Autsaid - Gravel Podcast

In dieser Folge spricht Paul mit Björn über 3RIDES Sauerland in Winterberg – ein Event, das weit mehr sein will als nur ein weiteres Rennen im Kalender. Gravel-Stage-Race, UCI-Rennen, Expo und Festival: Die Idee ist, Profis, ambitionierte Fahrer und die gesamte Bike-Community an einem Wochenende zusammenzubringen.Wir sprechen über die Strecken im Sauerland, warum die Region perfekt für Gravel ist und was hinter der Organisation eines solchen Events steckt. Außerdem geht es darum, wie sich die Gravel-Szene entwickelt, was ein gutes Event wirklich ausmacht und warum Community, Atmosphäre und Erlebnis heute fast genauso wichtig sind wie das Rennen selbst.Mit dem Code* AUTSAID-40 bekommt ihr 40€ Rabatt auf das 3Rides Gravel-Etappenrennen und mit dem Code* AUTSAID-25 gibt es 25€ Rabatt auf das 3Rides UCI World Series Rennen (*beide Codes sind gültig bis 31.03.2026 und gilt nur für die jeweils ersten 30 Leute die sich damit registrieren).Die Anmeldung zum Maloja x Paul Voß Ride findet ihr hier: https://joinride.cc/ride/maloja-x-paul-voss-gravel-ride-9IyW1PE9V👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/3Rides auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/3rides/

Vor einem Jahr war Mads bereits zu Gast im AUTSAID Podcast – seitdem ist unglaublich viel passiert.Er wurde Europameister, gewann die Traka 200 und sicherte sich mehrere UCI-Siege. Doch anstatt sich auf seinen Erfolgen auszuruhen, ist sein Hunger nach mehr größer denn je.Der Wechsel ins neue Specialized Super Team rund um Keegan Swenson und Matt Beers zahlt sich schon jetzt aus – sportlich wie mental.In dieser Folge sprechen wir über seinen Weg zum Titel, seine Entwicklung als Athlet und darüber, warum der größte Erfolg oft erst der Anfang ist.Mehr Infos zum neuen Abus Taipan findet ihr hier: https://www.abus.com/de/Privat/Fahrradhelme/Neuheiten/TaipanDen YouTube Vlog zu Santa Vall findet ihr hier: https://youtu.be/NkNXgzhTWPE👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Mads auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madswurtzschmidt/

17 Jahre WorldTour, Bahn, Bundeswehr – und dann der klare Schnitt: Romy Kasper spricht mit Paul Voß über ihren Wechsel vom Straßenradsport in die Gravel-Welt. Warum Gravel für sie „365 Tage Paris–Roubaix“ ist, weshalb sie keine Startlisten liest, wie sie über die zunehmende Professionalisierung denkt und warum Erfahrung für sie mehr zählt als Wattzahlen.Dazu: Einblicke in ihre Karriere, Material-Setup, Reifenbreiten, WM-Erfahrungen, Nationen-Dominanz im Gravel und ihre Ziele für Traka, Unbound & die World Series.👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Romy auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/romy_kasper/

In dieser Folge spricht Simon Pellaud (2.Platz Unbound & LifeTime GP 2025) offen über seinen Weg vom aggressiven Straßenprofi zum Gravel-Privateer – und darüber, warum Gravel für ihn keine „Rente“, sondern ein echter Neustart ist.Wir treffen Simon hoch oben in den kolumbianischen Anden, wo er seit Jahren lebt und trainiert. Zwischen Chaos und Ordnung, Kolumbien und Schweiz, Straße und Offroad erzählt er, warum ihn der klassische Profiradsport irgendwann leer gemacht hat – und weshalb Gravel ihm genau das zurückgibt, was er im Peloton verloren glaubte: Gefühl, Freiheit und Verantwortung.Die Produkte von MNSTRY findet ihr hier: https://mnstry.com/👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Simon auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simon_pellaud/

In this episode, Thomas invited pro racer and gravel YouTube’s finest, Madeleine “Maddy” Nutt, to muse about the potential of a "Gravel Bubble". They explore whether the rapid growth of professional gravel and the explosion of events are sustainable, or if the sport is heading toward a correction.🎙️ Time Stamps & Chapters: [00:00:00] Intro: All Gravel Awards update, the end of the Santa Cruz htSQD era, and a teaser for the Gravel Power Rankings. [00:12:12] The Gravel Bubble with Maddy Nutt: Is the Gravel Bubble upon us? A conversation with Maddy Nutt.🚀 Topics & Discussion Points: The Race Explosion: Did the gravel racing circuit grow too quickly to sustain itself? The Pro Wave: With gravel booming, more and more riders try to make their living as a gravel pro. Is the market getting over-saturated? The Sponsorship Situation: What do pros have to provide to their partners if they want more than equipment deals? Is gravel a fad?Featured in this Episode: Maddy Nutt: Is a UK-based professional gravel racer and YouTuber. Check out her channel and follow her on InstagramThomas Euler: Host of the Gracing Podcast and author of the The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on the socials.

In dieser Episode spricht Paul Voß mit Rob Britton, einem der prägendsten Gravel-Fahrer Nordamerikas und ehemaligen ProTeam-Profi. Rob erzählt offen über seinen späten Start in Europa, warum er der Straße den Rücken kehrte und wie Gravel Racing ihm ein neues Lebensgefühl gab.Es geht um Bären, Burnout, Unbound – und die Zukunft eines Sports, der gerade seine Identität sucht.👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Rob auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rob_britton/

This week, we look ahead and back, blending a crucial look at the upcoming LTGP season with a retrospective on the key storylines of 2025. The episode kicks off with a quick announcement of the All Gravel Awards nominees. Vote on the awards here until December 10th.First up, Morgan Aguirre joins us to discuss her entry into the Life Time Grand Prix (LTGP) next season. Then, HSOG (Holy Spirit of Gravel) returns for a deep dive into the 2025 season's most captivating storylines, from the rise of the women's field to the explosion of live race coverage.🎙️ Time Stamps & Chapters: [00:00:00] All Gravel Awards Nominee Announcement [00:07:40] Morgan Aguirre: The Road to the Life Time Grand Prix [01:03:35] HSOG: The Women World Beaters & The Culture of Gravel🗺️ Morgan Aguirre: The Road to the Life Time Grand PrixMorgan, an American pro based in Girona, Spain, discusses the mental and logistical leap required to join the LTGP. Girona to Kansas: Morgan details the logistics involved in tackling the LTGP as a rider living in Europe and gives an insight into her plan. Altitude is Non-Negotiable: Virtually 100% of LTGP contenders now dedicate a training block to altitude before Leadville, and Morgan talks about her own altitude training plans. Priorities & Trade-Offs: As a LTGP participant, structuring your season accordingly is very important. Morgan shares how she approaches the next season both in terms of training and mindset.💥 HSOG: The 2025 Gravel Season StorylinesHSOG and Thomas decompress six weeks after the final whistle, identifying the key trends that defined the year. Women World Beaters: From Karolina Migon’s early-season dominance, to Rosa’s Reign and Sofia’s Bentonville Double, 2025 gave us a few stretches marked by dominant performances. The Year of the Streams: 2025 marked the true arrival of professional live-streaming, giving fans unprecedented access to the sport. Culture & The Gravel State of Mind: What is “the culture” and (why) does it matter?👋 Featured in this Episode: Morgan Aguirre: Professional gravel racer living in Girona. Follow Morgan on Instagram. Holy Spirit of Gravel: Instagram meme account and host of the HSOG podcast. Thomas Euler: Host of the Gracing Podcast and author of The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on the socials.

