Episode 213: The Time-Crunched Cyclist's Guide to Cyclocross, with Chris Merriam

The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

OVERVIEW
Overview: 'Cross is coming! Coach Adam Pulford talks with Chris Merriam, Team Manager of CXD Trek Bikes, about all things cyclocross, from mistakes 'crossers make to equipment recommendations, key workouts, and race day strategies.
TOPICS COVERED

• Common pre-season training mistakes
• Skill and technique mistakes in training
• What to look for in a cyclocross training group
• Work/life balance with cyclocross racing
• Mistakes in equipment selection
• Race day strategies
• Cyclocross-specific interval training

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LINKS
Social media:
CXD IG: https://www.instagram.com/cxdtrekbikes/
CXHairs IG = https://www.instagram.com/cxhairs/
Resources:
CXHairs Bulletin on Substack: https://cxhairs.substack.com/
DCCX: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057314694024

HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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1. Episode 213: The Time-Crunched Cyclist's Guide to Cyclocross, with Chris Merriam (00:00:00)

2. Time Crunch Cyclist (00:00:07)

3. Strategic Cyclocross Planning and Training (00:07:24)

4. Cyclocross Training and Skill Development (00:17:29)

5. Race Preparation and Performance Habits (00:21:21)

6. Cyclocross Racing Tips and Equipment (00:30:51)

7. Optimizing Cyclocross Training and Racing (00:36:40)

8. Trek and CXR Media Promotion (00:46:10)