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Welcome to the Say Watt? Podcast conversation with 2015 Trans Am Bike Race finisher and inspirational rider and runner, Gavaskar Josephs. Rick and Caryn chat with Gavaskar about how he transitioned into ultra-cycling, what inspired him to tackle the incredibly challenging, self-supported Trans Am, and what he’s up to for the coming race season. Gavaskar’s insights into the mental side of intense, long rides, what he tells potential ultra-cyclists, and his thoughts on how to increase diversity in cycling bring a fresh perspective to the pod. Show resources: Body Health: https://bit.ly/3tto6Fl   Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com 10 Buck Bike Club: www.10buckbikeclub.com

It’s 2021 and we’re back with a Say Watt? first – an episode focused on the team aspect of Race Across America. Our guests Eleanor Allen and David Fellows (rider and crew, wife and husband of Team EA/Water for People) join us to share stories from their 2019, 4-person mixed team crossing. Check out the inside story of how teams actually work (it may be different from what you’d think!), what it’s like to crew for more than one rider, why you might want a project manager on your crew, and how it feels to cross the finish line with your teammates. Eleanor and David are switching gears in 2021 and riding together on a two-person Race Across the West team. They’ll share where they are in their training, logistics planning and mental prep for this year’s race. Check out the links below for more info. on Team EA/Water for People and how you can contribute to its goal of bringing awareness and raising funds to help solve the global water and sanitation crisis through endurance cycling. Show resources: Water For People: https://www.waterforpeople.org/ Cycling For Water - our fundraising site for RAW: https://www.cyclingforwater.org/ Cycling For Water FB page: https://www.facebook.com/cyclingforwaterorg 2019 RAAM video: https://youtu.be/TDL85pljdmQ Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com 10 Buck Bike Club: www.10buckbikeclub.com

Join Caryn and Rick for the last episode of 2020! Step up to the buffet for a little vRevolve24 debrief including what it’s like to ride on six of the iconic Grand Prix race circuits around the world and what happens when you start a 24-hr. race with no resistance on the smart trainer! Only 6 months until the start of “real life” Race Across the West – how do we plan for that? And what’s happening personally and professionally with Caryn and Rick as they close out 2020. Step right up and have a listen! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Show affiliate, The Conscious Cleanse: www.consciouscleanse.com – use coupon code SayWatt15 for 15% off a one-time cleanse or annual membership with unlimited cleansing Hydrow - World’s Coolest Indoor Rower: https://www.teamzcycling.com/shop Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

Join us for this Quick Release debrief episode where we check in with ultra-cycling friend, rock star and badass Jen Orr after her 24-hour World Record attempt in Borrego Springs back on November 7th. There was wind. There was rain. There was cold. And Jen was setting records and breaking records like an angry DJ. Listen in as we talk about what worked, what didn’t and what’s next on Jen’s ultra-cycling race agenda! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Jen’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jen.orr.50 https://www.facebook.com/JenOrrEndurance Jen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenorr_raam2021/ Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

Join us for this Quick Release episode where we visit with ultra-cyclist and friend Jen Orr as she prepares for her 24-hour World Record attempt in Borrego Springs, CA starting at 9am PST on Saturday, November 7th. The World Time Trial Championships were cancelled this year due to COVID-19 so Jen decided to go ride 10 miles of the course for 24 hours and try to break the solo female world record of 439.65 miles set nearly 30 years ago. GO JEN!! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Check in for live updates from Borrego Springs… Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jen.orr.50 https://www.facebook.com/JenOrrEndurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenorr_raam2021/ Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

Join us as we visit with a longtime friend, beer guru, COO of Left Hand Brewing, long time cyclist and Captain of the Bike MS Powerhouse Team Left Hand - Chris Lennert. We’ll talk cycling, beer, and Team Left Hand. Now with teams in 9 states, Team Left Hand has raised more than $4.9 million since 2008 to help our friends living with MS. Caryn and Rick and have been riding with Team Left Hand Colorado since 2011 and what an awesome group of cyclists and friends that won’t stop riding or fundraising until MS stands for…Mystery Solved! And…a new Conscious Cleanse starts on November 4th. Check it out! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Show affiliate, The Conscious Cleanse: www.consciouscleanse.com – use coupon code SayWatt15 for 15% off a one-time cleanse or annual membership with unlimited cleansing Left Hand Brewing: www.lefthandbrewing.com Team Left Hand: https://teamlefthand.com/ Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

