Drop Bar, Texas: A cycling podcast
A podcast about riding and racing bikes in Texas. For Drop Bar Texas merchandise, visit the Drop Bar Texas Store.
Episodes
Spring is around the corner and so is some great gravel. Mynette Murtagh Randall of Trek Bikes and David King of Sweetwater are on to discuss this year's editions of the Rock'n Road 100 and the Rattlesnake Gravel Grind. Stay awhile, get dusty, and have tons of fun. We also take a look around Texas for other spring events on the calendar.
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Links:Rock'nRoa...
The 2024 Memorial Park Crits is going strong and so is Shottenkirk Kia Cycling with multiple riders in the lead. Sarah Rush and Ryan Joseph paused to share their experience in the leader's jersey of their races during week #4. We then see what's coming up on the Texas cycling calendar.
Links: Memorial Park Crits, Shottenkirk Kia Cycling, Hotter'n Hell 100, Capitol Chevy Driveway Series, Bill Weidlein Memorial State...
Macleod has been racing since his days as a youth and shares his journey through the sport. He is now helping to coach and mentor the next generation from lessons he learned along the way. We also take a look at what's on the April calendar in Texas.
Links: Tour de Houston, Castell Grind, Track Regionals, Texas MS 150, TexBiker.net, Drop Bar Texas Store
Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw
David King is back, this time with multi-time World & US National Champion Christie Tracy and USAF Veteran/Runner/Cyclist Fairweather Steve, to talk about the Rattlesnake Gravel Grind, Sweetwater, and a few funny stories. We also take a look at upcoming events and you will hear my review of pants good for commuting and the office.
Links: Rattlesnake Gravel Grind, Team Tracy ATX, FairWeather Steve, Rhone, Ministry of Supply, Spo...
Race #3 of the 2023-24 BellVelo Gravel Series capped another successful series. Hear how the men's and women's Full Pint races went down this month from the podium finishers - Areil Mancillas (Shottenkirk Kia Cycling), Ashley Frye (Cynisca Cycling), Chase Collins (Shama Cycles), and Justin McQuerry (Ibis/Prestacycle and Team Novo Nordisk). Then, a quick look around the state for events coming up in February into March.
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Races have all kinds of sponsors, and I was able to catch up with the beer and wheel sponsors of the Memorial Park Crits at the last race of the summer series. Adam LeSage, the director of fun at Karbach talks beer and bikes. Then, John Wilmeth spoke to me about the quality wheel builds of Cantu Wheels. Happy listening!
Links: Karbach Brewing, Cantu Wheels, Bigfoot Gravel Adventure, Cross of Ages, BellVelo Gravel Series, Drop Bar T...
Scott Minard and I met up at The Yellow Cup in Houston to talk about Chasing Watts, the app he co-created to help you find the best group rides near you. If your a ride creator, then Chasing Watts will also help you grow your ride. I also take a look around what's coming up on the Texas cycling calendar and share a bit about my recent vacation in El Paso and Durango.
Calling all crit racers, new and old! The Memorial Park Crits in Houston return July 2023. Eric Attayi (Urban Bicycle Gallery), Jimmy Boyle (Sun & Ski Sports), Mynette Murtagh Randall (Trek Bikes), and John Proctor (Pro Bikes Texas) sat down to share how the crits were brought back and what to expect. I also share interviews from Somerville, Texas when the MS150 passed by the Somerville Historical Society. Finally, a Feat of Gl...
Armando and I go back a good 10 years or more. We talk about lessons we've learned from cycling, bike lanes in Houston, and home buying. Armando is a cyclist and realtor in Houston with EXP Realty.
Links: Armando with EXP Realty, The Driveway Series, Tuesday Night Crits, Bear Creek Crits, TexBiker.net, Drop Bar Texas Store
Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw
Barry Lee and Todd Reed give some background on what makes Austin Subaru's Pace Bend Weekend such a great event that is also now part of the USA Masters Cup national series. Both have been involved in cycling for over 20 years promoting, giving back, and introducing people to the sport.
Links: Austin Subaru's Pace Bend Weekend, Sanitas Sports, The Driveway Series, La Primavera Lago Vista, Gator Ride, Rattlesnake Gravel Grind, TexBi...
