Best Leadville Podcasts (2024)

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Oscar Wilde in Leadville Colorado: High Art in High Places 46:08

6h ago46:08

46:08

Join us as Jess takes the helm and tells the story of Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde's visit to the rowdy mining town of Leadville Colorado in 1882. Happy Pride Month!!! See the show slides on our Instagram!!! @false_summits_pod https://leadville.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oscar_Wilde https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aestheticism https:…

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Ep 153 Podcaster Michael Hotten AKA Hottie host of Marginal Gains and the Leadville The 100 Mile Mtb Race podcast 1:31:09

1d ago1:31:09

1:31:09

This one kinda blew our minds. A sit down with Michael “Hottie” Hotten, 4-time finisher and 5-time crew chief of the Leadville Trail 100. He’s also co-host of 2 deep dive podcasts, The Leadville 100 Mile MTB Race Podcast where they give training tips, course details, and share stories about the highest and hardest one-day mountain bike race in Amer…

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S7E19: Hannah Otto Gets You Ready to Race 58:11

3d ago58:11

58:11

Show favorite Hannah Otto joins us for a second time this season to share her top tips for a successful day on the Leadville course, and Fatty gets obsessive over what you should do to ensure your GPS is a help -- not a hindrance -- on race day.

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Ep 152 Pinarello's National Sales Manager Doug Hall 1:21:09

8d ago1:21:09

1:21:09

We had a blast recently talking with Doug Hall, National Sales Manager for the Iconic Bike Brand Pinarello. It’s an entertaining and enlightening journey from college shop rat; to Giant Bicycles; to entrepreneur first as independent rep then to successful Bike Shop Owner; to meeting Fausto Pinarello and to helping launch Pinarello’s new pure race m…

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S7E18: Racing at 70+ with Bob Graham 59:38

11d ago59:38

59:38

The people who say "age is just a number" are either very young or are not paying attention. Age matters, but so does experience, attitude, motivation, and training — and our guest Bob Graham is bringing all of those to the starting line this year. This is a great conversation with a great athlete, no matter what age you are (but especially for tho…

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The Ballad of Big Nose George 31:42

16d ago31:42

31:42

Join Mason, Jess and Marcello as they talk about notorious Wyoming outlaw George Parrott, better known as big Nose George. His violent crimes let to him to a gruesome death, however that wasn’t the end of Big Nose’s macabre story. *Yes-This was a reused script. No the original episode is no longer available. Crime Buff's Guide to the Outlaw Rockies…

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EP 151 Unbound XL with Vince Murdock 1:23:10

15d ago1:23:10

1:23:10

Professional MMA Fighter Vince Murdock makes a return appearance “fresh” off his Unbound Gravel XL adventure. He shares his deeply personal and touching motivation for taking it on, as well as what it took to physically and mentally to push on and finish. In case you are wondering, it was 353 self-supported miles over 28hrs with 19,000ft climbed an…

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S7E17: For Women, By Women 51:52

18d ago51:52

51:52

Hottie and Fatty turn the mics over to the mother-daughter power duo Lisa & Melisa, who have 23 LT100 finishes between them. This is an episode for women and by women, although we definitely encourage everyone to listen. Also be sure to listen to Fatty's Finishing Tip on how to turn a big mistake into a learning experience.…

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Ep 150 Race Course designer, promoter, and all around bad ass Asa Shoemaker 1:15:32

22d ago1:15:32

1:15:32

This week we sat down with Asa Shoemaker and her two pet birds Sqeables and Cinder. Asa shared her journey from kid on a BMX bike in Woodstock, NY to a Folsom, CA based XC racer turned downhiller. While still a bad ass on a bike these days her focus is on race course design & promotion for Folsom Rodeoccross, CX at Bariani, W. Sac CX and the Prairi…

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S7E16: Cutting Grams 57:57

25d ago57:57

57:57

What comes down must first go up. This universal truth has a terrible price you're going to pay this August in this out-and-back race. As you climb Kevens, Sugarloaf, Columbine, the Powerline and more, it will be painfully obvious that you've got to carry every single pound up every single climb. So how do you take the sting out of this equation? L…

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Ep 149 Hungarian BMXer and Reality TV Star Danny Josa 1:19:15

29d ago1:19:15

1:19:15

Danny and I have been friends for just about a decade now and I'm so thrilled to be able to share his story with you all. From very humble beginnings in Hungary to traveling the world competing in BMX and doing BMX shows working with impressionable kids to deliver a message about hard work, discipline, kindness, and the benefits of a healthy lifest…

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S7E15: Analyzing Race Changes 57:21

1M ago57:21

57:21

We are getting deep into the second half of the season, and that means it's time for you to start working on your Leadville 100 dress rehearsals. In this episode, Fatty walks you through his first dress rehearsal for this year's race. This is a can't-miss tip for anyone who wants to succeed at this demanding race. Hottie and Fatty then share their …

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Ep 148 The Return of one of the OG's Shawn Remy 1:24:49

1M ago1:24:49

1:24:49

We got one of the Original Cycle Jerks back to check in on him and share all of the things he has been up to since leaving the Podcast. We touch on his difficult childhood and ultimately being raised by his grandparents. Remy has been very busy, buying his first home, racing bikes, running a bike shop and just generally kicking ass in every way. Hi…

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S7E14: Crew, Course, & Corral Changes, with Race Director Tamira Jenlink 53:50

1M ago53:50

53:50

Life Time has just announced some significant changes for the Leadville 100 that will likely impact your race. And if you have a crew coming along, these changes will DEFINITELY impact their day. Race Director Tamira Jenlink joins Hottie and Fatty to lay out the what and why for these changes.

