CASTELLI Cycling Podcast
Castelli Cycling
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.
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Categories: Sports & Recreation
Listen to the last episode:
At just 22, Gaia Masetti is already making waves in the women’s WorldTour. With a deep passion for cycling that began in childhood, Gaia has raced in some of the biggest events on the calendar as part of the AG Insurance Soudal team.
In this episode, Gaia reflects on her journey from winning her first race at the age of six to turning pro at just 21. She discusses the challenges she faced along the way, the unwavering support of her family, and how cyclocross helped shape her technical skills on the bike. She shares insights into her favorite Castelli gear, the races she’d like to win one day, what it’s like to race for the national team, and reveals her love for Italian ice cream, pizza, and what's on her curated Spotify playlist.
Join us for an inspiring chat with this rising Italian star!
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
03:12 The Role of Castelli in Professional Cycling
06:04 Training Regimen and Coaching Dynamics
08:58 Racing Preferences: Stage vs. One-Day Races
11:51 Experiences in Major Races and Atmosphere
15:09 Cyclocross and Its Influence on Road Cycling
18:03 Representing Italy: The National Team Experience
20:54 Personal Preferences and Lifestyle as a Cyclist
24:11 Cultural Insights: Food and Music in Gaia's Life
27:01 Family Influence and Support in Cycling
30:06 Future Aspirations
– GUEST –
Gaia Masetti is an Italian professional cyclist riding for AG Insurance–Soudal She has gained recognition for her performances, including a victory at the La Classique Morbihan in 2023. Additionally, she won a gold medal in the mixed team relay at the 2024 European Road Championships and has competed in prestigious events like the Tour de France Femmes and Giro d’Italia Women.
CONNECT
– HOST –
Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso.
CONNECT
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Previous episodes
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44 - GAIA MASETTI | The Rising Italian Star, Positive Vibes All Around! Mon, 21 Oct 2024 - 0h
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43 - SPORTS NUTRITION | RED-S Ep. 2: Optimizing Nutrition, Hydration, and Electrolyte Management Tue, 08 Oct 2024 - 0h
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42 - SPORTS NUTRITION | RED-S Ep. 1: The Silent Performance Killer + TdF Femmes Study Wed, 02 Oct 2024 - 0h
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41 - REGGIE MILLER & MATT LIETO | The Power of Community in Gravel Racing Tue, 10 Sep 2024 - 0h
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40 - JOÃO PAULO DE OLIVEIRA | Super GT Racing, Tokyo Climbs, How to Stay Fit for Motorsports Tue, 27 Aug 2024
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39 - JUSTINE GHEKIERE | A Belgian Star on the Rise Tue, 13 Aug 2024 - 0h
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38 - RECAP | Nutrition Strategies for Fueling Everyday Performance Mon, 05 Aug 2024 - 0h
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37 - SOIGNEUR | The Most Crucial Job in Cycling Fri, 19 Jul 2024 - 0h
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36 - SPORTS NUTRITION | How Much Do Pro Riders Eat? Mon, 15 Jul 2024 - 0h
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35 - PERFORMANCE COACH | Remco Evenepoel, Mastering Training, Recovery, and Technology Mon, 08 Jul 2024 - 0h
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34 - TOUR DE FRANCE | A Brief History of the Race 💛 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 - 0h
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33 - PRESS OFFICER | WorldTour Communication Coach and Storyteller Tue, 18 Jun 2024 - 0h
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32 - THE FASTEST SPRINTER DUO | Tim Merlier and Bert Van Lerberghe Mon, 03 Jun 2024 - 0h
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31 - GIRO d'ITALIA | Pantani's Legendary Attack To Oropa, Hampsten's Epic Day on Gavia, Castelli Innovations Wed, 01 May 2024 - 0h
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30 - CLASSIC CLIMBS | Rocacorba: The Most Celebrated Climb Never Used in a Pro Race Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 0h
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29 - LUKE LAMPERTI | The American Future of the Classics! Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 0h
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28 - TOM STEELS | Life of a Directeur Sportif Tue, 12 Mar 2024
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27 - BIKE MECHANICS | The Unsung Heroes of the WorldTour Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 0h
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26 - CYCLOCROSS | Your Guide To Cyclocross, Paris-Roubaix, How To Ride Cobbles Tue, 30 Jan 2024 - 0h
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25 - MIKEL LANDA | A New Chapter, Climbing Tips, Giro d'Italia  Tue, 23 Jan 2024 - 0h
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24 - REMCO EVENEPOEL | 2024 Season Goals, Training Tips, Off-Season Tue, 09 Jan 2024 - 0h
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23 - SPORTS NUTRITION Ep4 | Winter Training, Indoor Riding, Alcohol vs Performance Wed, 27 Dec 2023 - 0h
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22 - [Bonus] SOUDAL QUICK-STEP, Submit Your Questions Mon, 18 Dec 2023 - 0h
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21 - SPORTS NUTRITION Ep3 | Race Day Fueling, Sports Drinks, Hydration Strategy Tue, 12 Dec 2023 - 0h
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20 - ESPORTS | Zwift Overview, Castelli Events, Riding Gear, Community Wed, 06 Dec 2023 - 0h
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19 - SPORTS NUTRITION Ep2 | What Is the Optimal Diet for Cycling Performance? Wed, 29 Nov 2023 - 0h
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18 - SPORTS NUTRITION Ep1 | Fruits, Veggies, Carbs for Everyday Performance Wed, 22 Nov 2023 - 0h
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17 - ETHAN VERNON | Dressing in Winter, Track Cycling, WorldTour Racing Tue, 07 Nov 2023 - 0h
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16 - The Art of Layering for Cold Weather Cycling Tue, 24 Oct 2023 - 0h
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15 - LAURA PHILIPP | Triathlon - No love at first sight Tue, 10 Oct 2023 - 0h
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14 - Your Gabba and Perfetto Questions Answered Wed, 04 Oct 2023 - 0h
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12 - Gabba Jacket, The Story Of An Icon! Thu, 28 Sep 2023 - 0h
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11 - Unveiling Tuscany Trail Secrets | Epic 500K Unsupported Bikepacking Adventure Tue, 12 Sep 2023 - 0h
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10 - CAMERON WURF | 2023 World Championships, Nice not Hawaii Tue, 05 Sep 2023
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9 - MICHAEL MØRKØV | The Ultimate Lead-Out Man Tue, 22 Aug 2023 - 0h
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8 - MATTEO TRENTIN | 2023 World Championships, Glasgow Thu, 03 Aug 2023 - 0h
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7 - ASHLEIGH MOOLMAN-PASIO | Breaking New Ground in Cycling Thu, 27 Jul 2023 - 0h
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6 - PAOLO BETTINI | Maratona dles Dolomites Thu, 13 Jul 2023 - 0h
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5 - Maratona dles Dolomites, The Ultimate Bike Event Thu, 06 Jul 2023 - 0h
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4 - Q&A | We Take Your Questions! Tue, 27 Jun 2023 - 0h
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3 - KASPER ASGREEN | Journey to Pro-Cycling Mon, 12 Jun 2023 - 0h
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2 - GIRO D'ITALIA | Marginal Gains, Wind Tunnel testing, and more Thu, 25 May 2023 - 0h
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1 - Remco Evenepoel | Transition To Cycling, Giro d’Italia, Aero Road Suits, Wet Weather Gear, and more. Sat, 04 Feb 2023 - 0h