Episode 30: Janel Spilker on Cycling, Coaching & More

On this episode: Roadies, Team in Training, the pro peloton, and power meters. We’re talking with Janel Spilker, former pro cyclist, coach and Liv Cycling Ambassador.  

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Show Notes

• 00:37 – Introductions
• 02:00 – Team in Training
• 05:15 – Racing professionally
• 08:03 – What is a domestique?
• 09:34 – What was the spark that inspired Janel to go pro?
• 13:23 – Getting into coaching
• 15:50 – Power meters
• 21:50 – Mountain biking and gravel biking
• 29:20 – The wild ride from San Diego to Bend
• 34:58 – Being a sponsored athlete for Liv Cycling
• 46:08 – How can people benefit from using a coach?

Mentioned in this Show

• Team in Training
• Liv Cycling
• Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI)
• The Big Lonely
• Connect with Janel at Janel Cycling, on Instagram @janelspiker or Twitter @janelspiker

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Our Co-hosts

• Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
• Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com
• Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net

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The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.