Pedal The Springs

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 #yourbasecampforadventure

Pedal The Springs is a health podcast hosted by Torie Giffin, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Torie Giffin hosts Pedal The Springs, a health show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #49

  49: MedWheel: Trails, Community & What's Next for Pikes Peak Region

  Sep 8, 202645 min

  What does it take to create, protect and maintain the trails we love? Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates (MedWheel) talk about their history, the story behind their name, and more than three decades of trail building, maintenance, advocacy and stewardship throughout the Pikes Peak Region. From Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Lake Moraine and Pikes Peak to Blodgett Open Space, Forest Lakes and Pikeview Quarry, we hear what it takes to turn trail ideas into reality. We also talk about working with different land users, the future of mountain biking and bicycle tourism in Colorado Springs, and MedWheel’s philosophy: “Trails heal us. We heal the trails.” Want to help? Join, volunteer and “create the world you want to live in.” View the video of this conversation on YouTube . Host: Torie Giffin, Owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Cory Sutella, Executive Director Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Lezlie McKenna, Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Board Treasurer Shayne McCormick, Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Board LINKS & THINGS MENTIONED Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates / MedWheel Hivepass App — MedWheel membership, events & volunteer opportunities Search Hivepass in the Apple App Store or Google Play Bicycle Colorado Bike Clinic Too Bike Colorado Springs Colorado Mountain Bike Coalition (COMTB) Colorado Parks & Wildlife Colorado’s Ride — Bill Plock COTREX - Colorado Trail Explorer by Colorado Parks & Wildlife Give Pikes Peak Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) Ostroy Pedestrian & Cycle Manitou Springs (PaCMan) Pikes Peak Outdoors Pikeview Quarry Bike Park Routes Outfitter Trailforks Trails & projects mentioned: Lake Moraine Trail, Pikes Peak Plummet, Spring Creek, Stephanie’s Trail, Upper Codell Trail at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Fountain Valley School race trail, Forest Lakes–715 Connector, Mt. Herman Trail Network, Blodgett Open Space, the North and South Slopes of Pikes Peak and Pikeview Quarry Bike Park. Pedal the Springs shares the people, places, organizations and stories that make the Pikes Peak Region an incredible place to ride. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves cycling, community, and making the Pikes Peak Region an even better place to live and ride. Pedal the Springs is produced by Studio809 Podcasts from The Next Us in Downtown Colorado Springs and presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at bicycleresort.com for more information.

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  Episode #48

  48: The Game that Changes How You Ride with Michael Watry

  Aug 25, 202638 min

  What if every bike ride became a game—and the goal wasn’t just speed or distance, but exploring somewhere new? Longtime friend and local cyclist Michael Watry introduces us to Wandrer, a worldwide exploration game where every new mile earns a point, and taking the road less traveled can lead to unexpected scenery, hidden neighborhoods, trails and adventures. Michael shares how Wandrer has changed the way he rides at home and while traveling, his adventures with SOCO Velo and the Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe, and some of the cycling challenges he’s taken on over the years. We also talk about his life beyond the bike as a musician and how he and his wife, watercolor artist Lorraine Watry, are embracing their empty-nester years with new adventures and creative pursuits. And stick around—Michael gives a sample of his music at the end. Host: Torie Giffin, Host of Pedal the Springs Podcast and Owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guest: Michael Watry, longtime friend and Wandrer Watch this episode on YouTube Learn More: Bear Creek Canyon https Black Rose Acoustic Society ⁠ Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Cheyenne Mountain State Park Colorado’s Ride Criterium Bicycles ⁠ Lorraine Watry Studio ⁠ Make-A-Wish Colorado⁠ OpenStreetMap Red Rock Canyon Open Space Ride with GPS ⁠ SOCO Velo Squad Rats Strava Triple Bypass Wandrer Follow Pedal The Springs for more stories from the people, places, and events that make Colorado Springs one of America’s great cycling communities. Pedal the Springs is presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at bicycleresort.com for more information. Episodes are produced by Studio 809 Podcasts, and recorded in the community podcast studio at The Next Us . Find other great podcasts produced in and for the Pikes Peak Region - at studio809podcasts.com

