Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt

Joey goes solo again and rambles on for 20 minutes. Brian leads a tour in Maine and Wes... we'll Wes is doing Wes things

Welcome to episode 36 of Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt This is a podcast where we talk about gravel bikes, gravel cycling, bikepacking, bike camping, a little bit of mountain bike and even dip our toes into road cycling. On this episode we are going to be talking about… Brian’s new Redshift Stem, the 10 Most Dangerous Cities in the USA, ding dongs and why Brian is the way he is And of course hot dogs, a new instagram thing we are going to do every week, and this or that Links... Strava club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt Instagram follow recommendation of the week: https://www.instagram.com/dirtdrops/ Crosby Cofod: https://www.facebook.com/crosby.cofod Redshift Sports Shockstop Stem: https://redshiftsports.com/stem

Welcome to Episode 035 of Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt This is a podcast where we talk about gravel bikes, gravel cycling, bikepacking, bike camping, a little bit of mountain bike and even dip our toes into road cycling. On this episode, we are going to be talking about… WTB ByWay 700c options now out, Shimano’s component company “pro” coming out with a “Gravel” saddle and new bar/seatpost and why you should ride with friends. Instagram follow of the week... Lochlan Morton: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanmorton/ Ted King: https://www.instagram.com/iamtedking/ EF Gone Racing on YouTube... GBDURO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e74xncSCoqw Leadville 100: https://youtu.be/s9LviOF5aJM

Let's all be honest here - this episode rambles along and entertains but trying to come up with one theme? Yeah, that's not going to happen. Brian recaps his travels (what's new, right?), Joey coughs a lot and talks about replacing the Zig Zag already, while Wes confuses us all talking about his Jones bar conversion. Or maybe it's just me... As usual, catch up on the Strava club and a shout out to Casey our newest patron from Bellefonte, PA! Coming up this fall we are gearing up for more podcast interviews, some bike camping trips and of course unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley. Jump in, hang on and be prepared to turn the volume up and down as we stumble along. #loveyabye #dogood #benice #goslow #respectothers

our podcast is geared towards the middle of the pack cyclist. While we talk about races frequently it is usually from the perspective of the average guy or gal. While we love the tip of the spear folks, and some of our listeners qualify, we kinda hangout with the back of the pack - not necessarily by choice. Joey and Wes are both accomplished and respected professionals in the bike industry as shop mechanics, race mechanics and shop operators. I lead bike tours for several companies and spend a lot of time taking people on adventures. I like to say I accidentally became an outdoor guide. We focus on gravel so if you like finishing a ride with sweaty grimy legs and some dirt on your face then this is the place for you. We also cover bikepacking, bike camping, travel by bike and touring and some mountain biking but our real interest lies in that space between the road and the mountain bike. The long stretches of gravel that mountain bikers find boring and road cyclists find, well useless. It’s a small but rapidly growing space that draws a special kind of cyclist - someone that seeks out adventure, is not afraid to get dirty and loves a cold beer and maybe some music at the end of a ride around a campfire.

Catching up with the boys and their weekly antics, which of course includes the buying and selling of bikes. Joey grabbed himself a sweet new ride, Wes sold his beloved and Brian rode his bike. Let's catch up with the Strava club that broke 200 members! And then, of course, dive into a This or That segment. Enjoy the goof!

There's a lot happening in episode 031! We have an in-studio guest all the way from Philly that dropped by to sit in on an episode, we but a bow on the 2019 Dirty Kitten Gravel Race in Rapidan, VA with Alex and Chris Howell the event organizers, Wes loves hot dogs. Joey is treated poorly throughout the entire episode by Brian (sorry Boo Boo - you know I love you), and Brian gives a recap of his travels as a professional bike hobo over the last 2 weeks. Has anyone else ever seen a cat suspended by a 7 year old boy by the tail?

Joey goes solo for a few quick updates while Brian and Wes are out.

