The Gravel Ride. A cycling podcast
Episodes
Jason Turner - Unicorn Cycles
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Unicorn Cycles founder, Jason Turner to talk about Asian made custom titanium gravel bikes. This episode is sponsored by Ha...
In the Dirt #28
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After getting a bike fit, Craig is now considering the possibility of a custom frame. Randall helps Craig walk through the various considerations and ...
Monica Garrison - Black Girls Do Bike
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode Randall speaks with Monica Garrison, Founder, Executive Director, and Chief Storyteller of Black Girls Do Bike. BGDB's mission ...
Dylan Johnson - professional gravel/mtb racer, coach and YouTube personality
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with North Carolina based professional gravel / mtb racer, Dylan Johnson about his 2022 goals, coaching and his popular YouTube ...
Craig Calfee Part 2: Gravel Industry Pioneer
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this part two of our conversation with bike industry pioneer Craig Calfee, he and Randall do a deep dive into the merits of suspension on gravel an...
Isabel King - gravel ambassador, racer and queen of color
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with the queen of color herself, Isabel King to learn about her road to gravel from smashing Los Angeles area QOM's. Isabel Ki...
Chris Schroeder - Gravel Racer and Gravel Team Manager
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Dimond Factory Racing's Chris Schroeder. We learn about Chris' transition from professional triathlon to that of a gravel r...
Craig Calfee - Bicycle Industry pioneer
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall sits down with bicycle industry pioneer, Craig Calfee. Craig has been an industry leader for decades with his work on the Calfee bra...
Craig Calfee - Bicycle Industry pioneer
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall sits down with bicycle industry pioneer, Craig Calfee. Craig has been an industry leader for decades with his work on the Calfee bra...
Craig Calfee - Bicycle Industry pioneer
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall sits down with bicycle industry pioneer, Craig Calfee. Craig has been an industry leader for decades with his work on the Calfee bra...
Craig Calfee - Bicycle Industry pioneer
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall sits down with bicycle industry pioneer, Craig Calfee. Craig has been an industry leader for decades with his work on the Calfee bra...
In the Dirt 27 - Goodbye 2021!
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Co-hosts, Randall and Craig put a bow tie on 2021 with a look back at a few of their favorite bikes and gravel riding experiences. Episode Sponsor: Co...
Moriah Wilson - 2021 Breakout gravel racing season
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down face to face with Moriah Wilson to learn her backstory and what set the stage for her breakout racing year in 2021. Episode spon...
Carly Fratianne - Muscian and Gravel Racer
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Carly Fratianne, musician and gravel racer. Carly turned a period of professional unrest due to Covid into a passion for gr...
Russ Roca - Path Less Pedaled
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall sits down with Russ Roca to explore the origins of Path Less Pedaled's thriving YouTube channel, the #partypace ethos, and the futur...
Bryce Wood - Alchemy Bicycles
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Bryce Wood from Colorado's Alchemy Bicycles to discuss the companies' titanium and carbon gravel bikes. Presenting Sponsor:...
EverAthlete - Dr. Matt Smith
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are joined by Dr. Matt Smith, Founder EverAthlete. Matt walks us through the importance of strength training for gravel cyclists. Present...
Phil Cavell - The Midlife Cyclist
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Phil Cavell, co-founder of Cycle Fit Studio in London and author of The Midlife Cyclist. The Midlife Cyclist take a compreh...
Brian McCulloch - How to prepare for your gravel game day
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Brian McCulloch to discuss how to mentally prepare for big days on the gravel bike. Brian is a coach at Big Wheel Coaching,...
Brian McCulloch - How to prepare for your gravel game day
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Brian McCulloch to discuss how to mentally prepare for big days on the gravel bike. Brian is a coach at Big Wheel Coaching,...
In the Dirt 26: Bars, Bags, Bikepacking and weights
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's In the Dirt, Randall and Craig take a look at gravel handlebar trends, new bags from Post Carry Co, Craig's new strength training with ...
