Ask The Pedalist Podcast

Ask The Pedalist Podcast

This podcast aims to provide short but information rich answers to common cycling and fitness questions. The aim is to provide quick answers that will help you make use of in your cycling or fitness activities. Come and listen in for nugget sized answers for your overall wellbeing!hat

Episodes

November 20, 2025 10 mins
Shopping for a cyclist can feel overwhelming with all the technical jargon, fit requirements, and strong gear preferences. But it doesn't have to be! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to choose a gift that your cyclist will actually use and love. Whether they're logging miles on country roads, commuting through city traffic, or hitting mountain trails, we've got you covered.

What You'll Learn:
  • Why cycling...
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How cold is too cold to ride? We break down the science: wind chill effects, temperature thresholds (32°F, 20°F, 0°F), gear that matters, and safety markers that mean "turn around now." No gatekeeping—just physiology and practical winter riding advice. 

Key Takeaways:
  • Wind chill dramatically affects perceived temperature (30°F @ 15mph = 19°F on skin)
  • Frostbite can occur in as little as 30 minutes below 5°F wind chill
  • Your body rest...
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Tired of the indoor vs outdoor training debate? In this episode, we break down the real strengths of each approach and how to use them strategically in your training. Discover why indoor training isn't just a weather backup – it's a precision tool for building specific fitness. Learn the four key strategies for maximizing trainer effectiveness, plus the three biggest mistakes that sabotage indoor sessions.

We'll also explore what ou...
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🚴‍♀️ "If I don't cycle for a few days, I tend to lose my mind." Discover how cycling became the ultimate mental health hack in this deeply personal episode. Learn why that rhythmic pedaling motion is like therapy for your brain, plus get six actionable tips to start using cycling as your mental wellness tool today.

Your therapy might just have two wheels.

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Want to bike to work but worried about arriving sweaty and unprofessional? You're not alone – and this problem is totally solvable. In this episode, we tackle bike commuting's biggest barrier: the fear of showing up to work looking like you just finished a race. Spoiler alert: it's not about being super fit or buying expensive gear – it's about working smarter, not harder. You'll discover the #1 mistake new bike commuters make (hin...
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July 22, 2025 5 mins
Tired of hearing that lifting weights will make you "too bulky" for cycling? It's time to crush this myth once and for all.

In this episode, we dive deep into cycling's most persistent misconception: that strength training hurts your performance on the bike. From old-school "muscle is dead weight" thinking to bad experiences with generic gym programs, we break down exactly where this anti-gym mentality comes from and why it's holdin...
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Dogs on the trails - dogs off-leash. general trail etiquette when cycling, running, walking. 

Join us as we explore the essential do's and don'ts of bringing your canine companion on the trails.

Whether you're a seasoned hiker with a trail-tested pup or new to adventuring with your dog, this episode covers everything you need to know about responsible trail use with pets. We dive into why keeping your dog leashed isn't just about fol...
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January 16, 2025 8 mins
The Poseidon X Gravel Bike - why I love this bike, what makes this unique, and how you can customize it.
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November 7, 2023 2 mins
The importance of pre, during, and post ride meal. This is important to prevent "bonking" and get most out of your ride. How you fuel depends on your riding and lifestyle, and takes some trial and error to get it right.
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November 1, 2023 3 mins
What is the difference between a gravel and a road bike? What is a gravel bike, to begin with? Maybe you are looking for a bike and want to know the difference and understand the fad in gravel cycling. Whatever the reason, there is an answer to this quetion. Listen in to find out..
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