A quick update for you to let you know that we aren't dead, that we will be making a new show next week (!) and that you are awesome for making the Strava Club such a great resource for the every day rider and being a part of it! As I mentioned, we will be making a brand new show for you guys next week! Also, expect to hear more about decals the 1st or 2nd week of November! Is there anything else that you would like to see with the RBR logo? Go ahead and let us know! How are you doing on your go...
Oct 22, 2017•7 min•Ep. 32
Bonus show, kinda, for you guys this week. In our attempt to back on track, someone had to double up, and I picked RBR, so you have that going for you, which is nice. In this week's episode, I tease Brian for needing a larger saddle (and possibly a trike) after that 200 mile ride he did last month, then we both get up on the RBR soap box for a bit of ranting about professional cycling and safety. We did base these on a few stories, here are the links. Sammy Sanchez Doping Get Cops to pay attenti...
Aug 19, 2017•38 min•Ep. 31
We are back, finally with a new episode for you guys, talking about bicycle stuff and beer, like we like to do. An update about the Strava club (you guys are killing it!) and a couple of news stories to peak your interest. Ship your bike for cheap! A massive bike parking lot Finishing up, like you do, with some beer talk. Yep. Thanks for the feedback on the new logo! I have a few more tweaks to make to it, then we'll be having some stickers made from MotoringStripes.com . I'm still working on ot...
Aug 12, 2017•36 min•Ep. 30
The Double Century WOW! What a week here at Ride Bikes Radio! Let's start off with some updates from the Strava club where 68 of you clocked over 2400 miles this week! Nicely done! Also, be sure to check out the conversations happening over there, inluding the latest one about chain maintenance. Brian lays down some good rules to follow for us about this too and I have a few tips (links below) for kit and snacks. But, the big reason we are talking today is because Brian rode a double century! Th...
Jul 17, 2017•39 min•Ep. 29
New show, post 4th of July here in the states and we get right to it with tips on getting your poutine fix in the US. Then, Brian catches us up on his bike drama of late and his ongoing preparations for the upcoming Seattle to Portland ride. A quick update to the Strava Club , where you guys and gals are throwing down huge miles. HUGE!!! Keep it going gang! Brian gives us a quick update on the Tour and I ask about riding in a group and share a story from last weekend. A short show this week, but...
Jul 06, 2017•30 min•Ep. 28
We are back, finally, with a new show for you fine ladies and gentlemen. It's been pretty hectic over here, hence the delay. Starting off with a look at the Strava club, which is a very strong group! To make the top 10, you need to be riding over 115 miles per week! HOLY CATS!!! Plus, Brian tells us about his upcoming crazy rides. He is going to ride the STP in 1 day (!!!) and the RSVP . If you are planning on riding either of these, be sure to let us know, Brian will need someone to share the c...
Jun 15, 2017•55 min•Ep. 27
Let's talk about riding bikes gang! But first, the weather where Seattle just finished seeing 3 whole days of sun shine. 3 DAYS GUYS!!! Moving on to Arizona storm watch and sadness for those of you that are flooded or snowed in. This week, we ride for you! Besides that, we talk about the news stories listed below, Brian's latest podium finish and his new hate for Chevy S-10 pickups. Texas using radar against close drivers Dude finishes Iron Man on a Fat Bike! SF cyclists make a human bike lane C...
May 12, 2017•43 min•Ep. 26
We just dropped a Strava Beacon on your COTA Texas Apple Watch thanks to my Wahooagan Runkeeper app for that. King of the Southwest, aka Don 'don't call me' Burnside, and I, the man with the same inverted initials, busted out edition 25 of the Zen-like Ride Bikes Radio. We get hot and heavy about Strava's lack of Beaconess on the Series 2 Apple Watch, Bike Flights and how they made my life easy for my trip to Austin. I had a chance to make some circles with our man George Hsu and of course we br...
Apr 29, 2017•49 min•Ep. 25
Big show for you guys this week! Joined again by George from Texas, we talk about a few news stories and cool bike stuff, George talks about riding his bike on COTA and we even talk a bit about beer! Pon makes an offer to buy Accell Montana hates bicyclists A cool suspension to help with riding on Cobbles A very cool Bike Camping Tent And, as promised, George shared his experience of riding at Circuit of the America's in video form! You can see that here . And a quick programming note, we do go ...
Apr 14, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 24
Our first interview! Our man George joins us for a bit to talk about his bikes, how he got into riding bikes and getting to ride on Circuit of the America's. Full notes to follow later, just getting it into the feed!