In this special, candid roundtable conversation, Thomas is joined by UCI Gravel World Series Manager Erwin Vervecken of the Golazo Group, alongside pro gravel racers Rosa Klöser and Paul Voss.The conversation addresses critical feedback and discusses the future vision for the UCI Gravel World Series (UGWS). It covers everything from the philosophy behind the races to the need for improvements in safety and fairness for the women's elite field.📖 Chapters: [00:00:00] Rosa, Paul, and Thomas talk about their expectations [00:04:00] Erwin joins for the roundtable conversation with Rosa, Paul and Thomas [01:51:20] Paul and Thomas discuss their takeaways from the conversation🎙️ Discussion Points: UGWS Philosophy & Growth: We learn why the UGWS team focused on races lasting 4-6 hours from the get-go, why they grew to 45 races next season, and what the optimal size would be. Safety: We talk through the safety challenges that exist in gravel and how the UGWS tries to address those. The "Too Fast" Problem: Did the sport's rapid growth outpace the ability of organizers and safety protocols to keep up? Women’s Pro Racing in the UGWS: How can the safety and fairness issues caused by mixed starts or minimal time gaps be solved? UGWS Coverage: Does the series have a coverage problem and what measures can improve its visibility? Will gravel races in 2026 be on TV?👋 Featured in this Episode: Erwin Vervecken: Manager of the UCI Gravel World Series at Golazo Group. Follow Erwin on Instagram Rosa Klöser: German Gravel Champion, 2024 Unbound winner, and Women’s WT pro. Follow Rosa on Instagram. Paul Voss: German Gravel Champion, Host of the Autsaid podcast. Follow Paul on Instagram. Thomas Euler: Host of the Gracing Podcast and author of The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on Instagram

In dieser Folge spricht Paul Voß mit Luis Neff, Mitgründer des Rose Racing Circle, über die geschäftliche Seite des modernen Gravel-Sports.Während sportliche Themen wie Rennkalender und Highlights nicht zu kurz kommen, liegt der Schwerpunkt dieser Episode auf den Business-Mechaniken hinter einem der derzeit spannendsten Projekte im deutschsprachigen Radsport.Luis erklärt, wie aus einer Idee ein funktionierendes Unternehmen wurde – mit Angestellten, Sponsoren, Budgetplanung, Teamentwicklung und Jahreszielen. Sie sprechen darüber, wie man Professionalität wahrt, ohne Authentizität zu verlieren, welche Herausforderungen der rasant wachsende Gravel-Markt mit sich bringt, und warum die Zukunft des Sports mehr Struktur, mehr Teamdenken und mehr Wirtschaftlichkeit braucht.👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Luis auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/luis_neff/

John Peter aka The Stable Cyclist joins Thomas to discuss their All Gravel Awards ballots! With the newly formed expert voting panel assembled for the All Gravel Awards 2025, Thomas and JP put their own (preliminary) ballots on the table to discuss the biggest performances, surprises, and teams of the season.The conversation covers all the awards, from Most Valuable Rider, Most Impressive Performance, Best Race, to Best Team.⌚ Time Stamps & Chapters: [00:00:00] Intro: A brief update on writing for Escape Collective and some recent pieces Thomas published there. [00:06:44] All Gravel Awards Ballots with Stable Cyclist JP: The discussion of the awards begins.🎙️ Discussion Points: The Keegan Rumor: Thomas provides a personal update on his article about the rumored Keegan Swenson to Specialized transfer, explaining why he wrote about it. Read the article here. The All Gravel Awards: JP and Thomas go through their ballots and discuss who they considered for each award and who they ended up voting for.👋 Featured in this Episode: JP (John Peter): Host of The Stable Cyclist Podcast. Follow JP on Instagram.Thomas Euler: Host of the Gracing Podcast and author of the The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on Instagram.

Thomas is joined by professional cyclist and avid writer Joe Laverick to discuss the state of bike racing and Joe's ambitious plan to launch a new multi-discipline racing team. The conversation explores the changing economics of the sport, why teams will become essential in gravel, and the long-term sustainability of the racing ecosystem.Joe offers his perspective on the shift from the "Privateer Era" to the "Team Era," drawing parallels between his team concept and successful cultural projects like the UniBet Rose Rockets.Content we talked about:Joe’s Substack post about his plans to launch a teamThomas's piece about his fictional teamDan Bigham’s Aero Gravel Machine🎙️ Time Stamps & Chapters: [00:00:00] Intro [00:02:50] Update Gravel Earth Series / The Rift: How The Rift ended up outside the Gravel Earth Series, the "by The Traka" brand, and more. [00:11:05] New Life Time Grand Prix Rosters: New European stars and the highest-level newcomer for 2026. [00:17:20] Conversation with Joe Laverick: Why teams are inevitable and the key to a sustainable ecosystem.📈 Key Takeaways & Discussion Points: The Dawn of the Team Era: Joe argues that the need for team tactics and organized efforts (evidenced by races like Unbound) is now resulting in the beginning of the team era in gravel racing. Joe's Team Model: The concept is a multi-disciplinary road and gravel team with a cultural focus, emphasizing storytelling over just winning. The Community Engine: The idea that a team's long-term sustainability relies on building a robust club/community layer that is loyal to the team's culture, providing a core audience for sponsors. Sports in the Attention Economy: Why professional sports need to recognize that they compete in the attention economy and think about their product accordingly. Sustainable Sponsorship: Why a team needs non-endemic sponsors to appeal to the cycling consumer's outdoor/lifestyle interests, rather than relying solely on bike brands whose sole metric is often bike sales.Featured in this Episode: Joe Laverick: Professional Cyclist, Industry Analyst, and Founder of a forthcoming multi-discipline cycling project. Follow him on Instagram and read his Substack.Thomas Euler: Host of the Gracing podcast and author of The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on Instagram.

