The Sprocket Podcast

Ish & Kevin run a physical therapy practice that helps people get back on their feet (and their bikes) after injuries such as those brought on by repetitive motion, and more. We chat about the medical knowledge and understanding the bicycle when if comes to rehabilitation! Pedal PT is your solution. As always, thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers & our generous Patreon donors. Also, Bicycle/Race, Adonia Lugo’s “…unforgettable picture of Los Angeles—and the United States—from the perspective of two wheels.” is available from Microcosm Publishing and wherever you get your books. Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also, 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Also, Also, 2nd Friday of Every Month East Bay Bike Party Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride July 22: Sunday Parkways DOWNTOWN PDX! August 7: National Night Out August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines The Sprocket Podcast is now live on Stitcher! Mail Thomas Skadow has a Spinlister Question, Aaron thinks it’s down but is also now confused A pic from Will Vanlue (frmr guest Es:130, 236, and 304) “This bottle of SPROCKET LUBRICANT made me think of you” From Chris R from CO, an audio postcard: “Even though I [look like] a dork in lycra,when I’m riding it’s the best two hours of my week.” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Adele hasn’t been on the show in a while, and that’s because she’s been working on a secret project with Brock: they have a bun in the oven! That’s right, little baby Cyrus is preparing for birth into the world as we speak, and Adele joins the show to fill us in on what it’s like to continue bicycling into pregnancy. It’s not all fun and games, but haters gonna hate, and there aren’t that many haters, really. And there is a lot of fun to be had! As always, thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers & our generous Patreon donors. Also, Bicycle/Race, Adonia Lugo’s “…unforgettable picture of Los Angeles — and the United States — from the perspective of two wheels” is available from Microcosm Publishing and wherever you get your books. Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also, 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Also, Also, 2nd Friday of Every Month East Bay Bike Party Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride August 7th National Night Out August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines We’re now live on Stitcher! http://stitcher.com/s?fid=16539&refid=stpr An announcement from Reach Now: Bike Racks are now on all MINI Coopers in PDX An almost identical announcement from Car2Go also: Beginning July 25th, members who live in or travel to Chicago will be able to use car2go to navigate the Windy City. From trimet.org: STARTING JULY 1: A FAIRER CITATION PROCESS Mail Brock Discovered a board game (Flamme Rouge) and wants everyone to know this exists: Keiran S comments on E390 Kraig Pauli wins the Steens Mazama: “Great podcast, I have followed Kraig in the transom… you guys gotta do a follow up interview.” Ethan commends Guthrie’s response to getting hit: “Guthrie, you have an amazingly big heart. Glad you’re okay.” Alan asks about towing a bike on a trailer: “How’d you do that… what kind of trailer is that?” John in Goldendale shares some photos of bike infra from Budapest: Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

This content was originally published in summer 2014, and it’s so much fun we’re bringing it back! Expect more new studio shows soon! Nathan Jones is the owner of Ride Yr Bike who conceived of and organized the Trans Am Bike Race, an unsupported ride from coast to coast in which the participants competed simply for the bragging rights! He tells us about the trip. Also: e200 live show!, retort to close pass contest, explosions on the waterfront Headlines BikePortland: Community bike rally against violence in North Portland Mail Dan from MN recommends the Surly Disc Trucker. Drew clarifies the strength of Brock’s bike repair. Logan recommends the Soma Saga for its kickstand plate. Phil in AK corrects Aaron on the origins of the band X. David joins PDX cargo bike gang! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall  

This content was originally published in summer 2014, and it’s so much fun we’re bringing it back! Expect more new studio shows soon! Leah Benson is the proprietor of Gladys Bikes, a bike shop catering specifically to the needs of women in Portland, Oregon, and one host of the newly created podcast Snack Parade! Brian Benson is the author ofGoing Somewhere, a book based on his crosscountry bicycle trip from Wisconsin to Oregon, and is working on creating The River Signal, an audio drama podcast, which will begin production this summer! We talk about kayaking the Columbia River, sea lions, wearing pants, philosophy around bicycling, and more. We also unwittingly created #boatmonth on the show! Maren Souders Skypes in to update us on the petition to provide vegan meal options aboard Amtrak dining cars. Also: “When did you most need a bike but not have one?” Inspired to Ride film is coming soon & the trailer is now available (4/18 in Portland). Rolling Oasis grocers is launching an expansion Kickstarter and hosting an event at Community Cycling Center! Donate at Patreon if you’re able to help keep us going! Headlines Tom Allen is working on a new film project! Aaron Green’s We Were Like Sons is funded! Mail The stickman’s son takes his first bike ride. John from Goldendale finds a news story on LA’s newly legal free public gardening. Gerald offers reverse psychology for angry motorists. Ethan Georgi deals with parent drivers in school zones and makes an effort to maintain a zen-like calm. Jim Goodin eschews earbuds while riding his bike and cranks the iPhone speaker. Harm in NZ shares an awesome cycling/skating documentary. Maren Souders sent us some car-sharing news. Peanut butter jar Matt shares a few links on voluntarily limiting your technology. Wired: Artificial Light May Be Harmful Good Reads: 4 Arguments for the Elimination of Television Glenn from Marrowstone Island has a suggestion for more compassionate automobility. Path Less Pedaled met a Sprocket listener in Alabama! Marcus Graham is shining up an old bike for a touring event! Bicycle-towed tiny home gypsy wagon, found on Facebook & shared by David Griffiths JohnnyK comments on the cost of living and says we’d better step up our game to compete with #YEGbike! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

