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The Ask Coach Coach Parry Cycling cycling podcast is hosted by Brad Brown and features Cycling Coach Devlin Eyden. Working out of the High Performance Centre at the University of Pretoria, Devlin is one of the best cycling coaches around. Every other day he answers one listener question on this thrice weekly podcast.
On today's episode of RIDE with Coach Parry, Coach Devlin and I catch up with fellow South African Jameel Haffejee to answer all of his questions. We chat about Jameel's cycling background, how he got into the sport, and how long he's been cycling for.
Devlin advises Jameel on how to achieve his goals, how to approach training for his upcoming race, as well as how to plan his race day strategy and pacing. Read more
We're back with an episode of RIDE with Coach Parry after having a little hiatus and we've changed up the format of these podcasts so stay tuned!
Today we're heading to New Zealand to welcome Ralph Schubach onto the podcast to chat with our resident cycling coach Devlin Eyden. We discuss Ralph's cycling background, what he's training for and how we can help him. Read more
We are often spoiled for choice with races in South Africa, but how much racing is too much? Devlin gives some great insight and advice on how to structure your races into your training plan.
If you're looking for some guidance with your training, check out the CoachParry Online Training Club, where you can access over 60 of our training programs as well as to Devlin and all our other coaches as well in our member's only forum. Read More
Today on RIDE with CoachParry, we answer a great question from one of members in the CoachParry Online Training Club who has a stage race in 8 months time (Cape Pioneer). She wanted to know what she should be doing now in order to be fully fit and ready for the start line in 8 months time. Devlin gives some info on what would be ideal for training now and how to stay motivated for the next 8 months, so that you're ready to smash your next PB in 8 months time!
If you're looking for some cycling coaching for your next race, be sure to check out the CoachParry Online Training Club, where you get access to all our cycling programs as well as all our coaches on a members only forum. Read More
Did your training fall by the wayside over the festive season? Devlin and Brad discuss the best way for you to get back into training, where to pick up on your training program and how best to find the motivation to get back on the wagon.
If you're looking for some guidance with your cycling training, have a look at the CoachParry Online Training Platform. Here you get access to our entire library of programs as well as members only access to chat to all our coaches on the forums. CLICK HERE for more information Read More
Is the holiday season a good time to pick up the volume of training? Or should it be meant as a time for rejuvenation and rest? On today's episode of RIDE with CoachParry, Devlin gives us what is ideal for your holiday training schedule. Read More
When you're looking for a cycling coach, do you know what to look for to get the best coach to suit you? Qualifications? Experience? Status? Devlin and Brad discuss things to look out for or to investigate when choosing the right coach for you. Read More
FTP or Functional Threshold Power is quite the buzz word, especially around most cycling circles. But what does it mean? What is the use of doing a FTP test? When is the best time to do the test? Will it be specific to my event as a cyclist or triathlete? Coach Devlin gives all these answers and how the results are best utilized in today's episode of RIDE with CoachParry Read More
Today's question on RIDE with CoachParry comes from one of our members in the CoachParry Training Platform - asking what is the purpose of doing LSD (long, slow, distance) ride? Coach Devlin gives insights into why these types of sessions are so important and why we should not be skipping them. Devlin and Brad chat about what is the right intensity to do these rides at and why it is so easy to slip out of the right intensity. Read More
The 2018 Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge has switched the route around this year. Our cycling coach Devlin and Brad discuss the changes to the route and what you can expect on race day and how to change up your pacing on the day. Coach Devlin also offers some race week tips leading up to the big day. Read More
What nutrition should we be taking in on the bike? On today's episode of RIDE with CoachParry, Coach Devlin gives us the low-down on supplements and what we should be taking in while on the road and if you're training indoors Read More
Today's question on RIDE with CoachParry comes from our athletes in our member's forum - When training for a multi-day stage race; are the three clubs rides per week sufficient to get you prepared for these types of events? Coach Devlin and Brad discuss whether these are enough or if cyclists should be doing something different in their programs to maximise their preparations. Coach Devlin explains the benefit of structuring your programs to suit your race. Read More
Today on RIDE with Coach Parry, coach Devlin Eyden and Brad Brown talk about dealing with numbness and shoulder & back pain that comes with riding a bike... Join Coach Parry
What is the key to riding your best or fastest Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge? As race day approaches, our cycling coach, Devlin Eyden, reveals 4 things you can do between now and Cycle Challenge Sunday that will take 30 minutes off your time. Read More · Get your FREE Telkom 947 Training Program now
On this edition of RIDE, coach Devlin Eyden and Brad Brown talk about some of the things you can do (and avoid) to ensure that you have a safe, incident free Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge. Read More · Get your free Telkom 947 training program
How tough is the Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge? What goes into training for it? Can I do it? The short answer is yes, you can! Our Cycling Coach Devlin Eyden caught up with Brad Brown to chat about some practical things the absolute novice can do between now and Cycle Challenge Sunday to ensure that you not only get to the start line, but also finish the race. Grab your training program here · Read More
What is the key to riding a faster 947 Cycle Challenge Sunday? As race day approaches, our cycling coach, Devlin Eyden, reveals 4 things you can do between now and Cycle Challenge Sunday that will take 3o minutes off your time. Training Programs · Read More
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we look at where you would start if you need to get your child from a stability bike onto a pedal bike. We get some valuable advice from our cycling expert Devlin Eyden, who chats about the size of the bike you choose for them. He shares with us the huge benefits starting them on the bike as soon as possible, to get their balance right, it gets their hand/eye coordination right, gets them concentrating on pedaling which are all benefiting your child. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we ask our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about the differences in road wheels on your bike and find out if there is really a benefit in the performance you get from these more technically advanced wheels. If technology is your thing then this podcast is for you. Devlin talks us through cycling performance to cross winds and everything in between in terms of the road wheels we select for our bike. Read More · Training Programs
