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  • Tour de France 2026 Route | Hit or Miss?

    Tour de France 2026 Route | Hit or Miss?
    2025/10/27
    The route for the 2026 Edition of the Tour de France has just been released. In this episode, Dave discusses the facts and opinions about the route choice.

    Facts & totals
    • Dates: 4 July to 26 July 2026.
    • Grand Départ: Barcelona, Spain.
    • 21 stages.
    • Total distance: ~3,333 km.
    • Total climbing (vertical gain): ~54,000 m.
    • Stage-type mix (from published summary):
      • One Team Time Trial (TTT) to open.
      • One (or minimal) Individual Time Trial (ITT).
      • 8 mountain stages with ~5 summit finishes.
      • 4 hilly stages (medium mountains/undulating)
      • 7 flat stages (sprinters’ domain).
    The decision to start with a team time trial is a bold one — the first such by the Tour since 1971 in that format.

    The route promises a “crescendo” built in: easier stages early in Spain, then progressively tougher terrain across the Pyrenees, Massif Central, Voges, Alps, then Alpe d’Huez double finish.

    The highest point of the race will be the climb of the Galibier (via Télégraphe etc) in the Alps.

    Sprinters will still get their chances, but the mid-to-late mountains may render some flat stages less predictable.

    If you have just started your cycling journey, you can get your Beginner Cyclist Toolkit Here.

    It's packed full of information and advice to get you started safely on your journey.
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    7 分
  • Reflections From the Road | Rolling Through Yorkshire

    Reflections From the Road | Rolling Through Yorkshire
    2025/10/24
    This episode hits the road — literally!

    Recorded on two wheels through North Yorkshire’s beautiful lanes, I talk about cycling clothing, training tips, and what keeps me pushing the pedals when motivation dips.

    Along the way, I meet wildlife, a train, and have coffee from a coffee bike!

    It’s a chatty ride-along full of energy, inspiration, and countryside vibes.

    If you have just started your cycling journey, you can get your Beginner Cyclist Toolkit Here.

    It's packed full of information and advice to get you started safely on your journey.
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    18 分
  • Cold weather Cycling tips.

    Cold weather Cycling tips.
    2025/10/18
    As the temperature drops and the nights draw in, motivation can also drop — unless your gear works with the season, not against it.
    In this episode, David breaks down a practical guide to dressing for colder rides and outdoor workouts.

    From base layers to windproof shells, gloves to thermal socks, you’ll learn how to stay warm, dry, and mobile without overheating or overcomplicating.

    Whether you're commuting, training, or just trying to stay consistent, this is your blueprint for cold-weather resilience.

    If you have just started your cycling journey, you can get your Beginner Cyclist Toolkit Here.

    It's packed full of information and advice to get you started safely on your journey.
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    15 分
  • Proven ways to regain your motivation to ride

    Proven ways to regain your motivation to ride
    2025/10/17
    We all hit the wall. That moment when the bike gathers dust, the gear feels heavy, and motivation slips through your fingers.

    In this episode, I get real about the slump — why it happens, what it means, and how to climb out of it with intention. From mindset shifts to micro-habits, you'll learn how to reconnect with your purpose, rebuild momentum, and ride with renewed energy.

    Whether you're stuck in a rut or just need a spark, this one's for you.

    If you have just started your cycling journey, you can get your Beginner Cyclist Toolkit Here.

    It's packed full of information and advice to get you started safely on your journey.
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    14 分
  • Garmin Got Served: Strava’s Bold Legal Move

    Garmin Got Served: Strava’s Bold Legal Move
    2025/10/14
    In a surprising twist for the fitness tech world, Strava has filed a lawsuit against Garmin, accusing the GPS titan of infringing on key patents and violating a long-standing partnership agreement. At the heart of the dispute? Two core features: segments and heatmaps — staples of Strava’s platform that let users compete on route sections and visualize popular training paths.

    Strava is now seeking a permanent injunction to block Garmin from selling fitness devices that use these contested features, including popular models like the Forerunner, Fenix, and Edge series

    If you have just started your cycling journey, you can get your Beginner Cyclist Toolkit Here.

    It's packed full of information and advice to get you started safely on your journey.
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    5 分
  • Do You Need a Gravel Bike?

    Do You Need a Gravel Bike?
    2025/10/14
    I recently went on a ride with a friend who brought his gravel bike. I showed up with my mountain bike—and honestly, I had a blast.

    It got me thinking: do we really need a gravel bike, or is it just another shiny object in the cycling world? In this episode, I unpack that question. We’ll explore the differences between gravel and mountain bikes, what the marketing gets right (and wrong), and how to make gear decisions that align with your goals—not just the trends.

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your current setup is enough, or felt the pull of the next big upgrade, this one’s for you.

    Have you recently gotten into cycling? Then get my Beginner Cyclist Toolkit here
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    10 分
  • Top 10 Tour de France Moments: Sticky Bottles & Superheroes

    Top 10 Tour de France Moments: Sticky Bottles & Superheroes
    2025/08/01
    The Tour may be over, but the thrills linger.

    In this episode of Ride & Thrive, Dave counts down 10 unforgettable moments from this year’s Tour de France—from Quinn Simmons channeling Captain America to Lenny Martinez’s cheeky sticky bottle maneuver on Stage 18 🚴‍♂️💥.

    Get ready for a fast-paced recap with behind-the-scenes drama, insider insights, and the kind of cycling storytelling that fuels your ride. Buckle up, it’s time to relive the magic—starting with #10 and climbing all the way to #1.

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    16 分
  • Van Aert Goes Out in Style | Dominant Pogacar Wins Yellow

    Van Aert Goes Out in Style | Dominant Pogacar Wins Yellow
    2025/07/30
    🎙️ Tour de France 2025: Highs, Heartbreaks & Heroics

    Three weeks. Twenty-one stages. Endless storylines. From Pogačar’s clinical dominance to the cobbled chaos of Montmartre, this year’s Tour blended tradition with unpredictability.

    In this special wrap-up episode, we break down the biggest winners, the unexpected losers, and the moments that made this Tour unforgettable.

    Who cemented their legacy? Who cracked under pressure? And who deserves more love than the headlines gave?

    We talk climbs, crashes, comebacks, and controversies—with fresh insights for fans and first-timers alike.

    Whether you followed every stage or just dipped in for the final showdown, Ride & Thrive has you covered.

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    21 分