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 20, 2024 • 54min
Paceline Podcast 376
This week John talks about how bike shops are the lifeblood of cycling culture and how we need them to continue to exist. Patrick explains how not all motors in e-mountain bikes are created equal and, with all due apologies to George Orwell, some motors are more equal than other motors. Best of all, he […]
Jun 13, 2024 • 48min
Paceline Podcast 375
This week John and Patrick try something a little different. They each read a piece published here at The Cycling Independent and then discuss what went into writing them and their intent with the pieces. John read “A Useless Review: Park Blue Grease” and Patrick reads “What We Would Say.” Show links: PH-1.2 P-Handle Hex […]
Jun 6, 2024 • 0sec
Paceline Podcast 374
Who do you ride with? Are you a solo artist or a social animal, and how does that evolve over time. Patrick tells us about a jour sans, and how he processes coming up short on race day now versus when he was younger. All that and a couple Paceline Picks for you. Show links: […]
May 30, 2024 • 0sec
Paceline Podcast 373
This coming weekend is Unbound, arguably the biggest gravel event in the world and John decides to ask, “Have we hit peak gravel, yet?” Patrick goes on a rant about integrated components. Show links:Supple Bar Tape (wolftoothcomponents.com)
May 23, 2024 • 0sec
Paceline Podcast 372
This week John takes a look at how the Giro d’Italia has become the Tadej Pogačar show. He talks about about suspension of disbelief and whether we’ve been here before. Patrick takes a look at the idea of what bike we “deserve” and considers words from former co-host Patria Vandermark. Listener note: Patrick made a […]
May 17, 2024 • 48min
Paceline Podcast 371
We talk about how the bike industry is upside down and what we expect to happen through the rest of 2024. Patrick tells us how to avoid buying the wrong e-bike, and we round it all out with a pair of Paceline Picks. Show links:Online Bike Shop for Cycling Gear & Accessories | Colorado CyclistPowerDot […]
May 3, 2024 • 60min
Paceline Podcast 370
John has a big running event coming this weekend. Well, he did. Patrick talks about goal-setting in cycling and beyond. Show links: The Last RiderCapo Cycling Padrone Aero Kit
Apr 25, 2024 • 52min
Paceline Tandem: Andy McGrath on Frank Vandenbroucke
Andy McGrath’s book God Is Dead, The Rise and Fall of Frank Vandenbroucke, Cycling’s Great Wasted Talent, chronicles the chaotic life and early death of one of the doping era’s true superstars. Today we speak with the author about VDB, or “God” as he was known in Belgium, and why riders like him still capture […]
Apr 18, 2024 • 43min
Paceline Podcast 369
Are trail running and mountain biking the same thing? Well, no, but maybe also yes. Patrick watches his son careen off a cliff toward a creek, and we sift through some recent pro race results. That and Paceline Picks are the show this week. Links:God is Dead: The Rise and Fall of Frank Vandenbroucke, Cycling’s […]
Apr 12, 2024 • 54min
Paceline Podcast 368
This week John takes on the question: “How do you get better at bikes?” It’s probably simpler than you think. Patrick discusses his experience at a new gravel event called the Rust Bucket.
