Episode 142: Let's get training

The Gnar Gnomie (Josh), The Lawyer (Alex), and the Apparel Man (Pete) sit down and recap the Dirty Sheets Gravel Grinder race they all attended. For Alex this was just another gravel race but for Josh and Pete this was a first. Hear about the experience as a whole from veterans and newbies. Also Alex went to Jarrod's after a long hiatus and broke in his new enduro bike. Learn about the latest trails there and how gnarly it is. We also just catch up on the latest general rides and how the rest of the year is shaping up. Enjoy gnar gnation!

That's right folks it is prime riding weather and the Gnar Gnomies are here for it! We recap the Quick 6 race, discuss the upcoming Dirty Sheets Gravel Grinder race, our latest rides and gear talk, and much much more. This is a good catch up between The Lawyer and the Chief Gnar Gnome so hope you enjoy Gnar Gnation!

If you have been to a mountain bike race, festival, or a 4 wheeling event in the southeast you have probably seen or heard of Eric Hagan. The dude is the life of the party, the man on the mic, spitting one liners for days, and keeping the overall stoke for life super high. Eric has been through countless trials and tribulations yet continues to keep the vibes high through it all. The loud mouth of the south also has a new clothing brand that you must check out called South Trail Head (most clever shirts in the market). Which is also where you will normally see Eric hanging out at his local trails in Oak Mountain, AL. You will definitely have some laughs on this one Gnar Gnation. Excited for you to get to know a guy that has achieved his ultimate Gnarvana! Use code GnarGnomies15 for discount on South Trail Head merch!https://southtrailhead.com/ https://www.instagram.com/southtrailhead/ https://www.instagram.com/ericnhagan/

Gnar Gnation, the Gnar Gnomies are in training mode! Some of them are gearing up for the Dirty Sheets Gravel Grinder, another is getting ready for a half iron man (special guest The Outlaw of Josey Wales) others are just trying to get in shape to keep up at the Brethren dirt church. Regardless school is back, summer is over, and routine is the name of the game. The Cycling Lawyer and the Gnar Gnome talk new wheels made of string, recent rides, new watering holes, night riding, the flow state, and what is coming down pipe. Hope you enjoy and let us know what we should make the next conversation for the podcast focused around in cycling!

We were due for another catch up with the Gnar Gnome and The Lawyer on how the summer is wrapping up and what we are looking forward to. So took a break on some guests and discussed latest rides out at Chicopee's new Coyote trails and the Conyers Horse Park/Olympic trails. Also wrapped on the second half of the MTB Mayhem trip at Fire Mtn, discussed some upcoming races, and of course had to cover the latest hot takes in gear. (Yes Alex made some more purchases) So make sure you have a cold one (cause it is freaking hot in GA) and listen in to the good ole fashion round up!

I met Brian Fox when he was doing his stunt show at the Roswell bike festival and knew I had to have this guy on the podcast. I always knew he was a legend in the BMX scene but the dude has so much more than just X Games Medals and accolades. This dude loves all things bicycle and loaded up with stories. From starting a bike scene in the greater Athens area, to running bike shops, doing stunt shows and competitions around the world, this guy has done it all. On any give day you will see him on the MTB, road bike, gravel bike or bmx shredding in every capacity. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show gnar gnation cause it is about to get really gnarly! https://www.instagram.com/brianfoxbmx/ https://www.statestreetbicycles.com/ https://www.instagram.com/suburbancyclesathens/ https://www.instagram.com/suburbancyclesbuford/ https://www.instagram.com/statestreetbicycles/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdhkcmuCybfvYD7Gnp0pI1w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEeu_Voz-PU&t=7s https://www.foxbmxstuntshow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/foxbmxstuntshow/

The Gnar Gnomies and Brethren went on an adventure in Western North Carolina. Day one was taking on the classic Tsali Trail system and day two was Fire Mountain in Cherokee, NC. Spoiler alert, the trails were awesome each in their own special, and unique ways. Tsali giving us some fast XC riding with epic views and Fire Mtn the Gnar enduro style riding. This podcast was recorded at Pete in our groups campground, Rose Creek between the Tsali and Fire Mountain days. We got to hear from most of the fellas in the group, and just a fun casual roundtable on a rad dude trip. Hope you enjoy! Use Gnar Gnomies to save 50 percent off your stay at Rose Creek Campground. https://rosecreekcamping.com/

Not only did he survive folks, the dude thrived. We think The Lawyer has found his new true passion of offroad cycling sub culture, gravel endurance cycling. You can tell in this episode the fire is lit deep inside his gnarvana soul that he yearns for the champagne gravel and sufferfest. We hear about the insanely gnarly conditions of this years Unbound race and what he went through from start to finish. So throw all that wet riding gear in the dryer, kick back with your favorite bevi and enjoy this episode Gnar Gnation! His coach: https://www.instagram.com/travis_mccabe/?next=%2F Coaching company: https://www.instagram.com/boundlesscoaching_/?next=%2F His Bike: https://www.instagram.com/laufcycles/?next=%2F His tires: https://www.instagram.com/conti_bicycle/?next=%2F His groupset: https://www.instagram.com/sramroad/?next=%2F

We got Angel on to share his story of bikes, running one of the most successful bike shops in GA, shutting it down after a long good run, taking time off and traveling the country, and then coming back in a different way to the GA bike scene. Great to be able to share a positive story of a bike shop that is actually coming back into the GA market rather than another one shutting down. We discuss how the look and feel of a bike shop is changing to stay alive and what he is doing to try to set himself up for success. About Sixes Pit GarageSixes Pit Garage was built on a simple idea: bikes bring people together.What started years ago as a community bike shop has evolved into a more personal, rider-focused experience centered around quality service, honest communication, and a genuine passion for cycling. Today, Sixes Pit Garage operates from the home front, allowing us to provide one-on-one attention, flexible scheduling, pickup and drop-off options, and a level of care that can be difficult to find in larger retail environments.This is a new chapter for Sixes Pit Garage, but the mission remains the same:Build community. Do great work. Help people ride.Let Me Ride.Book an appointment with him now: https://book.squareup.com/appointments/1e7fod2dwgwfe2/location/DD7KKK7B9HF4Y/services

MTB Lawyer is packing up the drop bar gravel bike and ready to hit up one of the largest offroad cycling races in the world Unbound! We discuss how the race is looking to shake out as it is just a couple days out. Months and month of training and preparation have led up to this moment! It is game time for the Gnar Gnomie to make us all proud! We also chat about the Gnar Gnomes new bike, and some latest regular mtb rides. So clip into your SPD pedals and have you a listen Gnar Gnation!