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With PaceRide With Pace: Sarah Sturm and Taylor Lideen at UnboundIn this final episode on this year’s Unbound, we’re bringing you two interviews that Payson recorded while on the ground in Emporia. The first took place with Sarah Sturm the night before the race in which she discusses the limitations of team tactics in the women’s field. Her husband Dylan Stucki and mechanic Anna Greetis also chime in to talk about what it’s like doing the aid stations at such a big and important event. Next, Payson talks to Taylor Lideen, who he caught up with the day after the race. After getting hit by an...
2025-06-2329 min
Holy Spirit of GravelChildless Gravel DadsFather's day is done and dusted but The Pod Squad goes deeper on Gravel Dad theory and categorization. Understanding that Gravel Dads can range from ages 22-100 with different skills and vibes. Also--should sherpas stop escorting rich people up Mount Everest and help wealthy/pathetic gravel dads up climbs? Of course there is lingering Unbound banter. Other topics include:-The Cam Jones Media Tour-The Karo Mignon Winning Everything Tour-ICE going after Euro Privateers in America on Temporary Work Visas?-Has there been Unbound Gravel 2025 con...
2025-06-171h 06
Funbound Gravel PodcastTaylor Lideen Talks Mental Prep and UnboundIn this episode of the FunBound Podcast, we sit down with Taylor Lideen, a powerhouse in the world of gravel and mountain bike racing and truly one of the best human beings out there. In this episode, we take a look back at Taylor’s incredible Unbound journey, including the unforgettable high of winning Unbound XL in 2021, as well as some of the tougher moments that have shaped his path. Taylor brings raw honesty, inspiration, and commitment to the details as he looks ahead to this year’s Unbound, and we couldn’t be more excited to share his storie...
2025-05-0658 min
Aravaipa Rides PodcastTaylor Lideen & Arkansas' Hidden GemPro rider Taylor Lideen joins Aravaipa Rides Host Aaron Schmidt for a chat about the biking in Northwest Arkansas.
2024-08-121h 38
The Bounce Forward PodcastTaylor Lideen on Shifting His Mindset, Mental Health, Allied and Finding Happiness at LeadvilleTaylor Lideen is a a professional off-road bike racer with an extensive resume of strong two-wheeled results. But he’s far more than a rider. This is hands down one of my favorite and most meaningful conversations to date.
In this episode of The Bounce Forward Podcast, Taylor and I will explore his struggles with anxiety and depression, while also diving into his mission to be a mental health advocate. From wins and podiums ultra endurance races like 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo and Unbound XL, to Marathon National Championships, True Grit and Rule of...
2024-07-122h 13With PaceTaylor Lideen on missing out on the Grand Prix and starting the season with a bangAfter participating in the Life Time Grand Prix in its first two years, Taylor Lideen missed out on a spot this year. While that might leave some riders struggling for motivation, it’s done the opposite for him. Two weeks ago, at Sea Otter (the first Grand Prix race of the season), he snagged 6th place, just seconds off the podium. The next weekend, he placed 6th at Whiskey Off Road. In February, he and Lachlan Morton set a decisive record at 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo. Taylor attributes these results to multiple factors, including a brand new approach to...
2024-05-041h 38
Stoke PodcastExploring the Grit and Glory of Endurance Racing: A Conversation with Taylor LideenJoin us for an inspiring episode as we delve into the world of professional mountain bike and gravel racer, Taylor Lideen. In this captivating conversation, Taylor shares his journey and insights gained from pushing the limits of endurance racing.
We delve into Taylor's recent triumphs, including his record-breaking performance alongside Lachlan Morton at the 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo race. Discover the exhilarating highs and grueling challenges of pushing physical and mental boundaries in the pursuit of greatness.
Beyond the podium finishes and adrenaline-fueled races, Taylor opens up about his personal battles with mental health...
