Dialed Cycling Podcast #360 - Recap

Saddle Up for a Ride of Stories, Sweat, and Shenanigans

If you're a cyclist, a triathlete, or just someone who enjoys a solid laugh between gear changes, The Dialed Podcast is your golden ticket to entertainment with a side of endurance. In episode 360, the crew brings the perfect blend of professional insight, comedic chaos, and deep love for all things two-wheeled. With a tone that blends the humor of Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs and the casual banter of your best riding buddies, this episode hits harder than a sprint finish.

Episode 360 isn't just another podcast installment. It's a vibe check for every cyclist wondering if they're the only one peeing every 30 minutes on muscle relaxers, forgetting how to corner on a gravel bike, or wondering if their kid's swim breaks are leading them to Olympic ruin.

Let’s break it down like a bad crash in the final K.

Meet the Crew: More Characters Than a Soap Opera

The hosts? Legends (in their own minds). Jake von Duering, Matt LeGrand, Lance Heppler, and Ian Gibson serve up raw banter, real talk, and race recaps that make you feel like you're in the peloton yourself. From dad jokes to deep dives into training pain, the chemistry is undeniable. Imagine the Avengers, but replace superpowers with FTP numbers, and you're getting close.

Episode 360 kicks off with the usual flavor of off-the-cuff intros and a few verbal fumbles that only make the crew more lovable. And yes, we even get a surprise appearance from "Champ" and a deep dive into Matt's struggle to differentiate Slack (the work kind) from slack (the riding kind).

Backpedals & Bad Weather: What the Guys Have Been Up To

Ever wonder how the Dialed crew keeps up with their insane schedules, family lives, and cycling commitments? Spoiler alert: It involves a lot of Zwift, missed outdoor rides, and questionable warm-ups before races.

Matt, for example, is still grinding through his indoor cycling streak, barely aware of what day he's on, proving that commitment sometimes means pedaling in place—literally.

Meanwhile, Lance and Ian tackle the infamous Michael Myers Memorial Time Trial, where Ian snagged an age group win and Lance forgot what a proper warm-up felt like. But hey, what's a race without a few chaos points, right?

Jake? Our fearless leader? He had every intention of joining the gravel ride but didn’t even get to touch his bike that day. Classic Jake. We see you, man. You're doing your best.

Michael Myers Memorial Time Trial: Rain, Grit, and a Whole Lotta Spray Paint

One of the highlights? The recap of the Michael Myers Memorial Time Trial. Despite less-than-perfect conditions and a drop in participant numbers, the community vibes and teammate camaraderie shined like a clean chain in the sun. Volunteers showed up, course prep happened in the rain, and team support was next-level.

Also, shoutout to local favorite Chris Hitchcock for heckling Lance mid-race. True friendship is roasting your buddy post-TT effort.

Testosterone, Tactics, and Troll Hunts

Lance and Ian's two-man breakaway ride around Sauvie Island was basically a speed-date on wheels. 23.5 mph average, 300 watts, and yet—still slower than a big group. The takeaway? Drafting works. Physics matters. And solo effort doesn’t stand a chance against 60 hyped roadies.

That didn't stop them from naming it the "Troll Hunting Ride." Why? We still don’t know. Ask Lance.

New SRAM Transmission Drops: Wallet-Friendly Innovation?

Cycling tech geeks, listen up. Lance previews SRAM’s new mechanical transmission system—yep, mechanical—and it's a jaw-dropper. No more derailleur hangers, direct-mount innovation, and shockingly low pricing (hello, $680 complete drivetrain!). Even better? New brake systems using mineral oil and coming with bleed kits.

Lance rode them at Rocky Point and gives a hands-on take. It's everything you need to feel like a shop insider without the snarky mechanic glaring at you.

If you’ve been on the fence about upgrading your drivetrain, this might just knock you off (in a good way).

Garmin’s New AI (Or Should We Say, "Active Intelligence") Subscription

Matt deep-dives into Garmin's new Connect Plus, a subscription that sounds suspiciously like Strava with extra steps. Priced at $7/month or $70/year, it gives you more data, a sprinkle of AI-generated insight (err, Active Intelligence), and some extra badges you didn’t ask for.

Is it worth it? Maybe. But if Garmin tries to gatekeep your own heart rate data, we riot.

Gear Talk: Are High-End Bike Parts Really Worth It?

The team takes a detour into cycling economics. Why do retired dentists have nicer bikes than most Cat 1 racers? Is that $3,000 drivetrain worth it for someone who doesn’t know what normalized power is?

Short answer: You do you. But maybe, just maybe, don’t starve your kids to afford a new Pinarello.

Listener Questions: Racing Motivation & Pricey Toys

Our favorite part? EPO Chain Mail. This week’s listener asks how to stay motivated when races get canceled or moved.

The answer: Strava KOM hunting, destination racing, flogging rides, and focusing on personal FTP goals. Or just show up and crush some local rides. Nothing keeps the stoke high like an ego-boosting group ride.

Another listener question asks if brands are designing high-end gear just for pros and pricing us peasants out. The consensus? Yes. And no. Kinda. Depends. (Aka, cycling's favorite answer.)

A Monumental Finish: Milan-San Remo Recap

The final stretch of the episode brings us to the iconic Milan-San Remo. Breakaways, big moves, and Pogacar doing Pogacar things. Vanderpoel wins it in beast mode, and the crew breaks it down with the perfect combo of awe and trash talk.

If you didn’t watch it already, do it. Then come back and listen to these guys dissect every tactical nuance like caffeinated DSs.

The Verdict: A Must-Listen Episode for Any Cyclist With a Pulse

Episode 360 isn’t just a recap. It’s a living, breathing, pedaling testimony to why the cycling community rocks. Between the tech drops, training talk, ride recaps, and podium roasts, you get an episode that hits all the right gears.

Whether you’re riding indoors, commuting, or lounging in compression socks, this podcast deserves a place in your rotation. It entertains, informs, and makes you feel like you’re part of the crew.

Final Push: Don’t Just Read This—Listen In

Tune in to Episode 360 of The Dialed Podcast to hear the full story, all the unfiltered jokes, and the passionate rants only true cyclists can deliver. Available wherever you get your podcasts.