The Path Less Pedaled Podcast - Contemporary Bicycling Culture

Austere Manufacturing -Making a Bikepacking Buckle Jun 13, 2022

We interview with Uriel from Austere Manufacturing to talk about designing a bikepacking specific buckle! So nerdy Support the podcast by going to : https://pathlesspedaled.myshopify.com/ or join us on Patreon at http://patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

What if Skynet Designed Bikes? (Interview with Ignite Components) Jun 06, 2022

We talk with Ian from Ignite Components about "generative design" where an algorithm creates organic, Aliens-esque optimized forms and how he uses it for bike component design. Support the podcast by going to : https://pathlesspedaled.myshopify.com/ or join us on Patreon at http://patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

Bicycles Need a ReBrand (Chris from Propel Bikes) May 17, 2022

Chris Nolte is the founder of Propel bike shops specializing in transportation focused e-bikes as well as a Youtuber. We discuss the challenges of rebranding the bicycle in North America away from just riding for sport.

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The 90s Mountain Bike Whisperer - Old Shovel Apr 26, 2022

Rob (aka Old Shovel on Youtube) is the 90s mountain bike whisperer. In this interview we talk about the idea of a "restomod", get tips for buying a 90s mountain bike, as well as debate some pros and cons.

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Rivendell without Grant? A Tour with Grant Petersen Apr 20, 2022

We get a tour of Rivendell HQ from Grant Petersen and talk about bike design, the bike industry and what Rivendell looks like without him.

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Bicycles and Watercolors with Maria from Art-Toolkit Jun 03, 2020

We talk with Maria, a watercolorist who has traveled on many scientific expeditions about bicycling, art and how she started the business of Art-Toolkit.com

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ACN - Gravel Bike Suspension? Do you need it? May 29, 2020

Alternative Cycling Network discusses the new Cannondale and Sunrace releases. Gimmicky or gimme?

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The Cost of doing BIKE Business - Swift Industries May 28, 2020

We chat with our friend Martina from Swift Industries about the realities of bike business and manufacturing. Why are bike bags so expensive? How has COVID affected their business.

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Make the Dynamic Choice - Behind the Scenes with Ultradynamico Tires May 28, 2020

Ever wonder what its like to start a tire brand? We interview Ron (UltraRomance) and his partner Patrick on why and how they started Ultradynamico tires.

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The People You Will Meet - Stories from Bike Touring May 28, 2020

After years of touring on bike, the most profound memories are of those of the people we met along the way. Some heart warming tales from our years on the road. Audio from a LIVE Youtube performance.

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Bike Components for THE PEOPLE! - Microshift Interview May 28, 2020

We interview Gus from Microshift and talk about the void that SRAM and Shimano have left in the mechanical and affordable drive train market.

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Wide Gravel Drop Bars - a good idea? with PedalPT Mar 18, 2020

We interview Kevin Schmidt of PedalPT in Portland and get his opinion of the ultra wide drop bar trend from the perspective of a physical therapist and bike fitter.

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Bikes and DISASTER! with Joe Partridge Mar 18, 2020

Joe Partridge is not only a multi Trans-Iowa finisher (on a single speed!) but also works professionally as an emergency manager. We talk about what constitutes a disaster, how bikes fit in and his go to bikes for the apocalypse.

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Living the Dream with Spencer J. Harding Mar 18, 2020

Spencer J Harding is a Radavist contributor, photographer and all around good person. We talk about bike packing with a tall bike, photography, touring and what new bike gear he is excited about.

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Your Tires Are Lying to You (Myths and Misconceptions of Tire Pressure) Jan 01, 2020

What do those numbers on the sidewall actually mean? How do you find ideal tire pressure? We sit down with Josh Poertner, the president of Silca and tire pressure consultant to riders like Peter Sagan and learn the intricacies of tire pressure.

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Anton Krupicka - Ultra Trail Runner To Gravel Cyclist Jul 08, 2019

We interview accomplished ultra runner Anton Krupicka and talk about about how he ended up riding Dirty Kanza with Crust Bikes and Ultraromance. Lots of bike nerdery around the Bombora and talk about the parallels between trail running and gravel riding.

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How to Pronounce Pannier (Its NOT What you Think) May 20, 2019

Pannier is one of the most mispronounced words in the bicycling lexicon and its origins are often misunderstood. Where does the word come from? Is it a French or English word? What is the correct pronunciation? We settle it once and for all in this video and get a little help from Merriam-Webster.

