The Fat Bike World Championships moves to Wisconsin next January so we invited the race director, Chris Stevens, to come on the show and talk a little bit about the event. You can bet your last gnome that we’ll be there with our whole crew and we hope that all of the fun fat-bike folks from around the globe converge on New Richmond, Wisconsin for a real hootenanny! Fat Bike Worlds Website – www.fatbikeworlds.org Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/fatbikeworlds 1...

Jay Thomas The Levis Trow Mounds Fat Tire Festival is coming right down the pike on September 10-12th. The LMFTF is a celebration of mountain bikes, off-road riding, and of course shenanigans.  Mountain bike festivals like Gnomefest got me back into enjoying the culture of mountain biking, but it can be scary to go to a new trail system and expect to be able to rock on every trail.  So, for this Pneu Podcast, I chatted with Jay Thomas, owner of Roots Mountain Biking.  They help coach...

https://chromagbikes.com/blogs/news/a-minor-threat Maciej and tio gomez talk about how to take kids from the cradle to the trail and eventually answer two listener questions along with the usual ride banter. Toddler to Middle School – What’s the best pathway for the fledgling cyclist? Question 1 Dear Doctor,I enjoyed the new podcast and learned a few new things along the way. I’m an old MTBer, but new to fat bikes. I know tire pressure is important to fat...

We interview the 2021 Fat Bike Birkie Champion – Sonia Pond along with some bike-ride ruminations from tio gomez!

This episode of the Danger Gnome exposes the seedy underbelly of a hedonist bicycle cult called the Bike Black Ribbon Society. Tio Gomez’s guests include Dustin Marsh, Angry Andy, JP, Crazy Chris Daisy, Evan Larssen and various songs from the glorious orchestra called nature. There’s a dose of pure truth that emerges when you lean a bike into a corner at speed.The Bike Black Ribbon Society The Links Levis Mound Fat Tire Festival –...

Maciej, Kyle & Tio Gomez Welcome to our new podcast! This is a show where three (or four) bike shop professionals answer your cycling questions and we’ll also talk a bit about what’s happening in the wild world of bicycles. We’ll discuss everything from the pro cycling tour to e-bikes and everything in between. New Trek Roscoe 29+? The premier episode features mi amigos, Maciej and Kyle and we talk about the results of the Tour de France along with the new Serial 1...

This episode of the Danger Gnome is all about the Best Fat-Bike Tire! I talk with Adam Blake, Angry Andy, and our newest Bike Black Ribbon Test Pilot, Luke Drinkard about their choices for the best fat-bike tires in the universe. There are also some day-to-day ride ruminations to break things up and give the show somewhat of a Tarantino-esque flow. Levis Mound Fat Tire Festival Click the Flyer for more Information Pedal/Paddle New HED/Berd/Onyx Made in MN...

Sven, JK and Tony welcome Spinner to the show to talk Single Speed USA, happening in Maine this year. We chat with Big Sexy as he rolls through Ohio and learn about his experience on the Empire State Trail. Lurking in the background is Sam McMahon and Stu the Pitbull. Also, you may hear a few more expletives in this show than normal. Don’t worry about it! * Why are all beastie boys songs banned at Dukes but all Clutch missives are available m?* ToaD recap?* Missed the RW24...

Show #118  Sven, JK and Tony come to you in this episode of Full Spectrum Cycling, recorded live at the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio, where we welcome your friend and ours, Chewey! Dig this Cheetah eBike from Brevard Bikes! Ken doing the tiny bike thing at FTTM 37 * Fat Tire Tour of Milwaukee Recap* Wizard Staffs Across the Universe* From Stevil – I’d also like to say that if anyone forgot about the holiday this year, there is a lawless contingent in Santa Ana,...

It’s PNEU!!! I’m back with my buddy Marty Johnson of Johnson’s Garden Center in Wichita KS talking ultra-endurance cycling, and fueling the fire by growing your own grub.  Marty is a multi-time Tour Divide finisher, Baja Divide finisher, and former Cannonball 550 record holder.  When he’s not riding a long long way, he’s my Garden Guide and Plant Professor.  Listen to Marty chat about long rides, and then how to grow great fuel. * IG: @gotchile* FB: Marty Johnson*...

For Full Spectrum Cycling #117 Sven, JK and Tony are back in the studio at Everyday Cycles in Riverwest. Seeley Dave joins us on the horn to chat about retiring in the Northwoods and his new website https://lifeaboveeight.com. * See Sven JK and Tony, along with numerous other friends in the Fox 6 news story on the Indeed We Can event for the Wisconsin BikeFed – https://www.fox6now.com/news/indeed-brewing-wisconsin-bike-fed * Sale of Harris Cyclery may hose Sheldonbrown.com?* Seeley...

For episode #116 Sven, Jk and Tony are LIVE at the Indeed We Can event to benefit the Wisconsin BikeFed. We chat with the BikeFed’s Kirsten and Caressa about the organization’s mission and some of the projects they are working on. Sven’s rig for pulling podcast gear! Talkin’ Schmack * Tony rode his e-bike without E! OH MY. Why I like conversion vs turn key.* Purple Chris King Spur Cycle Bell on my Klunker* The Isaac Saga continues. Really.* New episode of Chewey’s Salon...

Show #115  Had to use a backup for this shows the audio isn’t up to our usual standards but it is a great show! Give it a listen! Sven, JK and Tony welcome calls from Jason “Fat Tire Tour of MKE” Manders who fills us in on the 2021 event, Seeley Dave talks about the Borah Epic in Hayward, WI and Big Sexy is getting ready to leave Cape Cod. Talkin’ Schmack * Lake Express voucher arrived!* Mooby’s at Up Down* Indeed We Can Bike Fed –...

