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Published 06/12/24
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Published 06/05/24
Today's episode is supported by BIKES ONLINE. Ride More For Less. Bikes Online US Viewers - https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/PyMJoN Bikes Online Australian Viewers - bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/VmMq16 Polygon Tambora G8X US Viewers - bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/DKv95o Polygon Tambora G8X Aus Viewers - bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/GmMzNB POC Helmet - bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/OrM2xG Giro Helmet - bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/k0rDM0 Peak Torque runs his eyes over the new SRAM Red identifying a few...
Published 05/29/24
SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t If money was no object, what wheels would we buy. We do a deep dive into what a premium wheel set looks like in 2024 and of course compare main stream brands to their CCP comrades. Aero bike v Climbing bike might be a 2016 GCN video title, but we go back down the rabbit hole, and we discuss the response to last weeks SRAM Red Launch. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Does The Perfect Wheelset Exists? 14:13 Jesse Chooses His Wheels 22:41 New Reserve...
Published 05/22/24
SRAM launch their new 2024 RED AXS groupset, we breakdown every component, take look at the package as a whole and think about where this sets SRAM up for the future. INEOS are running the classified hub at the Giro, Chris has jumped on a Giant TCR for 2024 and we discuss "that" mechanical at the UCI gravel event in Australia. Chapters 00:30 New SRAM AXS Breakdown 19:25 What's SRAM Overall Plan? 24:47 Karoo Included In AXS Builds 29:25 New SRAM: Price Point 40:20 INEOS Run Classified...
Published 05/15/24
The third wave of Chinese cycling products have arrived, better quality, aero testing and higher prices, what do we think? The Shanghai bike show blows our minds with some new product and brands while Chris makes his gravel debut. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Third Wave Asian Brands 10:08 Comparing Mainstream To Asian 23:02 Shanghai Bike Show Highlights 29:10 Pro Cycling Struggles 33:35 My First Gravel Race 41:10 One Bike To Rule Them All 52:28 Does Shoe Stiffness Matter? Presented By Pillar...
Published 05/08/24
Chris wins a bike race but Jesse isn't so sure it should be a race. We chat about HUGE carb loading and riding a 1x at a climbing event. POC release a new aero helmet that is set to change the helmet landscape and we discuss the importance of 'feel' in a bike review. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:51 Carb Loading Details 08:08 1x For A Climbing Race 10:22 Grand Fondo vs A "RACE" 26:38 New POC Helmet 39:24 Industry Insiders 44:12 Bike Reviews By Feel 53:33 Decathlon Winning 59:15 The Moment for...
Published 05/01/24
New Tech at the biggest Bike Expo in the US, with some controversy around a brand stealing tech. Classified and ENVE partner up while the Decathlon bike sells out. We also break down TrainerRoad's nutrition advice and ask the question, Chris Carb loading and do you need a coach? Trainer Road Podcasts Jesse Is Talking About: https://youtu.be/8pkiFuXDRZA?t=2623 This episode is supported By Pillar Performance www.pillarperformance.shop Use Code: NERO at Checkout 15% Off Chapters 00:00...
Published 04/24/24
Special episodes of the Nero Show featuring the best cycling tech YouTuber on the platform, Shane Miller aka  @gplama . Shane was kind enough to give us his time which gave us a chance to go into everything tech related in the cycling space. This chat has everything from his opinion on up and coming cycling etch to an inside look into how he deals with brands and reviews for his channel. Chapters 00:00 intro 01:06 When Will Cheap Brands Rise? 11:05 How Would Shane Build A Bike In...
Published 04/21/24
SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t The boys discuss the prevalence of TRT on the cycling scene, the demise of the National Crit League in the United States with the missing millions of dollars, and what bikes should you be avoiding in 2024. Chapters: 00:00 intro 00:49 TRT For Good Health 14:29 GCNs Dan Lloyds Journey Back To Health 22:13 Are Modern Cyclists Soft 29:29 NCL Terminated 41:42 Bikes You Should Not Own 56:34 Kit Brands Marketing This episode is supported By Pillar...
