Plant Strong Cycling

Join us for an exhilarating episode as we dive into the world of gravel cycling with the legendary Bobby. From his early days of back roading and beer drinking to becoming a master of creating epic bike routes, Bobby shares his journey of discovering the beauty of nature through the simplicity of cycling.

Explore the inspiration behind the Sandtown Shuffle, a challenging yet unforgettable ride through the scenic counties of Arkansas. Hear firsthand about the unexpected flooding, the unique challenges, and the camaraderie that made the event memorable for all participants.

Discover how Bobby's passion for gravel cycling has led him to host events, scout routes, and build a cycling community in Cave City and Batesville. Learn about his involvement with the Arkansas Graveler and how he's helping to showcase the state's high-level gravel routes.

Get a sneak peek into Bobby's future plans, including the Watermelon Grind Loop, the Tour de Burt, and his ambitious 300-mile route. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a beginner, Bobby's enthusiasm and dedication to the sport will inspire you to hit the gravel and explore the great outdoors.

Don't miss out on this captivating narrative of adventure, community, and the love of cycling. Tune in to hear Bobby's stories, insights, and the essence of what makes gravel riding so special.

Join us in this episode as we welcome Jeremiah Sloan, fresh off completing the grueling 350-mile Arkansas Graveler bicycle ride. Over six days, Jeremiah pedaled across the state, facing diverse terrains and weather conditions. Tune in as he shares an inside look at the ride, recounting the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned from this unforgettable journey. Whether you're an avid cyclist or simply love a good adventure story, Jeremiah's experience will inspire and captivate you.

Unbound XL is a tough gravel race, and in this episode I share my raw thoughts from what it feels like to race 354 miles in Emporia and DNFing with only 56 miles remaining.

My longtime friend Christian Baxter hosted me on his podcast (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jG9m377Mvg), and this episode contains some of my favorite highlights - but I recommend watching the whole thing on his channel and subscribing to it.

We continue the countdown to the Unbound 2024 with special guest Andrew Onermaa, Unbound XL Manager. Get ready to be inspired by Andrew's incredible cycling adventures and accomplishments as he shares pro tips on endurance riding, navigating physical and mental challenges, how long to stay at gas stations, and how to make the most of your training in the final weeks leading up to the big event.

Join us on today's episode as Shawn McKinney shares his inspiring journey of racing Unbound for the 7th time. Shawn also plays the role of therapist as he helps me (Bill) navigate feelings of not being supported by my family in riding endeavors (spoiler: it's getting better!). Shawn has insightful predictions about the upcoming race weather. 

Tyler Pearce, aka The Vegan Cyclist, is a cycling hero of mine. I put this list together after realizing I needed a visual reminder on my bike for my upcoming impossible route (Unbound XL 2024), and this list of 10 cycling commandments comes from many of things he's repeated over the years from his YouTube videos, podcast interviews, etc that I have found really helpful. Enjoy!

Today we talk with Jonesboro cyclist, Eric Burch, to dive into his cycling journey. Eric shares his experiences with diving back into big rides & epic events last year, and his plans for 2024 - which includes the upcoming Unbound 200 mile race! Tune in for an inspiring discussion about pushing personal limits and falling in love with gravel cycling. 

Guth is a cycling enthusiast and seasoned competitor in the Unbound Gravel Bicycle Race. With 4 completions under his belt and his sights set on his 1,000 goblet trophy, David shares his journey, training tips, and the mental toughness required to tackle the challenging terrain of Emporia, Kansas. Don't miss this episode filled with valuable insights from a true gravel racing beast!

+ The 10 Cycling Commandments according to The Vegan Cyclist

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Here's what really happened before, during, and after Unbound 2023...

I joined Christian Baxter in the podcast studio and we chatted about my journey at the annual Unbound gravel race in Emporia Kansas. We recorded this just a few weeks after the race in June of 2023.