Over The Top Cycling

The second report from Chris Bagg who's in Kona supporting his amazing wife Amy Van Tassel. Chris gives us his insight into the pro race as well as an update on Amy's progress. We'll have a full post race report with Chris and Amy tomorrow.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chris Bagg checks in from a Kona beach with an update on the Ironman World Championships taking place in Hawaii! Racers are nearing the end of the bike leg and we'll check back with Chris when the run is underway.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ian Boswell checks in from Bend, OR where he's visiting family, relaxing, mountain bike riding, hunting and reacquainting himself with Oregon microbrews!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vic Armijo joins us to discuss the recent World Endurance Mountain Bike Organization (WEMBO) Solo 24 Hour Championships  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kiel Reijnen joins us for the first of our new show. Topic for discussion is the transition of moving from a Continental to World Tour team and the logistics of a move to Europe  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2015 WEMBO 24 Hour Mountain Bike World Champion Sonya Looney joins us to discuss her experiences at the recent event!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Team Sky's Ian Boswell checks in from the team bus following the second of his final three races of the season. Yesterday's event went well while today's cold, rain and sprint finish caused a mass exodus from the race. Ian's final race of the year - Lombardia - takes place Sunday.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We visit today with entrepreneur Mark Gonglach who we met at Interbike. Gonglach came up with the idea for a vibrating foam roller. Since building his first prototype a few years ago, the product has gone through six iterations and is ready to go to production. Rolling Forward is on Kickstarter and should be released to the public by March 2016  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mick Walsh offers his thoughts on the experiences he enjoyed as a spectator during the Men's Elite Road Race. As a former Irish National Team member, Walsh was pulling for both the US team as well as his countrymen. He was not let down!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Race Announcer Dave Towle joins us following the Elite Men's Road Race with his take on the day as well as his thoughts regarding the Women's Elite Road Race, the U23s and Juniors as well. Dave offers excellent, one of a kind insight!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mick Walsh checks in from Richmond, VA following the Women's Elite Road Race to fill us in on both the race and spectator activities. Mick travelled from Seattle and is having a great time!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lee Kallman - Marketing and Communications Director Richmond 2015 - joins us for a quick chat. With excellent courses and enthusiastic crowds, the UCI World Championships have been a great success to this point! The organizers are looking forward to the Elite Women's and Men's Road Races this weekend.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Legendary race announcer Dave Towle is having a blast announcing from Libby Hill. He checks in to discuss what it's like to be associated with the UCI World Championships.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Timmy Duggan arrived in Richmond late last night. He checks in with some thoughts on previous races and what's coming up. We also discuss the replacement on the US Elite Women's Team which was announced yesterday.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We visit with Ian today to discuss what it's like to get mentally 'up' for events following something as big as a Grand Tour. The planning, preparation, training...achieving a long time goal. How does one get the focus back for more 'regular' events?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kiel Reijnen joins us for an in depth discussion of the team time trial including tactics, communication and strategy.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk all things Interbike with Michael touching on the new and or improved products that he found most innovative.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 2012 Timmy Duggan won the US Pro National Championship and was selected to both the US Olympic Road Team and US World's Road Team. Following his retirement, Timmy has remained active in US Cycling and is now a member of the World's Selection Committee. Timmy joins us for part 1 of our series focusing on the 2015 UCI World Championships. Timmy talks about the selection process, criteria and building a team.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mick Walsh led the field to just outside the turnaround at Eureka, NV. He was feeling great and holding his position until a knee injury caused him to withdraw. He's focusing on the positives - for example: minimal stomach issues and strong fitness following his run in with a vehicle last June 25th. Though the race didn't turn out as Mick had hoped he turned in a solid performance nonetheless.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mick Walsh (Houndstooth Racing Endurance) phones in from Reno on the ever of the 2015 Silver State 508. Mick was in fantastic shape following Elite PAC Tour in May. However, he was struck by a car June 25 which kept him off the bike until July 25. He's been working his way back to form and hopes to better his time from last year. We'll attempt to connect with Mick from the bike via his Cardo Unit a few times during the race so please stay tuned!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.