Apr 05, 2017•42 min•Ep. 23
Ride Bikes Radio #22: Guaranteed or Your Money Back Apologies for the lack of a show last week, but I am pretty sure we have totally made up for that this week! Some talk about the Strava Club , some news items and Brian talks me out of buying a bike from Bikes Direct. How windy is too windy A very cool bamboo e-bike The North American Handmade Bicycle Show All beer drinkers need this ! Add in some beer, an update to Brians racing and talk about how disc brakes work and you have this week's show...
Mar 15, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 22
Big show this week gang! Brian updates us on his racing and lets us know how to get started racing. I attended a huge beer event and have realized it's time to upgrade one of my bikes, plus a few stories. Wear Your Helmet Gluten free blah blah blah Awesome bike lane in Texas! Drivetribe bicycle story - H/T to George for the link Thanks again to Richard W for this weeks album art! Remember, that can be your bike featured here, just '@' reply us on Twitter or Instagram, or Upload it to our faceboo...
Feb 17, 2017•47 min•Ep. 21
FINALLY into the real podcast episode numbers and we have a big show for you this week! We get an update on my diabetes, Brian is going to start racing again (!) and some crazy bikes! James May also rides bikes! The Rungu - A very bad ass 3 wheeled bike A Trek TTX FAT bike Bicycling common sense The Zwiftcast Plus a few more listener shout-outs. If you have left a review for us on iTunes recently, THANK YOU! And to those of you that aren't able to, no worries. It is the thought that counts. We r...
Feb 03, 2017•52 min•Ep. 20
Ride Bikes Radio 19: The Nineteens Listener shout-outs, schedule updates and other things about bicycles like we like to do! Add in some Strava shaming (we are just as guilty!) and a few other updates before talking about some stories. Ride bikes for a good cause with Tour de Cure . Listener Kevin has started a team that you can donate to. If you have one, let us know! How about a sand crit? Check out Fat Cross 2017 happening in NC. Buy a Blu Dot and they donate a bike Even riding on the weekend...
Jan 23, 2017•38 min•Ep. 19
Ride Bikes Radio 18: Look Better Naked Hello 2017! Brian and I are back with some news, some shout-outs and some tips for the resolutioners that are maybe thinking about picking up cycling as their new get fit routine. Let's get to the links! Blood Glucose Meter for iOS London Lorry Drivers Made to ride bikes Cool Bike Collection, and it's for sale! - You can check it out on eBay . Clean your water bottles! Careful if you are riding carbon fiber bikes . If you are looking to get into riding bike...
Jan 14, 2017•38 min•Ep. 18
The Brown Santa Last show for 2016 here gang and we do go long making sure that it counts! A few pretty cool news stories, Brian laments about riding the trainer and we spend some quality time talking about recent beers. Strava 2016 highlights Guerilla Bike Lanes become permanent UPS Electric Delivery Bike Surly's Big Fat Dummy Antarctic Crazy 4 wheel fat bike Thanks for hanging out with us so far gang! It's been great fun and we appreciate everyone of you that has stopped by to comment, review ...
Dec 17, 2016•52 min•Ep. 17
Ride Bikes Radio 16: I don't care what the intro says Contrary to what the intro says, this is episode 16. It's been so long since we last did a show, we forgot the show number! We have a good mix of news, personal stuff and some holiday gift ideas. Note the affliates, we do go a little long this week. Cool Glow in the dark paths Awesome bike lane separator Fun cycling T-shirts Safety first: a great light guide Plus, an update from our most recent doctor visits. Let's just say that both Brian an...
Nov 22, 2016•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 16
Ride Bikes Radio #15: I Don't Like to Stop Shout outs and Facebook get us started, plus Brian embarrasses me about my standing last week in the Strava Club . Just out riding bikes, like we do. Stories this week: Robin Williams had an epic bicycle collection. Check out the bikes here The Skunk Lock A cool new light My current rear light & my front light , the rear stopped working but they are both amazing. Plus Brian got to spend some time with his pals at Specialized in Northern California a...
Oct 25, 2016•28 min•Ep. 15
The Listener Show You guys are pretty awesome! How awesome? Listen in to find out. Cool Strava stuff, rad shares and amazing feedback that you guys are sending in. It's very awesome! Speaking of listener stuff, this week's show image brought to you by Mark Lee with his old school El Camino (i.e. cargo bike). Like a mix between a radio flyer and a tricycle. So rad! Serious anger management issues The Bieber Helmet! Recalls Plus an update on the Strava Club. Click over to the site and check out th...
Oct 11, 2016•45 min•Ep. 14
Finally back after the HQ relocation to record a new Ride Bikes Radio episode for you guys! You can tell we have been missing in action for a while since we do go a bit longer than normal and cover a bit more news than normal, but it's all great stuff! The Dutch Reach Ride from DIA to Glenwood Springs Renegade Bike Lanes Is it a TV or a bicycle? Portable Cargo bike and the kick ass Cargo Bike Uncover Cops doing great work in the UK Clay Kind Steps Down as ride leader after 40 years Riding Cliple...
