Sven, JK and Tony are in the Riverwest Studio at Everyday Cycles doin’ the show thing as we welcome call-ins from Chewey, Big Sexy and DaveLunz.com. Talkin’ Schmack Bye-bye to the Roll GR:1 Titanium – Medium with kickass SKS Aluminum fendersSo long to the Amazon ebike debacle!Simon what’s his name was NOT riding an e-Bike! […]
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Full Spectrum Cycling #72 – Musician Jesse Guten and Big Sexy’s Birthday
Sven and JK are joined by Milwaukee musician, and former bicycle delivery guy, Jesse Guten while Tony resumes his spot for the second half of the show when we take a call from Birthday Boy, Jason “Big Sexy” Beckhouse. Show Guest – Musician Jesse Guten and Big Sexy’s Birthday Jesse doin’ his thang on the […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #71 – CheeseJump and RW24 Wrap Up
Talkin’ Schmack RW24 recapPimpin’ All Hail the Black MarketIt’s a bike, it’s a boat, it’s electric! – https://www.zeltini.com/en/product/z-triton/ Deck recombobulation50 pounds for cyclists – https://www.tetongravity.com/story/bike/the-uk-government-is-issuing-50-vouchers-to-fix-your-bike Chewey’s got a podcasting rig! Things we dig (or to be determined moniker) Sven – Peak Designs – Everyday Backpack – https://www.peakdesign.com/products/everyday-backpack JK – (my new speaker https://ecoxgear.com/shop/ecoedge-2/) JK’s new speaker. […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #70 – Chewey Sets the Record Straight and 3-minutes With Big Sexy
Sven, JK and Tony are holding down the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio and host call-ins from Chewey and Big Sexy. This is the RW24 2020 logo. The event would have started tonight at 7pm. COVID says that’s not happening. The course is open though so I’d expect tribute rides for the next 24 hours. Talkin’ […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #69 – Neighbor Steve and Other Tomfoolery
An unexpected visit from Neighbor Steve gave us some much needed content for this week’s show as well as some potentially great news for Everyday Cycles and Milwaukee cycling in general. Have a listen! 7/15/2020 Show #69-dude Sven’s new Wyatt. Back to Mr. Purple with this one! Talkin’ Schmack A petition on change.org asking Yeti […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #68 – Chewey Gets Sue Popcorn and Needs to Talk eBikes!
Chewey made the trip over from Rochester to join Sven, JK and Tony in the studio for much needed discussions on the state of eBikes, Santa Rampaging, popcorn and other world-shaping topics. Have a listen, won’t you? Talkin’ Schmack Yes, we do! Show Guest – Ron “Chewey” Moffit Show Beer Multiple beers from LTS Brewing […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #67 – Dave in the Studio – Jason’s Back on the Road
7/1/2020 Show #67 Dave Schlabowske joins Sven ant Tony in the studio while JK takes a leisurely drive around Lake Michigan. Jason checks in from Merrill, WI and other foolishness. No JKMilwaukee by Bike Statue RideSPD Sandals are backMaverickBox Prime 9The Oriental Theatre Tiny Library is back.Tighten Tony’s freewheel Show Guest – Dave Schlabowske sitting […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #66 – Black is Beautiful Ride and Daniel in the Studio!
Talkin’ Schmack Tire and rim compatibility no mas Extraterrestrial and Velocity Blunt SSCan we take a moment to talk about how cool E-Bikes are?I can push the button! He Can!How about that Black is Beautiful Ride? WOW oh F’in WOWHELD’S IS BACK BABYFratney-Wright Bike Boulevard construction begins today (I texted you the picture, no direct […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #65 – Zito in the House and Milwaukee by Bike
6/17/2020 Show #65 Chris Zito joins Sven, JK and Tony in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio to talk statues, Milwaukee by Bike and other important things! Zito bagged the Gandhi statue at the Milwaukee Courthouse Talking Schmack https://www.madisonbikes.org/madison_ranked_second_best_biking_cityGarrett’s NICA Team is Adventure this year, no racingNational Beer Day is/was MondayLocust St is crazy againNew windows […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #64 Schhh – It’s Schlabowske and Schuler in the Northwoods
Sven, JK and Tony are in the studio and Dave Schlabowske is our call in guest for Full Spectrum Cycling, Show #64. He and Tom Schuler (of 7-11 racing fame among other cycling pursuits) took a trip up to the Bayfield Peninsula to work on refining the Wisconsin Waterfall Bikepacking route and encountered heat, sand […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #63 – Protests in our Neighborhood – Jason has Stories!
