Episode 118 - A New Addition to the Family

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Simply Bicycles. For those who are passionate about anything and everything bicycles and cycling. Brad and Kevin ask the questions that usually matter (but often times really don't) and whenever possible bring in the experts to sort out their confusion. They're just a couple of chuckleheads easily distracted by shiny objects who need things explained to them like they are well developed toddlers. If you've forgotten how to have fun with bicycles then this show isn't for you. Our shows lean towards gravel, bikepacking, mountain biking and other adventure formats but anything can happen.

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Episode 118 - A New Addition to the Family

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1 month ago

Episode 118 - A New Addition to the Family

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Shiftless Episode 118: The Launch of the Shiftless Mobile and Controversies in CyclingIn episode 118 of the Shiftless podcast, the hosts record from a new location: the Shiftless Mobile, a newly acquired window van designed for camping and content creation. They discuss the van's features, the additions they plan to make, and its future uses, including potential support for their point-to-point adventures like the RAT 1000.

The conversation shifts to significant topics in the cycling world, including the controversial inclusion of e-bikes in competitive gravel races and new UCI gear restrictions aimed at improving rider safety.

Detailed insights are provided into how these regulations may impact the future of cycling and the debates they have generated. Listener emails are read out, adding various perspectives to the discussion.00:00 Introduction and Sound Check00:37 Welcome to Shiftless Episode 11800:56 Recording in a New Location02:15 Weather and Environment03:16 Introducing the Shiftless Mobile04:07 Van Features and Upgrades05:17 Camping and Travel Plans07:41 Van Conversion Details09:54 Podcasting and Future Uses21:15 Event Planning and Community35:29 Tech Talk and Gear Reviews41:13 Exploring Fitness Trackers: Whoop vs. Fitbit41:46 Heart Rate Monitors: Wrist vs. Chest Straps42:27 The Importance of Accurate Heart Rate Tracking44:31 Choosing the Right Heart Rate Monitor45:27 Firmware Issues with Wahoo and Garmin46:53 Kros Heart Rate Monitors: Features and Benefits53:22 E-Bikes in Gravel Racing: Controversy and Impact58:45 Preparing for the Rat: Gear and Strategy01:08:02 UCI Gearing Restrictions: Safety or Unfair Advantage?01:35:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans