Stoke Podcast

In this episode of Stoke, Quinn Travis takes a deep dive back into the experience of Pinyons and Pines 2026, a brutal and unforgettable journey across Northern Arizona. From the highest highs to the darkest moments deep in the pain cave, this episode is a full recap of the course, the mindset, and everything it took to keep moving forward. Quinn shares stories from the trail, including a surreal e...

In this episode, I sit down with my long time friend, Bridger Hershey to talk about endurance sports, building a business, and finding balance between work and life. We dive into our experience with Hyrox, what it’s like stepping into a new challenge, and the lessons that come from pushing your limits. Bridger also shares insights from his journey and what he’s learned along the way and what he be...

I rode 230 miles into a 400-mile bikepacking race… and then I quit. In this solo episode, I break down my experience at Pinyon and Pines: what went wrong, what I didn’t expect, and the moment I knew I was done. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the reality of pushing limits, dealing with doubt, and learning the hard way. I also share what I’m taking from that experience into this year’s race, and...

In this episode of Stoke Podcast , I sit down with one of my good friends and one of the most creative people I know, Dane Wallace . We talk about Dane’s journey from working a corporate job to taking a leap of faith and building Cry Later , a brand rooted in creativity and honesty, and eventually launching Park Drive Pizza, a take-out pizza operation run straight out of his house, where people or...

This episode features an incredible conversation with Alex Schultz , winner of this year’s Arizona Trail 800 finishing in an unbelievable 9 days and 10 hours! This marks Alex’s third finish in the 800, following his win in 2023 and second-place finish in 2024 , and it also completes his 2025 Triple Crown Challenge . He wrapped up an unbelievable season that included finishing the Tour Divide in 16...

In this episode, I sit down with my 3-year-old daughter Kaya, who just might be the most unpredictable guest the podcast has ever had. We dive into everything from wolves lurking in the forest to the epic saga of potty training, and then straight into completely random detours only a toddler could dream up. It’s hilarious, messy, and surprisingly insightful. Basically, if you’ve ever wondered what...

In this episode, I sit down with Dakota Goosby (@koda.runz) to hear his incredible journey from Couch to Cocodona . We dive into what motivated him to get off the couch and start training for one of the toughest ultramarathons on the planet. We talk about the spiritual side of endurance sports, the reality of bonking, and his big goals for the future. Dakota’s story is raw, honest, and deeply insp...

In this episode, I’m joined by Jake Johansen as we recap our experience racing the 2025 Pinyons and Pines, a grueling bikepacking challenge through Northern Arizona’s rugged terrain with 327 miles of dirt and 27,000 feet of climbing. We ride together (literally and figuratively) through the first 26 hours of the race, covering the highs, lows, and what it’s like pushing through exhaustion in the m...

The Stoke Podcast is back—and we're kicking things off with a warm welcome and talk of endurance, purpose, and community impact from Quinn Travis. In this episode, host Quinn Travis, Executive Director of FLYRS, shares his bold goals for the Pinyons and Pines 340-mile bikepacking race, his first over night ultra-endurance event. From tackling the mental challenge of riding with little to no sl...

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Schultz, an ultra-endurance athlete who took 2nd place in this year's AZT 800 with an impressive time of 8 days, 17 hours, and 50 minutes. Alex shares his philosophy on pushing the limits of human endurance and the mental and physical strategies that fuel his remarkable performances. From tackling extreme cold weather conditions on this year’s race to the emo...

In this episode of Stoke Podcast , we dive into the art of balancing fitness, family, and life. Whether you're aiming to stay fast on the bike or be the best dad and husband you can be, it’s all about finding harmony. Quinn Travis shares 10 practical tips on how to stay fit and healthy without sacrificing quality time with your family. From early morning workouts to including your family in yo...

In this thrilling episode, two podcasters in Flagstaff come together for a conversation that promises to inspire and provoke thought. Stoke Podcast (Quinn) and Endurance Studio (Dylan) join forces for an adventurous discussion about psychedelics, the mental and spiritual side of bike riding, and the transformative power of conversations. Join us as we explore the depths of these fascinating topics...

Join us on an inspiring journey with Tyler Pearce, widely known as the Vegan Cyclist, as we delve into the depths of body image, endurance, and the power of the mind. In this captivating podcast, Tyler shares his personal experiences and insights on how the mind can both deceive and empower us, especially in the realm of long-distance cycling and pushing physical limits. Tyler opens up about his o...

