Trail EAffect

By Josh Blum

Trail EAffect is a show that dives into the stories behind trails, the communities that embrace trails, and the people who rely on trails as a way of life by interviewing the personalities involved wi... more

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How many episodes does Trail EAffect have?

The podcast currently has 225 episodes available.

Trail EAffect episodes:

February 19, 2022Victor Sheldon of Quick - N - Dirty Mountain Bike Racing (#35)
Trail EAffect Episode 35: with Victor Sheldon Quick N Dirt Mountain Bike Racing
This episode first aired on July 29th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Victor “The Slasher” Sheldon Back Story
Early Days of Mountain Bike Racing for Victor
The tie between Jetski Racing and Mountain Biking / Cycling
Transition from Jetski Racing to becoming an event promoter for mountain biking
Quick – N – Dirty what it is, and other events
All Kids Bike
Thoughts on the Mountain Bike Community as a whole
Victor’s thoughts on the Community of Downieville, CA
Victor’s thoughts on trails / types of trails
Crossover athletes from MX to Mountain Bike Racing
Support from Specialized and Team Baghouse for Victor
Other Support for Quick – N – Dirty Mountain Bike Racing (Mazda & Others)
Grass Root Racing and the importance of this
How Mountain Biking is life changing in positive ways for people
Parting Words – Just Do Something
Building 5 miles of trail in 5 weeks for a race course at Barona Oaks Raceway
The return on investment for Trails in Communities
Jetski Racing – Personalities of the sport
Closing
Links:
Quick N Dirty Mountain Bike Racing: https://quickndirtymtb.com/
Team Baghouse Racing: https://teambaghouse.com/
The Vintage Jetski Podcast with Victor Sheldon: https://www.vintagejetski.com/victor-the-slasher-sheldon/
Bike Mag Article on Victor “The Slasher” Sheldon: https://www.bikemag.com/features/profiles/the-slasher/
Victor “The Slasher” Sheldon Profile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofqn1PavOwg
All Kids Ride: https://allkidsbike.org/ambassador/victor-sheldon/

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
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44min
February 19, 2022Rad Apparel Company (#34)
Trail EAffect Episode 34: with Ryan Craft – Rad Apparel Company
This Episode first aired on July 22nd of 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Introduction to Rad Apparel Company
Ryan Craft – Co Founder Back Story
Use of recycled / more sustainable materials
Starting Rad Apparel Company – Learning what they didn’t know about
Where to find Rad Apparel Company (locally and online)
The Trail Community of Colorado Springs
Volunteer Trail Building and engaging with the community
Closing

Links:
Rad Apparel Company: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc
Routes Outfitter: https://routesoutfitter.com/
Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates: https://medwheel.org/
Trails End Taproom: https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/
Trails End Trail Blazers: https://www.trailsendtaproom.com/trailblazers
Twisted Spoke Apothecary: https://www.twistedspokeapothecary.com/

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
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42min
February 19, 2022Lil Ide of Kingdom Trails (#33)
Trail EAffect Episode 33: with Lil Ide / Kingdom Trails
This episode first aired on July 15th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Introduction with Lil Ide
Lil Ide Back Story and how she got into Mountain Biking
Lil Traveling and living out west, then eventually settling back down in East Burke VT
The Kingdom Trails Story and how she came on board
The Growth of Kingdom Trails
Events at Kingdom Trails
NEMBA Fest Weekend and some of the challenges
2020 Changes and benefits that KT Saw (Hint – More Trails Built)
Funding Trails and other aspects of the community through grants
How Trails have helped create a healthier culture in East Burke, especially for children
Winter Use at Kingdom Trails
Trail Communities that Lil likes
Important amenities for Great Trail Communities
Pre Closing
Adaptive Mountain Biking and Kingdom Trails
Ride With Gratitude – Something every trail org and mountain bike related business should adopt
Closing
Links:
Kingdom Trails: https://www.kingdomtrails.org/
Ride With Gratitude: https://www.bikeborderlands.com/ride-with-gratitude
Bike the Borderlands: https://www.bikeborderlands.com/
IDE Ride: https://www.ideride.com/
Kelly Brush Foundation & Grants: https://kellybrushfoundation.org/

