686: Are Pogačar And Van Der Poel From Another Planet? | GCN Show Ep. 686
From Global Cycling Network by Global Cycling Network (GCN)
March 3, 2026 · 44 min · Episode 686
About this episode
The episode discusses the dominance of Tadej Pogačar and Mathieu van der Poel in cycling, along with new product insights and cycling-related news.
This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the incredible dominance of riders like Tadej Pogačar and Mathieu van der Poel, asking if they are truly "extraterrestrial" compared to the rest of the peloton. We also bring you the first look at the brand-new Shimano Tiagra groupset and discuss a controversial UCI disqualification involving bent brake levers. Plus, we celebrate a massive 1-million-bike milestone with World Bicycle Relief and unbox a very special surprise from YouTube!
Topics covered
- rider dominance
- Shimano Tiagra groupset
- UCI disqualification
- World Bicycle Relief
- cycling milestones
Keywords
- Pogačar
- van der Poel
- Shimano Tiagra
- UCI
- World Bicycle Relief
- cycling news
- bike milestones
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Shimano, World Bicycle Relief, YouTube, UCI
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