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For The Love Of Cycling

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Tour De France
Giro D'italia
Cycling
Tadej Pogačar
Paris-Nice
Bike Racing
Vuelta a España
Tadej Pogacar
Jonas Vingegaard
Bikmo Cycle Insurance
Tour Of Britain
Women's Cycling
Bikmo
Dauphiné
Wout Van Aert
Mark Cavendish
Cycling Commentary
Étoile De Bessèges
Tour De France Femmes
Albania

For The Love Of Cycling is exactly what it sounds like. Four people obsessed with cycling. Ned Boulting has spent decades narrating the drama from the commentary box, bringing the stories of the peloton to life, spotting the moments others miss and putting words to the madness. David Millar knows that madness better than most. A former pro who raced at the very top and brings a sharp, unfiltered v... more

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The World Championships are underway in Montréal, and we’re breaking down the opening time trials before looking ahead to what promises to be a fascinating men’s road race.

First up, we get into the men’s individual time trial, where Remco Evenepoel... more

Stage 21 of the Vuelta saw chaos, with the peloton calling for the stage to be neutralised in the face of safety concerns. Today's final stage was slightly different to previous years, taking place in Grenada rather than Madrid. Ned Boulting and Davi... more

Absolute chaos ensued during Stage 20 of the Vuelta a España, the penultimate stage of this Grand Tour, but is it already over?

Today’s route is renowned for being brutal. Taking us 186.6 kilometres from La Calahorra to Collado del Alguacil across j... more

The finish line of the Vuelta a España is almost in sight as we finish Stage 19 on a hilly route from Vélez-Málaga to Peñas Blancas. Estepona.

The route takes us 211km along the coast, before heading up into the hilly region, where riders face a tot... more

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Recent Guests

Eddie Dunbar
Professional cyclist
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Episode: DUNBAR’S EMOTIONAL MOMENT | Ned Boulting & David Millar Break Down Stage 19 of the Vuelta a España
Niels Pollitt
Stage winner and notable rider discussed in Tour of Britain segment
UAE Team Emirates
Episode: Van Aert Wins Again as Extreme Heat Shortens the Vuelta | Stage 15 Breakdown
Florian Vermeersch
Rider mentioned as pole position in Tour of Britain recap
UAE Team Emirates
Episode: Van Aert Wins Again as Extreme Heat Shortens the Vuelta | Stage 15 Breakdown
Jake Stewart
Rider mentioned in Tour of Britain coverage
Tricky to infer from transcript
Episode: Van Aert Wins Again as Extreme Heat Shortens the Vuelta | Stage 15 Breakdown
Tim Wellens
General Classification contender mentioned in Tour of Britain segment
UAE Team Emirates (as referenced in discussion)
Episode: Van Aert Wins Again as Extreme Heat Shortens the Vuelta | Stage 15 Breakdown
Archie Millar
David Millar's son, witness to the stage
Self
Episode: Stage 3 ABANDONED! Vuelta a España Stage 3 Breakdown
Rolde Jonkere
General Manager, Human Powered Health Cycling Team
Human Powered Health
Episode: Demi Does It Again! Vollering Wins the Tour de France Femmes | Stage 9 Breakdown
Robin Clay
Professional rider interviewed about the climb during the stage
Picnic Posten Elle
Episode: Reusser Reclaims Yellow | Tour de France Femmes Stage 4
David Millar
Former pro cyclist, commentator; works with Factor on projects
Factor
Episode: In a League of Her Own | Tour de France Femmes Stage 2 Podcast

Hosts

Ned Boulting
Host of the show, commentator and presenter, with extensive experience narrating cycling drama.
Lizzie Deignan
Co-host providing analysis from the women's peloton and former professional cyclist.
David Millar
Co-host, former pro cyclist, offering technical insight and insider perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Spoiler Alerts

    In general a nice alternative to the other pods on offer but they have to stop spoiling the stage results with their titles. Docked 2 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    0123456781976
    United States14 days ago
  • Please stop giving away the result in the title

    I love you guys but please can you stop giving away the stage winner in the podcast title

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nick Hamer
    United Kingdom16 days ago
  • STOP GIVING AWAY THE RESULT IN THE TITLE!

