Pedal The Springs

39: Project Bike Tech

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

We’re talking about the future of cycling, and it's happening in high school classrooms across the country. A one-of a kind program called Project Bike Tech is giving students the opportunity to take Bike Mechanics as an elective. Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort is proud to support this locally based non-profit this year and help inspire new generations to be passionate about bikes.

Host: Torie Giffin, Owner Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Jeff Donaldson, Executive Director Project Bike Tech

Tarin Kemp, Development Director Project Bike Tech

Links to show topics:

Project Bike Tech: https://www.projectbiketech.org/

Pedal the Springs is produced and presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at https://www.bicycleresort.com for more information.

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38: Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort 10 Year Anniversary Special

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Torie Giffin shares her journey to creating Colorado Springs’ top ranked lodging, bar, biking and live music venue. Guest host, moderator and superfan of the Pedal the Springs podcast, Terry Lyons, flips the roles and interviews the podcast host and owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort.

Recorded in front of a live audience, this episode features interviews with key staff members, community members and members of the Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe (fresh off the first Monday night ride of the season through the Garden of the Gods) all sharing their experiences about what makes the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort so unique and special.

Host: Terry Lyons, guest host and moderator

Guests:

Torie Giffin, Owner Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Sara Branham, General Manager Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Scott Ayen, Property Manager Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Michael Watry, Local Musician & Instructor with Black Rose Acoustic Society

Michael Rosell, (aka: Jersey Mike) Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe leader

Dr. Nicole Odell, Local Cycling Leader, Advocacy Committee Chair for Bike Colorado Springs

Dave Bryan & Cecilia, Local cyclist, Lodge regulars & Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe member

Graham Thompson, owner and mechanic, Westside Bicycle Service at the Lodge

LINKS:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort: https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Black Rose Acoustic Society: https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/

Manitou Music Foundation: https://www.manitoumusicfoundation.org/

North Cheyenne Canyon: https://coloradosprings.gov/NCC

Palmer Park: https://www.visitcos.com/things-to-do/outdoors/biking/top-11-bike-routes-in-colorado-springs/

Pike View Quarry Mountain Bike Park Project: https://pikeview.org/bike-park/

Red Rock Canyon Open Space: https://coloradosprings.gov/redrockcanyon

Ring the Peak: https://ringthepeaktrail.org/

Ring the Peak episode of Pedal the Springs: https://studio809podcasts.com/ring-the-peak/

Ute Valley Park: https://coloradosprings.gov/parks/page/ute-valley-park

Westside Bicycle Service: https://sites.google.com/view/westsidebikeservice/home

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37: Ring the Peak - the Vision Becoming a Reality

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The Ring the Peak Trail is one of Colorado Springs’ boldest outdoor visions and it just got a major boost. Local non-profit the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (PPORA) has secured a $2.5 million grant to help move the 63-mile continuous loop around the base of Pikes Peak closer to completion. We explore how this funding will help shape the future of Colorado Springs, and how it will enhance outdoor access and tourism across the Pikes Peak Region.

Host: Torie Giffin, Owner Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Conner Borkowski, Program and Special Projects Coordinator PPORA

Nic Ponsor, Bike industry veteran & Advisory Council for PPORA

LINKS:

Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Grant: https://goco.org/

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates: https://medwheel.org/

Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance: https://ppora.org/

Pike View Quarry Mountain Bike Park Project: https://pikeview.org/bike-park/

Ring the Peak: https://ringthepeaktrail.org/

Rocky Mountain Field Institute: https://www.rmfi.org/

Trails and Open Space Coalition: https://trailsandopenspaces.org/

MENTIONED:

Pikes Peak America’s Mountain

Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Becky Leinweber

Fruita

Moab

Garden of the Gods

Pikes Peak Center

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

Colorado Springs Airport

Cripple Creek

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates

Nick Ragain

Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC

Colorado Springs Mountain Bike Association (COSMBA)

Mile High Youth Corps

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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36: Westside Bicycle Service

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 06:22:00 -0400

Not many places offer the convenience of rolling right out of your bed to the bike shop, but whether you're staying at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, are a local to the area or just riding by or out of the lodge with our Bike Tribe, the Westside Bicycle Service is not just convenient, it’s top notch.

Find out more about Graham, the former Barnette Bicycle Institute instructor with more than 20 years in the industry and now owner of Westside Bicycle Service, and his path to shop ownership and finding work-life balance for his family – and to pursue his own cycling passion.

Be sure to hang on until the end to find out the most important thing you need to know about your bike!

Also join Graham for a Monthly Bike Maintenance Lunch & Learns coming up following the weekly Saturday 10am Bike Tribe Rides at 12:30 in the Lodge on the following dates in 2025-2026:

11/15 - Maintenance Basics

12/20 - Derailleurs and Shift Systems

1/17 - Brakes

2/21 - Bearings (Hubs, Headsets, Bottom Brackets)

3/21 - Wheels

4/18 - Suspension

These will be approximately hour-long presentation and demos (little to no hands on).

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests: Graham Thompson, owner and mechanic Westside Bicycle Service

Links to show topics:

Westside Bicycle Service:

https://sites.google.com/view/westsidebikeservice

https://www.instagram.com/westsidebikeservice

https://www.facebook.com/p/Westside-Bicycle-Service-61558619482773/

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort: http://bicycleresort.com

Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/129303757785031/

https://www.meetup.com/buffalo-lodge-bike-tribe/

City of Colorado Springs Bike Maps: https://coloradosprings.gov/bikemap

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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35: Club Spotlight - COS Racing

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 07:27:00 -0400

Bicycle racing isn’t just an elite or extreme sport, and this local club is making it fun and accessible. Nao Nozawa and Terry Lott fill us in. Terry Lyons fills in as host for Tori Giffin. The conversation covers everything from a brief history of COS Racing, advice for beginning racers, and a rundown of 2025 sponsors, to COS Racing's goals for future community involvement and talent development.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

COS Racing: https://cosracing.wildapricot.org/home

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort: https://www.bicycleresort.com

2025 COS Racing Sponsors:

https://positiveoutcomesllc.com/

https://fossilcraftbeer.com/

https://www.pactimo.com/

https://fitnesssystems.biz/

https://www.pikespeakathletics.com/

https://rectorlawfirm.com/beau-worthington/

https://agents.allstate.com/jeremy-dixon-colorado-springs-co.html

https://homesmart.com/real-estate-agent/colorado/coloradosprings/41914-leeann-perea/Welcome

https://www.bicycleresort.com/

https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/

https://www.oakley.com/

https://flowformulas.com/

https://cognitiveprotocol.com/

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34: Making Bicycling Better – Bike Colorado Springs

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 10:35:00 -0400

Get to know a local non-profit whose mission is to make bicycling in the Pikes Peak region better for people of all ages and abilities. Cory Sutela sits in for Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort’s Torie Giffin as host. He’s joined by three key volunteers for Bike Colorado Springs.

The organization works with the city traffic engineering and advocates to improve safety and bike infrastructure. They also provide or promote training programs to help motorists be more bike friendly, and to coach bicyclists on how to improve safety and avoid stressing motorists. They’ve provided motorist training for Mountain Metro, Olympic and Paralympic Committee, library district employees and many others.

Watch the video version of this episode at https://youtu.be/x6BABjUGFMQ

HOST: Cory Sutela, Former Advocacy Chair of Bike Colorado Springs, Current Executive Director of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates

GUESTS:

Cully Radvillas, Communications Committee Chair

Jerry White, Advocacy Committee Chair

Wes Pritchard, Advocacy Committee Volunteer and board member

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Bike Colorado Springs

Website - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bike_cos/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BikeColoradoSprings

City Council Candidate Survey - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/2025-city-council-candidate-survey-where-do-they-stand-on-biking-and-transportation/

Vision Zero - https://visionzeronetwork.org/about/what-is-%20vision-zero/

Training for ride leaders – coming up in May - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/learn-to-lead-rides-safely-with-or-free-may-training/

Ghost Bikes - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/a-ghost-bike-memorializes-michael-pompa-honoring-a-life-lost-and-advocating-for-safer-roads/

Bike-Friendly Driver and Auto-Friendly Cyclist training programs - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/bicyclefriendlydriver/

Bicycle Colorado’s Shift Driving Course - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/shift-driving-course/

Smart Cycling Course - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/learnmore/education/lab-smart-cycling/

League of American Bicyclists Bicycle Friendly Community designation - https://bikeleague.org/bfa/community/

Colorado Springs Bike Master Plan - https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/get-involved/bike-masterplan/

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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33: More Fun than a Car! - PaCMan

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:29:00 -0400

A group of citizens volunteer their time to make cycling, walking, and other non-auto conveyance safer, easier and even more fun – in Manitou and across the region. Learn about PaCMan: Ped and Cycle Manitou Springs, from three key volunteers, Luke Prince, Cris Grow and Karl Stang. Cory Sutela subs as host for Torie Giffin. He’s executive director of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates. The group discusses the myriad ways of getting around town, plus resources available for everyone to learn how to move about more safely.

