IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK: Sandy relief jerseys available; Interbike set to announce consumer access to the trade show; Gore Ride-on Cables departing the bike industry; Product recalls; Doping/Armstrong update; and more. . .
IN FEATURES: Introducing SchwagBox, a new service to bring schwag to your mailbox; and an interview with Coach Joe Friel, co-author of The Paleo Diet for Athletes.
In this episode of The FredCast Cycling Podcast, David interviews Angela Torres from the RTC of Southern Nevada about the Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo. Following that, two inspirational interviews from the 2012 Interbike Outdoor Demo: Allison Jones, US Olympic gold medalist, and Lt. Col. David Haines (US Army Ret.) from Ride2Recovery.
FEATURES SPECIAL
In this episode of The FredCast Cycling Podcast, we an interview with Mike Magnuson, author of Bike Tribes: A Field Guide to North American Cyclists. Also, product reviews of a new GoPro bicycle mount from RAM Mounts, the Joule GPS cycle computer from CycleOps, Strava.com, and Motorex lubes and cleaners.
NEWS SPECIAL – Lance and Jonathan
In this episode of The FredCast Cycling Podcast, we provide an in-depth look at the timeline and events surrounding the USADA v. Lance Armstrong case and how we arrived at a situation where Lance Armstrong faces a lifetime ban and the loss of his 7 Tour de France victories. We will also explore the Jonathan Vaughters op-ed piece in the New York Times.
FEATURES
Interviews at Bike Press Camp 2012 including:
• Camelbak
• Clif
• Gore Bike Wear
• SheBeest
• Kali Protectives
• Knog
FEATURES
Interviews at Bike Press Camp 2012 including:
• Reynolds
• Hutchinson
• Stan’s NoTubes
• Nuvinci
• Saris / Cycleops
• Dahon
• Guru
IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK
Lance Armstrong and five others charged by USADA; San Francisco cyclist charged with felony vehicular manslaughter; Cyclist’s family sues Strava over his death; and new bicycle stamps in the U.S. and the Isle of Man. In Pro Cycling News, results from the Dauphine and the Tour de Suisse, plus George Hincapie’s retirement, Alberto Contador is back with Saxo Bank, and the U.S. names its Olympic cycling squad.
IN FEATURES
A special message from Mrs. FredCast.
IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK
A cyclist wins an around the world bike race in 92 days, New York City considers a mandatory helmet law for all cyclists, how the fear of dread can lead to increased cycling, and a cycling con man feeds on the generosity of other cyclists in Portland, Oregon. In pro cycling news, results from the Dauphine and the USA Pro Road Championships, and a new winner is announced in the 2010 Tour de France.ÂÂ
IN FEATURES
Listener feedback, questions and an upcoming ride.
IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK
A bike theft ring targets CraigsList and Facebook. A Washington DC cyclist finds his stolen bike on CraigsList and steals it back. California 3-foot passing law closer to reality. New reproductive health warnings for male cyclists. Product Recalls. Police bike stolen in Honolulu. In pro cycling news, results from Tour de Romandie, Amgen Tour of California, and the Giro d’Italia.
IN FEATURES
A review of Car Top Alert for Android by Scott from The Bike Shop Show.
IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK
New Zealand mountain bike aggressor pleased guilty to assault; Icon Health and Fitness sues popular fitness app developers for patent infringement; CicLAvia returns to Los Angeles; Garmin’s vector power pedals are delayed again; Web series ‘To Catch a Bike Thief’ to premiere soon; Cyclist’s death points out why attention to product recalls is so important; two product recalls; pro cycling news; and Bo Bikes ‘Bama for tornado relief.
IN FEATURES
A review of two iPhone apps to help keep what’s on top of your car safe; and how to get product recall notices in your in box.
