Are CGMs, Sweat Testing, and Core Temp Worth It?
We react to the 2025 review “Nutritionally Relevant Technological Advancements in Professional Cycling” and give practical takeaways on the most talked-about devices athletes are wearing right now.
We react to the 2025 review “Nutritionally Relevant Technological Advancements in Professional Cycling” and give practical takeaways on the most talked-about devices athletes are wearing right now.
You probably own a power meter, but do you know how it measures power or how these devices have evolved over 20 years? We were joined by Stages Cycling’s head of product development Pat Warner to pull back the curtain on the technology of power measurement.
Technology has penetrated deep into the wilds of the world, be it with GPS, satellite communications, drones, or other forms of gadgetry. Adventure photographer and endurance athlete Chris Burkard breaks down how tech is impacting our wild sides.
Athletes can now perform sweat analysis, check skin temperature, and monitor insulin in the field. But should they? We review the latest in nutrition technologies. We also talk about the potential adverse impacts of carbohydrates and caffeine on our health.
Experts in medicine, biomechanics, and physical therapy join Dr. Griffin McMath and Trevor Connor to decode the causes of neck pain in cyclists and the strategies that keep athletes strong, steady, and pain-free over the long haul.
In this episode, we explore how endurance athletes and coaches are using today’s top nutrition apps—and what to consider before relying on them.
On this episode, Lennard Zinn shares his decades of experience and experimentation to help answer the question of whether shorter cranks are better.
Jack Burke tells us how he trained and raced record-setting climbs on Alpe d’Huez, the Stelvio, and the Mortirolo.
Training is becoming increasingly virtual. We discuss with Velocity owner Robbie Ventura how to maximize athlete and coach interactions in this new online environment.
Some say filling a hydration bladder with cold water or ice could improve heat management for gravel riders compared to a standard jersey. This article explores whether that claim holds merit.
You don’t need to spend huge amounts of money on gear to see significant gains in your triathlon times.
When does an innovation in speed cross the line of fair competition or safety?
Lennard Zinn shares his decades of experience to help cyclists of all levels navigate what gear they do and don’t need when starting a new cycling discipline.
Continuous lactate monitors have the potential to be a game changer in the endurance world, but does the technology measure up to the hype?
Our team dives into these important topics and along the way, Grant shows his “dadness,” while Rob and Trevor argue while making the same point.
Learn what aero sensors do for cyclists and whether or not the tech is worth adding to training.
Some bike features aren’t worth the high price tag, while other bike upgrades might be worthwhile.
For our 300th episode, our hosts – both old and new – are interviewed by Dr. Stephen Seiler to discuss where we’ve been and where we’re going.