2024-02-291h 40
The Stable CyclistTaylor Lideen | We Need to Talk...Taylor Lideen is a professional cyclist as a mountain biker and gravel racer. He has won 24 hours of Old Pueblo and for a time held the course record. He has also placed 2nd at the 24 hour World Championships in 2018. Taylor won the 2021 Unbound XL, but between those prestigious results, Taylor took on his own Mental Health struggles.
In this episode, JP and Taylor dive into the mental health world and share deeply personal stories and revelations they have lived as they walk through life with mental health diagnosis.
Follow Taylor's story: https://www.instagra...
2024-02-091h 20
Cycling OklahomaSandbagging Controversy, and Oklahoma's Racing Scene with Alan "Gravel Doc" WhiteWe also tackle the controversial topic of sandbagging in the Tour de Dirt and share our opinions gravel topics, and recap the 2023 races to this point in the season. Get an inside look at the diverse racing scene in Oklahoma, from Ironman, Rule of 3, Unbound craziness, crit racing and everything in between. We give shout-outs to local athletes who have achieved great success in their respective disciplines. We also provide information on upcoming multi-sport races, gravel, crits and discuss the pros and cons of Ironman and Lifetime race events, including their costs and exclusivity.Finally, we d...
2023-06-231h 08With PaceTaylor Lideen on navigating depression and anxiety as a professional cyclistEver since he was a child, Taylor Lideen knew he experienced the world differently. Even before he knew that he suffered from depression and anxiety, he noticed that his emotions seemed to run higher than other people’s. As a teen, he struggled with his mental health even as he built a successful career as a cyclist. Over the years, he’s won 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo and Unbound XL, and is competing in the Life Time Grand Prix for the second time this year. But his bouts with crippling depression have been a consistent presence in his life...
2023-05-151h 15
Secrets From The Saddle: All things Cycling PODCAST201. TAYLOR LIDEEN & MENTAL HEALTH: Pro Gravel Racer Talks about his strugglesIn this episode, we talk with Pro Gravel Racer Taylor Lideen about his struggles with Mental Health and how he\'s been able to recognize, manage and now share his story on mental health and how it started at such a young age. Staying active has played a huge role in staying healthy.
2022-03-1400 min
Dialed Health99: Taylor Lideen 🤜🏻 Combatting Anxiety and Depression On and Off the BikeIn this episode of Dialed Health, I am joined by the 2021 Unbound XL Gravel winner, Taylor Lideen. Although this is a huge accomplish for Taylor, this is actually not what we dive into in this episode. So, what do we chat about? Mental health. Taylor personally struggles with anxiety and depression on and off the bike, and together we chat about the mental obstacles he’s had to overcome, as well as the mindset shifts and tools he uses to successfully keep pushing forward.
Later in the episode, we do ease up the conversation with some lighthearted talk about his nu...
2021-11-291h 34
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #33 Redshift Sports with Erik de Brun and Unbound XL winner Taylor LideenIn Episode #33, I sit down with Erik de Brun co-founder of Redshift Sports and Unbound XL winner Taylor Lideen to talk about all the amazing products made by Redshift. Redshift's mtto is to "UNLOCK ADVENTURE" and at Redshift they do just that by making your ride better, so you can go further, faster, and more comfortably on the bike you already own.Also we were lucky enough to have Unbound XL winner and frequent show co-host Taylor Lideen with us as well to talk about his experiences with Redshift's products like the Shockstop...
2021-11-021h 31
All About BikesEp #5: The Pivot Mach 4 SL, A Cross Country Rocket ShipFor this episode of All About Bikes, CEO and President of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, and Professional Pivot rider Taylor Lideen, walk you through the all-new Mach 4 SL. They touch on all the updates, tech specs, and features of this gravity-defying cross country rocket ship.
