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The veloccino cycling podcast from the heart of the Chiltern Hills. Your hosts Mike Williams, Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt invite you to play a fly on the wall during light-hearted conversations with fascinating people from all aspects of the cycling universe. We are taking our guest along the scenic route to dig a little bit deeper and find out more about their individual story. Hold on tight and enjoy the ride, because the best stories have not yet been ridden!
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In this gripping episode of the Veloccino Cycling Podcast, we embark on an extraordinary journey with Vera Vilaca and Frankie Hall, two prodigious talents from Das Hutchinson Brother UK team, whose stories are yet to be ridden to their fullest. With former triathlete Vera racing for the first time for a UK based team and Frankie shifting gears to evolve her journey within the sport, their narratives are imbued with resilience, adaptation, and relentless pursuit of passion. As they balance the rigors of training with academic pursuits in sports science and medicine, their conversation unfolds the unexplored facets of professional cycling—from the essence of team dynamics to the exhilaration of international competitions. Join us as Vera and Frankie unveil their laughter-filled yet profoundly insightful experiences, setting a course for future aspirations with unyielding optimism. Their journey is a vivid illustration of Veloccino's belief: the best stories are indeed yet to be ridden.
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In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the life of John Bull, a founding member of the Claydon Cycling Club, whose journey into the cycling world began under challenging circumstances. Diagnosed with epilepsy, John found himself unable to continue driving, a turn of events that propelled him towards finding an alternative mode of transportation. This necessity led him to discover not just a means to commute but a profound passion for cycling.
John's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the unexpected paths life can lead us down. Cycling became more than just a way to get around; it became a source of freedom, therapy, and community. John shares his insights into how cycling helped him navigate the complexities of living with epilepsy, offering a message of hope and empowerment to others facing similar challenges.
As the conversation unfolds, John provides a glimpse into the workings of the Claydon Cycling Club, emphasising the inclusive and supportive environment he strives to foster. The club not only serves as a gathering place for cycling enthusiasts but also as a beacon for those looking to overcome personal challenges through the power of community and shared interest.
The episode is peppered with practical advice for running a successful cycling club, from organising events to ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers. John's approachable demeanour and genuine passion for cycling shine through, making it clear that Claydon Cycling Club is more than just a group of cyclists.
This podcast episode, aims to highlight the incredible journey of John Bull, showcasing how adversity can lead to discovering new passions and building communities. John's story is a powerful reminder that sometimes, the most challenging roads lead to the most beautiful destinations.
Keywords: Cycling, Epilepsy Awareness, Community Sports Clubs, Personal Growth, Resilience, Therapy Through Sport
Engage with the full episode to explore the depths of John's inspiring story and consider sharing your experiences with overcoming obstacles. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or someone just considering taking up the sport, John Bull's tale is a compelling invitation to explore how cycling can offer more than just physical benefits—it can be a pathway to healing, growth, and connection.
Welcome to the veloccino Cycling Podcast, where host Niels Schnadt invites you on an exhilarating journey through the world of cycling. In this captivating episode, Niels is joined by esteemed guests Tiffany Keepe and Charlotte Hodgkins-Byrne, as they share their inspiring tales of passion, perseverance, and personal growth.
As the discussion unfolds, listeners are treated to a fascinating exploration of diverse themes revolving around the cycling world and the remarkable personal journeys of our guests.
Tiffany Keep, a versatile cyclist with a wealth of achievements in mountain biking and road racing, captivates us with her journey from the breathtaking landscapes of Stellenbosch, South Africa, to the podiums of the African Games. Her story not only showcases the vibrant youth cycling scene in South Africa but also underscores the importance of community support and family encouragement in nurturing a passion for the sport.
Meanwhile, Charlotte Hodgkins-Byrne, transitioning from a successful rowing career to cycling, shares her inspiring tale of resilience and reinvention. From her triumphs at the Olympics in Tokyo and the senior Europeans to her gold medals at the under-23 worlds, Charlotte’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of pursuing one’s true passions.
Our guests delve into the mental aspects of elite sports, offering valuable insights into overcoming self-doubt and embracing the pursuit of personal fulfilment. Their candid anecdotes and heartfelt reflections resonate deeply, inspiring listeners to embrace challenges with courage and determination.
Beyond individual narratives, this episode of the veloccino Cycling Podcast urges listeners to focus on the sheer joy and love of the sport itself. Tiffany and Charlotte’s stories serve as a powerful reminder of the resilience and adaptability inherent in the human spirit.
Join Niels Schnadt and his esteemed guests on the veloccino Cycling Podcast as they unravel the intricacies of the cycling world, weaving together tales of triumph, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of passion. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a sports enthusiast, this episode promises to ignite your spirit and reignite your love for the open road.
Don’t miss out on this enriching experience that celebrates the indomitable spirit of the human pursuit of excellence. Happy listening!
