Ride To Success

Pedro Couto Lopes
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A journey to a more productive, creative, and active life through the power of the bike. Hosted by Pedro Couto Lopes, it dives into: -Global cycling trends -Community needs -Innovative business strategies -Inspiring entrepreneurial stories Expect rich, diverse content that covers everything from cutting-edge tech and global insights to local solutions and bold ideas in the cycling world

  1. Yanto Barker Built Le Col… But It Nearly Broke Him | Ride To Success Podcast

    May 11

    Yanto Barker Built Le Col… But It Nearly Broke Him | Ride To Success Podcast

    In this live episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with Yanto Barker, founder of Le Col and former professional cyclist, for a raw and unfiltered conversation on what it really takes to build something from nothing. This is not a typical success story. From growing up with adversity to becoming a professional cyclist, to building Le Col into a globally recognised cycling brand, Yanto shares the psychological drive behind his journey — and the personal cost that came with it. They explore: • The mindset behind relentless ambition and resilience • Building Le Col while racing professionally • The pressure, fear, and stress behind entrepreneurship • The reality of scaling a cycling brand in a volatile market • Letting go of people and control • Why Yanto stepped away from Le Col in 2025 • His next chapter — building again with AI and innovation This episode goes beyond cycling. It’s about identity, pressure, and the hidden side of success. As Yanto explains: “Fear becomes another fuel tank… but it comes at a cost.” 🎙️ Ride To Success is your go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling. Ride To Success is the global voice of changemakers, blending stories of leadership, innovation, and human transformation powered by the bike. 👉 Make sure to follow and rate the podcast wherever you listen to it. 👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/

    1h 23m
  2. Full episode drops May 11th | Yanto Barker, Founder of LE COL

    May 6

    Full episode drops May 11th | Yanto Barker, Founder of LE COL

    The cost of building something great… isn’t what you think.Yanto Critchlow-Barker built Le Col into one of the most recognised brands in cycling.But behind that?Pressure. Fear. Decisions that don’t leave you.And eventually… walking away.This is a conversation about: – What it really takes – What it costs – And whether it’s ever worth itFull episode drops May 11thWatch it on YouTube or listen to it on your favourite podcast platform.Ride To Success Podcast 🎙️ Ride To Success isyour go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling.Ride To Success is the global voice of changemakers, blending stories ofleadership, innovation, and human transformation powered by the bike. 👉 Make sure to follow andrate the podcast wherever you listen to it.👉Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get yourpodcasts.   Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes:https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/

    2 min
  3. How Burnout Nearly Ended Tom Portsmouth’s Cycling Dream — Until He Did This

    Apr 13

    How Burnout Nearly Ended Tom Portsmouth’s Cycling Dream — Until He Did This

    What happens when the dream starts to break you? In this raw and revealing episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with British pro cyclist Tom Portsmouth to explore the hidden mental toll of chasing a professional cycling career in Europe. From racing without a contract to navigating burnout at the peak of his fitness, Tom shares how reinvention, writing, and resilience brought him back from the edge. Expect a deep dive into the strategies he used to stay visible in a system that often overlooks young talent, his candid reflections on identity, ego, and why sometimes the strongest move is letting go. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone looking for inspiration in your own journey, this conversation will move you. 🎙️ Ride To Success is your go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling. Ride To Success is the global voice of changemakers, blending stories of leadership, innovation, and human transformation powered by the bike. 👉 Make sure to follow and rate the podcast wherever you listen to it! 👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/ - Thanks for listening

    1h 5m
  4. From Burnout to Freedom: Rainier Charles Ong, AKA Avocado Cyclist on Cycling, Identity & Rediscovery

    Apr 6

    From Burnout to Freedom: Rainier Charles Ong, AKA Avocado Cyclist on Cycling, Identity & Rediscovery

    In this episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with Rainier (aka Avocado Cyclist) — a London-based content creator, cyclist, and brand ambassador — to uncover the story behind his journey. From running a business that pushed him into burnout to finding freedom, confidence, and purpose through cycling, Rainier shares how the bike became more than just a hobby — it became his escape, his therapy, and ultimately his purpose. They dive into: • How Rainier (Avocado Cyclist) discovered cycling and why it changed his life • The mental health impact of cycling and overcoming burnout • Building a cycling community rooted in inclusivity and culture • His journey into content creation and working with cycling brands • Why cycling should be accessible to everyone — regardless of background or ability • His mission to bring awareness to the Asian cycling community This conversation is a powerful reminder that success isn’t always about numbers — sometimes it’s about rediscovering who you are. “I lost who I was in a way… it made me refind myself in a way of who I really am.” If you’re passionate about cycling, entrepreneurship, creativity, or personal growth, this episode will inspire you to rethink what success really means. ________________________________________ 🎙️ Ride To Success is your go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling. Ride To Success is the global voice of changemakers, blending stories of leadership, innovation, and human transformation powered by the bike. 👉 Make sure to follow and rate the podcast wherever you listen to it! 👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/ - Thanks for listening

    1h 5m
  5. What Bikes Gave Me That Nothing Else Could | Alex Dowsett Is Still Racing Something Bigger

    Mar 30

    What Bikes Gave Me That Nothing Else Could | Alex Dowsett Is Still Racing Something Bigger

