The Roadman Cycling Podcast

Peloton went from quarantine darling to Wall Street disaster in just a few short years. In this episode, we trace the company’s meteoric rise, the cult-like community it built, and the decisions that turned a $50 billion high-flyer into a cautionary tale. Was it hubris, bad leadership, shifting trends, or something baked into the business model from day one? We break down the key moments, the numb...

Mikel Delagrange joins Anthony today to chat about the exciting launch of the new Amani Women's Team. Mikel is passionate about getting African athletes onto the global cycling stage and drives to increase diversity within cycling. A BIG shoutout to our incredible sponsors - ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Parlee Cycles ⁠⁠⁠⁠ "Whether it's a tough day, a gruelling training session, an epic road trip or sitting o...

Join Anthony today where he goes even deeper into why he is back training with intent now in his "Not Done Yet" project. If you want to reach out to Anthony about this project you can email him at anthony@roadmancycling.com A BIG shoutout to our incredible sponsors - ⁠⁠⁠ Parlee Cycles ⁠⁠⁠ "Whether it's a tough day, a gruelling training session, an epic road trip or sitting on th...

Ben Healy joins us to unpack a whirlwind season—how he leveled up for 2025, the tactics that win races, and the truth behind that Tour de France stage (6:24). We dig into pacing by science vs. feel, aero testing, and the one thing pros can really get in trouble over. Ben weighs in on Worlds 2025, air pollution, Pogacar & Remco, and whether Remco’s saddle actually dropped. He shares how the pel...

Lachlan Morton joins me to share why he stepped out of the WorldTour peloton to ride his own path—swapping podiums for gravel, bikepacking, and real adventure. We dig into joy over metrics, why enjoyment is essential for long-term participation, and how performance culture can overshadow the ride. Lachlan talks ultra cycling resilience, the camaraderie of bikepacking, and how filming can distort a...

Today Anthony chats to Dr. David Lipman who is a health and human performance specialist. We talk about the levers that move health and performance forward and in this episode they get into the weeds of how to build identity and habits when you're starting all over again on your fitness journey. They also talk about stress and recovery in the real world and how amateur athletes can strike that...

Todays guest is a World Tour mechanic for Jayco Alula, Craig Geater who has used thousands and thousands of tools and products during the course of his career but which ones does he recommend? And more importantly, which ones does he absolutely despise? A BIG shoutout to our incredible sponsors - Parlee Cycles "Whether it's a tough day, a gruelling training session, an epic road trip or s...

Ever wondered what it’s like to live and travel alongside a WorldTour cycling team? In this episode, Sarah shares her unforgettable trip to Italy as a guest of Team Visma | Lease a Bike during Il Lombardia. From the team bus and food truck to race-day chaos and espresso stops, she got a rare behind-the-scenes look at pro cycling life. Anthony and Sarah chat about the experience — and how you can m...

In a world where Garmin dominates navigation for planes, boats, and cyclists, it seems almost impossible for any brand to challenge their lead — yet one did. Born not in Silicon Valley, but from the relentless passion of endurance athletes, Wahoo has redefined indoor training and connected fitness. In this episode, I sit down with Gareth Joyce, CEO of Wahoo and former executive at Mercedes and Del...

This season only one rider had managed to drop Tadej Pogačar — Wout van Aert. Until now. At the Pogi Challenge in Slovenia, British hill-climber Andrew Feather crossed the line ahead of Pogačar on his home roads, pulling off one of the most unexpected results of the year. Anthony sat down with Andrew to break down exactly how it happened — the pacing, the tactics, and the moment he realised Pogača...

Today Anthony sits down with Chris O'Callaghan, the father of former World Junior Champion and top downhill Mountain Bike Rider Oisin O'Callaghan. They take a really interesting direction in this chat and talk about the challenges and what it takes to raise a high performing kid, they chat about that delicate balance between pushing and protecting and the unseen sacrifices that come with e...

Anthony is kicking off a new chapter of the podcast after being inspired by Sarah’s Badlands ride — a reminder of what’s possible when you truly commit. This series follows his own “comeback” as he gets fully dialed in again: training with intention, rebuilding race fitness, and tightening up nutrition and mindset. Along the way he’ll be coached by experts he’s previously interviewed on the show,...

