Is the glorification of the suffering in pro racing what makes it good? Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda and Robert Curtis. The Road Is Dead Podcast is based on what happens when people visit a bicycle business and get to talking. Topics can range widely from riding, road cycling enthusiasts, cyclocross racing, gravel racing, road racing, professional and amateur racing, grassroots cycling and events, industry discussions and trends. While based in the greater Chicagoland area regular guests are from all over. Main focus is on US domestic cycling. Guests range from Pro cyclists, industry veterans, race promoters and announcers, to just cool people that walked in. Passionate discussion you won't hear in the cycling media - we don't tow company lines and we're not afraid to discuss rumors, tell you when something is bad, or otherwise do something the others would avoid.
Memories lead us to race costs, California Breakaways and Wahoo coming out of its dark times. Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, and Robert Curtis. The Road Is Dead Podcast is based on what happens when people visit a bicycle business and get to talking. Topics can range widely from riding, road cycling enthusiasts, cyclocross racing, gravel racing, road racing, professional and amateur racing, grassroots cycling and events, industry discussions and trends. While based in the greater Chicagoland area regular guests are from all over. Main focus is on US domestic cycling. Guests range from Pro cyclists, industry veterans, race promoters and announcers, to just cool people that walked in. Passionate discussion you won't hear in the cycling media - we don't tow company lines and we're not afraid to discuss rumors, tell you when something is bad, or otherwise do something the others would avoid.
Sepp Kuss performs some Gymnastics which leads to a deeper talk about seeking to maintain the karmic balance of ones own existence. Complete with 13 year old tale about a group ride with lasting ramifications Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, and Robert Curtis. The Road Is Dead Podcast is based on what happens when people visit a bicycle business and get to talking. Topics can range widely from riding, road cycling enthusiasts, cyclocross racing, gravel racing, road racing, professional and amateur racing, grassroots cycling and events, industry discussions and trends. While based in the greater Chicagoland area regular guests are from all over. Main focus is on US domestic cycling. Guests range from Pro cyclists, industry veterans, race promoters and announcers, to just cool people that walked in. Passionate discussion you won't hear in the cycling media - we don't tow company lines and we're not afraid to discuss rumors, tell you when something is bad, or otherwise do something the others would avoid.
L3gion cries afoul after leaving the door open. Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, and Robert Curtis. The Road Is Dead Podcast is based on what happens when people visit a bicycle business and get to talking. Topics can range widely from riding, road cycling enthusiasts, cyclocross racing, gravel racing, road racing, professional and amateur racing, grassroots cycling and events, industry discussions and trends. While based in the greater Chicagoland area regular guests are from all over. Main focus is on US domestic cycling. Guests range from Pro cyclists, industry veterans, race promoters and announcers, to just cool people that walked in. Passionate discussion you won't hear in the cycling media - we don't tow company lines and we're not afraid to discuss rumors, tell you when something is bad, or otherwise do something the others would avoid.
From Track to Genealogy to maintenance. Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, and Robert Curtis. The Road Is Dead Podcast is based on what happens when people visit a bicycle business and get to talking. Topics can range widely from riding, road cycling enthusiasts, cyclocross racing, gravel racing, road racing, professional and amateur racing, grassroots cycling and events, industry discussions and trends. While based in the greater Chicagoland area regular guests are from all over. Main focus is on US domestic cycling. Guests range from Pro cyclists, industry veterans, race promoters and announcers, to just cool people that walked in. Passionate discussion you won't hear in the cycling media - we don't tow company lines and we're not afraid to discuss rumors, tell you when something is bad, or otherwise do something the others would avoid.
Tim goes over his insights from Barry Roubaix and Gravel in general as we all come to the realization that time is finite for people and that being in the moment while riding is the key to enjoyment Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, and Robert Curtis. The Road Is Dead Podcast is based on what happens when people visit a bicycle business and get to talking. Topics can range widely from riding, road cycling enthusiasts, cyclocross racing, gravel racing, road racing, professional and amateur racing, grassroots cycling and events, industry discussions and trends. While based in the greater Chicagoland area regular guests are from all over. Main focus is on US domestic cycling. Guests range from Pro cyclists, industry veterans, race promoters and announcers, to just cool people that walked in. Passionate discussion you won't hear in the cycling media - we don't tow company lines and we're not afraid to discuss rumors, tell you when something is bad, or otherwise do something the others would avoid.
