Agree. Unfortunately, GCN is a tech-pushing endeavor, and Si didn't look like he knew what to do with the truth. I love ya, GCN, but after years of watching you - you guys have never pushed the "cycle for life and enjoy it" approach over the tech approach that I've seen in any video.
I'm writing of the common-folk. I've seen a number of people leave cycling after always being under the pressure of watts, speed, heart-rate, and other numbers.
Doesn't use race radio Doesn't use power data I love this guy! That is how I think cycling should be. Speed is the only thing that matters. Forget the numbers and just ride your bike.
wow a chill zen-ass dude in TDF :) about time . You use radio.. nah.. disturbs the chi.. u use power meter.. nah numbers give me headache.. why u no aero? not confortable.. ok thx for the interview.. i have to go, my ppl needs me
What an incredibly sympathetic guy! Proof that you still can ride more or less the old-school way and be a pro - I did not know that. You can make a quote out of almost every scentence he says. GCN - best Interview! Thanks a lot for this!
coach: so taylor, what effort level do you wanna work on today? taylor: naaaaaaw dude... coach: what do you mean?? taylor: I tried that once... its not fun... i'm just gonna go fly on my bike... taylor takes off, as team looks on in confusion
I thought Phinney was kinda cool before but I friggin' love him now! His ideals and the language he uses, like riding the wave of the pedal stroke....that's some Bruce Lee shit right there. "I'm a zen-ass dude." - exactly what I was thinking throughout the video. Legend. Speaking of zen-ass dudes, get an interview with Sveino!!
This video solidly affirms my respect for Taylor Phinney. So many quotable, spontaneous moments. Level headed and a good sense of humor. I'm pulling for him.
Great video! Nice to hear a pro less focused on the numbers and more focused on the love of the sport! "Be a slave to speed, because thats all that matters" best quote ever
Awesome interview! Definitely caught Si off-guard with his "I don't look at numbers, no radios" bit... loved Phin's overall attitude. Just get on the bike and pedal!
I'm always so impressed with Taylor Phinney's presence when being interviewed. He is an artist; thoughtful, composed and truly a unique individual. What a cool "zen-ass dude"!
My favourite GCN interview yet. Inspirational! I’m a 57 year old idiot (with an aerospace background) who’s done TTs from 10 miles to 12 hours and the BBAR series on my BMC TM02, and I’ve spent the last month researching power meters. Now I’m wondering what to do with the £1000 that Taylor has just saved me. Loved it. Hire him for GCN. OOhhmmmmmmmm!
I bought a Zipp Sub-9 Disc wheel with the money and just won the trophy for our end of season 2 lap 22 mile handicap event. It’s was windy and it’s a hilly course and afterwards people were saying how they rode their best power. I knocked 20 seconds a lap of my PB by just feeling the speed. Maybe it was the new Zipp wheel, but either way I reckon this GCN video just won me a cup. Thanks!
This guy is a GENIOUS!! Do please interview him at the end of the Tour, but in with a coffee or beer or whatever across the table and ask him anything. It is glorious hear him talking.
I thought I was doing it wrong, because I love riding my TT, but not enthused...a chore riding my regular roadie. Tyler clarifies! Love this zen ass dude.
What an amazing interview! Traditional media corps should be jealous of the quality of this content. WOW. Great performance by interviewer and interviewee - "voices in my head... in the pain cave... This may be a personal q, but..." BRILLIANT!
When he talked about ignoring the power meter numbers and radio voices I was kind of reminded of when Luke Skywalker was about to blow up the Death Star. Eff all the technology and just "feel" it. May the force be with you, Taylor!
best gcn video in a long long time, put more phinney videos. the guy looks like he came back from death and realized this cycling race thing is as stupid as being the animals of the circus. next time let him talk more, let him be himself, let him provide the show, the gcn question were breaking his zen explanation.
HOW could anybody dislike this?!! TP was candid and didn't just give the same lame "canned" answers most of the pro-riders spew out over and over. And he's shown pretty well in the first two stages too. Great TT result and impressive break. Rooting for him to make it all the way to Paris.
