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The Strangest Training Hack That Might Just Work | GCN Show Ep. 631Could riding less—or even not at all—actually make you a better cyclist? How much can you really improve with rest? After finding a study showing someone improved their VO2 max more after taking a long break from exercise, Dan Lloyd and Si Richardson got curious.
The World’s Fittest Cyclists Don’t Use FTP. Should You?For years, Functional Threshold Power (FTP) has been the go-to measure for cycling performance. But with pro cyclists and top coaches moving away from it, Conor attempted to hold his most recent FTP test result for an hour. Is the result accurate? And if not, is it something cyclists should pay attention to today? ⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️ 00:00 - Intro: what is FTP? 01:42 - The different ways to estimate it 02:25 - Hour of power...
Why I Stopped Riding BikesDan Lloyd’s cycling career took him to the Giro d’Italia, the Tour de France, and beyond. But after retiring in 2012, he found himself falling out of love with the sport that once defined him. Over the past year, Dan has been on a journey to improve his physical and mental health—and now, he’s ready for his biggest challenge yet since his days as professional. He’s getting back in the saddle with a renewed passion for cycling, taking on a charity ride...
Caught ON CAMERA BIKE STOLEN
More Of Our Epic Gravel Rides [2+ Hour Compilation]We've tackled so many incredible gravel rides over the years that one compilation just wasn’t enough!
Should Cyclists Just Leave Some Roads To Cars? | GCN Show Ep. 630Are there roads we shouldn't ride on, even if we legally can?! In today's show, Dan Lloyd and Si Richardson discuss whether we should exercise our rights as cyclists to ride down roads that might be potentially dangerous due to motorists, or just save ourselves from the "hassle" and find quieter roads. What's the line? Plus, we share some big news from GCN & Zwift, update you on the World Cyclocross Championships, bring y...
Riding Early Hits Different...
We Had A Bike Stolen. Could We Get It Back?Bike theft has been on the rise in recent years, valuing several billions of dollars and can be very frustrating. Si attempts to intentionally having a bait bike stolen, fitted with hidden devices to see if recovery is possible. He also shares a story of just how far some cyclists will go to retrieve their stolen bikes and takes a small dive into the underground world of stolen bike trade. Will the trackers work? 00:00 Bikes are increasingly ...
Coast To Coast: 300km Winter Fastpacking Epic Across WalesWe're spending 2 days bike-packing 300 kilometres across the heart of Wales in the depths of Winter... what could go wrong?! Be prepared for mountain passes, winter storms, minus temperatures and some stunning scenery as Conor and Ollie get the first epic ride of the year under their belts. At least there's a hotel stop and a nice warm fire halfway! Useful Links: Join this channel to get access to perks
So... Scrolling In Traffic Is OKAY?
Why Learning To Love Early Morning Rides Was The Best Thing I DidFor Conor Dunne, embracing early morning bike rides was one of the best decisions he ever made. But how could such a simple change have such a big impact? Well, with family life, a full-time job, and training to juggle, finding time to ride was tough. Yet those early morning rides changed everything! Conor shares his experience, which might help you rethink when you're getting your riding in.
A Broken Dan? The 350km Ride That MIGHT Be A Step Too Far | GCN Show Ep. 629Thanks to your donations, Dan Lloyd is officially taking on the Manchester to London ride this June—his longest bike ride EVER!
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Indoor Training... Expectations
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Which Brake Stops You Fastest? Front, Back, or BOTH?
What Training Are The Pros REALLY Doing In 2025?What kind of training are pro riders doing in 2025? Is it really that different from what they did 20, 10, or even 5 years ago? In his interviews with WorldTour coaches, Daniel Lloyd gets to the bottom of what's really happening with pro training in 2025! ❤️
FTP TEST Everyday, It's All In The DATA
Hero or Villain? - I Spent A Day With Britain’s Most Notorious CyclistCyclists often get the blame for chaos on busy city streets, but the data tells a different story—especially when it comes to distracted drivers using mobile phones behind the wheel.
Why I Need To Slow DownHas Si Richardson's obsession with speed actually made him miss out on the small pleasures of cycling? Maybe! In this video, he reflects on why he feels he should slow down on the bike and how he plans on really doing that. ⏱️ Timestamps: ⏱️ 00:00 Do I need to slow down? 01:02 Si's epiphany 03:31 "Movement" & benefits of sitting upright on the bike 04:32 Cycling & mental clarity 05:19 What can I do about it? 07:42 Can I really change? 08:34 Choosing long &...
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