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 …

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: Rattlesnak…

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 …

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, Cant…

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 E…

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 …

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 …

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 …

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…

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…

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 …

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, BellVel…

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…

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 …

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…

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! Mus…

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 a…

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, curren…

Southwest Cycling Club, aka Winged Fury has been on the Texas cycling scene for nearly 30 years. JJ "El Presidente" and Bill Thomas met with me over pizzas and beer to share the history of their club and some insight on two upcoming events - The Dirty Mile Gravel Crit (March 27) and The Bear Creek Crit Series (May 4 - May 25). We talk about how we …

La Primavera Lago Vista is back for it's 30th year in 2022! Don Hutchison gives us some history lessons on the event and what makes this a Texas road race classic. It's truly a beautiful race. I also give you some ideas on what to do when you're not a super bowl fan that might come in hand next time, highlight a feat of glory, as well as a look at …

Breakfast, beer, and bikes. Following a spirited but civilized ride. Who wouldn't be in on that? Grant Rogers sat down to talk about the Breakfast Club ATX rides that happen Saturdays in Austin. They are doing things a bit different and it's good. Listen in and then check them out one of their rides. You will be glad you did. Music: Back to the Woo…

Alex Montoya is back to talk about his new race series called The Texas Triple Crown which spans three race weekends. Learn what's planned for this competition and the weekends involved. We also go through a rundown of what's on the road race calendar in Texas so far. A Feat of Glory is celebrated and I share a little bit about Wimberley. Music: Ba…

Earlier this year, Justin Kirkendall travelled across the country on bike from Florida to California. He called it A Journey for Freedom. What was he seeking freedom from? What did he find out about himself on the journey? What was the best part of Texas that he saw along the way? Listen as he shares his experience with us on the podcast. As usual,…

Former world champion BMX racer David Milham joins us for a review of BMX Bandits (1983). This Australian film from the 80s was also one of Nicole Kidman's first feature films. If you are a fan of this movie, I recommend reevaluating your taste in movies. However, I hope you enjoy the review on this episode. We also take a look around the state at …

Alex Montoya sits down to share what's in store for the upcoming Camino Gravel Challenge. This gravel grinder takes place September 25 & 26, 2021. You can ride or race one day or both days. Pick how much suffering sounds good. We also talk about written rules versus unspoken rules, what to do in Palestine, and announce winners of two initial raffle…

Andy Hollinger is back to discuss the upcoming state road championship race, aka The Fort Hood Challenge XII + I. He also shares thoughts on Texas racing and how the Texas peloton is a family. I also share some information on a recent trip to Terlingua, a look at a few upcoming events in the state, and of course, Feats of Glory. Music: Back to the …

Christian Deschamps (Hot Tubes Cycling) and Lucas Bourgoyne (Hagens Berman Axeon) came on to talk about their recent US National Championship wins, obstacles they faced this year, and the importance of resiliency. Christian is the 2021 US Crit champion for U19 Cat 1-3 and Lucas is the 2021 US Crit champion for U23 P12. Both are currently racing in …

Gravel for the roadie purist. That's what Eddie's Hell of the South (EHOTS) sounds like to me. Described as "a 50 mile multi-surface slug-fest that is culminated in festivities and camaraderie at its completion," what's not to love about it? David Hernandez stops in to talk about this race that was previously an underground, invitation-only event i…

In this episode, I learn about the guided tandem event with Brandon Adame, Paul Shields, and Kellie Dewveall with their guides Jay Longron, Joseph Matta, and Cheyenne Meyer. In addition, Will Sharp who won the men's U19 event spoke to me about Hot Tubes Development Cycling. We also look at a few events coming in June here in the state as well as Fe…

Dan joins me again for another movie review. This time, we are giving our thoughts on Icarus (2017), which won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Icarus follows Bryan Fogel as he investigates illegal doping in sports. Does this film change Dan's growing love for bicycling? He tells us this and more. We also give some details on the retu…

Texas is 773 miles across at its furthest east - west points. Yet, the Race Across Texas 1000, aka RAT 1000 covers approximately 1000 miles across North Texas. Caleb Wills and Peter Rajcani speak about their experiences during past attempts of the race. Also in this episode, the Loya family is recognized in Feats of Glory for their latest advocacy …

Dan is back for the first of another set of movie reviews. This time, we discuss American Flyers (1985), one of the quintessential American cycling classics. Do wheel changes really happen like this? Why was Jennifer Grey's screen time so limited? Who is this training partner named Eddie? These are some of the questions we ask. I can't say we actua…

Justice Ken Wise sits on the 14th Court of Appeals in Houston and is the host of Wise About Texas, a podcast on Texas history. We discuss places to visit to learn about and feel Texas history just in time for you to plan a Texas Independence Day ride to one of these sites. Other topics include the weather forecast for the Crockett Classic race week…

