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S1 Ep702: Is The Worlds Most Cycling Friendly Country Getting Hostile? | GCN Show Ep. 702 23.06.2026 45мин

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the controversial trials of speed limits on bike paths in the Netherlands and ask if they are actually enforceable. We also take a look at Canyon’s futuristic new "Predict" technology, featuring smart helmets and sensors that allow your bike to communicate with cars and traffic lights. Plus, we have the latest on Lael Wilcox’s record attempt, Sarah Ruggins’ monumental ride, and a breakdown of why Mathieu van der Poel was fined for his podium attire.

S2 Ep3: Pogi Says He’s Better Than Ever, And We Have No Reason To Doubt Him. | GCN Racing News Show 22.06.2026 16мин

In this week's GCN Racing News, we analyze Tadej Pogačar's incredible performance at the Tour de Suisse and what his "better than ever" form means for the upcoming Tour de France. We also discuss the massive blow for Team Visma | Lease a Bike as Wout van Aert is confirmed to miss the Tour due to injury. Plus, we round up a packed week of racing including the Women's Tour de Suisse, the Tour of Belgium, and Tom Pidcock's victory in Andorra.

S1 Ep701: Remco Won't Win The Tour de France, But His Numbers Should | GCN Show Ep. 701 16.06.2026 42мин

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into Remco Evenepoel’s staggering 425-watt FTP and discuss why durability might be the missing piece of the puzzle for him to beat Pogačar and Vingegaard in Grand Tours. Plus, we catch up on Lael Wilcox's round-the-world record attempt, discuss Zwift's ambitious new junior talent program, and take a look at Chris Froome's new aqua bike career.⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️00:00 - Welcome to the GCN Show02:00 - Remco Evenepoel's 425W FTP06:14 - Can You Train Fatigue Resistance?16:56 - Cycling Shorts & Zwift's Junior Team18:00 - Lael Wilcox & Ultra-Endurance Updates20:20 - Chris Froome's Aqua Bike Race21:30 - Tech News & The Empire State Trail25:10 - Hacks and Bodges30:08 - Caption Competition40:24 - End of Show Nugget: Surströmming ForfeitUseful Links:Join this channel to get access to perks 👉 https://gcn.eu/JoinYTmembershipsSubscribe so you don’t miss a thing! 👉 https://gcn.eu/subscribeInsurance: Viewers in the USA and UK can explore GCN Insurance products 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNinsuranceSign Up To The GCN Newsletter 👉 https://gcn.eu/NewsletterGCN Uploader 👉 https://gcn.eu/gcnuploaderVisit the GCN Shop 👉 https://gcn.eu/gcnshopGCN WhatsApp Channel 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNwhatsappGCN Instagram Broadcast Channel 👉 https://gcn.eu/instagrambroadcastJoin the GCN Club on Zwift and ride with us! 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNClubRidesDo you think Remco Evenepoel can improve his durability and fatigue resistance enough to beat Pogačar and Vingegaard at the Tour de France, or is it mostly down to genetics? 👇Watch more on GCN...📹 Watch our Editor’s Choice Playlist 👉 https://gcn.eu/editorschoice📹 Or why not check out our Features Playlist 👉 https://gcn.eu/gcnfeatures 🎵 Music - licensed by Epidemic Sound 🎵#gcn #cycling #roadcycling #roadbike #bike #bikes #bikelife #gcnshow #tourdefrance📸 Photos - © Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images & © Sirotti ImagesThe Global Cycling Network (GCN) is the largest online cycling channel in the world, bringing together a global community of road cyclists to celebrate everything that’s great about the world of cycling.Our videos bring fans compelling daily content, including expert tutorials, techniques, training, racing, cutting-edge bike tech, unparalleled behind-the-scenes event coverage, humour, entertainment, and more.Presented by ex-pro riders, GCN offers a uniquely qualified insight into the world of cycling, and most importantly, it’s fuelled by our passionate and enthusiastic fans – everyone who makes up the GCN community. We also bring the latest and greatest tech to your attention, showcase the best places in the world to ride and get exclusive access to events and races.Welcome to the Global Cycling Network | Inside CyclingThanks to our sponsors:Canyon Bikes: http://gcn.eu/-CanyonOrbea Bikes: http://gcn.eu/OrbeaPinarello Bikes: https://gcn.eu/PinarelloTopeak Tools: http://gcn.eu/TopeakCamelBak: https://gcn.eu/CamelbakPirelli Tyres: https://gcn.eu/PirelliHunt Bike Wheels: https://gcn.eu/HuntWahoo Fitness: http://gcn.eu/Wahoo-Fitness Park Tool: http://gcn.eu/-parktoolSelle Italia: https://gcn.eu/SelleItaliaZwift: https://gcn.eu/ZwiftGtechniq: https://gcn.eu/GtechniqCore Body Temperature: https://gcn.eu/corebodytempPrecision Fuel & Hydration: https://gcn.eu/precisionhydrationElitewheels: https://gcn.eu/ElitewheelsCeramicSpeed: https://gcn.eu/GCNCeramicSpeedHJC Sports: https://gcn.eu/hjcsportsShimano: https://gcn.eu/shimanoCyclowax: https://gcn.eu/cyclowaxSena: https://gcn.eu/SenacyclingPrinceton Carbon Works: https://gcn.eu/princetoncarbonworksP1 Race Technologies: https://gcn.eu/p1racetechnologiesWatch our sister channels:GCN Tech - https://www.youtube.com/@gcntech GCN Racing - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnracing Global Triathlon Network - https://www.youtube.com/@gtn GCN Italia - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnitalia GCN en Español - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenespanol GCN auf Deutsch - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnaufdeutsch GCN en Français - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenfrancais GCN Training - https://www.youtube.com/@gcntraining Global Mountain Bike Network - https://youtube.com/@gmbnGMBN Tech - https://www.youtube.com/@gmbntech Electric Mountain Bike Network - https://www.youtube.com/@embn

