In Episode 5, Tom dives into one of the most discussed aspects of the STP route: "The Hill". As he trains to conquer this challenging part of the ride, Tom wonders if his bike is up to the task. To get the expert opinion he needs, Tom invites Adam Leopold, the service manager for Trek Tukwila, to the show to discuss whether his bike is truly good enough for the STP and all the training ride miles.
Join us as we delve into Tom's concerns and strategies for tackling "The Hill” and listen to Adam's professional opinion on Tom’s bike choice and maintenance advice before the big ride.
Mentioned on the show:
The STP route. Look around mile 44 for “The Hill”
Ride with GPS page for the STP
Tom’s FX3 info from Trek
FX3 - Black
Trek alpha aluminum.
Inside Trek
The customer that Adam mentioned who had an amazing health impact from cycling is Michael Baltierra. Make sure to reach out to him on Instagram @mikebaltierra
And watch his short video where he talks about the journey. It is very well done!
https://youtu.be/eAHTlkllxyI
Finally, here is the Domane bike that Adam mentioned
Domane Endurance Bike
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