Podcast: Stories from Europe with Robin Carpenter

Rally rider Robin Carpenter divulges his secrets to making it in the breakaways, and considers the future of domestic road racing.

Photo: Getty Images

Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app.



Welcome to the VeloNews cycling podcast, where we discuss the latest trends, news, and controversies in the world of cycling.

American Robin Carpenter found himself in the deep end of the European peloton this past season. His Rally Pro cycling team made a big push to race more in Europe, and Carpenter has plenty of exciting stories from the experience.

He explains how he manages to find breakaways that succeed, what it is like to be up against WorldTour heavies, and why pro cyclists always get married in October.

This episode of the VeloNews podcast is sponsored by Health IQ. To get a free quote and save money on life insurance, go to HealthIQ.com/velonews

Popular on Velo