Danny and Joe dive into their latest escapade - a night of overindulgence in food and wine. Despite it being a great time, they paid the price with a rough week ahead and a much-needed break from the booze. This leads the duo into discussing the ever-growing non-alcoholic beverage movement. Are you on board with the N/A trend?The Giro has Danny revved up and ready to roll, while the Vuelta Femenina was an absolute blast to follow. Joe admits he's been drawn to women's cycling lately, citing the "cute girls" as his motivation. Hey, no judgment here!But the real excitement lies in Danny's upcoming date with Lachlan Morton. Will sparks fly or will it be a total flop? Tune in to find out! And as always, remember to start your blinky lights, watch out for traffic, and let's hit the road!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

Joe and Danny are back with a fast and furious edition of Bike Shop Society. Danny recently slipped away for a little Michigan getaway, in which he found himself doing his first FTP test in a few years. Find out if he’s WorldTour-ready or if he'll be hanging at the back with the Freds. Joe’s been busy at the shop, where the repairs are piling up and the new staffers seem to be finding their footing. And finally, a Phil Burt article in Cycling Weekly caught Danny's attention. Who new bike fit was so controversial? Grab your Garmin off the charger, and let's go!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

The Spring classics season is underway and the boys are discussing all things bike racing. The episode begins with a review of the recent E3 Saxo Bank Classic held in Belgium. During this discussion, Joe reminisces about a lovely family from Belgium who visited his bike shop and shares the story of their visit. In addition, Danny talks about the controversy surrounding Wout Van Aert's decision to gift a race in Ghent to his teammate Christophe Laporte. While bike racing may not be for everyone, Joe and Danny believe you'll enjoy this sprint edition of Bike Shop Society. So tug on that toe strap, let's go!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

Danny starts the show with a near-death experience (fortunately it turns out to be a false alarm). Someone on the show has acquired the services of a cycling coach. Can you guess who? Hint: He's the one who rides a bike. Meanwhile, Joe is involved in a BIG Bicycle Project — find out where it stands, and why it's taking so long. And finally, the Amish are loving e-bikes. Where will all the horses go? Take a sip, chew a GU, and let's go!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

This week's show starts off with a birthday proclamation. Find out who was celebrating and if there was a mariachi involved. Danny's time in Boulder is winding down, but not before he enjoys one more Supertraining session with his new friends. Who did he rub elbows with, and how far did they ride? You'll have to download the show to learn the answer. Joe sold some nice bikes over the weekend and talked a few customers into upgrading their component choices. Could this be an indication that the economy is headed in the right direction? The boys discuss this and whole lot more. So load your map, grab an extra tube, and let’s go!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

This week's show kicks off with some stories from last week's Cabda Expo Midwest. Who is Taco Ed is and why he was so sad? What was USA Cycling doing there? And who was the guy hanging out with Joe? Tune in and to find out. Danny is still in Boulder and he's planning to test -ride a Specialized bike. Is a return to the peloton in his future? With all the talk about a new bike for Danny, Joe reveals that he's been checking out the Lab71 project from Cannondale. Will he risk his Cannondale dealership for the good of the podcast? Download to get the download. Grab your Garmin — it's time to go!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

Joe is joined by a special guest for a behind-the-scenes tour of the CABDA Midwest Bicycle Expo, the show for bike shops. Listen as Joe and his guest walk the floor and visit with BIKE LIST, Embark Maple Energy, Marin Bicycles, Midway Bicycle Supply, Muc-Off, K&G Bike Center, KOM CYCLING, Velocity Wheels, and Suntour. Don't miss this romp through a classic bicycle show. Buckle up those toe straps, pack some maple energy, and let’s go!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

Episode 39 gets off to an alarming start when Joe’s notified that Danny is headed to New York City. Danny has big plans for his trip to New York, including a stop at the world-famous Katz's Deli, a ride on a Citi Bike, and a trip to Brooklyn to check out the latest in Hipster culture. This week’s cycling report is dominated by the news that Peter Sagan has decided to retire from road racing at the end of the 2023 season. Danny shares a great story about meeting Peter at a bar during the Tour de France. And finally, Joe is off to the Cabda Bike Show next week. It sounds like he's looking forward to seeing some old friends. Connect to bluetooth, turn up the volume, and start cranking away!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

On this episode Danny continues to dazzle us with stories from the Centennial State. He did a big ride, the Biscochito Supertraining, where he reunited with some old friends. He also visited a local business, the Pro's Closet. And of course he saw some real-life cowboys at a rodeo down in Denver. While Danny’s hanging in Boulder, Joe’s in Chicago, and ever closer to signing a prized mechanic, all while preparing for a bicycle trade show called CABDA. That's it, there's no time to lose, the ride is taking off without you. Listen now!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com

Joe starts the show with a clip from a television classic that’s guided him throughout his life in a bike shop. If you're a bike-shop employee, you need to hear this. Meanwhile, Danny’s enjoying his Chicago Winter Escape to Boulder, Colorado. Find out about the new friends he's making — and whether there are any group rides in his future. And finally, Kim Kardashian has a new line of cycling apparel. Danny thinks he and Joe should order from the collection for the women in their lives, BUTT Joe doesn't think it's a good idea. Do the boys make the right choice? You'll have to listen for the answer. So zip up and let's go!Got a question or comment?Tweet it @bikeshopsociety @cyclingreporter @joegasparWant a shoutout on the pod, do you like to write letters?Email us: [email protected] and leave a message: 833-4MY-BIKEVisit our website, or don't. bikeshopsociety.com