Slow Guy On The Fast Ride

Season 2, Episode 15: Andrew Hood and Neal Rogers recap 2 weeks of Tour de France action

If you saw the time trial that opened up the third week of racing at the 2023 Tour de France, we'll forgive you for having a healthy dose of skepticism. But let's not forget to enjoy the spectacle: Jonas Vingegaard and Tadej Pogacar are going to slug this one out until Paris, and we all get front row seats.Neal Rogers (former VeloNews editor in chief) and Andrew Hood (Velo European Editor) catch up with host Dan Cavallari to analyze Vingegaard's astonishing time trial and what that means for the third week of the Tour de France.In the second half of the show, Rogers and Hood give their takes on the Americans at the Tour. Does the future hold GC success for Sepp Kuss? Will Matteo Jorgenson reach super domestique status in 2024? How likely is Neilson Powless to be wearing polka dots in Paris?Hoody and Neal break it all down in this episode of the Slow Guy on the Fast Ride podcast. Be sure to check out our other podcasts, videos, and live streams, and subscribe wherever you get our stories. Dawn Patrol MTBThe Practical StillMental HealthleteTheme music: "This Year" by Angela Sheik

Season 2, Episode 14: Direct Current Bike launches with Spencer Powlison at the helm

Spencer Powlison exists at a powerhouse crossroads in the cycling industry.  He was the news director at VeloNews Magazine; an editor for The Pros' Closet; a cyclocross racer, gravel racer, and now motorcycle guru.But this new venture for Powlison, Direct-Current.bike, takes him off his usual beaten path. While Powlison can claim victories on a wide variety of surfaces and bicycle styles, eMTB wasn't much on his radar until recently.In his pursuit to learn something new and dive headlong into the nuts and bolts of it all, Powlison became an eMTB enthusiast. That led him to do what he does best: write about his experiences. Spencer Powlison joins host Dan Cavallari on the Slow Guy on the Fast Ride podcast to talk about his new media title, Direct-Current.bike. Powlison gives us the lo-down on what he intends to do differently with his eMTB reviews. On top of that, Powlison gives his take on some of the hot topics surrounding eMTB. Be sure to check out our other podcasts, videos, and live streams, and subscribe wherever you get our stories. Dawn Patrol MTBThe Practical StillMental HealthleteTheme music: "This Year" by Angela Sheik

Tour de France 2023 preview with Andrew Hood and Neal Rogers

The Tour de France starts in just a few days. Veteran journalists Andrew Hood and Neal Rogers join host Dan Cavallari on the Slow Guy on the Fast Ride podcast to reveal the big storylines of the Tour de France 2023. Who are the true GC contenders? What about the green jersey? Can Mark Cavendish beat Eddy Merckx's record this year? 'Hoody' and Neal give their dark horse picks for the podium in Paris. Can Jai Hindley play with the GC big boys? Is David Gaudu going to taste glory? Hoody and Neal have watched enough racing between them to give us a good sense of what's in play, and who's ready to take on history. Be sure to check out our other podcasts, videos, and live streams, and subscribe wherever you get our stories. Dawn Patrol MTBThe Practical StillMental HealthleteTheme music: "This Year" by Angela Sheik

Rebuild Mark: Unbound Gravel 2023 Recap

Mark did it! He went to Kansas and raced Unbound Gravel!Well, sort of.Like so many other unfortunate participants, Mark got time-cut after a 4-mile slog through an unrideable mud pit. But he had a great time anyway, and learned a lot about himself, and gravel-riding.Mark joins host Dan Cavallari on the Slow Guy on the Fast Ride podcast to recap his Unbound Gravel experience and clue us in on what's next on the Rebuild Mark agenda. #rebuildmark @unboundgravel #unboundgravel Gear provided to me by brand partners:Alchemy Ronin Carbon Gravel w/SRAM Force XPLR  @AlchemyBikesUSA https://alchemybikes.com/products/ronin-carbon-gravel-bikeEndura GR500 Reiver Jersey and Bibshorts  @EnduraOfficial https://us.endurasport.com/rider/gravel-bike.listGore Shakedry 1985 rain jacket  @GORETEXBrand https://www.gore-tex.com/technology/original-gore-tex-products/shakedryFeedback Sports tools and work stands  @FeedbackSportsOfficial https://www.feedbacksports.comElite DIRETO XR-T trainer  @elitecycling https://www.elite-it.com/en/products/home-trainers/interactive-trainers/direto-xr-tLimar Horus Sunglasses - they aren't available yet and I couldn't find any details so just watch https://us.limar.com for more info.  @limarhelmets1954 Gear I paid for and/or stole from Dan's garage:Revelate Mag Tank top tube bag  @revelatedesigns7380 https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/cockpit/MagTankBoltOnCamelBak Chase hydration pack  @camelbak https://www.camelbak.com/recreation/shop/packs/bike/chase-bike-vest-50-oz/CB-2414.htmlPearl Izumi Gravel Shoes  @pearlizumi https://www.pearlizumi.com/collections/mens-gravel/products/expedition-pro-shoes-15192304Shimano XTR pedals  @RideShimano https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/xtr-m9100/PD-M9100.html - mine are 18 years or so old but they look about the sameFizik Terra Argo X1 saddle 150mm @fizikhttps://www.fizik.com/eu_en/terra-argo-x1.htmlFizik Terra Argo X3 saddle 160mm - proved to be too wide for me but I bought and tried ithttps://www.fizik.com/eu_en/terra-argo-x3.htmlSkratch Labs Hydration, Superfuel, and bars  @SkratchLabs https://www.skratchlabs.comHoney Stinger waffles  @HoneyStingerBuzz https://honeystinger.comTeravail Cannonball Durable Black Sidewalls 700x42 tires  @teravail4366 https://www.teravail.com/product/teravail-cannonball-tire-394759-1.htmOrange Seal sealant Be sure to check out our other podcasts, videos, and live streams, and subscribe wherever you get our stories. Dawn Patrol MTBThe Practical StillMental HealthleteTheme music: "This Year" by Angela Sheik

Season 2, Episode 11: Kristen Legan helps Rebuild Mark

Kristen Legan of Rambleur Adventure Coaching joins Mark Still to talk about his Rebuild Mark project and event prep for Unbound Gravel 200, the differences between Colorado riding and Kansas gravel, how to mentally approach such a demanding event, and much more. She's done this all before so her insights are incredibly helpful and encouraging. Learn more about Kristen and Rambleur Adventure Coaching at http://rambleur.com/ and follow her on Instagram @kplegan and @rambleurcoaching.Bio:Kristen Legan brings extensive coaching experience in endurance sports and has worked with athletes of all athletic backgrounds and experiences. She’s a multi-time UNBOUND podium finisher, has gone sub-8 hours at Leadville 100 MTB, and has countless other noteworthy finishes to her name. She has helped first-time racers, experienced veterans, and professional athletes achieve their goals while keeping training and racing fun and meaningful.Be sure to check out our other podcasts, videos, and live streams, and subscribe wherever you get our stories. Dawn Patrol MTBThe Practical StillMental HealthleteTheme music: "This Year" by Angela Sheik