Building America’s Dream Cycling Team with George Hincapie and Bobby Julich Season 8 Ep. 3
Endurance UnlimitedShow Notes
In this episode, George Hincapie and Bobby Julich joins host Dirk Friel to dive into the ambitious launch of Modern Adventure Cycling—a new American cycling team that’s already making waves on the international stage. With decades of experience racing and leading teams, George Hincapie and Bobby Julich share what inspired them to tackle this monumental project, how they overcame challenges in building their roster, and why fostering a positive team culture matters more than chasing results.
From candid stories about assembling their squad to detailing their unique approach to high performance and athlete development, this episode is a masterclass on leadership, adaptability, and what it means to create opportunities for the next generation of American cyclists. Plus, hear behind-the-scenes moments from training camps in Girona, their unexpected invitations to world-class races, and the philosophy that guides them as they strive not only for podiums, but for lasting impact in the cycling community.
00:00 Power Analysis and Lap Comparison
03:09 "New Devices, Metrics, Automation"
07:50 "Inside Modern Adventure Pro Cycling"
12:04 "Securing the Deal to Start"
13:43 "Selecting Young Cyclists Wisely"
18:14 Supporting Riders, Building Futures
21:40 "Building a Team We Wanted"
24:26 Teamwork Boosts Morale
27:52 "Coaching: Data vs. Connection"
31:58 "Adjusting Plans for Race Invites"
33:11 American Cycling's Ambitious Revival
36:04 "Performance Priorities and Future Goals"
40:20 Emerging American Cyclists in Spotlight
42:54 "Team Unity Drives Success"
47:51 "Maintaining American Presence Abroad"
50:42 "Endurance Unlimited Podcast Sign-Off"
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