I really liked his insight and mindset for riding. I agreed with a lot of it. I compete without even any device to tell me speed. Everything is on feel and riding that red line pace as much as possible. Dancing on the fire nimbly enough so I don't get burned.
Great interview, slightly out there. He raced well in stage one! Looked like you were almost lost for words. Not a typical style interview but very interesting to hear his view. I only ride a TT bike as I'm a triathlete. I love my SHIV, it's so comfortable!!!!
This is by far the best interview GCN's done. Zen ass-dude is my new shut up legs.
"Zen ass-dude is my new shut up legs." *snort*
"Be a slave to speed, it's all that matters" What a quote
Yeah! So much quotes on one interview!
Or like Ricky-Bobby movie with will ferrell. I wanna go fast/if you ain’t first you’re last.
Need more interviews with this guy.
Loving Taylor's approach to time trialling. It's great to see a rider step outside the cliches and give some genuine and considered answers.
That's absolutely what I love about him! Not the usual empty words.
Same with me!
few years down the road when this guy retires, GCN should keep Taylor Phinney in mind for a future presenter!
And here we are!
GCN?
Chris Capoccia Totally agree!
Can you imagine trying to manage Taylor? Just not going to work. But if he made a podcast, I'd listen.
best gcn interview ever
I concur
Agree. Unfortunately, GCN is a tech-pushing endeavor, and Si didn't look like he knew what to do with the truth. I love ya, GCN, but after years of watching you - you guys have never pushed the "cycle for life and enjoy it" approach over the tech approach that I've seen in any video.
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Yeah, none of the GCN crew look like they enjoy cycling or embody the idea of cycling for life and enjoying it :P
I'm writing of the common-folk. I've seen a number of people leave cycling after always being under the pressure of watts, speed, heart-rate, and other numbers.
Doesn't use race radio
Doesn't use power data
I love this guy! That is how I think cycling should be. Speed is the only thing that matters. Forget the numbers and just ride your bike.
Most people finish faster with power numbers
BRING HIM BACK FOR MORE INTERVIEWS, PLEASE GCN!!!
This was f*****g hilarious! This guy is not a bullshitter and he's also a natural comedian hahaha
wow a chill zen-ass dude in TDF :) about time . You use radio.. nah.. disturbs the chi.. u use power meter.. nah numbers give me headache.. why u no aero? not confortable.. ok thx for the interview.. i have to go, my ppl needs me
awesome.
so cool, probably don't know the name, or care about the others that are not on his team. just doing his thing and job
hahahahaha
"Man, everybody always wants to know how long. Just live in the moment, man."
-Also Taylor Phinney
Best interview EVER! Phinney is a legend.
I have to say that I have never liked him more. That was really something.
I don't want to hear other voices when I'm in the depths of the pain cave ...
One of the best interviews. "I just wasn't having fun" 👌🏽 feel what the road tells you;)
What an incredibly sympathetic guy! Proof that you still can ride more or less the old-school way and be a pro - I did not know that. You can make a quote out of almost every scentence he says. GCN - best Interview! Thanks a lot for this!
coach: so taylor, what effort level do you wanna work on today?
taylor: naaaaaaw dude...
coach: what do you mean??
taylor: I tried that once... its not fun... i'm just gonna go fly on my bike...
taylor takes off, as team looks on in confusion
This is the funniest comment I’ve ever seen on RUclips hahahahaha
I thought Phinney was kinda cool before but I friggin' love him now! His ideals and the language he uses, like riding the wave of the pedal stroke....that's some Bruce Lee shit right there.
"I'm a zen-ass dude." - exactly what I was thinking throughout the video.
Legend.
Speaking of zen-ass dudes, get an interview with Sveino!!
this is what a cyclist looks like before they've had an espresso
haha! he's american so maybe he goes red bull?
