Spinistry Chat

www.rattlesnakegravelgrind.bike2025_0214_1428In this episode of Spinistry Chat, we dive into the Rattlesnake Gravel Grind with special guest David King. David gives us a full rundown on the event, including details about the route, the community support, post-event festivities, and the purpose behind this unique gravel race in Sweetwater, Texas. Spinistry Chat also thanks its sponsors, Club Spinistry members, State Bicycle Company, and Gravel Worlds for their support. Introduction and Sponsor Thanks Special Discounts for Club Spinistry Members Welcome David King History and Origin of the Rattlesnake Gravel Grind Event Highlights and Details Sponsor and Community Support Routes and Challenging Terrain Volunteer Involvement and Safety Post-Event Festivities and Community Support Final Reminders and Call to Action

This one's a ride along podcast. Let us know what you think of the format.

Registration at Bikereg Veterans Gravel GrindSat November 9, 2024Colorado City, TX Facebook Discuss on SpinistryChat.com

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A snippet from our ShiftLess interview with Dylan Johnson. This one touches on a couple of hot buttons of ours specifically in the Spinistry realm. RIP Spirit of Gravel? Pro gravel racing and what I refer to as the U23 black hole. We think it is SUPER important for the future of thecycling industry to keep the passionate cyclists from 25-35 involved in the sport...as well as to encourage more riders in that demographic. Hear the full episode on all major podcast platforms, just search for ShiftLess or visit www.shiftless.org for the Spotify version. Also, check out The Bonk Bros for more of Dylan's hot takes https://www.patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros

Kona Bicycles' founders reclaim the brand, launch its ‘third chapter' Published May 19, 2024 by Steve Frothingham (BRAIN) — The founders of Kona Bicycles have repurchased the brand they sold to private equity-backed Kent Outdoors in December 2021. “We believed that the new owners would carry our vision forward and continue to build great bikes, employ great people, and deliver on the promise of quality, fun and a little weirdness that had defined Kona for so long,” co-founders Jake Heilbron and Dan Gerhard wrote in a letter to the industry they shared with BRAIN readers Monday morning. “Unfortunately that plan unfolded quite differently, so now we're buying Kona back,” they said in the letter.... https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2024/05/19/koan-bicycles%E2%80%99-founders-reclaim-brand-launch-its-%E2%80%98third-chapter%E2%80%99 https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2024/05/19/kona-bicycles-co-founders-letter-industry

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We still expect to roll with Plan A but here is the overview of our backup plan if weather does become a factor. Signup page with the routes is here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/FlowerMound/TurkeyBurn100AdventureChallenge

Just a quick overview of the Turkey Burn basics for those who might be wondering. More detailed info will be sent out as we get closer to ride day. Signup is here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/FlowerMound/TurkeyBurn100AdventureChallenge

Just call me Gumby! We're chatting about updates to our Colorado Plans. Do plan to join us for the Midnight Massacre on 8/5 and possibly some Florida Beginner Gravel Clinics? Spinistry kits are here: https://www.starlightapparel.com/collections/spinistry

Hey, I misspoke a couple of times and called it a beginner bikepacking clinic. Make no mistake, 7/1 is a Beginner Gravel Clinic. www.indievelo.com www.ridespinistry.com

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Topics in this episode include: Redshift, King Technical Apparel and Big Agnes coupons. Testing: Catalyst pedals, Aero Spide bikepacking rack, Redshift Arclight pedals. Beginner gravel clinics. Bikepacking clinics/meetups. Midnight Rambler 6/24 and Midnight Massacre 8/5. Intro to indieVelo.

Super short episode to outline what we have in mind for our upcoming Beginner Gravel Clinics. Spread the word, spread the love!

Bikepacking curious but don't know where to start? Listen to this to sort out which direction to start out. Experienced bikepacker but looking for a group to adventure with? Come Join Us!

RAT 1000 meetup plans, Midnight Massacre routes under consideration, Taysha Heritage Trail Update, Folks are NETT Curious & more! http://www.clubspinistry.com

In this episode we go over different options for identifying and sourcing bikepacking, gravel and adventure routes.

The 2023 bikepacking survey results are in and somewhat surprising (in a good way)! There are definitely some takeaways that point us towards some ways we can better communicate details and organize adventures for our riders. Feedback is definitely welcome and appreciated. Join Club Spinistry here: www.clubspinistrycom

Big thanks to our friend Chris Carlson for sharing an afternoon of good conversation with us. An additional shout out to Bike Mart for their hospitality! Reach out to Chris here: https://www.facebook.com/CarlsonCycling Want to know more about Spinistry? https://www.spinistry.net/

Club Spinistry members can access the routes/data and updates here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/SaintJo/RedtoRioGrandeRiversRoute Not a member yet? Come Join Us! http://www.clubspinistry.com

