Ask The Pedalist Podcast

This podcast aims to provide short but information rich answers to common cycling and fitness questions. The aim is to provide quick answers that will help you make use of in your cycling or fitness activities. Come and listen in for nugget sized answers for your overall wellbeing! Website: www.pedalmyway.com Youtube: @pedalmyway Instagram: pedalmyway Bluesky:@pedalmyway.bsky.social‬

Episodes

12 - The Narrow Handlebar Trend: Why Your Bars Might Be Too Wide

January 23, 2026 • 8 mins

Why are pro cyclists racing on 36-38cm handlebars when they're over 6 feet tall? In this episode, we break down the narrow handlebar revolution that's taken over the WorldTour peloton—and whether it makes sense for you. We cover:

Real aerodynamic data: 3-8 watts saved at race speeds by going narrower
Why Filippo Ganna (6'4") uses 38cm bars in time trials
The biomechanics of the "aero hoods" position and how it changes muscle engag...

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11 - Virtual Cycling Platforms

December 23, 2025 • 10 mins

Transform Your Indoor Training: A Complete Guide to Virtual Cycling Platforms Gone are the days of staring at blank walls while grinding away on a stationary trainer. Virtual cycling platforms have revolutionized indoor training, transforming monotonous basement sessions into immersive, interactive experiences that rival outdoor riding. In this comprehensive 8-minute guide, we explore everything you need to know about virtual cycli...

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10 - Gifts for Cyclists

November 20, 2025 • 10 mins

Shopping for a cyclist can feel overwhelming with all the technical jargon, fit requirements, and strong gear preferences. But it doesn't have to be! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to choose a gift that your cyclist will actually use and love. Whether they're logging miles on country roads, commuting through city traffic, or hitting mountain trails, we've got you covered.

What You'll Learn:

Why cycling...

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9 - How Cold is Too Cold?

November 9, 2025 • 7 mins

How cold is too cold to ride? We break down the science: wind chill effects, temperature thresholds (32°F, 20°F, 0°F), gear that matters, and safety markers that mean "turn around now." No gatekeeping—just physiology and practical winter riding advice.

Key Takeaways:

Wind chill dramatically affects perceived temperature (30°F @ 15mph = 19°F on skin)
Frostbite can occur in as little as 30 minutes below 5°F wind chill
Your body rest...

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8 - Indoor vs Outdoor: The Truth About Trainer Sessions

October 19, 2025 • 6 mins

Tired of the indoor vs outdoor training debate? In this episode, we break down the real strengths of each approach and how to use them strategically in your training. Discover why indoor training isn't just a weather backup – it's a precision tool for building specific fitness. Learn the four key strategies for maximizing trainer effectiveness, plus the three biggest mistakes that sabotage indoor sessions.

We'll also explore what ou...

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7 - The Therapy That Has Two Wheels: Why Cycling Is Your Brain's Best Friend

August 14, 2025 • 7 mins

🚴‍♀️ "If I don't cycle for a few days, I tend to lose my mind." Discover how cycling became the ultimate mental health hack in this deeply personal episode. Learn why that rhythmic pedaling motion is like therapy for your brain, plus get six actionable tips to start using cycling as your mental wellness tool today.

Your therapy might just have two wheels.

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6 - How to Bike to Work and Still Look Human?

July 31, 2025 • 6 mins

Want to bike to work but worried about arriving sweaty and unprofessional? You're not alone – and this problem is totally solvable. In this episode, we tackle bike commuting's biggest barrier: the fear of showing up to work looking like you just finished a race. Spoiler alert: it's not about being super fit or buying expensive gear – it's about working smarter, not harder. You'll discover the #1 mistake new bike commuters make (hin...

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5 - Strength Training for Cyclists

July 22, 2025 • 5 mins

Tired of hearing that lifting weights will make you "too bulky" for cycling? It's time to crush this myth once and for all.

In this episode, we dive deep into cycling's most persistent misconception: that strength training hurts your performance on the bike. From old-school "muscle is dead weight" thinking to bad experiences with generic gym programs, we break down exactly where this anti-gym mentality comes from and why it's holdin...

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4 - Pets on trails: dogs off-leash and general trail etiquette

January 30, 2025 • 11 mins

Dogs on the trails - dogs off-leash. general trail etiquette when cycling, running, walking.

Join us as we explore the essential do's and don'ts of bringing your canine companion on the trails.

Whether you're a seasoned hiker with a trail-tested pup or new to adventuring with your dog, this episode covers everything you need to know about responsible trail use with pets. We dive into why keeping your dog leashed isn't just about fol...

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3 - The Poseidon X Gravel Bike

January 16, 2025 • 8 mins

The Poseidon X Gravel Bike - why I love this bike, what makes this unique, and how you can customize it.

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2 - Pre, During, Post ride Fueling

November 7, 2023 • 2 mins

The importance of pre, during, and post ride meal. This is important to prevent "bonking" and get most out of your ride. How you fuel depends on your riding and lifestyle, and takes some trial and error to get it right.

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1 - Gravel vs Road Bike

November 1, 2023 • 3 mins

What is the difference between a gravel and a road bike? What is a gravel bike, to begin with? Maybe you are looking for a bike and want to know the difference and understand the fad in gravel cycling. Whatever the reason, there is an answer to this quetion. Listen in to find out..

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