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JustGoBikeEpisode 383: RAGBRAI Charter Spotlight: The Quad Cities Bicycle ClubThe QCBC Charter is a RAGBRAI Charter that has been serving riders an elevated RAGBRAI experience since the very first RAGBRAI!! Roger Killion, newly appointed RAGBRAI Charter Coordinator for the QCBC, is on this episode to chat more about both the charter as well as the bicycle club. The Quad Cities Bicycle Club, located on the Iowa/Illinois border, shares the Mississippi River which provides riders with scenic biking opportunities on both sides. The club offers riders of all abilities unique events, weekly club rides, training rides, and of course services to help get riders with logistics when they pedal...
2026-01-0937 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 383: RAGBRAI Charter Spotlight: The Quad Cities Bicycle ClubThe QCBC Charter is a RAGBRAI Charter that has been serving riders an elevated RAGBRAI experience since the very first RAGBRAI!! Roger Killion, newly appointed RAGBRAI Charter Coordinator for the QCBC, is on this episode to chat more about both the charter as well as the bicycle club. The Quad Cities Bicycle Club, located on the Iowa/Illinois border, shares the Mississippi River which provides riders with scenic biking opportunities on both sides. The club offers riders of all abilities unique events, weekly club rides, training rides, and of course services to help get riders with logistics when they pedal...
2026-01-0937 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 380: What Type of Winter Cyclist Are You?Would you consider yourself a Seasonal Cyclist that hangs up the bike once RAGBRAI is over? Or maybe you are the Commuter Hero that rides to work every day, no matter the weather. People who live in states that experience cold winters can relate to how hard it is to stay motivated as the temps drop! Murph and AP talk about coping mechanisms to help you stay sane, and motivated this winter. The more training you do NOW will help you be ready for RAGBRAI LIII next July!
Exploring 2026 Rides and Tours: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-377-exploring-2026-rides-and-tours
RAGBRAI...
2025-12-1231 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 380: What Type of Winter Cyclist Are You?Would you consider yourself a Seasonal Cyclist that hangs up the bike once RAGBRAI is over? Or maybe you are the Commuter Hero that rides to work every day, no matter the weather. People who live in states that experience cold winters can relate to how hard it is to stay motivated as the temps drop! Murph and AP talk about coping mechanisms to help you stay sane, and motivated this winter. The more training you do NOW will help you be ready for RAGBRAI LIII next July! Exploring 2026 Rides and Tours: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-377-exploring-2026-rides-and-tours RAGBRAI...
2025-12-1231 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 366: Part 4 of Rider Tales from RAGBRAI LIIWe asked for your RAGBRAI LII stories, and you responded! This is part four of a series of episodes where we interview people who were part of RAGBRAI LII. On this episode meet Kirby from the Hinkson Creek Cycling Club who pedaled for a cause, cystic fibrosis. Also on this episode, Erin and Cole from Team Love Taco are on to share their RAGBRAI experiences. Honor Flight Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-352-ragbrai-community-supports-honor-flight-network Wabash Open Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-350-biking-the-wabash-trace-in-the-wabash-open-fore-bikegolf-event Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel...
2025-08-2942 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 366: Part 4 of Rider Tales from RAGBRAI LIIWe asked for your RAGBRAI LII stories, and you responded! This is part four of a series of episodes where we interview people who were part of RAGBRAI LII. On this episode meet Kirby from the Hinkson Creek Cycling Club who pedaled for a cause, cystic fibrosis. Also on this episode, Erin and Cole from Team Love Taco are on to share their RAGBRAI experiences.
Honor Flight Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-352-ragbrai-community-supports-honor-flight-network
Wabash Open Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-350-biking-the-wabash-trace-in-the-wabash-open-fore-bikegolf-event
Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/
Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel.
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2025-08-2942 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 363: Rider Tales from RAGBRAI LII, Part 1We asked for your RAGBRAI LII stories, and you responded! This is part one of a series of episodes where we interview people who were part of RAGBRAI LII. On this episode meet Ellie, whose husband is Danny Davis. You may have seen Danny on the tall bike known as a penny farthing, decorated with red, white and blue. Ellie did not ride RAGBRAI but kept a close eye on RAGBRAI and has a unique perspective to share. Also on this episode is Rose, who has a wonderful story about her experience with a home host in Cedar Falls this...
2025-08-0843 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 363: Rider Tales from RAGBRAI LII, Part 1We asked for your RAGBRAI LII stories, and you responded! This is part one of a series of episodes where we interview people who were part of RAGBRAI LII. On this episode meet Ellie, whose husband is Danny Davis. You may have seen Danny on the tall bike known as a penny farthing, decorated with red, white and blue. Ellie did not ride RAGBRAI but kept a close eye on RAGBRAI and has a unique perspective to share. Also on this episode is Rose, who has a wonderful story about her experience with a home host in Cedar Falls this...
2025-08-0843 min
JustGoBike2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 3Here is a recap of Day 03 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our day started in Estherville, from there we visited Armstrong, Swea City, Bancroft, Titonka, Woden, Crystal Lake, and then into Forest City for the night.
Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more!
Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com
Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel.
https://ww...
2025-06-0421 min
JustGoBike2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 2Here is a recap of Day 02 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our ride started from Milford, through Wahpeton, then into MINNESOTA to Brown Park!! From there we stopped in Superior and then into Estherville for the night. Laura Rice joins us for another rider perspective.
Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more!
Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com
Watch, or li...
2025-06-0317 min
JustGoBike2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 0The 2025 Route Inspection Pre Ride has officially begun! Here is a recap of Day 0 – our kickoff of the 2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride. Our first guest of the week is RAGBRAI Ride Director Matt Phippen! We chat about our goals for Pre Ride and how we'll show off the RAGBRAI LII route. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LI communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RA...
2025-06-0113 min
JustGoBike2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 0The 2025 Route Inspection Pre Ride has officially begun!
Here is a recap of Day 0 – our kickoff of the 2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride. Our first guest of the week is RAGBRAI Ride Director Matt Phippen! We chat about our goals for Pre Ride and how we'll show off the RAGBRAI LII route.
Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more!
Registration for RA...
2025-06-0113 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 339: ParrotTalk: RAGBRAI Town Hall Q & A from RidersRAGBRAI holds a virtual town hall each month where riders can hear what's going on behind the scenes and also ask questions about RAGBRAI LII, and anything they may want to know about our upcoming bike ride across the state. AP compiled some of those questions for this week’s episode. Topics include: food options, transportation to the start, where to sleep, and the value of registration. January Town Hall: https://youtu.be/REDKPjtNOn4?si=D8l-Eev__j3vBGlW February Town Hall: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-february-townhall/ Training Blog: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-lii-training/ Erin Oliphant Training Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/ep...
2025-02-1241 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 339: ParrotTalk: RAGBRAI Town Hall Q & A from RidersRAGBRAI holds a virtual town hall each month where riders can hear what's going on behind the scenes and also ask questions about RAGBRAI LII, and anything they may want to know about our upcoming bike ride across the state. AP compiled some of those questions for this week’s episode. Topics include: food options, transportation to the start, where to sleep, and the value of registration. January Town Hall: https://youtu.be/REDKPjtNOn4?si=D8l-Eev__j3vBGlW February Town Hall: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-february-townhall/ Training Blog: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-lii-training/ Erin Oliphant Training Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/ep...
2025-02-1241 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 339: ParrotTalk: RAGBRAI Town Hall Q & A from RidersRAGBRAI holds a virtual town hall each month where riders can hear what's going on behind the scenes and also ask questions about RAGBRAI LII, and anything they may want to know about our upcoming bike ride across the state. AP compiled some of those questions for this week’s episode. Topics include: food options, transportation to the start, where to sleep, and the value of registration.
January Town Hall: https://youtu.be/REDKPjtNOn4?si=D8l-Eev__j3vBGlW
February Town Hall: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-february-townhall/
Training Blog: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-lii-training/
Erin Oliphant Training Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/ep...
2025-02-1241 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 330:The Nature of Idaho Podcast Listeners Meet RAGBRAIIdaho? You are probably wondering why a RAGBRAI podcast would talk about Idaho. Recently Murph and AP were interviewed on The Nature of Idaho podcast to talk about all things RAGBRAI! The Nature of Idaho podcast is hosted by Peter Pruett, Zoo Idaho Superintendent, and Dr. Leif Tapanila, Director of the Idaho Museum of Natural History. Peter came to Iowa to ride RAGBRAI LI, and wanted to share his experience with their listeners. We got permission to share the episode with you! And you get a bit of bonus content on this episode: some history on the dung beetle. Enjoy!
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2024-12-0536 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 328: RAGBRAI Rider Spotlight: Gary CederquistWhat was it, or who was it, that got you to do your very first RAGBRAI? For Gary, it was retirement which meant he would have more time to train, and also seeing that the LI route was going to end in the very town he grew up in, Burlington! He grew up in Iowa but moved to California after college, so coming back after all those years made for a memorable week on the bike. On this episode Gary is going to tell us about his first RAGBRAI, and his experience of all that Iowa has to offer!
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2024-11-2137 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 327: RAGBRAI Registration Updates for RAGBRAI LIIRAGBRAI LI Registration is now open!! Erica Determan from RAGBRAI is on this episode to give us some updates on the registration process and a few changes for the 52nd annual great bike ride across Iowa. Some of the changes Erica shares with Murph and AP include vehicle passes, registering teams, merchandise, and souvenir packs.
Take our survey! lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/SGyprQf/JustGoBike
Murph & AP recorded the beginning of this episode on video!! You can watch them over on the Just Go Bike YouTube channel.
www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast
Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at...
2024-11-1330 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 326: Murph and AP's Top 10 Reasons to Ride RAGBRAIWhat are your Top 10 reasons to ride RAGBRAI? Murph and AP tackle what they think are the top 10 reasons people should come ride their bikes across the great state of Iowa.
Take our survey! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/SGyprQf/JustGoBike
Murph & AP recorded the beginning of this episode on video!! You can watch them over on the Just Go Bike YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast
Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
www.ragbrai.com
Registration for RAGBRAI LII opens November 15!
2024-11-0626 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 318: Murph and AP Explore RAGBRAI TimelinesListener Paul Wade from Team RWB wrote in and inquired about some of the timelines associated with RAGBRAI that take place throughout the year so AP and Murph compiled a list of timelines that a lot of newer riders ask about. Topics they share on this episode include: the new logo reveal, registration, route announcement, inspection ride, charters, parking and more!
Your one stop resource for all things RAGBRAI is always www.ragbrai.com
Team RWB Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-292-team-rwbs-paul-and-todd
2024-09-1036 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 317: A Deep Dive Into Care Ambulance with Bob LibbyDid you know that every year there is a dedicated group of medical professionals who spend all of RAGBRAI with one purpose….to take care of us?! Bob Libby is back to talk about Care Ambulance and what they do during RAGBRAI! Bob is the CEO of Care Ambulance LLC and he has a team of the men and women who drive the route each year in ambulances and motos, rendering aid to cyclists who need it.
Bob is going to talk about what it is like to be on route with all of us cyclists and share some interesting st...
2024-09-0339 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 315: RAGBRAI LI Rider Recaps Part 3Murph caught up with more RAGBRAI LI riders to hear about their week biking across Iowa. This is the third episode in a series of great interviews with riders from all over the country.
On this episode meet Sarah, Patrick, Frederick, and Megan! Sarah has an awesome story. She came from DC as a solo rider and a few mishaps turned into an amazing week of making forever friends.
Then there is Patrick from Omaha who shares a fun story of getting married on RAGBRAI many years ago. Scroll down to the bottom of this post for the YouTube video...
2024-08-201h 00
JustGoBikeEpisode 308: ParrotTalk: Riding Tips Learned on PreRideAP is on with a ParrotTalk and on this episode she invited Murph to join her for a recap of PreRide, with a focus on tips to help you navigate the RAGBRAI LI route. Her topics include last minute training, hydration, bike safety, and of course riding the hills of Iowa!! If you haven't yet, be sure to listen to our daily episodes Murph & AP recorded each day during the RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride.
Day 0 of the RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride 2024: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/ragbrai-route-inspection-ride-2024-day-0
Coach Ertl’s Episode on Training: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-295-coach-ertl-training-tips-for-ragbrai
Have a...
2024-06-1838 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 307: Riding Across America on a Penny-FarthingHey RAGBRAI Riders, do you remember the high wheeler bike decorated in red, white and blue last year during RAGBRAI? That was Danny Davis and he is our guest today!! Danny is riding across America on his penny-farthing, raising money for special bikes for special kids, and also for Autism awareness. He is on to tell us about his unique style of cycling, what his RAGBRAI L was like, and his cross county adventure, which will include coming back to ride RAGBRAI LI!!
https://www.luckypennyusa.com/
Ryan Van Duzer Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-213-ryan-van-duzer-shares-his-ragbrai-xlix-experience
Dan Hurd Episode...
2024-06-1142 min
JustGoBikeRAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride 2024 Day 2Here is a recap of Day 2 of the 2024 Route Inspection Ride. We rode bikes just over 40 miles with 1,700 feet of climb. Starting in Red Oak, we visited Elliott, Griswold, Lewis, and then Atlantic .
Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for reports on each day's ride! Cohosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LI communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more!
RAGBRAI LI Day Passes are still available! ragbrai.com/ragbrai-li-registration/ #RAGBRAI #RAGBRAILI #Summer2024 #Iowa #RouteInspection
2024-06-0318 min
JustGoBikeRAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride 2024 Day 1Here is a recap of Day 1 of the 2024 Route Inspection Ride. We rode bikes just over 40 miles with 2,435 feet of climb. Starting in Glenwood we rode through Silver City, Henderson, and Emerson, and ended in Red Oak.
Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for reports on each day's ride! Cohosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LI communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more!
RAGBRAI LI Day Passes are still available! https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-li-registration/ #RAGBRAI #RAGBRAILI #Summer2024 #Iowa #RouteInspection
2024-06-0319 min
JustGoBikeRAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride 2024 Day 0The 2024 Route Inspection Pre Ride has officially begun! Loess get it started in Glenwood!
Here is a recap of Day 0 – our kickoff of the 2024 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride. Our first guest of the week is RAGBRAI Ride Director Matt Phippen! We chat about our goals for Pre Ride and how we'll show off the RAGBRAI LI route. Tune in for daily recaps from AP and Murph!
Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for reports on each day's ride! Cohosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights fr...
2024-06-0216 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 304: The Wabash Open lll Bike and Golf EventHave you explored the Wabash Trace Nature Trail yet? The Wabash Trace Nature Trail is a rail trail that leads riders through the rural forests and countryside of southwest Iowa. The trail stretches 63 miles from Council Bluffs to Blanchard. On this episode, Murph chats with Erin and Matt about a fun event that doubles as a fundraiser for the trail. It is the third year for the Wabash Open which is a fun bike ride on the Wabash Trace that includes mini golf stops along the way. Riders play 18 holes during the ride, which starts in Council Bluffs and ends...
