Dot Comms

Dot Commshttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dot-comms--6499208Welcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented and Produced by Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier / @acier.cc / www.acier.cc).]]>enSportsCopyright Dot Commshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3e0755340a5d674b195eca97a816a4f1.jpgDot Commshttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dot-comms--6499208Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:06:28 +0000Dot CommsDot Commsdotcommspod@gmail.comWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a...Welcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented and Produced by Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier / @acier.cc / www.acier.cc).]]>falseaef9b7f8-110f-5a5a-a7ce-e582d77c6f2cepisodicOn The Dot 004. Previewing Silk Road Mountain Race & Badlands with Nathalie Baillon. Plus Colorado Trail Race, Via Race and more!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-dot-004-previewing-silk-road-mountain-race-badlands-with-nathalie-baillon-plus-colorado-trail-race-via-race-and-more--73975284
On the Dot is Dot Comms’ race-dedicated show where we review the recent action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future.For this episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Nathalie Baillon to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.

With Nathalie we look forward to the action at the upcoming Silk Road Mountain Race and Badlands, including her experience of riding both.Further races that are recapped include:

Colorado Trail Race
Via Chapter III

And there are dots to watch at:

GBDURO
Transiberia
Pain au Chocolat
Mountains of the Merfynion

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73975284Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:34:13 +0000Dot CommsOn the Dot 004. Previewing Silk Road Mountain Race and Badlands with Nathalie Baillon. Plus Colorado Trail Race, Via Chapter III & more! On the Dot is Dot Comms’ race-dedicated show where we review the recent action and look ahead at dots to...
On the Dot is Dot Comms’ race-dedicated show where we review the recent action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future.For this episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Nathalie Baillon to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.

With Nathalie we look forward to the action at the upcoming Silk Road Mountain Race and Badlands, including her experience of riding both.Further races that are recapped include:

Colorado Trail Race
Via Chapter III

And there are dots to watch at:

GBDURO
Transiberia
Pain au Chocolat
Mountains of the Merfynion

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>3588falsefullEpisode 018 - Talking Transcontinental Race No12. With Co-Host Millie Gibbons, Esther Lloyd & Conor McKenzie.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-018-talking-transcontinental-race-no12-with-co-host-millie-gibbons-esther-lloyd-conor-mckenzie--73545114DotWatcher.
Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Millie Gibbons, Web Developer at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we talk through some of the highlights from Transcontinental Race No12 with guests :

Esther Lloyd: Contributor to the DotWatcher commentary of TCRNo12, finisher of TCRNo11 and TPRNo4.

Conor McKenzie: Editor of the DotWatcher Substack and ultra-cyclist who was winner of The Capitals in 2025.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73545114Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:28:19 +0000Dot CommsDot Comms is the audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.
Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Millie Gibbons, Web Developer at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we talk through some of the highlights from Transcontinental Race No12 with guests :

Esther Lloyd: Contributor to the DotWatcher commentary of TCRNo12, finisher of TCRNo11 and TPRNo4.

Conor McKenzie: Editor of the DotWatcher Substack and ultra-cyclist who was winner of The Capitals in 2025.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>4324falsefullOn The Dot 003. Previewing Transcontinental Race No12 with Jana Kesenheimer. Plus Via Chapter III & Bright Midnight and more!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-dot-003-previewing-transcontinental-race-no12-with-jana-kesenheimer-plus-via-chapter-iii-bright-midnight-and-more--72988398
For this episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Jana Kesenheimer to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.Races that are recapped include:

Three Peaks Bike Race
Bright Midnight

And there are dots to watch at:

Transcontinental Race No12
Via Chapter III

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72988398Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:32:05 +0000Dot CommsOn the Dot is Dot Comms’ race-dedicated show where we review the recent action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future. For this episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Jana Kesenheimer to provide some expert analysis, hot...
For this episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Jana Kesenheimer to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.Races that are recapped include:

Three Peaks Bike Race
Bright Midnight

And there are dots to watch at:

Transcontinental Race No12
Via Chapter III

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>3230falsefullDot Comms x Seek Travel Ride - Tour de France (Randonneur) Special - Samuel Thompson’s Record Breaking True Tour of France.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dot-comms-x-seek-travel-ride-tour-de-france-randonneur-special-samuel-thompson-s-record-breaking-true-tour-of-france--72871080@touriste.routier), recounts his experience of completing the Tour de France Randonner, as well as his cycling journey to this point and the philosophy behind his approach.

Established in 1958, the Tour de France Randonneur is essentially a permanent Randonnée demarcated by 61 control points (often in emblematic locations such as Omaha Beach, Carrefour de l’Arbre, and the Col du Tourmalet) that leads riders on a roughly 4,800km true tour of France.

Thank you to Bella Molloy for allowing us to share this episode with you and check out the Seek Travel Ride podcast for other inspiring recollections of journeys by bicycle.

