Podcasts about pro cycling

George Hincapie, Johan Bruyneel, and Spencer Martin break down Saturday's Strade-Bianche, which took the peloton through the rolling hills and white gravel roads of Tuscany, where Tadej Pogačar battled up-and-coming Paul Seixas to take his fourth solo victory in the last five editions of the race. The crew discusses how and why Pogačar can keep successfully repeating the same attack, and whether the battle for the podium showed us how this dynamic could be changing in the near future.  Become a WEDŪ Member Today to Unlock VIP Access & Benefits: https://access.wedu.team Babbel: Here's a special (limited-time) deal for our listeners. Right now, get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription – at https://Babbel.com/THEMOVE  

Dane Cash and Cosmo Catalano are back for 2026 to break down all the action from Strade Bianche.To get access to the full member's only show, sign up over at escapecollective.com/htrww!

Spencer Martin and Johan Bruyneel break down the past weekend of racing action, from Isaac del Toro's impressive win at the UAE Tour to Juan Ayuso's duel with Paul Seixas at Volta ao Algarve, and what we learned from the action. They discuss what to make of Del Toro's record-breaking ascent of Jebel Hafeet, Remco's disappointing final GC result, Jonas Vingegaard's revised spring schedule, and whether Decathlon should send Paul Seixas to the Tour de France at just 19 years old. Become a WEDŪ Member Today to Unlock VIP Access & Benefits: https://access.wedu.team Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/themove! #squarepod Hollow Socks: For a limited time Hollow Socks is having a Buy 2, Get 2 Free Sale. Head to https://Hollowsocks.com today to check it out. #Hollow Sockspod

Today on the show: A detente in the Hundred Smears War, a small problem for Andrea Piccolo, and some unfortunate news for the spring Classics.To get After Dark, click here. 

Spencer Martin and Johan Bruyneel draft their top three unknown, but rising, stars prior to the 2026 season. They also grade last year's picks, discuss which standouts may ultimately become the new superstars of the sport, and whether the push for younger and younger talent is actually detrimental to young riders' development. Become a WEDŪ Member Today to Unlock VIP Access & Benefits: https://access.wedu.team OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code THEMOVE at https://www.oneskin.co/THEMOVE  #oneskinpod    

The BikeRadar News podcast is back again, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to discuss the hottest tech stories in cycling this week.  The pair kick things off with the news that Chinese brand Quick Pro will supply iconic team,  Euskaltel-Euskadi, with bikes for 2026, before moving onto last week's most-read story – our overview of the Chinese brands you don't know about, but should.  Following the surprise news that Adidas has updated its road cycling shoes, Simon outlines the brand's curiously patchy history with the sport. We also discuss Strava's huge cull of ebike activities, before outlining the potential global ramifications of New Jersey's new ebike laws.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the show: Ineos has a brand new kit (which hasn't put off new signings), Premier Tech's phone has been blowing up, and cycling on TV could be getting all mixed up once again. If you are a member and you want to get the Member Feed on Spotify (new!), you can follow these instructions.

Welcome to this week's cycling news roundup, covering all the latest in cycling this week.We discuss NSN Cycling's big signing and the route for the 2026 Giro d'Italia.Plus, hear about Scott Bikes' return to racing and the unusual sighting of Soudal Quick-step in kiltsIf you have just started your cycling journey, you can get your Beginner Cyclist Toolkit Here.It's packed full of information and advice to get you started safely on your journey.

In this episode of the Velo Podcast, host Mike Levy sits down with tech editors Alvin Holbrook and Josh Ross to tackle one of cycling's hottest debates: how do we make professional racing safer? Jim Cotton brought up the valuable question of whether or not skills tests and rider airbags – two suggested solutions to make pro cycling safer – would actually make cycling safer for folks. Bib shorts equipped with automatically inflating airbags are proven in MotoGP to protect riders during high-speed crashes, but are they practical for the pro peloton? What about a licensing system, one that CPA president Adam Hansen has hinted at in the past? The team discusses weight penalties, comfort concerns over long stages, and whether clothing sponsors would embrace the technology. Further, they debate whether proficiency tests make sense for athletes who live on their bikes, what such courses should teach, and whether the bureaucratic hurdles are worth the potential safety gains. Finally, the crew discusses their predictions for new gravel bikes that will be predicted in 2026, as well as what gravel bike trends Alvin hopes fall by the wayside in the new year. Is there a new Specialized Crux coming, and if so, how different will it be in the future? There are nine in total, and we talk about the biggest and best of them all. Want to join Josh and Levy at their group ride? See the info here. See previous episodes of the Velo Podcast here. Further reading: 9 New Gravel Bikes We Predict Will Be Updated in 2026 Why Skills Tests and Rider Airbags Might Actually Solve Pro Cycling's Safety Crisis Don't Buy Your Kid a Crappy Bike for Christmas 00:00 Intro 6:10 Are airbags in bib shorts going to make things safer? 28:10 Solutions off the cuff 32:45 Is a ‘Super License' a good idea? 41:00 New gravel bike predictions for 2026

