The Wild Ones

Watch the extended version of this podcast, where we rank all of the men's world tour bikes here: https://youtu.be/6MWJX7qg4ioIf 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.

Link to our merch: https://cade-media-shop.fourthwall.com/en-gbp/Check out the video versions of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W18kANPWptwHere’s the episode breakdown (the timings may be a bit off due to advert placement on some platforms!)00:00 Our top secret trip for the launch of new bike15:49 This cycling brand’s new streetwear range is… unexpected19:27 Wild Ones merch is back!20:28 He just got a knighthood…21:15 MyWhoosh is coming for Zwift, are they in trouble?24:08 Zwift now does a smart bike31:29 Celebrity’s massive bike crash32:38 Big drama at the Tour of Britain33:39 Pro cyclist demands apology after Tour of Slovenia disqualification35:38 Job cuts and closures at GCN39:14 UCI ‘copying football’ with latest rule change44:07 Overrated/Underrated: The UCI45:53 Overrated/Underrated: Wearing matching brand cycling kit46:30 Overrated/Underrated: Coaching for everyday riding49:16 Overrated/Underrated: Centre Parcs52:12 Jimmi’s wine got confiscated by security (FUOTW)56:17 A BIG sportive errorIf 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.

This week we're throwing it over to you, the listeners, to answer your burning questions in our latest Listeners' Takeover Special.Here’s the episode breakdown (FYI, sometime the adverts throw off the timings, but hopefully you get the gist)00:00 Francis’ rim brake Scott road bike03:29  Francis’ Triban gravel commuter04:52 Francis Scott Addict gravel bike06:04  Francis ‘ornamental’ baby blue Willier06:46  Francis e-cargo bike07:30 Emily's Canyon Ultimate09:37 Emily’s Cannondale Topstone11:45 Jimmi’s bright pink Time Alp D’Huez12:11 Jimmi’s hand illustrated one-of-a-kind road bike12:49 Jimmi’s custom steel off-roader13:38 Jimmi’s custom steel race bike14:17 Jimmi’s ‘flame paint’ Time ADHX 14:55 How do you keep sweat out of your eyes?16:57 How different is Tiagra and 105 really?20:43 Is it a good idea changing forks to get more tire clearance?26:00 Tips for riding in a group31:11 Is SRAM & Shimano cross compatible?33:43 Are expensive cycling shoes really better?36:25 Bike crash - who was in the wrong?39:38 Overrated/Underrated: tan wall tires41:11 Overrated/Underrated: building a bike from parts43:49 Overrated/Underrated: hybrid bikes46:13 Overrated/Underrated: cargo bib shorts 48:09 Overrated/Underrated: latex tubes48:21 Overrated/Underrated: deep section rims49:45 Overrated/Underrated: Bromptons51:30 Overrated/Underrated: big graphics on frames and wheels52:25 Overrated/Underrated: renovating your houseIf 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.

Watch Francis’ BMX Everest here: https://youtu.be/3EsyyvfzU7U?si=ZtaE3_dk0W5pQEmzIf 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.

Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaCheck out WattGames here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2782020/WATTGAMES/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.

Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_MediaDonate to Anne’s JustGiving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/anne-cycles-ventoux-for-gazaThis week we're testing out some new jingles for the podcast, we're also chatting about Pogacar getting flagged on Strava – and how the app is going to start using AI to catch cheats. We also talk about the new series of Netflix's Tour de France Unchained... and how we're going to be in it. Plus we uncover a fake Assos clothing website which scammed one listener out of 100euros, and talk about how to avoid getting caught in the same trap. Plus more fun stuff!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.

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.

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.

Check 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.