2024-05-1439 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 302: Tour of the BattenkillThis episode Murph sits down with Pasha and Laura to talk about the Tour of the Battenkill, a one day event in rural upstate New York. The annual “Queen of the Classics” will take place in Washington County on May 18, 2024. It is a challenging but an incredibly fun, all-inclusive, single-day cycling event and party.
You have three events to choose from: The legendary 77-mile Gran Fondo, a 40-mile Medio Fondo, and the 24-mile Piccolo Fondo. Pasha and Laura tell us all we need to know about the event. Registration is still open!
www.tourofthebattenkill.com
Luke Hoffman episode: https://soundcloud.com...
2024-04-3035 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 301: A Deep Dive into the RAGBRAI LI Full Route with Matt Phippen, Part TwoThis week AP and Murph sit down with ride director Matt Phippen to talk about RAGBRAI LI and the full 2024 route. This is part two where Matt dives into mileage, elevation and we talk a bit about each of the towns we will be visiting on the RAGBRAI route, from Winterset to Burlington.
RAGBRAI Gives: https://ragbrai.com/community-fund/
Bozz Prints Merchandise: https://www.bozzprints.com/collections/ragbrai-li
Clarence Pickard episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-286-parrottalk-reads-more-on-iowa-legend-clarence-pickard
Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
RAGBRAI LI Registration:
ragbrai...
2024-04-2326 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 300: A Deep Dive into the RAGBRAI LI Full Route with Matt Phippen, Part OneThis week AP and Murph sit down with ride director Matt Phippen to talk about RAGBRAI LI and the full 2024 route. This is part one of two where Matt dives into mileage, elevation and we talk a bit about each of the towns we will be visiting on the RAGBRAI route, from Glenwood to Winterset. We also talk a bit about the RAGBRAI Community Fund and the recently released town t-shirts. Each community worked with the local Iowa artist to create a custom print that embodies their community. Proceeds from this merchandise line go to the Community Fund!
Episode 289: https...
2024-04-1634 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 298: A Tribute to Matt Bernhard, Mr. PorkChop Jr.On March 24, 2024 Matt Bernhard passed away. Known as Mr. Pork Chop Jr., Matt was a RAGBRAI celebrity and alongside his signature pink bus, he made and sold grilled Iowa pork chops on the route each year. Riders would stand in long lines to get a chop that had been grilled on a bed of corncobs right there on the side of the road. His dad had launched the business back in the early 80’s after RAGBRAI came through their hometown of Bankroft and when Matt took it over, he perfected grilling techniques and riders responded by stopping whenever they saw th...
2024-04-0240 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 296: ParrotTalk on the History of Cyclist Kittie KnoxWe are rolling way back to the late 1800s on this episode to talk about Kittie Knox, a female African American cyclist who as a teenager took cycling to a new level for both women and women of color. AP digs deep into Kittie’s life and what it was like to be a cyclist in the 1890s.
Sources for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kittie_Knox
https://blog.library.si.edu/blog/2020/05/26/breaking-the-cycle-the-kittie-knox-story/
https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-culture/kittie-knox-black-cyclist-activist-who-challenged-race-gender-barriers-1890s
https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-culture/the-outer-line-the-kittie-knox-award-for-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-in-cycling/
https://www.kx3lifestyleandcoaching.com/blog/the-history-of-women-s-cycling
Nelson Vails Ep...
2024-03-1930 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 291: A Deep Dive into Ride the Rockies 2024Ride the Rockies Ride Director Sabra Nagel along with Event Ops Manager Laura Rice are on the podcast to give us a deep dive into Ride the Rockies 2024. This week long bicycling event takes place June 9-15 and goes through the communities of Steamboat Springs, Craig, Meeker, Rangely, and Fruita, covering over 400 miles and 23,000 feet of elevation gain. New this year is a couple of optional gravel days!! Sabra and Laura tell us about these communities along with what riders can expect this year on the ride, including two national monuments!
www.ridetherockies.com
Episode 287: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-287...
2024-02-1341 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 283: Riding Bikes with Andy LangHow old were you when you started biking on a regular basis? Andy Lang got into biking at the age of 63 and he hasn’t looked back. Andy is on the podcast today to talk with Murph about his journey as a cyclist, including a terrible bike crash that happened while on RAGBRAI a few years back. With the help of family, friends and some awesome medical professionals, Andy made a full recovery. He is getting close to 70 years old, and has no plans to hang the bikes up. In addition to RAGBRAI, Andy tells us about some of the ri...
2023-12-2231 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 282: Exploring 2024 Rides and ToursOn this episode Murph explores a few bicycle rides and tours that could be great training rides as you prepare for RAGBRAI LI! Included are BRR, BRAN, BRAG, Ride the Rockies, Tour of the Battenkill and GranGABLE.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
RAGBRAI LI Registration is open!
https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-li-registration/
Iowa Bike Expo: www.iowabikeexpo.com
BRR Ride: https://www.perryia.org/brr.html
BRAN: www.bran-inc.org
BRAG: www.BRAG.org
Ride the Rockies: www.ridetherockies.com
Tour of the Battenkill: www.tourofthebattenkill.com
GranGABLE: www.grangable.com
Ride the Rockies Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-270...