Scheduled for February 13 & 14, the Davy Crocket Classic is the only USA Cycling permitted road race before April currently on the calendar in Texas. Alex Montoya with Topview Sports returned to talk about precautions in place, the new road course, and other cycling topics. Another look at the event landscape is provided in addition to feats of glo…

It's a new year, and I am optimistic. If you are a roadie however, you may have been wondering what is up with TXBRA. Will there be a road season? Why have there been no updates? Michael Gacki, TXBRA member-at-large for North Texas and I spoke about TXBRA's current state. If you have an event, cycling club, or feat of glory on the bike to share, em…

A few holiday cycling activity ideas for you or your family are offered up, last minute gift suggestions from Urban Bicycle Gallery for the cyclist in your life (or yourself), and perhaps, some caroling. Intro & closing music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw Jingle Bells Instrumental: Jingle Bells Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Crea…

The 2020 All Souls' Day Ride stopped at seven Ghost Bikes in Houston. I reflect on the ride, cycling safety, and hear from Felipe Pinales at David Leon Loya, Jr.'s ghost bike. This episode opens and ends with the Ghisallo Prayer which prays for intercession from La Madonna del Ghisallo, the patron saint of cyclists. For information on contacting th…

Jason Rose talks to me about balancing family and cycling, how a tandem with kids works, and Church Cycles. Does this mean I too could have a family of cyclists? Maybe. Just maybe. Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw Links: Church Cycles Stockdale Gravel Roundup Straight to Hill Gravel Ride Sansom XC Race --- Send in a voice message: https://pod…

Ask around if there are any Texas rides in November to do and you just might hear the Tour das Hugel come up. I'm still not sure what year it began. So, let's just say it's been around awhile. Rob D'amico and Ali Sobhani came on to discuss this 110 mile iconic Texas ride's past, and how it's happening again this year. Is it 10,000 feet or 14,000 fe…

Heather McNair is president of BikeDFW, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to educate, support and promote the safe use of bicycles as an affordable, viable and sustainable means of active transportation and personal enjoyment, within the Dallas - Fort Worth community. In addition to Bike to Work week in September, we talk about new rider cl…

Andy Hollinger came back to talk some more about Texas racing, how technology has reduced the wait for results, sprinting off the back, and the people memorialized through the names of his races. We also discuss the Fort Hood Challenge XII which has since been cancelled due to pandemic related changes in activity guidelines on military bases. I too…

Chris Huber raced professionally from 1986 to 1996. In 1990, Chris was the overall winner of the Branders Jeans Tour of Texas. The 1990 edition was a nine stage race that included urban crits as well as point-to-point stages in the Texas Hill Country. In 1992, Chris also became the world record holder for land speed on a bicycle and held the record…

Top View Sports' Alex Montoya is back to talk about the Central Alabama Summer Crit Series, Tour of North Georgia, and how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected cycling events. Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw Links: Central Alabama Summer Crit Series Tour of North Georgia Topview Sports --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.co…

With Texas reopening, racing is beginning to return. Andy Hollinger sat down with me to talk about the recently sanctioned Fort Hood Challenge XII Texas Road Championship and the state of racing in Texas. Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw Links: The Racing Post --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dropbartexas/m…

For our final bicycle movie review in this mini-series, Dan Garcia joins me again for Premium Rush (2012). This thriller stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Wiley, the best bike messenger NYC has and entrusted with a questionable package to deliver that everyone seems to want. Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw --- Send in a voice message: https://po…

In the penultimate week of our cycling movie reviews, Dan and I check out the film Wadjda (2012). This film is about a young girl in Saudia Arabia that wants her own bicycle more than anything. Watching and unpacking this film, we find so much more than just a girl and a bike. Listen in to hear our take on why we feel you should see this movie. Hap…

Rad (1986), the title says it all. Dan and I are joined by Aaron Stryk to review the BMX cult classic film starring Bill Allen and Lori Loughlin. Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dropbartexas/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dropbartexas/s…

I try to answer Dan's questions that arise from the mockumentary, Tour de Pharmacy. Questions like, can cyclists really use the bathroom from the bike, how common are bike brawls, and why are speed suits so thin? This movie may spin out of control in less than 40 minutes, but we didn't let that hit the brakes on our review. Music: Back to the Woods…

Andrew Willis discusses the Austin Driveway Series, the quick transition due to COVID-19 shelter-in-place orders, and their online Zwift race being held during the race hiatus to keep racers engaged. Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw Links: Austin Driveway Series Holland Racing Zwift --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…

Quicksilver (1986) starred Kevin Bacon and had a supporting cast including Laurence Fishburne, Jami Gertz, Paul Rodriguez, and Louie Anderson. Dan and I review this bicycle movie wreck in search of a plausible story in the fictitious city, New San Angeles. Music: Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotif…