Pedal The Springs
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Roll on into Pedal the Springs podcast where we banter about all things biking in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region. Ride along with host Torie Giffin, self-appointed ambassador for cycling in the Springs and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, and friends including local cycling enthusiasts, trail and industry experts, and athletes. #youbelonghere #pedalthesprings #yourbasecampforadventure
Episodes
- 41: The Springs Summer Race Scene
This episode of Pedal The Springs features organizers discussing the 2023 summer cycling race calendar in Colorado Springs, highlighting various events like gravel grinders, mountain bike races, and community competitions in the Pikes Peak…
- 40: The Final Walk Run Roll for Daniel
The final Walk Run Roll for Daniel, an annual event founded by Michael Pharis to support Daniel Giffin’s family and Children’s Hospital Colorado, is approaching on May 2, 2026. Torie Giffin speaks with Pharis, ride leader Michael Rosell, a…
- 39: Project Bike Tech
This episode discusses Project Bike Tech, a program enabling high school students to take bike mechanics as an elective. Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort supports this non-profit, aiming to foster passion for cycling in new generations.
- 38: Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort 10 Year Anniversary Special
This episode celebrates the 10-year anniversary of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. Owner Torie Giffin shares her story, and guests including staff, community members, and the Bike Tribe discuss their experiences with the unique venue.
- 37: Ring the Peak - the Vision Becoming a Reality
A $2.5 million grant was awarded to the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (PPORA) to advance the 63-mile Ring the Peak Trail. This funding aims to improve outdoor access and boost tourism in the Pikes Peak Region.
- 36: Westside Bicycle Service
Torie Giffin talks with Graham Thompson, owner of Westside Bicycle Service, about his 20 years of experience, shop ownership, and work-life balance. The episode also details upcoming monthly bike maintenance classes at Buffalo Lodge Bicycl…
- 35: Club Spotlight - COS Racing
This episode features Nao Nozawa and Terry Lott discussing COS Racing, a local club focused on making bicycle racing accessible. They cover the club's history, provide advice for beginners, and outline future community involvement and tale…
- 34: Making Bicycling Better – Bike Colorado Springs
This episode features Cory Sutela hosting a discussion with Bike Colorado Springs volunteers Cully Radvillas, Jerry White, and Wes Pritchard. They discuss the organization's mission to enhance bicycling for all ages and abilities in the Pi…
- 33: More Fun than a Car! - PaCMan
Three volunteers from Ped and Cycle Manitou Springs (PaCMan), Luke Prince, Cris Grow, and Karl Stang, discuss making cycling and walking safer and more enjoyable in Manitou Springs and the surrounding area. The episode covers various trans…
- 32: What Every Motorist and Cyclist Needs to Know
This episode discusses road rules and rights for motorists and cyclists in Colorado Springs, featuring insights from law enforcement and cycling advocates to improve safety for everyone on the road.
- 31: Local Bike Shop Spotlight - Bicycle Experience
This episode features Todd Hood, owner of Bicycle Experience, a veteran-owned mountain bike shop in Colorado Springs. The shop offers a variety of bikes, services, and caters to all cyclist types, with a special focus on mountain biking.
- 30: Club Spotlight - Manitou Spokes
The Manitou Spokes is a cycling club founded in 2009 that meets on Tuesdays. They offer various ride options including road and mountain biking, followed by social gatherings at local breweries or bars. The club emphasizes community and in…
- 29: Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Association COSMBA
The Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Association (COSMBA), formed two years ago, is significantly improving mountain biking trails in Colorado Springs. Host Torie Giffin speaks with COSMBA
- 28: Club Spotlight: Southern Colorado Velo
This episode of Pedal The Springs spotlights Southern Colorado Velo (SOCO Velo), a club for road and gravel biking established in 2010. Hosts Torie Giffin interview board members Kimberly Trogdon and Sarah Roueche about the club's inclusiv…
- 27 2024 Rampart Rager Post Ride Wrap Up
This episode features a post-ride discussion of the 8th Annual Rampart Rager, a Regional Gravel Hillclimb Championship. Host Torie Giffin interviews co-organizer Daniel Matheny about the event, course, participants, and more.
