Chris Wright, Matt Stephens challenges sprinters (well at least to now he has), so strong arms come into play here, aero/weight not so. Plus MS is rightly proud of his guns and likes any excuse to get them out, lol.
aero HUGELY important for sprinters. They're really starting to work on it these days. You and I put put out 1500W - you are super aero (cav/ewen) and I am a barn door (griepal) - who is going to win. Yes of course many other things come into play but at that speed aero is huge.
@@nonfictionone I don't think that air resistance plays huge role during sprints - I mean the resitance is pretty similar when it comes to shoulder to shoulder sprints (I am not talking about slipstreaming which helps a lot and is about tactics). The final sprint lasts only several seconds so air resitance differences don't play huge role, it's still mostly about how much power one has left in his legs.
Great to see the light hearted other side of Degenkolb. I really look forward to seeing him continue his return to from injury this year. Best of luck to him!
Degenkolb is one of my favourite pro riders. I think he could have beaten Matt by a much greater margin in the sprint - after all, it doesn't look as though Degenkolb had even reached his 'nodding donkey' max! Nice vid. More please!
Thanks a lot for the quality content! For future content like this, could you please give more time for the pros to talk? It felt like John and Felline never got to say half as much as the presenter. Just a small feedback. Thanks again.
Matt Stephens, how comes you only done a bicep circumference off and not the thigh circumference off with Peter Sagan? Love these challenge vids MS does. Among the best on GCN.
If you did that quiz against Cav he would rip GCN. That man remembers every race he's ever with a full blow by blow recap... but Kudos to John Degenkolb some of those questions were really out of left field...
In the "circumference off" Matt says he's going to measure the diameter but then actually measures the circumference. I am confused. If he actually wants to know the diameter he could use the equation D = C/π
He's a good sport for doing this.
JG comes across as a charming chap
Kudos to JD and Trek SF for being good sports.
That coloured set of gaffer tape looks seamless on your kit, Matt.
Comment of the week nominee right here!
John seems like a lovely guy. Great for him to do this.
Great vid. Makes the pros seem more human/normal. I like when we are able to get videos like this.
Wow Matt actually did surprising well in that sprint
I admire Degenkolb so much, i am so grateful he's still riding and at such a top level after that horrific accident.
Yeah but how many ways can he mount and dismount?
Wait a moment! This is cycling! Surely the guy with the smallest biceps wins.
Chris Wright I reckon ratio of thighs to biceps
Chris Wright you would think so being more Aero....
Chris Wright, Matt Stephens challenges sprinters (well at least to now he has), so strong arms come into play here, aero/weight not so. Plus MS is rightly proud of his guns and likes any excuse to get them out, lol.
aero HUGELY important for sprinters. They're really starting to work on it these days. You and I put put out 1500W - you are super aero (cav/ewen) and I am a barn door (griepal) - who is going to win. Yes of course many other things come into play but at that speed aero is huge.
@@nonfictionone I don't think that air resistance plays huge role during sprints - I mean the resitance is pretty similar when it comes to shoulder to shoulder sprints (I am not talking about slipstreaming which helps a lot and is about tactics). The final sprint lasts only several seconds so air resitance differences don't play huge role, it's still mostly about how much power one has left in his legs.
What a charming guy!
Hats off to any of the pro's that indulge us with GCN content.
Absolute class act! what a good sport for doing this video... and John was charming as well.
These pro interviews are great to watch more of same please
John: It's not bad huh?
Fabio: nonononononono... 6.
That was fun! John D. has a contagious smile and laugh!
Great to see the light hearted other side of Degenkolb. I really look forward to seeing him continue his return to from injury this year. Best of luck to him!
I love shows like this. Well I like all GCN shows but especially these types..
John is a very nice guy, but Matt is an unbeatable entertainer!!! Thanks a lot!
Keep these challenges coming guys!
Brilliant! Another master class in gameshow presenting from Matt Stephens chapeau!
Do more of these. Its nice to meet the pro riders this way.
Very entertaining. Please I would love to see more GCN vs .......
Johny is fantastic friendly!! Always waiting his wins!
Dege seems like a lovely chap. Great video, and Matt came impressively close in the thigh competition, I thought!
just got a new favorite gcn Video! absolutely love it, thanks so much
I enjoyed watching this. More like this please.
honestly best video so far
Degenkolb is a great guy
How about clip-in challenge? And why sprint? Maybe for Nairito, but for a sprinter? Better do funny stuff like trackstand or wheelie face off.
I really love this. It shows who has the personality in the peloton. Good sport John. Matt, I still love you (but in a good way).
these are great to see a little peek at the pro's personality - thanks!
Matt is a legend. Great content.
Love Matt´s challenges! He do them so good!
