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This week we sit down with former Pro Tour rider and current Ribble Cycles Head of Product, Jamie Burrow. Jamie walks us through the range of Ribble Gravel Bikes across three frame materials and highlight the companies' unique custom bike builder.

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[00:00:00]Craig Dalton: [00:00:00]   Hello and welcome to the gravel ride podcast. I'm your host Craig Dalton.

[00:00:08]This week on the podcast, we have Jamie Burrow. He's a former pro...

This week we sit down with Andrew Onermaa, founder of Ozark Gravel Cyclist. Andrew is a passionate gravel cyclist and bikepacker who has channeled energy and love into creating a hub for Arkansas gravel cyclists.

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[00:00:00]Craig Dalton: [00:00:00] [00:00:00] Andrew, welcome to the show.

[00:00:02] Andrew Onermaa: [00:00:02] Hey, thanks for having me, Craig,

[00:00:03] Craig Dalton: [00:00:03] super excited to learn more about your project. It was our gravel cycling, but the more I've...

This week we sit down with Kemi King, Director of Philanthropy for World Bicycle Relief. World Bicycle Relief is an international, non-profit organization based in Chicago, IL that specializes in large-scale, comprehensive bicycle distribution programs to aid poverty relief in developing countries around the world. Their programs focus primarily on education, economic development, and health care.

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[00:00:00] Craig Dalton: [00:00:00] Hello and welcome to the gravel ride podcast. I'm your host Craig Dalton.  

[00:00:05] Thi...

This week thanks to vaccinations, I'm able to interview my father without whom I'd likely never have discovered a passion for the sport.   At 84 years old and still riding every Sunday, I hope the conversation keeps you stoked to ride into the future and gives you a little glimpse into my introduction to the sport of cycling. 

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This week we wish Randall well on his cross country journey, highlight the Gravel Adventure Field Guide from Trinidad, CO and discuss casual cycling shorts.

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This week we welcome the team from the Southeast Gravel Series to the show.   Ben Renkema and Boyd Johnson discuss the journey to creating a 6-event race series in North and South Carolina.  The team share their passion for the Southeast region and the desire to create a competitive, yet inclusive series to serve the area. 

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Southeast Gravel

Craig Dalton: [00:00:00]Hello and welcome to the gravel ride podca...

This week Randall and Craig take a look at the new Cervelo Aspero  and discuss its fit in the spectrum of gravel bikes.  We then dive head first into a discussion of the myriad of ways one achieves suspension on a gravel bike.  

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In the Dirt 20

Craig Dalton: [00:00:00] [00:00:00]Hello and welcome to in the dirt from the gravel ride podcast. I'm your host Craig Dalton. I'll be joined shortly by my cohost Randall Jacobs. 

This week we talk with adventurer, instructor and guide, Ben Shillington about an upcoming 12 day guided bikepacking trip offered by TDA Global Cycling in Quebec, Canada.   

TDA Global Cycling Guided Bikepacking trip

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Ben Shillington - TDA Cycling

Craig Dalton: [00:00:00] [00:00:00]Hello and welcome to the gravel ride podcast. I'm your host Craig Dalton. On this week's episode we've got expedition guide adventure consultant and adventure instructor ben shi...

This week on In the Dirt, we tackle tire volume (courtesy of a Rene Herse discussion in The Ridership), Road Tripping, Group Riding, the AZT 750 and vaccinations.   

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GRP In The Dirt Ep. 19

[00:00:00] Craig: [00:00:00] Randall welcome to the show

[00:00:01] Randall: [00:00:01] Always a pleasure to be with you Craig. How are you my friend?

[00:00:04] Craig: [00:00:04] I'm doing good. At this point I think you can almost say Craig wel...

This week we sit down with Neil Shirley to discuss the new ENVE custom road bike. Yes, that is not a typo, we are talking about a road bike. :).

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Enve Custom Road Interview

Craig Dalton: [00:00:00] [00:00:00]Hello and welcome to the gravel ride podcast. I'm your host Craig Dalton. This week on the show, we have Neil Shirley from envy on to talk about the ENVE custom road. You heard me correct...

This week Randall and Craig discuss the new ENVE Custom Road Project, SPD Power Meter Pedals from Garmin and what vaccinations are going to mean for our own group riding.  

