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The latest episode of The Domestiques features our very own. We hear from a modest Matilda Reynolds who, this week, rubbed shoulders with the big hitters at the Tour de Suisse. Hear her stories as she shared the road with cycling’s elite. At a time when Tils predicted her best days were behind, the birthday girl is still punching well above. Don’t miss The Domestiques with Hollywood + Tils. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Pillar Performance, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Mi...
After crashing out of a race in Spain which almost ended his career, Canberra’s Jay Vine is determined to make a full recovery and return to the winner’s podium before too long. Hear how the former TDU champion and multiple Grand Tour stage winner has been supported by his team UAE and pregnant wife. It’s an incredible journey of hardship but Jay is confident happier days are not far away. Also, Matilda makes an exclusive announcement. It’s huge news! You won’t hear it anywhere else. With the Td...
The Domestiques welcomes a former elite Aussie professional rider who’s making a fist of his role as a Director Sportif for one of the world’s biggest teams. Zak Dempster called the shots inside the Ineos-Grenadiers team car at the Giro d’Italia and triumphed after guiding Geraint Thomas to a place on the podium in Rome. Hear how Zak sacrificed a position to continue developing the cycling scene in Australia to pursue an ambition with his latest employer. Exclusive listening only on The Domestiq...
Black Sheep are giving away $20K in prizes as part of their 10th Anniversary. Enter to be in the draw. https://au.blacksheep.cc/pages/anniversary-giveaway End of the Giro and we have better Audio!!! Tadej Pogačar is the toast of the Giro d’Italia and of world cycling. In this week’s edition of The Domestiques we compare The Pog with some of the sport’s legends. He ticks all the boxes and is the complete package for global popularity and as an elite athlete. Can he achieve the rare Giro/TdF doubl...
In the latest episode of The Domestiques, a special interview with a special human being. Michael “Bling” Matthews reveals his deep love and passion for the sport that has given the Aussie a career filled with joy. Listen to the way he shares his admiration and respect for good friend Tadej Pogacar and the way he explains the shift in modern methods needed to prepare for big races. You may be surprised at Bling’s thoughts on producers of cycling documentaries which go “behind-the-scenes” of majo...
What goes on inside the inner sanctum of the Giro? In this week’s episode of The Domestiques our guest is respected Aussie commissarie Greg Griffiths who describes what it takes to be among the UCI judging panel at Italy’s Grand Tour. As for the alleged claims of Pogacar being suspended for wearing incorrect clothing? The truth is revealed here. It’s a behind-the-scenes edition of The Domestiques.
The Giro is underway and the “Pink” Grand Tour is already turning into The Pog show. But for how long can world cycling’s most likeable superstar sustain his winning form? The Domestiques analyse the fortunes of the riders chasing overall glory. The women of the pro-peloton have entertained us at La Vuelta Femenina and wait till you hear Hollywood’s latest rant. Ouch! It’s unparalleled listening on The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and O...
Hollywood goes one-on-one with Australian cycling sensation Luke Plapp. Fresh off the Tour of Romandy, Luke shares his race experiences and behind the scenes on that TT. Hollywood and Plappy also dive into the behind-the-scenes aspects of the WorldTour, such as Luke's personal insights into team dynamics, his relationship with his coach, and the critical role of mental health in the pro peleton. All this, and much more. Use the code "domestiques" to shop the range of Pillar Performance nutrition...
Aussie superstar Grace Brown is the toast of Liege-Bastogne-Liege and the talk of this week’s edition of The Domestiques. Listen how Matilda and Hollywood unravel the performance of the World Tour season so far. And as the Pog secured his 6th Monument, we ask why is he so good? Ali McCormack from the Bicycle Network house team and outlines the issues in cycling advocacy. And listen to a special feature from Beechworth as 1200 riders hit the gravel for the annual Granite Classic.
Aussie Cyrus Monk reviews the Classics Season, and his own first-hand experiences of all it's chaos. Cyrus has a very altered path into the professional peloton. A true 'Aussie Battler' with a beautiful mullet, Cyrus takes us through his unique nutrition routine, the art of the breakaway and fighting for a Grand Tour spot. This is a fantastic discussion with one of the peloton's unsung heroes. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet....
In this latest The Domestiques episode, we dive headfirst into the chaos and charm of Paris-Roubaix. Tomo, Tils and Hollywood break it all down - buzzing over the iconic race where the reining World Champs smashed it, taking home the unique cobbled trophy. But that’s not all – we're super psyched to have Sarah Gigante join us, and she’s nothing short of amazing. From her reflections on the nail-biting races to her own rollercoaster journey in the cycling world, Sarah gets real about what drives ...
We are joined by Former Professional, Matt Wilson, who rode Flanders 8 times. We review all the action, and the horrific conditions from De Ronde for the Men and Women. We also go deep on the brand new Pro Velo Super League, which is set to shake up the entire future of Australian Cycling. Be sure to let us know your thoughts on social media and leave The Domestiques a review. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
TdF Green Jersey winner Baden Cooke joins us to share stories about his past, present and future. The Pog cleans up at Catalonia and the Classics season heats up ahead of Flanders and Roubaix. The IndiPac tragically claims a life - we share our thoughts. Hollywood reflects on the Snowy Classic and Tils prepares for a bike packing week away. It’s all here in this week’s edition of The Domestiques. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet....
