The Roadman Cycling Podcast

In this episode of the Roadman Cycling Podcast, host Anthony Walsh delves into the topic of time management for cyclists. As James Clear writes in his best-selling book "Atomic Habits," "You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems." Anthony applies this principle to cycling, and shares practical tips on how to move from setting goals to bui...

In this episode, we sit down with Daryl Impey of Israel – Premier Tech. Daryl is in the final year of a glowing career which saw him win Tour de France stages and pull on the famous yellow jersey. We delve into his fascinating career, discussing everything from his origins in mountain biking to his victories in races around the world. Daryl opens up about the challenges and rewards of pro cycling,...

In this episode, Anthony discusses one of the most important aspects of cycling: safety. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, it's crucial to prioritize safety on every ride. Anthony shares his top tips for cycling safely, from the importance of visibility to more advanced tips like practicing defensive riding and improving your bike handling skills. Tune in to learn how to...

Sarah does a deep dive into this "wonder" supplement, it's history, how it was discovered, the science of how it works and it's benefits for cyclists! Today's show sponsor is  Wattbike . I've played around with a lot of indoor training tools and they don't come any better than the Wattbike Atom. Jump on over to  wattbike.com  and use the code Roadman10 to get 10% off...

There are some great questions answered on Newbie Questions today - why is gravel riding becoming so popular, the new issues with Shimano cranksets, a destroyed paint job on a bike, why it's better to be a heavier rider on this particular terrain plus much more. Todays show sponsor is Stages Cycling. For the last decade I've used Stages power meters on my road bike, gravel bike and mountai...

Meg Fisher is a para athlete and a motivational speaker who has overcome extreme challenges in both her personal and professional life. Megs journey began when a devastating accident left her with a severe brain injury and a mobility impairment as well as the loss of her partner Sara. Despite facing immense physical and emotional pain Meg has found a way to persevere and thrive becoming a para cha...

I've just finished up my first four day stage race in over 4 years. It's one thing to ride the odd gravel event and ride with friends but it's another job all together to go head to head with the best in Ireland & UK. An inside look at one of Ireland's biggest stage races - Ras Mumhan Today's show sponsor is  naturecan.com Today's show is brought to you with special tha...

Josh Ross is a tech journalist for Cycling News and brings us fantastic, honest and insightful product reviews on all thing cycling. Not only has Josh an incredible understanding of cycling tech but he has a wonderful way of breaking down these sometimes nuanced products. He will happily talk for hours about the minutiae of cycling tech but also has knows that most people simply want things to wor...

Cycling is tough. It's also fun, but it's a strange type of fun. Why do we as cyclists like this type of fun and what do we get from the different layers and experiences of joy, exhilaration, fear, suffering, self doubt, happiness and achievement that we find through riding our bikes. In this episode Sarah talkes about the three types of "fun" and adds another lesser spoken about...

This week Sarah tells us about her collision with a motorist while out training, her injuries and how it's affecting her training, especially her FTP test! Anthony answers some questions on how to take the perfect picture of your bike, dangerous group rider advice, Paris -Roubaix and much much more! Todays show sponsor is Stages Cycling. For the last decade I've used Stages power meters on...

Today we'll be exploring the fascinating world of biohacking and its potential to improve our physical and mental performance. Our guest for today is Anthony DiClementi, a leading expert in the field of biohacking and the author of a popular book on the subject. Anthony will be sharing his insights on the science, technology, and self-experimentation that can help optimize testosterone levels,...

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the topic of routine and its impact on our success. While routines can be great for putting parts of our day on autopilot, they may not be the key factor that separates high performers from the rest of us. Through conversations with incredible minds and personal observations, we've identified three ways that routine may actually be holding you back....

Sofia Gómez Villafane is an accomplished cross-country mountain biker and gravel cyclist who has represented Argentina at the highest level, including at the 2020 Summer Olympics.  A former cape epic champion, she’s just finished up this years edition where she was on the podium again. Sofia was the 2022 unbound winner and finished up 2nd overall in lifetime GP series this past season. Sofia's...