In this exhilarating episode of the Veloccino Cycling Podcast, your hosts Niels Schnadt and Gemma Felstead take you on a journey to the scenic landscapes of Scotland, where they share their unforgettable experiences associated with two prestigious cycling championships. Gemma Felstead takes center stage as she recounts her incredible journey at the UCI World Gran Fondo Championships in Perth, Scotland. With determination and grit, Gemma secured an impressive 11th place finish in her age group, proudly standing as the 3rd top British rider. Join us as Gemma shares the highs, lows, and the sheer thrill of participating in this world-class event, offering a glimpse into the passion that fuels her cycling pursuits. While Gemma's story unfolds on the challenging Gran Fondo course, Niels Schnadt, the ever-adventurous co-host with the funny accent, takes on a different role. Niels attended the XCO Mountainbike World Championships at the renowned Glenntress in Scotland, obviously not as a competitor, but as a devoted fan boy and spectator. During his time there, he had the pleasure of meeting some previous podcast guests who were actually racing in the championships. Tune in as Niels shares the excitement of being on the sidelines, cheering for these incredible athletes and catching up with familiar faces in the cycling community. Whether you're an avid cyclist or simply drawn to tales of determination, this episode of Veloccino Cycling Podcast promises to inspire and entertain. Gemma and Niels weave their personal narratives into a tapestry of passion, dedication, and the indomitable spirit of cycling. It's a journey that will leave you eager to saddle up and chase your own cycling dreams, wherever they may lead.
Welcome to the Veloccino Cycling Podcast, where the best stories have not yet been ridden! Join hosts Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt as they take you on an exciting journey through the world of cycling. In this special episode, recorded at the renowned Chiltern Velo cycling cafe, they had the incredible opportunity to sit down with three-times Olympic champion Ed Clancy OBE and gravel cyclist Jesse Yates. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the cafe as Gemma and Niels engage in a captivating conversation with Ed Clancy. Discover the highs and lows of his illustrious career, including his unexpected decision to retire during the Tokyo Olympics. Gain exclusive insights into the mindset of a true cycling legend. But the excitement doesn't stop there! The hosts also delve into the world of gravel riding with Jesse Yates. Uncover the thrill and adventure that comes with exploring the unbeaten paths on two wheels. Get ready to be inspired by Jesse's passion for gravel cycling and the incredible experiences it has to offer. Recorded amidst a lively barbecue at Chiltern Velo, following an epic road ride in the picturesque Chiltern Hills with riders from the Amersham Cycling Club, this episode brings together an exceptional group of cycling enthusiasts. A heartfelt thank you goes out to Chiltern Velo and CAMS for making this unforgettable experience possible. Tune in to the Veloccino Cycling Podcast on Spotify and join Gemma and Niels as they unravel untold cycling tales and share their passion for the sport. Don't miss out on the chance to explore uncharted cycling territories with captivating guests and fascinating stories. Get ready to pedal into the unknown and discover the magic that lies beyond the beaten path.
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Welcome to a captivating episode of the Veloccino Cycling Podcast, where we embark on thrilling discussions about the exhilarating world of Mallorca cycling adventures! Join hosts Niels Schnadt and guest co-host Steven Beckers as they share their personal experiences riding the most iconic routes on the island. In this episode, they are joined by Jules Bernie, the owner of Pro Am Cycle Hire Mallorca, for an engaging conversation.
Get ready for an immersive dialogue as Niels, Steven, and Jules recount their memorable rides on the legendary Sa Calobra climb. Hear their exhilarating stories, challenges faced, and the sheer beauty of conquering this iconic cycling route. Immerse yourself in their firsthand experiences as they bring this remarkable journey to life.
Embark on a picturesque journey as the hosts discuss their rides to the mesmerizing Formentor Lighthouse. Listen to their tales of breathtaking coastal roads, stunning vistas, and the awe-inspiring moments encountered along the way. Experience the magic of their rides through their vivid descriptions and infectious enthusiasm for Mallorca's natural beauty.
Additionally, Mallorca's reputation as a hub for endurance sports shines through as our hosts delve into their experiences with the Mallorca Half Ironman. Join them as they share their personal reflections on training, race-day excitement, and the incredible sense of achievement that comes with participating in this challenging event. Feel their passion as they recount the unforgettable moments from their own Mallorca Half Ironman journeys.
Of course, the Veloccino Cycling Podcast wouldn't be complete without lively and engaging cycling chat! Niels, Steven, and Jules exchange captivating stories, memorable encounters, and their shared love for cycling adventures in Mallorca. From the best pit stops to the hidden gems discovered along these renowned routes, this episode is a treasure trove of their cycling escapades.
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Get ready to immerse yourself in an enthralling podcast episode of the Veloccino Cycling Podcast as we ride the remarkable Sa Calobra, explore Formentor Lighthouse, and experience the Mallorca Half Ironman. Join us on this exhilarating journey fueled by our shared love for cycling and adventure in Mallorca.