Spencer Martin and Johan Bruyneel break down the latest news in professional cycling, including diving deep into the sudden and confusing rebrand, or sale, of the Israel-Premier Tech team to NSN Pro Cycling, and what it means for the legal battle between Derek Gee and the team, as well as discussing what a new study that estimated Tadej Pogačar's power numbers and VO2 max numbers found, before taking a few listener questions from the live Members' chat. Become a WEDŪ Member Today to Unlock VIP Access & Benefits: https://access.wedu.team Huel: Huel makes healthy eating simple. They also just launched into Target stores nationwide! Try both products today with FIFTEEN PERCENT off your purchase for New Customers with our exclusive code THEMOVE at https://www.huel.com/THEMOVE. Helix Sleep: 20% off + 2 FREE pillows for all mattress orders. Visit https://HelixSleep.com/TheMove Hollow Socks: For a limited time Hollow Socks is having a Buy 2, Get 2 Free Sale. Head to https://Hollowsocks.com today to check out their huge sale. #Hollow Sockspod Rugiet Ready: Head to https://rugiet.com/THEMOVE and use code THEMOVE to get 15% off today. Caldera Lab: Upgrade your routine with Caldera Lab and see the difference for yourself. Go to https://CalderaLab.com/THEMOVE and use THEMOVE at checkout for 20% off your first order      

Today on the show: There's pizza on the roof in Azerbaijan, we return to Israel intersection, and there's an auction that anyone with a spare $1000 should be watching very closely.

This final installment of the Orogenesis Dispatches series, which features host Josh Weinberg interviewing ultra endurance cyclist Kurt Refsnider, who has just completed the first full ride of the Orogenesis route – a massive backcountry mountain bike trail traversing the western U.S. from Canada to Mexico. The episode reflects on the full journey, covering logistics, experiences, highs and lows, and what's next.After riding for 72 of the past 82 days, Refsnider had just completed his ride and was enjoying some downtime before heading out again, this time to tackle Mexico's Baja Divide Trail. He detailed how, during his time following the Orogenesis route, he rode 3,130 miles (~5,000 km) and climbed nearly 413,000 ft (~126,000 m) of elevation across three states and a mix of singletrack (40%), pavement (10%), and a remainder or dirt tracks and Jeep roads.Looking back on the past three months, Refsnider talks of how the adventure was both a personal and collective effort. He experienced Orogenesis firsthand and tested what a purpose-built, bike-specific, transcontinental singletrack route feels like, while also demonstrating that the route “goes,” hopefully inspiring others to attempt it and validate the years of planning by the Orogenesis team. He also offers key highlights from the experience, lessons learned, and a deep dive into the gear he selected for the journey.

Today on the show: ASO rejects Ralph Denk's sausage mountain feifdom, Israel-Premier Tech goes dark, and we were very e-xcited by the e-cycling e-world e-championships!

Today on the show: A budget cap? But not for us! Mads Pedersen speaks out against the horrors of the Saitama Criterium, and the Olympic velodrome was farting. 

Today on the show: Premier Tech departs IPT, sport director musical chairs, the very real bicycle race in Japan last weekend, and somebody stole a giant inflatable beer. Maybe. 

Today on the show: Victory Lafay is a Rocket, Pogacar's knee really hurt at the Tour, and EF signed some youths. 

Today on the show: Oier Lazkano says he's innocent, Tadej Pogačar's golden statue, and Tom Pidcock's gravel awakening.

Today on the show: What's going on at Jayco? Matt White is the new trident master at Movistar. And the Isaac Del Toro Giro mystery has been partially solved.

