CyclistCyclist Magazine Podcast episode 113: Nico Roche on Tadej Pogaar, La Vuelta and being the son of Stephen RocheThis week on the Cyclist Magazine Podcast, James and Will are joined by Nico Roche. Nico was a pro rider from 2004 to 2021 and is a two-time Vuelta a Espaa stage winner.His long and successful career saw him have spells at Sky, AG2R and SaxoBank, among others. The Vuelta was Nicos favourite race he thrived in the heat so we kick off by asking what makes that race so special, and does it get the respect it deserves? Today, Nico is a top cycling pundit and gravel racer, so the conversation really gets around the houses in expert fashion, from his assessment of Tadej Pogaar to team dynamics to the evolution of training. Then things get personal, as Nico discusses what it was like being a young pro with Stephen Roche as your father.We thoroughly enjoyed this one; Nico was a wonderful guy to talk to and very generous with his time, so thanks Nico! And to you, dear listener, we hope you enjoy as much as we did.Interview begins at 6min 52sec.Listen toCyclist Magazine Podcast episode 113 now on AcastCheck outall episodesAlso available wherever you get your podcastsDid you knowCyclistis also stunning monthly magazine? Subscribe now atstore.cyclist.co.uk/cycpodand get every issue for less than in the shops, delivered straight to your door. Related Posts Cyclist Magazine Podcast episode 112: Chris Lawless, Team Sky pro turned Saint Piran DS Cyclist Magazine Podcast episode 111: Dimitris Katsanis makes the worlds fastest bikes The Power of Three: Stephen Roche profile Vuelta a Espaa 2024: Route, start list, how to watch and all you need to know The post Cyclist Magazine Podcast episode 113: Nico Roche on Tadej Pogaar, La Vuelta and being the son of Stephen Roche appeared first on Cyclist.