KOSTÜME presents CAN:DO

KOSTÜME

CAN:DO is a far-reaching project exploring the rich and diverse world of cycling.CAN:DO brings together real, relatable stories about people and place, and the role cycling plays in the way we live our lives and experience the world around us.Aside from this podcast, CAN:DO also includes long-form articles, events, rider support and more. If you have an interesting story to share, please get in touch.www.kostume.cc

Episodes

  1. Jul 23 ·  Video

    Pure Peak Grit - Behind The Scenes of The UK's Hilliest Ultra Cycling Event

    What does it take to run a multi-day ultra-distance event? For our third CAN:DO podcast, Laura Massey-Pugh and Dave McLeavy - event directors for Pure Peak Grit - sat down with us at the midway point of the 2026 edition to give us some behind-the-scenes insight into the high's and low's of running the UK's hilliest ultracycling event. Topics include: • The history of Pure Peak Grit • What makes the event special • Why the Peak District makes for a unique cycling destination • Balancing accessibility with the extreme nature of the route • Strategies for successful ultra racing • Running an event as a not-for-profit • Managing rider safety and logistics • Potential directions for future editions • Why the idea of taking part can feel worse than the reality Whether you're a seasoned Randonneur, bikepacker or ultra-racer, or considering entering an event for the very first time, the conversation gives a first-hand account of both running and riding a complex multi-day, multi-course event.  Photos courtesy of Fergus Coyle (https://www.ferguscoyle.com/) Intro/Outro music by Surgeons Girl (https://www.instagram.com/sinead_surgeonsgirl/) Learn more about Pure Peak Grit: https://www.purepeakgrit.cc/ Follow Pure Peak Grit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purepeakgrit.cc/ Don't forget to subscribe to this channel on YouTube, and also to receive Kostüme updates: https://kostume.cc/subscribe/ www.kostume.cc

    Pure Peak Grit - Behind The Scenes of The UK's Hilliest Ultra Cycling Event
  2. Jun 12 ·  Video

    World Record Ultra Cyclists Sarah Ruggins & Alan Colville on Adversity and Resilience

    What does it really take to achieve truly extraordinary things? For our second CAN:DO podcast, world record holders Dr Sarah Ruggins and Alan Colville joined us for a candid conversation about resilience, recovery, mindset and the psychology of human endurance. Whether you're a cyclist, runner, entrepreneur or simply someone facing difficulty, this conversation offers a rare insight into the mindset of two people who have repeatedly chosen to venture beyond their comfort zone in pursuit of something bigger. Already the holder of the outright world record for the LEJOGLE route, at the time of posting Sarah is currently attempting One Way North, a 6,000km world record ride from Tarifa, Spain to Nordkapp, Norway, and has also just broken the 7-day mileage record en-route.  Despite losing a Glute Max in a road traffic accident, Alan holds the 48-hour Everesting world record, climbing more than 31,000m and covering over 600km in just two days. Together, they explore what happens when physical limits meet mental resilience. From broken bones, life-changing injuries and Lyme disease to sleep deprivation, ultra-distance racing and world record attempts, this conversation goes beyond cycling to examine how people overcome adversity, rebuild confidence and discover what they are truly capable of. Topics include: • The psychology of endurance • Recovering from serious injury and setbacks • World records and pushing human limits • Sleep deprivation and ultra-distance cycling • Training smarter, not harder • The role of strength training • Managing fear, discomfort and uncertainty • Why modern cycling may be becoming too aspirational • What truly matters when looking back on a life well lived Photos courtesy of James Busby (https://www.jamesbusbyimages.com/) Music by Surgeons Girl (https://www.instagram.com/sinead_surgeonsgirl/) Videos by Fergus Coyle (https://www.ferguscoyle.com/) Follow Sarah's One Way North attempt: https://kostume.cc/sarah-ruggins Follow Sarah Ruggins: Instagram: @sarah_ruggins Follow Alan Colville: Instagram: @alancolville Don't forget to subscribe to this channel and to also receive Kostüme updates: https://kostume.cc/subscribe/ www.kostume.cc

    World Record Ultra Cyclists Sarah Ruggins & Alan Colville on Adversity and Resilience

About

CAN:DO is a far-reaching project exploring the rich and diverse world of cycling.CAN:DO brings together real, relatable stories about people and place, and the role cycling plays in the way we live our lives and experience the world around us.Aside from this podcast, CAN:DO also includes long-form articles, events, rider support and more. If you have an interesting story to share, please get in touch.www.kostume.cc