S2 Ep2: Is This The Craziest Win In Pro Cycling?! | GCN Racing News Show 15.06.2026 15мин

This week on the GCN Racing News Show, we dive into the incredible 425-watt FTP revealed by Remco Evenepoel and analyse what his power-to-weight ratio means for his Grand Tour ambitions against Pogačar and Vingegaard. We also break down a massive warning shot fired by UAE Team Emirates ahead of the Tour de France, with Isaac Del Toro continuing to prove he is a pure racer and winner.🇫🇷 New Maillot Jaune prints! 👉 https://gcn.eu/MaillotJaune⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️00:00 - Intro00:49 - Liam Slock’s Memorable Photo Finish01:13 - LA Olympics Road Race Route Announced01:40 - Seixas Pulls Out & UAE Dominance06:52 - Ineos Grenadiers' GC Struggles08:12 - Visma & Wout van Aert's Sprint Success09:43 - GCN Shop!10:22 - Copenhagen Sprint & Tour des Pyrénées12:30 - Analysing Remco’s Power-to-Weight RatioDo you think Evenepoel has the power-to-weight ratio to go toe-to-toe with Pogačar and Vingegaard deep into the third week of the Tour de France? 👇🇫🇷Useful Links:Subscribe and don’t miss a thing! 👉 https://gcn.eu/subscribe-racingVisit the GCN Shop 👉 https://gcn.eu/gcnshopInsurance: Viewers in the USA and UK can explore GCN Insurance products 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNinsuranceSign Up To The GCN Newsletter 👉 https://gcn.eu/NewsletterGCN Training Plans 👉 https://gcn.eu/gcntpGCN WhatsApp Channel 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNwhatsappGCN Instagram Broadcast Channel 👉 https://gcn.eu/instagrambroadcast🎵 Music - licensed by Epidemic Sound 🎵📸 Photos - © Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images & © Sirotti ImagesBrought to you by the world’s biggest cycling channel, the Global Cycling Network (GCN), GCN Racing brings you the best of the world’s bike races to your screens. So get involved, join us, and get ready to be in the thick of the action.Engage with us on the channel and across social media – we’re here to answer every question you’ve got on cycling racing.Facebook: https://gcn.eu/FBGCNRacingInstagram: https://gcn.eu/IG-GCNRacingTwitter: https://gcn.eu/TW-GCNRacingWatch our sister channels:Global Cycling Network - https://www.youtube.com/@gcn GCN Tech - https://www.youtube.com/@gcntech GCN Racing - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnracing Global Triathlon Network - https://www.youtube.com/@gtn GCN Italia - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnitalia GCN en Español - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenespanol GCN auf Deutsch - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnaufdeutsch GCN en Français - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenfrancais GCN Training - https://www.youtube.com/@gcntraining Global Mountain Bike Network - https://youtube.com/@gmbnGMBN Racing - https://youtube.com/@gmbnracingGMBN Tech - https://www.youtube.com/@gmbntech Electric Mountain Bike Network - https://www.youtube.com/@embn

