446 Watts vs. Broken Chains: Flanders Preview & Gravel Disasters
APR 1, 202696 MIN
446 Watts vs. Broken Chains: Flanders Preview & Gravel Disasters
APR 1, 202696 MIN
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<p>It's Holy Week in cycling! We're breaking down the massive results from Gent-Wevelgem (In Flanders Fields) and E3 Saxo Classic as we build hype for the biggest race of the spring: The Tour of Flanders (De Ronde). Can anyone stop the dominance of Mathieu van der Poel now that Tadej Pogačar is back in the mix?</p><p>Closer to home, Pat recap his dramatic "race" at Heaven of The South gravel, involving a snapped chain, Old School mechanical fixes, and a 40-mile Zone 3 sufferfest. We also discuss 1x vs 2x gearing and Pat's upcoming "Isolation Training Camp" at The Forge in Lewiston, Idaho.</p><p><strong>Tonight's Prologue (Brought to you by Big Barn Brewing):</strong> What is a mechanical failure that you recall pulling and knew better beforehand? (Hint: Pat fried a Roomba with a hose.)</p><p><strong>Headlines (Brought to you by Thomas Hammer Coffee):</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Gent-Wevelgem:</strong> The MVDP/WvA breakaway that almost won. Jasper Philipsen saves the day for Alpecin.</li><li><strong>E3 Saxo Classic:</strong> MVDP's insane 446-watt solo attack. Are the "Big Three" untouchable?</li><li><strong>Volta a Catalunya:</strong> Vingegaard’s Monastic Dominance. Does anyone have a chance at the Giro/Tour double?</li><li><strong>Flanders Preview:</strong> The return of Pogačar and the Visma injury crisis.</li></ul><p>Finally, we close with a special <strong>Broom Wagon Trivia</strong> segment: A Generational Battle pitting Paul (Retro) against Jackson (Modern).</p><p>Tune in for another round of cycling banter, analysis, and a post-ride beer with friends (and one asshole).</p>