SOIGNEUR | The Most Crucial Job in Cycling

It's the final Tour de France episode, we're taking a deep dive into the most crucial job in cycling—the soigneur. Are they a butler? A friend? A rider's mum?We chatted with Kevin Verstaen, an experienced soigneur working for Soudal Quick-Step, who described the role as looking after the welfare of team members and being a "cyclist laborer."Soigneur stories often include humorous and challenging moments, and they usually see the riders more than their own family. Ultimately, a good soigneur is worth their weight in gold.Despite the long hours and demanding tasks, the role is fulfilling for those who love the sport, with good soigneurs being invaluable to the team.Hope you’ll enjoy this episode! Chapters00:00 Introduction 01:50 Kevin Verstaen's Journey into Cycling07:37 A Typical Day at the Tour13:01 Logistics at the Finish Line18:07 The Feed Zone and Bottles21:56 Setting Up the Hotel24:54 Remco Evenepoel25:14 The Riders Suitcase, Asgreen, Mørkøv 27:01 Massage and Building Trust35:21 Gianni Moscon, Apple Farming 36:17 Ending  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to the CASTELLI podcast, your exclusive access to the iconic brand that has revolutionized how pro-riders dress and pushed the boundaries of cycling clothing performance for decades. This is the pod you never knew you needed, whether you're a roadie, triathlete, mountain biker, graveler, track rider, or someone who simply loves commuting on your city bike.In each episode, we are joined by people from the world of cycling to learn the best practices for peak performance, how to dress, share riding stories, and hear firsthand what new and innovative products are in the works and get a glimpse into Castelli's almost 150 years of history.Whether you already live and breathe the cycling lifestyle or are looking to dust off your bike and get back out there, we've got you covered.New episodes are released every other Tuesday. Listen to the show on your preferred podcast platform. Reach out to us on social media @castellicycling or email us at podcast@castelli-cycling.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.