It's Just A Hill: A Podcast About Bike Stuff

For the fiftieth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, John Stenning is back to co-host and share his generational knowledge to his next of kin, and fellow co-host, Jon Stenning. Kicking off the show by talking about calculated risks and embarrassing moments on the bike, the father-son duo dive into conversation aboutContinue reading

IJAH Pod 049 – Amateurs Talking Pros | Damaged Peloton, Paris-Roubaix Preview, And More

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 11:25:28 +0000

For the forty-ninth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, the IJAH Amateurs Talking Pros are back to chat about the state of the 2024 peloton. Starting by talking about some local racing, and our own riding early in the season, we then chat about the huge number of crashes so far thisContinue reading

IJAH Pod 048 – Amateurs Talking Pros | Opening Weekend, Red Bull, TT Helmets

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:44:11 +0000

For the forty-eighth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, our resident Amateurs Talking Pros are back to chat about the current affairs of pro cycling. From Opening Weekend, to the UAE Tour, and all the way around the world, BSP, Cal, and Jon share their opinions on how the early season isContinue reading

IJAH Pod 047 – Roundtable Roundup | Head Unit Data, Early Morning Nutrition, Cycling Subscriptions

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:46:38 +0000

For the forty-seventh episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with fellow IJAH members Adam Carroll and Ryan Hulstyn to catch up and talk about bike stuff. Starting with some new tech in the cycling world, including third party components and mini-electric pumps, the discussion then turns to this week’sContinue reading

IJAH Pod 046 – A Conversation With Ben Jurgensen From July Bikes

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 13:58:07 +0000

For the forty-sixth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast Jon interviews Ben Jurgensen, artist, educator, bike builder, and founder of July Bikes. Before getting into the details of the bike building process, Ben shares his history with art and riding bikes, including some late night hill repeats, and how it all led upContinue reading

IJAH Pod 045 – Roundtable Roundup | Cross Training, Chamois Cream, Shimano VS SRAM

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 11:07:30 +0000

The forty-fifth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is a roundtable round up episode. Adam, BSP, and Jon kick off the show by catching up a bit and discussing some current events in the bike world. The guys then share their opinions on some evergreen cycling topics like how they use chamoisContinue reading

IJAH Pod 044 – Amateurs Talking Pros | Tour Down Under, Cyclocross Benidorm, How We Watch, And More

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 27 Jan 2024 12:33:08 +0000

The forty-fourth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is our January installment of the Amateurs Talking Pros format, with BSP and Jon sitting down to discuss the start of the 2024 World Tour season, specifically the women’s and men’s Tour Down Under. Other topics include the recent retirement of an American cyclist, the wrap up of the ’23-’24 cyclocross season with World’s right around the corner, how we watch pro cycling now that GCN+ is no longer, and avoiding race spoilers in our social-media driven world.

IJAH Pod 043 – A Conversation With Todd Ryan

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 13 Jan 2024 13:09:59 +0000

For the forty-third episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by fellow IJAH member Todd Ryan to talk about his cycling journey, as well as both of their struggles with body image issues, specifically after losing a significant amount of weight. Todd and Jon also go on plenty of tangents, discussing on-bike nutrition, costly bike upgrades, and the importance of taking things one day at a time, amongst other things.

IJAH Pod 042 – Amateurs Talking Pros

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 22:43:40 +0000

For the forty-second episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined once again by Brian St. Pierre and Cal Goodhouse to talk about the current state of pro-cycling affairs. With the 2024 season upon us, and some big races right around the corner, our Amateurs Talking Pros discuss some of the highs and lows from the previous pro cycling season while breaking down what the upcoming year may look like. They also introducing their new hype meter based on Shimano group sets, and talk about some of the new kits and team sponsors, amongst other things.

IJAH Pod 041 – Erik Berrio From CYCM

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 13:05:24 +0000

For the forty-first episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by Erik Berrio, from Coffee Yes, Cycling Maybe aka CYCM. Erik is a cyclist from Southern New England and a co-founder of the aforementioned club. Erik and Jon kick off the conversation by discussing this year’s Cranksgiving, and how we can use our bikes to help support our local communities. Erik then talks about how CYCM came to fruition, shares some highlights from riding his bike in 2023, and discusses what his event calendar looks like in 2024, while expressing the importance of balancing our cycling habits with all other aspects of life. Make sure to check out CYCM on Strava, Instagram and Facebook to keep up with their awesome club.

IJAH Pod 040 – Marathon Men

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:31:18 +0000

For the fortieth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, bikes are far from the subject. Founding IJAH members Brian Cauti and Jeremy Newman join Jon to talk about their recent participation in the 2023 New York City Marathon. Our Marathon Men discuss some of their training plans and meal choices leading up to the big day, how they pace out running for over three hours, and the sneakers they wore to help them accomplish this feat of strength, amongst other things.

IJAH Pod 039 – Gearing Up For Cold Rides

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 12:53:37 +0000

For the thirty-ninth episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast, Jon is joined by BSP and Ryan to chat about shifting their riding plans now that the days are getting colder and shorter in New England. From focusing on trainer sessions, to bundling up and keeping warm outside, the guys share some tips and tricks to help get you through the next few months.