On this Zencastr episode let's hear about adventures in route planning in New England, Joey gets his headset bearings (finally) and Wes drinks too many Moscow Mules... We also get to announce the WINNER of the Dirty Kitten entry giveaway - congrats Jim Downs!!!! And an introduction to the Sturgeon Luna ride - comment please to let us know we are onto something that interests our listeners. Who's in? #bringbrianhome - please...

On this episode, we discuss cool ways to upgrade your gravel bike that are both easy and affordable. Let's also join the e-bike discussion or dilemma talking about the Specialized Creo.. We also check out the Strava club and listen to some voicemail. Stay tuned for a special offer from the fine folks over at Dirty Kitten (hint, hint - we are going to give away a free entry to the race!). That will be coming up next week so make sure to come back and check out Dirty Kitten on Facebook and Instagram to find out how to win! Dirty Kitten on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dirtykittengravel/ Dirty Kitten on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtykittengravel/

On this episode of Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt the whole crew recaps an epic, rain-soaked sub 24-hour bikecamping adventure on the C&O Canal Towpath. We left Solomons at 5:30 pm and returned the next day at 2:30 pm after riding from Point of Rocks to Antietam Creek Campground and riding out the overnight storms. Trip photos: https://www.facebook.com/groups/solomonsislandcycling/permalink/1443250275799951/

On this episode of Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt we discuss entry-level gravel bikes and review some of them from the top brands; Salsa Journeyman, Specialized Diverge, Trek Checkpoint, Cannondale Topstone, Kona Rove, Giant Toughroad, and the Canyon Grail. As usual, we answer some email and voicemails and dig through the Strava club giving kudos!

On this week's episode, we delve deep into some bike talk, specifically talking about the new Cannondale Topstone Carbon gravel bike. We have some listener voicemail and email to answer, as well as, a rundown of upcoming events. Brian is heading off once again for a bike tour - this time along the Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal Towpath with Wilderness Voyageurs. Joey and Wes finally get to return to something more akin to normal now that Joey & Jessica have gotten married (Congrats!!!!). We got to sample a pretty amazing beer this week with the Rocket Frog Woobie Porter - 4.5 out of 5 stars on unTapped for Brian! Not to be forgotten we run down this week's Strava club and have a fairly rousing This or That. So sit back and close your eyes to listen to the smooth soothing tones of Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt - unless you are in your car driving, then keep both hands on the wheel too.

In Episode 024 the boys are back in town! That's right - with all your hard work and efforts with the #bringbrianhome movement Brian is back! After 2 weeks in the Blue Ridge Wes, Joey and Brian are back together in the lounge. We will recap Brian's tour, catch up with Joey and Wes and play some voicemail and answer email. A couple of weeks ago we discussed whether or not Alison Tetrick carries a flask on races - well, she called us to clarify the issue. This episode goes a little long but we hope you will enjoy it. Alison Tetrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amtetrick/ STRAVA CLUB Top riders last week - Warren Ross 292.9 - Justin Liborio 250.1 - Chris Howell 220.2 Longest Ride - Alex Beltran 119.0 Elevation Gain - Rick Bartlett 20,096 To break into the top 10 for the week you needed 180 miles 172 members LINK: https://www.strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt EF Gone Racing (DK video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MJFHWd3XcY

Joey took some time to sit down with our very own Ron Hickman to talk about his successful 2019 Dirty Kanza race.

Brians out playing in the woods. Wes and Joey decided they'd put out a RAW episode. We rant on about what fires us up, discus cycling clothes and we "this or that" Brian. #comehomebrian Congrats to our Strava club leaderboard - you guys and gals are some serious #badasscyclists And we've got discount codes!!!! Discount code for Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob: MAGTD during the month of June to your followers and gives folks $10 off registration Link: www.bikereg.com/40672 Don’t forget the special discount code we got from Dave over at unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley - 10% off registrations and merchandise just use the discount code ‘MidAtlanticGTD’ LINK: www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa Thanks to our new patron this week!

