The Wild Ones Cycling Podcast

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Watch the extended version of this podcast, where we rank all of the men's world tour bikes here: https://youtu.be/6MWJX7qg4ioIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Link to our merch: https://cade-media-shop.fourthwall.com/en-gbp/Check out the video versions of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W18kANPWptwHere’s the episode breakdown (the timings may be a bit off due to advert placement on some platforms!)00:00 Our top secret trip for the launch of new bike15:49 This cycling brand’s new streetwear range is… unexpected19:27 Wild Ones merch is back!20:28 He just got a knighthood…21:15 MyWhoosh is coming for Zwift, are they in trouble?24:08 Zwift now does a smart bike31:29 Celebrity’s massive bike crash32:38 Big drama at the Tour of Britain33:39 Pro cyclist demands apology after Tour of Slovenia disqualification35:38 Job cuts and closures at GCN39:14 UCI ‘copying football’ with latest rule change44:07 Overrated/Underrated: The UCI45:53 Overrated/Underrated: Wearing matching brand cycling kit46:30 Overrated/Underrated: Coaching for everyday riding49:16 Overrated/Underrated: Centre Parcs52:12 Jimmi’s wine got confiscated by security (FUOTW)56:17 A BIG sportive errorIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're throwing it over to you, the listeners, to answer your burning questions in our latest Listeners' Takeover Special.Here’s the episode breakdown (FYI, sometime the adverts throw off the timings, but hopefully you get the gist)00:00 Francis’ rim brake Scott road bike03:29  Francis’ Triban gravel commuter04:52 Francis Scott Addict gravel bike06:04  Francis ‘ornamental’ baby blue Willier06:46  Francis e-cargo bike07:30 Emily's Canyon Ultimate09:37 Emily’s Cannondale Topstone11:45 Jimmi’s bright pink Time Alp D’Huez12:11 Jimmi’s hand illustrated one-of-a-kind road bike12:49 Jimmi’s custom steel off-roader13:38 Jimmi’s custom steel race bike14:17 Jimmi’s ‘flame paint’ Time ADHX 14:55 How do you keep sweat out of your eyes?16:57 How different is Tiagra and 105 really?20:43 Is it a good idea changing forks to get more tire clearance?26:00 Tips for riding in a group31:11 Is SRAM & Shimano cross compatible?33:43 Are expensive cycling shoes really better?36:25 Bike crash - who was in the wrong?39:38 Overrated/Underrated: tan wall tires41:11 Overrated/Underrated: building a bike from parts43:49 Overrated/Underrated: hybrid bikes46:13 Overrated/Underrated: cargo bib shorts 48:09 Overrated/Underrated: latex tubes48:21 Overrated/Underrated: deep section rims49:45 Overrated/Underrated: Bromptons51:30 Overrated/Underrated: big graphics on frames and wheels52:25 Overrated/Underrated: renovating your houseIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch Francis’ BMX Everest here: https://youtu.be/3EsyyvfzU7U?si=ZtaE3_dk0W5pQEmzIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaCheck out WattGames here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2782020/WATTGAMES/If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaDonate to Anne’s JustGiving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/anne-cycles-ventoux-for-gazaThis week we're testing out some new jingles for the podcast, we're also chatting about Pogacar getting flagged on Strava – and how the app is going to start using AI to catch cheats. We also talk about the new series of Netflix's Tour de France Unchained... and how we're going to be in it. Plus we uncover a fake Assos clothing website which scammed one listener out of 100euros, and talk about how to avoid getting caught in the same trap. Plus more fun stuff!If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaThis week we’re chatting new SRAM Red, 13-speed Di2, Zwift raising its prices, and Mark Cavendish’s new record and Strava Segments could soon be banned in some places.Here’s the full breakdown (FYI, sometimes advert knock the timings off slightly, depending on where you’re listening)00:00 Ice baths & heated seats01:19 New SRAM Red is here05:06 Giro’s 99% off sale & pricing errors (follow-up)07:25 13-Speed Fully Wireless Di2?!13:55 Zwift are raising their prices22:53 Mark Cavendish is officially the GOAT25:31 Is Pogacar’s dominance making pro racing dull?30:13 You can now watch live British racing31:27 Strava Segments could soon be banned in some places46:48 Overrated/Underrated: ¾ bibs50:45 Overrated/Underrated: super reflective winter wear52:37 Overrated/Underrated: colour-coordinated details on bikes54:02 Jimmi got blocked by a pro cyclist?! (FUOTW)55:59 Francis sounds like a Mexican narco?57:16 Insects on bike rides… our horror storiesIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaFrancis is back and this week we’re chatting AI, those beef stew energy gels, a GIro pricing mistake