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The Stable Cyclist is a place where we gather to talk about bikes (mostly MTB), mentality and Mental Health. Come with as the host JP, invites you in to conversations with people he’s met over the years. We won’t have stories about how to train or how to win a bike race here. Instead we’ll hear about what goes on in these athlete’s minds and sometimes we’ll even dive into the deep end of the pool and talk about mental health
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This week’s guest is Kait Boyle, one of the most respected names in ultra-endurance mountain biking. Kait’s journey is one of transformation — from her early days in outdoor education to becoming a professional MTB racer and 24-Hour World Champion. She shares what drew her to the world of endurance riding, how it shaped her view on challenge and gr…
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An inspiring podcast episode featuring renowned broadcaster and campaigner Richard Vobes as he discusses his latest book, “Biggleswick – The Town That Wouldn’t Comply.” In this thought-provoking talk, Richard explores the possibility of escaping governmental control by moving to the land to grow food and live independently. Recorded at the Changing…
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This week’s guest is Maddy Nutt (@maddy_nutt) a British professional gravel racer who just represented Team Great Britain at the UCI Gravel World Championships. Joining me from London, Maddy reflects on her incredible 2024 season and the journey that led her from a traditional job to racing full-time across the globe. We dive deep into identity on …
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This week on The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP welcomes Alexis Cartier, the Canadian gravel racer redefining what it means to commit to a cause. A professional rider from Montreal and passionate advocate for climate action, Alexis has made headlines this year by choosing to ride his bike to every race in the LifeTime Grand Prix, rather than flying or …
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In this special episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP sits down with gravel cycling’s photography star, Tilly Shull. Known for her stunning imagery and storytelling from inside the LifeTime Grand Prix, Tilly shares what life is really like behind the lens at some of the biggest gravel events in the world. She and JP talk about the intensity and…
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In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP is joined by professional gravel racer Justin McQuerry. Justin shares his journey from chasing a spot in the WorldTour to finding his home in the thriving world of gravel racing. Along the way, he opens up about the highs and lows of pursuing a career in cycling, and how the sport has evolved to pro…
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In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP is joined by the one and only Holy Spirit of Gravel — one of the most unique and recognizable voices in the gravel community. What began as a fun, anonymous account built on wit and cycling passion has quickly become a movement. The Spirit shares her story of how she fell in love with gravel, why sh…
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This week on The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP sits down with Trey Shepard — one half of the duo behind the viral bike build channel, The Bicycle Station. Alongside Jesse Smith, Trey has helped launch the channel into one of the fastest-growing platforms in the gravel cycling scene. JP and Trey dive into the “holy crap” moment at Unbound when it felt …
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Innokenty Zavyalov is a former professional road and gravel racer from Minneapolis, MN. After a career on the road, Inno made the move to gravel in the post pandemic era. He found quick results and big success but along the way he felt lost and ultimately, last year walked away from the sport. This is a tremendous conversation recorded in person in…
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After six years chasing the MDH100, I crossed the finish line in tears — not because it was over, but because the dream was finally real. But here’s the truth: once the glow fades, the post-race crash can creep in fast. If you’re not careful, that fog can pull you into depression — and I’ve been there. In this episode of Bootleg Miles, I share the …
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Kathryn Taylor is the visionary founder behind Girls Gone Gravel, a groundbreaking community that connects and empowers women cyclists around the world. In this episode, Kathryn shares the origin story of Girls Gone Gravel — from starting a simple Instagram account to leading a thriving movement with events, online groups, and thousands of members.…
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Director of Photography Aaron Haugen sits down with JP and Derek to talk about their race at the Maah Daah Hey 100 on August 2nd. The trio talks about what went well, what their low points were and why the race is so hard. But they also talk a lot about the value of friends and community and how the race weekend and their experience together galvan…
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🚨 Content Warning: This episode includes open discussions about mental health, emotional struggles, and contains strong language. Please listen with care. Brad Huff is a decorated American cyclist known for his sprinting power, charisma, and relentless work ethic. With a career spanning teams like Jelly Belly and Rally Pro Cycling, Brad was a fan f…
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When I started working on the Back to the Start project back in 2023, Adam Saban and I crossed paths. He offered his services to me for free as a coach. His guidance and support have been really important in me getting to this starting line. So I wanted to talk about some of the things we did. How we moved very slowly at first but in a way that als…
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Joe Goettl is more than just a professional gravel racer—he’s a storyteller, a survivor of chronic pain, and one of the sport’s rising media talents. In this episode, JP sits down with Joe to explore his unique path from a promising young runner in Minnesota to the harsh realities of long-term injury and physical setbacks. After years of battling c…
