Thanks to listener, Rich, for suggesting this show, which frankly should have happened a lot sooner than this. Tim Ramsden, of Black Cat Cycle Coaching, www.blackcatcyclecoaching.com, joins us to outline the basics of getting started. If you have a topic that you would like covered, contact me at ttpodcast@yahoo.com or on Twitter @markflorence11. Feel free to support the show by leaving a review on iTunes, the web address is: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cycling-time-trial-podcast/id829284232?mt=2. In two weeks, Coach David Ertl joins us as we discuss, "Should you hire a coach". Thanks for listening!
Tim Mulrooney was a very popular guest when we talked of aerodynamic wheels and he is joining us again to talk about being a World Champion, HED product updates and some very interesting (yes it is very bike nerdy) talk about frame geometry. Why do bikes that are set up the same feel so different? Tim may have an idea....
In part two, Mark Cote goes through all of the wind tunnel testing to date, and the single most thing you can buy to make you more aerodynamic is much, much cheaper than you think.
Specialized aerodynamic guru Mark Cote is one of those individuals on the cutting edge of all things related to bicycle aerodynamics. Mark and fellow aero-geek, Chris Yu, have teamed up to develop a series of YouTube videos which confirms and debunks aerodynamic myths and generally provide some very useful information. Mark was kind enough to sit down for an hour and talk about the new Specialized windtunnel and specific research that will lessen the task of fighting the wind. In part one of the interview, Mark goes over his background and the general story behind the Specialized tunnel. Part two of this interview will air in two weeks and most of the “go faster” stuff will be in that segment. If you have something you would like tested just search for Mark Cote or Chris Yu on twitter and use the hashtag #aeroiseverything.
Michael Hutchinson witnessed the Jens Voigt hour record and he shares his insights. We also review the men's 2014 World Team Time Trial Championship and preview the Individual Men's event.
Sarah Connolly may just be the foremost authority on all things related to Women’s Professional Cycling. Her excellent website, prowomenscycling.com, is self-described as the “Unofficial Unsanctioned Women's UCI Cycling Blog” and is subtitled “A sweary blog about professional women's cycling.” Her knowledge of women’s cycling is only outdone by her enthusiasm for the sport. Sarah reviews the Women's Team Trial event at the 2014 UCI World Championships and she reviews the individual event. She also updates us on the general state of the sport.
Michael Hutchinson is quite possibly the world's foremost authority on cycling's hour record. His own attempt was chronicled in his excellent book "The Hour". Michael will be at the track in Grenchen, Switzerland to preview the first attempt at the new format record by Trek Factory Racing's Jens Voigt, and he was kind enough to give us this audio preview. Michael is a must follow on twitter @doctor_hutch, and this will be especially true for this long awaited return to prominance for the hour record.
Tim Ramsden is an Association of British Cycling L3 Cycling coach and owner of blackcatcyclecoaching.com. He describes himself as a cyclist who loves riding and racing and he’s been doing both for 30 years now. In addition to his coaching, he has a First Class honours degree in Physical Education. The article referenced in today's show can be found at http://tribesports.com/guides/optimal-pedalling-cadence.
Coach Rob Kelley is back (rokcoaching.com) and this time he shares his enthusiasm for the sport of Cyclocross. Cross can be a great compliment to any cyclists year, as it is equal part tough and fun. Okay, so it is more fun in the long run. Cross adds much needed weight bearing activity after a summer of sweating out that calcium on the TT bike, so it is worth considering as the TT season winds down and the Cross season heats up. For 10% off a Cyclocross training plan, go to Rob's website, ROKCoaching.com, and enter the coupon code ttpodcast.
In part two, we learn of how relationships began with show contributors Cillian Kelley, Sarah Connolly and Suze. We also touch on how doping scandals have affected the show, and how they decided the best way to cover races. Discover more at http://velocast.cc/
Scott O'Raw and John Galloway are the purveyors of the Velocast (http://velocast.cc/), which, in my opinion, is the best cycling podcast available. They combine knowledge, humor and a great production value to their loyal listeners. They discuss the roots of the show and in this episode, how they got Eddy Merckx to do their familiar welcome. Part one of two.
Training Bible (Joe Friel) coach Rob Kelley gives us a great summer workout to develop the VO2 Max system. Here is the blog page that gives detail of the workout. http://www.rokcoaching.com/develop-vo2max/
Gordy Paulson is the owner of speedmadison.com. He is a World Champion cyclist and sought after coach. In this episode, Gordy talks about how to recognize the symptoms of overtraining, and how to correct the effects if it happens to you.
Earlier this week the Team Specialized-lululemon cycling team announced Project X, an attempt to crowd fund a women's professional cycling team. Owner and General Manager Kristy Scrymgeour talks about the campain and to discuss the state of women's cycling. Contribute at https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/project-x--13
Gordy Paulson is the owner of speedmadison.com. He is a World Champion cyclist and sought after coach. In this episode, Gordy talks about how to recognize the symptoms of overtraining, and how to correct the effects if it happens to you.
Johnny Thompson joins us to talk about his experience riding the Tour de France course (Tour de Force) and Coach Matt McNamara of the Sterling Sports Group (http://www.sterlingwins.com) provides three interval workouts to break up your summer routine.
Ian Stanford put together a remarkable streak of seven straight state of Minnesota state time trial championships. He credits much of his success to focusing on the mental aspects of training and racing. Ian works with the Team Specialized - lululemon | Velocio Sports team. Part two.
In this special edition of the show. Citizen Racer Johnny Thompson tackles the Tour de France course by riding the Tour de Force. The Tour de Force is a chance for "regular" people to ride the Tour de France course one week before the race. Johnny Thompson is the only American rider this year and he talks of the race itself and his challenges with preparation.
Ian Stanford put together a remarkable streak of seven straight state of Minnesota state time trial championships. He credits much of his success to focusing on the mental aspects of training and racing. Ian works with the Team Specialized - lululemon | Velocio Sports team. Part one of two.
Matt McNamara is back to finish discussion on the nuances of tapering correctly for a goal event.
Matt McNamara is an Elite coach with a BA in Exercise Physiology with over 20 years competitive racing, team management and coaching experience. Matt is a member of the Sterling Sports Group in Sunnyvale, CA. Matt joins us to talk about how to properly taper for your best time trial.
Colin O'Brien is a recognized expert in bike fit, and he is especially well know for his expertise in proper cleat fit. Colin also provides practical advise on how to choose a cycling specific shoe.
Michael Hutchinson, most recently the author of Faster, the Obsession, Science and Luck behind the World’s Fastest Cyclist is back to talk about the time trials in the upcoming Giro d'Italia, Tour de France and also to bring us up to date on the latest surrounding Fabian Cancellara's interest in attempting cycling's hour record.
Michael Hutchinson may just be the foremost expert on cycling time trials and it’s hour record. He is an extremely accomplished cyclist, having won over 50 National UK titles at distances from 10 miles to 12 hours. It is hard to single out any of those accomplishments, but arguably the most impressive is his 13 straight 50 mile titles. He has also raced the Commonwealth Games time trial three times, with two 4th place finishes in 2006 and 2010. He has attempted Cycling’s Hour Record twice, and one of those attempts resulted in one of the three books he has authored, The Hour. He has also written Missing The Boat which talks about chasing a childhood sailing dream, and his new book Faster, promises to tell all of the Obsession, Science and Luck behind the World’s Fastest Cyclists. That book is what we are here to talk about in this podcast.
Masters Time Trial Champion Sandy Scott shares what he learned from a trip to the Speed Tunnel, cycling's mobile wind tunnel.