Road Adventures of Cycling Men of Leisure
Adam and Michael’s friendship is built on a shared love of cycling. From tough trails to leisurely rides, their adventures are filled with stories, banter, and authentic connection. Their podcast blends entertaining anecdotes, heartfelt conversations, and cycling excitement—welcoming you into their community and the joy of the open road.
Episodes
91 episodes
Two Friends Trade Bike Routes For Hidden Disney History
Ever notice how your feet slow down in Epcot or how an ugly wall disappears into the trees? We spent a chilly Florida week trading climbs for castles and pulled back the curtain on the design choices that steer your attention, shape your pace, ...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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52:22
We Went To Podfest And All We Got Was A Better Golf Swing
Sunshine, fairways, and a hall full of creators—this Florida trip gave us exactly what we needed: time together and a clearer sense of why we make this show the way we do. We walked into Podfest surrounded by pitch decks and monetization playbo...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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47:50
We Made A Yellow Jersey For A Guessing Game, Because Why Not
What if calling a week-long ride’s overnight towns could win you a jersey no one else will ever own? We turned our BRAG 2026 route fever into a community contest and crowned a winner who came astonishingly close to a perfect map. Along the way,...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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37:26
Aerodynamic Bikes Won’t Fix My Short Game
New Year energy, winter grit, and a community that refuses to thin out—this one hits all three. We open with holiday contrasts that say everything about the ride right now: one of us hiking on ice with crampons and a Starbucks in hand, the othe...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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55:46
Happy Trails Across Georgia with BRAG and Cycling Men Of Leisure
Ready for a ride that blends rail-trails, river views, and real small-town hospitality? We’re unveiling BRAG’s “Happy Trails” route and bringing you along for a southbound journey that starts at LaFette’s Honeybee Festival, rolls past a winery ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:08:54
Cycling, Community, Counterfeits: From Podfest To Disney
A Bigfoot sweater, a heavy backpack full of mics, and a plane to Orlando—our year closes with the perfect mix of ride stories, travel plans, and one serious warning every cyclist needs to hear. We’re gearing up for Podfest, turning a living roo...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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1:10:04
Where Leisure Meets Grit: Community, Contests, And The Joy Of The Journey
The ride is more than the route, and this week we prove it—from a hilariously stubborn bathroom repaint to launching our biggest community challenge yet. We kick things off with the small stuff that somehow becomes big stuff, then shift gears i...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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49:12
We Reveal A New Ride Director, Launch A Listener Contest, And Give you a chance to win a one of kind Jersey
A new chapter for BRAG starts here. We’re welcoming Domestic Ride Director Ron Ward to the family, spotlighting how he went from rider to crew to the person orchestrating the weeklong road adventure so many of us call summer camp on wheels. Fra...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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33:04
Holiday Gifts For Cyclists And Leisure Lovers
A holiday gift list shouldn’t be hype; it should help. We pulled together a clear, field‑tested guide to the cycling gear that actually gets used, lasts through real weather, and makes every ride safer and more fun. From high‑lumen rechargeable...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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1:45:43
A Ride Director Explains How To Turn A Bike Tour Into A Weeklong Louisiana Party
What if your early-season ride felt more like a festival than a sufferfest? We sit down with Cycle Zydeco’s ride director, Scott, to unpack a Louisiana cycling experience built around live Zydeco music, crawfish boils, dance lessons, and easy, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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1:42:46
One Air Traffic Controller, A Haunted Huffy, And Too Much Coffee Prop
Fog hangs low, headlights cut thin ribbons through the dark, and somewhere ahead a line of red taillights refuses to be caught. We lean into the season with a Halloween ride that blends ghost stories, travel mishaps, aviation quirks, and a surp...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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1:12:24
We went for a bike ride and somehow came back with Blanton’s, a poker chip, and an Arby’s alibi
Bourbon on the brain, bikes in the rack, and a weekend that kept surprising us. We rolled into Lexington aiming for miles and meaningful pours and came away with a signed nine-millionth barrel at Buffalo Trace, a “unicorn” experimental bottle, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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1:24:11
