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CASTELLI Cycling Podcast

Castelli Cycling

Welcome to the Castelli Podcast — your inside access to one of cycling’s most iconic brands. For more than 150 years, Castelli has shaped how professional riders dress, race, and perform, constantly pushing the limits of innovation, aerodynamics, and performance apparel.Each episode features conversations with pro riders, engineers, designers, and industry experts, diving into everything from aero gains and fabric development to training insights and behind-the-scenes product stories.Join us for

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1:17:04

MÉRIDA MILLER | Claiming Your Space, Taking Risks &...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2026/02/24

In this episode, we sit down with Merida Miller — founder of Project Fearless, community builder with No Ordinary Women, TEDx speaker, gravel athlete, and self-described professional hype girl. Mérida has made it her life’s work to empower young girls and gender-fluid youth to try new things, fall, and get back up again. From skateparks and classrooms, she has spent the past seven years helping girls and athletes build confidence through action — not by waiting to feel ready. In this deeply honest

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1:15:12

THE GRUBERS | Part 3 – Inside Race Day & the Creative...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2026/02/10

Stick around for the final moments of the interview. You won’t regret it. A must-listen for photographers, creatives, cyclists, and anyone curious about what happens beyond the barriers.In this final chapter with Ashley and Jered Gruber, we go fully inside the work. What does it really take to create meaningful images in professional cycling — when conditions aren’t perfect, expectations are sky-high, and every decision happens at race speed?From recalibrating a “five-out-of-ten day” into something

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55:01

THE GRUBERS | Part Two — How It All Began in Cycling...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2026/01/27

In part two with Ashley and Jered Gruber we unpack how their journey into cycling photography truly began.From a chance meeting sparked by a flat tire in Athens, Georgia, to moving to Europe with no real plan, a €1,500 car, and a pocket-sized camera, this episode traces the early years that shaped their visual language.Jered and Ashley share how racing dreams shifted into storytelling, why landscapes and atmosphere mattered more than finish-line shots, and how shooting differently helped them find

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47:39

THE GRUBERS | Behind Cycling’s Most Iconic Images...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Many of you have watched their work evolve over the years, shaping how modern cycling is seen and remembered. I’ve been lucky enough to have a front-row seat to that journey.Today, I’m joined by Ashley and Jered Gruber — a husband-and-wife photography duo and two of the most influential visual storytellers in the world of cycling. From their early years to the biggest races on the calendar, I’ve watched them quietly shape how the sport looks, feels, and is remembered.This conversation is an honest

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48:36

JOE LAVERICK | Privateer’s Life, Marginal Gains &...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Joe Laverick was one of the standout British talents through his junior years and earned a place on one of the top development teams in cycling: Hagens Berman Axeon. He spent two seasons there under the guidance of the world-renowned Axel Merckx.Joe had hoped to make the jump to the WorldTour, but things didn’t fall into place, and he found himself without a contract at the end of 2022 — facing an uncertain future.Instead of walking away, Joe built something completely different: a one-man privateer

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44:31

PAUL MAGNIER, Part 2 | Inside the Flamme Rouge,...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/11/12

In part two of our conversation with French powerhouse Paul Magnier of Soudal–Quick-Step — one of the brightest young stars in professional cycling — we dive deep into the art of sprinting.Paul pulls back the curtain on the final 1,000 meters: how to read chaos, trust the lead-out, and time the winning move.We dig into aero gains — from wind-tunnel insights and bar-width experiments to 56×11 gearing and 105–110 rpm cadence — and why he practices seated accelerations at 800–1,000 watts. He also

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50:26

PAUL MAGNIER ep.1 | The Rise of the French Powerhouse

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/11/07

Strap in — because today’s episode is an absolute sprint-finish thriller!We’re joined by one of the most exciting young riders in world cycling: Paul Magnier of Soudal–Quick-Step — a 21-year-old French powerhouse already rewriting what’s possible in the pro peloton.In just two seasons, Magnier has exploded to the top tier of world cycling with 24 victories, making him statistically the most successful rider of his generation, ahead of Evenepoel, Pogačar, van der Poel, and Sagan at the same age.Fresh

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47:06

DAVIDE “Brama” BRAMATI | Inside the Team Car + Win...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/10/07

🎁 Ever dreamed of watching the Tour of Flanders up close?Here’s your chance! Simply comment on this episode (on Spotify or YouTube) with your favorite team Quick-Step rider or race moment from the past 23 years (2003–2025). See details below. EPISODE DETAILSHave you ever wondered what life is really like for a directeur sportif?Here’s your chance. Davide “Brama” Bramati—ex-pro and longtime Quick-Step DS—is one of the WorldTour’s most passionate and entertaining voices.From his racing days in the

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54:12

Polartec® AirCore™ | Inside the Future of Breathable,...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Discover Polartec® AirCore™ — the revolutionary fabric that’s lightweight, breathable, PFAS-free, and made from recycled materials, designed to keep you dry from the inside out.Watch interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-EFOAr534V4As the industry’s first advanced air-permeable laminate, AirCore™ combines stretch, windproofing, and water repellency with nanofiber technology that actively vents sweat without sacrificing protection from the elements.In this episode, Ramesh Kesh, Senior Vice President

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53:25

Q&A | Beat the Summer Heat: Smart Nutrition for Hot...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/08/15

Riding in the summer heat can turn a dream ride into a survival mission if you don’t fuel and hydrate correctly. In this episode, we're joined by returning guest and sports performance nutritionist, Dani Hofstetter, to break down how to fuel and hydrate smarter for hot weather training and racing.From carb absorption to sodium losses, cramping, gut tolerance, sweat testing, and post-ride recovery, Dani shares practical strategies to keep you fast, fueled, and functional when temperatures soar past