2021-10-0820 min
Faster Forward with Troy Busot45. Taylor Lideen - Winner of Unbound Gravel XL, 350 Mile Gravel RaceToday's guest is Taylor Lideen - this year's overall winner of the Unbound Gravel XL race - a 350 mile sufferfest through the Flint Hills of Kansas. Formerly known as Dirty Kanza, the race challenged Taylor to the bitter end through nearly 24 hours of racing. We talk at great length about that race, the preparation and physical and mental side of ultra bike racing and Taylor opens up about his battles on and off the bike with depression and the importance of family and close support of his wife and other loved ones to bring him back into the light.
2021-07-131h 30
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #28 Taylor Lideen 2021 Unbound XL ChampionIn episode 28, we bring back Taylor Lideen. Taylor sat down with me just days after winning the 2021 Unbound XL formerly known as the Dirty Kanza. Unbound XL is a 350 mile self-supported ultra endurance gravel race in Emporia Kansas. Taylor was our first guest and then filled in as a cohost for the "Quaranteam series". In this interview, Taylor talked about adversities he faced prior to the race which includes mental illness, as well as injuries. Taylor also talks about the race, his bike setup, and where this race falls into his ra...
2021-06-151h 08
Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoadUnbound XL Winner Taylor Lideen – Ask a Cycling Coach 312Taylor Lideen, the winner of the 357 mile Unbound XL gravel race, joins us to talk about how he trained for such a massive race, his nutrition and equipment choices, how he executed on race day, as well as his tips for endurance athletes and a discussion on the intersection of mental health and endurance sport. Follow Taylor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tlideen ---------------------------------------------- LEARN MORE ABOUT ADAPTIVE TRAINING Adaptive Training Video: https://youtu.be/gE2yPYZ15ew Adaptive Training: What it is, how to use it: https://bit.l...
2021-06-1053 min
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #15 Keegan SwensonIn Episode 14, and the 6th installment of the "Quaranteam" series, Taylor Lideen and I sit down with Keegan Swenson. Keegan is the current U.S. cross-country national champion as well as one of the top XC and endurance racers in the world. Keegan races for the Stans/Pivot Pro Team P/b Maxxis team were he is team mates with Chloe Woodruff and Rose Grant. In this episode Keegan talks about what its like to race on the world cup stage as well as his recent Everesting challenge record.T...
2020-08-1259 min
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #14 Chloe WoodruffIn Episode 14, and the 5th installment of the "Quaranteam" series, Taylor Lideen and I sit down with Chloe Woodruff. Chloe currently lives and trains in Prescott, AZ. As a Junior, Chloe earned two U.S. cross-country national championship titles as well as a professional short track and cross-country championship title in 2016. Chloe also raced with the U.S. team at the 2004 and 2005 UCI World Championships, finishing ninth her last year as a Junior racer. In 2016, Chloe raced in the Rio Olympics, and in 2019, Chloe won the UCI World Cup Short Track race in N...
2020-07-2853 min
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #10 Erin HuckIn Episode 10 and the 4th installment of the "Quaranteam" series, Taylor Lideen and I chat with Erin Huck. Erin is one of the top US XC racers as well as one of the top female racers in the world. In the episode, we talk how Erin juggles a full-time job all while being a top elite XC racer, her 2021 Olympic aspirations, as well as how COVID-19 has affected her training and racing. Some of Erin's achievements include:*2016 US XC National Champion*2016 US STXC National Champion*2017 U...
2020-05-251h 00
10 km to GoTaylor LideenTaylor Lideen is an ultra endurance pro mountain biker from Phoenix, AZ, course record holder at 24 Hours of Old Pueblo, and runner-up at World 24 Hour Championships in Scotland.
Taylor's Fundraiser for Mental Health Awareness:
https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/2738520
Instagram:
@tlideen
@pivot_cyclesusa
@theinfiniteloop
@elevatedlegs
@sevenpointscbd
2020-05-151h 30
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #8 Gordon WordsworthThe Average Watts Podcast is proud to welcome 4iiii Power Meters as a sponsor of the show and the official power meter of the show.In E8 and the 3rd installment of the "Quaranteam" series, Taylor Lideen and I chat with Gordon Wordsworth. Gordon won his first national title in 2013 and since then has totaled eight national titles and left a mark on ultra-endurance and singlespeed racing like no other. This conversation was a true honor because not only is Gordon an amazing racer, he is someone I call a friend...
