{"id":25918,"date":"2016-10-18T14:05:36","date_gmt":"2016-10-18T21:05:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.trainerroad.com\/?p=25918"},"modified":"2020-03-04T08:22:13","modified_gmt":"2020-03-04T16:22:13","slug":"cycling-interviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trainerroad.com\/blog\/cycling-interviews\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Exclusive Interviews with Cycling Pros and Industry Leaders"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"lead\">From DC Rainmaker to Scott Tietzel of Cuore Cycling Apparel, here are six interviews featuring some of cycling&#8217;s brightest minds you won\u2019t hear anywhere else.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>In the last month, the guys of the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.trainerroad.com\/podcast?utm_source=TrainerRoad%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=TrainerRoad%20Blog%20Content&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post%20%2FExclusive%20Interviews%20to%20Fuel%20Your%20Cycling%20Obession\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em> Ask a Cycling Coach<\/em> podcast<\/a> \u2014 Coach Chad, Coach Jonathan and CEO Nate Pearson \u2014 attended Interbike 2016 and the IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.\u00a0At each event they sat down with some of cycling\u2019s most reputable thought leaders and industry pros to\u00a0pick their brains on our favorite topic: <strong><em>how to get\u00a0faster.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Listen to their recorded discussions below.<\/p>\n<h2>Special Interview with the FLO Cycling Team (Ep. 63)<\/h2>\n<h4>This episode discusses:<\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 The aerodynamic research and testing process explained<br \/>\n\u2022 What depth wheels should you use?<br \/>\n\u2022 How to know what tire width to use<br \/>\n\u2022 Does tire width vary from rider to rider and bike to bike?<br \/>\n\u2022 What tire pressure is best?<br \/>\n\u2022 Which tire is the most aerodynamically efficient?<br \/>\n\u2022 Which tire has the least amount of rolling resistance?<br \/>\n\u2022 How does a cross wind effect a bike?<br \/>\n\u2022 How to set up your bike for cross winds?<br \/>\n\u2022 What to look for in a set of wheels<br \/>\n\u2022 What to look for in an aero bike<\/p>\n<p><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/288750993&amp;auto_play=false&amp;hide_related=false&amp;show_comments=true&amp;show_user=true&amp;show_reposts=false&amp;visual=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Special Interview with Professional Triathlete and IRONMAN commentator Matt Lieto (Ep. 61)<\/h2>\n<h4>This episode discusses:<\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 How to go from average joe to pro triathlete<br \/>\n\u2022 What type of power it takes to win an IRONMAN<br \/>\n\u2022 How to pace a triathlon<br \/>\n\u2022 Do triathletes use elevation training?<br \/>\n\u2022 How to train for hot weather<br \/>\n\u2022 How to acclimatize yourself to Kona<br \/>\n\u2022 How to control your appetite<br \/>\n\u2022 How to lose weight quickly<br \/>\n\u2022 How to keep weight off<br \/>\n\u2022 Tips to overcome food temptations<br \/>\n\u2022 How to know if you&#8217;ve tapered correctly<br \/>\n\u2022 What the pros do to taper<br \/>\n\u2022 High intensity training for ultra-endurance athletes<br \/>\n\u2022 + More<br \/>\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/287352561&amp;auto_play=false&amp;hide_related=false&amp;show_comments=true&amp;show_user=true&amp;show_reposts=false&amp;visual=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Special Interview with Scott Tietzel from Cuore Cycling Apparel (Ep. 60)<\/h2>\n<h4>This episode discusses:<\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 What makes a jersey aerodynamic?<br \/>\n\u2022 How to tell high quality kit from low quality kit<br \/>\n\u2022 Why do companies use different fabrics?<br \/>\n\u2022 What type of kit to use for different weather<br \/>\n\u2022 How to wear your kit like a pro<br \/>\n\u2022 Small things you can do to make your kit more aero<\/p>\n<p><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/287194844&amp;auto_play=false&amp;hide_related=false&amp;show_comments=true&amp;show_user=true&amp;show_reposts=false&amp;visual=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Special Interview with Professional Trials Rider and Renown Coach Ryan Leech (Ep. 59)<\/h2>\n<h4>This episode discusses:<\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 Bike handling tips for new riders<br \/>\n\u2022 How to bounce back after a crash<br \/>\n\u2022 How to build skills effectively<br \/>\n\u2022 How to bunny hop<br \/>\n\u2022 How to wheelie<br \/>\n\u2022 How to manual<br \/>\n\u2022 How to take switchbacks<br \/>\n\u2022 Which mountain bike should you get<br \/>\n\u2022 Should you train on your mountain bike or your road bike?<br \/>\n\u2022 What accessories make you a better rider<br \/>\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/286116841&amp;auto_play=false&amp;hide_related=false&amp;show_comments=true&amp;show_user=true&amp;show_reposts=false&amp;visual=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Special Interview with MTB Legend Geoff Kabush (Ep. 57)<\/h2>\n<h4>This episode discusses:<\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 How to race at a high level for a long time<br \/>\n\u2022 How to adapt to different race formats<br \/>\n\u2022 How pros approach base training<br \/>\n\u2022 How to train for endurance mountain bike racing<br \/>\n\u2022 How to prepare for an Epic Rides race<br \/>\n\u2022 Bike setup and training for mountain bike criteriums<br \/>\n\u2022 How much power it takes to win a pro mountain bike race<br \/>\n\u2022 What type of fitness do you need for mountain biking?<br \/>\n\u2022 Are power meters useful for mountain biking?<br \/>\n\u2022 How to use a power meter for mountain biking<br \/>\n\u2022 Should you pace yourself in a mountain bike race?<br \/>\n\u2022 How to set up your bike for mountain biking<br \/>\n\u2022 Are wider bars better?<br \/>\n\u2022 Which is faster: hard tails or full suspension?<br \/>\n\u2022 + more<br \/>\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/285296284&amp;auto_play=false&amp;hide_related=false&amp;show_comments=true&amp;show_user=true&amp;show_reposts=false&amp;visual=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Special Interview with DC Rainmaker (Ep. 56)<\/h2>\n<h4>This episode discusses:<\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 How to train for triathlon while traveling<br \/>\n\u2022 How to travel with your bike<br \/>\n\u2022 Running power meters<br \/>\n\u2022 How to measure the difference between two power meters<br \/>\n\u2022 DC Rainmaker&#8217;s indoor training tips<\/p>\n<p><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/284757692&amp;auto_play=false&amp;hide_related=false&amp;show_comments=true&amp;show_user=true&amp;show_reposts=false&amp;visual=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The <em>Ask a Cycling Coach<\/em> is the only podcast dedicated to making you a faster cyclist.\u00a0If you want answers to your most technical and unique training questions, this is the place to get them. Each week, the cycling authorities at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trainerroad.com\/?utm_source=TrainerRoad%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=TrainerRoad%20Blog%20Content&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post%20%2FExclusive%20Interviews%20to%20Fuel%20Your%20Cycling%20Obession&amp;utm_content=%22TrainerRoad%22\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TrainerRoad<\/a> gather for a roundtable discussion to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/ask-cycling-coach-trainerroad\/id1035433041?mt=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Subscribe to the podcast iTunes<\/a>\u00a0or <a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/trainerroad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">follow TrainerRoad on Soundcloud<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From DC Rainmaker to Scott Tietzel of Cuore Cycling Apparel, here are six interviews featuring some of cycling&#8217;s brightest minds you won\u2019t hear anywhere else. 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