Zone2Speak

In this episode of Zone2Speak, I sit down with Max Riese, ultra cyclist, triple Everesting world record holder, content creator, and passionate storyteller.

We talk about GravGrav.cc, the community h…

Founder Luca Kuhn shares how she turned frustration with ill-fitting, male-focused cycling gear into Ride Luca, a women-led brand focused on comfort, style, and thoughtful design. She discusses signa…

Georgena Terry, a mechanical engineer who built her first bike frame in her basement, shares the story of founding the world’s first women-specific bike and inventing women-focused saddles and handle…

Filmmaker and cyclist Ryan Le Garrec returns to Zone2Speak for a wide-ranging conversation that drifts from surf breaks to bikepacking trails, and into the heart of creative work.

We talk about his u…

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Zone2Speak. In this episode, we have an engaging conversation with Ayesha McGowan , the first African-American woman to become a professional road cyclist. Aye…

In this episode of Zone2Speak, I’m joined by Charlotte Backus Turner, former pro cyclist, endurance adventurer, and advocate for finding joy and balance on (and off) the bike. Charlotte shares her jo…

Welcome to this captivating episode of Zone2Speak, where I delve into the remarkable journey of Amy Palmiero-Winters, a world-class adaptive athlete who redefined limits. Despite losing her left leg …

In this episode of Zone2Speak, I sit down with Ian Morgan, ultra runner, coach, and proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story. Ian didn’t lace up for his first run until his early 40s. Now…

Two weeks. 4,000 km. One unforgettable journey.

In this final chapter of our VIA Race coverage, we celebrate the riders who conquered the road from the south of Italy to the Netherlands, and the comm…

It’s the penultimate day of VIA, and Amerongen is buzzing. Gosia Warelich storms into town with a dramatic chase that sees her leapfrog three riders in the final kilometres, this after starting the r…

As riders continue to roll into Amerongen and others battle their way across the final gates, the finish line buzz is a mix of relaxation, reflection, and raw resilience. In today’s episode, we share…

Today’s episode comes to you after an epic travel day — 700km through Switzerland, France, Germany, and finally to the Netherlands — and straight into the heart of the VIA Race finish line in Amerong…

After a 700 km dash from Switzerland to Amerongen (with a detour via France to catch riders on the Grand Ballon), Juliana brings you the latest from the road as the top 10 fills up. We recap the thri…

After nearly 9 days and 4,000 kilometers, Bruno Wicht takes a dramatic win in Amerongen, overtaking Adam Bialek in the final stretch of the race. I unpack how the lead changed hands overnight, what h…

With just 500km to go, the men’s race is tighter than ever. Bruno Wicht is clawing back hours on leader Adam Bialek, the battle for third place is heating up, and riders are pulling bold moves as the…

As the VIA Race crosses the one-week mark, the front of the field is on fire. Bruno Wicht reels in Adam Bialek with a furious chase through the Vosges, only to sleep through his chance to strike. Mea…

As the VIA Race pushes into its second week, the front of the pack barrels into Switzerland, with strategy, exhaustion, and unexpected detours shaking things up. Adam Bialek makes his move through th…

On Day 6 of the VIA Race, Adam Bialek breaks away with a monster move through Austria into Germany, and Bruno Wicht… sleeps through it. I break down how a one-hour gap exploded into eight, what it me…

Day 5 of the VIA Race brings altitude, attitude, and a flurry of strategic gambles. Riders face the Kühtai climb and beyond, choosing between the classic Brenner Pass or the brutal beauty of Timmelsj…

The race hits new heights, literally. As riders leave the flats behind and enter the mighty Alps. Bruno Wicht and Adam Bialek charge up the Kühtai climb toward Gate 7, with Bruno taking the lead by j…