The Slow Ride: A Cycling Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Ep 418 The Towel Dec 13, 2022

Show notes

This week we try our best to just rock the one cog and party at the back, but everyone just wants to race. Mechanics are dropping towels and anoraks have been purchased. Plus, more Jetsons/Flintstone's content than ever before on the show.

The poddy is also supported by Hammerhead. For a limited time, our listeners can get a free Custom Color Kit and exclusive premium water bottle with the purchase of Hammerhead Karoo 2. Visit hammerhead.io right now and use the promo code SLOWRIDE at checkout to get yours today.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Ep 417 Homemade Anorak Dec 06, 2022

Show notes

This week we play bike designer before deciding to also make our own Anoraks. We discuss why David Rebellin was such a fixture of our cycling fandom and make some wild 2024 Tdf podium predictions. Plus, roller racing.

If you're in the Worcester area and fancy seeing if you can hold a candle to Major Taylor check out some roller racing. Always fun and all profits go to the Major Taylor Association. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/racing-major-taylor-a-bicycle-roller-racing-event-tickets-466573673417

An Anorak: https://road.cc/content/review/specializedfjallraven-thermo-anorak-297647?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The Show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Tim (@thesuperrookie)

Ep 316 Infrastructure Week Nov 29, 2022

Show notes

This week we talk a lot of cx, both the actual racing and the course infrastructure. We discuss our eBay watch lists and some favorite YouTube channels before getting into a bunch of great emails.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Ep 415 Cliff Nov 22, 2022

Show notes

This week we finally get an answer from Tim about what he's doing with his Cliff bar wrappers. We discuss all the layoffs at Cyclingtips, fan the flames of a few rumors and find out why the American men aren't making better at cx. Plus, cargo bike talk.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The Show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Tim (@thesuperrookie)

Ep 414 Real Miles Nov 15, 2022

Show notes

This week we start our planning for the 2023 season. Will Valverde be there riding with us, or should we just buy a spot in the team car? Do trainer miles count, or should we just spend all our time layering? Plus, more Lichen content then Spencer ever imagined.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The Show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Tim (@thesuperrookie)

Ep 413 Leg Pain Nov 08, 2022

Show notes

This week with winter knocking Spencer doubles down on some pain cave essentials. We talk Pan Ams and Euro Champs and get back into staring at BMX bikes endlessly. Plus, we formulate a plan for American Cycle ball dominance.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The Show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Tim (@thesuperrookie)

Ep 412 Let's Call Them Frank Nov 01, 2022

Show notes

This week we delve deep into the meaning of Fred and decide maybe it needs an update. Plus, Tim looks silly at the bmx shop, Surly bike names and we try and remember our own podium rules for children.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Ep 411 New Favorite Rider Oct 25, 2022

Show notes

This week Spencer is back, and he's got a few small criticisms for Tim and Matt. We try and pick the pods new favorite (older) rider, wonder about Eli and talk neck pillows. Plus, we need a favor in Columbus Ohio.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

Ep 410 Japan Cup Oct 18, 2022

Show notes

This week we celebrate the Japan cup in all its glory!!! Spencer is away this week, so you know what that means? Dad talk. We discuss cargo bikes and the joys/fear of watching your child ride.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)

409 A Handsome Clock Oct 11, 2022

Show notes

This week's show is overflowing with racing content. We talk Italian Classics, hour records, and how we kinda liked gravel worlds. But mostly this week is about celebrating Valverde! and some other legends that retired this past weekend.

This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. You still have time to pick yourself up the first EVER official SRP merch at wideanglepodium.com/srp300

Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Check out the brand new WAP app available in the Apple and Android app stores!

You can listen to us in a variety of ways:

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere great podcasts are found. Give us a review and rating! We'd appreciate it!

You can email us at theslowridepodcast@gmail.com

Find us on Twitter:

The show (@theslowridepod)

Matt (@Matt46292097)

Spencer (@spencerhaugh)