Cycling Together with Kristin & Steve
For over 25 years, Kristin and Steve of Steve the Bike Guy, an independent bicycle shop in Massachusetts, have been cycling together – keeping things rolling over roads and trails as they also navigated marriage, kids, and careers. Now, they are inviting you to join the ride as they share experiences, insights, and advice for anyone who does, or wants to, ride a bike.
Find us on YouTube for a closed-caption version of each episode.
Cycling Together with Kristin & Steve is a production of Steve the Bike Guy and Sundin Marketing.
Episodes
18 episodes
Are E-Mountain Bikes (EMTB) Inevitable?
E-mountain bikes are on the rise, and according to some industry insiders, e-bikes will soon represent more than half the bikes on the trail one day. But should we, as Outside Magazine asks, “just submit to our eMTB future?”After breakin...
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1:03:18
How to Clean Your Bicycle
The best way to extend the life of your bike and it's components, which in turn will save you money, is to keep it clean! We share how we clean our personal bikes, our "must have" equipment, why it's important to always dry your chain, and how ...
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1:16:07
New Mountain Bikes, Dropper Posts and Mechanic Answers
Kristin is getting a new mountain bike - a custom built BC40 from Allied Cycle Works. In addition to discussing why Allied is a good fit for the Shop, we discuss types of mountain bikes (cross-country, down country, all trail) as well as some o...
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1:07:50
How Jackie Started Cycling
Before Jackie bought a new mountain bike in 2021, the last time she had ridden a bicycle was when she was a teenager. But as Hale Education's Director of Camp and Community Programs worked with the organization's growing mountain bi...
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48:46
Managing the Chaos and Costs of New Tariffs
There is still a lot we don't know about the new tariffs, but experts all appear to agree – the costs of new bikes, as well as parts, accessories and everything else are likely to increase.Steve and Kristin sit down to discuss how tariff...
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1:00:01
(Almost) Everything You Need to Know About Bike Tune-Ups
Spring is here, and our thoughts turn towards getting bikes ready to ride. But does your bike "need" a tune up? Steve and Kristin talk about what is (generally) included in a service package, what can you do to care for your bike to extend it's...
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1:05:28
Gravity Parks and Questions About Mountain Bike Suspension
A technical glitch got us on the last episode! While visiting the San Lee Gravity Bike Park in Sanford, North Carolina, we recorded a spontaneous segment about the fun that is gravity parks. We discuss some gravity park basics, and ...
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48:51
Lessons from our van trip
We're home after our two week van trip - but there is no rest for the weary! Before we put up our feet and unpack the van, we discuss our trip, including how we travel with our dog, meal prep when the fridge is broken, working through bad...
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51:37
Planning a Van Trip for Riding & More
Kristin and Steve report in the first week of a two-week road trip designed to get them out of the New England cold.Planning an extended trip that includes riding, sightseeing, resources for working and accommodations for the van, and do...
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41:54
Should you MTB on clipless or flat pedals?
When mountain biking should you ride on clipless (clip-in) or flat pedals? While there are many “experts” with very strong opinions (which they are not afraid to share), Kristin and Steve discuss the truth which is – there are advantages and di...
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55:51
How to Buy MTB Gear for Speedy Kids & Teens (Part 2)
Beyond the bike, kids and teenagers racing mountain bikes need additional gear to round out their "kit." Kristin and Steve discuss the options for mountain bike jerseys, shorts, pedals, shoes, hydration, helmets and more. We also circle back to...
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56:34
How to Buy a Mountain Bike for Speedy Kids & Teens (Part 1)
Whether you have a child thinking about joining NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association); NEYC (New England Youth Cycling) or racing solo, it starts with getting them the "right" bike. But the choices can be overwhelming, particularl...
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49:21
Don't be a jerk - About mountain bike etiquette
Inspired by an opinion piece in Mountain Bike Action, we're talking about proper mountain bike etiquette. We discuss who has priority on shared use trails, how to pass another mountain biker whether traveling in the same or opposite directions,...
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57:17
How We Started Cycling
Everyone's road (or trail) to cycling has a different start, as well as twists and turns. On this episode, Kristin and Steve are looking back and digging deep into the photo archives to share how they each started cycling, the bikes that have c...
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49:06
Mountain Biking When It's Cold AND Dark
If you want to mountain bike outside during the winter (and still have a day job) there is a very good chance you will be riding at at night, in the cold. Inspired by a recent ride with "Friday Night Ride (FNR)" friends, Kristin an...
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50:36
Fat Bikes are Fun
The snow is falling, and our thoughts turn towards dusting off our fat bikes! Kristin and Steve roll back to the early days of the Shop when the introduction of fat bikes and our then-partnership marked an important turning point. During our co...
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41:47
Indoor Training – Riding Miles, Going Nowhere
Shorter days and colder temperatures have forced us inside and onto our trainers. And while we aren't entirely happy about it (we always prefer riding outside), there are plenty of good reasons to get on the trainer. We share some of the tactic...
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