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Your weekly hang with Nicky and Matt. We talk all things cycling, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, MTB, and more...and sometimes it gets weird. This is our excuse to hang out, talk shit, and share our weekly thoughts with you.

Nicky Bradwell and Matt LaPrade


    • Oct 24, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 122 EPISODES


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    Farewell For Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 33:28


    We're sorry to have to say it but this will be the last episode of the show. Life has gotten a little too hectic and I've got to say goodbye for now. This has been such an amazing weekly hang and I won't forget all of the amazing cyclists and people I met along the way. Please say hi if you see either of us on the bike path, group ride, race, etc. Thanks so much for tuning in every week. Much love.

    What Happens In Vegas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 38:02


    Welcome back to the show folks. Nicky just got back from Vegas SMX and we talk about his adventures roaming the strip and how he's a major gambler now. Also, we get into some talk about the new Kask aero helmet.

    Time To Train Is The Biggest Battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 56:06


    We're back this week with another episode with Nicky and Erin. This time we talk about time constraints with training and whether thermal layers are hot or not. Make sure to leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps us a TON.

    Lindsay Nader On Rebecca's Private Idaho Gravel Race

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 64:29


    We welcome Lindsay back to the show. She talks to us about the training and preparation that went into her recent Rebecca's Private Idaho race. This was a super fun episode, and we hope you enjoy it. Check out our pre-order merch available HERE. Make sure you purchase before the end of September to get yours.

    Some Things Just Shouldn't Exist...Like Drop Bar Mountain Bikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 60:44


    We're back with another hot one folks. This week we really get into it on some current gravel trends and what we think about drop bars on mountain bikes. Don't miss out on our BRAND NEW MERCH! Click the link below to score your Anti Cycling Cycling Podcast Tee ---> PRE-ORDER MERCH HERE

    Cyclocross Background And The Lifetime Grand Prix With Lance Haidet

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 41:07


    Hey Bike Minded listeners! We are back this week with an interview with Lance Heidet. Lance has been racing since he was little with a number of major accolades and tells us about how that shaped him into the racer he is today. This was a fun one and we think you guys will enjoy this greatly. We hope you guys have been enjoying the show and please support the show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle. Use their site to sell your old bike and receive 0% seller fees by using our code BIKEMINDED when you sell on their marketplace. ⁠⁠Visit Our Buycycle Link

    Derek Teel Talks About Redefining Himself After Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 80:26


    Welcome back Bike Minded people! This week we get the awesome opportunity to sit down with Derek Teel again. In this episode, we talk about Derek's journey back from a near-death accident with a car back in January. We get into what it's going to take for him to get back and why he's viewing his journey in a different way post-accident. It's always a pleasure getting to talk with Derek so we hope you all enjoy the show. We hope you guys have been enjoying the show and please support the show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle. Use their site to sell your old bike and receive 0% seller fees by using our code BIKEMINDED when you sell on their marketplace. ⁠Visit Our Buycycle Link

    How To Overcome Intimidating Group Rides

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 56:21


    Welcome back Bike Minded people. We talk about how intimidating big local group rides can be and also discuss how to approach them. We hope you guys have been enjoying the show and please support the show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle. Use their site to sell your old bike and receive 0% seller fees by using our code BIKEMINDED when you sell on their marketplace. Visit Our Buycycle Link

    The Great Bike Replacement Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 30:07


    What's good Bike Minded listeners! We are back with a solo episode this week. Nicky dives into all the details behind his recent Canyon warranty issue and what they have decided to do for him. We hope you guys have been enjoying the show and please support the show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle. Use their site to sell your old bike and receive 0% seller fees by using our code BIKEMINDED when you sell on their marketplace. Visit Our Buycycle Link

    Nicky's Got Canyon Problems

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 61:46


    We've got another stellar episode of the show folks. This week Erin and Nicky talk all about Nicky's recent bike problems and how he nearly escaped a sketchy situation going down Coleman Valley Rd. We hope you guys have been enjoying the show and please support the show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle. Use their site to sell your old bike and receive 0% seller fees by using our code BIKEMINDED when you sell on their marketplace. 

