Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, Presented by Silca

Kristen & Nick Legan: Mud, Mayhem, & Marginal Gains

Jul 12, 2023

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Introduction

2min

Nick Legan and Kristen Legan Win the 350 XL

2min

The Unbound XL: A Different Race

3min

How to Train for a 350 Mile Race

2min

The Two Triangles: The Frame and Fork

3min

The Pathfinders of a Popular Choice at Unbound

2min

How to Keep Your Bike Moving Forward

2min

Shimano GRX: The Right Choice for the Race

2min

The Debate Over One by Versus Two By

2min

10.

How to Prep a Chain for an Extreme Event

2min

11.

How to Keep Your Drive Train and Chain Happy

2min

12.

How to Choose the Right Gear for Your Bike

3min

13.

The Importance of Comfort in Running

2min

14.

The Impact of Aero Bars on the 350 XL

3min

15.

The Benefits of Aerobars

2min

16.

How to Carry Your Stuff in a Race

4min

17.

How to Prepare for a Long Event

2min

18.

The Importance of Weather in a Muddy Race

2min

19.

Nick's Role in the XL 200

2min

20.

The Difficult Time I Had Out There

3min

21.

How to Overcome Mechanical Fatigue

2min

22.

The Unplugged Wire on My Bike

2min

23.

How to Track Your Event Mileage

3min

24.

How to Stay Intentional in a Race

3min

25.

How to Clear Mud

3min

26.

How to Keep Mud Out of Your Bike

2min

27.

The Best Thing You Can Do in Mud

2min

28.

The Spirit of Gravel

2min

29.

How to Clear Mud on the 350 XL

2min

If you think the stories you've heard about the 2023 Unbound are crazy, wait 'til you hear Kristen Legan's story of her XL win. She focused on this race this year, and her preparation and dedication will resonate with any endurance Margingal Gainer. Kristen's joined in this episode by Nick Legan: author of the popular book Gravel Cycling, Unbound vet, top-tier mechanic, and Road Brand Manager with Shimano. Enjoy this is deep dive into bike setup, mental marginal gains and thick, sticky mud.

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