Ever wondered what it's like to live and travel alongside a WorldTour cycling team? In this episode, Sarah shares her unforgettable trip to Italy as a guest of Team Visma | Lease a Bike during Il Lombardia. From the team bus and food truck to race-day chaos and espresso stops, she got a rare behind-the-scenes look at pro cycling life. Anthony and Sarah chat about the experience — and how you can make a trip like this part of your own cycling dream.You can find all the details on how to enjoy this incredible experience yourself at https://sportivebreaks.com/A BIG shoutout to our incredible sponsors - NOMIO is clinically proven to:Lower lactate levels, Reduce oxidative stress, Improve training adaptations And deliver a noticeable boost from the very first dose. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.drinknomio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check out this game changing supplement. EXPOSURE LIGHTS Level up your night rides—check out the updated Exposure Lights bar range today at www.exposurelights.com If you're in North America and run a shop, pre-orders are open now; everyone else, hit your local bike store or Exposure online and tell them Roadman sent you.

Today on the show: The Vuelta is headed to Pogačar's door, Evenepoel may not be headed to the Tour, and Del Toro is the Mexican champ. 

Today on the show: Jonny and Dane join Caley (who is still feeling the effects of getting absolutely pasted by The Intern during their mountain bike race last weekend) to discuss double Alpe d'Huez at the Tour, the Rockets signing Poels, and how Vingegaard might race the Giro.

It was a big week for Pauls, as Jonny Long, Kit Nicholson, and Dane Cash discuss on this week's podcast. Also covered on the show: Uno-X Mobility's impressive late-season run, the Andorra Cycling Masters, and the next Bernard Hinault.

Today on the show: The UCI is throwing its weight around once again in Holland, teams are folding and merging all over the place, Cian Uijtdebroeks' Movistar dream team is falling into place.Click here to become a member and find out how Dane put a phone thief in jail from the back seat of a cop car. 

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode.In this episode we interview Justin Spinelli, a former professional cyclist and current entrepreneur behind Luxe Wheelworks by Gruppo Spinelli. Justin shares his journey from a young bike mechanic in New Hampshire to racing in prestigious events like the Giro d'Italia. He discusses the challenges he faced, including burnout in professional cycling, and how he found joy in cyclocross racing. Justin also delves into the founding of Luxe Wheelworks, emphasizing the importance of craftsmanship and community in building high-quality, customizable wheels for cyclists. The conversation highlights Justin's passion for cycling and his commitment to creating a supportive environment for riders in New England.TakeawaysJustin Spinelli's journey began in a bike shop at a young age.He transitioned from a bike mechanic to a professional cyclist.Burnout in professional cycling led him to step back and refocus on education.He found joy in cyclocross racing with Richard Sachs' team.Luxe Wheelworks was founded to combine his skills in cycling and mechanics.The new Luxe Wheelworks focuses on customizable, high-quality wheels.Justin emphasizes the importance of human craftsmanship in wheel building.The wheels are designed for durability and performance, catering to various riders.Justin continues to engage with the cycling community in New England.Art & Eric embark on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.

Today, Anthony takes listeners deep inside one of pro cycling's most uncomfortable truths — the legal but dangerous world of painkiller use. For decades, riders were handed codeine and similar drugs to help them “push through” the agony of racing — a chemical crutch that wasn't banned but carried heavy consequences. How did teams justify dosing their athletes in the name of performance and recovery? And what happens to those riders when the race is over and the pills stop? This episode exposes how blurred the line between care and exploitation really is in the peloton. talk about how you can apply them to your training. NOMIO is clinically proven to:Lower lactate levels, Reduce oxidative stress, Improve training adaptations And deliver a noticeable boost from the very first dose. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.drinknomio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check out this game changing supplement. EXPOSURE LIGHTS Level up your night rides—check out the updated Exposure Lights bar range today at www.exposurelights.com If you're in North America and run a shop, pre-orders are open now; everyone else, hit your local bike store or Exposure online and tell them Roadman sent you.

Today on the show: carbon monoxide is back in the news, the Dutch love to chase each other, and Pogacar got beaten by a guy!

Dane Cash and Cosmo Catalano break down the final Monument of the season, Il Lombardia.

Today on the show: Geraint Thomas is entering his bland PR era, Intermarché and Lotto's merger may be on the rocks, and you'd never have guessed it but we're heading down Ayuso alleyway once again.

