Refuel & Reboot - The Tech and Bikepacking resupply Podcast

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A podcast that blends bikepacking and technology with a distinctive flavour — Rugged adventure meets sharp digital insight with host Mark Gilmour. markgilmour.substack.com

  1. 5D AGO

    Ep. 17: How a horrific bike accident led to a new business. - Chris McKnight Altus Collective

    After a weeks break the podcast is back with a new interview and a minor exclusive in this interview with Chris McKnight, founder of the Altus Collective an experience led travel business with a big focus (but not exclusively) on cycling and endurance events. Chris and Mark met through the Tullio Business Networking Community for Cyclists at the Derby Velodrome and on subsequent Tullio events. After listening to the episodes with Dom Rowing Parker from Tullio (Ep 15.) Alex Tebbs from Kalas (Ep16), Chris got in touch to share a little of his story to his current business. It also tracks along the line of a major life event being a catalyst for change in career and giving a new business a go. So I thought this would make an interesting episode to listen too. In this episode they talk about Chris' journey to this business startup which is not at all linear, and also Chris shares some exciting news about a new partnership with the Everesting team as they take the brand forward. To get in touch with Chris, Website: altuscollective.cc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mcknight-altus-collective/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismcknight___/ / https://www.instagram.com/altuscollective___/ *** Apologies to those who got the early feed update with only the 53 second intro, the correct audio is now on the feed***** This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    47 min

  2. APR 21

    Ep. 16 "No Lycra for me" - Conversation with Alex Tebbs, Kalas UK, Telecoms, Cycling and Covid.

    In this episode of the Refuel and Reboot Podcast I once again combine cycling and business and technology as I speak to a fellow telecoms cyclist and entrepreneur Alex Tebbs, who has founded two telecoms companies in the fields of UCAAS and voice platforms and now runs the UK division of the sports clothing brand Kalas. Kalas is the clothing partner for professional sports teams such as Alpecin Premier Tech and national federations such as the Dutch Federation and was previously the kit supplier for British Cycling for 8 years. In this conversation we talk through Alex’s career to date and go full circle as we talk about his telco roots, starting Via, a Unified Comms platform, his route into cycling and Kalas and some of his investment ventures such as Intake talent and Calobra Recruitment before coming back to Telco and discussing his latest venture Whoot, a voice AI collaboration platform with applications across remote teams, incident management and project delivery. This is an insightful conversation about starting and exiting businesses, the cycling industry especially retail and clothing and navigating the start up world. Useful links www.kalas.co.uk Www.intaketalent.co.uk Www.calobra.digital Www.whoot.me This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    53 min

  3. APR 14

    Episode 15: Interview with Tullio CC - Business Community for Cyclists in the UK

    This episode of the podcast is one of rare occasion episodes that combines both cycling and business, that forms the dual identity of the refuel and reboot podcast. In this episode Mark speaks to Dominic Rowing-Parker founder and owner of Tullio CC, the business Community for Cyclists. It's a insight into the world of business networking events and how bringing the bike is changing the dynamic. More information on Tullio CC Website: https://www.tullio.cc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tullio-cc/ Find a local ride : https://www.tullio.cc/rides This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    38 min

  4. APR 9

    Episode 14: Part 3 of the El Piri Q&A

    This episode of the podcast is part 3 of the 3 part series recorded a couple of weeks after the 2025 edition of the El Piri Gravel Ultracycling event and is a conversation between Mark, Adam Masters and Sean Donevan, answering questions submitted by cycling club members and members of the Tullio Cycling Business Networking group. In this part of the conversation we cover what we learned from the event, what we would do next time and talked about the culture of bikepacking ultra events. All 3 parts of the Q&A are now available on the feed, so if you haven't heard the first two sections go back and listen now. There is also a video version with footage from the race and a full race recap available on my YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/wlYZlfPmDJo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    25 min

  5. APR 7

    Episode 13 : El Piri Q& A Part 2

    This episode of the podcast is part 2 of the 3 part series recorded a couple of weeks after the 2025 edition of the El Piri Gravel Ultracycling event and is a conversation between Mark, Adam Masters and Sean Donevan, answering questions submitted by cycling club members and members of the Tullio Cycling Business Networking group. In this part of the conversation we cover kit choice, nutrition & hydration strategy and getting through the challenging parts of the event. Part 3 of the series will be available on the feed in coming days. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    20 min

  6. MAR 31

    Ep.12: El Piri Question & Answers Part 1.

    El Piri Question & Answer Episode 1. This episode of the podcast was recorded a couple of weeks after the 2025 edition of the El Piri Gravel Ultracycling event and is a conversation between Mark, Adam Masters and Sean Donevan, answering questions submitted by cycling club members and mebers of the Tullio Cycling Business Networking group. This is the first of a 3 part series covering the following questions: What is El Piri & what makes it different from other events?How much experience does someone need to have to attempt El Piri?What was the toughest part of the parcour?What was the most scenic part?How did it compare to your expectations beforehand?Any mechanicals or disasters? Parts 2 & 3 cover topics such as bike and kit choice, nutrition and the challenges faced on the route and how to prepare. So check back in a few days for the next episode. For More details on El Piri check out the race recap video on my YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/3pAgcsgqyVQ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    18 min

  7. MAR 24

    Ep 11: Conquer the Climb - A conversation with Author, Endurance Athlete & TEDx Keynote Speaker Monika Sattler

    In this episode of the Refuel & Reboot Podcast, Mark talks with Monika Sattler, Author, Endurance Athlete, TEDx & Keynote Speaker about her latest endurance challenges to hike 30 Swiss Peaks in 30 Days as part of her Climb series of challenges. Monika is the first woman to ride the complete Vuelta a Espana (Tour of Spain) men's route back in 2018 where she completed every stage on the morning of the men's race. She also rode 124 Swiss Passes in 26 days and from these epic challenges has devised the CLIMB strategy that she teaches and trains executive and leadership teams on. In the episode Mark and Monika talk about the challenges and the CLIMB framework and application in a business and corporate setting. To connect with Monika, find out more about the upcoming challenge or get involved visit her website https://www.monikasattler.com or follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rad_monika/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    23 min

  8. MAR 20 ·  BONUS

    Ep 10: Strength Training for Long Distance Cycling with Andy Harding @CycleStrength PT

    In this bonus episode, of the Refuel and Reboot Podcast, I chat to Andrew Harding, owner of Cycling Strength PT and fellow member of the business networking group Tullio. Andrew reached out to me after hearing the mind over mountains episode of the pod. He had some aspects to add to the preparation aspect of ultra or any distance cycling. His website is https://cyclestrengthpt.com/ and you can follow him on Instagram or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/cycle-strength/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit markgilmour.substack.com

    24 min
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