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[00:00:00] Craig Dalton: [00:00:00] Hello and welcome to another episode of in the dirt from the gravel ride podcast i'm your host craig dalton i'll be joined shortly by my co-host randall jacobs.

[00:00:10]Every two we...

This week we sit down with Gavin Coombs from Dead Man Gravel. We get into the details of this new July event in Colorado including conversation about the events' efforts towards diversity and the financial investment it takes to get an event off the ground. 

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[00:00:00] Craig Dalton: [00:00:00] \Hello and welcome to the gravel ride

[00:00:03] podcast i'm your host craig dalton on this week's episode,

[00:00:07]We...

This week Randall and Craig discuss the essential gear for early morning and evening rides. Go to gear for every gravel cyclist.

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This week we talk with Taylor Bushong from DT SWISS about gravel wheels.  We dig into the considerations surrounding rim width and wheel sizes to tease out the considerations when upgrading your wheels.   We also get a glimpse into the company's interesting history.

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DT Swiss

Craig: [00:00:00]  [00:00:00]Hello and welcome to the gravel ride podcast. I'm your host Craig Dalton. 

[00:00:10]This week on the podcast i'm excited to welcome taylor bushong from dt swiss to th...

This week on the podcast, Randall takes the reins and brings two-time Olympian (wind surfing), former Pro cyclist, Pro team founder, and Sport Psychologist Ted Huang for the first in a series of conversations about the meanings and motivations that underlie why we ride.

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[00:00:00] Hello and welcome to the gravel ride podcast. I'm Randall Jacobs, and this is the first in a series of episodes that Craig has graciously invited me...

This week we sit down with Matt Kadey to unpack (pun intended) the world of bike packing and route design. Matt has designed adventures in Columbia, Costa Rica and Canada. We learn about the design of routes, the idea of the Grand Depart and tools we can all use to design adventures. 

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Columbia Bikepacking Route

Costa Rica Bikepacking Route

This week Randall and Craig take a look back at how each of them found 'the bike' and think back to how ego played a role in improving as a cyclist.   Fast forward to today, we reflect on how ego has largely disappeared and our enjoyment of the sport comes more naturally and independent of competition.   

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This week we sit down with Patrick Carey from Speed Science Coaching to look at the 5 skills every gravel cyclist needs to master. Whether you come from road or mtb, gravel demands an adaptation of your existing skillset. Patrick drills into 5 foundation level skills you need to know. 

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This is something that riders coming from the road are going to find different right away. From rough surfaces and washboard to big b...

This week we sit down with Zachary Lambert, founder of Blackheart Bike Co. in Venice, CA. Zach walks us through the brand's namesake titanium frame and his new retail venture Luft launching in March 2021.

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This week we look at the options a full-frame bag creates for gravel cyclists as well as a look at the new Farr Twin-T.   Finally, we dive into a discussion of flat-bar gravel bikes and drop-bar mountain bikes to explore the various edges of the sport.

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Part 2 of my discussion with Gregor von Medeazza and his experiences at The Munga in South Africa.  Gregor showcases his determination and equipment choices on his way to surviving this 1000km gravel event dubbed 'The World's Toughest Race'.  Gregor reveals the backdrop of his motivation, raising awareness for The Bicycle Empowerment Network Namibia. 

The Munga

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This week we travel across the globe to Africa with Gregor von Medeazza. In Part 1, Gregor tells tales of Namibia's Desert Dash and South Africa's The Munga (self-described as 'The Toughest Race on Earth'. Gregor's story should inspire anyone looking for a gravel adventure.

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Namibia's Desert Dash

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This week we conclude the year with a discussion of the 2020 gravel bike boom and bust looking at some of the challenges faced by the industry (and endured by consumers). We also look at some of the trends in 2020 that will continue to affect what we will be riding in 2021 and beyond.

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Randall's Path Less Pedaled discussion on fact and myths of bike manufacturing

Kimo Seymour (Life Time) and LeLan Dains (UNBOUND GRAVEL) take a look back at 2020 and forward to the 2021 gravel event season including UNBOUND GRAVEL. We take a close look at the COVID protocols the team has put in place to ensure a safe event.

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Craig:

Gentlemen, welcome to the show.

Kimo:

Thanks for having us.

LeLan:

Yeah, thanks for having us, Craig.

