Over The Top Cycling

As Sarah prepares for the most foot of climb per mile stage of RAAM, we check in with Laurel Darren-Simmons on Sarah's progress to this point.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mark Pattinson joins us on the finish stage to talk about his experiences during the 2017 Race Across America. Photo by Vic Armijo  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Race Across America 2017 Men's Solo Champion Christoph Strasser joins us for a post race discussion about RAAM, preparation, recovery and motivation. Photo by Vic Armijo  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah Cooper's coach contacted the crew asking that Sarah be given a 3 hour sleep break rather than her regular 90 minutes. Crew member Laurel Darren-Simmons checks in with the reasoning behind the suggestion, how the crew is able to limit Sarah's time off the bike during sleep breaks, how edema has been managed and much more! Photo by Eric Roccasecca  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laurel Darren-Simmons checks in from the auxiliary vehicle as Sarah rolls through Illinois. Indiana is the goal by Bloomington, IN is the goal by sunrise. While Sarah may be feeling some fatigue and soreness, she continues to maintain both a positive and competitive attitude as she begins her push to the finish.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During the wee hours of this morning, Sarah Cooper crossed the Mississippi River into Illinois. Sarah talks about how meaningful it has been to have young girls coming to the course and time stations to cheer her on, the importance of her family arriving at her few extended sleep breaks, the difficulty of the event and her toughness to continue.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laurel Darren-Simmons checks in from the team auxiliary vehicle as Sarah Cooper closes in on TS 34 Washington, MO. Sarah's respiratory issues are clearing up and she appears poised to race to the finish. Photo by Pamela Anne Ferguson  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lisa Tuminello and Amy Charity run Grinta Cycling Camps based out of Steamboat Springs, CO. Lisa joins us to discuss the upcoming junior, women's and ultra endurance camps.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

John Hughes and Bryce Walsh with the conclusion to our 3 part series Six Factors to Successful Cycling.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bryce Walsh joins Coach John Hughes for Part 2 of our discussion on the six factors for successful cycling!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

D Curve's CEO and Founder Andrew Strauss joins us to discuss what it was like to give up a secure job to take the risk of beginning the helmet and eyewear company D Curve. Andrew talks about some of the unexpected tasks that come with starting your own company as well as the drive to succeed.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Larry Optis joins us to discuss his recent fundraiser for Jack.org raising awareness for youth mental health.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Team Sky's Ian Boswell just finished off a great week at the Amgen Tour of California taking 5th overall. Boswell joins us with a recap of his week of racing.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cycling Coach John Hughes is joined by Training Peaks VP Bryce Walsh in our 3 part series of factors which will help you become a better cyclist. Part 1 focuses on Planning and Training.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Michaela Kiersch is an incredible athlete who's mature beyond her 22 years! US National Climbing Championships begin this afternoon. In preparation the DePaul undergrad is studying for upcoming chemistry exams. Join Allen Lim as he and Michaela discuss climbing, chemistry and life in general.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This past December we did a Holiday series with local Colorado companies on 303Radio. I was lucky enough to try out a pair of goggles from Denver based DCurve. DCurve's Andrew Strauss joins us to review the product!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Director Ana Claire joins us to talk about this weekend's performance of Stepping Out!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Neil Shirley joins us to discuss the new Alfa bicycle from Allied Cycle Works!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cycling coach John Hughes joins us to talk about the importance of effective cross training.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cycling coach John Hughes joins us to discuss effective training methods when we're unable to ride outdoors.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.