Jim’s Rohloff-equipped Schlick Cycles Northpaw Fatbike JK on furlough – donation experiment?ProtestsWhat do we do?What local organizations can we support?The show must go on??https://www.fattiretour.com/milwaukee2020/ I’ve been struggling on how to articulate what I feel about recent events and the ongoing struggles of many people in marginalized parts of our society. The folks at bikepacking.com have […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #62 – Talking with Dave Schlabowske – SDC in the Northwoods
Join Sven, JK and Tony in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio as we welcome call-in guest, Dave Schlabowske, as we explore Wisconsin’s Northwoods, waterfalls and learn about Socially Distant Camping in the time of the pandemic. Talking Schmack Sunrise has been sold! Our local convenience store has a new owner.Bye Bye Bombora! I wanted to […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #61 – Tony Wasn’t Going to be Here but He Was – Jason in Illinois
Sven’s Schlick Cycles Tashunka 29+ overlooking Milwaukee in restful repose. Talking Schmack The 4.3 meter (or 14.1 foot) Social Distandem – https://www.bikeradar.com/news/social-distandem/RainFratney Active Street – https://activestreets.mailchimpsites.com Bifocal Media – https://bifocalmedia.com/Bifocal_Media/WINDHAND_T_SHIRT.html Donate to WMSE, the best radio station in the world! – http://wmse.org Call-in Guest – Jason Beckhouse Soma Gator bars on a Rohloff Schlick Northpaw. Show Beer Three […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #60 – On the Road with Jason “Big Sexy” Beckhouse
Sven’s Chumba Stella Ti. Currently setup as 27+ Talking Schmack I pre-ordered my Wisconsin BikeFed sweat pants – https://wisconsinbikefed.org/uncategorized/bike-to-work-at-home-soft-pants-sale/ Say Bye to DaveWheels for Jason Call-in Guest – Jason “Big Sexy” Beckhouse Jason’s proposed route on his Schwinn Meridian tricycle, Heather. Visiting state capitols! Getting this Crust Bombora ready to build! Show Beer Wizard Staff from […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #58 – Caitlin from Sufferfest Brewing and Jake from Wis BikeFed
Sven, JK and Tony are in the studio today and welcome call-ins from Caitlin Landesberg CEO of Sufferfest Brewing and Jake Newborn from Wisconsin BikeFed. Sven’s new mask from a local craftswoman. Look for more masks in future episodes as we try models from Swrve, North St Bags and more! Talking Schmack Val Kilmer bookBackyard […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #57 – JRA on a Wednesday Night at the Shop
Diggin’ our Wyatt Maverick fatbike with the Wren inverted suspension fork! Talking Schmack RAGBRAI Cancelled (last week of July)4/20 Day – What did you guys do?4/22 Earth DayWill this really be the final days to purchase a Babymaker? What about the BM Pro?Cycling related companies making masksNorth Street – https://northstbags.com/products/cotton-face-mask Swrve – https://swrve.us/collections/masks Oveja Negra – https://www.ovejanegrabikepacking.com/collections/apparel/products/mask Andrew […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #56 – Fire, Skulls and Money – COVID-19 – 414 and 420
Sven, JK and Tony are in the Riverwest Studio at Everyday Cycles this week, once again discussing the week’s news, happenings and, maybe, a bit about cycling. Talking Schmack Evers shuts down State Parkshttps://madison.com/wsj/news/local/govt-and-politics/tony-evers-closes-40-state-parks-recreation-areas-due-to-covid-19/article_e9d695a8-e01a-57a2-ac29-1fb933835cc9.html Including Lakeshore State Park right here in MKEAre County Parks Next? If the Disc Golfers have anything to do with it, yes! […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #55 – Tim from Black Husky Brewing Talks Bikes and Beer
Tim Eichinger from Black Husky Brewing joins Sevn, JK and Tony in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio for stimulating conversation about bikes, beer and…religion??? JK and Sven want you to be safe! Wear your masks if appropriate. Talking Schmack Anyone done any Virtual riding or other events?Kim West’s Internet Coffee Shop on FacebookShould we start […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #54 – Allroy Brings a Canadian Perspective to the Show!
Thanks Mucho to Allroy from Ontario for calling in this week and lending a Canadian perspective to the show as he chats with Sven, JK and Tony about social distancing, cycling, punk rock and beer! Pretty much like a normal show, but better! The 2020 version of the Surface 604 Boar Fat eBike is in […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #53 – Catching Up With Zito – Keep Pedaling!
