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We interview with Uriel from Austere Manufacturing to talk about designing a bikepacking specific buckle!  So nerdy  Support the podcast by going to : https://pathlesspedaled.myshopify.com/ or join us on Patreon at http://patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

We talk with Ian from Ignite Components about "generative design" where an algorithm creates organic, Aliens-esque  optimized forms and how he uses it for bike component design.  Support the podcast by going to : https://pathlesspedaled.myshopify.com/ or join us on Patreon at http://patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

Chris Nolte is the founder of Propel bike shops specializing in transportation focused e-bikes as well as a Youtuber.  We discuss the challenges of rebranding the bicycle in North America away from just riding for sport. This podcast is made possible by Arkel.  Find your perfect bike bag with their new online bag finder! https://tinyurl.com/bd9eep5z Support independent content! Team Supple members get 15% off of Arkel products! Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled Original Interview: https://youtu.be/2QNmjJTvQYs

Rob (aka Old Shovel on Youtube) is the 90s mountain bike whisperer.  In this interview we talk about the idea of a "restomod", get tips for buying a 90s mountain bike, as well as debate some pros and cons. This podcast is made possible by Arkel.  Find your perfect bike bag with their new online bag finder! https://tinyurl.com/bd9eep5z Support independent content! Team Supple members get 15% off of Arkel products! Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled Original Interview: https://youtu.be/2QNmjJTvQYs

We get a tour of Rivendell HQ from Grant Petersen and talk about bike design, the bike industry and what Rivendell looks like without him. This podcast is made possible by Arkel.  Find your perfect bike bag with their new online bag finder! https://tinyurl.com/bd9eep5z Support independent content! Team Supple members get 15% off of Arkel products! Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

We talk with Maria, a watercolorist who has traveled on many scientific expeditions about bicycling, art and how she started the business of Art-Toolkit.com Support independent content! Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

Alternative Cycling Network discusses the new Cannondale and Sunrace releases.  Gimmicky or gimme? Support independent content! Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

We chat with our friend Martina from Swift Industries about the realities of bike business and manufacturing.  Why are bike bags so expensive?  How has COVID affected their business. http://patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

Ever wonder what its like to start a tire brand?  We interview Ron (UltraRomance) and his partner Patrick on why and how they started Ultradynamico tires. Support independent bike content! https://www.patreon.com/PathLessPedaled

After years of touring on bike, the most profound memories are of those of the people we met along the way.  Some heart warming tales from our years on the road.  Audio from a LIVE Youtube performance. Support what you love! www.Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

We interview Gus from Microshift and talk about the void that SRAM and Shimano have left in the mechanical and affordable drive train market. Support what you love! www.Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

We interview Kevin Schmidt of PedalPT in Portland and get his opinion of the ultra wide drop bar trend from the perspective of a physical therapist and bike fitter. Support what you love! www.Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

Joe Partridge is not only a multi Trans-Iowa finisher (on a single speed!) but also works professionally as an emergency manager.  We talk about what constitutes a disaster, how bikes fit in and his go to bikes for the apocalypse. Support what you love: www.patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

Spencer J Harding is a Radavist contributor, photographer and all around good person. We talk about bike packing with a tall bike, photography, touring and what new bike gear he is excited about. If you enjoy these podcasts consider supporting it via Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/PathLessPedaled

What do those numbers on the sidewall actually mean?  How do you find ideal tire pressure?  We sit down with Josh Poertner, the president of Silca and tire pressure consultant to riders like Peter Sagan and learn the intricacies of tire pressure. Support the podcast and Youtube channel on Patreon.com/pathlesspedaled

We interview accomplished ultra runner Anton Krupicka and talk about about how he ended up riding Dirty Kanza with Crust Bikes and Ultraromance.  Lots of bike nerdery around the Bombora and talk about the parallels between trail running and gravel riding. Supple Patches! http://pathlesspedaled.bigcartel.com PATREON: http://www.patreon.com/pathlesspedaled Supple Shirts: http://pathlesspedaled.spreadshirt.com Support via PayPal: http://paypal.me/pathlesspedaled

Pannier is one of the most mispronounced words in the bicycling lexicon and its origins are often misunderstood. Where does the word come from? Is it a French or English word? What is the correct pronunciation? We settle it once and for all in this video and get a little help from Merriam-Webster. Supple Patches! http://pathlesspedaled.bigcartel.com PATREON: http://www.patreon.com/pathlesspedaled Supple Shirts: http://pathlesspedaled.spreadshirt.com Support via PayPal: http://paypal.me/pathlesspedaled

Jonathan Maus has spent the last 14 years covering transportation issues on BikePortland.org.  Over the years it has transformed into a serious news site that has changed some aspects of cycling and transportation in Portland. We talk about how it started, how he keeps from burning out, what he would do different and whether or not bicycling is in decline in Portland. BikePortland.org:  https://bikeportland.org Supple Patches! http://pathlesspedaled.bigcartel.com PATREON: http://www.patreon.com/pathlesspedaled Supple Shirts: http://pathlesspedaled.spreadshirt.com Support via PayPal: http://paypal.me/pathlesspedaled

Ely Rodriguez is a Bay Area bike bag maker known for his beautifully made randonneuring bags.  We talk about how he got started, what it was like to make the leap full time, the state of randonnepuring and his favorite things he saw at NAHBS. Check out his work here: https://www.ruthworkssf.com PATREON: http://www.patreon.com/pathlesspedaled Supple Shirts: http://pathlesspedaled.spreadshirt.com Support via PayPal: http://paypal.me/pathlesspedaled

Ira Ryan is the other half of Breadwinner Cycles.  In this pod we get real nerdy about things like bottom bracket height for climbing, Ira's preferred chainstay length, trail for front loading and why mass production steel bikes will always be a overbuilt. PATREON: http://www.patreon.com/pathlesspedaled Supple Shirts: http://pathlesspedaled.spreadshirt.com Support via PayPal: http://paypal.me/pathlesspedaled