All Bodies on Bikes

Courage, Cows, and CPR: Saving lives and ourselves at Mid South

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0700

"I saved him, and I changed my life. What a weekend." —Donna Smith, Mid South DFL 2026 (50mi)

Donna Smith didn't intend to be more than a Mid South 50-mile finisher when she set out to train for it as part of the All Bodies on Bikes 2026 team. Luckily for one rider, her training—and her strong body—helped save a life by administering CPR at mile 6.

And she met Millie the friendly cow at the Salsa Oasis Chaise Lounge.

Make sure your saddle is secure for this wild ride!

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is supported by BikeTiresDirect.com. Use code ALLBODS for 10% off your order, and for 6% to go toward supporting future episodes of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast. Thanks!

Kristen's incredible journey to DFL 2026

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0700

By now you know our tagline — all bodies are good bodies, all bike are good bikes, all rides are celebrated. Kristen Owenreay's story from her 2026 Mid South 100-mile ride is all of these things and more.

Celebrating DFL at Mid South is about more than a party; it's about gifting the finish line experience to every rider. Kristen faced mechanical issues, health issues, logistics issues, and more, but still had the time and space to finish the ride. Keeping a course open for as long as possible opens up the field of cycling to encourage more and more riders to try it out at their own pace, and celebrate their wins, not just the podium.

Kristen also has a personal connection to seeing more fat bodies on bikes, which you'll hear in the beginning. It's a testament to body acceptance at any size, and living the life you have in front of you instead of taking drastic measures to fit a mold based in bias.

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is supported by BikeTiresDirect.com. Use code ALLBODS for 10% off your order, and for 6% to go toward supporting future episodes of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast. Thanks!

🎬 WE ARE CYCLISTS is live today! Watch the new film by Shimano

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0700

Are you ready for ten minutes of joy??

Our new film by Shimano is live TODAY on YouTube. Watch it now: https://youtu.be/nCFaOAMtzNo

What are you waiting for??

We Are Cyclists: The All Bodies on Bikes Story picks up exactly where the first film left off in 2021 before All Bodies on Bikes was even a thing. Back then, it was just a radical idea that we all deserve joy and to ride bikes.

In the five years since then, All Bodies on Bikes has become a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with chapters across the US. We have a podcast, we have gravel teams, we have a library of resources! And the film tracks that evolution.

It's absolutely delightful and packs a huge punch in 10 minutes.

Starring: Marley Blonsky & Kaily Kornhauser

Directed by: Robin Sansom

Cinematography: Robin Sansom, Josh Sawyer, Adam Kachman

Graphic Design: Eli Atkins

Colorist: Michael Schatz, RKM Studios

An Offsite Studio Production for Shimano and All Bodies on Bikes

Music:

Epilogue by Ian Post

Ode to Joy by Metromusic

Waiting for a Sign by Ctrl S

These Days by Louis Island

Ballo in Casa Capuleti by Bottega Baltazar

Inselurlaub by Hanjo Gabler

Ode to Joy by The Adicts

Life is Good by The Hunts

Live Panel with WE ARE CYCLISTS film director Robin Sansom & producer Nick Legan

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0700

The new short film WE ARE CYCLISTS: The All Bodies on Bikes Story picks up where the original film left off.

We see what self-described fat cyclists Marley Blonsky and Kailey Kornhauser have created in the six years since the original film was released, following them from coast to coast and meeting members from the community that they have created.

In this panel, you'll hear from Marley and Kailey, who are joined by Nick Legan, the film's champion at Shimano, and Robin Sansom, the film's director. Moderated by ABOB chapter leader AC Cohen, and recorded live in Portland, Ore., after a screening of the film, the group discusses how the industry has shifted, what it means to find joy when others want to take it from you, and what belonging truly means for our organization.

WE ARE CYCLISTS will premiere globally on March 18th.

Watch the trailer here (we dare you not to smile while watching): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2b1NClgQHM

Watch it on Shimano's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@RideShimano/videos

What's ABOB up to this Spring/Summer?

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0700

There’s so much happening!

First off we discuss how All Bodies on Bikes is doing amid major funding challenges. HINT: If you’re able to support All Bodies on Bikes by becoming a member, now is the time! Visit www.allbodiesonbikes.com

So what’s going on in the next few months? We’ll be at Mid South this weekend, March 3-16, including an expo booth, ABOB members riding the 50 and 100-mile routes, and the incredible DFL party. Marley has a new Salsa gravel bike and a new children’s book, “Ragtag Best Friends Bicycle Club,” releasing April 15 (with signed pre-orders).

Oh and just a little thing … a new Shimano short film!!! “We Are Cyclists: The All Bodies On Bike Story” launches March 18, followed by a Midwest screening tour kicking off at Unbound Gravel, then travelling onward to Minneapolis, Madison, Chicago, Des Moines, and Kansas City.

Watch the original All Bodies on Bikes film by Shimano on their YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JytAXpxmmQY

And check out the trailer for the new film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2b1NClgQHM

We also have ABOB chapter events updates. Visit www.allbodiesonbikes.com/events for a ride near you.

01:52 Become an All Bodies on Bikes member!

03:18 Come see us at Mid South Gravel

05:36 What to expect at the Mid South DFL Party

10:45 Pre-Order Marley Blonsky’s new children’s book, The Rag Tag Best Friends Bicycle Club

12:00 New Shimano Film Announcement: “We Are Cyclists” (watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2b1NClgQHM)

15:17 “We Are Cyclists” Midwest Film Tour

17:29 All Bodies on Bikes Chapter Events and New Chapters

20:07 Funding Reality and How to Support Us

Building strength to power your pedaling with Miranda Lyle

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0700

Today Ellen and Marley welcome strength and performance coach and mountain biker Miranda Lyle, founder of Play Strong Fitness, where she specializes in mountain biking conditioning programs. We discuss why muscle mass, strength, and durability support longevity and better riding.

We also talk about gym motivation, return-to-sport conditioning after injuries, butts... er, glute strength, and why you should treat your body the same as your bike: with regular maintenance and occasional tune-ups when something goes wrong.

On March 16, Miranda is launching a free, online Gear Up Challenge with Shredly. It's five days of super simple challenges, each 10 to 15 minutes long, anchored in the five pillars of her mountain biking program. Two live workshops will also dive a little bit deeper into what a strategic recovery session looks like, so that you can apply what you learn to longer bike rides.

Learn more & sign up here: https://mirandasofferings.myflodesk.com/offtrailshredly (Psst - You'll get a Shredly discount for signing up!)

03:40 Finding Motivation to Train

05:47 Glutes Are Your Powerhouse

08:38 Owwies, Aches, and Training

11:10 Why Lifting + Biking = Great

14:39 Advice for Imposter Syndrome at the Gym

20:02 Returning to Cycling after an Injury

23:45 Aging And Muscle Loss

26:22 Miranda's "SEE" Method

29:34 About the Off Trail Programs

31:21 Join the Play Strong Fitness x Shredly Gear Up Challenge, March 16-21, 2026: https://mirandasofferings.myflodesk.com/offtrailshredly

Find Miranda online:

https://www.playstrongfitness.com/off-trail-mountain-biking-conditioning-programs

https://www.instagram.com/playstrongfitness/

https://www.youtube.com/@playstrongfitness

Follow All Bodies on Bikes:

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is supported by BikeTiresDirect.com. Use code ALLBODS for 10% off your order, and for 6% to go toward supporting future episodes of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast. Thanks!

Riding as Resistance: The Alex Pretti Memorial Ride

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0700

This is a short conversation Ellen & Marley had with Jarrod Alder before our DFL discussion last episode.

Jarrod was a key organizer of Minneapolis’s Alex Pretti Memorial Ride on January 31st, 2026, held just a few days after Pretti’s murder at the hands of ICE Agents. The ride in Minneapolis saw over 5,000 participants, and there were more than 300 rides around the world.

This is a story of riding as resistance; of how the cycling community came together to honor one of our own, and to take a stand. We hope you take away a feeling of hope, that you are not alone in feeling feelings about what is happening, and that you leave with one example of how everyone can find a way to oppose what’s happening.

As of airing this episode in February, at least six people have been killed by ICE in 2026, and ICE is still active across Minnesota. News outlets report as many as 500 agents are still on the ground, which, while being reported as a draw-down, is still a huge and disruptive presence. For ways to support our neighbors in the north, we’ve linked to a reddit thread with links to dozens of organizations. Nation-wide, you can call your representatives and voice your opposition.

Minnesota still needs us:

https://www.reddit.com/r/minnesota/comments/1qcfpmw/how_you_can_help_master_list/

The Magic of The Mid South DFL Party

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:15:00 -0700

This is the third and final episode in our 3-part series on The Mid South Gravel bike ride. You cannot talk about the Mid South without talking about their now-infamous DFL (Dead-F*cking-Last) party. So we invited two of our favorites on to talk about it.

Jarrod Alder tells his story of his muddy Mid South ride that sparked the first party back in 2017, and Beth McBride shares her experience as the most recent DFL rider. She earned her designation back in 2024, but because the event was canceled last year, she has yet to pass the torch.

This year, All Bodies on Bikes has teamed up with the Mid South and Ride with GPS to host the DFL Party! We are so excited for some of the ideas we have up our sleeve. If you're going to be at Mid South, come find us and celebrate the last person to cross the finish line with the biggest party and the most joy you have ever seen.

Training for a better ride (not a smaller body) with Dave Schell

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0700

In this episode, Marley Blonsky—who is somewhat notorious for NOT training before a long ride—interviews Coach Dave Schell, cycling coach for the All Bodies on Bikes Mid South Gravel team. Dave helps all athletes fit training into their lives, making it enjoyable, effective, and doable.

They talk about the importance of consistency, how to manage stress about working in a ride, and tailoring workouts to your individual needs, from physical differences to whatever life is currently throwing at you. They also discuss nutrition and how to fuel your body for a long distance event.

Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips for making the most of your training so that you can enjoy the ride!

00:47 Meet Coach Dave Schell

01:52 The Role of a Cycling Coach

03:10 Training Tips and Strategies

07:38 Incorporating Training into Daily Life

11:15 Success Stories and Realistic Goals

20:07 Common Training Pitfalls

22:41 Nutrition and Fueling for Rides

Website: https://www.kaizenendurance.coach/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaizenendurance/

Podcast: https://www.kaizenendurance.coach/podcast

Fundraising: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=M5QPG8XCVKZ86

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is supported by BikeTiresDirect.com. Use code ALLBODS for 10% off your order, and for 6% to go toward supporting future episodes of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast. Thanks!

The Mid South Gravel ABOB team experience with Matt Fisher

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0700

Each year All Bodies on Bikes takes a team of non-traditional athletes to Mid South Gravel for the ride of their lives, focused on joyful movement and fun. They train together virtually through the winter from their homes across the country, then finally come together for a weekend full of excitement, endless miles of red dirt, and some of the best parties you’ve experienced, INCLUDING the “DFL” dead-effing-last party.

This episode is a conversation I had with Matt Fisher, a 2025 team member and now a mentor for 2026’s team, as well as a founding member of our Dallas Fort Worth All Bodies on Bikes chapter. We wanted to share his story as a peek into what it’s like to be part of the team.

The next two episodes will focus on different aspects of the All Bodies on Bikes Mid South experience. Next week Marley chats with Coach Dave who works with athletes to create training programs they use throughout the winter. And in two weeks we're celebrating a celebration… aka gushing about what makes the DFL party special.

(And yes, this is your little nudge to consider applying for next year’s team!)

So you want to be a bike influencer...

