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Winter Training Destinations, BWR AZ Preview, and The Coming of Age for Drop Bar Mountain Bikes
Manage episode 404062716 series 3419674
Episode 88 - Winter Training Destinations, BWR AZ Preview, and The Coming of Age for Drop Bar Mountain Bikes
What up party people. My voice still sucks so your boy is going to keep this one short and snappy. We’ve got debates over the best winter training destinations, we give a couple cents on how BWR Arizona will shake out this weekend, touch on the hot debate over hooked vs hookless rims, and when in the hell did the coveted drop bar mountain bike category suddenly enter the limelight?! You’re welcome bike industry for inspiring yet another category of bike.
Hit us up with any feedback or questions for the show at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or find the show page on Instagram and follow us there (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Alright let’s get this thing started.
Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros
Silca (discount code: crockpotanator4000): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast
For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow
Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl on Pixabay.com: https://pixabay.com/music/id-111445/
Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6
The Following Summary Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm
Summary:
The conversation revolves around the comparison between Tucson, Arizona and Brevard, North Carolina as winter training grounds. The discussion covers the weather conditions, road and mountain biking opportunities, and the personal preferences of the participants. Other potential winter training locations, such as Miami and Kentucky, are also explored. The conversation takes a humorous turn with discussions on drop bar mountain bikes, bike shop sponsorships, and chain waxing experiences. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss chain waxing and the use of strip chips. They also talk about the upcoming BWR AZ gravel race and make predictions about the participants. They discuss the course and its technical aspects, as well as their training plans for the race. The conversation covers various topics including race registration, hookless rims, password management, using liners in crock pots for chain waxing, helmet color, and the best bike for the sea otter gravel race. This conversation covers topics such as the compatibility of bike components, the benefits of hiring a cycling coach, the value of coaching beyond training plans, the importance of communication with a coach, factors affecting tubeless tire performance, controversy surrounding team mechanics as riders, and the Transcortieres Ultra Gravel Race.
Takeaways:
Consider adding a 'who's registered' tab on race registration websites for better transparency.
The controversy around hookless rims for road racers highlights the lack of standardization and compatibility.
Use password managers to securely store and manage passwords.
Liners can be used in crock pots for easier chain waxing.
The color of a helmet does not significantly impact its cooling properties.
Choose a bike suitable for the specific race course and conditions. Consider the impact on bike geometry and performance when mixing and matching components.
Hiring a cycling coach can provide objective guidance, support, and motivation.
Coaches offer more than just training plans, providing valuable insights and assistance in goal setting and accomplishment.
Effective communication with a coach can enhance the training and racing experience.
Factors such as rim tape and rim type can affect the performance of tubeless tires.
The controversy surrounding team mechanics as riders highlights the importance of adhering to race regulations.
The Transcortieres Ultra Gravel Race is gaining attention in the gravel racing community.
Different bike types may affect power output due to rider positioning and familiarity.
Chapters:
00:00 Winter Training Grounds: Tucson vs. Brevard
01:01 Comparing Weather and Road Conditions
02:31 Considering Tucson as an Option
03:48 Preference for Warm Weather
04:10 Miami as an Alternative
04:58 Discussion on Clothing Choices
06:16 Exploring Other Winter Training Locations
07:12 Discussion on Riding Conditions in Florida
09:05 Encountering Private Roads
10:19 Gravel Roads in Kentucky
11:17 Drop Bar Mountain Bikes
12:10 Discussion on Specialized Epic World Cup
13:13 Sponsorship and Bike Shops
14:04 Silca Sponsorship
15:38 Chain Waxing and Organization
19:59 Chain Waxing and Strip Chip
23:10 Upcoming Gravel Race: BWR AZ
28:05 Coverage and Predictions for BWR AZ
32:01 Course Preview and Training
36:03 Discussion about race registration and hookless rims
43:39 Debate on password management
48:05 Debate on the controversy of hookless rims
53:48 Discussion on using liners in crock pots for chain waxing
56:22 Advice on helmet color and setup for sea otter gravel race
58:15 Debate on the best bike for sea otter gravel race
59:01 Geometry and Compatibility of Bike Components
59:58 When to Hire a Cycling Coach
01:00:29 Benefits of Having a Cycling Coach
01:01:38 Objective Guidance and Support from a Coach
01:02:54 The Value of Hiring a Coach
01:03:37 Coaching Beyond Training Plans
01:04:18 The Role of a Coach in Goal Setting and Accomplishing
01:06:13 The Importance of Communication with a Coach
01:07:20 Factors Affecting Tubeless Tire Performance
01:09:18 Considerations for Rim Tape and Rim Type
01:13:22 Controversy Surrounding Team Mechanics as Riders
01:19:28 The Transcortieres Ultra Gravel Race
01:22:11 Power Output on Different Bike Types
129 episodi
Manage episode 404062716 series 3419674
Episode 88 - Winter Training Destinations, BWR AZ Preview, and The Coming of Age for Drop Bar Mountain Bikes
What up party people. My voice still sucks so your boy is going to keep this one short and snappy. We’ve got debates over the best winter training destinations, we give a couple cents on how BWR Arizona will shake out this weekend, touch on the hot debate over hooked vs hookless rims, and when in the hell did the coveted drop bar mountain bike category suddenly enter the limelight?! You’re welcome bike industry for inspiring yet another category of bike.
