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Since 2009 a group of friends from the UK have been lighting up the Tour de France and other cycling races with their 'Beefeater Bend' - throwing a party for cycling fans along the roadside. They shot to global fame in 2019 when their Links Rechts video from the Alps went viral overnight attracting national and global press attention. They've won the UCI fans award, preformed on stage at the World Championships and even have a kit collaboration with Stolen Goat and their own merchandise range for which they sell to raise money for charity. What a bunch of guys! Have a listen to their journey and enjoy the stories along the way.  Beefeater Bend on TwitterBeefeater Bend on FacebookBeefeater Bend on InstagramBeefeater Bend x Stolen GoatBeefeater Bend merchandise Priest Foundation

Axel Merckx's Hagens Berman Axeon Cycling Team are considered the greatest development team in the world and they've just signed today's guest, the exciting young British talent, Joe Laverick. We had a great catch up with Joe about his career. From a goalkeeper to getting into cycling; his junior career; juggling school work with riding for Maddison Genesis. The amazing Rayner Foundation, his year in France; his winter training; signing for Axeon; his upcoming move to Girona, Spain; what next season might look like; pro cycling and moonlighting as a cycling journalist writing for CyclingTips, The British Continental and Cycling Weekly. We loved catching up with Joe, a top man and we very much look forward to following his progress in 2021 and beyond. You can find Joe on the Unfound AppJoe on Twitter Joe on Strava Joe on Instagram

We caught up with Champion System's Chris Reynolds who talked us through the Sydney cycling scene, racing every day of the week, Melbourne, Hong Kong, working with World Tour teams and riders, stories from off-season camps, his views on pro cycling, formula one, netball and lots lots more in what was a cracking conversation. Champion SystemContact Chris at chrisr@champ-sys.comA special mention to Roebuck Estates

We caught up with Henry Furniss today to discuss his journey from top personal trainer to elite cyclist and then becoming a cycling entrepreneur when he established UK bike brand WyndyMilla. He talks us through the white knuckle ride of growing a cycling brand as the sport in the UK took off, sponsoring teams, the lessons he learnt along the way and then leaving the brand he built. We also discuss what he's been up to over the last few months, with exciting new projects and ventures on the horizon, working with Formula 1, 3D printing chicken, carbon and lots more. To get in contact with Henry to learn more about his upcoming venture and for possible investment opportunities, you can email him here: henryfurniss5@gmail.com

We caught up with the recently retired Lucy van der Haar (née Garner) about her career. From entering the sport through riding penny farthings, to becoming World Junior Road Race Champion ... twice. From the difficult transition to elite women's racing, riding for some of the biggest teams in the world with Argos-Shimano and Wiggle High5 and finding happiness with Norwegian team Hitec Products. Her decision to retire, views on women's cycling, where she wants to ride now she's retired, being married to cyclocross superstar Lars van der Haar and loads more. Follow Lucy on TwitterFollow Lucy on InstagramA special mention to Roebuck Estates 

We caught up with master frame builder and founder of Barbastelle, Tom Skinner, about the wonderful and fascinating world of artisan, hand-built steel frames. We discuss his journey into bike building, how it works, how it has evolved over the years, what you should consider when buying a hand-built frame, steel bikes that weigh just 5.5kg, carbon, titanium, gravel bikes, welding, cargo bikes and lots lots more. Check out the Barbastelle website Follow Tom on InstagramFollow tome on FacebookDrop Tom an email with any questions: tom@barbastelle.ccUS Steel frame builder: English CyclesTom Sturdy - titanium bikes - Sturdy CyclesProva and Bastion Cycles in AustraliaBespoked. The UK Hand Made Bicycle ShowNorth American Handmade Bicycle Show NAHBSFilm: Mother LoadSpecial mention to Roebuck Estates

We caught up with Club Cicli Artigianali's Bob Johnson and Chris Netherclift who talk us through the amazing world of vintage bikes. How they started collecting them, the amazing craftsmanship, the growing global movement, Eroica and many other events, how you can start collecting, their London cycling club and the growth it has seen and much more. Check out the Club Cicli Artigianali's web-site and their amazing collection of bikes. Steel Vintage Bikes - Berlin Cicli Berlinetta - Berlin

Fascinating chat with cycling journalist Tom Owen about the stresses of covering this season, how live feeds work, some of his amazing adventures and articles for the likes of CyclingTips, including bike packing in Spain and Macedonia. We also discuss cycling in Jordan, Greece and many other destinations. Tom also gives us an amazing insight into the work that is being done in Sierra Leone to help grow cycling participation and racing. And finally we discuss Tom's amazing Tour de France Panini sticker look-a-likes ... genius. Help the team buy new bikes with the current Go Fund Me CampaignCycling Tips Tour de Lunsar articleTom's profile on Stylish for Vice.comLe Col Sierra Leonean cyclingYou can also check out the Lunsar Cycling web-site and all their social channels can be found on there. Tom's amazing Hemingway Bikepacking adventure in Spain,  his 'Lapedonia' around Macedonia and of course, the genius Panini Tour de France stickers Tom's email: tom@fausto.agency Tom on Twitter: twitter.com/tomowencc Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomowencc Village Bicycle Project Re-Cycle

