From Gravel Grooves to Paris-Tours

Dutch Marianne Vos celebrates as she crosses the finish line to win the women elite race at the UCI World Gravel Championships, in Leuven on October 5, 2024. (Photo by JASPER JACOBS / Belga / AFP) / Belgium OUT (Photo by JASPER JACOBS/Belga/AFP via Getty Images)

The latest SBS Cycling Podcast explores the growing trend of gravel cycling, highlighting its appeal due to its freedom and safety compared to traditional road cycling. The episode also discusses Paris-Tours, Luke Rowe's move to DS, and previewing the upcoming Il Lombardia race.


In the latest episode of the SBS Cycling Podcast, Dave McKenzie and Christophe Mallet explore the rising trend of gravel cycling. They discuss the recent World Gravel Championships in Belgium, highlighting the participation of cycling legends like Marianne Vos and Mathieu van der Poel, and delve into why gravel cycling is gaining popularity, emphasising the freedom and safety it offers compared to traditional road cycling.

Additionally, the podcast touches on exciting transfer news, including Luke Rowe’s move to Decathlon as a director sportif.

As the cycling season winds down, Christophe and Macka preview the upcoming Il Lombardia race, with reigning world champion Tadej Pogacar in the spotlight.


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