Welcome to Day 10 of 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Today, Allan sits down with the men's and women's first place finishers of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Hear their reflections on the race, the challenges they faced, and what it took to cross the finish line first. These intimate conversations reveal the grit, determination, and strategy behind their victories. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd Tailfin Ride With GPS Julbo Hosted by Al...
Aug 27, 2024•49 min
Welcome to day 9 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Today, Allan and Control Car 3 venture into the remote and awe-inspiring Arabel Valley on Day 9 of the Silk Road Mountain Race. The vast, empty grasslands stretch endlessly, with only the occasional yurt and roaming cattle to break the solitude. At Checkpoint 3, Allan interviews riders who have pushed through the wilderness and are feeling the weight of their journey. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race par...
Aug 26, 2024•57 min
Welcome to day 8 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Today brings a full men’s podium and an unforgettable climb up the infamous Soviet Road. Starting the day at the peaceful CP2 yurt camp, riders faced a brutal 20% grade ascent that many were eager to put behind them. As the day progressed, we shifted focus to those still en route to CP2, fighting to make the cutoff in an inspiring display of resilience. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd ...
Aug 25, 2024•56 min
Welcome to day 7 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Day 7 marks the halfway point in the Silk Road Mountain Race, both in distance and time. After an early start at the caravan, Allan takes us through a day of reflection and reset as riders reach CP2. The conversations are relaxed, tinged with fatigue, and grounded in the reality of the race as they prepare for the journey ahead. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd Tailfin Ride With GPS Jul...
Aug 24, 2024•57 min
Welcome to day 6 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Allan jumps ahead to the chase group on Day 6, capturing the female leader’s evening arrival in Naryn and the next morning’s hectic road out of town. A sit-down with Race Director Nelson provides insight into the front of the race, before Allan heads toward the Chinese border. There, he stumbles upon a gathering of mid-pack riders at a Caravan, where the mood is light, the stories are flowing, and the race to CP2 continues. Follow the riders ...
Aug 23, 2024•59 min
Welcome to Day 5 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. From the oppressive heat and washboard roads to Baetov to the cooler, lush highlands after, riders are tested by the changing environments. Join us as we follow Allan's interviews with those pushing through this demanding section of the race. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd Tailfin Ride With GPS Julbo Hosted by Allan Shaw , edited by Ben Crannell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr
Welcome to day 4 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Allan catches up with riders as they prepare for the breathtaking descent after CP1. Back at CP1, Allan meets the last riders before the checkpoint cutoff—some determined to push on, others contemplating if their race ends here or continues in touring mode. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd Tailfin Ride With GPS Julbo Hosted by Allan Shaw , edited by Ben Crannell Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Welcome to day 3 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Join Allan as he interviews riders at CP1 before retracing their steps to Song-Köl Lake. The scenic but tough trail ahead has riders appreciating clear skies and mid-race camaraderie. With guesthouses offering a touch of luxury, including saunas and the allure of a swim in the lake, the mid-pack spirit is thriving. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd Tailfin Ride With GPS Julbo Hosted by A...
Aug 20, 2024•59 min
Welcome to day 2 of the Silk Road Mountain Race. Riders descend from Kegeti Pass into a cool, rainy valley, a stark contrast to the scorching heat of Day 1. The remote terrain and high altitude push riders to their limits. Allan captures their stories as he navigates a day of media car challenges and a marathon drive to the first checkpoint. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd Tailfin Ride With GPS Julbo Hosted by Allan Shaw , edited by Ben C...
Aug 19, 2024•54 min
Welcome to Day 1 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. In this episode, we take you straight to the start line, where riders from around the world share their thoughts, hopes, and nerves before embarking. The day unfolds with the riders facing the daunting Kegeti Pass, a climb notorious for its steep gradients and unforgiving terrain. Allan captures the highs and lows as they ascend this formidable challenge. Tune in to experience the beginning of this epic adventure on the Silk Road Mountain Rac...
