The Amateur Hour

+60km/h, downhill, crash in the peleton, helicopter transport. A series of words no cyclist wants to be a part of. This was the scenario Will Celis found himself in twelve months ago. A huge crash at the PDCC North Dandalup handicap on the downhill run to the finish line, left Will unconcious and in intensive care in Royal Perth Hospital. What happens next needs to be heard to be believed, we were fortunate enough to look into his eyes as he told it and it definitely left a mark on us. Will is a remarkable man and a great mentor to many people he meets. His story of recovery, self reflection and reprioritisation of what's important in life has something for everyone. Take a quiet moment for this one. The Amateur Hour podcast is proudly supported by, and supports, Lakes Bikes Cockburn and Professional Whey.  Visit www.lakesbikes.com.au or say hello in-store at Perth's most impressive showroom, located on Beeliar Drive, Cockburn. A beautiful range of bikes and accessories awaits, as does a friendly and professional staff.  Visit www.professionalwhey.com.au for all your sports supplement needs. The purest and most complete range of protein powders, organic wholefood supplements and superfoods, as well as a proven range of sports supplements, can all be found at Professional Whey. Athletic performance and recovery needs to be fueled, especially as we as athletes age and continue to demand more from our bodies. Use the code "professionalwhey" at checkout to receive free shipping to an Australian address on your first order over $100. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

We bring you two of the hottest talents coming out of WA (short for Where it's At)! With enough jerseys between them to start a clothing label, these Gen cXr's are shaping the landscape locally, leaving a cleat print on all 3 disciplines; cX, Road and MTB. Just like their generation, Tristan and Zoe are worthy of attention, especially now as they are entering adulthood ie... elite competition! Their formative years were shaped by fun loving, active families, who provided opportunities for them on two wheels, and it's this freedom approach that's keeping Tristan and Zoe grounded as the stakes climb higher. With some big events still to come in 2022 for these young stars, listeners will no doubt become invested in their futures as both reveal their determined, light hearted and lively personalities. The Amateur Hour podcast is proudly supported by, and supports, Lakes Bikes Cockburn and Professional Whey.  Visit www.lakesbikes.com.au or say hello in-store at Perth's most impressive showroom, located on Beeliar Drive, Cockburn. A beautiful range of bikes and accessories awaits, as does a friendly and professional staff.  Visit www.professionalwhey.com.au for all your sports supplement needs. The purest and most complete range of protein powders, organic wholefood supplements and superfoods, as well as a proven range of sports supplements, can all be found at Professional Whey. Athletic performance and recovery needs to be fueled, especially as we as athletes age and continue to demand more from our bodies. Use the code "professionalwhey" at checkout to receive free shipping to an Australian address on your first order over $100. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

