She Rides

In this episode of She Rides, we go behind the lens with cycling photographer Eloise Mavian. As co-founder of Tornanti CC, she has captured the biggest moments in women's cycling while working in a male-dominated field. She shares how she built her career, the challenges of breaking into pro cycling, and why earning the trust of riders is her greatest achievement. We also dive into the latest race action with a review of Nokere Koerse and Milano-Sanremo, plus a preview of the upcoming women's classics. Tune in for a unique perspective on the sport!

In this episode of She Rides, hosts Saar De Reu and Kristof De Muynck dive into the latest in women's cycling, recapping GP Oetingen and analyzing the key moments from Trofeo Binda. They discuss standout performances, race tactics, and the ongoing challenges with media coverage in women's cycling. Looking ahead, they preview Nokere Koerse and Milano-San Remo, sharing predictions on who could shine. Plus, Saar warns she'll be in full bias mode as Lotte Kopecky returns to racing.

In this episode of She Rides, hosts Saar De Reu and Kristof De Muynck sit down with professional cyclist Julie van de Velde to discuss her unique transition from athletics to cycling, the challenges she faced early in her career, and her breakthrough moments, particularly during the Tour de France Femmes. Julie shares insights about her role in the AG Insurance Soudal team, her experiences with the Belgian national team, and her participation in the Olympic Games. The conversation also touches on the evolution of women's cycling, the importance of team dynamics, race strategy, and the growth of women’s sports. Julie reflects on her journey, the friendships she’s built through cycling, and the importance of safety in the sport. Saar and Kristof also review the strange start to the spring classics before looking ahead to the Strade Bianche.

In this episode of She Rides, Stijn Steels, sportive director at AG Insurance - Soudal, shares his insights into what it really takes to manage a top-level team in women’s cycling. From logistics and race-day tactics to developing young riders and shaping team culture, he explains why being a DS is much more than just calling the shots from the team car.

He also reflects on his own racing career, competing alongside Mark Cavendish, Wout van Aert, and Tim Merlier, and how those experiences now influence his leadership style.

With Milan-San Remo making its debut on the women’s calendar, Stijn discusses his excitement for the race and why he believes AG Insurance - Soudal could play an important role. Plus, we preview the Spring Classics, sharing predictions, key riders to watch, and what to expect as the season is really starting.

With a touch of humor and a focus on AG Insurance - Soudal, this episode offers a fun yet insightful look into the world of women’s cycling.

In this episode, Hélène Hesters shares the story behind her unexpected silver medal in the elimination race at the European Championships last week. She reflects on the pressure and emotions she experienced during the Olympics and how that shaped her performance. Hélène discusses the balance of competing in both road and track cycling, as well as the remarkable DJ choice at the UEC. She puts her brother Cesar in the spotlights, who is almost always overlooked by the media. And makes clear how important the strong bond she shares with both her brothers Jules and Cesar is for her career. From her background in acrogym to her dreams for the future, Hélène explains what a medal at the Championships means to her compared to just participating. We also talk about the impressive Anna Morris, the impact of Sanne Cant’s retirement, and much more.

In this episode of She Rides, hosts Saar and Kristof talk about the World Championships Cyclocross, with Saar sharing her experience attending the race and soaking in the atmosphere. They discuss Lise Revol’s home victory, Lucinda Brand’s disappointment, and Zoe Backstedt’s masterclass performance.

In this episode of She Rides, hosts Saar and Kristof dive into the latest developments in women's cycling, covering everything from the cyclocross season to the exciting return of road racing with the Tour Down Under. They discuss standout rider performances, break down the challenges of the Giro women’s route, and share their thoughts on the World Championships in Rwanda, emphasizing the need for better support for women's cycling. The episode wraps up with a preview of upcoming races, a look ahead to future episodes, and a shoutout to their listeners.