Global Cycling Network

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  S2 Ep21: Is The Tour De France About To Be Reduced To Just 16 Days? | GCN Racing News Show 05.10.2026 19min

  In this week’s GCN Racing News Show, we dive into leaked UCI documents detailing major proposed changes to professional cycling, including shorter Grand Tours, budget caps, and smaller peloton sizes. We also recap all the dramatic action from the European Championships in Slovenia, where Remco Evenepoel and Demi Vollering claimed European road titles. Plus, we cover the latest rider transfer news, rumours, and highlights from recent one-day races across Europe.
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  S2 Ep20: Could Spain's New Cycling Rules Make It A Cycling Paradise? | GCN Show Ep. 716 29.09.2026 38min

  Spain is introducing major new road regulations designed to protect cyclists and encourage safer driving, prompting us to ask: could Spain become the absolute best place in the world to ride a bike? We also dive into all the highlights from the UCI Road World Championships in Montreal, including Brandon McNulty and Demi Vollering’s huge victories. Plus, we cover breaking news on the UCI reviewing its frame design rules, a brand-new 14-speed wireless groupset, and this week's best Hacks & Bodges!💥 WIN 👉  https://gcn.eu/GCNSelleSanMarco#AD 🤝 @‌sellesanmarco1935 
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  S2 Ep19: No Pogačar, No Control: The UCI World Championships Was CRAZY! | GCN Racing News Show 28.09.2026 15min

  The World Road Championships in Montreal delivered absolute chaos! From tactical masterclasses to surprising upsets, we break down every twist and turn of the Elite Men’s and Women’s road races. Plus, we look at Team USA's rise, the latest in the professional transfer market, and the major UCI announcement about the future of bike design.
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  S2 Ep18: 32" Wheels Are Here, But Does Anyone Want Them? |GCN Show Ep. 715 22.09.2026 42min

  Is the cycling world about to be turned upside down by 32-inch wheels? Join Dan and Si on this week's GCN Show as they dive into the emergence of 32ers in gravel and mountain biking, Mathieu van der Poel’s unbelievable 175km solo victory, and the latest UCI nutrition guidelines. Plus, we look at new Shimano pedals, gravel multi-stage racing in Scotland, and showcase a legendary custom chain whip!💥 WIN 👉  https://gcn.eu/GCNSelleSanMarco
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  S2 Ep17: 175KM ALONE! 😱 Mathieu Van Der Poel Does The IMPOSSIBLE Before Worlds! | GCN Racing News Show. 21.09.2026 12min

  Welcome back to the GCN Racing News Show! This week, we dive deep into the UCI Road World Championships in Montreal. We analyse the incredible time trial performances that made history, discuss Mathieu van der Poel’s jaw-dropping 175km solo breakaway in Luxembourg, and break down the latest transfer market shake-ups.
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  S1 Ep714: The Surprising Science of Why Group Riding Gets You Fitter | GCN Show Ep. 714 15.09.2026 41min

  Can riding in a group actually improve your performance and raise your pain threshold? This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the science behind "social energetics" and how group rides let you push harder without it feeling harder. Plus, we cover the latest Vuelta race updates, Zwift news, and e-bike regulation changes!💥 WIN 👉 https://gcn.eu/Elitewheelscompetition
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  S2 Ep16: Enric Mas Silences The Critics & Landismo Is Back At La Vuelta! | GCN Racing News Show 14.09.2026 19min

  Enric Mas pulls off an incredible victory at La Vuelta, but the decision to neutralise GC times on the final stage has sparked major debate. Plus, we look at standout performances from Primoz Roglič, Wout van Aert, and the Grand Prix races in Quebec and Montreal as the UCI World Championships approach.
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  S1 Ep713: Is Gravel Riding Just For Old People? | GCN Show Ep. 713 08.09.2026 46min

  In this week’s GCN Show, we dive into the data to find out if gravel cycling is truly a sport for the older generation or if the "young guns" are starting to take over. We compare gravel racing demographics to marathon running to see which sport offers more longevity and why endurance seems to peak later in life. Plus, we’ve got the latest in ultra-endurance world records, e-bike law controversies, and a roadside "zip-tie" chain fix that you won’t want to miss!💥 WIN 👉 https://gcn.eu/Elitewheelscompetition
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  S2 Ep15: Watch Out At The UCI Worlds, Wout Van Aert Is READY! | GCN Racing News Show 07.09.2026 15min

  Enric Mas is on the verge of a historic home victory at La Vuelta a España, but can he hold off his GC rivals in the final week? We break down a dominant second week of racing where Wout van Aert has returned to terrifyingly good form ahead of the World Championships. Plus, we discuss the massive news regarding Tadej Pogačar’s contract extension through 2032 and round up all the action from the Tour of Britain and the ZLM Tour.Support for Ezra Caudell and Family  👉https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-ezra-caudell-and-family
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  Pogačar’s Out, But How Does He Compare…? | GCN Show Ep. 712 01.09.2026 16min
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  Is Tadej Pogačar Out For The Rest Of The Season? | GCN Racing News Show 01.09.2026 16min

