Patrick Farnsworth, Author at Bikes or Death

Ep. 73 – Dr. Seth Wood, from ICU to FKT

May 27, 2021May 19, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

I wanted to hear Seth’s story about his journey from almost losing his life in Feb. of 2013 after being ran over by a car while commuting on his bike. To then go on to set a Singlespeed FKT on the Arkansas High Country Race. The collision nearly cost him his life, but a year later he competed in the 2nd ever LandRun 100 (Now Midsouth) and he finished! All while wearing an eye patch as a visible reminder that he was still recovering from the injuries he sustained.

Ep. 72 – Route building, with Kevin From RWGPS

May 27, 2021May 13, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

On this episode we get to know Kevin and some history on RWGPS and then we get into the maps! And we go deep. But, we also cover very basic topics. This episode was designed with the hope that it will be a resource for you to build your own routes, modify existing ones, or fly by the seat of your pants using heatmaps.

Bikerafting: Our Trip, Our Route, and what I learned

March 8, 2022May 6, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

This route is the product of a my recent podcast Ep. 71 with Ryan Stoyer. When I reached out to him to see if he’d be interested in coming on the podcast he was quick to say yes, but he had one condition. He wanted to go bikerafting. Only one problem, I’d never been bikerafting … Read more

Ep. 71 – Ryan Stoyer, Bikerafting the Buffalo

May 27, 2021May 6, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

When I contacted Ryan Stoyer about coming on the podcast it was with the idea that we would talk about his unique lifestyle and how it allows for him to life a more fulfilled life. I still like that topic, but Ryan had other ideas. After the official BoD instagram invite was sent, his reply was an enthusiastic yes, followed by a suggestion, “how about we go bikerafting?”. My response was equally enthusiastic and I gave no thought to the fact that I’d never been bikerafting, or had a raft, or new how to build a route, etc etc.

Community Spotlight: Ghisallo Cycling Initiative

May 18, 2021May 1, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

Ghisallo Cycling Initiative (GCI) – a non-profit cycling organization whose roots started in Austin and expanded to San Antonio. The group’s core is a team of 9 passionate, bike loving, adventurous people, plus part-time staff, volunteers, community members, and participants who couldn’t be more happy to bring the joy of cycling to people of all ages and abilities.

Ep. 70 – Rebecca Rusch, “Queen of Pain”

May 27, 2021April 28, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

Today’s episode is with a true living legend. Rebecca Rusch has had a long and successful career spanning many different sports, but in the past 15 years has dominated the mountain bike scene, which as spilled over into bikepacking and gravel racing as well.

Coffee or Death Mugs

April 26, 2021April 26, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

These beautifully handcrafted ceramic mugs are the creative brainchild of Amanda Amann. Each mug is unique, a true one~of~a~kind, and made with love. You can lean more about “Amanda Panda” on the recent Meet the Maker post. These will be available for sale in the BoD Store on Wednesday, April 28th at 12pm CST. Until … Read more

Meet the Maker: Amanda Amann

April 26, 2021April 26, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

I’ve been following Amanda on instagram for a while because I enjoying watching her create beautiful ceramic pieces. One day it dawned on me….Bikes or Death coffee mugs! I came to her with the idea (my only contribution being the Ride Your Damn Bike message on the bottom) and what I got back was more than I could ever imagine.

Ep. 69 – John Watson, owner of the Radavist

May 27, 2021April 20, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

My guest on today’s episode with John Watson is one that I’ve been looking forward to for a while. We had plans to record this one a while ago, but covid put it on pause. On my recent trip to AZ and NM I was able to meet John at his Santa Fe office where he runs The RADAVIST.

Ep. 68 – Lael Wilcox

May 27, 2021April 14, 2021 by Patrick Farnsworth

It’s always an extreme pleasure to sit down and chat with Lael Wilcox. Her positivity and honesty is infections as is her drive to push herself to extremes all in the name of bike racing. She’s an inspiration to so many of us in this community and I am no exception. She has been a huge source of inspiration for me as I dipped my toe into the bikepacking waters.

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