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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Feb 13, 2025 • 43min
Paceline Podcast 404
Tariffs have been in the news a bunch of late. They have made a substantial impact on the bike biz in the last year. John takes a look at what that is already doing to the bike world. Patrick considers how a voluntary ride in cold, wet weather taught him something about how he loves. […]
Feb 6, 2025 • 48min
Paceline Podcast 403
This week John and Patrick take on the subject of how riding affects the lives of those around us. Do they support it? Do they resent it? How do we position cycling in our lives in order to make the case that everyone is better when we get out for a ride? Show links: Sealskinz […]
Jan 30, 2025 • 51min
Paceline Podcast 402
John takes a look at e-bike design and evolution and wonders where we are headed. Patrick takes a look at a new e-bike law in California as well as a class-action lawsuit against one e-bike maker. Show links:Spy Helm Tech SunglassesTopeak Smartgauge D2X
Jan 23, 2025 • 43min
Paceline Podcast 401
This week John takes a look at the cost of being a cyclist and compares it to the investment into a new vehicle or a jaunt to Paris. Patrick considers riding in winter and the benefits pedaling in cold weather confers. Show links: Pearl Izumi Men’s Quest AmFib JacketPearl Izumi Women’s Quest AmFib Jacket
Jan 16, 2025 • 28min
Paceline Tandem: Scott Holz of Specialized
This week is a tandem episode and my guest is Scott Holz, a senior program manager for Specialized. I met Scott back in the mid-aughts when he first joined Specialized as a fit instructor for their SBCU fitting school. Since that time, Scott’s role has evolved quite a bit including stints overseeing the Body Geometry […]
Jan 9, 2025 • 43min
Paceline Podcast 399
Bikes lost—well, not so much lost, as ones we sold off or let slip from our grasp and which we, if given a magic time machine, we might not have parted our way with. Show links:Shimano Ultegra Di2Cyclocross on Max
Jan 2, 2025 • 49min
Paceline Podcast 398
It’s a new year and that means it’s time to think about what we’re going to do differently. That’s right resolutions! Or should we call them revolutions? Patrick and John take on their future selves. Show links:Bicycle: The HistoryTopeak Power Lever X
Dec 19, 2024 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 397
How are things on planet bike as 2024 comes to a close? John looks into his crystal ball at what 2025 may hold. Patrick tackles the subject of road tubeless and, believe it or not, he says he has a reliable solution. Show links:Gaiam Restore 36” Foam Roller Kit | Dick’s Sporting GoodsCrank Bros. Cigar […]
Dec 12, 2024 • 48min
Paceline Tandem: Matt Fritzinger of the Blue-Tailed Skinks
This week we have an interview with Matt Fritzinger of the Blue-Tailed Skinks, a kids’ mountain biking program in Sonoma County California. Matt was the founder of the NorCal League, which grew into the National Interscholastic Cycling Association. He has started a new program, for kids from five to 11. The Blue-Tailed Skinks are about […]
Dec 5, 2024 • 37min
Paceline Podcast 395
Christmas looms. You probably shouldn’t listen to this and make your loved ones listen to it instead because we’re here to give your people suggestions for what to do for you. But if you listen, our Paceline Picks have some suggestions for you. Show links: Sportful Fiandre Norain Pro BibshortsPearl Izumi Thermal Bib ShortsGiordana Retro […]