Whitney Allison - BWR Cedar City 2021 Champion
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Whitney Allison, BWR Cedar City Champion and Co-Founder of the Foco Fondo in Fort Collins, CO. Foco Fondo Whitney Allison...
Whitney Allison - BWR Cedar City 2021 Champion
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Whitney Allison, BWR Cedar City Champion and Co-Founder of the Foco Fondo in Fort Collins, CO. Foco Fondo Whitney Allison...
Whitney Allison - BWR Cedar City 2021 Champion
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Whitney Allison, BWR Cedar City Champion and Co-Founder of the Foco Fondo in Fort Collins, CO. Foco Fondo Whitney Allison...
Whitney Allison - BWR Cedar City 2021 Champion
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Whitney Allison, BWR Cedar City Champion and Co-Founder of the Foco Fondo in Fort Collins, CO. Foco Fondo Whitney Allison...
In the Dirt: Question and Answer Part 2
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Part two of our first Q and A episode. Randall and Craig tackle questions submitted via The Ridership community. Support the Podcast Join The Ridershi...
Sea Otter Round Up Episode
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is a quick round up from the 2021 Sea Otter Classic featuring quick conversations with BMC, Specialized, Alchemy Bikes, Kogel, Sag...
In the Dirt 24: Part One - Questions and Answers
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we tackle our first Q & A episode from The Ridership Community. Randall and Craig tackle your questions in part 1 of 2 fun filled episodes. ...
Kav Helmets - Custom 3D printed helmets with Whitman Kwok
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Kav Helmet CEO and Founder, Whitman Kwok to discuss the companies' innovative 3D printing technology that can produce a cus...
Trek Travel - Girona Gravel Tour with Ewan Shepherd
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Ewan Shepherd from Trek Travel to discuss their upcoming Girona Gravel Tour trips. We learn about the city, the cycling com...
BikeFit 101 with Coach Patrick Carey
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast we tackle Gravel Bike Fit 101. Randall interviews Coach and Fitter Patrick Carey about the fundamentals of fit with key takea...
Spooky cycles - the return of aluminum gravel bikes with the ROVR
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Adam Eggeberecht from Spooky Cycles to talk about the resurrection of the brand and how modern day aluminum is crafted for ...
The Gravel Lot - Repost of Craig Dalton interview
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are republishing an interview from The Gravel Lot podcast where your host, Craig Dalton gets to share a bit of his journey into podcastin...
The Gravel Lot - Repost of Craig Dalton interview
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are republishing an interview from The Gravel Lot podcast where your host, Craig Dalton gets to share a bit of his journey into podcastin...
The Gravel Lot - Repost of Craig Dalton interview
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are republishing an interview from The Gravel Lot podcast where your host, Craig Dalton gets to share a bit of his journey into podcastin...
The Gravel Lot - Repost of Craig Dalton interview
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are republishing an interview from The Gravel Lot podcast where your host, Craig Dalton gets to share a bit of his journey into podcastin...
In the Dirt 23: First time gravelers, Rooted Vermont, gravel suspension and more
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall and Craig catch up on all things gravel. We discuss introducing friends to gravel riding and events, suspension on gravel bikes and ...
Sage Titanium - Dave Rosen Founder / CEO
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Dave Rosen, founder and CEO of Sage Titanium. After connecting at the ENVE Custom Builder Round Up, we sat down to talk abo...
Chris Mandell - SRAM / Zipp / RockShox and the new XPLR gravel line up
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Exclusive interview with SRAM's Chris Mandell discussing the new XPLR line of product for gravel. We dig into the SRAM XPLR components, the RockShox...
Scarab Cycles - Nicolas Serrano
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Nicolas Serrano from Colombia's Scarab Cycles. This episode was recorded at the 2021 Enve builder round up. We learn about ...
Lily Williams - Olympian USA Cycling / Rally Cycling
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Olympian Lily Williams who will represent the United States on the Women's Pursuit team. While track cycling is not our typ...
