The Rad, SBTGRVL Controversy, Road World Champs, Influencer Beef, Dizzle the Apologist, and Keegan’s Ditching Worlds?!
Episode 119 - The Rad, SBTGRVL Controversy, Road World Champs, Influencer Beef, Dizzle the Apologist, and Keegan’s Ditching Worlds?! What up party people. Wow oh mighty is this a spicy one. Lots of controversy discussed this week including the latest developments in the demise of SBT GRVL, Dizzle sparking up beef with more YouTube influencers, and some of the biggest names in domestic gravel, including none other than Keegan Swenson, opting out of Gravel World Champs this coming weekend. If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Shout to our presenting sponsor Silca for having our backs even when we sometimes have absolutely no idea how to actually use their products to get the most out of them. If you haven’t seen, they’re running one of their biggest sales of the year right now so when you use the code bonk “bonkbrosbonus5” you’ll get an extra discount on top of already screamin’ deals on all kinds of products, including none other than the Crockpotanator4000. Alright let’s get this party started. Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros Silca (bonkbrosbonus5): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast Dynamic Cyclist (10% discount code: BONKBROS): https://new.dynamiccyclist.com/a/43703/xkYViFV8 For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6 The Following Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm Keywords Kentucky, Vegan Cyclist, Cycling Community, Controversy, Humor, Apology, Funding, Gravel Racing, Misunderstanding, Podcast, gravel racing, community support, SBT Gravel, Grand Fondo, local economy, bike racing analysis, Rad race, cycling community, bike recommendations, cycling events, cycling, gravel racing, road racing, performance, financial aspects, race strategy, cyclocross, parenting, personal goals, relationships Summary In this episode, the hosts delve into the recent controversies surrounding Drew Dillman, particularly his comments about the cycling community in Kentucky and his interactions with the Vegan Cyclist. The conversation explores themes of misunderstanding, community support, and the role of humor in cycling culture. Drew reflects on the backlash he received and the importance of context in conversations, while also addressing the ongoing issues of funding and support for athletes in the cycling world. The episode concludes with a light-hearted discussion about the nature of their podcast and the reactions they receive from listeners. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the impact of gravel races on local communities, the future of the SBT Gravel race, and the differences between gravel races and grand fondos. They analyze the economic benefits of such events, share insights from recent races, and recap the Rad race. The discussion also touches on listener questions regarding bike recommendations and the importance of community engagement in cycling events. In this conversation, Dizzle and Dylan reflect on their racing experiences, discussing the challenges and learning curves they faced throughout the season. They explore the differences between gravel and road racing, the financial aspects of being a competitive cyclist, and the potential for exciting matchups in future races. The discussion also touches on the impact of parenting on their racing careers, the importance of personal relationships, and the balance between personal life and competitive cycling. They conclude with thoughts on the future of racing and their personal goals.