The Domestiques

Is cycling in Australia in a good place?

The Domestiques ask the question to Graham Seers, a former professional cyclist and Olympian, and now General Manager, Club Development for AusCycling.

All is not what it may seem.

Matilda shares her experiences competing in Australia’s premier gravel race and listen to why Sarah Gigante chooses to race off-road during the off season. And also we discuss some big life events.

We also go into the salaries of the big-name professionals, the transfer market is heating up, the 2025 Tour de France is released and the farewell race for Mark Cavendish.

It’s all here on The Domestiques.

In this episode of The Domestiques, a real treat!

Acclaimed Eurosport commentator, Carlton Kirby, is our special guest.

Hear what makes him tick.

His deep love and passion for world cycling.

Why he is so emotional when calling races?

And there’s his unique commentary style that draws a beloved global listening audience.

So many stories.

So many anecdotes.

Some yarns have never been told.

Carlton Kirby uncovered on The Domestiques.

Don’t miss it!

The Domestiques are thrilled to be joined by EF-Education Pro Cycling personality Harry Sweeny, on his YouTube cooking channel, living with Autism, and being a part of the last Golden Development era in Australian Cycling.

And what really happened to force the cancellation of the Bowral Classic?

The Domestiques is in support of Movember, with Black Sheep Cycling donating 1% of all their sales to increasing the awareness of Men's Mental Health and research into cancer. Thank you also to Marsh insurance. To find Harry's Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@HarrySweeny98

And Movember https://au.movember.com/support-us/challenges/dirty-warrny-ride

Today's episode is a very special one. Not only do we wrap up the final Monument of 2024, but it's also the first in a series of episodes partnering with Movember. Suicide is the leading cause of death in men aged 15 to 54 years. In Australia, 3 in 4 suicides are men. 1 in 5 Aussie men will receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer in their lifetime. Testicular cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men aged between 15 and 34 in Australia. Here at the Domestiques, we want to help do something about this, and we are partnering with Movember for the next month. Check on your mates, check yourself; for more information, click the link below. Don't forget that Black Sheep is now donating 1% of all proceeds to Movember as part of their Do Good Program.

https://au.movember.com/support-us/challenges/dirty-warrny-ride

The latest episode of The Domestiques is dedicated to the UCI Road World Championships and the performances of the Australian podium success at Zürich 2024.

The team dissects the gold medal ride from the man, the myth, the legend - Tadej Pogačar.

And we haven’t forgotten the outstanding year enjoyed by Grace Brown.

Three-time Australian national champion Luke Plapp joins us from his Girona base where he reveals his future plans and ambitions.

It’s a packed episode from the best podcast dedicated to world cycling.

The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Marsh Insurance

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The Domestiques pays tribute to the Aussie domination at La Vuelta. Ben O'Connor, Jay Vine, and Kaden Groves all appeared on the podium of the final Grand Tour of the year as Primoz Roglic silenced the doubters by claiming La Vuelta number 4. The team discussed the inspirational endurance journey of Lachlan Morton who is attempting to circumnavigate Australia on a bicycle. And the women’s peloton is in for a shakeup as the end of the season nears. Plenty to digest. Lots to unpack as the Aussies take centre stage in this episode of The Domestiques.

The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Marsh Insurance - and Bicycle Network.

"Let's go you good thing!” That’s the call as The Domestiques urge on Aussie hope Ben O’Connor to victory at La Vuelta. With a brutal week remaining, and the shadow of Primoz Roglic looming, the team assesses what may or may not happen. Tils shares her debut commentary television experience to a national audience. You may be surprised what goes on behind the scenes in the wee-small hours. And “Hollywood” has his say at where the return of the Herald-Sun Tour should be held in 2025. Lots to unpack in the latest edition of The Domestiques!

This week on The Domestiques the team is graced by the appearance of Australia’s super coach, Tim Decker. The driving force behind the world record and Olympic gold medal performances in the men’s teams pursuit in Paris. Tim explains how he drives his riders to success. What are his methods, secret, skill set and the future? The Matthew Richardson defection is explored and can Ben O’Connor wear red all the way to the Vuelta finish line in Madrid? A fascinating episode of the world’s best cycling podcast.

The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Marsh Insurance

We catch-up with former Australian Champion and Lidl Trek rider Brodie Chapman to break down the TDFF. The highs and lows of Le Tour, SD-Worx tactics, and what is being labled as the greatest GC stage of all time. We talk about the progression in women's cycling and the challenge of racing the Summer of Cycling. All that and more in a special edition of The Domestiques.

The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Marsh Insurance