The Nero Show

Jesse heads to the wind tunnel and tests cheap wheels and wide tyres, we break down the results. The UCI have their sights on banning more things, while SRAM and Cervelo launch new products.

The UCI is at it again, banning narrow handlebars, TT helmets, deep wheels and modern forks, Jesse's new set up is now illegal. Whilst Chris gets a chance to ride the unicorn bike, the Seka Spear. How does a $9k Chinese bike stack up?

The Tour de France is on the horizon so we are seeing the new pro tech arrive on the scene. A new set of Roval Specialized wheels and a Factor aero bike are spotted. While GCN put their foot in their mouth over Tubeless

Are the UCI about to ban narrow handlebars, Jesse might have a fee regrets about his new position. Some bike brands might be moving home in 2026 and we have 4 Dogs or Fast Bikes.

Leaks of what appears to be the new Cervelo S5, Chris rides the one bike to do it solution and we have some very controversial Dogs or Fast Bikes

In this episode we discuss ZIPPs new product range, ask why ZIPP have not moved to carbon spokes, challenge them in their seemingly outdates rim widths and discuss the future of tire and wheel development. Huge thanks for Nathan from ZIPP for his time.

Cannondale are changing the endurance game, Are Campagnolo relevant again and Chris rides Zwift for the first time

Crazy new bike tech in China, but at what cost? Unreleased bikes from Merida and secret Reserve Wheels pop up while Jesse's new position might be a complete disaster

Is the Factor Monza the bike we have all been waiting for? Chris test rides the Bianchi Outré Pro gives his opinion, while Jesse's quest for speed brakes all the rules

Steal spokes are the rage, sp we chat about our own expense riding them and whether they are worth the hype. Chris is riding Shallow rims and loving them. The Colnago V5RS disappoints, so we announce our One Bike To Do It All Tier list.

April is Bike Show season, so we discuss the latest and greatest from the Taipei and Sea Otter shows. MVDP dominates Roubaix and is a Gran Fondo's now cooler than a race.

Who decides what tyres you will be riding? What tyres width does Continental believe to be fastest and what is the future of road race tyres? We talk to a Continental Tyres employee to find out.

The Fittest he has ever been! At 44 years of age, hitting some of his best training and racing results, ⁨@CamNicholls⁩ chats to us about the bike setup, nutrition plan and training structure that has made it possible

One of the FASTEST mass market bikes is launched without anyone noticing (or caring), the UCI are back trying to ban things and 1X chain rings at the classics.

Chris spends some time riding the TREK Madone, we discuss Matthew Van Der Poel's Milan San Remo ride and what were GCN thinking?

We ask @GCPerformance18 and @outdoorbros_ did Specialized miss the mark with the SL8, Does Canyon have an identity crisis and we dive into Cycling News testing on the new 40mm Pirelli Road Tyres.

We ask a pro mechanic who races at a domestic level what bike he intends to buy in 2025. What are the biggest issues facing home mechanics and Chris gives us a Peaks Challenge wrap up.

Canyon launch a custom bike program, but is it really custom? Jesse reviews the Giant Defy and we look at the first few weeks of pro cycling racing and tech.

Hambini is the only man with a hardcore mix of stupidity, sarcasm and engineering excellence, so we dive into aero testing, wide tyres and his own fitness ... the pen is working!

Is aero testing a scam? We examine some of the latest releases and how they tested their bikes

A huge episode this week featuring @TrainerRoad coach Jonathan Lee. Most overrated and underrated training sessions, and how Trainer Road might be coming for Jesse's job as a coach. Check Out Jonathan's Channel at @TrainerRoad

The world's fastest bike might have just been made by a brand you have never heard about. Crazy increases to the price of watching pro sports and we fight about endurance bikes.

Where are the hardest group rides? What training are the pros doing in Girona and what is a mineral? We ask one of cycling instagram's biggest creators @vcletsgetit to take us behind the curtain.

Live from the first world tour race of the year, the boys discuss the good, the bad and the ugly from the race. A new Ridley aero bike causes a stir and we answer some audience questions.

Elliot Schultz is one of Australia's best domestic racers beating World Tour pros while holding a full time job. Elliot discusses his daily nutrition, how he recovers from heavy training loads and tips for racing the most hectic crit races.

Road tyres have gone stupid wide, we look at some recent testing and breakdown the trends we expect to see 2025. The Nero Show is coming to the Tour Down Under courtesy of Red Bull, stay tuned for more information.

Patrick Lino give us a BRUTALLY honest review of the biggest bikes; Specialized SL8, Giant Defy, Canyon Aeroad with a detailed breakdown of the best carbon road wheels.

