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Pedal The Springs

Torie Giffin
Colorado Springs
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
Pikes Peak
USA Cycling
Wanderer
Ring the Peak
Project Bike Tech
Colorado Springs, United States
Pikes Peak Apex
Adventures Out West
Garden Of the Gods
Paracycling
Colorado Springs Velodrome
Kids On Bikes
Westside Bicycle Service
Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance
Children's Hospital Colorado
Walk Run Roll For Daniel
Rampart Rager
Wednesday Worlds

Roll on into Pedal the Springs podcast where we banter about all things biking in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region. Ride along with host Torie Giffin, self-appointed ambassador for cycling in the Springs and owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, and friends including local cycling enthusiasts, trail and industry experts, and athletes. #youbelonghere #pedalthesprings #yourbasecampfor... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Murphy
Track cyclist, Paralympian and coach at the Velodrome
VeloDrome
Episode: 51: Colorado Springs Velodrome - Not Just for Olympians
Andrea Villaroman Murphy
Track cyclist who discovered the Velodrome, became a racer and partner to Chris
Velodrome community
Episode: 51: Colorado Springs Velodrome - Not Just for Olympians
Morgan Chapman
Morgan from SOCO Velo
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Episode: 50: Local Cycling Clubs & How to Find Your Tribe - LIVE Audience
Del Hokanson
Founder of Manitou Spokes, initiator of a local women's group
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Episode: 50: Local Cycling Clubs & How to Find Your Tribe - LIVE Audience
Terry Lott
Representative for COS Racing
COS Racing
Episode: 50: Local Cycling Clubs & How to Find Your Tribe - LIVE Audience
Michael Rosell
Leader of Buffalo Lodge rides
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
Episode: 50: Local Cycling Clubs & How to Find Your Tribe - LIVE Audience
Rich Heitman
President of Colorado Springs Cycling (formerly Colorado Springs Cycling Club)
Colorado Springs Cycling
Episode: 50: Local Cycling Clubs & How to Find Your Tribe - LIVE Audience
Cory Sutella
Director of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates
Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates
Episode: 49: MedWheel: Trails, Community & What's Next for Pikes Peak Region
Shayne McCormick
Board member of Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates
Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates
Episode: 49: MedWheel: Trails, Community & What's Next for Pikes Peak Region

Host

Torie Giffin
Host of the show, cycling ambassador for the Springs, and owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort; active in community rides and bike-centric events.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • A must listen to local Colorado Springs bicyclists and out of downers!

    So informative and the banter is friendly and fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leahlou622
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesomely informative!

    Wow ! Just found this podcast from Stacy MTB lessons, We had no idea of these cool businesses and places to go! Keep ‘em coming please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johhnynascar
    United States5 years ago
  • Love this!!!

    Very informative about Colorado Springs and surrounding area! Looking forward to the next episodes!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChaCha315
    United States7 years ago

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Informative local biking content with friendly banter and approachable hosts.
Shows impact of cycling on community and quality of life, with engaging guest stories.
Great resource for discovering Colorado cycling businesses and places to ride.

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46: Rider Spotlight: Beth Roalstad - Building Community on Two Wheels
Q: What changes would strengthen biking in the city?
She highlights the need for safer trails, better lighting, accessible bathrooms, and clearer sight lines, plus broader investments in trail infrastructure and public spaces, funded through appropriate taxation and supportive policy so that recreational users and unhoused residents alike can benefit.
46: Rider Spotlight: Beth Roalstad - Building Community on Two Wheels
Q: What makes the Wednesday Women's Ride special?
Beth explains that the ride provides a space for women to connect, share experiences, and ride without male judgment, fostering bonding and meaningful conversations about work, life, and dreams, while also offering a supportive network that has helped participants make new friends and feel empowered on and off the bike.
44: Rider Spotlight: Dante & Ren - The Den
Q: What is Couchmilk and how does it support movement and recovery?
Couchmilk is a library of resources and an app that helps people connect with movement in a broader sense, including the discussion of plant medicine and performance, aiming to deepen the relationship with why and how we move.
44: Rider Spotlight: Dante & Ren - The Den
Q: What tips would you give cyclists for well-rounded training or leveling up their game?
Prioritize strength training to increase power (wattage) and maintain a solid cadence; incorporate intervals and trainer work a couple of times per week; use a weighted vest to improve posture on longer rides, and consider structured workouts like 5 minutes on/5 minutes off to boost endurance without sacrificing form.
39: Project Bike Tech
Q: How has the Colorado Springs program performed, and who has helped drive it?
The program has grown to 51 schools nationwide with strong local engagement in Colorado Springs, led by teachers like Rob Hampton and supported by a network of industry partners; the Tesla Opportunity School hosts teacher training, enabling ongoing growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pedal The Springs

What is Pedal The Springs about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A locally focused cycling show that explores bikes, trails, events, and community in the Pikes Peak region. Conversations span trail advocacy, e-bikes, nonprofit programs, racing calendars, rider safety, and rider stories, often weaving in personal journeys, local business perspectives, and regional tourism impacts. Notable throughlines include community-building around cycling, youth and nonprofit programming, and efforts to expand access and infrastructure for riders of all ages and abilities. The show frequently features guests who run or sponsor bike initiatives, advocate for trails, or lead cycling-oriented events, making it a useful resource for sponsors and partners seeking authentic, regionally resonant bike content and local engage... more

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Recent guests on Pedal The Springs include:

1. Chris Murphy
2. Andrea Villaroman Murphy
3. Morgan Chapman
4. Del Hokanson
5. Terry Lott
6. Michael Rosell
7. Rich Heitman
8. Cory Sutella

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