Better with Bikes
On Better With Bikes, we explore the inspiring, unknown, and behind-the-scenes stories of people changing the world with bikes — sometimes in ways, you might not expect. This podcast is our way of pulling back the curtain and giving these extraordinary people a platform to share their perspective on cycling’s unique and varied culture.
Podcasting since 2019 • 28 episodes
Better with Bikes
Latest Episodes
Gone in 60 Minutes: One woman’s quest to smash the Hour Record
Ellen Van Dijk always had a need for speed. Becoming a speed skater at eight and cycling since the age of ten, Ellen has been competing for most of her life. Ultimately Ellen found more success as a cyclist, having become a national cycling cha...
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Episode 27
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30:28
A World Cup in Our Backyard: A Completely Different—and Way More Fun—Approach to Bike Racing
Every fall, thousands come to Trek’s global headquarters in Waterloo, WI, for one weekend to witness riders from all over the world race at the Trek CX Cup. From juniors, to weekend warriors, to the top riders, everyone is welcome at Trek’s CX ...
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Episode 26
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19:46
Valentina Höll: The 2022 World Champion is Just Getting Started
Valentina Höll has been cycling for the better part of her life. Growing up in a rural town in Austria with parents who were avid cyclists, she soon found her way into the sport. Vali's journey began at just the age of three, but it wasn't unti...
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Episode 25
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29:54
The Fight for Mount Diablo: One Man’s Mission to Make an Epic Ride Safer for Cyclists
Each year one hundred and fifty thousand cyclists ride on Mount Diablo. Unfortunately, the risk they take is too familiar to cyclists, motorists, and pedestrians alike; the threat of motor vehicle collisions. Since 2000, Mount Diablo has claime...
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Kiel Reijnen: Riding (And Running) Where the Road Ends
You may not know, but last year, former Trek-Segafredo stand-out turned gravel racer Kiel Reijnen had one of the craziest weeks in sports. Not only did it include running 18 miles (on gravel) after his bike broke down, but he also embarked on a...
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