Best Global Cycling Network Gcn Podcasts (2025)

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663: What Separates The Good From The Great? | GCN Show Ep. 663 31:32

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Is being a champion just about power numbers and genetics, or is there more to it? We dive into what truly separates the best in the peloton from the rest, with insights from our time as professional cyclists. We also discuss the latest cycling news, from the insane valuation of Strava to the UCI's legal challenges, and share some of the best cycli…

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662: Why Are We Obsessed With Weight When It Doesn't Actually Matter? | GCN Show Ep. 662 40:35

8d ago40:35

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In this episode of the GCN Show, we discuss the biggest topics in cycling this week. We dive into London's cycling chaos, the weight debate in professional cycling, and why Mathieu van der Poel's mountain bike dream didn't go as planned. Stick around to find out how you can win a pair of Elite Drive 2 carbon wheels! Ride with Dan 👉 https://www.zwif…

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661: Proof That Riding More And Riding Slower Gets You Faster | GCN Show Ep. 661 40:31

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Geraint Thomas and Ellen van Dijk bow out of professional cycling, but their long careers are a testament to the benefits of consistent training. This week, we dive into new evidence that suggests long, easy rides are the key to success and check out the latest tech from Wahoo, plus we round up all the cycling news and a new world record attempt! W…

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660: Is Van Der Poel About To Crash And Burn? | GCN Show Ep. 660 42:37

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Has Mathieu Van Der Poel bitten off more than he can chew? We dive into his quest to become a mountain bike world champion and whether he can succeed after a string of recent crashes. Plus, we've got the latest cycling news, a brand new giveaway, and your best hacks and bodges! Enter the Insta360 giveaway here 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNInsta360Comp…

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659: 7 Things We Wish We’d Known About Cycling Sooner | GCN SHOW Ep. 659 34:41

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Join Si and Conor as they reflect on their cycling careers and share what they wish they'd known from the very beginning. From training tips and maintenance tricks to the unwritten rules of the road, the GCN team is talking about the lessons learned over a lifetime on two wheels. You might be surprised by what they've discovered! 🧡 If the Zwift Rac…

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658: Does Cycling Have A Problem With Elitism And Snobbery? | GCN Show Ep. 658 30:06

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Welcome to the GCN Show! This week, we issue another apology after viewers criticized our perceived snobbery in the last episode. We ask if cycling has a wider problem with being unfriendly and elitist, and if so, what can we do about it. We also have an update on the world of cycling, including a naked bike thief and cycle lanes that were ripped o…

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657: Are Pros Ruining Gravel For The Rest Of Us? | The GCN Show Ep. 657 35:52

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Is gravel racing becoming too extreme? In this episode of the GCN Show, Si and Dan are debating whether the sport needs rules to protect it from itself, as some racers are pushing the boundaries with controversial bike setups. We also cover a MAJOR cycling transfer, new health benefits of cycling, and reveal the winner of our caption competition. P…

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656: Why My New Bike Is Dangerously Fast | The GCN Show Ep. 656 35:31

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This week on The GCN Show, we're asking a serious question: are modern bikes TOO good? After a ride on his new superbike, Dan argues that the incredible speeds of today's bikes could be dangerous in the wrong hands. We debate whether you need to "pay your dues" before riding the best tech. Plus, we've got all the latest news, including the incredib…

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655: Tour de France Ratings Are Down. Should We Be Worried? | GCN Show Ep. 655 32:09

2M ago32:09

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Welcome back to the GCN Show! This week, we're diving into the big story: new data shows that TV viewing figures for the Tour de France are in decline. We analyse the numbers, discuss the "Pogačar effect," and ask the crucial question: should we be worried about the future of the sport? PLUS! We've got a mind-blowing new double Everesting World Rec…

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654: The One Record Tadej Pogačar Hasn't Broken | GCN Show Ep. 654 36:39

2M ago36:39

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Welcome to the GCN Show! This week, we're asking a big question: Is there still one record that Tadej Pogačar can't break? We dive deep into his incredible climbing performance on Hautacam at the Tour de France and compare it to the legendary, controversial record set by Bjarne Riis back in 1996. We also discuss the difficult topic of doping in cyc…