Join hosts Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt on the Veloccino Cycling Podcast as they delve into the world of cycling culture and community. In this episode, they sit down with Martin, the owner of Chiltern Velo Cycling Cafe in Hawridge, to discuss the inspiration behind starting his unique cafe in the picturesque Chiltern Hills. Martin shares his story of how he brought his passion for cycling and cafe culture together to create a one-of-a-kind destination for cyclists and coffee lovers alike. Don't miss this episode if you're looking for insider tips and insights into the world of cycling, and learn why Chiltern Velo Cycling Cafe is a must-visit for any avid cyclist. Make sure to follow Chiltern Velo on all social media platforms at @chilternvelo. Tune in now to the Veloccino Cycling Podcast, the ultimate resource for all things cycling
Join Mike, Gemma, and Niels for a special Christmas episode of the Veloccino Cycling Podcast! This year, we've had the pleasure of speaking with some truly inspiring and informative guests on the show, and in this episode, we're looking back at some of our most memorable conversations.From professional cyclists to industry experts, we've learned so much from the people we've had on the show this year. In this episode, we'll be sharing highlights from our interviews, including personal stories, lessons learned, and practical advice for any cycling enthusiast.Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone in this episode. So grab a cup of cocoa, put on your favorite holiday sweater, and join us as we reflect on all the amazing guests we've had on Veloccino Cycling Podcast this year. Happy holidays, and here's to an even more exciting year of cycling in 2023 ... because remember... The best stories have not yet been ridden!
In this episode of the veloccino cycling podcast Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt had the pleasure to speak to Mark Harris from Cychemistry in Chesham.
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In this episode of the veloccino cycling podcast Niels Schnadt speaks to Jim Whewell from Wendover Beers. A local service that delivers selected beer from around the world via cargo bike right to your door step. Obviously this episode is not to encourage beer drinking at all but rather give you an idea what kind of services are out there in the Chilterns if you chose to drink responsibly every now and then. We discuss a lot of alcohol free beer and elaborate on cycling themed beer. Find Jim’s business on all social media channels with the handle @wendoverbeers
In this episode of the veloccino cycling podcast Niels Schnadt is chatting with Alex Miller who just recently won the first cycling medal for Namibia at the Commonwealth Games. Obviously there are a lot of fantastic events at the Commonwealth to watch, however Alex's medal winning run was Niels' absolute highlight which you might also realise while listening to the show. Alex has won multiple national titles in Cross Country Mountain biking as well as road racing. He also participated at the Tokyo Olympics, where the athletes had to participate in front of a very limited audience due to the Corona Virus. Follow Alex on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alex_mtb_miller/
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As part of our additional series “2 wheels 1000 stories” the veloccino cycling podcast crew speak to Charliiy Berry who currently rides for Spectra Wiggle p/b Vitus in the real world and along side Ashleigh Moolman Pasio on Zwift for the Rocacorba Collective. Charliiy has a numbers of fantastic race results to her name such as a Top ten finish at the 2021 Time trial national championships and is currently one of only a small number of elite racing license holders in the UK. Tune in to find out more about how Charliiy entered the sport, what drives and motivates her as well as how asking for “the why” has helped manoeuvring through really difficult times. Charliiy has recent shown great results at the tour series until a crash ended her tour for this year, ending up in breaking her collar bone. We will find out how to find motivation during her road to recovery and also talk about what the future will hopefully hold. Besides all of this you will obviously hear some insights from the veloccino head quarter. Audio Podcast: + On Apple: https://apple.co/3ITNonV + On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ARTRx6 Find it anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Video Podcast: + YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/veloccino Get in touch: + Podcast@veloccino.com + Our Instagram Account: http://instagram.com/veloccino Follow our show hosts here: Mike Williams: + http://instagram.com/mike.veloccino + Mike@veloccino.com Gemma Felstead: + http://instagram.com/g_felstead + Gemma@veloccino.com Niels Schnadt: + http://instagram.com/niels.veloccino + Niels@veloccino.com
Gemma and Niels have the chance to speak to Chris Lynn who runs the instagram account @myrunningheart
Despite living a really active lifestyle with running, canicross and cycling Chris was diagnosed with a heart condition that will need surgery.
While Chris was out riding his bike he overestimated his abilities just so slightly and came off his mountain bike.
The scan at the hospital where he expected some sort of rip injury brought the heart situation to surface.
Gem and Niels speak about how he deals with that diagnosis, how his life has to adapt and what advise Chris is giving other active people.
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In this episode of the veloccino cycling podcast Niels Schnadt and Gemma Felstead catch up with Dan Turner! You might have come across his Instagram profile @itsdanturner where Dan shared his journey from being unfit to really really fit! It is super impressive to learn how he just flipped the switch and went all in to change his life completely and is now after many running and ultra running adventures on the quest for his first full Ironman in Bolton. Audio Podcast: + On Apple: https://apple.co/3ITNonV + On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ARTRx6 Find it anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Video Podcast: + YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/veloccino Get in touch: + Podcast@veloccino.com + Our Instagram Account: http://instagram.com/veloccino Follow our show hosts here: Mike Williams: + http://instagram.com/mike.veloccino + Mike@veloccino.com Gemma Felstead: + http://instagram.com/g_felstead + Gemma@veloccino.com Niels Schnadt: + http://instagram.com/niels.veloccino + Niels@veloccino.com
In this episode of the veloccino Cycling Podcast, Gemma Felstead, Niels Schnadt and Mike Williams discuss how to organise a cycling trip to Mallorca. What are the things to consider and how much does it actually cost. Where should you stay and how to get there. Should you bring your bike or should you hire your bike? Lots of questions are brought up and we try to get to the bottom of it all. Tune in and please subscribe. Audio Podcast:
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It is the year 2022 and the Highway Code in the UK has changed recently! With the introduction of a couple of prioritising mechanisms and the rephrasing of paragraphs the new code is meant to keep everyone a little bit safer on the roads. For us as cyclists there are a couple of points we want to look into a bit deeper. We invited our dear friend Dean Powell, who is a driving instructor as well as fellow mountain biker over to get a couple of points straight, discuss the pros and cons of a couple of amendments and having a general balanced conversation.