    Really like the content and have been an avid Never Strays Far listener for the last few years. Like many others though, I do have a full time job and mostly have to replay the day’s racing in the evening, it is infuriating when what I’ve been looking forward to watching all day is spoilt by a podcast notification spilling the beans. Forced to unfollow/unsubscribe on Apple and YouTube for this very reason. No need to put spoilers in episode titles.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Northern MAMIL
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • Unrivalled Analysis

    Best cycling coverage going with excellent production quality. Subscribed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoWell.Cheers
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Best Analysis

    Ned and David Millar are the best cycling double act. David insight and tactical insight brilliant . Ned when he focuses on cycling is perfect

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colin Smith1
    United Kingdoma month ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' depth and insider knowledge, with insightful race breakdowns.
Fans value the blend of pro-level analysis with personal, on-the-road anecdotes from the hosts.
Sponsorships feel integrated and respectful rather than disruptive to the storytelling.
The show's banter and storytelling style makes complex tactics accessible and entertaining.

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Apple Podcasts
#165
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#227
Mexico/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

This Sprint Combination is Unstoppable! | Vuelta Stage 17 Breakdown
Q: Joe asks about the value of track cycling in a grand tour context and whether a rider would have benefited from exposure to track racing earlier in their career.
David Millar reflects on his track background and notes that although he only did one track race, track disciplines can contribute to a rider's speed and tactical awareness, but the dialogue emphasizes personal career paths and broader fitness training rather than a direct transfer, underscoring the era-specific choices athletes make.
This Sprint Combination is Unstoppable! | Vuelta Stage 17 Breakdown
Q: Jill asks, how do riders sleep with the pressure of performing the next day, and does Roglic sleep well ahead of the time trial?
The hosts discuss sleep as a critical performance factor, noting that good, consistent sleep is a major performance enhancer and that riders often train psychologically to manage anxiety and maintain composure before demanding stages.
Ethan Hayter Makes a HUGE Bid for Red | Vuelta a España Stage 2 Breakdown
Q: What was the strategic takeaway from Ethan Hayter's break today?
Hayter's break showed that even with two dominant teams in control, a well-timed move can force the race's hand and deliver a personal GC advantage, while also highlighting the balance teams strike between chasing a stage win and protecting the leader's jersey.
Pogačar Wins Stage 1 by NINE HUNDREDTHS of a second | Vuelta a España Stage 1 Breakdown
Q: What was different about your Salamanca victory in 2001 compared to today's stage and the way you approached it?
Back then I was pushing to prove myself under real pressure, whereas today's riders have different expectations and the tactical landscape has evolved, but the core focus on execution and confidence remains the key.
Pogačar Wins Stage 1 by NINE HUNDREDTHS of a second | Vuelta a España Stage 1 Breakdown
Q: In 2001, which was a very similar stage to that individual time trial, 12 kilometers, did you expect to win it or was it one of those?
I was the favorite to win it and felt the pressure; the nerves and expectations were high, but winning would set the tone for the race and my confidence.

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A high-energy cycling discussion show led by four hosts with pro-level insight, blending race analysis, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and storytelling from major grand tours and one-off events. Listeners often praise the hosts' depth of knowledge, banter, and ability to translate complex tactics into engaging narrative, with frequent guests and sponsor integrations that feel natural rather than intrusive. The format has evolved to emphasize longer-form storytelling, tactical breakdowns, and culture surrounding the sport, while maintaining a strong emphasis on the atmosphere of racing and rider perspectives. A standout trait is the hosts' rapport—combining former pro riders, a veteran commentator, and a current women's peloton perspective to ... more

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1. Eddie Dunbar
2. Niels Pollitt
3. Florian Vermeersch
4. Jake Stewart
5. Tim Wellens
6. Archie Millar
7. Rolde Jonkere
8. Robin Clay

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