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King of the Ride

Ted King
Gravel Racing
Unbound
Cycling
AG1
Gravel Cycling
Professional Cycling
Nutrition
Emporia, Kansas
Adventure Racing
Olympics
Nutrition In Cycling
Team Visma-Lease A Bike
Cyclocross
Health and Fitness
UCI Gravel World Championships
Tour Of Oman
European Cycling Culture
Tour Of Flanders
Derek Teel
USA Cycling

Welcome to King of the Ride podcast, hosted by Ted King. A professional road racer turned gravel, I sometimes win bike races, but more than anything it‘s the gravel community that makes me happy. Slinging maple syrup, leading rides, hosting camps, and just enjoying life on two wheels, I now have the chance to chat with athletes, entrepreneurs, and all walks-of-life who love the bicycle. Hop on boa... more

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Recent Guests

John Day
Founder of the Race Day XC series and previous creator of the J-Day Off-Road series.
Episode: Episode 163: John Day is Creating the Future of North American MTB Racing
Kate Veronneau
Director of Women's Strategy at Zwift
Zwift
Episode: Episode 161: Kate Veronneau is Spearheading the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift
Daniel Lloyd
Former professional cyclist and current cycling commentator
Global Cycling Network
Episode: Episode 160: Dan Lloyd is a Jack of All Cycling Trades
Florian Vermeersch
Belgian professional cyclist and silver medalist at the UCI Gravel World Championships
UAE Team Emirates
Episode: Episode 159: Florian Vermeersch is an Entertaining Chat and an Even Faster Cyclist
Rob Britton
Cyclist and winner of Unbound XL
Episode: Episode 157: Rob Britton Just Won UNBOUND XL
Mads Würtz Schmidt
Standout cyclist currently excelling in gravel racing
Episode: Episode 156: Mads Würtz Schmidt -- On a Gravel TEAR
Emily Newsom
Professional cyclist with a unique background as a pianist
Team Tibco
Episode: Episode 155: Emily Newsom -- Professional Cyclist
Jan Heine
Owner of Rene Herse Cycles and a prominent figure in cycling
Rene Herse Cycles
Episode: Episode 153: How To Ride Fast with Jan Heine
Quoc Pham
Designer, Entrepreneur, Founder of Quoc Cycling Shoes
Quoc
Episode: Episode 152: Quoc Pham — Designer, Entrepreneur

Host

Ted King
Host of the podcast and a professional cyclist, previously focused on road racing and now a prominent figure in the gravel cycling community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • The best!

    Thanks, Ted, for inspiring so many. You are thought provoking, funny, and just an overall good human. Let’s go ride a bike!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Her egg got off am
    United States3 months ago
  • Always fun times

    It’s always fun hearing Ted’s take one events and rides he does. Not the typical paid participation synopsis of many riders who have nothing but praises for all events endorsing them. Life isn’t always perfect and Ted doesn’t flinch telling you how it is when needed. All of this spackled together with a healthy dose of untapped goodness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caninedale
    United States6 months ago
  • 5 out of 5

    Insightful conversation, fun guests, quick witted, and all around a great podcast. Really enjoyed the Bond Almand episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Squizzle987
    United States9 months ago
  • Melisa Rollins

    What an interview! Her story is as unbelievable as is her speed to the top of the sport - all with a big dose of humility and an ability to laugh about the craziness of it all. Worth two listens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    onmyR3
    United States10 months ago
  • Great to hear Derek Teel

    I always listen to King of the Ride and love the interviews, but this one was special. I “discovered “ Derek Teel on a podcast just before his accident and immediately added his content. I was horrified with his accident, along with everyone else he had touched. Thank you Ted for having Derek on so we could hear how he’s doing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimcork
    United Statesa year ago

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There are mentions of a welcoming atmosphere for all types of cyclists, emphasizing community and shared love for biking.
Many reviews indicate that the podcast successfully blends personal storytelling with expertise in the cycling community.
Listeners appreciate the host's relatable and candid conversational style, making complex cycling topics accessible.
Feedback highlights the quality of guests as informative and inspiring, contributing to enjoyable listening experiences.
Critiques are minor, often focusing on technical aspects rather than content, indicating overall satisfaction with the show.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 161: Kate Veronneau is Spearheading the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift
Q: What is the mission of Zwift at this event?
The mission is to ensure more women are on bikes, making cycling more inclusive and accessible through our initiatives like Zwift Academy.
Episode 161: Kate Veronneau is Spearheading the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift
Q: In addition to or besides wearing absolutely fantastic outfits all across France this week, what is your role, your specific job here at Tour de France Femme Avec Zwift this week in particular?
My role involves representing Zwift to partners, doing media coordination, and ensuring our brand and mission of growing women's cycling is understood.
Episode 160: Dan Lloyd is a Jack of All Cycling Trades
Q: What do you suppose allowed you to land on Cervelo Test Team, which it was a pretty hodgepodge collection of riders?
My strengths were bike handling and positioning and then short, sharp climbs, and I always had one or two or maybe three times per season where I was really on it and could keep up with decent pros.
Episode 160: Dan Lloyd is a Jack of All Cycling Trades
Q: How do you eventually call professional cycling, the pursuit of professional cycling, a career?
I realized that I needed to switch over to the road if I was going to have any chance of being paid to ride my bike in the future.
Episode 160: Dan Lloyd is a Jack of All Cycling Trades
Q: Can you tell me how once upon a time the bicycle bug nipped you in the behind?
I started flicking through them, and it was just about the time when mountain biking was really taking off, and the bikes looked pretty cool, and I pestered my dad for months on end to get a bike.

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The podcast features engaging discussions centered around the world of cycling, with a particular focus on gravel racing and the community surrounding it. Episodes often highlight personal stories and expert insights from notable guests, including professional cyclists, cycling entrepreneurs, and influential voices advocating for inclusivity in the sport. The host brings a relatable approach, sharing personal experiences while exploring deeper themes like mental health, competition dynamics, and the evolution of cycling culture. Unique in its lighthearted yet informative tone, this podcast offers a platform not just for racing tips, but also for personal narratives that resonate with cyclists at all levels.

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1. John Day
2. Kate Veronneau
3. Daniel Lloyd
4. Florian Vermeersch
5. Rob Britton
6. Mads Würtz Schmidt
7. Emily Newsom
8. Jan Heine

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