Host: Cory Sutela

Guests, All Volunteers with PaCMan: Ped and Cycle, Manitou Springs:

Luke Prince
Cristina Grow
Karl Stang

MENTIONED:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort - https://www.bicycleresort.com/

PaCMan: Ped and Cycle, Manitou Springs –

On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pacmanitou/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pacmanitou

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates - https://medwheel.org/

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board (MACH) - https://www.manitouspringsco.gov/558/_Manitou-Arts-Culture-and-Heritage-Board

Manitou Springs School District - https://www.mssd14.org/

Mountain Metro - https://coloradosprings.gov/mountainmetro

Manitou Springs parking and shuttle info - https://manitousprings.org/parking-shuttles/

PikeRide - https://www.pikeride.org/

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

Bicycle Colorado - https://www.bicyclecolorado.org/

Pikes Peak Bulletin - https://pikespeakbulletin.org/

To report potholes and other safety issues:

GoCos - https://coloradosprings.gov/gocos

SeeClickFix Manitou Springs - https://www.manitouspringsco.gov/786/8719/SeeClickFix

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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32: What Every Motorist and Cyclist Needs to Know

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:43:00 -0400

Frustrated, confused or irritated by bicyclist behaviors on the streets of Colorado Springs? Why did they just blow the stop sign? How do I pass on a single lane road with a bicyclist on one side and a double line on the other? Why do they ride in the streets when they have perfectly good trails to use?

We talk with a Colorado Springs Police Officer and local cycling advocates to understand the rules and rights of motorists and cyclists on the roads in Colorado. It’s all in the interest of safety for bicyclists, motorists and pedestrians alike.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Guests:

Officer Sid Santos, Gold Hill Division Crime Prevention Officer, Colorado Springs Police Department

Allen Beauchamp, Community Engagement, Trails & Open Space Coalition (TOSC) https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/

Joan Stang, Advocacy, Pedestrian & Cycle Manitou Springs (PaC-MAN) https://www.facebook.com/pacmanitou

Links to show Topics:

Bicycle Friendly Driver Laws Handout, Auto Friendly Bicyclist Laws Handout, and All About the Colorado Safety Stop: https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/learnmore/education/#

Bicycle Friendly Driver Course: https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/learnmore/education/#

Shift – Free Online Training Course: https://www.bicyclecolorado.org/shiftdriving/

Smart Cycling Course: https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/learnmore/education/lab-smart-cycling/

Bike Colorado Springs https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/

Bicycle Colorado: https://www.bicyclecolorado.org/

League of American Cyclists https://bikeleague.org

Additional Notes:

1) The Safety Stop (SS) is an option for bicyclists---not a requirement. It's about safety and allowing cyclists to get through an intersection faster so that crash risk is minimized, since intersections are the most dangerous road infrastructure for people on bicycles. Young riders under the age of 15 may perform the SS but MUST have a parent or legal guardian accompany them.

2) Sharrows simply indicate and remind motorists to expect bicyclists on the roadway. They do not delineate where the bicyclist should ride but merely communicate with motorists to expect bicyclists taking the lane. As Allen mentioned, sharrows have been shown to not be effective Source: https://www.peopleforbikes.org/news/we-were-wrong-about-sharrows

3) CDOT and Bicycle Colorado both tell us that bicyclists in Colorado have all the rights and responsibilities applicable to the driver of any other vehicle. This means that bicyclists are treated as motor vehicles in Colorado. https://www.codot.gov/programs/bikeped/information-for-bicyclists/bicycling-manual

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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31: Local Bike Shop Spotlight - Bicycle Experience

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:05:00 -0400

Passion, perseverance and a genuine heart for people drive this locally owned bike shop in the downtown Ivywild neighborhood. It’s the only veteran owned bike shop in Colorado Springs. Todd Hood, a retired, 20-year Army combat veteran has owned the shop since 2013 and when you come to his shop you feel like family. You can even sit at the bar over a Bristol beer and watch their top-notch and friendly mechanics work on your bike.

It’s also home to Carl the Cat and he even has his own branded merch. While they sell and service a variety of bikes and cater to all types of cyclists from hardcore mountain bikers to families, they’re primarily a mountain bike shop carrying brands including Yeti Cycles, Specialized, Norco and Intense. This winter they’re also getting into ski bike & board rentals and sales.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Guests:

Todd Hood, Owner Bicycle Experience https://www.bicyclexperience.com/

Brandon D’Aurelio, Shop Manager “Suspension guru”

Danny Soteres & Rob Frisbie, Mountain Bikers & Shop Supporters

Links to show Topics:

Carl’s Friendsgiving and Mega Give-Away https://www.facebook.com/events/s/carls-friendsgiving-and-mega-g/568783059151400/

Bristol Brewing Company https://www.bristolbrewing.com/

Captain Jacks https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/343956/captain-jacks

Happy Cats Haven https://happycatshaven.org/

Leadville 100 https://www.leadvilleraceseries.com/mtb/leadvilletrail100mtb/

North Cheyenne Canyon https://www.trailforks.com/region/north-cheyenne-canon-park/

Pikes Peak Mountain Biking Trails https://www.trailforks.com/region/pikes-peak/

Pikes Peak APEX Mountain Bike Race https://www.coloradospringssports.org/events/pikes-peak-apex/

Palmer Park https://www.trailforks.com/region/palmer-park/

SRAM https://www.sram.com/en/company/about

Stratton Open Space https://www.trailforks.com/region/stratton-open-space/

Trestle Bike Park https://www.trestlebikepark.com/

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30: Club Spotlight - Manitou Spokes

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:16:00 -0400

They call themselves a drinking club with a cycling problem, and while they may enjoy gathering for beers post ride, the Manitou Spokes is a club full of heart and a passion for their Manitou Springs community and fellow cyclists.

The club began in 2009 and meets Tuesdays at 5pm from the start of daylight savings in May to the end in October, the Manitou Spokes offers 3 ride options each week: a Flat & Friendly Road Ride, a Hot & Hilly Road Ride and a Mountain Bike Ride, the Trail Trekkers. Following the rides, they rejoin to drink and dine together and support a different local brewery or bar.

While you might find photos on Facebook, this group is only social in person, there is no website. The main way to connect with the Manitou Spokes is by showing up and getting on their email list. They meet from the back of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month and an alternate location (disclosed in the club email) on 1st and 5th Tuesdays.

It was a lively multi-generational gathering of guests for our interview and very representative of the variety of ages and abilities in the club. We enjoyed sipping some great Colorado local beer during the show as is fitting with the club, although one rider pointed out you don’t have to drink to fit in. Find out more about the Manitou Spokes Cycling Club in this, our 30th Pedal the Springs Podcast.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guests:

Del Hokanson, Manitou Spokes Founder and Leader
Frank Morrey (aka Frankie blue eyes)
Eydie Elkins (mountain biker and more)
Kathleen Morrow (original club member)
Hendrika Layton (new club member)

Links to show Topics:

Garden of the Gods Park: https://gardenofgods.com/

Hannah Hokanson Yeomans: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-hokanson/

Jack Quinn’s Running Club: https://jackquinnsrunners.com/

Midland Trail: https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/trails/midland-trail/

Red Rock Canyon Open Space: https://coloradosprings.gov/redrockcanyon

South Park Brewery: https://southparkbrewingcolorado.com/

Women’s Mountain Biking Association (WMBA): https://www.wmbacos.org/

719 Ride: https://719ride.com/

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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29: Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Association COSMBA

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:14:00 -0400

Colorado Springs is a bucket list destination for mountain biking, most especially due to the variety of trails, terrains, views, and accessibility, but it has been community support through local trail building non-profits that has been key to maintaining and growing it and making it so great. But there was still a need for more advanced trail advocacy and building and now thanks to the Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Association, it's getting even better.

The organization, formed just two years ago, has fast become a force in helping to speed up the process for creating and improving trails and connections - not just for advanced mountain bikers but all levels of users. In this podcast, host Torie Giffin talks with the Executive Director, board and members of COSMBA about the exciting work they've been doing and what's coming up next.

