The Pedalshift Project is a series of conversations, thoughts, and experiments on bicycle adventures. It's the companion show to Pedalshift.net, bringing stories from the road, interviews from fellow bike tourists, plus tips, tricks and ideas on how to tour more. Let's shrink the world by bike.
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Hi - I'm Abi, your friendly neighborhood newbie, brokie, music producer. Join me on my wild musical safari journey as I navigate the twists and turns of the young producer life, exploring and figuring it all out one episode at a time. Get ready for an electrifying adventure complete with incredible guests, wild challenges, honest takes, and a (very) generous dose of humor. Join the ride and let's embark on this musical odyssey together!
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A podcast about bicycle touring lifestyle - from tips and tricks to how to ride your ride. Let's shrink the world by bike.
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63. Ryan Schumer’s Recording & Mixing Secrets (Burna Boy, Shawn Mendes)
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14:09Abi sits down with audio engineer Ryan Schumer (Burna Boy, Shawn Mendes) to dive into the underrated details of recording and mixing. From overlooked techniques to practical advice for producers and engineers, Ryan shares real-world insights from behind the board. Whether you're just starting out or deep in the game, don't miss these exclusive tips…
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Spring Break: Filling in the Blanks Part 2
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37:06Part 2 of 2. My three day weekend tour was about to be washed out by the remnants of yet another hurricane rolling through the area. And since the C&O isn’t exactly the best trail in a soaker, it was a good idea to reverse course and head back to my cabin. But would the tropical gusher wipe me out or would my “special” river crossing be impossible …
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Spring Break: Filling in the Blanks Part 1
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38:54They say you only live once and some people shorten that up to YOLO, turn that into a verb and make questionable decisions. Sometimes that’s a pathway to adventure. And sometimes, it’s a convenient excuse to do things you aren’t supposed to. On my first day to complete a full ride of the C&O in 2020, I YOLO’d more than I typically YOLO.…
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62. Music Production Content Creation Tips: Watch This First!
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9:19Abi sat down with Engineer and Content Creator Cato Zane to dive deep into her journey in the world of content creation. Discover the valuable lessons Cato has learned along the way and hear her top tips for aspiring content creators who are looking to break through and make their mark in the industry. Whether you're just starting out or looking to…
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I'd ridden an ok amount that year, but to be honest, as the year was winding down I realized there were two spots I always hit that I haven't been to yet. So I needed to play a little clean up and get wheels down on those two gems! In part 2, I revisit one of my favorite campsites… maybe one of my single favorite places I can get to from home, by b…
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I'd ridden an ok amount that year, but to be honest, as the year was winding down I realized there were two spots I always hit that I haven't been to yet. So I needed to play a little clean up and get wheels down on those two gems! In part 1, I tackle the big hill on the Cumberland side of the Great Allegheny Passage!…
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61. Game Changing Career Advice from Grammy-Winning Engineer Dacota G (Childish Gambino, Diplo)
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13:33Abi sat down with Grammy Award-winning mix engineer Dacota G (known for his work with Childish Gambino and Diplo) shares invaluable career insights for up-and-coming engineers and producers. Discover the "big three" lessons he wishes he had known when starting out, along with his top advice to help you succeed in the music industry. Don't miss thes…
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Spring Break: A Game of Chance - Part 2
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25:22As I said last time… sometimes bad ideas go good, and good ideas go bad. And then there’s the latest bonkers idea of a tour I had… a game of chance. In the final installment, we learn preparation can sometimes be the key to a good tour, or it can mean you carry a lot in your panniers more for show. Originally podcast October 28, 2021.…
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Spring Break: A Game of Chance - Part 1
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28:48Sometimes bad ideas go good, and good ideas go bad. And then there’s the bonkers idea of a tour I had… a game of chance. In the first of two parts, let’s see how random selection of route, direction and more makes for a tour. Where are we going – chance decides! Originally podcast October 21, 2011.Oleh Tim Mooney
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60. Exclusive Interview with Grammy-Winning Engineer Renegade El Rey | Music Production Tips & Advice
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17:17Abi sat down with Grammy Award-winning mix engineer Renegade El Rey (known for his work with Big Boi and Killer Mike) to discuss his unique recording approach, the impact of Hip Hop on his sound, and his expert advice for up-and-coming producers and engineers. Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The new Audio Adventure C…
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400: Celebrating 400 Episodes [Live]
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51:57Four hundred episodes into this project, we gathered together on April 11, 2025 for a live show to celebrate the occasion. On this edition I revealed a new tour, announced a short spring break (with episodes, never fear!), and did some Ask Me Anythings! Pedalshift 400 Live Hey check out the video if that's your bag... https://www.youtube.com/live/E…
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399: Cycling US National Parks in 2025
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21:56It’s planning season for spring and summer tours! But if you’re in the US or planning a bike adventure here, there’s some real question marks about our national park system. From budget cuts to layoffs and reinstatements to ever-increasing demand… is this the right year to consider a trip through Yellowstone or Shenandoah? Pedalshift 400 Live Hold …
