Dive into this episode where Brian and Joey unveil their exciting new community platform, GTD After Hours, built on Discord. Discover how they're fostering a genuine connection among gravel biking fans, bikepackers, and adventurers, moving beyond traditional social media.

Main Topics:

- The evolution from Patreon to a dedicated Discord community

- Building a vetted, spam-free, and engaging online space

- How to join and participate in the GTD After Hours server

- Features of the Discord setup, channels, and community guidelines

- Supporting creators and the value of community-driven content

- Upcoming meetups, ride reports, and community events

- How this platform aims to replace doom scrolling with meaningful engagement

- Technical tips for joining and using Discord effectively

In this episode:

Brian and Joey share the backstory and motivation behind launching the community

Details on how to support for only $5/month via LaunchPass

The significance of creating a curated space without politics or negativity

A tour of the channels, from gear, ride reports, to event calendars

Special perks for early supporters, including free gravel-themed shirts and stickers

Tips on setting up your Discord account and troubleshooting access

The vision for this community to grow into a hub for adventure bikers and gravel enthusiasts