The Outspoken Cyclist

Joan Hanscom, new executrive director of the Trexlertown Velodrome (The Valley Preferred Cycling Center); Amishland and Lakes Bicycle Tour; Eastern Express Trans-Am route.

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This week, I have two fascinating stories told by two Professors. While we talk about cycling pretty much exclusively on the show we’re taking an end run around cycling with my first guest and talking about something I believe you will find interesting and important. Dr. Richard Alley is the Evan Pugh Professor at Penn […]

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Retired National Guard Army Sergeant Mark Green talks about his new sport – hand cycling. Frame Builder Tony Pereira talks with Diane about his work..

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James Stanfill from the PBMA tells us about the organization. Dan Wuori wraps up the 2018 racing year.

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WKMG news anchor Matt Austin talks about Florida’s upcoming vote on a more comprehensive distracted driving law. Drew Guildalian from Engin Cycles and Wissahickon Cyles in Philadelphia gives his perspective on retail and how his manufacturing of some special parts are going to come into focus. Tracy and Peter Flucke detail their tandem adventures.

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Kate Koch, The Bike Lady tells about her project to bring bikes to kids in foster care in Ohio. Jim Kersten, president of the Chicago Area Bicycle Dealers Assn. tells how the midwest trade show was revived and how it’s going to expand across the country. The Birthplace of American Trail is a new project that will break ground soon.

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We talk about Bike Cleveland’s Strategic Summit with Executive Director Jacob VanSickle. Then we catch up with long distance traveler Stephen Swift as he is about to complete his 6 year, 26,000 mile journey. And, finally a most enlightening conversation with frame builder and tool maker Joe Roggenbuck.

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Caron Whitaker from the LAB talks about the upcoming Senate AV Start Act and the possible ramifications if it passes. Luke Humphreys, new CEO of Pacenti Cycle Design brings us up to speed on the company. Simon Firth – a history!

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Stocking stuffers from Planet Bike with Kristin Wentworth. A short history and rundown on The Assault on Mt. Mitchell with ride director Katie Jordan. Great conversation with cyclist Marty Jemison about his tour company.

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We discuss The California Camp Fire with Travis from Paul Components. New triathlon, SOS Cape Cod is our next subject. Then, it’s the tariffs as we learn why Zak Pashak from Detroit Bikes had his attorney withdraw a 201 petition. Finally, it’s a philosophical discussion about autonomous vehicles – AV – the programmers and the dilemmas that must be faced when faced with dangerous situations.

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