In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, French-Canadian pro gravel racer Julien Gagné joins the show to talk about his path through the sport — from XCO mountain biking, to pro road racing, and ultimately to finding his place in gravel. Julien reflects on the process of reinvention that comes with changing disciplines, learning how to stay grounded while chasing big results, and what it’s taken to carve out a sustainable career in one of the most competitive eras of gravel racing.

We also dig into Julien’s breakout wins at Gravel Locos and CORE4, his move from privateer life with a local Canadian shop to joining Lunchbox Racing, and how he balances a naturally calm personality with the need to flip the switch when it’s time to race all-out. Along the way, Julien opens up about creativity, art, and why having an outlet away from the bike has become essential to both his happiness and performance — before wrapping things up with a classic round of Random Fire.

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