    Alison Tetrick Is Blazing A Trail For Female Cyclists

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 63:20


    Welcome back to another episode of the show Bike Minded listeners. We have a real treat for our listeners this week as we got to sit down and talk with Alison Tetrick. She is a 3x Gravel World Champion amongst many other major achievements. We get inspired hearing her stories of success and failure and how that's shaped what she's doing today. We hope you guys have been enjoying the show and please support the show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle. Use their site to sell your old bike and receive 0% seller fees by using our code BIKEMINDED when you sell on their marketplace. 

    Is Cooling Bar Tape Necessary?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 58:10


    Welcome back, folks! This week we discuss some hot topics including the Tour de France, cooling bar tape, and training habits that work. We hope you guys have been enjoying the show and please support the show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle. Use their site to sell your old bike and receive 0% seller fees by using our code BIKEMINDED when you sell on their marketplace. 

    Death Ride 2024 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 60:11


    We're back folks and this week we dive right into Nicky's Death Ride experience. 100+ miles with over 14k of climbing...you can imagine the stories. This was a really fun conversation and we had a blast getting all into the gritty details. Don't forget to support our show by checking out our sponsor Buycycle.com Use our code BIKEMINDED and get 0% seller fees when you sell your bike on their marketplace.

    Erin's Back From Italy & We Get Excited To Travel ✈️

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 57:53


    What's up Bike Minded folks! We're back this week with Erin in the studio telling us all about the epic rides she went on while she was traveling to Italy. Boy are we jealous. Hope you guys all enjoy this one and please help us by supporting our sponsor. Check out Buycycle by clicking the link below. Use the code BIKEMINDED to get 0% seller fees when selling your bike on their global online marketplace. Get that used bike sold! Buycycle Affiliate Link

    A Quick Catchup With Erin & Alina Jager (ClippedInAndFree) In Italy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 37:49


    Welcome back to the show folks! This week we have a quick chat with Erin while she is traveling in Italy. She's riding some of the world's most beautiful climbs along with her friend and fellow social media influencer Alina Jager (@clippedinandfree).My apologies for some of the poor audio quality on my end through this interview. We have recently upgraded our software and are learning the ins and outs. Rest assured all episodes going forward will sound much better. Don't forget to check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@BikeMindedPodPlease help support the show by supporting our sponsor Buycycle.com by using the code BIKEMINDED to get 0% seller fees when you list your used bike on their site. 

    Jerseys With Built In Hydration Bladders At Unbound?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 55:28


    Nicky and Erin are back this week talking about some new tech seen out at this year's Unbound Gravel event. Should Nicky buy a new bike? All this and more on this episode of the Bike Minded Podcast. Don't forget to use our code BIKEMINDED on Buycycle.com to get 0% seller fees when you sell your bike on their site. 

    Pete Stetina On The Natural Progression Of Gravel Racing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 58:23


    What a fun time we had with an absolute pioneer of gravel racing, Mr. Pete Stetina. He joins us after just wrapping up Unbound Gravel in Emporia Kansas. He shares with us how he manages his wild schedule while helping raise two twins and what he sees happening at the pointy end of the Lifetime race series. 

    The Value Of Digging Deep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 58:19


    This week on the Bike Minded Podcast, we discuss the value of digging deep when on the bike. We also now have full episodes on YouTube! Go check them out if you are into watching us as well. 

    Nicky's Wild West Gravel Grinder Near Death Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 47:06


    Welcome back Bike Minded family. We are so excited to be back with you on this solo episode of the podcast. Nicky tells his story about his recent gravel event, The Wild West Gravel Grinder. This is a hectic one so we hope you enjoy. 

    Fitting Cycling Into A Touring Schedule With Chris From Bayside

    Play Episode Play 45 sec Highlight Listen Later May 23, 2024 94:47


    Welcome back to another stellar interview on The Bike Minded Podcast. This week we sit down with Chris Guglielmo from the band Bayside. They just released an amazing new album and we talked with him about what it's like to fit in cycling to his hectic touring schedule and how he got started cycling in the first place. Enjoy!

    The High Costs Of Amateur Racing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 64:29


    Welcome back to the show folks. This week, Erin and I talk about what it costs to pursue some of the larger amateur race events and if it is actually worth it. 