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58. Bryn Bliska's Insights on Touring with Maggie Rogers and Karol G
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20:41Abi sits down with Bryn Bliska—producer, musician, sound designer, and musical director—to discuss the behind-the-scenes process of creating live shows for artists like Maggie Rogers and Karol G. Bryn also shares invaluable advice for up-and-coming musicians looking to dive into the world of live music. Don’t miss these exclusive tips and insights!…
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Best of Pedalshift 287: Gifts Ideas for a Person on a Bike Tour
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15:38We’re often asked what you should get someone into bike touring… but what about a gift for a friend or loved one who is literally in the middle of a bike tour? Inspired by a Reddit thread, but not one of *those* Reddit threads… some fun ideas that would really help make someone’s tour! Originally podcast July 21, 2022.…
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The Florida adventure is in the rear view mirror but I have so many lessons learned from this trip… and I’ll share a bunch of them with you here on the takeaways edition to close out the trip. Hold the date… Pedalshift 400 Live will be Friday April 11th at 8pm ET - 5pm PT. Check out Pedlashift on YouTube or pedalshift.net/live for more. Ask Me Anyt…
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57. Master Personal Branding in the Audio Industry
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25:51Want to know the secret to attracting clients as a music producer or audio engineer? Abi sits down with Carl Bahner—producer, engineer, and educator—to discuss his journey and the key mindsets that helped him build a successful career. Discover how to attract the right clients, keep your calendar full, and take your career to the next level! Follow…
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The previous day’s winds having ebbed, it was time to ride a full day again. And with grayer skies and the winds more at my back than my face, day 3 got things back on track. Would last year’s free campsite be as welcoming on this trip? Pedalshift 400 Live Hold the date… Pedalshift 400 Live will be Friday April 11th at 8pm ET - 5pm PT. Check out Pe…
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56. Suzy Shin Reveals Her SECRET to Success as a Music Producer
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15:05What's the secret to success as a music producer? Abi chats with Suzy Shinn- producer, engineer, and songwriter—about her journey and the key mindsets needed to thrive in the audio industry. 🚀 Don’t miss these invaluable insights! Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The new Audio Adventure Club (FB Group): https://www.fa…
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The previous day’s winds having ebbed, it was time to ride a full day again. And with grayer skies and the winds more at my back than my face, day 3 got things back on track. Would last year’s free campsite be as welcoming on this trip? Pedalshift 400 Live Hold the date… Pedalshift 400 Live will be Friday April 11th at 8pm ET - 5pm PT. Check out Pe…
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55. Secrets of a Grammy Award Winning Guitarist
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16:44Abi sat down with Latin Grammy Award-Winning Guitarist Camilo Velandia, who has played with Camila Cabello, Luis Fonsi, and more. They dove into his secret sauce, approach to recording, tone, and session work, plus insider tips for guitarists and producers! Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The new Audio Adventure Club…
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Best of Pedalshift 290: Beginner Mistakes
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25:28I used to do a beginners series on the show (and hope to do another again) but never did a whole show on “don’t make the same mistake I did.” So, on this episode… mistakes to avoid as a beginner! Originally podcast July 21, 2022.Oleh Tim Mooney
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54. Can You REALLY Make Money Running a Recording Studio? (The Truth May Shock You!)
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29:12Is opening a studio profitable? 🎧 Abi chats with Brad Smalling, Engineer & Founder of Evergroove Studios, to uncover the realities, challenges, and benefits. Don’t miss his hard truths and expert advice! Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The new Audio Adventure Club (FB Group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/140335221…
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There are few rules in bicycle adventures, but I am a firm believer in the one that says you do not taunt the bike touring gods. Day 1 was a breeze, I said! The bike gods respond with a breeze of their own. Would their wrath of headwinds push me to screeching halt on my way to Daytona? Pedalshift 400 Live Hold the date… Pedalshift 400 Live will be …
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The first day of the Florida Coast adventure starts from the cooler air of Jacksonville, carrying me south through a series of beach towns on the way to a state park outside of St. Augustine with two entrances… the short way has a locked gate… would I be able to get through or have to go all the way back around (complete with extra miles) to get to…
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My annual tradition of a winter ride in the sunshine state continues! Unlike past years, I’m shaking things up with the start and focusing on a coastal ride along the East Coast Greenway before turning inland. But the Florida Coast is the name of the game for this adventure, and on this episode we preview the ride! Florida Coast Preview The ride Ja…
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Best of Pedalshift 292: Touring Bike Essentials
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35:10I ride three different bikes for touring, and each one has plusses and minuses depending on what kind of ride I’m looking for. But if you’re new to bike touring or looking for another bike, what should you be thinking about? On this episode, the things I look for in a touring bike! Originally podcast August 11, 2022.…
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So I successfully rode 75 miles on a single charge of my eBike battery (with a little bit of a top off!). What did I learn from the adventure and what does it mean for future trips with my ebike? eBike Range Test Takeaways 75ish miles is pretty great with a little top off… that’s amazing for the C&O and other reasonably flat terrain! 1.Battery Mana…
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53. The Secret Sauce of the Producer Behind Chris Brown & H.E.R.
