The podcast where Women’s Cycling Takes the Lead! Powered by KDM Endurance Coaching, hosts Saar De Reu and Kristof De Muynck dive into the world of women’s cycling, from cyclocross mud to velodrome speed and the endurance of road racing. With previews, reviews, and interesting guest, 'She Rides' brings you closer to the action and stories behind the sport.
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EP 57 – Racing to Win, Nothing Less: Meet Elisa Longo Borghini
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1:29:33Saar and Kristof enter the new year with a bang as Elisa Longo Borghini, one of the best riders of the last decade, joins them on the podcast. From her first races inspired by her brother to winning monuments, Grand Tours and Olympic medals, Elisa looks back on a remarkable career and speaks openly about setbacks, pressure and motivation. She refle…
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EP 56 - Lucinda Brand Rules Christmas, 2026 Awaits
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1:59:27This week Saar and Kristof look back at the Christmas period in cyclocross, with Lucinda Brand’s dominance front and center and a closer look at the riders catching the eye. They also talk about Dutch track nationals, beach racing, and other off-season action before turning their attention to 2026. From team changes to expectations, they go through…
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EP 55 - The 2025 She Rides Awards ft. Audrey Cordon Ragot
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1:58:13This week Saar and Kristof are joined by Audrey Cordon Ragot to look back on the season with the She Rides Awards and talk through the moments that defined women’s cycling this year. From dominant performances and emotional post-race interviews to confusing UCI decisions and strong opinions on new jerseys, everything gets discussed. We highlight th…
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EP 54 – From Danish Track Titles to National Paracycling Coach: Meet Amalie Winther Olsen
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1:26:01This week Amalie Winther Olsen joins Saar and Kristof to talk about her journey from multiple-time Danish track champion to national paracycling coach. She shares how she fought her way through the sport without a national team, why she wants young girls to believe they can make it, and the moment coaching opened a new door — all the way to the Par…
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EP 53 - From Weekend Cake Stops to World Records: Meet 4x Worldchampion Erin Boothman
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1:18:09This week Erin Boothman joins Saar and Kristof for a fun chat about her huge year on the bike — and her step up to the Liv AlUla Jayco Continental Team for 2026. At only eighteen, Erin has already won world titles on the track and taken an iconic victory at Wevelgem! She shares what it felt like to realise cycling could become her full-time career,…
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EP 52- From Greeting Cows to Painting on Planes: Meet European Champion Paula Blasi
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1:31:31After six months of trying to match our schedules, UAE ADQ rider Paula Blasi finally joins Saar and Kristof for a wild, honest, and surprisingly hilarious deep dive into her first full year in the WorldTour — and why her rise in cycling hashappened so fast. From discovering the sport after multiple injuries to balancing university, work,and way too…
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EP51 - The Rhythm of The Night ft. Ida Krickau & Yuli van der Molen
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1:04:48This winter track special dives into the fast, loud, and chaotic world of track racing — a part of the season that often gets overlooked while everyone focuses on cyclocross. Ida Krickau shares what it’s really like to step into the elite peloton at 19: longer races, tougher fields, school deadlines, new UCI rules, and the challenge of keeping the …
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Episode 50 brings race results, cross dominance, two rants (yes, justice for Julie!), and the unexpected but brilliant comeback of Lotte Kopecky on the track. Plus transfers, updates, and our usual bias. Rather uneventful week, solid chaos.
