Cycling Together with Kristin & Steve
For over 25 years, Kristin and Steve of Steve the Bike Guy, an independent bicycle shop in Massachusetts, have been cycling together – keeping things rolling over roads and trails as they also navigated marriage, kids, and careers. Now, they are inviting you to join the ride as they share experiences, insights, and advice for anyone who does, or wants to, ride a bike. Find us on YouTube for a closed-caption version of each episode. Cycling Together with Kristin & Steve is a production of Steve the Bike Guy and Sundin Marketing.
Episodes
Inspired by a listener question, Kristin and Steve discuss how to take care of bike gear that is not the bicycle. Helmets, gloves, jerseys, shorts and shoes - cycling equipment is expensive, and the best way to save money is take good care of it all. They also discuss why ai-generated flyers about e-bikes are generally wrong, and Steve answers questions about brake fluid and waxed chains.
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At New England Youth Cycling (NEYC)'s Coaches Retreat, we had the opportunity to connect with coaches, as well as Executive Director, Kelly Catale, to learn why they coach youth mountain bike racing. Reflecting on the weekend, we share some of our takeaways from the coaching session, as well as time spent on the trails Highland, a lift service mountain bike park.
We also return to the topic of 32" wheels - this time as seen on bikes...
Steve answers bike care questions from listeners including how to clean a non-waxed chain, what's the deal with all the gunk that gets stuck in jockey wheels, and what to do when your brakes start to squeal. He and Kristin also share why it's advised (and in some states, required) to wear safety or "blaze" orange in the woods during hunting season.
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Before our son left for his new job in Chicago, we sat down with him and his sister to answer the question "how do I get my kids to ride a bike?" On this photo-heavy edition we share memories and reflect on lessons learned through years of riding and racing.
Thank you Anders and Sophie for sharing your insights and ideas - and letting us use pictures from the past!
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The dog days of summer are here, and with it the heat and humidity. Kristin and Steve discuss riding in the heat, including what to wear, how to acclimate and properly hydrate. They also recap this year's Pan-Mass Challenge, discuss Kristin's new obsession with women's racing, and cover what to do about a broken spoke.
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When a follower asked the question "How do I get my wife on a bike?" who better to answer than wives! Kristin welcomes our friend and teammate, Alex, to share lessons learned (sometimes the hard way) during their cycling journey, as well as what husbands can do to support wives who want to ride a bicycle
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With gravel riding continuing to grow in popularity, we have also seen an increase in gravel bike options and gear, as well as questions from the "gravel curious." Fresh off an gravel adventure ride with their daughter, Steve and Kristin cover many of the basics including what is gravel riding, what bike and gear you need (or don't), important riding skills and, how to find places to ride.
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Inspired by the recent Bikes Fight Cancer Ride, as well as their own plans to ride in support of the Pan-Mass Challenge, Kristin and Steve are sharing advice for anyone thinking about joining a charity ride. They also discuss Steve's new Lego bicycle, the appearance of 32 inch wheels at a UCI World Cup MTB race, and media reporting guidelines for road collisions before they answer listener questions.
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While Kristin and Steve take a short podcasting break, we are throwing it back to one of our favorite episodes from the past year...
Kristin and Steve hold a mirror up to Steve’s own bicycle purchasing decisions as they discuss something they’ve observed in the Shop – riders who have really (really) nice bicycles and gear, who may not spend quite as much on their partner’s bike.
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As an experienced bike shop owner once told us - everyone rides a used bike!
Steve and Kristin discuss what to look for (or look out for) when purchasing a pre-owned road or mountain bike, with a special focus on the things that are most expensive to replace, and how to know how much is "too much" to repair a used bicycle. Kristin even surprises Steve with a few real marketplace listings for evaluation and explanation.
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Whether its to maximize your efficiency or to increase your comfort and time in the saddle, being "fit" by a professional bicycle fitter can offer riders a lot of value. Steve breaks down the basics of a bike fit, including adjustments you may be able to make to get you into your "gray zone."
They also discuss Kristin's Everwild weekend at Hale Education and the value of mountain bike clinics to improve your skills as well as ...
An article in Cycling Weekly has Kristin and Steve discussing the rise and fall of women's specific bikes and whether we "need" bikes built for women, or more options for all riders? Kristin also shares her experiences at New England Youth Cycling's Girls of the League Day, and Steve answers questions about flat top chains and Flight Attendant from Rock Shox.
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Group rides - whether informal gatherings of riders or organized events - are a great way to meet new friends, discover new routes and have a most enjoyable time on your bike. But joining your first group ride, be it road, mountain or gravel, can be a intimidating if you don't know what to expect. Kristin and Steve use their experiences both participating in, and leading, group rides to share how to know which group ride is right f...
We're pulling Steve out of the weeds of last episode to give a high level review of some simple bike upgrades that can make a difference. From front to back, top to bottom, we cover a little bit of everything.
Kristin and Steve also discuss recent reactions to video shorts and why the hot takes and strong opinions make cycling feel intimidating.
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Upgrading the parts and components on your bicycle can be a great way to improve comfort and performance – but what are the upgrades that will give you the best "bank for your buck" and when is the "juice not worth the squeeze." Kristin and Steve discuss what to look for when buying a bike including what can (and can't) be easily upgrade.
They also discuss the Ozark Trail from Walmart, a new line of low cost, better quality bi...
As Kristin and Steve wrap up the second week of traveling by van, they are taking a look back at all the places they rode including popular mtb destination, Santos Trails in Ocala, Florida. They share highlights from the trip, lessons learned, as well as the tools Steve packed "just in case."
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Kristin and Steve are taking a look back, addressing comments, questions and criticisms on a variety of topics including where to buy used parts online; New Jersey's new ebike laws; dork disks; finding the "right" mtb tires for New England XC riding and.... Erg Mode (hopefully for the last time).
Steve also shares a Shop update – the new Spider from INTENSE and the new FITZ from ALLIED are now available at the Shop.
We are joined by Kelly Catale, Executive Director of New England Youth Cycling (NEYC) a "youth" development organization that supports racing and riding for kids in grades 5-12, plus a development riding program serving grades K-5. During our conversation, we discuss the basics - teams, practices, equipment - as well as how NEYC is helping kids and families build community and find the joy in racing and riding.
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Riders who are "Zwift-curious" - this (very long) episode is for you!
Kristin and Steve discuss the basics of Zwift, the popular virtual training app that gamifies indoor riding (and makes it slightly less miserable, or maybe even fun).
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We are marking the end of a year of riding, and our first year of podcasting – reviewing the rides that were, as well as some of our goals for 2026.
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You can visit CyclingTogether.Bike for show notes or to learn more about Kristin and Steve.
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