QueenStage Women's Cycling Podcast

The 20th anniversary of Unbound delivered apocalyptic weather, makeshift mud scrapers, and a thrilling finale. Is this the race we should officially crown the first monument of North American gravel? Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford, and Betsy Welch break down the epic 200-mile Life Time's UNBOUND Gravel presented by Shimano. The team discusses the chaotic course conditions across the Kansas Fli...

What does it look like to be best friends with your competitor? In this episode of Queen Stage , we sit down with Sarah Sturm and Maude Farrell , two of American gravel racing's most compelling figures, who race hard against each other and show up for one another when it matters most. The conversation starts at cyclocross nationals in Tacoma (2019), where Maude crashed in front of Sarah , and wind...

In this episode: Demi Vollering goes solo on La Redoute and never looks back, and we start asking the bigger question: What does rivalry actually do for a sport? This is the first episode in our four-part series with Rapha and Zwift, and the theme couldn't be more fitting for the final spring classic. Rosael Torres-Davis, Betsy Welch, and Anne-Marije Rook break down the 10th edition of the Women's...

The conversation delves into the world of cycling technology, with a focus on wheel manufacturing and the impact of stage racing on women's cycling. Tess Denning, the Science Engineering Manager at ZIPP, provides insights into the science of wheel manufacturing, the role of resin in wheel technology, and the challenges and advancements in wheel design. The discussion also highlights the Vuelta Fem...

Recorded live at Laguna Seca, the Queen Stage Podcast sits down with Michelle Duffy (VP of Marketing for Life Time) and Marley Blonsky (All Bodies on Bikes co-founder) to discuss the evolution of women's gravel and the power of inclusive community. The Sea Otter Women’s Race: GP Year Five The Grand Prix season kicked off with Sofia Gomez Villafañe and Lauren Stephens breaking away on the final cli...

Queen Stage Podcast | Paris-Roubaix Femmes 2026 Race Recap and Tech Deep Dive Franziska Koch wins Paris-Roubaix Femmes 2026 in a photo-finish sprint that nobody saw coming. We watched it live, stress-texted each other through the whole thing, and still weren't ready for that ending. Rosael, Molly, and Rook break down every kilometer of the Hell of the North, then sit down with Silca CEO Josh Poert...

Demi Vollering rode into Oudenaarde alone, and honestly? We kind of called it. Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford, and Shawn Small break down a thrilling, crash-marred edition of the Ronde van Vlaanderen, covering Vollering's dominant solo attack and the gravel tech taking over the peloton. This episode is brought to you by SRAM . Support the Show The best way to support Queen Stage is to subscrib...

In this episode: A coastal battle from Genoa to Sanremo, the chaos of the Cipressa, and why your chain lube might be the difference between a podium and the bus. The 2026 Spring Classics continue with one of the most prestigious—and longest—days on the calendar. Rosael Torres-Davis is joined by Molly Hurford and Anne-Marije Rook to break down a thrilling edition of Milano-Sanremo Donne. The team a...

In this episode: Strade Bianche Donne, Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, and why Lael Wilcox might shave her head in the name of aerodynamics. The 2026 women’s road season is officially underway, and Queen Stage is back. In this episode, Rosael Torres-Davis is joined by Molly Hurford and Anne-Marije Rook to break down the opening races of the Spring Classics season. The conversation begins with a deep dive i...

Welcome to the literal cold open from Rosael Torres-Davis and Molly Hurford, our snowbound reporters. We’re chatting about what’s coming up in 2026: team shifts, predictions and clashes we can’t wait to see, the races this show is covering, and some hints about the sponsors and special episodes that are in store. Make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an epis...

Today’s bonus holiday episode features bike adventure legend Lael Wilcox. Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch interview the Guinness World Record Holder about her first around the world attempt, what she’ll do differently in her second attempt, and how she stays motivated on such long journeys. And of course, make sure you’re following along at queenstage.cc , @ queenstage.cc on Instagram, and of course...

