If you are a fan of gravel cycling, this is the podcast for you. Amanda Nauman and Bill Schieken talk gravel racing, gear, race profiles, recaps, preparation, and all things gravel bike riding.
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The Gravel Ride is a cycling podcast where we discuss the people, places and products that define modern gravel cycling. We will be interviewing athletes, course designers and product designers who are influencing the sport. We will be providing information on where to ride, what to ride and how to stay stoked on gravel riding.
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Gravel Cycling in Australia is booming. From racing to bike packing to simply getting off the beaten track and exploring the backroads and trails of our stunning natural landscapes - this accessible subculture is all about community, adventure and (re-)discovering the joy of life on two wheels. Join us a we celebrate our gravel cycling scene and discover the locations, explore the events and meet the people at the heart of the sport.
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Unlock your endurance potential. The Training Babble Podcast takes a deep dive into the strategy and science behind training for off-road cycling and gravel racing. Host Dave Schell brings over 20 years of coaching and racing experience, including as former Director of Education at TrainingPeaks. Each episode features interviews with experts and insiders to inform your training on topics like physiology, nutrition, mental toughness, equipment selection, and race tactics. Expect an informativ ...
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Craig welcomes back Whitman Kwok, founder of KAV Helmets, to talk about the launch of their latest high-performance helmet, the Rhoan. They dive into the evolution of 3D-printed custom helmet technology, the bold move to open a new U.S.-based manufacturing facility in Buffalo, and how pro rider feedback helped shape the future of bike safety and pe…
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Fyxo - Melbourne's Bike Culture & the Story of Melburn Roobaix
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1:24:14Fyxo is a Melbourne cycling institution - driving the culture, staging events and gluing together the community that makes this a special town in which to ride bikes. He's no stranger to gravel either and now in its 20th year, his marque event - Melburn Roobaix - celebrates the brilliant mixed terrain riding Melbourne is famous too. Join us for a w…
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"Will this make me Faster or Slower?" The mindset for achieving great things with Lea Davison
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble Podcast, host Dave Schell and guest Leah Davison discuss the challenges and sacrifices involved in pursuing athletic excellence, particularly in the context of Olympic dreams. Leah shares her journey from being a professional athlete to navigating the complexities of motherhood and retir…
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Ep 111 | 2025 Unbound Gravel Preview
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1:25:14Amanda and Bill preview the Unbound Gravel course and discuss the factors that may affect this year's 200 mile race before unveiling Groadio's "Who is Going to Crush Unbound" rider rankings. Use code GROADIO15 for 15% off at www.exposurelights.com for your new Exposure Lights set-up in time for Unbound and other summer adventures. Visit buycycle.co…
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Ep 110 | Dan Hughes
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1:53:42Dan Hughes, four-time Unbound 200 winner and Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame inductee, joins Amanda to chat about the early days of gravel, winning Unbound and proving it wasn't a fluke. Dan also talks about selling his bike shop and becoming a full-time photographer and content producer for Lifetime. Follow Dan on Instagram at @dhughes101. Use code GR…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble Podcast, hosts Dave Schell and Matti discuss the said principle of training, emphasizing the importance of specificity in fitness as athletes transition from general fitness to race-specific training. They explore various aspects of training, including building work capacity, the signifi…
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Ep 109 | Matt Wilson and Cam Jones
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1:26:41Matt Wilson and Cam Jones chat with Amanda about leaving New Zealand to race bikes in North America, embracing the gravel scene, and chasing Lifetime Grand Prix wildcard spots. This episode was recorded before Matt and Cam raced Whiskey Off Road. Follow Cam on Instagram at @camjonesnz. Follow Matt on Instagram at @matthew.mtb. Visit buycycle.com/gr…
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Ep 108 | Sea Otter Classic (Lifetime Grand Prix Round One)
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1:13:35Amanda and Bill chat about everything that happened at the Sea Otter Classic gravel race, round one of the Lifetime Grand Prix series. The episode also includes finish line interviews with Haley Batten, Tom Dumoulin, Stella Hobbs, Mason Mohn, Jade Rohde and Drew Dillman. Visit buycycle.com/groadio to start listing your items. For a limited time onl…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, hosts Dave Schell and Matti Rowe delve into the complexities of athlete mindset, focusing on time orientation, the burden of past performance, the impact of aging, and the role of metrics in training. They discuss how anxiety and depression relate to future and past thinking, re…
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Conquering the White Roads with Trek Travel: A Thrilling Gravel Experience at Strade Bianche Gran Fondo
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Join host Craig Dalton and Trek Travel's Rich Snodsmith as they take you on an exhilarating journey through the heart of gravel cycling in Italy. In this episode of The Gravel Ride podcast, they share their recent experience at the Strade Bianche Gran Fondo trip organized by Trek Travel. With over three decades of friendship, these two avid cyclist…
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Ep 107 | Big Tall Wayne
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1:37:20Wayne Smith aka Big Tall Wayne chats with Amanda about his lifelong love of bikes and the cycling community, working as a professional race mechanic, and his partnership with Pete Stetina. You can follow Wayne on Instagram at @bigtallwayne. Visit buycycle.com/groadio to start listing your items. For a limited time only, sellers can save 30% on the …
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You Should NOT Hire a Coach...
