Prepare for a pedal-powered adventure as we ride alongside local cycling legend Jason Waddell. From a childhood playing sports to the thrill of pedaling past the finish line as a top-tier cyclist, Jason's journey is nothing short of inspirational. With an unwavering passion for the sport coursing through his veins, Jason shares with us his relentless pursuit of his dream, and the sacrifices he made along the way.

Join us as Jason narrates the formation of the Mathis Brothers team and the grueling hunt for sponsorships. He delves into the highs and lows of professional bike racing; the exhilarating thrill of sprinting for victory juxtaposed with the humbling experience of dropping from first to 25th place in a time trial race. Jason brings to life the roller coaster journey of a professional cyclist, in an industry constantly on the move, with stories of his international racing adventures and his role as a mentor to younger cyclists.

As we pedal towards the finish line, we discuss the evolution of bike racing in the US, picking up on the impact of the Lance Armstrong era and Jason’s favorite bike races and riding experiences. Jason, with his wealth of experience and unyielding dedication to the sport, provides invaluable insight for aspiring crit racers and shares his thoughts on the qualities that make a good bike racer. So, get set for a thrilling journey into the heart of professional cycling, peppered with life lessons, motivation, and advice for those looking to follow in Jason’s tire tracks.

We also tackle the controversial topic of sandbagging in the Tour de Dirt and share our opinions gravel topics, and recap the 2023 races to this point in the season.  

Get an inside look at the diverse racing scene in Oklahoma, from Ironman, Rule of 3, Unbound craziness, crit racing and everything in between.   We give shout-outs to local athletes who have achieved great success in their respective disciplines. We also provide information on upcoming multi-sport races, gravel, crits and discuss the pros and cons of Ironman and Lifetime race events, including their costs and exclusivity.

Finally, we dive into the world of gravel racing and debate the advantages and disadvantages of arrow bars and hydration packs. Discover the difference between bike packing and racing, and listen in as we discuss the experiences of legends Chad, Rob, and Taylor Lideen with epic races like the 350 XL. Don't miss this engaging episode filled with race recaps, series previews, and lively opinions on the ever-evolving world of cycling!

Are you ready for a wild ride? Join Rob and Chad as they share their exhilarating journey of training for and competing in the Unbound XL Gravel Race. This 350-mile endurance test pushed them to their limits, and we're here to spill all the gritty details on how they prepared, the challenges they faced, and what they learned from this unforgettable adventure.

We kick off with an in-depth look at our intense training plans, which began in February and involved up to 20 hours of training per week for Rob, and 15-18 hours for Chad. Discover the unique challenges of night gravel riding and how sticking to a solid training plan was crucial to their success. We also discuss the critical equipment choices made, including the bikes and the importance appropriate gear.

As we progress through the race, we reveal the strategies, the incredible community support, and the exciting start line experience. Learn about their tactical decisions that helped stay ahead of the pack and the difficulties faced, such as mud, rain, and bike chain issues. Listen in as they share the ups and downs of this epic race and the invaluable lessons they took away from it. Trust us, you don't want to miss this thrilling ride!


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This conversation covers decades of racing in every category there is, the one and only Dez.  

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Get to know Saxby and hear some of the details for our wild adventure at Cape Epic 2024

Jacob shares his amazing story of recovery and how cycling saved his life

Steady Bags is a local custom bicycle bag company that is creating amazing products for your next cycling adventure 

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The history of the Redbud Classic and all the great changes happening in 2023.  

Discount Code for Registration: CYCLEOK23

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There are some changes coming to Wheeler Crits and this episode gives you all the details.  There will be a practice race and course preview on 3/21 and racing starts 3/28.  Special thanks to Big Friendly for letting us record and try the latest beer.  LET'S RACE!!!!!!!

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The amazing story of Neighborhood Bicycles and racing bikes

Instagram @bikegeek420   @neighborhoodbicycles
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