Join us as we take an in-depth view into the life that was is and will be with the South African icon in cycling - Ryan Gibbons. He has led out greats like Tadej Pogacar, competed in all the world tours and swept up local honours at home in South Africa.

We start with a statement as Ryan shows Dave what real out the saddle sprint form looks like and settles into a beautiful trip around the Peninsula of Cape Town.

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0:00 The Opening Sprint

2:25 Intro: Ryan "Gibbo" Gibbons

3:17 Riding Style

3:47 Vuelta Stage 20: 60km Solo in the Mountains

5:31 Career Highlights & First Pro Win

8:42 What It Was Like Racing Alongside Pogacar

10:45 Why Cycling Is Actually a Team Sport

13:37 Best Teammates: Cavendish, Pogacar & Mads Pedersen

17:54 Classics vs Grand Tours

19:20 Paris-Roubaix

22:09 Coffee in Scarborough

25:35 Looking After South Africans in the European Peloton

30:42 Injuries, Concussions & When the Body Speaks

33:31 Why Do Pros Make the Sacrifice? The Real Answer

35:01 The Unsung Heroes: Partners of Professional Athletes

39:50 The Retirement Decision: Making the Call

43:38 Falling Back in Love With Cycling

47:46 Ryans next Chapter

51:02 Cape Town Stacks Up Against the World's Best Roads

58:17 The Cyclist vs Driver Problem: Road Safety in SA

1:01:40 Why Belgium Respects Cyclists & We Don't

1:06:32 His Sons First Ride

1:09:56 The Cannondale Lab 71: Full Breakdown

1:25:29 Pro’s Social Life

1:41:42 Closing