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The Slow Ride: A Cycling Podcast

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Cyclocross
Cycling
Bike Culture
Tour De Ski
NBA
Urban Cycling
Bike Racing
Dublin
Gravel Racing
Nordic Skiing
FIS Tour De Ski
Zwift
World Tour Kits
Movistar
Nairo Quintana
Tour De France
GCN
AG2R
Minnesota State Championships
Cross-Country Skiing

A comedy show about pro bike racing? A racing show with comedy? Even we're not sure. These three cycling aficionados met a decade ago as bike messengers and have spent countless hours racing, and more importantly discussing the finer qualities of all things bicycles, cycling culture and bike racing ever since. Join the conversation.

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This week we are missing Matt, but even without our raod captian we were able to get through the week in cycling... mostly. Ok fine, we spend most of the episode on eBay shopping for cheap cycling knicknacks because we missed Little Guy so much. What... more

This week Tim is so excited he can barely contain himself. Is it because Pog is one step closer to 5 monuments, or because he finally has an appropriate reason to get a gravel bike? No, but it does involve advocacy and tree frogs.

This podcast is ... more

This week we talk Paris-Nice and fruit, Tirreno and decals. Plus, aluminum is cool.

This podcast is also supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network, and buy Hammerhead cycling! Visit hammerhead.io to check out the... more

This week we are coming to you live from inside a tin can where we discuss Strade, golden windows and shutting the door. Plus, some bike rental advice, watches and spokey dokes.

This podcast is also supported by the generous and amazing donors to ... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Nesper
Executive director of The Bike League
The Bike League
Episode: Ep 562 Indianapolis Spencer
Zoe Backsett
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Episode: Ep 514 Over 30
Kerry Werner
Cyclocross racer and guest contributor
Episode: Ep 503 The Lincoln Position
Matt Allen
Cyclocross superstar and contributor to cycling discussions.
Episode: Ep 461 Embrace Tradition

Hosts

Tim Hays
Host of The Slow Ride Podcast; appears across many episodes with the trio.
Matt
Co-host of The Slow Ride Podcast; regular contributor with banter and cycling insights.
Spencer
Co-host of The Slow Ride Podcast; contributes humor and cycling context.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 551 ratings
  • Potato chip wheel.

    Matt said he would true my wheel for free. I refuse to take it off my bike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    One Wheel Willie
    United States4 months ago
  • My weekly catch up

    When the world seems like there’s just too much happening and it feels overwhelming, there’s the Slow Ride Podcast to the rescue. Always worth a good chuckle and sometimes it’s to be a fly on the wall while the three hosts banter, argue, and poke fun at cycling and each other.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veggieFarmerAndrew
    United States10 months ago
  • Five Stars for Three Stars

    The best at what it does if you like that sort of thing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    east bay me
    United Statesa year ago
  • 500

    Here’s hoping episode 500 is as good as episode 400 was.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derf McMerckx
    United States2 years ago
  • Great pod

    Keep it up boys. See you in Flanders one day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henry R hut
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the chemistry and banter among Tim, Matt, and Spencer, calling out the engaging personalities and insider cycling culture.
Some reviews note a strong devotion to cycling lore and occasional snark, but generally positive about content quality and host dynamics.
The hosts are consistently entertaining with a strong sense of humor and deep cycling knowledge.

Chart Rankings

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#130
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 546 The Provence of Quebec
Q: Do you think the race, the end result in the GC would really be that different if some of those stages hadn't been altered?
The hosts believe the results would likely have been similar despite the altered stages.
Ep 535 Tour de Dog
Q: What would little guy race?
The little guy would likely recommend the monocoque for comfort and safety over speed.
Ep 473 Trying Our Best
Q: How did the women's cycling races compare to men's this weekend?
The women's races had strong contenders, but they didn't seem to garner the same level of hype as the men's races, despite the talent involved.

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A humorous cycling-focused show that blends race analysis with banter and culture. Across recent episodes, hosts discuss pro bike racing moments, race strategies, doping culture, team dynamics, gear, and cycling media, all delivered with irreverent humor and a knack for inside jokes. The trio also features audience engagement, sponsor mentions, and occasional guest perspectives, making it a reliable source for fans who want both knowledgeable commentary and lighthearted camaraderie. Notable strengths include consistent chemistry among the hosts, a broad appetite for cycling culture beyond just results, and entertaining segments that mix race talk with shop talk and nostalgia. Potential listeners will likely enjoy this if they want a laid-ba... more

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