The World's Most Famous Cycling Sportive? Inside the Maratona Dles Dolomites

The World's Most Famous Cycling Sportive? Inside the Maratona Dles Dolomites

What makes the Maratona Dles Dolomites one of the most sought-after cycling events in the world? In this episode of Where We Ride, hosts Lee Bibring and Georgia Bullard explore the legendary Maratona Dles Dolomites, the iconic Italian cycling sportive set in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Dolomite mountains. Joined by Love Velo's Kevin Pipe and members of the Maratona organising committee, they go behind the scenes of an event that attracts more than 30,000 entry requests for just 8,000 places each year. Discover what it's really like to ride the famous Sellaronda, experience closed mountain roads, and take on legendary climbs including Campolongo, Gardena and the fearsome Giau. The Maratona is undoubtedly one of the greatest long distance cycling challenges in Europe, covering 138km and tackling over 4,000 metres of climbing, The team discuss: Maratona dles Dolomites routes and distances Cycling in the Dolomites The Sellaronda cycling experience Why the event is so difficult to enter Training, nutrition and preparation tips for endurance cycling The cycling fitness demands of a granfondo What to expect on race day The famous Dolomites atmosphere and cycling lifestyle Cycling travel and bike touring in Italy Alta Badia and the best cycling roads in Europe Behind-the-scenes stories from the organisers Whether you're planning to ride the Maratona dles Dolomites, dreaming of a cycling holiday in Italy or the Dolomites, embarking on a bike touring adventure, or simply love epic cycling journeys and the endurance cycling lifestyle, this episode offers a unique insight into one of the greatest cycling events on the planet. Subscribe to Where We Ride for cycling travel stories, cycling challenges, destination guides, professional rider insights and global cycling adventures from around the world. Where We Ride is a UK cycling podcast powered by Love Velo. #MaratonaDlesDolomites #DolomitesCycling #CyclingItaly #Sellaronda #CyclingPodcast #WhereWeRide #LoveVelo #Sportive #RoadCycling #CyclingTravel #AltaBadia #CyclingAdventure #BikeTravel #GranFondo #CyclingLife #BikeTour #EnduranceCycling #CyclingLifestyle

Mallorca Cycling Guide: Hidden Gems, Epic Climbs & Local Secrets

Mallorca remains one of the world's most iconic cycling destinations for bike travel and adventure cycling, but beyond the famous climbs lies a completely different side of the island. In this episode of Where We Ride, a UK cycling podcast powered by Love Velo, hosts Lee Bibring and Georgia Bullard explore the best cycling routes in Mallorca, from legendary rides like Cap de Formentor and Sa Calobra to hidden gems that many cyclists never discover. They share cycling experiences and insights from the stunning Coll de Randa, the peaceful Manacor-Artà Greenway, traditional Mallorcan villages, cycling-friendly hotels, local restaurants, and the unique bicycle culture that keeps riders returning year after year. Whether you're planning your first Mallorca cycling holiday or searching for new roads to fuel your cycling exploration and cycling inspiration, this episode is packed with practical advice, local knowledge, and cycling motivation for your next bike touring adventure. Topics covered include: - Cap de Formentor cycling route - Sa Calobra and the Serra de Tramuntana Mountains - Hidden cycling roads in Mallorca - The Manacor-Artà Greenway gravel route - Cycling holidays and bike travel in Mallorca - Mallorca cycling travel tips and cycling lifestyle advice - Best places to stay for cyclists - Mallorca 312 sportive advice - Bike transport and bike hire - Cycling culture, food, and local recommendations - Cycling mindset and cycling journeys - Cycling experiences and cycling exploration If you're looking for the ultimate Mallorca cycling guide, this episode will help you discover both the famous climbs and the hidden corners of the island. Whether you're drawn by the cycling lifestyle, the travel and cycling adventure, or simply the joy of riding beautiful roads, Mallorca is one of Europe's greatest cycling destinations. Subscribe to Where We Ride for more cycling journeys, bike travel stories, destination guides, and conversations with riders from around the world. Where We Ride is a UK cycling podcast powered by Love Velo. #WhereWeRide #CyclingPodcast #UltraCycling #EnduranceCycling #BikeTravel #AdventureCycling #BikeTour

From Paralysis to World Record: Sarah Ruggins on Attempting a 6000km Endurance Cycling World Record