On Episode 022 we bring all the boys together in the virtual space - Brian is working a bike tour on the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive while Joey and Wes lounge in their pajamas. Who do you think is having more fun? We go over a quick and dirty Dirty Kanza recap of the winners and congratulations to the GTD crew of Flirtatious Frankie, Ron and Pascal who all finished on a hot, dry, fast and dangerous course. Well done boys! We answer some listener email and with all the tech issues with remote recording via Zencastr we are saving up the voicemails - but we did go through a few. We talk about cassette and chain replacements and whether or not Allison Tetrick really carries a flask in her gravel races. (Disclaimer: Brian is a HUGE Allison Tetrick fan boy while Joey is not so much so). Congrats to our Strava club leaderboard - you guys and gals are some serious #badasscyclists And we've got discount codes!!!! Discount code for Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob: MAGTD during the month of June to your followers and gives folks $10 off registration Link: https://www.bikereg.com/40672 Don’t forget the special discount code we got from Dave over at unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley - 10% off registrations and merchandise just use the discount code ‘MidAtlanticGTD’ LINK: https://www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa We discuss cleanliness - particularly about leg washing and discover Joey mostly gives himself sponge bathes in gas station bathrooms. Hey - it beats hobo bathing in rivers like Brian. Wes is mostly just dirty. Thanks to our new patron this week! Gary from Dunkirk, MD. All proceeds go to the #bringbrianhome movement.

On episode 021 we get a recap of the Memorial Day New River bike camping trip Brian recently took, Joey opens a can of worms talking about pro road racers riding in DK this year as a team, and Wes...well, Wes just hangs around. We answer some listener email and get a last minute update from Flirtatious Frankie before he heads west with the family to DK. And we surprise Dave Pryor and Brett Chadderdon of unPavedPA with a phone call to join us for This or That. Surprisingly enough they were at a brewery, go figure. Huge kudos and a shout out to these young riders. Elijah is 7 years old and rode more than 50 miles on his 20” MTB bike at New River bikecamping. His 5 year old sister took what she said was her last ride on the tag along bike and is ready to step up. Chefs Cycle is a fundraising endurance event featuring award-winning chefs and members of the culinary community fighting hunger outside the kitchen....Chefs Cycle has engaged culinary talents who want to push their limits by completing a three day, 300 mile ride while raising funds and awareness in support of No Kid Hungry. http://join.nokidhungry.org/site/TR/ChefsCycle/General?px=3401220&pg=personal&fr_id=1571 Strava club update... Top riders last week - Matt Miceli 352.2 - Devon Doran 341.3 - Justin Liborio 300.4 Longest Ride - Jesse Buppert 109.5 Elevation Gain - Justin 18,993 To break into the top 10 for the week you needed 214.5 miles and we are up to 155 members. Revelate designs has issued a bag recall: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/revelate-designs-recalls-bicycle-seat-bags-due-to-crash-injury-hazards https://www.strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt

On episode 020 Brian gives us a recap of Dirtfest, including getting kicked out by Ranger Dicky Little of Seven Points Campground, Wes continues to talk on and on and on about his AWOL, while Joey goes to work early. The GTD boys had a great time riding the Eastern Shore of Maryland, riding the ferry and enjoying great food and beer with SIC club members. But the big news of the week is our new #loveyabye decals that came our way from Ted and Image360! We breakdown the perfect bikecamping trip along the New River Trail State Park that begins with an afternoon at Ballast Point Brewing in Dalesville, VA. We answer some listener email and voicemail and review the Cotic Escapade and Ribble CGR 725 gravel bikes. Dave Pryor chimes in with a voicemail catching up on unPavedPA. Links... Seven Points Campground (can anyone find where it says no more than 3 tents?)! https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campsites/30270 Image360 http://image360.com Strava club: https://strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt Cotic Escapade: https://www.cotic.co.uk/product/escapade Ribble CGR 725: https://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/ribble-cgr-725/ SIC New River Trail State Park RWGPS links https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27660707 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27660718 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27660734