In dieser Folge spricht Paul mit seinem Coach Dr. Sebastian Rösler über die wichtigsten Erkenntnisse des vergangenen Jahres, den Einfluss von Künstlicher Intelligenz auf Training und Coaching sowie die Ziele und Erwartungen für die Saison 2026.Link zum Video über Creatin: https://youtu.be/EkOMQ0PDvAg?si=pHHWOHBXYj8AuY9l👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Sebastian auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/life.of_seb/

In this episode, Thomas discusses some major developments in the world of gravel racing before diving into a detailed recap of the inaugural edition of the Gravel Burn stage race in South Africa.He is then joined by road professional Clara Koppenburg (Team Cofidis), who shares her unique Gravel Burn experience. She discusses the intense challenge of a self-organized stage race, the camp conditions, and the surprising joy she found in gravel competition.If you like what you are hearing, please subscribe and leave us a rating or review.🎙️ Episode Segments 📰 Gravel News: Major changes to the Gravel Earth Series and Lifetime Grand Prix. [00:06:50] 🇿🇦 Gravel Burn Recap: High-level overview of the race and key results [00:17:25] 🗣️ Conversation with Clara Koppenburg: Why she signed up, the training, and the race. [00:31:10]🚀 Topics in this episode GES Calendar Overhaul: The Gravel Earth Series shrinks from 23 to 12 races in 2026, dropping monuments like Gravel Worlds and The Rift. LTGP Money & Rules: The Lifetime Grand Prix increases its prize money pool and introduces a finisher compensation to incentivize pros to complete the series. Frozen Adventure: The brutal conditions on the early Gravel Burn stages —rain, wind, and freezing temperatures—that left bikes frozen and clothing soaked, completely defying expectations for a South African race. Gravel is Different: Clara discusses how the race was a needed break from the highly organized (and stressful) WorldTour environment, where she could reconnect with riding. The Racing: Analyzing the GC race where Axelle Dubau-Prévot won after Ashley Moolman-Pasio suffered a flat tire on the final stage, balancing the misfortune of the lead.Featured in this Episode: Clara Koppenburg: Clara is a Professional Cyclist, currently on Team Cofidis Women (Pro Tour). Follow her journey into gravel on her Instagram. Thomas Euler: Host of the The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on Instagram.

In dieser Folge spricht Paul Voß mit der amtierenden Deutschen Meisterin und siebenfachen Gravel-Siegerin Rosa Klöser über ihre beeindruckende Saison 2025. Rosa erzählt, wie sie den Schritt vom akademischen Berufsleben zur professionellen Radsportkarriere gemeistert hat und wie ihr Wechsel ins WorldTour-Team Canyon//SRAM Zondacrypto zustande kam.Gemeinsam blicken Paul und Rosa auf die Highlights und Herausforderungen ihrer Saison zurück – über den Einstieg in den Straßenradsport bis hin zur Kombination aus Gravel- und WorldTour-Rennen. Rosa gibt detaillierte Einblicke in ihr Training, die Struktur ihrer Wettkampfphasen und die Balance zwischen Belastung und Regeneration.Ein weiterer Schwerpunkt liegt auf Technik und Material: Rosa spricht über Trends im Gravel-Bereich, ihre Zusammenarbeit mit Sponsoren, individuelle Setup-Entscheidungen und die Bedeutung von Aerodynamik und Reifenwahl. Außerdem berichtet sie offen über ihr dramatisches Rennen bei der Gravel-Europameisterschaft und ihre Ziele für die kommenden Jahre.👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Autsaid Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Rosa auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosaklsr/

In dieser Folge spricht Paul Voß mit seinem ehemaligen Teamkollegen Lukas Pöstlberger – Giro-Etappensieger, Ex-WorldTour-Profi und aktueller österreichischer Gravel-Staatsmeister. Gemeinsam blicken die beiden auf Lukas Weg vom Straßenradsport hin zur Gravel-Szene und auf die spannenden Entwicklungen im Offroad-Bereich. Und natürlich wurde sich auch über die vergangene Gravel Weltmeisterschaft unterhalten. Lukas erzählt offen über: den Übergang von der WorldTour zum Gravel Racing, seine Trainerausbildung und Pläne für die Zukunft, warum Gravel für ihn mehr Freiheit und Leidenschaft bedeutet als der klassische Straßenradsport, seine Erfahrungen bei den großen Rennen wie Unbound Gravel und der Gravel-WM, und was ihn auch mit 33 noch antreibt, im Höhenzelt zu schlafen und alles zu geben.👉 Jetzt reinhören und keine Folge mehr verpassen – abonniere den Outside Podcast überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!Paul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Lukas auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lukas_poestlberger/🎥 Am 17.10. um 18Uhr kommt das YouTube Video zur Gravel Weltmeisterschaft auf dem Autsaid YouTube Kanal heraus! https://www.youtube.com/@autsaidcc

In this special episode, Thomas sits down with Paul to get an exclusive preview of the UCI Gravel World Championship course in the Netherlands. Paul, who successfully reconned the course just a few weeks after his surgery, shares his expert tactical breakdown.Topics in this Episode: The Unbelievable Comeback: Paul's journey back to the start line just three weeks after collarbone surgery and his secret weapon: a highly skilled surgeon. Course Conditions & Profile: An in-depth look at the 180km men's and 130km women's course. It's almost 50-50 tarmac/gravel and currently in muddy/slippery conditions. Paul confirms it is more technically demanding than it looks, with lots of small, steep hills and constant changes of direction. The Mud Analysis: It's "slimy" farm-road mud, not deep "peanut buttery" mud, meaning riders can get by with standard tire clearance. The Controversial Rules: Discussion on the new UCI rules that allow feeding/wheel exchanges anywhere on tarmac (not on a descent), making race organization significantly harder and "worse for privateers" without big team support. Tactics & Race Dynamics: Paul predicts a "really open" men's race without the control of Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert, creating a greater chance for a strong, early breakaway to succeed. World Champion Favorites: Paul shares his early predictions for the men's and women's races, The Spectator Problem: Why the late start time for the live broadcast means fans will likely miss the decisive early breakaway action.Featured in this Episode: Paul Voss: Professional cyclist, who is scheduled to race the UCI Gravel World Championship. Follow Paul on Instagram. Thomas Euler: Host of the Gracing Podcast and author of the The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on Instagram.Don't forget to subscribe! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to Gracing and leave us a rating.