- 26: Club Spotlight: Live Audience with the Colorado Springs Cycling Club
Pedal The Springs features a live recording with the Colorado Springs Cycling Club, the longest-running cycling club in the area. Guests include board members and past presidents, who discuss the club's 37-year history, diverse rides, advo…
- 25: Local Rider Spotlight - Erik Newsholme Race Across America Winner
This episode features local ultra cyclist Erik Newsholme, who won the 2021 Race Across America. He discusses the immense physical and logistical challenges of the race, including consuming 68 gallons of water and 120,000 calories over 12 d…
- 24: Local Bike Shop Spotlight: Old Town Bike Shop
This episode spotlights Old Town Bike Shop, a Colorado Springs business serving the community for 48 years with bike sales, service, and a commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. It features interviews with owner…
- 23: Coach Spotlight - Matheny Endurance
This episode features Daniel Matheny of Matheny Endurance, discussing his extensive coaching experience with athletes of all levels. Matheny shares insights into his services, including custom training plans and race day support, as well a…
- 22: Local Bike Shop Spotlight – Ted’s Bicycles
This episode of Pedal the Springs spotlights Ted's Bicycles, the oldest independently-owned bike shop in Colorado Springs. It highlights the shop
- 21: Club Spotlight - Ride with Our Tribe: Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe
This episode of Pedal The Springs features the Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe, a cycling club based at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. They offer free weekly community rides, including a Saturday recreational ride and a Monday tour of Garden o…
- 20: Cycling with the Santas
This episode of Pedal the Springs discusses the Annual Cycling Santa & Chasing Santa 5k, a community bike ride event. It covers the event
- 19: Where Your Grit Meets the Gravel: Race the Rampart Rager
This episode of Pedal The Springs discusses the Buffalo Lodge Rampart Rager, a Colorado gravel race founded in 2015. It features significant climbing, a $2,500 prize purse split equally between men and women, and highlights from local orga…
- 18: Join the Starlight Spectacular Nighttime Ride in the Garden
The 27th annual Starlight Spectacular in Colorado Springs, the city's longest-running ride, features costumes, lighted bikes, and night biking in the Garden of the Gods. This episode includes discussions with local advocates about this yea…
- 17 Join the Bike to Work Day Breakfast & Celebration
Episode 17 of Pedal The Springs discusses the annual Bike to Work Day Breakfast & Celebration in Colorado Springs, an event promoting cycling for community and air quality benefits. The episode features organizers and participants sharing…
- 16 The Next Gen! Junior Cycling in the Springs
This episode of Pedal the Springs discusses the advantages of junior mountain biking teams, including skill development, camaraderie, and life success. Guests include teens, parents, and coaches from the Front Rangers Junior Mountain Bikin…
- 15 Twisted Spoke CBD for Cyclists
In this episode of Pedal the Springs, host Torie Giffin interviews co-owner Gabe Kane and intern Gina Harvey from the Colorado Springs-based company Twisted Spoke CBD. They discuss their range of CBD products formulated for cyclists and th…
- 14 Getting Gnarly in the Springs
This episode features Connor Bestwick and Tim Schardt, owners of Gnarly B’s and Paper Street Shuttle. They discuss their new bike shop in Colorado Springs, which offers sales, service, guided rides, shuttles, and classes, along with their…
- 13 Cycle to the Summit of America’s Mountain
The Pedal The Springs podcast covers the Broadmoor Cycle to the Summit, an annual Pikes Peak bicycle race. This episode features insights from race directors and local e-bike experts on preparation and new race details.
- 12 719 Ride - A Homegrown Cycling Challenge of Epic Proportions
This episode discusses the 719 Ride, a cycling challenge in Colorado Springs known for its difficulty and climbing. The event offers various distances, caters to different bike types, and includes a timed section with prizes. Information o…
- 11 SRAM and the Power of Bicycles
This episode of Pedal The Springs features a conversation with SRAM's Chris Negrete and Molly Murrow about the company's role beyond manufacturing bike parts. They discuss SRAM's commitment to building cycling communities worldwide, highli…
- 10 Winter Biking Tips
This episode of Pedal The Springs offers tips for winter biking. Experts discuss essential gear, food, and preparation needed to continue cycling when temperatures drop, along with recommendations for winter riding routes.
- 9 That eBike Smile!
This episode of Pedal The Springs explores the electric bike scene in Colorado Springs, detailing ebike share programs, delivery services, and local trails. It features insights from PikeRide and Rocke Mountain Bikes, offering discounts fo…
- 8 School for Bike Mechanics
Pedal The Springs episode 8 features insights from the director, an instructor, and a student of the U of Q school for bike mechanics in Colorado Springs. They share perspectives on the program and how to attend.
- 7 High Altitude Advantage
Host Torie Giffin interviews professional cyclists Jamol Eastman and Edwin Sutherland along with their coach Andy Sparks about training in Colorado Springs. The discussion covers the benefits of training at high altitude and the local faci…
- 6 Creating Community with Bikes & Beer: Trails End Taproom & Routes Outfitter
This episode features Kevin Weise of Trails End Taproom and Jason Messy of Routes Outfitter, discussing the Trails End Trailblazers club which organizes weekly group rides and hikes from the taproom to Red Rock Canyon Open Space. The conve…
- 5 Urban Trails
Host Torie Giffin discusses the urban trails of Colorado Springs, including the Legacy Loop and Shooks Run, with guests Allen Beauchamp, Emily Duncan, and Andrew Vanderwag.
- 4 Special Feature: The Pikes Peak APEX
The Pikes Peak APEX Challenge is a significant mountain biking event in Colorado Springs, offering a four-stage race with a $50,000 prize purse. Discussions with race organizers, sponsors, and local advocacy groups highlight its potential…
- 3 Mountain Biking Mecca
This episode explores the mountain biking scene in Colorado Springs, featuring insights from local trail builders and cyclists. Participants discuss available trails, terrain variety, and future developments aimed at establishing the city…
- 2 Local Bike Biz Meet: Nic Ponsor & Daniel Byrd
Pedal The Springs features Nic Ponsor of Criterium Bicycles discussing his shop's growth and Daniel Byrd of Kids on Bikes discussing their youth cycling empowerment programs.
- 1 Rocky Mountain Rides
In this episode of Pedal The Springs, local cycling enthusiasts, including mountain bikers and a trail builder, discuss the diverse cycling opportunities in the Colorado Springs area. They share what they love about cycling in the region.