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653: Is The Tour de France Still The Ultimate Test Of Endurance? | GCN Show Ep. 653 35:41

2M ago35:41

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This week, we're asking a controversial question: is the Tour de France still the ultimate test of human endurance? We dive into the history of the race, comparing the epic 14-hour stages of the past with the high-speed, high-intensity racing of today. We also have the latest news from the Giro d'Italia Women, including a controversial fine for rac…

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652: The Insane Speeds Of The Tour de France Are Mind Blowing | The GCN Show Ep. 652 35:34

3M ago35:34

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Welcome to the GCN Show! This week, we're doing a deep dive into the truly mind-boggling speeds and power data from the chaotic opening stages of the Tour de France. Find out what it really takes to stay in the front echelon in the crosswinds, with average speeds hitting over 60 km/h on the flat! We also have the latest news from the Women's Giro d…

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The Next Decade Long Cycling Debate Is Here | GCN Show Ep. 651 33:47

3M ago33:47

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 651 Last week, at the world’s biggest cycling trade show (Eurobike!) we caught a glimpse at the future of bikes & cycling tech. Today, we're talking you through the trends we're seeing in cycling right now, some of which are scary! Plus, a bumper tech round up, the Moto GP rider taking on a pro bike…

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Get A Free Bike Fit With This GCN Show | GCN Show Ep. 650 31:54

3M ago31:54

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 650 We've got an exclusive offer this week! Courtesy of MyVeloFit, it's a free bike fit all done from the comfort of your own home! Plus, we talk all about entry-level and premium bikes, a new groupset from Shimano, a drop-dead gorgeous new Orbea, and MUCH more! Get your bike fit thanks to MyVeloFit…

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You're Barred! Is This New UCI Rule Discriminatory? | GCN Show Ep. 649 40:12

3M ago40:12

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 649 The UCI have just banned a LOAD of tech and made some sweeping changes to their rules on equipment that's got quite a few people angry...Si Richardson & Dan Lloyd dive in. Plus, we’ve got tech news with six brand new groupsets, some new wheels, the newly crowned elite national road champion who …

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How Does GCN Make Money? | GCN Show Ep. 648 34:55

4M ago34:55

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 648 Participate in our survey for the chance to win a Wahoo head unit! 👉 https://gcn.eu/census_eng How does GCN work? How do we make money? Today we talk about how we're able to make the content that we make, and most importantly, why we work the way we do. Plus, we've got some exciting new tech, ra…

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How Do Unbound Records Keep Getting Smashed? | GCN Show Ep. 647 44:26

4M ago44:26

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 647 Speeds at Unbound have gone up by a whopping 35% in just 10 years. How?! We didn’t know, so we asked two-time Unbound winner, Ted King, what’s changed & whether the spirit of gravel is officially dead. Plus, we've got someone going after Mark Beaumont's round-the-world record, a teenage sensatio…

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We Need To Talk About Ar**hole Cyclists | GCN Show Ep. 646 32:13

4M ago32:13

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 646 We need to talk about cyclists behaving badly... It’s not a subject we like talking about or are taking lightly, but we think it’s important. Si Richardson & Dan Lloyd delve into what's happened in terms of bad cyclist behaviour and discuss what can be done about it. Plus, we've got a new rankin…

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Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Neighbour's Bike | GCN Show Ep. 644 40:23

4M ago40:23

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(Watch on Youtube here: https://gcn.eu/Show644) This week, we explore whether wanting new bikes & gear might lead us down the path of not liking or appreciating the bikes we have! Plus, we talk about the return of the thumb shifter, MotoGP riders doing bicycle races, new world records in the velodrome, and rumours of a merger that could make a new …

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We Got Robbed | GCN Show Ep. 643 33:39

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(Watch on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gR_EJw9U-A) Conor Dunne competed in the Traka gravel race in Spain this previous weekend for what was going to be an epic GCN video. On their way home to the airport though, he and our filmmaker Liam, faced an extremely unfortunate situation. In today's show, Conor shares the story. Plus, we …