Show #114  5/26/21 Talkin’ Schmack * Tony rode his e-bike without E! OH MY. Why I like conversion vs turn key.* Sven is headed to MPLS, AGAIN!* New episode of Chewey’s Salon Chair with BMX Brad on fullspectrumcycling.com – https://fullspectrumcycling.com/cheweys-salon-chair-5-bmx-brad-covid-schwinns-and-hockey-chatter/ * Moving the shop early?? Got a door, now for the POWER!* Buy some stuff to help with the move!* Sam’s Sturdy Bag Designs frame bag is awesome!* Sam’s new Pivot...

Show #113 – 5/21/21 – Sven, JK and Tony come to you this week from the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio  Sven’s Schlick Cycles Klunker Talkin’ Schmack * Sven* Went to Minneapolis* Went to LaCrosse* Went to Decorah* Newish Couch Flambeau EP – Bunny Hideout – 8 songs, 18 minutes!* 12-inch 45rpm* Milwaukee based* Drummer is our neighbor Rusty! Where can we buy the EP?* https://rockhausguitars.com/ * https://couchflambeau.bandcamp.com *...

Show #112 – Sam McMahon (and his dog, Stu) joins Sven, JK and Tony in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio where we check in with Big Sexy in New York. Talkin’ Schmack * CAMBA Trails are open – https://cambatrails.org/all-camba-trails-are-open/ * Sven* Going to Decorah* Going to Minneapolis* Going to LaCrosse* Tony’s pushups?* The Cream City Hostel is going to be a Sober recovery place* Tony* Thudbuster?* Stuck seatpost* Busted Thomson* Full Spectrum Cycling has a website! –...

Chewey was lucky enough to catch the cycling icon Tom “Hurl” Everson just before he finished packing and moving himself and his incredible collection of cycling nostalgia to Portland, OR. He says, “MPLS loss is definitely Portland’s gain! There is so much more I can say about this guy. This is just a snippet of the tales he has to tell, and his insight into the cycling world not everyone gets to see.”

Show #111 – JT joins Sven, JK and Tony in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio for some spirited banter! Talkin’ Schmack * CAMBA Trails are open – https://cambatrails.org/all-camba-trails-are-open/ * ReTodd has passed – Steel is Real, * Paris Catacombs Kick Ass by Antoni Villoni – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drSu3kkwYUE* Going to Decorah* Tony’s pushups* Brompton Bicycle Expands Product Lineup at REI – Nooooo!!! Show Guest – John Trusky Show...

This time on the Pneu Podcast, we wrap up our Women Who Rock series with Amanda Nauman! She’s a Two-time Queen of Kanza, and current holder of the Los Padre Traverse FKT*.  Amanda is an elite CX race, gravel racer, podcaster, and promoter.  Listen up on how she approaches all these different disciplines. *After recording Amanda went back and bested her previous FKT dropping almost two hours off her time, setting the new bar at 8:08:50

John Trusky joins Sven, JK and Tony in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio and we have a chat with Allroy from Ontario and check in with Big Sexy who is in Virginia Beach this week. Talkin’ Schmack * Around the Hood* Black House on Holton* kitchen/Referee @ Tracks* Taco Truck @ Bliffert* Spinner visited this week* Chris From Psychic Derailleur Guest in the next week or two* Shop – https://thepsychicderailleur.com * YouTube –...

Show #109 – Sven, JK and Tony are in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio where we welcome Chewey from Moab and Big Sexy from Ocracoke Island. Talkin’ Schmack * Oshkosh Bike Event* Vienna ave beer garden this Saturday* CAMBA Trail Conditions – https://cambatrails.org/trails/trail-conditions/ * Doom Bars for your Klunker – A COVID story, somewhat – https://www.doombars.com – also, Gomez may have done a story.* Weightless trailer – (hint, it’s electric)...

Show #108 – Joshua Sutton joins Sven, JK and Tony via the Everyday Cycles Call-in-Studio Call-in Line (717-727-2453) and Seeley Dave clues us into the conditions of CAMBA Land. Talkin’ Schmack * Joshua Sutton is opening a new shop in Valpo* If you are in Milwaukee County – A bill has been introduced before the Milwaukee County Board that will significantly limit a safe, healthy outdoor activity in our County Parks: mountain biking....

Show #107 – 4/7/21 – Sven, Tony and JK are, once again in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio talking the usual blathery and taking a call from Big Sexy who is lounging in Myrtle Beach! Talkin’ Schmack * eBikes no longer defined as motor vehicles by the BLM  – https://electricbikeaction.com/e-bikes-no-longer-defined-as-motor-vehicles/ * Decorah Trip* Sarmas on then APe* Other Brother Darryls on the longtail* New shop work* Moved Electric* Tony on the Shark* Kobe In...

Show #106 – 3/31/21 – Sven, JK and Tony are in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio talking their usual schmack and the welcome Seeley Dave Schlabowske to chat AirBNBs in the Northwoods, seedy (not Seeley) bars in NoWis, the prospects of a warm weather fatbike race and CAMBA trail conditions. Talkin’ Schmack * https://www.singletracks.com/mtb-trails/support-backcountry-trails-while-making-new-memories-on-the-backcountry-bike-challenge/* The Plywood Palace – Moquah Bar –...

Join Sven, JK and Tony as they welcome JT and Sam D to the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio and Chewey calls-in to talk about his bone crushing experience recently. FYI, I am writing this post from rather chilly Ephriam on Wisconsin’s Door County Peninsula where I’ve come with nary a bike for a bit of decompression. Sometimes you just have to chill! Podcast Studio coming along. Electric is run, just needs to be tied in. Service Area entrance. Front...