In episode 019 we get the pleasure of welcoming some new Patreon Patrons - Thanks Ted and Dennis!! Brian catches us up on his Williamsburg tour with Wilderness Voyageurs and heads out to Dirtfest in PA, Joey buys a new Diverge frameset and pukes Papa John's garlic sauce all over the slide at church camp, and Wes flip-flops again on AWOL plans. Sigh. We answer a lot of listener email and voicemails, plus a catchup on the Strava club. Looking for some Mid-Atlantic overnight bikepacking ideas? Let's talk about plans for a great S24O (sub 24 hour overnight) on the canal towpath. A rousing this or that and you can now participate in the action with polls on our social media places, or whatever you want to call them. We also drop our top 5 "monuments" or "classics" of gravel riding/racing! Check it out! And which do you prefer? A tenkara setup or the Ronco Pocket Fisherman? Don’t forget the special discount code we got from Dave over at unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley - 10% off registrations and merchandise just use the discount code ‘MidAtlanticGTD’ https://www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa STRAVA CLUB UPDATE Top riders last week Sonja Pippin 417.4 mi Salvatore Filannino 333.1 mi Warren Ross 273.1 mi Longest Ride Raymond Yuen 192.2 Elevation Gain Josh Bennett 15,443 ft To break into the top 10 for the week you needed 218.2 miles https://www.strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt

It's our first episode recorded in the lounge at Patuxent Adventure Center. Shimano releases their GRX gravel specific groupset, Brian talks about his weekend in Ohiopyle and the cool stuff happening at Wilderness Voyageurs, Joey throws out a raunchy this or that and it gets cut, Frankie calls in with another DK training update, Wes drops his phone and Max steals the show with his click, clack, click, clack. We love Max. Thanks to our listener George for sending these links to gravel resources in PA! Penn State has a Center for Dirt and Gravel Road Studies, and they update what is supposed to be a comprehensive list of all dirt and gravel roads in the state. Forest Service roads are missing for some reason, but the roads they list are all accurate in my experience. https://www.dirtandgravel.psu.edu/ https://maps.psiee.psu.edu/preview/map.ashx?layer=260 Strava club update... Top riders last week Sonya Pippin 400.9 Justin! 328.8 Venny Alub (cantu Cycling) 288.6 Longest Ride Justin at 114.2 Elevation Gain Fabrice came in with 20,013 To break into the top 10 for the week you needed 184.2 miles 142 members up from 135! Strava club: https://strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt Don’t forget the special discount code we got from Dave over at unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley - 10% off registrations and merchandise just use the discount code ‘MidAtlanticGTD’ https://www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa

Our apologies upfront for the sound quality of this episode. I was on the verge of not releasing it - and then squiddles happened. You'll see. Bear with us and thanks! Back to superior audio quality in 018! - Brian Brian is still in Florida in search of fish, Sugarloaf Mountain and pushing the limits of his Roubaix on 12 miles of gravel. He also shares his new Brand Ambassador relationship with Cantu Wheels - Cantu is self-described small wheel studio based in Texas creating quality wheels for the working athlete! http://www.cantuwheels.com Joey finally releases his top 10 movie references but he wouldn't put the list in the show notes so we are still kind of waiting... Wes spills the beans on the new Diverge and Futureshock, teaches his dog to swim, and is looking forward to an escape getaway with Joey. Don’t forget the special discount code we got from Dave over at unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley - 10% off registrations and merchandise just use the discount code ‘MidAtlanticGTD’ https://www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa STRAVA CLUB Top riders last week Curt Brown 336.3 Justin Liborio 308.1 Warren Ross 301.1 (newcomer) Longest Ride Richard Petyk 173 (also 4th in distance this week) Elevation Gain Curt Brown 30,674 ft To break into the top 10 for the week you needed 236.3 miles 135 members https://www.strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt Pinarello unveils the Grevil+ gravel bike and it's butt ugly. And probably expensive too.