S2 Ep1: Vingegaard’s Master Tactician Just Left. What Does It Mean For Visma? | GCN Racing News Show 10.06.2026 14мин

Dan dives into the massive management shakeup as Grischa Niermann leaves Visma-Lease a Bike for Lidl-Trek, replacing long-time manager Luca Guercilena. He's also recapping an unforgettable Giro d'Italia Women where Demi Vollering cemented her status as the cannibal of women's cycling with a dramatic GC victory. Plus, he catches up on the gruelling start to the Critérium du Dauphiné and looks at some eye-watering sprint data from Arnaud De Lie!⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️00:00 - Intro & Headlines01:05 - Vollering Wins the Giro GC05:23 - Visma & Lidl-Trek Management Bombshells09:07 - Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Kicks Off11:33 - Ben Oliver's European Breakout 13:07 - Arnaud De Lie's 1000W Sprint15:01 - Weekend Sprint Classics Results

S1 Ep700: Forget The Tour de France, This Is The Toughest Race Of The Year | GCN Show Ep. 700 09.06.2026 39мин

Celebrate our 700th episode as we dive into Lael Wilcox’s incredible around-the-world record attempt and the latest "hot tech" spotted at the Critérium du Dauphiné. We break down the UCI's newest equipment bans—including restrictions on head unit sizes and aerodynamic jersey pockets—and explore the controversial "altitude bed" performance hack. Plus, we check out a new 18+ LEGO cycling set and the usual Hack or Bodge!Become a member 👉 https://gcn.eu/JoinYTmembershipsChapters: ⏱️00:00 - Welcome to Episode 700!01:08 - New UCI Rules: Head Units & Aero Pockets02:32 - Around The World In 78 Days: Lael Wilcox08:43 - Women Dominating Ultra-Endurance12:02 - LEGO's New 18+ Cycling Toy13:00 - The "Altitude Bed" & B12 Supplement Study15:03 - New Pro Tech At The Dauphiné16:46 - New Pirelli Gravel Tires and UCI rules20:50- Hack/Bodge Of The Week25:50 - Caption Competition & Pro Pronunciations28:19 - Comment of the Week37:12 - Nugget

S1 Ep699: The Illegal Bike That Got A Rider Thrown Off The Giro | GCN Show Ep. 699 02.06.2026 46мин

This week, Si and Dan are diving into the controversy surrounding the UCI's strict 6.8kg minimum bike weight rule after one rider was disqualified for being just 20 grams underneath it! They're also wrapping up the biggest tech talking points and wild tactics from Unbound Gravel, looking at the rise of the massive 32-inch wheel standard (?!), and debate night-time cycling visibility. PLUS a really quite exceptional Super Nugget for the 16 who make it there! 👀⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️00:00 - Welcome to the GCN Show!01:01 - The 20g UCI Bike Weight Disqualification15:06 - Cycling Shorts: Unbound Gravel Tech & Tactics19:07 - Are 32-Inch Wheels The Future of Gravel & MTB?20:58 - Race News22:14 - Road Safety & New Cargo Bike Collab!27:04 - Hack / Bodge32:53 - Caption Competition35:27 - Comments Of The Week42:43 - Super Nugget!

S1 Ep698: How Weak (Or Strong) Are Cyclists? | GCN Show Ep. 698 26.05.2026 34мин

In this week's GCN Show, we dive into the age-old debate of strength versus power and ask: are professional cyclists actually "weak" in the traditional sense? We take a look at the latest pro power data from the Giro d’Italia and explore why more riders are now incorporating heavy gym work into their training. Plus, we cover the latest headlines, including SRAM’s legal victory against the UCI over gear ratios, a 93-year-old tackling Unbound 200, and an auction for Albert Einstein’s bike saddle!Chapters: ⏱️00:00 - Welcome to the GCN Show01:31 - Pro Power Data from the Giro02:27 - Are Pro Cyclists Weak? (Power vs. Strength)04:50 - The Rise of the "Gym Bro" Cyclist07:58 - Our Final Verdict on Strength09:19 - 93-Year-Old Fred Schmid’s Unbound Attempt11:46 - Tech News: Hunt Wheels & Einstein’s Saddle14:19 - Hack or Bodge of the Week16:04 - Caption Competition & Comments of the Week