For more information about COSMBA and to join, visit https://cosmba.org/

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guests:

Keith Thompson, Executive Director
Gabe Alvarado, Board Vice President
Nikki Rhoades, Board Membership Experience
Kaile Vierstra, Member & Trail Crew Leader

Links to show topics:

The Black Foxes https://www.theblackfoxes.com/

Black Sheep https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7066325/black-sheep

Blodgett Open Space https://coloradosprings.gov/BlodgettOpenSpace

Captain Jacks https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/343956/captain-jacks

Captain Morgans https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7026370/captain-morgans

Chutes and Ladders https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7018802/chutes

Kids on Bikes https://kidsonbikes.net/

Peak Devo https://www.peakdevo.com/

The Quarry Mountain Bike Park Project https://pikeview.org/bike-park/

Women’s Mountain Biking Association https://www.wmbacos.org/

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Pedal the Springs Podcast http://studio809radio.com/pedal-the-springs/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloLodgeBicycleResort/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/buffalolodgebicycleresort/

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBPnkzphxs_3eNOgT104qAA

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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28: Club Spotlight: Southern Colorado Velo

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:41:00 -0400

There’s nothing quite like the camaraderie of riding with a group. If you’re looking to connect with a great club in the Southern Colorado/Colorado Springs area that focuses on road and gravel biking and that caters to all ages and abilities, SOCO Velo may be the right club for you. Founded in 2010, the group is for beginners to pros - and mainly meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings with some weekend rides and off season virtual rides. Host Torie Giffin talks with board members Kimberly Trogdon, President & Social Media, and Sarah Roueche, Secretary.

For more information about SOCO Velo and to join, visit https://socovelo.com Membership is $40/year with a free one month trial.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guests:

Kimberly Trogdon, SOCO Velo President & Social Media

Sarah Roueche, SOCO Velo Secretary

Links to show topics:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Southern Colorado Velo https://socovelo.com

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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27 2024 Rampart Rager Post Ride Wrap Up

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:45:00 -0400

Whether you raced it or you’re thinking about taking on the next Rampart Rager, check out this post ride wrap up of the 8th Annual Rampart Rager, a Regional Gravel Hillclimb Championship. Host Torie Giffin talks one-on-one with course director and co-organizer Daniel Matheny about this year’s event, the course, the top talent, awards, rest stops, post race party, lessons learned and stories from the trail.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner and Co-organizer of the Rampart Rager

Guest: Daniel Matheny, Co-organizer of the Rampart Rager and Coach with Matheny Endurance

Rampart Rager Sponsors:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Bussey Law Firm https://www.thebusseylawfirm.com/

Criterium Bike Shop https://www.criterium.com/

Enduro Bites https://endurobites.com/

Matheny Endurance https://mathenyendurance.com/ https://icoachbadasses.com

Viable Sustainability https://www.facebook.com/viablesustainability

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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bicycleresort.com http://bicycleresort.com/

Pedal the Springs Podcast http://studio809radio.com/pedal-the-springs/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloLodgeBicycleResort/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/buffalolodgebicycleresort/

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBPnkzphxs_3eNOgT104qAA

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

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:47:00 -0400

Meet the Colorado Springs Cycling Club, the longest running cycling club in the Springs. Torie sits down with the club’s board for our first podcast recorded in front of a live audience. Hear about the variety of club rides and offerings, advocacy efforts and events supported and what’s new for 2024, in addition to diving into the 37-year history of the club with some of the club’s past presidents and its most active members. It was a packed house with more than 40 people in attendance. If you’re looking for a great local club to join, listen here to find out more and check out http://bikesprings.org/ for all of the ride schedules, information and to join.

The Colorado Springs Cycling Club is a non-profit community recreational cycling club open to all ages and abilities. It was started in the mid 80s by Bob and Anne Smith following the ending of the Strata Cycling Club. When Torie moved to Colorado Springs 22 years ago, the club became her first family of friends and she fell in love with the Springs riding with them. She’s been on the board for several years now and also helped put on the Club’s Buena Vista Bike Festival for about 4 years in the 2010s. It was truly Torie’s pleasure to be able to host this special live podcast and season kickoff of the Club. There are so many exciting things happening with the club this year. Membership is $21/individual and $28/family for 1 year.

Regular Club Rides:

Sunday Social Ride 1pm at Legacy Loop Trailhead
Monday Dinner Ride 5:15pm (summer/fall) Panera Bread University Village
Wednesday Morning Ride 10am Legacy Loop Trailhead
Saturday Tour De Latte 10am Fontanero & Weber street
Saturday Resort Ride 10am (8:30am May-Oct) Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Special Rides & Gatherings:

Frozen Water Bottle Ride
Progressive Dinner Ride
July Club Picnic and Ride
Balloon Ride to Labor Day Liftoff and Breakfast at Patty Jewett
Ride of Silence May 15th
Pedalin’ for St. Patrick’s Course support
Monthly Club Meetings (usually 3rd Tuesdays at 6pm various locations)

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner and CSCC Board Member

Guests:

Rich Heitman, CSCC Board Member at Large
Sarah Hill, CSCC Board Treasurer
Marci McGirr, CSCC Board President
Aaron Rosenthal, CSCC Original Member
Allan Beauchamp, CSCC Past President
Charlie Czarniecki, CSCC Past President

Links to show topics:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Colorado Springs Cycling Club https://www.bikesprings.org/ and Meetup https://www.meetup.com/colorado-springs-cycling-club/

Garden of the Gods https://gardenofgods.com/

Pedalin’ for St. Pats https://csstpats.com/

Pikes Peak https://www.pikes-peak.com/about-pikes-peak/

RAGBRAI https://ragbrai.com/

Ride of Silence May 15th https://www.rideofsilence.org/locations-domestic.php?s=CO#CO

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

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:05:00 -0400

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

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guest: Erik Newsholme, Race Across America Winner

Guest: James Wieker, Race Across America Erik’s Crew

Links to show topics:

3Hundred Days of Shine https://www.3hundreddays.com/

Bag Balm https://bagbalm.com/

‘Bicycle Dreams’ Documentary https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1351099/

Black Forest Farmers Market https://www.thebackyardmarkets.com/black-forest-market

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Erik the Blade Sharpener https://eriktheblade.com/

Erik Nesholme on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/erik.newsholme?mibextid=dGKdO6

Erik Newsholme Race Across America WinnerRAAM 2021: Erik Newsholme Climbs Wolf Creek Pass https://youtu.be/J0bXZSaFIpo?si=DgqTD7xY2o4C0a8c

FIRST PLACE MALE SOLO - ERIK NEWSHOLMEhttps://youtu.be/xjICHGBMyOE?si=ftTR0_Mzy0RmXwuN

Garden of the Gods https://gardenofgods.com/

Pikes Peak https://www.pikes-peak.com/about-pikes-peak/

RAGBRAI https://ragbrai.com/

Sarah Cooper ‘Follow That Line’ Documentary https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7583824/

Video Version of this Podcast https://youtu.be/Htkq22HU85Y

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24: Local Bike Shop Spotlight: Old Town Bike Shop

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 12:31:00 -0400

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

Host: Torie Giffin,

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guest: John Crandall, owner Old Town Bike Shop

Guest: Joe Vuchetich, mechanic Old Town Bike Shop

Links to show topics:

Old Town Bike Shop https://www.oldtownbikeshop.com/

Bike Clinic Too https://www.upadowna.org/support-us/bike-clinic-too/

Bike to Work Day https://coloradosprings.gov/biketowork

Catamount Institute https://www.catamountinstitute.org/

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Colorado College https://www.coloradocollege.edu/

Criterium Bike Shop https://www.criterium.com/

Eddie Merckx https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddy_Merckx

Homeward Pikes Peak https://homewardpp.org/

Koichi Nakano https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koichi_Nakano

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates https://medwheel.org/

Pedal Station https://kidsonbikes.net/pedal-station/

Rider and the Wolf https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4502444/

Rocky Mountain Field Institute https://www.rmfi.org/

Ted’s Bicycles https://www.tedsbicycles.com/

Trails and Open Space Coalition https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/

YMCA https://ppymca.org/locations/downtown/downtown

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23: Coach Spotlight - Matheny Endurance

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 03:04:00 -0400

If you’re looking to take your cycling to the next level in 2024 – whether you’re an amateur or pro, training for fitness or to reach a performance goal – getting a personal coach can help get you there.