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In this first episode of the veloccino Cycling Podcast in 2022, our hosts Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt have the chance to speak to ultra endurance cyclist Guy Stapleford. You will find out how cycling has helped him to overcome a life threatening unhealthy relationship with alcohol and what crazy cycling adventures Guy has undertaken since.
They will speak about Race Across America (RAM 2022), Everesting up Whiteleaf in the Chilterns and how finding your purpose can change your life for the better.
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The year comes to an end and we focus on the Finishline of 2021 with one of the most successful British womens teams! A fantastic Christmas show with a look back to this year’s race season and a look out to what’s coming up! Mike Williams & Niels Schnadt speak to the National Crit Champion Jo Tindley, Amy Gornall & Poppy Thompson about their first season racing for the Finishline Race Team and to add to the Christmas spirit sprinkle in some xmassy questions. Exactly one year ago we spoke to Rick Lister about his plans of starting a top GB womens team. Now one year on we have the chance to speak to some of the riders to reflect of the past season to see how it all played out, if this is not a perfect ending to 2021, what is? ----------------------------------------------------------------------- #FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM http://instagram.com/veloccino http://instagram.com/mike.veloccino http://instagram.com/g_felstead http://instagram.com/niels.veloccino http://instagram.com/bennyccino (the dog) ----------------------------------------------------------------------- #MORE DETAILS Find out more about us & the veloccino Cycling Podcast here: https://veloccino.com/cyclingpodcast Get your veloccino cycling apparel here: https://veloccino.com/shop Would you like to ride with us and join our club? Click here: https://veloccino.com/teamveloccino ----------------------------------------------------------------------- #GET IN TOUCH Podcast enquiries: podcast@veloccino.com Produced, Edited and Hosted by Gemma Felstead (Gemma@veloccino.com), Mike Williams (Mike@veloccino.com), Niels-Benjamin Schnadt (Niels@veloccino.com)
In this episode Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt speak to Tim Millikin. Tim is the author of the book “Reading to Reading” where he tells his story about his trip around the world on his bike. Tim is an adventurer and cycles crazy distances. Tune in to find out more! If you have any questions or feedback please send us an email to podcast@veloccino.com Please leave us a review on your podcast platform. Enjoy your ride! Cheers Your veloccino Cycling Podcast team
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Mike Williams, Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt meet to discuss how to support Gemma at her Age Group Cyclocross World Championship race in December in Suffolk! It is glamorous!
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Gemma speaks to Glen Whittington and Cameron Preece from the Challenge Tyres London and SE Cylco-cross league on all things CX! Glen shares an insight into what it takes to run the league, put on an event and promote and grow the sport for all. Cameron speaks about racing through the junior ranks from how to enter your first event to National Trophy rounds and the Nationals.
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Hey we are back from our summer break! The first episode starts with a fantastic story! Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt have the chance to speaknwith Chris Symonds who represents Ghana at the World Cycling Championships in Tine Trial. We will find out how Chris got into cycling, what the connection to Ghana is and how he experienced the Worlds in Flandern. Follow Chris on his Instagram to find some of the photos we refer to in this episode of the veloccino cycling podcast: @https://instagram.com/symondschris
In this episode Niels Schnadt and Mike Williams had the pure joy speaking to Issy Hill and Lucy Walker from Bristol about Bikepacking, the 3 rules of cycling, reading books while riding bikes and most importantly how they are preparing for the GBDuro.
The GBDuro is a self supported offroad bikepacking event from Land's End to John O'Groats via Wales.
We will find out how they are preparing for the event, what to think of when doing bikepacking, we find out what it takes to find the right partner to take on such a challenge, how they met and how they blame Colin for everything.
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In this veloccino Cycling Podcast episode Mike Williams, Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt are absolutely delighted to speak to their favourite cycling commentator Marty MacDonald. Marty is well known in the cycling community as the voice of women's racing (often as a team with Dani Rowe) and cyclo-cross on Eurosport and GCN Race Pass. Mike & Gemma have dipped their toes into commentating most recently and didn't want to miss this chance to speak to their favourite commentator to hopefully learn a thing or two. Marty has been commentating for the last 20 odd years and is one of those people that enter through a door or in our case dial into a Zoom call and immediately light up the room with their positive character! You will most certainly get dragged into our, at times, light hearted conversation about all thing commentating and women's racing. You will learn how Marty got into commentating and graphic design, how to live commentate a sprint finish and what the future potentially holds for him. Marty Thanks a lot from the team at veloccino for taking the time to chat to us. Please follow Marty on his social media channels. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martymactv/
This time Niels Schnadt and Gemma Felstead speak to Sam Gray who got recently diagnosed with Crohn's disease. Tune in and find out more about Crohn's, how to manage life receiving a diagnosis like this, invisible illnesses in general and the various challenges that come to cycling with an illness like Crohn's.
Thank you Sam for taking the time to chat to us. It was one of the most insightful episodes we have recorded so far in which we learnt an awful lot!
