Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, Presented by Silca
SILCAThe Marginal Gains Podcast, presented by Silca is the show that makes a big deal about the little things, and how those little things...can be a big deal. Josh Poertner of Silca, along with Hottie and Fatty, talk about all aspects of cycling — design, manufacturing, marketing, riding, racing, management and more, all from a thoughtful perspective. It's a podcast for the thinking cyclist.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 143 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | WildernessSports | |||
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A favorite topic on the Marginal Gains Podcast is rolling resistance, also known as CRR. It is one of the cornerstones of this show. While we have interviewed aerodynamic experts who have devoted hundreds of hours to CdA, we have found very few who h... more
It's funny how tubeless freed is from tubes and years later some of us turned to putting something else in the space between rim and tire. Namely inserts. Most of them are foam and a real struggle to install. Then there's OPTIS: The Odyssey Tire Pneu... more
Our 50th Ask Josh Anything! That's a lot of questions and answers and "It Depends." Thanks for hanging with us to the mid century mark. On the Q&A agenda this episode:
• The perfect padding for aero armrests.
• Tire inserst for Unbound
• Breaki... more
Our first episode that covered the topic of 32 inch wheels focused on the bigger wheels being used on mountain bikes. Daniel Yang of Neuhaus Metalworks put us on a prototype rigid mountain bike and took us for a ride. It was eye opening. But it also ... more
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All details of bikes with the why behind them. This podcast is addictive and motivating
Apple Podcasts5Blues caster
United States2 months ago Love to geek out on marginal gains!
Podcast Addict52 years agoVanillaGorilla- Entertaining & will help you go faster!
Fantastic podcast - really great discussion of how to go faster on a bike technically and super fun to listen to.
Apple Podcasts5JpgctUnited States2 years ago - Terrific
The latest podcast with John Cobb was excellent storytelling! John’s deep experience, humility and ability to paint a picture through words was a great listen to anyone interested in bikes, engineering or problem solving. Good job to Josh for knowing when to talk and knowing when to listen!
Five stars!
Apple Podcasts5MTS1776United States2 years ago - Great Pod!!
Great Pod!!
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Apple Podcasts | #36 | United States/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #8 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #16 |  Canada/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #5 |  Australia/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #28 |  Germany/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #30 |  France/Sports/Wilderness |
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A technically minded cycling show that focuses on the little details that unlock big gains, from drivetrain and tire tech to aero, wheel design, and on-bike performance strategies. Episodes blend engineering, testing, and hands-on experience with spirited banter, often featuring brand founders, engineers, journalists, and athletes discussing real-world trade-offs, new gear, and how to push marginal improvements in endurance, racing, and cycling culture. It's notable for deep-dive conversations around gear design and manufacturing, a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, and a clear emphasis on data-informed decision making. Potential listeners who love the intersection of science, product development, and cycling performance will li... more
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4. Aaron Stinner
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