2023-12-1528 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 281: Denise Mueller Breaks Another Cycling World RecordDenise Mueller is back on the podcast to tell us about her latest world record. For those that don't know who Denise is, she holds the world record for paced bicycle land speed. On a bicycle she rode 184 MPH!! Recently she broke another record....a team of 5 women including Denise broke the Women’s World Record in human-powered land speed. At their best and highest, they pedaled a 750 pound, 45’ long Sprocket Rocket from 0 up to a speed of 61.94mph! Denise also recaps some of her bike adventures, including the recent Rum Runner Tour, RAGBRAI, and Ride the Rockies…and weighs in on...
2023-12-0735 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 273: Iowa Bicycle Coalition’s New Executive Director Luke HoffmanLuke Hoffman is on this episode to talk about bikes and advocacy. Recently named the Executive Director at the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, Luke, who has been an avid cyclist in Iowa for many years, shares with Murph and AP the importance of building public partnerships and empowering cyclists with the ability to make a direct impact on the public safety of our roadways for cyclists. In an announcement video on social media Luke said, “My vision for the Iowa Bicycle Coalition is that Iowa is known as the most bicycle friendly state in the country for people of all backgrounds or...
2023-10-1243 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 270: A Look Into the Future of Ride the RockiesSabra Nagel, executive director of Ride The Rockies, is back to chat about the 2023 ride and what we can look forward to in 2024. She is joined by Anne Lawrie, who runs the Cycling Division for Ventures Endurance. We chat about the ride, the crew, as well as rider survey results and how we can make the next Ride The Rockies even better in the future.
https://ridetherockies.com
https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-253-an-overview-of-ride-the-rockies-with-director-sabra-nagel
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2023-09-2242 min
JustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101: Navigating Bike Tune - UpsCalling all RAGBRAI Newbies! The JustGoBike Podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides episodes based on listener questions. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
How (and what) to pack for a week of RAGBRAI video: youtu.be/WglGxKHjYYg
2023-07-0213 minJustGoBikeEpisode 255: RAGBRAI 101 is Back to Talk RAGBRAI BasicsRAGBRAI 101 is back! On this episode, we go back to the basics, including a little history on RAGBRAI. RAGBRAI 101 is a JustGoBike production hosted by AKA Murph from the Murphology Podcast. This is the podcast where we explore everything you might want to know about RAGBRAI. This 7 day tour is the oldest, largest and longest recreational bicycle touring event in the world. That’s right, the world!! There is no right or wrong way to do RAGBRAI. The goal is to enjoy it! If there is something about RAGBRAI that you find intimidating, you are probably not alone. If you ha...
2023-05-2622 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 253: An Overview of Ride the Rockies with Director Sabra NagelRide the Rockies is a weeklong bicycle tour in Colorado that takes place each June. On this episode the ride director, Sabra Nagel, is on to give us an update on what riders can expect as they bicycle through epic places like Berthoud Pass, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Estes Park to name a few. There will also be some VIP’s on route this year including Denise Mueller who is currently considered the fastest cyclist on earth! (see link to her Just Go Bike episode below). Also on route this year is Todd Gogulski, a retired pro racer who ra...
2023-05-1238 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 252: The SHIFT Documentary World Premiere and an Update from the Iowa Bicycle CoalitionSHIFT: The RAGBRAI Documentary hit the big screen and Murph and AP were there to witness the magic and spirit of those who ride bikes across Iowa. On this episode they offer you a recap of the world premiere event, a bit about the film, and hopefully some motivation to see it when you can! A big congratulations go out to Directors Courtney Crowder and Kelsey Kremer for this epic film.
Also we get an important recap from Mark Wyatt on what is going on at the Iowa Bicycle Coalition. He updates us on happenings with legislation, Safe Routes to...
2023-05-0520 min
JustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101N: Should I Lock My Bike?Calling all RAGBRAI Newbies! The JustGoBike Podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides episodes based on listener questions. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
How (and what) to pack for a week of RAGBRAI video: youtu.be/WglGxKHjYYg
RAGBRAI Packing...
2022-07-1510 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101M: Service Times And Support Driver ResponsibilitiesCalling all RAGBRAI Newbies! The JustGoBike Podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides episodes based on listener questions. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
How (and what) to pack for a week of RAGBRAI video: youtu.be/WglGxKHjYYg
RAGBRAI Packing...
2022-07-1311 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101L: What Size Bag Do I NeedCalling all RAGBRAI Newbies! The JustGoBike Podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides episodes based on listener questions. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
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How (and what) to pack for...