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  Episode #47

  47: Empowering Kids through Bikes

  Aug 15, 202642 min

  Promoting confidence, independence, as well as mental and physical health by teaching kids how to safely ride a bike. Local non-profit Kids on Bikes, introduces kids to cycling through summer camps and earn-a-bike programs in the Pikes Peak region. Daniel and Aspen from Kids on Bikes discuss the positive impact of cycling for children, families, and the Colorado Springs community. They celebrate 10 years of the Pedal Station, and how this program supports local cyclists and the Kids on Bikes mission. If you are a parent, grandparent, or if you simply believe every child deserves to thrive, then this episode is for you! Host: Torie Giffin, Owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Daniel Byrd, Executive Director of Kids on Bikes Aspen Saren, Development Director Learn More: Summer Bike Camps - sign up early in January! Earn a Bike Program - After School Curriculum Program Pedal Station Community Bike Center Chasing & Cycling Santa Toy Drive Community Events: Popcycle Ride - family friendly ride Upcoming Fundraisers: Kids on Bikes Luncheon 12 Hour Trainer Challenge Fundraiser - Dec 5 - 7 am to 7 pm - peer to peer fundraiser Links: Kids on Bikes Pedal Station Mountain Equipment Recyclers Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Follow Pedal The Springs for more stories from the people, places, and events that make Colorado Springs one of America’s great cycling communities. Pedal the Springs is presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at bicycleresort.com for more information. Episodes are produced by Studio 809 Podcasts, and recorded in the community podcast studio at The Next Us . Find other great podcasts produced in and for the Pikes Peak Region - at studio809podcasts.com

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  Episode #46

  46: Rider Spotlight: Beth Roalstad - Building Community on Two Wheels

  Jul 28, 202631 min

  Women’s Cycling & Homeward Pikes Peak What do cycling and community change have in common? According to Beth Roalstad, they both bring people together, build trust, and create opportunities to change lives. My longtime friend Beth Roalstad, CEO of Homeward Pikes Peak, talks about two of her greatest passions: cycling and building stronger communities. We discuss how Beth discovered cycling, what she’s learned from more than 20 years of cycling and building community in Colorado Springs, and why she launched the Wednesday Women’s Ride at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. She shares why women-only rides create such a special sense of encouragement, friendship, and belonging for riders of all experience levels. As a longtime social worker, Beth also offers a thoughtful perspective on homelessness in Colorado Springs. She explains how seeing the person first—not just the circumstance—can help create real change. We talk about practical, compassionate ways cyclists and trail users can respond when encountering someone experiencing homelessness, and how to connect people with trained outreach professionals instead of simply moving on. Host: Torie Giffin, Owner Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guest: Beth Roalstad, CEO Homeward Pikes Peak & Leader Wednesday Women’s Ride. In this episode: Beth’s cycling journey and becoming a community bike leader Why cycling builds friendships that last a lifetime The Buffalo Lodge Wednesday Women’s Ride (6:00 p.m. through September) Creating welcoming spaces for women on bikes Seeing the person first when addressing homelessness Practical tips for trail users encountering someone in need The work of Homeward Pikes Peak and its Street Outreach Team Organizations working together to support our community Favorite local rides, including Garden of the Gods and Cherry Creek Trail Ideas for improving cycling infrastructure throughout Colorado Springs Organizations & Resources Mentioned Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Homeward Pikes Peak Homeward Pikes Peak Street Outreach COS Outreach (Give Help / Get Help reporting tool) The Place (Youth Services) HelpCOS Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Colorado Springs Police Department Homeless Outreach Team Colorado Springs Fire Department The Salvation Army Family Shelter Springs Rescue Mission Follow Pedal The Springs for more stories from the people, places, and events that make Colorado Springs one of America’s great cycling communities. Pedal the Springs is presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at bicycleresort.com for more information. Episodes are produced by Studio 809 Podcasts, and recorded in the community podcast studio at The Next Us . Find other great podcasts produced in and for the Pikes Peak Region - at studio809podcasts.com

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  Episode #45

  45: Manitou E-Bike Co. How E-Bikes are Opening the Outdoors to Everyone

  Jul 20, 202635 min

  Greg Cobble, owner of Manitou E-Bikes, talks with host Torie Giffin about helping people get back on bikes through the power of e-bikes. They discuss how to choose the right e-bike, battery care, e-bike classes, where you can ride, beginner lessons, test rides, rentals, and available rebates of up to $225. Also hear about Manitou E-Bikes’ support of the Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb, including the Velotric Demo Day on August 2 and the Velotric E-Bike Giveaway on August 4. Like, subscribe, and keep pedaling! Host: Torie Giffin, Owner Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guest: Greg Cobble, owner of Manitou E-Bike Co. LEARN MORE: Pikes Peak Cycle to the Summit & Velotric Summit ll E-Bike Giveaway Manitou E-Bike Co. Manitou Springs Rad Power Bike Red Rock Canyon Open Space Garden of the Gods Gold Camp Tunnels Manitou Spokes Rampart Range Road Trails End Taproom Bike Brands Aventon Aima Gazelle MacFox Urtopia Velotric Zeus Follow Pedal The Springs for more stories from the people, places, and events that make Colorado Springs one of America’s great cycling communities. Pedal the Springs is presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at bicycleresort.com for more information. Episodes are produced by Studio 809 Podcasts, and recorded in the community podcast studio at The Next Us . Find other great podcasts produced in and for the Pikes Peak Region - at studio809podcasts.com

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