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we catch up on all the latest when it comes to those coffee stops whilst out training. We ask our cycling coach Devlin Eyden what can be expected when consuming some of the treats on offer when we stop for that coffee drink and how it would potentially affect the training cycle. He tells us what is okay to go with and what we should be avoiding to allow us to complete that ride. Definitely something you should listen to if you are making the regular coffee stop on your bike training. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we look at the difference between a Fixie and a Single Speed bike. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden explains all the technical stuff to us and chats about the benefits of training with one of these bikes. We find out here whether this would be a good tool for training and if there is any benefit to strength training. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat about weight - bike weight and rider weight - and find out from our cycling coach Devlin Eyden how much of a difference weight really makes in our cycling performance. He points out the difference between big, heavy, muscular individuals and individuals that are carrying a little bit of excess body fat and shares with us what makes a more efficient cyclist. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat about getting back into cycling training when you have had a lay off period. We find out from our cycling coach Devlin Eyden, how long one can go without training before it becomes detrimental to your muscles and capacity to resume cycle training. We find out about total loss of fitness and how rapidly you lose error of incapacity where your muscle strength will decline. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we find out from our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about the practicality and safety of using a car as a training mechanism and what benefit can this have to the cyclist? Would it benefit everyone or just guys at the top end of the sport? Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat about electric bikes that are taking South Africa by storm. We find out if this is the way of the future in terms of our cycling training and racing? Can it benefit the athlete in any way? Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden gives us some perspective on this issue. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we have our cycling coach Devlin Eyden giving us direction and tips on where we should be in our training. Coming out of winter with not much training having taken place and only 12 weeks to go, we see what we should be focusing on now to get ready for the Telkom 94.7 Cycle Challenge. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we intensely look at how to strengthen yourself on the bike and improve your performance. We chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about Pilates and what it does for the body and the benefits we gain in our cycling by building our core strength. Read More · Training Programs
On today's edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about mechanical issues on your bike. We find out here what the best way is to improve our mechanical skills and how to come unstuck if something goes wrong during a cycle training ride or in a race. Read More · Training Programs
Today on the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we find out everything we need to know about our caffeine intake. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden shares all the benefits of taking in caffeine whilst on our cycle training ride and reveals how this will affect our cycling performance. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to Devlin Eyden, our cycling coach and find out how critical the weight of your bike is in your performance. We find out how big a role the weight of the bike and the weight of the rider together is going to have. He warns us against the cost outweighing the actual weight of the bike. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we look into drafting when out on our cycle training or racing. We chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden and find out from him how much energy one really saves by sitting on someones wheel. He goes on to warn about the safety around this and gives us some tips on etiquette if we are going to be drafting. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about the meaning of 'bonking' on our training cycle rides or during a race. He gives us an indepth explanation and tells what the best method is to deal with this. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we ask our cycling coach Devlin Eyden for some technical advice on how to handle those descents in our cycling training. He tells us what to do and how to do it, what to check out for and what we shouldn't be doing. He places emphases on riding within your abilities and on this podcast we will understand why this is key when it comes to improving our cycling technical skills. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach, Devlin Eyden about stretching particularly for a bicycle rider. He gives us some flexible advice on whether we should be doing it or not and how much is enough. We find out here if it is more beneficial to stretch before cycling or after and what it can do for our bodies. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we take a look at technology in terms of you and your camera that goes along for the ride. While it's great being able to capture all those special moments and scenes, our cycling coach, Devlin Eyden goes into depth on the safety of operating these little things whilst riding. We look at all the safety aspects and chat about the considerations to be given to other riders on the course and what you should be looking out for. Read More · Training Programs
Today on the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, we chat about your nutrition on the bike and find out how often we should be taking in gels to sustain our energy levels. Our cycling coach, Devlin Eyden tells us how to use those gels or energy drinks to help get the most benefit on your cycling training rides and in your race. Reaad More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we catch up with cycling coach Devlin Eyden and chat about cycle nutrition. We find out what the impact will be if we ride only with water and take solids away. Devlin gives us some valuable advise on this subject. Read More · Training Programs
