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The Matchbox - A Cycling Podcast

Ignition Coach Co
Endurance Training
Cycling
Nutrition
Mountain Biking
Cycling Performance
Heat Training
Goal Setting
Altitude Training
Strength Training
Endurance Sports
VO2 Max
Leadville 100
Zone 2 Training
Training
Interval Training
Lactate Threshold
Coaching
Power Meters
Cyclocross
Training Volume

The Matchbox podcast presented by Ignition Coach Co - a cycling show that covers training-related topics in a discussion-oriented format. Show hosts, Adam Saban and Kaitlyn Maddox, are endurance coaches with Ignition Coach Co who share a passion for expanding their knowledge of endurance training. They have also competed as elite cyclists across various disciplines and often lean on their experien... more

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about the differences between durability and recoverability, longevity in the spor... more

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to train while your body is still adjusting to living at altitude, pacin... more

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to convert running into cycling fitness and some of the ins and outs of ... more

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about Leadville prep! Training, injury mitigation, and altitude prep.

As always, ... more

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Recent Guests

Tristan from North Carolina
Listener who asked about travel tips and lodging
Episode: RERUN: Episode 146 - Travel Tips, CTL, and RLT
Gary (UK)
Listener asking about red light therapy and grounding
Episode: RERUN: Episode 146 - Travel Tips, CTL, and RLT
Jeremy Norris
Professional racer and coach
Hard Excel Pro Cycling
Episode: Episode 176 - Balancing Training with Family and Home Life
David Van Orstel
Coach at Ignition Coach Co with a background in exercise science, and experience in gravel racing.
Ignition Coach Co
Episode: Episode 167 - The Ins and Outs of Ventilatory Rate
Dirk Friel
Co-founder of TrainingPeaks and endurance athlete
TrainingPeaks
Episode: Episode 142 - TrainingPeaks Special
Henry Lutz
Customer support success team member at TrainingPeaks and endurance coach
TrainingPeaks
Episode: Episode 142 - TrainingPeaks Special
Curtis Tolson
Fellow Ignition Coach with a long history in cycling, known for his expertise in race strategy.
Ignition Coach Co
Episode: RERUN: Episode 73 - Holiday Break Training, Alternative Base Seasons, and How to Review Your Season
Blaine Maddox
Husband of co-host Kaitlyn Maddox and guest speaker
Episode: Episode 86 - Maximizing Time at Elevation and Avoiding the Race Day Blow Up
Will Pfeiffer
New coach with Ignition, experienced in endurance mountain biking and gravel racing.
Ignition Coach Co
Episode: Episode 84 - Tempo vs Sweet Spot, Progressive Overload, and Female Race Fueling

Hosts

Adam Saban
Endurance coach and host with Ignition Coach Co, often drawing on elite racing experience.
Kaitlyn Maddox
Endurance coach and co-host, bringing coaching insight and competitive cycling experience.
Drew Dizzle
Guest occasionally listed as host; brings racing and coaching perspectives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 283 ratings
  • Knowledgeable and fun to listen

    Great knowledge base! Great to hear some different training perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _moore_matt_
    Canada2 years ago
  • The best cycling science podcast.

    Thanks so much for this podcast.

    I got so much out of it before becoming a coaching client of yours.

    P.S sign up for coaching everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aaronselkrig
    Finland2 years ago
  • Informative and relevant

    This is a great training oriented cycling podcast. I appreciate having coaches that race different disciplines and the perspective they offer. I like the more recent short episodes but think when we get into race season it’s fun to hear updates on host races, results, etc.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    acularw
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative coaching podcast

    I appreciate how the coaches try relate their personal training experiences, how it worked for them, and why they would recommend it to athletes they coach.

    Being able to email questions and listen to the coaches go through their thought process on why they would recommend a particular course of action, has a lot of value for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomcnc
    United States3 years ago
  • All in

    Love the show. Great vibes and the best advice. Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daddy_leams
    United States3 years ago

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Informative coaching podcast with thought process explanations.
All in—great vibes and practical advice for listeners.
Knowledgeable and fun to listen; strong coaching perspectives.
Great cycling science with actionable coaching guidance and Q&A.

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#196
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Apple Podcasts
#209
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Episode 190 - Training While Acclimating to Altitude, Pacing with Heart Rate, and Ultra Racing Prep
Q: What heart rate pacing should Jim use for a four-hour race on a similar course, given he did 32 miles at about 87% of max last year?
If Jim is accurately estimating his max heart rate, a pace closer to 90-91% of that max for a four-hour effort is reasonable, but altitude, progression in fitness, and individual response mean you should target around 90-92% of lactate threshold heart rate rather than fixed max HR percentages. With training improvements, you may sustain a bit higher than last year, but expect some attenuation at altitude and plan for a conservative start.
Episode 184 - Optimizing Warmup and Coaches Anecdotes
Q: What is the best warm up routine to get ready for a hard early race pace?
The hosts suggest a tiered warmup that engages different energy systems, with short, progressive efforts and strategic activation focused on muscles used in cycling, plus practical fueling for the start, all tailored to race length and course profile.
Episode 182 - Season Transitions, Breck Epic Training, and All Things Sea Otter
Q: What about Breck Epic preparation for a lowlander with hike-a-bike sections?
They advise starting with smaller gearing (28-tooth or even 26) to stay on the bike longer, using an SPD-based power meter, and selecting tires (Thunderbird 2.1 or G1RS variants; or the beach-tire option if budget allows) to balance ascent capability with descent traction; also stress training suggestions such as targeted two-minute start efforts, longer VO2 intervals, and practice on hilly terrain to simulate Breck Epic's climbs.
Episode 182 - Season Transitions, Breck Epic Training, and All Things Sea Otter
Q: How do I transition from long endurance gravel races to cyclocross in the fall?
The hosts suggest a mid-season break between gravel and cyclocross, making sure there is enough time (roughly two months) to peak again for cyclocross; recover after the gravel season, then train for short, high-intensity efforts while rebuilding VO2 and threshold work. They emphasize not rushing the transition and recognizing that high-intensity work returns quickly after a short break.
Episode 180 - Balancing Training with Demanding Jobs, Night Race Fueling, and XERT Breakthroughs!
Q: Is there any benefit to EXERT over Training Peaks for a well-rounded cyclist, and how should athletes think about platform choices?
Platforms are tools; what matters is applying the appropriate training stress and working with a coach. EXERT can offer insights, but switching platforms won't fix fundamental training issues. The focus should be on the coaching plan and consistent execution rather than chasing platform-specific metrics.

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This show concentrates on endurance cycling training, race-specific strategies, and practical coaching insights. Episodes routinely cover periodization, VO2 max work, altitude preparation, nutrition, pacing, and how to balance training with real-life factors like travel, parenting, and work. A standout is the methodical, data-informed approach coaches take to building durable fitness for demanding events (e.g., Leadville, KOM pursuits) while weaving in listener questions to ground theory in real-world scenarios. The format tends to favor actionable, long-form coaching discussion over quick hacks, with guests and brands contributing practical perspectives rather than generic advice.

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1. Bonk Bros
2. FasCat Cycling Training Tips Podcast
3. The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
4. Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad
5. With Pace

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Recent guests on The Matchbox include:

1. Tristan from North Carolina
2. Gary (UK)
3. Jeremy Norris
4. David Van Orstel
5. Dirk Friel
6. Henry Lutz
7. Curtis Tolson
8. Blaine Maddox

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