The Packfiller: Cycling Culture & Comedy

The time has arrived. The Tour de France. Need we say more? Oh, we do, and there are a LOT of references to Jack and Aluminum cans... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yep. Ten days to Le Tour. On top of that, we bike raced/fondoed, and have some talks about where things could go. With a special guest from the old days to replace Jack... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cycling is always full of surprises, as well as characters. The season continues to show us that, both on and off road. Perhaps this upcoming docuseries might grab a bigger global audience? Is that a good thing? Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all make mistakes. Sometimes they're even there for others to see. The question is, how do we learn from them, if at all? The Packfiller shares some pretty fun cycling based f-ups for your learning, and listening pleasure.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh off of actually working behind the scenes of multiple bike races, the Packfiller discusses the pros, cons, difficulty, rewards, and overall need for everyone to get on the bike race promotional path. Also, we cover a little race called the Giro d' Italia... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a show about cycling. About living the highs and lows of the simple joys of the bicycle. Here's our take on the full spectrum, and where we are all headed... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We admit, we might have been a bit excited for the Giro, warm weather, beer on tap, and glory days to reminisce. KnightWing tried to calm things down... Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bike racers are an odd bunch. We prepare, perhaps too much. When is enough, simply enough? Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're all in the pink. The Packfiller gets into Grand Tour mode with Giro d' Italia picks and previews, along with some discussions on just how many bikes are needed to make one (and a marriage), happy.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just how good were the 2022 Classics? We will let you know. Oh, and Bike Fit Sam is here to discuss a really bad idea that turned into, well, something kinda good.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roubaix may be over, but we still have the Ardennes are waiting! Also, we, in true Molly fashion, explore all that goes into the art of Panache.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Holy Week (a bit later than usual) comes to it's conclusion. Paris Roubaix. The one and only. Pre race, favorites, and all the gossip needed to wake an American up at 4AM to watch a bunch of skinny humans pedal over roads not meant for pedaling. Oh, and we discuss BS tech advancements being shoved down our throats.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Okay... we know that Roubaix isn't this weekend. We are all going to be okay. Amstel is here. At least we don't live in a world without competitive outlets... or do we? Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is the time. The Classics are in full force, and what better way to gain perspective and excitement than to speak with someone who's actually ridden the greats. Former US Pro Champion, Marty Jemison, on to talk The Classics and beyond.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is time. Let Flanders BEGIN! Oh, and we talk tactics for the rest of us, with a good old round of Yes, No, HELL NO to complete the show.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News, updates on Pat's long list of mistakes, the "dropper post" problem, and what you should or would do as a cyclist in various situations. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buckle up... From choosing the future GOAT of cycling, to attempting to enter the realm of justifiable anger vs. empathy, we try to go there with caution and understanding. Oh, and we finish with some silly BS.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have so many things in common, but what makes us different? What keeps us riding? What decides how and where we ride? All that PLUS all the opinions on the state of Pro Cycling.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The whole gang is here. A bit of seriousness, and some serious questions about Pat's settling into touring. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once upon a time, John Galloway and Chris Sidwells came up with an idea. A cycling magazine for your ears.  Get ready for the Cycling Legends.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes for a "fair" competition in the current world of cheating, doping, and "marginal gains"? What make a gravel race a gravel race? Oh, and who pays the bills? Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't wait until February to be a good person. Cycling is selfish. How can you balance being a cyclist with actually being a contributing member of a relationship? Well, we are here to help.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does suffering in the weather truly make you better? To cyclists in warmer climates TRULY benefit? All that, along with CX Worlds recap, racing is back, and, of course, status on Jack's inability to find a carbon fiber bike with eyelets for fenders. Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the sport just inherently too big of a risk? Has it just become worse over the past few years? Should we all just "chase cartoons"? Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A necessary evil? Avoid it like, well, a plague? Enjoy hours on the trainer? This is the path to enduring all that is winter indoor training.  Sign up for more at Packfiller.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.