“AFTER 11 YEARS OF MAKING CARGO BIKES, METROFIETS WILL CEASE PRODUCTION AT THE END OF JUNE 2018. WE HAVE HAD A GREAT RUN AND WANTED TO FINISH ON A STRONG NOTE.” -Metrofiets website Phil Ross is the “co-founder-founder-founder” of Metrofiets. He stops in the studio to talk about the last 11 years of making Portland’s own brand of bakfietsen*, what was fun, and what made this journey so amazing for him.   *plural form of bakfiets** **bakfiets (the term for the kind of cargo bike with the box on the front) is singular in this form. Don’t let the “s” on the end fool you. Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also, 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Also, Also, 2nd Friday of Every Month East Bay Bike Party Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride June 23: Petal Pedal* June 30 – July 1: Ride HiFi’s Show and Tell Bike Party June 30: Cully Park Grand Opening 11am – 4pm August 7th National Night Out August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From streetsblog.org Brad Lander Bill Would Empower [New York]City to Rein In Repeat Traffic Camera Violators The “Reckless Driver Accountability Act” aims to flag habitual offenders before they cause irreversible harm. From bikeportland.org At North Portland Sunday Parkways there will be a place where everyone can ride A section of street next to Harper’s Playground in Arbor Lodge will be open only for people using adaptive bikes and other assisted devices. Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

  We got to connect with Annalisa and Erik of Miles of Portraits an ongoing photo series “capturing the people we meet when we ride our bicycles really, really far.” They are heading up to Alaska and we talk briefly about that. We also play voicemails of those who’ve called in with their own stories of the people they’ve met on the road. You can support their Kickstarter to keep this amazing and evolving project going here.   Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Chris Smith has been a community transportation advocate (in his spare time!) for about 20 years, and thinks a lot about how our streets work. Who better to explain the coming autonomous vehicle revolution from the perspective of Portland, Oregon? I, for one, welcome our new overlords! Did I say overlords? I meant protectors. How does all of this work, how safe is it, and who’s running this thing, anyways? {redacted} Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also, 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Also, Also, 2nd Friday of Every Month East Bay Bike Party from Heather in Oakland Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride June 13: Burial Beer Co. Night at the Beer Mongers June 15: The Guthrie Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* June 30 – July 1: Ride HiFi’s Show and Tell Bike Party August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From massbike.org: MassBike Names Galen Mook as New Executive Director Note: Galen was on E374 From streetbooks.org: Street Books: Year #8 on the Streets Street Books was first featured on E044 Mail From Ranger Tom: we have your back! Sean and Brock thank Scott from Illinois via voicemail and Sevren had a good time at the Mt. Tabor Stair Carry Fool wants you to go on the Solstice Ride Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Chris Fool is a long-time participant, organizer and advocate for bike fun in Portland, Oregon through his involvement with shift2bikes.org. We discuss Pedalpalooza, its history, and how it may change with the times. They are a-changin’. Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride June 13: Burial Beer Co. Night at the Beer Mongers June 15: The Guthrie Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* June 30 – July 1: Ride HiFi’s Show and Tell Bike Party August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines mapmyrun: 10 Annoying Things Cyclists Should Stop Doing SEND US YOUR STORIES of people you met on the road and talk about them with Annalisa & Erik of Miles of Portraits 503-847-9774 – here’s some: Mail From “Mr. Lean”: Hey guys, I just was given a set of his and her 1960’s Raleigh 3 speed bikes that paint wise are almost new. Could you give me a recommendation for a shop that knows how to bring them back to life? Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Anna & Jayne join us to discuss an issue that is common for half of the population, but rarely talked about. How does someone’s monthly cycle impact their bicycle riding? What should those not privy to the experience learn? What, exactly, is a “Diva Cup?” Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 3: Blessing of the Bikes (more details in mail) June 5: MT. Tabor Stair Carry June 15: The Guthrie Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* June 30 – July 1: Ride HiFi’s Show and Tell Bike Party August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From bikeportland.org: Mayor Wheeler moves permanent Better Naito talks forward SEND US YOUR STORIES of people you met on the road and talk about them with Annalisa & Erik of Miles of Portraits: 503-847-9774 Mail From Marshall re: E414 – way to commit to the Aussie accent From Margaret re: E408 – Loved the “card” chat. Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

DBR is a Portland Bike Fun Icon, and also rode his bike across the Australian continent. We ask him about the details, and he delivers, including the preferred cheap beer VB, catching roadhouses before they close, and dealing with critters. Lots of critters. Also: Brock rides through snow with friend of the show Ross, and Guthrie works on his back injury. Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 3: Blessing of the Bikes (more details in mail) June 5: MT. Tabor Stair Carry June 15: The Guthrie Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From bikeportland.org via Marshall Portland cargo bike maker Metrofiets calls it quits after 11 years Mail From Tim Mooney: “Turns out mom is on team 4 [syllable] so my world is upside down” From Marshall in South Carolina: reliving childhood joy, credit length, and “who the h*ck is Guthrie?” Some voicemails Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Aaron takes on Saltzman for the first time this year, Guthrie is recovering from a back injury and… Michael Andersen! Our friend who hasn’t been on the show in a while talks residential Infill, and how we can do better in Portland for equitable access to housing. Check out his writing for Portland For Everyone, a great coalition of organizations, individuals and businesses working toward this goal. Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Last friday of every moth: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 17: Ohmydollar book release! May 19: DC Bike Ride May 19: The Pogues Run Relay in Indianapolis June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 3: Blessing of the Bikes (more details in mail) June 5: MT. Tabor Stair Carry June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines LOOK WHO’S FOLLOWING US ON INSTA: From streetsblog: Study Links Rise of SUVs to the Pedestrian Safety Crisis Mail From Eammon in PDX: “I was one of the people who recognized you at Filmed By Bike!” From Darren S. in Australia: “My mother’s been there, done that and got the magnet…” TXT from Ranger Tom: From Chris R.: I was doing a short climb…and the crank arm broke off. Original crank from 1995. Shimano. This is my first serious injury since returning to riding. Yes.. aluminum cuts nicely. Just thought I would share the real dangers of riding old bikes. From Ivar: “You were pretty much spot on with your analysis of what I was trying to say.” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Heidi Beierle is one of the people behind the website columbiagorgecarfree.com, a resource for people who would like to explore on of Oregon’s most beautiful regions by simpler transport. Bicycling and the newest incarnation of the Columbia Gorge Express bus are two ways to expand one’s reach into a beautiful adventure. Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Last friday of every moth: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride May 12: “Mashley” Scavenger Hunt Ride May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 17: Ohmydollar book release! May 19: DC Bike Ride May 19: The Pogues Run Relay in Indianapolis June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 5: MT. Tabor Stair Carry June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From biketownpdx.com: RIDE FREE IN MAY! From trimet.org: We’re going electric! From bikeportland.org: A 30 year-old vision for a carfree Historic Columbia River Highway Mail From listener Keith Hutchinson: stoked on D&D & Pogues Run! From Chris on E408: “Hey! I reffed roller derby with Jimmy something like two lifetimes ago at a tournament. What a small world.” From Jason S: first ride of spring is utilitarian! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Friend-of-the-show Madi Carlson returns, this time as the marquee attraction! We speak more about her move to Portland and Portlandy things. People are so friendly here! Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Last Friday of every moth: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride May 4-6th: Filmed By Bike in PDX! May 5th: Grilled by Bike Cinco de Mayo – from Iverson May 12: “Mashley” Scavenger Hunt Ride May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 17: Ohmydollar book release! May 19: DC Bike Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: May 4-6th: Filmed By Bike in PDX! Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From medium.com Portland’s residential infill projects still have major flaws, housing advocates say (by Michael Andersen) BikePortland: A “Bike Fun Library” is in the works, just in time for Pedalpalooza Mail From Listener Ivar Vicenzoni, some sad details on traffic fatalities From listener Jason S.: World’s first chopper with an adjustable ride height From Executive Producer Brock Dittus: #humblebrag From listener Jeremy Mendelson: From Ethan Georgi: rad Ladds & spooky diswashing coincidence Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Oregon Coast Railriders, the adventure on the Oregon coast that lets you ride the rails by pedal power, is about to open for their 2018 season. Guthrie went out last year to see what’s up – how does it work, and what is it like? Join OC Railriders starting May 19, 2018 in Bay City, Oregon. Bike there over the weekend and camp at Cape Lookout State Park afterward, or catch the Wave transit bus from Portland, or drive out if you have access to a car. Also consider a visit to their new project Vance Creek Railriders in Shelton, Washington, or Joseph Branch Railriders in Joseph, Oregon!