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EP 49 - Pathways to the Pro Women’s Peloton: Meet Robin Farina
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1:35:57In episode 49 of She Rides Saar talks with Robin Farina, General Manager of Cynisca, about building real pathways to the pro women’s peloton — and why sustained support and funding matter just as much as talent. Robin shares how Cynisca is creating opportunities for riders to grow, stay in the sport, and chase their full potential. Plus: stay till …
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EP 48 - You Just Have One Brain: Meet Esmee Peperkamp
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1:01:57After a brutal crash and a long fight with concussion symptoms, Esmee Peperkamp opens up about the hardest comeback of her life — and how she found her way back to cycling, and to herself. She talks with Saar and Kristof about the pressure to race again too soon, why concussion care in cycling needs to change, and how recovery taught her to slow do…
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EP 47 - How To (Watch) Gravel ft. Kim Knaeps
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1:02:47Just a few days before this year’s Gravel World Championships, gravel world champion Kim Knaeps (age group 34-39) joins Saar and Kristof to dive into what the gravel scene is really like — and how to watch it with a bit more insight. From discovering cycling during COVID to combining motherhood, work, and training. Kim talks about the pressure that…
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EP 46 - News Roundup with Connie Hayes
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1:04:45Saar is joined by Connie Hayes — back on the podcast and back in the peloton after more than a year out injured. They talk about her return to racing and dig into the biggest stories in women’s cycling right now: from transfers and the uncertain future of Conti teams to the coolest underdog win of the season, Worlds drama, and a look ahead to the u…
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EP 45 - On a Mission to Break the Bad-Luck Cycle: Meet Kim Cadzow
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1:19:20Kim Cadzow went from swimming in New Zealand to racing her bike in Europe — a huge jump that brought culture shocks, tough lessons, and proud moments like pulling on the Kiwi national jersey. She talks about the highs, the setbacks (including her “Miss February” year), and what it really feels like to carry New Zealand on her back. We also chat thr…
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EP 44 - News Roundup: From heartbreak in L’Ardèche to Worlds in Rwanda
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1:00:39Saar and Kristof look back at a chaotic week in l’Ardèche, where strong performances were overshadowed by frustration and heartbreak. They talk about what it means when a rider is physically at their best but no longer enjoying the racing, and how pressure can have such a big influence on people. Between laughter and a few “godverdomme” moments, th…
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Cycling is more than numbers on a results sheet. Karolina Perekitko opens up about how pressure shapes her racing, her self-worth, and her joy on the bike. From linking results to identity, to learning to remember how far she’s come, she shares why it’s time to talk about mental health in cycling — and why happiness matters just as much as performa…
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This week Saar and Kristof chat with Imogen Wolf, 19-year-old rider for Team Visma | Lease a Bike, to reflect on her first season in the WorldTour. From chasing childhood dreams to lining up at Paris–Roubaix and the Tour de France, Imogen shares the highs, the struggles, and the constant learning curve of stepping up from juniors to the pro peloton…
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Eight months later, Saar catches up with Sarah Gigante on her strong but short season - from big wins and polka dot jerseys to beating the best, and the setback that means Sarah 4.0 is loading.
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EP40 - Cyclist Demey, Chef Demey… DS Demey Next? Valerie Demey on Women’s Cycling in Her Final Year as a Pro
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1:09:40In this episode we chat with Valerie Demey, one of the most experienced riders in the women’s peloton. She first got on a bike at 13 and never looked back — racing through the early days when women often rode for nothing more than kit and a borrowed chair at the start line, to now competing in fully professional teams with buses, staff, and packed …
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EP 39 - Because No Race Is Worth Your Future: Clara Koppenburg on Eating Disorders, and her Fight to
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1:21:54Clara Koppenburg’s cycling career started late but took off fast — from a local club in Germany to racing the world’s biggest climbs. But in 2018, chasing peak performance turned into something darker: an eating disorder and Red-S. As the kilos dropped, her results improved… until the cost became too high. She lost her period for nearly six years, …
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EP 38: OHN Winner, Talented Climber & Looking for a Contract – Meet Lotte Claes
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1:34:51After a tough Tour de France Femmes, Lotte Claesjoins Saar to reflect on illness, crashes, and the mental battle of a race that didn’t go to plan. The Omloop HetNieuwsblad winner talks about riding through setbacks, the power of the crowd, and the growing pressure around weight in women’s cycling. She shares honest thoughts on Pauline Ferrand-Prévo…
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In the last episode of Saar on Tour, Saar - is joined by Connie Hayes to unpack a wild and emotional Queen stage. From spray paint mishaps and dodgy 5G to heartache on descents and heartfelt cheering, this finale captures it all. They dive into Sarah’s grit, Van der Breggen’s big move, and the Tour’s unforgettable crowds. It’s a wrap filled with re…
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Saar reports from 4 km before the final finish, reflecting on stage 8 of the Tour de France Femmes. From Gigante’s bold attack to Ferrand-Prévot’s move into yellow, she shares race insights, personal moments in the mountains, and the atmosphere on tour.