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1:00:27Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Matti Rowe dive into the intricacies of the coach-athlete relationship, emphasizing the importance of alignment between a coach's methodology and an athlete's goals. They discuss common misconceptions about coaching, the necessity of commitment from athletes, and the reality of athletic progre…
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This weekend, the Beechworth Granite Classic is BACK for 2025! To celebrate this marque event - and get you in the mood for this weekend - I'm looking back on the 2024 event and bringing you the action from my exhillerating day out. Its not too late to sign up! - https://beechworthgraniteclassic.com.au/ It is going to be epic. Support the show Plea…
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Ep 106 | Russell Finsterwald
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1:35:39Russell Finsterwald joins Amanda and Bill to chat about setting aside a successful cross-country mountain bike career to become a pro gravel racer, his switch from the Specialized program to Trek Driftless, successfully figuring out how to race his bike and be financially secure, and his friendship/rivalry with Keegan Swenson. You can follow Russel…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, hosts Dave Schell and Matti Rowe dive into the complexities of training metrics, particularly focusing on Functional Threshold Power (FTP) and its relevance in endurance sports. They discuss the evolving definitions of endurance, durability, and the importance of volume in training. The…
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Ep 105 | Valley of Tears
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1:12:10Amanda and Bill recap the second annual Valley of Tears gravel race that took place in Turkey, Texas, this past weekend. They also preview The Mid South. Visit buycycle.com/groadio to start listing your items. For a limited time only, first time sellers can save 30% on the seller protection fee when you list your bike on buycycle. Groadio is also s…
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Ep 104 | Emily Newsom
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1:28:29Emily Newsom joins Amanda to chat about finding the bike through running and piano playing, her transition from road to gravel, and why the Life Time Grand Prix needs a transparent selection criteria. Follow Emily on Instagram at @emilyjoynewsom. Visit buycycle.com/groadio to start listing your items. For a limited time only, you can save 30% on th…
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Ep 103 | LeLan Dains
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1:15:10Amanda chats with Lelan Dains about riding in Emporia and his history with Unbound, the induction into the Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame, and his long history of promoting community in cycling and beyond. Visit buycycle.com/groadio to start listing your items. For a limited time only, you can save 30% on the seller protection fee when you list your b…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble Podcast, Coach Dave Schell and guest Matty Rowe of Gravel God Cycling dig into the implications of AI in coaching. They discuss the rise of AI tools like CoachCat, the challenges of relying on flawed metrics, and the importance of human expertise in interpreting data. The conversation hi…
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Ep 102 | Ruth Holcomb
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1:14:12Ruth Holcomb joins Amanda for a conversation about Ruth joining the HT.SQD, finishing first at Rock Cobbler, growing up racing mountain bikes before dabbling in road and track racing, and her first foray into the gravel scene. Follow Ruth on Instagram at @woofholcomb. Visit buycycle.com/groadio to start listing your items. For a limited time only, …
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Athlete Spotlight with Megan Onweller: More Moms on Bikes!!!