Alex Ostroy of Ostroy, NYVeloCity, NYFG gives us an amazing insight to his story, the New York cycling scene, the amazing brand he's built with Ostroy, the growth and success of NYVeloCity.com and its involvement in Lance Armstrong's outing. He's also been involved in some amazing community cycling projects growing the sport in NYC including I Challenge Myself and Ride Up Grades. OstroyOstroy on InstagramOstroy on FacebookLe Grange Ride LA, USAThe New York Cycling Club NYCCCRCAThursday Fields

This week we caught up with Velon CEO Graham Bartlett to hear about the superb work Velon have been doing since their inception. Some of the challenges they have faced along the way, where they are trying to get to, the Hammer Series, how best to get their content, what YOU can be doing as a fan to help grow the sport and we also need your help ... as Graham and the Velon team also want to hear your views and feedback on a couple of specific questions. We also talk through Graham's career, from starting out as a lawyer in the City, working with UEFA, Nike, Liverpool FC and Sky Sports. Plus lots more. You can send your views and answers to Graham's questions here: info@velon.cc or to us at: contact@unfound.ccYou can subscribe to the Velon Newsletter hereFind out more about Velon hereFind Velon on YouTube hereFind Velon on Instagram here

We caught up with John Croom to hear about his amazing journey from playing American Football and competing as a heavyweight wrestler to becoming an elite track cyclist, a US record holder, with multiple national titles and a Pan American Games win. He's also got a brilliant podcast - The Coffee and Van chats podcast - works with some top sponsors and will be racing around the US with his van, good coffee and contagious personality as soon as we are through the pandemic. Check out his website and give him a follow on Strava and InstagramContravans, Boyd Cycling Wheels and all his other sponsors

We caught up with top chef Henrik Orre who talks us through his journey from becoming a chef to building a Two Michelin Star restaurant and then moving into cycling; firstly with the Norwegian Cycling Federation and then with Team Sky where he spent five years. He gives us a brilliant insight into what the riders eat and when, the logistics of how it works and how he found the experience of working with Chris Froome and co. He also talks us through his superb books and his latest exciting venture in Oslo, Norway. Henrik on InstagramHenrik on TwitterHenrik's websiteHis brilliant book - get yourself a copy today.

Rory Sutherland has seen a lot and he kindly joined us after La Flèche Wallonne last week to talk us through his career; from arriving in Europe, his early years in Belgium with Rabobank, before racing in the US for five years and returning to ride in Europe with Saxo Tinkoff, Movistar, UAE Team Emirates and now Israel Start Up Nation. We talk about some of the world's biggest races as well as riding for Contador, Valverde and Dan Martin. We discuss his views and thoughts on the sport, how it's evolving, his restaurants/cafes and he even leaves us with some wise words of wisdom. As he hangs up his wheels at the end of the season, we wish Rory all the best with the next chapter. To follow or contact Rory, you can find him here: Rory on TwitterRory of Instagram The Federal Cafe on InstagramThe Federal Cafe Girona

We absolutely loved catching up with former pro, coach, bio-hacker and podcaster Anthony Walsh about his career and journey. From racing in France and the US, to running multiple businesses before taking stock and discovering a new way to train and lead your life, which is now what he is sharing with you all through his Roadman Cycling coaching and lifestyle business. This is a brilliant conversation where we discuss many things from Sam Bennett winning the Green Jersey to some of the bio-hacks that can improve your life including; intermittent fasting, cold therapy, light therapy, journaling, meditation, grounding and why it's worth looking into all of these methods, especially from a stress management perspective. From his 14 day intro challenge for just 2 Euros to lots more training and performance options. We also discuss podcasts – Sam Harris, Joe Rogan and other, books – James Nestor's 'Breath', Matthew Walker's 'Why we sleep', James Wallman's 'Stuffication' and 'Time and how to spend it' plus loads more. For more information on Roadman CyclingFor more information on the 2 euro 14 introduction planThe excellent Roadman PodcastA FREE MONTH to Sam Harris' Waking Up meditation app

We caught up with professional 'cycling bum' Alain Rumpf about his 36 years in cycling. From racing to working with the UCI for 20 years, to cycling guiding in the Swiss Alps to now, providing some of the most wonderful cycling content we all love to see. We discuss a tremendous amount, from the tarnished era of cycling – doping and its impact – the UCI and its evolution. Some of the things the UCI does well and the challenges it has faced. We discuss riding in Switzerland, some of the best climbs to do, where to stay, events to keep on your radar plus loads more. Where you can find Alain: Website https://switchback.alpsinsight.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/aswisswithapulse/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/alain.rumpf/Twitter https://twitter.com/alainrumpfLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alainrumpf/Alain's top three must ride Swiss Climbs: Col du Sanetsch https://switchback.alpsinsight.com/cycling/sanetsch-pass/ The Grosse Scheidegg https://switchback.alpsinsight.com/cycling/grosse-scheidegg/ Gotthard Pass https://switchback.alpsinsight.com/cycling/gotthard-pass-tremola/ More rides from Switchback: https://switchback.alpsinsight.com/cycling/grosse-scheidegg/Other links from the show:Alps Insights https://www.google.com.hk/amp/s/alpsinsight.com/amp/VeloMagazine https://www.lequipe.fr/Velo-mag/Cyclist Off Road https://shop.cyclist.co.uk/products/cyclist-off-road-magazine-issue-3Alka Cycking https://alka-sport.com/en/catalogue/cycling/Valais https://www.valais.ch/en/homeTour des Stations https://tourdesstations.ch/en/Ed Laverack rides the Tour des Stations https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hVdL4uNNAh0Sust Lodge, Andermatt https://shakermaker-group.ch/sust/

We caught up with Ian Field who is 5 times British Cyclocross Champion about his journey, British Cycling, Mountain Biking, Cyclocross obsession in Belgium, Wout van Aert, Matthew van der Poel, Toon Aerts, Tom Pidcock, approaches to coaching, his Veld Cycling coaching business, cyclocross for schools and much more. Get in touch with Ian or learn more about his coaching offering here: Veld CyclingRead Ian's blog on why everyone should race cyclocross

Listening to the inspirational author James Nestor talk about his new book, Breathe, on the Joe Rogan Podcast, he mentioned the amazing Iced Viking - Chuck McGee III. We dropped Chuck a note to see if he wanted to join us on the podcast and despite his post Rogan fame, luckily for us, he agreed. Over the last year or so, we'd become more conscious about breath work and how it was creeping into Elite Sport. We'd heard it was being used in cycling, there's even a mumuring that breath work explains Chris Froome's descending position in the Tour a few years back. The England rugby team have supposedly been using it and there are many more examples. Chuck was able to give us a great insight into breath work, what it is, various types, the advantages and more. We talk about being a Wim Hoff Method and Oxygen Advantage Instructor. We discuss potential performance gains, taping the mouth shut to sleep, holotropic breathing, feeling light headed, climbing mountains in the snow in just a pair of shorts, slowing your heart rate, ice baths, and lots more – we even do a couple of exercises for you to try. Below are some resources, it's well worth checking out or joining one of Chuck's free classes. Feel free to contact him to ask any questions too. The link to Chuck's free Zoom classes if you are keen to give them a go, they are 11am Pacific Time on a Sundays and Mondays 9pm Pacific Time. Chuck's websiteChuck's instagramThe Wim Hoff MethodThe Oxygen Advantage James Nestor's BreatheJames Nestor on Joe RoganJames Nestor on the Next Big IdeaBreath work for recovery - TrainingPeaks

Triathlon on a cycling podcast? We caught up with the CEO of XTRI Stuart McInnes about their 14 amazing endurance events in some of the most spectacular and challenging terrains in the world. It is triathlon but not as you know it as they seek to create stunning experiences that are far beyond the athletic endeavour. We discuss the synergies in the movement with what we are seeing in the cycling world and Stuart points out that many of the athletes competing aren't from a traditional triathlon background with many road and MTB cyclists drawn to the raw and wild challenge of the events. You have probably heard of the Norseman but have a listen to learn a lot more, an insight into a whole new sport. xtriworldtour.com Has links to all events and much more. xtri-xperience.com for more information of their Mallorca camp Films: Norseman 2019

We caught up with Rich Lang, who basically ticks every box with regards to the guests we have on the show and the topics we like to cover. He's an Australian former pro, having raced internationally with the Australian Institute of Sport alongside Michal Matthews, Luke Durbridge and Rohan Dennis; before racing with Pro-Conti team Rapha in the UK. After making the decision to retire at 24 years old, he studied before setting up  a business community in Haute Rouleurs and becoming a coach. It was during this time Rich had the idea to set up Spok'd making him a tech start up entrepreneur. Spok'd sits nicely as an option between out of the box training plans and engaging with a coach. This online training and coaching platform is his mission to make it simple, personal and smarter to train and get faster. Rich talks us through all of this and we also speak with friend of Unfound, Marc Burroughs, who will be undergoing an eight week trail of Spok'd. We will rendezvous in eight weeks to hear how Marc found the platform, the training and any improvements in performance. Rich will also be able to give Marc some feedback on his training. All in all, a fascinating chat, well worth a listen and we look forward to catching up with both Marc and Rich again in a few weeks. Visit the Spok'd website for more infoFind Spok'd on InstagramFind Spok'd on FacebookFind Spok'd on TwitterDrop Rich an email with any questions: hello@spokd.comAnd Rich's friends at Qualified Nutrition

We caught up with charismatic former pro rider, team manager, top coach and founder of the innovative SpatzWear - Tom Barras. We talk through his racing career taking on some of the biggest races in the world while living in Belgium before returning to the UK to race domestically picking up 100 wins in the process. He set up a successful coaching career working with athletes such as Tom Pidcock, as well as launching Spatzwear. We discuss his unique approach to solving issues to produce their brilliant range of products. We talk about all this, racing in the Bahamas and loads more. Have a listen today. Check out the SpatzWear websiteCheck out SpatzWear on InstagramTom's cycling coaching business Training Pro