Cycling Over Sixty

Send Me a Text Message Responding to valuable listener feedback, Tom Butler kicks off this episode of the Cycling Over Sixty Podcast by welcoming his wife, Kelly, back to the microphone. Together, they delve deeper into the nuances of cycling as a couple, offering clarification and insights. Following that, we're honored to host Kari Loya, the author of the moving book, Conversations Across A...

Send Me a Text Message Join Tom Butler on this week's Cycling Over Sixty episode as he contemplates a frugal move that might not be the most enjoyable. He also gives listeners a taste of a significant personal cycling challenge he's preparing for. The episode takes a heartwarming turn when Tom's wife, Kelly, joins him to explore the nuances of being a cycling family. They openly dis...

Send Me a Text Message Ever feel like getting started is the hardest part? Join host Tom Butler on this episode of Cycling Over Sixty as he shares his personal journey of finally kicking off a new meal program, the initial hurdles he faced, and the interesting results he's already noticing. Then, prepare to be inspired by Lisa Watts, author of "Crossing Bridges: What Biking Up the East C...

Send Me a Text Message Two great reasons to tune in to Cycling Over Sixty this week! First, host Tom Butler passionately argues why the Olympic Discovery Trail deserves a spot on your cycling bucket list. Hear his insights and tips from a recent overnight trip that will have you planning your own adventure. Then, Tom connects with Gina Kavesh, a local cycling leader and co-president of the board a...

Send Me a Text Message For this episode, join Tom as he shares a key ingredient in his cycling fitness: joyful miles spent riding alongside his wife, Kelly. Then, we welcome Liz Lunderman, the dynamic new Events Director for Cascade Bicycle Club! Get to know Liz and hear all about the cool new Iron Horse Gravel ride. Discover what it takes to bring a fantastic cycling event to life on a remote tra...

Send Me a Text Message For this episode, host Tom Butler dives into the world of Strava apps. Looking for deeper insights into his training, Tom explores some intriguing options beyond the basics. Whether you're a data enthusiast or just curious to learn more, Tom shares a few apps he discovered. Then, Tom takes listeners along to a meeting with the Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club (TWBC). Tune...

Send Me a Text Message Join host Tom Butler on this week's episode as he gets candid about the ongoing battle to revamp his eating habits – a challenge many people pursuing healthy lifestyles can relate to! Tom also shares his growing excitement for combining his interest in train travel with cycling, dreaming up future adventures that blend scenic rail journeys with exhilarating cycling expl...

Send Me a Text Message It's time for host Tom Butler to give the first look at how he is progressing toward his 2025 goals.  There is good news to report so far.  Tom also give some details on a family trip to experience the Olympic Discover Trail for the first time.  It is a trip he would like to see everyone do.  Tom's guest this week is a podcast listener with a fantastic cycling stor...

Send Me a Text Message Join Tom Butler as Cycling Over Sixty celebrates an exciting milestone: 100 episodes! Tom takes a moment to reflect on the journey so far and share some exciting plans for the future of the podcast. Then, Tom welcomes his friend, Denis Beaulieu, a seasoned physical therapist, to the show. Tom and Denis delve into a personal and insightful conversation about knee injuries and...

Send Me a Text Message Looking for motivation, host Tom Butler jumps into a race on the virtual platform Zwift. The results were surprising and look to open a path for more improvement.  The interview this episode is packed with inspiration as Tom talks with Dianne Iverson and Paul Dutky about their use of a tandem bike to support their cycling journeys. The discussion with them includes their per...

Send Me a Text Message This week on Cycling Over Sixty, host Tom Butler dives into the world of Functional Threshold Power (FTP) testing. He shares his personal experience with his first FTP test and unveils his 6-component plan to ensure reliable and effective fitness tracking. Learn how he plans to use FTP as a key metric for his cycling journey. In a creative twist, Tom welcomes Jesse Ferguson...

Send Me a Text Message Ready to build better habits? This episode of Cycling Over Sixty is for you! Host Tom Butler kicks things off with a lively report from the first group ride of the season, capturing the energy achieve ride goals. But the real focus here is on habit change. Tom shares his personal journey of cycling success over the past two years and connects it to the principles of building...