Strength Training and weight gain are all the rage, but Jesse is skeptical so he challenged Chris to test how a couple of extra kilos affects him in the hills.

What is the worst road bike of 2024? Let us know if we are wrong with a comment below

Who are these new wheel brands? Are they just copying western products at cheaper prices? We lift the curtain on the bike industry with @ChinaCycling

How much faster is Tadej Pogačar? The world's fastest bike is officially launched and we pick the bones out of the details.

2025 is shaping up to be a very exciting year for new road bikes, so we have selected our favourites for the year ahead.

Cycling media are at it again, choosing their best bikes for 2025

Today's Episode is powered by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – Australia's most thrilling one-day cycling event! Sign up now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au. Chapters00:00 intro0:30 Astana X-Labs Bikes Spotted16:36 New Panda Podium Bikes27:28 Jesse's Bike Fit46:30 Bike Fitter Recommends Saddles52:44 Sub Q: Race Nutrition 1:08:12 Chain Ring GuyPresented By:Peaks Challenge 2024Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's Episode is powered by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – Australia's most thrilling one-day cycling event! Sign up now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au. We bring in a guest to discuss the best carbon wheel sets on the market in 2024. It's a question we are always asked, so we wanted to look it when budget was no barrier. Chris gets a top 10 result in an elite gravel race so Jesse breaks down his ride from a coaches perspective, and we look at what the reality of a gravel race is for a road cyclists. Chapters00:00 Intro00:30 8h bike race breakdown16:59 gravel racing worth the hype?33:09 Best Carbon Wheels 2024 with Special Guest1:09:55 Nero Wind Vest In Stock1:11:14 UCI Uniform Rules1:15:22 Velo Magazine Groupset Test1:23:22 Training With Kids1:29:55 Jesse's Back In To Call Of DutyPresented By:Peaks Challenge 2024Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's Episode is powered by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – Australia's most thrilling one-day cycling event! Sign up now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au. Does the miracle weight loss drug have any use in cycling, we talk to someone who has not only tried it, but trained and raced while using the drug. What are the best Road helmets in 2024, we try to pick through the confusing aerodynamic data available. Spy photos of a new Ridley bike and we are on the ground with @CyclingTom at the 4th grand tour. Articles Referenced:https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-gear/7-road-helmets-aero-tested-which-one-was-fastest/Chapters00:00 intro0:30 Ozempic For Cycling25:00 250km Gravel Planning29:38 Road Helmets In 202454:48 Spy Photos Of Ridley1:01:30 Live At The 4th Grand Tour1:09:57 Road Events Back In The USA1:15:00 Low Cadence Training Presented By:Peaks Challenge 2024Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comFootage courtesy of @sbsbanktourofsouthland5510 @CyclingTom @MarkLewisfitness SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's Episode is powered by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – Australia's most thrilling one-day cycling event! Sign up now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au. Dare's cutting-edge aero bike is testing the limits of speed, but it comes with a hefty price tag. Lapierre unveils a fierce competitor to the Trek Madone and Specialized SL8, while Jesse dives into the truth of his Enve Melee Review. GCN releases a shocking INEOS exposé as Rapha grapples with financial woes.Chapters01:36 New dare Aero Bike14:49 Lapierre Compete With SL820:16 Was Jesse Right About The Melee33:17 GCN INEOS Video43:57 TDF For The UK Fail47:04 Rapha Struggles Continue53:53 What Does Your Kit Brand Say About You?59:22 Warm Up Protocols1:09:35 Showing Passion At A Race1:12:29 Ironman World Championships1:17:00 E-Sports World Championships 1:23:01 Red Bull Rookies1:25:58 Jesse Is ScaredPresented By:Peaks Challenge 2024Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's Episode is supported by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek Australia's Most Iconic One Day Cycling EventEnter Now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.auThe Enve Melee remains one of the more unique bikes on the market, Jesse has had the opportunity to ride one and we go into detail about where this bike sits in the market. Gran Fondo chaos in Australia with the last minute cancellation of the Bowral Classic, we ask one of the riders on the ground for an eye witness report on what happened. Strength Training has become the buzz word in cycling YouTube, we answer some subscriber questions on the subject and Chris discusses his own personal experience. Strength Training Video: https://youtu.be/jed4Bg1dyEIUCI Gran Fondo Video: https://youtu.be/IX-Hkn27orIChapters00:00 