CASTELLI Cycling Podcast
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<p>Welcome to the Castelli Podcast — your inside access to one of cycling’s most iconic brands.</p><br><p>For over 150 years, Castelli has pushed the limits of performance, aerodynamics, and innovation in professional cycling apparel. </p><br><p>In each episode, we sit down with pro and amateur riders, engineers, designers, and industry experts to explore everything from aero gains and fabric technology to training, racing, nutrition, and behind-the-scenes product stories.</p><br><p>From road to gravel, time trial to triathlon, this is where performance, innovation, and cycling culture come together.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
May 28, 2026
ROB BRITTON | The Fastest Unbound XL Ever | Aero Gains, Gravel Tech & Nutrition
<p>What does it take to win the toughest ultra gravel race in the world?</p><br><p>Ultra-endurance rider, Rob Britton, takes us deep inside his record-breaking victory at the 2025 – a brutal 350-mile self-supported gravel race across Kansas.</p><br><p>Rob breaks down the key decisions that helped him average over 20 mph for nearly 18 hours and smash the previous course record by more than two hours. From aerodynamics and nutrition strategy to hydration systems, gravel race tactics, and bike setup optimization, this episode explores how small performance gains compound over ultra-distance racing.</p><br><p>We also dive into the development of Castelli’s first Unlimited Gravel Suit, featuring integrated hydration storage, aerodynamic cargo pockets, and real-world testing at the highest level of gravel racing.</p><br><p>Topics covered in this episode:</p><br><p>•Winning the 2025 Unbound XL</p><p>•Gravel racing aerodynamics explained</p><p>•Ultra-endurance nutrition and hydration strategy</p><p>•Integrated hydration systems in cycling apparel</p><p>•Aero gains over 18 hours of racing</p><p>•Gravel bike setup for ultra racing</p><p>•Racing through the night against Lachlan Morton</p><p>•Comfort vs speed in endurance cycling</p><p>•The future of gravel race apparel and technology</p><br><p>If you’re into gravel racing, bikepacking, endurance sports, cycling tech, or performance optimization, this episode is packed with insights from one of the fastest ultra-gravel performances ever recorded.</p><br><p>🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on cycling performance, innovation, aerodynamics, and elite racing.</p><br><p><strong>– IMPORTANT LINKS –</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rob_britton/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rob Britton</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/castelli_sog/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Castelli SOG</a></p><br><p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p><p>00:00 – Chasing Lachlan Morton Through the Darkness</p><p>00:30 – Intro to the Castelli Podcast</p><p>00:58 – Quick Fire Round with Rob Britton</p><p>02:23 – Rob Britton’s Record-Breaking Unbound XL Win</p><p>03:37 – The Moment Rob Spotted Lachlan Ahead</p><p>05:29 – Catching Lachlan & Racing Into Sunrise</p><p>06:53 – Tactics After Making the Catch</p><p>07:51 – How Much Setup Matters in Ultra Gravel Racing</p><p>08:20 – Aero Bars, Nutrition & Carrying Weight</p><p>09:36 – Why the Speed Suit Was “Free Speed”</p><p>10:52 – Hydration Pack vs Integrated Hydration System</p><p>12:02 – How Ultra Gravel Racing Has Evolved</p><p>13:01 – First Time Testing the Prototype Gravel Speed Suit</p><p>14:09 – “Comically Unprepared” Before the Race</p><p>14:47 – Inside the Unlimited Gravel Speed Suit Design</p><p>15:48 – Organizing Nutrition, Pockets & Gear Strategy</p><p>16:12 – Calculating 20 Hours of Fueling</p><p>16:51 – Learning the Integrated Hydration System</p><p>17:26 – The Benefits of Racing Without a Backpack</p><p>18:48 – Comfort, Stability & Ventilation Over 18 Hours</p><p>19:30 – Aero Race Jersey Technology Explained</p><p>20:08 – Why the Suit Immediately Felt Right</p><p>21:21 – Castelli’s Aero History & Wind Tunnel Innovation</p><p>23:23 – Ryder Hesjedal, Time Trials & Marginal Gains</p><p>23:51 – Future Product Testing & Winter Riding Gear</p><p>24:21 – “The Netflix of Clothing”</p><p>24:39 – Outro</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>– HOST –</strong></p><p>Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso. Connect: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjensen77/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION</strong></p><p>If you want your questions to be answered on air, be sure to submit your questions by sending us a message on social media or by email to <a href="mailto:%20podcast@castelli-cycling.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcast@castelli-cycling.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 1, 2026
150 Years of Innovation — The Story Behind the Giro Jersey