The 4Five+ Athlete Collective Incorporated is a West Australian-based not-for-profit association that focuses on education & research, positive role-modelling and support networks to inspire and support female athletes aged 45+ to maintain an active and competitive life, providing benefits for physical and mental health. 4Five+ want to positively challenge what you can do and what you THINK you can do, aiming to close the gap that exists in current science and the expectations of society around our demographic. Alastair and Craig sit down at Lyric's Lane, Maylands, with Deb Kempe, one of the founding members of the initiative, and talk through the genesis of 4Five+ and their aspirations for the future. THIS LINE OF THOUGHT IS A GAME CHANGER!!! Sit back and have a serious listen, this is the type of thing that changes the trajectory of your life for the coming years and improves your quality of life measures for years to come. Check out the 4Five+ Athlete Collective on Instagram and Facebook, then head over to their website at www.4fiveplus.org to find out more. Explore linked articles, apps, podcasts and websites all dedicated to improving your knowledge, health and fitness. The Amateur Hour podcast is proudly supported by, and supports, Lakes Bikes Cockburn and Professional Whey.  Visit www.lakesbikes.com.au or say hello in-store at Perth's most impressive showroom, located on Beeliar Drive, Cockburn. A beautiful range of bikes and accessories awaits, as does a friendly and professional staff.  Visit www.professionalwhey.com.au for all your sports supplement needs. The purest and most complete range of protein powders, organic wholefood supplements and superfoods, as well as a proven range of sports supplements, can all be found at Professional Whey. Athletic performance and recovery needs to be fueled, especially as we as athletes age and continue to demand more from our bodies. Use the code "professionalwhey" at checkout to receive free shipping to an Australian address on your first order over $100. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Want to know what’s happening north of Perth? Meet the Queen of the North! Alastair is treated to a chat with MTB Madam and Geraldton Cycling Academy OG, Marissa Drummond. Winner of the 2019 Mid West Sportsperson of the Year, Marissa shares her love of cycling and coaching, and what is achieved when a community unites together to overcome obstacles and provide pathways to our beloved sport. Listeners will not only be inspired by Marissa’s determination on the MTB, but also her enthusiasm for passing on life skills to the next generation in cycling. Just like it takes a village to raise a child, so does it take a community to raise a sport! To get your gravel fix this August signup to BackRoads 2022 and take in the stunning scenery of the Mid West https://backroadsgravel.com.au/ And for planning your next trip north with the trail bikes in tow, visit Chapman Valley for some off road adventure https://trailswa.com.au/trails/trail/chapman-river-geraldton --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Meet Aussie Superbike racer Bryan Staring.....we did and boy were we stoked! From MotoGP, Supersport and Superbike racing, to MTB, road and gravel, Bryan takes anything with two wheels and rides the s##t out of it. He's a racers’ racer, and a friendly, humble guy with a tonne of passion. We look into his racing evolution and discover how riding and racing his bicycle launched his Moto career to new heights. One of the big guns of the Perth cycling scene, Bryan shares some of his favourite moments racing and his hopes for the future of the fast Perth bunchies. Follow Bryan on Instagram at bryan_staring_67 and watch some of those glorious Ducati videos, then pencil in the Joondalup Arena ride for your next fast Saturday bunchy. If you’re quick, you might see him there! Massive thanks to our sponsors Professional Whey and Lakes Bikes. Visit www.professionalwhey.com.au for all your protein and sports supplements needs. The purest products available at a great price! The online shopping portal at Lakes Bikes is found at www.lakesbikes.com.au head over for online shopping and delivery options, or visit the showroom store on Beeliar dve Cockburn outside of Gateway shopping centre. --- Interact with some amateurs…Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/alastair-evans/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Fire up the DeLorean and journey back to the 1980s and 90s. You're going to need a helmet and some quick spinning legs as we try keep up with Scotty Taylor and his recap of 20+ years racing BMX. From his early days digging out tracks on abandoned lots in hammy hill to designing and constructing courses for national and international races, Scott talks in detail about how he got into racing BMX at the local, national and finally international level. Set aside some time for this one and let Scott take you back to your childhood, or perhaps educate you on what was the original rad scene of bike racing. Enjoy Massive thanks to our sponsors Professional Whey and Lakes Bikes. Visit www.professionalwhey.com.au for all your protein and sports supplements needs. The purest products available at a great price! The online shopping portal at Lakes Bikes is found at www.lakesbikes.com.au head over for online shopping and delivery options, or visit the showroom store on Beeliar dve Cockburn outside of Gateway shopping centre. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

On the SeVenth day at SeVen AM, the Great Gravel Lords invented SeVen. Prophets Craig Swaine and Alastair Evans seek divine intervention as they walk the winding road that leads to Nannup and the Trek UCI event that is SeVen. Four weeks out from race day, Craig, Alastair and Lakes Shop Owner Tony Baker, take listeners through their training journey as they prepare for the 125km and 3200m mammoth ride. Diaries post event are shared as we hear the lessons learned and achievements earned. If you haven’t attempted this special event yet, you can seek forgiveness by tuning in and dialling yourself in for next year’s edition. If you’re fresh off the epic day, seek solitude in the knowledge you were not alone in your suffering. Cheers and massive thanks to our episode sponsors Lakes Bikes in Cockburn https://www.lakesbikes.com.au/ and Professional Whey https://www.professionalwhey.com.au/ Checkout the back catalogue for more life changing episodes and we’d love if you could leave a rating or review on your listening platform. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