If you want to follow Sam in his journey please head over to Instagram: @Rhubarbara
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In this episode of the veloccino Cycling Podcast Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt have the chance to speak to Phil Bingham & Fran Whyte from VeloVixen - Home of Women's Cycling.
VeloVixen is a women specific online retailer, cycling platform and community. Since they have opened their doors in 2012 they have become the number one stop for women that either want to get into cycling or look for women's specific cycle clothing and gear.
We find out how that all started, what are the challenges, what are the differences to a more general cycling gear retailer and we want to find out what is next.
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Just a quick intro and trailer to give you an idea what the cycling podcast is about.
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In this episode Gemma Felstead has the chance to speak to Dean Kidd about his transformation process from living an unhealthy lifestyle to completing a full Ironman in Italy.
Tune in to this episode to hear more about the challenges Dean had to overcome and what had triggered the decision to turn his life upside down to conquer this journey. We learn how he had to get his whole family on board and the battles he had especially concerning finding the right diet.
Maybe you are currently also looking into changing your life or looking into some inspiration to start your New Year's resolution then this episode is for you! Get inspired by Dean and learn how he has managed his successful transformation from Zero to Ironman.
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In this week's episode of the veloccino Cycling Podcast, Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt have the chance to chat with Jakub Pieniazek.
Jakub is the Co-Owner of the Workshop Cafe in Palma de Mallorca and also a hugely successful cycling coach. He is the head coach of the Polish National handbike team and has helped his riders achieving stellar results on the global para stage and the Paralympics. Over the past couple of years he also supported some high profile international riders like Marta Lach and Stanisław Aniołkowski (who both won the Polish National Road Championship titles in 2020) as well as the CCC pro team as one of their coaches.
We learn how Jakub grew up in a small area in Poland, found his love for cycling, moved to the US without speaking English and finally moved to Mallorca where they opened the Workshop Cafe in Palma. Along the way he became a super high profile and successful cycling coach. Besides all of that he is a super fun person to spend time with!
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In this episode Gemma Felstead, Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt welcome three guests! Piotr Klin is going to attempt to brrak the Master's hour record in Mexoco in altitude. He works together on this attempt with his coach Mark Powell and a group of engineering students from the Warwick University. Hannah, one of the group of students is also a guest in this episode and helps to understand what tweaks can be done from a technical point of view to make Piotr as fast as possible!
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Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt speak to Rick Lister from Finishline Racing. Since this season was very light on bike racing due to Covid19, Gemma & Niels felt the urge to bring a bit more racing flavour into the podcast. Since they spoke with Olly Moors in the previous episode about veganism and bike racing they thought that this time the emphasis will be put more on racing itself. How do you actually start a race team and how do you find sponsors to make this happen? Rick Lister is the perfect partner for this conversation. Rick brings in a rich history of involvment in cycle racing and has finally built his own team with a fantastic raster of riders for 2021. Tune in to this episode we are sure you will enjoy it. If you would like to support the cycling podcast, please leave a review on iTunes. To follow Finishline racing hop over to their social media profiles. Instagram: @Finishlineracing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FinishLineRacingTeam
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In this episode of the veloccino cycling podcast, Gemma and Niels chat to Olly Moors from the UCI Continental Team Ribble Weldtite about all things veganism.
Olly has been racing bikes all over the globe, back as a young rider for an american team, but also in Belgium for a couple of years. Since the beginning of 2019 he chose to adapt to a vegan lifestyle. Gemma and Niels are intrigued to how that all looks like if you are a high performance athlete. Questions that came to mind are how to source your nutrition in countries that do not offer a wide variety in vegan products or does the veganism impacts performance in one way or the other. They speak about life choices, risks, benefits and a lot about racing bikes.
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In this episode of Veloccino Cycling podcasts, Gem, Mike and Niels are going to talk about the experience in cycling. Gem is a coach in running. So, this podcasts episode will help listeners motivate and inspire in Gem’s story. Let’s begin!
Episode Timeline
Gem’s racing series
4:00
Gem is halfway through this zwift Racing League. They had a course which was everything bagel in New York. It lasted about two minutes and then the first hill came up and that was her back into the 5th place. This program actually impressed her. She took a break and did not time trial, she thought it would be a good idea to do as a team.
Mike and Gem’s inspiration and motivation for the listeners – in light of year 2020, COVID-19
9:20
I like the technical aspect, the engineering, putting bikes together and taking them apart. I really like the social aspect because I think one of my favorite feelings in the world is like after a really hard day of writing that point when you're sat down and you're you can feel the humming in your legs. There's actually feel quite nice when the endorphins released and all that kind of stuff.
Extrinsic motivation of cycling
12:24
There were events that I want to work towards, and I want to do well on it, especially the river Chino on the chest. It was really difficult because we entered the second lockdown because of this COVID-19. Time has changed.
Strengths
16:00
My strength is probably somewhere in being sort of a bit of an all-rounder because, I think I can kind of descend on a bike pretty quickly, for a road biker. I can climb up a hill pretty quickly. I really do enjoy the bike maintenance type stuff and putting that together.
Planning, organizing and committing to trainings
18:51
I'm pretty good at forming a habit and then sticking to it. But then when I lose that habit, I lose it completely. I think the challenge part is probably perhaps I've lost all of the other consistency. So, I think particularly for 2020 for many people, we're now working differently. We're now socializing differently. And perhaps one of the things for me is that because of that's all changed, it's made it less easy for me to shedule in, like, almost really consistent things.
