Start Here: 5 Essential Episodes From the Back Catalog

With 300-plus episodes in the archive, jumping in can feel overwhelming. Here are five that show what Full Spectrum Cycling is actually about. Think of this as a sampler platter.

1. Episode 331, Part 2 – Jeremy Prach – Fat Biking Culture, Electric Conversions, and The Milwaukee Scene

In Part 2 of 331 we have sprawling segment of Full Spectrum Cycling featuring guest Jeremy Prach a 27-year Milwaukee Public Schools teacher, community organizer, and catalyst behind some of Milwaukee’s most beloved DIY events. Threading through all of it is a shared philosophy: community built on genuine stoke beats anything you can sell, and the best events are often born from a group of people drinking beer and throwing darts at a crazy idea until it works.

2. Episode 330 – Rohloff vs Pinion – Hans Rey Views – Fat Bike Stuff

A classic gearhead episode. We dig into internal gear hubs, argue about which one is better, and somehow rope in Hans Rey along the way. This is what the show sounds like when we actually know what we are talking about. Maybe!

3. Episode 314 – RIP Ozzy – New Pump Track – RW24 – Lots of Bands

Pure Milwaukee energy. We mourn Ozzy (Yeah the Black Sabbath guy), get hyped for the Riverwest 24, and list off an absurd number of bands you should see. This episode captures the local scene better than most in the archive. Also, there is a full moon beach ride.

4. Episode 220 – The Return of JK and Big Sexy in Ohio

JK took a break from the show for a while. His return is chaotic and classic JK. Big Sexy calls in from Ohio with stories from the trail. We talk ProTaper bars. Everyone is happy JK is back. This is the crew dynamic at its best, and a great reminder of Big Sexy's voice in the show.

5. Episode 232 – Seeley Dave, Sven in Iowa, Black Ice, Santa Rampage Recap

Show #232 - Seeley Dave checks in with reports from the Milwaukee Santa Cycle Rampage, Black Ice in the Northwoods and more. Sven was in Iowa for the Ugly Fat Santa Ride in Decorah, Tony gets a new ride and JK uses tent sealant!

There you go. Five episodes, five different flavors of the show. If none of these grab you, we have 300 more to choose from.

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