Developing Young Riders with Dean Downing

In this episode, I’m joined by Dean Downing (IG: @deandowningcycling), former professional rider and founder of Downing Cycling, to explore his journey through the sport and his approach to developing young cyclists.

We discuss:

• Dean’s pathway from elite rider to respected coach

• How and why he transitioned into coaching

• His core ethos for developing young riders into professionals

With decades of experience in UK cycling, Dean shares practical insight into long-term athlete development, culture, and building riders for sustainable success.