We break down a wild Women’s Elite Road Race at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali. On a 15 km circuit climbed 11 times with cobbles and altitude, the race turned into pure attrition—and delivered a podium few predicted: Magdeleine Vallieres (CAN) took the rainbow jersey, with Niamh Fisher-Black (NZL) second and Mavi García (ESP) third. Joining us is Kimberly Coats , CEO of Team Afric...

We break down a wild Women’s Elite Road Race at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali. On a 15 km circuit climbed 11 times with cobbles and altitude, the race turned into pure attrition—and delivered a podium few predicted: Magdeleine Vallieres (CAN) took the rainbow jersey, with Niamh Fisher-Black (NZL) second and Mavi García (ESP) third. Joining us is Kimberly Coats , CEO of Team Afric...

Join us as we dive into the thrilling MCC25 Women's Race Recap, where the inaugural women's race at the Maryland Cycling Classic unfolded with breathtaking intensity. From the 28-corner circuit that tested the riders' skills to the picturesque backdrop of Baltimore, this episode captures the essence of a race that was both challenging and exhilarating. Discover how the cobblestones, steep climbs,...

Join us on the Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast as we dive into the Maryland Cycling Classic, the biggest one-day race in the United States, now making history with its debut women's edition. Our special guest, Joanne Kiesanowski, a former professional cyclist and three-time Olympian, shares her insights as the Women's Competition Manager. Discover the challenges and excitement of this unique c...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast recapped the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, highlighting the excitement and challenges of the nine-day race. We cover everything from the controversy over prize money disparities, and the impact of media scrutiny on riders' weight and body image, and our highlights from the 9 days of racing. This wraps up Season 1 of the QueenStage and we want to hear fro...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discusses Stage 9 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch talking about the one and only Pauline Ferrand-Prevot (PFP) winning her second stage and securing the overall victory in the race. PFP's dominant performance, including a final attack with 6.5 km to go, highlighted her tactical...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discussed Stage 8 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch highlighting Pauline Ferrand Prevot’s incredible win on the Col de la Madeleine. With one stage to go and PFP with an almost 3-minute lead in the GC, can anyone stop her? Make sure you’re following along at queenstage.cc , @ qu...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discussed Stage 6 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch. The Queen Stage of the Tour de France Femmes with UAE Team ADQ's Maeva Squiban winning back-to-back stages. Kim Lecourt maintained her yellow jersey after a screaming fast descent—descents were key in today’s stage. The GC sta...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discussed Stage 6 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and special guest Shawn Small. The stage included 124 kilometers and 2,400 meters of climbing, with key moments including a breakaway by Elise Chabbey, Brody Chapman, and Silke Smulders, and a late attack by Maeva Squiban The GC battle intensi...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discussed Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch highlighting a hilly course and significant abandonments early on, including Kristen Faulkner and Elisa Balsamo. The stage saw a breakaway with riders like Allison Jackson and Brody Chapman, and a sprint finish with Kim Le Cour...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discussed Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch highlighting the breakaway by Francisca Cox and Ana Victoria Magalis, and the consistent sprint performance of Lorena Wiebes, who won again. The stage covered 131 kilometers with one climb and an intermediate sprint. The peloto...

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discussed Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch. Today we’re highlighting a significant crash 3.5 km from the finish line that affected top contenders like Demi Vollering and Elisa Longo Borghini. The 100-mile long flat stage saw a breakaway of four leading until 6 km to go....

The Queen Stage Women's Cycling Podcast discussed Stage 2 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, Molly Hurford and Betsy Welch highlighting 41-year-old Mavi Garcia's historic win as the oldest stage winner in the Tour's history. Garcia's aggressive climbing skills and resilience were praised, with her team celebrating her victory and all of us in tears...

Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift has started and we’re breaking down stage 1, focusing on the tactics and performance of key riders. Molly Hurford, Anne-Marije Rook, Rosael Torres-Davis, and Betsy Welch analyzed the finish line strategy, where teammates Pauline Ferrand-Prevot (PFP) and Marianne Vos dominated, with Vos ultimately winning. They discuss the implications of PFP's strong performance an...