Devon Pia is one of the most authentic humans I’ve met. He is real when it comes to expressing his emotions and his life story. In this episode we talk about his journey and how it led him to the bike shop, as the universe intended it to be. Throughout his life he talks about how he meets certain people that changed his direction for the better and are still very significant people in his life to this day. Almost like a family away from family. Pia also goes into his problems with alcohol and substance abuse, which is why he is sober to this day almost 5 years later. Pia rides his bike for the same reason we all do, he seeks the physical limit, discovers the weaknesses of the mind, but ultimately to fall in love with the moment again and again while hearing the tires purr against the surfaces.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/el_capitain_pia_/

Stoke Haus Coaching: https://www.stokehauscoaching.com/

If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

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Moxilife: https://www.moxilife.com/

Freshly Minted Socks: https://www.thefreshlyminted.com/

Singlespeedcoffeeroasters: https://www.singlespeedcoffeeroasters.com/

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Kait Boyle is more than an ambassador for the sport of cycling, she is an ambassador for all things adventure. From setting long FKTs to being a 24-hour world champion, Kait tells us how she has shifted her mindset toward the future of her career. On Christmas, Eve Kait was in a devastating car crash shattering her pelvis and other bones. While in the seat shortly after impact, she couldn't feel her legs and was scared she wasn't going to be able to walk again. She didn't only walk, she broke the Kokopelli trail women's FKT, still, rides, skis, and hikes, and still seeks movement. This is Kaits story...

Kaits Instagram: Instagram.com/kait.boyle

More information on Kait: https://linktr.ee/kait.boyle

If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

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Freshly Minted Socks: https://www.thefreshlyminted.com/

Singlespeedcoffeeroasters: https://www.singlespeedcoffeeroasters.com/

Book my coffee trailer at your next event: https://www.instagram.com/singlespeedcoffeetrailer/

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Vic Johnson is a Nutritionist who works with high level outdoor athletes. Vic works with his athletes by incorporating and working with a plant-based approach. Vic and I dive into the benefits of eating more plants and how you can feel better during workouts and recover faster. Vic also gave some helpful advise for people who are struggling to find the right food to eat during activities. Nutrition is one of, if not the most important part of performance, longevity, and quality of life. I hope you find this episode useful and intriguing! 

Heres how you find Vic:

https://www.instagram.com/mountain.sports.nutritionist/

https://mtnsportsnutrition.com/

If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

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Gosse Van Der Meer has been a professional cyclist for over 10 years with a lot of experience. In this episode we dive into his training and mindset for Cape Epic: 8 days of racing, 658km (409 miles), and 15775m (49,000 ft) climbing. From getting to know Gosse, he is energetic, funny, and compassionate. Throughout the last two weeks, I have gotten to know this Gosse. He is humble, funny and always down for a big adventure. Gosse races at the top level in the world on his mountain bike and in cyclocross winning more that a 7 UCI races and winning roughly 100 races throughout his career in multiple disciplines. 

https://www.gossevandermeer.com/the-story/

His instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/gossinki/

If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

Huppybar: https://www.huppybar.com/

Moxilife: https://www.moxilife.com/

Freshly Minted Socks: https://www.thefreshlyminted.com/

Singlespeedcoffeeroasters: https://www.singlespeedcoffeeroasters.com/

Book my coffee trailer at your next event: https://www.instagram.com/singlespeedcoffeetrailer/

Check out Confluence 928 Off-Road Team: https://www.instagram.com/confluence_928/

If you, or anyone you know wants to sponsor Stoke Podcast message: https://www.instagram.com/stokepodcast/

On this episode, we meet the man behind the scenes. I talk a lot about my experiences with the bike, and how I got on two wheels. This episode really only skimmed the surface, so I will have to go into more depth on my past with Psychology, Yoga, and my spiritual journey in general because they are an integral part of my "why". Enjoy todays episode, and please give me feed back. 

Pedal Papago with a Purpose: 

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If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

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Book my coffee trailer at your next event: https://www.instagram.com/singlespeedcoffeetrailer/

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Brian is a Flagstaff local who found the bike in 2015. Brian tells his story, from the struggles of first starting out, biking across the country or doing Snow Bowl road a crazy amount of times. This man gets off work at 11pm and decides to do a 200+ mile adventure into the darkness on his bike. He loves seeking something bigger than his own on two wheels, and I’m so honored to have heard his story. He continues to ride and spread his love. 

Brians instagram: https://www.instagram.com/landauthefree_007/

!!!!! Papago 6 Hour Autism Fundraiser: https://facebook.com/events/s/fundraiser-sponsor-a-rider-to-/591420039485383/ !!!!!!!!  

