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Life After Professional Cycling: Skyler's Newfound Passions
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Ever wondered what it’s like to race on the adrenaline-infused circuits of professional cycling? Join the ride as we roll into an engaging conversation with Skyler, a prodigious former pro-cyclist, who takes us on a tour de force from rugged mountain trails in Oklahoma to the UCI cross-racing championships in Europe.
Fasten your helmets as Skyler navigates us through his early encounters with mountain biking and road racing, the tough love that shaped his career, and the experiences he gained from the rigors of UCI circuit racing. These tales of his grueling transits and fierce competitions will surely get your blood pumping. All the while, we also explore the unique European racing styles, and how Skyler managed to keep pace with the best. Ever wondered how the pandemic affected athletes? Skyler opens up about the impact of COVID-19 on his career and his shift in focus towards coaching.
Finally, we cool down by discussing Skyler's newfound love for just riding. He shares how it serves as a stress-free activity where he can share quality time with his dad, capturing moments and helping others instead of constantly chasing results. We conclude our journey with a dash of tech talk as Skyler recounts his foray into 3D printing - from initial hiccups to running a successful Etsy shop. So, saddle up and join us on this thrilling journey from the racing circuits to podcasting studios, and even a 3D printing workshop. It's a ride you won't want to miss!
Chapters
1. Life After Professional Cycling: Skyler's Newfound Passions (00:00:00)
2. Upcycling and Cycling Community in Oklahoma (00:00:06)
3. Cycling Journey and Road Racing Transition (00:07:17)
4. Mountain Biking and Road Racing Progression (00:20:50)
5. Early Years of UCI and Cross Racing (00:28:16)
6. Junior Racing and European Racing Styles (00:37:50)
7. Lessons From Racing in Europe (00:41:27)
8. Racing and Pursuing a Pro Career (00:54:39)
9. Pandemic Impact and Shift in Focus (01:00:56)
10. Mountain Biking and Living in Arkansas (01:12:39)
11. Threshold Workouts and 3D Printing (01:23:01)
12. Biking and Gravel Riding for Fun (01:34:05)
13. Father and Son Cycling Together (01:36:57)
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