Episode 95 of The Wheelhouse Cycling Podcast….. here's what's happening:

* Giro D'Italia Update: The Tadej Pogacar show

* Johnathan Narvaez was happy Tadej went too late

* Whatever you do, don’t stand between Pog and his pasta

* Do the riders need a bike computer to win?

* The first "sprinters stage," prompted a humorous backlash on social media

* Pogacar's late attack in Stage 3 stirred some controversy, with journalists and fans deeming it "unnecessary."

* Thymen Arensman's father stirs up Twitter, what would Father Michael do?

* Belinda McLoed has graced us with "The Hot Mess Map" for this year's Giro, celebrating #tourgran.

* The Wheelhouse is participating in the 8NationsVuelta, currently tied for third place! Can we rejig our team?

* Women’s Vuelta * Demi Vollering claims victory at this year's event.

* The riders' union has introduced a "puddle zone" for the riders

* Updates from the Aussie Cup

* The peloton is often heard expressing contentment with phrases like "I'm so happy" and "It’s really nice." We discuss how their multilingual abilities help, and we might just sprinkle in some Aussie slang to spice up their descriptions.

* Kate now has a street named after her

* Declan Tresize makes a splash at Ronde van Overijssel, showcasing formidable skills and earning well*deserved kudos.

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Join us for Episode 94 of The Wheelhouse Cycling Podcast as we delve into a thrilling line up of cycling stories and insights. This episode features Olympic Gold Medallist and commentator Scott McGrory, who brings his wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussion. Don't miss out on:

• Scotts takeaways from The Grafton to Inverell
• Aussie success at BMX World Cup: Sakakibara and Kennedy reign supreme in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
• Tour of Hongrie – its not 2017 but Peter Sagan and Mark Cavendish are lining up side by side
• Women's Vuelta: From dramatic crashes to strategic victories, and opportunity for 7 Aussie women
• The Tour of Romandie as a predictor for the TDF - Carlos Rodriguez's performance for Ineos
• The Giro D’Italia is here – will Pogacar make it a snooze fest?
• Ben O’Connor leads the way for 9 Aussie’s on the lap around Italy
• Gerraint Thomas’ incredible longevity in pro cycling – can he set a new age standard for pro cycling?
• Nike step back into cycling with Demi Vollering
• Supporting the Afghan women aiming for Paris Olympics

Perfect for cycling enthusiasts and sports fans alike, this episode covers the latest in cycling news, race recaps, and personal stories from legends of the sport.

Thank you to Bike Bug for their support – don’t forget to use code ‘Wheelhouse’ at the checkout for 10% off.

Keywords: Cycling Podcast, Scott McGrory, Giro d'Italia, Women's Vuelta, Tour of Romandie, BMX World Cup, Olympic Cycling, Cycling Commentary, Sapphire Tour, Cycling News

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This week, we're honoured to host cycling sensation Grace Brown to dissect her stunning victory at Liège-Bastogne-Liège, and track cycling icon Kaarle McCulloch to discuss Australia's Olympic preparations and more.

What's Rolling This Episode:

• Triumph at Liège: Grace Brown shares the emotional rollercoaster of clinching a Spring Classic and the razor-sharp focus that leads to podium finishes.
• Olympic Aspirations: Kaarle McCulloch gives us the lowdown on Australia's journey to Olympic glory, with insights on the preparation and mindset for success.
• ANZAC Solidarity: Exploring the unbreakable bonds among ANZAC cyclists, with a peek into their mutual encouragement across social media platforms.
• Challenging the Champion: Delving into strategies for athletes to tackle competitors like Pogacar and Van Der Poel in their dominant spring campaigns.
• Stability in Sports: The impact of long-term contracts on athletes' performances - an in-depth discussion featuring cases like Wiebes and Del Toro.
• Beyond the Gears: Debunking the myth of technology as the sole factor for cycling success and examining the real drivers behind gold-medal achievements.
• Industry Insights: Amid a market downturn, Colnago emerges victorious. Join our tech talk to find out how they're outpacing the competition.

🚲 Special thanks to BikeBug for supporting our cycling community! Visit www.bikebug.com.au and use the exclusive code 'wheelhouse' for a sweet 10% discount on your next gear haul.

🌟 Support the Future: Tayte Ryan's journey to the Junior World Track Cycling Championships. Find out how to help on his GoFundMe page.

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