The Rouleur Podcast

An auction lot of six dusty cycling-themed bottles of wine from the 80s provides the inspiration behind Velo Vino, a new podcast mini-series that explores some tales from the pro peloton's history through rosé-tinted spectacles.Cycling journalists Felix Lowe and Graham Willgoss invite you to take a seat at the table with professional wine buff Chris Maybin as they uncork these aged bottles and sift through the stories and sentiments behind the sediment.For the third instalment of this mini-series, our three sommeliers of the saddle sip on two 1986 bottles from the family vineyard of one of the most successful cyclists of all time: Francesco Moser. Will the 40-year-old chardonnay deliver the pungent punch it promises? Will the Teroldego table wine be, well... terrible?Either will do well to live up to Moser’s palmarès: world champion in 1977, Giro d'Italia winner in 1984, the same year he broke Eddy Merckx's Hour Record in Mexico, three-time Paris-Roubaix winner, two Il Lombardia wins, one Milano-Sanremo – the list goes on for the man known to the Italian tifosi as ‘Lo Sceriffo’.Felix also speaks to Moser’s son, Carlo, about the family business, and the trio taste some more recent vintages from the estate – including one of the signature Trentodoc sparkling wines, named after the kilometres covered by Moser in his Hour Record attempt: 51.151km.All four episodes of Velo Vino are brought to you in association with Rouleur magazine and Nyetimber, the English sparkling wine producer and proud backer of British Cycling. Slip into the sipstream of Felix, Graham and Chris as they raise a glass to some Grand Tour tannins of yesteryear.Produced by Matthew Vines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canyon//SRAM-zondacrypto rider Antonia Niedermaier didn’t have the usual entry into cycling. In this episode, she talks about an accidental discovery of her talent on two wheels after growing up skiing in the mountains, plus how she went on to win a stage of the Giro d’Italia Donne and two rainbow jerseys as an under-23 rider. This podcast is sponsored by Hammerhead, a technology company with a mission to inspire and empower all people to unlock their athletic potential through cycling. Visit hammerhead.io to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An auction lot of six dusty cycling-themed bottles of wine from the 80s provides the inspiration behind Velo Vino, a new podcast mini-series that explores some tales from the pro peloton's history through rosé-tinted spectacles.Cycling journalists Felix Lowe and Graham Willgoss invite you to take a seat at the table with professional wine buff Chris Maybin as they uncork these aged bottles and sift through the stories and sentiments behind the sediment.In our second episode, our intrepid trio sample a 42-year-old wine that even its producer fears will “taste like vinegar” now. That producer is none other than the last French winner of the Vuelta a España, Éric Caritoux, whose unlikely triumph in 1984 is discussed alongside a Côtes de Ventoux made from the grapes grown on his farm in Provence the previous summer.Caritoux’s against-all-odds overall victory over Spanish favourite Alberto Fernández remains the slenderest winning margin in Grand Tour history at just six seconds – but has the Frenchman’s wine stood the test of time?As a hedge, special guest Pascal Gabriel provides Velo Vino with a recent bottle of Cuvée Caritoux while discussing the concept behind his latest album, 1:46.43 – The Ventoux Trilogy, created as his alter ego Stubbleman using the biometric data from an ascent of the legendary climb.  All four episodes of Velo Vino are brought to you in association with Rouleur magazine and Nyetimber, the English sparkling wine producer and proud backer of British Cycling. Slip into the sipstream of Felix, Graham and Chris as they raise a glass to some Grand Tour tannins of yesteryear.Produced by Matthew Vines.Closing song – An Everlasting Universe of Things – by Stubbleman and taken with permission from the album 1:46.43 – The Ventoux Trilogy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An auction lot of six dusty cycling-themed bottles of wine from the 80s provides the inspiration behind Velo Vino, a podcast mini-series that explores some tales from the pro peloton's history through rosé-tinted spectacles.Cycling journalists Felix Lowe and Graham Willgoss invite you to join their trip down memory lane with professional wine buff Chris Maybin as they uncork these aged bottles and sift through the stories and sentiments behind the sediment.In episode 1, the journey from barrel to bidon begins with our intrepid tasters cracking open two bottles of Côtes de Ventoux, produced in 1988 to commemorate the life and career of the legendary French climber René Vietto. The trio discuss the achievements of a quasi-tragic figure who twice came so close to winning the Tour, while Chris explains the potential perils of reacquainting pedal-powered plonk with oxygen after the best part of four decades in a bottle. Special guest Max Leonard (author of Lanterne Rouge and Higher Calling) also addresses the infamous myth that remains synonymous with Vietto’s career – the claim that he ordered a doctor to remove a part of his body during the 1947 Tour de France.All four episodes of Velo Vino are brought to you in