Published 04/17/24
SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t The BMC Road Machine gets a re-launch for 2024, so we take a look at how they are trying to sell the endurance bike in 2024. We also get some great sales numbers from a big cycling brand are able to see who is really buying what. A full cycling YouTube recap, with some great local content and pandering along the way. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:35 BMC Launch Endurance Bike 13:27 YouTubes Biggest Panda 24:34 Real World Sales Figures 29:26 ENVE Double...
Published 04/10/24
Endurance bikes have become the forgotten child in the road bike category, so we take a look at some of the best ones going around and ask why are they not hitting the mark. Jesse is getting closer to his first road disc bike, we chat about the build options. SRAM's new groupset is close, what do we want to see. 03:53 We Are Failing At Endurance Bikes 20:19 New SRAM Red Reviews Incoming 26:29 Pillar Performance Experience 31:39 Jesse's Road Disc Bike Build Plan 41:05 New Domestic Cycling...
Published 04/03/24
SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t Factor bikes CEO breakdowns the cost of building a bike, everything from raw materials to how much they spend on marketing, so we go through the details and pick out our talking points. Cam Nicholls has a unique new bike review format and we discuss some cheaper bike computer alternatives. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:25 Cycling Media Hits The Mark 03:00 Why Bikes Cost So Much 23:28 $2M-$5M To Sponsor a Team 31:29 Cam Nicholls Bike Reviews 37:48 Col de...
Published 03/27/24
Mathieu VPD inks a record breaking deal with Cayo bikes that might just change the future of professional cycling. We look at the details and how it might shape the sort going forward. A great subscriber question this week asking us to interpret the terms and phrases from YouTube reviewers. 00:25 MVDP Gets Paid 17:27 Pro Team Kit Failures 21:52 Podium Love In 30:31 Hookless Update 43:00 Sub Q : Understanding Bike Reviews 55:17 Going To Events For "Fun" This episode is supported by Pillar...
Published 03/20/24
Become a Nero Show supporter on Patreon: http://tinyurl.com/5fyfcbzb The Taipei bike show blew us away in 2023, so why are we struggling to get amped about the 2024 edition. TREK have announced they will be reducing their bike models, what does this mean for the road bike line. Chris rides the  @BicycleNetwork  peaks challenge and we ask the question is outside help at a grand condo acceptable. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:25 Taipei Bike Show Let Down 16:26 TREK Reduce Bike Models 28:30 Sniffing...
Published 03/13/24
Giant launched their iconic TCR and we go into every detail. The specifications, who the bike is for, what we think of the launch and ultimately if it's a Nero Approved bike. Subscriber Questions discuss the hype machine that is the S5, and we wouldn't be a cycling media outlet without a discussion of that helmet. Become a Nero Show supporter on Patreon: http://tinyurl.com/5fyfcbzb Pillar Performance : https://pillarperformance.shop Pillar Performance USA/Canada :...
Published 03/06/24
Become a Nero Show supporter on Patreon: http://tinyurl.com/5fyfcbzb Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.com SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t Pillar Performance : https://pillarperformance.shop Pillar Performance USA/Canada : https://thefeed.com/pillar Use Code NERO at checkout for 15% 00: 00 intro 00:25 Hookless Crisis Point 16:08 Opening Weekend Mistakes 26:48 Banned For Impersonating a Rider 35:03 Predicting TCR Launch Content 48:02 Sub Q's : Descending Training 56:00...
Published 02/29/24
Check out the Silca Strip Chip at Silca.cc and use code NERO15 at checkout for 15% off Become a Nero Show supporter on Patreon: http://tinyurl.com/5fyfcbzb A huge week of new products with Specialized and TREK launching a raft of new shoes and helmets, Assioma has a new power meter, Factor release their white paper on the new Ostro VAM and this weeks show partner Silca launch the Strip Chip. What's the current situation with eBikes and  @TheVCAdventures  risks life and limb in Bolivia....