Send Me a Text Message Join host Tom Butler on this week's Cycling Over Sixty podcast as he grapples with pre-season jitters!  Tom confesses his apprehension about his training (or lack thereof) leading up to the first group ride of the year.  He also makes an announcement about a new step he's taking to address his metabolic dysfunction. This week's guest is Michael Payne, a lifelo...

Send Me a Text Message Join host Tom Butler on this week's episode as he launches "Zwift Thursday," a fantastic way to ride virtually with other podcast listeners. Tom also shares his newfound love for bike swaps. This week's special guest is Bob Anderton, an attorney with decades of experience representing injured cyclists.  He shares his invaluable insights into the legal lan...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode of Cycling Over Sixty, host Tom Butler starts by discussing the results of an unintentional experiment with virtual cycling. He is then joined by mechanical engineer and cycling enthusiast Garren Miler to examine the history and mechanics of non-circular chainrings. They discuss the development and decline of oval chainrings, including the Biopace design. Thi...

Send Me a Text Message Host Tom Butler is back and sharing about his progress to add an upper body strength focus in 2025. This week, Tom is joined by Dr. Wes Youngberg, a clinician with nearly 40 years of experience helping people with metabolic dysfunction, including type 2 diabetes. Dr. Youngberg will share his insights on the latest research and strategies for reversing type 2 diabetes. This e...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode, host Tom Butler delves into the challenges of forming new habits, sharing his personal journey and the incentive strategy he's implementing to reinforce his change of workouts. The conversation this episode is with John Butler, Deputy Director of 2nd Cycle in Tacoma, WA. John shares his connection to the world of cycling and how 2nd Cycle is making a im...

Send Me a Text Message Join host Tom Butler as he kicks off the new year with a renewed focus on his cycling habits. He discusses a disappointing trend that's carried over from the previous year and outlines his plan to break free from it. Then, get ready to be inspired by Bruce Madinger, a  listener who's providing something great for his cycling community. Bruce shares his insights on...

Send Me a Text Message This week on Cycling Over Sixty, we welcome a special guest host to the mic! Join us as we celebrate the cycling accomplishments of Tom Butler in 2024. We'll hear firsthand about his successes and gain valuable insights as we discuss his ambitious goals for the upcoming year. This episode is a testament to the power of positive health choices and how much can be achieve...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode of Cycling Over Sixty, host Tom Butler shares an experiment he conducted on his body. The results were less than ideal and he reminds listeners that the content on the podcast is not meant to be advice. Afterward, Tom embarks on a journey to local bike shops to find ideas for cycling gifts for the holidays. From tech gadgets to stylish apparel, he's got...

Send Me a Text Message Join host Tom Butler as he dives into the free-spirited world of Cranksgiving! Fresh off his first-ever ride, Tom shares his  experience and catches up with the organizers to learn about the history of this unique event. We'll hear from Tom Fucoloro, the founder of Cranksgiving Seattle, who provides insights into how this year's ride compared to previous years. And...

Send Me a Text Message Tom Butler shares a different focus this week on his quest to understand how to take a individualized approach to his health journey. He also reports on his recent experience attending the largest cyclocross event in the world.  And he talks about learning to organize virtual rides for Cycling Over Sixty. Tom is joined this week by a local cycling legend, Lewis Rudd.  Lewis...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode of Cycling Over Sixty, host Tom Butler takes a significant step toward personalized medicine. His initial consultation revealed a health issue that will be his top priority. Tom also introduces a new community initiative: a Zwift group ride with an accompanying Zoom chat room. Joining Tom this week is Joe Brown, co-founder of Methow Cycle and Sport in Winthro...

Send Me a Text Message This week, host Tom Butler reports on his latest bike project: a custom build designed specifically for indoor training. Hear about the unexpected costs and the final product, a sleek machine ready to tackle virtual rides. Tom also shares his passion for bike advocacy and his plans to research strategies for adding bike lanes to local roads. But that's not all! Tom rece...

Send Me a Text Message Join Tom Butler as he delves into a new cycling experience he's considering for the future. Plus, get an update on his health journey as he shares recent lab results and discusses what it means for his foray into personalized medicine. And, Tom reveals a project that could help reduce the hassle of using his indoor trainer. But will it be worth the investment? In this w...