Daniel Matheny has been coaching athletes of all ages and abilities in a variety of sports (primarily cycling) for over two decades, from Juniors at USA Cycling to pros at CTS. Now through his Matheny Endurance, he offers athletes a range of services – from mapping out personalized custom plans to providing on-site race day support. Matheny is a top athlete himself and also the local go-to in Colorado Springs for setting up courses for some of our top area races – like the Pikes Peak APEX and Rampart Rager Gravel. We talk about his background, services, trainer tips and where he goes for inspiration, in this edition of Pedal the Springs.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guest: Daniel Matheny, Matheny Endurance

Links to show topics:

Breck Epic https://breckepic.com/

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

CTS & Chris Carmichael https://trainright.com/

CTS Trainright Podcast https://trainright.com/podcast/

Colorado Trail Race https://bikepacking.com/event/2023-colorado-trail-race/

EVOQ Cycling Podcast https://www.youtube.com/c/EVOQBIKE

Leadville 100 MTB https://www.leadvilleraceseries.com/mtb/leadvilletrail100mtb/

MTB Marathon World Championships https://ridesnowshoehighlands.com/event/uci-2024/

Matheny Endurance icoachbadasses.com https://mathenyendurance.com/

Pikes Peak Apex by RockShox https://www.coloradospringssports.org/events/pikes-peak-apex/

Primal Wear https://www.primalwear.com/

Rampart Rager https://www.rampartrager.com/

National Strength and Conditioning Association NSEA https://www.nsca.com/

Professional Mountain Bike Instructors Association PMBIA https://pmbia.org/

Fast Talk Laboratories https://www.fasttalklabs.com/

SUPA Podcast Stand Up Pedal Action https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supa-stand-up-pedal-action/id1578907633

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

Strava https://www.strava.com/

USA Cycling https://usacycling.org/about-us/

Pedal the Springs is produced by Studio809 Podcasts from our community podcast studio at the NextUs in Downtown Colorado Springs and presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at https://bicycleresort.com for more information.

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22: Local Bike Shop Spotlight – Ted’s Bicycles

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 15:03:00 -0400

It’s the oldest independently-owned bike shop in Colorado Springs, with a history of not just providing great service, sales and rider support for over 52 years, but of contributing to the community with impacts that reach far beyond the cycling world, to make this city a better place to live for everyone.

In this edition of Pedal the Springs, meet Tony, the owner of Ted’s Bicycles, and find out more about the shop’s history and the many activities and events he has initiated and supported throughout the years, from repairing bicycles for an annual Christmas giveaway to those less fortunate, to helping launch one of the most iconic area events, the Starlight Spectacular, that funds our local trails and open spaces, to providing more than 300 bike racks throughout our entire community. It’s a special heartfelt show and tribute that highlights how much one shop and man can make a difference.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guests:

Tony Hoewisch, owner Ted’s Bicycles
Allen Beauchamp, Trails & Open Space Coalition & professional people talker
Ryan Bennett, manager Ted’s Bicycles

Links to show topics:

Ted’s Bicycleshttps://www.tedsbicycles.com/

Bike MS Colorado https://events.nationalmssociety.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1720

The Bob Telmosse Foundationhttps://santa-bob.org/index.html

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resorthttps://www.bicycleresort.com/

Colorado Springs Cycling Clubhttps://www.bikesprings.org/

Garden of the Godshttps://gardenofgods.com/

Starlight Spectacularhttps://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/starlight-spectacular/

Episodes are recorded in the Studio 809 Podcasts community podcast studio at The Next Us. https://thenextus.spaces.nexudus.com/?public&

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21: Club Spotlight - Ride with Our Tribe: Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 20:30:00 -0400

One of the best ways to see and explore a city is by bike and there’s no better way to connect with the cycling community and get to know the local trails than by riding with a local club. At the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, we are home to the Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe and whether you’re a tourist, new to town or a longtime local, all are welcome to join our weekly, year-round rides. Find out more about one of the coolest bike clubs in the city in this edition of Pedal the Springs podcast. Meet our ride leaders and some of our tribe riders in this our 21st episode and the first with video.

It’s the heart of what we do here at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, connect cyclists with all of the magnificent places to ride and adventure in Colorado Springs. We’re “Your Basecamp for Adventure in the Pikes Peak Region.” Since our inception over seven years ago, we’ve been putting on free weekly community rides through our Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe. Our regular weekly rides include our Saturday recreational intermediate to advanced road and feature over 10 incredible rotating destinations throughout Colorado Springs and our Monday Garden Gears and Buffalo Beers is a tour of Garden of the Gods Park, right in our back yard less that a mile away.

Most places you travel to, you would need to pay to book a bike tour of the area. At the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort you can ride for free with locals, get to know local trails and have the camaraderie of joining our team for a post ride gathering and drinks at the lodge after. Our first ride is free, then, just $20 a year gets you membership for unlimited rides throughout the year. Meet our team and leaders and find out more about the club how to join us in this episode of “Pedal the Springs”.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guests:

Michael Rosell “Jersey Mike,” Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe ride leader
Todd Chamberlain, Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe ride leader & sweep
Gail Smicklas, Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe
Sheila Wilson, Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Video Version of This Episode https://youtu.be/-B2RGWiqJo0?si=BlDS6ZCp6crO2otQ

Coffin Races https://manitousprings.org/emma-crawford-coffin-races/

Colorado Springs Bike Shop https://www.coloradospringsbikeshop.com/

Colorado Springs Cycling Club https://www.bikesprings.org/

Criterium Bike Shop https://www.criterium.com/

Cycling Santa http://chasingsanta.com/

Garden of the Gods https://gardenofgods.com/

Kids on Bikes https://kidsonbikes.net/

Old Town Bike Shop https://www.oldtownbikeshop.com/

Pactimo https://www.pactimo.com/

Pikes Peakhttps://coloradosprings.gov/hiking-and-biking

Primal Wear https://www.primalwear.com/

RAGBRAI https://ragbrai.com/

Rampart Rager https://www.rampartrager.com/

Routes Outfitter https://www.routesoutfitter.com/

SOCO Velo https://socovelo.com/

Starlight Spectacular https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/starlight-spectacular/

St. Patrick’s Day Ride https://csstpats.com/

Ted’s Bicycles https://www.tedsbicycles.com/

Tour de Tucson https://eltourdetucson.org/

Trails End Trailblazers & Taproom https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/

Triple Bypass https://www.triplebypass.org/

Women’s Mountain Biking Association https://www.wmbacos.org/

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20: Cycling with the Santas

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:08:00 -0400

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

It’s been an annual holiday tradition since the Buffalo Lodge became the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort 7 years ago. The first Saturday in December we trade in our kits for Santa Suits to ride a spread cheer through our community. The Cycling Santa benefits Christmas Unlimited and participants are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to help kids less fortunate in our community.

The ride has something for every ability, from 6 to 10 miles to the 22 mile full route. The routes travel along the Pikes Peak Greenway and are all relatively flat. The long ride continues through downtown Colorado Springs and Old Colorado City to the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort for a big waffle breakfast and party before heading back to the start. In this episode of “Pedal the Springs” we talk with the event organizer, volunteers and participants for all of the exciting details about the event.

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guests:

Michael Pharis, owner LYMEvents, organizer Chasing Santa 5k & Cycling Santa
David Sweetman, Santa Ride Leader
Ben Schwenk, Santa’s Helper

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Chasing Santa event https://www.runningguru.com/E1.asp?eID=106190

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/

Christmas Unlimited https://www.christmasunlimited.org/

Criterium Bike Shop https://www.criterium.com/

LYMEvents https://lymevents.com/

Achilles Pikes Peakhttps://www.achillesinternational.org/pikes-peak

Cheyenne Mountain Trail Racehttps://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=95711

Criterium Bike Shophttps://www.criterium.com

Chick-fil-Ahttps://www.chick-fil-a.com/locations/co/garden-of-the-gods

FOX21 Morning News https://www.fox21news.com/live/

Girls on the Runhttps://www.girlsontherunrockies.org

Pima Medical Plazahttps://pmi.edu/locations/colorado/colorado-springs/

Red Leghttps://redlegbrewing.com

Rocke Mountain ebikeshttps://www.rockemountainbike.com

Springs Law Group https://springslawgroup.com/

DJ Shieldshttps://www.djshield01.com

NMF Lendinghttps://nfmlending.com

North Academy Chiropractorhttps://www.northacademychiropractic.com

Outside the Framehttps://www.outsidetheframe.org

9 Round Kick Boxing and Fitness https://www.9round.com/locations/co/colorado-springs/south-tejon

Spur the Band https://cosspurmusic.weebly.com/

BUFFTRIBE 20% off event

Use promo code SANTA23 for 25% off your stay at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort in December.

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

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 23:16:00 -0400

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

The Buffalo Lodge Rampart Rager powered by Criterium Bicycles, with the opportunity to ride out of your room to race start, is a great reason to visit Colorado Springs this Fall. If you’re looking for a super challenging gravel race that will push you to your limits, but with plenty of support like bottle handoffs and great aid stations, along with a super attractive prize purse and after party, check out this episode of Pedal the Springs.

Started in 2015, the Rampart Rager isn’t your typical gravel grinder with elevation gains starting at 3,000 to 8,000 feet of climbing and breathtaking views of Pikes Peak. Whether you are an amateur or a pro racer who wants to challenge yourself, tune into this lively podcast as Torie and friends drink great Colorado craft beer and moonshine and banter about this epic ride they created to showcase their passion for biking in Colorado Springs.

