Hell of the North, Heaven for Fans: Paris-Roubaix 2025
Get ready for chaos, cobbles, crashes and cycling history! In this week’s episode of The Wheelhouse, we break down the epic men’s and women’s 2025 Paris-Roubaix. From Mathieu van der Poel’s three-peat domination to Pauline Ferrand-Prévot’s fairy-tale French victory, this year’s Hell of the North dished out drama in spades.
We dive into:
Van der Poel VS Pogačar: the battle, the crash, the bidon(!)
PFP’s emotional win and Vos the perfect teammate
Slippery cobbles, brutal crashes, and wild equipment choices
The heartbreak (sorry, Kopecky)
Why Paris-Roubaix 2025 will go down as one of the most unforgettable in history
The Herald Sun Tour is back!
Whether you’re a die-hard Roubaix fan or new to the pavé party, this recap has it all—analysis, banter, and behind-the-scenes gems. Hit play and relive the carnage, courage and cobbled glory with us.
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What went wrong Wout? Longo Borghini wins, Sakakibara shines again & Fabulous Flanders!
Wout van Aert’s rough start – cramping at Dwars door Vlaanderen and tactical misfires.
Elisa Longo Borghini wins at Dwars door Vlaanderen – showing the field how it’s done.
Mads Pedersen’s insane 55km solo at Gent-Wevelgem (his third win there!) – because who needs a peloton?
Primož Roglič turns back the clock at Volta a Catalunya, edging out rising star Juan Ayuso.
Mathieu van der Poel demolishes the E3 Saxo Classic field – pure dominance on the cobbles.
Tour of Flanders preview – our spicy picks and bold predictions for the men’s and women’s races.
Aussie Track Nationals wrap – celebrating Kai Sakakibara’s inspiring comeback and Ella Liang’s record-smashing ride.
The Amy Gillett Foundation sets the record straight – tackling media myths, pushing ANCAP for cyclist-inclusive safety ratings, and standing up for cyclists when journalists get it wrong.
Beyond for Traction – a quick shoutout to an epic charity ride that’s pushing limits for a great cause for kids.
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Pogacar to Paris-Roubaix, an epic Milan-San Remo, Caleb Ewan’s still got it
Recorded live at Track Nats from the Anna Meares Velodrome, hosts Katherine Bates and Scott McGrory unpack a massive week in cycling.
• The epic men’s and women’s Milan-San Remo – the attacks, the Aussie results, and Van der Poel’s brilliance
• Pogacar’s shock announcement to ride Paris-Roubaix in the rainbow jersey – what it means for the sport
• Caleb Ewan’s emotional first win for Ineos and what it signals for his season
• The inaugural ProVelo Super League comp wraps up – with Scott on the ground sharing the highs, the champions, and what’s next
• Aussie Track Nationals headlines from Anna Meares Velodrome
• The sudden axe of the Track Champions League – what went wrong?
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Who will win Milan San Remo? ProVelo goes down to the wire and all the usual mayhem!
Join Katherine Bates, Hendricus Vogels and Merckxy for an action-packed episode of The Wheelhouse Cycling Podcast as they break down cycling’s craziest week of drama, laughs, and unforgettable moments!
In this episode:
Paris–Nice Chaos: Matteo Jorgenson clinches overall victory amidst icy drama
Aussie Pride: Michael Storer battles blizzard-like conditions to a gritty solo stage win at Paris–Nice with the help of an old favourite.
Sock Wars: Astana’s rainbow-coloured socks ignite a hilarious debate online—are they genius tactics or just cycling’s latest fashion faux pas?
Emerging Star: 22-year-old Juan Ayuso proves he's a future Grand Tour contender by taking an impressive victory at Tirreno–Adriatico.
Italian Hat-trick: Elisa Balsamo secures a dramatic third career victory at Trofeo Alfredo Binda, but Demi’s not happy
Milan San Remo: Will Pogi be King of the Poggio?
Pro Velo super league: It’s almost a wrap, who will score the win, the Factor bike, and the World Tour spot
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Strade Bianche, a chilly start to the Spring classics & ProVelo's Harbour City GP
Welcome to The Wheelhouse Cycling Podcast!
This week, Joel Spreadborough, Henk Vogels, Katherine Bates and Producer "Merckxy" are back, covering everything from the dusty roads of Strade Bianche 2025 to the high-speed crits of the Pro Velo Harbour City GP.
• Strade Bianche 2025 Recap – Tadej Pogačar makes history with his third Strade Bianche victory, surviving a brutal crash and launching an unstoppable attack. Meanwhile, Demi Vollering takes down Anna van der Breggen in a tactical masterclass.
• Should Pogačar Ride Paris-Roubaix? – Pogi’s been teasing his Roubaix debut on social media—should he risk it, or focus on Grand Tours? We break down the history of GC riders at Roubaix and what this could mean for cycling.
• Spring Classics Watch – Who’s looking strong ahead of E3 Saxo Bank Classic, Gent-Wevelgem, and Tour of Flanders? We analyze the form of Wout van Aert, Mathieu van der Poel, and Julian Alaphilippe.
• Pro Velo Harbour City GP Recap – Cameron Scott dominates the men’s race, while Alli Anderson takes the women’s overall title in a thrilling battle. Find out who made an impact in Australia’s ProVelo Super League and what it means for the future of the sport.
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