In the latest installment of our special edition podcast, Orogenesis Dispatches, Josh Weinberg talks with adventure cyclist Kurt Refsnyder, who is riding the entire trail from the US border with Canada all the way to Mexico.Kurt checks in from Bridgeport, California, about 2,000 miles (3,200 km) into the 5,000-mile (8,000 km) route. From there, with it being nearly halfway through the route, he reflects on challenges that have included substantial sections of deadfall in Oregon, smoke and fires in Idaho, and unexpectedly hard sections like a soft rail bed in Northern California. He also reveals a feeling of relief being in California, where the trails are more established for bikes, and deadfall will hopefully be less of a concern.The bulk of the conversation addresses reader/listener-submitted questions that span a multitude of topics, including using an electronic drive train over a mechanical one, riding without a chamois pad, how he chooses camping spots, the daily joys of waking up on the trail, and what lies ahead.

Today on the show: Movistar is the new destination team, Kristoff crashed out, and we're headed back to Ayuso Alleyway.

Today on the show: Alexander Kristoff may miss his milestone, UCI points really matter for the next couple of weeks and there are more people leaving Ineos this off-season.

Today on the show: We have new world champions, but there are many more fun things to talk about from the road races in Rwanda. Meanwhile, breaking news, Juan Ayuso is already causing a ruckus at Lidl-Trek.

Juan Ayuso has a new home, Chloe Dygert has a sticker printing machine, and there are also some World Championships happening in Rwanda. 

Josh Weinberg recently checked in with Kurt Refsnider, a bikepacker attempting the first full ride of the Orogenesis Trail. At roughly 5,000 miles, the route begins at the Canada–US border and travels through Washington, Oregon, and California to the Mexico border, then onto the Baja Divide.At the time of recording, Kurt was in Paisley, Oregon, about 1,100 miles in, nearing California and the halfway point through the U.S. section.Kurt details how challenging the ride through Washington was, with nearly 120,000 feet of climbing and descending over rugged moto trails and non-motorized singletrack near Mount St. Helens. He faced detours due to land closures, and construction added to the difficulty.Once in Oregon, Kurt has primarily followed the Oregon Timber Trail. Using elevation gain as a metric for daily effort, he explains how climbing has taken priority over daily mileage, aiming for 7,000 to 8,000 feet of climbing per day.He also dives into gear maintenance and resupply strategies, which have been tough, with dust wearing down his suspension and brake pads, and unpredictable provision availability. He's already swapped out some wear items and explains how opting for battery packs over a dynamo hub for power has worked out.Along the way, Kurt has been fueled by strong community support.Folks following along are tracking his progress, offering lodging, bringing food, and sharing real-time trail conditions. Looking ahead, he faces a tough, deadfall-heavy section in southern Oregon. Once he crosses into California, he'll encounter faster ATV trails before taking a rest near Quincy and heading into long singletrack sections through Truckee and Tahoe, where we plan to catch up with him again.

Today on the show: Remco made it three in a row as he passed Pogačar by, SRAM is suing the UCI and we have an update on the Israel-Premier Tech situation.

Today on the show: Worlds starts this weekend, we love Tom Pidcock's mum, and Philly is back, baby. 

Guys, the Vuelta is over and, well, what a race. My favourite grandy felt a little bit different this year with a huge amount of disruption, tension and uncertainty that meant the racing took a back seat for a lot of people. We saw some unreal rides from Jonas Vingegaard, Tom Pidcock, and utter dominance from UAE Emirates. Holy shit, they were good, chaotic at times, but banked a whole heap of stage wins. The anti-Israel protests that impacted the race so much really shone a light on how fragile and vulnerable bike racing is. There were some hairy moments out there on the road, and – although the bunch made it to Madrid – the riders were robbed of the traditional podium ceremony. But, in this disruption, we saw one of the coolest, old school, grassroots style podiums I've ever seen in Pro Cycling. Our British Boys, Harry & Stu, have put together a banger of an episode for this month's ep of Life In The Peloton's Race Radio. Here's what old mate Stu Downie has to say about this month's Race Radio: With La Vuelta ending in what could be both the best and worst podium we've ever seen, we invited our mate Sean Hardy along to chat – why? Because he was in that very car park to witness the madness of the day unfold. Sean has been Lidl-Trek's photographer for a few years now, earning the trust of the riders – including fan favourite and points jersey winner Mads Pedersen – and making some of the best pictures in racing. We hear about the day, get a severe case of FOMO, and get the lowdown on life in the Lidl-Trek bus. We also consider the history of protest in cycling, talk about racing's place within wider culture, and wonder aloud when the UCI will do something about the more severe cases of sports washing. A nice light chat to start the weekend, no? Guys, I hope you like this episode as much as I do. I can't believe we're coming to the end of the race season, with just the World Champs in Rwanda and Lombardia left to go! Catch up soon, Cheers, Mitch

Today on the show: Alabelievers rejoice, the greatest Vuelta podium on a shortened final stage, and what does this all mean for pro cycling? 