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8 Things I Learned After Starting Cycling Again | GCN Show Ep. 642 40:43

5M ago40:43

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Dan Lloyd’s been back on the bike for a while now — and he’s noticed quite a few things have changed! But have they changed for the better or for the worse? Plus we've got news on cyclists behaving badly, the current state of the cycling industry according to Shimano, comments of the week, and MUCH more! Enter here for a chance to win in our Redshi…

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Is This Event The Future Of Road Cycling? | GCN Show Ep. 641 34:01

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This week, Si and Dan dive deep into Levi's GranFondo – an event renowned for its stunning Californian scenery but equally infamous for its challenging route. We explore the unique dynamic of this event, which successfully blends a mass participation ride with a fiercely contested, unsupported race, truly taking cycling back to its basics! Is this …

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How A Couple Of Idiots Could Ruin Cycling For Everyone | GCN Show Ep. 640 40:00

5M ago40:00

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Is pro cycling being ruined by...fans? After some wild scenes at Paris-Roubaix, we’re talking hooligan behaviour, rider safety, and what needs to be done about this. 👀 Plus we've got a basketball legend who thinks he can help UAE Team Emirates, how we may have accidentally predicted the future, and how Alex Paton was humbled on his latest trip to t…

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Is Gravel Riding Just Admitting Defeat To Motorists? | GCN Show Ep. 639 29:26

6M ago29:26

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 639 Does the increasing popularity of gravel riding have anything to do with a growing fear of riding on roads? And if so, does that mean we’re admitting defeat to motorists? After a gravel ride over the weekend, Dan Lloyd got to thinking. Plus, we’re talking about the Belgian café giving away free …

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Pro Cycling Is Faster. This is Why. 26:17

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Pro cycling speeds have gotten faster and faster. But what role has tech played in that? One of the chief architects of that evolution has been the performance engineer Jean-Paul Ballard, and we sat down with him at the Immenstadt wind tunnel in Germany to discuss all the things that make riders faster and the things that don't. As well as the thin…

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Are Pogačar & Van Der Poel REALLY As Good As We Make Them Out To Be? | GCN Show Ep. 638 37:15

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 638 Pogačar and Van der Poel are getting ready to face-off at the Tour of Flanders next weekend! They're the hottest properties in men’s cycling right now, but are they ACTUALLY as good as we’re all making them out to be? Or does their legendary status have something to do with the epic "rivalry" th…

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Cycling Has A BIG Problem, But Do We Need To Worry? | GCN Show Ep. 637 35:56

6M ago35:56

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 637 Is the bike industry really in trouble? 🚴‍♂️💭 After reading some gloomy news about the bike industry in the UK, Dan Lloyd & Si Richardson asked—is this really something to worry about? Turns out, maybe not! In this week’s GCN Show, they explain why. Plus, they've got some really interesting rese…

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Why Cycling Is The Hardest Sport In The World | GCN Show Ep. 636 30:18

6M ago30:18

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 636 Is cycling categorically the most brutal sport in the world? After last week's crashes and brutal weather at Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico, it sure seems like it! Plus, Dan Lloyd and Conor Dunne discuss the man who averaged 268w for 24 hours, the best bike paths they've ever seen, and the inc…

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Van Der Poel’s Coach Explains How You Should Be Training 44:51

7M ago44:51

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Belgian coach Kristof de Kegel has been at the forefront of professional cycling for over a decade. Now a key member of Alpecin–Deceuninck’s management team, he is involved in decision-making processes that shape the form and season direction of the likes of Mathieu van der Poel and Jasper Philipsen. Our very own presenter, Conor Dunne, was actuall…

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Are You Making This Fundamental Mistake In Your Cycling? | GCN Show Ep. 635 41:07

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 635 This week, Dan Lloyd & Si Richardson discuss how many of us might be making a fundamental mistake with our cycling, focusing on power not speed... We dive into why some of the most physiologically-gifted riders never get the results you’d expect, whilst others, with less power, are amongst the w…