Hit us up with any feedback or questions for the show at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or find the show page on Instagram and follow us there (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Alright let’s get this thing started.
Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros
Silca (discount code: crockpotanator4000): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast
For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow
Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl on Pixabay.com: https://pixabay.com/music/id-111445/
Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6
The Following Summary Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm
Summary:
The conversation revolves around the comparison between Tucson, Arizona and Brevard, North Carolina as winter training grounds. The discussion covers the weather conditions, road and mountain biking opportunities, and the personal preferences of the participants. Other potential winter training locations, such as Miami and Kentucky, are also explored. The conversation takes a humorous turn with discussions on drop bar mountain bikes, bike shop sponsorships, and chain waxing experiences. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss chain waxing and the use of strip chips. They also talk about the upcoming BWR AZ gravel race and make predictions about the participants. They discuss the course and its technical aspects, as well as their training plans for the race. The conversation covers various topics including race registration, hookless rims, password management, using liners in crock pots for chain waxing, helmet color, and the best bike for the sea otter gravel race. This conversation covers topics such as the compatibility of bike components, the benefits of hiring a cycling coach, the value of coaching beyond training plans, the importance of communication with a coach, factors affecting tubeless tire performance, controversy surrounding team mechanics as riders, and the Transcortieres Ultra Gravel Race.
Takeaways:
Consider adding a 'who's registered' tab on race registration websites for better transparency.
The controversy around hookless rims for road racers highlights the lack of standardization and compatibility.
Use password managers to securely store and manage passwords.
Liners can be used in crock pots for easier chain waxing.
The color of a helmet does not significantly impact its cooling properties.
Choose a bike suitable for the specific race course and conditions. Consider the impact on bike geometry and performance when mixing and matching components.
Hiring a cycling coach can provide objective guidance, support, and motivation.
Coaches offer more than just training plans, providing valuable insights and assistance in goal setting and accomplishment.
Effective communication with a coach can enhance the training and racing experience.
Factors such as rim tape and rim type can affect the performance of tubeless tires.
The controversy surrounding team mechanics as riders highlights the importance of adhering to race regulations.
The Transcortieres Ultra Gravel Race is gaining attention in the gravel racing community.
Different bike types may affect power output due to rider positioning and familiarity.
Chapters:
00:00 Winter Training Grounds: Tucson vs. Brevard
01:01 Comparing Weather and Road Conditions
02:31 Considering Tucson as an Option
03:48 Preference for Warm Weather
04:10 Miami as an Alternative
04:58 Discussion on Clothing Choices
06:16 Exploring Other Winter Training Locations
07:12 Discussion on Riding Conditions in Florida
09:05 Encountering Private Roads
10:19 Gravel Roads in Kentucky
11:17 Drop Bar Mountain Bikes
12:10 Discussion on Specialized Epic World Cup
13:13 Sponsorship and Bike Shops
14:04 Silca Sponsorship
15:38 Chain Waxing and Organization
19:59 Chain Waxing and Strip Chip
23:10 Upcoming Gravel Race: BWR AZ
28:05 Coverage and Predictions for BWR AZ
32:01 Course Preview and Training
36:03 Discussion about race registration and hookless rims
43:39 Debate on password management
48:05 Debate on the controversy of hookless rims
53:48 Discussion on using liners in crock pots for chain waxing
56:22 Advice on helmet color and setup for sea otter gravel race
58:15 Debate on the best bike for sea otter gravel race
59:01 Geometry and Compatibility of Bike Components
59:58 When to Hire a Cycling Coach
01:00:29 Benefits of Having a Cycling Coach
01:01:38 Objective Guidance and Support from a Coach
01:02:54 The Value of Hiring a Coach
01:03:37 Coaching Beyond Training Plans
01:04:18 The Role of a Coach in Goal Setting and Accomplishing
01:06:13 The Importance of Communication with a Coach
01:07:20 Factors Affecting Tubeless Tire Performance
01:09:18 Considerations for Rim Tape and Rim Type
01:13:22 Controversy Surrounding Team Mechanics as Riders
01:19:28 The Transcortieres Ultra Gravel Race
01:22:11 Power Output on Different Bike Types
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