association with Rouleur magazine and Nyetimber, the English sparkling wine producer and proud backer of British Cycling. Slip into the sipstream of Felix, Graham and Chris as they raise a glass to some Grand Tour tannins of yesteryear.Produced by Matthew Vines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell are back for one special episode to take you inside the world's best bike show: Rouleur Live!From interviewing superstars like Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, Greg LeMond and Simon Yates, to getting up close with some of the biggest brands in cycling and even sneaking inside the VIP room, this is a look behind the curtain at the Truman Brewery.Rouleur Live is our magazine brought to life, you can support us by subscribing here: rouleur.cc/subscribeFollow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreportsFollow Rouleur on Instagram: @rouleurmagazine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pauline Ferrand-Prévot won French hearts when she took the yellow jersey on the first time of asking at the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell were there to witness a historic moment in French cycling, soaking up the atmosphere atop the Col du Madeleine and in the finishing town of Châtel at the end of stage nine. But what comes next for generational talent Ferrand-Prévot? Will she try to win yellow again next year? What other races are on her bucket list? Or is a return to the mountain bike scene on the cards? Rachel and Chris speak to those who know her best to find out...This episode includes interviews with Marianne Vos, Jos van Emden, Eva van Agt and more.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell are at the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift – and what a race it has been so far. We've seen crashes, drama and some very harsh words between the sports directors of two leading teams. This episode unpacks all the controversy and gets an insight from the peloton about if there needs to be more respect, or if danger is just the reality of bike racing. Rachel also spends a day with the sports directors of Canyon//SRAM and finds out about the work that goes into trying to defend a Tour title – spoiler alert, it's not easy!This episode includes interviews with Kasia Niewiadoma, Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig, Kim Le Court and more.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tour de France reached its conclusion with a wet and wild showdown in Paris – but it doesn't end with stage 21. Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell take you inside stage 22 when the racing is done, the drinks are flowing and the pizzas are being eaten. Spoiler alert, fourth place finisher Oscar Onley doesn't actually like Irn-Bru, Biniam Girmay is about to sleep for two days straight and there were some very special guests in the Tour's nightclub...This episode includes interviews with Luke Plapp, Rolf Aldag, Caleb Ewan and more.Rouleur: Live at the Tour is supported by Van Rysel.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After looking utterly unflappable for the past three weeks, Tadej Pogačar is just days away from winning his fourth Tour de France title. But who really is this generational talent that has taken the cycling world by storm? Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell take you inside the life of Tadej, told by the people who know him best.Chris also gets a ride in the Basic Fit caravan float up Mont Ventoux and has the whole of France's Provence region doing press-ups.This episode includes interviews with Mauro Gianetti, Luka Mezgec, Pavel Sivakov, Alex Carera and more.Rouleur: Live at the Tour is supported by Van Rysel.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At long last, the Tour de France has reached the mountains! Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell take you inside three Pyrenean stages – Rachel finds out what life is like in the Shimano Neutral Service car, Chris speaks to riders about why beers and sausages are no longer on the menu and they both have a wild ride in a cable car.This episode includes interviews with Jordi Meeus, Pavel Bittner and Harry Sweeny, Servais Knaven and more.Rouleur: Live at the Tour is supported by Van Rysel.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wondered how to make through one of toughest the sporting events in the world? Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell take you inside the Tour de France to get top tips from the peloton about how they tackle three gruelling weeks of bike racing. From cheeseburgers to kebabs to extension cables and Netflix, these are secret hacks to surviving the Tour.This episode includes interviews with Jake Stewart, Luke Durbridge, Michael Valgren and more.Rouleur: Live at the Tour is supported by Van Rysel.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tour de France is underway and it is crazier than ever. Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell take you inside the opening week filled with crashes, chaos and transfer rumours. They also give some tips on how to get as many freebies as you can from the Tour village and Rachel admits to making one of the worst mistakes you can as a journalist...This episode includes interviews with Sam Watson, Mike Woods, Rolf Aldag, Jurgen Fore and more.Rouleur: Live at the Tour is supported by Van Rysel.