SOIGNEUR | The Most Crucial Job in Cycling

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast

It's the final Tour de France episode, we're taking a deep dive into the most crucial job in cycling—the soigneur. Are they a butler? A friend? A rider's mum?

We chatted with Kevin Verstaen, an experienced soigneur working for Soudal Quick-Step, who described the role as looking after the welfare of team members and being a "cyclist laborer."

Soigneur stories often include humorous and challenging moments, and they usually see the riders more than their own family. Ultimately, a good soigneur is worth their weight in gold.

Despite the long hours and demanding tasks, the role is fulfilling for those who love the sport, with good soigneurs being invaluable to the team.

Hope you’ll enjoy this episode!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:50 Kevin Verstaen's Journey into Cycling

07:37 A Typical Day at the Tour

13:01 Logistics at the Finish Line

18:07 The Feed Zone and Bottles

21:56 Setting Up the Hotel

24:54 Remco Evenepoel

25:14 The Riders Suitcase, Asgreen, Mørkøv

27:01 Massage and Building Trust

35:21 Gianni Moscon, Apple Farming

36:17 Ending

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