On this editionn of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we look into the difference between cross country cycling and multi-stage or ultra marathon type of riding. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden, explains how one should approach the different types of rides and why it is important to stick to one or the other. Read More · Training Programs
Today, on the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat about the quality of riders in the Tour de France. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden touches on things like your VO2 capacity, the actual conditioning going on, holding back on energy reserves and your fuelling. If you have your eyes set on the likes of the bigger cycling events then this podcast is for you. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about the benefits of altitude training. We find out if this is beneficial to everybody and what is involved in altitude training. We look at what height you would need to train at to see those benefits? Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we take an in-depth look at muscle memory and our cycling coach Devlin Eyden goes through all the ins and outs of how muscle memory works. He explains technical skills, gross motor skills as well as learning and retention of motor skills. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat about what Enduro racing is all about and the hype currently surrounding it. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden tells us how this new racing craze can be used. He touches on training needs and what you should not be doing with enduro racing Read More · Training Programs
On today's edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about the best training methods to put in that final kick in a sprint finish. He talks to us about endurance, high intensity work and the type of training you're getting in to prepare you to for an explosive finish. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we touch on surfaces and find out what would be the hardest surface to climb on your mountain bike. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden tells us what determines your surface preference. He advises that you get out and ride on as many different surfaces as possible to find out which surface you are most comfortable riding on and to get a feel for how the bike responds on different surfaces. Read More · Training Programs
On today's edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden and find out what makes for a good climb when you are out on your cycling training. He chats about body size and power to weight ratio which allows you to attack the climbs. We also look at the type of training you are doing which is important for sustained power. Devlin touches on the equipment you are riding and gives some helpful hints in that area as well. Read More · Training Programs
On today's edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we look at how to make the best choice between a mountain bike or a road bike and chat about what type of riding experience you are looking for. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden gives us in depth advice on how to choose the best bike fit for you. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast we chat technical skills with our cycling coach Devlin Eyden. He guides us on how to approach those water bridges and to deal with them technically, giving advise on what to look out for in terms of riders ahead of you, your speed, gear selections and just generally how to enjoy the experience of your ride if you have to overcome a bridge that might move on the water. Basically, trust your skills. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we have an interesting chat with our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about how to strengthen yourself for your bike training sesssions, when you are off the bike. He gives us insightful information of sessions that will assist in strength training whether you join a group or a gym or if you implement the regime at home. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat around how to improve your technical skills when it comes to handling those switchbacks on your training rides. We look at the difference in dealing with uphill switchbacks and downhill switchbacks. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden gives some valuable advice on this subject that will make it easier for you to improve on your handling skills. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast we get some great advice from Devlin Eyden, our cycling coach, with regards to the necessity of joining a cycling club. He outlines the benefits of joining a club as well as things to look out for if you are a newbie in the cycling world. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast a mother questions the best option for her 14-year old son to start with in developing his interest in cycling. Should he start out with a mountain bike or a road bike and what is the benefit he will gain from using them. He is currently an active youngster which puts him at an advantage with his fitness levels. Devlin Eyden gives some constructive advice on this issue. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we get some valuable advice from our cycling coach Devlin Eyden regarding the quality of the helmet you buy. How much do you value the protection of your head? We look at pricing and what the different pricing structures offer you when you are out on your cycling training sessions, in terms of protecting the safety of your head. Read more · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about how to make the right choice for your first mountain bike when you are starting out in the sport. Do you go lowest entry level bike or spend a bit more cash on an upgraded bike, or is pre-owned the way to go. We get some serious thoughts on this from in this podcast. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat about the weird and interesting noises emanating from your bicycle. Devlin Eyden gives us tips on the most common causes and what we are able to attend to ourselves at home to avoid these noises. We also find out how regular our bike services should be. Read More · Training Programs
Today on the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we focus on all the newbie cyclists and ask our cycling coach Devlin Eyden, about specific niggles being experienced and get some guidelines in terms of strengthening our legs to achieve our goals in our cycling training. We also touch on strengthening of the arms and again chat about the correct bike setup. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we get the best advice from our cycling coach Devlin Eyden on how to train yourself and follow structured programmes in the build up to the 94.7 Cycle Challenge. Although we are still quite a way from long, hard training rides, you have sufficient time to structure your cycling training to achieve that sub-3 on race day. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we have a question about timing around the preparation for the 2016 94.7 Cycle Challenge. We find out how long before the event we actually need to start focussing on cycling on the road and how long we should be out there. Is spinning the solution to this form of training? We find out from our cycling coach Devlin Eyden on this podcast. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about the term periodization and how it can add value to our cycling program. We look at planning the training phases leading up to an event and how long you have before your goal race. He advises on how we should structure the training based on which phase you need to be developing in order to give yourself enough time to adapt. We touch on points of training phases, such as base training, power training, strength training and that sort of thing. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden who answers a question from a runner on this podcast. We find out how not to injure ourselves in our cycling training with it being a low impact excercise and not loading the legs for our run training. We learn how cycling helps our running and our running helps our cycling training. Read More · Training Programs