The 2020 in real life Natchez Trace 444 is in the books! Supported by Team Z crew members Caryn Capriccioso and Steve Zwetsch, Rick completed the 442 miles from Nashville, TN to Natchez, MS in just a skoche over 32 hours – qualifying for Race Across America once again! Awesome weather, although very cold at night, and the most amazing road pavement conditions anywhere made this an event to remember. Listen in as Caryn, Steve and Rick debrief this AWESOME and “magical” ride! And there’s a super bonus for all as Steve Z. shares a little guitar pickin’ on his handmade Cigar Box Kitchen guitar. Enjoy! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Infinity Bike Seat: https://infinitybikeseat.com/?v=7516fd43adaa Use Code: ZRAAM for a discount! ‘Art of imperfection’: East Bay man brings life to old items by creating musical instruments https://abc7news.com/cigar-box-guitars-music.-boxes-folk-music-blues/6698198 Cigar Box Kitchen Guitars: https://www.cigarboxkitchen.com/ Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

We’re thrilled to have a chance to visit with ultra-cyclist, master of all things stats and data, cycling cocktail creator and frankly one of the most helpful and friendly people I’ve met along my relatively short ultra-cycling journey…Mr. Dave Brillhart. Listen in as Dave talks about how he got started in ultra-cycling, the cool data fields he’s developed for the Garmin cycling computer, his amazing cycling cocktail DaveAde and…he shares some thoughts about Natchez Trace 444 starting on Friday, October 2nd! Be sure to check out Show Resources below! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Infinity Bike Seat: https://infinitybikeseat.com/?v=7516fd43adaa Use Code: ZRAAM for a discount! Dave’s Race Reports: Natchez Trace 444 RAAM Qualifier https://1n.pm/Natchez2019 Leadville 100 Mountain Bike Race https://1n.pm/Leadville100 Glass Elevator Everest https://1n.pm/GlassElevator HooDoo 500 Stage Race https://1n.pm/HooDoo500 Dirty Kanza 200 Gravel Race https://1n.pm/DirtyKanza2019 Sebring 24hr RAAM Qualifier https://1n.pm/Sebring2019 Book Reference: Title: Just Ride: Racing 2,725 Miles to Mexico By: Ty Hopkins Garmin Data Fields Summary: http://bit.ly/DataFields PowerBar: https://apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/2fffc10e-a136-4c14-89ee-600cb8b62154 FourStats: https://apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/5816b24d-2689-4584-b458-a24e0fea0429 FourClimbs: https://apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/3a23e2c1-0886-49a5-a826-649ad94dda02 FourTimes: https://apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/9e0940d6-d662-4c32-8c77-78757ba03706 AutoPacer: https://apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/8c20f407-1343-40b0-a5fa-247dc4c6a0a0 DaveAde Presentation: http://bit.ly/DaveAde  Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

Listen in as we visit with long time, experienced and accomplished ultra-cyclist and skier/ski instructor, ultra-cycling race director (including Natchez Trace 444), the voice of RAAM, RAAM Hall of Fame Inductee and a whole lot more…Mr. George Thomas from Nederland, Colorado. George is so well liked and connected, tells great stories and has a great sense of humor. For the delicate ears amongst us, be prepared for the lightning round! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Infinity Bike Seat: https://infinitybikeseat.com/?v=7516fd43adaa Use Code: ZRAAM for a discount! Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

As we publish, there are a few hours short of 43 days till we head for Nashville, TN and the start of Natchez Trace 444. Lots to start thinking about including my first race with a follow van, two new crew members who will be flying in from CA and TX, a bunch of rules and oh yeah, this COVID pandemic thing. Where are we all going to be come September 29th? Will it be safe to fly? Will there be wipes? Buy a van or rent a van? And, a little fun with(out) helmets! Plus, we still would like to hear from you…tell us what you think of our podcast at the link below. Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Natchez Trace Parkway Info: https://www.natcheztracetravel.com/ Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

In this episode, Rick talks with long time, experienced and accomplished ultra-cyclist and beloved friend to many, many people in the ultra-cycling community – Mr. Dex Tooke! Listen in as Dex shares how he got into ultra-cycling, his first attempt at RAAM in 2010 followed by another attempt in 2011 that led to publishing his amazing book: Unfinished Business! Dex also shares some key thoughts and tips for all us RAAM rookies! Dex was hoping to be the first 70-year-old to finish RAAM this year. Now that the pandemic got in the way, will he race RAAM in 2021? Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Dex’s book – Unfinished Business: https://bit.ly/dextooke Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/ Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com

