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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Sep 22, 2022 • 55min
Paceline Podcast 301
Photo: Breezer #6 (for Wende Cragg) 1978. See more here. This week we talk about the proliferation, convergence and overlap of bike categories and try to see where it’s all headed. Padraig takes on a reader question about wide cycling shoes, and we get to some Paceline Picks for those who like to hear about gear. […]
Sep 15, 2022 • 50min
The Paceline Podcast 300
We celebrate our 300th episode by producing another episode. John nods to the previous co-hosts and then wonders what Patrick has learned, other than sitting closer to the mic. Patrick takes on a listener question about what to do with old bike parts and tubes and whatnot. Show links:Seven Cycles Axiom SLZinn and the Art […]
Sep 8, 2022 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 299
This time out we talk about the crucial role local bike shops still play in the life of a town, not to mention the convenience of having a good mechanic nearby. We run down what to look for in an affordable eBike, and a couple of Paceline Picks bring us home. Show links:The Osprey Raptor […]
Aug 25, 2022 • 54min
Paceline Podcast 297
This week John talks riding with flat pedals—rather than clipless—for mountain biking. Patrick discusses a ride from his recent vacation and what it re-taught him about riding with friends. Show links:adidas Five Ten SLEUTH bike shoe dBig Agnes Dream Island 35°
Aug 18, 2022 • 47min
Paceline 296
This week we talk about traveling to ride bikes, specifically Zion National Park and its surrounding areas as well as Wales, for those of you with a penchant for passport travel and sweeping pastoral views. Patrick delves into the right amount of suspension travel for people looking to upgrade their mountain bike, and as usual […]
Aug 11, 2022 • 44min
Paceline 295
John is back from Wales and takes on a subject from a nearby part of Europe: the Tour de France. When news that a $900 tax credit was dropped from the climate change package in Washington, Patrick had an opinion or two about it. Show links: Cosmic Dirt – COSMIC DIRTScribd
Jul 21, 2022 • 51min
Paceline Podcast 294
This week John takes on cycling and inclusivity, and how to bring more people into the party. Patrick talks to Jacob Rheuban of Prevelo Bikes and his thinking on kids and full-face helmets. Show links:Prevelo Zulu ThreeShimano SLX MTB Group
Jul 14, 2022 • 44min
Paceline Podcast 293
A listener asks if he should buy the light, fast road bike to follow the fast kids on the group rides? John answers, with aplomb. Patrick discusses riding with kids and strategies for presenting cycling in a way they enjoy. Show notes:Silca HX-One Home Tool Kit
Jun 30, 2022 • 39min
Paceline Podcast 292
John takes on the issue of tubeless tires. Is it really that much better? The answer isn’t as simple as one might think. And because it’s vacation time, Patrick answers a listener question about traveling with a bike. Show links:Floyd’s of Leadville Recovery BalmPURE Chamois Cream — Mad Alchemy
Jun 23, 2022 • 46min
Paceline Podcast 291
This week John talks about faith, but not the religious variety. For those who battle episodic depression, faith is expressed in relating to others. Patrick is just back from Memphis and made some new friends. Ringleader Chalino is on the right in the photo above. Show links: Michelin Power Gravel Tires EZ Tee Perf SS […]
