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Robert and his friends Karen and Brian tell of their adventure biking the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. They rented bikes at Fisherman's Wharf and rode across the 1.7 mile bridge into Sausalito for a total of 11 miles. After lunch they
Robert talks about taking your bike on the plane. How to package it in a bike box, bag or solid case. Once packaged, what to expect at the airport. Issues with over-sized and over- weight items will cost you $$$. A set of options include shipp
Robert takes us on a day trip from Cumberland, MD to the Eastern Continental Divide, and then down the mountain for 25 miles to Cumberland. The fun part is traveling the first 15 miles (the steepest on the GAP) via the Western Maryland Scenic R
Robert goes for a Metric Century ride (100k, 62.2 miles). He discusses a metric century, nutrition/hydration aspects, bike electronics, and ride metrics. In addition he does a trail update on the Montour Trail Connector linking the Panhandle Tr
Two route ideas for a weekday or weekend bike ride around the Pittsburgh area. The first ride starts on the Montour Trail, boards the Port Authority "T" at Library Station and exits at Station Square. Then to the South Side Trail to lunch spot
This is the final Episode of the Summer Trail Update Series (2019). The Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail runs from Lisbon, Ohio to Washingtonville, Ohio. There are plans to establish a trail network from near East Liverpool Ohio to Lake Erie
Robert rides the full length of Pittsburgh's Montour Trail, one of the country's longest and most beautiful trails. From mile "0" in Coraopolis to the "T" station in Library, Robert provides narrative on the trail Special cautions on the cons
This is a summer 2019 update of the Wheeling Heritage Trail. Robert discovers a police safety caution on riding this trail. He reads the Wheeling Police Department statement regarding three robberies, in two months, on the trail.This update di
Episode 14 explores the Conotton Creek Trail in Jewett Ohio. The 11.2 mile trail runs between Jewett, Ohio and Bowerston, Ohio. This is the old roadbed of the Wheeling & Lake Erie Railroad. It has an aging asphalt surface. The trail is basic
In Episode 13 we ride the Panhandle Trail from Walkers Mill to Weirton, WV. This trail evaluation is mid-summer 2019 and reveals current conditions on the trail. This is the first in a series of trail updates. The Walkers Mill end has recently
This episode features an interview with two Boy Scouts from Chicago describing their efforts to earn a Merit Badge in Cycling. They require a 50 mile ride and they came to Pittsburgh to fulfill that requirement.The boys talk about getting read
This Episode provides a report on the condition of the Montour Trail and the Panhandle Trail. There are a number of construction areas along Montour Trail this spring. Largest of which is the Southern Beltway that crosses the trail in McDonald
Guest is Cheryl from Ann Arbor, MI. She is an experienced ultra-runner and shares her experiences in running in very cold weather. Cyclists endure many of the same issues. Cheryl wrote an article for Steel City Cycologists on endurance in frigi
Episode 7 is the first of two episodes on the Great Allegheny Passage. In this podcast Robert and Chris go into detail on mapping software, what to pack for the road-trip and note that the bikes, under load, weighed in at 50 pounds. That will c
In Episode 5 - Robert and Chris talk about nutrition and hydrations needs when out of the road or trail. Hydration needs are discussed first. Topics include discussions on the use of popular hydration products, like Tailwind, as well as recover
Episode 9 features a visit to the Abandoned Turnpike near Breezewood interchange on the PA Turnpike. This 13 mile section was abandoned in 1968 when three tunnels and a service plaza were bypassed. The property is closed to the public but bike
Episode 6 features an in-depth discussion about the connection between cycling and running. Some cyclists also include running in their routine. Some runners augment their training with cycling.Chris is an ultra-runner turned cyclist. (But run
Episode 8 picks up where Episode 7 ended. The previous episode described in detail the preparations for riding the GAP. This podcast provides day-by-day details on the actual trip. Chris used mapping software during day one on the ride from Co
Robert introduces himself and tells what he rides and where he rides. He then provides a preview of upcoming episodes of Steel City Cycologist. The podcasts cover bikes and equipment, area trails, riding the Great Allegheny Passage, and an emp
In Episode 4, Robert and Chris talk about getting the bike ready to ride in this new season. They discuss maintenance basics, what to carry out on the road. Considering tubeless tires? Listen to their experiences with tubeless tires in a vari
In Episode 2 Robert discusses bike logs and the metrics associated with cycling. Downloadable logs are on the steelcitycycologist.com website in both a basic and advanced format.Robert also presents a do-it-yourself project for a "bike caddy".
Co-hosts Robert and Chris discuss bike safety. Use of on-board bike cameras are discussed. A look at hazards out on the road with motorists and discussion of close encounters of the hosts. Also description of the RoadID App and how it aids safe
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