S1 Ep697: Group Rides vs Solo Riding: Which Is Actually Better? | GCN Show Ep. 697 19.05.2026 34мин

This week on the GCN Show, we’re coming to you from beautiful Western Australia to dive into the world of "bunch" riding and debate whether solo training or group rides are better for your fitness. We bring you the latest updates from the Giro d’Italia and the intense 7 Gravel race in Nanup, where the team faced some unexpected challenges. Plus, we explore new tech from Tailfin and Enve, share a science-backed tip for boosting stem cells, and check out your latest submissions for Hack or Bodge! Win a Cyclowax Performance Wax Kit and Limited Edition GCN Race Wax!👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNCyclowaxCompetitionChapters: ⏱️00:00 - Intro & Whale Watching in Australia00:52 - Group Riding vs Solo: Which Is Better?10:57 - Cycling Shorts: Giro d’Italia News12:41 - 7 Gravel Race Highlights & FKT Records15:01 - Science News: Intervals & Stem Cells15:33 - New Tech: Tailfin & Enve Wheels16:39 - Cyclowax Giveaway17:54 - Hack vs Bodge25:28 - Caption Competition26:57 - Your Comments of the Week

S1 Ep696: Does Gravel Racing Have A Cheating Problem | The GCN Show Ep. 696 12.05.2026 40мин

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the controversial world of gravel and ultra-endurance racing following allegations of course-cutting and illegal support in major European events. We also investigate the mysterious sabotage of Ollie Bridgewood’s bike at the Fred Whitton Challenge and take a look at the brand-new Canyon Endurace models. Plus, we celebrate a father-son duo breaking three world records and catch up on the latest racing results from the Giro d’Italia and the Women’s Vuelta.

S1 Ep695: Teenager Paul Seixas IS Racing The Tour de France, But Is It A Good Idea? | GCN Show Ep. 695 05.05.2026 41мин

In this week's GCN Show, we discuss the bombshell news that 19-year-old French phenomenon Paul Seixas is set to make his debut at this year's Tour de France. We also dive into the latest tech from The Traka, including a first look at the new Campagnolo Record 13 Wireless group set and prototype gravel bikes from Canyon and Factor. Plus, we look at Tadej Pogačar’s new "gym bro" physique and the growing controversy surrounding e-bike bans on outdoor trails.

S1 Ep694: Is The World’s Most Bike Friendly Country About To Make A HUGE Mistake? | GCN Show Ep. 694 28.04.2026 48мин

This week on the GCN Show, we investigate the surprising rise in cycling accidents in the Netherlands and ask if the world’s safest cycling nation is about to change its stance on helmets. We also explore how Olympic Champion Kristen Faulkner built her own AI system to optimize her performance and take a look at Tadej Pogačar’s brand-new Colnago TT bike.Win a Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT 3 GPS Headunit! 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNWahooCompetition

S1 Ep693: The UCI Is Banning Expensive Bikes, And We’re All For It! | GCN Show Ep. 693 21.04.2026 42мин

The UCI is taking a stand against the technological escalation of ultra-expensive cycling tech by implementing strict price caps and commercial availability rules for the LA 2028 Olympics. In this week's GCN Show, Dan and Simon dive into what these new regulations mean for the future of track and road racing. Plus, we discuss Taylor Phinney’s surprise comeback, the results from the Amstel Gold Race, and why President Macron is getting involved in the pro cycling transfer market.

S1 Ep692: 6 Things We Learnt From The Fastest Paris-Roubaix's Ever! | GCN Show Ep. 692 14.04.2026 46мин

Join the GCN team as they break down a record-breaking weekend at Paris-Roubaix and explore the six major lessons learned from the fastest edition in the race's history. We also dive into the latest tech news, including the controversy surrounding the new Canyon Endurace and some eye-wateringly expensive titanium mudguards. Finally, we look at how self-driving cars could help cyclists avoid potholes and feature your most ingenious (and questionable) submissions in Hacks & Bodges!