In this "ultra-coded" episode, Thomas is joined by American ultra-distance gravel racer and writer Chris Mehlman to break down his 3rd place finish at the Badlands race in Southern Spain and to talk about his “The Dark Side of Ultra Racing” piece.Chris shares his approach to preparing for one of the most brutal 780-kilometer ultra-races on the calendar, detailing the mental battle of pushing through extreme heat and two sleepless nights in the unforgiving Gorafe Desert. It’s a deep dive into the meticulously planned logistics and fierce competitive spirit required to stand on the podium alongside the toughest racers in the world.Topics in this Episode: The Meticulous Prep: How Chris mapped out every single potential food and water refill point—down to fountains and convenience stores—kilometre by kilometre to survive the long, unsupported stretches in the desert. No Sleep, No Tracker: Chris shares why he never looked at the race tracker during the race to manage stress, and why missing sleep for 40 hours was a necessity to stay competitive in the 780 km event. Littering and Drugs: Chris wrote about littering issues and a pack of Tramadol found on the Badlands course. We talk about “the Dark Side of Ultra” Tour of Detours: After Badlands, Chris went straight to the UK for a multi-day, 1,500 km bikepacking trip covering England and Wales.Featured in this Episode: Chris Mehlman: Ultra-Endurance Cyclist and writer. Read his work on his Substack and follow his journey on Instagram. Thomas Euler: Host of the Gracing Podcast and author of the The Gravel Stack Newsletter. Follow Thomas on InstagramDon't forget to subscribe! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to Gracing and leave us a rating. And for Thomas's weekly gravel analysis, subscribe to The Gravel Stack newsletter!

In dieser Episode sprechen Paul Voß und Thomas Euler über die heißesten Gerüchte im professionellen Gravel-Sport. Im Fokus stehen die rasante Professionalisierung des Sports, die Entstehung von "Superteams" und die Geldfrage im Gravel.Außerdem sprechen die beiden über die Gravel Europameisterschaft – inklusive des Dramas um Rosa Klöser – US Gravel Nationals und blicken kurz voraus auf Ranxo, das Finale der Gravel Earth Serie.Themen dieser Episode: Der Professionalisierungsgrad im Gravel: Wie viele Teams sind wirklich professionell organisiert und wo verläuft die Grenze zwischen Amateur und Profi, da es keine Lizenzpflicht gibt. Das Specialized Superteam-Gerücht: Die Hosts diskutieren die kolportierte Entstehung eines Gravel-Superteams mit Stars wie Keegan Swenson, Mads Würtz Schmidt, Matt Beers und Sofia Gomez Villafane. Die Gehaltsfrage: Wie sehen die Jahresgehälter der Top-Fahrer im Gravel aus? Was sind Roll-over-Prämien und wie hoch sind die versteckten Kosten wie Reise und Mechaniker, die Team-Verträge attraktiv machen? Team-Struktur vs. Persönlichkeit: Wird die Social-Media-Präsenz der Fahrer weiterhin wichtiger ist als die Teammarke sein? Platten-Drama: Thomas berichtet detailliert über das Pech von Rosa Klöser, die sieben Kilometer vor dem Ziel mit einem Platten ihre sichere Goldmedaille verlor.. UCI und Livestreams: Kritik an der fehlenden Übertragungsqualität und den Gefahren durch Age-Grouper in den Profi-Rennen.Corrections Corner:Bradyn Lange bekam nicht den Rick, sondern Continental Terra Speed 45 von Dylan Johnson und hat die US Nationals auf ihnen gewonnen.Die Hosts: Paul Voß: Host des Autsaid Podcasts. Folgt Paul auf Instagram und abonniert den Autsaid YouTube-Kanal Thomas Euler: Host des Gracing Podcasts und Autor des The Gravel Stack Newsletters. Folgt Thomas auf Instagram.Abonniere uns, um keine Neuigkeiten aus der Gravel-Szene zu verpassen!

Thomas is joined by Andrew Vontz from Choose the Hard Way and Beyond the Peloton. The two share their observations from the 2025 gravel season and tell us what excites them for the remainder of the season.Topics in this Episode: The Rise of "Grass Racing": Is "grass" is becoming the next defining surface in gravel. Will we have surface specialists like in Tennis, even? Is Mud a Problem? The role of mud pits and Minimum Maintenance Roads (MMRs) in races like Unbound and Gravel Worlds can be outsized. Should organizers reroute to prevent mechanicals and damage to expensive equipment? Safety and Logistics: Do shared feed zones for pros and amateurs need to be separated? Self-Supported vs. Pro Support: A discussion on the ethos of "self-supported" racing and how it clashes with the professionalization of the sport, and whether a diversity of race styles is beneficial for gravel. Breaks Win Races: An observation on the trend of early breaks winning many of the season's marquee races and the lack of a "domestique" culture in gravel racing.Featured in this Episode: Andrew Vontz: Andrew is the author and host of the Choose the Hard Way Podcast and Substack. He’s also co-host of Beyond the Peloton. Thomas Euler: Your host and author of The Gravel Stack, Connect with Thomas on Instagram and Bluesky.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating! It helps us bring you more great content.

In dieser deutschsprachigen(!) Episode tauchen wir tief in eines der härtesten Ultra-Rennen Europas ein: Badlands. Thomas spricht mit beiden Gewinnern Svenja Betz und Rick Steffen über ihre Erfahrungen auf der 780 Kilometer langen Strecke durch die spanische Wüste.Svenja, die als erste Frau ins Ziel kam, teilt ihre persönliche Geschichte. Nach einer enttäuschenden Erfahrung im letzten Jahr, die sie als "Niederlage" empfand, kehrte sie mit einem neuen Mindset zurück, um das Rennen als "Goodlands" zu erleben. Sie spricht über die mentale Herausforderung, das Training neben ihrem Referendariat zu meistern und ihre Ernährungsstrategie auf der Strecke.Auch Rick Steffen blickt auf sein Rennen zurück. Er gibt Einblicke in seine minutiöse Vorbereitung und seine Renntakti. Außerdem spricht er über seinen Sturz im letzten Jahr und wie er es schafft, das Radfahren mit seinem Job als Feuerwehrmann zu vereinbaren.Themen dieser Episode: Comeback Badlands-Sieg: Wie sich die beiden von ihren „Niederlagen“ im Vorjahr zum Triumph katapultierten. Vorbereitung vs. Spontanität: Wie sich Svenjas "Mal gucken"-Vorbereitung auf das Rennen auswirkte und wie Rick alles bis ins kleinste Detail plante. Ernährung im Ultra-Rennen: Svenjas und Ricks Ansätze, ihren Körper über 800 Kilometer mit Energie zu versorgen. Jäger und Gejagte: Wie es anfühlt das Rennen als Jägerin und als Gejagter zu bestreiten.In dieser Episode: Svenja Betz: Gravel-Fahrerin und Gewinnerin des Badlands 2024 (Frauen-Kategorie). Folge ihr auf Instagram: @svenja__betz Rick Steffen: Gravel-Fahrer und Teilnehmer an Badlands. Folge ihm auf Instagram: @rick.steffen Thomas Euler: Dein Gastgeber und Autor des Gracing Podcasts. Folge Thomas hier.Verpasse nicht dieses packende Gespräch über mentale Stärke, akribische Planung und die raue Realität des Ultra-Gravel-Racings!Abonniere uns und hinterlasse eine Bewertung! Wenn dir diese Episode gefallen hat, abonniere uns bitte und hinterlasse eine Bewertung. Das hilft uns, mehr Hörer:innen zu erreichen und weiterhin neuen Gravel-Content mit Herz und Hirn zu kreieren.