This week Randall and Craig discuss 2020: the year that was and the year that wasn't. While the pandemic canceled most of the gravel cycling events on the calendar, it did open up opportunities for adventure and community.

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This week we learn the ins and outs of gravel bike tire sealant with John Vargus of Orange Seal. John gets into some tips and tricks every cyclist should know and discusses his support of the Orange Seal Off Road Racing Team featuring Payson McElveen and Hannah Finchamp.   

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Orange Seal - The ins and outs of tire sealant with John Vargus

00:00:01 - 00:05:06

And welcome to the...

This week we talk nutrition with professional athlete, coach, and nutritionist, Kristen Arnold. We break down how to approach a big event day starting a week out and Kristen shares a few clever tricks on how to limit nutrition mistakes on the bike.

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Announcing The Ridership, a new, free community resource for the gravel and adventure cyclist. After several months of soft launch, we are now inviting all listeners to join our experiment in community building. The goal is to build a global, searchable resource that will help cyclists of all experience levels explore the sport, discover new routes and make connections. 

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This week we sit down with Dave Pryor from the Pennsylvania gravel event, UnPAved to discuss how the 2020 events was executed in a COVID safe fashion. We get into the changes in format that may be here to stay and how other race organizers can learn from his experiences to execute future events. 

This week the tables are turned and your host, Craig Dalton gets interviewed by Randall Jacobs. Craig covers his personal story leading up to the beginnings of the podcast and his journey into gravel cycling.

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This week we check in with George Huxford from Apidura makers of cycling bags for every gravel cycling adventure. We learn the various types of bags from tip to tail of the bicycle and get some practical advice on packing and load distribution.

Episode Sponsor:  PNW Components (15% off with code 'thegravelride')

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Apidura: George Huxford - Bags for every cycling adventure

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Hello and welcome to The Gravel Ride podcast I'm y...

This week we tackle some of the basics around nutrition for gravel cycling setting the stage for deeper research and understanding. Craig checks in from his new residence in Topanga while Randall plans a return to the West Coast from Massachusetts.

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This week we sit down with Ray George one of the founders of the Ohio Gravel Grinders group. Using grassroots community-building tools, OGG has assembled an ever-growing resource for regional gravel athletes. These regional efforts are an incredibly useful tool and can be replicated by anyone to benefit their local communities.  

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This week we are tackling what to carry on your gravel bike rides. We discuss the must-haves and the why nots of carrying a little extra gear for those unexpected emergencies. We close with a discussion on living and riding in the moment.

Talking gravel tires this week with Jan Heine of Rene Herse Cycles. Drawing on decades of experience and very specific testing, Jan walk us through all the tire considerations from size to pressure to knob patterns. This episode is a must-listen for any gravel cyclist. 

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This week we tackle gravel bike maintenance 101 with the goal of equipping you with tips for daily, weekly and monthly habits that will keep your gravel bike rolling well in the dirt. We also discuss what to look for in a riding buddy and the value of camaraderie in gravel cycling.   

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This week we speak with PNW Components Co-Founder, Aaron Kerson. We dive into the growing influence of MTB technology and philosophy within the gravel market and the benefits.  Wider handlebars and dropper posts are making their way onto more and more gravel bikes.   What do you think?

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This week we tackle the $1200 and $2200 price point gravel bikes via the Cannondale Topstone Sora and Landyachtz AB1. We dive into what can and should be upgraded versus what is better left alone. We then jump into the idea of gravel cycling scratching a particular itch and what to do when that is not possible. 

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Cannondale Topstone Sora 

Landyachtz AB1

This week we speak to Jenny Tough; ultra-endurance bikepacking racer and adventurer. Jenny was the 1st woman to complete the 2020 Atlas Mountain Race and the inaugural Silk Road Mountain Race. We unpack some of her many adventures and strategies for thriving when the going gets tough. 

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Jenny Tough Website

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Jenny Tough: Bikepacking Racer and adventurer

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Hello everyone and welcome to the growl ride podcast I'm your...

This week we look at Ridley's new gravel rig as a jumping-off point to discuss the new Classified 2-Speed internal rear up and all that goes into the 1x vs. 2x debate.  We then take a look at the importance of cycling for mental health during these challenging times. 

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Classified 2-Speed Internal Hub