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Jonathan Maus - 14 Years of BikePortland.org! Apr 07, 2019

Jonathan Maus has spent the last 14 years covering transportation issues on BikePortland.org. Over the years it has transformed into a serious news site that has changed some aspects of cycling and transportation in Portland. We talk about how it started, how he keeps from burning out, what he would do different and whether or not bicycling is in decline in Portland.

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Ely Rodriguez - RuthWorks (Randonneur Bag Make, NAHBS) Mar 25, 2019

Ely Rodriguez is a Bay Area bike bag maker known for his beautifully made randonneuring bags. We talk about how he got started, what it was like to make the leap full time, the state of randonnepuring and his favorite things he saw at NAHBS.

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#AskBreadWinner (Ira Ryan) - Gravel Bike Geometry Nerdfest Mar 10, 2019

Ira Ryan is the other half of Breadwinner Cycles. In this pod we get real nerdy about things like bottom bracket height for climbing, Ira's preferred chainstay length, trail for front loading and why mass production steel bikes will always be a overbuilt.

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Andrea Cohen - Iowa Gravel Maven Mar 04, 2019

Andrea Cohen rode Almanzo Royal, Land Run, Dirty Kanza XL and Tour Divide all in 2018! We talk about how gravel has changed, what it was like to ride DK XL and Tour Divide and her latest endeavor, the Gravel Scouts.

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#AskBreadwinner - Geometry vs Frame Material Jan 24, 2019

Nerding out on bikes with Tony from Breadwinner Cycles. We talk about the real differences between production and custom bikes and how various frame angles affect bike handling.

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SAFETY PIZZA - Story behind this viral bike product! Jan 18, 2019

The Safety Pizza is a quirky and viral bike safety product. We talk with Chris the creator of the Safety Pizza about its origins, its rough start in manufacturing and where he hopes to take it in the future!

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"Bike Fun" and Bicycle Advocacy - Ayleen Crotty - PLPTalks Jan 11, 2019

We talk with Ayleen Crotty about the idea of "bike fun", the origin story of Pedalpalooza in Portland and how bike fun and bike advocacy can work together. We also talk about how Filmed by Bike has evolved to help export bike culture.

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The Farmer and the Sailor: Why We Stopped Traveling Indefinitely Jan 08, 2019

Selling everything to travel indefinitely is the ultimate luxury item and dream of many. Why did we stop?

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PLPTalks - Arleigh Greenwald (BikeShopGirl) - Creating a Better Bike Shop Jan 04, 2019

Arleigh Greenwald has been in the bicycle industry a long time as an employee, former QBP rep, blogger and critic. She has taken the next big step to open up her own shop and apply the things she has learned over the years. Find out how she hopes to do things differently.

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#BikesxBourbon - 2019 Supple Trends? Reader Comments Dec 28, 2018

We respond to reader comments over the Most Supple Bike of the Year award and give some future predictions of gravel and supple bike trends of 2019. We taste a mesquite smoked whiskey from Tucson, gifted to us from Spencer Harding and Transit Cycles!

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#BikesxBourbon - Our Mother the Mountain (OMTM.CC) Sep 19, 2018

We interview Ron Lewis of OMTM.CC, a Portland based group mapping out awesome gravel routes in the Oregon and Washington area. We talk about what makes a good gravel ride and the growth of gravel riding. We taste High West Rendezvous Rye, a gift bourbon from Larry from Park City, UT!

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#BikesxBourbon - Swift Industries Sep 04, 2018

Our friends Martina and Jason from Swift Industries were visiting Missoula and we had to get them on the show! We taste Oban 14, talk about trailrunning, how different activities affect their design and the WTF Bike Explorer Summit.

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BikesxBourbon - Old Forester / Have we reached PEAK GRAVEL?!! Aug 27, 2018

There have been a lot of gravel "innovations" from app controled suspension, short travel suspention forks, but are they necessary? We also talk about what sorts of classes we'd like to see bike shops offer and the emerging trend of smaller "big" rings and wide-range doubles.

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PLPTalks - Guitar Ted - Trans Iowa and Beyond! Aug 21, 2018

Trans Iowa is considered the grandfather of the modern gravel event in the US. We interview Mark Stevenson / Guitar Ted, one of the founders of TI, and talk about the early days of Trans Iowa and how it has influenced other events. We also ponder if we have reached Peak Gravel and other future trends. T

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#BikesxBourbon - Survival Skills, #DadBike Aug 15, 2018

We taste Burnside Bourbon Oregon Oaked. We have a special guest that rode from Spokane, WA to Missoula, MT to be on the show! We talk about what to keep in your survival kit and the ups and downs of being a bicycling parent.

