Photographer Ewald Sadie joins us to break down the stories, techniques, and split-second decisions behind some of his most iconic cycling images. From shooting off the back of a motorbike during gravel races to explaining composition, motion blur, black-and-white photography, and race storytelling, this episode dives deep into what makes a truly powerful photo. If you love cycling, photography, filmmaking, or visual storytelling, this conversation is packed with insight from one of the best in the game.

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# === CHAPTERS ===================================

00:00 Intro

01:12 Why Cycling Photography Matters

03:45 Aperture, ISO & Shutter Speed Explained

06:20 How Tracking Shots Actually Work

10:18 Shooting From The Back Of A Motorbike

14:42 Why Some Photos Work Better In Black & White

19:05 Capturing Emotion In Cycling Photography

24:18 The Art Of Composition & Storytelling

30:14 How Ewald Captured His Favourite Shot

37:42 The Challenge Of Shooting Gravel Racing

44:10 The Story Behind The Swartberg Images

51:26 Printing Photos & Why It Changes Everything

56:40 Editing Thousands Of Race Photos

01:02:18 The Reality Of Being Event Media

01:07:32 Final Thoughts & Favourite Images

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