S1 Ep691: Pushing Human Limits.... Or Breaking Them? | GCN Show Ep 691 07.04.2026 40мин

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the mind-boggling world of ultra-endurance as Alex McCormack sets a new world record by riding over 3,800km in just one week. We sit down with Alex to discuss the physical toll of the attempt and debate whether these extreme challenges are pushing the limits of safety too far.#AD Win 1 of 3 HJC Bellus 2 Helmets thanks to HJC Sports https://gcn.eu/HJCBellusCompetitionChapters: ⏱️00:00 - Welcome to the GCN Show00:51 - 3,826km in a Week: World Record!04:58 - Interview: Alex McCormack07:41 - Is Cycling Getting More Dangerous?13:41 - Cycling Shorts: Flanders Recap16:40 - Pogačar’s Sticky Bottle & Train Drama18:32 - 32-inch Wheels & Zwift Gravel21:43 - HJC Helmet Giveaway22:42 - Hack or Bodge of the Week33:41 - Comments of the Week & Paris-Roubaix Preview

S1 Ep690: Is This The Death Of Road Cycling - And The Future For Gravel? | GCN Show Ep. 690 31.03.2026 40мин

This week on the GCN Show, we discuss the controversial reality that budget-strapped councils are considering returning deteriorating paved roads back to gravel, and what that means for the future of road bikes. We also dive into fascinating new data to discover which age group rides the furthest on average, and take a look at the newly released Felt Nexar aero bike...🤍 WIN a Selle Italia 3D SLR saddle in Opal White 👉 https://gcn.eu/SelleItaliaOpalWhiteCompetitionGCN⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️00:00 - Intro00:44 - This Week In The World Of Cycling...02:00 - The End of Paved Roads?09:31 - Cycling Shorts14:30 - Which Age Group Cycles the Furthest?18:12 - Hack/Bodge25:34 - Caption Competition29:04 - Comment of the Week39:02 - Cycling Nuggets

S1 Ep689: It's Official: Tadej Pogačar Is The GOAT. This Is Why | GCN Show Ep. 689 24.03.2026 45мин

This week on the GCN Show, we tackle the ultimate question in cycling: following his incredible Milano-Sanremo victory, is Tadej Pogačar already the greatest of all time? We also take a look at the stunning (and expensive) collaboration between Factor and Bugatti, alongside the latest tech news including 32-inch mountain bike wheels and new rubber from Pirelli. Finally, we catch up on the latest headlines from the pro peloton, including Nairo Quintana’s retirement and the trial regarding Alejandro Valverde.

S1 Ep688: The 5 Secret Habits Of Every Cyclist! - GCN Show Ep. 688 17.03.2026 34мин

This week on the GCN Show, we’re celebrating a massive new World Motorpaced Hour Record and the release of Cannondale’s latest aluminium offering, the CAAD14. We also dive into the "weird" habits that unite all cyclists - from window reflection checks to the dreaded Lycra school run - and discuss the latest pro racing action from Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico. Plus, Dan and Si have a huge announcement regarding a trip to Australia for a very special gravel race!Chapters:00:00 - Intro 00:36 - Jonas Cycling Attire & Si’s Haircut 03:38 - Cyclist Habits09:28 - New Motorpaced Hour Record10:41 - Fighting Crime on Two Wheels11:06 - The New Cannondale CAAD1413:13 - Pro Racing: Paris-Nice & Tirreno17:13 - HJC Helmet & Jersey Limited Edition18:08 Win A Vision Metron 60 SL Wheelset!18:36 - Hack or Bodge?24:14 - Caption Competition27:00 - Your Comments & E-Bike Chat32:00 - The Nugget: GCN Goes To Australia!

S1 Ep687: Why A Heavier Cyclist Is A Better Cyclist | GCN Show Ep. 687 10.03.2026 44мин

Tadej Pogačar looks unstoppable after his Strade Bianche masterclass, but is his new "beefier" physique the secret to his success? This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the data suggesting that gaining weight might actually be the next big marginal gain in pro cycling. We also check out 5 brand-new bike launches from Giant, Merida, and Bianchi, find out which bike Ed Sheeran just bought, and Dan compares his Strava times to Pogačar on the infamous Le Tolfe climb!

S1 Ep686: Are Pogačar And Van Der Poel From Another Planet? | GCN Show Ep. 686 03.03.2026 43мин

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the incredible dominance of riders like Tadej Pogačar and Mathieu van der Poel, asking if they are truly "extraterrestrial" compared to the rest of the peloton. We also bring you the first look at the brand-new Shimano Tiagra groupset and discuss a controversial UCI disqualification involving bent brake levers. Plus, we celebrate a massive 1-million-bike milestone with World Bicycle Relief and unbox a very special surprise from YouTube!