that accidentally gives shoppers 99% off, new SRAM red and more.Here’s the full breakdown (FYI, sometimes advert knock the timings off slightly, depending on where you’re listening)00:00 Our first fluff up01:13 Emily made AI versions of Jimmi, Francis and Nic06:18 Cade Media Spanish channel09:52 Beef Stew energy gels DO exist!12:57 Giro‘pricing error’ accidentally gives shoppers 99% off shoes18:08 Elitewheel’s “rip off” hub and knock on effects for GCN25:01 New SRAM Red groupset spotted at the Giro d’Italia29:19 Overrated/Underrated: Massive cycling glasses32:02 Overrated/Underrated: Cycling in the southern hemisphere34:29 Overrated/Underrated: Chocolate bars as ride snacks35:28 Overrated/Underrated: Beards37:18 Overrated/Underrated: Hot chips39:00 We got scammed out of £350 (FUOTW)41:22 Bank-robbing cyclists44:33 Gravel bike vs MTB49:20 Your funny town signs!If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the video version of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efmW1i_zoXYThanks to Will for joining us! Check out his website for more info: www.willgirling.comHere’s the episode breakdown (sorry if the timings don't quite match up, sometimes the adverts mess up timings depending on what platform you're listening on):00:00 EF’s head nutritionist is on the pod!03:54 Stages fires entire workforce, ceases all operations08:12 Rapha lay-offs09:34 Colnago are cashing in on the Pogacar effect11:30 Why eating isn’t cheating 12:49 Fasted training can make you more prone to illness17:51 Sugar is not the enemy + understanding insulin resistance20:36 Are some sugars better than others?21:44 Want to eat sugary treats? Do it after exercise!22:25 How much food you should eat while riding23:26 Skinner doesn’t equal faster28:13 You don’t need expensive sports nutrition32:36 Cramping and the big salt myth37:12 The link between salt & digestion issues while riding37:57 The ‘best diet for weight loss’ isn’t what you think49:20 Food knowledge is the key to a healthy diet51:46 Everything a world tour pro eats in a day58:12 Will’s strategy for the EF team59:47 Are pro riders allowed to drink alcohol?01:00:19 Will a few glasses of wine ‘ruin’ my training?01:02:11 Caffeine chewing gum?!01:03:19 Do THIS to stop sugar damaging your teeth 01:04:51 Gels and bars vs candy and sweets01:06:34 Don’t like sugary snacks? Try this01:07:58 ‘Help! Why am I bonking on rides?’01:15:34 Will’s favourite meal of all timeIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks to Mike for coming on the show, you can check out his channel hereHere's a breakdown of the episode - sorry if the time stamps aren't quite right, sometimes the adverts screw up the timings and we can't fix it :( but hopefully you get the gist00:00 Meet Britain’s ‘most hated cyclist’ who’s reported 1700+ drivers07:55 ‘More hated than Hitler’10:08 Why does Mikey upset people so much?13:23 Should we be snitching on bad drivers?16:53 Is reporting drivers safer or more dangerous for cyclists?19:48 Shimano crank snaps 5 months after passing inspection29:27 Shimano working on a fully wireless groupset?35:18 How did Mikey get started?36:43 Why does he do it?38:18 How does he deal with hate & abuse? 40:57 Mikey’s WILDEST encounters45:23 Is Mikey too confrontational?46:16 Violence and online threats47:25 Mikey’s camera setup49:26 ‘The fame is horrible, I don’t want it’50:19 Does Mikey give cyclists a bad name?55:32 What do the police think of Mikey’s antics?58:50 What it will take for Mikey to STOP reporting01:01:36 Why doesn’t Mikey report bad cyclists?01:03:30 Do people he catches change their attitudes?01:04:32 What can help ease tension between drivers and cyclists?01:06:19 What has improved since Mikey began filming01:09:13 Recording and submitting close passes01:11:40 The biggest problem in cycling right now01:13:34 Does Mikey ‘go about things the wrong way’?01:18:25 Are the trolls here yet?01:18:45 The elephant in the room (FUOTW)01:19:41 Send us your questions for EF nutritionist WillIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch the MVDP cap thrower video here! And here’s an interesting article about match fixing at Belgian kermesses.Watch the audio version of this podcast, or check out our other videos here.Here’s the full episode breakdown (sorry if the time stamps are a little out. The adverts throw it off sometimes, but hopefully you get the gist)00:00 Weird town names03:04 The dumbest move a pro cyclist can make…06:07 Is Pidcock a sore loser?07:40 Jimmi busted a speeding driver with his bike cam!10:35 The Paris-Roubaix cap thrower & potential match fixing in cycling16:21 Stop stealing cobbles!17:47 Jimmi’s getting a World Champs jersey22:37 Overrated/Underrated: Black finishing kits27:16 Overrated/Underrated: Thermal bib shorts28:41 Overrated/Underrated: Cliff bars for cycling30:20 