Best Zolder Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 69: Timon Rüegg 55:35

3M ago55:35

55:35

In his first English podcast conversation, 3X Swiss National Champion Timon Rüegg discusses his development in cyclocross, living in the mountains, 2024 mtb goals, and paragliding. www.curtisjwhite.com @curtisjwhite @taimenrueeggBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 68: Jens Dekker 1:36:10

4M ago1:36:10

1:36:10

Jens Dekker is a former Junior World Champion and Junior European Champion who stepped away from racing before before returning in 2023. In this episode he opens up about battles with depression while offering unique analysis in a variety of areas, including youth development, World Cup schedules, World Championship qualification criteria, and poin…

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Ep 67: Daan Soete 47:36

4M ago47:36

47:36

Welcome Daan Soete of Deschacht - Hens - Maes to In the Red. Daan reflects on a rocky season and coming back from adversity. He provides perspective on the state of the sport from the view of an experienced rider while offering insight into the unique CX training process. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com inthered@curtisjwhite.com @daansoete…

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Ep 66: Niels Vandeputte 1:02:43

4M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Two bigs wins capped a season of accomplishments for Niels Vandeputte of Alpecin Deceuninck. After overcoming an off-season injury, he raced more times than any other rider in 2023/2024 all while balancing college studies with the Kersperiode, managing final exams with his World Championship preparation, and still having a enough gas in the tank to…

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Ep 65: World Championships 2024 40:08

5M ago40:08

40:08

After 12 World Championship preparations and 11 starts, we look back at 2023/2024 and discuss the best off season format for a cyclocross racer - should a crosser be focused on gravel, road, crit, mtb? Curtis has done it all: where does he get his best results? As part of that analysis, we take a look a the French National Team for some additional …

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Ep 64: World Championship Preview 2024 32:16

6M ago32:16

32:16

All the work is done, and it's time to see where Curtis stands among the best in the world. In less than one week, he takes the startline at the World Championship for the 11th time in his career. His approach has been a bit different, only racing a short three-race block in Europe (as opposed to his traditional heavy 10-12 race schedule during the…

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Ep 63: Benidorm (Re)Watch Party 1:20:18

6M ago1:20:18

1:20:18

Curtis is back racing in Europe, and we're back with another watch party. Benidorm was fireworks for 60 mins with Curtis on the startline for all the action - was it the greatest non-championship race of all time? So says Tony. Fire-up the trainer, or serve up some snacks and a cold beverage, hit the replay below and join the party. It's Wolrd Cup …

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Ep 62: Hulst (Re)Watch Party 1:16:50

6M ago1:16:50

1:16:50

Hulst offered a crazy spectacle, and we couldn't resist another watch party. With Curtis training in sunny Spain, and Tony at home in snowy NY, we rewatch all the antics of this year's Hulst WC. Grab a beverage, or jump on the trainer, pull up the race on the link below, and join us for some spitting fast, headbuttingly aggressive cx racing! Email …

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Ep 61: Zolder Watch Party 1:13:01

7M ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Welcome to our first Watch Party! In this episode Curtis and Tony try a new format as they watch Zolder with you. So cue-up a replay of Zolder 2023 on your favorite streaming platform, crank up the volume on In the Red, and watch the race with us! Send feedback to inthered@gmail.com @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com…

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Ep 60: US Nats 2023 36:34

7M ago36:34

36:34

Fresh off the trip from Louisville, Curtis and Tony recap the stories that made 2023 US National Championship. From course desgin, to tire choices, to the fans and the event, we get into all the highs and lows while also looking ahead to the World Championships. For the love of cross, you don't want to miss this one! @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.…

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Ep 59: Really Rad USCX & Pan Ams 42:54

8M ago42:54

42:54

Lots of good stuff in this episode as Curtis and Tony discuss Really Rad, the USCX, and Pan Ams. Loaded with insights on each event, but recorded BEFORE the announcement that GCN will be closing GCN+ (more on that in the next ep). In the meantime, dive into Curtis's thoughts on winning a second USCX title, a disappointing Pan Ams performance, and a…

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Ep 58: A Double-Win Weekend in Cincy 29:10

9M ago29:10

29:10

Curtis takes back-to-back wins at Cincy after some bad luck at the Trek World Cup. In this epsiode we recap all four race days and preview the upcoming USCX Championship at Really Rad CX. Follow Curtis @curtisjwhite on Instagram. Subscribe to his newsletter at www.curtisjwhite.comBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 57: Clash in the Charm City 46:38

9M ago46:38

46:38

Charm City CX showcased some of the best racing yet in the USCX as this year's Fast Five threw haymakers Saturday before coming back for more Sunday. But the storyline goes beyond the tightbattles and constant lead changes: a rivalry between Curtis and long-time foe Vinney Baestaens led to two final head-scratching laps that opened the door for the…