Milan San Remo! The best final 20km for a race on the World Tour. This week The Domestiques unpack the season’s first Monument. Happiness for Jesper Phillipsen, frustration for Michael Matthews. Is it fair for Lance Armstrong to criticise the current riders who choose to embrace after a race fair? The women’s tour heats up but Lotte Kopecky is surprisingly beaten. And the Indian Pacific Cycling Challenge is underway. Should the unsupported race across Australia continue? We critique, we share ou...
The legendary voice of cycling, Matt Keenan, joins us to talk through Paris Nice, the Aussies in Tirreno-Adriatico, and Visma’s ITT Helmets. We also analyze the potential contenders for the Tour de France, including Remco Evenepoel and Luke Plapp. We also review the “Hardest Three Peaks Challenge, ever” - according to Hollywood. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
Join us as we reflect on the thrilling men’s and women’s Strade Bianche races, preview Paris-Nice, and touch upon the significant loss of the Amy Gillett Foundation. AFL Legend Ryan O’Keefe shares not only his transition from the AFL to the bike, but also his insights on the state of Australian cycling, the impact of plant-based diets on athletic performance, and the ongoing struggle with concussion in sports. The team also does their picks to win the flag for the 2024 AFL Season. The Domestique...
All the hot topics are covered on this week’s edition of The Domestiques. Concussion in the professional peloton. How can it be prevented? The legend of Mariana Vos continues at Omloop. Hollywood finds a way to watch all of the year’s world tour TV events. Tommo has his say on the 50 influential list. And Hollywood shares his brush with fame when he once appeared on the Jerry Springer Show. The Domestiques is packed full of cycling goodness.
In today’s episode we are joined by special host Scott McGrory OAM . Hollywood vents about being left off the ’50 Most Influential People in Australian Cycling’. But more importantly, we highlight individuals like Donna Rae-Szalinski and Tracy Gaudry who should feature on a worldwide list, let alone Australia. We also discuss the state of track cycling and the challenges it faces, including the dominance of the Tour de France and the struggle to attract funding. We touch on the bullshit of the E...
In this episode of The Domestiques, Matilda Raynolds sits down with fellow Aussie, Georgie Howe. A year into her professional cycling career, Georgie opens up about her transition from rowing to cycling, her Olympic aspirations, and the challenges she's faced in the pro peloton. Georgie and Matilda delve into the dynamics of the Australian cycling team, the evolution of women's cycling, and the personal growth that comes from pursuing one's passion. Tune in for an inspiring conversation between ...
The Prince of Warrny joins The Domestiques! Fresh from his victory in Australia’s oldest bike race, and after 13 years of trying, Mark O’Brien explains how he conquered the one-day classic. Hollywood and Matilda unpack a dramatic but memorable weekend on the windswept roads of western Victoria. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
We breakdown Cadel Great Ocean Road Race as the World Tour leaves Australian shores for 2024. Tils and Hollywood are doing the Melbourne to Warrnambool and is it a good thing Road Nats are going West? The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
The greatest two weeks in Australian cycling wraps up with a new champion - Steve Williams. Hollywood and Tils wrap an incredible stage. Tils plays cricket. Hollywood makes excuses for Jayco. And Tomo goes missing. Thank you to our amazing sponsors. Ord Minnet, Honnan Insurance, and Black Sheep Cycling.
We dive into the Queen stage of the Tour Down Under, the battle on Willunga. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
We're live from Hilton Adelaide again for Stage 4 of the Tour Down Under. Til's got taken out by an F1 superstar during RADL GRVL, and still managed to be on today's episode. We are joined by Brody Chapman and Chloe Hosking. These superstars share their unique perspectives on the biggest week in Australian cycling. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
We're live again from the Hilton Adelaide and the 2024 Tour Down Under. We dissect the drama of Stage 3. Hear our firsthand account of Luke Plapp's harrowing crash and its impact on the race. We're also joined by special guest, mountain biking legend Paul van der Ploeg, as we explore the burgeoning world of gravel cycling, and discuss the future and the evolution of the sport. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
We're back and we're live at the Adelaide Hilton. We dive into Stage 2 of the TDU. Today we are joined by Australian sports scientist Nick Owen. Nick is the coach of Ruby Rose-Gannon, Georgie Howe and Luke Plapp. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
We dissect the dramatic final stage of the Women's Tour Down Under 2024, where Sarah Gigante showcased her incredible strength and skill. With a dominant hill climb on Willunga Hill, Gigante not only won the stage but also secured the overall classification title. Join us as we explore the tactics, challenges, and emotional victories of this memorable race, alongside commentary from our expert hosts on Gigante's remarkable performance and the strategies that led to her success. The Domestiques i...
We dive deep into Stage 2 for the women for the Tour Down Under. We talk about the importance of early points and the dynamics of the first two days (and the limitations of a three-stage race). We also analyze Tills' performance. And who is going to win up Willunga tomorrow? The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
What a day!!! Our very own Matilda Raynolds captures the hearts of the Australian cycling community by going solo and almost taking Stage 1 of the TDU. Tils, Mike and Tomo unpack one of the best days we've had in cycling. The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