Overrated/Underrated: Adidas Velosambas33:38 Francis’ meeting mess up (FUOTW)34:40 Protective tape to stop frame bags rubbing35:20 Our European bike holiday recommendations42:24 Are bike ‘laser lanes’ the key to safe car passing?47:24 Is Lanterne Rouge really banned from the bookies? Here’s the answer!If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.uk Thanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/-g6--2QzF4QThis week the gang's back together as Francis returns from Malaysia. We play an April Fool's based news quiz, plus find out why people are hating on Rapha’s latest jersey release. Also in the news, sticky bottles at Paris-Roubaix and are Vingegaard & Evenepoel out of the Tour de France? We'll also be rating cable actuated hydraulic disc brakes, the spring classics, the gym and Aaron Taylor Johnson as James Bond. Lastly, we'll be discussing essential handling skills every roadie should know.Enjoy! And if you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.uk Thanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to our special Listener's Takeover edition of the Wild Ones Podcast. This week we're joined by mechanic Nic, and cycling coach, racer and mechanic James to answer your questions.You can watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/dw6FbxmeziwIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by mechanic, bike racer and coach James Jobber, and we're chatting about the latest piece of aero tech to hit the pro peloton and asking whether it will be (and should be) the next big thing in cycling. Plus, Zipp has finally made a full statement on their hookless wheels at the centre of the Lotto Dstny controversy. And James gives us his tips for making big gains in your cycling – and it's got nothing to do with numbers.Plus we're play more Overrated/Underrated, Emily has a confession and we answer your questions.Thanks to coach James for joining us this week. You can get in touch with him at www.upshiftvelo.co.ukIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/PcX0CZy50fQThis week we're back with bike mechanic Nic chatting about Lance Armstrong's latest controversial comments on the current era of pros plus whether doping is rife at amateur level. We also check in on the latest news from the bike industry sales crisis and debate whether Mark Cavendish can still make his Tour de France record dreams after a bad run or form. Plus there's more Overrated/Underrated and your questions on getting friends and family into cyclnig and how to choose the right gears for a hilly event.If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time.Donate to Sam’s Alpe D’Huzes cancer research ride: https://www.opgevenisgeenoptie.nl/fundraisers/SamuelRadcliff24650/alpe-dhuzes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special extended episode of The Wild Ones Podcast we're joined by paracyclist Dan Richards, who lost his right arm and shoulder in a motorbike accident at age 23... and says it's the best thing that ever happened to him. His powerful story – from a young soldier to rebuilding his life from rock bottom – provides lessons in resilience and determination that we can all learn from, and we're so grateful to Dan for sharing it with us.You can follow Dan on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theonearmedwonder/?hl=enIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode! This week, we chat about Pogačar’s riding position and MORE hookless tire explosions at the Strade Binache. Plus we roast the worst helmet of all time and discuss the news that Wiggle has been sold for less than £10million. We also play a game of cycling 'Would You Rather', Overrated/Underrated and discuss DNFing.You can watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/cEk71B292XcIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by ultra-endurance cyclist Chris Hall as we chat about the latest controversy surrounding hookless wheels and the calls for them to be banned from the pro peloton. We also discuss a bizarre story of a pro team's "attempted fraud" (the UCI's words, not ours), which saw them suspended from racing after they dressed a mechanic as a rider to try and sign on for a race. Plus we talk to Chris about his journey from a corporate day job to becoming an adventure cyclist.You can watch the video version of our podcast here: https://youtu.be/DYLlI8xNX64If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode. This week we’ve got an update on what’s going on with Scott and some of our other sponsors this year, we’re also chatting about Shimano’s latest financial report, and discussing some unpopular road cycling opinions from the internet. Watch the video version of the podcast on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YDx6qC5bsKUIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.