Event Info and Registration: https://www.rampartrager.com/

Host: Torie Giffin, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Owner

Guests:

Jayson Middlemiss, Rampart Rager Founder/Race Director
Nic Ponsor, Criterium Bike Shop Owner/Rampart Rager Prize Purse Sponsor
Daniel Matheny, Matheny Endurance Coach/Rampart Rager Course Director

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

3Hundred Days of Shine Moonshine https://www.3hundreddays.com/ Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com/ Buffalo Lodge Rampart Rager Powered by Criterium Bicycles https://www.rampartrager.com/ Criterium Bike Shop https://www.criterium.com/ CTS Colorado Springs https://trainright.com/coaching/locations/colorado-springs-info/ Distillery 291 https://distillery291.com/ Endurobites https://endurobites.com/ Garden of the Gods https://gardenofgods.com/ Hotter’N Hell Hundred https://www.hh100.org/ Jimmy John’s Colorado Springs https://locations.jimmyjohns.com/co/coloradosprings/ Jorts https://www.dictionary.com/e/fashion/jorts/ Leadville 100 https://www.leadvilleraceseries.com/mtb/leadvilletrail100mtb/ Lerow Popowski https://youtu.be/2oAMamm5Y4w Lonetree Brewing Company https://lonetreebrewingco.com/ Matheny Endurance https://mathenyendurance.com/ http://Icoachbadasses.com Mount Herman https://www.visitcos.com/directory/mount-herman-trail/ Pikes Peak APEX https://www.coloradospringssports.org/events/pikes-peak-apex/ Pro Challenge https://www.prochallenge.com/ Red Leg Brewing Company https://redlegbrewing.com/ USA Cycling https://usacycling.org/ Viable Sustainability https://www.facebook.com/viablesustainability/

Use promo code RAGER23 for 40% off your stay at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort anytime from October 9 - 20, 2023 if registered or involved in the 2023 Rampart Rager powered by Criterium on October 14.

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18: Join the Starlight Spectacular Nighttime Ride in the Garden

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:18:00 -0400

The longest running ride in Colorado Springs, now in its 27th year, the Starlight Spectacular continues to delight and amaze. From the crazy costumes, to all of the colorfully lighted bicycles, to the sheer joy of being able to bike the Garden of the Gods at night by moonlight, there are so many reasons this ride draws up to 1,5000 riders a year.

In this episode Torie talks with local legends and cycling advocates about what’s new for this year and some fun stories from the past. Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Allen Beauchamp, Community Engagement Manager with Trails and Open Space Coalition Al Brody, ORG (Old Retired Guy) Mentioned in This Episode:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://bicycleresort.com

City of Colorado Springs https://coloradosprings.gov/

Colorado Springs Cycling Club https://bikesprings.org/

Garden of the Gods https://gardenofgods.com

Pike Ride https://www.pikeride.org/

Tails and Open Space Coalition (TOSC) https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/

Ted’s Bicycles https://www.tedsbicycles.com/

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17 Join the Bike to Work Day Breakfast & Celebration

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 21:13:00 -0400

What’s not to love with a day that starts out with biking and free breakfast?? Ditch the car and commute by bike on June 28th to get the benefits of this annual Colorado Springs event.

It all started with a grant to improve air quality and brought us all a little closer together as a biking community. For over three decades Colorado Springs has been taking part in Bike to Work Day Breakfast. Hear from local organizers and participants in the Annual Bike to Work Day Breakfast for all of the details about this year’s event – from how to sign up yourself or your company, to the resources available to find the breakfast stops along your route, what they’re serving, other perks, and tips to ensure success

Listen in and find out just how easy and fun it can be to commute by bike in and around our city, not just one day but hopefully inspiration for a lifestyle change benefitting you and our community.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Tim Roberts, Transportation Planning Manager with the City of Colorado Springs
Karole Campbell, owner of Madwoman Marketing
Allen Beauchamp, Community Engagement Mgr with Trails and Open Space Coalition
Cully Radvillas, Communications Director Bike Colorado Springs

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Bike Colorado Springs https://www.bikecoloradosprings.org/

Bike to Work Day Breakfast https://coloradosprings.gov/biketowork

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com

Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe https://www.facebook.com/groups/129303757785031/

https://www.meetup.com/buffalo-lodge-bike-tribe/

City of Colorado Springs https://coloradosprings.gov/

City of Colorado Springs Bike Maps https://coloradosprings.gov/bikemap

Colorado Springs Cycling Club https://bikesprings.org/

Colorado Springs Philharmonic https://csphilharmonic.org/

COS Racing https://cosracing.com/

Criterium Bike Shop https://www.criterium.com/

Fountain Creek Brewshed Alliance https://www.fountain-crk.org/fountain-creek-brewshed-alliance

Manitou Spokespeteanddel@gmail.com

METRO Mountain Metropolitan Transit https://coloradosprings.gov/mountainmetro

Pike Ride https://www.pikeride.org/

SOCO Velo Southern Colorado Velo https://socovelo.com/

SRAM Colorado Springs https://www.sram.com/en/company/about

Trails and Open Space Coalition TOSC https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/

US Olympic and Paralympic Museum https://usopm.org/

WMBA Women’s Mountain Biking Association of Colorado Springshttps://www.wmbacos.org/

Pedal the Springs is produced by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at https://www.bicycleresort.com for more information.

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16 The Next Gen! Junior Cycling in the Springs

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:42:00 -0400

If you're a fan of mountain biking, chances are you might have kids who have an interest as well. Joining a team is one of the best ways to meet and learn from others, get great coaching, build camaraderie, and have an opportunity to compete. But the benefits of joining a team go beyond that according to the teens and parents we talked to, it will not only give you a boost on the trails but can set you up for success in life. It was a fun day at Studio809 as we got to chatting with Mason and Trinity Meredith along with their Dad Shane and coaches Eric and Nick about what makes the Front Rangers Junior Mountain Biking Team and Highlanders High School Composite Racing Team so great. Find out more about their experiences, recommendations and how to get involved in the local junior mountain biking scene in this episode of Pedal the Springs. Front Range Junior Cycling welcomes athletes of all skill levels, providing bicycling activities, coaching and skills development for teens/youth ages 12-18. Find out more and join at https://frontrangers.org Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Mason Meredith, 15, Front Ranger Trinity Meredith, 11, Front Ranger Shane Meredith, Board President Eric Drummond, Board of Directors Nick Garside, Coach Mentioned in this Episode: Bicycle Experience https://www.bicyclexperience.com/ Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://bicycleresort.com/ Colorado Springs Trails: Buckhorn, Captain Jacks, Chutes, Elk Park, El Pomar Bike Park, Jones Park, Palmer Park, The Plummet, Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Ute Valley Park https://coloradosprings.gov/trails Criterium Bicycles https://www.criterium.com/ Criterium Engineers https://criterium-mccafferty.com/ Edward Jones https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/clay-worthington Front Rangers Junior Mountain Bike Team https://frontrangers.org/ Garmin Edge https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/611996 Greenleaf Engineering http://www.tgegrading.com/

Highlanders High School Racing Team https://frontrangers.org/highlanders/ Highridge Woodwoorking https://www.highridgewoodworking.com/ Mountain Bike Project https://www.mtbproject.com/ Nametag Ninja https://nametagninja.com/ Pedal Station https://kidsonbikes.net/pedal-station/ Powers Dental Group https://powersdentalgroup.com/ Robert Wilcox, CPA https://www.rjw-cpa.com/ Scheels https://www.scheels.com/store?StoreID=022 Springs Homes Real Estate https://CoRealEstateMom.com SRAM https://www.sram.com/en/sram Trailforks https://www.trailforks.com/ Valmont Bike Park https://www.trailforks.com/region/valmont-bike-park/

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15 Twisted Spoke CBD for Cyclists

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 12:20:00 -0400

One Colorado Springs company combines their love of cycling with great CBD products for cyclists. While many people come to Colorado for the cycling, it’s no secret that many people also come to Colorado for the cannabis.

