Podcasts about gravel worlds

An episode long overdue, we finally got the chance to chat with Morgan Chaffin, a back to back two time champ of the Gravel Worlds 75, to talk about her wins, her journey into cycling, and her very unique training program! This episode is sponsored by GOODLIFE Nutrition. Fuel your GOODLIFE with nutrition that works! Head over to www.fuelyourgoodlife.com and use code GRAVELFAMILY for 20% off your first order.

On this episode we talk with Bobby Wintle, the lead promoter of The Mid South Gravel. This past weekend Stillwater, Oklahoma experienced unprecedented wildfires that burnt thousands of acres of forests and grass lands, destroyed wildlife habitats and farmland, took over 70 homes, and ultimately cancelled one of gravel's most beloved events. We sit down with Bobby to process through the highs and lows and aftermath from this weekend. This is by far our most emotionally charged podcast as we let Bobby talk through all the feelings, actions, and timeline of the entire Mid South week. This is also the first video podcast we've done and will be released on Mid South's Youtube very soon. -Thank you to all the first responders who tirelessly worked to keep everyone safe. Because of them, there were no reported deaths and hundreds of homes were saved. -You can support Stillwater by donating to the https://www.unitedwaypaynecounty.org/form/donate-or-pledge-2022. Gravel Worlds will also be donating 50% of race entry fees between now and April 8 to support #StillwaterStrong-This episode is sponsored by GOODLIFE Nutrition. Use code GRAVELFAMILY for 20% off your first order.

On the heels of his brand new film premiere: LUKAS, we had a chance to sit down with the movie star himself, Lukas Coon, and his amazing mom, Jen, to talk about his incredible journey in gravel. Starting out at the first Adventure for All Lincoln athlete to learn how to ride a bike, to completing Gravel Worlds, his story is one that inspires. The Film LUKAS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZ3PGQ9uRvw This episode is sponsored by GOODLIFE Nutrition. To learn more about GOODLIFE's lineup of nutrition products go to www.fuelyourgoodlife.com

State Bicycles partner link: https://alnk.to/9Ifw9exKevin's YouTube video: https://youtu.be/fZHpVskOzwc?si=Q5eATLueA3XHyi_GBrad's history video: https://youtu.be/JMZbU6on43kUCI Gravel Worlds Turmoil: https://www.bicycleretailer.com/retail-news/2025/03/04/specialized-retail-stores-offer-chain-waxing-silca-partnershipConversations from Casa Verde: Adventures in Terlingua and Affordable Gravel BikesIn this episode, the hosts discuss their recent activities, including a trip to Terlingua, Texas, for a photo shoot with Shimano and a deep dive into cooking and cycling in the desert. They highlight the excellent food prepared for the crew, the beautiful landscape, and memorable cycling rides in the area. The conversation moves to the accessibility of gravel biking, featuring a detailed overview of the new State Bicycle Co. 4130 All-Road bike, its affordability, components, and potential as a gateway for new riders into the gravel scene. The dialogue also delves into technical aspects of bike maintenance, the pros and cons of electronic shifting, and recent updates from the cycling industry, including Silca's collaboration with Specialized and Intense Cycle's new program with QBP for custom bike builds.00:00 Technical Difficulties and Introductions00:50 Windy Weather Woes01:10 Tree Trimming Tales03:25 Cycling Conversations11:18 Shimano vs. SRAM Debate17:07 Cheating in Cycling23:56 Nicolas Cage Movie Talk26:04 Chain Waxing and Bike Maintenance35:57 Intense Cycles and QBP Partnership41:04 REI and People for Bikes Initiative45:40 Bikepacking and Terlingua Reflections46:32 Finding the Perfect Cabin47:18 Exploring the Surroundings48:31 A Culinary Adventure51:17 Desert Delicacies57:25 Cycling Through Terlingua01:00:17 The State Bicycle Review01:14:27 Gravel Worlds and Gear Talk01:20:02 Electronic Shifting Insights01:29:28 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Uphttps://www.bicycleretailer.com/announcements/2025/03/04/intense-cycles-works-solve-ibd-challenges

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

In this episode, we sit down with Luke Hall, the 2024 Long Voyage 300 winner, to dive into his incredible record breaking journey at Gravel Worlds, his personal cycling story, and what's on the calendar for 2025. Luke shares insights into the challenges and nutrition strategy of his 2024 victory, how Gravel Worlds tested his limits, and what drives him to continue pushing the envelope in the sport. We also get a glimpse of his goals for the upcoming year, including the races and ambitions for his 2025 season.

In this episode, we sit down with Simen Nordahl Svendsen, the youngest-ever winner of Gravel Worlds and an absolute powerhouse in the gravel racing scene. Riding for PAS, Simen has made a name for himself with back-to-back wins at the Rifts and a dominant performance in the 2024 Gravel Earth series. We dive into his journey into the sport, what it was like to conquer Gravel Worlds, and the unique tradition he's created for himself whenever he races in a new location. Whether you're a fan of gravel racing or just love hearing from rising stars, this episode is one you won't want to miss. Tune in for insights into the mind of one of the sport's most exciting up-and-comers! This episode is sponsored by GoodLife Nutrition. To learn more GoodLife Nutrition's lineup of science backed products, head over to www.fuelyourgoodlife.com

Episode 131 - Holiday Special   If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr).    Don't forget about that end of year shopping with our homies over at Silca (https://silca.cc) for all those hot holiday products and use the discount code “BonkBrosDecember24” for an extra 10% off.    Huge shout to our newest sponsor, JOIN Cycling, for coming on board and offering y'all a free 30 day trial of their app. JOIN was one of the first major online training platforms to integrate machine learning into their platform to create truly adaptive and dynamic training for athletes. Try it out today, with no strings attached, for 30 days: join.cc/bonkbros    Alright let's get this party started   FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK THE LATEST EPISODE: Silca (10% discount code: BonkBrosDecember24): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast   JOIN Cycling (30-day free trial): join.cc/bonkbros     Dynamic Cyclist (10% discount code: BONKBROS): https://new.dynamiccyclist.com/a/43703/xkYViFV8     Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros     For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow   Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6   MERCH: T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below. https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com/    IGNITION: Hire a coach. Get faster. It's that simple. https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/   MATCHBOX PODCAST: Check out our more serious training focused podcast.  https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast      The Following Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.     Keywords new home, laundry tips, training volume, reverse periodization, injuries, teamwork, athlete inspiration, mindset, responsibilities, running, cyclocross, Vanderpool, YouTube, genetics, VO2 max, athletic potential, parenting, power meters, cycling, gravel racing, Gravel Worlds, Australia, Brevard, cycling gear, winter cycling, bike components, travel, jet lag, cycling tips, strength training, cycling, podcast, tire choices, gravel racing, training volume, endurance, fitness, cycling community, authenticity Summary In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from settling into a new home, sharing laundry tips, and exploring training methods like reverse periodization. They also touch on personal experiences with injuries, the importance of teamwork when inspiring young athletes, and the mindset shifts necessary for balancing training with responsibilities. In this segment, the conversation flows from early morning running experiences to insights on cyclocross racing, particularly focusing on Vanderpool's impressive performance. The discussion then shifts to the phenomenon of children's YouTube channels, exploring the lucrative nature of toy reviews. Finally, the group delves into listener questions about genetics and athletic potential, emphasizing the role of maternal influence on VO2 max and athletic performance. In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of gravel racing, including the geographic isolation of certain races, the future of Gravel Worlds, and the challenges of traveling to Australia for events. They also delve into the riding conditions in Brevard, comparing it to Tucson, and share insights on winter cycling gear and personal bike preferences. In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of strength training for cyclists, share their favorite cycling podcasts, and explore the joy of podcasting. They delve into tire choices for mixed terrain riding, strategies for racing on gravel, and the nuances of training volume and intensity. The conversation also touches on the debate between strength training and cardiovascular training, highlighting the different perspectives within the cycling community. Takeaways Scott has moved into his new house and is settling in. Listeners shared helpful tips on washing machines with Scott. Dizzle is planning to increase his training volume in 2025. Scott partially tore his MCL while ice skating. The hosts discuss the importance of teamwork and inspiration for young athletes. Dylan is considering a new training approach involving block weeks. Adam emphasizes the importance of training in the morning when responsibilities allow. Dylan shares his experience with training and responsibilities. The conversation highlights the balance between personal life and athletic commitments. The hosts reflect on their training habits and seasonal challenges. Running in the early morning can feel isolating but is often shared by others. Cyclocross racing showcases incredible talent, especially from athletes like Vanderpool. YouTube channels for kids can generate astonishing views and revenue. Genetics play a significant role in athletic performance, particularly maternal influence. VO2 max is a key indicator of aerobic potential, influenced by genetics. The conversation highlights the competitive nature of cycling and the impact of elite athletes. Parenting and the influence of children's media consumption are discussed humorously. The group reflects on the absurdity of YouTube fame through toy reviews. Listener questions reveal insights into the science of genetics and athleticism. The discussion touches on the importance of reliable equipment in cycling. Gravel racing events are often located in remote areas, which can be challenging for participants. The future of Gravel Worlds may include locations outside of Europe, raising questions about accessibility. Traveling to Australia for gravel racing poses logistical challenges due to its distance. Brevard is highlighted as an excellent location for road riding, with potential for great gravel and mountain biking as well. Weather conditions in Brevard can be quite different from those in Tucson, affecting training decisions. Cyclists should consider bringing multiple bike types when traveling to diverse riding locations. Layering strategies for winter cycling can significantly impact comfort and performance. Personal bike preferences and maintenance practices can vary widely among cyclists. Jet lag can have a lasting impact on performance after international travel. Cycling gear, including leg warmers, can be customized for individual comfort. Strength training is essential for improving cycling performance. Authenticity in podcasting resonates with listeners. Tire choice can significantly impact performance on mixed terrain. Racing strategies should consider the terrain and conditions. Training volume includes all forms of exercise, not just cycling. Strength training contributes to overall fitness and endurance. Cyclists should be mindful of their tire choices based on race conditions. The joy of podcasting comes from genuine interactions and discussions. Different cyclists have varying opinions on training methods and volume. Engaging in strength training can enhance overall athletic performance. Titles New Beginnings: Settling into a New Home Laundry Lessons: Tips and Tricks Training Talk: Volume and Reverse Periodization Injuries and Ice Skating: A Cautionary Tale Inspiration and Teamwork: Engaging with Young Athletes Mindset Shifts: Training and Responsibilities Strength Training Secrets for Cyclists The Best Cycling Podcasts You Need to Listen To Sound Bites "Are you guys like moved in now?" "Dude, my house is spotless right now." "I can barely like, survive." "The proof is in the pudding." "I don't know what a 10 year old thinks." "I'm just an average everyday person." "Gravel Worlds not in Europe?" "I just want to hunt some kangaroos!" "Jet lag would be so bad!" "Road riding in Brevard is amazing!" "Bring all three bikes!" "Cutting holes in knee warmers helps!" "You should work for GCN!" "We're all just authentic." "The race is decided on gravel." "You didn't win a race." "I did a 30 hour training week last week." Chapters 00:00 New Beginnings: Settling into a New Home 03:02 Laundry Lessons: Tips and Tricks 06:00 Training Talk: Volume and Reverse Periodization 09:00 Injuries and Ice Skating: A Cautionary Tale 11:58 Inspiration and Teamwork: Engaging with Young Athletes 15:00 Mindset Shifts: Training and Responsibilities 19:08 Early Morning Adventures: Running in the Dark 21:19 Cyclocross Insights: Vanderpoel's Dominance 25:16 The YouTube Phenomenon: Kids and Toy Channels 32:49 Listener Questions: Genetics and Athletic Potential 43:32 Gravel Racing and Geographic Isolation 45:25 The Future of Gravel Worlds 46:15 Traveling to Australia for Gravel Racing 49:53 Bike Components and Personal Preferences 53:15 Brevard Riding Conditions and Recommendations 56:01 Comparing Weather: Brevard vs. Tucson 01:01:02 Winter Cycling Gear and Layering Strategies 01:03:46 Strength Training for Cyclists 01:05:31 Cycling Podcast Favorites and Authenticity 01:06:40 The Joy of Podcasting 01:07:49 Tire Choices for Mixed Terrain 01:11:47 Racing Strategies on Gravel 01:15:51 Training Volume and Intensity 01:19:28 Strength Training vs. Cardiovascular Training