DFTA (Don't Feed The Animals) You have made me laugh. I'm American, but I prefer Red Bull though lol
Wise words on a young head, going into his first TDF. GL Taylor
More Taylor Phinney. 2 thumbs up
His collar says it all.
I am now a big fan of Taylor what a refreshing attitude to interview
Fucking hell now I need a Zen meter on my bike to tell me whether I'm having fun
sorry for fun you need a fun meter
That was totally awesome. He really is a Zen kind of dude! Very cool interview.
"i don't need a 58 chainring, a 56 is just enough" 😂
But only because he races cyborgs. Hehehe.
Love Taylor and I am not surprised that he hears voices in his head. One zen ass dude.
I couldn't stop looking at what he was doing with his pinky finger … thought he might dislocate it by the end of the video
Hahahaha, same... He had that thing bent real far. Surprised to find your comment all the way down here
He's like the Frank Zappa of cycling. And he saved me from buying a power meter.
OMG! I love this guy!! Super chill. Love the dry subtle style of humor!!
Taylor rules!!
Taylor owned this interview, what a legend
Taylor is awesome. I love how the tech is kept in its place and being one with the bike and road is key.
Taylor is the best. Love how he puts things in perspective and points out that you have to enjoy it
"It's in the title: Individual Time Trial" .... LOL That really says it all in such a simple way. Great interview.
One of the most helpful insights I have seen in 30 years of riding, thank you.
he should start a cycling series like Phil gaimon after he retires , would be interesting to hear more of his views !
This video solidly affirms my respect for Taylor Phinney. So many quotable, spontaneous moments. Level headed and a good sense of humor. I'm pulling for him.
Gotta be the most chill guy in the pro peloton. What a legend! 😅
Lazim ifreet he needs to wait for Svein Tuft to retire to wear that crown.
Back to basics riding I like it no radio
Great video! Nice to hear a pro less focused on the numbers and more focused on the love of the sport! "Be a slave to speed, because thats all that matters" best quote ever
best interview these guys ever got. Phinney is what cycling is all about. i am with him 100%
Awesome interview! Definitely caught Si off-guard with his "I don't look at numbers, no radios" bit... loved Phin's overall attitude. Just get on the bike and pedal!
I'm always so impressed with Taylor Phinney's presence when being interviewed. He is an artist; thoughtful, composed and truly a unique individual. What a cool "zen-ass dude"!
out of all the riders that switched team last year, Taylor Phinney is the only one that I haven't gotten used to seeing him in the new kit
Hilary Trump super different though haha I'm used to his black and red
What a great interview! Refreshing perspectives in an authentic voice from Tylor Phinney.
One of the best cycling interviews, this guy is so cool.
This dude seems super cool, love his laid back attitude and process.
Great interview. It's always fun getting some insight into how the pros think and process through their own struggles and abilities.
dude has a great attitude. i thoroughly enjoyed that!
loving the zen-ass-ness of Taylor! what a legend
Guess his inner voice finally got to him... GCN has done tons of great videos, but this is still an absolute banger!
My favourite GCN interview yet. Inspirational! I’m a 57 year old idiot (with an aerospace background) who’s done TTs from 10 miles to 12 hours and the BBAR series on my BMC TM02, and I’ve spent the last month researching power meters. Now I’m wondering what to do with the £1000 that Taylor has just saved me. Loved it. Hire him for GCN. OOhhmmmmmmmm!
I bought a Zipp Sub-9 Disc wheel with the money and just won the trophy for our end of season 2 lap 22 mile handicap event. It’s was windy and it’s a hilly course and afterwards people were saying how they rode their best power. I knocked 20 seconds a lap of my PB by just feeling the speed. Maybe it was the new Zipp wheel, but either way I reckon this GCN video just won me a cup. Thanks!
Awesome effort Simon Richardson. That could have been a disaster interview and you made it work.
Maybe the best GCN video ever. Get Taylor in more of your videos.
Great video, need loads more interviews with Taylor, loving the stuff about getting more comfortable and not using power too, very refreshing.