Join us for an inspiring episode as we delve into the world of professional mountain bike and gravel racer, Taylor Lideen. In this captivating conversation, Taylor shares his journey and insights gained from pushing the limits of endurance racing. We delve into Taylor's recent triumphs, including his record-breaking performance alongside Lachlan Morton at the 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo race. D...

Join us on an exhilarating ride through the extraordinary life of Abigail Snyder, professional XC mountain bike racer, as we uncover the thrilling twists and turns of her journey. In this episode, we delve into the unique experiences that have shaped Abigail's path to becoming a fierce competitor on the trails. Before conquering the challenging courses of XC mountain biking, Abigail embarked o...

Welcome to the Stoke Podcast, where we dive deep into the extraordinary stories of individuals who have overcome obstacles and achieved remarkable success. In this episode, we sit down with Kat Cozad, a manifestation coach whose journey started in the same small town in Gunnison Colorado to manifesting a life of abundance is truly inspiring. Kat shares her personal story of growing up in a small t...

In this episode of Stoke Podcast, we embark on an inspiring journey through the rugged wilderness of Colorado's iconic trails with Miron Golfman, a true champion of both the Colorado Trail and mental well-being. Join us as we delve into Miron's incredible bikepacking adventures, his triumphs, and the lessons he's learned about life, sacrifice, and becoming a better human being along the way. Miron...

SO STOKED to introduce Logan Kasper to the Stoke Podcast. Logan just won the Unbound XL which is 350 miles of unreal gravel roads. He completed it in 22 hours and 54 minutes. Logan and I dove into the race, publicity, and his mindset. Something super cool about his journey was the approach he took to certain things that may have been conceived as bad, or time consuming; but Logan took adversity in...

Matt Annabel doesn’t just ride his bike for the fun of it, he rides to overcome adversity. He recently just won the Pinyon and Pines 500 mile bike packing race in Northern Arizona. Matt and the other riders didn’t have it easy on this year's race. There were multiple rain storms that seemed to have lasted 2-3 days, which resulted in a downpour on the landscape making it “death” mud. Matt didn’...

On this episode of the Stoke Podcast I’m honored to introduce Erin Osborne, a professional cyclist, founder of Tandem Tutoring, coach to young cyclists, Prescott local, overall badass. With everything she is taking on, she recently took 5th overall in the Whiskey 50 which is a HUGE accomplishment after racing the Sea Otter Classic the weekend before. We discuss mental block, mindset, and trusting...

Chad Berentsen and I talk about TRAINING in today's episode. This conversation is super important, because no matter what level you are at, any kind of training is good training. Whether you have a race on the schedule, bike packing adventure, or you just want to boost your overall fitness, this is the episode for you. We dive into heart rate zones, power meters, FTP (functional threshold powe...

Jesse Reeves and Dana Ernst describe their epic 400 mile bike packing race. Although this is a solo effort, these two had no idea they would meet, and ride almost 300 miles together through Southern California. Listening to these two describing their "cat and mouse" chase with each other with almost no sleep tired me out. These two didn't wait for each-other, it was drop and catch fo...

Ian O'banion just completed the Grand Traverse which is one of the craziest races ever. This back country ski race stretches across harsh Colorado tundra, high peaks, and brisk temperatures. He started at 12am, and began his journey in the darkness of the Crested Butte Valley. Ian explains his experience and how amazing it truly was. On the outside, it might seem extreme, or maybe crazy. But t...

On this episode of the Stoke Podcast, Chad and I discuss what it takes to become a professional cyclist and the sacrifices you have to make in order to perform at the highest level. Him and I connect on a lot of levels in regards to being new Dads, so we covered Dad stuff. We also dive into Chad's conflicts with alcohol and how he has shifted his lifestyle in a direction towards sobriety, health a...

Gregg Dunham is an ultra cyclist who pushes the limits of what’s “normal”. Gregg was born with a rare condition called spina bifida which means his spinal cord was outside of his spinal column. Although he faces some nerve problems, he still manages to exceed the limits of an average cyclist. Gregg explains how trauma (mental, emotional, or physical) forges us as individuals. We are stronger, kind...