As the youngest known summiteer of Mauna Kea, and podiuming at races all over the country, Greer Peed is making his name in the cycling world! We chat about his inspiring summit, his 2024 Gravel Worlds 75 mile finish, his Everest experience on Zwift, and much more! This episode is sponsored by GoodLife Nutrition. Check out their line of products including their great tasting Carb Mix (made with Cluster Dextrin, a better carbohydrate that digests easily like food), EAA's, Protein, and Endurance Recovery mixes online at www.fuelyourgoodlife.com or follow them on Instagram at @fuelyourgoodlife

Episode 129 - Pidcock Drama, Cross Nats Preview, and Getting The Life Time Boot w/ Lance Haidet   If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr).    Oh yeah don't forget to hit up our homies over at Silca (https://silca.cc) for all those hot holiday products and use the NEW discount code “BonkBrosDecember24” for an extra 5% off. Alright let's get this party started.     Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros       FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK THE LATEST EPISODE: Silca (BonkBrosDecember24): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast   Dynamic Cyclist (10% discount code: BONKBROS): https://new.dynamiccyclist.com/a/43703/xkYViFV8     For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow   Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6   MERCH: T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below. https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com/    IGNITION: Hire a coach. Get faster. It's that simple. https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/   MATCHBOX PODCAST: Check out our more serious training focused podcast.  https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast      The Following Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm   Keywords Dylan, Adam, Scott, Tom Pidcock, cycling, Ineos, Q36.5, contracts, training, podcast, cycling, teams, Pidcock, Unbound, training, recovery, racing, goals, media influence, performance, cycling, gravel racing, U23 category, privateer, Lifetime Grand Prix, European cycling, competitive cycling, Cyclocross, Nationals, Race Predictions, Course Conditions, Kerry, Work-Life Balance, Cycling Community   Summary In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to cycling, including the challenges of training during the offseason, the recent transition of cyclist Tom Pidcock from Ineos to Q36.5, and the implications of his contract. They also touch on the technical issues faced during the podcast and introduce guest Lance Haidet, who shares insights on Pidcock's future racing career. The conversation delves into various aspects of cycling, focusing on team dynamics, individual aspirations, and the impact of media narratives on athletes. The participants discuss the future of cycling teams, particularly in relation to riders like Pidcock, and share personal experiences and strategies regarding race preparation and recovery. The discussion also highlights the significance of standout performances versus consistency in racing, as well as the excitement surrounding upcoming events like the Unbound race and the BWR series. In this conversation, the participants discuss the evolving landscape of competitive cycling, particularly focusing on gravel racing and the introduction of a U23 category in the Lifetime Grand Prix. They explore the challenges faced by young riders in breaking into the sport, the dynamics of being a gravel privateer, and the difficulties of competing in Europe. The conversation highlights the importance of support systems for emerging cyclists and the impact of established riders on the opportunities available to newcomers. In this episode, the hosts discuss the upcoming Cyclocross Nationals, sharing personal reflections on past races, predictions for the event, and the impact of potential winners on the sport's future. They delve into the balance between racing and work life, highlighting the dedication of athletes like Kerry, who manage to compete at high levels while maintaining full-time jobs. The conversation wraps up with light-hearted banter about practical life topics, including washing machines and event logistics.   Takeaways Dylan shares his heavy training schedule. Tom Pidcock's move from Ineos to Q36.5 raises eyebrows. The financial aspects of cycling contracts can be complex. Technical issues are a common occurrence in podcasts. Having written agreements helps clarify expectations. The cycling community is buzzing about Pidcock's decision. The hosts speculate on the implications of Pidcock's move. Contracts in cycling can be more flexible than expected. Lance Haidet provides insights on Pidcock's future. The conversation highlights the dynamics of team transitions in cycling. Team dynamics play a crucial role in cycling performance. Signing top riders can elevate a team's status in competitions. Pidcock's career choices reflect a desire for versatility in racing. Media narratives can shape public perception of athletes. Personal goals in cycling often evolve with experience and results. The Unbound race requires significant training and recovery. Different racing styles suit different riders' strengths. Consistency in performance is key for long-term success. Post-race recovery is essential for maintaining fitness. Excitement for upcoming races can drive motivation and training. Dizzle expresses disappointment about his race prospects. Lance emphasizes that anything can happen in races. Montana is a popular choice among racers for upcoming events. Lance plans to participate in UCI races and Gravel Worlds. The scheduling conflicts between major races are frustrating for competitors. The introduction of a U23 category in the Lifetime Grand Prix is a significant development. Support for young riders is crucial for their success in gravel racing. The gravel privateer pathway is challenging for emerging cyclists. Established riders often dominate sponsorship opportunities, making it hard for newcomers. Competing in Europe presents unique challenges for American cyclists. Lance reflects on missing his first cross-nats since 2008. Dizzle considers making a YouTube video instead of racing. Predictions for the race include Bruner and Strohmeier as favorites. Course conditions are expected to be challenging but not overly muddy. Kerry's potential win could significantly impact the future of cyclocross. The hosts discuss the balance of racing and work life for athletes. Dylan emphasizes the importance of Kerry's story for the cycling community. The conversation touches on the commitment required to train while working full-time. The hosts joke about the logistics of laundry for dedicated cyclists. The episode concludes with a light-hearted discussion about housing at events.   Titles The Heavy Burden of Training Tom Pidcock's Bold Move Understanding Cycling Contracts Technical Glitches and Guest Insights The Future of Cycling with Tom Pidcock Exploring Team Dynamics in Cycling The Future of Cycling Teams: Insights and Aspirations   Sound Bites "Contracts aren't anything." "It's a pro-confi team, isn't it?" "I got the Unbound bug." "I want to go win something." "I always liked Sea Otter a lot." "I think Leadville's just sick." "Montana sounds a lot cooler." "Gravel worlds? Yeah." "Why do they do that?" "It's just not enjoyable." "You're never gonna, yeah." "He always did the 50-50." "I think Curtis is gonna win." "Dude, Kerry freaking hustles."   Chapters 00:00 The Offseason and Training Regimen 06:04 Contractual Implications and Financial Aspects 09:02 Technical Issues and Guest Introduction 11:55 Future of Tom Pidcock's Racing Career 13:12 Team Dynamics in Cycling 14:11 The Future of Cycling Teams 15:50 Pidcock's Aspirations and Career Choices 16:40 Media Influence on Cyclist Narratives 18:34 Lance's Competitive Journey and Goals 19:40 The Unbound Race Experience 21:56 Training Philosophy and Race Preparation 23:09 The Shift in Racing Focus 25:28 Reflections on Past Performances 27:02 Consistency vs. Standout Performances 29:10 Post-Race Recovery Strategies 30:46 The Unbound Bug and Training Mindset 32:04 Looking Ahead to 2025 36:27 Excitement for Upcoming Races 36:52 The Race Landscape: Choices and Challenges 41:17 U23 Category: A New Opportunity in Cycling 46:26 The Gravel Privateer Pathway: Breaking In 50:08 Navigating the Competitive Cycling Scene 56:58 The European Challenge: Breaking into World Tour 59:08 Cyclocross Nationals: A Personal Reflection 01:01:09 Predictions and Favorites for the Race 01:03:34 Course Conditions and Challenges 01:05:42 The Impact of Kerry's Potential Win 01:07:58 The Balance of Racing and Work Life 01:10:19 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