In this episode, Thomas sits down with two of gravel's top pros, Emily Joy Newsome and Matt Beers, to recap last weekend’s Lauf Gravel Worlds. They dive into the race's challenging conditions, strategic decisions, and the unique aspects of racing with a massive prize purse on the line.Join us as Emily and Matt share their first-hand accounts of the 150-mile course, the infamous minimum maintenance roads, and what it takes to compete at the highest level of American gravel racing. Matt gives the inside story of his race-winning sprint finish against his buddy Keegan Swenson, while Emily reflects on her strong performance in a stacked women’s field.Topics in this episode: The OG Gravel Worlds: A breakdown of the 150-mile (245km) course in Lincoln, Nebraska, characterized by long, straight roads and rolling hills. Racing for a $100,000 Prize Purse: Emily and Matt discuss the mental approach to competing in a race with the largest single-event prize purse of the season.. Tackling the Mud: The athletes recount their experiences with the course's notorious "peanut butter mud" and the last-minute equipment changes they made and didn’t make to handle the conditions. The Power of Live Streaming: A conversation about how live race coverage is changing the sport for both fans and pros, offering new exposure for riders and sponsors. Race Strategy: Emily and Matt reveal their tactics for navigating the terrain, from managing pulls in a group to racing in crosswinds and using hills to their advantage. The Women's Race: An analysis of how Gravel Worlds successfully structured the women's race to minimize interference from other riders0.Featured in This Episode: Emily Joy Newsome is a professional gravel racer from Texas. She rides on Pas Racing. Follow her racing on Instagram. Matt Beers is a top-level mountain bike and gravel racer. Among his plentiful palmares are three Cape Epic and two BWR California wins. You can find him on Instagram. Thomas Euler: Your host of the Gracing podcast and author of The Gravel Stack newsletter.Don't miss this engaging conversation about what it takes to perform at the highest level of gravel racing!Subscribe and leave a review! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review. It helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you great content.

Paul hat sich erneut Carolin Schiff ans Mikrofon geholt. Offen spricht Caro über ihre Red-S-Diagnose, das abrupte Saisonende und die Pläne, die sie gemeinsam mit Trainer Philipp Seipp schmiedet, um zurück an die Weltspitze des Gravelsports zu kommen. Like und abonnier gerne diesen Podcast!Maloja x Autsaid Kollektion im Sale www.maloja.comPaul auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Carolin auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carolinschiff/Autsaid YouTube Kanal https://www.youtube.com/@autsaidcc

In this episode, Thomas sits down with Geerike "Gee" Schreurs of the powerhouse SD Worx-Protime team. Coming off her second-place finish at Core4 in Iowa, Gee shares her insights on the race from the race.Join us as we recap her day in the muddy, humid conditions of Core4, and get the inside story on moment that went viral (gravel viral, that is). We also get a glimpse into what it's like to race gravel within a WorldTour team and look forward to a stacked Lauf Gravel Worlds.Topics in this episode: Core4 Race Recap: Gee's account of the challenging day in Iowa, from navigating the tough conditions to the final sprint finish. The Traka Accident: How Gee rode almost 150 km with a fractured elbow and only stopped for safety reasons. Lauf Gravel Worlds Preview: A look ahead at one of the biggest races on the calendar and what to expect in Lincoln, Nebraska.Featured in This Episode: Geerike "Gee" Schreurs: Professional Gravel Rider for Team SD Worx-Protime. Follow her journey on Instagram: @geerike_schreurs Thomas Euler: Your host and author of The Gravel Stack: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/ is also on Instagram: @cookxrideDon't miss this engaging conversation about what it takes to perform at the highest level of gravel racing!Subscribe and leave a review! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review. It helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you great content.

In this special conversation, Thomas sits down with one of the most well-known and highly regarded gravel pros and host of the With Pace Podcast, Payson McElveen.In this deep dive, Payson and Thomas talk about the future of gravel cycling, its current state, the evolving business side of the sport, and the trends that are shaping its future. They also touch on Payson's strong result at Leadville, what makes this iconic race unique, and how it's evolving alongside the sport.Topics in this episode: Payson's Leadville Recap: A look back at Payson’s strong 5th place finish at Leadville and how he overcame a hip injury from earlier in the season to achieve a top result. Consolidation in Gravel: Is consolidation coming to the sport? Governing Gravel: Does gravel need a cohesive series or "governing body" that is run more like the NBA than the UCI in order to make the sport sustainable? Teams and Domestiques: Why teams may be good for gravel but would have to be implemented with a plan to be sustainable. Gravel Media: How will live streams evolve? Why the sport's organic, athlete-driven media is a unique strength and need to be bundled and made accessible.Featured in This Episode: Payson McElveen: Gravel Professional & Host of the With Pace Podcast. Follow him on Instagram: @paysonmcelveen Thomas Euler: Your host and author of The Gravel Stack: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/ is also on Instagram: @cookxrideDon't miss this insightful conversation about what's next for the world's fastest-growing cycling discipline!Subscribe and leave a review! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review. It helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you great content.

In this episode. Rosa Maria Klöser takes us with her on her victorious 160 km solo ride at Iceland's Monument of Gravel(™️), The Rift.Rosa shares her last-minute decision to tackle this iconic race. Discover how she navigated the surreal lava landscapes, brutal climbs, and proper river crossings, ultimately making a bold move that secured her win. ---Topics in this episode:First Impressions of Iceland & The Rift: Rosa's extra special experience as a first-timer in Iceland, including witnessing a volcanic eruption and being captivated by the surreal nature.Navigating The Rift's Brutal Terrain: A detailed breakdown of the course, from early river crossings to chunky sections, and "walls" of climbs with pitches up to 22% on loose lava rocks, even encountering snow at 1500 meters of elevation.Gear Talk: Insights into tire choices and the increasing prevalence of suspension forks in gravel racing. And why tightening valve cores is highly recommended. Rosa’s premiere WorldTour Season: A talk about Rosa’s road career in the Women's WorldTour, including picking up bottles from the wrong side of the car and how her sponsors and teammates look at gravel vs road racing in 2025.Improving race conditions for pro women: We get into the recent discussion about the pro women's races in the UCI Gravel World Series and some ideas for improving the status quo. ---Featured in This Episode:Rosa Klöser: German Gravel Professional. Follow her journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosaklsrThomas Euler: Your host and author of The Gravel Stack: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/  is also on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cookxride---Don't miss this captivating account of one of gravel cycling's most demanding races!Subscribe and leave a review! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review.