Aug 18, 2024•42 min
Welcome to Registration day of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Allan Shaw is reporting live from the registration area, where he’s chatting with riders as they gear up and get ready for the adventure ahead. The air is buzzing with a blend of anticipation and excitement. We can’t wait to see how the race unfolds. Be sure to tune in tomorrow to find out how the riders fare on the first leg of their journey. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress . Thanks as always to our race partners: PedalEd...
Aug 17, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Welcome to the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. In this podcast, we want to bring you the stories behind competition. From the very front and all the way to the back of the field. Because no matter which racer gets to the finish line first, every racer will experience an unforgettable journey across a beautiful country, full of challenges and rewards, and we are aiming to bring you as many of those unique and memorable stories as possible. So come along for the ride, we have a feeling it’s going to...
Aug 15, 2024•1 min
We've now reached the finish line of the Hellenic Mountain Race. This episode is a little longer than previous and for good reason. Allan sits with some of our riders at the seaside in Nafpaktos to hear about their races. These experiences are difficult to capture in such a short time frame, and but we hope these conversations give you a glimpse of just how magical this race can be. Riders as they appear in this episode: 2:13 - Joachim Lindhardt, cap 29 9:39 - Mark & David, caps 203 A&B ...
Jun 02, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Welcome to day 7 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. While the vast majority of our riders have reached Nafpaktos, we still have a handful of riders out on course battling the snail in hopes of making the finishers party on Saturday evening. In the small village of Kastania, there's a surprise oasis in the form of a restaurant run by locals Dimitra and George. It's been a haven for riders in their final stretch of the journey and we thought it would be the perfect place to post up for the day chat wi...
Jun 01, 2024•57 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Welcome to day 6 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. We now have a full podium for both the men and women, as well as our first place pair. Christophe Djikmanns took the top step in the men's race, while Mascha Wahlig won the women's category. After some sleep and food, they sat down with our host Allan to give us the story of their journey from Meteora to Nafpaktos. We still have plenty of racers out on course, with CP3 closing today and the finishers party on Saturday night. Be sure to follow the d...
May 31, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Welcome to day 5 of Hellenic Mountain Race. Today Allan catches up with riders at CP3 in the ski resort town of Karpenisi. Karpenisi is the final major town before riders head out into the wild for the final arduous stretch. We hear from our eventual women's winner, Mascha, as well as a host of other characters. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy dense sports nutrition go to holy-fat.com Follow the riders dots on MAProgress Hosted by Allan Sha...
May 30, 2024•28 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Welcome to Day 4 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. While the head of the race is nearing the finish line, there's still a long road to go for many. Allan catches up with riders at the haven that is CP2. By now, many stories have begun to surface. Race Director Nelson Trees also provides an update on the field and how things have unfolded so far. Tune in to hear what's unravelled in the past 24 hours, this is one you don't want to miss. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy F...
May 29, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Welcome to day 3 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. Many of our riders have now gotten their stamp at checkpoint one and are on their way into the wilderness beyond Metsovo. Allan spent the evening of Day 2 at CP1, catching up with riders before they took off. We also hear from some of our riders further back ahead of receiving their stamp and cap off the episode at CP2 with some of our leaders. While many will tell you the impacts the elevation has had on their brake pads, you'll also hear countles...
May 28, 2024•54 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Welcome to day 2 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. After a rainy first night, many riders took shelter while others opted to push through. Allan caught up with our riders at various points along the course, from the beautiful Vikos Gorge, to Kipoi, to the highest point of the race just before checkpoint one. While we're only nearing 48 hours into the race, everyone had countless tales from their travels. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy dense s...
May 27, 2024•46 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Welcome to day one of the Hellenic Mountain Race. Early Saturday morning riders set off from the picturesque town of Meteora. After a scenic singletrack loop around the monasteries, riders headed into the mountains. In many ways this year is reminiscent of last year's circumstances, with heavy rain during the day and into the evening. Tune into see how riders faired on the first day of their grand adventure. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy ...
