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A free entry to Bicycle Ride Across Georgia sounds too good to be real, but we make it real and we make it fun. We share the details on our Big BRAG 2027 guess-the-route contest, including how the points work, what you can win beyond registration, and why listening for clues can give you a serious edge before you submit your cities.

We also catch up like we always do, with road stories that remind us why we love travel and bikes in the first place. Adam takes us to a transportation conference in San Antonio where the “small room” rehearsal turns into a big-stage moment, complete with heart-pounding first words and a teleprompter that belongs in the complaint hall of fame. Then we detour to the River Walk and the Alamo, including a quirky preservation detail you probably have never heard.

From there, we celebrate a milestone: four years of podcasting, 135 episodes, and 137,573 downloads. We run a listener spotlight that lands on Des Plaines, Illinois, and we jump into part two of our holiday gift giving guide with picks for cyclists, golfers, coffee lovers, and anyone chasing leisure, including practical safety gear like a bright rear light. We also highlight Cranksgiving for Christmas on the Silver Comet Trail and take a sober moment to honor a rider lost in a North Carolina crash.

If you enjoy cycling stories, bike culture, holiday gift ideas, and a little friendly chaos, subscribe, share this with a riding buddy, and leave us a review. What city list are you submitting for the Big BRAG 2027 route guess?

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Adam and Michael’s friendship has grown through years of shared miles, challenges, and laughter on the bike. Their passion for cycling has carried them through life’s twists and turns, creating a bond full of stories, jokes, and unforgettable rides. In their podcast, they bring that same spirit to the mic—sharing adventures, trading banter, and welcoming listeners into their cycling community. Whether tackling steep climbs or cruising open roads, their conversations capture the fun, friendship, and freedom that cycling brings. Tune in for stories that celebrate the ride and the camaraderie that makes it unforgettable.

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