It’s Day 04 of the Transcontinental Race and many riders are now deep into France, collecting their second stamps at CP2 and making the most of local boulangeries. With the pack stretching further across the map, both control cars were busy tracking down riders to hear how they’re holding up.
From damp, sleep-deprived mornings spent huddled in cafés to moments of joy on familiar roads, we check in with racers facing all shades of the TCR experience — some chasing warmth and croissants, others simply happy to be here, turning pedals and finding rhythm in the chaos.
This year's podcast host is the legendary Jenny Tough.
We invite you to follow along with our race coverage through this daily podcast, our daily race reports, and on TCR Instagram.
TCRNo11 tracking and race reports here: https://www.lostdot.cc/tcr
Hosted and produced by Jenny Tough.
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TCRNo11 // Day 03
Welcome to the Transcontinental Race; the definitive self-supported bicycle race across Europe. It’s Day 03 and CP1 officially closed this morning after a final wave of late-night and early-morning arrivals. Race Reporters were on the ground, speaking to riders still digging deep to earn that stamp.
In this episode, Jake and Andrew unpack the demands of Parcours 2 and the strategic route choices shaping the race. We check in with bursary rider Lis, now riding solo with quiet strength, and hear from the tandem pair whose teamwork and humour continue to power them forward.
The race moves through the Pyrenees — and the shape of TCRNo11 is starting to emerge.
This year's podcast host is the legendary Jenny Tough.
We invite you to follow along with our race coverage through this daily podcast, our daily race reports, and on TCR Instagram.
TCRNo11 tracking and race reports here: https://www.lostdot.cc/tcr
Hosted and produced by Jenny Tough.
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TCRNo11 // Day 02
It’s Day 02 of the Transcontinental Race and the mid-pack is steadily rolling through Control Point 1. Jake and Sophie catch stories of resilience, determination, and riders tackling adversity with a positive mental attitude — spirits are high and the community vibe is unmistakable. Up front, the women’s race is exciting, with the leading riders riding through CP1. There’s genuine stoke in the air—they're not just racing hard, they're proud to be racing hard with each other.
Listen in as the race begins to stretch out, and the first chapter of TCRNo11 takes shape.
This year's podcast host is the legendary Jenny Tough.
We invite you to follow along with our race coverage through this daily podcast, our daily race reports, and on TCR Instagram.
TCRNo11 tracking and race reports here: https://www.lostdot.cc/tcr
Hosted and produced by Jenny Tough.
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TCRNo11 // Day 01
It’s Day 01, and Race Reporters Sophie and Jake are out on the road—Sophie pedalling her Brompton, Jake jogging alongside riders—capturing voices from the early race. Riders share stories from their first night out: from sleeping under the stars for the very first time, to spending the night in a graveyard toilet. A TCR birthday is celebrated, and Spain’s rich supply of food and drink is keeping morale high. As the top-ten riders reach Control Point 1, the media team is there to capture the sounds of their breathless arrivals.
Listen in as the race begins to stretch out, and the first chapter of TCRNo11 takes shape.
This year's podcast host is the legendary Jenny Tough.
We invite you to follow along with our race coverage through this daily podcast, our daily race reports, and on TCR Instagram.
TCRNo11 tracking and race reports here: https://www.lostdot.cc/tcr
Hosted and produced by Jenny Tough.
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TCRNo11 // Race Day
Welcome to the Transcontinental Race; the definitive self-supported bicycle race across Europe. At the sharp end it is a beautifully hard bicycle race, simple in design but complex in execution. Factors of self reliance, logistics, navigation and judgement burden racers’ minds as well as their physiques. The strongest excel and redefine what we think possible, while many experienced riders target only a finish.
In this Race Day episode, Race Reporters Sophie and Jake are roaming around registration, meeting new faces and catching up with returning riders. While Sophie chats to riders about the road ahead, Jake explores the huge diversity of bikes and mods. Race Director Andrew Phillips briefs the 394 riders before they set off on their journey across the continent.
Caps 376a and 376b, Tom and Gavin, are riding a tandem due to Gavin’s severe sight impairment. They share their aims, expectations, love of cheese and wine, and how they arrived at the startline. Race Coordinator Hannah Larbalestier makes a big announcement off the back of the #100TCRWomen campaign. The riders gather in Santiago’s historic square with a buzz, and the race is on.
This year's podcast host is the legendary, Jenny Tough.
We invite you to follow along with our race coverage through this daily podcast, our daily race reports, and on TCR Instagram.
TCRNo11 tracking and race reports here: https://www.lostdot.cc/tcr
Hosted and produced by Jenny Tough.
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