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The Packfiller: Cycling Culture & Comedy

Patrick Bulger | Cycling Host & Creator
Cycling
Tour De France
Bike Racing
Cycling Culture
24 Hours Of Riverside
Training
Christmas Traditions
Christmas
Road Racing
Mountain Biking
Creatine
Relationships
Olympics
Cycling Equipment
Bikes
Men's Tour De France
Tadej Pogačar
Nutrition
World Championships
Giro D'italia

The cycling podcast for the rest of us.

The Packfiller is your weekly escape into the hilarious, opinionated, and unfiltered world of cycling culture.

Join host Pat Bulger for a mix of biting satire, deep-dive interviews with pro personalities, and the kind of honest bike talk you only hear on the group ride. We skip the dry race stats to focus on the lifestyle, the gear, and the absurdity of bein... more

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Latest Episodes

We are exactly four days away from the biggest cycling circus on earth crossing the start line in Barcelona, and the pro peloton is entering a state of absolute panic. This week on The Packfiller Podcast, the crew dives face-first into the 113th Tour... more

The Tour de France is weeks away, and the peloton is in absolute chaos. Tadej Pogačar just put the entire WorldTour on notice with a historic, 67-year record-breaking onslaught at the Tour de Suisse. Meanwhile, Visma-Lease a Bike is structurally coll... more

Welcome to Episode 532 of the longest-standing podcast on the sport of cycling. We are "The Packfiller"—think of us as a post-ride beer with several friends and one asshole. (Pat is definitely that asshole tonight).

With Sam and David out for the e... more

Welcome to Episode 531 of the longest-standing podcast on the sport of cycling. We are "The Packfiller"—think of us as a post-ride beer with several friends and one asshole. (Pat is potentially that asshole).

This week, four generations of riders si... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Main
Soon-to-be six million dollar man reference guest, bike rider
Episode: Pogačar’s Warning Shot, Visma’s Collapse & The 15 Worst Cycling Fashion Crimes
Jackson (Jax)
Co-host/guest on race commentary discussions
Episode: Pogačar’s Warning Shot, Visma’s Collapse & The 15 Worst Cycling Fashion Crimes
Sam Weppel
Friend/associate mentioned as part of the ride group
Episode: Pogačar’s Warning Shot, Visma’s Collapse & The 15 Worst Cycling Fashion Crimes
Victor Knott
Belgian friend who sent a training encouragement message
Belgium
Episode: The 320W Lie, Pogačar’s Triple & UCI Hypocrisy
Nader Victornaz
Belgian-based listener who comments on training and recovery
Belgium
Episode: The 320W Lie, Pogačar’s Triple & UCI Hypocrisy
David Waples
Cyclist, guest on episode
Unspecified team
Episode: The Butcher’s Bill: Opening Weekend and Wrangling the Waples
Levi Leipheimer
Three-time winner of the Tour of California and founder of Levi's Gran Fondo
Levi's Gran Fondo
Episode: Rethinking Racing and Roubaix
Ryan Spivey
Race director of the Everett Performance Omnium
Episode: Packfiller Does EPO
Sam Waples
Cyclist who recently participated in local races
Episode: Living Vicariously Through Sam

Host

Pat Bulger
Host specializing in cycling culture and humor; core figure and frequent moderator in discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Pat is the best

    I love this show! Pat is a awesome host with a great cast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    djcmad
    United Statesa year ago
  • Indubitably…

    If it wasn’t for the Packfiller, I’d hardly ever listen to the Packfiller.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justin M Short, B.A.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Love the show, just found you guys recently and I’m working my way back thru the archives between new episodes. Keep up the good work, tuning in from Snohomish County and former Chelan County resident, can relate to the east vs west banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Back40Velo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fab Pod

    Love this pod. Old friends chewing the fat. Fun, open and honest. You’re welcomed into the group where there’s a stool waiting for you at the bar.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JLG aka Greeky
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great Pod!!

    Great Pod!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimV 1
    United States3 years ago

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Hosts feel like old friends who ride together.
Gear nerdiness and pro-level anecdotes balance the humor.
A fun, irreverent take on cycling with great banter.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Will Creatine Make Me FAT?
Q: Is it normal or concerning to see your max heart rate increase after intentional training?
It is normal for your max heart rate to increase with training, particularly if you're new to intensity training. As you train harder, your body adapts and may allow you to push harder and reach a higher heart rate, although seasoned athletes may see a decrease instead due to better cardiovascular efficiency.
An Exercise in Sophomoric Behavior
Q: Gentlemen, tonight's question is, what are you truly thankful for?
Jackson expressed gratitude for his other half, while others voiced thanks for family and friends, emphasizing the importance of their community.
Rethinking Racing and Roubaix
Q: How do race radios affect the dynamics of racing today?
Levi believes race radios have benefits for safety and coordination but can also lead to overly aggressive racing tactics, reflecting complex advantages.
Rethinking Racing and Roubaix
Q: What are your thoughts on the state of professional bike racing now?
Levi expresses admiration for young riders and notes the level of talent is extraordinary compared to his time, with fast-paced dynamics reshaping the sport.
Rethinking Racing and Roubaix
Q: How do you categorize different riders for the Gran Fondo? Are there different start times for different levels?
Levi details that elite men and women have separate start times to ensure competitive fairness alongside mass participants, which begin simultaneously.

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A humorous, opinions-forward cycling show that blends long-form banter with thoughtful takes on gear, training, race culture, and the economics of riding. Episodes balance lighthearted stories with candid discussions about costs, sponsorships, and the realities of amateur to semi-pro racing, all delivered with a group-ride camaraderie and sharp, irreverent humor. Notable strengths include nerdy gear debates, the hosts' candid banter, and a pattern of featuring pro personalities and industry chatter in a relaxed, beer-joked format that still delivers practical insights for enthusiasts and wannabe competitors alike.

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Recent guests on The Packfiller: Cycling Culture & Comedy include:

1. Paul Main
2. Jackson (Jax)
3. Sam Weppel
4. Victor Knott
5. Nader Victornaz
6. David Waples
7. Levi Leipheimer
8. Ryan Spivey

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