For more information on Samuel’s Tour de France Randonneur, see:

https://www.acier.cc/tdfr https://dotwatcher.cc/race/the-touriste-routier
https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/touriste-routier
https://www.hauteprovenceinfo.com/actualite-47770-manosque-samuel-thompson-tour-de-france-randonneur-en-12-jours-et-13h
https://www.usmetrocyclotourisme.fr/tdf-2025/thompson-samuel-2073-gb-finisher]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72871080Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:10:35 +0000Dot CommsIn this special episode, originally featured on the Seek Travel Ride Podcast in August 2025, host of Dot Comms, Samuel Thompson (https://www.instagram.com/touriste.routier/?__pwa=1), recounts his experience of completing the Tour de France Randonner,...@touriste.routier), recounts his experience of completing the Tour de France Randonner, as well as his cycling journey to this point and the philosophy behind his approach.

Established in 1958, the Tour de France Randonneur is essentially a permanent Randonnée demarcated by 61 control points (often in emblematic locations such as Omaha Beach, Carrefour de l’Arbre, and the Col du Tourmalet) that leads riders on a roughly 4,800km true tour of France.

Thank you to Bella Molloy for allowing us to share this episode with you and check out the Seek Travel Ride podcast for other inspiring recollections of journeys by bicycle.

For more information on Samuel’s Tour de France Randonneur, see:

https://www.acier.cc/tdfr https://dotwatcher.cc/race/the-touriste-routier
https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/touriste-routier
https://www.hauteprovenceinfo.com/actualite-47770-manosque-samuel-thompson-tour-de-france-randonneur-en-12-jours-et-13h
https://www.usmetrocyclotourisme.fr/tdf-2025/thompson-samuel-2073-gb-finisher]]>6822falsefullEpisode 017 - Tour Divide Review. With Co-Host Amanda Wishart, Paola Berber & Susie Douglas.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-017-tour-divide-review-with-co-host-amanda-wishart-paola-berber-susie-douglas--72804838DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Amanda Wishart, Web Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we we review the Tour Divide with guests from the Old Man Mountain Experimental Bikepacking Team :

Paola (Poli) Berber: adventure cyclist, environmental manager, and community organiser born and raised in Mexico City.

Susie Douglas: Mountain biker of all formats, Director of Operations for Wildfire International, and ultimately Jill of All Trades: living a life filled with remote adventure and unconventional career pursuits with bikepacking the thread that ties it all together.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72804838Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:10:24 +0000Dot CommsDot Comms is the audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Amanda Wishart, Web Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we we review the Tour Divide with guests from the Old Man Mountain Experimental Bikepacking Team :

Paola (Poli) Berber: adventure cyclist, environmental manager, and community organiser born and raised in Mexico City.

Susie Douglas: Mountain biker of all formats, Director of Operations for Wildfire International, and ultimately Jill of All Trades: living a life filled with remote adventure and unconventional career pursuits with bikepacking the thread that ties it all together.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>5450falsefullOn The Dot 002. Tour Divide Preview With Meaghan Hackinen & Nicky Shaw. Plus Trans Balkan Race DQ Discussion & More!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-dot-002-tour-divide-preview-with-meaghan-hackinen-nicky-shaw-plus-trans-balkan-race-dq-discussion-more--72435548
On the Dot is Dot Comms’ race-dedicated show where we review the recent action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future.

For this episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Meaghan Hackinen to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.

Races that are recapped include:

Trans Balkan Race
Kromvojoj
Nordic Chase

And there are dots to watch at:

Tour Divide
La Peripherie
Transpyrenees (Transiberica)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
- DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
- Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72435548Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:50:47 +0000Dot CommsOn the Dot 002 - June 2026. Recapping Trans Balkan Race & Kromvojoj. Previewing Tour Divide, La Peripherie and Transpyrenees (Transiberica). And much more. With Nicky Shaw & Meaghan Hackinen. On the Dot is Dot Comms’ race-dedicated show where...
On the Dot is Dot Comms’ race-dedicated show where we review the recent action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future.

For this episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Meaghan Hackinen to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.

Races that are recapped include:

Trans Balkan Race
Kromvojoj
Nordic Chase

And there are dots to watch at:

Tour Divide
La Peripherie
Transpyrenees (Transiberica)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
- DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
- Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>3026falsefullEpisode 016 - When Gravel Meets Ultra. With Co-Host Kitty Dennis, Angus Young & Adam Jordan.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-016-when-gravel-meets-ultra-with-co-host-kitty-dennis-angus-young-adam-jordan--72342359DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Kitty Dennis, Managing Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we discuss the crossover space where gravel and ultra meet with:

Angus Young: One of the most accomplished riders in the ultra scene. FKT holder for the Eastern Divide (9,575km) and European Divide (7,600km), winner of HT550 and Dales Divide and now organiser of ÆthelredUltra.

