Summary

In this episode, Joel Zieve starts his first interview in the series of couples who ride together called "Chained Together: Finding Love & Flow on the Trail. He talks with Ted Lystig and Sandy Schreyer, who have been riding together for over 30 years. They discuss their background in mountain biking, their favorite places to ride, their proudest accomplishments, and why they continue to mountain bike at an older age. They also talk about mitigating risks and recovery, the changes in trails and bikes over the years, getting back into mountain biking after a break, and the benefits of riding in groups.

Takeaways

Mountain biking offers a sense of joy and adventure that keeps people engaged and feeling young.

Choosing rides that match your skill level and comfort zone can help mitigate the risks of injury.

Trails and bikes have evolved over the years, offering more options and challenges for riders.

Getting back into mountain biking after a break requires patience, trust in your abilities, and riding with others who are slightly better than you.

Riding in groups can be a fun and educational experience, allowing riders to learn from each other and explore new trails.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:03 Chained Together: Finding Love and Flow on the Trail

04:26 Proud Accomplishments on a Mountain Bike

06:21 Why Mountain Bike at an Older Age

07:19 Mitigating Risks and Recovery

09:36 Changing Trails and Bikes

16:26 Getting Back into Mountain Biking

21:09 Conclusion