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PLPTalks - Rebecca Rusch - Growing Gravel Aug 13, 2018

Gravel cycling is growing and gravel events are creating positive benefits to small rural areas. We interview Rebecca Rusch about why she started a gravel event, how it was initially received by the community and the many positive impacts it has brought to her home town of Ketchum, ID. Speaking of community, this episode is proudly supported by FilmedbyBike.org, a turnkey way to bring bike fun to your local town. FilmedbyBike gives cyclits a reason to gather, have fune and be used for community building and fundraising.

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#BikesxBourbon - Good Bye Velocult, Phil Gaimon's Rules Aug 08, 2018

We lament the closing of one our favorite bike shops of all time, Velocult and what it means for other bike shops. We also wax philosophical about Phil Gaimon's Rules and #thesupplelife. This episode was made possible by FilmedByBike.org, a turnkey way to bring bike fun to your local community with bike films!

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What we drank: Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban

#BikesxBourbon - Tumbleweed Bicycle Co. Jul 30, 2018

Daniel Molloy from Tumbleweed Bicycles is in town to show El Silencio. He brought over a nice rye from the Bay Area and we geek out about why he started Tumbleweed, what he learned from working at Rivendell and the ups and downs of being a one man business.

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What we drank: Old Potrero

#BikesxBourbon - Fake Cyclists Jul 23, 2018

Our most pointed #bikesxbourbon episode yet where we address the idea of "real" vs "fake" cyclists and also lay out the groundwork for the supple life manifesto. We also taste Stagg Jr, a surprisignly smooth and balanced bourbon for 125 proof!

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#BikesxBourbon - Future of Bike Shops Jul 23, 2018

We taste a bourbon that was aged at sea! On a boat! We also talk about a recent post from Alter Cycles about bike shops as a third space and how that means much more than just serving beer or coffee.

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What we drank: Jefferson's Ocean (Aged at Sea!)

PLPTalks - 26 - Ben Weaver - Music for Free May 27, 2018

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Ben Weaver is a musician that bikepacks to his shows. In this interview, we talk about his Music For Free tour, bikepacking the Great Divide trail on its 20th anniversary with a banjo. How does he carry stuff? Why is he doing it?

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BikesxBourbon - Riding vs. Racing, Dirty Kanza!!!! May 23, 2018

What we drank: Balcones Baby Blue, Balcones Rye

What we talked about: Philosophical and technical differences between racing and riding and Dirty Kanza. Joined by special guest Ally Mabry.

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PLPTalks - 25 - Dirty Kanza Special - Jim Cummins and Casey Woods May 22, 2018

An often untold story of Dirty Kanza is how the event has changed the town of Emporia, Kansas and how it has been slowly embraced by the community. In this episode we interview Jim Cummins, the ride direct of DK200 and Casey Woods from Main Street Emporia to learn how DK has grown from a small group ride to an international event!

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PLPTalks - 24 - Nick Legan - Gravel Cycling May 08, 2018

Nick Legan has literally written the book on gravel cycling. In this episode, we discuss the current gravel cycling trend, why it is popular, gravel events, and his new book "Gravel Cycling".

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BikesxBourbon - Gravel Events, 650b vs 27.5, Semantics May 08, 2018

What we drank: Blade and Bow Bourbon #4 (THANKS LAURA CRAWFORD!)

What we talked about: Gravel events .Philosophical differences between 650b and 27.5, Gravel Bike vs. Mountain Bike, Semantics and nomenclature.
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BikesxBourbon - Sea Otter, Golden Age of Cycling, Grav Grav May 08, 2018

What we drank: Rabbit Hole Bourbon (THANKS LAURA CRAWFORD!)

What we talked about: The new Niner full suspension gravel bike? Speedvagen Rough Road? BikeSnob's article on the Golden Age of Cycling.

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PLPTalks - 23 - Jay Ritchey - Bikepacking and Filmmaking Apr 24, 2018

Jay Ritchey has been in the bicycle industry a long time from helping his dad Tom Ritchey build bikes, to working at Rivendell Bicycle Works. Beyond bicycles, Jay is also a filmmaker working on commercial projects as well as his own endeavors. In this interview, we talk about the behind the scenes of filming El Silencio, his latest film with Daniel from Tumbleweed Bicycles, Cass Gilbert and Pepper which is about to tour in May of 2018.