Adam Jordan: Ex-pro road racer who turned to gravel and has participated in the Gravel World and European Championships. In ultra cycling he was winner of Basajaun in 2025, first pair at Badlands 2025 and second at Seven Serpents Quick Bite in 2026.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72342359Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:24:50 +0000Dot CommsDot Comms is the audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Kitty Dennis, Managing Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we discuss the crossover space where gravel and ultra meet with:

Angus Young: One of the most accomplished riders in the ultra scene. FKT holder for the Eastern Divide (9,575km) and European Divide (7,600km), winner of HT550 and Dales Divide and now organiser of ÆthelredUltra.

Adam Jordan: Ex-pro road racer who turned to gravel and has participated in the Gravel World and European Championships. In ultra cycling he was winner of Basajaun in 2025, first pair at Badlands 2025 and second at Seven Serpents Quick Bite in 2026.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>5734falsefullOn The Dot 001. Lost Dot 101, HT550, Hellenic Mountain Race & More! With Nicky Shaw & Rob Gardiner.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-dot-001-lost-dot-101-ht550-hellenic-mountain-race-more-with-nicky-shaw-rob-gardiner--72097380On The Dot is Dot Comms’ brand new race-dedicated show where we review the recent ultra-cycling action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future. For this first episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Rob Gardiner to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.

Races that are recapped include:

Highland Trail 550
Lost Dot 101
Mittelgebirge Classique
Wild West Country

And there are dots to watch at:

Hellenic Mountain Race
Trans Balkan Race
Race Through Poland
Kromvojoj
Utrecht Ultra
Aethelred Ultra

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72097380Thu, 21 May 2026 12:37:17 +0000Dot CommsOn The Dot is Dot Comms’ brand new race-dedicated show where we review the recent ultra-cycling action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future. For this first episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Rob Gardiner to provide some...On The Dot is Dot Comms’ brand new race-dedicated show where we review the recent ultra-cycling action and look ahead at dots to watch in the near future. For this first episode Samuel Thompson is joined by Nicky Shaw and Rob Gardiner to provide some expert analysis, hot takes, inside info and occasional wild speculation.

Races that are recapped include:

Highland Trail 550
Lost Dot 101
Mittelgebirge Classique
Wild West Country

And there are dots to watch at:

Hellenic Mountain Race
Trans Balkan Race
Race Through Poland
Kromvojoj
Utrecht Ultra
Aethelred Ultra

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>3781falsefullEpisode 015 - How Hard is Too Hard? With Co-Host Kirsten Cluley, Nelson Trees, Jenny Tough & Hélène Fromenty.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-015-how-hard-is-too-hard-with-co-host-kirsten-cluley-nelson-trees-jenny-tough-helene-fromenty--71903202DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Kirsten Cluley, Race Coordinator at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask how hard is too hard in ultra-cycling events with guests:

Hélène Fromenty: First female finisher at the Trans Pyrenees Race, finisher of Silk Road Mountain race as a pair, and women’s podium finishes at Desertus Bikus and French Road 66, all in 2025.

Jenny Tough: Adventurer, storyteller and mountain lover. Twice first female finisher at Silk Road Mountain Race (2018, 2021) and first woman in the inaugural Atlas Mountain Race (2020). Author of Solo, chronicling her 2021 challenge to run, solo and unsupported, across a mountain range on every continent.

Nelson Trees: Founder of the Mountain Races series, renowned as some of the most prestigious and challenging ultra-cycling races in the world. Including this year’s new addition, the Taurus Mountain Race in Turkey. On the bike he has finished twice in the Top 10 at TCR and finished 4th in the Highland Trail 550 in 2018.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71903202Thu, 07 May 2026 08:32:40 +0000Dot CommsDot Comms is the audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Kirsten Cluley, Race Coordinator at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask how hard is too hard in ultra-cycling events with guests:

Hélène Fromenty: First female finisher at the Trans Pyrenees Race, finisher of Silk Road Mountain race as a pair, and women’s podium finishes at Desertus Bikus and French Road 66, all in 2025.

Jenny Tough: Adventurer, storyteller and mountain lover. Twice first female finisher at Silk Road Mountain Race (2018, 2021) and first woman in the inaugural Atlas Mountain Race (2020). Author of Solo, chronicling her 2021 challenge to run, solo and unsupported, across a mountain range on every continent.

Nelson Trees: Founder of the Mountain Races series, renowned as some of the most prestigious and challenging ultra-cycling races in the world. Including this year’s new addition, the Taurus Mountain Race in Turkey. On the bike he has finished twice in the Top 10 at TCR and finished 4th in the Highland Trail 550 in 2018.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>5791falsefullEpisode 014 - How Many Races Are Too Many? with Co-Host Amanda Wishart, Rich Rothwell, Chris Mehlman & Gail Brown.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-014-how-many-races-are-too-many-with-co-host-amanda-wishart-rich-rothwell-chris-mehlman-gail-brown--71060882DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Amanda Wishart, Web Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask how many ultra-cycling races are too many with guests:

Rich Rothwell - One of the most experienced endurance riders there is, at times accompanied by his teenage son, James. He is also a coach with Advance Cycling Coaching and organises The Land Between, a 320 mile self-support ultra-distance bikepacking event from Northumberland, UK.
Chris Mehlman - Endurance MTB and gravel rider who has gradually shifted towards longer events, achieving impressive results such as 4th in Unbound XL, 3rd at Badlands 2025 and 4th at AMR 2026.
Gail Brown - A physio who works with the GB Olympic team and accomplished ultra-distance rider having completed events such as the Transcontinental Race, Tour Divide and was 3rd overall in the fully self-sufficient 2020 version of GBDURO in 2020.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71060882Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:43:26 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to...DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Amanda Wishart, Web Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask how many ultra-cycling races are too many with guests:

Rich Rothwell - One of the most experienced endurance riders there is, at times accompanied by his teenage son, James. He is also a coach with Advance Cycling Coaching and organises The Land Between, a 320 mile self-support ultra-distance bikepacking event from Northumberland, UK.
Chris Mehlman - Endurance MTB and gravel rider who has gradually shifted towards longer events, achieving impressive results such as 4th in Unbound XL, 3rd at Badlands 2025 and 4th at AMR 2026.
Gail Brown - A physio who works with the GB Olympic team and accomplished ultra-distance rider having completed events such as the Transcontinental Race, Tour Divide and was 3rd overall in the fully self-sufficient 2020 version of GBDURO in 2020.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>5464falsefullEpisode 013 - Do We Need Mandatory Sleep Periods? with Co-Host Nicky Shaw, Rémy Hurdiel, Ana Orenz & Juliana Buhring.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-013-do-we-need-mandatory-sleep-periods-with-co-host-nicky-shaw-remy-hurdiel-ana-orenz-juliana-buhring--70477066DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Nicky Shaw, Contributing Editor at DotWatcher (@nicky_._shaw)

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask whether there is a requirement for mandatory sleep periods in self-supported ultra-distance events with guests:

Rémy Hurdiel: PhD in Sports Science and researcher at the Université du Littoral Côte d'Opale in Dunkirk, France with more than 15 years experience in the field of sleep and fatigue risk management for ultra-endurance athletes.
Juliana Buhring: Organiser of Two Volcano Sprint, Guinness World Record breaker as the fastest woman to circumnavigate the globe in 2012 and bestselling author.
Ana Orenz: Experienced ultra-distance rider with an impressive palmares including Top 10 overall finishes at 2VS, Transiberia and Transpyrenees.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70477066Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:47:47 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to...DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Nicky Shaw, Contributing Editor at DotWatcher (@nicky_._shaw)

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask whether there is a requirement for mandatory sleep periods in self-supported ultra-distance events with guests:

Rémy Hurdiel: PhD in Sports Science and researcher at the Université du Littoral Côte d'Opale in Dunkirk, France with more than 15 years experience in the field of sleep and fatigue risk management for ultra-endurance athletes.
Juliana Buhring: Organiser of Two Volcano Sprint, Guinness World Record breaker as the fastest woman to circumnavigate the globe in 2012 and bestselling author.
Ana Orenz: Experienced ultra-distance rider with an impressive palmares including Top 10 overall finishes at 2VS, Transiberia and Transpyrenees.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>4637falsefullEpisode 012 - Do Sponsored Athletes Receive an Advantage? With Co-Host Millie Gibbons, Jana Kesenheimer, Jack Howker & Jan-Willem Bobbink.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-012-do-sponsored-athletes-receive-an-advantage-with-co-host-millie-gibbons-jana-kesenheimer-jack-howker-jan-willem-bobbink--69808786DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Millie Gibbons, Web Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask whether sponsored riders receive an advantage in ultra-distance events with guests:

Jana Kesenheimer - Two time fastest women at The Transcontinental Race (6th overall in 2025), brand ambassador for Specialized, Rapha and others.
Jack Howker - Co-founder of Albion and veteran of events such as HT550 and Fat Viking.
Jan-Willem Bobbink - Organiser of The Unknown Race and experienced ultra-distance rider.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69808786Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:01:55 +0000Dot CommsDot Comms is the audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to http://acier.cc to find...DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Millie Gibbons, Web Editor at DotWatcher

In this episode’s Roundtable we ask whether sponsored riders receive an advantage in ultra-distance events with guests:

Jana Kesenheimer - Two time fastest women at The Transcontinental Race (6th overall in 2025), brand ambassador for Specialized, Rapha and others.
Jack Howker - Co-founder of Albion and veteran of events such as HT550 and Fat Viking.
Jan-Willem Bobbink - Organiser of The Unknown Race and experienced ultra-distance rider.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>5059falsefullEpisode 011 - The Dot Comms Alternative Awards with Co-Host Kitty Dennis, Niel Copeland & Mel Webb.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-011-the-dot-comms-alternative-awards-with-co-host-kitty-dennis-niel-copeland-mel-webb--69352079DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Kitty Dennis, Managing Editor at DotWatcher

In this special episode we bring you the Dot Comms Alternative Awards, highlighting those who may not get the attention they merit, giving recognition for performances and gestures that don’t fit into the typical awards boxes and just recalling some amusing anecdotes. Bringing their dotwatching expertise to assist with handing out the awards are:

Niel Copeland - coach with Turn Cycling, athlete who has done pretty much every ultra-distance event out there, bike fitter, race reporter and recipient of the DotWatcher Best DotWatcher award in 2024.
Mel Webb - Host of the Detours podcast, official roving race reporter for the Mountain Races, previous participant at SRMR, AMR & HMR and winner of the DotWatcher 2025 Documentation Award.