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Ep 147 Multinational Champ Road and Track racer and all-around good guy Larry Nolan 57:54

1M ago57:54

57:54

We could have talked for hours about his cycling accomplishments: multiple Masters National & World Championships, three former UCI World Records and success as a USA Cycling Level 1 Coach. But during our chat with Larry Nolan we quickly got to what is really important family, balance, perseverance, perspective, mentoring others, inclusion and what…

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Soapy Smith: The Con King Part II 32:29

2M ago32:29

32:29

In part two of a two-part series, Marcelo, and Mason conclude their talk about pioneering 1880’s con-artist Jefferson Randolph “Soapy” Smith. Sources: Soapy Smith: Con Man’s Empire https://www.historynet.com/soapy-smith-con-mans-empire/ Outlaw tales of Colorado - Jan Murphy Eccentric Colorado - Kenneth Jessen Photo: Andy Thomas Check us out with pi…

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368. Someone Has to Be LAST - Clarence Rockland Race Report | Sylvie D'Aoust 19:39

2M ago19:39

19:39

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfZqht-e4gUA8Dj5wwrK3cQ Subscribe and never miss an episode: https://www.secretsfromthesaddlepodcast.ca Join the FB community https://www.facebook.com/groups/457137678000433 2024 Online Winter Cycling Training Program https://www.cyclingskillspro.com Don't FORGET to Follow the HOST Sylvie D'Aoust at https:/…

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S7E13: Lessons from "From the Ground Up" 53:46

2M ago53:46

53:46

Many of us have been captivated by the first three seasons of the "From the Ground Up" video series, following new mountain bikers as they work to race The Leadville 100, with only a few months to prepare. Alexey Vermeulen and Ryan Petry are the creators of this project, and in the three seasons they've guided novice racers, they've learned a lot o…

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Soapy Smith: The Con King Part I 26:48

2M ago26:48

26:48

In part one of a two-part series, Marcelo, and Mason talk about pioneering 1880’s con-artist Jefferson Randolph “Soapy” Smith man who built multiple criminal empires from Denver to Alaska!!! Sources: Soapy Smith: Con Man’s Empire https://www.historynet.com/soapy-smith-con-mans-empire/ Outlaw tales of Colorado - Jan Murphy Eccentric Colorado - Kenne…

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Ep 146 Paragravel Cyclist Jeremy Raeszler 1:17:55

2M ago1:17:55

1:17:55

This week we had the opportunity to speak with Jeremy Raeszler aka paragravelcyclist on Instagram. Paralyzed from the waist down after a motorcross accident, one day over lunch with his wife he declared he "wanted to ride a bike." 9 months after that he defied science by completing the French Fry at Rebecca's Private Idaho and regularly rides his g…

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S7E12: Making Weight for Leadville 53:06

2M ago53:06

53:06

It stands to reason that being a little lighter will help you get up Columbine and Powerline a little bit easier. Dr Kyle Pfaffenbach joins the show to give great guidance on how (and whether). You'll also want to be sure to listen in to our Fatty's Finishing Tips segment, where Fatty gives you 4 practical pointers for doing well on the hike-a-bike…

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Introducing the False Summits Podcast 1:01

2M ago1:01

1:01

Introducing the False Summits podcast! Thank you for your suport! We would love to hear from you! Feel free to send an email to falsesummitspod@gmail.com and or follow on Instagram @ false_summits_pod Check us out with pictures on YouTube.com @ FalseSummitPodcast and like and subscribe !!! Thank you for your support!!!!! We would love to hear from …

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Cycle Jerks Podcast episode 145 with Bike Racing legend turned Paralympian Tara Llanes 1:43:45

2M ago1:43:45

1:43:45

In this Episode we are joined by Tara Llanes. Tara had a prolific career as a bike racer that included many championships in BMX that put her in the BMX Hall of Fame, as well as several National Championships on the Mountain bike in both 4 cross and Downhill. Her professional Mountain Bike racing career was cut short due a crash while racing in Col…

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S7E11: Bike Shopping 55:46

2M ago55:46

55:46

It is new bike day on the show. We went to the Sea Otter Classic, roamed the expo, in hopes of finding a bike – or bikes – that are Leadville worthy. We found four. One that spares no expense, one high value full suspension, one hard tail with a recent Leadville win, and one that promises not to break the bank. For sure there are other brands and m…

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Ep 144 Liv Ambassador Jaime Baeza 1:13:04

2M ago1:13:04

1:13:04

We were initially excited to have Jamie Baeza on the pod because, as a Liv Ambassador, she shares our passion to see more women on bikes. But consider our minds blown! During our chat we learned the depth of Jamie’s commitment to getting more of “everyone” on bikes. As a Be Good Foundation Bikepacking Scholarship recipient and active Trips for Kids…

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S7E10: Predicting Your Leadville Time 58:34

2M ago58:34

58:34

Every Leadville racer has the same question: "What will be my finish time?" And there was a time when that question was a real mystery. Now, however, if you are willing to fill in the variables, Best Bike Split can give you an astonishingly accurate prediction. In this episode, Best Bike Split ambassador Dave Schell joins us to explain how. And be …

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367. Diving into UNBOUND GRAVEL and the 2024 NORTH Route with Gravel Guru | Neil Taylor 1:08:37

2M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/MThXJLqqqgw IG: https://www.instagram.com/ministerofgravel/?hl=en Co-Host of Gravel Guru Podcast https://www.instagram.com/gravelguru/ Subscribe and never miss an episode: https://www.secretsfromthesaddlepodcast.ca Join the FB community https://www.facebook.com/groups/457137678000433 2024 Online Winter Cycling Training Pro…

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Norton I, Emperor of the United States, Protector of Mexico 42:43

2M ago42:43

42:43

Did you know that the United States of America had an emperor? Well kind of. In this episode Jess & Mason talk about the life and Times of a beloved & eccentric San Francisco citizen Joshua Norton our America’s only “emperor”. https://emperornortontrust.org/emperor/life http://www.sfmuseum.org/hist1/norton.html Drag Herstory: This Drag Queen Was Th…

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Ep 143 Mount Diablo Trails Alliance Mark Moskowitz 1:10:39

2M ago1:10:39

1:10:39

We, like many off road riders, are often frustrated by the lack of "legal" trail access. This week we spoke with Mark Moskowitz of the Mount Diablo Trails Alliance. The Alliance is a band of volunteer Trail Champions working to maintain and repair trails on Mount Diablo with a focus on safety, preservation and equitable access. Mark shared the exte…

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S7E09: Mega Q&A with Leadville Camp Coach Ray Landry 55:46

3M ago55:46

55:46

Ray Landry is quite simply the friendliest and most Leadville-knowledgeable guy you could ever ride with. He obsesses about this race every bit as much as Hottie and Fatty do, and has absolutely top-notch advice for Leadville racers. He's shared his wisdom at the Leadville Camp each year for several years, so we jumped at the opportunity to ask him…

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Where have all the good times gone? 1:20:42

3M ago1:20:42

1:20:42

This week we were joined by our Brother and favorite guest host Chris Padavana. Post Paris-Roubaiz we wondered out loud if there is any stopping Mathieu van der Poel...we are divided. And, after listening to Michael Ceely's podcast with Legendary Cyclist Michael King we lamented the decline of road racing in North America. What has happened to Supe…

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S7E08: 2024 Course Changes & How to Dig Deep 58:46

3M ago58:46

58:46

An interesting — and confusing — story came out in the Leadville Herald Democrat late last week. In this episode, we untangle the story and lay out our best guesses for what significant changes are actually in store for the 2024 LT100. Then for our main feature we bring back show favorite Dr Justin Ross to talk about what it really means to dig dee…

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Ep 141 Michael Ceely High Performance Coach, Podcast Host and Author 1:20:47

3M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

This morning we had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Michael Ceely. An accomplished cyclist in his own right, he's also a high performance coach who helps athletes and other success-driven individuals use the power of psychology to achieve results far beyond their expectations. If you want to improve performance, "breakout" of a slump, rid yo…

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S7E07: Master Racing as a Master, with Joe Friel & Selene Yeager 59:58

3M ago59:58

59:58

If you're 40+ years old and racing the the Leadville 100, you're in good company: a LARGE majority of folks lining up this August are Masters racers, and our podcast survey at the beginning of this season shows that 80% of our listeners fit in this group (it goes without saying that both of the hosts are). So we're very excited to have two true exp…

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Ep.109: The 2 Keys to Healing from Injury & Setting Expectations with Your Recovery 41:30

3M ago41:30

41:30

This is an episode I recorded with my good friend Doron Vaday, founder of Eatrite Nutrition and as he interviewed me for this own podcast The Eatrite Nutrition Podcast. Doron and I discuss Setting reasonable expectations after injury The 2 main factors I see influencing patient outcomes What needs to change in the field of injury rehabilitation Men…

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Ep 140 Mike and Dave talking Classics and tough climbs! One in Nor Cal the other in Hawaii 1:03:20

3M ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Couple of old dudes talking bike racing and the overall health of the world tour right now. It has never been better in our estimation! Who is your favorite right now? Tadej? MVDP? Jonas? Mads? Jasper? Bernal? Wout? Powless? The list in long and getting longer every year on the mens side with all of the young talent entering the World Tour stage? N…

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S7E06: Focus on Climbing, with Selene Yeager 55:47

3M ago55:47

55:47

Without question, the Leadville 100 is about the location. And it's about fitness. And it's about nutrition. And it's about the people. But really, when you think about it — before, during, and after the race — it's about the climbs. Face it, your reaction and conjured mental image when hearing the words "columbine" and "powerline" are already vast…

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