Cyclocross 2024-25 season review | Cyclocross Social Podcast S6E59

In the latest episode of the cyclocross social podcast Noah and Issam come together to discuss the latest UCI points system reform. They talk about the implications of the UCI points reform, in which cyclocross points will count towards the road relegation battle

Noah and Issam are back! After a brief break, they cover the MTB world cup weekend in Nove Mesto. They discuss the preparation of Van der Poel towards the race, and what he needs to change to prevent such crashes. Further, they cover Puck Pieterse's XCC win and the Giro of Wout van Aert!

In the latest cyclocross social podcast Noah and Issam discuss the race to sign junior talent, and how this creates pressure for young riders

In the latest episode of the cyclocross social podcast, Noah sits down with Filip Bezdek. Filip is a photographer and social media creator for the Czech federation. Together, they discuss the current state of Czech cyclocross, covering the racing scene and the most prominent talents.Follow Filip on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filip.bezdek/Cyclocross Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4EdliPzyz4BiG7fQipWZsO?si=54ed3c67ca804acf

In the latest episode of the cyclocross social podcast Noah and Issam cover some road racing! They cover Puck Pieterse's Ardennes campaign, as well as Yara Kastelijn and Silvia Persico. They then shift attention to the future of Charles Liégeois.00:00 Opening01:06 Pieterse's Ardennes classics16:10 Persico & Kastelijn26:49 Charles Liégeois future

Noah and Issam cover the spring classics campaign of Wout van Aert. They discuss his preparation, results and lasting effects from the crash. They also cover Van der Poels MTB plans00:00 opening00:58 Van Aert's spring24:00 Van der Poel MTB32:55 Ending

Noah and Issam discuss the Flemish spring classics before shifting the discussion to a new partnership between Lotto and Deschacht. They discuss the deal, the broader trend this represents and where this leaves Pauwels Sauzen.00:00 Flemish classics19:40 Lotto-Deschacht partnership

Noah and Issam take a seat for a long discussion on the future of cyclocross. They delve into the process of the IOC election, and cover the potential effects it will have on the olympic ambitions of cyclocross. Noah also leverages his marketing degree to discuss how the sport can better position itselfOur substack article: https://cyclocrosssocial.substack.com/p/inside-cyclocross-32-winter-olympics00:00 Opening & San Remo07:20 IOC Elections and impact on CX22:42 Questions about CX at the Winter Olympics46:08 Marketing in Cyclocross

With the cyclocross season now in the rearview mirror, Noah and Issam get back together and discuss the season. They go over the season, covering key dynamics based on a few key races!

Noah and Issam cover the final race of the cyclocross season, the sluitinsprijs Oostmalle! They reflect on the career of Sanne Cant, the win of Nieuwenhuis and the financial aspect of the sport.00:00 opening00:48 Womens race14:30 Mens race27:32 Ending