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:15:00 -0700

If you’ve ever said “I could do that!” when you see cool bike influencer content, this episode is for you!

In this episode we get a peek behind the curtain into Marley’s life as a professional cycling influencer and athlete, from contracts & comments to authenticity and selling out. Ellen’s perspective as a marketing professional helps you understand what brands are looking for when working with individual influencers, and Marley breaks down the work that happens to make this lifestyle a reality.

If you're ready to start your own account, we hope you do! The world needs as many unique bodies on bikes as possible.

00:55 Engagement and Social Media

04:21 Influencer Life

08:33 Contracts and Brand Relationships

16:59 Ethics, Disclosures and Fairness

24:31 Crafting Your Pitch to Brands

26:23 The Challenges of Content Creation

34:45 Navigating Sponsorships in the Bike Industry

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is supported by BikeTiresDirect.com. Use code ALLBODS for 10% off your order, and for 6% to go toward supporting future episodes of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast. Thanks!

Marley's Bike Crash: What to do if it happens to you

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0700

Today we're chatting about Marley's recent experience of doing everything kind of... well... wrong after being hit by a driver in a car while on her bike.

And honestly if a post-crash freak-out can happen to Marley, it could happen to anyone, so we want you to be prepared!

We outline the correct steps to take if you're ever in a similar situation, including how to check your body and your bike, why you need to get the driver's information, and repeatedly remind you to get medical attention… even if you feel fine in the moment. (Adrenaline is a hell of a drug!)

02:12 Details of the Crash

07:06 Vision Zero and Traffic Safety

12:51 What to Do After Being Hit by a Car on Your Bike

14:04 Importance of Context and Witnesses

15:01 Immediate Actions Post-Accident

17:40 Involving the Police and Bike Inspection

21:18 Emotional Reactions and Accepting Help

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is supported by BikeTiresDirect.com. Use code ALLBODS for 10% off your order, and for 6% to go toward supporting future episodes of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast. Thanks!

Inclusive Cycling Events: Building a Better Start Line

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:15:00 -0700

Want to ride more in 2026? Marley & Ellen are here to help you find the right cycling event for you! There are tons of rides that are inclusive and enjoyable and match your goals, whether you're interested in gravel or road cycling, long-distance rides, or social rides.

What can you look for to know if a cycling event is inclusive of all riders? Check the event details for non-binary or gender expansive categories, longer time limits, and a schedule of lead-up events that caters to all types of riders.

Once you find what fits your vibe, all you have to do is train—and we have tips for that too! 💪 If you are riding Unbound or Big Sugar in 2026, be sure to check out the FREE Wheels of Welcome program, led by Marley. Links below!

The All Bodies on Bikes crew will be at a ton of events this year. Come say hi, and let us know in the comments what events you'll be at, too.

02:57 What to look for to understand how inclusive a cycling event will be

06:52 Training tips for cycling long distances

09:58 Wheels of Welcome Program at Unbound & Big Sugar

15:47 Some of Marley’s favorite inclusive bike rides

Episode references:

Unbound Gravel 2026 Wheels of Welcome: https://www.unboundgravel.com/wheels-of-welcome/

Big Sugar 2026: Event info coming soon, and posted on their site: https://www.bigsugarclassic.com/

Scientific American: A Human on a Bicycle Is among the Most Efficient Forms of Travel in the Animal Kingdom: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-human-on-a-bicycle-is-among-the-most-efficient-forms-of-travel-in-the/

Pre-order Marley's new book, Rag Tag Best Friends Bicycle Club: https://ragtagbestfriendsbicycleclub.com/

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is supported by BikeTiresDirect.com. Use code ALLBODS for 10% off your order, and for 6% to go toward supporting future episodes of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast. Thanks!

What to wear for different types of cycling

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:15:00 -0700

Marley and Ellen dive into the importance of choosing the right cycling clothing, especially for individuals in larger bodies. They share personal experiences and offer practical tips for various biking needs, from casual commuting to long-distance rides.

03:18 All Bodies on Bikes began with size-inclusive advocacy

04:18 Challenges of finding cycling clothing for people in bigger bodies

05:56 How to choose the right padded bike shorts

12:01 Gravel and road cycling fashion

13:32 How to choose cycling bibs vs. bike shorts

18:26 Do you need specific clothes for mountain biking?

19:33 How to choose clothes for your bike commute

20:36 Staying dry while bike-commuting in the rain

23:24 How to be safe & visible when riding your bike

25:11 How to layer for warmth when cycling

References

Check out the new ABOB Cycling Kit - sizing up to 6X!
Marley recommends Cleverhood (and ABOB will get a % if you buy one of these!)
We luv Shredly and their inclusive sizing!
You can pre-order Marley’s new children’s book, Rag Tag Best Friends Bicycle Club here: https://stronggirlpublishing.com/ragtag/
And we mentioned our episode, cycling with a uterus - listen on Spotify or Apple

Our top six podcasts from 2025 with Ellen & Marley

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0700

What. A. Year.

In many ways, we are ready to wave good-bye to 2025, but there were some truly incredible things happening all over the cycling world—and we got to talk to a lot of the people doing them.

In this episode Marley & Ellen revisit our favorite podcast moments from 2025, including:

Emily Chappell (Spotify | Apple)
Gaza Sunbirds (Spotify | Apple) — Donate today - they’re at nearly £1M: https://gazasunbirds.org/
Radical Adventure Riders (Spotify | Apple)
Shredly founder Ashley Rankin (Spotify | Apple)
Inclusive riding w/ Eli & Jacob (Spotify | Apple)
Cycling w/ a uterus (Spotify | Apple)

Other things we talked about on this episode:

Ilona Maher was on her period during the Sports Illustrated swimsuit fashion show: https://www.reddit.com/r/popculturechat/comments/1l2lbq8/ilona_maher_reveals_she_walked_the_sports/

Brooks Nader’s period started while at Wimbledon: https://www.buzzfeed.com/mychalthompson/brooks-nader-normalizing-period

Bike fits for every body (even you!)

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0700

Ready for your first bike fit? Here’s what to expect! A bike fit is beneficial for all riders, regardless of size or riding experience. A lot can change during a bike fit, like saddle positioning, handlebar adjustments, crank length, and Q factor. Ellen & Marley also provide tips on DIY fits and budget-friendly options. We hope you leave this episode feeling confident and ready to get a bike fit - you deserve it!

Don't forget to buy the All Bodies on Bikes cycling kit or become a member! Visit https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

01:53 The importance of a bike fit

05:51 Does every cyclist need a bike fit?

09:12 What to expect during a bike fit

11:50 What adjustments can be made to a bike saddle?

15:57 Handlebars and reach

17:07 Crank length and pedal position

18:42 How Q factor is especially helpful for bigger bodied riders

20:11 Tire pressure and suspension

26:29 DIY bike fitting resource: MyVeloFit

27:27 You can do it, and you deserve it!

How to shop for a bike

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:45:00 -0700

What should you consider when purchasing a new bike? It depends! In this episode Marley and Ellen go over the questions we hear most often—how do you choose a shop? How do you know what type of bike to choose? What about sizing and weight limits when you’re researching bikes? How can you show up to a test ride prepared?

All Bodies on Bikes is working with bike shops across the country to make the experience inclusive of all riders. The main thing you need to know is… you can do it! And that you deserve respect, safety, and options when choosing a bike.

01:39 Preparing for your bike purchase

02:03 Ask yourself: how will I be riding this bike?

03:08 Where do I find bike weight limits for riders or cargo?

09:08 How to choose the bike shop that’s right for you

14:28 Size matters: how to narrow down frame sizing

19:59 How to shop secondhand and online for a bike

23:43 Research bikes within your budget, or consider creative financing

25:13 You can do it!

We're back ... for real this time!

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:15:00 -0700

Dearest listeners… life has been life-ing! We talked a big game in our last episode, only to be a 🤏little🤏 delayed, and truly back on track as of this episode. Here’s a quick explanation as to where we’ve been (literally!) and what to expect in our next episodes.

00:00 We’re back!

01:30 Marley moved across the country

05:06 We both got new bikes!

07:06 Upcoming episode topics

08:17 How to tell us we did a good job

Show links:

Gnargo Cargo e-bikes: https://gnargobikeco.com/collections/cargo-bikes

Multistory (Ellen's other podcast) episode about Bentonville, AR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnmpFSmzXlg

We're back! What was ABOB up to all summer?

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:15:00 -0700

Hey bike friends! Marley & Ellen are back from our summer breaks. Listen up to hear what's new from All Bodies on Bikes.

You can become an All Bodies On Bikes member anytime! Check our website for details. Free & paid levels have benefits for everyone.
Join our Discord! Request topics, participate in AMAs with Marley, and even chime in on episodes by sending in audio clips. Use this link for access: https://discord.gg/rbtehzzWV2
Marley had, and we quote, "the best cycling day of her life" climbing Mount Ventoux in France
Ellen is newly in love with front-bucket cargo bikes
Stay tuned for the All Bodies On Bikes short film sequel! We're planning a release tour later this year.
Ellen is starting Bike Buses in KC, contact her for details: ellen @ allbodiesonbikes.com
Don't forget you can get an ABOB Cleverhood cape or jacket and 20% of sales go to us!
and more :)

Learn more at www.allbodiesonbikes.com

Unbound 2025: Marley actually trained for a race! What to expect from recovery, and other stories

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0700

Marley had an awesome time at Unbound 2025! She and Ellen sit down to talk about what was different this year—her 5th time riding—plus what she recommends for future rides and what to expect from your body after you've completed a long bike ride. (109 miles of gravel takes its toll, no matter what!)

📣 Announcing All Bodies on Bikes NEW membership program! 📣 PLUS All Bodies on Bikes on The Today Show & summer events

Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

Friends! Listeners! We're back with updates on some exciting news from All Bodies on Bikes!

First be sure to sprint, not toodle, over to our website to be one of the first to get in on the All Bodies on Bikes Membership program! We've launched this new feature with 4 exciting tiers to choose from. There is something literally for everyone so go check it out! All members will get access to our Discord and resources, and each Tier adds more perks to help you to celebrate joyful movement.

Marley has been travelling with ABOB co-founder Kailey Kornhauser for some exciting rides, but also to begin filming with Shimano for the second All Bodies on Bikes film, a follow-up from the original.

And finally, keep your social media feeds tuned to All Bodies on Bikes this week while we wait for news of our Today Show debut!? (Kailey's mom predicted this—now it's coming true!) Marley and Kailey filmed a segment during the 5 Boro Bike Tour in NYC. We'll post it everywhere once it's broadcast so make sure you're following our Instagram and YouTube pages.

And don't forget, you can join local All Bodies on Bikes chapter events nationwide. Visit www.allbodiesonbikes.com/events for dates and details.

Say it with us... AHHHH!!

Creating inclusive & authentic cycling apparel for all bodies with Shredly founder Ashley Rankin

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -0700

Marley and Ellen sit down with Ashley Rankin, founder of Shredly, to discuss how her brand is redefining women's mountain bike and activewear apparel through inclusive sizing, vibrant designs, and a commitment to sustainability.

We explore Shredly's mission, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the impact of creating a welcoming community for all women in cycling.

Note! While Marley is sponsored by Shredly, this episode is not! Shredly aligns with our mission of creating and fostering an inclusive bike community—and that is super cool.

Highlights:

(02:28) Ashley's journey from high-end couture to high-function cycling fashion

(05:21) Why Ashley founded Shredly

(09:17) Challenges and triumphs when building a business

(12:49) Sustainability and size inclusivity

(21:12) When Marley met Shredly

(24:05) Empowerment through representation

(31:34) Building a community and a movement

Leading a truly inclusive ride with All Bodies on Bikes Ride Leaders Eli & Jacob

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0700

You may be sitting there asking, "Marley and Ellen, do you really need a whole dang episode devoted to inclusive rides? In the ABOB, we all fam!"