2022-07-1208 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101K: What to Do When the Weather Gets BadCalling all RAGBRAI Newbies! The JustGoBike Podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides episodes based on listener questions. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
https://youtu.be/WglGxKHjYYg
2022-07-1110 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101 is Back!RAGBRAI 101 is back! RAGBRAI 101, is a JustGoBike production hosted by AKA Murph from the Murphology Podcast. This is the podcast where we explore everything you might want to know about RAGBRAI. This 7 day tour is the oldest, largest and longest recreational bicycle touring event in the world. That’s right, the world!! There is no right or wrong way to do RAGBRAI. The goal is to enjoy it! If there is something about RAGBRAI that you find intimidating, you are probably not alone. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question or a topic you think we should talk about, call the RA...
2022-05-1231 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 199: The Many Marvelous 2022 RAGBRAI TownsFrom Sgt Bluff to Lansing, RAGBRAI has just released all of the 2022 pass through and meeting towns! AP runs through (rides through?) the towns, the mileages, theme days, and more.
Want even more information? Check out Phil Joens' article: https://ragbrai.com/check-out-ragbrais-newly-announced-pass-through-and-meeting-towns-with-details-highlights/
Most of the facts for this episode were drawn from Eugene Schlaman's book, Iowa Bike Towns! We interviewed Eugene on Episode 184 of the podcast! You can listen here: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-184-iowa-bike-towns-a-book-by-eugene-schlaman
Note from AP: in the podcast I talk about an antique bicycle. I called it the fashionable... what was I thinking! It's called...
2022-04-0330 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 198: Murph's Big AdventureIt's been almost two weeks since Murph departed on her cross-country cycling adventure with Team Biking to Remember, raising funds for Alzheimer's. So AP catches up with her about all she's seen and experienced so far, and what biking over a mountain range is really like.
Follow her journey on Instagram and Facebook, search for Team Biking to Remember!
Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
The 200th episode of JustGoBike is coming up! Tell us your favorite memory or episode - call and leave a message at 515-303-0385
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2022-03-2533 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 197: ParrotTalk, RAGBRAI FAQs, And Breakfast At The KaulsAP gets into it this week with four main squawking points. Including how to be featured on an upcoming episode, how the RAGBRAI 2022 planning process is going, answers some frequently asked questions from the RAGBRAI info inbox, and last but not least - a classic John Karras article about breakfast at Donald Kaul's house.
Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com .
The 200th episode of JustGoBike is coming up! Tell us your favorite memory or episode - call and leave a message at 515-303-0385
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2022-03-1825 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 189: All About The Dream Team with Brian O'LearyOn the show today is Brian O’Leary who is the executive director for The Dream Team. The Dream Team is a five month program that partners youth with adult mentors in the Des Moines area to provide a unique opportunity to build relationships, achieve personal growth, and learn life skills. The program culminates with a week long bicycle ride across Iowa and the emotional experience of riding from the Missouri to the Mississippi River. Brian is going to tell us more about the Dream Team, who will be celebrating their 25th year anniversary this year! You can listen to la...
2022-01-2748 min
JustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101J: Adjusting To Life After RAGBRAIRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-08-0111 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101I: Insider Tips For NewbiesRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-07-2112 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101H: Ride Right Safety TipsRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-07-1709 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101G: Saddle SoresRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-07-1413 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101F: Sag ServiceRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-07-0708 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101E: How RAGBRAI Camping WorksRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
https://ragbrai.com/2021-host-towns/
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-07-0213 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101D: Last Minute Training TipsRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
https://ragbrai.com/training-safety/
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-07-0119 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101C: Food And Water OptionsRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-06-2512 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101B: What Type of Bike to Ride, Along with Add On SuggestionsRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called RAGBRAI 101, for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from the Murphology Podcast, the series provides new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-06-2216 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI 101A: Some History and Route BasicsRAGBRAI Newbies! JustGoBike podcast presents a special series called for RAGBRAI first timers and veterans alike. RAGBRAI 101 answers riders biggest questions from what to pack, how to train, and how to survive the great bicycle ride across Iowa! Hosted by Kathy Murphy, from Murphology Podcast, the series debuts this week with new episodes several times a week. If you have a RAGBRAI 101 question, call the RAGBRAI 101 hotline and leave a message. The number is 1-515-303-0385.
www.ragbrai.com
www.murphologypodcast.com
2021-06-1615 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 164 - "Literally Giving Thanks, Virtually" Round TableWe all got together (virtually) this week to talk Thanksgiving - possibly the best holiday due to its many pie-based traditions. What's your most thankful moment on a bicycle? Stop by and let us know on our social media - @JustGoBike on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
2020-11-2032 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 142: "JustGoBike Gets The Zoomies" RoundtableThis week we're podcasting - quarantine style! We couldn't get together to do our round table so we all called in to a Zoom meeting (Kyle couldn't join us this time because he was busy adulting). Visit our Facebook page to see the video version!
2020-05-2956 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 138: Munson Talks Bikes with Chuck "Iowa Boy" OffenburgerAs Offenburger says, "cycling fits Iowa like a good work glove." Tune in to hear Kyle Munson talk bikes, RAGBRAI, pork burgers, and pie with "Iowa Boy" Chuck Offenburger.
Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Review JustGoBike on your favorite podcasting platform! Have an idea for the show? Email us at JustGoBikePodcast@gmail.com or reach out to us on social media @JustGoBike.
2020-04-3030 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 136: We're BackThe JustGoBike Podcast is back, with old favorites, new friends, and lots of talk about bikes. Have an idea for a future episode? Email us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
2020-04-1745 min
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JustGoBikeEpisode 123: Big Rove Recap with Josh SchambergerMurphology and Josh Schamberger recap the Big Rove bike ride last weekend! We don't know about you but Team JustGoBike had a blast.
2019-07-0338 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 119: Taking a Spin with the Pork Tornadoes ft. Mike SchulteThis week we delve into the controversial topic of pool noodles on bikes, and we chat with our first featured musician in JustGoBike history - Mike Schulte from the Pork Tornadoes. We're telling you, there's something in the air this episode, oh Lord. And yes there is a ParrotTalk!
2019-05-241h 06
JustGoBikeEpisode 105: So, You Are Thinking About Doing a Triathlon?Murph returns with a nice chat with Todd Young (former podcast guest) this time on doing triathlons and his transformation. Mark and TJ have some updates for you as well on this week's JustGoBike podcast
2019-02-1548 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 100: JustGoBike Century - that's right we're still here!We got the gang back together for the 100th Episode of the JustGoBike Podcast! Alumni members, fan favorites, and more! Thank you for 100 episodes of bikes, fun, beverages, and pie - we never thought we would make it this far and now you're stuck with us for another 100+ episodes! So come for the bikes, stay for the fun, and leave with a smile!
2019-01-111h 00
JustGoBikeEpisode 98: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!The JustGoBike Podcast team wishes you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
2018-12-2505 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 97: Over 1,000 Days without Missing a Ride!Murph chats with Roy Rhodes who is an ironman of cycling. Roy has ridden his bike everyday for over 1,000 days and counting! TJ talks about the 100 JustGoBike Podcast Celebration slated for Thursday, January 10 at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City. A bike ride, live podcast and live music by Mike McAbee will round out the schedule.
2018-12-2030 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 96: Riding with a MissionTo get you into the holiday season, TJ's guest is Justin Hanneken from Ends of the Earth Cycling talking about this on-bike ministry of goodness that the team spreads. We also have set a date of Thursday, January 10 for our 100th Episode of JustGoBike Celebration in Iowa City. The location will be announced soon! Andrea returns with a ParrotTalk and squawking about the RAGBRAI Guess the Route Contest.
2018-12-1256 min
JustGoBikeJustGoBike Ep 90This week Mark talks with Sue George from Bike Flights about their services to ship bikes all over the world. Mark and TJ visited Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City to record this week's show and perhaps sample a tasty beverage. They were so impressed they are thinking of a future event there! Hmmm?
2018-11-0231 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 83: Riding the DivideAndrea Cohen of Iowa City has completed the grueling Tour Divide and tells her tales to Murph in the latest JustGoBike podcast. TJ and Mark talk about upcoming events and recent travels.
2018-09-1241 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 82: The Cycling Adventures of MurphOn this week's episode of the JustGoBike Podcast: Mark and TJ run down the bike news of the week, and Kathy Murphy AKA Murph tells us tales of her many adventures on organized bike rides. And as a bonus you find out how many degrees she is from Kevin Bacon!
2018-09-0733 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 79: All About the IBCIt's all about the Iowa Bicycle Coalition this week on the JustGoBike Podcast! Mark and Murph give Team RAGBRAI a much-needed break, and chat about IBC - past, present, and future.
2018-08-1632 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 74: Delightful DavenportThrough the flash floods RAGBRAI plans continue, and Mark charts a new path for the Iowa Bicycle Coalition. Murphology gets the scoop on Davenport's RAGBRAI plans with Jessica Waytenick of the Quad Cities CVB - try saying QC CVB five times fast! Stay tuned NEXT TIME for our 75th JustGoBike Podcast Episode ;)
2018-07-0629 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 73: RAGBRAI is Getting Seriously Close & Ride the Rockies RecapThis week TJ and Andrea take over the JustGoBike Podcast and talk about just how looming RAGBRAI really is! Murph chats with Troy Carter about his Ride the Rockies experiences.
2018-06-2838 min
JustGoBikeRoute Inspection Day 6: Add some headwind on your TREK to HILLSRoute Inspection Day 6: Add some headwind on your TREK to HILLS by JustGoBike
2018-06-0910 min2018-06-0810 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI Pre-Ride: Hills, Heat, & HeadwindsRAGBRAI Pre-Ride: Hills, Heat, & Headwinds by JustGoBike
2018-06-0712 minJustGoBikeRAGBRAI Pre-Ride Pod 3: Cycling Power in Jack Trice StadiumRAGBRAI Pre-Ride Pod 3: Cycling Power in Jack Trice Stadium by JustGoBike
2018-06-0511 minJustGoBikePre Ride Podcast Day 2: Ladies Take The Road and MicPre Ride Podcast Day 2: Ladies Take The Road and Mic by JustGoBike
2018-06-0508 minJustGoBikeRoute Inspection Day 1: Covered in GravelRoute Inspection Day 1: Covered in Gravel by JustGoBike
2018-06-0308 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 62: Getting the Scoop with April CooperThis week on the JustGoBike Podcast, Kathy AKA Murphology gets the scoop on biking with April Cooper from Bikes To You in Grinnell. You also get a little ParrotTalking when Andrea chimes in on what you should do if you need a host during RAGBRAI.
