Episode 114 - Gravel Beef and Marginal Gains at Gravel Worlds w/ Chase Wark

What up party people. We’ve got a surprise guest for y’all on the show this week. Literally, no one knew he was coming on other than Drew until he just randomly signed into the studio 10min into the show, but I think it’s safe to say it was a more than welcomed surprise. Chase tells us some tales from the front of the race this past weekend at Gravel Worlds, including a complete bike setup breakdown and his takes on some of the stirring controversies currently on full display.

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Summary

The conversation starts off with some banter about not having anything to talk about. They then discuss Drew's tire choice for a recent race and his experience during the race. The conversation shifts to Scott's greasy appearance and the topic of heat training. They also mention the fads of veganism and keto diets. The conversation covers various topics including heat training, the incident of a cyclist getting hit by a car at Gravel Worlds, and the safety concerns in gravel racing. The hosts discuss the benefits and drawbacks of heat training and share personal experiences. They also recount the incident at Gravel Worlds where a cyclist was hit by a car and discuss the lack of road closures and safety regulations in gravel racing. The conversation highlights the need for improved safety measures in gravel races. The conversation covers various topics including the controversy surrounding drafting in gravel races, the performance of Lauren Stevens at Gravel Worlds, the challenges of organizing gravel races, and the use of speed chips in bike chains. The hosts also discuss the perception of gravel races among farmers and locals, the risks involved in gravel racing, and the influence of social media on the sport. The conversation in this part revolves around the topic of gravel racing and the recent results of various races. The participants discuss their own experiences and the performances of other riders. They also touch on the issue of prize money and equality in gravel racing. The conversation ends with a discussion about the fastest gravel tire. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics, including predictions made in previous episodes, the use of hydration packs in cycling, and tire choices for endurance races. They also joke about Keegan Swenson and Drew Dillman, and receive questions from listeners about tire options and team sponsorships. The conversation ends with some playful banter.

Keywords

banter, tire choice, race experience, heat training, veganism, keto diet, heat training, cyclist hit by car, Gravel Worlds, safety concerns, road closures, gravel racing, drafting controversy, Lauren Stevens, Gravel Worlds, organizing races, speed chips, perception of gravel races, risks in racing, social media influence, gravel racing, results, performances, prize money, equality, gravel tire, predictions, hydration packs, tire choices, endurance races, Keegan Swenson, Drew Dillman, tire sponsorships

Takeaways

• Sometimes conversations start off slow and require some banter to get things going.


• Tire choice can be a crucial decision for a race and can impact performance.


• Heat training is a popular method used by athletes, but it may not be beneficial for everyone.


• Veganism and keto diets are fads that have gained popularity in recent years. Heat training can have benefits for performance, but it is not necessary for everyone.


• The incident of a cyclist getting hit by a car at Gravel Worlds highlights the need for improved safety measures in gravel racing.


• Gravel races often lack road closures and safety regulations, posing risks to participants.


• The conversation raises awareness about the importance of safety in gravel racing and the need for better organization and communication.


• The hosts discuss the challenges of balancing the promotion of high-performance racing with the safety of everyday riders. The controversy surrounding drafting in gravel races and the need for clearer rules and separate starts for men and women.


• The impressive performance of Lauren Stevens at Gravel Worlds and the criticism she faced.


• The challenges of organizing gravel races, including road closures and local opposition.


• The use of speed chips in bike chains and their impact on performance.


• The perception of gravel races among farmers and locals, and the risks involved in racing on open roads.


• The influence of social media on the gravel racing community and the sharing of race experiences. Gravel racing is a popular topic among the participants


• The recent results of gravel races are discussed


• The issue of prize money and equality in gravel racing is raised


• The participants share their opinions on the fastest gravel tire The hosts reflect on past predictions made in previous episodes.


• They discuss the use of hydration packs in cycling and the rules surrounding them.


• The conversation turns to tire choices for endurance races, with a focus on balancing rolling resistance and puncture protection.


• The hosts receive questions from listeners about tire options and team sponsorships.

Titles

• Heat Training: Is It Worth It?


• Drew's Race Experience and Strategy The Pros and Cons of Heat Training


• The Need for Improved Safety Measures in Gravel Racing Challenges of Organizing Gravel Races


• The Impact of Speed Chips on Performance The Fastest Gravel Tire


• Gravel Racing and Recent Results Questions from Listeners


• The Debate on Hydration Packs

Sound Bites

• "We really don't have anything to talk about."


• "I was hoping you were gonna say something and that was part of why I rode those tires. I'm like, oh, Dylan's gonna love it. It's gonna be great podcast content."


• "How do you know what casing he had on his bike? I'm looking at this picture. It's like 20 feet away from him."


• "VeggieTales brainwashing."


• "I swear. Look it up. Look it up."


• "No, I feel like shit. But I think it's been broken for a whole week and I think it helped for Gravel Worlds."


• "Lauren Stevens won Gravel Worlds after people were shitting on her for her win at Steamboat."


• "She won in steamboat. She figured out whatever the right recipe was for her to win there. And then she won again, back to back at gravel worlds."


• "Dude, who cares about somebody pissing in the middle of a field? Like, what?"


• "I'm way off the bat. Like let me not beat the guy who beat every U.S. rider for the past three years."


• "Nobody cares what Dylan does."


• "If equality is equality, then why don't the men get a challenge like that?"


• "I'm way ahead of the game."


• "What if it's a hydration bladder filled with Cool Whip?"


• "When will we get off of Keegan's dick, dude?"

Chapters

00:00 Banter and the Challenge of Finding a Topic

00:53 The Importance of Tire Choice in Racing

02:12 Drew's Race Experience and Strategy

03:01 Heat Training: Is It Worth It?

05:03 The Popularity of Veganism and Keto Diets

18:53 Heat Training and VeggieTales Brainwashing

21:29 The Incident at Gravel Worlds

25:58 Safety Concerns in Gravel Racing

34:58 The Drafting Controversy

37:02 Lauren Stevens' Victory

45:16 Perception of Gravel Races

50:28 The Speed Chip Discussion

53:02 Scott's Victory over Keegan

54:08 Gravel Racing and Recent Results

56:50 Prize Money and Equality in Gravel Racing

01:00:36 Gravel Worlds vs. UCI Worlds

01:03:20 The Name of Gravel Worlds