Episode 15: July 23, 2019: Colin Reuter, Road Results/CX Results, and Weasels Series

In this episode we get down to business with Colin Reuter, the man who became Twitter famous a long time before getting a thru axel impaled in his knee. The creator of CX and Road Results talks to us about how people love to be ranked in cycling, how he came up with the ranking systems everyone uses, and where it’s lead him to today. We also explore the current upgrade system and ways that it could be revamped.

For more on Road Results visit www.road-results.com

To follow Colin in his natural environment on Twitter @ResultsBoy

And for those who are not squeamish go here to get your fill of the viral sensation that is a thru axel impaled in his leg.

Episode 14: July 16, 2019, Rob Laybourn of the National Association of Professional Race Directors

In the final part of our interview with Rob Laybourn, Race Director for the Armed Forces Cycling Classic, we talk about the National Association of Professional Race Directors, why it was created and what it is doing to make bike racing better. Then we talk about bringing in different sources of revenue including through television and sports gambling. And finish up talking about the basic structure of the racing calendar.

For More Information about the NAPRD visit www.NAPRD.org.

For More Information about the Armed Forces Cycling Classic please visit www.cyclingclassic.org or on Instagram at @af_cyclingclassic

Episode 13: July 12, 2019: Part 2 of Rob Laybourn, Race Director of the Armed Forces Cycling Classic

In Part 2 of our interview with Rob Laybourn, Race Director for the Armed Forces Cycling Classic, we talk about the business end of promoting a professional bike race. Then we discuss revenue streams, and what it takes to keep sponsors engaged, motivated, and happy. Then we delve into where he sees professional racing going from his position.

To learn more about the event go to www.cyclingclassic.org, or on Instagram at @af_cyclingclassic

Episode 12: July 9, 2019: Part 1 of Rob Laybourn, Race Director of the Armed Forces Cycling Classic

In this episode, Part 1 of 3, we talk with Rob Laybourn, Race Director for the Armed Forces Cycling Classic, @af_cyclingclassic, about how this professional race came into existence, the lessons that he has learned in 20 years of promoting, and where the race is going from here.

Episode 11: June 25, 2019: DJ Brew of DC Velo

In this episode we talk with DJ Brew, @djbrew21, of DC Velo/Team Beyer Auto, @dc_velo_racing. We discuss what it takes to succeed as a field sprinter and how to stand out in the crowd with your own styles. Then we go deeper and talk about his success as a community builder and activist before talking about his goals of growing the participation of African American’s in bike racing.

Episode 10: June 10, 2019: Zack Allison, Kristen Arnold, Julie Kuliecza and Whitney Allison of Source Endurance

A special thank you to Source Endurance for helping with this episode. If you are interested in learning more about one of the country’s best endurance coaching companies, please visit their website. In this episode we talk with four professional bike racers about what it means to be a pro in the American bike racing scene, how teams are built and whether there is an “I” in team.

If you want to learn more about the guests on this show please follow them

• Kristen Arnold, @kristenkarnold, ButcherBox Cycling, @butcherboxcycling

• Whitney Allison, @whit.allison, Hagens Berman/Supermint, @supermintusa

• Julie Kuliecza, @juliekuliecza, Hagens Berman/Supermint, @supermintusa

• Zack Allison, @zacharylallison, CLIF Bar Racing, @clibarracing

Episode 9: May 19, 2019: Scott Kozicki of District Taco Racing

In this episode with talk with Scott Kozicki of District Taco Racing, @dteliteracing about the challenges he’s facing going from winning the Cat 3 MABRA Road Cup to becoming a part of the Cat 1/2 field. Then we talk about his plans to compete and win in the 2019 Dirty Kanza single speed race.

Murphy the Dog video. Don’t worry, he’s ok and still out there chasing tennis balls.

Episode 8: May 5, 2019: Angela Parrotta of Total Civil Construction p/b Battley Harley-Davidson

In this episode we talk with Angela Parrotta, @francescabikes, of Total Civil Construction p/b Battley Harley-Davidson, @battleyhdcycling, about growing up in a New Jersey Italian family and the importance of good food. Then we pivot to designing, not just bike racing kits but also a new women’s elite team.

Episode 7: April 25, 2019: Jeff Byers and Brad Huff of Amp Human

For more information about Amp Human please visit their website. And for a great deal on your order use MABRA20 to get a one time 20% discount off your order of PR Lotion good throughout 2019.

Episode 6: April 18, 2019: Emma Bast of LLG p/b Huseby.com

In this episode we talk with Emma Bast, @scout.bast, of Levine Law Group p/b Huseby.com, @llghusebycycling, about how bike racing has changed her life and the lives of others around her. We also delve into the world of USA Crits, @usacrits, and professional bike racing.

Episode 5: April 10, 2019: Coach Adam Mills of Source Endurance

In this episode we talk with Coach Adam Mills, @the_adam_mills, of Source Endurance, @sourceendurance, about how he approaches working with athletes and helping them set goals for the coming season.

Episode 4: April 4, 2019: Steve Kusy of District Velocity Racing

In this episode we talk with Steve Kusy of District Velocity Racing p/b Bicycle Pro Shop about winning the 2018 MABRA Road Cup, how he approaches training for the long haul, and where he’s going from here.

Episode 3: March 25, 2019: Promoter Ruth Stornetta

In this episode we talk with the 2019 MABRA Lifetime Achievement Winner and long-time promoter Ruth Stornetta about her journey from a fledgling race director to running one of the most successful bike races in MABRA. In addition, she gives us some advice about how to stay positive and focused, and helps us look to the future.

Episode 2: March 21, 2019: Ryan McKinney of DC Velo

In this episode we talk with Ryan McKinney of DC Velo/Team Beyer Auto, @dc_velo_racing, about how he won the 2018 Masters National Criterium Championship in Augusta, GA. Then we talk with him about being a mentor and father and his goals for the future.

Ryan McKinney, DC Velo, winning the M35+ criterium at the national championship in August, GA, 2018

Episode 1: March 9, 2019: Erin Bougie of NSMI Racing

In our first episode we talk with Erin Bougie of NSMI Racing, @nsmiracing. We ask her five random questions about life, bike, philosophy, and superheroes. You also learn the story behind the LL Bean boots in her wedding picture.