In this episode of Pedal the Springs meet one of the owners of homegrown Twisted Spoke CBD. They make products for top tier athletes to amateurs from chamois cream to recovery cream and everything in between. While the products are great for cyclists, they’re by cyclists and for everyone. Find out more about their products, what makes them specially formulated for cyclists, where to find their products and about their efforts to support the local cycling community.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Gabe Kane, Twisted Spoke co-owner

Gina Harvey, Twisted Spoke intern

Mentioned in this Episode:

Andy Sparks https://performance-united.com/staff/

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com

Elevation Wheel Company https://elevationwheelcompany.com/

Hold Fast Coffee Roasters https://www.holdfastcoffeeco.com/

Endurobites https://endurobites.com/

Flow Formulas https://flowformulas.com/

Garden of the Gods https://gardenofgods.com/

Hammertime Pro Shop https://performance-united.com/hammer-time-pro-shop/

High Hops Brewery https://www.highhopsbrewery.com/

KOM Cycing https://komcycling.com/

Loyal Coffee https://loyalcoffee.co/

Matheny Endurance https://mathenyendurance.com/

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates https://medwheel.org/

Mountain Mama Natural Foods http://www.mountainmamanaturalfoods.com/

Palmer Park Templeton Trail https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/templeton-trail

Peak Radar https://www.peakradar.com/

Performance United https://performance-united.com/

Pikes Peak APEX https://www.pikespeakapex.com/

RAGBRAI https://ragbrai.com/

Robert Mayfield https://www.robertmayfieldcoaching.com/

Roll Bike Art Festival https://www.facebook.com/RollBikeArt/

Runners Roost https://www.runnersroostcs.com/

Snow Capped Cider https://snowcappedcider.com/

Springs Culture Kombucca https://www.springsculture.com/

SRM Power-Haus http://www.srm.de/contact/

Twisted Spoke CBD https://www.twistedspokecbd.com/

WMBA Women’s Mountain Biking Association https://www.holdfastcoffeeco.com/

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14 Getting Gnarly in the Springs

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:56:00 -0400

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

Meet the owners of Gnarly B’s and Paper Street Shuttle in this episode.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guest Co-Host: Chris Welch - Avid cyclist and attorney who also moonlights as a yoga teacher

Guests:

Connor Bestwick, owner of Gnarly B’s

Tim Schardt, owner of Paper Street Shuttle

Leah Newmark, Gnarly B’s Ambassador and Group Ride Leader

Links to show topics:

Barr Trailhttps://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/barr-trail-pikes-peak.html

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resorthttp://bicycleresort.com/

Canyon City: Oil Well Flats https://www.outtherecolorado.com/canon-city-offers-kick-ass-mountain-bike-trails/

Captain Jackshttps://www.mtbproject.com/trail/343956/captain-jacks

Elk Parkhttps://www.trailforks.com/trails/elk-park/

Eminent Cycleshttps://eminentcycles.com/

Floyd Hill – Denverhttps://www.mtbproject.com/photo/7042075/floyd-hill-mountain-biking-best-trails-outside-of-denver-colorado

Formulahttps://www.rideformula.com/

Gnarly Bshttps://www.gnarlybsbikes.com/

Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/gnarlybbikes

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/gnarlybsbikes/

YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@GnarlyBsBikes

Gold Camp Road & Tunnels:

https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7016675/gold-camp-road

https://www.mtbproject.com/search?q=Gold%20Camp%20Road%20Tunnels%20co

Intense Cycleshttps://intensecycles.com/

Jones Park https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7015079/jones-park-loop

Leadville Mtb Winter Bike Series https://fat-bike.com/2022/01/2022-leadville-winter-mountain-bike-series-co/

Lost Creek Tattoohttps://www.lostcreektattoo.com/

Marin Bikeshttps://www.marinbikes.com/

Native Customshttps://nativecustomcycles.com/

Niner Bikeshttps://www.ninerbikes.com/

Norco Mtb Bikeshttps://www.norco.com/bikes/mountain/

N. Cheyenne Canyonhttps://www.trailforks.com/region/north-cheyenne-canon/

Ohlins Advanced Suspension Technologyhttps://www.ohlins.com/products/mountainbike/

Orange Bikeshttps://www.orangebikes.com/us/

Palmer Parkhttps://www.mtbproject.com/directory/8012080/palmer-park

Paper Street Shuttle:

Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Paperstreetshuttle/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/paperstreetshuttle/

Peak Radarhttps://www.peakradar.com/

Pikes Peak by Bike (downhill road shuttle)https://www.pikes-peak.com/attractions/challenge-unlimited-pikes-peak-by-bike/

Pikes Peak Plummet (downhill mtb)https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7042905/pikes-peak-plummet

Pueblo Reservoirhttps://www.mtbproject.com/search?q=pueblo%20reservoir

Rob Dyrdeckhttps://robdyrdek.com/

The Stationhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-station-by-gnarly-bs/id6443915637

Trinidadhttps://www.mtbproject.com/search?q=Trinidad

Ute Valley Parkhttps://www.mtbproject.com/search?q=ute%20valley%20colorado%20springs

Williams Canyonhttp://www.cospringstrails.com/hikes/williams.html

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13 Cycle to the Summit of America’s Mountain

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 21:17:14 -0400

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

In its 13th year, the Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit formerly the Pikes Peak Cycling Hillclimb, has attracted everything from top racers from around the world to local cyclists who live at its base. In this episode we talk with race directors and local ebikers about what’s new for this year’s race and how to prepare.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests: Molly Sharples, The Sports Corp Marketing Director and Cycle to the Summit Race Director

Travis Stedman, Event Coordinator The Sports Corp and Cycle to the Summit Race Director

Kent Drummond, local ebike expert and ebike liaison for Cycle to the Summit

Caitlyn Murphy, owner Rocke Mountain Bike https://www.rockemountainbike.com/ Links to Show Topics:

719 Ride https://719ride.com/ Atomic Cowboy https://www.atomiccowboy.net/colorado-springs Axe and the Oak Distillery https://www.axeandtheoakdistillery.com/ Biktrix Electric Bikes https://www.biktrix.com/ The Broadmoor https://www.broadmoor.com/ Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit http://www.cycletothesummit.org or https://www.coloradospringssports.org/cycletothesummit/ Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://bicycleresort.com/ Colorado Springs Sports Corp https://www.coloradospringssports.org/ Goat Patch Brewing Co. https://www.goatpatchbrewing.com/ Hybl Center https://www.hyblcenter.org/ Kinship Landing https://www.kinshiplanding.com/ Labor Day Liftoff https://coloradospringslabordayliftoff.com/ People for Bikes Colorado https://www.peopleforbikes.org/locations/colorado Pikes Peak Regional Air Show https://www.pprairshow.org/ Rocke Mountain Bike https://www.rockemountainbike.com/ Rocky Mountain State Games https://www.coloradospringssports.org/rockymountainstategames/

For the 50% lodging discount at Buffalo Lodge for any cyclist coming to Colorado Springs for this event, contact Torie Giffin at https://bicycleresort.com/ | (719) 634-2851

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12 719 Ride - A Homegrown Cycling Challenge of Epic Proportions

Tue, 24 May 2022 23:14:01 -0400

They call it “The Course that Cannot Be Defeated,” an “Elevation Celebration” and a “Festival of Never-ending Ascending.” Learn all about it in this episode.

If you’re looking for a true Colorado challenge to test yourself against the climbs and altitude of Colorado look no further. The 719 Ride, in its 7th year of operation, has something for everyone. You can ride all or part of the route, fat, skinny, mtb, ebike or even a penny farthing. It’s also a great event for spectators like our own “Giro d’Italia” or “Tour de France.” The route is 5 laps, each lap covering about 14 miles of neighborhood roads.

The full 719 Ride or “l Cinque Giri” is 71.9 miles and one of the toughest single-day climbing challenges in the state. The 719 comes from our area code and takes place on July 16, 2022. There is a choice of distances from a 14-mile challenge to the full 71.9 and even further. The course has one timed section with monetary prizes. There are three tiers of registration from an economy option to a community minded option to donate to local charities. For lowest pricing register by June 1st at 719Ride.com. To volunteer email: 719@719ride.com

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, ride leader and ambassador for cycling in Colorado Springs

Guests:

Chris Giovagnoni, Creator and Imagineer of the 719 Ride
Shelbi Lowery, Event Coordinator Sports Corp
Jimmy Clere, 719 Ride participant
Patrick Flowers, 719 Ride participant

Links to show topics:

3Hundred Days of Shine https://www.3hundreddays.com/

719Ride July 16, 2022 https://719ride.com/

Boxing Brothers Cider https://www.boxingbrotherscider.com/

Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit - August 13, 2022 https://www.coloradospringssports.org/cycletothesummit/

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com/

Building Three Coffee Roasters http://www.building3coffeeroasters.com/

Chipeta Elementary School https://www.d11.org/Chipeta

Colorado Springs Sports Corp https://www.coloradospringssports.org/

COSILoveYou https://cosiloveyou.com/

DIY719 https://719ride.com/diy-719/

iFit https://www.ifit.com/

Kids on Bikes Colorado Springs https://kidsonbikes.net/

Kinship Landing https://www.kinshiplanding.com/

Meadowgrass Music Festival - May 27-29, 2022 https://meadowgrass.org/

Mt. Evans Hillclimb - July 23, 2022 https://www.bicyclerace.com/

Nektr Craft Kombucha https://www.nektrkombucha.com/

Ottavio Severo https://719ride.com/a-brief-fiction-of-the-719-ride/

Rocky Mountain State Games - July 22-24, 29-31 https://www.coloradospringssports.org/rockymountainstategames/