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Matthew Fisher is the leader of the Dallas-Fort Worth chapter of All Bodies on Bikes. In this episode, Matt and JP talk about the difficulty of entry into the bike world for non-traditional individuals, how to ask the right questions at a bike shop to find the bike for you and the unmet dream of racing The Mid South. https://www.allbodiesonbikes.co…
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Watch Chase's Latest Off the Front Episode about the Lutsen 99er: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3zEu0R_3RM&t=158s In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, Chase Wark joins JP to field listener and viewers questions shortly after Chase's big win at the Lutsen 99er. They cover everything from training as parents to tattoos, from music to bak…
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Spencer Martin is widely considered one of the sharpest minds in modern cycling analysis. As the creator of the Beyond the Peloton newsletter and podcast, Spencer has built a loyal following for his data-driven, narrative-rich takes on the world’s biggest races. He’s also the producer behind The Move, the popular WEDU podcast hosted by Lance Armstr…
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In this episode of the Bootleg Miles, JP goes to Lutsen, MN where he is about to film the Lutsen 99er for the next episode of Off the Front, his series about Chase Wark. But JP wants to share something much more personal. On this ride, he shares how listmaking transformed his life after being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder in 2020. JP outlines how…
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Learn more about Dirt Camp Racing: https://www.dirtcampracing.com/ Carson Beckett is the current Elite Marathon National Champion and is preparing to defend his title at Carvin’s Cove in Roanoke, Virginia. In this episode, Carson sits down with JP to unpack the journey to becoming a national champion—what it meant to chase the stars-and-stripes jer…
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Mental Health Project : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-stable-cyclist-maah-daah-hey-film-3/x/33398252#/ ROAR: https://tinyurl.com/jw3kmn2b NEXT LEVEL: https://tinyurl.com/yms3ue6c In this week's episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP sits down with Selene Yeager—known to many as the FitChick from Bicycling magazine and more recently as a…
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Mental Health Project : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-stable-cyclist-maah-daah-hey-film-3/x/33398252#/ Chase Wark Docu-Series : https://youtu.be/lxHdcdeQ7Bk?si=Rue4xkplPKh7psJQ How much has your life changed in the last year? One year ago, I met Chase Wark and was struggling to find my rhythm with the podcast and with my projects. Fast for…
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Mental Health Project : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-stable-cyclist-maah-daah-hey-film-3/x/33398252#/ This week on The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP sits down with Crystal Kovacs—founder and driving force behind Dirt Squad Cycling—for a heartfelt and honest conversation recorded live at the 2025 Unbound Expo. Crystal opens up about her perso…
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Mental Health Project : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-stable-cyclist-maah-daah-hey-film-3/x/33398252#/ Chase Wark Docu-Series : https://youtu.be/lxHdcdeQ7Bk?si=Rue4xkplPKh7psJQ In this episode, I return to the Badlands Gravel Battle—the race that unknowingly changed the trajectory of my life back in 2018. That year, I arrived unknowingly b…
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Mental Health Project : https://igg.me/at/lKG7bQK7eJc/x/33398252#/ Chase Wark Docu-Series : https://youtu.be/lxHdcdeQ7Bk?si=rdpFwJj8MJeIPN6D In this deeply personal and emotionally charged episode, recorded inside Merchant Cycles in Emporia, Kansas just before Unbound 2025, host John Peter sits down with Bobby Wintle—race director of the legendary …
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What happens when a pro cyclist walks away at the top? Ian Boswell joins us for a deep and honest conversation about his years with Team Sky and Katusha, the toll of concussions, and the identity crisis that followed his Unbound Gravel win. In this vulnerable episode, Ian opens up about leaving WorldTour racing, redefining success off the podium, a…
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In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, ultra-endurance legend Logan Kasper reflects on the highs, lows, and honest truths of his racing career. From winning Unbound XL to setting the Eastern Divide FKT, Logan has carved out a reputation as one of gravel’s most driven and underrated riders. But what happens after a win at one of the sport’s …
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Mental Health Project: https://tinyurl.com/me5h4zme Maah Daah Hey: https://tinyurl.com/bddhjse4 Maah Daah Hey: TOGETHER: https://tinyurl.com/369c6an9 Silca Blog: https://tinyurl.com/265pa7pz Bankruptcy Bike Build: https://tinyurl.com/tnak2svs Silca Support for Mental Health Project: https://tinyurl.com/me5h4zme Two weeks ago at Granny’s Gravel Grin…
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Amanda Nauman Sheek is being inducted into the Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame—but her biggest wins aren’t just on paper. In this episode, Amanda reflects on what’s truly defined her career: not just Unbound and MidSouth victories, but the behind-the-scenes support, mentorship, and community that made those moments possible. As she prepares for her Hal…
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In this emergency episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, we dive deep into the power of storytelling with Germany’s gravel media mastermind Thomas Euler. Known for his work on the Aut-Said Gravel and Gracing podcasts alongside Paul Voss, his writing on the Gravel Stack Substack, and published feature in Escape Collective, Thomas brings a unique med…
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Pete Stetina is one of the most passionate figures in American cycling especially when it comes to the discipline of gravel. In this deeply personal episode of The Gravel Gospel, Pete opens up about the long road from WorldTour stardom to gravel salvation. We revisit his days riding with some of the biggest teams in the world, including helping Ryd…
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What happens when you show up to race... but miss the start because you're filming the race director for a documentary? That’s exactly what went down at Granny’s Gravel Grinder, a Central Minnesota gravel race hosted by Chase Wark and Wark's Cycling Services. With over 400 riders across multiple distances, the event brought big community energy, ro…