This episode dives deep into what truly drives value for a pro gravel athlete in today's dynamic landscape! Join host Thomas Euler as he chats with gravel pro Chase Wark and filmmaker John Peter (aka The Stable Cyclist).In this insightful conversation, Chase reveals how his unique approach to content creation and his relatable persona are captivating audiences and sponsors alike. Alongside JP, who is documenting Chase's journey in a docuseries, we explore the power of storytelling in building a personal brand and how important doing so is for gravel privateers.---In this episode:•⁠  ⁠The New Currency of Sponsorship: Discover why traditional race results might not be the sole focus for sponsors anymore and how visibility and relatability are becoming key metrics.•⁠  ⁠The Power of the Docuseries: Chase shares his philosophy behind his docuseries, produced by John Peter, and how it's creating a deeper connection with fans, making him a more trusted voice for his partners.•⁠  ⁠Launching Lunchbox Racing: Get the inside scoop on Chase and Drew Dillman's new team, their vision for the future, and their goal to support the next generation of gravel talent from underrepresented areas.•⁠  ⁠The "Gravel Dads" Phenomenon: A hilarious and honest discussion about balancing professional racing with fatherhood, including practical tips and tricks from Chase and JP for fellow gravel dads.---Featured in This Episode:Chase Wark: Professional Gravel Privateer, Content Creator, and Co-founder of Lunchbox Racing. Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasethebiker and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chasethebiker.John Peter (The Stable Cyclist): Filmmaker and Podcaster. Find his work on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thestablecyclist and listen to The Stable Cyclist podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DqkYShLiqThJgNl2KMFY3The Gravel Stack Newsletter: https://thegravelstack.substack.com---Don't miss this episode that unpacks the evolving landscape of professional gravel cycling, the importance of genuine connection, and the exciting future of the sport!Subscribe and leave a review! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review. It helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you gravel-pilled content.

In the latest episode of the Autsaid Podcast, Jasper Ockeleon talks about his brand Sockeleon, his passion for beach racing, and how he got into gravel riding. He shares personal insights into how his brand was born, what draws him to racing on sand, and how he eventually discovered his love for gravel.Check out the new MNSTRY Bicarb Gel 40!Discover the newest Autsaid x Maloja collection: https://www.maloja.com/de-de/online-shop/?cat=3&special_product=1729Paul on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_voss/Jasper on Instgram: https://www.instagram.com/o1jasper/Autsaid on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autsaid.cc/

In this episode, Thomas sits down with Paul for a discussion that's part update, part deep dive into the Monuments of Gravel.---Paul's Recent Adventures & Race RecapsPaul kicks things off by sharing tales from his busy past few weeks since Unbound. He talks about his last races, *Blåvandshuk Gravel* in Denmark and Eislek Gravel Luxembourg. He also spills the beans on a recent multi-day trip to Spain for a special project involving a new ABUS gravel helmet he helped develop Find out what it's like to ride through a desert in 40-degree heat for a film shoot.---Rad am Ring PreviewLooking ahead, Paul shares his expectations and tips for the upcoming Rad am Ring gravel race in the Eifel region of Germany. What tire size does he recommend? What kind of course can participants expect? And who are the key contenders to watch at the pointy end of the field? If you're racing Rad am Ring, this is a must-listen!---The "Monuments of Gravel"Then, we talk about Thomas's new classification system for gravel races. With the gravel calendar becoming increasingly packed, how do we distinguish between events? Is it time to have a classification system? Thomas thought so and recently released his take on it over on his The Gravel Stack newsletter. In this episode, he runs his preliminary list of the five Monuments of Gravel by Paul to get his opinions and feedback. Join Thomas and Paul as they debate the merits of each race, considering factors like prize money, media production, historical significance, and the overall rider experience. This lively discussion will make you rethink what truly defines a "monument" in the rapidly evolving world of gravel cycling.The Five Tiers of Gravel Races post: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/p/the-five-tiers-of-gravel-races

The Oregon Trail Gravel Grinder has become one of the premiere gravel stage races on the calendar. To recap the events, we invited two of gravel's rising stars, Cécile Lejeune and Skyler Taylor, the runner-ups of this year's edition. First, Skyler shares how the men's race unfolded, why Cameron Jones’ descending is almost scary good, and why he was impressed by the organization. We also get into a brief Life Time Grand Prix talk, as Tyler got the final wild card spot. Then, Cécile tells the story of how she ended up winning last year's Oregon Trail, her first big gravel race ever, of her tight battle with Sofia Gomez Villafañe, and why it's a bad idea to go on social media in the morning, especially when racing against Sofia. Also, she tells us about RED-S (relative energy deficiency in sport), what it is, what symptoms to watch out for, and where to seek help.The Gravel Stack: https://substack.com/@thegravelstackCécile on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cecilejeuneCécile’s Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/cecilelejeuneSkyler on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skylermt

Gravel stage racing in Kenya? The Migration Gravel Race has you covered. In this episode, we talk to this year's winners Lukas Baum and Haley Hunter Smith. First, Lukas tells us how his trip to Kenya went, why he ate a lot of his own rice, and what the team tactics controversy we witnessed in the official race recap videos was all about. We also get into some interesting bike setup and suspension talk. Finally, we learn more about the inner workings of the Speed Company Racing team and what their model could mean for gravel. Then, we talk to Haley about her experience in the race, find out how she managed to close a 20-minute gap in three days, and why she decided to race on a full suspension drop bar mountain bike. We also learn about her research of the Spirit of Gravel, her SBT GRVL experience, and why Gravel Earth Series may become more important for her in the future.Lukas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lksbmSpeed Company Racing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speedcompanyracingHaley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleyhuntersmithThomas' Escape Collective piece: https://escapecollective.com/heres-why-pro-gravel-racing-is-the-future-of-bike-racing/The Gravel Stack Newsletter: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/Thomas on Instagram: http://instagram.com/cookxride

In the final edition of the Unbound recap trilogy, Thomas sits down with Karolina Migon, the winner of the Unbound 200 women's race. Karo explains what her preparation for Unbound looked like, gives us a glimpse into the vibe at the Pas Racing house, and talks about the aftermath of her win in Emporia.Karolina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karo_migon/The Gravel Stack Newsletter: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/Thomas on Instagram: http://instagram.com/cookxride