Routes Outfitter https://routesoutfitter.com/

Scheels Colorado Springs https://www.scheels.com/

Switchbacks FC Colorado Springs https://www.switchbacksfc.com/

Triple Bypass - August 20, 2022 https://www.triplebypass.org/

Twisted Spoke https://twistedspokeapothecary.com/

Thanks to supporter and partner, the MeadowGrass Music Festival 2022

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11 SRAM and the Power of Bicycles

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 01:04:32 -0400

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

Global bike part manufacturing company SRAM began in 1987 and was named after founders Scott King, Stan Ray Day & Sam Patterson. Their Vision Statement is “We believe in the power of bicycles in expanding the potential of cycling. We create manufactured components and inspire cyclists.” The position of SRAM Field Guide was created to provide community representatives to help them fulfill their mission and to make an impact for cycling in the communities where they reside. There are currently 13 of 31 of the SRAM Field Guide positions filled, with opportunities open in the midwest, northeast and across the globe.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, ride leader and ambassador for cycling in Colorado Springs

Guests:

Chris Negrete, SRAM North American Field Guide Manager and mountain biker
Molly Murrow, SRAM Southern Colorado Field Guide, hard core mountain biker

Mentioned in This Episode:

Aravaipa Running and Races https://www.aravaiparunning.com/

Ascent Cycling https://www.ascentcycling.net/

Bike to Work Day June 22 https://coloradosprings.gov/bikes/page/annual-biking-events

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com

Colorado High School Cycling League https://coloradomtb.org/

Colorado Springs Cycling Club https://www.bikesprings.org/

Criterium Bicycles https://www.criterium.com/

Kids on Bikes Colorado Springs https://kidsonbikes.net/

The Pikes Peak APEX 4 Stage MTB Challenge sponsored by RockShox https://www.pikespeakapex.com/

Routes Outfitter https://routesoutfitter.com/

SRAM https://www.sram.com/en/sram

SRAM Careers https://www.sram.com/en/company/careers

Trails End Taproom Trailblazers https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/trailblazers

Women’s Mountain Biking Association of Colorado Springs (WMBA) https://www.wmbacos.org/

Special thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts Supporter and Community Partner, Springs Homes.

And to supporter and partner, the MeadowGrass Music Festival 2022

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10 Winter Biking Tips

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 12:19:38 -0400

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

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Chris Welch, 200 hour registered yoga teacher and athlete who moonlights as an attorney. He has fat biked in almost every condition imaginable from frigid races in the Midwest to completing the Leadville winter fat bike series in 2020-2021. He is well versed in all of the things you need to know if you are considering cycling in the winter or in the snow. Winter is his favorite season.

Jason Mezzy, owner of Routes Outfitter, mountain biker, road cyclist, skier, snowboarder. Taking on new winter cycling challenges.

Mentioned in this Episode:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com/ BikeIowa Pogie Lites https://bikeiowa.myshopify.com/products/pogielites

Borealis Fat Bikes https://www.fatbike.com/

Borealis Fat Bike Worlds https://fatbikeworlds.org/

Christopher Welch (Thegraveldefender on Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/thegraveldefender/

Colorado Springs Cycling Club Frozen Water Bottle Ride https://www.bikesprings.org/

Crested Butte Mountain Biking Association https://crestedbuttemountainbike.com/

Crested Butte Mountain Bike Park https://www.skicb.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/cb-bike-park.aspx

Cycling Santa https://chasingsanta.com/

Gold Camp Tunnels https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7016675/gold-camp-road

Iditarod Trail Invitational Bike Alaska https://bikepacking.com/event/2021-iditarod-trail-invitational/

Leadville Mineral Belt Trail https://www.mineralbelttrail.com/

Leadville Winter Mountain Bike Race Series - Cloud City Wheelers https://www.cloudcitywheelers.com/race

Salsa Beargrease & Salsa Mukluk https://www.salsacycles.com/

Santa Fe Trail https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/santa-fe-regional-trail

Steamboat Bike Park https://www.steamboat.com/things-to-do/downhill-mountain-biking

Routes Outfitter https://routesoutfitter.com/

Trails End Taproom https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/

Triple D Winter Race Series http://tripledrace.com/

45 North – great winter clothing, face and head coverings, etc. https://45nrth.com/

1000 Miles to Gnome - documentary Steve Cannon https://www.adventureentertainment.com/1000-miles-to-nome

Winter Ride Tips:

-Dress in layers, start a little chilled, bring bag to carry gear, when stop indoors don’t sweat strip off layers. Chemical warmers, heated vest, Lobster gloves, any gloves/mittens that keep fingers together, Pogies snow mobile (Bike Iowa - Pogie Lites, 45 North, eye protection ski goggles, winter boots and flat pedals, wool socks.

-Have a backup plan “bailout plan” (someone to call), maybe stick closer to home or populated areas for first adventures

-Cell phones die faster in colder temps or can be out of range, keep it close to your body or near chemical hand warmers, use a Garmin with emergency tracking.

-Stay up on bike maintenance. Test out different tire pressures for best traction, Hydraulic brakes, bleed break, studded tires.

-Water bottles can freeze: put alcohol in your bottle won't freeze as fast (unless you’re racing) also try putting your bottle upside down or a little tea in it, keep up against chemical warmers, or bring a canteen with hot tea or soup, put your coat over the top of your camelback and thread the tube down your sleeve.

-Food Bars freeze bring real food, keep it close to your body, stuff that won’t freeze, Carbo Rocket, Hammer Perpetulum, Scratch Labs, Hot tea, coffee, soup.

Special thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts Supporter and Community Partner, Springs Homes.

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9 That eBike Smile!

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:44:40 -0400

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

eBike discount code: PEDALSPRINGS

For PikeRide, download the app and set up an account before entering the code PEDALSPRINGS under "coupons and credits." The code will be valid for 1 free ride up to 20 minutes in duration.

For Rocke Mountain Bikes $20 off per rental and then $125 off purchase of a Biktrix ebike, call 719-257-3983.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Jolie Nesmith, Executive Director of PikeRide, local non-profit electric-assist bike share program
Caitlin Murphy, Owner/Operator Rocke Mountain Door to Door e-bike delivery service
Daniel Giffin, Torie’s 14-year-old son, cyclist and new ebike user

Mentioned in this Episode:

Amp’d Adventures http://ampdadventures.com/ Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com/ Pikes Peak Cycling Hillclimb Challenge https://www.coloradospringssports.org/pikespeakcyclinghillclimb/ Pike Ride https://www.pikeride.org/ Rocke Mountain Bikes https://www.rockemountainbike.com/

Special thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts Supporter and Community Partner, Springs Homes.

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8 School for Bike Mechanics

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:40:56 -0400

If you're looking to break into or hone your craft as a bicycle mechanic, we’re talking with those in the know about what it’s like to go to the U of Q school for bike mechanics right here in Colorado Springs.

Meet the director, an instructor and a recent grad and get all three’s perspectives on what makes the school top notch and how you can attend.

Host: Torie Giffin: owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Jeff Donaldson: Director of U of Q Institute formerly Barnett Bicycle Institute

Flash: Instructor at U of Q

Tatiana Pastor: Student and QBMS (Quality Bicycle Mechanic Scholarship recipient) from the Wheelhouse Detroit bike shop

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com/

Barnett Bicycle Institute https://www.qbp.com/u-of-q/institute/about/mission

U of Q Bicycle Institute https://www.qbp.com/u-of-q/institute/about/mission

Quality Bicycle Products https://www.qbp.com

Wheelhouse Detroit bike shop https://www.wheelhousedetroit.com/

Special thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts Supporter and Community Partner, Springs Homes.

