Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, Presented by Silca
The Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, presented by Silca, covers cycling design, manufacturing, marketing, riding and racing with a thoughtful tone. Josh Poertner of Silca co-hosts with Elden Nelson, with 100 episodes released roughly every 14 days at a median length of about 57 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, with a rate of roughly $40 to $200 per episode.
Engaged cycling enthusiasts hear thoughtful technical talk on bikes and gear
- Episodes run about 57 minutes, long enough for a detailed host-read segment.
- Consistent 4.9 Apple rating across 278 ratings signals a loyal listener base.
- Guests include industry designers and racers, which suits premium equipment brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, technical discussion
- Tone
- thoughtful, technical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 45 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- SILCA
- Categories promoted
- cycling equipment, bicycle tires, bicycle components
- Affiliate links
- No
The show is presented by Silca, and its website page for AJA #48 opens with a Silca reference, but no sponsor mentions beyond the presenting brand were found in the feed.
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Family friendly
Episode titles cover bike tech, racing and travel with no flagged content, and the feed marks the show as not explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | marginalgainspodcast.cc |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1449434247 |
| RSS feed | marginalgainspodcast.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 45 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Factor Bikes - Rob Gitelis | 2026-09-28 | 58 min |
| Gary Fisher | 2026-09-15 | 44 min |
| AJA #52: Protocol Tire Tech-Cargo Bibs-Long Sleeves for Aero | 2026-08-31 | 54 min |
| Leadville Trail 100 Bike Tech | 2026-08-18 | 55 min |
| Darren Baum - How Bikes Behave | 2026-08-11 | 57 min |
| Paige Onweller - Details Matter | 2026-07-28 | 1 h 0 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 21 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
The Marginal Gains Podcast, presented by Silca is the show that makes a big deal about the little things, and how those little things...can be a big deal. Josh Poertner of Silca, along with Hottie and Fatty, talk about all aspects of cycling — design, manufacturing, marketing, riding, racing, management and more, all from a thoughtful perspective. It's a podcast for the thinking cyclist.
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About Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, Presented by Silca
The Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, presented by Silca, covers cycling design, manufacturing, marketing, riding and racing from a thoughtful, technical perspective. Josh Poertner of Silca co-hosts alongside Elden Nelson, and the show's website describes it as a podcast for the thinking cyclist. The feed and the website confirm 100 episodes released about every 14 days, with a median episode length of roughly 57 minutes.
The show has a 4.9 average rating from 278 ratings on Apple Podcasts, listed there since 2019. Listener estimates are based on these ratings and the feed signals, so the audience is an estimate: roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, with most listeners likely in the 35 and older age range and based in the United States. Sponsors seen are limited to the presenting brand, Silca.
A host-read mid-roll placement is estimated at roughly $40 to $200 per episode, based on the download estimate. The show suits cycling equipment, tire and apparel brands seeking an engaged, technically minded audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, Presented by Silca can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast, Presented by Silca
How much does Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener signals and are not published by the show.
What is Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast about?
The show covers cycling design, manufacturing, marketing, riding and racing from a thoughtful, technical perspective. Josh Poertner of Silca and Elden Nelson host, with episodes roughly every two weeks.
How do I contact Marginal Gains Cycling Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. The show's website also lists a Silca contact page.
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