May 26, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Welcome to the Hellenic Mountain Race, an 880km fixed route, unsupported, single-stage cycling race through the mountains of Greece. With nearly 28,000 metres of climbing in some of the most remote landscapes in Greece, riders are in for an adventure. Allan Shaw reports live from registration, catching up with riders as they get checked in and locked in for the journey ahead. Last year’s edition was characterized by less than ideal weather and the unknowns that come with a first edition. With so...
May 25, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Allan Shaw sits down with some of the recurring racers we've followed over the past week. Hear the highs, lows, and whats on their minds as they pack-up their bikes, say goodbye to friends, and get ready to go back to normal life. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat, Energy dense sports nutrition. Listeners of the podcast can check out holy-fat.com and use the offer code ATLAS for a special discount at checkout Follow The Riders On MAProgress: https://amr24.maprogre...
Feb 19, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Allan Shaw sits down with the winner of the overall race, Justinas Leveika, and the winner of the women's category, Cynthia Carson. Hear all about the roller coaster rides that both riders went through on the way to their respective victories at this year's Atlas Mountain Race. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat, Energy dense sports nutrition. Listeners of the podcast can check out holy-fat.com and use the offer code ATLAS for a special discount at checkout Follow ...
Feb 18, 2024•45 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Allan heads to CP3 to check-in with riders who have squeaked in before the time cut, as well as those who have had to scratch from the race. With a mix of podcast first-timers, and those we haven't heard from since the beginning of the race, today's episode provides a fresh outlook on the race, as riders discuss the many lessons learnt in the Atlas Mountains. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat, Energy dense sports nutrition. Listeners of the podcast can check out h...
Feb 17, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Allan stations himself in the Paradise Valley to get impressions from riders heading into the home stretch of the race. With tired legs, cloudy minds, and some very sore necks, riders take on one last big climb before the relatively tame ride up the coast to the finish line in Essaouira. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat, Energy dense sports nutrition. Listeners of the podcast can check out holy-fat.com and use the offer code ATLAS for a special discount at checko...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Allan catches up with racers as they work their way from CP3 to the finish on the coast in Essaouira. He then jumps ahead to hear from the leader of the women's race Cynthia, and the leaders of the pairs race, Manuel and Federico. He then heads to the "Moroccan Stelvio" to chat with riders as they climb the last major climb of the race. Finally, Nelson calls in to update us on how the front of the women's race is playing out. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat, Ene...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Allan rolls into CP2 shortly after midnight and finds countless riders fuelling up, resting, and preparing to take on the next section of the race. We also hear from pre-race favourite Mattia De Marchi on scratching from the race. We then get a special guest call-in from race organizer, Nelson Trees, giving us an update from the front of the race. Afterwards, Allan hikes up the infamous colonial road to catch up with riders as they take on this challenging section of the race. This podcast is ma...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 5
As the riders make their way between CP1 and CP2, our faithful podcast host, Allan Shaw, gets stranded in the desert due to multiple flat tires on Control Car 2. Making the most of the situation, he hikes up a climb that the riders are descending and catches them for a stream of quick fire interviews. With the Control Car's tires fixed, it's then off to Omar and his lovely waterfall for tea time and some more rider interviews before heading to Taznakht for the night. Tune in tomorrow for rider i...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 4
The riders head out of the bustling streets of Marrakesh and into the Atlas Mountains. The route from the start to CP1 is significantly changed, with most off road sections being taken out due to flood damage. Allan Shaw checks in with riders on the road to CP1, shares tea with riders passing through CP1, runs alongside riders after dawn on the first morning, and catches up with the leaders of the women's and pair's categories shortly after sunset. With riders now making their way to CP2, the ra...
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 3
As the racers anxiously await the announcement of a start time, Nelson and the race organization work hard to try to get approval to start the race without further delays. Allan is on the ground to get comments and thoughts from racers as they wait in there racing gear to find out if the race will go ahead. With 20 minutes until 6pm, everyone is asked to gather at the start line for an announcement from the race organization. This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat, Ene...
Feb 11, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 2