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The Future Of Bike Tech Might Be Fast, But It Looks Sh*t! | GCN Show Ep. 634 35:08

7M ago35:08

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 634 The future of bike tech might be fast, but it looks awful! 🫣 Si & Dan take a look at the latest trends from a weekend of cobbles in Belgium, and discuss whether the UCI NEEDS to step in to save the day (and our eyes!). Plus, we've got a mega Zwift competition ahead of the Zwift Academy final on …

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Why Pogačar Is So Good, Racing Makes Him Slower | GCN Show Ep. 633 37:08

7M ago37:08

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 633 This week, we're diving into Tadej Pogačar and the UAE Tour! 🚴‍♂️💥 Pogačar went on an inexplicable attack. Tactically, it made no sense—so what was the reason? Is it possible he was worried about detraining? Looking at last week's UAE Tour, that just might be the case... Plus, Si & Dan talk new …

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How One Man Makes Millions Trafficking Stolen Bikes & No One Can Stop Him 14:40

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While investigating bike theft for a video, we spoke with Bryan Hance, a U.S.-based cybersecurity expert and co-founder of Bike Index, a nonprofit dedicated to recovering stolen bikes. With years of experience, he's seen it all—but his biggest case took nearly four years to unravel, exposing a single man behind a $2.1 million bike trafficking opera…

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This Is Why We’re Not Getting Safer Cycling | GCN Show Ep. 632 44:22

7M ago44:22

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 632 🚴 New research just dropped that might give us some optimism on improving cycling for everyone...but can we actually do anything about it? We hear from one of the authors, who explains how the "loud majority" in local activism doesn’t always reflect what most people want. What role might this pl…

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The Strangest Training Hack That Might Just Work | GCN Show Ep. 631 37:37

8M ago37:37

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show 631 Could riding less—or even not at all—actually make you a better cyclist? How much can you really improve with rest? After finding a study showing someone improved their VO2 max more after taking a long break from exercise, Dan Lloyd and Si Richardson got curious. 🤔 They discuss it in today's sho…

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Should Cyclists Just Leave Some Roads To Cars? | GCN Show Ep. 630 37:44

8M ago37:44

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCNShow630 Are there roads we shouldn't ride on, even if we legally can?! In today's show, Dan Lloyd and Si Richardson discuss whether we should exercise our rights as cyclists to ride down roads that might be potentially dangerous due to motorists, or just save ourselves from the "hassle" and find quieter r…

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UAE's Head Of Performance Reveals Secrets Of Zone 2, Low Cadence & Altitude Training 47:42

8M ago47:42

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After our recent video on pro training, we’re sharing our full, uncut interview with UAE Team Emirates’ head of performance, Jeroen Swart. Jeroen and Dan Lloyd discuss how pro cycling training has changed over the last 15 years, covering things like Zone 2, tempo training, overtraining, training volume, & the monitoring of rider metrics! 📈…

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A Broken Dan? The 350km Ride That MIGHT Be A Step Too Far | GCN Show Ep. 629 38:51

8M ago38:51

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 629 Thanks to your donations, Dan Lloyd is officially taking on the Manchester to London ride this June—his longest bike ride EVER! 🚴 Can he really complete 350km in just one day?! Si & Dan chat about how he’s feeling and what his prep will look like. Plus, they cover a Premier League footballer…

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I Got Smoked By An Illegal E-bike - Does It Matter? | GCN Show Ep. 628 36:15

8M ago36:15

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 628 While cycling to GCN Megabase, Si was overtaken by what seemed to be an unrestricted e-bike travelling at quite a speed. This experience got him thinking—should unrestricted e-bikes be allowed on shared bike paths? Are they creating potential safety risks? 🚲⚡ In this episode of the GCN Show,…

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Are Things About To Ungravel? | GCN Show Ep. 627 37:54