Things that Mike aren’t so good at
26:07
Whenever I look at what and compare with other people have sort of similar size or age or people that I've written with over the years but it's always a lot higher than mine. That's one of the things for me where I keep thinking. I'm not quite so good at is probably disciplined with food.
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This is the first episode of many to come that is hosted by our new team member Gemma Felstead!
Gemma speaks to Alice Lethbridge about overcoming challenges in amateur cycling. They talk about previous results but also sacrifices and how juggling your aspiring cycling life with your daily day job.
Enjoy Gemma's first episode.
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When is a van not a van? We travelled down to the Brighton area to meet Dan Linfield from bloK.pod! bloK.pod builds custom pods to convert your van into an instant camper van. He also build fantastic fork mounts to enable you to bring you bike with you to all your adventures. We spoke with Dan about how he came up with the idea, how that all started, engineering in general and many more things.
"We heard a lot about virtual cycle racing in the past. Especially during the lockdown period it seems to have grown in popularity. So we wanted to find out what it is all about. How does it work? How do you get involved? How does a league look like and how do teams work together?
We caught up with Gemma Felstead and Paul Fitzpatrick to talk about all things virtual racing!
*Enjoy the show!
Thanks
Niels"*
In this episode of Veloccino cycling podcast, we have invited guests Gemma Felstead and Paul Fitzpatrick. They are both virtual athletes, and Paul as DS (Directeur sportif) and organizer of virtual events. They joined the show to talk with us all about virtual racing – how it works, getting involved, joining a league, and racing with a team, all in one episode!
Key Quotes:
“One of the great things about Zwift is at a certain degree, you have a race to focus on and gives you purpose to do the training. The training is not just for the sake of it, you've actually got a purpose for why you're putting in those extra hours.” [13:54-14:10]
“There's nothing that compares to riding with a group or team on the road. And listening to the sound that it makes it amazing, talking together, and having tactics” [37:37-37:47]
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Be updated on what's going on in terms of the league. The best place to be is Central Cyclo-Cross League Facebook
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This is the Veloccino podcast, where the best stories have not yet been ridden!
In this episode Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt catch up with Josefine Lützau from Denmark.
Josefine is a top Danish freeride skier and was working towards qualifying for the Pro World Tour when Covid-19 hit the global sport scene. Change of plans due to those unforeseen circumstances brought Josi back on her bike. Road cycling is her other passion that she discovered a couple of years back as a fantastic exercise to support her skiing performance.
Josefine has overcome multiple set backs from injuries and always fought back to get back on her skies quick. We talk about her drive, how she deals with challenges and obstacles as well as cycling in denmark.
Enjoy!
Photo credits to @gustavthuesen⠀on Instagram.
We were tempted to call this episode "only fools and horses" but the more descriptive title might make more sense in this case.
Hang on, you might think, I thought this is a cycling podcast? Yes it is! That is exactly why we decided to talk to a horsey person to find out how to overtake horses safely during our bike rides.
In this episode we had a fantastic chat with Lisa Keys from Lisa Keys Eventing. Niels Schnadt and Mike Williams learn that bike and horse riders actually have a lot in common. We find out how to approach horses, we learn about "spooking" and we discuss a couple of scenarios on how to overtake horse riders.
Another uncut episode. Play a fly on the wall listening to Mike William and Niels Schnadt conversing on the phone discussing corona virus, Pamela Anderson's Tattoo on Mike's arm and home made soap!
This episode is for you. You will like it!
In this episode Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt are dipping their toes a little bit more into Triathlon, long-distance to be specific. Ruth Astle just turned pro after she won the overall age group category at the 2019 Ironman world championships in Kona, Hawaii. We learn a lot about her, British wine, rookie and bike errors, and we find out how she juggled a busy daily day job and training before turning pro. This episode is for you if you like to learn more about professional Triathlon, keeping fit during Covid19 and unicorn tattoos. Follow Ruth on Instagram @rastle50 as well as on YouTube: Ruth Astle https://www.youtube.com/user/Reastle1
Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt had a chat with Michael Broadwith to find out what fascinates him on mathematics and why he likes pot noodles so much! ;)
We spoke about his world record breaking ride from Land's End to John o' Groats and discussed all things mathematics. Do you know where his Twitter handle 24HourMaths is coming from? Well you will find out here.
What a delightful evening at the screen recording it was! So much fun and laughter and we learnt a thing or two we are sure you didn't know yet.
In this episode Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt have the chance to speak to Simon Voysey, who is one of the owners of the Musette Cycle Cafe in Aldbury in the Chilterns. Hands down our most favourite coffee stop!
We learn about how it all started, we discover how tough it actually is to run a hospitality business and we reminiscent about a lot of fantastic days and evenings we have spent in this beautiful coffee stop.
This episode is a quick chat between Mike and Niels to find out what each of them are up to. How does Covid-19 impact their daily day life. Topics that are covered:
Updates Future Guests Zwift & virtual cycling DIY errors 2 goats is a party Building a barn
This is one of the episodes we are planning to do more often. Raw and uncut. We hope you enjoy it.