Niel Copeland - coach with Turn Cycling, athlete who has done pretty much every ultra-distance event out there, bike fitter, race reporter and recipient of the DotWatcher Best DotWatcher award in 2024.
Mel Webb - Host of the Detours podcast, official roving race reporter for the Mountain Races, previous participant at SRMR, AMR & HMR and winner of the DotWatcher 2025 Documentation Award.

Brian Alder - Creator of Tour Te Waipounamu and experienced cyclist having ridden events including the Tour Divide, Silk Road Mountain Race & the Trans Pyrenees Race.
Hannah Simon - Ultra-distance athlete with prestigious results worldwide including first female at Silk Road Mountain Race in 2024 (9th overall) and completing the US Triple Crown Challenge in 2023.
Adrian O’Sullivan - Organiser of the TransAtlanticWay and veteran of the Transcontinental race & Trans America Bike Race.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Acier article on year-round heat training: https://www.acier.cc/knowledge/should-you-be-heat-training-year-round]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68875920Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:00:56 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to...DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Kirsten Cluley, Race Coordinator at DotWatcher (@kirstencluley)

In this episode’s Roundtable we compare and contrast the two main ultra-distance bikepacking worlds - the grassroots scene originating from the US or the European-style formally organised events with guests:

Brian Alder - Creator of Tour Te Waipounamu and experienced cyclist having ridden events including the Tour Divide, Silk Road Mountain Race & the Trans Pyrenees Race.
Hannah Simon - Ultra-distance athlete with prestigious results worldwide including first female at Silk Road Mountain Race in 2024 (9th overall) and completing the US Triple Crown Challenge in 2023.
Adrian O’Sullivan - Organiser of the TransAtlanticWay and veteran of the Transcontinental race & Trans America Bike Race.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Acier article on year-round heat training: https://www.acier.cc/knowledge/should-you-be-heat-training-year-round]]>3594falsefullEpisode 009 - Are Ultra-Distance Events Too Expensive? w/ Co-Host Amanda Wishart, Katie-Jane L'Herpiniere, Dominik Bokstaller & Will Pomeroyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-009-are-ultra-distance-events-too-expensive-w-co-host-amanda-wishart-katie-jane-l-herpiniere-dominik-bokstaller-will-pomeroy--68443400DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Amanda Wishart, Web Editor at Dotwatcher (@amandawish.art)

In this episode the Roundtable we ask whether ultra-distance events are too expensive, with guests:

Katie-Jane L’Herpiniere, multi-disciplinary adventurer and organiser of the Alps Divide
Dominik Bokstaller, co-founder of the Cake Movement and experienced ultra-distance racer
Will Pomeroy, organiser of the Great Western Randonnée Audax UK events

Katie-Jane L’Herpiniere, multi-disciplinary adventurer and organiser of the Alps Divide
Dominik Bokstaller, co-founder of the Cake Movement and experienced ultra-distance racer
Will Pomeroy, organiser of the Great Western Randonnée Audax UK events

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Acier article on Core: https://www.acier.cc/knowledge/the-core-central-to-ultra-distance-cycling-success]]>3582falsefullRobin Gemperle & Meaghan Hackinen in Conversation: A Collaboration with Apidura.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/robin-gemperle-meaghan-hackinen-in-conversation-a-collaboration-with-apidura--68236524DotWatcher.

In this special episode in collaboration with Apidura, Zoe Mcintosh, Apidura Social Media Specialist, hosts a conversation between Apidura riders and Silk Road Mountain Race 2025 winners, Robin Gemperle and Meaghan Hackinen. They ask each other questions about the race and ultra-distance cycling in general, as well as delving into some never-before-shared tips and tricks and shining a light on what it is like to be at the pointy end as two of the most accomplished off-road racers in the sport.

This episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68236524Thu, 23 Oct 2025 06:14:49 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. In this special episode in collaboration with Apidura, Zoe Mcintosh, Apidura Social Media Specialist, hosts a conversation between...DotWatcher.

In this special episode in collaboration with Apidura, Zoe Mcintosh, Apidura Social Media Specialist, hosts a conversation between Apidura riders and Silk Road Mountain Race 2025 winners, Robin Gemperle and Meaghan Hackinen. They ask each other questions about the race and ultra-distance cycling in general, as well as delving into some never-before-shared tips and tricks and shining a light on what it is like to be at the pointy end as two of the most accomplished off-road racers in the sport.

This episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/]]>3266falsefullEpisode 008 - Fastest Known Times with Co-Host Nicky Shaw, Jade Saskia Simpson-Field & Metheven Bond.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-008-fastest-known-times-with-co-host-nicky-shaw-jade-saskia-simpson-field-metheven-bond--67982200DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by: Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by: Nicky Shaw, Contributing Editor at Dotwatcher (@nicky_._shaw)

In this episode the Roundtable is a wrap-up of the Transcontinental Race, with guests:

Jade Saskia Simpson-Field, Winter Lakeland 200 & Pennine Bridleway N-S FKT holder (@jade_saskia).
Metheven Bond, Ribble Outliers gravel team racer & FKT holder for the Trans Cambrian Way (@metheven_bond)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Fastest Known Times website: https://fastestknowntimes.org.uk/
Ultracyclists for Palestine: @ultracyclistsforpalestine]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67982200Thu, 02 Oct 2025 07:12:42 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to...DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by: Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier, @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by: Nicky Shaw, Contributing Editor at Dotwatcher (@nicky_._shaw)

In this episode the Roundtable is a wrap-up of the Transcontinental Race, with guests:

Jade Saskia Simpson-Field, Winter Lakeland 200 & Pennine Bridleway N-S FKT holder (@jade_saskia).
Metheven Bond, Ribble Outliers gravel team racer & FKT holder for the Trans Cambrian Way (@metheven_bond)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Fastest Known Times website: https://fastestknowntimes.org.uk/
Ultracyclists for Palestine: @ultracyclistsforpalestine]]>3599falsefullEpisode 007 - Transcontinental Race No11 Wrap-Up with Co-Host Millie Gibbons, Conor McKenzie & Rob Gardiner.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-007-transcontinental-race-no11-wrap-up-with-co-host-millie-gibbons-conor-mckenzie-rob-gardiner--67629353 DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier / @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Millie Gibbons, Web Developer at Dotwatcher (@milliegibbons)

In this episode the Roundtable is a wrap-up of Transcontinental Race No11, with guests:

Rob Gardiner, Follow My Challenge UK Franchise lead & Co-founder of The Perfidious Albion events (@robgardinercyclist)
Conor McKenzie, DotWatcher contributor & winner of The Capitals 2025 (@conormckenzie)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/

Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/

Sarah Bosslet's 'Run for Moko' Fundraiser: https://www.powerofbicycles.org/fundraisers/RunforMoko/power-of-bicycles-us

Can Sleep Deprivation be Trained?: https://www.acier.cc/knowledge/can-sleep-deprivation-be-trained]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67629353Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:38:17 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, in partnership with https://dotwatcher.cc/. This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to... DotWatcher.

This month’s episode is supported by Acier who provide ultra-distance specific coaching and consulting services. Go to Acier.cc to find out more.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented & Produced by:
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@touriste.routier / @acier.cc)

Co-hosted by:
Millie Gibbons, Web Developer at Dotwatcher (@milliegibbons)

In this episode the Roundtable is a wrap-up of Transcontinental Race No11, with guests:

Rob Gardiner, Follow My Challenge UK Franchise lead & Co-founder of The Perfidious Albion events (@robgardinercyclist)
Conor McKenzie, DotWatcher contributor & winner of The Capitals 2025 (@conormckenzie)

David Ayre, Race Director at Lost Dot (@ayredw).
Jaimi Wilson, first woman finisher/22nd overall at TCRNo9 and second woman/30th overall at TCRNo10 (@jaimi.wilson).

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67108787Fri, 25 Jul 2025 08:16:30 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by DotWatcher. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world. In this special episode we...
Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world.

In this special episode we preview the 11th edition of the Transcontinental Race, which describes itself as ‘the definitive self-supported bicycle race across Europe’ with guests:

David Ayre, Race Director at Lost Dot (@ayredw).
Jaimi Wilson, first woman finisher/22nd overall at TCRNo9 and second woman/30th overall at TCRNo10 (@jaimi.wilson).

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk]]>2541falsefullEpisode 006 - Balancing Risk and Reward in Ultra-Distance Cycling Events with James Hayden, Kerry MacPhee & Ian To.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-006-balancing-risk-and-reward-in-ultra-distance-cycling-events-with-james-hayden-kerry-macphee-ian-to--67097335DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable looks at balancing risk and reward in ultra-distance events, with guests:

James Hayden, winner of the Transcontinental race in 2017 & 2018, event organiser and founder of JMH Mentoring (@jamesmarkhayden)
Kerry MacPhee, former professional mountain biker, turned competitive ultra-distance racer (@kerrymacphee)
Ian To, veteran ultra-distance cyclist and organiser of the Via Race (@iultracycling)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67097335Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:11:15 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable looks at balancing risk and reward in ultra-distance events, with guests:

James Hayden, winner of the Transcontinental race in 2017 & 2018, event organiser and founder of JMH Mentoring (@jamesmarkhayden)
Kerry MacPhee, former professional mountain biker, turned competitive ultra-distance racer (@kerrymacphee)
Ian To, veteran ultra-distance cyclist and organiser of the Via Race (@iultracycling)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspodor via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk]]>3521falsefullEpisode 005 - Choosing Your First Ultra-Distance Event with Charlotte Inman & Tom Levy.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-005-choosing-your-first-ultra-distance-event-with-charlotte-inman-tom-levy--66494620DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on choosing your first ultra-distance event, with guests:

Charlotte Inman, Founder of the UK arm of Sisters In the Wild (@charlotte_inman_)
Tom Levy, Founder of All Pace Races (@tom_levy_triathlon)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Sisters in the Wild: https://sistersinthewild.com/
All Pace Races: https://www.allpaceraces.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66494620Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:09:29 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on choosing your first ultra-distance event, with guests:

Charlotte Inman, Founder of the UK arm of Sisters In the Wild (@charlotte_inman_)
Tom Levy, Founder of All Pace Races (@tom_levy_triathlon)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Sisters in the Wild: https://sistersinthewild.com/
All Pace Races: https://www.allpaceraces.com/]]>3412falsefullEpisode 004 - No Fly Rules: Necessary or Exclusionary? with India Landy, Alan Goldsmith & Andrew Phillips.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-004-no-fly-rules-necessary-or-exclusionary-with-india-landy-alan-goldsmith-andrew-phillips--65857044DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting) Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on No Fly Rules and whether are they necessary or exclusionary, with guests:

India Landy, ultra-endurance athlete (@indialandy)
Alan Goldsmith, organiser of the Highland Trail 550 (@ht550alan)
Andrew Phillips, race director of Lost Dot (@thenight_train)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email:dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Five Minutes With… India Landy: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/five-minutes-with-india-landy
Highland Trail 550 website: https://highlandtrail550.weebly.com/
The Accursed Race website: https://www.lostdot.cc/race-brand/the-accursed-race]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65857044Fri, 02 May 2025 15:36:56 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting) Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on No Fly Rules and whether are they necessary or exclusionary, with guests:

India Landy, ultra-endurance athlete (@indialandy)
Alan Goldsmith, organiser of the Highland Trail 550 (@ht550alan)
Andrew Phillips, race director of Lost Dot (@thenight_train)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email:dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links:

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Five Minutes With… India Landy: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/five-minutes-with-india-landy
Highland Trail 550 website: https://highlandtrail550.weebly.com/
The Accursed Race website: https://www.lostdot.cc/race-brand/the-accursed-race]]>3517falsefullEpisode 003 - Media Coverage of Self-Supported Ultra-Distance Events with Meaghan Hackinen, Rob Gardiner & James Robertson.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-003-media-coverage-of-self-supported-ultra-distance-events-with-meaghan-hackinen-rob-gardiner-james-robertson--65247506DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on media coverage of ultra-distance self-supported event with guests:

Meaghan Hackinen, ultra-cyclist and writer (@meaghanhackinen)
Rob Gardiner, Event Director & Founder of The Perfidious Albion and UK franchiser for Follow My Challenge (@robgardinercyclist)
James Robertson, photographer of events including the Transcontinental Race, the TransAtlantic Way & Two Volcano Sprint (@jprobertson)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Meaghan Hackinen’s website: https://meaghanhackinen.com/
The Perfidious Albion events: https://theperfidiousalbion.cc/
James Robertson’s website: https://www.jamesrobertson.co.uk/
(James’ book, ‘It's a Race - Imagery of the Transcontinental Race is on sale for £15 including shipping to the UK: https://www.jamesrobertson.co.uk/itsarace)

DotWatcher article announcing the UK Triple Crown: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/the-uk-triple-crown
Tracking for the Tour de L’Oz: https://dotwatcher.cc/race/tour-de-loz-2025
DotWatcher Roundtable article on the role of the media crew: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/roundtable-the-role-of-the-media-crew]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65247506Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:54:21 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc)

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on media coverage of ultra-distance self-supported event with guests:

Meaghan Hackinen, ultra-cyclist and writer (@meaghanhackinen)
Rob Gardiner, Event Director & Founder of The Perfidious Albion and UK franchiser for Follow My Challenge (@robgardinercyclist)
James Robertson, photographer of events including the Transcontinental Race, the TransAtlantic Way & Two Volcano Sprint (@jprobertson)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Meaghan Hackinen’s website: https://meaghanhackinen.com/
The Perfidious Albion events: https://theperfidiousalbion.cc/
James Robertson’s website: https://www.jamesrobertson.co.uk/
(James’ book, ‘It's a Race - Imagery of the Transcontinental Race is on sale for £15 including shipping to the UK: https://www.jamesrobertson.co.uk/itsarace)

DotWatcher article announcing the UK Triple Crown: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/the-uk-triple-crown
Tracking for the Tour de L’Oz: https://dotwatcher.cc/race/tour-de-loz-2025
DotWatcher Roundtable article on the role of the media crew: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/roundtable-the-role-of-the-media-crew]]>5100falsefullEpisode 002 - Promoting Diversity Through Positive Action with Seun Alaba, Athlyn Cathcart-Keays & Taylor Doyle.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-002-promoting-diversity-through-positive-action-with-seun-alaba-athlyn-cathcart-keays-taylor-doyle--64506669DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc).