Today, Anthony takes listeners deep inside one of pro cycling’s most uncomfortable truths — the legal but dangerous world of painkiller use. For decades, riders were handed codeine and similar drugs to help them “push through” the agony of racing — a chemical crutch that wasn’t banned but carried heavy consequences. How did teams justify dosing their athletes in the name of performance and recover...

For decades cycling was ruled by numbers - threshold, TSS, zones and performance management charts but there is a new and more modern way to coach. And it's a lot more effective. In fact the old systems might actually be holding you back. Today Anthony sits down with one of the best coaches in the world, Alex Welburn, whose pioneering and cutting edge research into WBAL and Critical Power and toda...

Late night snacking has always been a big no no, especially for us weight conscious cyclists BUT today Anthony digs deep into a recent study that shows that bedtime protein shakes can actually boost fat loss, accelerate muscle growth, help in recovery and speed up your metabolism. One warning though, do this the wrong way and you'll wipe out all those benefits. Dr. Michael Ormsbee joins Anthony to...

Today, Anthony is joined by one of his favourite gravel racers, Danni Shrosbree, for an inspiring chat about life on and off the bike. They dive into the world of gravel racing, covering equipment, training, and the intense challenge of the Lifetime Grand Prix. Known for thriving in tough, technical, and long races, Danni shares what drives her to push limits both mentally and physically. NOMIO is...

Most cyclists chase stronger legs or a bigger engine. But according to Dr. Andrew Sellars, your true limiter isn’t your quads — it’s your breath. In this episode, Anthony sits down with the pioneer of biomarker-guided training to explore how respiratory muscle training can transform endurance, recovery, and even mindset. From simulating lung load on your couch to balancing CO₂ for better performan...

Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the world of professional cycling. Anthony is joined by Jonas Abrahamsen of Uno-X, a rider who’s not only racing at the very top level, but completely redefining how pros prepare for the biggest races on the planet. In this episode, Jonas reveals exactly how WorldTour riders structure their winter training — and why most amateurs are doing it wrong, the sur...

Anthony is joined today by Sarah as they talk about their latest adventure. 150km L'Etape Ireland event around the very famous Carrick on Siur - the home of Irish cycling. NOMIO is clinically proven to: Lower lactate levels, Reduce oxidative stress, Improve training adaptations And deliver a noticeable boost from the very first dose. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.drinknomio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

A lot of cyclists think that the secret to getting better is going harder and longer but in todays podcast Anthony sits down with legendary coach Vasilis Anastopoulos to demystify this. Vasilis Anastopoulos is the head of performance at Astana, he is the man behind some of the most radical modern training methods in pro cycling. He explains why the very best riders are turning to zone one riding....

Ultra-endurance racing isn’t just about power — it’s about who can suffer the smartest. At Badlands, one of the toughest ultra-distance races on the planet, Chris Mehlman proved he’s a master of that game, riding into an incredible 3rd place. In this episode, Chris takes us behind the scenes of his prep for an 800km desert challenge: the exact kit that worked, the fueling strategy that kept him sh...

After months of chasing down five of the world’s top cycling coaches—the minds behind Grand Tour wins, World Championships, and Olympic medals—I discovered one shocking truth: most riders train far too hard on their “easy” days. In this episode, I reveal the Zone 2 training secrets shared by Dan Lorang, John Wakefield, Vasilis Anastopoulos, Dr. Christian Schrot, and Dr. Stephen Seiler. Learn why p...

One of our most requested guests comes back on the show to join Anthony in today's episode. Iñaki de la Parra is a multi sport legend and now he coaches and mentors athletes and high achievers. Today they chat about Iñaki's philosophy for growth as an athlete and a person. Go check out Iñaki's Substack - https://substack.com/@inakidelaparra?r=itejb&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile NOMIO i...

This Roadman Cycling guide by Anthony Walsh tackles a common issue for endurance riders: a higher heart rate at the same power. Drawing on thousands of athlete files, Walsh explains five fixable causes—dehydration and low sodium, heat and poor cooling, under-developed aerobic base, stimulants or medications, and stress or fatigue—plus a bonus myth about faulty sensors. For each, he gives quick fix...

Want to know what keeps Tadej Pogačar at the top of his game? In this podcast, we reveal the three essential things he always does after a race. These habits might surprise you — they’re simple, but powerful for recovery, performance, and consistency. Whether you’re a cycling fan or just curious about pro routines, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the world’s best maintains his ed...