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21:45Abi sat down with Producer EVO (Chris Brown, H.E.R., Cardiak) to uncover the secrets to success in the audio industry. Learn his "secret sauce" for working with top artists and get valuable advice for up-and-coming producers and engineers! Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The new Audio Adventure Club (FB Group): https…
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52. The Harsh Reality of Being an Audio Engineer in 2025: What You NEED to Know
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16:12Ever wondered how to make audio engineering your long-term career? 🎧 Abi sits down with Athena Wilkinson, Engineer and Project Manager at Evergroove Studios, to uncover the realities of building a sustainable career in audio engineering. Athena shares valuable insights, hard truths, and practical advice you won’t want to miss! Follow us for show up…
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On this episode we ride from my cabin to Cumberland, MD on the C&O towpath to see if we can squeeze 75 miles out of my eBike battery! With only one real opportunity to top off, this is a real test with fairly unfun consequences if I run out… did I make it or did I have to pedal the last bit without that little extra boost? Quick programming note… t…
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51. Secrets Grammy-Winning Producers Don’t Want You to Know
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33:19Ever wondered how Grammy-winning producers think? Abi sat down with Grammy Award-winning producer Devine Evans (Rihanna, Camila Cabello, Pharrell Williams) to uncover the secrets to his success, mindset hacks, and keys to a lasting music career. Don’t miss these wild insights! 🚀 Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The ne…
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On this episode we turn the page back to last fall when I did a secret mini tour with a big purpose… to test the range of my eBike battery on the C&O trail! Can I stretch one full charge enough to get a full day’s ride in with all of the pedal assist I want? Let’s find out the hard way! eBike Range Test Preview The ride Cabin to Cumberland, road an…
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On this edition of the pod, we kick off 2025 with the intent to make it a year of celebration in a time of loss for me. But celebration is more fun, so let’s do that. 2014’s trip was a shout out to my grandmother and 2025 now has to be the same for my dad, who passed away at his home in NY just before Christmas. So, what are we doing by bike to cel…
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50. Film Sound Design PROS Reveal Their Top Secrets!
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18:35In this week’s episode, Abi sits down with Ignacio (Iggy) Zas — composer, producer, engineer, and sound designer. Iggy shares his journey into the world of crafting music and sound design for film and ads, revealing the secret sauce behind creating impactful audio experiences. Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The new …
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Best of Pedalshift 270: Winter Fitness and Bike Maintenance
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27:34With a bunch of snow and ice on the ground where I’m at, it’s a good time to focus on things that will help bike tours coming after the thaw. On this episode, an update on my winter fitness goals, what I’m doing to keep it going plus some ideas on winter bike maintenance. Originally podcast January 20, 2022.…
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49. Can You ACTUALLY Make Money as a Content Creator?