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7 High Altitude Advantage

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 16:14:28 -0400

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

Podcast host Torie Giffin had the opportunity to host the two pro athletes at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort for a few months before they headed off to their summer competitions. Find out more about why they came to train in the Springs, how they connected with their coach and trainer Andy Sparks, the owner of Performance United, and how that decision has paid off for them – along with their favorite places to ride.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, recreational road cyclist and a little mountain biking

Guests:

- Andy Sparks, Owner of Performance United and Professional coach and trainer, former Olympic Track & Sprint Cyclist, Coached Sarah Hammer to 8 world championships and 4 silver medals

- Jamol Eastman, Barbados, Silver 2021 Pan American Track Cycling, former National Champion

- Edwin Sutherland, Barbados, Bronze medalist in Pan Am Games and Silver and Bronze in Caribbean Championships

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort http://bicycleresort.com/

Edwin Sutherland https://www.instagram.com/edwin_sutherland/?hl=en

William J. Hybl Sports Medicine & Performance Center https://www.hyblcenter.org/

Jamol Eastman https://www.instagram.com/raised_by.wolves/

Olympic Velodrome https://www.teamusa.org/About-the-USOPC/Olympic-Paralympic-Training-Centers/CSOPTC/Velodrome-Programs-and-Pricing

Performance United https://performance-united.com/

Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb Challenge https://www.coloradospringssports.org/ppchc-race-information/

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

Fri, 28 May 2021 14:29:56 -0400

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

In this episode Torie gets all the details on the weekly Trailblazers event, the Trails End Taproom (including its second location, in Monument), and neighboring Routes Outfitter, from Kevin Weise of Trails End Taproom and Jason Messy of Routes Outfitter.

LINKS

Trails End Taproom https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/

Routes Outfitter https://routesoutfitter.com/

Trails End Trailblazers https://www.facebook.com/COSTrailblazers

https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/trailblazers

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://www.bicycleresort.com

Red Rock Canyon Open Space https://redrockcanyonopenspace.org/

Trestle Bike Park https://www.trestlebikepark.com/

Revel Bikes https://www.revelbikes.com/

Ridegg https://ridegg.com/

Soulcraft Beer https://www.soulcraftbeer.com/

Visit Colorado Springs https://www.visitcos.com/

All Trails https://www.alltrails.com/

TrailLink https://www.traillink.com/

5 Urban Trails

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 18:09:44 -0400

Join host Torie Giffin, bike ambassador for Colorado Springs and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, and friends as they discuss the urban trails connecting our city! From the Legacy Loop to Shooks Run, follow along as we detail the delightful Urban Trail Systems of Colorado Springs!

Host: Torie Giffin, Owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Allen Beauchamp: Community Engagement Coordinator of the Trails & Open Space Coalition

Emily Duncan: Trails Development Coordinator for the City of Colorado Spring Parks & Recreation Department

Andrew Vanderwag: Owner of GoWest Camps

4 Special Feature: The Pikes Peak APEX

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 21:52:59 -0400

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

In this special edition of Pedal the Springs - we’re talking with the people in the know from The Pikes Peak APEX Challenge including the race director Mica Rice, presenting sponsor RockShox and a local trail building advocacy organization who all say this is really big deal for Colorado Springs that will put the city on the map as a world class mountain biking destination.

Find out all the details about the stages, locations, how to get involved, where to watch and how this non-profit event produced by the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance will help make a difference for our trails and community for years to come.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Sarah Rawley, Brand Content Specialist at RockShox presenting sponsor of the The Pikes Peak APEX Race
Micah Rice, Executive Director of the The Pikes Peak APEX Race, Vice President of Strategy and Operations for Sports Strategies.
Cory Sutela, Director of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates, the mountain biking trail building and advocacy organization in the Pikes Peak Region.

Links to show topics:

The Pikes Peak APEX

Pikes Peak outdoor Recreation Alliance

RockShox

ASSOS

Circa Real Estate Group

Bear Creek Regional Park

Blodgett

Captain Jacks

Cheyenne Canyon

City of Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC Sports Economic Team

Colorado Springs Regional Parks and Open Spaces

Colorado Tourism Office

Downtown Colorado Springs

Falcon Trail

Frosty Park

Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods Trading Post

Gold Camp Road & Tunnels

High Drive

Jones Park

Kate Courtney #sparklewatts

Keegan Swenson

Lake Moraine Trail

LART Lodging and Rental Tax Fund

Leadville 100 Mtb

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates

Mountain Bike Pikes Peak

Rampart Reservoir Trail

Red Leg Brewing Company

Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Ring the Peak

Ring the Peak Trail project

RockShox

Rocky Mountain Field Institute

TOPS Trails, Open Space & Parks Tax

Trails and Open Space Coalition

Ute Valley Park

Visit COS

Racers will get 50% off newly-renovated signature bicycle-themed and friendly suites with proof of race registration. 30% discount on standard rooms. Call 719-634-2851 or Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

3 Mountain Biking Mecca

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 19:08:03 -0400

Get dialed into the mountain biking scene in Colorado Springs! Local mountain bikers and trail builders talk in detail about where to ride, the variety of terrain and trails for all types and levels of mountain bikers and what’s on the horizon that will solidify the Springs as a world class destination for mountain biking.

Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort , road cyclist, some mtb (Fun game to consider when listening to this podcast is to drink water or your favorite beverage everytime Torie says “Awesome”)

Guests: Cory Sutela, Director of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates, trail builder, mountain biker, bike commuter, local expert;

Kip Biese, with KJ Bike Coaching, coach, racer, road cyclist and mountain biker

Tim Black with Manitou Spokes, Mountain Biker, group ride leader. Links to show topics:

The Pikes Peak APEX presented by RockShox

Barr Camp

Buffalo Creek: Blackjack Trail

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Canyon City: Oil Well Flats, Island in the Sky

Challenge Unlimited Pikes Peak by Bike

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

City of Colorado Springs

Colorado High School Cycling League

Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Fb Group

Colorado Springs Regional Parks and Open Spaces: Air Force Academy, Austin Bluffs, Barr Trail, Blodgett Peak, Captain Jacks, Catamount Trail, Cheyenne Canyon, The Chutes, Elk Park, Falcon Trail, Gold Camp Road, Hogback Ridge Trail, Intemann Trail, Jones Park, Lake Morraine Trail, Mount Herman Road, N. Cheyenne Canyon, Palmer Park, Pikes Peak, Pulpit Rock, Rampart Reservoir, Red Rock Canyon Open Space, St. Peter’s Dome, Stratton Open Space, Ute Valley Park

Crested Butte: 401 Trail

Front Rangers

Garden of the Gods

Highlander Racing High School Mountain Bike Team

International Mountain Biking Association IMBA

Kids on Bikes Bike Camps

KJ Bike Coaching

Lake Pueblo State Park

Manitou Spokes

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates

Mountain Bike Pikes Peak

Mountain Bike Project Ap

Trailblazers Trails End Taproom

Trailforks Ap Colorado Springs

2 Local Bike Biz Meet: Nic Ponsor & Daniel Byrd

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 18:43:15 -0400

This episode focuses on a couple of fascinating local biking business to know about in the Springs.

Nic Ponsor, owner of top local bike shop Criterium Bicycles - find out what makes his biking business so successful and seeing 20% growth in business while other bike shops are struggling.

Daniel Byrd, executive director of an incredible local non-profit Kids on Bikes geared to empowering the next generation of cyclists.

Host: Torie Giffin, road cyclist and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests: Nic Ponsor, owner of Criterium Bicycles, 11x Ironman, ultra-marathoner, 24-hour racer, triathlete, mountain, road, pixie bike rider Daniel Byrd, Executive Director of Kids on Bikes, mountain biker, cruiser, bike commuter, pixie bike rider.

Links to show topics:

Amp’d Adventures e-bike the Garden of the Gods

Barnett Bicycle Institute

Borealis Fat Bikes

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Carmichael Training Systems

City of Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs Regional Parks and Open Spaces

Cheyenne Canyon, Garden of the Gods, Palmer Park, Red Rocks, University Park, Ute Valley

International Mountain Biking Association IMBA

Katie Compton

Kids on Bikes

League of American Bicyclists

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates

Pikes Peak Mountain Bike Tours

Women’s Mountain Biking Association of Colorado Springs (WMBA)

Pedal the Springs podcast is part of the Studio809 Podcast Collective and is produced and presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at bicycleresort.com for more information.

1 Rocky Mountain Rides

Sat, 14 Dec 2019 17:16:12 -0400

Local cycling enthusiasts discuss the variety of cycling opportunities and what they love about cycling in the Colorado Springs area.

Host: Torie Giffin, road cyclist and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Guests:

Polly Cambron, mountain biker
Dan Kutchin, mountain biker
Cory Sutela, trail builder, mountain biker and Director of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates

Links to show topics:

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort

Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates

Olympic Velodrome

USA Cycling

Cycling Pikes Peak Highway

Pikes Peak Mountain Bike Tours

Motorless Mornings in Garden of the Gods

Amp’d Adventures e-bike the Garden of the Gods

Bike Tourism in the Springs visitcos.com

Bike Colorado Springs

Pikes Peak Cycling Hillclimb Race & Gran Fondo

Cycling Santa

Rampart Rager

Starlight Spectacular

USA Cycling Masters National Championships

Colorado Classic Pro Race

Rocky Mountain State Games

Pedal the Springs is produced by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at bicycleresort.com for more information.