AI coaching platforms like TrainerRoad are exploding in popularity—but can they really replace a personal cycling coach? In this episode, we sit down with our own coach, Derek van Hoose, an elite Cat 1 racer with nearly a decade of racing experience, to break down the pros and cons of both AI coaching and human coaching. We cover: Why you might hire a cycling coach (and the misconceptions)The rise of AI coaching tools like TrainerRoad & ROUVYAI vs personal coach — pros, cons, and which mi...
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AI coaching platforms like TrainerRoad are exploding in popularity—but can they really replace a personal cycling coach? In this episode, we sit down with our own coach, Derek van Hoose, an elite Cat 1 racer with nearly a decade of racing experience, to break down the pros and cons of both AI coaching and human coaching. We cover: Why you might hire a cycling coach (and the misconceptions)The rise of AI coaching tools like TrainerRoad & ROUVYAI vs personal coach — pros, cons, and which mi...
📉 Descending: The Most Underrated Skill in Racing
Bespoke Endurance: Cycling Podcast
54 minutes
2 months ago
📉 Descending: The Most Underrated Skill in Racing
We took on the Cherohala Challenge—a 113-mile road race through the mountains of Tennessee with over 11,000 feet of elevation gain. The climbs were brutal, but what surprised us most? The descents. In this episode, we dive into what makes descending such an essential—and often overlooked—skill in cycling. We break down the race experience, what we learned from fast and technical descents, and tips for improving your confidence and speed going downhill. Hit subscribe to follow our journe...
Bespoke Endurance: Cycling Podcast
AI coaching platforms like TrainerRoad are exploding in popularity—but can they really replace a personal cycling coach? In this episode, we sit down with our own coach, Derek van Hoose, an elite Cat 1 racer with nearly a decade of racing experience, to break down the pros and cons of both AI coaching and human coaching. We cover: Why you might hire a cycling coach (and the misconceptions)The rise of AI coaching tools like TrainerRoad & ROUVYAI vs personal coach — pros, cons, and which mi...