But the answer is YES! The more people who understand the work behind the scenes to create, foster, and protect these inclusive spaces should be shared. So we brought on two resident experts, Eli Kosko and Jacob Sheppard-Saidel, to talk through how they've created purposefully inclusive groups. They share their tips, experiences, and spreadsheets to help the next generation of organizers open their spaces to all.

Jacob Sheppard-Saidel is our All Bodies on Bikes chapter leader for Western Massachusetts. Follow @abob_westernmass (which also has details to join their Sugar Shack ride on Sunday, March 9!)

Eli Kosko is our All Bodies on Bikes chapter leader for Albuquerque. Follow @abob_abq to join up, and for details about their upcoming onramp series.

All Bodies on Bikes events, rides, and information for our 15 nationwide chapters can be found on our website, https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/events

The Gaza Sunbirds: Cycling, Resilience, and Humanitarian Aid

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0700

The Gaza Sunbirds started as a para-cycling team but have become a symbol of resilience and mutual aid in Gaza. Co-founder Karim Ali joins us to share the team’s journey—from breaking barriers in para-cycling to delivering life-saving aid by bike in the midst of war. We discuss the power of representation, the challenges of competing at the highest levels, and how cycling has become a tool for survival and solidarity. Tune in to learn how you can support their work.

Learn more about the Gaza Sunbirds

Gaza Sunbirds on Instagram

Authentic representation in cycling with Emily Chappell

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 06:15:00 -0700

Emily Chappell somewhat inadvertently created a dialogue on body image within the cycling world. After being the first woman across the finish line at the 2016 Transcontinental race, her cycling journey has inspired others to take up the sport as their authentic selves.

In this episode we also talk about

Emily Chappell's career as a bike messenger, ultra-distance cyclist, and adventurer
Her cycling trips through Asia and Alaska
How her honesty about her body image has added representation in the cycling world
The importance of queer spaces within cycling
How 'learning out loud' shows the world that everyone is at different parts of their journey
What's next for Emily?

Other episodes referenced:

Un-Retiring after a health break with Ellen Noble (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5DM79SEFNIEmPnxycIZueV)
Jacquelyn Francis rode 600 miles instead of flying to a conference (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PBHUME3iXtCdx3svGAHq1)

How Radical Adventure Riders builds inclusive cycling communities

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -0700

"If you haven't ridden a bike, then you don't know how powerful they are. And I welcome anybody and celebrate anybody who you somehow uses bikes as a tool for change." — Zahra Alabanza, Radical Adventure Riders

Today we spoke with Zahra Alabanza, organizer at Radical Adventure Riders (RAR) about the organization's beginnings, purposefully creating a space within cycling for FTWNB and BIPOC, leaning into community resources, and so much more. RAR has made itself known within cycling as a resource for group rides to be radically inclusive.

Show notes:

Zahra's reference to Erykah Badu's phrase, "over-lover" is from the song Out My Mind, Just In Time
Radical Adventure Riders maintains a resource list on their website
You can pick up your own sweet, sweet Lisa Frank-inspired RAR merch in their online store
Grab your own digital copy of their Group Ride Guide here ($11)
And finally keep your eyes peeled for their 2025 updates by following them on Instagram: @radical.adventure.riders

Cycling with a Uterus: Periods & Pregnancy

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -0700

"Anything you can do, I can do bleeding." - Marley

There are unique challenges to cycling as a person with a uterus, and we're here to talk about it!

This episode we cover cycling while pregnant, and cycling while on your period. Marley and Ellen are joined by Ellen's friend and fellow parent-commuter cyclist, Rachel Epler, to discuss the disparate data, anecdotes, and advice—plus your questions related to both topics.

Disclaimer: We aren't doctors! Every pregnancy, period, and person is different. Talk to a trusted medical provider if or when it's your turn to make these decisions.

Resources:

Opening song: Female Body by Farideh (@Farideh on TikTok, Insta, YouTube). Listen on YouTube.

We discussed several period underwear brands, but upon closer inspection not all of them as size-inclusive as we remembered. We're sorry for not catching this before recording! We later found Ruby (up to 8x), Tomboyx (up to 6x), and The Period Co (up to 6x). Brands mentioned are Boody (up to 3x), Thinx (up to 4x), and Knix (up to 4x).

Marley previously wrote about cycling while on your period for Cascade Bicycle Club

New Zealand politician Julie Anne Genter cycles to hospital to give birth.

As always, follow @AllBodiesOnBikes to tell us what you think!

Happy Festivus! Grievances, Feats of Strength, & Small Miracles in 2024

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0700

Happy Festivus!

Today is a day to air grievances, celebrate feats of strength, and declare seemingly small things to be nothing short of a miracle.

🤬 AIRING OF GRIEVANCES 🤬

We asked the All Bodies on Bikes community to send in some grievances and they did not disappoint! From bee stings on boobs, to e-bike snubbing, to equity in infrastructure, we (Marley and Ellen) got a few things off our chests in this episode.

🏋🏻‍♀️ FEATS OF STRENGTH 🏋🏻‍♀️

We celebrate two cyclists who attempted breaking the world record for around-the-world trips, Lael Wilcox (@laelwilcox) and Vedangi Kulkarni (@thisisvedangi); commend the city of Bentonville, AR, for post-tornado cleanup; send a shout-out to the 2024 Paris Olympics finally having gender parity (we also swoon over Ilona Maher, goddess of body image); and flex 💪 just a bit about All Bodies On Bikes' 2024 statistics.

✨ FESTIVUS MIRACLES ✨

We wrapped up with Festivus Miracles, like simply getting out for a ride, being excited for new bike lanes, or cheering that women's sports finally getting their due.

Share your grievances, feats, and miracles with us on Instagram! Follow @AllBodiesOnBikes and drop a comment.

Making cyclists (and good humans) for life with Amanda Carey, NICA President

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 03:00:00 -0700

"We are here to make cyclists for life, good humans for life—and we just do that through mountain biking." – Amanda Carey

Marley and Ellen sit down with Amanda Carey, National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) President, to talk about how NICA's programming builds character and community through youth mountain biking. She discusses how they're approaching issues of inclusivity, belonging, equitable access to their sport, and more in today's episode.

You can learn more and donate to NICA on their website, https://nationalmtb.org/

02:55 Coaching and Team Dynamics

07:37 Challenges and Inclusivity

13:42 Philosophy of Coaching

21:23 Community Involvement

26:01 How to Support NICA

30:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Election Special with Marley and Ellen

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Hey folkx, we're here with a few thoughts after the U.S. election. In case you were concerned—we're not going anywhere! And we're saying it out loud.

The election has some immediate impacts, like an administration change, as well as regional transportation funding wins and the first openly transgender member of Congress!

Check in with us on Instagram, @AllBodiesOnBikes to let us know how you're doing 💗

Links mentioned in the show:

People for Bikes' Round up of Transportation wins in the 2024 election

Nashville, Tennessee passes $3.1B transit funding

Sarah McBride will be the first openly transgender member of congress

Un-Retiring after a health break with Ellen Noble

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 06:30:00 -0700

Most athletes announce they're coming out of retirement, only to show up ready to roll at the next big race. But not Ellen Noble!

As an authentic and inspiring fixture in cyclocross racing, Ellen's announcement to un-retire was actually the start of beginning to train again after two years out of the professional circuit. Listen up to hear why that was important to her, how her studies to become a nutritionist will connect to her passion, and the perspective shift that comes with a concussion.

Plus, both Ellens get confused by talking to a fellow millennial Ellen at least twice.

Links mentioned in the show:

Ellen Noble's podcast, This One's For You on Apple or Spotify

Donate $50 or more to All Bodies On Bikes during our fall fundraiser and get a pair of Goodr x ABOB sunglasses!

Simone Biles Rising is on Netflix

All Bodies on Bikes Zwift group ride — link coming soon!

Follow Ellen on Instagram @EllenLikesBikes

Follow ABOB on Instagram @AllBodiesOnBikes

Jacquelyn Francis rode 600 miles instead of flying to a conference

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:30:00 -0700

Jacquelyn Francis is a renowned climate scientist and the founding executive director of the Global Warming Mitigation Project.

Earlier this summer, she embarked on an incredible 600 mile e-bike ride from Salt Lake City to Sun Valley, Idaho and back. Her journey aimed to raise awareness for climate action and to promote sustainable travel, demonstrating that long distance biking is not only feasible, but also a powerful statement against carbon intensive travel methods.

Along the way she learned about the importance of community, both for climate mitigation... and navigating rural routes with questionable infrastructure.

********

We're fundraising!

Our fall fundraiser for All Bodies on Bikes is officially live—and we need your help! We're trying to raise $10,000 to keep growing this incredible community, making cycling accessible to everyone, no matter their size, shape, or experience level.

Your support today will help us fund more inclusive events, offer more resources, and spread the message that all bodies truly belong on bikes.

And as a special thank you, anyone who donates over 50, we'll get our custom All Bodies on Bikes x Goodr sunglasses, which are really fun. (They're named the hottest thing on two wheels. 😎)

Head to AllBodiesOnBikes.com to donate and please share with your friends!

Let's ride together and make this movement bigger and better than ever.

Summer progress and what's next for ABOB with Marley & Kailey

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0700

The All Bodies on Bikes team had a busy summer! Tons of events, live podcasting while living out of a van, big industry moves... and more! Listen up for a recap from fearless leaders Marley Blonsky and Kailey Kornhauser with tagalong co-host Ellen Schwartze

We also share an update on what's next for All Bodies on Bikes: new chapters (👋 hey there, Portland and DFW!), new resources, and our first big fundraising push. (Psst, did you know you can already donate on our website??)

Referenced in the show:

Marley's summer road trip podcast series — just skip back a few episodes to find:

SBT Gravel Behind the Scenes with Amy Charity & Greer Van Dyck
Live from Joyride with Lisa Congdon and Kelsey Long
Queer + Bikes with B Steele and Lauren Mehl

Creating purposeful cycling spaces with Iresha Picot of Black Girl Joy Bike Ride

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0700

Iresha is the founder and ride leader for Black Girl Joy Bike Ride, a bicycle accessibility group for Black Women in Philadelphia. The ride just made Philly magazine’s “Best of Philly” for 2024.

We talk to Iresha about how rides build community, the challenges and joys of leading a group ride, building purposefully inclusive and protected spaces, and her successful application to join the All Bodies on Bikes team at Mid-South Gravel next spring!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Follow Iresha @ireshadahoodtherapist on Instagram

Email Iresha at iresha.picot at gmail.com

Watch the joy-filled video from Philadelphia Inquirer

Full article on The Philadelphia Inquirer: This bike riding group for Black women goes at its own pace

Iresha’s co-authored book, The Color of Hope: People of Color Mental Health Narrative

Bicycle Coalition of Philadelphia donation link: https://bicyclecoalition.org/get-involved/giving/

Marley’s Cycling Weekly op-ed on climbing: I’m a fat cyclist and here’s how I made peace with climbing

And as always

Follow @allbodiesonbikes on Instagram

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter at www.allbodiesonbikes.com

We're so excited! Meet (& re-meet) your co-hosts Ellen & Marley

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0700

All Bodies on Bikes is back from summer break and feeling refreshed. This season Marley Blonskey is joined by new co-host Ellen Schwartze for interviews with the cycling scene's ground breakers and world changers.