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Saar checks in from Col du Plainpalais after a rough morning crash but stays upbeat about the Tour. She talks about Lotte Kopecky making the break, Maeva Squiban winning her second stage in a row, and solid teamwork from AG Insurance. There’s also a breakdown of GC changes, shoutouts to strong rides, and a look ahead to what's next. Honest, persona…
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We dig into how Julie van de Velde controlled nearly an entire Category 1 climb, setting the pace like a pro. Margot stunned everyone (maybe even herself) by finishing 6th among the GC riders—yes, a classics rider climbing with the best. And Sarah? Holding steady in the overall, navigating tricky descents and staying right where she needs to be ahe…
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In today’s episode, Saar reflects on an early GC battle, a day full of crashes, and standout performances — including a strong ride from Sarah, our She Rides of the Day. We take a closer look at AG Insurance’s impressive run so far, the atmosphere on the ground, and a few unexpected behind-the-scenes moments. Plus: a Zwift goody bag surprise, VIP v…
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Stage 4 of the Tour brought sprint chaos, big crowds, and a tough day onthe road. Saar shares what it was like pushing through while feeling under theweather, navigating packed fan zones, and watching the race unfold from theground. Wiebes did what Wiebes does best, another strong break trying to beatSDWorx, and Faulkner’s rough luck continued. The…
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Sprinters, crashes, and a whole lot of She Rides energy. From a chaotic finish in Angers to standout moments on and off the bike — including Margot stealing hearts with a baguette — we break down stage vibes, team tactics, and the emotional rollercoaster that was today’s Tour de France Femmes.
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In this episode, Saar shares what it was like on the ground during stage 2 of the Tour de France Femmes—from early wake-ups to the lack of sunshine to big crowds and cheering on the riders near the start and finish line. She and Tim talk about Mavi Garcia’s amazing solo win—making her the oldest rider ever to win a stage—and how Kim Le Court took t…
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Live from Monréac, Saar recaps a first stage that had it all — early crowds, tough climbs, crashes, comebacks, and one perfectly timed sprint from Marianne Vos. She saw the moment, went all in… and yes — Vos is boss. In this episode: • Reusser’s tough day and why stepping off the bike can be the smartest call • Big rides from the “comeback crew” — …
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In this special Tour de France Femmes preview, we dive deep into every stage,every contender, and every chaotic possibility ahead of the most excitingwomen’s race of the year. Originally set to feature last year’s Lantern Rouge, planstook a sudden turn — our planned guest had completely unsolvable internetissues, and Kristof faced a last-minute wor…
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EP 36 - The More Mountains the Better: Meet Petra Stiasny
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1:02:23Petra Stiasny didn’t grow up dreaming of the peloton — in fact, she didn’t even know competitive women’s cycling existed. Now, she’s a standout climber for Roland Cycling Team and a rising talent in the world tour. She joins us to share her unique journey into the sport, her first pro win, and what it’s like learning everything from scratch — inclu…
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In this episode, rising British star Cat Ferguson joins Saar and Kristof to reflect on her whirlwind journey from junior cycling to competing in the World Tour with Movistar at just 19 years old. Cat shares how she found her way to the bike, why she never doubted she wanted to be a professional athlete, and what it was like to sign a World Tour con…
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EP 34 - Vive le Tour, Vive les Femmes: The Past, Present & Future of Women’s Cycling with Tim de Vries
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1:31:08This week on She Rides, we’re joined by cycling commentator and new author Tim de Vries for a chat full of stories, passion, and the love of racing. Tim talks about how he got hooked on cycling watching Marianne Vos zoom ahead, and what it’s like working behind the scenes at Eurosport, getting ready for every twist, castle, and cobblestone of a big…
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EP 33: Tara Gins on Endometriosis, broken systems & the Nationals
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1:03:34Former pro cyclist Tara Gins joins us to talk about her experience with endometriosis, including riding through pain, collapsing on the bike, and only later being diagnosed after a ruptured cyst. She shares how long it took to get answers and what led her to become an ambassador for endometriosis awareness. We also discuss changes in women’s cyclin…
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In this episode of She Rides, Saar and Kristof are joined by Norwegian cyclist Sigrid from Team Coop-Repsol. Sigrid shares her unique journey into cycling, starting later than most after an injury led her to the sport. She talks about racing in a country where cycling isn’t a big sport, how riding through cold Norwegian winters shaped her, and her …
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In this final episode of TOB Talks, Saar and Kristof chat with South African national champion S’annara Grove for an honest, behind-the-scenes look at life as a continental rider at the Tour of Britain. S’annara shares what it’s really like to fight for your place in the bunch, the mental and physical battles on the wet and brutal Queen stage, and …
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In this episode of TOB Talks, we’re joined by Amy Twigge, soigneur and 'sparring' DS, as we look back on a chaotic Queen stage at the Tour of Britain. Amy shares what it’s like behind the scenes on a Conti team, talks about S’annarah’s strong performance, and reflects on the challenges, emotions, and nonstop hustle of supporting riders through the …
