Welcome to the Tacx Turbo Talks! In this series of short but powerful podcasts we connect you to our WorldTour partner teams during the cycling season. You get a nice and unique ‘view’ behind the scenes during the big races and Grand Tours. Have fun listening!
Read moreEF Education First is one of the revelations of this cycling season. What did they change to get this done and what are their hopes for the upcoming Tour de France? We spoke to Peter Schep, the new kid in town, but tipped as one of the key figures for this success.
Read moreIn recent years, Team Jumbo-Visma has taken big steps towards the top of the professional peloton. Last year, the team achieved a neat fourth place in both the Tour de France and the Vuelta a Espana. This year, the team has been considerably strengthened and this is one of the reasons why Primož Roglič is
Read moreThis Sunday, we’re getting ready for one of the most special Monuments: Paris-Roubaix. This race is not only special for the riders and fans, but also for the mechanics. We spoke to Risto Usin, head mechanic of BORA-hansgrohe. How special is this race for him, how does he prepare the bikes for this Classic and what are his special mechanical tricks to conquer the cobbles?
Read moreThis Sunday, one of the most thrilling cobblestone classics is on the menu: the Tour of Flanders. It is one of the five Monuments and the most important cycling race in the world, according to the Flemish. The last edition was won by Niki Terpstra, at the time riding for team Quick Step Cycling. We spoke to the Dutchman about his epic victory and how he succeeded in doing so.
Read moreHer YouTube videos are viewed by thousands of people and almost 15,000 people follow her daily adventures on Instagram. She is only ten years old and has already signed her first professional contract with team Trek-Segafredo. Meet Ruby Isaac.
Read moreThe former 29-year-old world champion and current Dutch champion has ridden bikes since she was just 11 years old. Over the last few years, she has competed amongst the absolute top female cyclists.
Read moreEver heard the story of the first man who virtually rode around the world? And how he decided to quit his job, became a professional cyclist at the age of 53 and rode 100 miles per day for six months on a bike trainer? Well, this is the mind-blowing story of Chris Daniel.
Read moreWe spoke to Anthony Pauwels, physiotherapist and osteopath at the Quick-Step Floors Cycling Team. He talks about his role in the team, massaging, taking care of injuries, mental coaching, the purpose of ice baths and supplying nutrients during a race. All this is explained in the article!
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