Rarebreed Club

About Rarebreed Club

Rarebreed Club is a resilience podcast about mental toughness, endurance, and surviving when everything breaks. This isn’t motivation. It’s what happens when your body, your plan, and your environment all turn against you.

Publisher

The Tenacious Cyclist | David Bainbridge

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Oct 2025

Latest episode

11 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Two Men Broke the Marathon. Daddy Pig Broke Joe Wicks.

   London Marathon 2026: two men ran under two hours, Joe Wicks lost to Daddy Pig by one second, and 59,830 people finished the biggest marathon in history. Ultra cyclist Jack, who thinks running is far too much like hard work, follows it from the front to the very back: a burst blister treated with fizzy Coke, a split so fast the timing company deleted it, a man carrying a fridge, a 5.59-metre scarf, and four people who have finished every London Marathon since 1981.

2. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Window Seats for a Hanging: The Great Scottish Run 2026

   Glasgow once rented out window seats to watch a hanging. The Great Scottish Run now finishes on the same spot. Thirty-five thousand people ran through Glasgow on the first weekend of October 2026, the biggest field in the race's history. Jack follows them across a motorway bridge that engineers shoved two inches sideways, past a museum that was legally meant to be sixteen miles away, through the field where the Pope's crowd got heatstroke, and under a wandering arch onto ground where the record crowd might still belong to an execution. Plus a blister mistaken for a tendon, a brother using a giant screen to heckle his sister, and the one thing in Glasgow nobody can move: a traffic cone. A dark comedy podcast about endurance events and the people daft enough to do them.

3. 

   11 Oct 2026

   BHF London to Brighton Bike Ride

   On the longest day of 2026, more than fourteen thousand people rode fifty-four miles from Clapham Common to Brighton. A lot of them began by taking a coach to the start at four in the morning, with their bikes wrapped in blankets in the back of a lorry. Jack follows Europe's oldest charity bike ride down the Brighton Road: a Victorian pioneer doing victory laps of a station he'd just lost at, a man who couldn't stand middle-class people, an Iron Age hill fort, a headless dog, and Ditchling Beacon, which has been repelling visitors for two thousand years and is still very good at it.

4. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Chase the Sun: Should Group Riders Get an Asterisk?

   205 miles, sunrise to sunset, and the only official who decides who won is ninety-three million miles away and has never waited for anyone. Jack follows Chase the Sun UK South, coast to coast from the Isle of Sheppey to the end of the Grand Pier at Weston-super-Mare. There's a 4:30am start that one rider prepared for with sleeping tablets, and a support car that follows the slowest riders across England offering advice but refusing lifts. South London ends one solo rider's day at eighty miles. Cheddar Gorge is where they found Britain's oldest complete skeleton, and skulls polished into drinking cups. And the finish line is a pier that has burned down twice. Of 875 starters, 578 beat the sunset and 125 never reached Weston. Then the real question: is 205 miles on someone's wheel, with a car full of sandwiches, the same ride as 205 miles alone? Jack runs the drafting physics, tests the e-bike comparison, and makes a modest proposal about ribbons. Solo and unsupported, or group and support car: should they get the same medal? Tell us. Rarebreed Club: dark comedy about the endurance events people do on purpose.

5. 

   11 Oct 2026

   RideLondon Is Dead: A Eulogy for the Last Ride

   RideLondon died in February 2026, aged thirteen. Nobody told the 20,000 people who rode its final edition. On 26 May 2024 they rode out of London into Essex and back to Tower Bridge, on closed roads, assuming they'd be back next year. Jack delivers the eulogy for the last RideLondon: a man who rode 100 miles on a mountain bike because his road bike lives on a turbo trainer, a man whose only preparation was shaving his legs, a rider three weeks out of a hospital bed who found a loophole in his doctors' orders, and a coffee queue in Felsted that never ended. Plus the professional sprinter who can now never be beaten, because nobody holds the race any more. Dark humour about real endurance events. RideLondon-Essex 100, the RideLondon Classique, Lorena Wiebes, and the strange way big events die.

6. 

   10 Oct 2026

   The Badger, the Fox and the Drowned City: Dunwich Dynamo

   Every July, hundreds of cyclists gather at a pub in Hackney. There's no entry fee, no start gun and nobody in charge. They ride through the night to a beach in Suffolk where a medieval city used to be, before most of it fell into the sea. Jack follows the 2025 Dunwich Dynamo: a snapped gear cable fixed by a stranger at midnight, two emergency malt loaves at a 3am village stop, and bats that probably won't go for your jugular. Then he follows the one rider who reached the beach as everyone else stopped for tea, and turned north for Norwich. He had no sleep, a knee that wouldn't stay in place, and a chatty imaginary badger for company.