2020-05-111h 06
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #6 Dylan JohnsonThis is the second of the "Quaranteam" series where, Taylor Lideen, and I sit down with guests during this pandemic lock-down to bring you more unique interviews and 1-on-1 conversations with the pros that you want to hear from.This week, Taylor and I talk with, Dylan Johnson. Dylan is an ultra-endurance athlete, cycling coach, and is the host of his own YouTube channel where he puts out weekly science-based videos on training and racing. Dillon is also known for mixing his straightforward science-based videos with his own unique sense of humor. The Epic Rides 24 h...
2020-04-2750 min
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #4 Kenny Wehn, Sponsorship Coordinator with Stan's No TubesIn Episode #4, I'm incredibly stoked to Taylor Lideen stepping in to co-host with me as we sit down with Kenny Wehn. Kenny is the Sponsorship Coordinator with Stan's No Tubes. If you have been to any major race in the USA and have stopped by the Stan's No Tubes booth, you probably have seen or even talked to Kenny. Kenny tells us about how he moved to Hawaii right out of high school to become a professional surfer, but fate had other plans once he discovered mountain bikes. Kenny goes on to tell us how...
2020-04-1252 min
The Average Watts PodcastEpisode #1 Taylor LideenThanks for tuning into the first episode of The Average Watts Podcast. In this episode I set down with Taylor Lideen of Phoenix, AZ. Taylor is arguably one of the best ultra-endurance mountain bike and gravel racers in the world. Some of Taylor’s accolades are 2017, 2018 True Grit Epic 100 winner. 2018 Epic Rides 24hrs in the Old Pueblo winner as well as setting the course record with 20 laps. Taylor then went on in 2018 to be second at the 24hr World Championships in Fort Williams, Scotland. Taylor really opened up in this interview and talked about the way he appr...
2020-03-021h 39
Mountain Bike RadioMBR& - Taylor Lideen Post WorldsNovember 27, 2018 The MBR& Show Page ABOUT THIS EPISODE Taylor was nice enough to carve out some time to catch up with Matt post 24 Hour Worlds in Scotland. Overall his travel was much smoother and driving easier than Kait experienced, but it was still a big deal just toeing the line. Tune in to hear the buildup, what kinda of training he did to get ready, and some of the plans for 2019 and 2020. Tune in to hear how someone so fast has stayed so humble. Do you have a person or company...
2018-11-2700 min
Mountain Bike RadioMBR& - "Kaitlyn Boyle - 24 Hours of Old Pueblo & Arizona Trail Race"April 27, 2018 MBR& Show Page ABOUT THIS EPISODE Kaitlyn Boyle, who has stormed the endurance scene this spring, graciously takes some time out of her day to sit down with MBR. Kaitlyn is teammates with Taylor Lideen, and they both set new course records at 24 Hours of Old Pueblo in the solo division this spring. Kaitlyn backed it up by setting a new course record on the Arizona Trail 300. Tune in to hear her story, what she has planned for the rest of the year, and what she does between races. Do...
2018-04-2700 min
Mountain Bike RadioMBR& - "Taylor Lideen - 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo"March 19, 2018 MBR& Show Page ABOUT THIS EPISODE Matt reconnected with Taylor Lideen at 24 Hours of Old Pueblo. After a round of high fives and few more rain showers, Taylor Lideen set himself to his goal of riding twenty laps in the 24 Solo Male category. After a few touch and go moments in the night, Taylor got it together and set a new solo course record (and winning in the process). Tune in to hear the many year long story of how Taylor came to win the Solo Male category and why he doesn't...
2018-03-1900 min