Secrets From The Saddle: All things Cycling PODCAST

The Bike Packing Series Starts with a female Bike Packer from Toronto Robyn Hughes.

I'm getting ready to go on my first Bike Packing trip. So excited.

That's right I DID IT. I returned and completed 350miles / 562km Unbound xl the hardest gravel race in North America. Sit back and enjoy the story

Here are some of the things I've been doing to get ready for this years UNBOUND XL. Make sure to watch for my Unbound XL Race Report

In every race or event, someone finishes LAST and this time it was ME. Enjoy the race report from the local Clarence Rockland Gravel Classic Event.

Another great connection with an amazing human Minister Neil Taylor of Emporia, Kansas. I got to meet him on the start line of Unbound Gravel XL and I never saw him again, until this interview where he shared his XL experience and gave some tips about this year's routes heading NORTH.

I met Kai at the Campground in Emporia Kansas at UNBOUND Gravel 2023. We had tents beside each other. I knew I needed to have Kai on the podcast after we got talking. At a young age, he was diagnosed with a bone cancer called Osteosarcoma. His journey on the bike is pretty amazing.

One of the best presentations you'll experience, to prepare for UNBOUND Gravel 200mile and 350 mile XL. Based on my 2023 Unbound XL race experience.

This was an incredible interview with Brandon from BikefitRVA. He shared numerous tips for women who are buying bikes, whether new or used. Before making a purchase, consider Bikefit first, and buy later. We also discussed the best handlebars. It was mind-blowing!

It all started with a reachout on IG about Unbound XL and we went from there. Jessica spent last year 2023 racing as one of the Lifetime Grand Prix Pro ladies, touring the USA racing, just for fun...I love it. Jessica is also a huge advocate for the www.AvoutRacing.com Junior Kids MTN bike program, which is so amazing.

Enjoy this small glimpse into the life of an amazing human who is living her best life on a bike, creating content, and documenting her adventures on YouTube. Why Alina creates the kinds of adventures she does. Women Supporting Women

Another brilliant invention made from scraps. Everyone needs one of these when riding in wet muddy conditions

Randonneuring is the mecca of all Endurance riding. Lisa doesn't just go for a 4 hr ride, she goes for 6-8hr rides. Learn all about the World of Randonneuring.

Meet this amazing human, Mom, Actress, Energy Guru, IM Athlete. Farah has had the opportunity to be asked to participate in some pretty cool Cycling events. Have a listen, she might inspire you to try something epic.

With the start of the Velomobile World Ambassador program, he became deeply involved in promoting Velomobiles as an alternative form of transportation. Have a listen to the podcast episode 104 with the Visionary himself Jan Wijnen, how this cool Carbon Covered TRIKE is making waves all over the world. https://podcasts.bcast.fm/e/x81qpvz8

Every club needs a great cycling kit. And Heini, has some of the best new high-tech cycling jerseys and NEW SEAMLESS Cycling BIB Shorts. The best thing is they customize and can personalize a cycling kit for you, with an unreal turnaround. The prices are right. Check them out.

Full-on family trip to Australia and New Zealand. Follow the trip on my Socials.

Kristen is the founder and owner of Femme Cyclist The Rascals are a bike-obsessed family of three: Blair (dad), Kristen (mom), and P (kiddo). While Blair and I (Kristen) have always been avid cyclists, we started biking with our son just before his first birthday. At the time (way back in 2012), there wasn't a ton of information about how to bike with young kids. So we started learning and sharing as we went. Over time, we began testing and reviewing all the products we tested along the way. Our son is 11 now and an amazing rider. While he prefers downhill racing and BMX, we've always encouraged all types of riding.

40yrs HED Cycling has been a dominator in the wheel aerodynamic technology. Did you know the HED brand was launched as a result of Anne winning a car at a triathlon.

If you are NEW to the world of Indoor training, this episode is for you. If you have friends who are new to online training, PLEASE SHARE. Everyone is so eager to get started, no one wants to go through BURNOUT before the summer season starts.

GREAT QUESTIONS. This exclusive interview was held by Farah Foster-Manning who interviewed me as a guest for her Women's Triathlon club in the Toronto Area. I asked her if I could use the interview for the podcast.

For so many athletes COFFEE is a staple part of the day or training routine, performance output or is it just part of the ride? I want to hear from you, what do you think?

Did you know that Felt bicycle company originated from Moto sports - Motorcycles? This story is pretty cool!

Have you ever wondered how you could bring more of your community together to build an event? Cesco isn't just about translation services, they help organizers reach out to Diverse communities to help build a Multi-Cultural Event.

Follow along on YT or go to the website http://www.cyclingskillspro.com as you are listening. Full explanation of some winter training options, for all levels and all budgets. The best way to get to achieving your 2024 goals through winter training with ME ;o)

LAUF Seigla is ranked as one of the TOP Gravel bikes, and here's why. You will be amazed at how the Lauf - Suspension fork was created.

SORRY FOR THE AUDIO- it wasn't the best in this episode. Happy September. This is the best time to start asking yourself - How was my summer? Did I achieve my goals? If not what happened? What can I do over the winter to get better? It's the BIG SUMMER Assessment TIme.

Super excited to have Sam on the podcast explaining the new changes in the cycling world for non-binary folks. How the category is being embraced and is growing within the Gravel World of events.

We thank Jackie MacDonald for putting together a bio on her life experience as a Hi-Level and Olympic Athlete back when there were very few women in sports. Enjoy a great read as she shares her story, and how she was able to progress in sports as a woman.

