The Backyard Cyclist (Brian's Den)

Donate to the JDRF! Slow Start to 2023...The year has started out a little slower than I had hoped. Honestly, it's not the year's fault but mine own. I'm still dealing with some nagging injuries and health problems, but I'm trying to make headway in how I'm approaching this year. Music by Audionautix.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backyard-cyclist/support

On the Road Again... I can't wait to get back on the road, now that the weather is getting nicer. Listen for some tips to get road ready! Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backyard-cyclist/support

Donate to the JDRF! Welcome to 2023! Listen to see what's coming up on the show. Music by Audionautix.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backyard-cyclist/support

Donate to the JDRF! A look at the year 2022 for The Backyard Cyclist! Subscribe! And let me know what you want to hear! Music by Audionautix.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Donate to the JDRF! Post Ramapo Rally update and other things Backyard Cyclist! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Donate to the JDRF! The Big Day is almost here! How am I preparing? Let's talk about it. Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

I did a bike shop group ride last Sunday, it didn't go well at all. I think I'm not in as good of shape as I thought... Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Today, we talk about dealing with mental aspects of long rides. Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Today, we talk about my Summer Hill Climb Challenge and updates on how it's going so far. Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Today, we're diving in to group rides, whether with a local bike shop, a club, or a charity event. You can learn a lot from these rides, so let's get into it. Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Still riding that entry level bike? I'm still riding the same bike (pretty much) to this day. In this episode, we'll look at what and when to upgrade your parts. Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Switching to clipless pedals is easier than you think! Just follow these simple tips, and don't worry about the "failure to unclip" fall. It happens... Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Today, we're talking about where you can ride a bike. Parks, trails, and recreational areas offer great places to ride, often with great views. Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Today, we'll discuss how to get your bike to your ride start point: whether it be a group ride, a charity event, or taking your bike on vacation. Donate to the JDRF! Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

In today's episode, we'll be looking at basic maintenance and care of your bike so it will always be road ready. We'll also take a look at some next level maintenance that you can do in your backyard or garage, if you want to. Help my fundraising here: JDRF My Ride Music by Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Now that you're all set up with a bike and all the accessories, let's take look at your first time on the road and the problems you could experience. You may have heard horror stories from cyclists you know, like fishermen we're known for some tall tales now and then. But take those stories with a grain of salt because there is some truth in them. Donate to my JDRF Fundraiser --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

What kind of tools do you need to take with you on a ride? We'll be looking at what you need for different types of cycling, from recreational and around town to serious training. You can find my video about what I carry here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNwsT5KkfNg You can also make a donation to my JDRF Fundraiser here: http://www2.jdrf.org/goto/brian_donlin Intro Music: Deep State - Vans in Japan --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Riding a bike doesn't have to embarrassing or scary, all you need to do is sit down and pedal. You may think that people will look at you weird, or quietly make fun of you, but so what if they do? For every person that judges you, there are probably 3 more that are either inspired by you or are happy to see another person on a bike. I've had cheap bikes, box-store bikes, and bike shop bikes. While I can tell the difference between them all, the one thing I can't do is tell you one is better than the other. They're bikes, you pedal them and move forward. It doesn't matter what you ride, it's more important that you do ride. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

This challenge is going to be fun!- said no one ever. This one will be tough, but worth it. Over the last couple of years, I haven't been able to get out to my favorite climbs. So, as a part of my training for my JDRF Ride later this year, I'm going to challenge myself to get 6 Personal Records on 6 of my favorite climbs before I reach the elevation of Mt. Washington. Tune in for details! http://www2.jdrf.org/goto/brian_donlin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

I'm taking part in the JDRF Ride because I'm up for a physical and mental challenge that I know will be the experience of a lifetime. And, the money I raise will change the lives of millions of people who struggle with the burden of type 1 diabetes (T1D) every day. My nephew Super Zach, along with other family and friends, have been living with this autoimmune disease that adds a few more obstacles to having a normal life. Their struggles and victories made me want to support them and their families in the one way I enjoy: through bicycling. That's why I joined the My Ride program, in hopes that what I do can help those I know and love. Support me here: http://www2.jdrf.org/goto/brian_donlin Intro Music: Deep State - Vans in Japan --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Today, we tackle the question: Are bike shops worth it? With the rise in cycling over the last couple of years, bikes seem to be in demand more than ever. Used bikes can be found fairly easily at garage sales, auctions, or through local online groups. New bikes can be found online, at your local box store, or at your local bike shop (LBS). With the wider availability and lower costs, the bike shop almost seems to be an obsolete option. If you want to help me in my JDRF Fundraising, you can donate here: http://www2.jdrf.org/got/brian_donlin Music: Deep State - Vans in Japan --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

Today we'll be looking into the new law in my home state of NJ that requires a 4-feet passing distance between motor vehicles and cyclists and other road users. This has traditionally been a divisive topic but it really doesn't have to be. The new law isn't designed to give cyclists the “upper hand”, it's actually a pretty straight-forward law intended for BOTH parties. It just places the punishment on the vehicle that will do more damage to the other. We'll go over this in more detail today. NJ Bike & Walk Coalition's website: https://njbwc.org/team4nj/ NJ Legislature: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2020/A5570 JDRF Donation: http://www2.jdrf.org/goto/brian_donlin Intro Music: Deep State - Vans in Japan --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support

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Hi! I'm Brian, your Backyard Cyclist. I'm starting this podcast to explore suburban cycling and other thigs at a local level from a cycling enthusiast point of view. I plan on offering advice and general ramblings about suburban cycling and the things that go along with it. If you can help me reach my fundraising goal for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, you can donate here: http://www2.jdrf.org/goto/brian_donlin You can follow me here, as well: Brian's Den blog The Backyard Cyclist YouTube Intro Music: Deep State - Vans in Japan --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backyard-cyclist/support