Lost Dot Podcast: The Transcontinental, Trans Pyrenees, and Accursed Race.

MAR 27, 2025

<div>In this episode of Women Who Race, we sit down with ultra-distance cyclist Jana Kesenheimer to talk about her journey from her first race at the Three Peaks Bike Race in 2020 to becoming the fastest woman at TCRNo10, finishing an incredible 13th overall. We reflected on her path into ultra-cycling, and how she knew she was ready to take on TCR. We also discuss the balance between racing and everyday life, her work as a psychology researcher, and what it means to her to inspire others through racing. With the 11th edition of the Transcontinental Race fast approaching, we’re aiming for 100 women and FLINTA riders on the start line this year — a huge leap from last year’s 41. Applications are open again for a short window until Sunday, April 6th, so if you’re thinking about it, now’s the time! You can apply at <a href="https://www.lostdot.cc/race/tcrno11">https://www.lostdot.cc/race/tcrno11</a>, under the Register tab. If you’d like to get involved as a volunteer, applications are open until the end of March. We’re looking for at-home volunteers for TCR, and on-race and at-home volunteers for TPR. Click the link below, and navigate to the Register tab. Apply to volunteer on TCR: <a href="https://www.lostdot.cc/race/tcrno11">https://www.lostdot.cc/race/tcrno11</a> Apply to volunteer on TPR: <a href="https://www.lostdot.cc/race/tprno5">https://www.lostdot.cc/race/tprno5</a> If you’re interested in seeing the Transcontinental Race film, head to <a href="https://bikefilmtour.eu">https://bikefilmtour.eu</a> for more information and screening dates. Want to join our Women Who Race WhatsApp community, where we share advice, organise meetups, and support each other in preparing for ultra-distance races? Drop us an email at tcr@lostdot.cc for an invite. We hope Jana’s story inspires you to take on your own big challenge — whatever that might be. Enjoy the episode! Music by Yessica Woahneil: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QGkIoZ2AdjTPKip4Osiim">https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QGkIoZ2AdjTPKip4Osiim</a> </div>

48 MIN

FEB 8, 2025

Women Who Race // Ep.4 Fiona Kolbinger

<div>A special series spotlighting the women in Lost Dot races. Join Taylor as she sits down with Fiona Kolbinger, who made history in 2019 with her overall victory at TCRNo7. We dive headlong into racing strategy, and Fiona shares advice for preparing for a race like the Trans Pyrenees Race, where she finished in 7th place and was first woman across the line. We also delve into how Fiona got into ultra-racing in the first place, and hear her philosophy on the narrowing gender gap in ultra-distance cycling. Applications for TPRNo5 close Sunday 9th February, and we hope this episode might inspire you to take to the start line yourself! Produced by Iain Broome Music by Yessica Woahneil: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QGkIoZ2AdjTPKip4Osiim">https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QGkIoZ2AdjTPKip4Osiim</a> Applications for Trans Pyrenees Race No4: <a href="http://lostdot.cc/tpr">lostdot.cc/tpr</a> Applications to volunteer on Transcontinental Race No11: <a href="http://lostdot.cc/tcr">lostdot.cc/tcr</a> Interested in joining our women’s/FLINTA WhatsApp community, for ultra-distance curious folk? Email us at <a href="mailto:tcr@lostdot.cc">tcr@lostdot.cc</a>, and we’ll share an invite.</div>

41 MIN

OCT 6, 2024

TPRNo4 POD | Day 9

<div>Follow the fourth edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 2000KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from Girona to the Bay of Biscay and back again with the TPRNo4 Podcast from Lost Dot. Day 9 Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome Race Reporters: Stuart Downie and Tom Probert</div>

20 MIN

OCT 5, 2024

TPRNo4 POD | Day 8

<div>Follow the fourth edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 2000KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from Girona to the Bay of Biscay and back again with the TPRNo4 Podcast from Lost Dot. This episode captures the emotions, victories, and reflections of riders on the day before the much anticipated Finishers’ Party. Pedals turn faster, if possible, under the promise of a sunny Girona waiting at the end of the Finish Parcours, as some finish off the Raid once and for all. Our Race Reporters are there to capture the sound of their arrival, when riders are finally able to switch off and call it a day, or, a little over a week in this case. Hear their reactions straight from the finish line in today’s episode of the TPR podcast. Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome Race Reporters: Stuart Downie and Tom Probert</div>

23 MIN

OCT 4, 2024

TPRNo4 POD | Day 7

<div>Follow the fourth edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 2000KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from Girona to the Bay of Biscay and back again with the TPRNo4 Podcast from Lost Dot. TPRNo4 fastest woman, Fiona Kolbinger (004), has made it back to Girona after a gruelling battle through the rain overnight. Day seven dawns and the weather seems to smarten up, as the dampened spirits of riders across the field begin to dry out. Hear from those at different stages in their journeys along the home stretch—even if it doesn’t feel so close yet. We end the episode with Molly Weaver (009) rolling into the Finish, hear her immediate reflections on this day 7 episode. Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome Race Reporters: Stuart Downie and Tom Probert</div>

24 MIN

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