Sven, JK and Tony practice social distancing in the studio while we welcome Zito for a chat through the magic of the interwebs. Sven’s Chumba Stella Ti 27-plus relaxing by the river. Talking Schmack Cycling effect on mental heath – https://blog.mapmyrun.com/how-cycling-can-improve-your-mental-health/Milwaukee’s Summerfest rescheduled for September and the format sucks!3 riders, Casey Fagerquist, Jill Martindale and […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #52 – Everybody Has a Plan Until Covid 19 Punches Them in the Face
Sven and Tony anchor the studio for Full Spectrum Show #52 while JK tends to family needs. You may hear James noodling around on his guitar in the background. The last ride for the gang before the COVID 19 shutdown went to McBob’s in Milwaukee. Talking Schmack COVID-19 News – All Events Are Cancelled or […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #51 – Milwaukee by Bike – a Slab of Beef and Friday the 13th
Da Crew on a pre-ride of the first Milwaukee by Bike tour route. Starting up in April! Talking Schmack ITI Started March 1st – check out the tracker here – http://trackleaders.comCOVID-19 Milan – San Remo (first time since 1945) and Tirreno Adriatico cancelledNational Bike Summit in the DC area March 15-17 CANCELLED https://bikeleague.org/summitAfter a thorough review […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #50 – New Review Products – COVID-19 and an Everyday Hero
Tony and JK. The men behind the magic! Talking Schmack ITI Started March 1st – check out the tracker here – http://trackleaders.comConversation on cable routingCOVID-19 NAHBS postponed until AugustSea Otter to announce SOON.Dirt Rag Dirt Fest continuing as Raystown MTB Fest – https://raystown.org/things-to-do/raystown-mountain-bike-fest Edge Cycling saddle review Physiosaddle – https://edge-cycling.com/products/physiosaddle In Bill Murray news – the Jeep eFat […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #48 – Polar Roll Recap with Chad and Dave
Sven, JK and Tony are in the Everyday Cycles Studio where they welcome calls from davelunz.com and Chuck Willy to relive their back-of-the-pack Polar Roll experience! Out on frozen Lake Michigan with Mike and Mike! Talking Schmack Cold weather shtuff CABDA recapNot a ton of fatbikes. Mostly used for props for other products. Maybe it was […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #47 – Alpine Valley Downhill Report with Dave Lunz
Sven, JK and Tony are in the Everyday Cycles studio talking the usual schmack and host a call-in from DaveLunz.com about the Alpine Valley Ski Hill Downhill Snow Race. Snow day in Milwaukee visiting Bremen Cafe. Cold weather shtuff https://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/a30776702/cold-weather-cycling/Baguette math https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNrmOD7gWas&feature=youtu.beTony’s a working stiff again Long line at the Alpine Valley Ski Hill for the […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #46 – Shannon Joins Us in the Studio!
Sven’s Wyatt Maverick at JP’s fat-bike race during Scandi Fest in Mt Horeb, WI Talking Schmack Sven went to the Scandahoovian Winter Festival Fat Bike Race that JP was the Race Director for in Mt Horeb, WI at the Norsk Golf Club – https://www.mhscandifest.com 50-degrees on Sunday and got the re-wheeled Tatanka sym out.https://milwaukeerecord.com/music/ned-flanders-metal-band-okilly-dokilly-will-return-to-cudahys-x-ray-arcade-may-2/Jeep jumps into […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #43 – Russell Jobs from DreamBikes – JK Calls In from Spain
With JK gallivanting around Europe, Sven and Tony welcome Russell Jobs from DreamBikes to the Everyday Cycles Studio. Russell has been in the bike industry for over 30 years and is a font of knowledge on many things cycling. Give us a listen! Talking Schmack Anyone make it to the Swap?Tell us about Dream Bikes […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #42 – Fatter by the Lake – Pugsley Games and a send off to JK
On this episode we temporarily say adieu to JK, recap Fatter by the Lake and crown a new Pugsley Games Axe holder plus a lot more randomness for your cranium! Beautiful night at the Illinois Beach Hotel! Ex Uncle making the good tunes! Raising money for charity and Jim wins a Mastodon! Making s’mores at […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #41 – Now and Then with Spinner and The Pugsley Games
Join Sven, JK and Tony as they welcome Spinner to the show to talk about the Pugsley Games that will be part of the Water by the Lake event in Zion, IL this weekend. Remember when 4K was the frequency cutoff for voices on the telephone and now 4K is high-def television? Well this is […]
Why That Bike? – John Trusky’s Review of the RSD Sergeant V3
