For Episode 200 we flip the script, and Pete Taylor takes over as the host, putting your regular host myself, Josh into the hot seat. We dive into the backstory how the Trail EAffect Podcast came to be, a mistake or two that I’ve made along the way along with a whole bunch of other topics that Pete had.

Topics Include:

• The Driftless Dirt / Trail EAffect Podcasts Backstory
• Why Start Trail EAffect
• Where has Trail EAffect taken me
• Biggest Surprises and Mistakes
• Highlights from the show
• Difficulties that have come with the podcast
• Monetization of the show
• Scheduling of the shows, and time invested into the show
• Becoming proficient at podcasting, audio and editing
• Give advice, things I’ve learned through this journey
• The value of Trail Planning and Design
• Advice to Trail Organizations who may be lacking funding
• Favorite places / Little Gems for trail communities
• What does the future of dirt look like
• Thoughts on “expired” golf courses
• The future of dirt
• What’s next
• What Josh looks for in a Trail Community
• Closing Comments

Trail EAffect Show Links:

Vernon Trails: https://vernontrails.com/

Bluedog Cycles: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/

Pertnear 20 Mountain Bike Race: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/pertnear-20-2022

Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/

Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com

KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh

Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh

Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com

Contact Josh at [email protected]

This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services