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In this special Gravel Gospel episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, JP welcomes one of gravel cycling’s most respected voices—Ben Delaney. With a journalism résumé that includes VeloNews, CyclingNews, BikeRadar, Outside, CyclingTips, Cycling Weekly, and Cyclist, Ben has shaped how we talk about bikes for nearly two decades. Now forging his own pat…
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In the month of May, we will be taking everyone on a journey through the Gravel Gospel as we anticipate Unbound. Instead of our normal 2-3 guests, JP sits down with gravel evangelists Ben Delaney, Amanda Nauman-Sheek, Pete Stetina, Logan Kasper and Ian Boswell. And if we say our prayers correctly we may even be in for a massive surprise or two late…
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HERE IS WHERE YOU CAN JOIN THE MOVEMENT: https://igg.me/at/lKG7bQK7eJc/x/33398252#/ In this episode of The Bootleg Miles, JP shares an exciting development: the next installment in the Maah Daah Hey film series, Back to the Start, is underway. This project delves deeper into the intertwining paths of cycling and mental health, offering a narrative …
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In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, I sit down with Colleen Maher, whose rise in gravel racing is nothing short of incredible. Just three years ago, she was a self-proclaimed couch potato—now, she’s a national champion. We discuss her rapid ascension in the sport, what it’s like to experience so much success so quickly, and how that can …
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In this episode of The Bootleg Miles, I’m finally telling the full story of my love for the Bonk Bros. But this is more than just fanboy appreciation. This is a story about the kindness of strangers, unsolicited support and finding your way back after everything falls apart. In the midst of a massive mental health project in 2023, I had a devastati…
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In this episode of Bootleg Miles, JP opens up about something far harder than finishing a grueling 100-mile mountain bike race: asking for help with his mental health. As a teacher, filmmaker, and endurance athlete living with Bipolar Disorder, JP reflects on the fears that held him back from getting help — and the life-changing shift that happened…
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Kelly Jones is a two-time national champion in eSports and eMTB, but her path to the top was anything but typical. In this powerful episode, she shares her journey from growing up in England to moving to the U.S. at 15, and how a snowboarding accident changed the course of her life. For the first time, Kelly talks about how that injury led to a lon…
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Welcome to the first episode of The Bootleg Miles. Where we'll all come along on the journey this year as I look to finish the 3rd film in the Maah Daah Hey Film Series. This week, we'll start by looking back at the premiere tour for Maah Daah Hey: Together and the moment a room full of strangers became something much more. From Knoxville, TN to Fa…
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Running through the spring and the summer, The Stable Cyclist presents a new mini-series within The Stable Cyclist's feed: The Bootleg Miles. This new series will focus on JP and his stories as he prepares to film the 3rd film in the Maah Daah Hey Series, a mental health film about his own journey. This won't be a BTS style show though. JP will tak…
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In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, I sit down with James Huang, one of the most respected voices in cycling tech. James now runs N-1, his Substack dedicated to honest, unbiased bike reviews, but his career has taken him through some of the biggest names in cycling media. We discuss his journey, the importance of integrity in product rev…
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Six weeks. That’s all the time Hannah Simms and her father, Kevin Simms, had to prepare for one of the toughest mountain bike stage races in the world—the Cape Epic. When Hannah unexpectedly won an entry through an Instagram contest, the father-daughter duo jumped at the chance to take on the grueling multi-day race in South Africa. Despite the sho…
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In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, I sit down with professional enduro and marathon XC racer Abigail Snyder, who I first met at the Maah Daah Hey: Together premiere in Roanoke. Abigail shares her journey in the sport and her work to lower the barriers of entry for women in mountain biking. But beyond her racing career, she opens up abou…
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This episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast is all about you—our listeners! In our first ASK JP ANYTHING episode of 2025, I tackle your questions about everything from best bar tape to podcasting to filmmaking to life itself. Why didn’t I dig into the break-up drama of previous guests when we talk about their relationships ending? Why do we have in-…
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In this captivating lecture from Changing Times, researcher and international speaker Alan Foster delves into the intricate world of UFOs, consciousness, and the evolving discourse surrounding these enigmatic phenomena. The discussion commences with personal anecdotes and historical sightings, providing a solid foundation for exploring the profound…
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In this special collaborative episode between King of the Ride Podcast and The Stable Cyclist Podcast, I sit down with Ted King and Chase Wark to talk about their unforgettable weekend at MidSouth. Just as the event was about to kick off, devastating wildfires swept through Stillwater, OK, destroying homes and forcing the race’s cancellation. But i…
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In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, I sit down with Kerry Werner to talk about the arc of his career from XCO MTB to Cyclocross to his transition to racing gravel. We also talk about major life changes that have reshaped his identity. Kerry opens up about what it was like to lose his job as a pro cyclist while going through a divorce in …
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