The Guitar Ted Podcast

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #35 "The Year In Review" In this episode the guys wanted to thank you- the listeners, for a great 2023. Then they recap what they feel were the big stories of 2024 in cycling and gravel riding and racing. They also cover a few of the top episodes of the season. The Guitar Ted Podcast will be taking a break until 2024 when we will be back to kick off season...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #33 1/3rd "Tips On Trips By Bike" Show Notes: N.Y. Roll and Guitar Ted have a conversation on tips and strategies for taking a trip by bicycle, be that to a job or for a multi-day, cross country tour. There is some discussion at the end about Tumbleweed's new Big Dipper flared drop bar. _______________________________________________ Links: Guitar Ted&#...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #33 - "Alternative Routes" featuring an interview with Bryan Hansel In this episode we take a look at the alternatives to "Gravel™". the ways we use our bicycles that are not strictly "gravel" but may be done on a gravel bike. We talk to Bryan Hansel, a resident on Minnesota who gives us the 411 on a new bikepacking opportunity in Northe...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #32: "The End Of The Age of Gravel" Sponsored by The Spinistry In this episode Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll discuss how and who/what you should nominate to the Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame. They ask the question, "Is this the end of the Age of Gravel?" Then they discuss bicycle industry woes, cameras for cyclists, and there is the Gravel Amplifier as w...

The Guitar Ted Podcast "Interview With Matt & Jason From Gravel Worlds Episode #31 Sponsored by The Spinistry In this episode N.Y. Roll and Guitar Ted welcome in Jason Strobehn and Matt Gersib from the Gravel Worlds team for a brief chat. Guitar Ted has opinions about gravel bikes afterward. This episode was stitched together and may seem a bit disjointed. We apologize for the rough edit,...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #30: "Goodbye Cross Check!" Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll spend a little time looking at the impact on gravel cycling that Surly's Cross Check model had. There is a bit of hub talk. Plus the Gravel Amplifier segment and who likes vinegar on French fries! Show Notes: Guitar Ted's post on the Cross Check: HERE ______________________________________________...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #29 "Single Speed Gravel - Part Two" sponsored by CORE4 The guys got an overwhelming reaction to the first single speed episode and in this episode they tackle a lot of the questions they received. That plus gab about a 20K eGravel bike, and the Gravel Amplifier, all here for your listening enjoyment. CORE4 2024 Registration HERE ! Contact: g.ted.production...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #28: "Learning From A Beginner" In this episode Guitar Ted sits down with a new-to-gravel rider, Morgan Osgood, and gets her perspective on what it is like to be a new-to-gravel rider at an event. We also learn about what Morgan sees as being important to be a welcoming community in cycling in general and gravel riding specifically. Episode Segments: Intro...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #27: Single Speed Gravel In this episode Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll talk all things single speed and gravel riding. From why you might consider a single speed to how to use single speed bikes, set up, and even their dream builds for a single speed bike. ________________________________________________________ Contact: g.ted.productions@gmail.com

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #26 "Thoughts On GRX 12 And Bolts" In this episode Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll discuss the recently released Shimano GRX 12 speed components and bolts for racks. Really! And it is our first outdoor recording! This episode is dedicated to Jay Petervary. Get well soon! Links: Contact: g.ted.productions@gmail.com __________________________________________________...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #25 - Sponsored by CORE4 In this episode Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll cover how to be a good event participant from the viewpoint of an event promoter. Plus N.Y. Roll gives his CORE4 experience, the guys talk about the effects of the event on the Iowa City area, and there is the Gravel Amplifier segment. CORE4 link: https://www.core4.bike/ Links: Guitar Ted Productions b...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #24: "Two Distinct Worlds" Sponsored by CORE4 Show Notes: In this episode your hosts Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll discuss the differences between the UCI's version of a gravel World Championships and the Pirate Cycling League's version. You also get the Gravel Amplifier segment, Gravel History With Guitar Ted, and some discussion about what ultra-distan...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #23: "Hot Weather Riding Tips" - Sponsored by CORE4 Show Notes: In this episode Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll share some of the tips and strategies they have utilized to overcome the challenges of riding in hot, humid weather. They also cover some "insider" news regarding the way brands do marketing, and they cover news in the "Review Round-Up&quo...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #22 "Cycling Is Too Expensive" Presented by CORE4 Show Notes: In this episode N.Y. Roll and Guitar Ted talk about the reasons why cycling has become so expensive that it is exclusionary. They also cover some news in the gravel scene, share an event for the Gravel Amplifier segment, and Guitar Ted goes off on a rant at the end. You'll want to hear this!...

The Guitar Ted Podcast is sponsored by CORE4 Your hosts Guitar ted and N.Y. Roll are back again with tips to share regarding tubeless tires and how to deal with rural dog encounters. All this and some chatter about the new social app, Threads, The Beatles, and more! LINKS: CORE4: https://www.core4.bike/ Guitar Ted's Tubeless Tips: Rim Taping & Tire Mounting . Guitar Ted's Tips On Dogs:...

The Guitar Ted Podcast - Episode #20 "Give A Hoot" Sponsored by CORE4 In this episode Guitar Ted forgets what the name of the podcast is and N.Y. Roll goes on a rant about hunting. We even review an off-road event. Have the guys lost their minds? Listen in for this and actual banter about gravel stuff, event production, and dealing with rural residents. Sponsored by CORE4: https://www.co...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #19: "Unbound Unraveling" Sponsored by CORE4 - Show Notes: In this episode Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll cover more of the fall-out stemming from the recently run Unbound Gravel event, philosophy of gravel events (again) and more. But first, you get a Review Round-Up and afterward we get another segment of the Gravel Amplifier. Thanks for checking in! __________...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #18: "The Ethos Of Gravel Events" sponsored by CORE4 In this episode N.Y. Roll is back with Guitar Ted and they dissect the fall-out from the recently held Unbound Gravel event and what that means in a larger sense from a values and culture standpoint in gravel. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Links:...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #17: "GT Riffs On GCHoF & Pro Gravel Racing" presented by The Spinistry In this episode Guitar Ted finds himself flying solo as we mourn the loss of N.Y. Roll's dog, Ella. GT takes up the reins and talks about his recent trip to the 2nd annual Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame ceremonies. Then he riffs on some thoughts regarding Pro's and gravel racin...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Presented by The Spinistry Episode #16 "Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame - Year Two Inductees The Guitar Ted Podcast is sponsored this episode by The Spinistry : https://www.spinistry.net Hit the link to find out about their events, Club Spinistry, and more! ____________________________________________________________________ Show Notes: In this episode Guitar ted and N.Y. R...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Presented by The Spinistry Episode #15: The Bikepacking Episode #15 Show Notes: In this episode G.T. and N.Y. Roll delve back into the bikepacking experiences they have had with certain equipment and styles of gear. There is a Gravel Grinder News segment and, of course, The Gravel Amplifier returns to highlight under-the-radar gravel events. _________________________________...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Presented by The Spinistry: Episode #14 "Interview With Michelle Combs Carithers of the Colesburg Back 4o" Show Notes: In this episode N.Y.Roll and Guitar Ted start out with a discussion of the current rash of deep discounting in the cycling scene. Then they get into a bit on the Chinese bicycle product trends and offerings. Then they get into the interview with Mi...

The Guitar Ted Podcast Episode #13: Slippery When Lubed: Best Chain Lubes - Sponsored by The Spinistry Show Notes: In this episode N.Y. Roll and Guitar Ted share their experiences with chain lubes and what they have had success using. They also get into which grease works well for different applications. Then the guys get into a bit more Sea Otter news including the Salsa Cycles Confluence eBike a...

The Guitar Ted Podcast "Talking About Tires, Self-Support, & Sea Otter News" Episode #12 Sponsored by The Spinistry Show Notes: The episode where Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll talk about the "skinny side" of gravel tires, share some Sea Otter news, and talk about philosophy regarding self-supported gravel and ultra-endurance events. As always, check out our sponsor, The Spinistr...

The Guitar Ted Podcast "The Renegade Gents Race Recap" Episode #11 Presented by The Spinistry Show Notes: In this episode your hosts Guitar Ted and N.Y. Roll go over their experiences in a recent gravel event they both took part in. Check out their takes also on an April Fool's joke that wasn't very funny, a Pro road rider's return as a gravel grinder, and more tire talk all...