Service Course Report

This podcast episode features a roundtable discussion among three cycling enthusiasts, Kurt Stockton, Derin Stockton, and Ed Philbrick, as they share their personal journeys in the world of cycling. From their early experiences in BMX to professional road racing and the golden era of mountain biking, they reflect on the evolution of the sport, the importance of mentorship, and the cultural influences that shaped their paths. The conversation also explores team dynamics, product design, and the importance of fostering a cycling community.

Service Course Report is a sports podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Service Course Report, a sports show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #48

  Roadside Finds, MTB Worlds & Philly’s Cycling Comeback

  Sep 5, 20261h 14mS2

  What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever found while riding? Episode 48 starts with roadside discoveries ranging from tools and music to a live round and a loaded handgun. Then we dig into MTB Worlds, Tom Pidcock’s race craft, Jackson Goldstone and Vali Höll defending their downhill rainbow jerseys, and how something as subtle as tire casing can change the feel of a World Championship downhill bike. We also talk Vuelta tactics, Primož Roglič, Life Time Grand Prix changes at Sea Otter, The Radavist’s visit to Nevada City and the return of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic. For this week’s Blinded by Science, we go deep on a Graham Watson photo of Kurt racing the 1990 World Championships—a Land Shark, early Shimano STI, Vittoria tubulars, Chris King headset and all the tiny details that defined a pro race bike of that era. Plus: the new Service Course Report Castelli kits, Lazer helmets, Dave Wong’s broken toe clip and a bike shop that closed for the weekend simply so everyone could go ride. Ride all the bikes.

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  Episode #47

  Episode 47: XCO’s New Guard, Pogačar at the Vuelta & Les Gets Goes Wild

  Aug 27, 20261h 12mS2

  Is the next generation of XCO racers officially taking over? Episode 47 starts with Adrien Boichis vs. Mathieu van der Poel and a discussion about why younger riders are arriving at the elite level faster and more prepared than ever. We also dive into Pogačar’s Vuelta dominance, gravel and dirt in Grand Tours, the incredible crowd scene at Les Gets, the return of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic and Manayunk Wall, a new 24-hour gravel race in Southern California, recovery tools, Lifetime Grand Prix coverage and some classic downhill stories. We wrap it up with our Good Idea File: the hotel that opened its doors to the Vuelta peloton during a brutal hailstorm — then declined payment for helping them out. The Service Course Report — Season 2, Episode 47. Chapters (00:00:15) - PODCAST: Course Report, Episode 47 (00:01:14) - Adrian Boashy riding away from Matthew Vanderpool (00:05:32) - Cross Country Prodigy and More (00:10:57) - Charlie Aldrich wins sprint medal in short track (00:13:09) - Longevity Grand Prix: Should We Include Women's Recaps? (00:15:34) - Kelvin's ACL Repair: Restoring the Cellular Function (00:20:36) - Theragun Wave Solo: A Ball That Relaxes Your Leg (00:23:57) - Slant Boards (00:24:12) - 24-Hour Gravel Race (00:28:32) - Paul's Pickleball National Championship (00:32:36) - The Tour de France 2018 (00:37:39) - Tom Dumoulin on (00:41:40) - Mountain Days in the Tour (00:43:15) - Petey Peat And The Crowd Rush The Finish Line (00:46:36) - The Max Alrin Crowd Storming The Course (00:49:53) - Clash vs The Who (00:53:29) - Philly Bike Classic (00:56:55) - Philadelphia Cycling Classic (01:01:04) - Honorary mention for the Wet Screams (01:03:19) - Blowing Chainsaws (01:09:17) - A Cross Race in the Pacific Northwest (01:09:36) - Good Idea Files (01:11:08) - 500 Subscribers

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  Episode #46

  Alaphilippe’s Last Dance, Leadville 100 & the Tire Wars | Ep. 46

  Aug 22, 20261h 24mS2

  Is Julian Alaphilippe the last great showman in men’s cycling? Episode 46 starts with a look back at Alaphilippe’s career, his attacking style and the unmistakable panache he brought to racing. Then Ed, Kurt and Derin break down Keegan Swenson’s sixth Leadville Trail 100 win, Quinn Simmons’ transition from the WorldTour to Leadville, Lifetime’s race coverage and the growing importance of technology in bringing off-road racing live to viewers. They also talk Jonas Vingegaard, the Tour de France Femmes, why riders crash, Specialized’s custom race-tire operation in Germany, aero tricks at Leadville, Downieville and SILCA’s new tire lineup. And, naturally, there’s some Tahoe riding, bike-cleaning advice and cycling-industry critique along the way.

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  Episode #45

  Ep. 45: The Next Performance Leap, Tour de France Femmes & Tarmac SL9

  Aug 6, 20261h 18mS2

  Where does cycling’s next big performance gain come from? Ed, Kurt and Derin debate whether the next leap will come from bike geometry and rider position, AI and technology, recovery, nutrition or training. Then we get into the Tour de France Femmes and the incredible depth of the racing, including a closer look at Lorena Wiebes’ dominant sprint technique. Kurt also conducts a highly unofficial real-world aero test of the Specialized Tarmac SL9, we talk Garmin Varia and rider safety, DS begins his rehab journey, and the conversation turns to the current state of cycling media, clickbait and paywalls. Plus, a quick look at the newly modified Leadville Trail 100 MTB course. It’s Episode 45 of the Service Course Report.

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  Episode #44

  Shelley Verses: From LA ’84 to 7-Eleven’s First Tour de France

  Aug 1, 20262h 12mS2

  Pioneering soigneur Shelley Verses joins Ed, Kurt and Darren for an extraordinary journey through American cycling history. Shelley recounts her beginnings giving free massages to young Santa Barbara racers, being recruited by legendary U.S. coach Eddie Borysewicz and caring for the American road team during the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. She then takes us behind the scenes of 7-Eleven’s groundbreaking European campaigns, including the 1985 Giro d’Italia and the team’s first Tour de France in 1986. Along the way, Shelley shares unforgettable stories involving Alexi Grewal, Bob Roll, Mike Tyson, Olympic host housing, homemade race food, European soigneurs and the daily improvisation required to keep a professional cycling team moving. She also reflects on working with La Vie Claire, Toshiba and TVM—and what it was like to be a pioneering woman inside the European professional peloton. Episode 44 of the Service Course Report Podcast, hosted by Ed Philbrick, Kurt Stockton and Darren Stockton.

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