Ride This Out

Para-gravel cyclist Jeremy Raeszler was told he would never walk again after severing his spinal cord in a motocross injury. Jeremy taught himself how to walk again and has entered the world of gravel cycling. Listen to how he was able to defy all odds and expectations. It is a truly inspiring story to hear what biking has done for Jeremy. Listen, share, and get out and ride!

You can read more about Jeremy on his blog at:

https://www.paragravelcyclist.com/about-me

Follow on Instagram @paragravelcyclist

Bruce has been biking for longer than most of us have been alive. He shares his experiences and tips on his blog: https://www.theoldguybicycleblog.com/?m=1.

A big part of Bruce's motivation is in helping his down syndrome son Nick with his dessert truck. This truck also employs other young people with developmental disabilities and gives them work experience. Support and donate to their great work and cause: https://nickstreats.com/

Listen to Bruce's amazing stories and get inspired to ride into your older years with confidence!

elyssa shares her story of how getting a cargobike has improved her overall wellness and empowered her by connecting with her community.

Give it a listen, share with others, and get out and ride!

Maddy is on instagram as the @cargobikemomma. She discusses how she got into cargo biking and how it has impacted her and her family living in New York City.

Give it a listen, and get out on your bike!

Session 15, check in. What are your goals? How do you want to improve?

I also share a couple of stories of being in a position to help while riding my bike.

What stories do you have? Reach out, and I'd love to hear them! https://ridethisout.com/

Alice Johnson talks about how weekly rides with her "Bike'n Babes" has helped her with her husband's death. Get inspired to organize or join a group of riders to connect with and support each other.

Braydon Bringhurst talks about the process of making the film 8600ft, where he climbs "The Whole Enchilada" MTB trail in Moab Utah.

The film can be found on YouTube: https://youtu.be/liFHsc8h0hc?si=-rALQi8feY4duiAQ

Braydon shares how he wanted to create something where he can share how he accomplishes something hard and the mental process that he uses to inspire others in their challenges.

Jared Madsen had the idea of creating a bucket cargo bike and selling them in the United States in 2007. This bike is now owned by thousands of families and helps them experience the joys of riding together. An amazing story about an amazing company. Enjoy!

Check out their website at https://www.madsencycles.com/

Dr. Joe Jensen has worked in education for 28 years and is an avid bicycle rider. He gives some great tips on helping his children ride as well helping other people get on bicycles. He discusses the idea of access and inclusion, and the need for a human being to be the link for that to happen.

He also shared with me an inspirational essay written by Gary Fisher in 2008 that I read at the start of the session. Such a beautiful written piece, that will inspire anyone to get out on their bicycle. You can find the written essay here.

Enjoy the session! Get out and ride and feel the amazing benefits from being on your bike!

The bike bus movement is here. Get it started in your community! Jessica Tillyer shares her experiences and how they have been able to create a successful bike bus in her community.

Check out their specific bike bus and useful resources at: https://montclairbikebus.org/

Share this with others who might be interested in starting a bike bus for their kids and communities!