Thursday May 01, 2025

The Keegan Episode

Episode 149 - The Keegan Episode

What up party people. I mentioned this on the show but I gotta hand it to my boys Tyler and DJ for holding down the fort last week while the rest of us bums skipped town for other things. We were all a little nervous about how it would go because in the 3 years we’ve been doing this thing, I think that was the first time we’ve ever only had two of us on the air but hey, I gotta say, it went absolutely swimmingly. Speaking of swimmingly, if you came here this week expecting more of those seamless transitions and on-topic discussions without interruptions well you’re in for a rude awakening because with all five of us back in the studio you know this week was anything but.

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Summary

In this conversation, the hosts discuss the recent BWR Cali race, team performances, and the dynamics within their cycling community. They analyze recent race highlights, including the Gila race, and share personal insights about upcoming races and their experiences. The discussion also touches on notable cyclists like Cam Jones and the Whiskey 50 race, providing a comprehensive overview of the current cycling landscape. In this segment of the podcast, the hosts delve into various aspects of competitive cycling, discussing personal experiences, performance reflections, and the nature of consistency in racing. They also touch on the balance between humor and cycling discussions, and the technicalities of tire choices and pressure decisions for optimal performance. In this segment of the conversation, the participants delve into various aspects of cycling, particularly focusing on tire choices, race strategies, and the dynamics of gravel racing. They discuss the evolution of tire sizes used in races, the importance of group dynamics during competitions, and the implications of race results. The conversation also touches on the participation rates in events, the rules governing crit racing, and the strategies employed in the pits during races. Overall, the discussion provides insights into the complexities of competitive cycling and the experiences of the riders. In this episode, the hosts delve into various aspects of endurance racing, including the nuances of time cuts, humorous anecdotes from races, and the potential impact of Olympic athletes on gravel racing. They engage in a lively debate about the hypothetical performance of elite cyclists like Nino Schurter against Keegan Swenson in a race like Leadville, while also discussing the importance of team dynamics in endurance events. The conversation wraps up with insights on tire testing and equipment choices for racing.

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