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
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1h 12min
February 19, 2022Devon O’Neil a Mountain Bike Journalist (#32)
Trail EAffect Episode 32: with Devon O’Neil
This episode first aired on July 4th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Growth in Mountain Biking and how it affects access
Devon’s Back Story and how he got into Journalism
Lines in the Dirt – As Written on access for Bike Mag
Single Track Wars and the issue between Nederland, Co Locals and Boulder Co Locals.
Kingdom Trails Vermont
Mental Health and Suicide
Closing Comments
Links:
Devon O’Neil: http://www.devononeil.com/
Lines In the Dirt Bike Mag:
https://www.bikemag.com/lines-in-the-dirt/the-vitality-of-trust/#EFK6GLHlD1jrAy44.97
https://www.bikemag.com/lines-in-the-dirt/part-two-tradition-meets-progress/#G8bTADlkK887JAaG.97
https://www.bikemag.com/lines-in-the-dirt/montana-access/#U7mmce81ygEUSTVi.97
https://www.bikemag.com/lines-in-the-dirt/stone-walled/#8CMsuOQBV9GcscSm.97
Single Track Wars: https://www.outsideonline.com/2392458/nederland-boulder-colorado-mountain-bike-wars-singletrack
BETA MTB Summer Issue – Featuring Kingdom Trails: https://www.betamtb.com/news-issues/betas-summer-issue-is-out-now/
(Please subscribe or pick up the latest BETA MTB magazine at your closest news stand, as this supports the people who put their work out for the masses).
The Final Decent of Dean Cummings: https://www.outsideonline.com/2421062/dean-cummings

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
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1h 1min
February 19, 2022Kyle Horvath of Ely Nevada / White Pine County Tourism (#31)
Trail EAffect Episode 31: Ely, NV / White Pine County with Kyle Horvath
This episode first aired on June 26th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Kyle Horvath Back Story
Kyle’s start in Tourism in Carson City, NV
Kyle’s Transition from Carson City, NV to White Pine Co / Ely, NV
Ely and the IMBA Trail Accelerator Grant
Future Trail Expansion plans for the region
Local Trail Club Great Basin Trails Alliance
What to expect for a trail experience in the region
Fears Tears and Beers – The first Enduro Race ever started in Ely
Other Events in Ely
Community Support of Trails and Mountain Biking in Ely
About Ely / White Pine Co as a Community (outside of Mountain Biking)
Other aspects of Outdoor Recreation in the region
Highway 50 – the Loneliest Highway in America (Most Mountain Biking Highway in America?)
Trail Names…
Nevada Northern Railway
BETA MTB Magazine and the birth of a new mountain bike publication
Closing Comments
Links:
Visit White Pine County: http://elynevada.net/
Ely NV Mountain Biking: http://elynevada.net/project/mountainbiking/
Within Range Freehub Magazine: https://freehubmag.com/features/within-range
BETA MTB YouTube Video on Ely / White Pine Co: https://youtu.be/5i7oZsuI-wk
Trailforks Mapping for Ely: https://www.trailforks.com/region/ely/
Great Basin Trails Alliance: https://www.facebook.com/GreatBasinTrailsAlliance/
IMBA Trail Accelerator Grant: https://www.imba.com/trails-for-all/trail-accelerator-grants
Loneliest Road in America: https://loneliestroad.us/loneliest-road/
Nevada Northern Railway: https://nnry.com/

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
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55min
February 19, 2022Lacey Heward - Adaptive Athlete and Mountain Biker (#30)
Trail EAffect Episode 30: Lace Heward – Adaptive Mountain Biker / Brave Lace Project
This episode first aired on June 14th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Lace Heward Back Story
How Lacey got into adaptive Alpine Ski Racing
The competitive side of Lace / becoming a Paralympic 2-time medalist
Racing and traveling in Europe for the World Cup
Other Outdoor Endeavors
Adaptive Mountain Biking and the places Lace has gone
Places Lacey is working on bringing more adaptive MTB access
Being Brave – The Brave Lace Project
Closing & Supporters
Song Written and Performed by Lacey “It’s Been a Long Time”
Links:
Brave Lace: https://bravelace.com/
ORA Trails Lacey Adaptive Mountain Bike Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0lln8vXmhZc
Move United: https://www.moveunitedsport.org/
Teton Adaptive Sports: https://tetonadaptivesports.com/
Team SISU Dog Sledding: https://www.dogtec.com/kennel/benjamin-thompson
IMBA Trail Accelerator Grant: https://www.imba.com/trails-for-all/trail-accelerator-grants