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Ep 56: Go Cross, Rochester CX, & Curtis Turns 28! 42:56

10M ago42:56

42:56

The first 2 weeks of the USCX didn't yield the results we hoped for, but this season is just getting started. In this episode, Curtis talks about the tactics at Go Cross, a crash at Rochester, the impressive field depth in the US scene, and his upcoming birthday - that he forgot about! Subscribe to Curtis's newsletter and submit questions for next …

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Ep 55: Welcome to Season 4 59:57

10M ago59:57

59:57

Clip-in and get rolling as we hit the first episode of Season 4 where we prepare for a year filled with bar-banging, tape-stretching, mud-flying cyclcross. In this episode, Curtis and Tony recap Curtis's spring and summer gravel schedule. Curtis gives his take on a few hot gravel topics, and we preview the upcoming cx schedule where our boy will be…

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Ep 54: 'Tilford Would' 37:57

1+ y ago37:57

37:57

Eric Struckhoff, CEO and co-founder of the Steve Tilford Foundation, sits down with Curtis to discuss the mission of the foundation and the legacy of Steve Tilford. www.curtisjwhite.com @curtisjwhite.comBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 53: Stephen Hyde 47:08

1+ y ago47:08

47:08

In this episode, long-time teammate, mentor, friend, 3X National Champ, and US National Team Coach Stephen Hyde gets 'In the Red'. Curtis and Stephen sit down just before the 2023 World Championships and go deep on living for sport, US cross development, the transition out of the pro-racer life, and so much more. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com…

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Ep 52: The Report Card Episode 1:16:21

1+ y ago1:16:21

1:16:21

The 2022/2023 cyclocross season has come to a close, which means it's time for our annual report card episode! Curtis begins by reflecting on his World Championship performance before grading his full season across six subjects: Pre-Season Prep, New Team Transition, USCX Performance, World Cup Performance, Nationals Championship Prep & Performance,…

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Ep 51: Kaya Musgrave 30:05

1+ y ago30:05

30:05

Just a few days before the 2023 World Championships, Curtis recaps the World Cups in Benidorm and Besancon before chatting with US Jr National Champion Kaya Musgrave about her 2022/2023 season and the lead up to her first World Championships.By Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 50: Kerstperiode Recap 59:33

1+ y ago59:33

59:33

In our 50th show, we dive into an intense 7-race block where Curtis landed some of his best career finishes, followed by some notes on his training camp in Spain, preparation for this weekend's World Cup in Benidorm, and a look at the upcoming World Championships. Follow along as the US National Champ prepares for the final leg of a storied 2022/20…

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Ep 49: US National Championships 2022 1:23:46

1+ y ago1:23:46

1:23:46

He did it! In front of a home crowd, in proper cross conditions, against a deep field, and in dramatic fashion, Curtis achieved his life-long dream and became the US Elite National Cyclocross Champion! It was an instant classic that will echo in cyclocross lore for years to come. Just two days after winning, Curtis reflects on the race and the 18-y…

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Ep 48: A Really Rad USCX 55:25

1+ y ago55:25

55:25

Curtis accomplishes his first big goal of the season as he secures the USCX title after three days of fast racing at Really Rad CX. Get the inside scoop on all the action as we ramp up to Nationals! @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.comBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 47: Jeremy Powers 46:00

1+ y ago46:00

46:00

The GOAT, the Godfather, 4X National Champion, star of Behind the Barriers, International Analysist, the voice of GCN CX, in this episode, we aren't short on superlatives as media and marketing expert Jeremy Powers gets 'In The Red'. JPows talks fatherhood, life after racing, the state of American cross, and broadcasting all while imparting some va…

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Ep 46: Trek CX World Cup with Raylyn and Lizzy 1:21:49

1+ y ago1:21:49

1:21:49

Get on the road and In the Red with Steve Tilford Foundation Racing Team as they talk Trek Cup, team management, academics, gravel, cheese, hats and much more. @stevetilfordfoundationracing @raylynnuss @lizzygunsalusBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 45: US World Cup Racing 43:12

1+ y ago43:12

43:12

The US World Cup block did not disappoint as the Euros returned and brought fast, dry racing back to the US. Top finishes in the in the big events alluded Curtis, but a C1 podium, and some tough international competition, will fuel the fire as we approach championship season. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com…

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Ep 44: Chapeau, Mr. White 1:07:16

2y ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Charm City produced two days of muddy drama with Curtis taking a huge win on day 2. In this episode, we get the dirty details as Curtis talks tires, pit exchanges, rivalries, running, and the upcoming World Cups. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhiteBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 43: A Mudder in Rochester 51:41