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell are back for the Tour de France! This episode features an interview with the Head Coach of Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team, Stephen Barrett. He tells us about the changing approach to altitude training, explains why riders are wearing winter kit when it is 35 degrees outside and spills the beans on why he's relieved Netflix aren't back to film another season of Tour de France: Unchained.This podcast is supported by Van Rysel.To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rouleur editor Edward Pickering and staff writer Rachel Jary take you through what is inside Issue 136 – our Tour de France issue. Featuring interviews with: Mathieu van der Poel, Tim Merlier, Pavel Sivakov, Geraint Thomas and much more. To get a 15 per cent discount off the price of a normal Rouleur subscription, go to www.rouleur.cc/subscribe and enter the code podcast15.Follow Edward on Bluesky: @edwardpickeringFollow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljary Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the gravel roads of Finland where he grew up, to the sun-soaked climbs of Southern France and rolling hills of Adelaide, Australia, this episode of From Where I Ride features Formula 1 driver and keen cyclist Valtteri Bottas.This podcast is supported by Hammerhead. Right now, our listeners can get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with the purchase of a Hammerhead Karoo. Visit hammerhead.io right now, add all items to your cart, and use promo code ROULEUR HRM at checkout to get yours today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell take you inside a weekend in which against the odds Simon Yates completed the most remarkable of redemption stories, winning the maglia rosa on the Colle delle Finestre, the same mountain where he so heartbreakingly lost pink seven years ago. Rachel also spoke to some of the most exhausted riders in Rome, found out after-party plans and had a chinwag with some Mexican Isaac del Toro fans.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreportsSupport Rouleur by subscribing: rouleur.cc/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Jary goes inside the Lidl-Trek team car on a chaotic breakaway day – she discovered Mads Pedersen's favourite fuel, tried to understand the politics of the peloton and there were moments where she feared she may never make it to the stage finish in Bormio. She also got an insight on the best gastronomy the Trentino region has to offer from some local riders, found out what makes Richard Carapaz a fan favourite and spoke to Sam Bennett about why the sprinters are absolutely dreading the final mountain stages coming up. Spoiler alert: it isn't much fun in the gruppetto.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreportsSupport Rouleur by subscribing: rouleur.cc/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rouleur’s Chris Marshall-Bell explores the roads, culture and politics of the first-ever Grande Partenza taking place across the Adriatic Sea in Albania. Chris spent a few days riding through the beautiful rolling roads used in stage one, chatting to locals about all things from bike racing to the cult following of a British comedian, all to find out why 2025 was one of the most unique starts in the Giro d’Italia’s history. From the vibrant liveliness of the capital of Tirana to the peaceful winding mountain roads, from the country’s communist past, its multi-faith present, to the hopes of it being the next cycling holiday destination, Chris delves into the stories behind this fascinating Balkan country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live from the 2025 edition of TRAKA, Rouleur writer Rachel Jary speaks to Canyon racers Rosa Klöser and Josie Millard about their journeys in the sport so far. Klöser comes from an academic background and shot to stardom after winning Unbound Gravel last year – she now rides on the road with Canyon//SRAM alongside racing gravel as a privateer. Josie is an ex-professional skateboarder who has switched to bike racing in the past season and she's already taking the gravel world by storm. They discuss how to get more female cyclists in to gravel racing, equality in the sport and why it's important to empower people to give events like the Traka a go.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Josie on Instagram: @josieloriFollow Rosa on Instagram: @rosaklsrSubscribe to Rouleur: rouleur.cc/subscribeWith thanks to Canyon for facilitating this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final instalment of Live at the Classics, Rouleur’s Rachel Jary and Chris Marshall-Bell bring you all of the stories from inside the fabled Roubaix velodrome. They heard about mechanicals, wrong turns, saw more bloodied knees and blistered palms than they’d care to remember and Chris even got to ring the famous Roubaix lap bell. This was the view from cycling’s greatest stadium over the Hell of the North weekend.Follow Rachel on Instagram: @racheljaryFollow Chris on Instagram: @cmbreportsSubscribe to Rouleur: rouleur.cc/subscribeWith thanks to the Centrum Ronde van Vlaanderen for helping us out with this podcast, find out more about them here: www.crvv.be/en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.