Sweetwater, Texas is known for wind turbines, rodeo, and now the Rattlesnake Gravel Grind. Organizer David King is on with Justin McQuerry and Mat Stephens (2nd & 3rd in 2022, respectively) to talk about the 2023 edition scheduled March 25. We also talk about where the event's name comes from and answer the question whether we've ever done any bull-riding. It's the beginning of a new season of Drop Bar Texas and I hope you keep...
Fr. John Bullock, LC discusses his booklet on faith and cycling titled A Cyclist's Spirituality: Spiritual Lessons Learned from Riding a Bike. We discuss experiences in faith and cycling including that these do not need to be exclusive of each other. An introduction by Paul Latino of Downrock Creative and illustrator of the book provides additional insight.
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After a recent go at gravel, I might have the bug. Craig Allison comes on to share info on the BellVelo Gravel Series, a race series in Bellville benefiting Houston's Alkek Velodrome. I also have a recap of my Rock-n-Road 100 experience and take a look around Texas for a few upcoming events. Looking for some Drop Bar Texas gear? Click here for the Jakroo DBT store.
Links: BellVelo Gravel Series, Fright Fest Before Christmas, Chainb...
Tyrel Fuchs won the P12 State Road Race Championship at Fort Hood in September. Tyrel shares his cycling journey, race recap, and why this win is special to him. Then, Coach Carl Jones and the parents of junior racer Elijah Allison about the Alkek Junior Lapathon Fundraiser and junior racing.
Links: Rio Grand Elite Cycling, Alkek Velodrome, BellVelo Gravel Series, Rock-n-Road 100, Armando Espinosa eXp Realtor, Drop Bar Texas Online...
Fort Bend Kia's Simon Edmundson and Gabriel Odreman discuss their Fort Hood races, results, and training. They also provide info on how others can join or ride with Fort Bend Kia Cycling. Then, we have a look around Texas for upcoming cycling events on the calendar.
Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw
Links: Fort Bend Kia Cycling (FB), Fort Bend Kia Racing (IG), Kerrville Mountain Bike Festival, CX Under the Lights, Webberville ...
Mynette Murtagh Randall (Trek Bikes) and Neil Bremner (Former Bike Barn co-owner) share details on the 2nd annual Rock-n-Road 100. This ride has road and gravel options which could be the answer to reconnecting road and groadie pals that have lost touch. Other topics include what to do in Fayetteville, Texas, Trek Bikes, and the MS150 as a gateway to cycling. Special thanks to Retrospect Coffee Bar for use of their patio and a prim...
Every cyclist I know wants a good story to tell. An epic ride or race. Andy Hollinger is back to talk about this year's edition of the Fort Hood Challenge which is also the State Road Race Championship and this year's motto "It's gonna be epic!" Also hear a little about my recent ride through the rain and other upcoming events in Texas. Submit your Feat of Glory info or Why I Ride clip at https://forms.gle/7EGa5NerMXM5tzFU9.
On May 22, 2022, the Houston Grand Crit made a triumphant return post-pandemic. Alex Montoya (Momentum Sports) and Lucas Bourgoyne (2021 US National Crit Champion) return to recap the race and the Triple Crown Series. Lucas also gives more insight on his European race experiences, racing in bad weather, and upcoming races. Thanks for listening!
Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw
Gravel Locos made an immediate impact on gravel last year in it's first edition. In 2022, Fabián Serralta is bringing back the popular Hico event and also adding a second option in Colorado. This is a long episode, but what a great conversation. Lear about Gravel Locos, what makes Hico great, and what pros you will have the chance to see and ride against.
Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw
Links: Gravel Locos, Bear Creek Crits,...
Dogwood Omnium, the first race in the Texas Triple Crown Series presented by Momentum Sports is just around the corner on April 2 & 3 in Palestine, Texas. Promoter Alex Montoya is back with the latest race updates and joined by 2021 U23 USA Crit Champion Lucas Bourgoyne to provide possible race strategies in the race. Lucas hails from Texas, currently races in Europe for Team WB-Fybolia Morbihan, and shares his newest title - C...
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