And now for something kinda different... Brian is in Florida on work while Joey and Wes pine away at home so this episode is our first remote recording using Zencastr. Well, technically it is our second since the first one didn't work out so well the night before. While this worked out OK it's nothing like having the team in one place to talk bikes, drink a beer and share a laugh. Let's talk about the Norco Search XR... https://www.norco.com/bikes/dirt-dropbar/gravel/ Don’t forget the special discount code we got from Dave over at unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley - 10% off registrations and merchandise just use the discount code ‘MidAtlanticGTD’ https://www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa Budget brand Schwinn releases Carbon Paramount SRAM Force e-tap on a carbon disc frame and fork with SRAM hydraulic disc brakes, a Vision disc wheelset for $3,300 https://bikerumor.com/2019/04/19/schwinn-paramount-makes-return-as-carbon-endurance-road-bike-w-sram-force-axs/ Saris SuperClamp EX 2-Bike + Cargo Capable of transporting two bikes and 120 pounds of cargo, the SuperClamp EX 2-bike + Cargo maximizes carrying capacity – and leg room – while minimizing packing time. This cargo combo carrier touts the same features of the prominent Saris SuperClamp EX 2-bike hitch rack, including no frame contact and integrated locking cables, combined with key features of a cargo tray, like raised side rails and tie-down points so you can properly secure your gear. AND if you have a Saris SuperClamp or Freedom 4-Bike Hitch Rack you can transform it into a 2-bike + cargo carrier with the new Cargo Accessory. https://www.saris.com/product/superclamp-ex-2-cargo

We spend an episode catching up on Grape Gravel Crusher 2019 and Brian's recent tour in Texas Hill Country. Joining us is our friend and patron Nadine Hughes who joined the fellas at GGC. She brings a female perspective to the event discussion. We have new patrons to welcome, some voicemails and some emails to go over. BIG NEWS in this episode - Dave Pryor from unPAved Susquehanna River Valley offers up a discount code to our listeners for the event in October. Use the coupon code' MAtlanticGTD' for 10% off registrations and merch! Thanks Dave! https://www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa And do polyethylene spokes make sense? Berd thinks so... https://www.berdspokes.com/ Have you heard about the new Specialized Roubaix?!? Yeah, it looks like it is going to be all that and more with the new and improved Futureshock. And what a way to come out with a win at Paris-Roubaix https://www.specialized.com/us/en/roubaix LaunchSpeed podcast - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/launch-speed Flamingo Dreams Nitro by Lefthand Brewing - http://lefthandbrewing.com/beers/flamingo-dreams-nitro/ ACA Texas Hill Country - https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/fully-supported-tours/2019-texas-hill-country/ Two Trees Catering - https://www.twotreescatering.com/ Grape Gravel Crusher by VeloAmis - http://veloamis.org/gravel-grape-crusher/ Marty's Reliable Cycle in NJ - https://www.martysreliable.com/ Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob - https://www.bikereg.com/40672 Saris Superclamp - https://www.saris.com/product/superclamp-ex-2 Saris MTR - https://www.saris.com/product/mtr2

Joining us for Episode 014 is Aaron Raines from Specialized to talk about the gravel scene in Nebraska, the Specialized gravel stable of bikes, and his upcoming event the Robidoux Quick and Dirty on June 22, 2019. Roubidoux Quick and Dirty: https://robidouxquickdirty.wixsite.com/race Roubidoux Quick and Dirty on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/robidouxquickanddirty/ Aaron Raines: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_raines/ Specialized Gravel & Adventure Bikes: https://www.specialized.com/us/en/shop/bikes/road-bikes/adventure--gravel-bikes/c/roadadventuregravel Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt: http://graveltraveldirt.com