This article originally appeared on the Everyday Cycles (where John purchased his RSD Sergeant with his own hard-earned money) website and is used with permission. The Sergeant has been in RSD’s line up since 2016, occupying the niche that’s known to us as a mountain bike, the regular trail ripper for regular riders to have […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #40 – Post Holiday Edition
Join Sven, JK and Tony on this abbreviated, post xmas edition of Full Spectrum Cycling; recorded December 26th, 2019. Sven’s new Chumba USA Stella Ti set up 27-plus joining the swans at Milwaukee’s Lakefront. Talking Schmack Polar Bear Plunge scheming sessionWednesday Night Rides starting 1/8/20 after the showShotgun Herb Chamber https://www.iozzio.life/parts/herb-chamber Wyatt Bicycles Maverick is […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #33 – Couldn’t Tell Ya Just Listen
Blurry? Yes but, sometimes, that’s just how we feel! On show 33 Sven, JK and Tony do that thing where they talk some and then Gomez, Sam and Ken walk in the door and what little rails there were under this thing go completely off and while we recorded those antics in the background, maybe […]
Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast #24 – Call-ins a plenty
This week on The Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast: Dave Schlabowske joins Sven, JK and Tony in the studioWe talk SSUSA and other schmack with SpinnerChris Daisy from Zion Cyclery clues us in to the Fatter by the Lake eventsBig Sexy Jason calls in from the road somewhere in Maine Sven’s Schlick Tatanka in 27+ x […]
Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast #17 – Wisconsin BikeFed’s Dave Schlabowske Talks Advocacy – Hunting – Pocket Knives and More
Wisconsin BikeFed’s Executive Director, Dave Schlabowske, talks bike advocacy, hunting, pocket knives, venison sausage and more. Resources: wisconsinbikefed.orgPolish Moon Rideeverydaycycles.com
Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast #12 – St Paddy’s Day Rides
Playing bikes on the skating rink – Photo courtesy of Fyxation! Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast #12 Justin Timberline’s REAL Birthday Ride Growler Holder – http://growlergrabber.com The best cycling route from the Eastside MKE to McBob’s St Paddy’s Day Parade – Windy and Rainy Held’s Beef Jerky Our Beer – Founder’s All Day IPA There’s always […]
Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast #7 – Come Gather Round Ye Children!
Yupper doodle, I’m out in ‘Vegas for a bit but JK and I made with the knob twiddling and schmack talking before I left to give you your bi-weekly fix of the Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast! So Gather ’round Ye Children, ’cause I think this show is PG-13 or better and it may, or may […]
Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast #5 12-12-18
#5 Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast Sven and JK are back with Carlos lurking in the background talking about these topics, and more, in no particular order! Chumba Ursa Major deal Call-in line is acquired! Leave us a message while we finish up the hardware install to get our listener call-in line live and ready for […]
Fat-bikes at the Fat Tire Tour of Milwaukee
We’ve been riding fat-bikes in the Fat tire Tour of Milwaukee for several years now but this was the first year that I did not know all the fat-bike riders! Our little niche is getting bigger! Enjoy these pix of FTTM action from a fatter perspective!
Fat-bike Invasion Continues on Fat Tuesday
With the rise of the fat-bike, and media efforts world wide attaching themselves to the juggernaut of fat-bike mania, another chapter of the Fat-bike Invasion was written on Tuesday as Fat-bikers descended on Ray’s Indoor Mountain Bike Park for the Fat Freakin’ Tuesday event to meld to worlds of indoor mountain biking and all-season fat-biking. […]
Wallpaper Wednesday – Beaker Takes Flight
Local Fat-Bike.com test pilot, Colin “Beaker” Ford, takes flight on a recent Lake Michigan Beach ride. Feel free to download it and use it as your own wallpaper. Just click on the image to open the full-sized version which you can right-click to save. Got your own Wallpaper Worthy Photo? If you’ve got a fat-bike […]
Steel is Real 2012
The annual Steel is Real ride went off this past Saturday and was, by all accounts, a rousing success. Billed as a 25-mile bike crawl through the underbelly of Milwaukee, that is a fairly accurate description. It helps to know that Pee Oui Roubaix, the founder of the Fat tire Tour of Milwaukee, runs this […]
Santa Rampage ~ Milwaukee ~ 2011
The first time I ever met Sven and Puck was at either the Fat-Tire Tour of Milwaukee or Santa Rampage. We’re blessed with a rich and diverse cycling culture in Wisconsin…from the Cyclocross National Championships or the Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival – to the Tour of America’s Dairyland or the first ever ‘Rails to Trails’ trail built, our state […]
Northpaw FatBike at Ray’s MTB Milwaukee
Dave and I riding my Schlick Cycles Northpaw FatBike at Ray’s Indoor Mountain Bike Park in Milwaukee. Fatties aren’t just for snow!