While the legs are still sore from the beast that was SeVen, we chat with The Press Room podcast and MC from the TREK UCI World Gravel Event for 2022….Jethro Nagle. Jet briefly recaps his highlights of the day and some of the special stories to come out of it. He also gives an insight into what it’s like working with the AWESOME RideWA team for such an event. With a full length episode for SeVen in the works, here’s a chance to whet the appetite and relive some of the incredible gravel action from the weekend! Cheers and massive thanks to our episode sponsors Lakes Bikes in Cockburn https://www.lakesbikes.com.au/ and Professional Whey https://www.professionalwhey.com.au/ Checkout the back catalogue for more life changing episodes and we’d love if you could leave a rating or review on your listening platform. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Alastair and Craig pull up a stool at the uber cool Lyric Lane Underground for a chat and a beer with President of the Roues Chaudes Cycling Club Daniel O'Donoghue. We hear about the genesis of the club and the racing scene in Perth, talk about the opportunities and struggles faced by clubs in the current era and just what is needed to put the sport of cycling onto a more sustainable path for the future. If you are a fan and active participant of the cycling racing scene, or the sport in general, you must listen and get involved to keep these clubs around. Some advocacy for cycling as a sport is needed desperately in Western Australia, and this episode builds on the themes covered in "Peeling back PDCC" and "Chris Tallentire MLA" and really shines a light on just how precarious the situation really is. A massive thanks to our Season Three sponsors Lakes Bikes Cockburn and Professional Whey. Visit them online at www.lakesbikes.com.au and www.professionalwhey.com.au Also a massive thanks to Lyric Lane in Maylands for the use of their amazing venue, get on down for some live music, cool atmosphere and amazing food. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Casual chat with local politician and mega cycling enthusiast and Francophile Chris Tallentire MLA. Chris talks about his passion for the bike and what it offers a community, his recent solo end to end of the Munda Biddi in January 2022 and what can be done for cycling advocacy and development as a sport. Chris has an infectious story telling style and when you mention the bike and cycling his whole face lights up (you'll likely hear this all throughout the chat).  Follow Chris Tallentire on Strava for all cycling related activities and https://www.christallentire.com/ for all things in the political and public sphere. Cheers and massive thanks to our episode sponsors Lakes Bikes in Cockburn https://www.lakesbikes.com.au/ and Professional Whey https://www.professionalwhey.com.au/ Checkout the back catalogue for more life changing episodes and we’d love if you could leave a rating or review on your listening platform. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Alastair sits down with OG duo Josh Vinci and Luke Bartlett from Swan Drafting Cycling Club. This is a great chat about the genesis of the club and how they've developed and maintained the culture of the club. We talk racing, bunchies, the joys of kit design and creating a splash in the Perth scene. The love of beer and bikes shines through in this one, as does a theme of using the bike as a conduit for self care physically and mentally. Beers were potentially consumed during this chat as we sat back and chewed the fat. Enjoy, follow swandrafting_cc on Instagram and check out the kit posts and recent ToMR team reveals..... hilarious!! Big shout outs from the SDCC boys to Dan from Stx, the crew at Pedal Mafia and Giant Osborne Park. They'd also like to share their appreciation to their post ride brew stop Cheeky Boy in Applecross and club sponsor Accord Plumbing. Remember, Wednesday club ride departs 5:45am from the motorcycle parkup on the city side of the Narrows, Monday easy spin 6am from Narrows. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

