Lost Dot Podcast: The Transcontinental, Trans Pyrenees, and Accursed Race.

TCRNo10 // Finish

 

It’s the day of the Finisher’s Party and the Race is on for riders still making their way to Istanbul. The finish line is abuzz with anticipation as the Media Team and spectators wait to see who will be the last to remain in the General Classification. As the tenth edition of the Transcontinental Race draws to a close everyone reflects on the past decade of racing. 

Catch up on the voices and soundscapes of TCRNo10 with our daily podcast episodes available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 15

 

The day before the Finishers Party sees riders pushing hard to remain in General Classification. The Media Team is on hand to speak to the consistent flow of finishers arriving in Istanbul, and hear from their library of stories. From TCR veterans to those who have just completed the Race for the first time, hear sights and sounds of the TCRNo10 Finish as they celebrate this incredible achievement. 

 

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 14

 

Hear the stories of the physical and emotional highs and lows from riders straight off of the finish line. Expectant loved ones wait at the Finish while riders grow nearer and nearer to the culmination of their two-week long adventures. Fresh but already sentimental, riders recount their journeys for our TCR Race Reporters and for your listening enjoyment.

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 13

 

With the full TCR Media Team in Istanbul, it’s a chance to capture even more stories from riders as they conclude their TCRNo10 journeys. Joy and relief are abundant, especially with a surprise proposal at the finish line!

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 12

Day 12 at TCRNo10 and Gereon Tewes (295a) and Sherry Cardona (295b) seize a second consecutive victory as fastest Pair. The number of Finishers continues to grow and the TCR Media Team is on hand to find out what has happened in the ~4000km since Roubaix. Race Reporter Hannah Larbalestier interviews riders as they embark on the final leg of their journeys through Türkiye. Bursary rider Aiperi Bakirova (293) begins a special journey to Istanbul and David Ayre reflects on the mood at the finish line as the party approaches.  

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 11

 

Day 11 sees more celebrations in Istanbul, and we hear from the riders rounding out the top 10. Race Reporter Emma Cole catches up with Finishers who have had some rest and are starting to unpack the experiences of the last few weeks. Jana Kesenheimer (010) cements her position as fastest woman at TCRNo10 and receives a warm and well-deserved welcome at the Finish line. Further back, Control Car 2 hears from riders who are hoping to reach the end of their journeys soon. With a tough headwind and some last-minute mechanicals to contend with, there are plenty of reminders that the Race isn’t over until it’s over. 

 

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 09

Day 10 at TCRno10 and a missed turn in the final 500m shakes up the final podium positions. Our team at the finish line get a front seat to events as they unfold, and friends and family waiting at the Finish lend an inside perspective on the riders arriving in Istanbul. On the Finish Parcours, Race Reporter Hannah Larbalestier breaks down the Race for the final top-ten spots whilst Race Coordinator Andrew Phillips gives a detailed overview of the route into the city. Jana Kesenheimer (010) continues to hold as fastest woman through Northern Turkey and leading Pair Gereon Tewes (295a) and Sherry Cardona (295b) are not far behind.

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 09

It’s Day 9 at TCRNo10 and Race leader Robin Gemperle (002) is making his way over the final parcours to where friends and family await at the finish. Race Reporter Emma Cole gets the inside scoop on the moment everyone has been waiting for since Roubaix. Jana Kesenheimer (010) continues her cool-headed ride as she approaches CP4 having crossed the Dardanelles Strait into Asia. No matter how close the riders get to the Finish, it doesn’t get any easier. The Race is taking its toll on bodies and minds, and we hear from riders as they engage in a battle of wills to make it to Istanbul. 

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 08

 

The team in Control Car 2 set the scene on the challenging Parcours 4 as more riders begin to take on its unpaved roads. Race Reporter Emma Cole talks to Abdullah Zeinab (021) and Christoph Strasser (001) about their experiences on the segment and their plans for the closing stage of the Race. Control Car 1 heads east pursuing stories from the front. Fastest woman Jana Kesenheimer (010) approaches the Turkish border and we hear from riders as they start to imagine what awaits in Istanbul. 

5 mins with komoot

This episode ends with a special segment brought to you by Race Partner @komoot as Media Manager Taylor Doyle is joined by Jonathan Kambskard-Bennett, Community Manager for the route planning and navigation app. Jonathan lends his personal perspective as a past TCR participant, as well as discussing the helpful resources provided by the komoot TCR Collections for dot-watchers and riders alike. 

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike

TCRNo10 // Day 07

The Race at the front isn't the only thing heating up, as riders across the continent contend with the rising temperatures. The leading riders mark a milestone as they begin racing in Asia for the first time on TCRNo10. Race Reporter Emma Cole is on hand to interview Robin Gemperle (002) and Abdullah Zeinab (021) as they cross the waters of the Dardanelles Strait. Race Reporter Hannah Larbalestier captures a sentimental story in the Balkans and we hear reflections from some who were also involved in the Accursed Race earlier this year. Race Coordinator Andrew Phillips explains the temporary weekend diversion in Kosovo at CP3. Gereon Tewes (295a) and Sherry Cardona (295b), the winning Pair of TCRNo9 and the leaders of this year’s Pairs category give their insights on the Race so far. 

Follow along with the 10th edition of the Transcontinental Race; the self-supported bicycle race across Europe. With daily episodes released, hear the stories from the road from Roubaix all the way to Istanbul.

 

 Produced by Iain Broome

 

 #BeMoreMike