This episode introduces Ellen, and takes a moment to re-introduce new listeners to Marley. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a thing!

Show references:

Former host Maggie Lowe was selected to perform their music at Charlotte Pride this summer. Congrats, Maggie!!
Previous episode: Advocating for Active Transportation with Michael, Lauren, and Amber from BikeWalkKC
The Manatee Cycling Club sweatshirt that Ellen wore when she officially met Marley
WaPo article: They call themselves ‘fat cyclists’ — and they want to get more people, of all sizes, on bikes (Paywall, sorry!!)
Article: Cycling while on your period
Marley's interview on The Adventure 'Stache with Payson McElveen

SBT Gravel Behind the Scenes with Amy Charity & Greer Van Dyck

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Today, we’re diving into one of the most exciting events in the gravel cycling world and an event that has been pivotal to ABOB programming and growth: SBT GRVL. Held in the stunning landscape of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, SBT GRVL is more than just a race—it’s a celebration of community, inclusivity, and the joy of cycling. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or new to gravel, SBT GRVL offers something for everyone, with routes that challenge the pros and welcome newcomers alike. The event has quickly become a must-do in the gravel calendar, not just for the epic terrain but for the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes every rider feel like they belong.

Joining us today are the Race Director Amy Charity and Greer Van Dyck, the Director of Community Relations, who will share insights into what makes SBT GRVL so special and how they’re working to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or ability, has a place at the start line.

Amy Charity is a Colorado native, born in Fort Collins. At the age of 34, she left the financial industry to pursue her passion and a career in professional bike racing. Amy raced all over the world and at the highest level of the sport. She was a member of the US National Team, holds a national title in the Team Time Trial and raced in the World Championships. She now directs and owns SBT GRVL while competing on gravel.

Greer Van Dyckis the Community Relations Director for SBT GRVL and was born in Georgia but was built for the mountains. At the age of 20, she hit the road from Athens, Georgia and made her way to Boulder, CO. At the beginning of 2020, she started her own business providing leadership development trainings and coaching for organizations. Community engagement and riding bikes are also two of her greatest passions, and loves how her work with SBT GRVL combines the two so naturally. She loves to trail run, mountain bike, and gravel ride in the warmer months, and backcountry ski through the Winter. She lives in Steamboat Springs, CO with her husband and two pups!

SBT GRVL

Live from Joyride with Lisa Congdon and Kelsey Long

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0700

This week is another Road Trip Edition of the All Bodies on Bikes Podcast, this time as a Live Recording from Joyride in Tygh Valley, Oregon. Joining us this week are Lisa Congdon and Kelsey Long, for a conversation about inclusion, how it’s never too late to ride, being an accomplice, and our bike origin stories.

Lisa Congdon is an internationally known artist and illustrator. She makes art for clients around the globe, including The Library of Congress, Target, Warby Parker, and REI, among many others, including numerous cycling brands and causes.

Lisa's happy place is the sweet spot at the intersection between art, activism and bikes. In 2021, she was named “One of the 50 Most Inspiring People and Companies According to Industry Creatives” published by AdWeek. When she's not making art, you can find her racing her bike around Oregon, mostly on gravel. She lives and works in Portland, Oregon with her wife and her dog Milkshake.

Kelsey Long is a proud member of the Navajo Nation and currently lives on the Choctaw reservation in Southeast Oklahoma. She can be found on the trails running but has recently been spending more time in the saddle. She started riding in 2017 and most recently completed her longest distance at Midsouth this past March.

Links:

Lisa Congdon’s Website

Lisa’s Instagram

Kelsey’s Instagram

We Run Long

Queer + Bikes with B Steele and Lauren Mehl

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Tune in this week as Marley kicks off our special Road Trip Series of the All Bodies on Bikes podcast, with Queer+ Bikes!

Queer+ Bikes is a Northern Colorado based queer-centered cycling and community group, started by Bethel "B" Steele & Lauren Mehl in the Fall of 2022. Making friends as an adult can be difficult, and Lauren and B wanted to find a way to create a space for truly welcoming group rides in a social environment. Queer+ Bikes invites queer folks and allies who are committed to upholding safe space and welcomes all bodies, experiences, and genders on bikes!

Queer+ Bikes strives to reduce barriers to cycling through our free gear closet, community events, resource sharing, educational opportunity, and monthly multi-surface (bike path, pavement, and gravel) no-drop group rides. We value creating community just as much as we love riding bikes.

Queer+ Bikes rides on Arapaho, Cheyenne, Ute, and Ochethi Sakowin territories.

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Concrete Trails with Todd Nisbet

Wed, 22 May 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Concrete Trails is the evolution of Todd Nisbet as an adventure cyclist and bikepacker based in New York City.

He has worked in the fashion business since his early 20s, which has been 20 years now. Primarily, he has been involved in fashion sales, but he has been a creative throughout this time as well. His work has ranged from photography to wardrobe styling and creative direction for many brands, artists, and fashion projects.

Once he began as a commuter cyclist in NYC in his late 30s, he quickly discovered bikepacking, which is essentially a modern-day term for bike touring and bike camping.

As time passed and he engaged in bike camping more frequently, it became evident that fashion had found its way into his new healthy habit of cycling—in the best way possible, of course.

Concrete Revolt

Concrete Trails

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - All Kids on Bikes with Denise Aquino

Wed, 15 May 2024 03:00:00 -0700

What does it take to instill confidence and courage in young riders? This week, Marley and Maggie sit down with the Executive Director of El Grupo Youth Cycling, a Tuscon based nonprofit that is empowering youth through bicycles.

Denise brings 10+ years of nonprofit experience in sport based youth development, with 3 years as a collegiate rowing coach and 3 years as a middle school rowing coach. All of her work is grounded in socio-economic accessibility and racial equity, eliminating financial barriers to the transformative power of sport.

Her 2022 work was featured in the Boston Globe, Sport Gazette (UK), World Rowing, and NLRoei (Netherlands Rowing). In the same year, her podcast was nominated by Diversity in Aquatics.

Denise holds a Master’s Degree in Youth Studies (focusing on youth development), and is a proud daughter of Philippine immigrants. She is proud to call herself a queer, woman of color, so that all youth, regardless of identity, can feel they can take up space and experience the transformative power of sports.

Having joined El Grupo in June 2023, she looks forward to growing El Grupo while grounding it in its mission - to empower youth through bicycles.

El Groupo Youth Cycling

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

ABOB Behind the Scenes with Kailey Kornhauser

Wed, 08 May 2024 03:00:00 -0700

A Peek Behind the ABOB Curtain

Kailey Kornhauser is currently serving as the All Bodies on Bikes Board President, steering the proverbial ABOB Ship. Marley sits down with Kailey this week to chat about the history of the organization and what the future holds

Events: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/events

Strategic Plan

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

A Spring Catch Up with Maggie and Marley

Wed, 01 May 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - Queer Wheels with Sebastien Sutherland

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Sebastien Sutherland (they/them) is a cyclist, consultant, community activist and drag king originally from Scotland based in Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

They’ve been cycling for over 10 years and advocate for better representation, diversity and access in cycling. They believe getting on a bike can change people’s lives for the better and that everyone should feel welcome to cycling and be a cyclist.

An active member in their local community, they have been the founder of new initiatives that push change locally and further. They founded one of the first LGBTQIA+ cycling clubs in the Netherlands (Queer Wheels), run one of the largest Pride Ride’s in Europe. They’re also an inclusion consultant and actively support brands, local sports organizations and events to educate, guide and create frameworks which support more people in cycling.

They strongly identify with ‘all Bodies on bikes’ and believe there’s still a lot to do in cycling for equity in the industry. They believe that now is the time for cycling to change and grow.

Sebastien’s Instagram

Thane-Aylwin Consultancy

Queer Wheels

We Are Queer Gym

Not Ordinary Women Cycling Club

The Equality Index

Project Fearless

Federico Vandone Dell'Acqua

RAAMWERK

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Fighting MS One Pedal Stroke at a Time with Melinda Thrasher

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Melinda started riding in Bike MS in 2014 with her corporate team as a way to get out and have fun. After her 3rd Bike MS ride in 2016, she found herself diagnosed with MS. Since then she has joined the committee to help give back to the community. In 2022 she was named the Most Inspirational Rider for the Bay to Bay ride. It was that recognition of how her struggle affected others that made her become dedicated to being an MS Ambassador and Activist. When not fighting for MS awareness, she is a full time Senior Project Manager at a software company who enjoys gardening, cooking, camping, the beach and throwing flaming axes.

Melinda’s Fundraising Site:

Bike MS Website

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Beautifully Evil Bikepacking with Jannine Fitzgerald, Jennifer Swartout & Diana Gibson

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Ozark Gravel Doom calls itself “A beautifully evil bikepacking event in the south.” With two distance options, 400 miles and 196 miles, this event doesn’t have podiums or prize money and is entirely self supported.

The 2024 edition took place this past weekend, with the fastest male finisher of the 400 mile “Doom” category finishing in 45 hours, 42 minutes, and the fastest woman coming in at 2 days, 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Today, we’re catching up with 3 incredible women who completed the Despair distance (196 miles) - Janine Fitzgerald, Diana Gibson, and Jennifer Swaartout. Tune in as we hear about their inspiration for riding this event, the challenges and triumphs, and why at 50, they feel stronger than ever.

Jannine Bio - Jannine Fitzgerald has dedicated over three decades to outdoor exploration and has been a prominent figure in the bicycle industry since 2002. She is best known for her pioneering spirit as the co-founder of Pedal Kids USA (formerly Buddy Pegs),and is particularly passionate about encouraging women to join her on rides, always ready to support and push them towards embracing challenging adventures. Her belief in the empowering nature of cycling and outdoor activities is encapsulated in her mantra, "it's easier than parenting," highlighting the simplicity she finds in these pursuits compared to the complexities of raising children:)

Jennifer Bio: Jennifer is the Associate Vice President for General Education at Northwest Arkansas Community College and has lived in NWA for 5 years. She’s always had a bike, but started taking cycling “seriously” around 20 years ago, riding mountain bikes and then adding other disciplines in along the way. She lives in Bella Vista with her terrier mix, Callie. She currently volunteers as a ride leader for Femmes Gravel and is an Amazeum board member.

Diana Bio: Diana is a mom with three kids (including twins) and a demanding full time job. Her favorite thing is an all-day or multi-day adventure in the mountains! She’s trying to figure out how to keep exploring and having fun while getting older and being a fully functioning adult.

Ozark Gravel Doom

Buddy Pegs

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Biking for Mental Health with Maggie and Marley

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0700

I’ve long used cycling as a tool in my mental health toolbox, and as I’ve gotten more public with my mental health struggles and started talking about it on social media, it turns out i’m not alone.

My anecdotal experience is supported by a number of scientific studies that have come to a similar conclusion, namely that “Cycling for transportation may also have important mental health benefits. Some studies have demonstrated a decrease in depression symptoms,34,35 while others have demonstrated an overall increase in emotional well-being and happiness.36,37 (Marques A, Peralta M, Henriques-Neto D, Frasquilho D, Rubio Gouveira É, Gomez-Baya D.. Active commuting and depression symptoms in adults: a systematic review. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2020;17(3):1041. [PMC free article] [PubMed] [Google Scholar])

While I didn’t do enough research to dive into the findings between recreational cycling and mental health, I’m going to assume that there’s a link there too.

But what happens when you’re in a bigger body and your experience, fitness, or motive for riding is called into question? I recently had a reel go viral on Instagram, where I tongue-in-cheek present stereotypes about fat cyclists that are actually true. This reel hit a nerve, as I received over 2000 comments echoing my experience.