In this preview, Rick and Caryn think through where the podcast will head in Season 2. What races are on the agenda heading to Race Across the West in June 2021. Possible guests leading up to Natchez Trace 444 in October? New Web site address: www.TeamZCycling.com And we’d love to hear from you all. You know a lot about us – share a little about you and what you think of our Say Watt? Podcast! Show resources: Give us your feedback: www.TeamZCycling.com/feedback Next Day Podcast: www.nextdaypodcast.com Science in Sport (Gels, Bars, Electrolyte Tabs): https://www.scienceinsport.com/us/ Picky Bars (Pre-Race Oatmeal, Bars, Drizzle): www.pickybars.com Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

In the Season One finale, Rick and Caryn debrief Rick’s successful VRAW attempt. Using a model carried over from their work, they talk through what happened, what worked, what they’d change and who there is to appreciate in getting Rick across the finish line for another Race Across America qualifier. Show resources: Podcasting: How to Start A Podcast and Create a Profitable Podcasting Business, Amanda Mayo: https://amzn.to/2VWX4YH For personal Podcast coaching and support, reach out to our friend and podcast guru Amanda Mayo: http://linkedin.com/in/amandaroscoemayo VRAAM Mental Miles: https://www.facebook.com/pg/VRAAMMentalMiles/about/ VRAW Leaderboard & Tracker: https://comps.fulgaz.com/liverace/5ec73310982d866101a419ab/ALL/NA VRAAM Leaderboard & Tracker: https://comps.fulgaz.com/liverace/5eb8980b7bbaef779f2ab581 FulGaz: https://fulgaz.com/ AltRed: https://shop.sur.co/ [Use code rzwetsch-altred for a 15% discount. Good for unlimited use…please share with friends and family!] Science in Sport (Gels, Bars, Electrolyte Tabs): https://www.scienceinsport.com/us/ Picky Bars (Pre-Race Oatmeal, Bars, Drizzle): www.pickybars.com Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

Per listener request, listen in as Rick’s virtual Race Across the West, or VRAW, race unfolds in this time-lapse episode. From moments before the start through to the race finish celebration, and including a morning-after update, this episode is a series of rider and crew check-ins to give a behind-the-scenes look at what is involved in a 949-mile ultra-cycling with over 80,000 feet of elevation gain, all from the relative comfort of our basement. While we didn’t have a full crew, vehicles, the elements, other cars/trucks, and many of the typical complications of a race IRL to contend with, you may be surprised at how many similarities there were to the racer and crew experience for a virtual race. Give a listen and let us know what you think about this time-lapse format! Show resources: VRAAM Mental Miles: https://www.facebook.com/pg/VRAAMMentalMiles/about/ VRAW Leaderboard & Tracker: https://comps.fulgaz.com/liverace/5ec73310982d866101a419ab/ALL/NA VRAAM Leaderboard & Tracker: https://comps.fulgaz.com/liverace/5eb8980b7bbaef779f2ab581 FulGaz: https://fulgaz.com/ Science in Sport (Gels, Bars, Electrolyte Tabs): https://www.scienceinsport.com/us/ Picky Bars (Pre-Race Oatmeal, Bars, Drizzle): www.pickybars.com Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

We’re publishing this episode on June 9th – a week before the start of the first ever virtual Race Across the West (vRAW) and virtual Race Across America (vRAAM). While there’s a lot to do to get ready, not nearly like what we and the crew would be doing getting ready to pack up two vans and physically head out to Oceanside, CA on Thursday, 6/12 as originally planned! So, what goes into getting ready to race 945 miles with a little over 83,000 ft. of climbing in 92 hours or less on a bike? On a trainer? In the basement? Listen in as Caryn and Rick discuss the very cool virtual cycling platform FulGaz where all of the magic will happen, training leading up to the race, including some of the amazing test rides in 7 different states, Rick’s race and nutrition plans, Caryn’s role as solo crew and a little about planned in-race social media activities and how to follow the vRAW leaderboard and track Rick from the start to the finish! Show resources: vRAW Leaderboard & Tracker: http://www.revolve24.com/VRAW-LEADERBOARD FulGaz: https://fulgaz.com/ Science in Sport (Gels, Bars, Electrolyte Tabs): https://www.scienceinsport.com/us/ Picky Bars (Pre-Race Oatmeal, Bars, Drizzle): www.pickybars.com Support Rick’s 2021 RAW race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