    The Future Of American Crit Racing w/ Dante Young

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 70:02


    Welcome back Bike Minded listeners! This week we have our first remote guest, Mr. Dante Young (former L39ion of Los Angeles, current Miami Blazers racer). We had a great chat with him about his cycling journey and what he thinks about the current race scene here in the United States. 

    Sea Otter Recap & Erin's Going To Italy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 57:00


    We're back after a very exciting weekend at Sea Otter. So excited for you to hear about the adventure. Also, we talk about Erin's next international excursion. Thanks so much for listening to the show and we will see you guys next week!

    We're Heading To Sea Otter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 29:03


    It's Sea Otter Week! Nicky is heading out to Monterey for California's premier bike event. We talk about race details and what the plan is. Thanks so much for listening to the show and we appreciate your support. 

    Flannel Grinder And Why Erin's Unsure About Guatemala

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 58:41


    We're back with another banger of an episode for you guys. This week Nicky and Erin discuss some recent events that took place last week. Erin talks about her Yoga retreat to sketchy Guatemala and Nicky talks about this year's Flannel Grinder which took place in Meadow Vista, CA. Please remember to leave a 5-star review for us on Apple Podcasts. Peace!

    How Much Is Too Much Data?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 64:58


    Nicky and Erin are back in the studio for one last time before Erin leaves the country for a Yoga retreat (eye roll).  Listen in as we discuss the upcoming Flannel Grinder, Nicky's bike transformation, and some exciting upcoming guests. Don't forget to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. It helps us a TON.

    Daniel Alvarez's Road To Success

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 76:55


    Happy to be back folks. This week we sit down with Daniel Alvarez (Enjoy Cycling Club teammate) and talk about his latest race at Bariani. This was a great conversation so make sure you stick around for the whole episode. Don't forget to spread the word about the show and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. 

    Nicky's New Mullet Setup & Cybertruck Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 63:01


    Welcome back to another episode of the show. We are excited to have you sit down with us to discuss some new bike developments along with what we think about the new Cybertruck. As always, this one is packed with meaningless tidbits. Don't forget to spread the word about the show and we will see you guys next week. 

    Erin's LA Gravel Adventure Time

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 47:28


    We're back in the studio to catch up with Erin about her recent trip to sunny Los Angeles for some gravel riding. Thanks so much for the continued support and please remember to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. It helps us a TON!

    We All Deserve Some Humbling Sometimes (TBF Race Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 32:09


    Welcome to another episode of the show Bike Minded People. Nicky is back in the studio this week talking about his recent TBF mountain bike race and how things turn out if you're not properly prepared. If you can please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts we would greatly appreciate it. Cheers!

    Derek Teel Benefit Ride & Why Erin Can't Stop Crashing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 59:43


    Welcome back to the show folks. This week Erin is back in the studio and we catch up after an amazing benefit ride for Derek Teel (Dialed Health). We also discuss why Erin can't stop crashing her bike and the upcoming Sea Otter Classic. 

    A Life Check In With Nicky

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 29:08


    We're back folks! This week Nicky is recovering from being sick for a whole week and what racing might look like in the coming weeks. Thanks again for your support and we will see you guys on the next one!

    Contemplating Gravel Events For 2024

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 59:51


    Welcome back for another episode my bike-minded folks. We get into some discussion about what gravel events are the hot ticket for this year and also follow up on last week's episode on traffic safety. Thanks so much for the continued support and please remember to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. 

    What Is A Cyclists Life Worth? Heal Up Soon Derek

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 30:46


    This wasn't an easy one to record with the recent hit-and-run that happened to Derek Teel. Nicky talks about his near experience with cars and what we can do to change the tide going forward. Thanks for your continued support and we will see you on the next one!

    Ron Shevock Is Back To Talk European Living

    Play Episode Play 45 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 72:10


    We're delighted to have Ron back in the studio to tell us all about his recent move to Denmark and what events he's been training for lately. It's always a blast getting to hang with this guy and we think you'll like this chat. Remember to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you get a chance and we'll see you on the next one. 