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

MidSouth Recap with 2024's DFL Beth McBride

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0700

MidSouth Gravel is an iconic gravel event in Stillwater, Oklahoma that has become well known for their efforts towards inclusion and supporting every last rider with a raging DFL party. Today we get a chance to interview Beth McBride, 2024’s DFL (Dead Effing Last) Rider.

This was extra special for All Bodies on Bikes, as Beth was a member of our 2023 SBT GRVL team. Listen in for Beth’s epic adventure and how she persevered through a 16 hour gravel ride.

Beth lives in Lake Mills, WI - a small town near Madison, WI. She discovered the joy of cycling late in life - and now finds every opportunity she can to ride bikes and to inspire folks who never thought they could be a cyclist to just get on a bike and ride.

www.allbodiesonbikes.com

Kevin’s 10 Mile a Day Challenge

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Befriending Your Body with Julie Norman

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Julie Norman is a Body Empowerment Coach, providing professional wellness services that are rooted in compassion, trauma-informed and HAES (Health At Every Size) based. Her background as a registered dietitian and yoga teacher in eating disorders treatment, plus 25 years of personal recovery, inspire her to mainly serve clients seeking deep and lasting peace with their bodies, food and creative gifts so they can live more fully.

Julie and I recently met at Ray’s Indoor MTB Park Women’s Weekend, where we immediately connected over our work towards size inclusion, and annoyance that a Weight Loss protein powder was given to all the attendees. I knew then that I had to bring her onto the podcast and I’m so excited for her to be here today!

ASDAH - Health at Every Size

Body Karma Healing

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Routes are for Everyone with Michael Browne & Kevin Prentice

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0700

“You can find the route on RideWithGPS.” Have you ever heard this before a ride and thought “I have no idea what they’re talking about.” Or maybe you’re a superuser of the software, planning and sharing routes all around the world. Well, whether you’ve never used it and are curious, tried it once, or are a superuser, today’s episode is for you!

RideWithGPS is a software application for people who love riding bikes. It helps you plan your bike routes and shows you the best paths to take. You can use it on your phone or computer to find new places to ride, track your rides, and share your favorite routes with friends. It's like having a helpful guide that makes biking even more fun and easy!

Today we sit down with some of the movers and shakers behind RideWithGPS and chat with them about their efforts towards inclusion, why working with groups like All Bodies on Bikes is key to their strategies, and learn some inside tricks from the experts.

RideWithGPS - Get 30 Days Free Premium Access with the token MARLEY24

Get in touch with Kevin or Michael: kevin@ridewithgps.com, michael@ridewithgps.com

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - Leading from the Back with Andrew Schneider

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Andrew Schneider is the founder of Party Size Cycling, part apparel company, part New Jersey cycling gang. Basically, they host chill rides and make chill stuff. Andrew himself is a fat cyclist, a major advocate of the Adventure Lite lifestyle and the DIY ethos.

http:www.partysizecycling.com https://www.instagram.com/party.size.cycling/

Pathless Pedaled - https://www.pathlesspedaled.com/

Alex Adventure Twos - https://alexrims.com/products/adventurer2/ Fat lad at the back - https://fatladattheback.com/

Aerotech - https://aerotechdesigns.com/?_ga=2.32493054.1542842532.1701773085-357010613.17017 73083

Washburn Tires - https://www.teravail.com/product/teravail-washburn-tire-384009-1.htm

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

All Kids on Bikes with Denise Aquino

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Her 2022 work was featured in the Boston Globe, Sport Gazette (UK), World Rowing, and NLRoei (Netherlands Rowing). In the same year, her podcast was nominated by Diversity in Aquatics.

Having joined El Grupo in June 2023, she looks forward to growing El Grupo while grounding it in its mission - to empower youth through bicycles.

El Groupo Youth Cycling

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Queer Wheels with Sebastien Sutherland

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Sebastien Sutherland (they/them) is a cyclist, consultant, community activist and drag king originally from Scotland based in Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

They strongly identify with ‘all Bodies on bikes’ and believe there’s still a lot to do in cycling for equity in the industry. They believe that now is the time for cycling to change and grow.

Sebastien’s Instagram

Thane-Aylwin Consultancy

Queer Wheels

We Are Queer Gym

Not Ordinary Women Cycling Club

The Equality Index

Project Fearless

Federico Vandone Dell'Acqua

RAAMWERK

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

The Power of Language with Maggie and Marley

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Marley and Maggie are alone in the studio this week, digging into the power of language. Specifically, why do we call ourselves Fat Cyclists, and what does it mean when that gets erased?

Support Maggie on her Maine to South Carolina Bike Trip

Language Resource Guide

Donate to All Bodies on Bikes (a 501c3 nonprofit)

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Bike New York with Alicia McCauley

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Bike New York provides free bike education programs across the five boroughs, imparting bike riding skills to both children and adults. The focus is on ensuring individuals can ride bikes safely and confidently in the city. In 2020, the organization successfully instructed over 30,000 New Yorkers in bike skills. Additionally, Bike New York coordinates various annual events, such as the TD Five Boro Bike Tour (recognized as the largest charitable bike ride in the U.S.), Bike Expo New York, and several smaller regional and community rides.

Alicia McCauley is the Director of Communications for Bike New York in NYC. She is a distance cyclist, and, along with her husband, has ridden thousands of miles in the US, Canada, and Europe. When not doing bike stuff, Alicia enjoys gardening her tiny plot in Queens, doing shitty crafts, cooking for friends, and generally enjoying the weird, wonderful things NYC has to offer.

TD Five Boro Tour Registration

Bike NY

Jamaica Bay Beach Ride - RideWithGPS Route

Alpine Trail Fall Foliage RideWithGPS Route

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Pedaling Through Winter with Marley and Maggie

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -0700

This week on the show it’s back to basics with Marley and Maggie, as they catch up all things All Bodies on Bikes. Together they cover winter riding, PSI, and upcoming events.

All Bodies on Bikes Cycling Kits - Get yours here

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Riding Through Menopause with Selene Yeager

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Selene Yeager is host of the Hit Play Not Pause podcast, content manager at Feisty Menopause, and a best-selling professional health and fitness writer, including the co-author of ROAR and Next Level with Dr. Stacy Sims. She lives what she writes as an NASM certified personal trainer, Pn1 certified nutrition coach, and lover of all two-wheeled exploits and adventures.

Hit Play Not Pause Podcast

ROAR

Feisty Menopause

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Wheels of Welcome with Kristi Mohn

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Joining us this week is Kristi Mohn, from LifeTime events to talk all things Unbound Gravel, but especially their efforts towards inclusion with a new program, Wheels of Welcome that Marley Blonsky is leading.

Kristi started riding gravel back in 2004 in Emporia, Kansas. She joked that there are 3 paved road rides and 300 gravel routes. Since then, Mohn has worked as a race director for Unbound Gravel, the massively popular and massively hard (but do-able!) gravel race in Kansas, and on the “200 Women 200 Miles” initiative at the race.

Kristi continues to work with Life Time on off road events, specifically leading the DEI initiatives and working to get more butts on bikes. She is also the co-host of Girls Gone Gravel and is a partner in The Gravel House, a destination AirBNB in Patagonia, AZ that encourage people to get outside and off the beaten path. She believes adventures on two wheels are the best adventures, and loves to share that passion with all

Kristi calls Emporia home alongside her husband Tim. She’s the proud mom to grown twins, Sydney and Mason, and is looking forward to some new adventures with their new pup, Mingus!

www.unboundgravel.com

Wheels of Welcome Program

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - Becoming a Bikepacker with Claire Pomykala

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Claire Pomykala is on the adventure of a lifetime - solo bike touring around the world. After graduating college in 2021, she embarked on a solo, self-supported adventure from Atlanta, GA to Baltimore, MD, at the age of 21. Despite her limited knowledge of bikepacking, her passion for biking and thirst for adventure fueled her journey.

Just a month after her post-graduation trip, she independently traveled to London and began a 4.5-month expedition across England, Wales, Scotland, Holland, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, France, Monaco, and Spain during the fall and winter months. Given the inclement weather and budget constraints, she relied heavily on the Warmshowers community for support.

Claire documented her bicycle tours on Instagram, amassing a following of fellow bicycle touring enthusiasts under the handle @livingbybike on IG and TikTok.

Upon her return from Barcelona, having depleted her financial resources, she secured employment with a remote tech company in 2022, maintaining a car-free lifestyle and relying on her bicycle for transportation. She established a home in an apartment and adhered to a routine. During this period, she maximized her weekends by embarking on as many bikepacking trips as possible. She eventually took a 2.5-month unpaid leave to initiate her third and current bike tour.

Claire’s Instagram

Warm Showers

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - Listening to Your Body with Yasmin Boakye

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Happy Black History Month! This week on the show we welcome Yasmin Boakye for a super fun conversation. Yasmin is a Ghanaian-American cyclist, triathlete, and all-around badass from the Maryland suburbs of DC. We learn how Yasmin fell in love with gravel cycling through the All Bodies on Bikes SBT Gravel team, about her experience with the 1928 Legacy Tour, and learn about all the amazing work being done to welcome more Women of Color into endurance sports.

1928 Legacy Tour -https://majorknoxadventures.com/1928lt

Team Go Big - https://www.gobig.life/team-gobig

Melanin Base Miles - https://linktr.ee/melaninbasemiles & https://www.instagram.com/melaninbasemiles/

Sika Henry - https://www.sikahenry.com

Yasmin’s social media: @yasmin.thee.amazing and @thecurvyafro.vegan

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Leading from the Back with Andrew Schneider

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -0700

http:www.partysizecycling.com https://www.instagram.com/party.size.cycling/

Pathless Pedaled - https://www.pathlesspedaled.com/

Alex Adventure Twos - https://alexrims.com/products/adventurer2/ Fat lad at the back - https://fatladattheback.com/

Aerotech - https://aerotechdesigns.com/?_ga=2.32493054.1542842532.1701773085-357010613.17017 73083

Washburn Tires - https://www.teravail.com/product/teravail-washburn-tire-384009-1.htm

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

For the Love of Events with Matt Hartman

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Matt Hartman is a very handsome single 41 year old white cis male. He’s a taurus with blue eyes, brown hair, an amazing mustache and tattoos that some may consider “regrettable.” He enjoys long walks in airport terminals and even longer gravel rides in NWA. Some of his not so guilty pleasures include too many espresso shots from boujee coffee shops and the pursuit of the perfect croissant.

All jokes aside, I’m pretty stoked to introduce our next guest, Matt Hartman.

But actually, Matt Hartman is the owner and brains behind Spoked Events, a Cycling Event Product company. With over 10 years in the bike industry doing everything from running a bike shop in St. Louis, managing a race team, managing NICA events for the Missouri chapter and occasionally riding bikes himself, Matt has seen and done a lot. With all of that experience, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge to the events he produces.

We invited Matt on the show today to dig into events - but from the event management perspective.

Show Notes:

Spoked Events

Matt's Instagram

NICA

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Our Fall Favorite Things with Maggie and Marley

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -0700

The holidays are here and to make your gifting a bit easier, Maggie and Marley have put together a list of their favorite things. We hope that you find this both entertaining and helpful!

Please note that there are affiliate links included below. If/when you make a purchase using this link, we get a small kickback. Your support helps us continue to do this work.

-Mandarins - the best stocking stuffer

-Cleverhood Rain cape (Also on Maggie’s list!) - 20% of all proceeds go to All Bodies on Bikes!

