The Cycling Podcast S13 Ep116: Stage 3 | San Maurizio Canavese > Ceres | Vuelta a España
Aug 25, 2025
The vibrant atmosphere of the Vuelta a España takes center stage as the race transitions from Italy to Spain, showcasing local reactions and culinary delights. Chaos erupts with a bike theft incident that tests the resilience of one team as they scramble for solutions. The intersection of cycling and pop culture becomes apparent as past events and film influence current situations. Riders' strategies and emotional journeys add depth to the competition, while the complexities of team dynamics and future prospects keep the cycling community engaged and buzzing.
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Local Reception Of The Grande Salida
- The episode highlights Piemonte's mixed reception: good local atmosphere despite August holidays and limited TV coverage in Italy.
- Hosts note the logistical and promotional trade-offs when Grand Tours start outside the host country.
Team Bike Theft And Emergency Repairs
- Visma–Lease a Bike woke to their team truck broken into and many race bikes stolen overnight before the stage.
- Richard Plugger and Stefan Küng described frantic mechanics and help from other teams to rebuild bikes so riders could start.
Organisers' Limited Liability For Theft
- The organisers cannot legally take responsibility for teams' stolen personal goods, so security support varies by budget.
- Brent Copeland explained organisers assist where possible but recovery often depends on trackers and luck.