We have with us today a legend of gravel cycling. Dan Hughes is the only winner of gravel's unofficial Triple Crown (Unbound, Gravel Worlds, and Trans Iowa). He is a 4-time Unbound 200 winner, including the event's first winner back in 2006. As such he was inducted into the inaugural class of the Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame. Husband of Paulina Batiz, Dan is also a gifted storyteller and photographer. We are so honored to welcome Dan Hughes!Links:Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame @gravelcyclinghofFollow Dan on InstagramThe Fun-Bound Gravel Podcast is hosted by the Legans, Kristen and Nick. With years of Unbound and gravel coaching experience, they share their insights and those of their expert guests to help you have the best time possible at Unbound Gravel. Detailed course previews, equipment suggestions, training tips, and efficient checkpoints are just some of the topics discussed. And of course, you'll get to hear from the top athletes, organizers, and people who make gravel such a special cycling space. Follow Kristen on Instagram @kpleganFollow Nick on Instragram @nleganAlso check out Kristen's coaching services at Rambleur.com

In particular, "Brussels Gravel" is on topic today. There has been lots of chatter about the course itself. The less than enthusiastically dubbed bike path world championships. In this conversation, Laura and Ted break down their perspectives on the course itself and what Belgium has to offer; the astounding level of World Tour competition (looking at you Lotto Kopecky and Mathieu van der Poel!); the type of support from USACycling, and how the race shook out... among other things. Don't forge to visit drinkAG1.com/tedking to try AG1 and get five free travel packs and one year's supply of vitamin D. 

Welcome to another great episode of Gravel Kings Podcast! On this episode we talk about the UCI Gravel World Championships as the Kings are fresh back from Brussels, Belgium. Stu is back from a trip to Budapest, so hear of the highs and lows from his European trip. The King Challenge successfully went off for it's 14th edition, where the hosting trio was together in-person in New Hampshire. All that plus a whole selection of insightful listener questions about the UCI races, points, off-season train tools, and more. See Ted's Gravel Worlds course preview here: https://youtu.be/MmZ_tPGSzz8?si=nXsM-QOM4zE-LpCr Read Laura's race summary here: https://usacycling.org/article/laura-kings-experience-at-the-2024-uci-gravel-world-championships  See Ted's race summary here: https://www.iamtedking.com/blog/a-week-in-review-the-uci-gravel-world-championships Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Ted at @iamtedking Follow Laura at @lauracameronking Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Send your questions to gravelkingspodcast@gmail.com or DM to the instagram handle above.     

Episode 121 - Life Time Grand Prix Updates, Cyclocross Rage, YouTube Comments, and DJ the Dancing Machine What up party people. Alright, I don't know exactly what was said in the YouTube comments (other than the ones we read on the air this week, some of which are hilarious) but Drew decided enough is enough and quit the podcast for good… nah I'm just kidding, he had some other more important life stuff to cater to this week so only graced us with his presence for a few minutes. The rest of us riff on some of the latest updates Life Time has made to the 2025 Grand Prix series, touch a little bit on some recent racing like this weekend's Little Sugar sprint finish and Scott's take on the Gravel World Championships, AND Eli Iserbyt getting DQ'd after have some cross rage in the middle of the race this past weekend, and a whole lot more to boot.   If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr).    And last but not least, we want to thank Silca for coming through as title sponsor again this week with an updated discount code “bonkbrospodcast” for 15% off when checking out. Some of their lesser known products include their tool line up with all sorts of things like different multi-tools, hex keys, top of the line torque wrenches, and more. So again, use that code “bonkbrospodcast” when checking out for 15% off anything for sale on the https://silca.cc website. Alright let's get this party started.     Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros       FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK THE LATEST EPISODE: Silca (bonkbrospodcast): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast   Dynamic Cyclist (10% discount code: BONKBROS): https://new.dynamiccyclist.com/a/43703/xkYViFV8     For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow   Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6   MERCH: T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below. https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com/    IGNITION: Hire a coach. Get faster. It's that simple. https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/   MATCHBOX PODCAST: Check out our more serious training focused podcast.  https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast      The Following Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm   Keywords Dizzle, Vegan Cyclist, YouTube comments, Lifetime Grand Prix, cycling, podcast, opinions, wild card, competition, cycling community, prize purse, gravel racing, mountain biking, race schedule, off-road series, Sea Otter race, Lifetime Grand Prix, athlete engagement, cycling community, race strategy, A-hole debate, weddings, Gravel Worlds, Mariana Vos, tire technology, Roubaix race, tire pressure, animal talk, podcast dynamics, Cyclocross, drama, championships, Olympics, Worlds, Keegan, performance, cycling, competition, performance, gravel racing, outdoor adventures, listener engagement   Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the absence of Dizzle due to negative online comments, reflecting on the polarizing opinions surrounding their last episode featuring the Vegan Cyclist. They delve into the implications of the Lifetime Grand Prix rules, particularly the introduction of wild card entries and the reduction of riders, while debating the overall impact on competition and the cycling community. In this segment of the conversation, the hosts discuss various aspects of gravel and mountain bike racing, including the implications of prize purses, the decision to include gravel races in the Lifetime Grand Prix, and the changes in race schedules. They also explore the concept of an off-road series and the details of the upcoming Sea Otter race, while touching on athlete engagement and the impact of recent updates on participants' chances in the series. In this conversation, the hosts engage in a light-hearted debate about various topics ranging from personal anecdotes about weddings and dancing to serious discussions about tire technology and performance in cycling. They explore the implications of tire pressure, width, and innovations in the cycling industry, while also touching on the dynamics of their podcast and the impact of audience feedback. In this segment, the conversation revolves around a dramatic incident in a cyclocross race, discussing the implications of aggressive behavior in sports, the value of winning championships, and the recent performance of a notable cyclist. The hosts share their opinions on the significance of the Olympics versus World Championships and analyze the competitive landscape in cycling, particularly focusing on recent races and athlete performances. In this episode, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about competition dynamics, particularly focusing on the performance of a racer named Keegan. They explore the reasons behind perceived lapses in effort during races, emphasizing the psychological aspects of competition. The conversation then shifts to outdoor adventures, specifically hunting experiences, where they share stories and insights. The discussion transitions to gravel racing, touching on upcoming events and the participation of notable racers. Finally, the hosts interact with their audience, reading comments and questions, which adds a humorous and engaging element to the episode.   Takeaways Dizzle's absence is linked to negative online comments. The last episode received mixed reviews, highlighting polarizing opinions. Engagement in comments can reflect a lack of better activities. Assumptions about the Vegan Cyclist were challenged after listening to the episode. The Lifetime Grand Prix rules are frequently changing, causing confusion. The introduction of wild card entries aims to increase competition. Reducing the number of riders may impact sponsorship opportunities. The importance of Unbound as a significant race in the series is acknowledged. The hosts express frustration over the lack of clarity in the Grand Prix structure. The exclusivity of the series is seen as a strategic move to attract top talent. The prize purse can significantly influence participation in races. The decision to include gravel races over mountain bike races is controversial. Changes in race schedules can affect athlete preparation and performance. An off-road series could unify different types of races under one banner. The Sea Otter race is set to be a challenging event with significant climbing. Maintaining audience engagement over long periods is a challenge for racing series. Prize money in gravel racing is becoming more common. Athlete engagement is a requirement for participation in the series. Recent changes to entry rules have raised concerns among athletes. The series organizers have the authority to make significant changes at any time. The debate about who the 'a-hole' is in cycling is a common topic. Weddings can sometimes take precedence over important races. Dancing at weddings can be awkward, especially when sober. Having goats as pets can lead to humorous conversations. Gravel Worlds results spark discussions about performance and competition. Mariana Vos's use of innovative tire technology raises questions about its effectiveness. Tire pressure can significantly impact performance, especially in races like Roubaix. Rolling resistance varies with tire width, affecting speed and comfort. The dynamics of racing on different terrains require careful tire management. Audience feedback can influence podcast dynamics, but hosts remain committed to their team. Cyclocross can be intense and dramatic, as seen in recent incidents. Aggressive behavior in sports can lead to significant consequences. The value of winning the World Championship may outweigh that of the Olympics in cycling. Athletes often face pressure that can lead to emotional reactions during races. The competitive nature of cycling is influenced by personal rivalries and past relationships. Start money could incentivize more athletes to participate in series events. The dynamics of sprint finishes can be unpredictable, even among top competitors. Runners could learn from cyclists in terms of aerodynamics and performance. The importance of maintaining sportsmanship in competitive environments is crucial. Recent performances can shift perceptions of athletes' capabilities. Keegan's performance raises questions about competitive mindset. The psychological aspect of racing can influence perceived effort. Outdoor adventures provide a refreshing break from racing discussions. Gravel racing continues to grow in popularity and competition. Listener engagement enhances the podcast experience. Humor and camaraderie are key elements of the podcast. The importance of community in cycling culture is highlighted. Racing dynamics can be complex and multifaceted. Outdoor activities like hunting can be a great way to connect with nature. Engaging with listeners fosters a sense of belonging.   Titles Rider Numbers: Does Less Mean More? Lifetime Grand Prix: A Series in Flux The Prize Purse Dilemma in Racing The Concept of an Off-Road Series Outdoor Adventures: A Break from Racing Exploring Competitive Mindsets in Racing   Sound Bites "Dizzle is a little upset at all the mean comments." "The last episode is probably the most polarizing episode." "People that go to the comments have nothing better to do." "It's easy to say." "What if they offer so much money?" "The sea otter gravel race is an absolute joke." "Who do you think's the a-hole?" "Everybody knows. Yeah, everybody does it like that guy." "One wedding, career over." "Did you see Ellie Izzorbit just smash that dude's wheel?" "How cool would the Lifetime Grand Prix be?" "He broke his derailleur off!" "Why do you think that Keegan gives up?" "I don't think he stopped sprinting." "Let's get to the real important stuff."   Chapters 00:00 The Absence of Dizzle and Online Reactions 06:07 Understanding the Vegan Cyclist's Brand 11:59 The Wild Card Controversy 18:00 Final Thoughts on the Grand Prix Changes 20:47 The Prize Purse Dilemma 21:15 Gravel vs. Mountain Bike Racing 24:35 Changes in Race Schedule 27:50 The Off-Road Series Concept 29:15 Sea Otter Race Details 31:18 Dizzle's Chances and Series Updates 36:35 The A-Hole Debate 36:59 Weddings vs. Championships 38:00 Dancing and Goats at Weddings 38:59 Animal Talk: Goats and Dogs 40:01 Gravel Worlds Discussion 41:01 Mariana Vos and Tire Technology 42:01 Tire Pressure and Performance 42:59 Rolling Resistance and Tire Width 43:57 The Roubaix Race Dynamics 45:00 Tire Innovations and Industry Demand 45:59 The Future of Tire Technology 46:59 Drew's Mood and Podcast Dynamics 51:28 Cyclocross Drama: The Wheel Incident 58:00 The Value of Championships: Olympics vs. Worlds 01:07:32 Keegan's Recent Performance: A Shift in Momentum 01:08:17 The Dynamics of Competition and Performance 01:11:06 Hunting Adventures and Outdoor Experiences 01:12:20 Gravel Racing Insights and Future Prospects 01:16:31 Listener Engagement and Community Interaction