Eric Wahlstrom listens to our show, and created a new card game themed around Luchadore wrestling called Solo Una Noche! We discuss the concept, how gameplay works, and then Aaron takes on the master at his own game! Follow progress towards the game becoming available to the public, sign up for updates, and contribute to the crowdfunding campaign, at cabin21games.com! Thanks for tuning in to Gaming Week on the Sprocket Podcast. Also, Brock references a weekend camping trip, a 54 mile ride, and another little game known as Bros Icing Bros (it’s a real thing).

Aaron, Guthrie & Jimmy run a short campaign of D&D with a decidedly bicycle-heavy aspect.

Jimmy plays Dungeons & Dragons! It’s a great way to create inclusive fun that keeps you busy and happy with like-minded people. He’s also a bikey coworker of Aaron’s. We dig in! Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride April 21: Randi Jo Fabrications Trunk Show (from Rivelo PDX) April 28: Grant Petersen at Rivelo April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century April 29: Yakima Valley Fondo (from Pete D in Yakima) May 4-6th: Filmed By Bike in PDX! May 5th: Grilled by Bike Cinco de Mayo – from Iverson May 12: “Mashley” Scavenger Hunt Ride May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 17: Ohmydollar book release! May 19: DC Bike Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: May 4-6th: Filmed By Bike in PDX! Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines Surly: Nerd, Please… BikePortland: Aaron Brown Guest post: Candidly, TriMet (part one) Travel Oregon Competetive Medium Grants now Open Mail From Listener Gregory in Santa Cruz From Lex & Corvidae Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Aaron, Aaron & Guthrie discuss some of the trickier aspects of bike fun.

Aaron Brown joins us in studio to talk NoMoreFreewaysPDX, an effort he leads to impact policymakers’ decisions through groundswell activism & advocacy for the better good of our communities here in Portland, Oregon. Is a freeway expansion really a good idea? (hint: it’s not) Is congestion pricing really all that difficult or burdensome? (hint: it’s probably not) Aaron breaks it down for us. Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride April 21: Randi Jo Fabrications Trunk Show (from Rivelo PDX) April 28: Grant Petersen at Rivelo April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century April 29: Yakima Valley Fondo (from Pete D in Yakima) May 4-6th: Filmed By Bike in PDX! May 5th: Grilled by Bike Cinco de Mayo – from Iverson May 12: “Mashley” Scavenger Hunt Ride May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 17: Ohmydollar book release! May 19: DC Bike Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: May 4-6th: Filmed By Bike in PDX! Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines Women Who Dare: There’s a new podcast in town! TriMet: The virtual Hop card for Android is available now! Mail Bill C – Maybe the “Motorless City” or simply the “Wheeled City” or the “Winged Wheel City” for all the hockey fans! Pete D in Wenatchee: photobomb! Eric Iverson Left us another fine voicemail! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

We bring you audio from this year’s edition of Ladd’s 500, a relay event hosted in a traffic circle in southeast Portland, OR. “It’s spring, let’s do something stupid.” Team Sprocket Podcast took 12th place in about 5 hours. Join the fun next year!

Talk abounds before the show actually starts! Lily talks bikes, trikes, electricity in Russian trains, and much more.