When you have lots on your mind it's time to share some RANDOM Thoughts & Your 2024 Goals.

I had the pleasure of having Canadian Pro Athlete - Rach McBride back on the podcast to talk about competing in the Non-Binary 200mile category. How was the experience at the front of the pak. Check out EP 199. my first interview with Rach. https://podcasts.bcast.fm/e/xn10vjy8-199-first-gender-non-binary-professional-triathlete-going-gravel-rachel-mcbride

It was Karl's first 200 miler Gravel Race at Coast 2 Coast in Michigan. How he trained, prepared and finished. Enjoy an exciting race report.

Learn how an Aerospace company takes a chunk of the Tubeless tire sealant market by adding recycled carbon fibres to the sealant to create a super effective hole sealing product for gravel, road and Mountain bike tubeless tires.

Kathryn created the Homestretch Foundation, which is nestled in Tucson, Arizona to help female cyclists who are not being paid to race, but need a place to stay during the off-season to train while seeking a PRO contract. In addition, Kathyrns book STAND will be launched on July 4, 2023 as an Audio book through Spotify. Check it out

Yup I went back for a second year. This time with a couple of great friends and I was able to achieve my fundraising goal of $2500, finishing with $2900 thanks to so many friends and family believing in me. The Princess Margaret Cancer Research Center - Ride to Conquer Cancer raised over $17 million one million more than last year, absolutely astounding and I am proud to be part of it. This year my small group joined a much bigger corporate team: Scotia Bank, which was pretty cool to be part of a team of over 100 cyclists....all from Toronto mind you. We need an Ottawa Division of Scotia for next year for sure.

Said to be one of the best bicycles in the world, Priority Bikes created their bikes with an INTERNAL hub and removed the hassle of having a chain, by adding a belt. Just an amazing story of how this small bike company got started with KICKSTARTER.

Hope you enjoy my Race Report, sharing my gear and the whole story of how it went down, to the point where I missed the time cutoff and didn't finish. After finishing 504km of the XL course, it was the hardest and most physically painful experience, ever. Have a listen.

If you've been to an event the odds of you trying INFINIT NUTRITION are pretty good. Event or not, this amazing nutritional system is sweeping the NATION and you need to know why. I will be using INFINIT nutrition for UNBOUND XL and I can't wait!

There are a lot of cycling clothing companies out there. Meet Claire the National Sales Manager for the popular JAKROO : Custome Apparel for Cycling. If you are an individual or small group looking to create a cycling kit, have a listen Jakroo has some pretty amazing custom small order options.

Meet Kristen & PL a couple with a passion so great that they decided to ride the globe over 5 years to support 5 charities. They get started this June conquering the Great Divide from BC to Mexico. Follow and support the cause.

How gritty are you?

Did you know that MEN have hormones and go through a form of Male Menopause or Andropause? It's true and Camille Lawson, Sex Therapist will be talking about it. If you want to hear and learn more about Menopause, PLEASE comment in the review section of your favourite podcast platform.

From IM Triathlons to being invited to participate in the Lifetime Grand Prix, meet fellow Canadian Angela Naeth. Angela is also the woman behind the brands and teams I Race Like a Girl & her now passion of Gravel racing and the creation of Girls Get Gritty. How she makes it all work while having a ton of fun.

Nothing like a good race report.

Signing on with his first official race team in Dubai: Alshafar Jumeirah Team Martin is taking some very important steps toward his cycling career. So proud of him for having the ability to watch his progress. Keep up the great work!! Ride ON.

Can't believe we are celebrating 15yrs, where has the time gone? All those 15yrs weren't that awesome and here's what happened. This club has been a place where I've met some extraordinary ladies and led tons of great rides and grown as a cycling coach. I have been blessed to have coached over 1000 women since the club started in 2008. It has been the most amazing feeling watching women grow to love cycling as I have.

One of the best inventions ever - My Velo Fit - AI-powered ONLINE BIKE FIT. Download the app and conduct your own Bike Fit from home. Great if you have multiple bikes, and no more waiting to book a Bike Fit. Great for anyone, anywhere. PLUS an amazing tool that coaches can use with clients as a cool add-on to their services. Meet the founder Jesse Jarjour.

Yes, it's true. I enjoyed the Ride to Conquer Cancer charity event so much last year, that I'm bringing friends this year and putting a much larger effort into the fundraising component. My fundraising goal is $5000 this year. I'm committed to riding 2 events, over 2 weeks for a total of 750km. I will be riding for my mom who is a breast cancer survivor, my daughter who has a brain tumour and for all who have survived cancer and have lost a loved one to cancer. I am with you 100%. To donate go to www.fun-ride.ca Every little bit helps.

Michigan seems to be the USA GRAVEL HUB for the USA with TRI4HEALTH.com hosting 11 Gravel, Triathlon and running events this season. They have it all covered. And here's the story behind how John Mosey & Jon Conkling came to own 11 race events. Don't forget to use this Discount CODE: sylvie10 to get 10% OFF ANY of their 11 race events

Meet Adam Rupell a serial entrepreneur, who has owned some pretty cool like MUD HERO and his current automotive project Drive Festival. Adam celebrates 25 yr with Chico Racing - 24HR Summer Solstice Mountain Bike race.

It's always exciting to learn the history behind some of the iconic gravel races in the USA and Gravel Worlds would be one of them, celebrating over a decade of Grass-Roots gravel love. Thanks, Cory Godrey & Jason Stohbehn for a great conversation.