Thomas sat down with Cameron “Cam” Jones to talk about how he won the 2025 Unbound 200. What did Cam learn at his Unbound premiere one year ago? How did he prepare for his winning ride? What was his mindset at the start line? Was there bluffing in the winning breakaway? What are his next career moves and could we see him on a gravel team? We talk about those questions and a lot more. Cameron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camjonesnzThe Gravel Stack Newsletter: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/Thomas on Instagram: http://instagram.com/cookxride

In our first Unbound recap episode, Paul shares how his race day unfolded, explains the dynamics in the early break and the main bunch, and talks about his future Unbound ambitions. Plus, we discuss Klara Sofie Skovgaard Hansen’s accident and safety issues at gravel races.Then, Thomas is joined by the Holy Spirit of Gravel to converse about the normie vs the pro experience of Unbound, the latest activations, current developments in gravel content, and whispers from the gravel grapevine. And in breaking news, we find out that she got Pas-pilled in Emporia. Holy Spirit of Gravel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holyspiritofgravelHoly Spirit of Gravel Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/holyspiritofgravel/The Gravel Stack Newsletter: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/Thomas on Instagram: http://instagram.com/cookxride

Who is going to win Unbound? Will there be mud? What role will team tactics play? Can I watch it live?Our big Unbound preview answers those and many other questions. The Gravel Stack Newsletter: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/Thomas on Instagram: http://instagram.com/cookxride

We’re not yet done with The Traka. In this week’s episode, we bring on Svenja Betz and Victor Bosoni, the winners of the 560 km The Traka Adventure, to talk about their long days out. In the conversation, we learn how the two prepared for their races, including nutrition, bike setup, and pacing. We find out why you don’t need power or heart rate data to win the longest race of “Traka week”. And we discuss the current state of ultra racing. Svenja Betz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/svenja__betz/Victor Bosoni on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorbozo/

The Traka is arguably Europe's most important gravel race—or, rather, the two most important races, as both the 200 km and 360 km races have stacked fields and top-level competition.To recap all the action, we invited Karolina Migon, Tobias Kongstad, and Mads Würtz Schmidt, the winners of The Traka 360 and Traka 200. How did the Traka 200 unfold? Do we need one clear main event? What role did men play in the finale of the women’s race? Will the 100+ km solo become the new normal in gravel? Who did heat-train in the Pas Normal Offices? Find out all this and more in our mega recap of The Traka’s 2025 edition. Mads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madswurtzschmidt/Karo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karo_migon Tobias on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobiaskongstad/The Gravel Stack Newsletter: https://thegravelstack.substack.com/

Ich war in Santa Rosa (Kalifornien) und habe die Chance genutzt mit Peter Stetina, einem ersten Gravel-Profis überhaupt, zusammenzusitzen. Wir haben über seinen Weg aus der World Tour zum Gravel gesprochen, wie er die Balance schafft zwischen Profisportler sein und Selbstvermarktung und wohin sich der professionelle Gravelsport entwickeln wird. Schaut auch gerne auf YouTube vorbei für die neusten Autsaid Vlogs aus den USA https://www.youtube.com/@autsaidccWollt ihr auch mal das neue Koona Bier probieren? Dann findet ihr es unter koona.coWenn ihr die Autsaid Podcasts finanziell unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon machen. Link zu Patreon!Paul auf InstagramPeter auf Instagram

Tim Wollenberg war bei mir zu Gast und hat erzählt, wie er vom Mountainbike übers Rennrad zum Gravel gefunden hat – und warum ihm der Deutsche Meistertitel echt was bedeuten würde. Außerdem hat Marcel Meisen vorbeigeschaut und uns die Strecke vom 3Rides UCI Gravel World Series Rennen genauer unter die Lupe genommen.Mehr Infos zum 3Rides findet ihr unter: https://3rides.de/uci-gravel-world-series/Wollt ihr auch mal das neue Koona Bier probieren? Dann findet ihr es unter koona.coWenn ihr die Autsaid Podcasts finanziell unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon machen. Link zu Patreon!Paul auf InstagramTim auf Instagram3Rides auf InstagramTims Podcast "Modus Offroad" findet ihr hier. 

A bit over a week ago, the gravel scene convened in Italy at Lago Le Bandie to race the premiere edition of The Hills. What many expected to be a tough but scenic race in Bella Italia turned into a proper mud fest. Some say it ended up being a 180 km cyclocross race. It’s certainly going to enter the gravel history books.We invited the two winners, Morgan Aguirre and Toby Perry, to talk about their race days. Sure enough they had some great stories to share. From descending blind to fighting age group men in a tunnel, from deciding to win the race in November to winning 200 Mattentaarts.We also talk about the state of team tactics in gravel racing 2025 and learn how the races were won. Morgan Aguirre on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgan_aguirreToby Perry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobyperry7Thomas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cookxride/Support us on Patreon! Much appreciated.

In dieser Episode begrüßen wir einen ganz besonderen Gast: Mads Würtz Schmidt! Der dänische Radprofi hat sich als zweifacher Weltmeister im Zeitfahren einen Namen gemacht und schlägt jetzt ein neues Kapitel als Gravel-Profi auf. Wir sprechen über seinen Weg vom Straßenradsport zum Abenteuer abseits des Asphalts, die Herausforderungen im Gravel-Sport und seine Ziele für die Zukunft.#CelebrateYourRide mit Koona 45, dem alkoholfreien Bier gemacht für RadsportlerInnen. https://koona.co/Wenn ihr die Autsaid Podcasts finanziell unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon machen. Link zu Patreon!Instagram: Paul Voß Mads Würtz Schmidt

In dieser Folge des Autsaid Podcasts tauche ich zusammen mit Dr. Sebastian Rösler tief in die Welt des Heat Trainings ein: Was genau steckt dahinter, welches Ziel verfolgt man damit, und kann es vielleicht sogar ein Höhentrainingslager ersetzen? Außerdem sprechen wir darüber, wie Pauls letzte Saison noch einmal komplett umgedreht haben und welche Erkenntnisse wir daraus gezogen haben.Ein weiteres heißes Thema: Warum setzen wir jetzt auf ein Höhentrainingslager – und was versprechen wir uns davon? Zudem diskutieren wir, ob das Messen von Laktat im Training wirklich der neue Hype ist oder nur eine weitere Modeerscheinung im Ausdauersport.Hört rein für spannende Insights und geballtes Know-how aus dem Training!Dazu habe ich noch den Organisator vom Rad am Gravel Rennen am Mikrofon mit Infos zur Veranstaltung. Dazu hauen wir noch einen Rabattcode raus über 25% auf die Anmeldegebühr bis zum 31.03.2025. Code: VOSSGeht dazu auf https://radamring.de/disziplinen/gravel-race/Mehr Infos zu Koona findet ihr auf https://koona.co/. Wir starten unsere Vorbestellungsphase mit unserer ersten, stark limitierten Auflage von 6.000 Dosen. Die Dosen werden spätestens Mitte April an Euch geliefert. Celebrate your ride!Wenn ihr die Autsaid Podcasts finanziell unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon machen. Link zu Patreon!Instagram: Paul Voß Dr. Sebastian Rösler Rad am Ring Koona