Amanda and Bill chat about everything that has happened in the past month on the U.S. and International gravel scene, including U.S. Gravel Nationals, UCI Gravel World Championships, the Rad and changes to next year's LifeTime Grand Prix. Groadio is sponsored by Hammerhead. Right now, our listeners can get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with the purchase of a Hammerhead Karoo. Visit hammerhead.io right now and use promo code GROADIO at checkout to get yours today. This is exclusive for our listeners, so don't forget to use promo code GROADIO! You'll get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with your purchase of a Karoo. Go to Hammerhead.io today, add both items to your cart, and use promo code GROADIO. You can follow Amanda on Twitter at @_amanda_panda_ and on Instagram at @amanda_panda_. Follow Bill at @cxhairs  on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribe to the CXHAIRS Bulletin at cxhairs.substack.com. Follow the show on Twitter at @groadio and also on Instagram at @groadio. Email the show at groadio@gmail.com. Groadio is part of the Wide Angle Podium network. Please consider becoming a member. Go to www.wideanglepodium.com/donate to learn more and contribute. If you join and support Groadio, screenshot your receipt and send it to groadio@gmail.com for a free pair of socks.         

The UCI Gravel World Championships took place this past weekend in Belgium and showcased cycling's latest, hottest discipline. But for many gravel fans in the US, where the sport was born, worlds was far removed from real gravel racing.  Velo's off-road reporter Betsy Welch and roaming videographer Shoddy Dave, who was on the ground at gravel worlds, join the show this week to debate the merits of the UCI's take on gravel. We take on the great divide between two continents' approaches to gravel racing. Betsy fills us in on the reasons many top American riders skipped the UCI event, and the differences in race culture and organization between the two regions. The conversation also touches on the safety of gravel races, fan interest, and the future of gravel racing as it continues to evolve across the world.

This episode introduces a new voice, Escape's new tech writer, Suvi Loponen. Join Suvi, Brad, and Dave as they discuss the latest tech and a couple of new bikes seen at Gravel Worlds.Picking the Mount Rushmore of bicycle cranksets is sure to cause debate. Within you'll hear Brad and Dave share some of the cranks that have left an impression on them. We'd love to hear your picks, so jump into the comments.Ask a Wrench continues, this time with Brad and Dave offering answers to three member-submitted questions. Within Ask a Wrench Brad answers a question about the basics of suspension setup. There was a recommended video mentioned, here's a link to that. Enjoy!Time stamps:5:45 - Tech themes at Gravel Worlds10:50 - Inflation on the fly with Gravaa19:30 - Lapierre's first carbon gravel bike22:40 - Superior getting into gravel27:30 - The Mount Rushmore of cranksets40:15 - Ask a Wrench: A basic guide to setting up mountain bike suspension50:00 - Ask a Wrench: increasing the lifespan of road tyres55:00 - Ask a Wrench: geometry changes in putting road tyres on a gravel bike1:01:20 - New Rolf Prima wheels go to 16 spokes for disc brakes1:05:05 - Hunt's new 40 Limitless gravel race wheel1:08:00 - Sidi's new Tenacia is for toe clips and L'Eroici

Brothers Randy and Dean Warren talk about the latest in professional cycling. The professional road season is rapidly winding down with the last of the Monument races this weekend, the Tour of Lombardy. Randy and Dean survive the hurricanes although are not back to normal. Is Tadej Pogacar developing into the patron of the peloton? The Dutch win at Gravel Worlds, and the Hincapie Gran Fondo takes place to raise money for hurricane relief in the area. Randy advertises Warren Cycling's 2025 camps.

Have you got your tickets for Watts Occurring Live? Come for a night out with Luke and G at the Lowry Theatre in Salford on November 8th. The last tickets are available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24 Did you catch the Gravel World Championships this weekend? It was a cracking race, won by the multi-disciplinary weapon that is Mathieu van der Poel. The British gravel champ Connor Swift battled to a very impressive sixth in amongst the Belgian mafia - and as an INEOS Grenadier, the boys thought it was time to get him on the pod to learn all about the inner workings of a major gravel race. Is G tempted to give it a bash, as Connor's wingman?! With a bit of peer pressure, we think it could happen... We loved having Connor on the pod - and realised we should have done this years ago. Ledge. And, as you'll have heard at the start of the pod, Luke will be on stage at Rouleur Live this November, on Friday 15th - and we've got a cheeky 10% off tickets for Watts Occurring listeners. Use code Watts10 at rouleur.cc/collections/rouleur-live-tickets. We'll be back next week with a big Lombardia review. See you then. Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In what may be our most inspiring and most entertaining podcast yet, we sit down with our Gravel Worlds 2024 75 Mile Para Champion! Patrick Halgren isn't just a cyclist though, he spends the majority of his team on the slopes, training on Team USA for skiing. This is a, "Don't wanna miss," episode!

Justin McQuerry talks with us about going to Worlds, racing against the best, how he makes his YouTube videos, being a pro from Texas, and plans for the future! Find out more about Justin / justinmcquerry Support the show at Patreon.com/zentri Instagram.com/zentriathlon

We're back with our first guest of season four! And for this series, we're starting with the after DFL finisher, Trevor White who rolled in (from completing the double) only eight minutes after our DFL was crowned. On top of that accomplishment, he was a super volunteer- putting in countless hours behind the scene from Wednesday-Friday of Gravel Worlds week!