Lillian Karabaic, perhaps best known in bicycling circles as the leader of the Bowie vs. Prince bicycle ride in Portland, is the host of Oh My Dollar, a personal finance advice show for the rest of us! We’re proud of what she’s put together as we’ve been able to watch her build it. She’s also put together a cat-themed workbook through a kickstarter campaign that you really should get a copy of. More purrsonal finance talk than you can shake a stick at! Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 21: Randi Jo Fabrications Trunk Show (from Rivelo PDX) April 28: Grant Petersen at Rivelo April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century April 29: Yakima Valley Fondo (from Pete D in Yakima) May 4-6th: Filmed By Bike in PDX! May 12: “Mashley” Scavenger Hunt Ride. May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 17: Ohmydollar May 19: DC Bike Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines Trimet Bike & Ride New Facilities Going In Mail Jeremy Kitchen – “Cycle Oregon has 4 different events and is always looking for volunteers.” Marcus Norman – Re: 400th episode & Brock’s soon-to-be-child: “Bike tours teach you to believe in yourself, be ready for anything, be self-reliant (to a degree anyway), make meeting people easier, cost you as much or as little as you like and leave you feeling open for the next adventure. THIS MAY BE EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW IN RAISING A KID.” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

Sarah Gilbert of Cordilleran Tours in Portland, Oregon leads people into the natural beauty of the Columbia River Gorge on bikes, on foot, or in vehicles to explore and discover! We talk with her about the ins-and-outs of getting people into the nature they want to see, and what makes this particular region so spectaular – and special. (oh yeah, and Sarah’s been on the show before, in-studio and live!) Also: Aaron goes on vacation to Mexico City, and Guthrie writes his will. Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride March 20 – 31: Errandonnee (from Joyce W) March 24: Spring Equinox Ride in Indianapolis from Keith in Indy April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 21: Randi Jo Fabrications Trunk Show (from Rivelo PDX) April 28: Grant Petersen at Rivelo April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century April 29: Yakima Valley Fondo (from Pete D in Yakima) May 12: “Mashley” Scavenger Hunt Ride. May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 19: DC Bike Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Portland, OR – May 4-6 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines Spinlister is NO MORE Reach Now is NO MORE The Columbia Gorge Express is improving, and it wants your feedback! Mail From listener Jeremiah – “Old Moody was no joke!” From Rory in Michigan – Black Circle Radio. From EJ. Finneran (and Hi Ellie!) – Flavor Flav’s got a rad tall bike! Also, The survey is available until April 9 at https://survey.participate.online/s3/CGE-2018. From Thomas Skadow – “Love the golden oldies…when Aaron’s brother was on the show: I have that saved to a special place on my ipod when I need a pick me up.” From Keith Hutchinson – “Generally, I wouldn’t bother emailing about a random ride that happened in Indianapolis, but holy shit. The Spring Equinox Ride was the most epic group ride I’ve ever led!” https://www.instagram.com/p/Bgv8zRAAQKY/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Bgv_WGDASKN/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Bgv7XwggLB003BPw6d4PzHU0YWpOdCbt5Mi2-U0/ From Eric Iverson: THEY’RE COMING FOR OUR HOPS! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall

It’s a first for us – best-ofs! The Sprocket has been around long enough for a few years’ worth of episodes to fall off of the major distribution channels’ feeds, and with all of our staff busy (Guthrie in town, Aaron in Mexico & Brock in Utah), we thought we’d bring you two conversations with a fabulous bicycle touring author, Ellee Thalheimer! Ellee is the author of the Cycling Sojourner series of bicycle touring guidebooks, one for Oregon and one for Washington (with the much-sought-after New Jersey edition still frustratingly out of sight in the future), featuring made-to-order routes in accessible lengths of 3-5 days each in some of the most scenic parts of these states, all delivered with her own charming personality and style. Get our copy and start planning your tours today! Our first interview with her in 2011 from Episode 77 features Aaron Flores as a guest cohost before he joined the program full time with Brock Dittus & his wife Adele talking to Ellee about the Oregon edition; the second is from 2014 on Episode 187 about the Washington edition. Enjoy, and see you next week with a fresh new live show from the Airstream. Cheers!

We spoke again with Tad and some students, Yass, Kaide, & Kodi from University in Tsukuba. You might remember them from Disaster Relief Trials 2016! We talk about the Kamado, a wood fired rice cooker, international cycling standards compared, and how they think about responding in an emergency. Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride March 20 – 31: Errandonnee (from Joyce W) March 24: Spring Equinox Ride in Indianapolis from Keith in Indy April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 21: Randi Jo Fabrications Trunk Show (from Rivelo PDX) April 28: Grant Petersen at Rivelo April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century April 29: Yakima Valley Fondo (from Pete D in Yakima) May 12: “Mashley” Scavenger Hunt Ride. May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 19: DC Bike Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 2: Weiser River Ride June 16: Rivelo Third Anniversary Wing Ding. BBQ, beverages. Deets to follow.12PM June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept 8-9: Bike MS150 Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From Shift2Bikes.org: an announcement from Chris “Fool” Sleep bus is now CABIN From Bicycle Retailer via Josh G. Knockoff “Shinano” parts surface in repair rooms! From NW News Network via Josh G. Some Parents Want Stockpiles At Schools To Prepare For The Big One Mail New Members of our (un)Official Strava Club: John O. “Brompton rider dodging buses and Ubers ” Hello from rainy San Francisco Dereck Waggoner: “Saying hi from Topeka Kansas!” Christa A:“Hi from Springfield,MO! I’m relatively new to cycling and am training for the MS150 in September here in the Ozarks. Love listening to podcast and I’ve learned some good stuff.” From Joyce W.: running for transportation and fading the music From Keith H in Indy: tumbleweave means spring! From Dan in Boise, ID: he’s heard them all, went to FBB & still listening! Another voicemail from Eric Iverson! In Roswell. Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks

Jean-Luc and Armando roll in to talk about the tender age of adolescence in which one makes their own decisions about being a person and getting around. Jean Luc is the son of the famed @dudeluna, and is also The Man. We talk with him in the studio, first of all about why he wouldn’t go over a waterfall in a barrel, but also about more pressing topics! Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride March 24: Spring Equinox Ride in Indianapolis from Keith in Indy April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century April 29: Yakima Valley Fondo (from Pete D in Yakima) May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE (from ride leader Gregory Braithwaite) May 19: DC Bike Ride June 2: Gifford Gravel 50 ( Ride With GPS route ) June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From Citylab: What Airbnb did to New York City From Humantransit.org: Excellent Principles for Shared Mobility Referenced company principles: https://www.sharedmobilityprinciples.org/ Book Review “The Classic Bicycle Coloring Book” – Drawings by Teliah Lempert, available from Microcsm Publishing Mail A(Lex) on Facebook: how to get patches? From Keith in Indy: first tumbleweave of spring & a ride! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks

Brock & Eric Iverson go for a bike ride on some gravel. It’s all fun and games until someone gets a stubborn, mysterious flat tire that can’t be fixed! Will they make it home? Ride the Dalles Mountain 60 route anytime – it’s great! Thanks to Oregon Bikepacking (formerly VeloDirt) for assembling this and many other great routes!

recordings before and during E400 that didn’t make the cut to the final episode. including some inside baseball on local Portland stuff!