A lot has changed in the UK over the last couple of weeks due to the Corona Situation. There is a lot of negativity flowing in from all channels and a lot of things are said of what we can not do anymore. In this episode we want to focus on what you actually can do! We are the positive podcast! Tune in to listen to our conversation with a) Mark Powell about how to remain laser sharp and focussed and set yourself targets to remain active, fit and strong and b) Dr Ian Walker to learn more about using the chance of a big disruption to build positive habits!
Mark Powell is the coach of many fantastic cyclists. Some of them are national champions and even world record breakers. Mike Williams and Niels Schnadt had the chance to chat to him about how that all works. How do you become a coach, how do you coach people and if you are looking for a coach how do you find the right one for you.
Nick Clarke is back! He rode the Atlas Mountain Race! In this episode Niels Schnadt & Mike Williams deep dive with Nick into his experiences from this tough as nails bike packing race through the Atlas Mountains!
We learn about failures, achievements, how to escape from dog attacks, how it feels to flash bits in the moroccan desert and many many more things!
We mentioned a couple of Instagram accounts that you should definitely give a follow. Those ones did a great job in uploading photos from the race and showcase how beautiful the area and how brutal the race is.
https://www.instagram.com/atlasmountainrace/
https://www.instagram.com/jay_petervary/
https://www.instagram.com/jennytough/
https://www.instagram.com/nils_laengner/
https://www.instagram.com/jamesmarkhayden/
https://www.instagram.com/christianmmeier/
https://www.instagram.com/sofianeshl/
This time Niels Schnadt & Mike Williams interview Wes Trigg. He moved with his wife and son from our neighbourhood in Aylesbury out to Portugal to follow his passion for outdoor sport and to live a lifestyle at the sea. Most impressively he started his Triathlon camp business in a country where English is not the . This time we dip our toes into Triathlon and even trail running. Wes made a step towards something that many bike riders dream about. Moving into a warmer country to follow his passion.
Find out more about Wes and get in touch via https://www.elixir-fitness.com/
Follow him on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/elixirfitnessportugal
Unedited special feature. I spoke to Nick Clarke on the phone a day ahead of the Atlas Mountain Race in Morocco. It was too good so I had to publish it. ENJOY
Racing from the top to the bottom of Africa, riding every stage of the Tour de France one day ahead of the actual race or racing through Rwanda as a bike packing experience, nothing seems to long, tough or crazy for Ina de Visser. Reason enough for us to get Ina on the show to ask "Do you ever relax?" Niels Schnadt & Mike Williams chat to Ina about previous multi day events to find out how to keep your motivation up over an events that takes multiple months? We ask how to prepare and what kit you should take. We learn about Ina's participation in a multi day event riding the Tour de France 1 day ahead of the actual race as part of a large group of women raising awareness to have more and longer multi stage race events for the pro womens peloton. During this episode we have mentioned a couple of social media accounts that you should definitely follow: Ina's Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/cy_cle_borg/ The 3 teams that are taking on the Tour de France stages adventour: https://www.instagram.com/pelotonorange/ https://www.instagram.com/donnonsdesellesauvelo/ https://www.instagram.com/internationelles/
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Merry X-mas everyone! To celebrate the festive season of the year and the end of the central cyclo-cross leage we did not shy away from spending all our money on mulled wine, christmas cakes, minced pies and festive beer to attract some of the finest that our local cyclo-cross scene has to offer, the crème de la crème, the Who is Who. We welcome Kev and Nathan from the VeloBants, Gemma from Lovelo and (our first ever recurring guest) Kieren from the RAF. We talk about .... you guessed right ...cyclo-cross. We discuss the hosting of an event that attracted 165 particiants for the womens race, we find out how the Bants actually did it! We learn about how to prepare and race cyclo-cross, we talk about tyre pressure and we learn why eyebrows and parfume are utterly important! Tune in to our longest episode to date with a lot of bants, laughter, facts and half wisdom! This show is for you if you want to find out how to take your cyclocross event to the next level and why your event should provide porcelain, Molton Brown and a bum gun. Enjoy!#jase2race
In this episode we chat to Nick Clarke. We talk about long distance time trials, breaking records, preparation for the Atlas Mountain Race and how Nick made friend with a chicken called Nancy. We learn about the record breaking ride crossing the UK from Pembroke to Great Yarmouth and how a teeny tiny can of coke can cause a havoc. Tune in if you would like to get first hand insights into the mind of master cajoler and keeper of the pain cave Nick Clarke.
In this Episode Niels & Mike have the chance to chat to World Champs Bronze medalist, double British U23 champ & newly signed Team Sunweb rider Anna Henderson! During our interrogation Anna walks us through her exponential path from her first proper bike at Lovelo Cycle Works in Berkhamsted to signing a pro contract with Team Sunweb. We relive the World Champs in Yorkshire together where Anna and her GB Team Time Trial crew phenomenally won the bronze medal and we finally shed some light about what was actually in the podium Tupperware boxes! Also we find out what a banana has to do with all of this!
It has been a bit quiet over the last couple of weeks. Niels & Mike will explain why and what happened. In this Season Finale they talk about what they learnt, what their highlights were and where the journey will be going.