Assigned Barstools, Open Mic Night, and the Case of the Hidden Speakeasy
A bookstore with no checkout, a doorbell with a secret, and a barstool that comes with a story—our Kentucky journey starts where bike culture and bourbon tradition intersect. We kick off in Louisville on Whiskey Row, tracing two different arcs ...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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1:23:16
From Beach Resorts to Horse Country: Two Cycling Men Plan Their Next Adventure
What happens when you combine cycling with ziplining? According to Michael, you get one of the most unique adventure experiences available—bike ziplining through the Mexican jungle. After returning from a week-long resort vacation with his fami...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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1:00:48
Navigating Life's Yellow Standee Lines: Golf, Transit, and Whiskey Tales
What happens when tracking apps meant to keep your children safe become tools for insurance companies to monitor driving habits? This episode kicks off with a startling revelation about Life360 that parents of teen drivers won't want to miss, c...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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52:52
Navigating Life's Detours: From Bus Rodeos to Bourbon Country
Saddle up for an episode that perfectly blends cycling camaraderie with bourbon-infused adventure! Adam kicks things off with a fascinating glimpse into the surprisingly technical world of "bus rodeos" where he recently served as "...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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1:04:41
Confetti Bears and Cornhole Boards: The Leisure Life Continues
Seventy-five episodes! When we started this podcast, neither of us thought we'd make it past five or seven shows. Yet here we are, celebrating a milestone that represents years of friendship, thousands of miles cycled together, and a community ...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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1:05:12
The Road Not Ridden: When Injury Derails Cycling Dreams
Michael's fractured clavicle changed everything about this summer's cycling plans, but it led to unexpected adventures worth sharing. While nursing his broken collarbone (or "fractured clavicle" as his doctor insists on calling it), Michael too...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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1:11:11
The Hose That Derailed RAIN: A Cycling Mishap Story
When the unexpected strikes, how do you adapt? Michael shares the story of his recent cycling accident where he encountered an almost-invisible brown hose stretched across concrete pavement during a training ride. With just seconds to react, hi...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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1:14:11
Hills, Thrills, and Go-Kart Racing: Our Georgia Adventure Continues
The Georgia hills couldn't break us! Picking up where we left off, Adam and Michael complete their wild journey across Georgia with the BRAG cycling event, sharing every triumph, challenge, and laugh along the way.Our layover day in Daw...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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1:43:50
43 Cycling Men and Women of Leisure, One Moonshine Distillery, and a Three-Headed Medusa Hill
Saddle up for an exhilarating journey across Georgia with the Cycling Men of Leisure as we lead our largest-ever team of 43 riders through the challenging Appalachian foothills. This episode captures the first half of our fourth consecutive BRA...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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1:11:14
Weather Tech for Cyclists, The Art of Full-Service Charters: A New Way for Cycling Men Of Leisure to experience BRAG
Adventure meets technology in this gear-up episode as Adam and Michael prepare for their upcoming Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) journey and explore essential tech tools for cyclists.The duo celebrates a milestone moment when Adam c...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:04:16
Cycling Through Dawsonville: Waterfalls, Go-Karts, and Mother's Day Adventures
Mother's Day meets cycling adventures in this spirited episode where we dive into the exciting plans for Big Brag 2025 with Executive Director Franklin Johnson. Before our special interview, we share some cycling-related Mother's Day facts and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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59:08
Tariffs, Training, and Theme Songs from Bonanza
Balancing indoor training with ambitious road adventures takes center stage as Michael shares his surprisingly successful Peloton strategy—hiding the time and distance metrics that once dominated his attention. While Adam admits to having fancy...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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1:02:40
Two Wheels and Fire Water: The Guys Who Never Train But Always Ride
The unique balance of practical cycling wisdom and lighthearted camaraderie takes center stage as Adam and Michael reunite to share their latest adventures. After catching up on life updates, they dive into preparations for their upcoming summe...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:00:34
