

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 19, 2023 • 51min
Paceline Podcast 314
Mindful that they are cyclists first and experts maybe, John and Patrick trade stories of cycling pratfalls, times they got it wrong and wound up, well, not on the bike anymore. They’ve had some doozies, and yes, clipless pedals are among them. Show links: Men’s Cycling Jacket Albertine Dahlia | Café du CyclisteSpurcycle Bell—a better […]

Jan 12, 2023 • 51min
Paceline Podcast 313
It’s the “off-season,” which means many of us are riding less. One of the ways to stay connected and even increase motivation is to dig into the rich canon of cycling literature. Patrick finally puts some numbers to his belief that on-the-bike is one of the happiest places on Earth. Show links: Tomorrow, We Ride—Jean […]

Jan 5, 2023 • 43min
Paceline Podcast 312
Conditions are wet in many parts of the country, making mountain biking a terrific way to damage trails. John proposes a solution. Patrick received a great many questions in the run-up to Christmas about e-bikes, particularly what to look for when buying one. Show links: Patagonia Men’s Houdini® Jacket – Windbreaker JacketPatagonia Women’s Houdini® Jacket […]

Dec 15, 2022 • 40min
Paceline Podcast 311
While having a mid-ride coffee, a friend asked John what he thought of internal cable/hose routing. There’s no simple answer to this, so he discusses it with Patrick, who states a surprising opinion. Patrick looks back at 2022 and considers ways the bike worked and didn’t work and he muddled his way through loss. Show […]

Dec 8, 2022 • 50min
Paceline Podcast 310
John wonders about our duty of care to other riders when we ride with them and how our perception of what etiquette calls for changes based on the tires we ride. Patrick rode with his local NICA team and can’t figure why all the kids were smiling even though it was cold and raining. Could […]

Dec 1, 2022 • 48min
Paceline Podcast 309
This week John and Patrick talk Christmas lists and gift giving and do their best to focus on experiences rather than stuff, but let’s be honest, cycling is a sport of stuff, especially in the winter. Show links: NiteRider Lumina™ Pro 1000 Front Bike LightSIBERIAN 2.0 GLOVE | Craft SportswearOrange Mud LLC – Transition Wrap […]

Nov 24, 2022 • 39min
The Paceline Podcast 308
It’s Thanksgiving, folks, and John and Patrick take time to detail the things for which they are grateful. Show links:SHOP FOR ALL SOFRITO AND TAMALES – Tagged “Tamales”– FILLO’S (fillos.com)Artist Bill Cass: Nymbol’s

Nov 18, 2022 • 13min
Paceline Podcast 307
It’s a slight departure this week, with John doing the show solo. Don’t worry. This is not a permanent change. He’ll be running down his winter prep checklist for indoor and outdoor riding success and then hitting you with the customary Paceline Pick. Next week, we’ll be back to regular programming. The Fox Speedframe Pro […]

Nov 10, 2022 • 47min
Paceline Podcast 306
John explores how cycling with newer riders can restore the blush of cycling’s early romance. Patrick fields a question from a listener about how to go about choosing a builder from whom to buy a custom bike. Show notes:Ranger 6″ Socks | Fox Racing®Artist Bill Cass

Nov 3, 2022 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 305
This week John wonders if we aren’t doing a disservice to mountain biking by portraying the sport as being largely about expensive, full-suspension bikes. Why isn’t the sport portrayed as being about hardtails more? Patrick takes a look at what our bodies know and why we need to trust our senses more. Show links:Leatt || […]