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Tour of Flanders, one of the most gruelling one-day races that takes place in the Flanders region of Belgium every spring. We explore the course, which includes 6 cobbled sectors and 19 climbs, and discuss the cultural significance of this event to the Belgian people. We also cover the recent race, which saw Tadej Pogačar of the UAE Team Emirates take...

In this podcast, we sit down with Alison Tetrick, a professional cyclist, cowgirl, scientist, and storyteller, to learn about her incredible journey from growing up on a cattle ranch in California, to becoming one of the world's top elite women cyclists. Alison shares her experiences of excelling in academics, solo sports, and being ingrained with a ranch life work ethic, all while pursuing a...

So many listeners this week have questions around nutrition and fuelling for cycling. Anthony has some great advice and Sarah talks about a few kitchen nightmares she has had when trying to make healthy snacks for her sessions. Today's Show Sponsor is  Athletic Greens . To Claim a 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D & Five Free Travel Packs head over to   https://www.athleticgreens.com/roadman Toda...

Today, Anthony has a very special guest on the show: Mark Sisson. Mark is a New York Times bestselling author, health and wellness expert, and founder of Primal Kitchen, a company that creates healthy, delicious food products made with real ingredients. He is also the creator of Mark's Daily Apple, one of the most popular health and wellness websites in the world. Mark has dedicated his career...

In this episode, we explore the controversial topic of gifting wins in cycling. From the reasons why it exists, to the criticisms it faces, and the strategic considerations in stage races, we examine both sides of the debate and offer our thoughts on whether it's good or bad for the sport. Today's show sponsor is  naturecan.com Today's show is brought to you with special thanks to our...

In this episode Anthony chats with Hannah Grant, a professional chef who has spent years developing recipes for professional cycling teams. Hannah's unique background in fine dining and sports nutrition has allowed her to create recipes that are both delicious and nutritious, specifically designed to fuel athletes on the road. In our conversation, Hannah shares her insights on how cyclists can...

In this episode of the Roadman Cycling Podcast, Anthony shares his experience of riding his first ever MTB race.   It was a shock to his system and he learned the hard way about the importance of a good start, the need for course knowledge, how to pace during the race and the struggle to eat and drink and to keep focus on downhill skills even as fatigue was setting in.  So what are Anthonys big ta...

There's a lot of buzz around this "wonder compound" Rapamycin that some are claiming is the fountain of youth. But what is Rapamycin, how does it work and more importantly what effect can it have on endurance athletes. Sarah fills you in on this potential performance enhancing drug of the future. Today's show sponsor is  Wattbike . I've played around with a lot of indoor trai...

There's a weird and wonderful array of newbie questions for Anthony and Sarah this week including how to intake enough carbs for a 200km ride, making your indoor trainer as comfortable as possible, a new self driving bike and loads more. Today's show sponsor is  Wattbike . I've played around with a lot of indoor training tools and they don't come any better than the Wattbike Atom....

In this episode, we are joined by Laura Vanderkam, an expert in the field who has written a book titled "168 Hours" that explores a new approach to maximizing our time. In today's fast-paced world, we often feel like we don't have enough time to accomplish everything we want to do. However, Laura challenges this belief and suggests that we do have plenty of time - 168 hours in a...

We've all fallen off the wagon at one point or another and struggled to get started again. Today I talk about how you can get started and keep going on your journey back to health & fitness. Today's show sponsor is  naturecan.com Today's show is brought to you with special thanks to our amazing on-going sponsors   Factor Bikes  &  Wattbike The heart beat of our community &...

Through leading expeditions across some of the world's most hostile destinations, including Syria, Iraq, Somalia, Congo, and Yemen, Oli France has encountered numerous bleak situations, from earthquakes and avalanches to militias, interrogations and being held at gun point. Despite these challenges, he has learned that even in the most difficult situations, there is untold beauty to be found i...