9M ago37:54

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 627 As gravel bikes evolve and become ever closer to mountain bikes, are they actually on a path to extinction? In today's show, Si & Dan question whether the gravel bike might be facing an existential crisis. Gravel bikes have evolved so much ...and where is that evolution going? Plus, they dis…

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If You’re A Cyclist In 2025, You NEED To Do This | GCN Show Ep. 626 33:26

9M ago33:26

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 626 2025 is here, and we’ve all got exciting goals and resolutions for the year! But what should those resolutions be for a cyclist? Dan Lloyd and Conor Dunne share 4 things cyclists should be doing this year to take their riding to the next level—based on the latest modern advice and scientific…

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Is This The Year The Bike Industry Bounces Back? | GCN Show Ep. 625 23:43

9M ago23:43

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 625 2024 was a rollercoaster year for cycling! 🚴‍♂️🌟 From Pogačar dominating the Grand Tours to Cavendish making history and Kasia Niewiadoma triumphing at the TDF Femme Avec Zwift, there was no shortage of epic moments. But behind the excitement, the cycling industry faced challenges, with many…

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If You Could Change One Thing About Cycling, What Would It Be? | GCN Show Ep. 624 29:22

9M ago29:22

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 624 We love cycling (as you know!), but in this show, Si Richardson and Dan Lloyd ask a fun question: If you could change one thing about cycling, what would it be? From small things like making bikes easier to clean, to bigger changes, like improving how non-cyclists treat cyclists, we share al…

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Why I Was Wrong About Safety in Pro Cycling | GCN Show Ep. 623 38:09

9M ago38:09

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 623 In this week's show, Simon Richardson and Dan Lloyd discuss safety in pro cycling, and why change is needed. Specifically, they focus on whether young pros take too many risks and what could be done to mitigate accidents. Plus, they're rating the latest WorldTour team kits, diving into Strav…

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Is Cycling Attractive? | GCN Show Ep. 622 23:20

10M ago23:20

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 622 Cycling might be one of the most watched sports globally, but how does it fare as a hobby in the eyes of the public? 🤔 Surprisingly, surveys suggest that cycling doesn’t even crack the top 15 most attractive hobbies. Naturally, this sparked a bit of debate at GCN Megabase, so we sent Hank ou…

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Aero WAS Everything, Light Bikes Are Back?! | GCN Show Ep. 621 38:23

10M ago38:23

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 621 From our brand new GCN studio, we're talking all about lightweight bikes! After seeing Scott's new Addict RC, we were wondering whether light bikes are the holy grail (and always have been) or if weight really doesn't matter... We've also got some opinions on Lance Armstrong from Si, a massi…

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Cycling's New Problem: It's Too Fast | GCN Show Ep. 620 36:42

10M ago36:42

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 620 Is cycling getting too fast? After the Tour de France director raised this concern, we’re diving into the debate. Could the extreme speeds during races be causing the terrible crashes we’ve seen this year? Is this really the problem, and what can be done to make racing safer? Plus, we're sha…

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The SUPERPOWER Of Knowing Your Muscle Fibre Type | GCN Show Ep. 619 35:25

10M ago35:25

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 619 Are You Training Wrong? New research suggests you might be! Si and Dan reveal how understanding their muscle fibre types could have made them better cyclists back in the day. In this video, they dive into the science behind muscle fibre types – fast twitch vs. slow twitch – and debate whethe…

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These Are The Biggest Wastes Of Money In Cycling | GCN Show Ep. 618 40:03

11M ago40:03

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 618 What is the most you’ve spent with regard to cycling? Was it a whole bicycle? Accessories? Components? Quite a subjective topic right? Well, that is exactly what Si and Dan discuss some of the cycling things that they and the ex-pros at GCN Megabase have spent on, which turned out to be an a…

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The Pro Cycling Arms Race Nobody Is Talking About | GCN Show Ep. 617 38:19

11M ago38:19

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 617 This week, Dan & Si cover the pro cycling arms race, which is real and gaining pace! This isn't a race anymore just for the best and most talented riders, but for the best coaches, aerodynamicists, minds & equipment. Dan & Si also dive into how this arms race might not actually be good news …