Today on the show: Tadej Pogacar has is mojo back, Juan Ayuso won a bet, and we've got new tech to talk about.

Or is there any difference anymore? Today on the show: Is the Vuelta is a real bike race? Is UAE a good bicycle team? Is Chris Hoy the best? And is Geraint Thomas happy he's done? 

In this first dispatch from the field, Josh Weinberg talks to Kurt Refsnider, who is attempting to ride the entire Orogenesis Trail from the Canadian border through Washington, Oregon, and California to Mexico via the Baja Divide.On day 12 of his journey, Kurt shares his progress, which entails riding over 500 miles into Washington with nearly 85,000 feet of climbing, much of it on challenging single-track and moto trails.Kurt also discusses the physical and mental demands of this particular trail thus far. He compares the experience to other long-distance trails, such as the Colorado Trail and the Tour Divide, with an emphasis on how rugged and demanding Orogenesis is. Reflecting on the balance between effort and reward, Kurt also touches on the performance of his equipment, camping conditions, and the encouragement he receives from local riders and towns.

Remember when Juan Ayuso was the biggest story of the week? Today on the show: Protests in the Basque Country bring the Vuelta to a halt, GC Pidcock has arrived, maybe? And we still haven't talked about Juan Ayuso officially leaving UAE, so we'll definitely talk about that.

Today on the show: Juan Solo looks to free himself from the new Death Star, rebel fighter Jonas Vingegaard quietly plots his route to destroying the UAE empire, High Prince Kulset is out of a job thanks to his father, and on the distant republic of Edinburgh, the Grand Départ isn't looking as certain as it once was …

Johan Bruyneel and Spencer Martin break down Jasper Philipsen's eighth stage win of the Vuelta a España on a quiet sprint stage into Zaragoza. Outside of Philipsen's dominance, they discuss the relegation of Elia Viviani, and Johan gives his thoughts on what the UCI could do to fix the sport's vague rules on relegations and Yellow Cards in bunch sprints. Before they depart, they preview tomorrow's summit finish, discussing how he thinks the race will unfold and who presents the best betting value. AG1: Head to https://DrinkAG1.com/themove to get a FREE Welcome Kit, including a bottle of Vitamin D and 5 AG1 Travel Packs (a $76 value), when you first subscribe!  Ridge Wallet: Ready to upgrade your wallet and maybe your ride? For a limited time only head to https://ridge.com and use code [THEMOVE] at checkout for 10% off your order AND a chance to win Ridge's biggest sweepstakes ever—a Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, a Hennessey Velociraptor, or $100,000 in cash. No purchase necessary to enter, but every dollar you spend gets you more entries. Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/themove or your personalized hair loss treatment options. Results vary. Based on studies of topical and oral minoxidil and finasteride. Prescription products require an online consultation with a healthcare provider who will determine if a prescription is appropriate.  Ketone-IQ: Take Your Shot— Get 20% off your order at https://Ketone.com/themove and use the code THEMOVE. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://DRINKLMNT.COM/THEMOVE. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. Be sure to try the LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water. Helix Sleep: Their LABOR DAY SALE is ending soon: 27% off all orders on the site Go to https://HelixSleep.com/TheMove. Make sure you enter our how name after checkout so they know we sent you!  Use our special link to see where you can bet in your area and claim the best sign-up offers https://nxtbets.com/betoutcomes/

Today on the show: Vuelta drama fizzles before it starts and there's been another bike theft.

Today on the show: The Vuelta is underway, Vingegaard is back, and Danny van Poppel can't stop collecting yellow cards.

Today on the show: Mads' middle finger, Pogačar doesn't want you to take his picture, and the Secret Pro is back. And no, we will not be answering the question in the episode title. But you're welcome to guess! 

Today on the show: A Vuelta preview from Dane, disqualifications at Romandie with Abby, and Mike Woods is retiring, which makes us sad. Plus, the big green egg Pogačar bought his teammates. 

Head to Escapecollective.com/member to sign up today.Today on the show: Arkea and maybe Jayco are in a little bit of trouble? Tom Pidcock is going for GC again, and Patrick Levefere is angrily posting photos of his sandwiches.

Today on the show: Pogacar is tired, a punch up in Portugal, and Kit went to a show. Let's get to it.