Pedal The Springs

26: Club Spotlight: Live Audience with the Colorado Springs Cycling Club

March 11, 2024 12:47 - 1 hour - 42 MB

Meet the Colorado Springs Cycling Club, the longest running cycling club in the Springs. Torie sits down with the club’s board for our first podcast recorded in front of a live audience. Hear about the variety of club rides and offerings, advocacy efforts and events supported and what’s new for 2024, in addition to diving into the 37-year history of the club with some of the club’s past presidents and its most active members. It was a packed house with more than 40 people in attendance. If y...

25: Local Rider Spotlight - Erik Newsholme Race Across America Winner

February 16, 2024 16:05 - 59 minutes - 41.5 MB

Lean in and get ready to be truly inspired! Meet local ultra cyclist Erik Newsholme who won the Race Across America in 2021. He’s one of only 10 Americans to ever win, and the first since 2003! He and his crew member and friend James Wieker share their adventures from the road. and what it takes to ride 288 hours in 12 days across the country! 68 gallons of water and 120,000 calories worth of food are just the tip of the iceberg (or scorching hot desert heat in this case)! Host: Torie Giff...

24: Local Bike Shop Spotlight: Old Town Bike Shop

February 07, 2024 12:31 - 58 minutes - 40.9 MB

Over the past 48 years, Old Town Bike Shop, located at 426 Tejon Street, has served the Colorado Springs community not just through bike sales and service but as a business leader when it comes to environmental stewardship and giving back to community. Meet owner John Crandall and mechanic Joe Vuchetich, and find out more about this cute, historic downtown shop, its owner and why you should go. Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner Guest: John Crandall, owner Old Town...

23: Coach Spotlight - Matheny Endurance

January 09, 2024 03:04 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

If you’re looking to take your cycling to the next level in 2024 – whether you’re an amateur or pro, training for fitness or to reach a performance goal – getting a personal coach can help get you there. Daniel Matheny has been coaching athletes of all ages and abilities in a variety of sports (primarily cycling) for over two decades, from Juniors at USA Cycling to pros at CTS. Now through his Matheny Endurance, he offers athletes a range of services – from mapping out personalized custom ...

22: Local Bike Shop Spotlight – Ted’s Bicycles

December 17, 2023 15:03 - 48 minutes - 34.1 MB

It’s the oldest independently-owned bike shop in Colorado Springs, with a history of not just providing great service, sales and rider support for over 52 years, but of contributing to the community with impacts that reach far beyond the cycling world, to make this city a better place to live for everyone. In this edition of Pedal the Springs, meet Tony, the owner of Ted’s Bicycles, and find out more about the shop’s history and the many activities and events he has initiated and supported...

21: Ride with Our Tribe

November 26, 2023 20:30 - 50 minutes - 35.4 MB

One of the best ways to see and explore a city is by bike and there’s no better way to connect with the cycling community and get to know the local trails than by riding with a local club. At the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, we are home to the Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe and whether you’re a tourist, new to town or a longtime local, all are welcome to join our weekly, year-round rides. Find out more about one of the coolest bike clubs in the city in this edition of Pedal the Springs podcast. M...

20: Cycling with the Santas

November 22, 2023 14:08 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

There’s no better way to kick off the holiday season than with a big community bike ride full of cycling Santas! Whether you live in town or are looking for a great time to visit the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, check out this episode of Pedal the Springs podcast to find out more about our Annual Cycling Santa & Chasing Santa 5k, coming up December 2, 2023 – and register at ChasingSanta.com. Listen to get a registration discount code. It’s been an annual holiday tradition since the Buffal...

19: Where Your Grit Meets the Gravel: Race the Rampart Rager

August 20, 2023 23:16 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

Ride alongside and experience an epic Colorado gravel challenge like a pro and then party like a local with local riders and race organizers afterward! If you’re looking for an end-of-season challenge to find your ‘edge’ no matter what your ability… the Buffalo Lodge Rampart Rager powered by Criterium will take you there. With a $2,500 prize purse on the line with equal amounts awarded to women and men, along with prizes for first time racers, there’s plenty of incentive to register to ride ...

18: Join the Starlight Spectacular Nighttime Ride in the Garden

July 23, 2023 14:18 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

The longest running ride in Colorado Springs, now in its 27th year, the Starlight Spectacular continues to delight and amaze. From the crazy costumes, to all of the colorfully lighted bicycles, to the sheer joy of being able to bike the Garden of the Gods at night by moonlight, there are so many reasons this ride draws up to 1,5000 riders a year. In this episode Torie talks with local legends and cycling advocates about what’s new for this year and some fun stories from the past. Hos...