Tony Pereira - Breadwinner Cycles from the ENVE Builder Round Up
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Tony Pereira of Breadwinner Cycles to learn more about this Portland, OR based custom builder. Tony was part of the 2021 EN...
Tony Pereira - Breadwinner Cycles from the ENVE Builder Round Up
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Tony Pereira of Breadwinner Cycles to learn more about this Portland, OR based custom builder. Tony was part of the 2021 EN...
In the Dirt 22: Flip chips, fit and in-house manufacturing
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the Dirt 22 with Craig Dalton and Randall R. Jacobs. This week we drill further into the discussion around bike geometry, flip chips and fit in our...
In the Dirt 22: Flip chips, fit and in-house manufacturing
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the Dirt 22 with Craig Dalton and Randall R. Jacobs. This week we drill further into the discussion around bike geometry, flip chips and fit in our...
Rapha - Jon Freeman and the Explore Powerweave gravel cycling shoe
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Jon Freeman, Rapha's Head of Hardgoods to discuss the Explore Powerweave gravel cycling shoe. We look at what it takes from...
ENVE Builder Round Up - builder interview mash up
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Interviews on-site at the 2021 ENVE Builder Round Up and Grodeo. We grab interviews with custom builders: Falconer, Holland, Inglis, Mosaic, No.22, Pi...
Ian Boswell - UNBOUND Gravel 200, Migration Gravel Race Kenya
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with UNBOUND 200 winner Ian Boswell. We get to unpack his big win, but also dig into a new partnership between Wahoo and The Mig...
Kali Protectives - Brad Waldron, founder
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Brad Waldron, founder of Kali Protectives to take a deep dive into helmet tech and the new Grit gravel helmet. Kali Protect...
Ribble Cycles - Jamie Burrow, Head of Product
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 G...
Andrew Onermaa: Ozark Gravel Cyclist community
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Andrew Onermaa, founder of Ozark Gravel Cyclist. Andrew is a passionate gravel cyclist and bikepacker who has channeled ene...
World Bicycle Relief - Director of Philanthropy Kemi King
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Kemi King, Director of Philanthropy for World Bicycle Relief. World Bicycle Relief is an international, non-profit organiza...
Colin Dalton: Father of the host. :).
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 yea...
In the Dirt 21: Gravel Guides and moving across country
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we wish Randall well on his cross country journey, highlight the Gravel Adventure Field Guide from Trinidad, CO and discuss casual cycling s...
Southeast Gravel Series - Founders Ben Renkema and Boyd Johnson
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
In the Dirt 20: Cervelo Aspero and how to add suspension gravel bikes
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 int...
Ben Shillington: Guided Bikepacking with TDA Global Cycling
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk with adventurer, instructor and guide, Ben Shillington about an upcoming 12 day guided bikepacking trip offered by TDA Global Cyclin...
In the Dirt 19: Tire Volume, Vaccinations and Road Trips
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 v...
ENVE Custom Road: Neil Shirley
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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. :). ENVE ...
In the Dirt 18: Things are starting to move
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 o...
Gavin Coombs - Dead Man Gravel
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
In the Dirt 17: Essential gear for early morning rides
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall and Craig discuss the essential gear for early morning and evening rides. Go to gear for every gravel cyclist. Support the podcast J...
DT SWISS - Taylor Bushong talks gravel wheels
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 tea...
Ted Huang - Mental Performance Expert. Why do we ride?
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's podcast, we kick off a series of conversations about the meanings and motivations that underlie why we ride. Our first guest is two-tim...
Matt Kadey: Bikepacker, route designer and adventurer
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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, C...
In the Dirt 16: Origins and Ego
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Patrick Carey - 5 skills every gravel cyclist needs to master
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 fr...
Zachary Lambert - Blackheart Bike Co.
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 an...
In the Dirt 15: Full Frame bags, Farr Twin-T and flat bar gravel bikes
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 di...
