Trails of Two Bikes

Welcome everyone to the Trails of Two Bikes Podcast! Recording live from the F-150 studios on the road down to Mountain Creek, we’re back after a long summer hiatus. In this episode, we catch up on why it's been so long since our last recording—from the stress of selling a home, relocating states to officially settle into New Hampshire, and taking on extra parenting duties over a busy summer. Between unpacking and adulting, we recount our recent riding trips to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and a chaotic visit to Killington, where the trucks transmission leak accidentally lubricated our bike brakes and sent Jen into a brake-less panic on the trail. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and tune in as we unpack moving madness, trail mishaps, and our excitement to get back on the bikes for Oktoberfest weekend at Mountain Creek!

Welcome back to another episode of the Trails of Two Bikes Podcast! Recording live from the F-150 studios on the long drive home through Pennsylvania, we are diving straight into part two of our Snowshoe Downhill Southeast adventure. This time, it’s all about the high stakes, heavy nerves, and pure chaos of race day Sunday. The morning kicks off with special guest Emily diving into solo practice laps. Meanwhile, co-host Jen breaks down a Sunday morning practice run that can only be described as a literal dumpster fire. Tune in as she recounts fogged-up goggles, hugging trees, wanting to toss her bike, and sustaining a brutal inner-thigh saddle bruise that had her ready to pull out of the race entirely. But the adventure doesn't stop there! Hear how Devon saves the day by dragging Jen over to the Basin side for a much-needed confidence-boosting Dream Weaver lap to prove she actually remembers how to ride a bike. So buckle up, grab a seat (or a saddle), and come along as we unpack the mental rollercoasters, physical mishaps, and ultimate triumphs of an unforgettable downhill race weekend!

Welcome to another episode of the Trails of Two Bikes Podcast! Recording on our way back from West Virginia for this part 1 of a 2 part series, we're joined by special guest Emily to recap an epic eighth-grade graduation trip to Snowshoe for the Downhill Southeast race. From truck-stop camping and Cosmic Brownie chases to watching storms over Seneca Rocks and a quick creek-fishing mission, the journey down to Snowshoe was an adventure of its own. Once at the mountain, we tackle the massive 1.7-mile downhill race course. Tune in as we break down the late-night track walks, the decision to tape off the "Cupcake" drop for amateurs, navigating the janky b-lines, and surviving a slick, rocky fresh track. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and come along on another one of our epic adventures!

Welcome all to the Trails of Two Bikes Podcast! This episode kicks off with casual road trip banter before diving into a secret "covert operation" to surprise Jen with her dream custom TR11 bike frame. After detailing her emotional reaction and an initial debate over SRAM versus Shimano drivetrain for e-bikes, we share highlights from riding with friends at Highland Bike Park. The narrative takes a dramatic turn at Mountain Creek, recounting a frustrating tire fiasco followed by Jen suffering a painful barrel roll crash. Despite the injury, we find comfort in pizza, ice cream, and bike community camaraderie. Finally, the episode wraps up with race pacing strategies for Snowshoe, a mindset shift toward enjoying the ride, and a look at future travel and podcast plans. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and come along on this twisty turny adventure!

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Welcome to the Trails of Two Bikes podcast! This episode centers on a major milestone as we share the story of a surprise engagement captured by Jackie Rice. Before we get to the big news, we track Jen’s significant change of heart regarding Mountain Creek, explaining how it went from her least favorite bike park to her absolute favorite. We also recap some successful runs at Highland and the incredible progression Clara has made in the off-season. The discussion includes our crazy season pass purchases this year and a look at the Loam Pass. Finally, we round out the episode with a few personal stories from our off-bike adventures, including Devon’s secret waterfall proposal and dinner at the one and only Downtown Grocery in Ludlow VT. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and come along on a few of our epic adventures!

Welcome all to the Trails of Two Bikes Podcast! In this episode we talk about where we're at with the start of the ride season, the upcoming trip we're starting (non-bike related) and the adventures we plan on having once we're back. We talk about what we expect to see open in the coming days, and what our hopes and dreams are for the season. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and come along on one of our adventures!

Welcome back to the Trails of Two Bikes Podcast! On this episode we talk about the trip we're headed home from and the amazing weather we got to experience on our trip. We dive into the great facilities and activities at Cacapon State Park in West Virginia, and the neat little town of Berkeley Springs WV. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and take a glimpse into one of our epic adventures!

Welcome back to the Trails of Two Bikes Podcast! After a long winter hiatus, we're back on the mics and in the truck headed on our first bike adventure of the year! Listen to what we were up to throughout the winter, and what current adventure we're heading to and some interesting tidbits about our future plans. Off season was full of training and a few key changes we made compared to previous season. Will those changes pay off? We are coming into the 2026 season optimistic and ready to ride. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and come along on another one of our adventures!

Welcome all to the Trails of Two Bikes podcast! In this episode, we recap the end of the season and dive into all the adventures we had toward the end of the year and the quick close to the riding season. We then jump into the holidays and the many adventures still on books for the end of 2025 and start of 2026. So grab a seat (or a saddle) and come along on more of our crazy adventures!