Ep. 15: Wait, Contador Is The Good Guy?

FromThe Slow Ride: A Cycling Podcast

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Ep. 15: Wait, Contador Is The Good Guy?

FromThe Slow Ride: A Cycling Podcast

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Jun 30, 2014

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The tour is coming! In this episode we analyze the best of the week and worst of the week in cycling, and we break down everything you need to know about the favorites in our amazingly insightful TdF preview.

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Jun 30, 2014

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A comedy show about pro bike racing? A racing show with comedy? Even we're not sure. These three cycling aficionados met a decade ago as bike messengers and have spent countless hours racing, and more importantly discussing the finer qualities of all things bicycles, cycling culture and bike racing ever since. Join the conversation.

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