Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast

Fitter Radio Episode 556 - Jack Moody. Justin Ralph of Velo Performance. Sam Long.

Mar 25, 2024

Jack Moody hosts the discussion, bringing his engineering expertise and passion for triathlon. He chats with Justin Ralph, a bike fitting specialist with Olympic experience, about optimizing cycling performance through tailored adjustments. Sam Long shares insights on competing in the PTO T100 series, raising questions about pro athletes' commitments. The podcast also highlights the complexities of officiating large triathlon races and features Graham Brewster, who uses his upcoming Ironman Cairns as crucial Kona prep.

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Quick takeaways

Jack Moody's personal story about his family pet adds relatability, showcasing the human side of professional athletics.

The sold-out IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside race raises concerns about officiating challenges and maintaining fair competition among crowded participant fields.

Justin Ralph of Velo Performance emphasizes the importance of tailored bike fittings in achieving optimal cycling performance for various athletes.

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Guest Host Introduction and Background

The episode features Jack Moody as a guest host, stepping in for Tim Brazier who is dealing with technical difficulties. Moody shares a personal anecdote about the recent loss of his family pet, which adds a touch of relatability to the episode. He also discusses his weekend spent at Beach Hop in Whangamata, alongside his younger brother and grandparents, where they explored classic muscle cars. Additionally, Moody reveals his engineering background and previous experience at Jaguar Land Rover, highlighting his knowledge of aerodynamics.

Intro

2min

Reflections on Loss and Passion for Engineering

2min

Triathlon Updates and Lighthearted Banter

2min

Emerging Stars in Triathlon

6min

Navigating Triathlon Challenges

22min

Triathlon Tales: Rivals, Challenges, and Community

12min

Optimizing Performance Through Aero Testing and Bike Fitting

4min

Mastering Bike Fitting for Performance

21min

Optimizing Cycling Aerodynamics

16min

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Enhancing Cycling Performance Through Custom Bike Fitting

2min

11.

Exploring Aerodynamics and Personal Preferences in Cycling Equipment

2min

Jack Moody, Professional Triathlete, is hosting the podcast with Bevan this week.

We catch up on the racing from the weekend plus we talk about the “sellout” for the pros at the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside race – will this be a nightmare to officiate?

We share Sam Long’s review of his race at the T100 in Miami and ask do pro athletes have their feet in both camps, despite having contracts with the PTO?

We catch up with Graham Brewster, winner of the free race entry to IRONMAN Cairns.

Bevan chats to Justin Ralph of Velo Performance – an organisation set up to help people across the spectrum optimise their on-bike position specifically related to their own cycling goals.

Justin Ralph has spent a significant amount of time working with cyclists. In 2017 he transferred to High Performance Sport New Zealand and worked with Cycling New Zealand as a performance physiotherapist and bike fitter. Justin has been to the London and Rio Paralympics, the Tokyo Olympics as well as the 2018 Commonwealth Games and multiple World Championships and World Cups.

Justin’s journey from physiotherapy to the niche world of bike fitting and aero testing reveals a unique perspective on cycling performance. He shares his experience in working with a diverse range of cyclists—from everyday enthusiasts to para-athletes and national track teams—and how he tailors bike fittings to enhance both comfort and speed.

We discuss the intricate process of adapting bikes for athletes with disabilities and the evolution of aero testing from wind tunnels to real-time track assessments. Justin provides invaluable insights for cyclists aiming to push their limits.

(0:00:00) – We introduce Jack Moody.

(0:03:50) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10

(0:03:59) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15

(0:04:26) – WTCS racing and Hugo Milner.

(0:10:18) – Oceanside is a sellout… for the pros! How will this affect the race?

(0:16:32) – The T100 Series… do the pro athletes have a foot in both camps?

(0:20:28) – Sam Long reviews his race from the T100 Miami.

(0:33:22) – IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong

(0:38:53) – Graham Brewster

(0:45:19) – Aero testing and bike fitting

(0:52:46) – Justin Ralph of Velo Performance.

LINKS:

Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in.

ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/

Follow Jack Moody on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/

Dan Barry First Wheel at https://firstwheel.co.nz/

IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong

Justin Ralph at https://veloperformance.co.nz/about/

Floe Bottle at https://www.floebottle.com/

IRONMAN Cairns at https://www.ironman.com/im-cairns

Sam Long’s YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuGZGcO5LvIH4u9g_2ZsHGQ

Follow Hugo Milner on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hugo_milner/