This week we're going back to Gravel Worlds - and not to hear race highlights or the story of a big victory by gravel national champ Lauren Stephens or norwegian Simon Svendsen - this isn't even a story about the marquee 150-mile race - but this week we're talking with a couple of guys who did the Privateer 75-miler - and did they win? Nope - 19th and 20th overall - But this IS a story of friendship, of hard work and overcoming adversity - it's also a story about how cool our sport is - and how cycling can help nurture unique relationships. Today we're talking with Ted Longnecker and Jackson Webster - a couple of guys who've become friends thanks to the sport of cycling - and we're talking about their trip to Lincoln Nebraska to race the gravel seas at the 2024 Garmin Gravel Worlds. https://www.gravel-worlds.com/Thanks to Chain and Spoke Coffee for the use of their backroom studio! https://chainandspoke.com/If in the central Iowa area, join us at our weekly cyclocross practices at Renegade Cross - Tuesday nights at a variety of Des Moines parks. Tune in to BIKEIOWA.com for details and locations. Also join the fun on Oct. 4 and 5 for Cross is Cumming and the Limestone 77.7.Cross is Cumming: https://bikeiowa.com/Event/15926/cross-is-cummingLimestone 77.7: https://bikeiowa.com/Event/15912/limestone-777-singlespeed-gravel-championshipsWe would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Follow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Hey Gravel Family! We're BACK- for Season FOUR! In this episode, we talk all about Gravel Worlds 2024, what we are expecting for 2025, and our plans for season four!

Episode 114 - Gravel Beef and Marginal Gains at Gravel Worlds w/ Chase Wark   What up party people. We've got a surprise guest for y'all on the show this week. Literally, no one knew he was coming on other than Drew until he just randomly signed into the studio 10min into the show, but I think it's safe to say it was a more than welcomed surprise. Chase tells us some tales from the front of the race this past weekend at Gravel Worlds, including a complete bike setup breakdown and his takes on some of the stirring controversies currently on full display.   If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or slide your way into those Bonk Bros instagram DMs (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Big shout to all of our supporting partners of including Silca (code: bonkbrosbikewash for 15% off), Bolt Skin & Shave (code: BONKBROS15 for 15% off), and Dynamic Cyclist (code: BONKBROS for 10% off). Alright let's get this episode started.   Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros     Silca (15% discount code: bonkbrosbikewash): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast   Dynamic Cyclist (10% discount code: BONKBROS): https://new.dynamiccyclist.com/a/43703/xkYViFV8   BOLT Skin and Shave (15% discount code: BONKBROS15): BOLT Skin + Shaveboltshave.com   For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl on Pixabay.com: https://pixabay.com/music/id-111445/  Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6     The Following Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm   Summary The conversation starts off with some banter about not having anything to talk about. They then discuss Drew's tire choice for a recent race and his experience during the race. The conversation shifts to Scott's greasy appearance and the topic of heat training. They also mention the fads of veganism and keto diets. The conversation covers various topics including heat training, the incident of a cyclist getting hit by a car at Gravel Worlds, and the safety concerns in gravel racing. The hosts discuss the benefits and drawbacks of heat training and share personal experiences. They also recount the incident at Gravel Worlds where a cyclist was hit by a car and discuss the lack of road closures and safety regulations in gravel racing. The conversation highlights the need for improved safety measures in gravel races. The conversation covers various topics including the controversy surrounding drafting in gravel races, the performance of Lauren Stevens at Gravel Worlds, the challenges of organizing gravel races, and the use of speed chips in bike chains. The hosts also discuss the perception of gravel races among farmers and locals, the risks involved in gravel racing, and the influence of social media on the sport. The conversation in this part revolves around the topic of gravel racing and the recent results of various races. The participants discuss their own experiences and the performances of other riders. They also touch on the issue of prize money and equality in gravel racing. The conversation ends with a discussion about the fastest gravel tire. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics, including predictions made in previous episodes, the use of hydration packs in cycling, and tire choices for endurance races. They also joke about Keegan Swenson and Drew Dillman, and receive questions from listeners about tire options and team sponsorships. The conversation ends with some playful banter.   Keywords banter, tire choice, race experience, heat training, veganism, keto diet, heat training, cyclist hit by car, Gravel Worlds, safety concerns, road closures, gravel racing, drafting controversy, Lauren Stevens, Gravel Worlds, organizing races, speed chips, perception of gravel races, risks in racing, social media influence, gravel racing, results, performances, prize money, equality, gravel tire, predictions, hydration packs, tire choices, endurance races, Keegan Swenson, Drew Dillman, tire sponsorships   Takeaways Sometimes conversations start off slow and require some banter to get things going. Tire choice can be a crucial decision for a race and can impact performance. Heat training is a popular method used by athletes, but it may not be beneficial for everyone. Veganism and keto diets are fads that have gained popularity in recent years. Heat training can have benefits for performance, but it is not necessary for everyone. The incident of a cyclist getting hit by a car at Gravel Worlds highlights the need for improved safety measures in gravel racing. Gravel races often lack road closures and safety regulations, posing risks to participants. The conversation raises awareness about the importance of safety in gravel racing and the need for better organization and communication. The hosts discuss the challenges of balancing the promotion of high-performance racing with the safety of everyday riders. The controversy surrounding drafting in gravel races and the need for clearer rules and separate starts for men and women. The impressive performance of Lauren Stevens at Gravel Worlds and the criticism she faced. The challenges of organizing gravel races, including road closures and local opposition. The use of speed chips in bike chains and their impact on performance. The perception of gravel races among farmers and locals, and the risks involved in racing on open roads. The influence of social media on the gravel racing community and the sharing of race experiences. Gravel racing is a popular topic among the participants The recent results of gravel races are discussed The issue of prize money and equality in gravel racing is raised The participants share their opinions on the fastest gravel tire The hosts reflect on past predictions made in previous episodes. They discuss the use of hydration packs in cycling and the rules surrounding them. The conversation turns to tire choices for endurance races, with a focus on balancing rolling resistance and puncture protection. The hosts receive questions from listeners about tire options and team sponsorships.   Titles Heat Training: Is It Worth It? Drew's Race Experience and Strategy The Pros and Cons of Heat Training The Need for Improved Safety Measures in Gravel Racing Challenges of Organizing Gravel Races The Impact of Speed Chips on Performance The Fastest Gravel Tire Gravel Racing and Recent Results Questions from Listeners The Debate on Hydration Packs   Sound Bites "We really don't have anything to talk about." "I was hoping you were gonna say something and that was part of why I rode those tires. I'm like, oh, Dylan's gonna love it. It's gonna be great podcast content." "How do you know what casing he had on his bike? I'm looking at this picture. It's like 20 feet away from him." "VeggieTales brainwashing." "I swear. Look it up. Look it up." "No, I feel like shit. But I think it's been broken for a whole week and I think it helped for Gravel Worlds." "Lauren Stevens won Gravel Worlds after people were shitting on her for her win at Steamboat." "She won in steamboat. She figured out whatever the right recipe was for her to win there. And then she won again, back to back at gravel worlds." "Dude, who cares about somebody pissing in the middle of a field? Like, what?" "I'm way off the bat. Like let me not beat the guy who beat every U.S. rider for the past three years." "Nobody cares what Dylan does." "If equality is equality, then why don't the men get a challenge like that?" "I'm way ahead of the game." "What if it's a hydration bladder filled with Cool Whip?" "When will we get off of Keegan's dick, dude?"   Chapters 00:00 Banter and the Challenge of Finding a Topic 00:53 The Importance of Tire Choice in Racing 02:12 Drew's Race Experience and Strategy 03:01 Heat Training: Is It Worth It? 05:03 The Popularity of Veganism and Keto Diets 18:53 Heat Training and VeggieTales Brainwashing 21:29 The Incident at Gravel Worlds 25:58 Safety Concerns in Gravel Racing 34:58 The Drafting Controversy 37:02 Lauren Stevens' Victory 45:16 Perception of Gravel Races 50:28 The Speed Chip Discussion 53:02 Scott's Victory over Keegan 54:08 Gravel Racing and Recent Results 56:50 Prize Money and Equality in Gravel Racing 01:00:36 Gravel Worlds vs. UCI Worlds 01:03:20 The Name of Gravel Worlds 01:06:38 The Fastest Gravel Tire 01:09:19 Predictions and Reflections 01:10:01 The Debate on Hydration Packs 01:16:44 Keegan Swenson and Drew Dillman 01:18:19 Choosing the Right Tires 01:21:25 Questions from Listeners

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Amanda and Bill recap their day commentating on an exciting Garmin Gravel Worlds p/b Lauf.  Check out the broadcast here. This Groadio episode is sponsored by buycycle. For the month of August, buycycle is offering our listeners the code GROADIO24 to waive the seller's fee at buycycle.com. By using this code, you waive the Seller Protection fee of 3.5%, and since there's never a fee to list a bike either, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain from listing your bike at buycycle.com.  Groadio is also sponsored by Hammerhead. Right now, our listeners can get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with the purchase of a Hammerhead Karoo. Visit hammerhead.io right now and use promo code GROADIO at checkout to get yours today. This is exclusive for our listeners, so don't forget to use promo code GROADIO! You'll get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with your purchase of a Karoo. Go to Hammerhead.io today, add both items to your cart, and use promo code GROADIO. You can follow Amanda on Twitter at @_amanda_panda_ and on Instagram at @amanda_panda_. Follow Bill at @cxhairs  on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribe to the CXHAIRS Bulletin at cxhairs.substack.com. Follow the show on Twitter at @groadio and also on Instagram at @groadio. Email the show at groadio@gmail.com. Groadio is part of the Wide Angle Podium network. Please consider becoming a member. Go to www.wideanglepodium.com/donate to learn more and contribute. If you join and support Groadio, screenshot your receipt and send it to groadio@gmail.com for a free pair of socks.         