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36:57

VALENTIN PARET-PEINTRE | The Heart of a Climber:...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/07/24

In this episode, we sit down with one of the brightest young talents in professional cycling — Valentin Paret-Peintre. At just 24, he’s already claimed stage victories at the Giro d’Italia, the Tour of Oman, and made history as the fifth Frenchman ever to win atop Mont Ventoux during his maiden Tour de France.Join us for a relaxed and insightful conversation recorded during pre-season camp, as Valentin opens up about life with Soudal Quick-Step, his favorite alpine climbs, his power-to-weight

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39:53

More Than a Lead-Out: The Friendship Behind the...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/07/18

They were just two kids from Kortrijk, riding bikes after school, never dreaming they’d one day end up in the pro peloton together.In this episode of the Castelli Podcast, we sit down with Belgian sprint sensation Tim Merlier and his lifelong friend and trusted lead-out man Bert Van Lerberghe—a duo bonded by years of shared rides, muddy cyclocross circuits, and quiet ambition.From their humble beginnings to the world’s biggest races, Tim and Bert take us inside their journey—through the chaos of

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20:53

TOUR DE FRANCE | Chasing Speed with Soudal Quick-Step

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/07/10

In this special Tour de France episode, we're joined by two of the sharpest minds in performance cycling: Koen Pelgrim, Head of Performance at Soudal Quick-Step, and Steve Smith, Castelli Brand Manager and driving force behind the Scorpion’s aero innovation.Recorded just ahead of the Tour’s Grand Départ, the episode dives deep into the world of wind tunnel testing and the relentless pursuit of marginal gains.From Tim Merlier’s Tour stage-winning Sanremo S Speed Suit to Remco Evenepoel’s time trial

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55:40

STEVE SMITH | Giro d'Italia Leaders Aero Gear. Most...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/05/18

Join us as we dive into the cutting-edge world of aerodynamic cycling apparel with Steve Smith, Castelli Brand Manager, Lifelong Marginal Gainer. From the evolution of the iconic maglia rosa for the Giro d’Italia to the latest innovative firsts, Steve shares how rider feedback, wind tunnel testing, and meticulous design come together to create high-performance gear.We explore the behind-the-scenes logistics of outfitting pro teams, the development process inside Castelli’s Speed Shop and Pro Shop,

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17:06

GIRO D’ITALIA | Castelli Innovations, Giro Legends,...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/05/13

Dive into the thrilling history of the Giro d’Italia and its most iconic symbol—the Maglia Rosa. From its origins in 1909 to the groundbreaking innovations Castelli introduced to the peloton, we celebrate the legends, the legacy, and the evolution of cycling’s most coveted jersey.Discover how the race began, why pink became the color of victory, and how Castelli helped revolutionize performance cycling gear through bold innovation. From historic champions and unforgettable moments to the evolution

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1:05:15

SAMUEL SÁNCHEZ | Aero Gear, Olympic Gold, Gravel...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/05/06

In this episode, we sit down with Samuel Sánchez, a legend of the sport and Olympic gold medalist, to reflect on his remarkable career and the evolution of the sport over the past three decades. Samuel takes us through his journey from a young aspiring cyclist to Olympic champion, sharing insights into the highs and lows of his career. He talks about his 18 years in the pro peloton, racing for just two teams, the differences in team dynamics from Euskaltel - Euskadi to BMC Racing Team, and the

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52:03

YVES LAMPAERT | Roubaix, the Yellow Jersey,...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/04/18

Yves Lampaert is more than just a Roubaix warrior—he’s a farmer’s son with deep Belgian roots, a love for tractors, and a passion for the Queen of the Classics. In this episode, we go beyond the finish line to explore the brutal beauty of Paris-Roubaix, Yves’ rise through the ranks at Soudal Quick-Step, and the surprising parallels between farming and cycling. From Tour de France yellow jersey glory to muddy cobbles and homegrown veggies—this is Yves Lampaert like you’ve never heard him

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51:51

KIM (LE COURT) PIENAAR | Chasing Dreams on Cycling’s...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/04/02

This week, we bring you an inspiring story of resilience, talent, and the relentless pursuit of a dream. Our guest, Kim Le Court Pienaar, is a rising star in the Women’s World Tour, proving that it’s never too late to chase greatness.When Kim turned pro, many riders have already made their mark—Kim wasted no time in doing the same. In her debut season, she secured a stage win at the Giro d’Italia Women, raced in two Grand Tours, and represented her country at the Paris Olympics.In this episode, we

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41:31

PAUL MAGNIER: From MTB Hero to the World Tour,...

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/03/19

French sensation Paul Magnier has taken the pro peloton by storm, and now the 20-year-old is set to supportSoudal Quick-Step into the northern classics. With his explosive power, endurance, and fast finishing kick, could he be the next Tom Boonen or Bernard Hinault?In this episode, we break down Magnier’s rapid rise, his potential in sprints and Monuments, and how he handles outside pressure to perform. We also explore the history and innovation behind Castelli’s pioneering gear, along with Paul's

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57:48

ANTOINE HUBY | How Cyclocross Shapes Champions!

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast ·

2025/01/29

Whether you’re a passionate cyclocross fan or just curious about the sport, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and everything that makes bike racing such a dynamic and evolving discipline.Today, we’re joined by Antoine Huby, a rising talent in cycling from the Brittany region of France. Antoine made a name for himself in cyclocross, winning the U23 French Championship in 2021, before making waves on the road in 2023 with standout performances, including a win at the U23 Course de la

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