-Wahoo HR Monitor & ELEMENT Bolt Navigation Computer

-Universal Standard Jeans (Size 00-40, ethically made, built around a size 18 as the medium)

-Ice Ninja Gloves - $10, waterproof, used by fishermen in Alaska

-Osprey Extended Fit Sportlite day pack

-Spotify Premium

-Epic Bars

-Bose Sound Link Speakers

-Book: How Not to Die Alone

-Mirrycle Rear View Mirror for Bicycles

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Riding on Native Land with Vanessa Bowen

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Vanessa Bowen (they/them) is a Diné (Navajo) product designer with a passion for cycling. Their creative focus centers on the juncture of design and social equity. Bowen serves as an Outride Ambassador, spearheads the Get Native Kids on Bikes initiative, and actively supports AIDS/LifeCycle. When not immersed in their Albuquerque studio, they dedicate their time to cycling training and fostering community connections for a fair and inclusive future.

Links

Vanessa Bowen’s Instagram

Vanessa’s AIDS/LifeCycle Fundraising Page

Silver Stallion Bikes & Coffee (501c3 Non-profit)

Sihhasin Bike Ride

Navajo YES

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Advocating for Active Transportation with Michael, Lauren & Amber from BikeWalkKC

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -0700

This week’s episode was recorded live in Kansas City, Missouri at BikeWalk KC’s annual fundraiser. Joining Marley on the podcast today are three guests - Michael Kelley of BikeWalkKC, Lauren Allen of Women Led Cycling, and Amber Edmonds of Party Pace Pedalers.

BikeWalkKC’s mission is to redefine our streets as places for people to build a culture of active living. We work to accomplish this through efforts in five key areas: 1) education, 2) policy and advocacy, 3) community planning, 4) data and research, and 5) operating the regional bike share system.

Women-Led Cycling is a collective of women on bikes who are working to create a safe and inclusive space for women, transgender, femme, non-binary, and LGBTQ+ cyclists in Kansas City. They work to break down barriers into cycling through a weekly group ride, thoughtfully designed resources, routes and events, and collaborative advocacy. Women-Led Cycling is for everyone (even dudes, they're just not in charge here).

PartyPacePedalers formed with the explicit intention of lowering barriers to entry for biking. Barriers of speed, of distance, of difficulty all diminished or dismantled. Eli Kosko, in early 2022, wanted a place to bike with friends, not-intense, at not-race-pace, and with no-drops. So they made it! They just started doing it and inviting people to do it with them. Along the way Eli picked up two consistent members Ryan Dahmer and Amber Edmonds, who have carried that sentiment of optionality forward well into 2023 (and hopefully beyond).

BikeWalkKC

www.instagram.com/womenledcycling

www.instagram.com/partypacepedaler

www.instagram.com/bikewalkkc

@mkelleykc (twitter)/@mckelleykc (instagram)

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Building a Community with ABOB Denver

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -0700

All Bodies on Bikes has 11 regional chapters across the United States. Today we’re chatting with our Denver team about their experiences leading an All Bodies on Bikes chapter, their motivations, and some learnings they’ve had during their first year as an official All Bodies on Bikes Chapter.

Noelle (they/them): white, queer, non-binary, fat femme who goes by they/them. Likes bikes, hikes, baking, embroidering swear words, drawing friendly monsters and fat ballerinas, being consistently inconsistent about ALL those hobbies just mentioned, and building community. Pretty consistent about that last one.

Tara (she/her) - Former triathlete, current gravel cyclist, and starting to dabble in mountain biking. Outside of cycling, I'm a dog mom, physical therapist, and enjoy all the outdoor activities Colorado has to offer.

Beth (they/them/she/her) - white, large, agender person that believes N+1 is the correct amount of bikes. Former collegiate athlete that became a bike commuter, a long distance backpacker, then an adventure cyclist. Loves art, nature, dogs, coffee, and human connection.

Daniela (she/her) - fat, cis-het, white ADHD-happy Latina. Reconnected with bike riding a couple years ago as a way to spend time with her partner and to dabble in the sport of triathlon.

https://www.instagram.com/bgdbdenver/

https://www.instagram.com/rideforracialjustice/

https://www.instagram.com/queerplusbikes/

https://www.instagram.com/fems_themsdenverbiking/

https://www.instagram.com/littletonsocialcycle/

https://www.instagram.com/combawomen/

https://www.instagram.com/rar.frontrange/

https://www.instagram.com/treehousecyclery/

RAR Frontrange Google Calendar of Events

Colorado Hippos Tri-Club Facebook Group

Support Our Partners:

Cleverhood: Get 15% off using code AllWeather at cleverhood.com

Becoming a Bikepacker with Claire Pomykala

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Claire documented her bicycle tours on Instagram, amassing a following of fellow bicycle touring enthusiasts under the handle @livingbybike on IG and TikTok.

Claire’s Instagram

Warm Showers

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Wrapping Up Summer with Maggie and Marley

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0700

It is officially fall and wow, it’s been a summer. So many races, fun things, and life events to catch up on. Join Marley & Maggie for an end-of-summer recap!

Twisted Spoke CBD Chamois Cream - All Bodies on Bikes gets 25% of proceeds

Cleverhood - Size inclusive rain gear - All Bodies on Bikes gets 20% of proceeds

All Bodies on Bikes Merch! Get Yours!

Aventon Adventure E-bike - 400lb weight capacity!

Hit Play Not Pause Podcast

Donate to All Bodies on Bikes - Registered 501c3 Non-Profit

SBT GRVL - Apply for the 2024 All Bodies on Bikes team!

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Party Pace World Championships with Susan, Cait & Sally from Grounded NE

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Grounded Nebraska is a community-centric gravel race and ride just outside of Lincoln, Nebraska that brings us together for a weekend of adult summer camp, but with bikes. The event was born out of the shared conviction to make all within the cycling world feel seen, heard and celebrated with the ethos, "cycling is for everyone". Joining us today is the team behind the magic - Susan, Cait, and Sally.

Cait Dumas-Hein (she/her) is the co-founder of Grounded Nebraska and the Associate Director of Bike Walk Nebraska, an active transportation non-profit. Cait self-labels as a community cultivator and has spent a decade creating spaces for underrepresented demographics in cycling. She loves snuggling with her dogs, binging historical dramas, and dancing when not in the bike world.

Susan Cronin (she/her) is co-founder of Grounded Nebraska and owner of Champion System USA. As a queen of operations, her attention to detail and expertise embodies the Gravel Mom vibe for the Grounded Nebraska community as she celebrates and welcomes all to the start line. Outside of the bike world, Susan sews and renovates her home.

Sally Turner (she/her) joined the Grounded Nebraska team in 2023 as the Queen of Stuff. A cycling event management veteran, Sally co-directs The Truffle Shuffle and is the co-conspirator of Gobble Cross. She is passionate about creating spaces for people to gather and exist as their most authentic selves and believes bicycles are a beautiful tool to facilitate community. Sally enjoys gardening, experimenting with gluten-free baking, and reading in her time off the bike.

Grounded Nebraska - Registration open for all

Tulsa Tough

Truffle Shuffle - Registration open for Women & Non-Binary Racers

Gobble Cross

Bike Walk Nebraska

@grounded.ne

@stillwater_cycles

@caitdumas

@susanccronin

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Radical Joy Riding with Alyssa Proudfoot Siegel

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Alyssa founded Radical Joy Riding in 2022 as a WTF-focused, accessible biking group in Washington DC, and has organized skill shares, beginner rides, and overnights to inspire marginalized cyclists to do what feels good in their bodies. As an organizer with DC Bike Party and Bikes Not Bombs DC, Alyssa strives to be the human embodiment of a no-drop ride. She believes that bikes can save the world, and whether she’s tinkering with her next bike project, teaching Smart Cycling classes, or leading biking adventures, she’s always chasing that bike-utopia dream.

A Bay Area native who ended up learning how to wrench and winter bike in Minneapolis, Alyssa now literally only knows how to talk about bikes. She coordinated a free bike repair program during the George Floyd protests in the Twin Cities, and has been car free for three years. Alyssa was also a mechanic at the largest bike distribution and repair camp at Burning Man, and is a contributing writer for Grease Rag Ride & Wrench Zines. Best of all though, she’s a super dorky All Bodies on Bikes fan, and is so excited whenever she crosses paths with the folx at ABOB, from the Swift Campout to (now) this podcast. In her grown-up getting paid time, Alyssa fights for a Bicycle Friendly America and safe streets for all at the League of American Bicyclists.

Radical Joy Riding -- https://www.radicaljoyriding.org/ @radicaljoyriding

DC Bike Party -- @dcbikeparty

Bikes not Bombs -- https://bikesnotbombs.org/

Grease Rag Ride & Wrench Zines -- https://greaserag.org/blog/

League of American Bicyclists -- https://bikeleague.org/

National Bike Summit -- https://bikeleague.org/events/summit/

DC Bike Polo -- @dcbikepolo

Metro Washington Association of Blind Atheletes -- https://gomwaba.org/

Recovery Bike Shop -- http://recovery.bike/

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Bre9T6CXLJzRmwXU82NF

Becoming a Resource with Alyssa Gonzalez

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Alyssa Gonzalez (she/her) is community organizer, advocate, and new bike shop owner based in Boulder, CO. She works with groups, organizations, and individuals to create more access, education, and opportunity for queer, bipoc, and FTWN-B communities in the outdoors. She’s passionate about highlighting Black and Brown joy while sharing diverse perspectives and experiences with the cycling community in hopes of creating a more inclusive and welcoming space for cyclists in CO and beyond.

https://www.treehousecyclery.com/

Women of Winter

ROAM Fest

REBROADCAST - Sparkle B*tch! with Ri Ganey

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Ri is a photojournalist who specializes in human connections and captivating visual storytelling. As someone who has spent a good portion of their life navigating the overwhelm and isolation of perplexing chronic illnesses, she puts an emphasis on elevating the stories of folks who don’t get the representation and platforms they deserve, and that our society needs to see and hear to remember we’re more connected than it seems.

Ri’s Website - Wild Child Media https://wildchildmedia.co/

All Butts on Bikes shirts

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Steamboat Gravel Recap

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0700

After attending SBT GRVL in 2021, Marley Blonsky had an idea - to bring other marginalized riders to the race, in a supportive, team cohort format. After a wildly successful first attempt in 2022, the All Bodies on Bikes SBT GRVL team came back for 2023.

Fifteen people from across the US and Canada were chosen for our 2023 team out of nearly 200 applicants. After prepping all year with the support of numerous sponsors including Wahoo, Skratch, Fat Tire, Lazer, and Pearl Izumi, the team gathered for the first time in Steamboat last month.

This episode takes us through that weekend in real-time, from pre-race interviews to post-race reflections from the team.

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - Bikes for Terrible Times with Maggie Lowe

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Get to know our co-host Maggie Lowe!

Maggie is a North Carolina kid who is as happy cycling down a gravel road as she is hanging a hammock in the mountains or kayaking on the lake. She started cycling in 2019 to raise money, miles, and awareness for pediatric cancer and it has been a mostly happy blur ever since. She is so excited to make the cycling world more inclusive as part of the All Bodies on Bikes family through co-hosting the podcast and leading a local All Bodies chapter. She currently lives in the greater Charlotte area with her guitar, Mykah and their two bikes, Gigi and Kai.

