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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May 25, 2023 • 1h 6min
Paceline Podcast 331
This week is a tandem episode and my guest is Dave Koesel, one of the men behind a new and cutting edge aero track frame. The company is called Stromm Cycling and their Kickstarter began running last week and as of this recording they are 80 percent of the way to reaching their goal.. I […]
May 18, 2023 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 330
The seven-stage Vuelta Feminina recently concluded. John followed the racing and found it an engaging event and believes that it offers an encouraging example for how racing could be promoted in the future. Patrick interviewed industry veteran Dave Koesel who has worked with two other geniuses to bring what is certain to be the fastest […]
May 11, 2023 • 54min
Paceline Podcast 329
Some kids built dirt ramps and jumps on a disused piece of land near John. What happened next doesn’t inspire hope. Patrick talks about the lessons of riding a race in Boggs Demo Forest last weekend. Show links:Chester Pedal – Race FaceShimano Wind Jersey
May 4, 2023 • 49min
Paceline Podcast 328
This week John takes on what it means to be bike literate, to be able to glean things from looking at a bike. What does a bike’s appearance tell us about what it is? Patrick has his first rendezvous of the season this coming weekend and rather than offering an inspiring account of how his […]
Apr 27, 2023 • 51min
The Paceline Podcast 327
This week John takes a look at how doing events with friends can change the dynamic and invokes the heretofore unknown Ringo Principle. Patrick talks about the Sea Otter Classic and what was new and noteworthy there. Show links:DND Glove | GiroBlack AHTBM X Giro (g)love | ALL HAIL THE BLACK MARKET
Apr 20, 2023 • 55min
Paceline Podcast 326
This week John discusses his experience at a ride called Mix Tape. Patrick takes on a listener question about going matchy-matchy with cycling clothing, be it a group, a couple on a tandem, or just the self. Show links:PROBAR® BOLT® Chews For Quick Long-Lasting Energy (theprobar.com)Rock Shox Shock Pump
Apr 14, 2023 • 27min
The Long Way Home 6
This week’s episode features my cover story from Peloton Magazine’s second issue, titled The Annus Mirabilis, the Greatest Season Ever. Digging into Merckx’s record was pure entertainment and writing the feature was as much fun as I’ve had writing any article I’ve published. In addition to Wikipedia, I scoured Rik Vanwalleghem’s biography, as well as […]
Apr 14, 2023 • 52min
Paceline Podcast 325
This week John and Patrick talk about cycling and depression, specifically, what about the bike helped and what they’ve learned about how particular kinds of riding help, as well as their other resources and how their definition for what constitutes depression has grown. Don’t worry; it’s not dark and ends on a hopeful note. Show […]
Apr 6, 2023 • 48min
Paceline Podcast 324
This week John backs into a question about what sort of spare parts a rider ought to keep on hand, by way of helping a friend with his fit. Patrick considers the nature of justice as it applies to bike theft, and wonders if one of the bikes in a recent haul by Sheriffs might […]
Mar 30, 2023 • 40min
Paceline Podcast 323
This week John takes a deeper look at gravel riding, both in terms of what makes for a good gravel bike and where to find the joy in gravel riding. Patrick looks at the re-introduction of the E-BIKE Act in Congress and what it could mean for people who would like to add an e-bike […]