2y ago51:41

51:41

From fast and dry to a Euro-style mudfest, Rochester CX had it all. In this episode Race Director Shana Lydon gets 'In The Red' for a full breakdown of the racing, the mud, and the behind-the-scenes efforts that produces some of the best cx racing in the US. @curtisjwhite @rochestercross www.curtisjwhite.com…

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Ep 42: New Team, New Kit, New Season 40:13

2y ago40:13

40:13

We are all new for 2022 as Curtis talks about the season opener at Go Cross, his new team, The Steve Tilford Foundation, and the upcoming weekend in Rochester. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.comBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 41: From US National Team Camp (Volume 2) 26:23

2y ago26:23

26:23

In Volume 2 from the US National Team's pre-season training camp, Curtis sits down with U23 National Champion Scott Funston. Roommates at this camp, Curtis and Scott give us an inside look at training with the top riders and coaches in the country as they prepare to compete at a World Cup level. www.curtisjwhite.com @curtisjwhite @fun_scott2…

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Ep 40: From US National Team Camp (Volume 1) 45:28

2y ago45:28

45:28

With Curtis announcing his new team tomorrow (9/16/22), and the USCX beginning this weekend, we are back In the Red! Coming at ya from the US National Team's pre-season camp, Curtis provides insight into national team training, analysis on his crit season with Best Buddies Racing, and previews his goals for his 2022/2023 cyclocross campaign. @curti…

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Ep 39: In The Red (White & Blue) w/ Michael Hernandez 1:05:17

2y ago1:05:17

1:05:17

National Criterium Champion Michael Hernandez gets in The Red (White & Blue) after Best Buddies Racing wins the road and crit titles at Elite Nats. Michael and Curtis analyze both wins, discuss lessons learned at Pro Nats, along with the evolution and future of the best crit team in the world. @michael_hernandez www.curtisjwhite.com @curtisjwhite…

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Ep 38: Lion Tamers 46:11

2y ago46:11

46:11

Curtis is back on the crit scene after his debut with Best Buddies at Somerville and Armed Forces. In this episode, Curtis recaps his first two weekends of racing before contrasting the Best Buddies loss to Legion at Armed Forced with their 1-2 victory at Tulsa Tough, showing that Best Buddies crew is poised to becoming lion tamers. Tulsa Arts Live…

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Ep 37: Best Buddies Round Table: Estevez, Wolfe, Nsek & Fries 1:18:42

2y ago1:18:42

1:18:42

It was a busy weekend In the Red! Curtis traveled to the Finger Lakes for the Rochester Twilight Crit with his Best Buddies crew of Ben Wolfe, Danny Estevez, Ama Nsek, and Richard Fries before racing the Keuka Lake Gravel Classic on Sunday. Unfortunately, Rochester was canceled, but we still have a killer show with a Best Buddies pre-race round tab…

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Ep 36: Highs, Lows & Off-Season Woes 58:21

2y ago58:21

58:21

After an off-season break, we're back 'In the Red' kicking off gravel and crit season. In this episode Curtis shares his thoughts on the loss of Cannondale CX World and his upcoming racing plans with Best Buddies. We also preview the Keuka Lake Gravel Classic p/b Steuben Brewing Company on May 22 where you can join Curtis in the Finger Lakes for a …

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Ep 35: World Championships 2022 1:13:52

2+ y ago1:13:52

1:13:52

Still buzzing from a career-best 12th place finish at the World Championships in front of an amazing US crowd, Curtis reflects on his performance, his season, the growth of American cyclocross, and the support network that made it all happen. This episode is sponsored by Whoop. Go to join.whoop.com/inthered to save on your next purchase. Join Curti…

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Ep 34: We're All Eh'Muricans 1:13:20

2+ y ago1:13:20

1:13:20

It's World Championship week, and we are 'In the Red' with Michael van den Ham. After spending a couple of weeks in New Mexico, Curtis and Michael discuss the benefits of training together, provide their analysis of Hoogerheide World Cup, and give us their final thoughts before the big dance. This episode is sponsored by Whoop. Go to join.whoop.com…

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Ep 33: On Home Soil 53:01

2+ y ago53:01

53:01

It's almost time for the World Championships and Curtis is back on home soil. In this episode, Curits records from his training camp in Albuquerque to breakdown the final race of his European block, discuss his pre-Worlds training, and announce his new road season contract. This episode is sponsored by Whoop. Go to join.whoop.com/inthered to save o…

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Ep 32: Gelukkig nieuwjaar 1:01:14

2+ y ago1:01:14

1:01:14

Gelukkig nieuwjaar! (Happy New Year!). In this episode we record our final show of the Kerstperiode. Curtis discusses the races from New Years's weekend before racing Herentals and making his trip home for the World Championships. This episode is sponsored by Whoop. Go to join.whoop.com/inthered to save on your next purchase. Join Curtis for the Ke…