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on promoting diversity through positive action with guests:

Seun Alaba, Ultra Distance Scholarship recipient (and cheesecake connoisseur) (@seun.alaba)
Athlyn Cathcart-Keays, founder of the Roll Models mentorship initiative (@athlynck) (@_rollmodels)
Taylor Doyle, Media Manager at Lost Dot and founder of the Ultra Distance Scholarship (@tay.velo) (@ultradistancescholarship)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Ultra Distance Scholarship: https://ultradistancescholarship.com/
Roll Models: https://relieved-event-6cb.notion.site/Roll-Models-1483c1d0481380488bcaf61633068969?pvs=73
Five Minutes With… Ted King: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/five-minutes-with-ted-king
Five Minutes With… Lee Endres: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/five-minutes-with-lee-endres
Cycling's most sensitive issue - Why saddle discomfort is one of the most pressing, and silent, barriers to entry for female cyclists: https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/cyclings-most-sensitive-issue-why-saddle-discomfort-is-one-of-the-most-pressing-and-silent-barriers-to-entry-for-female-cyclists/
Lost Dot Podcast (Women Who Race): https://open.spotify.com/show/68zVLiE9OGRN36zrUaeTfU
DotWatcher Roundtable article on positive action: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/roundtable-positive-action-bikepacking-races]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64506669Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:50:46 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc).

In this episode the Roundtable is focussed on promoting diversity through positive action with guests:

Seun Alaba, Ultra Distance Scholarship recipient (and cheesecake connoisseur) (@seun.alaba)
Athlyn Cathcart-Keays, founder of the Roll Models mentorship initiative (@athlynck) (@_rollmodels)
Taylor Doyle, Media Manager at Lost Dot and founder of the Ultra Distance Scholarship (@tay.velo) (@ultradistancescholarship)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod
or via email: dotcommspod@gmail.com

Links

DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Ultra Distance Scholarship: https://ultradistancescholarship.com/
Roll Models: https://relieved-event-6cb.notion.site/Roll-Models-1483c1d0481380488bcaf61633068969?pvs=73
Five Minutes With… Ted King: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/five-minutes-with-ted-king
Five Minutes With… Lee Endres: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/five-minutes-with-lee-endres
Cycling's most sensitive issue - Why saddle discomfort is one of the most pressing, and silent, barriers to entry for female cyclists: https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/cyclings-most-sensitive-issue-why-saddle-discomfort-is-one-of-the-most-pressing-and-silent-barriers-to-entry-for-female-cyclists/
Lost Dot Podcast (Women Who Race): https://open.spotify.com/show/68zVLiE9OGRN36zrUaeTfU4784falsefullEpisode 001 - Winter Ultra-Distance Cycling with Miron Golfman, Nina Gässler & Graeme Raeburn.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-001-winter-ultra-distance-cycling-with-miron-golfman-nina-gassler-graeme-raeburn--64003075DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc).

In this first episode the Roundtable is focussed on ultra-distance racing in the winter with guests:

Miron Golfman. Ultra distance racer, including winner of Iditarod Trail Invitational 2023 & 2024 (@miron_golfman)
Nina Gässler. Organiser of Fat Viking and owner of Geilo Aktiv (@nina_geiloaktiv)
Graeme Raeburn. Lead product designer at Albion (@graeme_raeburn)

Get in touch via our Instagram page: @dotcommspod

Links:
DotWatcher website: https://dotwatcher.cc/
Acier Coaching & Consulting website: https://www.acier.cc/
Peak Bikefitting website: https://www.peakbikefitting.co.uk

Miron Golfman personal website: https://mirongolfman.com/
Fat Viking website: https://www.fat-viking.com/en
Geilo Aktiv: https://www.geilo-aktiv.com/en
DotWatcher Winter Layering Q&A With Graeme Raeburn: https://dotwatcher.cc/feature/winter-layering-q-and-a-with-graeme-raeburn]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64003075Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:23:13 +0000Dot CommsWelcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by https://dotwatcher.cc/. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable...DotWatcher.

Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport.

Presented by:
Lee Endres of Peak Bikefitting (@peak_bikefitting)
Samuel Thompson of Acier Coaching & Consulting (@acier.cc).

In this first episode the Roundtable is focussed on ultra-distance racing in the winter with guests:

Miron Golfman. Ultra distance racer, including winner of Iditarod Trail Invitational 2023 & 2024 (@miron_golfman)
Nina Gässler. Organiser of Fat Viking and owner of Geilo Aktiv (@nina_geiloaktiv)
Graeme Raeburn. Lead product designer at Albion (@graeme_raeburn)