In this episode we sit down and talk through one of the simplest, yet most underutilized performance boosters out there......food. We seek to give an understanding of weight management and how to not only manipulate, but also utilise your diet to facilitate consistency and performance improvement. We step through what you should be consuming on the bike, as well as pre and post on a daily basis to keep your body ready to perform. We finish off with a comprehensive look at the sports supplements that have worked for us as aging athletes, and try to explain why they can work for you too. This episode is proudly brought to you by Professional Whey and Lakes Bikes Cockburn. Head over to www.professionalwhey.com.au for all your sports supplement needs, and www.lakesbikes.com.au for the complete range of cycling goods. As promised in the episode, here is the recipe for making your own drink mix. Recipe #2 - Sports Drink Mix - best bang for buck sports drink!!!!! In a 700mL water bottle combine: 2 level tablespoons of maltodextrin powder 4 level tablespoons of white sugar One pinch of salt (less than ¼ teaspoon) Squeeze of lemon or lime juice for taste (optional) 700mL water Nutritional information: Carbohydrate: 69g (or 9.9 grams per 100mL), 2:1 glucose:fructose ratio Sodium: Approx. 50mg per 100mL https://cyclingtips.com/2015/10/skip-the-gels-with-diy-sports-nutrition/ Links to blogs/articles . PROTEIN https://www.trainerroad.com/blog/a-guide-to-protein-for-cyclists-how-much-do-you-need-to-get-faster/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=weekly-newsletter-94&utm_content=top-tips-1 https://www.sportsdietitians.com.au/factsheets/supplements/protein-supplementation/ CREATINE https://www.trainerroad.com/blog/creatine-for-cyclists-will-it-make-you-faster/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-creatine/art-20347591 BCAA https://www.professionalwhey.com.au/ibcaa-411 BETA ALANINE https://www.trainerroad.com/blog/the-benefits-of-collagen-for-endurance-athletes/ COLLAGEN https://www.trainerroad.com/blog/the-benefits-of-collagen-for-endurance-athletes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

In this episode, we sit down for a few beers with the men behind the cyclocross scene in Perth, Western Australia. Steuart (van der) Carson and Ash Williams have a clear passion and love for cx racing. They tell us all about the birth of the genre in Perth, what it takes to maintain, grow and facilitate the racing scene, and share with listeners some crazy stories from abroad. If you're new to cx there are plenty of tips to get you started and a concise rundown of the challenges you might face out on course. It's a growing scene internationally as well as locally, and with good reason......it's bonkers and brutal racing! Put the headphones on and settle in for a chat with two local legends, then click on the links below and register for the first race of the season......We'll see you there!!! A massive thanks to Lyric Lane Maylands for the use of their venue, be sure to get down for a great feed, a few drinks, and enjoy some live music. Link to the homepage for Cyclocross inWestern Australia https://wacyclocross.org/  Link to the entry platform for the first race of the 2022 season, March 27th. https://entryboss.cc/races/10759 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

We don’t like to talk about it, but lately it’s impossible to ignore. Crashes have increased significantly, with carnage occurring on a consistent basis. The tail end of the winter road series saw some of this, as did the Tour of Margaret River, and recently the start of the summer criteriums has seen frequent crashes. Are we looking at a strength Vs skill issue, a respect and etiquette issue, or is this part of the sport and something we can’t influence? The Amateur Hour speaks with 3 highly respected members of the local racing scene, Stevie Hall, Adam Jones and fan favourite Ali Milne. Each offer their insight on the topic, helping us reflect on what has been a challenging period for all involved in the sport, while offering some learned wisdoms when it comes to bunch racing. As we come to the close of Season 2 for the podcast, we wish listeners a safe and happy festival period. The Amateur Hour will be back next year for another lap and we can’t wait to keep promoting this awesome sport on two wheels. Cheers, Alastair and Craig 🙌🎉🎄🍻🚴🏼‍♂️🚴‍♀️🎙 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Ultra Cycling! If it hasn’t been on your radar before now, it will be after this listen. The Amateur Hour talks with ultra endurance rider Sacha Dowell. Women’s record holder of the Munda Biddi Ultra, Sacha opens up on her passions for pushing the limits in what is an increasingly popular sport. Try to imagine riding over 1,000km with 1,3000m elevation, off road and unsupported and wait for it, with less than 1.5 hours sleep. Sacha takes us on her journey from weekend bike packing trips to 700km plus rides with no sleep, all while keeping the process super simple. How does she do it? Press the play button to find out……and while tuning in, like and subscribe to keep your playlist primed and full of epic content https://www.facebook.com/theamateurhourpod/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Another rip-roaring edition of WAs biggest stage race has finished for the year! The Amateur Hour jumped at the opportunity to cover the weekends racing in A division, providing listeners with insight into the race tactics and reactions from 3 of the top teams; Zenith Presto, Pedal Mafia and Unicorn Racing. With 6 riders to a team, 4 stages made up of 2 team time trials and 2 road races, and time taken on different riders across those 4 stages, teams have to be super balanced and work to their strengths as the competition is hot and time runs out quickly to make up places. Huge thanks to Luke Johns, Stephen Hall and Guy Kalma for the access, they paint an awesome picture for listeners on how the weekend played out in the peloton. Check out the catalogue if your a first time listener and jump on Facey if you liked this or other episodes https://www.facebook.com/theamateurhourpod/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

The biggest race of the season. A pure classic. Hilly and hard. This year’s edition of the Peel Classic was all of the above. Throw into that mix a torrential downpour with hail, thunder and lightning and you have a day to remember. This Amateur Hour special episode goes inside the event looking through the lenses of organiser, volunteer and cyclist. Interviews, volunteer briefings and race updates from lead vehicles all intertwine to give you, the cycling fan, a taste of the big event, and the ingredients required for success on the day. The Amateur Hour thanks all those who jumped on the pod for this episode, it was loads of fun and it kept me out of trouble while I recover from a nasty crash. Looking forward to your feedback listeners…Cheers, Al --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Meet Toby Brown, team manager of Dome Coffee Cycling Team. 10 years ago Toby and a few mates started a shop team which has gradually grown into one of Perth’s most successful teams. Initially sponsoring with his Dome Cafe, Toby soon gained sponsorship from the franchise and grew the roster into a competitive and highly respected racing team, which competed locally and overseas. Putting people first throughout the journey, Toby created a clear identity for the team, one where riders were aware they were not only representing their sponsor, but also the families behind the name Dome Coffee. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

The racing scene in Perth has taken off these last 2 years. Increased interest in men, women and juniors has seen bigger bunches, faster racing and more race options to choose from across a calendar year. The increase has brought to a head some of the challenges clubs have faced for some time, and has tested the patience of race organisers and riders alike. In this episode we speak with Peel District Cycling Club Treasurer, Clint Hort. Clint’s part of an active committee which has been steadily building a strong club culture, with a core focus of growing the sport at a grass roots level. With the WA state champs just around the corner, we step behind the velvet curtain and hear what’s required to ensure these big events go ahead, and receive the full support they so need. We’ve got ourselves a special sport listeners, let’s look after it now, and for the future. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message

Road Running. It’s like the weather. Fickle. One minute you’re flying, the next you’re becoming best buds with your physio to overcome the latest ailment in your foot/calf/toe/shin you name it. Meet Fran Lang, trail and endurance runner, super mum and full-time worker. Trail running found Fran at an opportune time in life! Recently married, promoted at work and planning to start a family, road running didn’t cut it. Injuries took their toll, and Fran wasn’t getting the fix her mind and body so needed. Through a friend the trails appeared. Soon Fran was getting greater variety in running, hills, scenery, social and serious fun. The pressure of road running was replaced with the freedom of trails, and this flowed into other areas of her life. A whole other world of running opened up, and Fran threw herself into some trail events and immediately found her groove. Think 3am starts, back to back to back marathons and all of a sudden, Fran was hooked. She’d found the missing piece of the exercise puzzle, and the flow on effect to work/home life was noticeable. Soon after, Fran and her husband Matt learned the exciting news they were expecting a baby boy. This introduced all new challenges to their lives as the goal posts shifted when it came to exercise. Fran had to adapt her mindset quickly, re evaluate goals and come back to why she loves running in the first place. Listeners will learn great insights into creating opportunities for training and adjusting your expectations. The power of the mind. For those amateur athletes out there, I know you’ll appreciate Fran’s story. She’s one hell of a story teller, and I hope you take something away from this latest instalment of, The Amateur Hour. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alastair-evans/message