The Bicycling Show About Bicycling brings the expertise, curiosity, and enthusiasm of Bicycling’s editors directly to riders. Each episode explores the questions cyclists care about most, from training smarter, building endurance, and improving technique to choosing the right bike, dialing in tire pressure, maintaining gear, and staying safer on the road or trail. Bicycling experts break down the latest research, equipment trends, and practical solutions in an accessible, entertaining way. Whether you’re a new rider, a dedicated racer, a gravel adventurer, or simply someone who loves being on two wheels, the show delivers useful advice and informed perspectives to help you ride farther, faster, and with more confidence.
Tempted by a shiny new bike upgrade? We're breaking down which upgrades are worth the investment and which might actually make your ride worse. From expensive pulley wheels and lightweight components to better tires, aero helmets, more comfortable setups—and honest advice on where to spend your money.
16 Oct 2026
These Small Habits Lead to Big Pain
Just getting into cycling? We’re breaking down the beginner mistakes that can sting, from planning a first bikepacking trip too ambitious to skipping rest until burnout hits. Plus, we argue for fundamentals before fitness, and explain why fixable pain isn’t something to push through.
9 Oct 2026
The Best Trainer Set Up
Thinking about an indoor setup this winter? We break down the decisions that determine whether you look forward to your trainer sessions or count the days until spring: why the Wahoo Kickr Core 2 is our consensus pick (with or without the Zwift cog), when a dedicated smart bike like the $1,200 Zwift Ride is worth it, and more. Bonus: Zwift workouts vs. racing—which one is best?
1 Oct 2026
Sram vs. Shimano: Part Two
We're digging deeper in the Sram vs. Shimano debate, and touching on Campagnolo and our complicated love of the Super Record 13— why it's still so hard to recommend despite being genuinely great—and the groupset we'd each actually buy for $5,000.
24 Sept 2026
Why I Left Shimano
The age-old cycling rivalry gets dissected: A cyclist breaks down what led him from lifelong Shimano loyalty to Sram—despite believing Shimano's front shifting is still unmatched—and why pro teams are increasingly making the shift.
17 Sept 2026
Reset Your Pedal Stroke
High cadence or low? We break down the real differences between "mashing" a hard gear and spinning a lighter one. Plus practical tips like how you can use music to dial in cadence without a sensor, and the clever way to reset a choppy pedal stroke.
10 Sept 2026
Your Crank Lengths Are Too Long
Are shorter cranks actually better, or just a trend? We break down making the switch to 165mm, covering reduced hip and knee strain, and when fitter and shorter cranks can genuinely help, especially if you're dealing with nagging joint pain.
3 Sept 2026
Your Bike Can't Do This
Cycling or running — which actually wins for fitness and longevity? We break down the trade-offs and the real takeaways.
27 Aug 2026
Can a $4,500 Bike Compete With the Big Brands?
New brand XLAB is turning heads with a $4,500 carbon aero race bike loaded with Di2, a power meter, and carbon wheels — undercutting legacy brands by hundreds of dollars. Are more economical new entrants are legit competition or unproven wild cards? We dig into the murky world of shared carbon factories and supply chains and debate whether these lower prices will actually push the whole industry down — or just repeat history's pattern of hype that fades.
20 Aug 2026
Is Your Helmet Too Old
Your bike helmet may look perfectly fine—but is it still protecting you? This episode breaks down why helmets wear out, how heat, sun, sweat, and everyday use can affect their materials, and the warning signs it’s time for a replacement. Plus, learn how to care for your helmet so it stays safer for longer.
13 Aug 2026
Recover Like a Pro
How do Tour de France riders bounce back for another brutal stage tomorrow? We break down the pros’ full recovery routine — from precise macros to ice baths and limiting social media — and figure out which parts everyday cyclists can actually steal. Plus: why bikepacking racing is basically the opposite of recovery.
10 Aug 2026
Is Your Bike Holding You Back?
Does a new bike actually make you faster? We break down real Strava data, brand marketing claims, and generation-over-generation bike launches (Specialized, Cannondale, Giant) to find out where the real gains are — and where they’re mostly marketing spin. Spoiler: yes, a new bike helps, especially if you’re coming from an old one, but for most riders, wheels, tires, and body position upgrades offer way more bang for your buck than a $15,000 frame.
31 Jul 2026
Tour de France Bikes Ranked: The One We’d Buy
Tour de France bikes ranked: Bicycling experts compare all 23 team race bikes and reveal the one high-performance road bike they’d buy.
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