Anna had a class assignment to interview someone, so naturally she chose the best subject on impulse control possible: Aaron Flores! One of our core values at The Sprocket Podcast is an intentional approach to life, and this conversation digs into some of the nuances of that approach. Happy 400th episodes!

It’s our four-hundredth episode, and Madi Carlson came in! Oh, and some guy named Brock. We chat about Brock’s newest adventures & news, Madi’s relocation to Portland and what it’s like to live here vs. there! And a little chat about Disney movies, to round it out. And Guthrie’s bike shop foiled another bike theft! Thanks to YOU for listening – it makes us happy to see your comments, pictures, patch locations and adventures as you share your stories with us. Can’t believe we made it to 400 episodes! Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd THURSDAY of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century April 29: Yakima Valley Fondo May 16: SANTA CRUZ, CA RIDE OF SILENCE May 19: DC Bike Ride June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 (10 days left to back their fundraising efforts to go.) Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From bikeportland.org Oregon’s expanded bike tax passes out of committee with unanimous support From CityLab.com The Strongest Case Yet That Excessive Parking Causes More Driving Mail Joyce W comments on the Ladds 500: “Reminds me of the time I rode (almost) 50-miles’ worth of laps around a nearby 1/3-mile MUP loop.” Heather M has joined the Sprocket Strava Club: “Hello from Oakland, CA.” A Text from Ethan Georgi: “Maybe I’m the only one who enjoyed hearing about Aaron’s Whole 30 adventure. Food matters. Different points of view matter.” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks

In the studio we have the Corvidae Bike Club! Solae, Lex, Chris, Tink & Scotty explain what they do and how you can participate in their events in the Portland area. Caw! Calendar 2nd THURSDAY of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century May 19: DC Bike Ride June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 (10 days left to back their fundraising efforts to go.) Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Mail From Eric Weisz on the Sprocket Strava Club: “Gotta get Tim Mooney into this Strava group!” From Glenn Kubish on Twitter: check out the Bike Parade in the Moscow that’s not in Idaho. From Mac-Nurse David: worst day ride & cold camping From Joyce “Looking forward to never hearing the phrase “Whole30” again! ;-)” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks

Tonya Oyala and Brad Nelson from Events By Axiom join to talk Cranksgiving and a bag of wine, commuting, triathalons, Pedalpalooza, bike touring and more! Calendar 2nd THURSDAY of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Feb 24: Menagerie in Motion Kinetic Derby Gainsville, FL Feb 24: Not-So-Noisy Community Festival Bike Ride Daytona Beach, FL (including the FL premiere of the film “Why We Cycle”) April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century May 19: DC Bike Ride June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century* Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Boise, ID – February 8, 2018 Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 (more on this in headlines) Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines Filmed by Bike is Going to SXSW From Washington Post This simple solution to smartphone addiction is now used in over 600 U.S. schools From streetsblog USA How America’s Bike Helmet Fixation Upholds a Culture of “Unfettered Automobility” From strava.com Sebastien Poole has created a Sprocket Podcast Strava Club From Telegraph UK via Josh G Saudi prince ‘spends £558,000’ on one week holiday in Turkey   Mail Brock sends some questions on Car2Go: Smart cars gone. Lotta cars available. Where we gonna put our wet bikes? From Mac-Nurse David: “From the ‘just take my money already!’ file… found at a local bike shop” Also from Mac-Nurse David: I hope The Red Hare Among Horses isn’t territorial. Here’s how the new bike got home. Superfan Aqua gives us 5 stars! Josh G posted a review of our show… and our patch Speaking of patches, from Sean Baird: Todd G sent us some more art: Lastly, some reviews Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks

Jessie Blanchard rides for a cause: to defeat ALS. What’s it like to ride Oregon’s Reach The Beach charity ride? This, and other centuries, all casual-like. Impressive! Aaron compares cheating on his diet to “sex with your pants on.” Calendar 2nd THURSDAY of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in minneapolis 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Feb 24: Menagerie in Motion Kinetic Derby Gainsville, FL Feb 24: Not-So-Noisy Community Festival Bike Ride Daytona Beach, FL (including the FL premiere of the film “Why We Cycle”) April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century May 19: DC Bike Ride June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century* Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Boise, ID – February 8, 2018 Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From trimet.org Adding and Expanding Bus Service Through Spring 2019 From the Chicago Tribune via Anna Black neighborhoods still see most bike tickets, police data show Mail Pics from Andre Johnson in MN: From Jeremy Kitchen backpacking in NZ: a postcard! “Day 14 ???km in, 1000km to go.” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks

We are joined by return guests Armando, Aqua, and Joan to chat about volunteering for bicycling events and what they’ve been up to this winter. Also thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations (this episode Aaron does his best Springsteen tribute for them), and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Feb 1-3: Portland Winter Light Festival Feb 3: Caddyshack! Ride Feb 11: Worst Day of the Year Ride* Feb 24: Menagerie in Motion Kinetic Derby Gainsville, FL April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 Team Sprocket Podcast will interview you!! April 29: Monster Cookie Metric Century from Listener Hersch May 19: DC Bike Ride June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century* Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Boise, ID – February 8, 2018 Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From the Washington Post via Tim Mooney: For public transit agencies losing riders, microtransit might be an answer Mail From William C in MI “Say nice things about Detroit! [again]”: There is a strong grass roots effort with serious momentum to add cycling to local conversation. In addition to the inclusion of MOGO, bike lanes, Slow Roll and a receptive culture, Detroit has added a velodrome to the landscape. Bert F. found Aaron’s doppelganger: From Ranger Tom: he is entertained! Our mailing address: The sprocket podcast/Stream PDX C/o Open Signal 2766 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97212 USA Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna

Andy Anderson has done a lot of transit riding on Portland’s MAX Light Rail system, enough so that they wrote a book of poetry about the experiences on and around it titled “Hello, My Name Is Andy.” (low supply, but more being printed!) The book is available in a very limited run from Powell’s Books! We also talk more stolen bikes, Aaron’s strange diet, and more! Also Thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Feb 1-3: Portland Winter Light Festival Feb 3: Caddyshack! Ride Feb 11: Worst Day of the Year Ride* Feb 24: Menagerie in Motion Kinetic Derby Gainsville, FL April 8: Pedal Pursuit April 14: Ladd’s 500 May 19: DC Bike Ride June 23: Petal Pedal* August 19: Portland Century* Sept 2: Tour de Lab* Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Boise, ID – February 8, 2018 Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From bikeportland.org via superfan aqua: “I’ll be your correspondent in front of that infamous furniture store while construction begins!” SE Foster road diet finally out to bid: Construction will start in May From TheLily.com via Laura Crawford “Y’all got a nice shout-out as a resource for others wanting to bike across the country. :)” Biking cross-country helped this woman feel empowered and at peace — so she did it twice Recovery In the Columbia River Gorge Mail From Ashley Lance: a discount code for any of the Axiom Event Production 2018 rides: Sprocket18 It’s good for $5 off any adult ride registration! Also from Mac-Nurse David Found at Fred Meyer: “Presented without comment.” Chris in CO: on bike lights, headphones, and a “welcome to Guthrie” Voicemail from Tim Mooney From Tomas Skadow: “This episode (394) should be renamed Laughter is the Best Medicine. Joan is awesome.” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna

Ashley Lance & Phil Barber are friends of planned guest Tonya (who will be on soon) with some stories. Ashley & her partner Daniel take a tour in Italy (we also talked to them about their Cuba tour), while Phil rides the coastal forest, leads rides themed around disaster, and both of them are helping to plan the Worst Day of the Year Ride though their work with Events by Axiom. Also: Aaron is now in the Tiger Blood stage of his #Whole30 diet. Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Jan 28: Ovarian Psycos @ the Hollywood Theater (find other screenings on their facebook page) Feb 3: Caddyshack! ride Feb 11: worst day of the year ride Feb 24: Menagerie in Motion Kinetic Derby Gainsville, FL Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Boise, ID – February 8, 2018 Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines Aqua makes a splash with friends on bikes! Aaron’s home county does some good via Anna: Re-Bicycle Lenawee is a non-profit community-run bike shop in Adrian, MI From bikebiz.com via Anna Cyclists With IPods Hear The Same As Motorists Listening To Nothing Mail Todd S: How to ride/tour with a beginner From Todd G in DC “a link to my website!” From robert R on lights Also on lights Drew “the Welder” EJ chimes in about Congestion Pricing: a good TED talk on the topic “The second, and maybe more important, part of the story is that they completed a 10 year survey of health impacts in 2016. Asthma rates among children dropped dramatically.” Lastly, Ethan Georgi made a ringtone Also, listeners can go to https://tinyurl.com/swingbikeringtone to download an iphone ringtone & an mp3 for anybody else. Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna

“Catchin’ up” with Aaron & Guthrie: it’s the new year, and we take some time to reflect on the past year’s experiences, along with what the new one may hold. Also, Aaron goes through his bag and finally prepares to mail stickers and patches to our donors! Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Jan 28: Ovarian Psycos @ Hollywood Theater (and elsewhere!) Feb 3: Caddyshack! ride Feb 24: Menagerie in Motion Kinetic Derby Gainsville, FL Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Boise, ID – February 8, 2018 Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines One-minute news from twitter: a fine upstanding #yegbike citizen (Edmonton, Canada) gives a 10 minute safety lesson to an errant motorist Mail From Sam who is cycling the world: “I have a three part blog series coming out about my experience, the first of which is available here if you wanted to read more. https://pedalingtheglobe.com/trip-diary-bicycle-touring-the-annapurna-circuit-part-i/ “I also just finished putting together a short video of my experience which I’m hoping shows what its like to cycle at altitude on The Annapurna Circuit (video).” Anna comments on E394 with Joan : “i just woke up the cohost because i was listening in bed and laughing at the coffee/whole30 commentary. such good banter.” FROM THE RANGER OF TOM! on “Woo Woo Lights” From William in MI: Where’s the new show? Don’t disrespect Detroit! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna

Joan & Guthrie trade notes on library science – specifically, how books are organized.

Joan Petit is a librarian, engaged citizen, adoptive mother AND a bicyclist. We chat with her about the downsides of gentrification and freeway expansion (a bad idea), and then move on tn bike lighting and its rigorous standards in Germany. We obviously need to have her back for another episode. Also, Guthrie & Aaron discuss the new year, and they tell the story of how Anna became a stolen bicycle retrieving superhero! Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Feb 3 (from Maria Schur): Caddyshack! A 25mi. “socially paced jaunt around local golf courses” Feb 24: Menagerie in Motion Kinetic Derby Gainsville, FL Sept. 22: Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race Lowell, MA UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES: Boise, ID – February 8, 2018 Aarhus, Demark – March 3, 2018 SXSW, Austin, TX – TBD around March 9-12, 2018 Copenhagen – March 10, 2018 Albany, NY – July 22, 2018 Seattle, WA – TBD Vancouver, WA – TBD Arcata, CA – November, 2018 Bendigo, Australia – October, 2018 Headlines From bikeportland.org Colville-Andersen: “Portland is completely overrated as a bike city” From outsideonline.com The Real-Life Superhero Who Beats the Cops to Bike Thieves Mail Via Josh G. apropos E392: “How about Minneapolis?” SOUTHSIDE BATTLETRAIN Omar Raul Pineda says: “Felíz navidad, amigos! Greetings from Bogotá, Colombia!” Eric Wiesz says: “Happy New Years, Sprocketeers!” Ethan Georgi asked to use Eric Iverson’s song as a ringtone; Eric responds “YES” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna

Dr. Peter Furth is a smart guy who thinks about how people get around, and a friend of our former guest Peter Koonce who sent us his way. He spoke with Brock at his office a few days before Christmas in his office on the Northeastern University campus; the conversation ranged from traffic logistics to bicycling stress, and it was great to hear the passion in Peter’s voice when he talks about how things could be. Learn more about Peter & his work here: http://www.northeastern.edu/peter.furth/ We’ll be back soon with more in-studio episodes. Have a great new year!