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1:01:41Send us a text Send me a message, I'd love to hear from you! Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, Coach Dave Schell interviews athlete Megan Onweller, who shares her journey from a competitive high school athlete to a busy mom rediscovering her passion for cycling. Megan discusses the challenges she faced, including injuries, bod…
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Ep 101 | Tobias Mørch Kongstad
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1:42:51On Episode 101 of the Groadio Podcast, Amanda chats with Tobias Kongstad about switching from road racing to gravel, his standout performances at the Traka and Unbound Gravel, and racing at a high level while also working full-time as the PAS Racing sports coordinator. You can follow Tobias on Instagram at @tobiaskongstad. Groadio is sponsored by H…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave and Dr. Phil discuss the top training mistakes that athletes make. They emphasize the importance of focusing on the fundamentals of training, such as consistency, specificity, and progression, rather than chasing the latest trends or hyper-optimizing every aspect of their training. They also highlight th…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble Podcast, host Dave Schell and Dr. Phil Batterson discuss Phil's training journey as he prepares for an uphill running race. They cover the structure of his training, focusing on VO2 max work, the importance of consistency and adaptation, and the physiological testing that has informed hi…
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WE. ARE. BACK!!! After a parenting induced hiatus, The Gravel Cycling Australia Podast is back for 2025! Today we look ahead to RADL GRVL, an emerging behemoth of a gravel cycling event boasting the star power of Valtteri Bottas and set alongside the Tour Down Under, amongst the stunning scenery of McLaren Vale. We recap last year's race, discuss t…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell reflects on the past year, expressing gratitude to listeners and sharing insights on coaching and training strategies. He emphasizes a minimalist approach to coaching, the importance of flexibility in training plans, and debunks myths surrounding base training a…
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Ep 100 | Lauren Stephens
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1:24:35It's Episode 100 of the Groadio Podcast, and we're celebrating with two-time U.S. Gravel National Champion Lauren Stephens. Amanda and Lauren chat about various topics, including Lauren's introduction to bikes and bike racing, balancing road and gravel racing, and the experience of racing the world championships. You can follow Lauren at @lollyis_l…
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Send us a text Let's connect! Send me a message at KaizenEndurance Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell speaks with registered dietitian Alex Larson about healthy weight loss strategies for endurance athletes. They discuss the importance of nutrition in training, the shift from focusing on weight loss to improvin…
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Ep 99 | Brennan Wertz
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1:23:02Brennan Wertz joins Amanda to discuss a wide range of topics, including winning the U.S. Gravel National Championship and this year's World Championships. You can follow Brennan at @brennan.wertz. Groadio is sponsored by Hammerhead. Right now, our listeners can get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with the purchase of a Hammerhead Karoo. Visit hammerhead.…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Dr. Phil discuss the importance of consistency in training, the use of RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) for better self-awareness, and the physiological adaptations that occur with structured workouts. They explore how repeating workouts can lead to significant improvements and the necessity o…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell discusses the transition to indoor training as colder weather approaches. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility in workouts, understanding the limitations of erg mode, and avoiding one-dimensional training. Dave also advises on maximizing indoor training e…
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Ep 98 | Griffin Easter
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1:48:33Griffin Easter chats with Amanda about transitioning from road to gravel, struggling with the discipline in 2023 and his 2024 breakout season. Griffin also talks about the team he started with his brother to promote the OpiCure Foundation, which they also run. You can follow Griffin on Instagram at @gmeaster91. To sign up for the OpiCure fundraisin…
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Ep 97 | Kyleigh Spearing
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1:29:43Kyleigh Spearing chats with Amanda about her progression from triathlete to road racer and gravel specialist. They touch on Kyleigh's on-the-job training in the gravel peloton and her experience racing the UCI Gravel World Championships. You can follow Kyleigh at @kykylovestri on Instagram. Groadio is sponsored by Hammerhead. Right now, our listene…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell discusses the importance of the off-season for athletes. He emphasizes the need for physical and mental recovery, the significance of reflecting on the past season, and the necessity of setting realistic goals for the upcoming season. Dave also highlights the im…
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A Peek Behind the Curtain: Inside the Mind of an Endurance Coach
