The Wild Ones Cycling Podcast

You can check out the video versions of the podcast, plus more videos from Cade Media here:https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media/videos00:00 Sore feet05:47 Tour de France documentary canned13:44 Self-charging electronic shifters18:58 Ultra-cyclist killed during world record challenge19:59 Things we’ve tested that we’d actually buy…21:04 1 - These wheels are so good24:25 2 - More nice wheels26:55 3 - Shimano or SRAM?29:54 4 - An underrated groupset32:07 5 - Performance shoes, helmet and glasses for less37:29 6 - Unexpectedly great shoes39:08 7 - Solid saddle choices41:08 8 - Decent tyres43:39 9 - Top tubeless tool45:23 10 - Track pump47:35 Unpopular Opinion: High end bikes should be sold as framesets only52:52 Unpopular Opinion: Gravel bike gearing is too high53:39 Unpopular Opinion: Bib shorts don’t need to be washed after every ride56:02 Send us your Unpopular Opinions!56:25 Fantastically practical cycling solutions we love01:00:18 Please send us your questions!If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can check out the video versions of the podcast, plus more videos from Cade Media here:https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media/videos00:00 Emily’s new hobbies02:41 ‘World’s first smart handlebar’ funded by OnlyFans17:13 Lime bike tyres spark safety concerns24:21 Rim brakes banished from World Tour30:29 She’s riding 3,900 miles in 30 days?!34:12 Unpopular Opinion: bikes are getting faster, not better40:50 Unpopular Opinion: Pinarello make the best looking bikes43:39 Unpopular Opinion: bike fitting will be replaced by AI45:56 Send us your Unpopular Opinions!47:07 Bella’s on the ‘roids (FUOTW)48:18 How do I get into running and not over-do it?55:27 Want to feature on our show? We want to hear from you!If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the video versions of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMZ241fyVfiuPaQU2Cec_MidojrHElaC-Hope you enjoy the episode! Here's some chapters:00:00 Cycling state-side03:05 Is this really the world’s fastest bike?14:46 SRAM has a plan to make 2-by more aero16:50 Specialized accused of lying over $44,000 donation20:47 £30 a month to watch cycling?!21:30 100 fewer people on 20mph roads22:53 Bike brand apologises to Sir Chris Hoy over cancer video26:32 Unpopular Opinion: life’s too short to clean your bike34:24 Unpopular Opinion: driver’s licences for e-bikes39:36 Unpopular Opinion: Claris is good enough41:09 Send us your Unpopular Opinions!41:18 Jimmi got it wrong (FUOTW)42:51 Best destinations for solo bike tripsIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time.See the TheFalcon pictures here: https://road.cc/sites/default/files/styles/schema_org/public/2025-toot-engineering-tred-thefalcon-2.jpegCheck out Toot’s testing data here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1w-cga6PXiC68Tf7MxuYyxO0A52jAFm9MEneDTy8UZ4E/edit?gid=1330611408#gid=1330611408Read Escape Collective’s article here:https://escapecollective.com/specialized-says-it-donated-44000-to-unpaid-factory-workers-did-it/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks for tuning in this year! We'll be taking a short break in January, and will be back with more Wild Ones fun on February 6th.You can check out the video versions of the podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media/videos00:00 Francis is home for Xmas03:40 FYI, we’re taking a break in January03:56 Ranking 2024 roadie cycling trends04:54 Trend: uber-narrow handlebars06:33 Trend: aero everything07:16 Trend: grey bib shorts in the World Tour08:09 Trend: sharing Strava Year in Sport stats10:54 Trend: turning in your hoods13:25 Trend: 165 cranks14:25 Trend: ‘weird’ looking aero bikes15:32 Trend: bladder packs18:24 Trend: bike-themed tattoos19:57 Trend: MASSIVE TT helmets20:54 Trend: Pas Normal Studios21:47 Trend: drivers vs cyclist war22:04 Why the podcast didn’t go live on time last week (FUOTW)24:16 Our most unhinged quiz yet…25:06 Q1: The Around The World record took how long?26:11 Q2: How long did the tandem Around The World record take?28:23 Q3: What risque thing did Jimmi say he’d sell for £1000?30:49 Q4: What’s the chemical symbol for Carbon MONOXIDE? 33:11 Q5: Which retro thing was born the same year as Tadej Pogacar?34:26 Q6: Which retro thing was born the same year as Lotte Kopecky?35:41 Q7: Which of these films does NOT feature a bicycle?38:37 Jimmi’s Secret Santa for Francis42:23 Emily’s Secret Santa for Jimmi46:55 Francis’ Secret Santa for Emily48:36 Unpopular Opinion: Bikes don’t have to be slammed to look nice50:32 Unpopular Opinion: Bikes AREN’T Getting More Expensive51:34 Christmas Unpopular Opinions52:50 Send us your Unpopular Opinions + see you February 6thIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmi finally caved and got Strava. Here's a link to his and Nic's Project 400 Strava ClubThanks to Nic for co-hosting with us.Here's some time stamps (FYI, sometimes the adverts throw off the timings slightly)00:00 Jimmi and Nic's Project 400 Strava club03:45 The elephant in the room…06:42 SRAM’s developing a new kind of turbo trainer10:19 Cyclist’s car insurance voided because of tow bar13:36 UCI bans carbon monoxide & Tanfield’s bid in tatters15:57 Why UDH is the new ‘rim v disc brakes’ - here’s what you need to know32:54 Unpopular Opinion: Big bikes should not exist39:26 Unpopular Opinion: Head wind is worse than climbing41:28 Unpopular Opinion: Carbon fibre should be banned41:48 Unpopular Opinion: No one needs a bike costing more than £200042: 58 Unpopular Opinion: Cycling is NOT better with friends44:55 We need your emails! Send us your Unpopular Opinions45:25 ‘Should I get a respray?’48:12 How to wash a bike when you live in an apartmentIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hosts dive into a leaked Shimano groupset that's causing a buzz in the cycling world. Colnago reveals some ridiculously luxurious new merch that sparks a fun comparison between a hoodie and a pizza oven. They tackle the debate on gravel bikes and share hilarious unpopular opinions, while also discussing serious topics like biking safety. The humor continues with personal anecdotes and maintenance tips, creating a lively atmosphere that connects with cycling enthusiasts.

