The Paceline Cycling Podcast
The Cycling Independent
The Paceline is a cycling podcast aimed at roadies, mountain bikers, commuters, cyclocross enthusiasts, those who grind gravel—indeed anyone who claims cycling for their own. The bicycle is more than a thing, it’s an issue. The Paceline also discusses the bike’s place in society. The hosts love bike gear so expect some banter about what works and what does not on the road and trail. The podcast on two wheels. No training wheels needed. The Paceline is hosted Patrick Brady and John Lewis, and is a production by The Cycling Independent.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 49min
Paceline Podcast 451
Not all technical advancements are created interesting. Some technical advancements are more interesting than others. This week, Patrick and Lori take a look at the tech that still invigorates their riding, or not. Show links: Active Release Technique Shimano Deore XT Di2
Jan 22, 2026 • 47min
Paceline Podcast 450
This week Patrick and Lori welcome Ingmar Jungnickel, an aerodynamicist and the founder of AiRO, a fitting system based on rider aerodynamics. AiRO uses CFD (computational fluid dynamics) to simulate wind tunnel testing to give riders otherwise unaffordable feedback on their bike position.
Jan 15, 2026 • 47min
Paceline Podcast 449
This week Lori and Patrick take a look at their origin stories and how pivotal it can be in someone’s life to have another person share cycling with them.
Jan 8, 2026 • 49min
Paceline Podcast 448
Patrick and Lori take a moment to acknowledge the passing of two bike industry players, Cannondale’s Joe Montgomery and product manager Brad Hughes, before turning their attention to an interview with Kevin Tisue, Pivot Cycles’ Head of Engineering. Kevin sheds light on how Pivot conceives and designs new mountain bikes. Learn more about Kevin’s bed […]
Jan 1, 2026 • 39min
Paceline Podcast 447
Happy New Year! Patrick and Lori talk resolutions, as in the philosophy of resolutions, what motivates them, or perhaps, what can motivate them. This is more strategy than tactics, as in, what deserves to motivate a resolution for the new year in your riding life?
Dec 24, 2025 • 50min
Paceline Podcast 446
Due to Christmas, we’re posting a day early. This week Patrick and Lori interview Matt Fritzinger, the founder of the Blue-Tailed Skinks and discuss the growth of the kids’ cycling program and their plans for the near future, including hiring their first executive director. To donate to the program, click the link above.
Dec 18, 2025 • 34min
Paceline Podcast 445
This week Patrick and Lori talk Christmas gift giving, and as usual, it leads to larger themes that extend well beyond cycling.
Dec 12, 2025 • 44min
Paceline Podcast 444
This week Patrick and Lori take a look at the things that can get in the way of riding and how that can have downstream consequences for us. Show links: Blue-Tailed SkinksPeopleforBikes
Dec 4, 2025 • 52min
Paceline Podcast 443
This week Lori and Patrick talk to Bob Radke of Creative Trails. With decades of experience building mountain bike trails Bob shares some of his insights into what goes into great mountain bike trail design.
Nov 27, 2025 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 442
Lori and Patrick take a look back on what they feel grateful for and Patrick admits being surprised by something he has to grant a grudging gratitude for. Show links:Giordana G-Shield Short Sleeve Jersey
