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EPISODE 109 - Dylan’s Quitting YouTube. Dizzle’s Retiring from Crits. What Next, Discontinuing the Conti Race King?!

What up party people. First off, just wanted to give a big shout to all the folks who came up to me at Nepomuk Narly this past weekend to mention your loyalty to the show, interactions like that are truly what drives us (well at least me anyway) to keep this thing running week after week. Speaking of Nepomuk Narly, if you weren’t at the biggest little gravel race in Pisek, ND this past weekend then you definitely missed out on a good time. Not only did they manage to recruit even more big names to show up this year including reigning champ Adam Roberge, Ted and Laura King, the Minnesota hit squad of Inno and Chase, and a bunch of other fast riders from all over, they also just know how to bring the Midwest hospitality in such a unique way. From games and activities for all ages, race distances for anyone and everyone, the kindest host families you can ever imagine, and for the tip of the spear, one heck of a prize purse to boot. So put it on your calendars for next year, July 19th coming in hot. And no, this is not a paid advertisement, I just love this race to death and want y’all to experience the Nepomuk charm as well.

Okay so for the show this week, basically Drew drank way too much coffee and brought us on tangents galore the whole episode so you’ll just have to hang tight to find out what we really talk about. 

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EPISODE 108 - The Future of Gravel w/ Former World Tour rider Chad Haga

What up party people. Just a quick intro here because I only have 2min before I have to log into an 8hr design review summit sooo here it goes. We’ve got former World Tour rider, Chad Haga, on the show this week to talk about his experience transitioning into the pro gravel scene this season, including his 2nd place finish at Unbound after spending all day in the breakaway with Lachlan Morton. Tune in to hear some of his thoughts on the US vs International gravel scene, what he predicts gravel will look like in the future, and even his thoughts on tires.

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Summary

Chad Haga discusses his transition from road racing to gravel racing and his experience at the Unbound Gravel race. He talks about the differences between European and American gravel racing, including team tactics and the importance of positioning. Chad also shares his thoughts on using aerobars in gravel racing and the challenges of racing as a team in a solo-focused sport. The conversation includes some lighthearted banter about bike brands and equipment choices. Chad discusses his experience racing the Rift and his tire choice for the race. He also talks about his setup for the Migration gravel race and the challenges of racing on rough terrain. The conversation shifts to the changing landscape of professional cycling, with younger riders entering the gravel scene and the transition from road racing to gravel. Chad expresses his satisfaction with racing gravel and the freedom it offers. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about VO2 max and the perception of age in professional cycling. They joke about their VO2 max scores and how they compare to each other. The conversation then transitions to a discussion about the future of gravel racing in the US, including the potential for teams to become more involved. The conversation concludes with listener questions about tire width preferences and how long the Bonk Bros could hold Tadej Pogacar’s wheel up a climb. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss crank arm length and its impact on performance and comfort. Dylan shares that he switched to 165mm cranks on all his bikes to reduce knee pain and improve his range of motion. Chad mentions that he is considering switching to 170mm cranks on his road and gravel bikes for fit reasons. The hosts conclude the conversation by discussing upcoming races and plans.

EPISODE 107 - Crusher Cancellation, Crit Bois Doin’ Crit Boi Things, and Are Mountain Bike Tires Finally the New Gravel Tires

What up party people. Your boy is back from my Andorran escapades and ready to get down to business as usual. This weeks show is no less random than usual with topics such as the cancelling of Crusher in the Tushar, Dizzle and Scott doing crit boy things this weekend, and are we finally seeing the trend of running low key mountain bike tires for gravel racing catching on? 

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Summary
In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including watching podcasts on YouTube, Dylan quitting YouTube, Dylan’s performance in the Crusher race, and the possibility of getting Chad Haga and Lance Armstrong on the podcast. They also talk about Strava KOMs and cheating. The conversation in this segment revolves around Dylan’s Strava KOM being taken by another cyclist, Owen Cole, who switched bikes during the climb. They discuss the commitment and tactics involved in achieving a KOM, as well as the value of KOMs in the cycling community. The conversation then shifts to the cancellation of the Crusher in the Tushar race and its impact on Dylan’s racing plans. They briefly mention the Tour de France and the controversy surrounding a gravel segment. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the possibility of using mountain bike tires for gravel racing. They also talk about a certain rider who was planning to use mountain bike tires in a race. The conversation then shifts to the topic of pacing strategies for endurance races like Crusher in the Tushar and Leadville. The hosts debate the advantages and disadvantages of using drop bars for gravel racing and discuss the potential for future gravel races on the East Coast. They briefly mention the cancellation of a race called Whiteface and finally touch on Mark Cavendish’s recent win at the Tour de France. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the recent race results and the performance of certain riders. They talk about Mark Cavendish’s comeback and his win in the Tour de France, as well as the struggles of other sprinters like Jasper Philipsen. They also discuss the gravel stage in the Tour de France and the challenges faced by riders. The conversation ends with a discussion about a local gravel race where riders competed on aero bars and won signific