Happy Holidays, all you Sprocket Podcast devotees! Or, as these socks suggest, happy Challah Days if that is appropriate to your observance. Brock went to Boston as is his custom for the Christmas season, and while there he spoke with Michael & Bianca of the Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race, an amazing feat of engineering and teamwork that sees groups compete with homemade human-powered machines through obstacles such as a river and a mud pit. Listen to our interview conducted in the back office of a seasonal skating rink! The Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race happens every third Saturday in September EVERY YEAR, so get your team together and your machine engineered! Other Kinetic Sculpture Races in the world (from Wikipedia): Humboldt County, CA: Kinetic Universe, Memorial Day & all year round Baltimore, MD: http://www.kineticbaltimore.com/, May 2018 Port Townsend, WA: https://www.ptkineticrace.org/, October 2018 Corvallis, OR: http://www.davincidays.org/, TBA 2018 Ventura, CA: http://www.kineticrace.com/, TBA 2018 Klamath Falls, OR: http://www.klamathkinetic.org/, TBA 2018 Philadelphia, PA: http://kensingtonkineticarts.org/, TBA 2018 Cour D’Alene, ID: https://www.gizmo-cda.org/, TBA 2018? See you back after the new year with another studio episode. Happy New Year to you & yours!

EJ & Ellie join us in the studio to retell the fateful story of their first bike camping trip, marked by (soft) tradgedy! Actually, it all worked out pretty well in the end, and got them hooked. Do YOU have a wrench in your toolkit? Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Dec. 23 – Christmas Eve Eve: Night of Barrel Aged Beers Headlines From streesblog via EJ in PDX “apparently a car salesman doesn’t like public transit” Surprise! Elon Musk Is Revolted By Transit Listen to the words Musk says, and it’s clear he has a very superficial understanding of the dynamics of transportation systems. “People like individualized transport,” alright. Until they all want to go the same way at the same time in big clunky cars and get stuck in traffic. The frustration of a traffic jam is something Musk is quite familiar with, and yet he seems oblivious to the fact that his own individualized transport solutions will end in the same congestion. From Fotune.com Elon Musk Calls Transit Expert ‘An Idiot’ and Says Public Transport ‘Sucks’ A Boring Company spokesman sought to clarify to Wired that Musk was criticizing current public transit systems, not the concept of public transit as such. Musk’s ambition, which he’s pursuing through projects including The Boring Company, is to replace subways and buses with autonomous, individualized ‘pods’ to take riders precisely where they want to go, on demand. From oregonlive.com via listener Wroderick “not sure if you guys saw this. A lot of my Oregon peeps are screaming about it.” Southeast Portland Fred Meyer to close The Fred Meyer at Southeast 82nd Avenue and Foster Road will close by Jan. 20, the grocer’s corporate parent said Wednesday, citing underperformance. “The decision to close this location was based on long-term business performance and forecasts,” spokesman Jeffery Temple said in a written statement. Mail New Donor Armando Luna! Thanks! From EJ in PDX Hey Sprocket Podcast! I just watched a documentary on minimalism that fits into the “simpler living” category even if doesn’t cover bikes or transit. https://minimalismfilm.com/ Cheers, EJ From Listener Jason A Bakfiets that turns into a stroller From Eric Iverson Audio of what riding a swing bike is like Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel

Kraig Pauli raced in and won the 2017 Steens Mazama 1000 (a 1000 mile endurance race through Oregon). He joins us in the studio to describe his journey through the event and what his tips, tricks and surprises were. Learn more about the Steens Mazama 1000, and apply if you dare, at steensmazama1000.com Also, the Holidays are upon us and Aaron feels conflicted. Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Dec. 12: Hanukkah begins at sunset Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017 Dec 17 Starkwood Holiday Lights Ride Headlines New donor! Jimmy Diesel! Thanks, Jimmy. Bike Umbrellas are a real thing! From cleveland.com: NOACA boosts protected bike lane projects in Cleveland with spending package\ Mail Chris in CO sent us a video of the world’s lightest (electric) (motorcycle) bike From the PDXPodFest – cleaner audio! we’ll be remastering and reposting the audio from last week. Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel

Jimmy Diesel & his sister Mary join to chat about Jimmy’s bicycle adventure from Lake Tahoe to Portland, Oregon to Portland, Maine! He fills us in on his 104 day trip. Tim Mooney from Pedalshift joins us as well, because, y’know, bike touring! Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Every 2nd Sunday of every month Corvidae Bike Club Ride Dec 9: BBQ & Booch Ride Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017 Dec 17 Starkwood Holiday Lights Ride Headlines From CNN Travel Great-grandmother cycles 10,000 miles — and she’s not stopping Mail From Todd G in DC: A friendly FYI. Aaron was nearly impossible to hear this week. From P-nut Butter Jar Matt – Speaking of the indignity of riding transit, did you happen to catch this State Farm ad? Also, I saw these in my local grocery store the other day. Overnight oats are going mainstream! But, don’t buy these, just make them at home. It’s not hard. Seriously. Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro

newly remastered version with high quality audio! Guthrie, Aaron & Brock gave a live 20 minute presentation of the show at the first annual Portland Podcast Festival, an exciting event that brought many of Portland’s talented media creators together for a great night of fun. We captured our 20 minute set, plus some audio backstage before and after. Many thanks to Greg & Sarah of Funemployment Radio and Jason Lamb of Minority Retort for their hard work putting this event together. Keep your eyes on the festival’s website for the next one!