7. 

   17 May 2026

   No One Gets Left Behind

   221 miles. Liverpool to Cardiff. Disabled and non-disabled riders. Hand cycles, trikes, tandems, adaptive bikes. One rule hanging over the entire thing like a battle flag: No one gets left behind. This episode is about Ride Together 200 and why a bunch of exhausted strangers crawling across Britain together might be one of the most quietly radical things happening in sport right now. Not inspiration porn. Not a corporate advert with piano music and a brand logo at the end. Something rarer: a cycling event built around the idea that we move at the pace of the group. In a world that rewards speed and punishes slowness, that is almost offensive. And that is exactly the point. This is Rare Breed Club. New episodes every Wednesday. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. For the full story, head to WheelsForTenacious.co.uk

8. 

   15 May 2026

   Brighton Marathon 2026: Seagulls, Suffering, and the Beautiful Idiocy of 26.2 Miles

   In this episode of Rarebreed Club, Jack dives into the chaos, comedy, and quiet brutality of the Brighton Marathon 2026 — a seaside race that promises scenic views but delivers a full psychological reckoning. From the electric start at Preston Park to the long, exposed stretches along Brighton’s iconic coastline, this is more than just a marathon recap. It’s a deep exploration of why people willingly sign up for 26.2 miles of discomfort… and why they keep coming back. Expect storytelling, dark humour, and brutally honest insights into endurance, identity, and what really happens when the race strips everything back. 🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode Why signing up for a marathon is never a casual decision The strange psychology of race weekend nerves How the Brighton course tests both body and ego The early miles lie — and why pacing discipline matters Crowd energy, absurd signs, and why spectators are essential The mental battle: negotiating with yourself mid-race “The Wall” — what it is, and why it breaks people Seafront running: beautiful scenery, brutal reality Why finishing a marathon changes you (even if it’s messy) The truth about endurance: it’s not pretty, but it’s real 📍 About the Brighton Marathon The Brighton Marathon is one of the UK’s most iconic long-distance races, drawing thousands of runners each year. 📅 Date: April 2026 📍 Location: Brighton, UK 🏁 Start: Preston Park 🌊 Course Highlights: Coastal views, rolling hills, seafront stretches 🎉 Atmosphere: High-energy crowds, live entertainment, festival feel Known for its vibrant support and scenic route, Brighton offers a marathon experience that’s equal parts inspiring and unforgiving. 🧩 Key Themes Endurance vs Identity: Who you are when things get hard Discomfort as a Choice: Why people pursue difficult challenges The Illusion of Control: Training vs race-day reality Community Energy: The power of crowds and shared experience Dark Humour in Suffering: Finding levity in pain

9. 

   15 May 2026

   Yorkshire Divide: 730 Kilometres of Bad Decisions

   In this episode of Rarebreed Club, Jack dives deep into the brutal reality of the Yorkshire Divide a 730km self-supported bikepacking route cutting through some of the toughest terrain in Northern England. From relentless climbs in the Yorkshire Dales to soul-testing moorland crossings, this isn’t your average cycling challenge—it’s a test of endurance, mindset, and sheer stubbornness. We also explore the philosophy behind ultra-distance riding through the lens of the Source to Sea Trail 2026, a journey tracing rivers from origin to ocean—where adventure meets introspection. If you're into bikepacking, ultra cycling, or pushing your limits in the wild, this episode is for you. 🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode What makes the Yorkshire Divide one of the UK’s toughest bikepacking routes The physical and mental challenges of self-supported ultra cycling How terrain, weather, and isolation shape the experience The connection between long-distance routes and personal transformation Why riders take on events like the Source to Sea Trail What it really feels like to hit the low points and push through 🗺️ Routes & Events Mentioned Yorkshire Divide A 730km loop through the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, and Pennines featuring ~14,500m of climbing. Rugged, remote, and unapologetically tough. Source to Sea Trail 2026 A self-supported bikepacking event following river systems from source to sea—blending storytelling with endurance riding. 🧠 Key Themes Endurance vs Comfort – Why discomfort is part of the process Mental Resilience – The real battle happens in your head Self-Supported Adventure – No shortcuts, no safety nets Simplicity – Eat. Ride. Sleep. Repeat. Why We Ride – Searching for something deeper than finish lines ⚙️ Who This Episode Is For This episode is perfect if you are: A bikepacker planning your first ultra-distance route Training for events like the Yorkshire Divide or similar endurance rides Interested in UK gravel riding and off-road cycling routes Curious about the mindset behind extreme endurance challenges Looking for motivation to push beyond your limits

10. 