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PLPTalks - 22 - Tobie DePauw - Future of the Local Bike Shop? Apr 17, 2018

Tobie DePauw is a bike industry veteran. In this interview, he gives his insights on the future of bike shops, building a bike community from scratch and storytelling with routes.

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PLPTalks - 21 - Randi Smith - Randi Jo Fabrications Apr 09, 2018

Randi Jo Fabrications is a small bicycle bag and cap company with a surprisingly large reach in the bike industry. We talk with Randi Smith about what it's like have a business based out of the small town of Elkton, Oregon but have products sold nationally and internationally.

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PLPTalks - 20 - Kyle B. Kelley - Golden Saddle Cyclery/Radavist Apr 02, 2018

Golden Saddle Cyclery in Los Angeles is a small shop with big reach. We interview Kyle B. Kelley, shop owner and Radavist contributor, about what it takes for a bike shop to survive these days, bike shops he looks up to, the fat tire road bike trend, his favorite bourbons and portrait photography.

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PLPTalks - 19 - Jan Heine Mar 19, 2018

Jan Heine, publisher of Bicycle Quarterly and founder of Compass Bicycles has been an evangelist for performance bikes with wider tire clearances. The bike industry has finally caught up with him. In this interview we talk about the origins of Bicycle Quarterly, the idea of "planing" and what's in store for the future fo BQ and Compass Bicycles.

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PLPTalks - 18 - Molly Sugar - Friends on Bikes Mar 12, 2018

What's it like to tour across the US if you're not a white male? How do you find and create a diverse cycling culture? We talk with Molly Sugar, co-founder of Friends On Bikes, about race, diversity and inclusion in bicycle touring and bicycling culture.

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PLPTalks - 17 - Gabe Tiller - Oregon Timber Trail Mar 05, 2018

Gabe, route designer of the Oregon Outback and Oregon Timber Trail, tells us what he thinks makes an iconic ride. We also get a behind the scenes look at the Oregon Timber Trail, a cross state bikepacking route connecting hundreds of miles of singletrack in Oregon. What is it like to have a route with a committee, working with land owners and how it is different from a route generated by a single creator.

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PLPTalks - 16 - Bicycle Nomad - Erick Cedeno Feb 26, 2018

How and why did Erick start the Bicycle Nomad brand? Why is it important for bike shops to create a community? Why are people of color so under represented in bikepacking media? In this fun and insightful conversation with Erick Cedeno of Bicycle Nomad Cafe we dig a little deeper into his origin story and what his mission is with his brand Bicycle Nomad.

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PLPTalks - 15 - Whitefish Bike Retreat - Cricket Butler Feb 18, 2018

The Great Divide bikepacking route is turning 20 this year. It has inspired many to tour, race and open businesses along the route. One of those persons is Cricket Butler. She learned about the route when she turned 40 and it has forever changed her life. She no longer races it, but supports and welcomes traveling cyclists all over the world at the Whitefish Bike Retreat.

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BikesxBourbon - NAHBS 2018, Frostbike, Roadplus +, Sklar, Bikepacking vs Panniers Feb 18, 2018

We taste bourbon and talk about the most interesting bikes at this years NAHBS, as well as the new releases from Surly and All-City at Frostbike. We also talk about a recent artcile on Bikepacking.com comparing panniers and a bikepacking setup and how it left out a few things. Russ also denies he is @bicyclepubes, but you should follow him anyway.

PLPTalks - 14 - The Cyclist's Menu (Zander Ault) Feb 11, 2018

Gravel grinding with a gourmet meal at the end of each day? Sign us up! We interview Zander Ault of The Cyclist's Menu, a company that is redefining the bike road camp model with mixed terrain riding and food made from locally sourced farmers and ranchers.

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PLPTalks - 13 - Revelate Designs (Eric Parsons) Feb 05, 2018

In this episode of PLPTalks we interview Eric Parsons of Revelate Designs, one of the originators of modern bikepacking bags! We talk about the early days of bikepacking, how his business has grown over the years and what it is like to pioneer lots of things we take for granted now! This episode is supported by Art of Survival Century Ride: http://www.survivalcentury.com.

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PLPTalks - 12 - Lael Wilcox Jan 29, 2018

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In this episode of PLPTalks we interview Lael Wilcox! We talk about what she thinks about on long rides, how she prepares for epic events, burning on the bicycle, her GRIT program to get young girls into bikepacking as well as getting a new carbon fiber road bike for her next adventure!