Gregor von Medeazza - The Munga, South Africa's 'Toughest Race in the World'
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of my discussion with Gregor von Medeazza and his experiences at The Munga in South Africa. Gregor showcases his determination and equipment ...
Gregor von Medeazza - South Africa's The Munga and Namibia's Desert Dash
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
In the Dirt 14: The Boom and Bust of 2020 in gravel cycling
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 en...
UNBOUND GRAVEL 2021 with Kimo Seymour and LeLan Dains
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 GRAVE...
UNBOUND GRAVEL 2021 with Kimo Seymour and LeLan Dains
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 GRAVE...
UNBOUND GRAVEL 2021 with Kimo Seymour and LeLan Dains
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 GRAVE...
In the Dirt 13: 2020 - The year of gravel that was and wasn't
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Orange Seal - The ins and outs of tire sealant with John Vargus
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 sho...
Nutrition for gravel cycling with Kristen Arnold
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk nutrition with professional athlete, coach, and nutritionist, Kristen Arnold. We break down how to approach a big event day starting...
In The Dirt 12: Announcing The Ridership, a free community and resource for the gravel cyclist
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Announcing The Ridership, a new, free community resource for the gravel and adventure cyclist. After several months of soft launch, we are now invitin...
UnPAved - Dave Pryor and COVID safe racing
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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....
UnPAved -- Dave Pryor and COVID safe racing
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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....
In the Dirt 11: An interview with your host Craig Dalton
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 begi...
In the Dirt 11: An interview with your host Craig Dalton
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 begi...
Apidura: George Huxford - Bags for every cycling adventure
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 f...
In the Dirt 10: Nutrition for Gravel Cyclists
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we tackle some of the basics around nutrition for gravel cycling setting the stage for deeper research and understanding. Craig checks in fr...
Ohio Gravel Grinders: Ray George. Using community tools to build gravel resources
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 assemb...
In the Dirt 9: Every Day Carry on your gravel bike
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 thos...
Rene Herse Cycles - Jan Heine takes us on a gravel tire deep dive
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 al...
In The Dirt 8: Gravel Bike Maintenance 101
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 grav...
Aaron Kerson: PNW Components and the MTB influence in gravel
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
In the Dirt 7: The $1200 and $2200 Gravel Bikes
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Jenny Tough: Bikepacking Racer and adventurer
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
In the Dirt 6: Aero Gravel, Internal Hubs and Cycling for mental health
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Yoga For Gravel Cyclists with Gabriel Benjamin
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we speak with cyclist and yoga instructor, Gabriel Benjamin about integrating yoga to maximize gravel cycling performance and well being. ...
In the Dirt Episode 5: Flip Chip Forks and 1x drivetrains
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall and Craig take a look at the Enve Builder Round-Up and the new Enve Adventure fork featuring a geometry changing flip-chip. We later...
Dr. Allen Lim - Founder of Skratch Labs talks gravel nutrition
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we speak with Dr. Allen Lim, founder of Skratch Labs about fueling up for big gravel rides. Allen's experience preparing athletes for big ev...
In the Dirt 4: DIY Gravel and Tire size via Rene Herse
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we drill into the value of the DIY gravel movement in the time of Covid and how excited Craig is about his SF routes for SBT VRTL. Randall d...
Caroline Dezendorf - Easton Overland Gravel Team
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we speak with Caroline Dezendorf of the Easton Overland Gravel Team and the Marin County Bike Coalition. We learn of Caroline's start in the...
In the Dirt Episode 3: RideFarr GMX Gravel Monster and 3T Exploro Race Max
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week Randall and Craig discuss new bikes from Ride Farr and 3T. Two dramatically different bikes on differing ends of the gravel bike spectrum. W...
Ruckus Composites -- What to do when you damage a carbon frame. Ask the experts.
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what happens if you dent, ding or crack your fancy carbon frame? I did, so I asked the experts at Ruckus Composites. Shawn and Dan walked ...