2018-04-0546 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 49: Here's to the New Biking Year!We welcome the New Year and all the riding that the year brings us. The JustGoBike team of Mark Wyatt & Kathy Murphy (aka Murph) from the Iowa Bicycle Coalition and TJ Juskiewicz & Andrea Parrott from RAGBRAI gathered to chat about the year that we had and what is on the horizon for the JustGoBike podcast!
2018-01-0433 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 48: Mateo, the Dutch CommuterThe JustGoBike Podcast Team hopes you had a Merry Christmas and wishes you a Happy New Year. The final episode of 2017 features an interview that Murph did with Mateo, a Dutch cyclist who enjoys commuting. Thanks for being loyal listeners!
2017-12-2730 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 46: Finding Love on the BikeIs this the Hallmark Channel or the JustGoBike Podcast? Murph discovers that true love can be found on the bike as she is joined by Dana and Steve Fortier who met on RAGBRAI and later married. Mark and TJ chat about the upcoming Iowa Bike Expo, The Iowa Bike Summit and the RAGBRAI Route Announcement Party coming up next month.
2017-12-1527 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 43: Back to Basics with GravelHappy Thanksgiving everyone! Thanks so much for listening. In this episode of the JustGoBike Podcast, Mark Wyatt gets wonky, Kathy Murphy chats with Todd Young of IC Gravel, and on ParrotTalk, Andrea Parrott asks the deep questions - lattice top or solid top pie??
2017-11-2132 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 40: Bike Sandal Ambassador Hacky Jedi's Checklist of Centuries Across the NationThis week the #JustGoBike podcast's Kathy Murphy catches up with Dave Wedemeyer (aka Hacky Jedi). Dave discusses checking off the states across our nation that he has ridden centuries in, spreading his bike sandal love. ParrotTalk hits on protecting your bicycle against the dreaded bike thieves that are lurking.
2017-11-0132 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 37: Behind the Scenes Insight from RAGBRAI's Assistant DirectorHear some behind the scenes insight from RAGBRAI assistant director, Scott Garner. Our newest member of the JustGoBike team, Kathy Murphy, talks about being assistants at two of the biggest bicycling organizations in the state of Iowa. Mark and TJ chat about fall riding and events coming up.
2017-10-1131 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 35: Adventures of InterbikeThe JustGoBike podcast gang relives their trip out to Sin City for the last Vegas Interbike. TJ also reflects on the passing of inspirational RAGBRAIer Steve VanDeest of Waterloo who passed away last week and Andrea returns with a another chapter of ParrotTalk focus on pancakes and the gluttony that might happen on rides.
2017-09-2838 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 34: Live(ish) from the Telenet UCI Wold Cup and Jingle Cross. Oh and Some Bloopers.Sometimes we get it right on the first take...usually we don't. Ever wonder what some of those outtakes sound like? Well wonder no more, it's the JustGoBike blooper show!
2017-09-1921 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 22: RAGBRAI 2017 Full Route PreviewThe Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) is a month away, and four JustGoBike podcasters pedaled the route. So the team gathers around our square table in the studio to give you an inside look at how the week of the world's oldest, largest and longest bicycle touring ride will play out -- especially where to stop and what to eat. Also, this week's "Parrott Talk" delves into the dirty laundry to explain how to get chain grease out of your kit.
2017-06-2036 min
JustGoBikeRoute Inspection Ride - Day 5: Craig Cooper Talks About Bike Repair and TailwindsFinally, we get tailwinds on the ride. But bike repair doesn't stop. Craig Cooper talks about bike repair and flat tires on this pre-ride edition of the JustGoBike podcast.
2017-06-0910 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 07: Rotundas and RoundtablesThis week we get the JustGoBike band back together and talk about some bike laws putting Iowa on the map. This being the bicentennial year of the bicycle we also discuss cycling's influence on smooth jazz and bad album artwork.
2017-03-0131 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 1: John Karras and the RAGBRAI Route Announcement previewIn the first official episode of JustGoBike Kyle Munson talks to RAGBRAI co-founder John Karras, Andrea Parrot answers some of your cycling questions and co-hosts TJ and Mark talk about the Iowa Bike Expo and the upcoming RAGBRAI route announcement party.
2017-01-1928 min
JustGoBikeEpisode 0: Welcome to the JustGoBike PodcastMeet the JustGoBike team in our inaugural podcast! Hosts T.J. Juskiewicz and Mark Wyatt along with the crew; Andrea Parrot, Kyle Munson and Brian Powers start the conversation on bikes, pie, and everything in between.
Watch for more episodes talking about all things off the bike that could only happen by riding a bike.
2017-01-0724 min