Aero, Weight & Stiffness with Wiliers head of design. Full Interview Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2026-09-21 | Aero, Weight & Stiffness with Wiliers head of design. Full Interview
Can Officine Mattio really build a made in Italy brand Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2025-09-26 | While out in Italy we got the chance to catch up and talk business and carbon with @PeakTorque . This is us just sharing thoughts and impressions of our visit to @officinemattio2009
A silent & more durable future for MTB Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2025-01-23 | This week's podcast we discuss: The Hambini wheel test video, The SRAM Force AXS Leak and the 100k prize purse for the winner of a downhill world cup on a belt drive!0:00 Intro0:42 Your comments2:22 SRAM Force groups leak4:10 Belt drives and gear boxes
Cycling stuff for immediate recycling & Strathpuffer Race Report Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2025-01-16 | A thanks for the all the enlightening comments about the BBC panorama programme, Henry's race report from the Strathpuffer 24 hout MTB Race 2025Our pick of the most pointless cycling products
The BBC just made it even harder to ride a bike in safety Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2025-01-10 | This Podcast discusses the @BBC Panorama documentary you can watch here: bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0026sww/panorama-ebikes-the-battle-for-our-streetsWe discuss 3 key points The overall negative perception of e bike users The ridiculous situation the police are inThe need for more education over legislation
Bike Radar, Colnago & Look who 🐓d ⬆️ Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-12-22 | We discuss the Bike Radar 12 overpriced items from their article, link below. Then we discuss the media coverage of the New Colnago aero bike, and some chit chat about the faux pas made by LOOK that erodes the reputation of their top tier bike. 01:19 @bikeradar article review31:39 Colnago Y1RS Media Overview37:44 @NeroShowCycling Nero Show called my bike a dog 41:12 Aero and Lightweight is back Bike Radar article: bikeradar.com/features/12-ridiculously-expensive-cycling-products-you-dont-need
120kg Weight Limit at Cat 6 🤯 - SCOTT Addict 2025 Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-12-07 | We take a deep dive into the specs of the 2025 SCOTT Addict. the bike hitting the headlines for its low weight. Here are the links SCOTT Addict: scott-sports.com/gb/en/product/scott-addict-rc-ultimate-bike?article=4233068096002Manual asset-misc.scott-sports.com/Add/Addict_RC_Manual_A4_2025_Scott-Sports_EN_2194728.pdfCategories:medias.ssg-service.com/scott/corporate/QM/SCOTT_BicycleRidingConditions_130720-EN.pdfRecomended Tyres asset-misc.scott-sports.com/Syn/SyncrosTireCompabilityChart_2080780.pdfSchwalbe Aerothan schwalbe.com/en/aerothan-tire/?srsltid=AfmBOoo8oZm33qPoJ1-aPKjnY7zEfYJwpcQH5LU3y-U_29WifCCXO0KSISO 4210-6cdn.standards.iteh.ai/samples/59913/56c13a7c6fee427689025874cc8c0db0/ISO-4210-6-2014.pdfISO 4210-2standards.iteh.ai/e-library/reader/6fb68582-b3c3-11ef-9213-47cf901d9089
What I learnt from the Cycling News wheels aero test. Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-11-26 | After reading the @cyclingnewsmag and the Grand Fondo Road Wheel aero testing articles, here are my reflections on what I learnt, or want to know more about. Those @ScopecyclingOfficial wheels are getting noticed and achieving great results in testing at least. I also learn where @princetoncarbonworks1235 really sit in terms of weight, price and aero. the Cycling news article is here: cyclingnews.com/features/wind-tunnel-tested-road-bike-wheels-2024/#section-the-testthe grand fondo article is here: granfondo-cycling.com/best-roadbike-wheelslearn more about us at mapdec.com or our main channel @Mapdec
Choosing a bike might be getting easier. Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-11-01 | This episode we discuss:The outcome of the Shimano banThe Saint Perrin Team and the UCI StickerThe way bikes get categorized
eBay Bans eBikes, Some Campy Love & The Media Circus Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-10-10 | Today's subjects 01:22 - Your comments from the Shimano Crank Recall VideoThis one: youtu.be/h-7TO3i6TYI?si=ldjwBn5EYO9QGuPR05:19 - YouTube Cycling Channels and Mapdec's placestats from VidIQ: vidiq.com15:55 - eBay bans ebikes article here: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5ywq8xgkkyo22:10 - Campagnolo chatThis podcast is available on Spotify, Amazon, Apple and YouTube as Audio only and vodcast.
Why Peter Attias Interview with Tadej Pogacar Blew Our Minds! Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-09-27 | This podcast is our discussion and reaction to the podcast by Dr Peter Attia with TJ Pogacar about his training, and general awareness of his fitness, capacity and nutrition. you can watch the interview here: youtu.be/m9yjbJJBjHU?si=ZgdvbGTL_VW3Tdw3
Why Peter Attias Interview with Tadej Pogacar Blew Our Minds! Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-09-26 | This podcast is our discussion and reaction to the podcast by Dr Peter Attia with TJ Pogacar about his training, and general awareness of his fitness, capacity and nutrition. you can watch the interview here: youtu.be/m9yjbJJBjHU?si=ZgdvbGTL_VW3Tdw3@PeterAttiaMD
Quality cant be determined by price or origin. Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-09-15 | We discuss the recent posts by @Hambini (studio.youtube.com/channel/UCH9263dSaOHFe25dkyGAu3Q) about the frame quality matrix and how the decisions to spec certain quality levels might be taken. Also... That Campagnolo Groupset, the new round the world record and more entry level groupset leaks.
