693: The UCI Is Banning Expensive Bikes, And We’re All For It! | GCN Show Ep. 693

697: Group Rides vs Solo Riding: Which Is Actually Better? | GCN Show Ep. 697

This week on the GCN Show, we’re coming to you from beautiful Western Australia to dive into the world of "bunch" riding and debate whether solo training or group rides are better for your fitness. We bring you the latest updates from the Giro d’Italia and the intense 7 Gravel race in Nanup, where the team faced some unexpected challenges. Plus, we explore new tech from Tailfin and Enve, share a science-backed tip for boosting stem cells, and check out your latest submissions for Hack or Bodge!  Win a Cyclowax Performance Wax Kit and Limited Edition GCN Race Wax! 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNCyclowaxCompetition [https://gcn.eu/GCNCyclowaxCompetition] Chapters: ⏱️ 00:00 - Intro & Whale Watching in Australia 00:52 - Group Riding vs Solo: Which Is Better? 10:57 - Cycling Shorts: Giro d’Italia News 12:41 - 7 Gravel Race Highlights & FKT Records 15:01 - Science News: Intervals & Stem Cells 15:33 - New Tech: Tailfin & Enve Wheels 16:39 - Cyclowax Giveaway 17:54 - Hack vs Bodge 25:28 - Caption Competition 26:57 - Your Comments of the Week

696: Does Gravel Racing Have A Cheating Problem | The GCN Show Ep. 696

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the controversial world of gravel and ultra-endurance racing following allegations of course-cutting and illegal support in major European events. We also investigate the mysterious sabotage of Ollie Bridgewood’s bike at the Fred Whitton Challenge and take a look at the brand-new Canyon Endurace models. Plus, we celebrate a father-son duo breaking three world records and catch up on the latest racing results from the Giro d’Italia and the Women’s Vuelta.

695: Teenager Paul Seixas IS Racing The Tour de France, But Is It A Good Idea? | GCN Show Ep. 695

In this week's GCN Show, we discuss the bombshell news that 19-year-old French phenomenon Paul Seixas is set to make his debut at this year's Tour de France. We also dive into the latest tech from The Traka, including a first look at the new Campagnolo Record 13 Wireless group set and prototype gravel bikes from Canyon and Factor. Plus, we look at Tadej Pogačar’s new "gym bro" physique and the growing controversy surrounding e-bike bans on outdoor trails.

694: Is The World’s Most Bike Friendly Country About To Make A HUGE Mistake? | GCN Show Ep. 694

This week on the GCN Show, we investigate the surprising rise in cycling accidents in the Netherlands and ask if the world’s safest cycling nation is about to change its stance on helmets. We also explore how Olympic Champion Kristen Faulkner built her own AI system to optimize her performance and take a look at Tadej Pogačar’s brand-new Colnago TT bike. Win a Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT 3 GPS Headunit!  👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNWahooCompetition [https://gcn.eu/GCNWahooCompetition]

693: The UCI Is Banning Expensive Bikes, And We’re All For It! | GCN Show Ep. 693

The UCI is taking a stand against the technological escalation of ultra-expensive cycling tech by implementing strict price caps and commercial availability rules for the LA 2028 Olympics. In this week's GCN Show, Dan and Simon dive into what these new regulations mean for the future of track and road racing. Plus, we discuss Taylor Phinney’s surprise comeback, the results from the Amstel Gold Race, and why President Macron is getting involved in the pro cycling transfer market.