The A Line Podcast is at World Champs!

In this episode I catch up with fellow Bristol-based rider Joe Griffiths, he's an absolute hitter in a variety of disciplines and known for his easy going, laid back demeanour. We discuss what makes Joe tick, how he has developed over the years as a rider and he passes on some great advice that both new and old racers can learn from, whether you're racing for fun or World Cup wins.

Also don't forget to keep your listener questions coming in and sign up to the A Line Podcast end of season party, on the first weekend of September!

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In this episode, I speak with Alex Rhodes from Alterra Performance about all things cycling nutrition. Alex is a great athlete, formerly racing Elite Cross Triathlon for GBR, now racing XCO and being a Sports Nutritionist making him the perfect person to discuss sports nutrition. As this topic can be a bit of a minefield we discuss a range of common practices and issues, as well as dispelling some myths/ misconceptions that athletes may have faced. Alex is a qualified nutritionist through the Institute of Performance Nutrition, but please note that the intent of this episode is discussion rather than direct nutritional advice or guidance. If you would like directed nutritional advice or guidance then please reach out to Alex or another suitably qualified professional.

I catch up with Max Gibbons who is an Elite XCO racer for Orbea UK as well as coaching at Real Endurance Coaching. We dive into his journey into the sport as well as how he has developed his career in coaching a range of sports. We discuss common mistakes athletes make, as well as how to get the best out of your training and racing. It is a really interesting conversation that listeners can learn a lot from, whether they're self-coached or working with a coach.

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In this episode, I catch up with Cameron Mason who's an incredibly talented XC and CX racer having success in both sports both Nationally and Internationally. We discuss the path he took, the highs and lows and what his plans are for this season. Cameron also gives some great insight to bike set up, as well as advice for other up-and-coming riders looking to be successful at this level as well.

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In this episode, I chat with Max Suttie, who is an Elite XC racer that competes in all distances but has a special talent for the 12-24 hour races. We chat about how he found a love for this side of the sport and top tips for people looking to try it for the first time. Covering everything from nutrition to bikes and how to keep your pit crew happy for such a long and stressful period!

Max shares some real insights in this episode which both long and short-distance racers can benefit from, as he's rapid over the Olympic distance as well!

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Today I caught up with Nick from Man Down Media, who you'll often see capturing the action at a range of cycling events as well as doing write ups for the XCO Nationals. We discuss how he got into cycling photography and why he loves it so much, as well as getting some advice on gear and top shooting tips for anyone wanting to take some good shots themselves.

Check out Nick's Instagram Man Down Media

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Cameron Orr had an incredible season in 2022, winning the UK XCO National Championships and having solid results at both the European and World Championships. I caught up with him to find out how he's developed himself to become one of the UK's top XC athletes, as well as what he's got planned for this year having signed for the Wilier-Pirelli Factory Team.

As we mention in the show Cameron is looking for a helmet sponsor this season, so if you would like to help support him then please drop him a message on Instagram.

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