Oct 03, 2016•58 min•Ep. 13
Lots of links for you guys this week. Let's just right into those! Camper you pull with your bicycle Are you too old to Mountain Bike? Ride the Vegas Strip at Interbike Record breaking on the Salt - Project Speed on Facebook Riding for Science - My experience with Diabetes so far. Ride Bikes Radio Strava Club! I'm Done via the Surly blog You Got Passed by a bike Be a Strava Artist We also talk pre, post and during ride nutrition. Would be interesting to see what you guys do! Download | Subscribe...
Sep 13, 2016•52 min•Ep. 12
Lots of video for you guys this week. You really should follow along on the Facebook page . If you did, you would have seen the back-to-school deal that RoadID was having (I got mine!). You also would have seen all of the videos that we talked about. The dirt pump track , oddly sublime. And don't worry, we will be checking out BMX racing from the 2016 Olympics ! Full Superman on a fixie! Be sure to watch to the end to watch him get back on the pedals. Pro. Level. Tandem Mountain Biking , which i...
Aug 31, 2016•47 min•Ep. 11
Finally getting back to it! We would like to present to you episode number 10 of RideBikesRadio! In this episode, we have some news, we have some funny and we have some ride updates. SweetWater Smokey and the Brett ASI Buys Performance Bicycle If you missed it on on Facebook , here is the How to Be a Road Biker video One of the best bike lock fails yet. I swear I'm going to start an entire gallery of those funny lock photos on facebook. Just wait! Also, keep on tagging us with those photos! You ...
Aug 24, 2016•27 min•Ep. 10
This week, Brian and I spend some time talking about clothing, specifically shorts. Brian gives us the scoop on bibs vs shorts vs mountain bike shorts. We also cover starting out cycling, setting goals and all that to help out those of you that might be new to bicycling. For news, you guys that ride in the dirt need to watch out for this crazyness. Be careful when you crash with your iPhone and don't be this guy when you lock up your bike! And we check out the latest feature of Strava called Bea...
Aug 09, 2016•47 min•Ep. 9
We are back. I've holiday'd, Brian has holiday'd and we are excited to get back to making shows about bicycles for you guys! This week have some really cool news stuff for you that we think you might like. The coolest Pump Track via at pinkbikes.com Electric Scooter Concept via Scooterfile.com Cool Kit, Playboy approved via Playboy.com (safe for work) From the dept. of silly, 10 reasons you need a new bike (n+1) via bikeradar.com 3000 mile bike path via citylab.com Smithsonian is hiring a beer h...
Jul 30, 2016•40 min•Ep. 8
How to protect your man parts , a very cool app for the Garmin , and the most ridiculous bike light you have ever seen and beer. Lots of beer!
Jul 21, 2016•39 min•Ep. 7
We have a really fun show for you this week. We talk about cards in spokes, I let Brian talk about the Tour for 1 minute and we talk about the El Camino of Bikes; the Kona Ute. Also, check out this week's show art. One of my friends in Phoenix is making this for my door! Besides that, we take a trip down memory lane in the shape of last week's Facebook posts: The average cyclist gets 84 MPG The Bicycle Kite Richard's Kona Ute And from the Dept. of Ridiculous, there is the shotgun bike alarm . Cl...
Jul 12, 2016•49 min•Ep. 6
Ride Bikes Radio #05: The Dorky Helmet Brian starts off by complaining about the heat in Washington and talking about the new paint job on his road bike. Then I promise photos of the Schwinn Collegiate that is my current project bike. A few news items caught out eye this week. There is this helmet with lights and sensors, Audi's electrick mountain bike and a couple of our favorite breweries supporting CancerBlows . And, we are putting our support behind Carmen Smalls , who is battling to get on ...
Jul 05, 2016•42 min•Ep. 5
In this weeks episode, Brian reminds you why it's important to keep your bike clean and schools us on some bicycling terms . Honestly, we could make an entire show on that, there is some really funny stuff there! And, if you are wondering how your state stacks up against the others for bicycling road laws, check it out! . Nice to see so many states with laws on the books. Disappointed in the states that do not (:cough cough:Texas:cough cough:). Shout-outs to our newest listeners in France, Germa...
Jun 28, 2016•42 min•Ep. 4
This week, we follow up on tradegy in Kalamazoo, if you have a few minutes, it's a great story, really worth the read. As the title says, this is the n00b show. Sure, we know you guys already know this stuff, but on the off chance you don't, we offer up tips on getting started with longer rides and how to avoid the dreaded 'bonking'. Plus, Brian gives us tips on a pre-flight check list for your bike and the kinds of things that you should carry with you in your seat bag. I don't have one at this...
Jun 21, 2016•49 min•Ep. 3