Episode 113 - TdFF, MTB Tire Showdown at SBTGRVL, Healing4Howie, and AMA What up party people. We've got the full crew back in the studio again and Tyler even got himself a new mic so you can hopefully hear him better even when Dizzle is talking over everyone. We're talking Tour de France Femmes, the emergence of mountain bike tires on the gravel scene with Keegan dominating SBTGRVL, we send all of our get well wishes to crowd favorite Howard Grotts who suffered some severe injuries after a wicked crash during the final stage of Breck Epic over the weekend, and then get into some rapid fire “ask me anything” listener questions. If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or slide your way into those Bonk Bros instagram DMs (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Big shout to all of our supporting partners of the show, including Silca and their latest produce release with the new chain wax additives coming in both the Speed Chip and Endurance Chip form (code: bonkbrosbikewash), Bolt Skin & Shave for providing the best shaving experience for men (or women) who include leg shaving as part of their grooming routine (code: BONKBROS15), and of course our friends over at Dynamic Cyclist who are dedicated to keeping athletes healthy and strong on and off the bike with their strength and mobility plans offered on the Dynamic Cyclist platform (code: BONKBROS). Alright let's get this episode started.   Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros   Silca (15% discount code: bonkbrosbikewash): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast Dynamic Cyclist (10% discount code: BONKBROS): https://new.dynamiccyclist.com/a/43703/xkYViFV8 BOLT Skin and Shave (15% discount code: BONKBROS15): BOLT Skin + Shaveboltshave.com For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl on Pixabay.com: https://pixabay.com/music/id-111445/  Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6     The Following Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm   Summary In this conversation, the hosts discuss the Tour de France Femmes and the performance of the SD Works team. They also talk about the Steamboat gravel race and Keegan Swenson's victory on mountain bike tires. The conversation takes a somber turn as they discuss Howie Grotts' serious crash at the Breck Epic. The conversation revolves around the recent Dust Bowl race in Iowa and the experiences of the participants. The main themes include the race itself, the competition, the course, and the enjoyment of racing. The conversation also touches on topics like Christian Blumenfeld, tires, and Project Echelon. The participants discuss their own experiences, share anecdotes, and express their opinions. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the lack of mountains in Iowa, Dylan's potential participation in Gravel Worlds, the best training tires for road riding, the idea of having a training bike and a race bike, and the confusion between Gravel Worlds and UCI Worlds. They also touch on the possibility of Scott riding Alpe d'Huez in under an hour, drug testing in cycling, and the future of their cycling careers. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including getting sick at a birthday party, racing cyclocross, retiring from road racing, and estimating the income of top lifetime Grand Prix riders. They also touch on the importance of tire selection and the possibility of doing backflips. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with banter. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the financial aspects of professional cycling, overcoming fear after a crash, and Dylan's love for his Conti Race King tires. They also mention the new Silca products, including the speed chip and endurance chip. The conversation ends with a humorous discussion about using the crockpotinator for cooking and the potential for a mega product that combines all the different wax blends.   Keywords Tour de France Femmes, SD Works, Steamboat gravel race, Keegan Swenson, mountain bike tires, Howie Grotts, crash, Breck Epic, Dust Bowl, race, competition, course, Christian Blumenfeld, tires, Project Echelon, mountains, Iowa, Gravel Worlds, training tires, road riding, training bike, race bike, Alpe d'Huez, drug testing, cycling careers, sickness, birthday party, cyclocross, retirement, income estimation, tire selection, backflips, professional cycling, finances, fear after a crash, Conti Race King tires, Silca products, speed chip, endurance chip, crockpotinator, wax blends   Takeaways The SD Works team faced drama and controversy during the Tour de France Femmes. Keegan Swenson's victory at the Steamboat gravel race on mountain bike tires highlights the potential shift in tire choice for gravel racing. Howie Grotts' serious crash at the Breck Epic is a reminder of the risks involved in competitive cycling. The Dust Bowl race in Iowa was a recent topic of discussion The participants share their experiences and anecdotes from the race The conversation touches on the importance of tires in racing Project Echelon and Christian Blumenfeld are mentioned in the conversation Iowa does not have mountains, just hills. The hosts discuss the best training tires for road riding, with Dylan recommending GP 5000 and Scott preferring Gator Skin. Having a separate training bike and race bike can be beneficial to preserve expensive parts on the race bike. There is confusion between Gravel Worlds and UCI Worlds, and the hosts suggest changing the name of one of them to avoid confusion. Scott is unsure if he could ride Alpe d'Huez in under an hour. The hosts discuss the possibility of drug testing in cycling and the need for fair competition. Dylan and Scott joke about their future in cycling and the potential for taking up other hobbies. The hosts reflect on their recent experiences watching race recaps and attending a birthday party. Getting sick at social gatherings is a common occurrence, especially during flu seasons. Retirement from professional racing often leads to a transition into other aspects of the sport, such as coaching or spectating. The income of top lifetime Grand Prix riders can vary greatly, with the top earners making significantly more than the rest. Tire selection is an important consideration for gravel riders, and the Vittoria Corsa and Peyote are mentioned as potential options. Backflips on a bike require skill and practice, and trampolines can be a good training tool. Professional cyclists face financial challenges, including expenses for training, travel, and equipment. Overcoming fear after a crash requires gradually getting back into the activity and accepting that fear is normal. Dylan has a strong attachment to his Conti Race King tires and finds them soothing. The hosts discuss the new Silca speed chip and endurance chip, as well as the potential for a mega product that combines all the different wax blends. They joke about using the crockpotinator for cooking and the potential for high prices if the Conti Race King tires were to be discontinued.   Titles The Serious Consequences of Cycling Crashes The Rise of Mountain Bike Tires in Gravel Racing Enjoying the Thrill of Racing The Significance of Tires in Racing No Mountains in Iowa Drug Testing in Cycling Attempting Backflips on a Bike Getting Sick at Social Gatherings Overcoming Fear After a Crash Dylan's Love for Conti Race King Tires   Sound Bites "The most exciting finish to a grand tour I've ever seen." "Gravel tires are officially on the decline." "It sounds like it's, I don't know. I heard people talking about how like, how he might not even come back to mountain biking, like that might be it for him." "What'd you win?" "We were the only two that had arrow bars" "He yelled, 'Hail Mary'" "Oh my gosh, like there it is, it's right there." "Tusted by Drew, wow." "Because I sell training plans on there. This is how we transition into an advertisement about my training plans." "I might've gotten sick at Deanna's birthday party." "Is masters really an age category or is it like a lifestyle category?" "I don't think that I'll ever race a master's race." "Yeah, you're making more money than half the guys in the top 10." "How do you overcome fear after a crash?" "In Portugal, yeah, the first day I like flew into a ditch."   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Tour de France Femmes 05:38 Exciting Finish at the Steamboat Gravel Race 13:09 The Shift to Mountain Bike Tires in Gravel Racing 19:13 The Serious Consequences of Cycling Crashes 22:33 The Dust Bowl Race: Experiences and Anecdotes 23:05 The Significance of Tires in Racing 25:30 Project Echelon and Christian Blumenfeld 29:34 Enjoying the Thrill of Racing 39:37 No Mountains in Iowa 42:11 Training Plans and Sponsorship 43:15 The Best Training Tires for Road Riding 44:23 Training Bike vs. Race Bike 50:18 The Confusion Between Gravel Worlds and UCI Worlds 51:19 Scott's Alpe d'Huez Challenge 53:19 Drug Testing in Cycling 55:02 The Future of Cycling Careers 55:32 Race Recaps and Birthday Parties 55:56 Getting Sick and Social Gatherings 57:14 Transitioning from Racing to Retirement 58:31 The Age Category of Masters Racing 01:01:06 The Challenge of Racing at an Older Age 01:05:27 Attempting Backflips on a Bike 01:10:01 The Financial Realities of Professional Cycling 01:11:18 Overcoming Fear After a Crash 01:17:35 Dylan's Love for Conti Race King Tires 01:19:28 Introducing the Silca Speed Chip and Endurance Chip 01:23:02 The Potential for a Mega Product and High Prices

Amanda and Bill chat about the most compelling storylines at Leadville and SBT before talking about the upcoming Garmin Gravel Worlds presented by Lauf. Check out live coverage of Gravel Worlds with on-course reporting by your Groadio hosts on Slowtwitch.com. This Groadio episode is sponsored by buycycle. For the month of August, buycycle is offering our listeners the code GROADIO24 to waive the seller's fee at buycycle.com. By using this code, you waive the Seller Protection fee of 3.5%, and since there's never a fee to list a bike either, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain from listing your bike at buycycle.com.  Groadio is also sponsored by Hammerhead. Right now, our listeners can get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with the purchase of a Hammerhead Karoo. Visit hammerhead.io right now and use promo code GROADIO at checkout to get yours today. This is exclusive for our listeners, so don't forget to use promo code GROADIO! You'll get a free Heart-Rate Monitor with your purchase of a Karoo. Go to Hammerhead.io today, add both items to your cart, and use promo code GROADIO. You can follow Amanda on Twitter at @_amanda_panda_ and on Instagram at @amanda_panda_. Follow Bill at @cxhairs  on Instagram and Twitter. Subscribe to the CXHAIRS Bulletin at cxhairs.substack.com. Follow the show on Twitter at @groadio and also on Instagram at @groadio. Email the show at groadio@gmail.com. Groadio is part of the Wide Angle Podium network. Please consider becoming a member. Go to www.wideanglepodium.com/donate to learn more and contribute. If you join and support Groadio, screenshot your receipt and send it to groadio@gmail.com for a free pair of socks.         

It's the best week of the year! We are so excited to see you and cheer you on!

Patrick Coughlin and his wife Gabrielle started Team Cow on RAGBRAI more than 20 years ago, with a white bus adorned with black spots and a horn that moo's - and all the obvious puns that go along with it. After a wonder week of RAGBRAI in 2024, disaster struck the bus on it's drive back to central Iowa from the Mississippi River. Was that to be the final year of Team Cow or would the bus live on? We joined Patrick at his office in Des Moines to find out how Team Cow began, swap some RAGBRAI stories and finally learn what happened to the bus- as well as it's fate and the future of Team Cow. A Go Fund Me page has been set up for repairs to the bus. https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-our-beloved-cow-busWe'd like to invite you to join us at the core4, where no surface is left untouched in Iowa City on August 17. So head to core4.bike, where you can find all the details and get registered today! New distances this year include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bike and get in the game! In addition, if you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Follow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Bikes are about community, and Beth McBride has proven that in her finishes at Gravel Worlds, MidSouth, and Unbound! First finding gravel through our 1000 women of gravel initiative, she has proven her tenacity through the last few years and has become a motivation for others through her experience as DFL at MidSouth2024.  In this episode, we talk about the amazing year on the bike, our upcoming First2Last party at Gravel Worlds, and of course her DFL finish!  This podcast is sponsored by Lauf Cycles. To check out Lauf's amazing lineup of bikes, head to www.laufcycles.com

Started as a 200-mile ride from West Des Moines to Arnolds Park at Lake Okoboji, Iowa more than a dozen years ago, Break the Cycle is now a series of cycling events, run relays, and other endurance events across the US, UK and Norway, which raise funds for Hope for Justice to transform lives in the fight against human trafficking. The flagship event continues to be the Break the Cycle 200, where we ride 200 miles together in a single day with one purpose: to end human trafficking and modern-day slavery. Bike Talk with Dave rode along in one of the support vehicles (with the legendary Lang Wightman) and broke out Mr. Microphone at rest stops along the way to talk with riders (and the Mayor of the final pass-through town on the route) to ask why they're riding and just how the day was going! My co-host Dee has done it for 10 years, so she had to help open the show! For information on Break the Cycle, whether to join a ride or organize a ride in your area, click on https://hopeforjustice.org/break-the-cycle/ We'd like to invite you to join us at the core4, where no surface is left untouched in Iowa City on August 17. We've got a great deal - The first fourteen people who use the code: core4biketalk at checkout will get 14% off their full priced entry fee! Plus Core4 will match that amount to support this very podcast! So head to core4.bike, where you can find all the details and get registered! Register today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Be one of the first 14 to register at www.core4.bike and save yourself some money!In addition, if you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Follow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Chris Lillig was an Iowa City cyclist who was killed by a drunk driver in 1996, but continues to be a positive influence on cycling in the Midwest today. River Products Company, a stone company where he worked, has supported the biggest races in Iowa (and the world!) for the past 23 years, first the Old Capital Criterium then the Friday Night Races at Jingle Cross and now at the Stone Crusher 100=mile race at the 2024 core4 - a race which covers all surfaces, from pavement to crushed stone to singletrack. Having never met Chris myself, I was curious who he was and why his name continues to be a major part of some of the biggest events in the area. Enter Greg Duethman and Ken Lefler, two long-time cyclists and good friends of Chris. They recount what made Chris such a special human and strong cyclist. They then help us understand why it's important to Chris' family and friends to keep his memory alive and support bike racing to this day, nearly thirty years after his death. We'd like to invite you to joine us at the core4, where no surface is left untouched in Iowa City on August 17. We've got a great deal - The first fourteen people who use the code: core4biketalk at checkout will get 14% off their full priced entry fee! Plus Core4 will match that amount to support this very podcast! So head to core4.bike, where you can find all the details and get registered! Register today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Be one of the first 14 to register at www.core4.bike and save yourself some money!In addition, if you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Follow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

In episode 108 of the Mi Duole cycling podcast, we're thrilled to welcome professional bike racer John Borstelmann. Hailing from Lincoln, Nebraska, John is a three-time Gravel Worlds Champion, having claimed the title in 2019, 2021, and 2023. His impressive resume includes podium finishes at some of the most grueling gravel races in the United States, such as the Dirty Kanza 200-mile (Unbound) and the Mid-South Gravel 100-mile. Off the bike, John is a multifaceted individual being an avid saxophonist and amateur bike mechanic. Join us as we delve into John's journey, his training strategies, recent Unbound performance and his passion for cycling on this exciting episode​…

What can you say about JP? Beyond his cycling accolades, which are many, words like kind, friendly, thoughtful and generous sit right next to competitive, driven, adventurous, curious and... maybe a little crazy! His first go on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route was on a tandem with his wife of many adventures; Tracey. After more than 25 years of racing, including a dozen times up the Iditarod Trail, seven times down the spine of the Rockies on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, winning the first Silk Road Mountain Bike Race, he now gives back through the industry of Jay Petervary! Consulting, coaching, weekend courses on bikepacking and winter camping, and hosts both a winter fatbike race in Fat Pursuit and now a community-centered gravel race and ride in his hometown of Victor Idaho; the Teton Valley Backyard Rally on July 6, 2024. Filled with millions of stories from his endless miles of travel by bicycle, JP was kind enough to carve out some time to share some of them with us. www.jaypetervary.com www.tetonvalleygravel.com www.fatpursuit.com oin Dave at the core4, where no surface is left untouched in Iowa City on August 17. We've got a great deal - The first fourteen people who use the code: core4biketalk at checkout will get 14% off their full priced entry fee! Plus Core4 will match that amount to support this very podcast! So head to core4.bike, where you can find all the details and get registered! Register today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Be one of the first 14 to register at www.core4.bike and save yourself some money!In addition, if you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Follow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Next up in our lineup of Unbound episodes presented by Lauf, is the one and only LDC! Lauren has been dominating the gravel scene in the last few years with wins at MidSouth, Unbound, and is a two time champ of Gravel Worlds! In the past year, Lauren has jumped into the privateer life and we were lucky enough to sit down with her again to talk about that change, her new Shopify store which raises money for TBI survivors, and we of course had to talk a little bit about Unbound! To shop LDC's store, head over to https://e9aece-3.myshopify.com/ To learn more about the Craig Foundation go to: https://craighospital.org/foundation

Danielle Ravnikar had an unlikely road to professional cycling, finding her way through dance to the starting line of the Elite Woman's race at the 2024 Unbound. Would her time on the sidelines of the Minnesota Vikings as an NFL Cheerleader be enough to get her to the finish line of her first 200-mile gravel race? Only time would tell. Danielle Ravnikar is a member of the Mazda Orange Seal cycling team and was kind enough to spend some time on a call to talk about her journey to the starting line in Emporia, Kansas, and then her struggles to the finish line. Follow Danielle on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/danielle_ravnikar/ and her Mazda Orange Seal team at https://www.instagram.com/mazdaorangeseal/ Join Dave at the core4, where no surface is left untouched in Iowa City on August 17. We've got a great deal - The first fourteen people who use the code: core4biketalk at checkout will get 14% off their full priced entry fee! Plus Core4 will match that amount to support this very podcast! So head to core4.bike, where you can find all the details and get registered! Register today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Be one of the first 14 to register at www.core4.bike and save yourself some money! In addition, if you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Follow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Recently, Cade popped into my life for a minute, thanks to a friend having a birthday party and Matt Zimmer bringing his teammate to said party on an e-bike. "It was a rest day,,," Cade is one of many weapons on the formidable Project Echelon Cycling Team and at a recent weekend of racing along the Mississippi River, Cade took 3/4 wins, throwing down 1700+ watts in the process. It was a good time to have the multi-time national champion on. Follow Cade on instagram, facebook by searching for his handle: cbikemore. https://www.instagram.com/cbikemore/ And follow Project Echelon at https://www.instagram.com/stories/projectechelonracing/ If you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Register for the core4 today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bikeFollow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

I thought I'd send out Bike Month by joining some friends on a 100-mile singlespeed cruiser ride (full disclosure: I couldn't spend the whole day riding, so I joined in for a pile of miles in the morning!). In the spirit of Bike Month, I brought along Mr. Microphone and asked people what cycling has give them, but the episode begins with the swearing in of the Nut Checking Crew - vital to the success of this ride. We close out the show with an impromptu recording of a good cycling friend's daughter, Lauren Igou, who was playing at Captain Roy's, the final trailside bar of the 100-mile ride. I hope you enjoy my conversations with cyclists from around the Midwest on what cycling as brought to their lives (and we ask about their bikes too!). Bikeiowa.com sponsors the event as well as publishes all the events of Bike Month. Bikeiowa.com is your spot for all local and regional rides and events throughout the entire year, as well as important news and information! If you're looking for something to do next weekend - check out the BIKEIOWA calendar of events! If you help manage an event - be sure to upload it to said calendar for all the world to see! If you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Register for the core4 today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bikeFollow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Several months ago I got an email from a guy in Lacross Wisconsin - James Longhurst. He asked if I'd like to read his book on the history of bicycles sharing the American road. It's called Bike Battles. Recently, he was kind enough to carve out some time during finals week at UW-LaCross, to discuss his book Bike Battles: A History of Sharing The American Road. Thanks to James for sharing his book with us today - I really enjoyed it - and I also really enjoyed diving deeper into it with James - and I would encourage you to as well! It's available at the University of Washington Press at www.washington.edu/uspress If you have any interest in the history of the bike in America - this is a great book! And also remember if you want to discover some incredible gravel riding in the driftless region, which includes southwest Wisconsin around LaCrosse, as well as parts of Minnesota and Iowa, just go to driftlesscycling.com. If you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Register for the core4 today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bikeFollow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Triathlete turned gravel cyclist, founder and co-host of the very popular Girls Gone Gravel podcast Kathryn Taylor wears many hats in the cycling community and we were so lucky to be able to sit down with her to hear her story about how she got into gravel, the beginning of the Girls Gone Gravel Brand, and what's to come for her own podcast! As an exclusive offer for listeners of this podcast, use code "GIRLSGONEGRAVEL" for 15% off your registration in the women's or non-binary category of Gravel Worlds 2024!

Kate Strom, a passionate mountain biker and talented graphic designer found a way to combine the two as a custom cycling apparel designer. After working for a small custom kit company for a few years, ventured off to start her own company with a conscience: Radical Custom Cycling Apparel. Her goal: Good looking, great fitting and performing cycling clothing that is easy for the customer, affordable and environmentally friendly. What she's come up with is a no-minimum (correct... no minimum), ordered and shipped by and too each team member (no more boxes of kits on the living room floor... IYKYK), made of recycled materials all with the creative designs of a seasoned pro! Aside from following on Facebook and Instagram @radicalcustomcycling also browse the website for all the options and to connect with Kate; www.radicalcustomcycling.comIf you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. .Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$.We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Register for the core4 today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bikeFollow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

While we should be celebrating moms 365.25 days per year, we do have one day we set aside to really recognize how awesome moms are. And cycling moms - they're like regular moms, only better! So what better than to, not only invite some awesome cyclists who are also awesome moms, but also invite another awesome mom cyclist and journalist to lead the discussion? What we've got here is gravel pro Marisa Boaz, ultra cyclist Deanne Herr and my own partner in this game of life, Dee Mable all together with the interview being led by a talented cyclist, mom and local news anchor (She's a pretty big deal) Lisa Carponelli. It was an honor to be in the room with the four of them! I really just tried to shut up and listen (but they did pull me into the conversation now and again!). I'd also like to thank Velorosa Women's Cycling Clothing for offering a quiet place for us to meet. Check out the full line of beautiful women's cycling clothing at www.velorosacycling.com If you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. And when you do Bike Talk with Dave will ALSO donate 10% of your fee to the 80-35 BMX/Iowa Bicycle Coalition effort to build an indoor Olympic-quality BMX track in Central Iowa. Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$ and help a local group support cycling!If you'd like to donate to the feasability study, managed by the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, click this link and help support the growth of our sport! https://iowabicyclecoalition.org/bmx-skills-hub/We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker!Register for the core4 today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bikeFollow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Matt Zimmer, Project Echelon rider for a good many years and I wanted to get his opinion on the state of road racing in the U.S. We met for a beer on the patio of a lovely local brewery: (Either Or - It's actually a restaurant and nice bar - but it's owned by the people who own a local brewery: Lua - so I call it a brewery... I guess it's Either a restaurant Or a brewery.... the name says it all). Anyway - Matt and I had a great conversation about bikes - we hope you enjoy! Sticky Bottle Podcast on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/show/0oFA4OX3xrzTzFENmBVxRO?si=54c1ef39aa9f4e62If you'd like to register for Gravel Worlds, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. And when you do Bike Talk with Dave will ALSO donate 10% of your fee to the 80-35 BMX/Iowa Bicycle Coalition effort to build an indoor Olympic-quality BMX track in Central Iowa. Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$ and help a local group support cycling!If you'd like to donate to the feasability study, managed by the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, click this link and help support the growth of our sport! https://iowabicyclecoalition.org/bmx-skills-hub/We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker! Register for the core4 today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bikeFollow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

Collectively finishing dozens of races and events including multiple Gravel Worlds, Cole and Kelsi are both involved in the Iowa Gravel Project, run weekly gravel group rides, and now host three separate gravel events! It was an honor to sit down with them to talk about Iowa Gravel, RAGBRAI, and the events they put on in the community!

In it's 15 years, the Garmin Gravel Worlds has become one of the biggest gravel events on the U.S. calendar. Boasting a heritage of champions that range from Trans-Iowa alumni to World Tour cyclists - and all without huge prize purses - until now. Recently, a $30,000 prize purse was announced for the elite mens and women's races - but along with that, they will also be donating another $30,000 to charities AND have welcomed Hannah Shell into the Gravel Family in an initiative to celebrate the back of the pack, as much as the front in their new F2L (First to Last) program. I invited Jason on, not only to talk about their exciting news, but also the continuing evolution of the sport of gravel cycling. We'd encourage you to register early for Gravel Worlds - and when you do, you can get 10% off your registration fee by using the code: biketalkwithdave at checkout. And when you do Bike Talk with Dave will ALSO donate 10% of your fee to the 80-35 BMX/Iowa Bicycle Coalition effort to build an indoor Olympic-quality BMX track in Central Iowa. Just sign up at www.gravel-worlds.com today and use that biketalkwithdave code to save some $$ and help a local group support cycling! If you need a BANDito Sling to help carry your bike through the mud, you can order at BIKEIOWA.com and be ready for all those muddy B-roads! https://bikeiowa.store/products/bandito-slingIf you'd like to donate to the feasability study, managed by the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, click this link and help support the growth of our sport! https://iowabicyclecoalition.org/bmx-skills-hub/We would love it if you would consider supporting Bike Talk with Dave by rating, reviewing and sharing on your favorite podcast platform. We'd invite you to support the show financially at www.buymeacoffee.com or on Venmo @David-Mable. You'll receive a Bike Talk with Dave sticker! Bikeiowa.com is the online host of Bike Talk with Dave. Get your event listed on the extensive ride and race calendar for free! Create an account and add and edit your event to reach thousands of cyclists. Register for the core4 today! New distances in 24 include a 20, 40, 60 or 100-mile option. Register at www.core4.bikeFollow Bike Talk with Dave on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/biketalkwithdave/ and Facebook so you don't miss any of the fun, and you can now find every episode on your computer at www.biketalk.bike. And now available on YouTube on the Bike Talk with Dave YouTube channel!And if you need any digital media work: photography, videography and editing, podcast production and editing, look no further than Mable Media. Connect at www.mablemedia.net to help grow your brand and connect with your audience!

In 2022, Heidi Franz was approached with an enticing offer: B&B Hotels-KTM, a revamped team with a sky-high budget and some of the biggest WorldTour riders set to sign on, wanted her on its roster. But after months of unfulfilled promises and extensive press coverage, the team collapsed, leaving Heidi and dozens of other riders without a team right before the 2023 season. When an unknown team called Zaaf approached her and several other would-be B&B team members, there was nowhere else to go. Soon, however, it became clear that Zaaf was neither prepared for the season nor capable of handling the fallout. With unpaid riders, dangerous working conditions, and swirling media speculation, the UCI revoked Zaaf's license mid-season, leaving its riders floundering.Less than a year later, Heidi is back in the WorldTour with team Lifeplus–Wahoo, and joins Payson just after placing fifth in a stage of the Tour Down Under. She tells him about surviving the dramatic, high-profile collapse of two teams in 2023 and how a traumatic event in her father's life inspired her to keep going. She talks about racing Gravel Worlds, snagging her first European win in late 2023 after joining DNA Pro Cycling shortly after Zaaf went bust, and how she feels that she's just coming into her own as a professional cyclist.Instagram: @theadventurestacheYouTube: Payson McElveen

After finishing high school in his native Australia, Angus Neaves devised the ultimate gap year plan: a 9,000-mile solo bikepacking trip from Mongolia to Scotland. After seven months and 16 countries, he finally completed the journey this week and joined Payson to talk about it. From the hospitality he found in Kazakstan to an impromptu trip to Gravel Worlds in Italy and a detour to Berlin for the museums, Angus found unexpected highlights along the way, in addition to some low points. He was held up at the border to Azerbaijan, had some run-ins with dogs in rural Turkey, and broke two phones, but throughout the ups and downs, he had plenty of time to reflect on friendship, connection, and his future. He tells Payson about why he decided to travel across the world for such an epic journey, what he's learned from the experience, and why Albania was his favorite country to visit. Tap here to donate to Angus's climate action fundraiser.Instagram: @theadventurestache