If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

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Moxilife: https://www.moxilife.com/

Freshly Minted Socks: https://www.thefreshlyminted.com/

Singlespeedcoffeeroasters: https://www.singlespeedcoffeeroasters.com/

Book my coffee trailer at your next event: https://www.instagram.com/singlespeedcoffeetrailer/

Check out Confluence 928 Off-Road Team: https://www.instagram.com/confluence_928/

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Ezra is a professional ultra endurance cyclist who lives for new adventures. From small ultra races in Arizona, to the Tour Divide, he is determined to be the best racer out there. Ezra is a Type 1 diabetic so he explains how he manages to race ultra distances while managing his blood sugar and insulin. In today’s episode Ezra tells us stories of his hardest day/ days on the bike from crazy hallucinations, to low blood sugar, and a tooth infection in the middle of nowhere. Even though Ezra explains how difficult Ultras are, he also has a deep love for the sport. He says the bike teaches him life skills such as staying present in situations that are difficult, almost like having a short memory. The bike is spiritual, it shows us who we really are when we become broken.

Instagram: @thebikepackracingpodcast

Link: https://www.instagram.com/thebikepackracingpodcast/

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If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our

website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

Huppybar: https://www.huppybar.com/

Moxilife: https://www.moxilife.com/

Freshly Minted Socks: https://www.thefreshlyminted.com/

Singlespeedcoffeeroasters: https://www.singlespeedcoffeeroasters.com/

Book my coffee trailer at your next event: https://www.instagram.com/singlespeedcoffeetrailer/

Check out Confluence 928 Off-Road Team: https://www.instagram.com/confluence_928/

If you, or anyone you know wants to sponsor Stoke Podcast message: https://www.instagram.com/stokepodcast/

Justin is a professional mountain bike racer who finds stoke in all things life. In today's episode, Justin explains how a full-throttle lifestyle needs to be directed in a healthy and fulfilling way; or the "throttle" might find other sources of fun. We all have our vice, and Justin explains his journey with substances, talks about how the bike is a spiritual vehicle, and we also dive into his new coaching business called Stoke Haus Coaching (we didn’t plan this). After our conversation I have started working with Justin, and I have been super impressed with his professionalism. He has the discipline of a champion, and I am honored to share his story with you.

Stoke Haus Coaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stokehauscoaching/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmart_bikes/

Stoke Haus Coaching Website: https://www.stokehauscoaching.com/

If you want to stay up to date on events that I’m helping put on in the Verde Valley check out our website: https://www.verdevalleyrally.com/

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Moxilife: https://www.moxilife.com/

Freshly Minted Socks: https://www.thefreshlyminted.com/

Singlespeedcoffeeroasters: https://www.singlespeedcoffeeroasters.com/

Book my coffee trailer at your next event: https://www.instagram.com/singlespeedcoffeetrailer/

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Sarah Swallow is a professional ultra endurance bike packer who is dedicated to being an advocate for the sport. Through all of the things Sarah puts on her plate, she still finds time to create amazing routes, coordinate events, and write amazing stories about her adventures. In this episode, she dove into how she found the bike, her introduction into bike packing, and how her career as a pro cyclist started. I really found interest in the recent story she wrote for VeloNews. Her and many of the outdoor ambassadors for Specialized received an email early December of 2022 stating they are discontinuing their ambassador program. This had a major effect on many athletes and outdoor enthusiasts of the sport who do amazing things for companies like Specialized. She described the implications this had on her and her decisions for 2023. Being laid off isn’t the best feeling, let alone being laid off at the end of 2022 when most bike companies have already established a budget for the following season. While doing research on her and this topic, I’ve noticed that this is becoming a bigger issue across other companies and athletes as well.

I hope you enjoy this episode. If you want to find more information on Sarah Swallow and all of the cool things she’s doing check out the links below.

https://sarahjswallow.com/

Sarah’s awesome event: https://www.rutadeljefe.com/

Explore here: https://ridewithgps.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahjswallow/

VeloNews, Adventure no more: Specialized ends contracts with dozens of paid ambassadors: https://www.velonews.com/news/gravel/adventure-no-more-specialized-ends-contracts-with-dozens-of-paid-ambassadors/?utm_campaign=&utm_content=&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_source=velonews-instagram

Zac is a bicycle lover. He strives to push his limits each and every time he sets out for an adventure.  We dive into his EPIC 170 mile ride through the high deserts of Arizona. Zac explains that every time he has been on a big adventure, it usually represents a new turning point in his life, like turning the the page into a new chapter of life. We discuss how the bike can be a vehicle to understand self. How pain can be instantly transformed into euphoria, and how euphoria is once again turned into pain. Yet, we still remain present and observant of all aspects of the experience the bike presents to us. 

Thanks for tuning into this new segment of the podcast called "Happy Hour". The conversation is loose, real, and hopefully full of good stories.