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In this episode, Saar and Kristof catch up with CJ O’Shea Racing’s Katie Scott the evening after Stage 2 of the Tour of Britain. From cyclocross roots to WorldTour roads, Katie shares her journey through the sport, finding joy back in cycling, and what it means to ride all-in as a Conti rider. She talks pain faces, race-day chaos, gravel sectors, a…
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In this episode, Canadian rider Émilie Fortin chats with us just after finishing Stage 1 of the UK’s biggest women’s bike race. She talks about what it’s like racing as part of a smaller Continental team, how tough the WorldTour peloton really is, and why cycling still feels like freedom — even on the hardest days. A down-to-earth look at life insi…
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EP31 - Climbing to the top: Meet Barbara Malcotti
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1:00:31This week on She Rides, we wrap up the Spanish block of racing with a rider who impressed in Burgos — Barbara Malcotti from Human Powered Health. Barbara talks about growing up in an Italian cycling family, breaking her pelvis in 2018, and how resilience and psychological support helped her stay in the sport. She opens up about her role models, her…
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EP 30 - Not Just Building Teams: Natasha Knaven’s Blueprint for Women’s Cycling’s Future
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1:34:31In this episode, we talkwith Natascha Knaven to talk about what needs to change in women’s cycling —and where real progress begins. With years of experience building developmentteams, Natascha explains why focusing only on the top level isn’t enough, andwhy the sport has to grow from the base up. We talk about how young riders needspace to learn an…
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In episode 29 of She Rides, Saar and Kristof talk through the final stages of La Vuelta Femenina and the start of Itzulia Women. They look at Marlen Reusser’s big comeback, Misha Bredewold’s strong season, and FDJ’s teamwork in the mountains. There’s also a look ahead at Lotte Kopecky’s race plans, a chat about whether Grand Tours should be longer,…
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EP 28 - Still a Grey Zone: Gino Devriendt on Nutrition, Performance, and the Gaps in Women’s Sports Science
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1:30:59In this episode, we’re joined by sports nutritionist Gino Devriendt, who shares what it’s like to fuel performance in women’s cycling — from navigating the lack of scientific research to dealing with the sensitivity around weight, body composition, and recovery. Gino opens up about the grey zones in sports science, the hormonal variables still over…
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EP 27 - All Bikes, All the Time: Jose Been on Commentary, and the Power of Women's Cycling
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1:24:28In this episode of She Rides, we talk to cycling commentator José Been about the Spring Classics, Demi Vollering’s decision to speak openly about menstruation, and the pressure the Belgian media places on Lotte Kopecky. We also discuss GP Schellebelle, give a short promo for Jeugdtour Assen, and reflect on what it takes to break into cycling media …
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EP 26 - News Roundup: From Shari Bossuyt to a way too long Amstel Gold Race review, and everything in between
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1:12:32In this episode, Saar and Kristof dive into the latest in women's cycling, breaking down race results, team tactics, and standout performances from recent races. They discuss the exciting Shari Bossuyt announcement, reflect on media influence, and emphasize the need for rider respect. They also makes bold predictions for the upcoming ardeness class…
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EP 25 - Meet Kate Veronneau: Making Women's Cycling Monumental
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1:26:35In this episode of She Rides, hosts Saar De Reu and Kristof sit down with Kate Veronneau, Director of Women’s Strategy at Zwift, to discuss the evolution of women’s cycling. Kate shares her journey from basketball to cycling and her role in bringing events like the Tour de France Femmes and Paris-Roubaix Femmes to the forefront. They talk about the…
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In this episode, Saar catches up with Mieke after the Scheldeprijs, where she managed to recover from a tough crash without serious injuries. They continue their conversation from December, talking about Mieke’s season so far and sharing some crazy spring stories, including one about her race number being stolen. They also discuss the idea that wom…
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EP 23 - Neurodivergent & riding differently: Connie Hayes’s story from inside the peloton
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1:28:19In this episode, Connie Hayes shares her journey navigating cycling as a neurodivergent athlete. She opens up about the challenges of long-term injury, the pros and cons of being neurodivergent in the sport, and her thoughts on the Spring Classics. Connie also discusses what WorldTour teams can learn from the small Conti team, O’Shea Racing. Her st…
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EP22 - The Holy Week Episode: Margot Vanpachtebeke on the Spring Classics and Her Unexpected Rise in Cycling
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1:13:40In this Holy Week episode, we chat with up-and-coming Belgian talent Margot Vanpachtebeke about her breakthrough moment at Brabantse Pijl 2023, where she unexpectedly found herself in the front group. Only three years into cycling, she reflects on her rapid rise, her early years balancing racing with working as a physio, and her pride in making the…
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