This one is aimed at Sun Belt type riders who might not be familiar with riding when the temps get a bit nippy... Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/spinistry Our affiliate link to The Black Bibs: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2075577&u=3336575&m=127356&urllink=&afftrack= King Technical Apparel (use coupon code spinistry20 ): https://www.kingtechnicalapparel.com/store/c1/Featured_Products.html Our affiliate link to Pearl Izumi: https://bit.ly/3hRnXve --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Based on surveys and polling here are the Top 10 things that we believe will help newer gravel riders have a better experience. Follow us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/spinistry Join Club Spinistry here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Club/TX/Roanoke/ClubSpinistry

Signup and download Austin County routes here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/Industry/SpinistryAustinCountyTexasRoutes2022 Join Club Spinistry here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Club/TX/Roanoke/ClubSpinistry Going forward Spinistry routes will be available post event for anyone to access at any time. Routes will be adjusted to eliminate any private property/private roads utilized for event venues. We will include notes and details for amenities along the adjusted routes as well as appropriate parking areas.

The 2022 MonsterCross Mayhem route from Fort Worth to Dallas (or reverse it, your call) is in the books and final! Routes are available to Club Spinistry members from the Club Signup Page: https://www.bikesignup.com/Club/TX/Roanoke/ClubSpinistry Bonus for Club Spinistry members through February 2022 is a coupon code for 20% discount at The Black Bibs. Coupon Code is also available for members from the Club Page linked above. Non members can access the route files for $10 here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/FortWorth/2022SpinistryMonsterCrossFortWorthtoDallasConnector

General overview/preview of the MonsterCross Mayhem route and details. Westbound train schedule: https://trinityrailwayexpress.org/westbound-saturday/ Signup is here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/FortWorth/MonsterCrossMayhem

Here's a real time overview of what I mean by a daily, low intensity ride. Come ride along and bring your helmets!

The first 12 week segment is in the books. Listen in on how it went and where we're going next.

We sit down with Dana Burch to discuss his record settingRAT 1000 accomplishment. He answers questions from fans and shares his insights. Dana used his RAT 1000 attempts to raise funds for Big Pig Cancer Foundation. Please find out more about this worthy cause here: http://bigpigcancerfoundation.org/ RAT 1000 2022 Signup is here: https://runsignup.com/Race/AR/Texarkana/RAT10002022 Facebook Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/514661475378019 Spinistry Discussion Forum: https://www.spinistry.net/forum/rat-1000

Kevin is back on the bike and here is 6 week checkup with the 12 week training plan we shared earlier in the year.

Here is the preview for our Club Spinistry Big Bender out of Big Bend National Park 11/12/21-11/16/21.

Fitness survey results covered in the first 30 minutes. The next hour is detailed breakdown and review of the submitted comments. Join Club Spinistry here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Club/TX/Roanoke/ClubSpinistry Our current events calendar: https://spinistry.rsupartner.com/upcoming-races

We are starting a video series to help folks get into bikepacking and other bicycle camping adventures. Your feedback is sincerely appreciated so that we can be sure to cover the most important topics to all. No, we don't know everything there is to know about these topics but we do know enough to show others how to have a good time safely and confidently. Please forgive the audio quality on this one. Had to record inside the truck because it was just too windy outside. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We are kicking off 2021 in style for Club Spinistry members! Easy access and better organization for the routes library is now available! Access the 250+ DFW area routes here and NOW: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/FortWorth/ClubSpinistryDFWRoutes All routes for all areas are still available in the old library. We will update the other regions over the coming weeks. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Virtual riders' meeting. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

You can join Club Spinistry here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Club/TX/Roanoke/ClubSpinistry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Overview of the general plan for the trip. More details will be shared with club members who signup for the trip. Join Club Spinistry here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Club/TX/Roanoke/ClubSpinistry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Cool stuff coming to the ride and race calendar for gravel, mountain bike racing and bikepacking! We have found a formula to get everyone racing safely again. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Signup is here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/Paris/2020HelloftheNorthTexas Call this number to reserve an RV hookup for $35: 903-739-9912 Call this number for a special "Gravel Grinder" rate at the Holiday Inn Express: 903-785-0088 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We talk about some our 2020 plans for club members including our CO trip in October and our Big Bend overland trip in November. Includes more tips about scouting routes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A short overview of the route and the general plan for the weekend. Signup is here: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/Muenster/ClubSpinistryGrasslandsOvernighter --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We're kicking off our Spinistry Chat format with Panaracer Challenge leaderboard updates, upcoming Spinistry events as well as details about State Champ qualifications for Challenge participants. https://www.bikesignup.com/panaracerchallenge --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

SHOW LESSWOW!!! We had amazing participation for our opening weekend. Here's an overview of current standings as well as how folks can keep up going forward. We also chat about our expectations around some faster times to start accumulating later this year. Not signed up yet or want to look at results yourself? Click here: https://www.bikesignup.com/panaracerchallenge --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Scouting our "alternate" route after this past weekend's floods. Ron gives us the poop and scoop on bicycle insurance, Peloton and other stuff.

Talking about our future plans for our long rides and what the future brings for gravel grinders.