    What does it really mean to walk away from the thing that defined you? In this powerful episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with former WorldTour cyclist Alex Dowsett to explore life beyond the finish line. Over the course of an hour, Alex opens up about: • The emotional complexity of retirement after 12 years at the elite level of cycling • Living — and racing — with severe haemophilia A, and how it shaped his mindset • Becoming a father and what it means to raise daughters in a world where pain and resilience intersect • The internal battles with performance pressure, identity loss, and the fear of letting go • Founding his new company, Stride, and how he's translating everything cycling taught him into a platform to help others perform • The difference between chasing medals... and chasing meaning You’ll also hear Alex reflect on the one victory that brought him to tears, how the Hour Record almost broke him, and why bikes gave him something nothing else could — but also took more than he ever expected. This is not just a cycling conversation. It’s a story of reinvention, emotional honesty, and the difficult beauty of transitioning from high performance to higher purpose. 🎙️ Ride To Success is your go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling. We are the global voice of changemakers, blending leadership, innovation, and human transformation — all powered by the bike. 👉 Make sure to follow and rate the podcast wherever you listen! 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to the podcast: - Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/ - Thanks for listening

    1h 26m
  6. The Man Who Convinced the UN to Create World Bicycle Day | Leszek Sibilski

    Mar 23

    The Man Who Convinced the UN to Create World Bicycle Day | Leszek Sibilski

    In this powerful episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with Leszek Sibilski, the visionary behind World Bicycle Day, to explore an extraordinary life shaped by cycling, resilience, education, and global impact. From growing up in Poland during the Cold War to becoming one of the key figures who inspired the United Nations to establish World Bicycle Day, Leszek Sibilski shares the deeply personal and professional journey that led him to champion the bicycle as a tool for mobility, diplomacy, education, and human connection. During this conversation, Pedro Couto Lopes and Leszek Sibilski discuss: • Leszek’s early career as a competitive cyclist in Poland • The tragic moment that changed the course of his life and career • How education ultimately saved his life and shaped his future • The behind-the-scenes story of creating World Bicycle Day at the United Nations • Why cycling is more than a sport — it is a tool for freedom, mobility, and social transformation • The concept of “incremental nudging” and persistence in creating global change • How the bicycle continues to impact health, sustainability, diplomacy, and society This episode of the Ride To Success Podcast is a story about purpose, perseverance, and how a simple idea can become a global movement. If you care about cycling, innovation, leadership, and the power of human ideas, this conversation with Leszek Sibilski will inspire you. ________________________________________ 🎙️ Ride To Success is your go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling. Ride To Success is the global voice of changemakers, blending stories of leadership, innovation, and human transformation powered by the bike. Make sure to follow and rate the podcast wherever you listen to it! 👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. - Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/ - Thanks for listening

    1h 34m
  7. Thee Carbon Queen on Trauma, ADHD & Cycling | Timia Porter on Healing Through Cycling

    Mar 16

    Thee Carbon Queen on Trauma, ADHD & Cycling | Timia Porter on Healing Through Cycling

    In this emotionally rich episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes is joined by Timia Porter, also known as Thee Carbon Queen — a community builder, entrepreneur, and criterium racer who is redefining what it means to lead with purpose in the world of cycling. From serving in the U.S. Air Force to founding Turquoise + Salt, to racing in elite crit circuits, Timia’s journey weaves together identity, healing, entrepreneurship, and representation. Through candid storytelling, she reveals how cycling became more than a sport — a vehicle for reclaiming her body, navigating ADHD, confronting trauma, and building space for others who have long been made to feel invisible. ________________________________________ 🎙️ In this conversation, we unpack: • How trauma, ADHD, and cycling intersected to reshape Timia’s life • Her journey from military service to becoming Thee Carbon Queen • The healing power of creating what she never saw growing up • What it means to race not to compete — but to reclaim • Her mission to create visibility for Black women in cycling • Entrepreneurship lessons from wellness to cycling apparel • How energy, community, and representation drive everything she does Whether you're a cyclist, builder, leader, or just searching for healing — this episode will move you. 🎙️ Ride To Success is your go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling. We are the global voice of changemakers, blending leadership, innovation, and human transformation — all powered by the bike. 👉 Make sure to follow and rate the podcast wherever you listen! 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to the podcast: - Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/ -

    1h 19m
  8. Josh Sprague on Cycling, Endurance Racing & What 500 Endurance Races Taught Him

    Mar 2

    Josh Sprague on Cycling, Endurance Racing & What 500 Endurance Races Taught Him

    Josh Sprague is the Chief Executive Officer and Design Dude at Orange Mud and Seven Clay In this powerful episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with endurance athlete and entrepreneur Josh Sprague, founder of Orange Mud, to explore what 500 endurance races really teach you about business, discipline, and life. From tearing apart a gun holster in his garage to build a cycling brand, Josh shares raw lessons from the world of endurance racing and entrepreneurship. Together, Pedro Couto Lopes and Josh Sprague dive deep into cycling, leadership, risk, ego, motivation, and why “motivation is overrated.” If you are passionate about cycling, innovation, and building something meaningful, this episode of the Ride To Success Podcast will challenge how you think about discipline, quitting, hustle culture, and success. 🎙️ Ride To Success is your go-to podcast for entrepreneurial stories in cycling. Ride To Success is the global voice of changemakers, blending stories of leadership, innovation, and human transformation powered by the bike. Make sure to follow and rate the podcast wherever you listen to it! 👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to the podcast: - Social Links to Ride to Success: Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/ - Thanks for listening

    1h 27m
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A journey to a more productive, creative, and active life through the power of the bike. Hosted by Pedro Couto Lopes, it dives into: -Global cycling trends -Community needs -Innovative business strategies -Inspiring entrepreneurial stories Expect rich, diverse content that covers everything from cutting-edge tech and global insights to local solutions and bold ideas in the cycling world

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  • Creator
    Pedro Couto Lopes
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    114
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Pedro Couto Lopes
  • Show Website
    Ride To Success

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