The Wheelhouse Cycling Podcast with Kate and Joel

Henk Vogels drops into the studio to join Kate to chat the latest off season news. They deep dive into Pogacar's dual Grand Tour ambitions in 2024 What motivated Bradley Wiggins to success? The Aussie racing scene & a big vision for ARA Skip-Capital  Would a Super League work in cycling?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the off season turns into the silly season, the team get on board the festive mood. Who’s to blame for the Cian Uijtdebroeks saga? The Women’s Giro route is announced Cycling themed Christmas gifting for the non cyclists The Austral, what’s a wheelrace? Major Taylor in for major recognition Budding chefs listen up – there’s a job on offer Wanna name a snow plough? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alaphillipe heads back Down Under Bye Bye Campagnolo? We'll miss Jess Allen No cobbles? No problem! A Gigante ride up Mt Buffalo  Primoz returns to the snow  Cat Ferguson - on the shoulders of giants  Llamas and mini goats for women's cycling  and a very special (little) guest helps us record the show  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The off season rolls on with some big topics to discuss.* Sagan, the gift that keeps giving* How much is the cycling economy worth to Australia?* What’s your bunch ride bugbear?* Jan Ullrich - The Hunted - we agree to disagree on this one!* Will Aussie Road Nats pack up and go West?* Pre-race oached chicken and Fanta - for real!* What’s your lateral malleolus got to do with anything?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Dear Life, you’re pretty amazing” #blessed Safiya Al Sayegh makes history for the UAE Rohan Dennis hits his bucket list Big changes at GCN Sarah Roy on the move The Six Days are up and running Lotte Kopecky gets honoured Cav and his cow-cardigan Matt Richardson does weight room backflips Rod Ellingsworth to Man United? Does a 55K pound bike pass the pub test? Van der Poel to triathlon? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are now deep into the off season, with the news feed filling up with riders off season what not's. This week:  Off season blow outs - all good or no good? The Tour of Tasmania, a talent hunting ground. Why is the UCI cross? The Wheel of Misfortune rolls on Listener discounts for Christmas - get on it!  Mobile phones and driving, the stats are in and they're SHOCKING. Bikebug has  some great deals dropping this week for Black Friday. To get access to the promotions you will need to be signed up to the mailing list which you can do at bikebug.com.This year, all of the deals are being sent out via email so make sure to add your name to the list.  The promotions will not be visible on the home page you will need the code that is sent to your inbox. In the last few weeks they have done some pretty great deals, stay subscribed to bikebug.com and make sure you don't miss out! HEAD HERE FOR YOUR WHEELHOUSE DISCOUNT! Use the code wheelhouse at checkout to get 10% off your first order.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From their flash new digs, Kate, Joel and Mercksy are embracing the madness of the off season in full flight.  Plapp returns Down Under Renshaw reunites with Cavendish Protests and sport, yes or no? A double header for The Wheel of Misfortune Kate tries her luck with a new segment "What now" from the UCI..... Do you get stressed watching cycling? You're not alone Run, Freddy, Run. A quick marathon from Freddy Ovett.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's an endless stream of cycling fodder coming through, Kate, Joel and Merckxy can't get enogh!  They chat:  Can Wout win a GT? Who's been a naughty boy? How many carbs can you handle? The NRS heads to Tasmania Sisters of the Saddle - using cycling to give back The Wheels of Misfortune is back....!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate is joined this week by Scott McGrory who didn’t bring his Olympic gold medal but did bring his strong opinions…. The TDFF finale on Alpe Is gravel ruining the TDF… Scott McGrory tells us where he was born - why? The Aussie National Racing Series - where’s it at? Geraint Thomas - the $5m dollar man  The Wheel of Misfortune is back! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the bunker, Kate, Joel and Merckxy chat:  The Giro route is announced Superstitions get Jay Vine across the line  Felicity the Brave is headed to the World Tour Saya slays the BMX to end the year on top Who are Pon? The gravel heads to Radelaide Bikespot - can it change the game of road safety in Australia? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.