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18:39In this week’s episode, Abi sits down with Sam Loose- musician, producer, engineer, and content creator. Sam shares his journey into content creation, the challenges he’s faced, and the strategies that helped him turn content creation into a sustainable career. #contentcreation #musicproducer #audioengineer #podcast Follow us for show updates and o…
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388: Pedalshift Holiday Spectacular 2024
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15:58Shifty Saves the Holidays! It's an annual tradition around here that we celebrate the holidays with my senior executive producer and best buddy Shifty the Elf celebrating the year that has been. This year, in a nearly all elf-driven plot, our guy Shifty finds the magic in 2024 to make the holidays special once again. Happy holidays all, and see you…
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Best of Pedalshift 231: Exploring Bikepacking
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29:31I’ll admit, I’ve been bikepacking curious for a while. As my touring continues to expand and evolve I’m thinking more about bikepacking options and I thought I’d share the process on the pod. Join me, won’t you? Originally podcast January 28, 2021.Oleh Tim Mooney
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48. Stevie Blacke's STRING ARRANGING SECRETS for Chappell Roan's VMA Performance & Top Artists
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14:24In this week's episode, we sit down with Stevie Blacke—musician, producer, engineer, and master string arranger. Stevie has worked with top artists like Chappell Roan, Snoop Dogg, Pink, and more! Discover his unique approach to arranging strings, his musical journey, and the creative process behind crafting unforgettable music. Whether you're a mus…
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387: Ask Us Anything with Mysterious James
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58:41A repodcast of Pedalshift Live from December 6, 2024 featuring special guest Mysterious James and YOUR questions for a big round of Ask Us Anything. Huge shoutout to the folks that came and made this one of the best live shows yet! 1. Top 3 Must-Have Items for Bike Touring • James: Once considered a cook set essential but now tours stoveless. Value…
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47. We Spent THOUSANDS on Audio School, Was It REALLY Worth It?
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21:04This week, producers Abi and Nitzan are reuniting for an audio school reunion, reflecting on life a little over a year after graduating. After investing in a music production education, they dive into how their careers have evolved and the lessons learned along the way. Has going to audio school truly made a difference? Follow us for show updates a…
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386: NoDak Northern Tier Adventure Takeaways
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25:41Back from North Dakota and the bike-adjacent adventures with national parks, bison and Bromptons... I've got some takeaways to share! Housekeeping Live Show! Friday December 6 at 9pm ET/6pm PT - topics TBA, and of course it’ll be the pod for the next week if you can’t make it live. Links and more at pedalshift.net/live. Shifty the Elf fans? The Hol…
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46. Level Up Your Mixes with these 3 Essential Recording Techniques
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14:14In this week’s episode, we sit down with Andy Baldwin, a producer and engineer who has worked with incredible artists like St. Lucia and Elle King. Andy shares three valuable lessons he’s learned from working on different mixes, breaking down recording techniques that can transform your productions and take your sonics to the next level. Follow us …
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385: NoDak Northern Tier Adventure Part 4
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34:10The final day of the NoDak adventure (finally?) explored the beauty of Medora, North Dakota, on bike, reflecting on the unique experience of cycling the Northern Tier Route. Beautiful views of TR NP, offbeat historical tidbits and some reflections and "what ifs" that prevented me from getting there earlier… all part of the adventure! Housekeeping W…
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45. How Ro Nova Balances Life as a Touring Artist & Producer! Inside Her Live Rig & Vocal Setup!
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14:32In this week’s episode, we chat with artist and producer Ro Nova to get the inside scoop at how Ro Nova balances life as a touring artist & producer! Check out her live rig, vocal setup, advice for up and coming producers and artists, and music production tips. Follow us for show updates and other fun Safari Pedals things! 🔗The new Audio Adventure …
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384: NoDak Northern Tier Adventure Part 3
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30:49A frosty start leads to adventure, navigating through Theodore Roosevelt National Park! From a sub-freezing camping morning to a literal standoff with a bison, listen in as we explore the unique challenges and rewards of fall adventures in one of North Dakota’s most scenic landscapes. Housekeeping We’re shifting the schedule around a bit here as we…
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44. The Handmade Guitar Pedals You Didn't Know You Needed.
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20:58In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Muir, Founder of Supercool Pedals, to dive into the art and inspiration behind his custom, handmade guitar pedals. Jamie is redefining the guitar pedal industry by crafting unique designs that not only sound amazing but also bring a distinct aesthetic to each pedal. Join us as we discuss Jamie's journey to fo…
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383: NoDak Northern Tier Adventure Part 2
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57:44Starting from Fargo and driving clear across North Dakota, I had little to prepare me for what awaited on the western edge of the state. But would I see the bison that I low key really wanted to see, and would some discovered damage on the Brompton scuttle the bikey part of this bike adjacent adventure? Housekeeping We’re shifting the schedule arou…
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43. The Must-Have Guitar Pedal You Didn’t Know You Needed!
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18:31In this week’s episode, we sit down with Evan Haymond, founder of Orange County Pedal Co., for an in-depth look into his world of guitar pedals! Evan shares his journey from the first spark of inspiration to launching the Buena Park Boost pedal, offering insights into the creative process of pedal design and the challenges of running a pedal compan…
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Best of Pedalshift 174: Bicycle Touring Etiquette
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34:40We all want to do the right thing, hopefully, and within any community there’s an unwritten code of conduct for proper behavior so we can all get along. On this episode, we cover some of those rules of bicycle touring etiquette! Originally podcast August 15, 2019.Oleh Tim Mooney
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