Cycling Weekly

Going Long Adventure

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Podcasts from Cycling Weekly. Established in 1891, Cycling Weekly magazine has been at the heart of UK cycling for over 130 years. With a new issue out every Thursday, a website, YouTube channel and all the usual social media feeds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Going Long - Choosing the right (or wrong ) bike for multi-surface endurance rides 06.10.2025 39:33

This week we talk about choosing the right tool for the job - using Steve's Royal Chilterns Way FKT as an example Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - "I was waist-deep in a swamp hoping not to get eaten by an alligator" - Angus Young's 10,000km Eastern Divide FKT 03.10.2025 1:23:28

In this episode we speak with Angus Young about his adventures - most notably, a recent 39 day epic down the east coast of North America Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - How to Go Long THIS WINTER: Our COLD WEATHER RIDING SURVIVAL GUIDE 29.09.2025 56:06

Thrive and survive through the colder months with a little bit of help from ultra sage Ian To Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - "I plan meticulously" Nicky Shaw on how to win ultras 22.09.2025 1:20:47

This week we speak with prolific ultra cyclist Nicky Shaw who takes us through her long distance cycling palmares. Nicky also offers first-time advice for women looking to get into the sport and coming back from a serious injury Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Steve rides the Cotswolds 200/ New Cycle Routes in North Yorks/ What's in the Pack? 19.09.2025 46:02

This week Steve recounts a very rainy weekend in the Cotswolds, we also look a a new trio of Cycle UK trails in Yorkshire, and introduce a new segment 'What's in the Pack, AKA 'Thing of the Week' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - 'You can transform your performance in months': fat adaptation for distance riding with nutritionist Jill Mooney 08.09.2025 1:02:53

Going Long with Cycling Weekly is a weekly podcast all about adventure, bikepacking and ultra-riding. From training and nutrition to interviews with the best ultra-racing riders in the world, we've got it covered. Not to mention a healthy dose of fun and banter as we attempt to put ourselves to the sword on long-distance bikepacking routes and more. More about Jill Mooney at BarrUltra.com Hosted o...

Going Long - Off-season Cross Training/ Micro Adventures/ Gear of the Week 04.09.2025 32:42

We discuss cross-training in the off-season, micro adventures and our current favourite pieces of kit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Long Distance Riding Kit Essentials with Ian To 01.09.2025 1:13:36

This week we speak with VIA Race organiser and ultra riding aficionado Ian To about his go-to ultra riding kit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Ultra Cycling Unpacked: The A-Z of Endurance Cycling 25.08.2025 1:23:19

This week list our A-Zs of endurance riding - hopefully bringing you some insight into planning your face long event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - "Beautiful Brutality" Steve and Dan's South Downs Way Double attempt 19.08.2025 54:42

Hosts Steve and Dan talk about their 200-mile adventure on the steep and undulating slopes of the South Downs Way Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - "I started the race with 45 gels" Bruno Wicht on how he wins the world's biggest ultra races 11.08.2025 32:08

We speak with arguably the best long distance cyclist in the world today and find out how he plies his trade Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - The Why: Mental preparation for ultra races with Ian To 07.08.2025 1:03:17

Ultra athlete, coach and race organiser Ian To on gaining a psychological edge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - VIA ULTRA RACE COVERAGE with North Coast 500 record holder Matt Downie (Day 6) 04.08.2025 19:37

7. Matt is forced into a tough decision on the Austrian border Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Endurance riding on a budget: what's the cheapest way to go long? 31.07.2025 46:49

If you've ever looked at your bank balance with concerned bemusement at the end of a long ride, you aren't alone. Here we talk about how ultra, endurance and bikepacking outings can be ridden on a shoestring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - VIA ULTRA RACE COVERAGE with North Coast 500 record holder Matt Downie (Day 5) 30.07.2025 21:07

6. Night riding back into the top 10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - VIA ULTRA RACE COVERAGE with North Coast 500 record holder Matt Downie (Day 4) 29.07.2025 16:51

5. Battling backside woes on the road to Bologna Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - VIA ULTRA RACE COVERAGE with North Coast 500 record holder Matt Downie (Day 3) 28.07.2025 18:29

4. Supermarket sleeps, pizza pitstops and riding the storm - Matt keeps the pedals turning... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - VIA ULTRA RACE COVERAGE with North Coast 500 record holder Matt Downie (Days 1&2) 27.07.2025 19:02

3. Wild boars, angry dogs and punctures aplenty - VIA begins for Matt... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - VIA ULTRA RACE COVERAGE with Matt Downie.:The countdown begins... 25.07.2025 16:31

2. Matt's talks us through last minute prep for tomorrow's 4,000km race from Southern Italy to Holland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - VIA ULTRA RACE COVERAGE with North Coast 500 record holder Matt Downie 21.07.2025 34:23

1. Introducing Matt and his tilt at this month's 4,000km VIA ultra from Southern Italy to Holland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Making on-bike content and surprising kit essentials on a round-the-world father-son record ride 10.07.2025 22:07

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Going Long - The toughest 24-hour challenge in the UK? Maximising moving time; packing 10,000 calories; layering up in mid summer 07.07.2025 42:05

Follow the challenge on Instagram (@going_long_adventure) and check out our YouTube channel (Going Long Adventure) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Taking on the biggest goals and finding your limits, with new JOGLEJOG record holder Sarah Ruggins 30.06.2025 1:00:29

Sarah talks about her record ride and her incredibly tough – but inspirational – journey to get there Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Guinness World Record attempt DAYS 12-14 (daily updates): we follow James Benson King's ride from sea level to the highest road in the world 23.06.2025 50:30

10. Final grind to Umling La Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going Long - Guinness World Record attempt DAYS 11/12 (daily updates): we follow James Benson King's ride from sea level to the highest road in the world 19.06.2025 8:06

9. A lifeline in Leh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.