Paul ist wieder gesund und zurück am Podcast-Mikrofon. Zu Gast ist Marei Moldenhauer. Marei hat nicht nur das diesjährige Atlas Mountain Race bei den Frauen gewonnen, sondern nebenbei auch noch einen neuen Streckenrekord aufgestellt. Warum sie nach ihrem Erfolg nun verletzungsbedingt pausieren muss und wie sie überhaupt auf die Ultra-Distanz gekommen ist, erfahrt ihr im Podcast. Wenn ihr die Autsaid Podcasts finanziell unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon machen. Link zu Patreon!Mehr Infos zum Rad am Ring Gravel Rennen findet ihr hier.Instagram: Paul Voß Marei Moldenhauer

US Gravel Pro and famous equipment tinkerer Chase Wark joined us in the studio to talk about BWR Arizona where he just finished in the top 10. We also preview the upcoming early spring US races Valley of Tears and Mid South. Other topics we touched upon: Chase's and Drew Dillman’s new team Lunchbox Racing, the Tires Chase saw in Arizona, and gravel's lacking talent development infrastructure. And we got a Hotdish recipe.Recipe: Tater Tots Thomas Euler Chase WarkSupport us on Patreon! Much appreciated.

The gravel racing season has kicked off! Paul and Thomas sat down on Sunday night, just as (spoiler alert 🚨) Paul had raced right onto the podium of Santa Vall, the first European race of the Gravel Earth Series. We cover what happened at Santa Vall, including Annika Langvad’s impressive return to racing, Paul's days, and some gossip from the streets of Girona.The weekend's second notable gravel race also unfolded in Spain, where Carolin Schiff won the Castellon Gravel Race. We also talk about (and  tease) the little we know from there. Thomas Euler Paul VossSupport us on Patreon! Much appreciated.

Paul war zu Gast bei Carolin Schiff in Palma. Die beiden sprechen über die Veränderungen, die Carolin für 2025 vorgenommen hat und wie sehr sie das Training auf der Rolle "liebt". Außerdem gibt es ein paar Gerüchte über die kommenden Gravel-Weltmeisterschaften in Frankreich. Am Ende des Podcasts hat Paul noch Björn Müller, Geschäftsführer von 3Rides, zu Gast. Björn informiert uns über die Änderungen des Datums, der Strecke und was verbessert wurde.Wenn ihr die Autsaid Podcasts finanziell unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon machen. Link zu Patreon!15% Rabatt auf alle Rennen und Rides bei 3Rides (limitiert auf 50 Startplätze) mit dem Code: Q_T68GCU auf  https://3rides.de/.Instagram: Carolin Schiff Paul Voß 3Rides

The Gravel Earth Series is growing. The 2025 edition features more races than ever before. Many of the new additions to the series are established races in the US and Canada. That’s certainly not a coincidence, is it?To learn more about the series, its philosophy and ambitions, and to preview the upcoming season, Thomas invited Klassmark’s Maya Noriega on the show. Many will have seen her in the series’ content, from Instagram to live streams. Besides being actively involved in telling the Gravel Earth Series story, Maya is a cyclist and gravel OG herself. So, there is nobody better to talk to about the races, the contenders, and a whole lot more.Instagram: Maya Noriega Gravel Earth Series Thomas EulerSupport us on Patreon! Much appreciated.Watch the newest Autsaid YouTube video about Paul's participation at the German Cyclocross Championships. Click here!

Geht mit Marcel Meisen der letzte Fahrer einer goldenen deutschen Cyclocross-Generation? Paul hat mit dem ehemaligen U23 Cyclocross Weltmeister Philipp Walsleben und dem 9-fachen Deutschen Meister Marcel Meisen zwei seiner frühen Weggefährten in den Podcast geholt. Wir haben darüber gesprochen, wie wir uns kennen gelernt haben, wie wir unseren Weg gemacht haben und wie es um den deutschen Cyclocross Sport bestellt ist.Das neuste Autsaid YouTube Video über die deutschen Cyclocross Meisterschaften ist jetzt verfügbar. LinkWenn ihr den Autsaid Podcast, den Gracing Podcast oder die YouTube Projekte unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon tun.Instagram: Paul Voß Autsaid Marcel Meisen Philipp WalslebenFalls Ihr Bock auf Ausaid Merch habt, dann findet Ihr das im Shop.

Are you missing gravel racing? Can't you wait for the new season to start? Then this one is for you. Thomas invited Andrew Vontz back on the show to talk about off-season Gossip (or the lack thereof), some notable moves, current trends in the pros’ training, their predictions for the 2025 gravel season, and much more.Instagram:  Andrew Vontz ThomasSupport us on Patreon! Much appreciated.Watch the newest Autsaid YouTube video about Paul's participation at the German Cyclocross Championships. Click here!

Ein neues Jahr bringt oft Veränderungen mit sich. Für mich bedeutet das, dass ich mit Rose Bikes einen neuen Radpartner an meiner Seite habe. Ich erzähle euch, warum ich von Orbea zu Rose gewechselt bin.Zusammen mit meinem Gast, Anatol Sostmann, dem Brand und Product Director von Rose Bikes, sprechen wir darüber, wie die Firma Rose entstanden ist, welchen Marktanteil Gravel Bikes haben und welche anderen Top-AthletInnen sie unter Vertrag genommen haben.Wenn ihr den Autsaid Podcast, den Gracing Podcast oder meine YouTube Projekte unterstützen wollt, dann könnt ihr das jetzt auf Patreon tun.PatreonLink zu den Tickets für die European Connect Trail Filmpremiere.Instagram: Paul Voß AutsaidFalls Ihr Bock auf Ausaid Merch habt, dann findet Ihr das im Shop.

The 2024 gravel season may be over but we still have a mission: handing out the first ever Autsaid Awards 🏆 Other sports have MVPs and Allstars. Why doesn't gravel racing? That's what we thought! So, we went ahead and created seven awards that we now want to award - with your support. On the latest episode of the Gracing podcast (yep, our race talk now has a proper name), special guest Amanda Naumann, Paul Voss and Thomas Euler made their picks for each award. This constitutes the shortlist.And now we ask you, the community, to select the winners from that. Starting today, you can vote for an award every day in the Autsaid Instagram Stories. Winners will be announced after the community vote has closed. Support us on Patreon! Much appreciated.Amanda's Podcast Groadio!Instagram: Paul Voss Amanda Naumann Thomas Euler Autsaid