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1:03:42Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Dr. Phil Batterson explore the intricacies of coaching and training for endurance athletes. They discuss the importance of setting realistic goals, the role of a coach in guiding athletes, and the significance of consistency in training. The conversation delves into the mental aspects of train…
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Ep 96 | US Nationals, UCI Gravel Worlds, LTGP Update
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1:03:49Amanda and Bill chat about everything that has happened in the past month on the U.S. and International gravel scene, including U.S. Gravel Nationals, UCI Gravel World Championships, the Rad and changes to next year's LifeTime Grand Prix. Groadio is sponsored by Hammerhead. Right now, our listeners can get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with the purchas…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell reflects on his journey into coaching and the importance of simplicity in training. He shares personal anecdotes from his experience with triathlons, emphasizing that effective training doesn't have to be complicated. Dave encourages athletes to focus on what truly matt…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Coach Dave discusses the importance of calibrating your inner power meter by pairing your perception of effort with objective metrics like power, heart rate, and pace. He emphasizes the need to tune into how different sensations feel and not blindly follow the numbers on your devices. Dave explains the three …
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Amanda and Bill recap their day commentating on an exciting Garmin Gravel Worlds p/b Lauf. Check out the broadcast here. This Groadio episode is sponsored by buycycle. For the month of August, buycycle is offering our listeners the code GROADIOGRAVEL24 to waive the seller’s fee at buycycle.com. By using this code, you waive the Seller Protection fe…
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Amanda and Bill chat about the most compelling storylines at Leadville and SBT before talking about the upcoming Garmin Gravel Worlds presented by Lauf. Check out live coverage of Gravel Worlds with on-course reporting by your Groadio hosts on Slowtwitch.com. This Groadio episode is sponsored by buycycle. For the month of August, buycycle is offeri…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Dr. Phil discuss the validity and reliability of training devices and the advice they provide. They highlight the issue of proprietary algorithms and the lack of transparency in how these devices come up with their recommendations. They also discuss the limitations and inaccuracies…
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Ep 93 | Courtney Sherwell
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1:40:53Amanda chats with Australian Gravel and Marathon MTB National Champion Courtney Sherwell about finding solace in gravel riding and racing after a stint on the road, her second-place finish at BWR California and in the BWR Triple Crown series, and a side hustle drawing pet portraits. You can follow Courtney at @courtney.sherwell and her pet portrait…
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Introducing Intuitive Endurance Training: Making the case for flexibility and training by feel
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell discusses the concept of intuitive endurance training, which involves listening to your body and structuring your training based on subtle cues like fatigue, soreness, and motivation. He emphasizes the importance of considering subjective factors like how athletes feel during workouts and how they…
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The Midfield Report No. 11 | Joe Goettl
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1:47:28Gravel racer and YouTube creator, Joe Goettl, joins Amanda to chat about his love of snowboarding, how a running injury helped start his bike racing career, and the full rundown of his race at Unbound Gravel. Amanda also hits Joe with a double-dose of Tuff Takes. You can follow Joe on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@jgoettl2.0 and on Instagram at @jgoe…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave and Dr. Phil discuss the healthy way to return to training after dealing with an illness. They emphasize the importance of understanding the stress that illness puts on the body and the need for proper recovery. They caution against jumping back into intense training too soon and recommend a conservative…
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Ep 92 | Becca Fahringer Returns
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1:19:28Becca Fahringer is back to talk with Amanda about her changed outlook on racing, new expectations, and the irresistible pull of gummy worms. You can follow Becca on Instagram at @gofahr. This Groadio episode is sponsored by buycycle. Use this link to check out Amanda's Niner bike she has for sale on buycycle and thousands of other bikes available i…
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Midfield Report No. 10 | Dave Sheek and Mama Nauman on Unbound XL and 50
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1:35:36It's a family affair on this episode of the Midfield Report as Amanda chats with Dave about his 2024 Unbound XL ride and how it compares to 2023. They get into gear, feeding, outside support questions and how everyone has a plan until it is the middle of the night and you are standing on the only hill you can find with phone service, with a bike ba…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Phil discuss ergogenic aids or performance-enhancing substances. They cover various types of aids, including caffeine, beetroot juice, sodium bicarbonate, beta-alanine, and creatine. They emphasize the importance of focusing on the fundamentals of training, nutrition, and recovery …
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