The Packfiller: Cycling Culture & Comedy

Some good emotional and existential things to unpack here. Oh, but rest assured, there are plenty of childish, immature, 'fart joke level' stuff going on here to make you giggle like a ten year old. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're all over the place, but at least you know how a bike feels when it's bars are turned upside down. You're welcome. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First places to read about bike racing, then places to watch bike racing... what's next?!? Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The time old battle of speed versus comfort, with some old school versus "actually a guy who knows what he's talking about" on tonight's episode of The Packfiller. Please note, at no time was the word "versus" used... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's right. Gain some perspective before you go all attacking off the front. A special Halloween episode featuring the "seasoned" members of The Packfiller. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight the Packfiller talks sustainability, environmentalism, and the best last minute cycling Halloween costumes for bike racing fans. No, really. We promise it is funny AF. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trying to figure out what's wrong and what's right with the sport of cycling cannot be handled in one podcast. But, we're going to try. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The season's over, unless you're a crosser... How to maintain, transition, or just hold on until the season comes back. Also, wrist pain along with a dose of bicarbonate. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A toast to the rock star of cycling. Well, the most recent. Also, a review of the most recent childish shenanigans of the show idiots, and a discussion of why the UCI still decides that Europe is the place to host a GRAVEL worlds. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back in 1999, a stay at home dad had an idea... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wow. A lot to unpack here. From a Prologue question that shared a LOT, to the full discussion on the Jumbo Visma "situation in Spain"...All that, and crank length with some saddle sores mixed in. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is a dynasty a good thing? Do we like when a team, or person, continually kicks butt? What if we don't really like them? That, and a sneaky decision on eBikes... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keep it up. Don't stop. You can do it. THE CLASSICS ARE COMING. All that, and some great picks by spendy Paul, and some sex talk with Dr. David. Spoiler alert, we are all going to be okay. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Think of the title as a "where's Waldo" kind of challenge. When you find it, your childhood is over. Also, the panel talks cross actually coming, Paul's Georgian adventure, and what to actually do about next year (already). Recommendations by Jackson this week put things out of the Stone Age. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not like the guy in The Untouchables that says "team" right before being beat over the head with a bat. Well, not really. What makes a team, what doesn't, and a healthy preview of the 2023 Vuelta. OH, and David wants to take bacon away from all of us. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A breakdown of the OG of bike racing weekends. Two days, three stages, 'bad' hotels, great friends, and getting your teeth kicked in. Oh, and Jackson seems to have some demons to wrestle. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What in the worlds?? Summarizing all that the 2023 Worlds means, and the pros and cons of a 'paved cyclocross' parcours. Also, how to figure out what to do next! Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sure, it may seem early, but it is time for the WORLDS! Place your picks, have a listen, and get into the minds of the older Packfiller. Warning, it isn't pretty. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A fifteen year career that earned national championships, grand tours (and stage wins), and a more than great perspective on life both inside and outside of bike racing. Ben King, on The Packfiller Interviews. For more information, look to Oliviaslight.org Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So much in one episode... Le Tour comes to a close, Sam's being mean (but it's funny), a strong case AGAINST bike packing, and some great recommendations in the new Packfiller Picks. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A highly successful week from all of The Packfiller. From vacations and races, to just staying above dirt. Oh, and the TT heard around the world is discussed, along with all of the idiocy that is the human race. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Of course we are discussing week 2 of Le Tour, duh. We also, however, are taking on the challenges of buying bikes and being able to support your local shops versus the "Prime Shopping" opportunities out there that seem to be irresistible. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sure, the physical element is important, but how much does trash talk contribute? How about the fine art of acting that you're not tired? The mental element of cycling. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode, the discussions surrounds the ability (or inability) to wrench properly. Think you're up to speed? Terrified beyond simply lubing the chain? Ready to open a shop or work for a pro team? Well, regardless of your level, Sean Lally has something for your learning development. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Tour preview is here. Teams, dreams, hopes and dopes. You can also play along with our TdF League! Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.