This guy is a GENIOUS!! Do please interview him at the end of the Tour, but in with a coffee or beer or whatever across the table and ask him anything. It is glorious hear him talking.
Great interview. "Pain cave" - love that expression. And the thinking about retiring today... it's not just me who thinks that!
I love this! Taylor is my favourite!
Best interview on GCN so far
Chill as F*** Taylor is always entertaining hopefully he's back to his old form (pre-broken leg)
That was one chill interview! Awesome to hear a pro training on perceived effort!
That guy is awesome
I thought I was doing it wrong, because I love riding my TT, but not enthused...a chore riding my regular roadie. Tyler clarifies! Love this zen ass dude.
What an amazing interview! Traditional media corps should be jealous of the quality of this content. WOW. Great performance by interviewer and interviewee - "voices in my head... in the pain cave... This may be a personal q, but..." BRILLIANT!
Enjoyed watching him today at TDF time trials and post race interview. He has a new fan
That's one zen ass dude
Taylor is the best, what a great personality. The due abides!
That was great! Taylor is actually a better interview than that but he was so freakin' relaxed and just going with it.
When he talked about ignoring the power meter numbers and radio voices I was kind of reminded of when Luke Skywalker was about to blow up the Death Star. Eff all the technology and just "feel" it. May the force be with you, Taylor!
Pure wisdom. I love this guy.
Reading the course profile and speed focused are great tips. Almost everything said is better than all the tt tips we normally hear
Love this guy more interviews with him please. Get him to host a show in the off season please.
This has to be the best interview I've ever seen on GCN... Simon handles him brillantly... zen-ass dude, I should retire today, legend!!!
Refreshing interview
God, I friggin love Taylor Phinney. Can you just interview him for the rest of TDF 2017?
I love this guy
he had me at cyborgs :-)
Same here. Stil laughing :D
best gcn video in a long long time, put more phinney videos. the guy looks like he came back from death and realized this cycling race thing is as stupid as being the animals of the circus. next time let him talk more, let him be himself, let him provide the show, the gcn question were breaking his zen explanation.
This guy is hilarious 😂! Love it, make him a return guest!
HOW could anybody dislike this?!! TP was candid and didn't just give the same lame "canned" answers most of the pro-riders spew out over and over. And he's shown pretty well in the first two stages too. Great TT result and impressive break. Rooting for him to make it all the way to Paris.
what a cool dude
Best. Interview. Ever. GCN and non-GCN.
Great video. Would love to see more content with pros talking to GCN. A quick fire interview with questions from viewers would be awesome!!
Great interview, soooo glad to have him back
I watch this whenever I want to amp myself up for a long TT training session...
Great video, more Taylor please GCN!
Nice video and tips. And btw good luck Simon for the 385km !
Wow love the time trial, endure the pain and chill
cycling monk! coolest guy in the pro tour.
best interview in quite some time. what a dude.
Great kid, his dad Davis is a hero.
A brilliantly insightful interview, plus what a legend!
had no idea how cool this guy was. i was surprised how chill he sounded until i found out he is from Colorado.
Hahaha Taylor Phinney is the man, one of the better interviews on GCN. Definitely need to work on my zen now.
Great interview. I am now a total Taylor fan.
Best. Interview. Of. All. Time.
Finally: in the tour! Go Taylor!
I really liked his insight and mindset for riding. I agreed with a lot of it. I compete without even any device to tell me speed. Everything is on feel and riding that red line pace as much as possible. Dancing on the fire nimbly enough so I don't get burned.
Taylor is the man ! Good interview
Awkward wisdom from Taylor Phinney. This is the best GCN interview I've seen
Great interview, slightly out there. He raced well in stage one!
Looked like you were almost lost for words. Not a typical style interview but very interesting to hear his view. I only ride a TT bike as I'm a triathlete. I love my SHIV, it's so comfortable!!!!
YES!!! No power meter Zen of cycling.
Rock on Taylor!
Seem to end up watching this video about once a year - gets funnier every time!
I liked the analogy of the wave of the pedal stroke.