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Lost Dot Podcast: The Transcontinental, Trans Pyrenees, and Accursed Race.

Lost Dot
Transcontinental Race
Trans Pyrenees Race
Accursed Race
Cycling
Balkans
Ultra Cycling
Albania
Istanbul
Pyrenees
San Sebastian
Bicycle Racing
The Accursed Race
Ultra Racing
Lost Dot
Pyrenees Mountains
Italy
Ultra-Distance Racing
Control Point 4
Peshkopi
Weather Challenges

Stories from the Transcontinental Race, the Trans Pyrenees Race, and The Accursed Race. At the sharp end they are beautifully hard bicycle races, simple in design but complex in execution. Factors of self reliance, logistics, navigation and judgement burden racers’ minds as well as their physiques. The strongest excel and redefine what we think possible while many experienced riders target only ... more

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Latest Episodes

That's the Lost Dot 101 signing off until next year. Hear the sounds of the final day, the finishers' party, awards ceremony, and closing thoughts from the media team in this last episode, concluding the inaugural edition of the first ever all-FLINTA... more

Expectations were surpassed for many riders crossing the Lost Dot 101 finish line, and in this Day 5 episode they reflect on the lessons, surprises, and memories gathered out on the road. Experiences that once felt unknown have now been lived, as fir... more

Day 4 in Córdoba and the podium is complete. Amrei Kuhne (034) rolls in second after surviving on “sweet and disgusting stuff”, while Elise Sauvinet (128) clinches third thanks to a heavy dose of tracker-checking. Also in this episode, riders endure ... more

Day 3 of the Lost Dot 101 brought sunshine at last — and the first finisher. In this episode hear how Anna Richter (071) kept motivated over the last stretch of racing as they rolled their way to the finish in Córdoba in an impressive 3 days, 3 hours... more

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Recent Guests

Rose Osborne
Cap 132 rider, goal to complete the race
Lost Dot 101 Rider
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Nikki Shaw
Cap 92 rider, strong ride and DQ controversy
Lost Dot 101 Rider
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Emily Bae Chung
Cap 24 rider, role model back home
Lost Dot 101 Rider
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Ariane Richter
Cap 122 rider, top-10 finisher
Cap122 rider
Episode: 5: Lost Dot 101 Podcast // Day 5: It’s not over, not over, not over yet
Victoria de Sarr
Top-10 finisher
Cap
Episode: 5: Lost Dot 101 Podcast // Day 5: It’s not over, not over, not over yet
Susanna Markoff
Cap 122, Cap 122? (Cap 122 referenced as ninth), top-10 finisher
Cap
Episode: 5: Lost Dot 101 Podcast // Day 5: It’s not over, not over, not over yet
Lizelle Kemp
Cap 93 rider, spoke about finishing and Emma Ruby bike
Cap93 rider
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Taise Jansson
Cap 58 rider, spoke about parkour struggles
Cap58 rider
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Rosa Terkoul
Cap101 rider, artistically customized jersey and chocolate milk, parkour finish
Cap101 rider
Episode: 5: Lost Dot 101 Podcast // Day 5: It’s not over, not over, not over yet

Hosts

David Ayer
Race Director
Stuart Downie
Race Reporter and writer of the race reports
Jenny Tough
Host of Lost Dot Podcast / Transcontinental Race coverage

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 320 ratings
  • Addictive

    I first learnt about the TCR from the Netflix documentary and my jaw dropped. I found last year’s podcast and wasn’t sure what to expect but thought I’d give it a go. It’s sooo good.

    There’s now only one thing left to do. Enter the race next year.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaxwellMcswell
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Inspiring

    I’ve reviewed this podcast before but wanted to add something about the recent Women Who Race series. They have been really insightful.

    My previous is below and still relevant.

    A wonderful insight into an awesome event. The podcast pieces together the stories from the route, the thoughts of the organisers and an insight into the riders. The production standard is very high. This is an enthralling and inspiring listen. Thank you to everyone involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cotteredcrank
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Inspiring

    A wonderful insight into an awesome event. The podcast pieces together the stories from the route, the thoughts of the organisers and an insight into the riders.

    The production standard is very high.

    This is an enthralling and inspiring listen.

    Thank you to everyone involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cotteredcrank
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • TCR

    Excellent in-depth daily analysis, with insightful thoughts; commentary and insight. The enthusiasm and excitement from the presenting team & the way the podcast is delivered makes this an enthralling and inspiring listen….I feel like I’m there with the race!!

    Thank you all, keep up the amazing work! Chapeau to all riders & TCR team

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hutchi153
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Rich and varied

    Absolutely captivating! Listened from the finish to the beginning. So involving. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bsayshi
    Australia7 years ago

Listeners Say

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- Listeners praise deep-dive coverage of riders and race dynamics.
- The show is seen as a valuable, inspiring resource for endurance racing fans.
- High production quality and immersive storytelling are common strengths.
- Guests often bring authentic, personal perspectives from the ultra-endurance scene.

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Talking Points

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Unpacking the Rules and Spirit of the Race + Q&A
Q: What about accepting aid from fans or friends along the route?
Cheering and casual support are fine, but riders should avoid any interaction that could be interpreted as targeted race support or influence the race outcome; large-scale or repeated 'trail angel' actions should be kept at control points to prevent questions about the integrity of the race.
Unpacking the Rules and Spirit of the Race + Q&A
Q: Is it allowed to share food or money to resupply?
Sharing at a resupply is allowed if both riders would access the food anyway and it doesn't create an unfair advantage or cash-based advantage; explicit examples show situations where a rider paid for another's item, which is acceptable if it remains an incidental, non-advantageous act.
Unpacking the Rules and Spirit of the Race + Q&A
Q: How long is it okay to ride with someone else before it becomes problematic?
Riders are expected to maintain self-sufficiency, and while social interactions are allowed, prolonged riding together risks creating an unfair advantage; the guideline underlines staying within the spirit of self-reliance and ensuring that you're not effectively racing as a team.
TCRNo11 // Day 17
Q: Are you happy? Are you proud to be here?
Yeah, I calculated that it could be one day earlier or one day later. So I'm just in the middle.
TCRNo11 // Day 17
Q: Is there a message you want to give them?
Just keep pushing. And it's definitely worth to keep going on.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on extreme endurance cycling events, notably long-distance races that combine self-reliance, logistics, navigation, and physical endurance. Episodes consistently explore rider experiences, race dynamics, and the beauty and brutality of challenging landscapes, often through interviews with competitors, organizers, and reporters. A standout aspect is the immersive, episode-dense coverage of the Trans Pyrenees and Transcontinental circuits, with a strong emphasis on personal stories, race strategies, and the community surrounding ultra cycling. Production quality and in-depth reportage appear to be a hallmark, making it a compelling listen for aspiring entrants, sponsors, and fans of endurance sport who want real-world insight... more

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5. Victoria de Sarr
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7. Lizelle Kemp
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