    Should Nicky Buy a Criterium Specific Bike?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 54:44


    We're back for another amazing episode of the show. This week, Erin and I talked all about the upcoming criterium season and whether I should build a specific bike just for racing crits. We appreciate your continued support and please remember to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. 

    Are Cycling Coaches Overkill?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 51:23


    Welcome back, cycling friends! This week, myself and Erin talk all about cycling training and if we think cycling coaches are necessary for most. Thanks for supporting the show and leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! It really helps. 

    Learning From Failure Is Necessary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 65:44


    Welcome back folks! I'm joined this week by my co-host Erin and we catch up with one another since it's been a few weeks since we've seen each other. Erin talks about a recent gravel ride that turned very difficult and what she learned through that process. 

    Optimistic For The New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 30:19


    Welcome back, folks. I'm feeling all sorts of ways after finishing up the 2023 season and we get into it. In this episode, we talk about the last round of Sac CX, holiday rides, and what I'm excited about in the new year. Thanks for an amazing 2023 and we appreciate you listening to the show. 

    Double Header Sac CX Recap And Ray Broke His Ribs!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 33:35


    What's good folks?! We're back for another episode of the show. Today I'm solo talking about my last two races that took place over the weekend and what happened to our good friend Raymond at one of those races. 

    Why Would Someone Take Ozempic For Cycling?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 60:10


    We're back once again folks for a fun-filled episode. This week Erin and I sit down to talk about some recent news about endurance athletes taking the weight loss drug Ozempic during training.  We also talk about the final rounds of the Sac CX series. 

    Talking Sh!t w/ My Race Nemesis Raymond Ynostroza

    Play Episode Play 24 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 58:17


    What a fun episode. My good friend and race nemesis Ray and I get to talk about fatherhood, relationships, and how to overcome grueling training sessions. 

    Serendipity In Girona (Erin Is Back!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 70:51


    What an episode we have this week. Erin joins us after her adventure in Girona. We get into all the nitty gritty. Thanks so much for listening and we'll be back next week. 

    Nutty Cross, The Black Friday Fallacy, and Sac CX in Folsom

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 30:10


    Yo, yo, yo! We're back again this week with lots to catch up on after a busy race weekend. In this episode, we talk about Nutty Cross which took place in Dixon, CA, and Nicky vents about Black Friday mayhem. We hope you guys are enjoying the show and we will be back next week with Erin joining the show. 

    Is The Apple Watch Ultra 2 Good For Cyclists?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 36:42


    Welcome back to the show folks. This week we talk about some updates on Erin's Girona trip as well as the last round of Sac CX. We also talk about Nicky moving from his Whoop to the latest Apple Watch Ultra and its uses for training. 

    The State of the Bike Industry w/ Matt LaPrade

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 49:34


    He's back again folks! Matt joined us this week for the episode and we couldn't be more stoked to have him back on the show. We dig into the nitty gritty as to what's been happening with his shop and the bike industry as a whole. This was a fun one so I hope you all enjoy. 

    New Cyclocross Bike & Erin Has Departed

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 19:34


    Welcome back for another episode of the podcast. Erin is taking off to Spain and Nicky is solo on this one. It's new bike day and we talk about the upcoming Sac CX race in Rocklin, CA. 

    Uber Etiquette & Monster Gravel Climbs

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 58:40


    What's up, folks?! We're back with another episode of the show and this week we talk about tubeless tire repair, Erin's favorite local gravel route, and how to call an Uber if you've had a mechanical issue. 

    Sac Century, Baggy Jerseys, and Serenading

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 60:48


    We've got Erin back in the studio folks. We sit down and talk about her most recent 100-mile ride as well as a number of other awesome topics. We hope you enjoy our latest episode of the show. Don't forget to share the show with your riding buddies and we'll see you guys next week. 

    We're BACK! And We've Got Lots To Catch Up On

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 32:22


    So happy to be back talking with you guys for this week's episode. We talk all about Nicky's first few CX races along with some embarrassing crash stories from his last MTB race of the year. 

    Quick Show Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 6:21


    Lots of changes coming for the show but for now we've got to take a short break to reset. We appreciate your continued support and we'll be back at the end of September. 

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