Madeline Kovacs is the program director of Portland for Everyone a coalition of community organizations, individuals, and local businesses that support those land use policies that will help provide abundant, diverse & affordable housing options in all of Portland’s neighborhoods. Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Nov 23: Dead Streets Ride Nov 28: Winter Wonderland Bike the Lights Ride Dec 1: Pedalshift turns 100! Dec 2: Portland Podcast Festival (with Sprocket Podcast!!!) Dec 2: Bike Parade 3 coloring book launch party Dec 9: BBQ & Booch Ride Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017 Headlines From theguardian.com via @dudeluna ‘s twitter feed The big bike helmet debate: ‘You don’t make it safe by forcing cyclists to dress for urban warfare’ From metronews.ca via our many #yegbike friends ‘The sole reason why I am still cycling’: Newbie winter bikers praise downtown bike grid From mobilitylab.org Portland’s parking-policy successes will get a go now in California Mail None, this time around! Send us some? Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro

Elly Blue and Joe Biel of Microcosm Publishing and Brian “VeloGioielli” are here to talk about Bike Craft and holiday shopping with ethics. Get your locally produced bicycle-related goods for the people you care about this holiday season! Also, Guthrie MC’d his first event with the Sprocket, and Aaron got his flight schedules mixed up. Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Nov 23: Dead Streets Ride Nov 28: Winter Wonderland Bike the Lights Ride Dec 1: Pedalshift turns 100! Dec 2: Portland Podcast Festival (with Sprocket Podcast!!!) Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017 Headlines From streetsblog.org By Michael Andersen, PlacesForBikes Bikes and Transit Keep Racking Up Ballot Wins From bikeportland.org Mt. Tabor neighborhood votes 45-5 against diverters at 50th and Lincoln Mail From Don B in PDX: “why did you ignore the rest of the Tim Boyle article?” Chris Smith answers our questions about the Trimet Bond Measure Sponsor Gregory Braithwaite takes us to task on pronunciation Todd G. in DC: “so many bike shares, so little time.” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro

Tom McTighe has been coordinating Cranksgiving, the yearly charity-driven alleycat race, for a few years here in Portland, Oregon, and this year he brings another event with his team of amazing volunteers for a tight, short course to keep the generous out of the rain when possible. It’s coming this Saturday! Find one in your area (if you’re not in PDX) by checking cranksgiving.org! It happens all over. Also Thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Going on until Nov 19: 7th Annual Coffeeneuring Challenge Nov 16: Brock’s band Lumberjack at the White Eagle Nov 18: Cranksgiving! With special guest Emcees! Dec 1: Pedalshift turns 100! Dec 2: Portland Podcast Festival (with Sprocket Podcast!!!) Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017 Headlines PBOT Just published a new crash map From the oregonian $1.7 billion transportation bond measure won’t make 2018 ballot From the oregonian Tim Boyle: Portland leaders must address safety issues downtown From bikeportland.org Tamika Butler, racism, and the segregation of public space Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Patrick Archain, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro

Alex Phillips works with Oregon State Parks on the Scenic Bikeways program to create beautiful rides in scenic corridors, and she drops by to explain how the system works. We’re lucky to have these opportunities in our state, and we were happy to have her in to chat about them! Our friends at The Path Less Pedaled also did an interview with Alex back in 2011! Also Thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers for generously providing our libations, and our generous Patreon donors for underwriting our operating costs! Calendar 2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party Also 2nd of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party Going on until Nov 19: 7th Annual Coffeeneuring Challenge Nov 1-9: Nine Days of Pie! Nov 16: Brock’s band Lumberjack at the White Eagle Nov 18: Cranksgiving! With special guest Emcees! Dec 1: Pedalshift turns 100! Dec 2: Portland Podcast Festival (with Sprocket Podcast!!!) Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017 Headlines From seattle bike blog: SDOT begins installing locally-made side guards on city trucks From theHill.com via Josh G. “I request an extensive analysis of this conceptual analysis on the Sprocket” Perry links fossil fuel development to preventing sexual assault Mail From Alan in WI: “I replayed several times to make sure I heard them correctly and it pissed me off. I think someone in the bicycle industry should make a retort to their comment.” Two Reviews on Facebook! Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Patrick Archain, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro

Jeremy Mendelson has been following The Sprocket Podcast for some time, and has been on the show a few times before (once in 2012 and once in 2015), but this is the first time he’s been to Portland! We chat about his many travels by bike, the transit jobs between trips that fund his adventures, and his take on the oft-hailed Portland, Oregon now that he’s finally been able to see it in person. Listen to episodes of his Critical Transit podcast! Calendar Oct 13-Nov 19: 7th Annual Coffeeneuring Challenge Oct 26-28: St. Johns River-to_Sea Loop Summit and Trail Celebration Deland, FL Oct 27: The Beer Mongers Halloween Party Costumes,Music, Prizes Oct 28: QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH GRANT PETERSEN. At Rivelo bike shop Nov 1-9: Nine Days of Pie! Nov 16: Lumberjack at the White Eagle Nov 18: Cranksgiving! With special guest Emcees! Dec 1: Pedal Shift turns 100! Dec 2: Portland Podcast Festival (with Sprocket Podcast?!?) Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017 Headlines From Logan Smith “TRAVEL OREGON: THE GAME” LAUNCHES, INSPIRED BY CLASSIC VIDEO GAME Mail Physical Mail from Greg and Hod & The Helpers: Oh yeah, and watch the amazing video for “Learn To Relax!” Fine Print Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines) graphic design: Marcus Norman web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com email us: [email protected] phone/SMS: 503-847-9774 Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast Donate: Patreon (ongoing) or Square Cash (one-time) Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs: Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Patrick Archain, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro