Episode 155: March 25, 2026: Winning Solo with Brendan Rhim of Project Echelon

In this conversation, Brendan Rhim shares his journey as a cyclist, discussing his experiences in road racing, track cycling, and the evolving landscape of U.S. cycling. He reflects on his early successes, the importance of tactics in racing, and the camaraderie found within the cycling community. Rhim also addresses the challenges faced by American cyclists, the allure of racing in Europe, and his aspirations for the upcoming LA Olympics. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the significance of joy in cycling and the evolving definition of professionalism in the sport.

Episode 154: March 11, 2026: Get Busy Living featuring Dr. Andrea Cyr

In this conversation, Dr. Andrea Cyr shares her journey from growing up in rural Maine to becoming a professional cyclist and a medical doctor. She discusses the impact of personal tragedy on her life and career, her determination to succeed in cycling, and the importance of resilience and teamwork. Andrea also highlights her new cycling team, Higher Dose Renova, and her aspirations for the future.

Episode 153: March 4, 2026: On the Media Featuring Caley Fretz

In this conversation, Rob Kelly interviews Caley Fretz, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the Escape Collective, discussing the current state and future of cycling media. They explore the unique membership model of Escape Collective, the importance of diversity in cycling journalism, and the challenges faced by American cycling media. The discussion highlights the need for athlete engagement, the role of media in promoting cycling, and the potential for building a sustainable media ecosystem. Caley emphasizes the importance of passion and commitment in creating valuable content for cycling enthusiasts.

Episode 152: February 25, 2026: Be The Educator Featuring Daniel Holloway

In this conversation, Robert Kelly and Daniel Holloway discuss various aspects of cycling, including personal experiences, the transition to a non-alcoholic lifestyle, and the dynamics of criterium racing. They delve into the state of American cycling, the importance of etiquette, and the need for educational content within the sport. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in cycling, emphasizing the role of professional athletes in educating the community and improving the sport's overall quality.

Episode 151: October 2, 2025: Navigating Safety in Criteriums with Adam Mills

In this conversation, Rob Kelly and Adam Mills discuss the multifaceted aspects of safety in cycling, particularly in criterium racing. They explore the physiological impacts of race neutralization, the identification of dangerous parts of a race, and the importance of technicality in making racing safer. The discussion also delves into course design, equipment regulations, and the role of speed in safety. They emphasize the need for rider education and responsibility, highlighting that safety is a collective obligation among all participants in the sport.

Episode 150: September 18, 2025: Happy Cows with Happy Bells with Aline Seitz of UTC/Butcherbox

In this conversation, Aline, a Swiss cyclist, shares her journey from Switzerland to racing in the U.S. She discusses her experiences in criterium racing, the importance of community, and her reflections on the Olympics. Aline emphasizes the significance of process goals in her racing strategy and expresses gratitude for the support she has received from her teammates and hosts. As she looks forward to future races, Aline remains focused on enjoying the sport and improving her skills.

Episode 149: August 27, 2025: Racing while a Mom featuring Erica Carney

In this conversation, Erica Carney shares her journey as a competitive cyclist and the impact of motherhood on her identity and racing career. She discusses the challenges women face in cycling, especially after becoming mothers, and emphasizes the importance of mentorship and community support for female athletes. Erica reflects on her transition from a focus on winning to enjoying the sport and fostering connections within the cycling community. She envisions a future where motherhood and cycling coexist harmoniously, advocating for more support and funding for women's cycling teams.

Episode 148: August 13, 2025, Might as well go all in with Brody McDonald

We've paid for the hosting, and done the miles with the riders, so we might as well go all in; but this time we are not taking half answers. We are raising our game as a show, and expect the same out of the riders who race our roads. That's why we've got Brody McDonald of the Golden State Blazers on the podcast. He has raised his game a lot this year and really committed to criterium racing. From a win at Cry Baby Hill to being one of the major foils and threat to the dominance of Team Cadence, he's got a lot going on.

Episode 147: July 7, 2025, Aero as Crit with Coach Zach Gregg.

In this conversation, Robert Kelly and Zach Gregg delve into the intricacies of aerodynamics in mass start bike racing, discussing how it impacts performance, the importance of bike fit, and the role of strength training. They explore the nuances of aerodynamic claims made by manufacturers, the significance of rider position, and the evolving metrics in cycling performance. The discussion also touches on the implications of UCI regulations on bike design and racing strategies, emphasizing the need for cyclists to understand the balance between aerodynamics and practical performance.

Episode 146: June 24, 2025: Heroes, Anti-Heroes & Villains

Two national champions, best friends, and teammates-- Lucas Bourgoyne and Luke Fetzer. However, where do they fit in our story, are they the heroes or villians, or maybe they are the bad good guys? Let's find out.

Episode 145: June 12, 2025: Popping Bubbly with Katherine Sarkisov of CCB/Levine Law Group

Katherine Sarkisov of CCB/Levine Law Group is a rising talent in women's bike racing. She's not new on the scene because she literally grew up riding and racing her bike; but she's definitely made some big steps and improvements in the last couple of years. After stints on LUX and Cynisca Cycling, Katia came home and joined CCB. Little did any of us know that in signing up to race US races, that we were about to see her light up the podium.

Episode 144: May 27, 2025: Taking on the World with Sidney Swierenga

Canadian Sidney Swierenga is having a season most racers can only dream of. At 17 years old she became the youngest rider to podium the GC with second overall at the Redlands Bicycle Classic and then repeated the feat at the Tour of the Gila a week later. The next youngest rider to pull off that double podium was Mara Abbott at 21-and she went onto win the Giro D'Italia twice in her career.

Sidney then won a major junior race in France, a result that made her the number one-ranked junior in the world. Sidney talks about beating pros in running races at 12 years old, drops hilarious hot takes on the World Tour, and what it means to take on the world and win. Don't miss this one.

Photo Credit: Brian Knox Tour of the Gila

Episode 143: May 14, 2025: Athens Twilight Recap with Clever Martinez and Will Hardin

Lights, Live stream, action. We are back. Criterium racing is back. It is time to get 2025 started in a huge way. For the first time ever we brought competitors together to talk about how the race happened. Ok, when it comes to Will Hardin and Clever Martinez, it is hard to call either of them competitors, they are more like friends who want to push each other's physical and mental limits to the max. Either way, it is great to get the inside view from the guys who won the race.

Episode 142: December 11, 2024: The Project Echelon Files: Where Eagles Dare with Tyler Stites

From the top of one of the tallest points in Arizona we join our hero, Tyler Stites, as he prepares to set out on a new journey across the ocean to a fulltime spot in the European peloton. For the last 3 seasons we've got to enjoy his racing on Project Echelon but now he's signed a two-year deal with Caja Rural and he's ready to spread his wings. Before he does, we got a chance to talk with him about where he's been and how he's enjoyed the ride along the way.

Episode 141: December 4, 2024: The Way Back with Alexis Magner

Alexis Magner 100% stands on her own when it comes to accomplishments. With a win at Acht van Westerveld, second at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Ronde van Drenthe in 2018; along with third at Dwars der Vlaanderen in 2021 while racing for Canyon-SRAM you may be wondering, how did she end up on the American criterium scene? We've got those answers for you in this episode. Plus we have the story of how she parlayed back-to-back wins at her hometown Athen's Twilight Criterium into a new opportunity with the UCI Contintental squad Cynisca Cycling. It's a lot to pack in, but our man Jordan Cheyne is on top of it.

Episode 140: November 13, 2024: Cowboy Featuring Lucas Bourgoyne

Seventy-five minutes of laughter, levity, cowboy hats, and some hot takes. It's Lucas Bourgoyne and he's 100% worth all of your time. 

Episode 139: October 30, 2024: Paul Abrahams Knows what he is Talking about

We are taking a step back in time to the original days of this podcast. Back in the heady days of 2018 and 2019, a team known as Elevate-KHS dominated the scene. Many of our guests, and even one host, came through that program, and even more were mentored and influenced by riders who had Paul Abrahams as their DS. Jordan talks with Paul all about that time and his experiences in the sport.

Episode 138: October 23, 2024: Have We Reached Peak Crit?

A discussion months in the making-- have we reached peak crit? The data has been compiled and the takes are all hot. It's time to give you the thesis and then let Allan Schroeder and Logan Jones Wilkins back it all up.

Episode 137: October 16, 2024: Living the Dream with Maggie Coles Lyster

One of our favorite Women's World Tour pros, and a true Canadian national treasure is back in the studio and ready to talk the Olympics, a full road and track season, and push-ups. So join Maggie Coles Lyster and Jordan Cheyne in this 100% pure maple syrup ride.

Episode 136: October 9, 2024: The Phoenix featuring Carlie Cooper and Ruth Allen of Work Hard Be Humble

Interview a classics PhD and another guest studying to get her PhD and you come up with intelligent titles with multi-tiers and meanings. The women of Work Hard Be Humble have risen, and turned what could have been the flaming wreck of a season into a meaningful quest and an opportunity to bond and grow. As a unit they have been born again, but born better.