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Welcome to The Wild Ones podcast, the show where we chat about all things cycling.
Hosted by YouTubers and long-time bike friends Francis and Jimmi, along with producer Emily, each week we discuss the latest news from the cycling world, share our views on some controversial topics, revealing behind the scenes secrets from our YouTube channel – Cade Media – and throw it over to you, the listeners, to tell us what you really want to talk about when it comes to bikes. We hope you enjoy!
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Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaThis week we’re chatting new SRAM Red, 13-speed Di2, Zwift raising its prices, and Mark Cavendish’s new record and Strava Segments could soon be banned in some places.Here’s the full breakdown (FYI, sometimes advert knock the timings off slightly, depending on where you’re listening)00:00 Ice baths & heated seats01:19 New SRAM Red is here05:06 Giro’s 99% off sale & pricing errors (follow-up)07:25 13-Speed Fully Wireless Di2?!13:55 Zwift are raising their prices22:53 Mark Cavendish is officially the GOAT25:31 Is Pogacar’s dominance making pro racing dull?30:13 You can now watch live British racing31:27 Strava Segments could soon be banned in some places46:48 Overrated/Underrated: ¾ bibs50:45 Overrated/Underrated: super reflective winter wear52:37 Overrated/Underrated: colour-coordinated details on bikes54:02 Jimmi got blocked by a pro cyclist?! (FUOTW)55:59 Francis sounds like a Mexican narco?57:16 Insects on bike rides… our horror storiesIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaFrancis is back and this week we’re chatting AI, those beef stew energy gels, a GIro pricing mistake that accidentally gives shoppers 99% off, new SRAM red and more.Here’s the full breakdown (FYI, sometimes advert knock the timings off slightly, depending on where you’re listening)00:00 Our first fluff up01:13 Emily made AI versions of Jimmi, Francis and Nic06:18 Cade Media Spanish channel09:52 Beef Stew energy gels DO exist!12:57 Giro‘pricing error’ accidentally gives shoppers 99% off shoes18:08 Elitewheel’s “rip off” hub and knock on effects for GCN25:01 New SRAM Red groupset spotted at the Giro d’Italia29:19 Overrated/Underrated: Massive cycling glasses32:02 Overrated/Underrated: Cycling in the southern hemisphere34:29 Overrated/Underrated: Chocolate bars as ride snacks35:28 Overrated/Underrated: Beards37:18 Overrated/Underrated: Hot chips39:00 We got scammed out of £350 (FUOTW)41:22 Bank-robbing cyclists44:33 Gravel bike vs MTB49:20 Your funny town signs!If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1Check out the video version of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efmW1i_zoXYThanks to Will for joining us! Check out his website for more info: www.willgirling.comHere’s the episode breakdown (sorry if the timings don't quite match up, sometimes the adverts mess up timings depending on what platform you're listening on):00:00 EF’s head nutritionist is on the pod!03:54 Stages fires entire workforce, ceases all operations08:12 Rapha lay-offs09:34 Colnago are cashing in on the Pogacar effect11:30 Why eating isn’t cheating 12:49 Fasted training can make you more prone to illness17:51 Sugar is not the enemy + understanding insulin resistance20:36 Are some sugars better than others?21:44 Want to eat sugary treats? Do it after exercise!22:25 How much food you should eat while riding23:26 Skinner doesn’t equal faster28:13 You don’t need expensive sports nutrition32:36 Cramping and the big salt myth37:12 The link between salt & digestion issues while riding37:57 The ‘best diet for weight loss’ isn’t what you think49:20 Food knowledge is the key to a healthy diet51:46 Everything a world tour pro eats in a day58:12 Will’s strategy for the EF team59:47 Are pro riders allowed to drink alcohol?01:00:19 Will a few glasses of wine ‘ruin’ my training?01:02:11 Caffeine chewing gum?!01:03:19 Do THIS to stop sugar damaging your teeth 01:04:51 Gels and bars vs candy and sweets01:06:34 Don’t like sugary snacks? Try this01:07:58 ‘Help! Why am I bonking on rides?’01:15:34 Will’s favourite meal of all timeIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thanks to Mike for coming on the show, you can check out his channel hereHere's a breakdown of the episode - sorry if the time stamps aren't quite right, sometimes the adverts screw up the timings and we can't fix it :( but hopefully you get the gist00:00 Meet Britain’s ‘most hated cyclist’ who’s reported 1700+ drivers07:55 ‘More hated than Hitler’10:08 Why does Mikey upset people so much?13:23 Should we be snitching on bad drivers?16:53 Is reporting drivers safer or more dangerous for cyclists?19:48 Shimano crank snaps 5 months after passing inspection29:27 Shimano working on a fully wireless groupset?35:18 How did Mikey get started?36:43 Why does he do it?38:18 How does he deal with hate & abuse? 40:57 Mikey’s WILDEST encounters45:23 Is Mikey too confrontational?46:16 Violence and online threats47:25 Mikey’s camera setup49:26 ‘The fame is horrible, I don’t want it’50:19 Does Mikey give cyclists a bad name?55:32 What do the police think of Mikey’s antics?58:50 What it will take for Mikey to STOP reporting01:01:36 Why doesn’t Mikey report bad cyclists?01:03:30 Do people he catches change their attitudes?01:04:32 What can help ease tension between drivers and cyclists?01:06:19 What has improved since Mikey began filming01:09:13 Recording and submitting close passes01:11:40 The biggest problem in cycling right now01:13:34 Does Mikey ‘go about things the wrong way’?01:18:25 Are the trolls here yet?01:18:45 The elephant in the room (FUOTW)01:19:41 Send us your questions for EF nutritionist WillIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Watch the MVDP cap thrower video here! And here’s an interesting article about match fixing at Belgian kermesses.Watch the audio version of this podcast, or check out our other videos here.Here’s the full episode breakdown (sorry if the time stamps are a little out. The adverts throw it off sometimes, but hopefully you get the gist)00:00 Weird town names03:04 The dumbest move a pro cyclist can make…06:07 Is Pidcock a sore loser?07:40 Jimmi busted a speeding driver with his bike cam!10:35 The Paris-Roubaix cap thrower & potential match fixing in cycling16:21 Stop stealing cobbles!17:47 Jimmi’s getting a World Champs jersey22:37 Overrated/Underrated: Black finishing kits27:16 Overrated/Underrated: Thermal bib shorts28:41 Overrated/Underrated: Cliff bars for cycling30:20 Overrated/Underrated: Adidas Velosambas33:38 Francis’ meeting mess up (FUOTW)34:40 Protective tape to stop frame bags rubbing35:20 Our European bike holiday recommendations42:24 Are bike ‘laser lanes’ the key to safe car passing?47:24 Is Lanterne Rouge really banned from the bookies? Here’s the answer!If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.uk Thanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/-g6--2QzF4QThis week the gang's back together as Francis returns from Malaysia. We play an April Fool's based news quiz, plus find out why people are hating on Rapha’s latest jersey release. Also in the news, sticky bottles at Paris-Roubaix and are Vingegaard & Evenepoel out of the Tour de France? We'll also be rating cable actuated hydraulic disc brakes, the spring classics, the gym and Aaron Taylor Johnson as James Bond. Lastly, we'll be discussing essential handling skills every roadie should know.Enjoy! And if you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.uk Thanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to our special Listener's Takeover edition of the Wild Ones Podcast. This week we're joined by mechanic Nic, and cycling coach, racer and mechanic James to answer your questions.You can watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/dw6FbxmeziwIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're joined by mechanic, bike racer and coach James Jobber, and we're chatting about the latest piece of aero tech to hit the pro peloton and asking whether it will be (and should be) the next big thing in cycling. Plus, Zipp has finally made a full statement on their hookless wheels at the centre of the Lotto Dstny controversy. And James gives us his tips for making big gains in your cycling – and it's got nothing to do with numbers.Plus we're play more Overrated/Underrated, Emily has a confession and we answer your questions.Thanks to coach James for joining us this week. You can get in touch with him at www.upshiftvelo.co.ukIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/PcX0CZy50fQThis week we're back with bike mechanic Nic chatting about Lance Armstrong's latest controversial comments on the current era of pros plus whether doping is rife at amateur level. We also check in on the latest news from the bike industry sales crisis and debate whether Mark Cavendish can still make his Tour de France record dreams after a bad run or form. Plus there's more Overrated/Underrated and your questions on getting friends and family into cyclnig and how to choose the right gears for a hilly event.If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time.Donate to Sam’s Alpe D’Huzes cancer research ride: https://www.opgevenisgeenoptie.nl/fundraisers/SamuelRadcliff24650/alpe-dhuzes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this special extended episode of The Wild Ones Podcast we're joined by paracyclist Dan Richards, who lost his right arm and shoulder in a motorbike accident at age 23... and says it's the best thing that ever happened to him. His powerful story – from a young soldier to rebuilding his life from rock bottom – provides lessons in resilience and determination that we can all learn from, and we're so grateful to Dan for sharing it with us.You can follow Dan on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theonearmedwonder/?hl=enIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another episode! This week, we chat about Pogačar’s riding position and MORE hookless tire explosions at the Strade Binache. Plus we roast the worst helmet of all time and discuss the news that Wiggle has been sold for less than £10million. We also play a game of cycling 'Would You Rather', Overrated/Underrated and discuss DNFing.You can watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/cEk71B292XcIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're joined by ultra-endurance cyclist Chris Hall as we chat about the latest controversy surrounding hookless wheels and the calls for them to be banned from the pro peloton. We also discuss a bizarre story of a pro team's "attempted fraud" (the UCI's words, not ours), which saw them suspended from racing after they dressed a mechanic as a rider to try and sign on for a race. Plus we talk to Chris about his journey from a corporate day job to becoming an adventure cyclist.You can watch the video version of our podcast here: https://youtu.be/DYLlI8xNX64If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another episode. This week we’ve got an update on what’s going on with Scott and some of our other sponsors this year, we’re also chatting about Shimano’s latest financial report, and discussing some unpopular road cycling opinions from the internet. Watch the video version of the podcast on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YDx6qC5bsKUIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another instalment of The Wild Ones Podcast. Francis is back and this week we talk encounters with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Zwift’s latest bizarre move, solar-charging shifters, and a new ‘Olympics-style’ competition where doping is legal. Plus we jump into your Overrated/Underrated suggestions. You can check out the Cade Media YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaAnd the Cade Media Extra channel here for past podcast clips: https://www.youtube.com/@CadeMediaExtraIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For mental health support, visit:samaritans.org / call 116 123sossilenceofsuicide.orgmind.org.ukMovember.comStandtallwales.co.ukUSA: www.nami.orgCheck out SRAM’s lever check video here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2zyJQOhg6l/?hl=enWe’re back, and this week we’re chatting Gladiators, SRAM’s lever recall, men’s health, cycling influencers, and allegations of modern slavery at a Shimano manufacturer. You can check out the Cade Media YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaAnd the Cade Media Extra channel here for past podcast clips: https://www.youtube.com/@CadeMediaExtraIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A link for Nic’s magic winter gloves: https://amzn.to/42jtEVzCheck out the audio versions of the podcast here: https://podfollow.com/the-wild-ones/viewWe’re back with more bike chat – this week we talk theories about the new SRAM Red, photos of which were allegedly leaked online. Plus we debate what needs to change in pro cycling as team Ineos fights to save the Tour of Britain, and we ask ‘do cycling clubs have a place in 2024?’ You can check out the Cade Media YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaAnd the Cade Media Extra channel here for past podcast clips: https://www.youtube.com/@CadeMediaExtraIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We chat GCN’s latest pricey kit drop, the latest handlebar offering from ENVE, aerodynamics and the Muc Off advert that got the internet talking this week.You can check out the Cade Media YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaAnd the Cade Media Extra channel here for past podcast clips: https://www.youtube.com/@CadeMediaExtraIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we chat about Shimano’s new venture into AI-controlled bikes, where to save and where to invest your money when it comes to cycling stuff and overrated cycling clothing. You can check out the Cade Media YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaAnd the Cade Media Extra channel here for past podcast clips: https://www.youtube.com/@CadeMediaExtraIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week pro mechanic Nic reveals what he really thinks about popular bike products as we play ‘Love, Tolerate, Kill’, plus he reveals what makes a great winter bike and when you should replace an alloy frame.Here’s the full rundown:00:00 Bikepacking in freezing Scotland00:54 Wiggle owed Harribo £20,000?!02:31 Nic’s ultimate ‘winter bike’ recommendations06:31 What frame material is best for winter?09:41 Choosing the right frame12:01 Groupsets for winter riding14:42 Our winter wheel choices16:25 Our winter tyre choices19:54 Do mudguards destroy your components?25:03 The problem with tubeless27:27 How to maintain your bike over winter28:48 SRAM, Shimano or Campagnolo?33:59 Di2, Etap or mechanical shifting?36:35 Titanium, carbon or alloy?39:25 Gravel, road or time trial?40:52 Cannondale, Trek or Specialized?42:02 Sarto, Tommasini or Time?43:41 Hunt, Enve or DT Swiss?44:23 1x gearing, 2x gearing or fixed gear?45:53 Shimano SPD-SL, Look Keo, Speedplay47:27 Schwalbe Marathon Plus, Panaracer Gravel King or Continental Gatorskins?48:39 Overrated or Underrated: Rollers51:07 Overrated or Underrated: Dropper posts on gravel bikes52:49 Overrated or Underrated: Bike bells54:16 Emily ruined our best podcast intro yet… (FUOTW)55:53 Listener’s takeover: Bike muggings56:45 How long do alloy bike frames last?If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we’re joined by pro mechanic Nic from Backyard Bike Shop to chat the cost of bikes (and whether it can be justified), bike muggings, strange goings on at Sports Direct and more. Here’s the full breakdown:00:00 New Year’s antics00:30 People are angry with GCN14:59 Melissa Dennis death & Rohan Dennis arrest15:56 The rise of bike-jackings25:02 The great Sports Direct superbike mystery34:18 Why the industry needs to cater more to average cyclists38:05 We need to educate drivers!40:43 The problem with e-bikes41:05 The cycling industry needs a shake-up41:53 Overrated/Underrated: average speed44:55 Overrated/Underrated: 650b wheels49:40 Overrated/Underrated: Muc Off52:21 Overrated/Underrated: frame bags53:05 Overrated/Underrated: suspension on gravel bikes54:21 Jimmi’s Christmas Eve error (FUOTW)55:35 Nic got ‘Home Aloned’ (FUOTW)56:27 Dry vs wet lube - what’s the difference?If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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