To power or not to power? That is the question. Have power meters become the new heart rate monitors and do you really need this expensive piece of equipment to become a better cyclist? We asked our cycling coach Devlin Eyden on this episode of The Ask Coach Parry Cycling Podcast. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling Podcast we look at cycling through winter. If you're a fair weather cyclist you will love these cost effective ways our cycling coach Devlin Eyden shares in order to keep warm on the bike without breaking the bank. Read More · Training Programs
Lance Armstrong used to say it is all about the bike. We now know that wasn't entirely true, but does cycling with expensive deep section wheels actually give you that much of an advantage? Is the added cost actually worth the increase in performance? On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling Podcast we ask our Cycling Coach Devlin Eyden for his thoughts in cycling with deep section wheels. Read More · Training Programs
At some stage in your cycling life you will experience a saddle sore. They're not pretty and they're not that easy to talk about either. On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about how to firstly prevent saddle sores but secondly how to treat them should you get them. Read More · Training Programs
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling Podcast we look at the pros and cons of a 26'er and a 29'er mountain bike. If you're looking to upgrade your mountain bike then be sure to listen to our Cycling Coach, Devlin Eyden's take on what size wheel you should be riding. Read More · Training Programs
Do your feet go numb while cycling? If so then this podcast is for you! Peter popped us an email to find out what the possible causes could be for his feet going numb on his bicycle. Brad Brown asked our cycling coach Devlin Eyden for his input on this fairly common problem on this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling Podcast. Read More · Training Programs
On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we take a look at base training and how building a solid base can help improve your cycling performance at a race like the Cape Town Cycle Tour or the 947 Cycle Challenge. Read More · Training Programs
We chat about gear on this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast. Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden gives his take on whether Samantha should be riding a dual suspension or soft tail mountain bike. Read More · Training Programs
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, our cycling coach Devlin Eyden answers a question about what you can do to alleviate lower back pain while cycling. Read More · Training Programs
Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden has just returned from successfully completing his first ABSA Cape Epic. On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, we look into exactly what it takes to preparing for a multi day mountain biking stage race. Read More · Training Programs
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, we chat to cycling coach Devlin Eyden about your choice of cycling shoes. How practical is it for you to interchange road bike shoes with mountain bike shoes? Read More · Training Programs
Today on the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we inspect tyres and tubes on your bike. There is an easy way to avoid this frustration. Devlin Eyden helps us out with a few quick tips on what to check for and guides us on how to avoid tyre troubles. Read More · Training Programs
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach, Devlin Eyden about being uncomfortable on the bike and what to do when it starts hurting and how to become saddle fit. If you are new to cycling and not enjoying it then this podcast is for you. Read More · Training Programs
Today on the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat about how to get sufficient bike training in when you have time constraints. Devlin Eyden, our cycling coach shares the value of interval training as well as how your time can be optimised. Read More · Training Programs
On today's episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, we look at the necessity of intensity training vs mileage training . Which is better with regards to improving your cycling? Our cycling coach Devlin Eyden helps to sort the logic of what you should be doing and gives a simple solution to your bike training. Read More · Training Programs
On today's edition of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, Devlin Eyden, our cycling coach shares with us the benefits of using a heart rate monitor and looks into the question of do we really need all the gadgets to measure our performance. Read More · Training Programs
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, we look at how to get into mountain biking and get advice from our cycling coach on where and how to get started and build your confidence. Read More · Training Programs
On today's episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat to our cycling coach Devlin Eyden about how to improve on those climbs. We chat about mistakes the average rider makes and he gives advice on how to correct them. Read More · Training Programs
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast we chat around the Cape Town Cycle Tour and give you heads up of what to enjoy, what not to do and things to be on the look-out for. If you're going to be taking part then you will experience the vibe and buzz which is palpable on one of the most beautiful cycles in the world. Read More · Training Programs
Today on the Ask Coach Parry Cycling podcast, we chat to cycling coach Devlin Eyden about how to overcome your fear of riding with the masses, as well as how to plan your safety strategy. Read More · Training Programs
On this first episode of Ask Coach Parry Cycling we chat to cycling coach Devlin Eyden about your nutrition on the bike. We get good advice about what you should be doing and what is not a good idea in trying out nutrition leading up to race day and particularly on race day. Read More · Training Programs