Maggie's Instagram: @maggany

The Great Cycle Challenge -https://greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/MaggieLowe1

Gravelmaps.com

Tunes for Terrible Times - link to spotify

Tuckfest - https://tuckfest.whitewater.org/

Charlotte abob instagram

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Riding Through Adversity with Annijke Wade

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Steamboat Gravel - https://www.sbtgrvl.com/

Ride for Racial Justice - https://www.rideforracialjustice.org/

Bowhead Bikes - https://www.bowheadcorp.com/

Revolution Enduro - https://www.revolutionenduro.com/

Untapped Maple – https://untapped.cc

Chamois But’r – https://www.chamoisbuttr.com/

Able (Film) - https://powersprovisions.com/pages/able-the-film

Tread Seters (Film) - https://filmfreeway.com/TreadSetters

National Ability Center - https://new.discovernac.org/

Out Ride - https://outridebike.org/

SBT Documentary

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Unspoken Bonds with Laura Blythe

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Laura Blythe is a tribal citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians living in her ancestral homelands of Western North Carolina. She has a passion for learning about her culture and helps educate others through her job as the Program Director for the Cherokee Historical Association.

Through cycling, her goals are to help introduce mountain biking to other EBCI citizens who may not be aware of how the power of two wheels can help reconnect us to our culture: land, language, spirituality, provide mental and physical health benefits, and help overcome generational trauma which plagues Native communities.

Remember the Removal (Bike Program following the Trail of Tears) –https://remembertheremoval.cherokee.org/about.html

Fire Mountain Trail System -- https://visitcherokeenc.com/play/outdoor-adventure/fire-mountain-trails/

Roamfest– https://www.roamfest.com/

Mountainside Theater / Unto These Hills --

https://visitcherokeenc.com/play/attractions/unto-these-hills-outdoor-drama/

Oconaluftee Indian Village -- https://visitcherokeenc.com/play/attractions/oconaluftee-indian-village/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwuZGnBhD1ARIsACxbAViD9JwqU7p56RYYitiGTXrFkf_IPyIX0RK5xoIeSGn7gatKNS648TcaAjKSEALw_wcb

Cherokee, NC -- visitcherokeenc.com

Instagram : firemountaintrails

Laura’s Insta : @l.n.b82

Inferno Enduro race at Fire Mountain Trails --https://visitcherokeenc.com/events/detail/fire-mountain-inferno/

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

All Bodies Outside with Micah Pulleyn

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Micah Pulleyn (she/her) resides in western North Carolina, where she grew up and has been an event producer for 12 years. Micah is the director of Outdoors For All, a 4-day summit focusing on increasing diversity and equity in the outdoors, oversees rural economic development and outdoor recreation initiatives, and is the partnership and outreach director for the G5 Trail Collective. Micah loves being in nature with her 14yo son, Coletrane, and traveling this beautiful world.

Outdoors for All Old Fort

G5 Trail Collective

Outdoors for All Old Fort Instagram

AIDS/LifeCycle Ride with Sarah Jane Smith & Emily Schaldach

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0700

AIDS/LifeCycle is a 7 day, 545-mile bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles, co-produced by and benefiting San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Los Angeles LGBT Center. The event raises awareness about the ongoing HIV/AIDS epidemic and funds services such as HIV testing, prevention, care, and much more.

The Ride began in 1994 and was called the “California AIDS Ride.” In 2002, it was rebranded as AIDS/LifeCycle. Since 1994, participants have raised more than $300 million for the HIV and AIDS-related services of the Los Angeles LGBT Center and San Francisco AIDS Foundation.

Today we chat with two participants who rode from San Francisco to LA on this ride, Sarah Jane Smith and Emily Schaldach. We dive into the why behind the ride, the logistics, and Marley just might get convinced to put this ride on her bucket list.

Coffee Outside Reno

RAR Reno Chapter

Lifecycle Ride

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Biking Through Epilepsy with Jenn Levine

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Jenn Levine, also known as Chubbybikelady on Instagram, has just completed a ride from Michigan to California. Jenn cannot ride alone because of her seizure risk, so her kids carried her gear, and were her SAG crew. Jenn has lived with epilepsy for much of her life and recently overcame cancer, embarked on the journey to mark a new chapter in her life, all while raising money for the Michigan Epilepsy Foundation, where she was originally diagnosed.

Jenn came to bicycling as an adult, because as a child she was plagued by severe epilepsy. Her family was cautious about letting her ride a bike until she was 12 years old. After subsequent falls, they took the bike away and she didn't return to biking until she was 21. Jenn lives in the Bay Area, California and uses her bike to commute everyday.

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - All the Ways We Bike with Ellen Noble

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Ellen Noble is a retired professional cyclist living in Western Massachusetts with her boyfriend, Adin, and our dog, Winnie. Since her retirement, she has filled her life with many odd jobs — the best of them being bike race announcing and commentating. Ellen recently launched a podcast called This One’s For You, to share inspirational and encouraging stories about triumph and resilience. We’d love it if you gave it a listen!

Ellen's Instagram: @ellenlikesbikes

Ellen Noble Website https://www.ellennoble.com/

Jam Fund Grand-Fundo: http://www.jamcycling.org/jam-grand-fundo

Ellen’s Podcast - This One’s For You

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - Celebrating Ability with Meg Fisher

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Meg Fisher is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2x Paralympian and 11x World Champion Cyclist. She earned her doctorate at the University of Washington in 2014. Meg continues to race bikes professionally, predominantly endurance gravel and mountain bike events. She also runs her own physical therapy clinic in Missoula, Montana. She loves to play outside on the trails with her dog Pax. Currently Meg is focused on education and advocacy for the inclusion of para-cycling categories in off-road events.

Meg’s Website: www.gomegfisher.com

High Road Film

Meg’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megfisher/

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - "I'm Allowed to be Boring" with Abi Robins

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0700

This week we welcome Abi Robins onto the podcast! Abi is an author, teacher, and coach who found their career in helping people change their lives. Abi loves riding gravel and plans to leverage their skillset to positively impact the cycling industry. Abi’s work is supported by Giant Bicyles, GU Energy Labs, Chamois Butt’r and more.

Abi shares how they got into the cycling space, and how their career in cycling took off in 2019. As the only person registered in the non-binary category of Unbound, Abi made it their mission to get more queer, trans, and nonbinary athletes into the sport.

Grounded Nebraska:

https://www.bikereg.com/grounded-nebraska-gravel-festival

The A to Z of Gender and Sexuality -

https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-a-z-of-gender-and-

sexuality-from-ace-to-ze-morgan-lev-edward-holleb/9970849?ean=9781785923425

RIDE Advocacy Group -

https://www.ridegroup.org/

Abi’s Instagram Post on How to Be an Ally to Queer & Trans Folks:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CljXE8TubYK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Sparkle B*tch! with Ri Ganey

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Ri’s Website - Wild Child Media https://wildchildmedia.co/

All Butts on Bikes shirts

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

200 Miles of Unbound Gravel - With the Blind Tandem Team

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Our Unbound Gravel series continues this week, we chat with the 3rd place Men’s Paracycling finishers, and blind tandem team Tyler Epstein, of the Ty Rides YouTube Channel, and Tim Hornik. After only riding together 4 times prior to Unbound, the duo took on the challenge, with Tyler as the captain and Tim working as stoker.

We chat about developing trust between a sighted captain and blind stoker, accessibility issues in the bike community for blind athletes, and share some really fun stories.

Road.CC’s Article about Zwift’s accessibility

Zwift’s Feature Request Forum for accessibility

Blinded Veterans Association

United in Stride

Challenged Athletes Foundation

Achilles International

Blind Stokers Club

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Adventure for All with Chase Pettey and Josh Eckert

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Joshua Charles Eckert aka Superman is 24 years old. He was born in Sarasota, Florida. Josh was always attracted to superheroes growing up because he loved that they give themselves for others. He has always found value in connecting with others and helping others. That trait has lead him to not only lead an incredible movement within AFA, but to be a coach and help others achieve the things he his. Josh is a remarkable young man and will always be someone that gives himself for others!

Chase Pettey, the 32 year old founder of Adventure For All rarely, if ever, took the expected societal route. He always had this fire within him to follow his intuition and live this one life to his fullest. After graduating high school he attended Columbia college in Missouri for 3 years changing his major 3 times before he dropped out and headed off to Florida at 21 with his entrepreneurial spirit. Chase is a believer in using fear and challenges as a compass to growth. It’s because of this mindset that Adventure For All and it’s mission exist. Chase has a vision to redefine the human potential for those with exceptionalities. On this journey he will inspire a movement that shows the power of inclusion within communities and believing in one another! It starts with inclusion.

Unbound Gravel Website

Adventure for All

Gravel & giving tour

National Tour

Donate to Adventure for All

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

An Unhinged Unbound Recap with Marley and Maggie

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Buckle up listeners - this week is an adventure. Marley and Maggie recap Marley’s recent completion of Unbound Gravel 100 in Emporia, Kansas. The duo discuss her preparation (or lack thereof), her pre-race events including a Shimano photoshoot and film festival, and how she managed to get through one of the most grueling gravel races around.

Unbound Gravel Website

Adventure for All

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Choose Your Own Adventure Cycling with Carolyne Whelan

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Carolyne grew up in eastern Massachusetts, where her love of riding her training wheels

down to the harbor to watch the fishing boats grew into a passion for exploring the city’s

furthest neighborhoods on two wheels. She moved to New Mexico as a teenager, where

she got a wild hair to ride her bike down the west coast with nothing but a picnic blanket

and she’s been hooked on bike touring ever since. In the meantime, she’s earned a BA

and MFA in writing, wrenched in bike shops around the US, hiked and biked around the

Americas and Europe, and worked as a writer and editor at a number of publications,

including Dirt Rag Magazine. She started at Adventure Cycling in 2021, uniting her

passions for publishing, bike-powered travel, and community building into the ultimate

role as Editor-in-Chief at Adventure Cyclist. When she isn’t writing or riding, Carolyne

can typically be found hiking or kayaking with her Very Good Girl, Broose.

Adventure Cycling: https://www.adventurecycling.org/

Free Cycles: https://www.freecycles.org/

Bikes not Bombs: https://bikesnotbombs.org/

New River Trail: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/new-river-trail

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Our Guide to Bike Events with Maggie and Marley

Wed, 31 May 2023 03:00:00 -0700

This week Marley and Maggie get personal, with an intimate conversation between the hosts to start off the episode. The episode then transitions into all things Events - how to prepare, what to expect, and our best suggestions for success at your next bike event!

Events mentioned:

Grounded Nebraska

Unbound Gravel

Rule of 3

Gone Graveling Festival

ROAM Fest

Party Size Cycling - Inclusive group in Pennsylvania

All Bodies on Bikes Events

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

REBROADCAST - Building an Inclusive Cycling Culture with Greer Van Dyck

Wed, 24 May 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Gravel cycling specifically, has been known recently for its efforts to be more inclusive. But inclusivity doesn't just happen, it takes people behind the scenes working tirelessly in advocacy work, and community building. This week, we welcome Greer Van Dyck to discuss her journey to her current role - community relations director of SBT Gravel.

Greer shares why she loves her job, the challenges she faces in this role, and what it takes to build an inclusive community. Delving deep into asking the right questions, and opening conversations, the trio works to understand the various boundaries different people may face in the cycling space.

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Adaptive Cycling Everywhere with Bike On

Wed, 17 May 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Bike-on was founded in 1999 by Scott Pellett in Coventry Rhode Island . Scott was injured in an accident as a teenager and was adamant about helping folks of every ability get outside and enjoy adaptive cycling ! Starting in his garage , he began one of the first online adaptive sports companies to provide mobility equipment and Expert guidance through his personal experience being an adaptive athlete since the 70's . Bike-on became a success , and needed to expand quickly ! Working with his wife Lynn , son Dan , and bringing on childhood friend Chris Coyne , they developed a network of inclusive cycling nationwide and have grown to become one of the largest adaptive cycling companies in the world !