<p>To celebrate 150 years of innovation, Castelli unveils a special edition Giro d’Italia kit—blending heritage, performance, and cutting-edge design.</p><br><p>In this episode, we sit down with Castelli Global Brand Manager Steve Smith to unpack the story behind the anniversary jersey worn by Soudal Quick-Step. From silk jerseys and the first-ever speed suit to aerodynamic breakthroughs and modern race-day technology, this conversation dives deep into the moments that reshaped cycling apparel.</p><br><p>You’ll hear the untold stories behind iconic innovations, the thinking behind the 150th anniversary design, and what it takes to keep pushing the limits of speed—decade after decade.</p><br><p>This isn’t just a look back. It’s a glimpse into the future of performance.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.strava.com/challenges/5934" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">STRAVA Challenge </a>: https://www.strava.com/challenges/5934</p><p><a href="https://www.castelli-cycling.com/Ride_150?utm_campaign=linkinbio&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=later-linkinbio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Social Ride, May 9</a>: https://www.castelli-cycling.com/Ride_150?utm_campaign=linkinbio&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=later-linkinbio</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/smittystuff/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steve Smith, Castelli Brand Manager </a>: https://www.instagram.com/smittystuff/</p><br><p><a href="https://mvc.canto.com/b/QQDJ6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gabba R White Paper</a> : https://mvc.canto.com/b/QQDJ6</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JxIma3D0aiMtwuntBcSIw?si=9d7cb291842c4cef" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Gabba Story </a>🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JxIma3D0aiMtwuntBcSIw?si=9d7cb291842c4cef</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/01Rxf148ns8bIEihl1bxfZ?si=4414b41dadd24b3b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gabba Wind Tunnel Testing</a> 🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/01Rxf148ns8bIEihl1bxfZ?si=4414b41dadd24b3b</p><br><p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p><p>00:00 — 150 Years of Castelli</p><p>00:57 — From Silk to Speed</p><p>02:00 — Giro Anniversary Kit</p><p>03:29 — Design & Scorpion Timeline</p><p>05:50 — 1967: First Speed Suit</p><p>07:20 — 1977: Lycra Shorts</p><p>09:40 — Colored Shorts Break Rules</p><p>11:45 — 1982: Sublimation</p><p>12:50 — 2007: Aero Race</p><p>16:20 — Aero Adoption</p><p>17:05 — Gabba & Sanremo</p><p>17:56 — Today’s Fastest Kit</p><p>20:29 — Marginal Gains</p><p>20:56 — Wind Tunnel Life</p><p>21:23 — Peak Aero?</p><p>23:39 — Innovation Pressure</p><p>24:41 — Future Materials</p><p>25:22 — Where to Buy</p><p>26:09 — Closing Thoughts</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 28, 2026
SVENJA BETZ | Fueling, Pacing & Winning Ultra Races: Traka 560, Badlands & Unbound XL
<p>Full-time school teacher by day, ultra gravel powerhouse by night — Svenja Betz is redefining what’s possible in endurance sport.</p><br><p><br></p><p>She didn’t just take on the biggest races in ultra gravel — she won them all. First Unbound XL, then The Traka Adventure, and Badlands.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Her rise has been anything but conventional. She doesn’t train full-time. She doesn’t follow the typical pro playbook. And she doesn’t sleep during races. </p><p>Instead, she relies on instinct, resilience, and a deep love for the process.</p><br><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, we dive into what really matters when the distances get serious: how to fuel properly without falling into energy deficits, how to pace when sleep isn’t an option, and how to stay mentally strong when everything starts to fall apart.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Svenja also opens up about balancing elite performance with a demanding career, navigating the pressure of social media, and why being “skinny” isn’t the key to going faster.</p><br><p><br></p><p>If you’re curious about ultra cycling or wondering how far you could really go, this episode might just challenge your assumptions and inspire you to push your own limits.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>– IMPORTANT LINKS –</strong></p><p>Follow Svenja Betz: https://www.instagram.com/svenja__betz/</p><p>Castelli SOG: https://www.instagram.com/castelli_sog/</p><br><p><strong>– CHAPTERS –</strong></p><p>00:00 – Intro</p><p>02:18 – Balancing teaching + ultra racing</p><p>05:25 – Training with limited time</p><p>09:41 – 52 hours, zero sleep</p><p>13:45 – Intervals vs endurance</p><p>18:36 – Nutrition, RED-S & weight myths</p><p>22:51 – Fueling strategy in ultras</p><p>25:31 – Heat, hydration & survival</p><p>32:12 – Are you ready for 500km+?</p><p>40:14 – Mental toughness & self-talk</p><p>43:05 – Winning move at Badlands</p><p>47:34 – Social media vs reality</p><p>54:47 – Castelli kit, mindset & identity</p><p>59:33 – What’s next: new goals</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>– HOST –</strong></p><p>Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjensen77/</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION</strong></p><p>If you want your questions to be answered on air, be sure to submit your questions by sending us a message on social media or by email to podcast@castelli-cycling.com</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>Welcome to the Castelli Podcast — your inside access to one of cycling’s most iconic brands.</p><br><p>For over 150 years, Castelli has pushed the limits of performance, aerodynamics, and innovation in professional cycling apparel. </p><br><p>In each episode, we sit down with pro and amateur riders, engineers, designers, and industry experts to explore everything from aero gains and fabric technology to training, racing, nutrition, and behind-the-scenes product stories.</p><br><p>From road to gravel, time trial to triathlon, this is where performance, innovation, and cycling culture come together.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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