  Shockwaves hit the cycling world this week as Tadej Pogačar crashed out of La Vuelta a España, leaving his 2026 season in doubt. We dive into the tactical shift for Enric Mas and Primož Roglič as the battle for the red jersey becomes anyone's game. Plus, we cover Tom Pidcock’s masterclass at the MTB World Championships, the European Gravel results, and a massive wave of transfer news.
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  S1 Ep711: Cycling Shorter But Harder Makes It Better For Your Health | GCN Show Ep. 711 25.08.2026 46min

  New research suggests that the way you ride might be preventing you from unlocking maximum health benefits; we dive into the science of sprints vs. steady-state cycling to find out more. We also bid a fond farewell to the legendary Julian Alaphilippe following his shock retirement announcement and check in on a man cycling from India to Everest on just one wheel. Plus, we’ve got new tech from Wahoo and Van Rysel, racing updates from the Vuelta, and your weekly dose of Hacks and Bodges!
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  S2 Ep13: Pogačar Finally Defeated - By The Weather | GCN Racing News Show 25.08.2026 19min

  This week on GCN Racing News, we dive into a chaotic start to La Vuelta where Tadej Pogačar has already claimed the Red Jersey despite the race being neutralised by extreme weather and massive hailstorms. We also recap the Lloyds Tour of Britain, where Lorena Wiebes showed incredible dominance in the sprints while Kim Le Court secured a historic overall title. Finally, we wrap up the week’s results from the Renewi and Deutschland Tours, cover the latest transfer news, and say a fond farewell to Julian Alaphilippe following his retirement announcement.
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  S2 Ep12: The UCI Needs to Act Now | GCN Show Ep. 710 18.08.2026 47min

  This week on the GCN Show, we discuss the tragic loss of another young pro and ask if the UCI is doing enough to ensure rider safety. We also take a first look at the new Trek Domane Gen 5 and a high-speed e-bike capable of reaching a staggering 120kph. Plus, we have your weekly dose of "Hack or Bodge," including a "gym-bro" double-pedal bike and some very questionable stick handlebars!
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  S2 Ep11: Another Racing Tragedy - This Needs To Stop | GCN Racing News Show 17.08.2026 16min

  We begin this week’s GCN Racing News by paying tribute to Finlay Tarling, a talented young rider whose tragic loss during the Volta a Portugal has left the cycling world in mourning. Our deepest sympathies go out to Finlay’s family, friends, and the NCN development team as the global community comes together to honour his memory. This episode also reflects on the week’s racing results from Hamburg and the Czech Tour, alongside the latest updates from the professional transfer market.
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  S1 Ep709: Has This Man Changed Ultra Endurance Forever?! | The GCN Show 709 11.08.2026 33min

  This week on the GCN Show, we investigate how Victor Bosoini and Robin Gemperle are shattering ultra-endurance records by choosing sleep over suffering. We also recap the thrilling finale of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift and the bizarre "Wonderbra" aero-padding controversy that led to new UCI clothing checks. Plus, we cover Valtteri Bottas’s qualification for the Gravel World Championships and a miraculous bike recovery thanks to an Apple AirTag.💥 WIN 👉  https://gcn.eu/GCNCeramicSpeedCompetition 💥
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  S2 Ep10: Undisputed! How Vollering Stole The Yellow Jersey In Epic Tour de France Finale | Racing News Show 10.08.2026 17min

  Demi Vollering has made history as the first woman to win two editions of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, but the victory was clouded by tactical drama on the road to Nice. We break down the "blocking" controversy between Vollering, Niewiadoma, and FDJ-Suez, while also recapping dominant performances from the Tour of Poland and Vuelta a Burgos. Plus, we have the latest on rider transfers and some sad news regarding the future of a long-standing Belgian development team.
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  The 'Bikes' That Could Ruin Cycling For Everyone | GCN Show Ep. 708 04.08.2026 46min

  This week on the GCN Show, we discuss the controversial new e-bike laws in New Jersey and why the global crackdown on illegal e-bikes is creating a massive headache for the cycling industry. We also dive into a bizarre new "aero gain" involving padded bras that has the UCI in a spin, and catch up with Tadej Pogačar as he confirms his Vuelta participation—on a unicycle! Plus, we have the latest tech news from Shimano and Factor, and a huge giveaway from CeramicSpeed.
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  S2 Ep9: 4 Wins, 5 Days - Wout van Aert Is BACK! | GCN Racing News Show 03.08.2026 13min

  The Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift is underway, and Lorena Wiebes is proving exactly why she is the best sprinter in the world with a dominant start for SD Worx. We also dive into the controversial team tactics at UAE regarding Paula Blasi, Remco Evenepoel’s record-breaking ride in San Sebastian, and Wout van Aert’s return to the top step in Denmark. Plus, the transfer window is officially open, and we’ve got some shock moves to discuss involving Fabio Jakobsen and Mikel Landa!
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  S1 Ep707: Why The Tour de France Isn't What It Used To Be | GCN Show Ep. 707 28.07.2026 44min

  As the fastest Tour de France in history comes to a close, we ask the big question: has the race lost its status as the ultimate test of human endurance compared to the Transcontinental? We also dive into some of the strangest news of the week, from a Turkish governor losing his job over cycling kit to the heartbreaking story of a legal e-bike being destroyed by police. Plus, we look at new gravel shoes from Shimano, FiveDev's bike-merging tech, and another round of your wildest Hacks & Bodges.