intro00:30 Enve Melee Ride Review04:20 Melee: What Is It?05:22 Melee: Negatives08:56 Melee: Aerodynamics15:29 Melee: Positives20:40 Groupset Thoughts30:26 Melee Marketing 37:06 Melee: Who Is It For?47:48 Fake UCI Race Bikes51:30 Gran Fondo Chaos1:05:36 Sub Q : Strength Training 1:22:14 Kit Brand Drop Rides1:32:30 Best Sporting NationPresented By:Peaks Challenge 2024Additional Footage From @felixoates @ItsMaxMann @thewattlife Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is supported by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek Australia's Most Iconic One Day Cycling EventAn Enve Melee has sparked our interest, so we debate the custom elements that makes this bike a real contender. Chris is asked whether he would swap his S5 for an SL8 and we discuss the 2024 cycling trends that fell short.Chapters00:30 6 Upgrade To A Custom Build18:05 Cervelo S5 vs SL825:16 Pidcock Drama35:43 2024 Cycling Trends45:31 Pro Cycling Coverage51:51 Chinese Groupsets55:07 Sub Question: What I Eat1:07:13 Overrated Cycling Achievement 1:11:32 America's Cup Sailing Presented By:Peaks Challenge 2024Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCECheck out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off The new TREK Madone faces some criticism as a review shows strange sizing and fit issues. Why do people think Italian bikes are better, even when they are made in the same factories as the main brands?Cam Nicholls tests a rim brake bike vs a Disc brake bike and we do a full review of the Gravel World Championships. Chapters00:30 TREK Madone Issues Continue26:11 Are Italian Bike Better?43:43 Gravel World Champs58:30 USA Gravel Riders No Show1:10:23 Rim Brake vs Disc Brake 1:27:53 Strava Pseudonym'sFootage Courtesy Of @bicyclestation @CamNicholls Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCECheck out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off The Factor Ostro VAM has been received some glowing reviews as well as being ranked very high in performance tests, we re-address the bike and compare it to the market leader Specialized SL8. A review of the world championships road race which saw Tadej Pogacar ride solo for 100km. Chapters00:00 Intro00:30 New Factor Ostro VAM Hits Back 15:27 Direct To Consumer Pricing29:47 Jesse On A Factor34:53 BMC Team Machine R45:48 Simplon Bikes Gone47:48 Campagnolo's New Groupset54:37 STRAVA Quick Edit1:01:15 World Champs Wrap Up1:12:16 Attia's Pogacar Interview1:25:03 Lachlan Morton's Around Oz Ride1:30:04 Chris Uses The Hubbard StrapGrab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCECheck out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off Far Sport release a sub-1200g 50mm deep carbon wheelset which has us comparing this to other wheels in the market. Jesse deep dives internal and external rim depth, and we talk about which is best suited to each circumstance. Remco releases a training day VLOG, Hill Climb content is back and we revisit the Coros Dura Bike Computer. Chapters00:30 FarSports Sub 1200g Carbon Wheelset16:59 Why Weight Matters For Wheels22:53 Internal vs External Rim Widths31:01 Choosing The Best Rim Width40:37 Sub Question: When To Go Big Tyres49:05 Remco's Training VLOG58:47 Hill Climb Content1:00:23 Coros Dura UpdatesFootage courtesy Of @GCPerformance18 @remcoev Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCECheck out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off We rode Amy's Gran Fondo this weekend, qualify for the UCI Gran Fondo world championships. But we wanted to deep dive into gran fondos in 2024. They are most popular road cycling events we have, but are we doing them right? Plenty of gear chat from what we saw as well as an adhoc Tavelo vs Cervelo debate. Finally 5 tips to make your road bike descending even better. Chapters00:30 Qualifying For UCI Gran Fondo World Champs12:51 What's Happening To GF Courses?21:01 Has The UCI Stuffed Up Gran Fondos?24:35 What Did Other Riders Think?33:58 How Much Did It Cost?37:51 Was It Worth It?46:21 Gear Chat From The Weekend55:53 Tavelo vs Cervelo1:10:01 New S5 Expectations1:15:33 YouTube Round Up1:19:18 5 Tips To Better Descending Footage courtesy of @FreshCrits @TheCyclingTattooist @JordanWatkinsRacing @AmysGranFondo2024 Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.comSUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1tThe Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast platformSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0UEODvANsVqrvSZV5TAqBvAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/28558e66-2a6b-4ff5-a6bf-709f05b1ffe9Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nero-cycling-show-|-unfiltered-cycling-podcast/id1659229051-----------------------------------------------------------------------------INSTAGRAM: @chrismiller27 @nerocontinentalTWITTER: @chrismiller @nerocontinentalSTRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/186450Check Out Jesse's Coaching: https://www.nero.club/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.