685: "Cycling Has Never Been So Cheap" (WTF?!) | GCN Show Ep. 685

685: "Cycling Has Never Been So Cheap" (WTF?!) | GCN Show Ep. 685

February 24, 2026 · 48 min · Episode 685

About this episode

The episode discusses the affordability of cycling, the impact of the second-hand market, and unique training methods while sharing personal anecdotes.

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the "prohibitive" cost of cycling and investigate if the sport is actually cheaper than ever thanks to a booming second-hand market. We also explore a bizarre new scientific study suggesting that training in a hot tub could significantly boost your FTP. Plus, Dan recounts the moment he was overtaken by a World Champion while riding flat-out, and we take a look at Shimano’s latest "self-tightening" shoe patent.

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