Published 02/22/24
Sepp Kuss runs an unusual spec set up in the first few races of the year, whilst a few pro team kit style issues are spotted. Wahoo and Zwift deliver an incredible bit of value while we answer our first subscriber question live on the show. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:26 Kuss Runs 1x 07:20 Pro Kit Fails By Pros 10:16 Where is FSA/Vision Going? 16:40 Wahoo/Zwift Game Changer 26:06 Subscriber Question: Sugar Water 35:20 Fondo Nutrition Plan 44:41 Remco Intervals Video 49:20 Cedrick's Training...
Published 02/15/24
The Specialized SL8 reviews are hitting YouTube, what do we think? Legion of LA change up their sponsorships, while Chris tries to sell 1X to the old dinosaur, Jesse Coyle. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:25 Vision Pro on the Trainer? 04:43 S-Works Review Disappointment 23:24 Changes At Legion of LA 29:39 Chris Sells 1X to Jesse 44:40 TrainerRoad Smashes AG1 47:19 Chris Horner's Corner 51:21 What The Hell is Run Club? 58:31 Kids Winning Races SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t Footage...
Published 02/08/24
Red Bull are dipping their toe on the world or professional cycling, we are asking the question of ... why? The  @LifeTimeGrandPrix  releases its documentary on YouTube from the 2023 series, we take a critical look. New pedals, untouchable topics and what's so scary about swimming parents. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Red Bull Sports Washing 11:39 Life Time GP Documentary 23:11 NorCal Handlebar Width 30:26 New Pedal System 33:45 Berm Peak and a Pay-Wall In Cycling 44:15 Untouchable Topics 54:47...
Published 02/01/24
Nor Cal Cycling does a wider tyres video that not only makes sense, but has Jesse reconsidering his equipment. E3 race organisers remind us it could be 1981 with a homophobic race promotion and we have some chat around  @teamvismaleaseabike  and  @EFProCycling  new kits. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Homophobic Race Tweet 06:27 NorCal Tyre test blows our mind 18:08 Nero Approved Bike 21:19 Death Of Another Fondo 39:54 Visma Fluro Jersey 43:08 EF Kit Hype Train 48:37 SRAM works With...
Published 01/25/24
Special episode featuring Patrick Broe, the  @LanterneRougeCycling  from the  @LanterneRougeCyclingPodcast . After the demise of  @gcn  + we discuss the potential issues for cycling to try and reach its fans, especially in Australia and the United States. LR discusses his own cycling, the Norwegian Training takeover, the  @hubermanlab  effect and we have some fun guessing cycling brands from their marketing bio's. We hope you enjoy this one. Chapters: 00:00 intro 00:30 Viewing Cycling Post...
Published 01/22/24
SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t We are on the ground at the first world tour bike race of 2024, with Chris creeping around the pits. What are our expectations for new bikes in 2024 and just what is going on in Adelaide. Chapters 00:25 Hottest Bikes At TDU 15:00 2024 Bike Expectations 28:00 What Are People Riding? 34:0 Fittest Pros Ever! 43:00 New Kask Helmet 49:30 TDU Story Time The Nero Show is available on your favourite Podcast...
Published 01/18/24
We check out some new pro bikes; Jayco's Giant Propel, Bianchi Outré and an unreleased Factor Ostro VAM. Cannondale double down on the 'fake' LAB71's and why is everyone so obsessed with Valtteri Bottas. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:15 Giant Propel Debate 06:22 Bianchi Oltre Disappoints 10:33 New Factor Ostro Vam 18:32 Pick Our Top Bike 21:09 Time To Move Nationals 30:45 Cannondale Double Down 37:52 Lotto To Orbea 47:07 Cycling Youtube 52:24 Valtteri Bottas Obsession 55:42 Best Cycling...
Published 01/11/24