Ask A Cycling Coach - Trainerroad Podcast

Professional triathlete and IRONMAN commentator, Matt Lieto, and your podcast hosts recorded a special episode to chop up Grinduro, one of the most interesting races on the calendar that you need to know about, and their preparation for one of the toughest climbs on earth, Mauna Kea. Topics covered: • Triathlon and gravel racing • A triathlete’s take on The Downieville Classic • What makes Downieville unique • Why training with bigger tires can make you faster on race day • The thing you should focus on in technical terrain • How triathletes can get more comfortable on the bike • What is Grinduro? • A new racing format we should all know about. • Race strategy for Grinduro • How to pace yourself during Grinduro • What gearing to use for Grinduro? • Which bike is best for Grinduro? • Nutrition tips for Grinduro • What you need to know before racing Grinduro • Paceline etiquette • Raceday morning mistakes to avoid • Why Chad dropped Nate at Grinduro • A trick to getting faster Grinduro stage times • Pros chasin