17 Join the Bike to Work Day Breakfast & Celebration

June 07, 2023 21:13 - 31 minutes - 22.4 MB

What’s not to love with a day that starts out with biking and free breakfast?? Ditch the car and commute by bike on June 28th to get the benefits of this annual Colorado Springs event. It all started with a grant to improve air quality and brought us all a little closer together as a biking community. For over three decades Colorado Springs has been taking part in Bike to Work Day Breakfast. Hear from local organizers and participants in the Annual Bike to Work Day Breakfast for all of...

16 The Next Gen! Junior Cycling in the Springs

June 01, 2023 13:42 - 57 minutes - 40 MB

If you're a fan of mountain biking, chances are you might have kids who have an interest as well. Joining a team is one of the best ways to meet and learn from others, get great coaching, build camaraderie, and have an opportunity to compete. But the benefits of joining a team go beyond that according to the teens and parents we talked to, it will not only give you a boost on the trails but can set you up for success in life. It was a fun day at Studio809 as we got to chatting with Mason...

15 Twisted Spoke CBD for Cyclists

January 02, 2023 12:20 - 50 minutes - 35.1 MB

One Colorado Springs company combines their love of cycling with great CBD products for cyclists. While many people come to Colorado for the cycling, it’s no secret that many people also come to Colorado for the cannabis. In this episode of Pedal the Springs meet one of the owners of homegrown Twisted Spoke CBD. They make products for top tier athletes to amateurs from chamois cream to recovery cream and everything in between. While the products are great for cyclists, they’re by cyclists ...

14 Getting Gnarly in the Springs

November 29, 2022 11:56 - 52 minutes - 36.7 MB

If you live in the Springs or are visiting and you want to get Gnarly on our Mtb Trails, you need to plug into Gnarly B’s and Paper Street Shuttle. The Springs’ newest bike shop offers more than sales and service. From their awesome YouTube channel Trail Breakdowns to guided trail rides around the Springs and shuttles to the top trails around the state, we can now add bag jumping and classes at their newest facility -The Station. Whether you are new to mtb or advanced, they’ll help you level...

13 Cycle to the Summit of America’s Mountain

June 09, 2022 21:17 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

Colorado Springs is home to one of the top “Bucket List” bicycle climbs in the world. One time a year the road is closed to cars to Pikes Peak “America’s Mountain” to allow for cyclists to race to its summit. Whether you’re a world class athlete, a weekend warrior or an ebiker who has ever dreamed of taking it on, this episode has all of the details about this year’s Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit. In its 13th year, the Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit formerly the Pikes Peak Cycling Hillclim...

12 719 Ride - A Homegrown Cycling Challenge of Epic Proportions

May 24, 2022 23:14 - 45 minutes - 31.9 MB

They call it “The Course that Cannot Be Defeated,” an “Elevation Celebration” and a “Festival of Never-ending Ascending.” Learn all about it in this episode. If you’re looking for a true Colorado challenge to test yourself against the climbs and altitude of Colorado look no further. The 719 Ride, in its 7th year of operation, has something for everyone. You can ride all or part of the route, fat, skinny, mtb, ebike or even a penny farthing. It’s also a great event for spectators like our o...

11 SRAM and the Power of Bicycles

April 26, 2022 01:04 - 51 minutes - 36.1 MB

SRAM and RockShox. Chances are you know these names because you’ve seen them on your bike. But SRAM, the parent company for brands like RockShox, Truvativ, Zipp, Quarq, Time and Hammerhead, is much more than a company that builds bike parts; they’re community builders. Find out more about their efforts to build up the cycling community in Colorado Springs and around the world through their SRAM Field Guide program, in this conversation. Global bike part manufacturing company SRAM began in ...

10 Winter Biking Tips

December 18, 2021 12:19 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

When the snow hits and the temperatures dip, winter doesn’t have to mean the end to your biking season. We have tips to help keep you in the saddle all winter long. Whether you live in the Springs, are planning to visit or wherever you live, it’s all about having the right planning, preparation and gear. We talk with a local cycling enthusiast and a local outdoor outfitter to find out the best gear, food options and other considerations along with some great winter rides to check out. Hos...

9 That eBike Smile!

December 01, 2021 00:44 - 55 minutes - 38.8 MB

Get the lowdown on electric bike offerings in the Springs from our local ebike share program to a full service ebike delivery and outfitting service. Find out about the variety of local trails and destinations to explore whether you plan to shop or head out on a 25-mile mountain adventure. Whether you’re visiting the Springs or a native who’s never tried ebiking, find out about that eBike Smile everyone gets when they give it a try. eBike discount code: PEDALSPRINGS For PikeRide, download...

8 School for Bike Mechanics

November 24, 2021 11:40 - 25 minutes - 18.3 MB

If you're looking to break into or hone your craft as a bicycle mechanic, we’re talking with those in the know about what it’s like to go to the U of Q school for bike mechanics right here in Colorado Springs. Meet the director, an instructor and a recent grad and get all three’s perspectives on what makes the school top notch and how you can attend. Host: Torie Giffin: owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Jeff Donaldson: Director of U of Q Institute formerly Barnett ...

