STAGE 2 RECAP | CAPE EPIC 2025 | CYCLESPORT.COM ALEX WILD + ZACH CALTON | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 519

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(00:00) Welcome!

(01:33) The flat tire from hell

(08:16) How to Recover from Adversity Mid-Race

(11:32) Stage 3 2025 Absa Cape Epic

(18:11) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Join Coach Jonathan for a thorough breakdown of stage two of the 2025 ABSA Cape Epic with team Cycle Sports' Alex Wild and Zach Kelton. They discuss the challenges faced in a 66km time trial, including mechanical failures, and how they impacted the team's performance. Learn about the race rules, personal experiences, and the team's strategy moving forward. Support their racing efforts by following the sponsor links and using the discount codes shared in this episode!

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