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by Josh Montgomery & Greg Tieke
Join Greg & Josh as they share their journey from recreational riders to racers as cyclists. Each episode, we dive deep into the realities of balancing full-time jobs, busy lives, and a passion for cycling. Tune in every Sunday for insights on training, racing strategies, and advice from special guests—all while answering your burning questions in our Q&A segments. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just getting started, we’ve got you covered with practical tips to elevate your cycling game without sacrificing your day-to-day life.
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- 2 weeks ago1h 1m
I Made My Own Cycling Drink Mix for a Year — Was It Worth It?
Are expensive cycling drink mixes actually worth the money? After spending hundreds of dollars on sports nutrition, I decided to make my own cycling drink mix using maltodextrin, fructose, and electrolytes. The result? A homemade drink mix that costs me around $1.50 per bottle—and could save me hundreds of dollars a year. In this episode, Greg and I break down the real cost of popular cycling drink mixes from brands like SiS, Skratch Labs, Tailwind, and Formula 369, and compare them to makin...
- Oct 8, 20261h 7m
The Best Bike Saddles RANKED by a Professional Bike Fitter
What's the best bike saddle—and are expensive 3D-printed saddles actually worth the money? Choosing a cycling saddle can be incredibly confusing. Width, shape, padding, cutouts, short noses, traditional foam, 3D-printed lattices—and prices ranging from under $100 to more than $400. So instead of simply reviewing a handful of saddles, we brought in someone who works with them every day. Professional bike fitter Eric Peters joins us again to explain what cyclists should actually look for when c...
- Sep 17, 20261h 14m
Bike Hubs Explained: What to Know Before Buying Carbon Wheels
You might spend thousands on carbon wheels without understanding the component that determines their reliability, engagement and long-term serviceability: the hub. Cyclists obsess over rim depth, aerodynamics, weight and freehub sound—but what’s actually happening inside a bicycle hub? And could a premium carbon wheel from brands like Zipp, Roval, ENVE, Reserve or Hunt still be built around a hub you’ll eventually regret? In this episode, Josh and Greg are joined by Andreas France, resident...
- Sep 3, 20261h 30m
The Unwritten Rules of Cycling Group Rides
What are the unwritten rules of a cycling group ride? And what do you need to know before joining a fast group ride for the first time? In this episode, we sit down with Joe Carver, leader of one of Midwest's fastest group rides to break down cycling group ride etiquette, common mistakes, and the things experienced cyclists know that newer riders often have to learn the hard way. We talk about how to ride safely in a group, where to position yourself in the pack, when to pull, how to commun...
- Aug 4, 20261h 27m
Bike Mechanics Reveal 10 Used Bike Red Flags
Buying a used road bike can save you thousands of dollars—or cost you thousands if you don't know what to look for. Before you buy a used Specialized, Trek, Cervélo, Canyon, Cannondale, Giant, Pinarello, Scott, BMC, Factor, or any high-end road bike, watch this episode first. This week we're joined by Michael and Andreas from Reser Bicycle, two professional bicycle mechanics who have repaired and serviced thousands of bikes. They share the biggest mistakes cyclists make when buying used bikes...
- Jul 9, 20261h 21m
We Compared ChatGPT, TrainerRoad & a Cycling Coach. Here's What We Learned.
Everyone has an opinion about the best way to train for cycling. Some swear by a coach. Others say TrainerRoad is all you'll ever need. And now more and more cyclists are asking the same question... Can ChatGPT actually build a training plan that's just as good? Instead of guessing, we spent an entire race season finding out. We trained with ChatGPT for nearly a year. We spent a full year working with a cycling coach in 2025. We also completed 5+ months using TrainerRoad. Then we sat down and...
- Jun 26, 20261h 0m
Cycling With a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM): Worth It?
Are continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) worth it for endurance athletes? Or are they just another expensive trend? After hearing that professional athletes have used continuous glucose monitors to optimize their fueling (and that they're no longer allowed during races), we wanted to find out for ourselves. So we each wore a CGM for a month during training and everyday life to answer one question: Can tracking your glucose actually help you become a faster cyclist? Over the course of our experi...
- Jun 11, 20261h 4m
The Maintenance Mistakes That Are Slowing You Down
Are you losing speed because of simple maintenance mistakes? In this episode, we sit down with Sean Lundrigan, Service Manager at Trek Fort Wright, bike mechanic and racer to discuss the biggest bike maintenance mistakes cyclists make without even realizing it. Many riders spend thousands of dollars chasing upgrades, deeper wheels, lighter bikes, and electronic shifting when the reality is they may be losing free speed because of poor bike maintenance, drivetrain inefficiency, or overlooked...
About Bespoke Endurance: Cycling Podcast
Join Greg & Josh as they share their journey from recreational riders to racers as cyclists. Each episode, we dive deep into the realities of balancing full-time jobs, busy lives, and a passion for cycling. Tune in every Sunday for insights on training, racing strategies, and advice from special guests—all while answering your burning questions in our Q&A segments. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just getting started, we’ve got you covered with practical tips to elevate your cycling game without sacrificing your day-to-day life.
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