After a week off due to tech issues We are back and having fun. Cast: Mike Friedman, Leah Sanda, Bill Barnes, and Robert Curtis
Misc discussions with some Pre-Flanders Musings and Inflation systems Cast: Mike Friedman, Leah Sanda, Tim Strelecki, and Robert Curtis
We discuss the new SRAM group, how gearing may make a difference, Milan-San REMO, and Scicon dropping Astana. Cast: Mike Friedman, Chad Hartley, Tim Strelecki, and Robert Curtis.
The Road Is Dead Podcast is based on what happens when people visit a bicycle business and get to talking. Topics can range widely from riding, road cycling enthusiasts, cyclocross racing, gravel racing, road racing, professional and amateur racing, grassroots cycling and events, industry discussions and trends. While based in the greater Chicagoland area regular guests are from all over. Main focus is on US domestic cycling. Guests range from Pro cyclists, industry veterans, race promoters and announcers, to just cool people that walked in. Passionate discussion you won't hear in the cycling media - we don't tow company lines and we're not afraid to discuss rumors, tell you when something is bad, or otherwise do something the others would avoid.
The crew dives in to the disqualification Kristen Faulkner from her third place finish at Strada Bianche for wearing a continuous glucose monitoring device and the implications for limiting more electronic data infusion into the sport. Do domestic teams really need radios for criteriums? Also testing a new segment - favorite pro rider of the week. Cast: Mike Friedman, Leah Sanda, Tim Strelecki, and Robert Curtis.
A large cast this week, talks about all sorts of things from Iliac artery issues to dealing with the discomfort that comes from demanding performance from your body. Cast: Chad Hartley, Debbie Dust, Leah Sandah, Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Robert Curtis.
We talk about SRAM's new Force AXS launch, the temporary halting of NRS, and classified hubs tested in the pro racing. Cast: Barron Gira, Leah Sandah, Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki.
Frank Cundiff from Project Echelon Racing joins us to discuss RGT, NCL, and pro bike racing in America. Cast: Frank Cundiff, Tim Strelecki, Mike Friedman, Robert Curtis
We dive in to topics like NBC getting the ASO contract for their races for the next 6 years as well as the esports world championships this weekend. Cast: Mike Friedman, Time Strelecki, Leah Sanda, and Robert Curtis
From cyclocross world championships, Sven tweets, Wahoo steering, and CABDA feedback. Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, Robert Curtis.
From talking about an article that came out about helmet use, Junior license fee increase, Lifetime's reality series on YouTube with some brief doper action. All in a good day's bike shop visit. Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, Robert Curtis.
Discussing the talent ID systems and revisions in the US. We kick some ideas around ourselves and then talk about Classified hubs again. All of this after talking about burning hair off legs. Cast: Kenny Labbe, Tim Strelacki, Leah Sanda, Mike Friedman, and Robert Curtis
Due to some tehnicall glitches we lost an episode so we squeezed 2 into 1. From layoffs in the industry to discussing tech, giving SRAM some props, to how to pronounce Qatar. Cats: Michael Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, Robert Curtis
With a smaller cast and while trying to do the video side as well we discuss Unbound rule changes, NCL updates, SRAM getting a ride on Jumbo and other component stuff.
Cast: Tim Strelecki, Mike Friedman, Robert Curtis
Large cast on this episode discusses primarily the idea of the National Cycling League and some ideas for personal improvement in the new year. CAST: Michael Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, Robert Curtis, Anthony Mikos, and Bill Barnes.
Discussions of what Brand Ambassadors are and why they have destroyed event and racer sponsorships. Specialized halting its program for Adventure Ambassadors and Ugly Sweaters. Cast: Mike Friedman, Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, and Robert Curtis
Misc ramblings from Wahoo layoffs to eBikes, Service Centers, to a reminder that Tubular is still the best for Cross. Cast: Mike Friedman, Leah Sanda, Tim Strelecki, Robert Curtis
Not our normal podcast but a good listen. Listener warning in the start. Cast: Mike Friedman, Timothy Strelecki, Leah Sanda, and Robert Curtis
Specialized Diverge helps make the ROUGH IMPACT of SRAM supporting sailboat racing while PULLING OUT of actual bike race support a little softer...or more LIMP maybe. CAST: Tim Strelecki, Mike Friedman, Leah Sanda, Robert Curtis
Cyclocross discussions including the recent Trek CX Cup and Wold Cup action with Tim Strelecki, Leah Sanda, and Robert Curtis