You can check out the video versions of the podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media/videosColnago bike pics: https://road.cc/content/tech-news/uglier-bianchi-oltre-leaked-colnago-aero-bike-splits-opinion-311521Astana X-Labs bike pics: https://road.cc/content/tech-news/tech-week-mark-cavendish-astana-chinese-bikes-311465If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover the common rookie errors cyclists make when purchasing a bike, especially the importance of proper sizing and fit. The conversation ventures into the dynamic world of cycling, examining the impact of recent Strava updates and celebrity athletes entering the bike manufacturing realm. Enjoy some lighthearted takes on quirky bike build stories while uncovering crucial biking maintenance tips. Engage in the debate over clipless versus flat pedals and laugh with anecdotes that highlight the importance of user data in the evolving fitness tech landscape.

You can check out the video versions of the podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media/videosCheck out the vlog where Jimmi stuffs his tyre with grass here: https://youtu.be/vCV-BROYuk0?si=Qt4Ko4cfsctsakjpIf you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.ukThanks and see you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hosts share their love for cycling, reminiscing about memorable Saturday rides. They dive into the exhilarating world of unicycling, highlighting a student who climbed Everest on one. Discussions shift to endurance sports, comparing extreme running events and cycling strategies. The impact of recent cycling tech advances, especially SRAM’s smart wheels, captures attention. They also navigate the effects of economic downturns on bike sales and changing consumer preferences in apparel, wrapping up with the intriguing role of music in racing.