Scott and wife Lynn are Happily retired and enjoying cycling down in Florida , but the bike-on is continuing their legacy with new owners Dan Pellett , and Chris Coyne . Coming from a small staff , bike on has grown to more than 20 employees with reps nationwide to serve the community .

Bike-on is not only our name , but our mission! Everyone deserves to be able to feel the wind in their hair , see nature's beauty , and have a healthy activity they can enjoy with friends and family in an inclusive environment .

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Making Lemons into LaCroix with Maggie and Marley (S1E17)

Wed, 10 May 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Marley and Maggie finally got to record TOGETHER in Arkansas this week. They tell us all about their group bike retreat in Bentonville, including group rides, live music, and lots of learning.

We also get to hear about both Marley and Maggie's cycling pet peeves, as well and why they vehemently disagree with the use of the term party pace. Finally, there's a special recording at the end of Maggie performing an original song!

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Biking Can Be For Everyone with Leta Highsmith (S1E16)

Wed, 03 May 2023 03:00:00 -0700

In 2019, Leta was certified by The League of American Bicyclists as a League Cycling Instructor (LCI). As an LCI, she is able to share her love of cycling by teaching learn to ride, Smart Cycling and various cycling classes and topics to children and adults.

Leta is also certified by the LAB as a League Cycling Coach. Now she is able to lead LCI seminars. As the League’s first African American female coach, Leta hopes to focus on working with people from diverse and underserved communities.

Leta turned her time and talents to serving her community. Currently, she volunteers as a coach for the Survivor Speak program as well as a presenter/speaker for the Safe Student Initiative of Jane Doe No More. JDNM is dedicated to empowering survivors of sexual crimes to find their voice, advance their healing and educate others.

League of American Bicyclists: https://bikeleague.org/

League Cycling Coach: https://bikeleague.org/ridesmart/become-instructor/

Wicking Head Wraps for Black Women: https://thegymwrap.com/pages/reviews

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

All the Ways We Bike with Ellen Noble (S1E15)

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Ellen's Instagram: @ellenlikesbikes

Ellen Noble Website https://www.ellennoble.com/

Jam Fund Grand-Fundo: http://www.jamcycling.org/jam-grand-fundo

Ellen’s Podcast - This One’s For You

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Bikes for Terrible Times with Maggie Lowe (S1E14)

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Get to know our co-host Maggie Lowe!

Maggie's Instagram: @maggany

The Great Cycle Challenge -https://greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/MaggieLowe1

Gravelmaps.com

Tunes for Terrible Times - link to spotify

Tuckfest - https://tuckfest.whitewater.org/

Charlotte abob instagram

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Washington DC Live with Shira Gordon and Tom Foley (S1E13)

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Tom Foley joined MWABA in 2021 after moving to the district. A long time blind stoker from Northern California, Tom rode with Team Alameda in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has completed multiple centuries and particularly abhors steep inclines and strong headwinds! Since joining MWABA, he has ridden in the 50 States Ride and the Great Pumpkin Ride. He regularly participates in the Bethesda evening ride and has enjoyed learning about all the great cycling trails and opportunities throughout the DMV.

Shira Gordon became a tandem captain with the Metro Washington Association of Blind Athletes (MWABA) in 2017 and became a board member in 2020. She has ridden with over twenty blind stokers and has trained new captains and stokers. Shira has ridden on all 50 state streets of D.C., done many rides on bike trails in the area, completed three centuries, and biked from Montreal to Quebec City--all with MWABA stokers.

MWABA- https://gomwaba.org/

League of American Bicyclists: https://bikeleague.org/

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Mid South Recap with Bobby Wintle (S1E11)

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0700

This week Marley recaps her experience at Mid South Gravel! Join us for on-the-ground conversations showcasing how joyful, fun, and inclusive the event was. She also got a chance to sit down with Bobby Wintle and share more about the event form his perspective.

Bobby Wintle is the co-owner of District Bicycles and The Mid South both located in Stillwater, OK. For the last 11 years he has been building real community through the shop and The Mid South has now grown into one of the top 5 biggest gravel/dirt road events in the world. Bobby loves cooking Brussel sprouts on Cast Iron and could stare at a sunset and cry for hours. He’s into both long, grueling hike-a-bikes up mountains and sweet, beautiful long walks on the beach. Word on the street is that he’s a pretty good hugger. Bobby believes in humans and that they are capable of much more than they ever thought possible. He invites everyone to come to the Weekend Endurance Festival that is The Mid South next March 14-17.

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Celebrating Ability with Meg Fisher (S1E10)

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Meg’s Website: www.gomegfisher.com

High Road Film

Meg’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megfisher/

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

More Than a Ride with Oliviah Franke (S1E9)

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Oliviah (she/her) is a biracial chicana who is passionate about social justice, advocacy for inclusion in cycling, plants, and her two cats. She was born in Portland Oregon, but proud to call Dena'ina lands in Anchorage Alaska, home now. She works in Community Education at a non profit called Native Movement and also spends time working in community with other cyclists to organize and facilitate BIPOC affinity rides in Anchorage!

She considers herself to still be a novice cyclist; having just gotten into bikepacking, winter rides on frozen bodies of water, and cycling with groups. She was a 2022 Ride for Racial Justice team athlete at Steamboat Gravel. The bike is a vehicle for liberation; her identities as queer, larger bodied, BIPOC, adopted, femme.... they are all made free and celebrated when she is having fun and pushing herself on a bike."

Swood Bicycles

7 Roads Bags

Chingona Film

Oliviah's Instagram: @oliviahfranke

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Good Vibrations with Cameron Sanders (S1E8)

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Cameron Sanders is a man of many hats. He’s worn a spelunking helmet, a bicycle helmet, a race directors cap, a stetson as a Park Ranger for 13 years, and - most recently - a work hat as the Vice President of Product Development and Marketing for Wren Sports.

In this episode he tells us about how he got into cycling in Alaska, his filmmaking endeavors from the saddle, and gets into his thoughts and suggestions on suspension setups for larger riders. Finally, he tells us about his film, Chingona, where he shows Olivia Franke's journey to SBT gravel.

Cameron's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/renaissance.cyclist/

Cameron’s Bike: https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-camerons-mahall-bikeworks/

Cameron’s YouTube Channel

Trike Packing Alaska - Some Assembly Required

Chingona

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Let's Talk Inclusion with Nicky Bates (S1E7)

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Nicky Bates lives in Detroit, MI and is a cyclist in her spare time and an advocate for bicyclists by day at her job with the League of Michigan Bicyclists. Her favorite post ride (or anytime) food is nachos and is moving to Marquette, MI in 2 months to be closer to her favorite activities: backpacking, gravel/single track riding, and swimming in a Great Lake.

Groups Mentioned: Grown Men on Bikes (@grownmenonbikes) and Grown Women on Bikes

All Bodies on Bikes Marquette - @allbodiesonbikes_marquette

Super rad inclusive bike shop: Metropolis Cycles

https://metropoliscycles.bike/

Barry Roubaix

https://barry-roubaix.com/

Nicky’s social media handle - @ bickynates

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

"I'm Allowed to be Boring" with Abi Robins (S1E7)

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Grounded Nebraska:

https://www.bikereg.com/grounded-nebraska-gravel-festival

The A to Z of Gender and Sexuality -

https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-a-z-of-gender-and-

sexuality-from-ace-to-ze-morgan-lev-edward-holleb/9970849?ean=9781785923425

RIDE Advocacy Group -

https://www.ridegroup.org/

Abi’s Instagram Post on How to Be an Ally to Queer & Trans Folks:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CljXE8TubYK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Sign up for Feisty Media's International Women's Day Panel!

https://www.womensperformance.com/iwd

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Listening to Your Body with Yasmin Boakye (S1E6)

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -0700

1928 Legacy Tour -https://majorknoxadventures.com/1928lt

Team Go Big - https://www.gobig.life/team-gobig

Melanin Base Miles - https://linktr.ee/melaninbasemiles & https://www.instagram.com/melaninbasemiles/

Sika Henry - https://www.sikahenry.com

Yasmin’s social media: @yasmin.thee.amazing and @thecurvyafro.vegan

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

The Car-free Life with Jenna Bikes (S1E5)

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Jenna Bikes is a delightful, car-free cyclist living in Portland, Oregon, spreading the joy of everyday cycling on her TikTok. Join us this week for a delightfully down-to-earth conversation where Jenna offers practical tips for everyday cyclists - from plus size clothing to commuting, to what saved her marriage (hint…it was an ebike!) and more!

Links

Follow Jenna on Tiktok: @jennabikes

Follow Jenna on Instagram @realjennarose

ARQ Underwear -https://shoparq.com/

Cleverhood Rain Capes -https://cleverhood.com/

Shift 2 Bikes - Bike Calendar in Portland -https://www.shift2bikes.org/

Seattle to Portland Bike Ride -https://cascade.org/rides-and-events-major-rides/kaiser-permanente-seattle-portland-presented-alaska-airlines

Adventure Cycling -https://www.adventurecycling.org/

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

A Friendly Bike Vocab Lesson (S1E4)

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -0700

This week, Maggie and Marley spend time talking about bicycle vocabulary and lingo. Getting into cycling can be intimidating and the words we use to talk about it doesn't help. Listen in to this week's episode to hear a non-intimidating conversation ranging from the etymology of chamois to peloton to the history of the bicycle.

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Building an Inclusive Cycling Culture with Greer Van Dyck (S1E3)

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Try This on for Size (S1E2)

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -0700

For those who do not fit into traditional sizes, it can be extremely challenging to find sports-specific activewear that actually fits. And by actually fits, we mean - not just extremely stretchy traditional sizes. This week, Marley and Maggie unpack what it means to them, as women living in larger bodies, to have cycling clothes that feel good.

The duo discusses the limitations of the cycling industry, their personal journey to finding a small few companies they actually like, and what it felt like the first time they tried on a bike kit. Finally, they share what they each like to wear on rides, and which kits they would recommend.

Top Kits of 2021 article mentioned https://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/g36533924/awesome-cycling-kits-for-men-and-women/

Opening music credit: https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-good-vibe-7669/

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

Introducing All Bodies on Bikes with Kailey Kornhauser (S1E1)

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -0700

Welcome to our live podcast launch, and episode one of All Bodies on Bikes. This week we introduce our show with the one and only, Kailey Kornhauser, P.h.D - co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes and overall advocate for body size inclusion.

For our first episode, the trio discusses how this platform will be used, and the variety of topics and themes we will focus on as we move forward. Touching on bike weight limits, finding a comfortable saddle, and Marley's distaste for "party pace" - the group highlights the importance of size inclusion in the bike community and beyond.

Follow Kailey on Instagram @kornhausersauce

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allbodiesonbikes/podcasts

All Bodies on Bikes Website: https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/

Tifosi: Use the code FM20 to get 20% off your order at tifosioptics.com

Fierce Hazel: Use code is allbodies for 30% off at fiercehazel.com

All Bodies on Bikes

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -0700

All Bodies on Bikes is a movement to create and foster a size-inclusive bike community.

Join Marley and Maggie as they explore the ideas surrounding “All Bodies On Bikes” and the impact this movement has on communities. We will explore themes such as party pace and why Marley hates it, the limitations of equipment, finding clothing and cycling tools, group ride dynamics as a larger-bodied person, the impact that “All Bodies On Bikes” has had and can have on the cycling industry as a whole.

Our podcast will feature stories and interviews with folks within the industry from big names in racing all the way to community members that love biking around town.

Join us as we explore the complexities of the bike world. Break down barriers and help us create the world we want to see!