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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Jun 16, 2022 • 50min
Paceline Podcast 290
This week we check in on the current State of the Bike Industry, specifically how supply chain and pandemic challenges are manifesting in the 2022 season. Padraig addresses a reader question about disc brakes vs. rim brakes. All that and a couple of fresh Paceline Picks. Show links:Folsom Short 2.0 – 11″ Inseam | Chrome […]
Jun 9, 2022 • 42min
Paceline Podcast 289
John and Patrick both have new mountain bikes. And both of them feature designs from suspension savant Dave Weigle. They discuss their experiences and impressions without completely falling down a techie rabbit hole. Show links:32oz Wide Mouth Sustain Water Bottle – NalgeneShower’s Pass Waterproof Duffel
Jun 2, 2022 • 48min
Paceline Podcast 288
This week John talks about going slow, and mountain biking, and introducing new people to mountain biking. Patrick takes on a listener question about whether to go with suspension or a hardtail when buying a new mountain bike. CountyLine Extra Large Galvanized Round End Stock Tank, 8 ft. W x 2 ft. H x 8 […]
May 26, 2022 • 42min
Paceline Podcast 287
John considers regrets. In this instance, mostly cycling regrets, things not done as much as done. And for much of the country, it’s allergy season. Patrick takes on the question of what to do. Show links: Bike MonkeyGrasshopper Adventure SeriesSuperPro RacingGrinduro!Sierra Buttes Trail StewardshipAss Saver Regular – Ass Savers
May 18, 2022 • 43min
Paceline Podcast 286
John is watching pro racing and has had a few epiphanies about what makes bike racing—and sport in general—interesting. With gas more than $6/gal. Patrick takes a look at the value proposition of ebikes. Show links: POC Savant MTB Bicycling Glove | POC Sports Bosch ebike motors
May 12, 2022 • 44min
Paceline Podcast 285
This week John is trying to learn new (and possibly better) ways to ride a mountain bike, and Patrick is sick and ruminating on all the days he spent trying to get faster when he should have just been in bed. All that and Paceline picks for your listening pleasure. Show links: Sherpa 2.0 Hitch […]
May 5, 2022 • 44min
Paceline Podcast 284
John tackles the question: Is lighter always better? Patrick looks at the turns his life has taken as a result of cycling. He says he didn’t see a few of the twists coming. Show links: Wooleator 5″ D-Logo Charcoal – DeFeet Floyd’s of Leadville Full Spectrum CBD Gems
Apr 28, 2022 • 49min
Paceline Podcast 283
John is just back from a trip to Seattle, where he was impressed by both the cycling culture and the cycling infrastructure. Patrick cites two news stories and considers what they mean for bringing new people into the sport. Show links: Yuba Spicy Curry Bounty Sunglasses – SPY Optic
Apr 21, 2022 • 47min
The Paceline Podcast 282
This week John looks at how mountain biking has changed in the last few decades and how if you maybe bought a mountain bike in the 1990s or early 2000s, it’s not a mountain bike in the same sense as the bikes being sold today are. Patrick looks at pets and how no one is […]
Apr 14, 2022 • 47min
The Paceline Podcast 281
This week John takes on a listener question about just who we are. Cyclists? Bikers? Bike riders? Patrick is back from getting sunburned at Sea Otter and reports on some of the coolest things he saw. Show links: Men’s Crew Neck Knit | City Cycling Casual Riding On and Off Bike | Rapha Prevelo Zulu […]