EPISODE 106 - Tour Talk, Andorra Epic, and Listener Qs

What up party people. Adam was out of the country doing some ”epic” race over in a random country no one from the US has heard of which means he apparently couldn’t be bothered to do the intro this week. Luckily we have Dizzle, the cerebral one, to take the charge.

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EPISODE 105 - Another DJ Top 10, Scott’s Underwhelming TOAD Results, and Would You Rather

What up party people. We just got done recording this episode for the last hour and I honestly can’t even tell you what it was about. At some point DJ tells us about getting dunked on by some no namer (Josh Burnett) at BWR NC, Scott breaks down his atrocious win percentage from TOAD before making up for it by buying some jet skis, Dizzle runs his mouth about Chase Wark yet AGAIN, and more.

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Summary

In this part of the conversation, Scott explains his excuse for not showing up to BWR and losing all those crits. He shares his experience of winning a crit race and buying jet skis. The conversation then shifts to Dylan’s performance at BWR and the presence of international riders in local races. The discussion also touches on the importance of prize money and the level of competition in different races. The conversation covers various topics including Project Echelon, a junior cyclist’s performance, tire selection, UCI races, and gravel beef. Dylan recounts his experience at a race where he got dropped and discusses his tire selection. The conversation then shifts to UCI races and the competition level. The hosts joke about Dylan’s performance and his beef with other cyclists. They also discuss the importance of sunscreen for gingers and the decline of certain race series. The conversation ends with a discussion about Drew’s phone call during another podcast and the ongoing beef between Dylan and Chase Work. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the recent controversy surrounding a professional cyclist’s comments about his performance. They also talk about the technical challenges of a recent mountain bike race and the tire choices of the riders. The conversation then shifts to the selection process for the Olympic team and the potential for Tom Pidcock to win multiple world championship titles in one year. The hosts also mention their Patreon supporters and sponsors. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including bike maintenance, dynamic training apps, Patreon shoutouts, and chest hair grooming. They also answer listener questions about tire choice for a race and re-lubing a chain during a race. The conversation ends with a humorous hypothetical scenario about winning a race or receiving $10 million.

EPISODE 104 - Gravel Beef p/b Marginal Gains Prodigy Chase Wark

What up party people. We’ve got another banger for you this week after Dizzle got caught running his mouth again and stirred up a little bit of gravel beef after falling victim to gravel breakaway specialist and marginal gains newcomer, Chase Wark. Not originally selected for the Life Time Grand Prix, Chase found his way into the GP field after a handful of dropouts and is well on his way to being the 17th place runner up in this years series. Tune in to hear more beef and marginal gains geekery. 



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Summary

In this part of the conversation, the hosts introduce their guest, Cassie Beth Dillman, and discuss her shirt with the podcast logo. They briefly mention tires and jokingly compare Cassie’s tire-picking skills to those of professional cyclists. The conversation then shifts to Cassie’s birth story, where she delivered her own baby. They discuss the concept of fairings on bikes and the use of water bottles for aerodynamics. The hosts also talk about the Lifetime series and their rankings. The conversation ends with a discussion about upcoming races and the potential rivalry between Chase and Dylan. The conversation revolves around the upcoming races and the bikes the participants will use. They discuss the importance of aerodynamics in races like Schwamm and Leadville. Dylan mentions his preference for riding a Felt bike, while Chase considers using a mountain bike fork. They also talk about their training and fitness levels, with Dylan expressing concerns about his performance at Crusher and his past experiences with pain during races. The conversation ends with a discussion about their backgrounds in road racing and their plans for future races. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the upcoming race and their predictions. They also talk about the results of recent races and the performance of certain riders. They touch on topics such as the importance of equipment choice, the dangers of gravel racing, and the controversy surrounding national championships. The conversation concludes with a listener question about how to get rid of exposed cables on a bike. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the possibility of sponsorship by Bosch and the development of bike power tools. They also talk about tire choices for the Dakota Five-O race and the minimum training required to beat Adam. The conversation then shifts to prototype equipment used by professional riders and the potential for new tire releases. They also share stories of crashes and racing tactics, including a memorable crash on a flyover. The episode concludes with a discussion about gravel racing and the importance of media attention.