In this episode of Where We Ride, elite endurance cyclist and world record holder, Sarah Ruggins, shares her unbelievable journey from being diagnosed with CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome), one of the most painful neurological diseases in modern medicine, to becoming a world record holding cyclist and one of the most inspiring figures in endurance cycling. After losing total mobility at just 15 years old and being told she may never fully recover, Sarah slowly rebuilt her life through resilience, mindset, and ultra endurance sport. Now, she’s preparing for One Way North an extreme bikepacking and endurance cycling challenge from the south of Spain to the northern tip of Norway in just 16 days. This episode is a powerful conversation about pain tolerance, mental strength, cycling motivation, recovery, self-belief, and what it really takes to push the limits of the human body. Hear from one of the most inspirational cyclists as we talk about: •⁠ ⁠CRPS and losing the ability to walk •⁠ ⁠Recovering from neurological disease •⁠ ⁠Learning to ride a bike as an adult •⁠ ⁠Ultra endurance cycling and world record attempts •⁠ ⁠Cycling mindset and the mental resilience required to take on a world record attempt •⁠ ⁠Cycle training 30+ hours a week while working full time •⁠ ⁠Sleep deprivation in endurance sports and the effect it has on your body •⁠ ⁠Long distance cycling and the demands of extreme bike touring •⁠ ⁠Her standpoint on not just women in cycling but inspirational female endurance athletes •⁠ ⁠Cycling motivation, the discipline it takes to train and ride for ultra endurance events and the self-belief required •⁠ ⁠Bikepacking adventures across Europe •⁠ ⁠Cycling fitness, recovery, and nutrition for cyclists •⁠ ⁠Building a high-performance support crew •⁠ ⁠The psychology behind endurance cycling challenges Whether you love adventure cycling, bike travel, cycling storytelling, ultra cycling, cycling insights, or inspiring human stories, this cycling interview is packed with honest conversation and unforgettable lessons from one of the toughest athletes in the sport. Cycling enthusiasts and fans of podcasts like Watts Occurring, The Roadman Podcast, and Rich Roll you will love this episode. Follow Sarah's world record attempt by visiting her website www.own2026.com, follow her on Instagram @sarah_ruggins and if you want to donate to her chosen charity World Bicycle Releif, you can do this here https://www.own2026.com/world-bicycle-relief Where We Ride is a UK cycling podcast powered by Love Velo. #WhereWeRide #CyclingPodcast #UltraCycling #EnduranceCycling #BikeTravel

I Was Nearly Shot While Cycling Around the World | Duncan Covey

What does it really take to cycle around the world alone? In this episode of Where We Ride, Duncan Covey shares the raw, unfiltered reality behind a 36,000km, 477-day journey across continents from Europe to Central Asia, India, and beyond. But this isn’t just a story of endurance and adventure. It’s also about the moments that nearly ended everything including a violent attempted bike robbery in Italy, and a terrifying encounter involving a shotgun in the Albanian mountains. And what came after: fear, panic, and the mental battle of continuing a journey that suddenly didn’t feel safe anymore. This is a story about adventure but also about survival, perspective, and what happens when your biggest dream becomes your hardest test. Powered by https://lovevelo.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duncancoveyuk/ #WhereWeRide #cyclingpodcast #cyclinglife #bikelife #ridemore

Why Most Cyclists Fuel WRONG | Lindsey Hunt & Hayden Groves

How should cyclists actually fuel their rides? 🚴‍♂️ In this episode of Where We Ride, we sit down with nutrition expert Lindsey Hunt from Precision Fuel & Hydration and former National Chef of the Year Hayden Groves to break down the truth about cycling nutrition, hydration, carbs, gels, electrolytes, and real food. From pro peloton fuelling strategies to amateur mistakes, we cover: • Why cycling has become an “eating competition” • The truth about electrolytes and hydration • Real food vs gels during long rides • How pros fuel during Grand Tours • The biggest nutrition myths in cycling • Funny race horror stories 😅 Featuring stories from pro racing, Tour 21, Giro d’Italia chaos, and Georgia accidentally pouring carb mix all over herself mid-race. Powered by Love Velo. 🚴‍♀️ Instagram links  Precision Fuel & Hydration  https://www.instagram.com/precisionfandh/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/precisionfandh/?hl=en] Hayden Groves https://www.instagram.com/haydenkgroves/ [https://www.instagram.com/haydenkgroves/] https://www.instagram.com/hayden_groves_cycling/ [https://www.instagram.com/hayden_groves_cycling/] Powered By https://lovevelo.co.uk/ [https://lovevelo.co.uk/] #WhereWeRide #cyclingpodcast  #cyclinglife #bikelife #cyclingcommunity  #cyclingadventure #podcast #newpodcast #ridemore #velo