For the eightieth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon recaps the summer and looks ahead to fall. He kicks things off with a thank you to everyone who made Sloppy Jon’s 2025 a success, from riders and volunteers to NBX Bikes for fueling the ride and providing prizes. Rider donations wentContinue reading "Solo Late Summer Round-Up | IJAH Pod 080"

For the seventy-ninth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, we sit down once again with longtime IJAH member Adam Carroll. This specific episode has been a long time coming — Adam took on Unbound XL back in May, and we finally had the chance to record while driving up to D2R2. HeContinue reading "Unbound XL with Adam Carroll | IJAH Pod 079"

For the latest episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by Amateurs Talking Pros correspondent Hugh Ford for a two-part remote special. First up, they break down the first 10 stages of the 2025 Tour de France—GC shakeups, team tactics, sprint drama, and who’s already blown their shot at yellow. Then in theContinue reading "Ten Stages Deep & Dirty Money in the Peloton with Hugh Ford | IJAH Pod 078"

In episode 077 of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by returning guest and IJAH collective member Norlan Olivo for a conversation about what it means to train when time is tight. They dig into how Norlan is preparing for another run at the Marfa ride, what realistic training looks like forContinue reading "Marfa, Macros, and Making It Work with Norlan Olivo | IJAH Pod 077"

For the seventy-sixth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by friend of the club and returning guest Brian Cauti. Brian’s been on a bit of a journey lately—recovering from a long-term injury, training with the Rhode Island Track Club (yes, running), and opening a pizza shop. In this episode, they talkContinue reading "Placebos, Pain & Pizza with Brian Cauti | IJAH Pod 076"

For the 75th episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, it’s just me — and a whole lot of spring cleaning. In this solo episode, I reflect on my recent Pedal for Progress ride to Washington, DC — a five-day, 500-mile journey that taught me a lot about my limits, my motivation, andContinue reading "Spring Cleaning, Self-Discovery, and the New Garmin Varia Vue – IJAH Podcast 075"

For the 74th episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, I’m joined by Eliza Burke Lawson to talk about something we often take for granted: parks. But as Eliza points out, a park is more than just a patch of green space — it’s a vital part of how we live, connect, and thrive. We dive intoContinue reading "Parks and Their Power with Eliza Lawson | IJAH Pod 074"

For the seventy-third episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon and BSP sit down for a catch-up at the top of the show, diving into Jon’s thoughts on riding in northern Rhode Island since moving. The conversation shifts into helmet talk—what they currently use, how often they replace them, and whether they actuallyContinue reading "Helmet Chat, Creatine, and Pedaling for Progress | IJAH Pod 073"

On this episode of It’s Just A Hill, Jon is joined by Jake Saunders to break down different ways to boost your fitness on the bike. They cover self-coaching strategies, navigating the endless sea of training apps and platforms, and their thoughts on supplements like beta-alanine, creatine, and ketones. Jon also shares some of his goalsContinue reading "Self-Coaching, Ketones, and Training Strategies | IJAH Pod 072"

In the seventy-first episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with Matt Bodziony, owner of NBX Bikes and a returning guest on the show, to discuss the challenges and realities of running a bike shop in 2025. As the cycling industry continues to evolve, small bike shops face increasing pressure fromContinue reading "Talkin’ Shop with Matt Bodziony from NBX | IJAH Pod 071"

For the seventieth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with Jason Behringer from NBX for an engaging conversation about all things bikes. Jason shares his personal cycling journey, starting with his childhood love for the bike. The discussion delves into the period of Jason’s life where cycling took aContinue reading "Single Speeding, Endurance Events, and Local Gravel with Jason Behringer from NBX | IJAH Pod 070"

For the sixty-ninth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon and BSP sit down to talk all things pro cycling as the 2025 season gets underway. From major rider transfers to bold kit designs, they cover it all with their signature mix of humor and insight. But that’s not all—this episode also features aContinue reading "Transfer Market, Reviewing Team Kits, Tour Down Under | IJAH Pod 069"

For the sixty-eighth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon and BSP are back in the new year and they are diving into the nuances of balancing inclusivity in the club. Jon also shares the details on his new gravel bike upgrades—because who doesn’t love some shiny new gear? Then, as winterContinue reading "Balancing Inclusivity, Trainer Season, Cleaning Your Dirty Bike – IJAH Pod 068"

In this episode, Jon and BSP reflect on the Great IJAH Back-Off event and wrap up 2024’s pro cycling season. They dive into some of the biggest off-season transfers, including the buzzworthy Tom Pidcock drama with Ineos and Q36.5, and speculate on what’s ahead for 2025’s Grand Tour team selections. The conversation shifts to selling cycling gear online, covering platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Pinkbike, Geartrade, and local bike shop consignment.Continue reading "Amateurs Talking Pros, Online Selling, Power Meter Calibrating – IJAH Pod 067"

For the sixty-sixth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with John Camara from NBX to dive into his unique journey in the world of cycling. They explore John’s long-standing history with NBX, his passion for building steel bikes right in his backyard, and his thoughtful approach to balancing aestheticsContinue reading "Bike Building with John Camara from NBX – IJAH Pod 066"

For the sixty-fifth episode of the It’s Just a Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon and BSP catch up a bit on each other’s riding and chat about the saga of BSP replacing the fork on his road bike. They dive into Strava’s controversial API changes, discussing how the new restrictions could impact smaller third-party apps andContinue reading "Strava API Changes and Riding at Night – IJAH Pod 065"

For the sixty-fourth episode of the It’s Just a Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by Jason Shuford from NBX. Jason shares insights into his bike shop background, recounting his history with cycling and how it’s shaped his perspective on the sport. He also reveals his favorite spot to ride here in Rhode Island andContinue reading "Bike Shop Backstory and a Mountain Biking Perspective with Jason Shuford from NBX – IJAH Pod 064"

For the sixty-third episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with Ben Stone, service manager and mechanic over at NBX in Narragansett, RI. Ben dives into his background, sharing his journey with bikes—from his early experiences with riding to the way he found his calling in bike mechanics. With aContinue reading "Talking Tech, Marketing Tactics, and Temu Tools with Ben Stone from NBX – IJAH Pod 063"

For the sixty-second episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with Seth Carlson from Rotation Engineering to explore his unique journey from racing cars and bikes to crafting high-performance components for cyclists. Seth shares how his passion for racing evolved into a thriving business, specializing in parts like bottom brackets.Continue reading "Bottom Brackets and Drivetrain Efficiency with Seth Carlson from Rotation Engineering – IJAH Pod 062"

For the sixty-first episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon and BSP sit down to catch up on their current riding routines and personal goals, discussing whether goals need to be structured and the concept of fall fitness as we head toward the colder months. The conversation then takes an interesting turn asContinue reading "Organized Goals, Fall Fitness, Strava Etiquette and Road Worlds 2024 – IJAH Pod 061"