The no guest episode. We recorded two episodes in one day to plan ahead for some upcoming travel Brian has in the works. On this episode we spend time talking about the new Salsa Warroad, Joey and Wes argue with each other over what is basically the exact same thing, and Brian talks about his upcoming Texas Hill Country tour. Salsa Warroad: https://salsacycles.com/culture/introducing_warroad SpeedSleev: https://amzn.to/2Us2Lym Adventure Cycling Texas Hill Country: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/fully-supported-tours/2019-texas-hill-country/ Craig and Aspen: https://instagram.com/2onbikes Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt: http://graveltraveldirt.com

On this episode, Reese Ruland from Niner Bikes joins us to talk about the gravel and cycling culture at Niner, her time at Specialize and TrainingPeaks, plus her sponsorships by New Belgium, Cervelo and others. We review the Strava club leaderboard from last week, answer some listener email, talk about single vs. double wheeled trailers, and welcome some new patrons. Brian catches us up on his recent tour through the low-country of South Carolina & Georgia - and his encounters with real-life Savannah Man. We catch up on NAHBS results and talk about our upcoming trip to Marty's Spring Classic, Riding Dirty in Hackettstown, NJ. And did you know, the C&O Canal Towpath repaving project has begun? We will let you know when and where you can expect to see improved gravel surfaces on the towpath. It's a big episode, so settle in! Two Trees Catering: https://www.facebook.com/twotreescatering1/ Niner Bikes: https://ninerbikes.com/ Reese Ruland: https://www.instagram.com/reeseruland/ Adventure Cycling Southern Charm Golden Isles: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/fully-supported-tours/2019-southern-charm-charleston-ga-golden-isles/ Marty's Spring Classic Riding Dirty: https://www.bikereg.com/40844 Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt Gravel, Travel & Dirt T-shirt Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/gravel-travel-dirt-2

Let's talk about bikepacking!!! The big 3 pieces of equipment are your tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad. These 3 items can easily make or break a trip. What works, what doesn't and some tips and suggestions on products to use. Plus, we read some listener email, listen to some voicemail, and of course explore another round of this or that. Pearl Izuma has a new all around bike apparel line: https://www.pearlizumi.com/US/en/Pearl_Izumi_BikeStyle Big Agnes has been awarded the 2019 Backpacker Editors’ Choice Award for the Tiger Wall Platinum tent https://amzn.to/2TaPSnJ Endless Mountain Gravel: https://www.facebook.com/events/625681544550242/

This week we chat with Dave Pryor to talk about unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley. It is billed as a premier raw road adventure through the hills and valleys of central Pennsylvania during peak fall foliage on Sunday, October 13th, 2019. Registration opens March 17, 2019. We've also got some listener email and a catch up on the Strava club. The GTD team took off this week to ride a short section of the C&O Canal Towpath. And of course, another round of this or that. Cane Creek 3G Thudbuster Short Travel Seatpost, 27.2, Black: https://amzn.to/2UB4dvg Ass Savers SmartAss Bicycle Rain Fender, Black: https://amzn.to/2TxPtk8 Ohio gravel series: https://www.toledoareabicyclists.org/news/7013176 Cane Creek: http://canecreek.com NAHBS: https://www.nahbs.com/ unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley: https://www.unpavedpennsylvania.com/ unPAved Facebook: https://facebook.com/unpavedPA unPAved Twitter: https://twitter.com/unpavedPA unPAved Instagram: https://instagram.com/unpavedpennsylvania unPAved Bike Reg: https://www.bikereg.com/unpavedpa