Join Rick Z. and the Executive Director of the World’s Toughest Bicycle Race Mr. Rick Boethling as they talk about all things RAW and RAAM in real life and vRAW and vRAAM starting on June 16th. Just because RAW and RAAM have been cancelled for 2020 doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do. From juggling RAAM qualifying races around the world, in these times of uncertainty, to figuring out how to create a virtual 925 mile and 3,000+ mile virtual race from scratch…Rick B. takes us back and shares how he came to RAAM and then pulls back the curtain a bit to share how the small but mighty Race Across America team does all it can to keep the ultra-cycling spirit high and top of mind. What goes into putting on these races in real life or in a virtual world is mind-boggling. Have a listen and get some of the inside skinny!   Show resources: Signup for VRAW/VRAAM: http://www.revolve24.com/events/virtual-race-across-america FulGaz: https://fulgaz.com/ Support Rick’s race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

Join Rick and Anthony Gordon for our “Quick Release” episode with all the latest updates on the development, launch and start of America’s Toughest Virtual Bike Race! Entries open on Monday, May 18th and Anthony and the FulGaz team are hard at it. What this small but mighty team will pull off in such a short period of time is just astounding. Rick will be riding VRAW – 925 miles with a goal to finish in less than 92 hours. Who else wants to ride along? Show resources: Signup for VRAW/VRAAM Updates: https://bit.ly/VRAAM FulGaz: https://fulgaz.com/ Support Rick’s race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

Welcome to the podcast, Michael Davies-Hughes. Our most quotable guest to date, Michael and Rick talk about how Michael caught the ultra-cycling bug and what drove him to give Race Across America a try. Spoiler alert – Michael didn’t quite finish his rookie RAAM attempt, but the lessons he and his crew learned along the way will be useful to anyone attempting their first or thirty-first ultra-event. While he was ready to be back to leverage his lessons in Race Across America 2020, Michael—along with all 2020 RAAM and RAW racers—had to put his plans on hold. Find out his thoughts on this year’s race season, where he’s headed next and his thoughts on the most challenging aspect of racing RAAM.  Following the interview, Caryn and Rick talk through their key takeaways from Michael and how his experiences can inform Rick’s race plans going forward. Show resources: Support Rick’s race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Michael’s RAAM Web site: https://michaelsraam.com/ Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

When life gives you lemons, make a virtual 3,000+ mile bike race out of thin air! As you know by now, the 2020 Race Across America and Race Across the West have been cancelled due to our shared global pandemic, which got Anthony Gordon thinking… As a documentary film-maker who suddenly found himself out of a project (documenting Rupert Guinness’ RAAM attempt), Anthony set to work on creating a virtual race experience for Rupert, other RAAM and RAW racers, and anyone who wants to give this whole ultra-endurance cycling thing a go. Anthony and Rick discuss how Anthony activated his network – and added to it partnering with the RAAM team, FulGaz and more – to put people (back) to work building out routes, registration, tracking, media and all of the components of an online race experience. After Rick’s chat with Anthony, he and Caryn talk about their takeaways from the interview and what this new online option means for Rick’s 2020 RAW plans, and they also begin making plans to have Anthony back on the podcast down the road – yep, he’s that interesting of a guy! Show resources: Show affiliate, Wahoo: https://www.wahoofitness.com/?rfsn=3784470.4022a5 (Your purchase of a smart trainer or bike via the link on this page “kicks back” a small amount to support Rick’s 2021 RAW attempt) Amazon Prime Films: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Nothin%27+But+Shorts+International&i=instant-video&rh=n%3A2858778011&ref=atv_dp_pd_prod Sign up to hear about VRAAM: bit.ly/VRAAM Support Rick’s race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/

On this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Boulder, Colorado-based Jo Schaalman, co-founder of The Conscious Company and co-author of The Conscious Cleanse. Jo and Rick talk about Jo’s history as a college athlete and cross-country cyclist and how one of those crossings became the driving force behind her life’s work. In an interview ranging from Jo’s incredible cycling story (it includes lots of pizza and Chinese food) to how she ultimately used food to rebuild her body and life from the ground up (less pizza and Chinese food!), the two discuss how ultra-endurance athletes can gear up their nutrition game. She shares ideas for small (and more significant) changes that cyclists and crew members can make to enhance their ultra-endurance experiences, sustain energy and feel better in challenging conditions. Jo also outlines how the Conscious Cleanse and its fantastic community can provide a great jump start to learning which foods best fuel each person’s unique body. Jo’s engaging style and flexible approach to using nutrition to properly fuel your body make this interview one not to be missed. Show resources: Show affiliate, The Conscious Cleanse: www.consciouscleanse.com – use coupon code SayWatt15 for 15% off a one-time cleanse or annual membership with unlimited cleansing Support Rick’s race: https://www.zraam2021.com/gofundme Race Across the West: http://www.raceacrossthewest.org/ Race Across America: https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/