Cycling Iceberg Podcast

In the last La Vuelta themed cycling iceberg Podcast Noah talks about one of the pioneers of Spanish cycling, Bernardo Ruiz! --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic scandals, and the dramatic moments that shaped the history of cycling!

In this episode of the cyclocross social podcast Noah profiles Roberto Heras, the second master of La Vuelta! --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic scandals, and the dramatic moments that shaped the history of cycling!

In 2013, the Vuelta was full of surprises. Nicholas Roche wearing red, Leopold Koning winning a stage. But the biggest shock of all was Chris Horner. The 41-year old American was suddenly in contention for the overall win, fighting one of the best GC riders at the time in Vincenzo Nibali. --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic s...

In 1977, Freddy Maertens delivered the most dominant Grand Tour performance ever. In the Vuelta, the Belgian won 13 stages and the general classification. In this episode of the cycling iceberg podcast, Noah briefly rungs through that vuelta and discusses the legacy of Maertens. --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic scandals, a...

The 2016 Vuelta a Espana was a great duel between Brit Chris Froome and Colombian Nairo Quintana. Despite lacking uphill, the race against the clock put Froome in a favorable position going into the second half of the race. However, on his way to Formigal, Froome faced an ambush by Movistar and SaxoBank. --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotte...

The 1957 Vuelta turned into a heated battle between two of the greatest Spanish cyclists of all time. Frederico Bahamontes and Jesus Lorono were teammates on the national team, but hated eachother. Noah discusses why directors blocked the road with their cars, and what caused this cultural divide. --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroe...

In the second part of this double header, Noah continues his quest to talk about forgotten Baltic cycling heroes. In todays episode, he talks about the first Estonian top sprinter, Jaan Kirsipuu. --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic scandals, and the dramatic moments that shaped the history of cycling!

Who was Raimondas? The Lituanian super climber finished second in the 2002 Tour, apparently out of the blue. However, a deeper dive into him learns that his story is more nuanced! --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic scandals, and the dramatic moments that shaped the history of cycling!

The 2025 Tour de France comes to an end tonight in Paris. The final stage could see some action with a new stage design. That brings back memories of the 1989 Tour de France, which finished with a TT. Noah tells the story of the closes TDF ever.--- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic scandals, and the dramatic moments that shaped...

The 2025 Tour de France takes on the Gol du Glandon today. It was on this climb that the 2015 Tour de France was decided, although it was on the other side. After a hectic first week, Nairo Quintana found himself chasing in the GC. He was the strongest climber in week 3, but an internal self destruct by Valverde saw him miss out on the Tour win. --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg...

Just like in the 2000 Tour de France, the 2025 Tour will finish on the Mont Ventoux today. Back then, Italian super climber Marco Pantani had a brief return to his best. He attacked on the Ventoux,, but only won the stage after Armstrong gifted it to him. A short, but very heated, rivalry was born. ---Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroe...

The 14th stage of the 2025 Tour de France is a near carbon copy of a stage of the 1986 Tour. That race was marked by a heated rivalry between Greg LeMond and Bernard Hinault, two teammates. In this episode of the Cycling Iceberg Podcast, Noah goes back to 1983 to discus the origins of the story that dominated the 1985 and 1986 Tour. Tapie: https://www.netflix.com/title/81087883 Tour 1986: https://...

The 2025 Tour de France heads up the Peyragudes today, for an individual TT. The James Bond airport made its debut in 2017, with an explosive finish. Noah talks you through the action of that tour! --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten heroes, epic scandals, and the dramatic moments that shaped the history of cycling!

The 12th stage of the 2025 Tour de France will finish on the Hautacam, a climb which played a central role in the 1996 Tour. 5x winner Miguel Indurain was the big favorite for the win, but the Spaniard's reign came to an end. Instead, Danish rider Bjarne Riis took control of the race. He dominated on the Hautacam, becoming the face of the EPO era. Riss on Hautacam: https://www.youtube.com/watc...

A remarkable feat in the 1977 Tour de France. In the first stage, Dietrich Thurau took the race lead after winning the prologue. As a result, TI-Raleigh shoved their GC leader Hennie Kuiper aside. The unproven German couldn't keep up in Mountains, and the time Kuiper lost early on cost him dearly. --- Discover cycling history in the cycling iceberg podcast! Each week, Noah uncovers forgotten h...

This edition of the Tour de France marks 40 years since the last French rider won the Tour. Bernard Hinault's win in 1985 still remains the last. After a long lasting drought, there was an interesting generation of French GC prospects that came through the ranks in the 2010s. A quick perspective on some of them! Tour 2012 Pinot win: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rc8oKRB_mLI Rolland alpe win:...

The 2007 Tour de France appeared to be the one for Michael Rasmussen. The Dane had been a top tier climber for many years, but always struggled in Time Trials. Now, things seemed to come together for him. However, he quickly got followed by reporters asking doping related questions. He was seen in Italy, when he told the doping authorities he was in Mexico. His Tour dream came crashing down when h...

Todays stage will see the Tour peloton take on the Mur de Bretagne. This modern Tour classics is of course in the spotlight because of Van der Poel's win in 2021, but the win of Vuillermoz in 2015 is at least as special. The Frenchman became a surprise winner, honoring his dad after the finish. Stage highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqTTm5BTmS4&t=349s --- Discover cycling histor...

Today, the Tour de France will pass the Côte de Bonsecours. It was on this climb, that Jean Robic - to the surprise of everyone - attacked to win the 1947 Tour. The Frenchman benefited of his rival being hated, but would become very disliked himself in the peloton. This lead to several incidents, including a big one with Raphael Geminiani. Raph, dunked his head in a bathtub during a press-confrenc...

The 2012 Tour was the Tour of Peter Sagan. Within three years, the Slovak had gone from unproven MTB talent to the most well-rounded sprinter in the world. Just how did this rookie sensation take over the world of cycling? And why did his celebrations cause controversy? Learn more about his win in Boulogne Sur Mer in this podcast! Stage 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-zLNL-qd9o Stage 3: https...

The 1904 Tour de France marked just the second edition of the race, but nearly meant the end of it. After Maurice Garin took an illegal feed in the first stage, he should have been disqualified. However, because he wasn't while several other riders were, riots erupted. Mobs of fans attacked cyclists with rocks and glass, seeking revenge. Furthermore, several riders got disqualified for taking...

While Mark Cavendish dominated the Tour sprints from 2008 through 2012, there was one looming gap on his palmares, wearing the yellow jersey. The 2013 and 2014 Tours offered unique possibilities for the Brit, as the Tour started with flat stages two years in a row. However, with Marcel Kittel there was suddenly a new German kid on the block. Veelers-Cavendish crash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...

Just like in 2025, the 1994 Tour de France started in Lille. Stage 1 ended in a mass sprint back then, with a dozen sprinters eager to start the Tour on a high note. The finish of the in Armentières was slightly downhill, and had two late corners. At high speed, Belgian champion Wilfried Nelissen collided with a policeman standing on the course. How could this happen?---Discover cycling history in...

The 1987 Tour de France was a spectacular battle between Stephen Roche and Pedro Delgado. After winning the Giro, Roche was one of the favorites for the race. However, he faced Pedro Delgado, a stronger Spanish climber. The two fought a heated battle, cumulating in a spectacular showdown on La Plagne, the finish place of the final mountain stage of the 2025 Tour de France. --- Discover cycling his...