We spend some time on this episode talking to Glyn Phillips from KageyCaps and Kitsbow. KageyCaps manufactures custom top caps that are truly pieces of art. Check them out in the links below. Kitsbow is obsessive about producing the finest quality cycling apparel for gravel cycling and mountain biking. And the GTD adventure team took off to the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail in King George, VA for some backwoods rail trail gravel grinding. Kagey Caps: http://kageycaps.com Kitsbow: http://kitsbow.com Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail: http://graveltraveldirt.com/index.php/2019/03/06/gravel-bikes-on-the-dahlgren-railroad-heritage-trail-in-king-george-va/

Joining us today is Travis Olson - the event organizer for the Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob in West Virginia. This is an adventure-cycling race on and around the highest peak in West Virginia...Spruce Knob! The race will traverse gravel and dirt roads through some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in the East. The road conditions on course will vary from pavement to smooth dirt, to chunky gravel, to unmaintained, double-track forest roads. Bike Maryland: http://bikemaryland.org Maryland General Assembly: http://mlis.state.md.us/ Mountain State Fat Bike Champs Race Video: https://youtu.be/YjJ9sdXqkdE Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob: https://www.bikereg.com/40672 T-shirt Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/gravel-travel-dirt-2 Patuxent Adventure Center: https://www.paxadventure.com/ Website: http://graveltraveldirt.com Instagram: https://instragram.com/midatlanticgtd Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/graveltraveldirt

Joining us for Episode 007 is Alex Forte, the team manager for Vanderkitten Racing, and co-director for the Dirty Kitten Gravel Race happening in Rapidan, VA on August 3, 2019. Alex is joined by her fiance and event co-director Chris to give us the rundown on the race. Plus we've got another round of this or that where we choose between windy ass days or hills, aluminum or steel frames, waffles or pancakes, and a leather saddle or ANY OTHER SADDLE. We'll talk about strip clubs and body parts. Dirty Kitten Bike Reg: https://www.bikereg.com/dirty-kitten-gravel Dirty Kitten Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dirtykittengravel/ Dirty Kitten Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2572363696113322/

A huge thank you to all our patrons! You all make this happen every week. That and beer. We have a special guest tonight, Megan Schmidt from Marty's Reliable Cycle, in Hackettstown, New Jersey talking about the NJ gravel scene and their upcoming 3rd annual Marty’s Spring Classic. And of course, another round of "this or that" - this is episode 006! Marty's Spring Classic: Riding Dirty - https://www.facebook.com/events/2257090397947536/ Marty's Reliable Cycle - https://www.martysreliable.com/ Dirty Kitten Gravel Race - https://www.facebook.com/events/2572363696113322/

Let's talk about wheel sizes across gravel, travel, and dirt - what works in each scenario and the pros and cons of each. 700c or 650b - what's your preference? Brian took off to Davis, WV for the Mountain State Fat Bike Champs Race and had an opportunity to chat with the organizer. And another round of this or that! Stop, Swap & Save: http://www.stopswapandsave.com/ Monkey Knife Fight registration/info: https://www.bikereg.com/41031 WV Fat Bike: http://wvfat.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=16078380 Website: http://graveltraveldirt.com/

Catching up with new patrons! Let's talk about food and nutrition, this or that, dream gravel bikes, and would you rather...

Shout outs to our new patrons! More about Wes' Fargo, Mid-Atlantic gravel rides for 2019, improvements to the website (event calendar), what's up with our YouTube channel, and some other websites to get some gravel news. Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt7AP3oyzqqjQY7aRmZxE4Q Forest Service Gravel Road Map: https://www.fs.fed.us/ivm/index.html Kagey Caps http://www.kageycaps.com/

Gravel cycling talk and discussion covering Wes' new Salsa Fargo, dream gravel rides, first Leesburg, VA meetup ride, new Strava club, the shop lounge and some upcoming events.

Episode 001: Gravel cycling - why the explosion Gravel bike super powers Gravel bike events Listener emails

Into gravel cycling? Bikepacking? Traveling by bicycle? This podcast is for you. In Episode 000 it's all about testing the equipment and introducing the podcast. Be on the lookout for Episode 001 coming soon.