John, classy guy !!👍🏼
A good laugh, shows how approachable Pro cyclists are and up for a laugh. Unlike some professional sports people. Good on ya John.
More quizzes, great stuff. How about an end of year panel quiz with you guys and pros. (not too dissimilar to question of sport)
What a great sport! And John Degencolb is pretty cool as well!😜
Fabio got some skills! You guys should make another coffee video with him, something like "How To Make Macchiato". :)
Degenkolb is one of my favourite pro riders. I think he could have beaten Matt by a much greater margin in the sprint - after all, it doesn't look as though Degenkolb had even reached his 'nodding donkey' max! Nice vid. More please!
Matts national champ armbands look pimp! 👍
Love the close access to top riders Matt is able to bring to GCN, he's going to be missed in the clout department
fantastic what a good sport John is!
Awesome :) blokes a legend and John isn't to bad either :)
Such a humble man... Matt is not bad either :)
Thanks a lot for the quality content! For future content like this, could you please give more time for the pros to talk? It felt like John and Felline never got to say half as much as the presenter. Just a small feedback. Thanks again.
John Degenkolb is AWESOME!! Great fun for the fans!!
he is one of my best !! love it !!
Matt is hilarious, great video!
Got to meet Dege last year. Strong handshake and super nice. I don't think I could outsprint him, or Matt, even for just 10 seconds.
I am quite jealous that Matt could do the competition with John.
He is a really nice guy.
Love this, JD super nice guy!
loved him him sufferfest's "rookie" too
'Where is the tension?' hahaha
What a legend 👍🏻
"Where's the tension?" John's savage
Is that Matt Stevens' custom kit with the arm bands there? Brilliant!
More GCN Challenges!!!
Good video, nice to see the human side of these guys. How about adding a boxing round, I am sure Andriy Grivko would be keen to take part.
Bouhanni not too far behind
That eye to eye stare...priceless...
Do more of these
Made a dull Sunday evening fun!
I like it Matt..cheers
Loved it!
Matt seems like such a nice guy.
That average speed questions was brutal lol.
Sprinting against John Degenkolb is even more brutal.
Respect to Matt!
LOL JD wasn't really trying, I think - who was it tried sprinting against Cav and looked like they were in reverse gear?!?!?!?!?!?!
my first thought: but can matt clip in the portafilter?!?
Legend!
Matt Stephens, how comes you only done a bicep circumference off and not the thigh circumference off with Peter Sagan?
Love these challenge vids MS does. Among the best on GCN.
ou guys are like the Top Gear equivalent for cycling, great entertainment
runs to get tape measure to compare myself... lol funny vid chaps!
There you go, touchy-touchy-feely again!
I highly enjoy being able to hear Matt's jersey zipper tinkling around in the mic :p
Matt Stephens is my favorite GCN cyclist because of his funny actions and funny lines that you will laugh even if it is simple joke.😄💗💗
This stuff is awesome!
If you did that quiz against Cav he would rip GCN. That man remembers every race he's ever with a full blow by blow recap... but Kudos to John Degenkolb some of those questions were really out of left field...
Loving Matt's GB stripes! Well played GCN. Please tell me you can't buy them though! Earn it, to wear it!
Between 2:30 and 2:45, Matt's bicep measurement changes from 33.5 to 35.5.
nice ! more video like this..
That cream pouring shot looked like something out of Gordon Ramsay's Crispy Pancake Recipe.
Love JD. Legend! But where is Roubiax?
love this team
Hey again nice vid guys
No mention of you both being ex-coppers?
Fun episode. I think John Degenkolb beat Matt in the side burns competition:)
Matts having a Bromance after that sprint.
I am liking Matt Stephen's National Championship stripes though.
Ohhh Matt. It´s very easy makes a good coffee. Come here to Spain I can help you lol
Seems like a nice dude!
This has to be GCN's most gorundbreaking video. At 2:38 minutes first ever hamster pants on a pro, caught on camera!
6:09 Oh shame Matt ! "Roubiax" ?
What brand coffee was being used in the coffee challenge?
tektro95 you clearly missed the sarcasm.
He seems to have missed it so much it looks like he deleted his comment :-)
you guys are great
more video like this!😁
In the "circumference off" Matt says he's going to measure the diameter but then actually measures the circumference. I am confused. If he actually wants to know the diameter he could use the equation D = C/π
7:30 has elvis been reseructed?
Top bloke.
Where is "Roubiax"? Did you get me to do the typing? LOL
John seems like a top guy - hope he has better luck this season
for sure the best skill for cyclist is knowing how to make a decent coffee!
Did you notice the second time the measurements graphic comes up Matt's biceps have grown 2cm!
That thumbnail though xD
@6:41 - looks like Astana sent a spy.