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#PLPTalks - Patch Game (Walter Skrzypek) Jan 21, 2018

In this episode of PLPTalks we interview Walter Skrzypek, from Falls Creek Outfitters, the man behind so many of the bicycle patches you see on Instagram. How did he start? Why are bike patches so popular? What are the latest patch trends?

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Road Diary: One of those Moments Jan 20, 2018

A blast from the past. When we first set off almost a decade ago we wanted to make audio slide shows. We only made a few. I distinctly remember making this in a cheap motel in far west Texas. We had nothing to eat but a tin of olives and vienna sausages. To channel the hunger, I worked on making videos. This is one of those moments that you experience while traveling and hold on in the back of your mind like a lucky penny for when you need it most.

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PLPTalks - 10 - Spoke'n Hostel ( The BEST bike hostel in the US?) Jan 15, 2018

In this interview we talk with Jalet and Pat, the owners of Spoke'n Hostel in Mitchell, OR. Mitchell is a town of 125 people along the ACA TransAm route. Find out whay they started it, how it has changed the town's perception of cyclists and the delicate balance between bikepacking and rural spaces.

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PLPTalks - 09 - Matt (Crust Bikes, Starting Your Own Bike Brand?) Jan 12, 2018

In this interview we talk with Matt, the man behind Crust bikes about what it is like to start a bike company from scratch making unique touring and bikepacking bikes. We hear about the ups and downs of essentially being a one person bike brand! Support the channel! This podcast is listener supported, find out how at our website: http://www.pathlesspedaled.com/subscribe-monthly/ .

PLPTalks - 08 - Bobby Wintle (Land Run 100, Future of Gravel?, Future of Bike Shops?) Jan 12, 2018

In this interview we talk with Bobby Wintle of District Bicycles in Stillwater, OK. In addition to operating a bike shop with his wife Crystal, they also run the Landrun 100 a popular midwest gravel event. We talk about the growth of midwest gravel, the evolution of gravel events, bikepacking and the need for bike shops to become community partners.

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PLPTalks - 07 - Whitney Ford-Terry (Bikepacking and Land Art) Jan 11, 2018

In this interview we talk with Whitney Ford-Terry about land art and bikepacking, WTF Bike Explorers Summit, are bike brands responsible for promoting Leave No Trace and whether or not social media is ruining bicycle travel. This podcast is listener supported. Find out how you can keep the episodes coming at :www.pathlesspedaled.com/subscribe-monthly/

PLPTalks - 06 - Benedict (aka UltraRomance) Jan 11, 2018

In this video we interview one of cycling's most interesting personas, Benedict, aka UltraRomance. What are his cycling origins? How does one become a professional bike tourist? Does he consider himself a bike tourist or a bikepacker? How does one keep one's hair so shiny and vibrant?

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PLPTalks - 05 - Martina Brimmer (Swift Industries) Jan 11, 2018

In this next installment of #PLPTalks, I interview one of our favorite people in the bike industry, Martina Brimmer, co-founder of Swift Industries! Swift Industries is a small bicycle soft goods maker based in Seattle, Washington that focuses on bicycle touring, bike camping and randonneuring bags. We talk about what it has been like to grow the company over the last 10 years!

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PLPTalks - 04 - Nam Arya (Gender, Race and Bikepacking) Jan 11, 2018

In this next installment of #PLPTalks, I interview Nam Arya (@goodolenam on Insta), about how she got into touring, being a Blackburn Ranger and race and gender in the bike industry! It's a good one!

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PLPTalks - 03 - Jay Petervary (Endurance Bikepacking Athlete) Jan 11, 2018

In this installment of #PLPTalks, I talk with Jay Petervary about his career as an endurance athlete, but also what it takes to do this full time. We talk about some of the new events and clinics he is hosting. He also gives us some advice about training for Dirty Kanza 200.

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PLPTalks - 02 - Sarah Swallow (Specialized Adventure Athlete, Dirty Kanza) Jan 11, 2018

Sarah J Swallow is a well respected bike traveler. We talk about how she creates routes, riding Dirty Kanza, the downsides of living the dream and the WTF Bike Explorer summit she is helping to organize. Keep up with Sarah on www.sarahjswallow.com and @sarahjswallow on Instagram.

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PLPTalks - 01 - Kurt Refsnider (BikepackingRoots.org) Jan 11, 2018

In this first episode of PLPTalks, I interview Kurt Refsnider a former Tour Divide winner, geologist and founder of BikepackingRoots.org. We talk about his bikepacking and geology class in Prescott College, route development, founding BikepackingRoots.org and some future trends in bikepacking.

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