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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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.
Apr 4, 2024 • 51min
Paceline Podcast 367
This week John considers what goes into a brand. He wonders just where a brand’s identity comes from and relates the tale of Independent Fabrication, sorta. Patrick takes on the question of why someone might want to try group rides and learning to draft in a peloton. Show links:People for BikesAbus Bordo Granit XPlus bike […]
Mar 28, 2024 • 44min
Paceline Podcast 366
John introduces the idea of the Phil Collins paradox. Patrick went on a group ride, but not the sort you might guess. Show links:Walking Tamales | Fillos – FILLO’SPearl Izumi Quest Jacket Image: Jennifer Schofield
Mar 21, 2024 • 47min
Paceline Podcast 365
This week John takes a look at how the bike industry is still in a mess as a result of the pandemic and how at least one industry expert believes that e-bikes may well save us all. Patrick takes a look at the growing number of options in fit in cycling apparel and how there […]
Mar 14, 2024 • 50min
Paceline Podcast 364
This week John considers his approach to fitness as a “multisport” athlete. Patrick takes on a question about whether or not aerodynamics matter for mortals and regl’r folk. Show links:Chester Pedal – Race FaceBell Z20 MIPS Helmet
Mar 7, 2024 • 42min
Paceline Podcast 363
This week, John talks about the difference between bike fit and bike design, but not until he explains the difference between the two. Patrick takes on the question of why mountain bike head tube angles continue to slacken. And when that might stop. Show links: adidas Five Ten Sleuth Mountain Bike Shoes – Black | […]
Feb 29, 2024 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 362
This week we try to see the forest for the trees in American cycling culture and then discuss the merits of giving another rider a pull, versus sitting on their wheel. Then we’re off to the magical land of Paceline Picks for protecting your steel frame or venturing into the strange new land of eMTBs. […]
Feb 22, 2024 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 361
This week John discusses answers a question a friend asked him: “How did you get from being a roadie to mountain biking?” The journey is maybe more obvious and less obvious than we might think. Patrick takes a look at how someone might establish a basic fit for a new bike if they don’t have […]
Feb 15, 2024 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 360
How’s your mud game? Or, more specifically, how is your mud etiquette. John takes on the issue. Patrick takes a look at something most of us have experienced, and none of us like: toe overlap. Show links: Sturmfist 4 | Winter Cycling Gloves With Aerogel Insulation | 45NRTHOcean and San All Day Shirt
Feb 8, 2024 • 39min
Paceline Tandem: Isaac Howe
My guest is Isaac Howe, the CEO of the company Orucase. The company is known primarily for its bike travel cases, but they are branching out into new products. I’ve known Isaac for a few years now and have admired the company’s approach to travel with bikes and I thought of him when the trade […]
