372 episodes

We’re all about the culture of biking just for the fun of it, and tales from the RAGBRAI Nation. Your hosts Kathy Murphy (Murphology), and Andrea Parrott (RAGBRAI and ParrotTalk), are joined by a variety of guests each week that delve into the social side of cycling.

Come for the bikes, stay for the fun, leave with a smile.
So…. just go bike!

Theme song by Ryan Stier
Logo by Suzanne Milosevich
Intro by Pumpkin

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We’re all about the culture of biking just for the fun of it, and tales from the RAGBRAI Nation. Your hosts Kathy Murphy (Murphology), and Andrea Parrott (RAGBRAI and ParrotTalk), are joined by a variety of guests each week that delve into the social side of cycling.

Come for the bikes, stay for the fun, leave with a smile.
So…. just go bike!

Theme song by Ryan Stier
Logo by Suzanne Milosevich
Intro by Pumpkin

    Episode 297: RAGBRAI SAG Drivers Joe and Coz

    Episode 297: RAGBRAI SAG Drivers Joe and Coz

    Joe and Coz Lindsay are on to tell us about life as a RAGBRAI SAG Driver. Joe and Coz are part of a great crew of drivers in 15 passenger vans that are spread out along the route each year, picking up riders who are not able to ride on. The guys tell Murph what it is like to be a SAG driver, reasons riders use the SAG, and also they provide riders with some good tips so you might not need to use their services.
    Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
    www.ragbrai.com
    www.murphologypodcast.com
    RAGBRAI LI Registration is open!
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    • 29 min
    Episode 296: ParrotTalk on the History of Cyclist Kittie Knox

    Episode 296: ParrotTalk on the History of Cyclist Kittie Knox

    We are rolling way back to the late 1800s on this episode to talk about Kittie Knox, a female African American cyclist who as a teenager took cycling to a new level for both women and women of color. AP digs deep into Kittie’s life and what it was like to be a cyclist in the 1890s.
    Sources for this episode:
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kittie_Knox
    https://blog.library.si.edu/blog/2020/05/26/breaking-the-cycle-the-kittie-knox-story/
    https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-culture/kittie-knox-black-cyclist-activist-who-challenged-race-gender-barriers-1890s
    https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-culture/the-outer-line-the-kittie-knox-award-for-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-in-cycling/
    https://www.kx3lifestyleandcoaching.com/blog/the-history-of-women-s-cycling
    Nelson Vails Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-214-meet-olympian-medalist-nelson-vails-retired-road-and-track-cyclist
    Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
    www.ragbrai.com
    www.murphologypodcast.com
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    • 30 min
    Episode 295: Coach Ertl Training Tips for RAGBRAI

    Episode 295: Coach Ertl Training Tips for RAGBRAI

    Coach Ertl is back to talk to us about training for RAGBRAI! NOW is the time to get those training miles in so that you can be in your best shape to tackle the miles, and hills, of Iowa in July. Coach Ertl says preparation is the key…training your body to sit on the saddle for long periods of time, testing out equipment and clothing, and of course dialing in your nutrition are just a few ways to get yourself prepared. And don’t forget to get your bike tuned up!
    Coach Ertl Training Blogs and Training Plan: https://ragbrai.com/category/ragbrai-training-blog/
    Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
    www.ragbrai.com
    www.murphologypodcast.com
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    • 32 min
    Episode 294: Will Walker the Backwards Biker

    Episode 294: Will Walker the Backwards Biker

    Will Walker completed his first RAGBRAI in 2023 in a different way than any other cyclist who rode their bicycle across Iowa. Will rode the whole route backwards! And by backwards, we mean he positioned himself so that his bike moved forward but his body was facing backwards. He sat on the handlebars and pedaled this way all 500+ miles!! Many years ago, biking backwards started as a kind of a joke or challenge with his friends and quickly became a way of cycling that is now Will’s normal. All of his rides are pedaled backwards so when he heard about a 7 day ride across Iowa, he didn’t even know what RAGBRAI was but registered immediately with the intention to do all of it backwards. Will, who lives in Alaska, packed his bike and came to Iowa for the first time last July. He found out that the state is definitely not flat and he also found out what Iowa Nice means. With so many supportive and friendly people, RAGBRAI turned out to be an awesome experience for him. He will be back to ride again this year and will be launching Against the Odds Cycling, a line of Backwards Biker merchandise with the intention to give back to others.
    You can follow Will on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_willxwalker/
    Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
    www.ragbrai.com
    www.murphologypodcast.com
    RAGBRAI LI Registration is open!
    https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-li-registration/
    Photo credit to Will Walker’s Instagram page

    • 39 min
    Episode 293: Bebe the Parrot Loves RAGBRAI!

    Episode 293: Bebe the Parrot Loves RAGBRAI!

    Have you been lucky enough to meet Steve Lawyer and Bebe the Parrot on RAGBRAI? Bebe is a white winged parrot who for the last several years hangs out on Steve’s shoulder while Steve pedals them across Iowa each July, stopping frequently for selfies with riders and time to stretch Bebe's wings. Steve is on the podcast to talk about all things related to Bebe and biking, and what it is like to have a social bird who loves people and wants to go wherever Steve goes. Bebe even speaks up (or is it squawks up?) a few times during the interview, probably to tell us what it is like to be RAGBRAI famous!
    You can follow Bebe’s adventures on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BebeBirdParrot
    Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
    www.ragbrai.com
    www.murphologypodcast.com
    RAGBRAI LI Registration is open!
    https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-li-registration/
    *Photo credit to Debbie Rodgers Lieber, found on Bebe’s Facebook page

    • 55 min
    Episode 292: Team RWB's Paul and Todd

    Episode 292: Team RWB's Paul and Todd

    Team RWB is a community of veterans, service members, military families, and supporters, united by teamwork, shared values, and a common goal. They help veterans lead healthier lives through fitness events, training, and programs. Along with many other fitness options, Team RWB has a RAGBRAI team. Todd Cowan and Paul Wade are good friends, bike commuters, and veterans who are part of Team RWB and the bicycle team. They spent some time talking to Murph about the organization along with fun stories about RAGBRAI.
    Learn more about the Team RWB RAGBRAI team: https://teamrwb.org/ragbrai
    Todd Cowan’s previous episode: https://soundcloud.com/murphology-podcast/episode-37-team-rwb-veterans-connecting-with-veterans-through-activity
    RAGBRAI Packing 101 by Team RWB: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhqHRNiDBkE
    Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
    www.ragbrai.com
    www.murphologypodcast.com
    RAGBRAI LI Registration is open!
    https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-li-registration/

    • 50 min

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