7 High Altitude Advantage

August 02, 2021 16:14 - 50 minutes - 35.1 MB

From a high-altitude advantage to the variety of terrain and world class training facilities offered, there are many reasons athletes come from all over the world to train in Colorado Springs. After all, we’re Olympic City USA, home to the US Olympic and Paralympic Training Center and a city where champions are made. Two such champions are Jamol Eastman and Edwin Sutherland from Barbados and fresh off of wins in the Pan American Games after training in the Springs. Podcast host Torie Giffi...

6 Creating Community with Bikes & Beer: Trails End Taproom & Routes Outfitter

May 28, 2021 14:29 - 57 minutes - 40.2 MB

If you’re living in or visiting Colorado Springs you don’t want to miss one of the most popular hangouts for trail lovers, the Trails End Taproom. The self-pour taproom boasts one of the best outdoor fitness social clubs and gatherings around – Trails End Trailblazers. Weekly, dozens of runners, hikers and mountain bikers head out from the Trails End to nearby Red Rock Canyon Open Space for a guided adventure. In this episode Torie gets all the details on the weekly Trailblazers event, the...

Urban Trails Episode

March 04, 2021 18:09 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MB

Join host Torie Giffin, bike ambassador for Colorado Springs and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, and friends as they discuss the urban trails connecting our city! From the Legacy Loop to Shooks Run, follow along as we detail the delightful Urban Trail Systems of Colorado Springs! Host: Torie Giffin, Owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Allen Beauchamp: Community Engagement Coordinator of the Trails & Open Space Coalition Emily Duncan: Trails Development Coor...

5 Urban Trails

March 04, 2021 18:09 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MB

Join host Torie Giffin, bike ambassador for Colorado Springs and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, and friends as they discuss the urban trails connecting our city! From the Legacy Loop to Shooks Run, follow along as we detail the delightful Urban Trail Systems of Colorado Springs! Host: Torie Giffin, Owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Allen Beauchamp: Community Engagement Coordinator of the Trails & Open Space Coalition Emily Duncan: Trails Development Coor...

4 Special Feature: The Pikes Peak APEX

February 21, 2020 21:52 - 52 minutes - 36.7 MB

It’s the biggest mountain biking event to come to the Front Range of Colorado, a four-stage challenge race offering a bucket list opportunity for amateurs and the top cyclists in the world to race alongside the majestic mountains of the Pikes Peak Region. The prize purse is set at $50,000 to be equally split among men and women. It's the 2nd biggest prize purse in North America. In this special edition of Pedal the Springs - we’re talking with the people in the know from The Pikes Peak AP...

3 Mountain Biking Mecca

February 10, 2020 19:08 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Get dialed into the mountain biking scene in Colorado Springs! Local mountain bikers and trail builders talk in detail about where to ride, the variety of terrain and trails for all types and levels of mountain bikers and what’s on the horizon that will solidify the Springs as a world class destination for mountain biking. Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort , road cyclist, some mtb (Fun game to consider when listening to this podcast is to drink water or your f...

2 Local Bike Biz Meet: Nic Ponsor & Daniel Byrd

January 20, 2020 18:43 - 48 minutes - 33.9 MB

This episode focuses on a couple of fascinating local biking business to know about in the Springs. Nic Ponsor, owner of top local bike shop Criterium Bicycles - find out what makes his biking business so successful and seeing 20% growth in business while other bike shops are struggling. Daniel Byrd, executive director of an incredible local non-profit Kids on Bikes geared to empowering the next generation of cyclists. Host: Torie Giffin, road cyclist and owner of the Buffalo Lodge...

Local Bike Biz Meet: Nic Ponsor & Daniel Byrd

January 20, 2020 18:43 - 47 minutes - 89 MB

This episode focuses on a couple of fascinating local biking business to know about in the Springs. Nic Ponsor, owner of top local bike shop Criterium Bicycles - find out what makes his biking business so successful and seeing 20% growth in business while other bike shops are struggling. Daniel Byrd, executive director of an incredible local non-profit Kids on Bikes geared to empowering the next generation of cyclists. Host: Torie Giffin, road cyclist and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bi...

1 Rocky Mountain Rides

December 14, 2019 17:16 - 40 minutes - 76.6 MB

Local cycling enthusiasts discuss the variety of cycling opportunities and what they love about cycling in the Colorado Springs area. Host: Torie Giffin, road cyclist and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Polly Cambron, mountain biker Dan Kutchin, mountain biker Cory Sutela, trail builder, mountain biker and Director of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Links to show topics: Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Olympic Velodrome USA Cycl...

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