    13 May 2026

    Fifteen Medical Emergencies Before Breakfast

    He’s spent fifty-six years in uninterrupted pain. His joints dislocate hundreds of times a day. His blood pressure swings from stroke territory to cardiac arrest in seconds. Doctors repeatedly believed he wouldn’t survive. And somehow… he still rides. In this episode of Rarebreed Club, Jack tells the story of one man surviving catastrophic illness, impossible physiology, medical trauma, and fifteen medical emergencies a day — while refusing to let the diagnosis write the final line. This isn’t inspiration porn. It isn’t motivational speaking. It’s dark humour dragged through medical horror at 3am. Featuring: duct-taped cycling “shit shakes” emergency McDonald’s trips a nervous system resembling a failing Soviet power grid and enough medical chaos to make reality itself sound fictional “Hosed the deck down after shitting myself at sea” sounds less like a medical event and more like rejected dialogue from a pirate documentary. “My nervous system resembles a failing Soviet power grid but we’re clipping into the pedals anyway.” “And in the middle of all this he’s drinking elemental amino acid formulas described as ‘shit shakes.’” Editors would cut scenes saying: “No one survives that many catastrophes.” Meanwhile reality’s sitting in the corner smoking a cigarette saying: “Oh sweetheart. You have no idea.” Darkly funny. Brutally human. Existentially uncomfortable. Welcome to Rarebreed Club.

11. 

    13 May 2026

    Agent Picolax: The Brown Apocalypse

    A man accidentally takes BOTH sachets of hospital-strength laxatives TWO DAYS EARLY. What follows is: psychological collapse tectonic bowel activity national embarrassment and a bathroom event powerful enough to concern the United Nations. Welcome to Rarebreed Club. Tonight’s episode: Agent Picolax — The Brown Apocalypse.

12. 

    17 Apr 2026

    London to Wales and Back: The Audax That Breaks You (And Rebuilds You)

    In this episode of Rarebreed Club, Jack dives deep into the brutal, beautiful world of the London–Wales–London Audax — a 400km endurance cycling challenge that pushes riders far beyond physical limits and into a mental battlefield. This isn’t a race. There are no crowds, no podiums, and no shortcuts. Just a route, a clock, and the quiet question every rider must answer: How far can you go before you quit? 🚴 What You’ll Learn in This Episode What the London–Wales–London Audax really is (and why it’s not a race) The physical and mental demands of ultra-distance cycling What happens to your body and mind during a 400km ride The reality of night riding and sleep deprivation Why nutrition and pacing can make or break your ride The psychological strategies riders use to keep going How endurance challenges reshape your perception of limits 🌌 Key Themes Endurance vs Speed This ride isn’t about who finishes first — it’s about who refuses to stop. Mental Resilience When your body fades, your mindset becomes everything. Isolation & Clarity Hours alone on the road strip away distractions and force clarity. Breaking Limits The Audax reveals how much of your “limit” is self-imposed. 🔥 Why This Ride Matters The London–Wales–London Audax is more than just a cycling event — it’s a test of identity. Riders face: 400km of varied terrain Continuous movement with minimal rest Long stretches of isolation The psychological strain of riding through the night And yet… people keep coming back. Because once you’ve pushed yourself to that edge, something changes.

13. 

    7 Oct 2025

    The Cambrian Storm Files: One Hour to Survive

    The Scenario You have one hour. Sixty minutes to grab whatever you think will keep you alive. No phone. No compass. Just a map — the kind of map that feels like an insult, vague enough to get you lost twice before breakfast. After that hour, you’re lifted into the sky, flown deep into the Cambrian Mountains, and dropped. The storm is already waiting. Rain like hammers. Wind like claws. Night creeping in faster than you’d like to admit. You’re alone. There’s no shelter. No warm café glowing in the distance. No group ride to cling to. No spectators to cheer you on. It’s just you, your kit choices, and the storm. This isn’t a training ground. This isn’t a race. This is a cull. The storm doesn’t care about your FTP, your marathon split, your PB, or your WOD time. It doesn’t care how many likes your ride report gets, or what you posted on Strava. It doesn’t even care if you’ve run London, ridden across continents, or shouted “NO REPS” louder than anyone in the box. The Cambrian storm only cares about marrow. It wants to see how fast it can strip you down to nothing but instinct. How long it takes before your vanity is drowned, your confidence shattered, your body reduced to meat for the bog. Each archetype steps into this storm thinking they’re prepared. Each has trained. Each has their rituals, their metrics, their comforts. But only one has trained for this: the bikepacking adventurer, who knows that storms don’t ask permission, and mountains don’t play by rules. This is their story. The storm is judge, jury, and executioner. The question is not: who’s the fittest? The question is: who walks out, and who gets eaten alive?

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