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
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53min
February 19, 2022Jeff Kendal-Weed (#29)
Trail EAffect Episode 29: A Conversation with Jeff Kendall-Weed
This Episode first aired on June 7th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Jeff Kendall-Weed Back Story
Jeff’s Transition into the Bike Industry
How Jeff ended up moving to Bellingham WA.
Jeff’s Transition into a content creator / YouTube
Local Loam Series & other online content
Advocacy…
Private VS Public Land and access benefits for both
Riding in Bellingham, WA
Trail Communities and what makes a great trail community
Detour off into Motocross / Supercross
Closing & Supporters
Links:
Jeff Kendall-Weed Website: https://jeffkendallweed.com/
Jenson USA JKW: https://www.jensonusa.com/blog/rider-profile-JKW
Jenson USA: https://www.jensonusa.com/Jeff-Kendall-Weed
Jeff Kendall-Weed on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeffkendallweed
PNW Components: https://www.pnwcomponents.com/
Industry Nine: https://industrynine.com/

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
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1h 20min
February 19, 2022Timber Bell with Chris Lacy (#28)
Trail EAFFECT Episode 28: Timber Bell with Chris Lacy
This Episode first aired on May 29th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Chris Lacy Back Story
The Timber Bell Back Story
How the Timber Bell works and how it’s different from other bike bells
What makes a great trail community
Trail Communities that Chris has traveled to like Cappadocia Turkey
Closing & Supporters
Links:
Timber Bell: https://www.mtbbell.com/
San Diego Mountain Biking Association: https://www.sdmba.com/
Mountain Biking in Cappadocia Turkey: http://www.bikinginturkey.com/mountain-biking-holidays/cappadocia-mtb/
GoPro Video of Cappadocia Turkey: https://youtu.be/fFA6G8ovxPk

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
...more
32min
February 19, 2022Carlo Alfano Rivers Edge Trail System (#27)
Trail EAFFECT Episode 27 Carlo Alfano Rivers Edge Trail System
This episode first aired on May 18th, 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Carlo Alfano Backstory
The Backstory about Rivers Edge Trail System
Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts Back Story
The development of the Rivers Edge Trail System
Rivers Edge Trails and it’s proximity to the Middle School and High School
NICA Racing at Rivers Edge Trail System
How Rivers Edge has made a huge positive impact on the community for locals and tourists
The Community of Brunswick outside of Mountain Biking
The Future of Rivers Edge
Closing & Supporters
Links:
Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts: https://more-mtb.org/
M.O.R.E. Rivers Edge Trail System: https://more-mtb.org/collections/maryland-trails/products/rivers-edge-at-brunswick
Trailforks Mapping: https://www.trailforks.com/region/rivers-edge-trails/
Patagonia Story on Rivers Edge Trail System: https://www.patagonia.com/stories/at-the-rivers-edge/story-94306.html
Three Points Cycles: https://www.threepointscycles.com/
Maryland NICA League: https://marylandmtb.org/
Greenstone Trail Craft: https://greenstonetrailcraft.com/
Brunswick Welcomes Mountain Bikers: https://www.fredericknewspost.com/news/lifestyle/travel_and_outdoors/brunswick-welcomes-new-biking-trails-for-tourists-and-residents/article_d14fe3e1-35d2-5dc5-a300-8e43ffc0e8f4.html

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
...more
46min
February 19, 2022Kristina Wayte Sketchy Trails (#26)
Kristina Wayte - Sketchy Trails Episode 26
This episode first aired on May 11th 2021 on Mountain Bike Radio
Topics Covered in this show:
Kristina Wayte Backstory
How Kristina got into Mountain Biking
The Start of Sketchy Trails
Trail Tips Comic Series
Riding with Timber bells
Last Day of Summer Animation and Live Movie
How to get more Women into Biking
Female Stereotypes in Mountain Biking
Communities that Kristina has enjoyed as a mountain biker
Closing
Links:
Sketchy Trails: https://www.sketchytrails.com/
Kristina Wayte Commercial Work: https://www.kristinawayte.com/
Last Day of Summer Movie: https://www.kristinawayte.com/film.html
Trail Tips Educational Series: https://www.santacruzmah.org/blog/mbosc-trail-tips

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI https://smithsbikes.com/
This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:
Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Support the Trail EAffect through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/traileaffect
...more
48min

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