Quality cant be determined by price or origin. Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-09-13 | We discuss the recent posts by @Hambini about the frame quality matrix and how the decisions to spec certain quality levels might be taken. Also... That Campagnolo Groupset, the new round the world record and more entry level groupset leaks.
No exciting bikes for entry level riders anymore 🥺 Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-09-06 | Jake and I discuss the real lack of appealing quality product available at the entry and mid tier prices for cyclists. We reflect on groupsets that are almost a decade old and offer no upgrade path, and at prices that are almost on par with the next tiers up. It looks like a tough time to attract new riders to the sport and retain existing ones.We reflect on the end of Campagnolo Veloce, the extremely outdated Shimano Tiagra and the heavy and overpriced SRAM Apex.
No exciting bikes for entry level riders anymore 🥺 Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-09-06 | Jake and I discuss the real lack of appealing quality product available at the entry and mid tier prices for cyclists. We reflect on groupsets that are almost a decade old and offer no upgrade path, and at prices that are almost on par with the next tiers up. It looks like a tough time to attract new riders to the sport and retain existing ones.We reflect on the end of Campagnolo Veloce, the extremely outdated Shimano Tiagra and the heavy and overpriced SRAM Apex.
11 Pro bike aero test from Cycling News Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-08-31 | Jake and I discuss the recent mass aero test done by Cycling News in August 2024. We talk though the results and discuss how they relate to our experience. You can find the artice here: cyclingnews.com/features/wind-tunnel-tested-11-superbikes-go-head-to-headThe bikes on test and discussed were: Cannondale SuperSix Evo 4 Hi-Mod Team EditionCanyon Aeroad CFRCervélo S5 Factor OSTRO VAMGiant Propel Advanced SL 0Look 795 Blade RSPinarello Dogma FScott Foil RC ProSpecialized S-Works Tarmac SL8Trek Madone SLR 7 Gen 8Van Rysel RCR Pro Team Replica
New TIME Scylon in 45 days & Colnago Weirdness Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-08-08 | We discuss what we know about the long awaited Time Scylon aero bike that is rumoured to launch in 45 to 60 days time. We take a look at the new Colnago Rim Brake bike as well as discuss some regular chit chat like SRAM brake pads, FOX suspension down 40% and other little nuggets. Time ADH 24 Sale mapdec.com/products/alpe-dhuez-disc-2023?variant=43975666073816
Time Scylon in 45 days & Colnago weirdness Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-08-08 | We discuss what we know about the long awaited Time Scylon aero bike that is rumoured to launch in 45 to 60 days time. We take a look at the new Colnago Rim Brake bike as well as discuss some regular chit chat like SRAM brake pads, FOX suspension down 40% and other little nuggets.
New from SRAM...A pointless extra cog Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-08-02 | Did SRAM spoil a perfectly reasonable and required update just to one up Shimano? We think so. Some great little improvements including a method to swap chainrings on power meter cranks. We discuss the recent launch of the SRAM red 1 x13 Gravel groupset, XPLR and some of it's quirks Remember you can listen on Spotify, Apple and Amazon Podcasts too, as well as view the Vodcast on the special Vodcast YouTube Channel.
New SRAM...A pointless extra cog Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-08-02 | Did SRAM spoil a perfectly reasonable and required update just to one up Shimano? We think so. Some great little improvements including a method to swap chainrings on power meter cranks. We discuss the recent launch of the SRAM red 1 x13 Gravel groupset, XPLR and some of it's quirks Remember you can listen on Spotify, Apple and Amazon Podcasts too.
Enduro Bicycle Bearings vs Your Questions Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-07-27 | We sat down with Mike & Andy from Enduro Bearings to ask the questions from you that we see in the comments of our YouTube channel. Things like, are NTN bearings better like Hambini suggests, and are ceramic bearings worth it? There is a shorter version of this Vodcast with further insight on the main YouTube channel. This was not paid, or sponsored in any way. However, as a cycling shop we do supply Enduro bearings, among others, to our customers as appropriate to their needs.
Enduro Bicycle Bearings vs Your Questions Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-07-27 | We sat down with Mike & Andy from Enduro Bearings to ask the questions from you that we see in the comments of our YouTube channel. Things like, are NTN bearings better like Hambini suggests, and are ceramic bearings worth it? There is a shorter version of this Vodcast with further insight on the main YouTube channel. This was not paid, or sponsored in any way. However, as a cycling shop we do supply Enduro bearings, among others, to our customers as appropriate to their needs.
Guillaume Martins Too Heavy LOOK 795 Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-07-26 | Jake and I discuss the accusation by Guillaume Martin that he lost at the 2024 Tour de France because his bike was too heavy. We have spent a lot of time wrenching with some of the best road bikes on the market, we have weighed them, ridden them and think we have a few ideas where that weight might or might not be. Link to articles discussed Guillaume Comments on Road.ccroad.cc/content/news/tour-de-france-pro-blames-his-look-bike-poor-performance-309579Pro Bike Weights bikeradar.com/features/tech/2024-tour-de-france-bike-weights
Guillaume Martin’s ”Too Heavy” LOOK 795 Blade RS Mapdec Cycling Vodcast 2024-07-26 | Jake and I discuss the accusation by Guillaume Martin that he lost at the 2024 Tour de France because his bike was too heavy. We have spent a lot of time wrenching with some of the best road bikes on the market, we have weighed them, ridden them and think we have a few ideas where that weight might or might not be. Link to articles discussed Guillaume Comments on Road.ccroad.cc/content/news/tour-de-france-pro-blames-his-look-bike-poor-performance-309579Pro Bike Weights bikeradar.com/features/tech/2024-tour-de-france-bike-weights
