This week we talk about winter riding chaos, 3 punctures in 3 days, the future of Garmin’s rumored “Circa” device (a Whoop competitor?), and Cannondale starting direct-to-consumer sales in Germany.🌧️ After weeks of freezing January rides, Prague finally warmed up… only to bring rain and sharp winter road debris. Jan had three tubeless punctures in one weekend and we go deep into: • Tubeless vs clincher debate • Sealant performance (Muc-Off affiliate below 👇) • Hookless vs hooked rims • Why some rims refuse to seat tires • Winter road debris destroying fast tires🛒 Muc-Off affiliate link (if you want to support the channel):https://mucoff.sjv.io/xLBaNO(It doesn’t cost you anything extra ❤️)We also discuss:🚲 Cannondale now selling direct-to-consumer in GermanyIs this the end of local bike shops?What happens to dealers?Why brands like Canyon were always cheaper⌚ Garmin “Circa” – a Whoop killer?We break down: • Whoop vs Garmin vs Apple Watch • Recovery tracking • HRV & sleep data • Garmin Connect vs Intervals vs Whoop software • Do you really need all this data? • Training based on vibes vs structured plansPlus: • Zone 2 training philosophy • Indoor vs outdoor load • Why Garmin always calls you “unproductive” 😅 • RCT Studio merch updateDrop your thoughts below:Would you buy a Garmin Whoop competitor?Are direct-to-consumer bike brands good or bad for cycling?#RCTShow #CyclingPodcast #Garmin #Whoop #Tubeless #Cannondale #DirectToConsumer #Zone2Training #WinterCycling #CyclingLife #BikeTech #RecoveryTracking #GarminCirca #CyclingNews #RoadCycling