We had a full house! The veloccino recording studio got taken over by Sam, Melinda & Amy from the women's cycling race team Lovelo Squadra Donne. We learn about batons and bell burns ... But also about the tour of Malta, team spirit, giggles and smiles, the queen of the bomber and many more fun stuff! It is relaltively easy to set up a bike team, the difficult bit is to retain a team so how does Lovelo do it? What can other clubs learn from finding common grounds and being successful. Tune in and find out...
This season women's cycling team Brother UK Tifosi p/b OnForm delivered top results en masse! In this episode Mike & Niels have the chance to speak to their team manager Simon Howes. In a casual conversation they try to find out how that all works. How to find the right team mix, sponsors, what about licenses ... All of it. If you remember back to one of our first episodes Niels & Mike voiced their interest in running a women's pro cycle team in the future. Now they have the chance to find out what is necessary. Will there be a veloccino pro team anytime soon? Tune in to find out!
The days are getting shorter and colder in the UK. How nice would it be to pack the bags and head over to Europe's cycle Mekka Girona! Mike & Niels catch up with Dave & Saskia from Bike Breaks Girona who organise the Girona Cycling Festival. We find out how the couple ended up in the cycling hotspot and discuss all things bike. We discover that Girona is like Niels' Instagram live feed (whatever that means) and that he believes he has certain similarities with Marcel Kittel. We find out more about the Girona Cycling Festival and how to make your cycling holiday in bike town Girona a dream!
Spencer Wilson's work is omnipresent in our little cycling world. We see his work in magazines, on our friends walls, on popular cycling accessories and even wrapped around some of Britain's most successful bike riders. Spencer is fun...on and off the bike! A great person to have around and even better to ride along with. In this episode we chat about our shared past with the Lovelo Race Team and we reminiscent on our short but pleasureful racing "careers". Spencer walks us through his life as a cycling illustrator and explains how that all started. To our can-popping-loving audience we have a treat for you! We tasted some more delicious alcohol-free beer brands. Enjoy!
Mike Williams & Niels Schnadt met up with Richard Thoday in Matlock to talk all things Penny Farthing and to discuss Richard's World Record breaking ride on this fixed geared bike from Land's End to John o' Groats. The two fearless & veloccino podcast hosts even got convinced to ride the steal beast themselves...Did they manage? Richard takes us through the wonderful journey on how he fell in love with this kind of bike and what he experienced before during and after his record breaking challenge. Thanks Richard for taking the time!
Dr Ian Walker recently broke the World Record in cycling through Europe starting at the most northern tip to the most southern tip. Mike travelled all the way over to Bristol to speak to Ian about his journey pre and during the race.
An evening around the kitchen table with our friend Kieren. This is a slightly different episode. We talk about Kieren's cycling trip from the South West of England back to the Chilterns and how a bridge job almost ruined Niels's birthday ride. We try to explore what cyclo-cross is all about and test some alcohol free alternatives too beer. If you are interested into starting some cyclo-cross races this episode might be for you. Favourite term of this episode "sugar burst"
Ben rode the entire length of the Tour de France with an organisation called Le Loop. He rode each and every stage and talks to us about how to step up and get yourself ready for the next level. We recorded this episode at the beautiful Musette cafe in Aldbury. Tune in to find out why Ben challenged himself to make this fantastic experience and to learn how to prepare for such a once in the lifetime event!
Douglas is a cycling nomad. Always been ingrained into the cycling world he is making a living out of taking bike riders on epic tours around the world. His track record lists routes like Cairo to Cape Town, Shanghai to Singapore and many more exotic trips along breathtaking sceneries. We are talking with this travel guru about his fun experiences, certain challenges and try to find out what it is that keeps him going.
In this episode of the Veloccino cycling podcast you will learn about the Titici Bike launch at Lovelo Cycle Works in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire.
You will find out about how Mike and Niels semi-successfully approached the Chiltern 100 ( now rebranded to L'Etape UK by Le Tour de France ) in the past and why Mike is not going to ride Le Tour de France. Or will he actually?
We talk about the Girona Cycling Festival where Niels participated in this year and why we are planning on doing it again next year.
Besides that you will join us fantasizing about potential interview partners, the dream of launching a professional cycling team, alcohol-free-ism and a fair amount of banter.
We are very grateful for the intro and outro music kindly provided by the talented Quincas Moreira !
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Teaser & Bloopers for Episode 1 of our approach of doing cycling podcasting. A light-hearted bike chat straight from the heart of he Chilterns.
Soooo...here it is!
The first Episode of the veloccino podcast!
This is our take on to introduce our podcast to the world. A short introduction, a bonus feature, a trailer, a gentle "Hello...is it us you are looking for!?!"
Every story starts with a first pedal stroke and a team that can share it!
The veloccino twosome is coming at you like Sherlock & Watson, Tom & Jerry, Elvis & Presley... This is the show of Niels & Mike!
You will find out where the professional international accent is coming from, you will learn what the hell is actually going on, we will talk about veloccino in general and chat about the outlook of this spectacular cycling show of wisdom, banter, belly dance and wonky humour. And who actually is Mike?
Please send us your comments to podcast@veloccino.com
The first ever upload to the veloccino podcast. Some bloopers or you might even call it a teaser. Just to give you an idea what the full episode 0 will be like.