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Ep 31: From Europe w/ Hecht and Clouse 55:31

2+ y ago55:31

55:31

In the middle of their European block, US National Champions Gage Hecht and Katie Clouse join the show to talk Dendermonde, Zolder, aviation, college and Katie's history of dodging Curtis' podcast invites. This episode is sponsored by Whoop. Go to join.whoop.com/inthred to save on your next purchase. Join Curtis for the Keuka Gravel Classic Online …

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Ep 30: Home Away From Home 52:24

2+ y ago52:24

52:24

Nothing like kicking-off a European block with a double World Cup weekend that includes a pinwheel and Namur! Curtis is back in the Netherlands, and after a busy travel week, he is getting settled in his home away from home. This episode is sponsored by Whoop. Go to join.whoop.com/inthred to save on your next purchase. Follow Curtis @curtishjwhite.…

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Ep 29: Gratitude 1:04:44

2+ y ago1:04:44

1:04:44

In an emotional and difficult episode, filled with hope and gratitude, Curtis makes no excuses and holds nothing back as he examines a 2nd place finish at US Nationals - his third in a row. This episode is sponsored by Whoop. Go to join.whoop.com/inthred to save on your next purchase. Follow Curtis @curtishjwhite. www.curtisjwhite.com…

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Ep 28: Sharpening the Sword 41:09

2+ y ago41:09

41:09

After a 2-week break from recording, we are back In The Red just in time for the US National Championships. In this episode, Curtis recaps Pan Ams, talks about his mindset heading into the biggest race of the season, and Tony has a Flo-spiracy that you won't want to miss. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com…

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Ep 27: In the Green 1:12:37

2+ y ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Coming off two second-place finishes at Really Rad CX, Curtis breaks down, the racing, the course, and his training as we ramp up to Pan Ams & Nats. We also talk about the importance of the Cycle-Smart New England Cyclocross Series and submit our takes on "three out of the box ideas you will probably hate" courtesy of the Media Pit podcast. @curtis…

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Ep 26: A New England Classic 1:10:15

2+ y ago1:10:15

1:10:15

At 10 years old, Curtis raced Noho for the first time; last weekend he took two wins in the Elite Field for the 4th time in his pro career. In this episode we breakdown the 30th edition of this New England classic, revisit Clara's big win at the Koppenberg, and dive into the deep cultural rivalries the European Championships. @curtisjwhite www.curt…

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Ep 25: Mid-Season Form 47:10

2+ y ago47:10

47:10

After the USCX concluded with two hard-fought battles at King CX in Cincy, Curtis takes a much-deserved break in preparation for a three week stretch of racing at home on the East Coast. In this episode, he and Tony reflect on the first half of the season as well as Curtis' Cannondale summer tribute ride: Taking the Long Way Home - YouTube, @curtis…

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Ep 24: Crossmas in October 1:06:32

2+ y ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Coming off the American-Kerstperiode - a block that featured six races in ten days, including three World Cups - Curtis and Tony breakdown the racing, the travel, the live coverage, and the cultural impact of an intense block of world class American cyclocross. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.comBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 23: 4th Time's a Charm 52:58

3y ago52:58

52:58

After three tough outings in the USCX, Curtis hit his stride on the second day of Charm City. In this episode, Curtis and Tony recap the highs and lows of the weekend, analyze racing against MTB World Champ Christ Blevins, preview the upcoming World Cup schedule, and develop tactics to book Katie Clouse as a guest on the show. @curtisjwhite www.cur…

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Ep 22: Memory of a Goldfish 43:29

3y ago43:29

43:29

Coming off a disappointing weekend in Rochester that featured a cocktail of bad luck and bad decisions, Curtis and Tony reflect on the races, the beer, and the live steam before shifting focus to the upcoming Charm City - including the much anticipated arrival of mtb World Champion, Christopher Blevins. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com…

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Ep 21: A Perfect Start 2 The Season 1:00:29

3y ago1:00:29

1:00:29

Coming off 2 wins to start the UCI season, Curtis and Tony breakdown Curtis' races at Go Cross before shifting focus on the upcoming weekend at Rochester, which marks the first C1 of the year and the beginning of the USCX National Series. Also buried late in the episode is a little "cross beef"? Better listen to find out! Check out the Wide Angle P…

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Ep 20: Advocacy, Representation & Carrot Cake w/ Katerina Nash 1:20:58

3y ago1:20:58

1:20:58

In preparation for the beginning of the Pro CX calendar, Curtis gets some inspiration from 5X Olympian, CX legend, and UCI rider rep Katerina Nash. Curtis and Tony also talk about the GP Beverly results and the start of the UCI season with the upcoming Go Cross in Roanoke. Instagram and Twitter: @curtisjwhite. www.curtisjwhite.com…

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