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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Mar 26, 2026 • 53min
Paceline Podcast 459
This week Lori and Patrick talk to pro gravel rider Whitney Allison of Bike Sports in Fort Collins, Colo. Following an impressive career as a pro on the road, Whitney and her husband, Josh, opened Bike Sports, an operation that puts on the FoCo—the Fort Collins gravel fondo, serves as a fit studio and coaching […]
Mar 19, 2026 • 37min
Paceline Podcast 458
Lori and Patrick take a look at the pros and cons of group rides and the reasons why or why not a rider might consider doing them, if they aren’t already. Hint: They are believers. Show links:Lake CX403
Mar 12, 2026 • 48min
Paceline Podcast 457
Lori and Patrick talk cycling vacations and what draws their eye, as well as how riding through a landscape engages you with it. They look at some of the touring opportunities that have captured their interest. Show links:Gravel UnravelCascade Bicycle Club Winthrop Gravel TourKoo Alibi Eyewear
Mar 5, 2026 • 58min
Paceline Podcast 456
For those immersed in the world of BMX and/or freestyle riding, Taj Mihelich is an icon. Former World Champion and founder of the brands Terrible One and Fairdale Bicycles, Mihelich is also an accomplished artist whose work has appeared in Outside Magazine, Bicycling and Pink Bike. Lori and Patrick discuss with him how cycling has […]
Feb 26, 2026 • 36min
Paceline Podcast 455
Stress does funny things to us. It can make us sleepy, irritable, drive us to drink or use other intoxicants. And the number it can play on our cardiovascular system, by hijacking our pulse and blood pressure can make an ordinary day seem impossible. Patrick and Lori explore ways they’ve used the bike to address […]
Feb 19, 2026 • 58min
Paceline Podcast 454
This week Lori and Patrick welcome guest David Wenger of Durata Training to the show. Wenger is a coach and bike fitter, not to mention a former national champion. His business, Durata, is based in Austin, Texas, where he works to fit clients, coach adult racers, and identify and develop up-and-coming talent.
Feb 12, 2026 • 1h 10min
Paceline Podcast 453
This week Lori and Patrick welcome former pro cyclist and multi-national champion Brad Huff. Brad was part of the early success of Jonathan Vaughters Slipstream team that led to Team Garmin, which helped to prove that cyclists can both be drug-free and win races. Brad’s path since retirement has been one of spiritual growth and helping […]
Feb 11, 2026 • 1h 4min
Paceline Tandem – Andy McGrath on Tadej Pogačar
Our guest today is Andy McGrath, author of the new Tadej Pogačar biography Unstoppable. He’s been editor of Rouleur magazine and chief reporter at Cycling Weekly. He’s won awards. And this is his third cycling book, following biographies of Tom Simpson and Frank Vandenbroucke. We spoke with him about that book when it came out, […]
Feb 5, 2026 • 42min
Paceline Podcast 452
Trust is a funny thing. You gotta give it to get it. Patrick and Lori discuss trust and where it intersects with their cycling lives, and how cycling has informed how they build trust with others. Show links:Gulo Wheels
Jan 29, 2026 • 49min
Paceline Podcast 451
Not all technical advancements are created interesting. Some technical advancements are more interesting than others. This week, Patrick and Lori take a look at the tech that still invigorates their riding, or not. Show links: Active Release Technique Shimano Deore XT Di2