IJAH Pod 038 – Thru-Hiking With Mark Barone

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 22:14:17 +0000

For the thirty-eighth episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast, Jon is joined by longtime friend, Mark Barone, to talk about his experience thru-hiking. Mark has done several long-distance backpacking trips and tells some tales from his travels, including a great food challenge he did involving one of the world’s greatest fast food restaurants and explaining the nearly undefinable trail-magic. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 037 – World Team Drama And Draft

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 10:00:49 +0000

For the thirty-seventh episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by BSP and Cal to discuss the current state of affairs of the pro cycling scene. With the 2023 season-end just around the corner, and a lot of rumors surrounding team mergers and rider transfers, the guys try to wrap their heads around what has been going on and what could be coming around the bend. Plus, since the pro teams are all over the place, BSP, Cal and Jon draft their own rosters to put their own spin on things and close out the show.

IJAH Pod 036 – Group Ride Etiquette

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 11:12:50 +0000

For the thirty-sixth episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast, Jon is joined by his dad, John Stenning, to talk about group ride dos and don’ts. From pointing things out on the road, to pace-line tips, and everything in between, Jon and John try to cover it all, with the main goal of keeping everyone in the group safe and on the same page.

IJAH Pod 035 – Going Over Overland

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:43:37 +0000

For the thirty-fifth episode of the IJAH podcast, we go over our experience at the 2023 Vermont Overland. Jon starts off the show by recalling his personal race day recap, before having a chat with Overland organizer, and founder of Ovrlnd.Studio, Ansel Dickey. Ansel shares some of his background in cycling, how he got involved with The Overland, and how he deals with the highs and lows of running such a big event. Jon is then joined by Brian Cauti and Adam Carroll to talk about their shared Overland experience, before Jon chats with Jeremy about more of the same. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 034 – Tour de France Recap

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:46:13 +0000

For the thirty-fourth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, BSP, Cal, and Jon start the show by recapping their recent ride up to Wachusett Mountain in Massachusetts, sharing how they coped with being on the bike for over ten hours, both mentally and physically. After a short break, the guys wrap up their coverage of the 2023 Tour de France, briefly discussing some of the ups and downs from week three of this year’s Tour. They also share some of their superlatives from the three-week race and talk about what is coming up next in this year’s world tour cycling season. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 033 – TdF Second Rest Day Recap

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:30:50 +0000

For the thirty-third episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, the guys are talking about the Tour! Cal and BSP are back to chat with Jon about the second week of the 2023 Tour de France, and give some of their opinions on how they’ve been feeling about this year’s race. Everyone shares some predictions for the third week, and BSP and Cal face-off in a game of trivia about the history of the Tour. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 032 – TdF Rest Day Recap

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 22:31:24 +0000

For the thirty-second episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast Jon sits back down with Cal and BSP to go over the first week of the 2023 Tour de France. On top of hashing out some of the highlights from the first nine stages, they also revisit some of the predictions made in the last episode and discuss some of the kits seen at this year’s Tour, amongst other things. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 031 – Unchained Review and Tour Preview

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:23:49 +0000

The thirty-first episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is all about the Tour de France. Jon is joined by Cal and BSP to kick off July, aka Tour season, with a recap of the recent Netflix documentary series Unchained. They follow up their review with a preview from this year’s race, complete with their list of stages to watch, their GC predictions and more. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 030 – Talkin’ NBX With Matt Bodziony

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 09:16:37 +0000

For the thirtieth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with Matt Bodziony. Matt is the owner/operator of NBX in Narragansett, RI and he shares how he balances his job with his passion for cycling. Matt also tells the tale of how he first got into bikes, discusses his introduction to working in the bike industry, and more. Listen to hear how Matt continues to ride for the fun of it. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 029 – Farmer’s Daughter Reflection

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 11:49:46 +0000

For the twenty-ninth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with Adam, BSP, Ryan and Sam to reflect on their participation in the 2023 Farmer’s Daughter Gravel Grinder in Chatman, New York. They discuss the awesome support at the ride, including the three stocked rest stops, and a course marked so well that you could ride (most of) it without a route on your head unit.. They also share their thoughts on racing non-race events, Jon calls out all the people who say Rhode Island has no hills, and more. www.itsjustahill.com

IJAH Pod 028 – Racing Rasputitsa With Sam Dimick

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 11 May 2023 13:12:54 +0000

For the twenty-eighth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon is joined by Sam Dimick to discuss his first bike race. Sam has done triathlons in the past, but Rasputitsa was the first race he participated in that didn’t involve swimming or running. He shares his experience at the Vermont gravel cycling event before helping Jon answer some listener questions. Sam even gives Jon a gift!

IJAH Pod 027 – Generations with John and Jon Stenning

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 12:09:53 +0000

For the twenty-seventh episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with a man of the same name, albeit a different spelling, his dad, John Stenning. John shares some stories about how he first got into cycling and discusses some of the biggest changes between now and then, all before reliving the 2023 Gran Fondo Florida, a ride-event that John and Jon both participated in back in March, and more.

IJAH Pod 026 – Natchaug Recap And Taking Care Of Business

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 14:53:01 +0000

For the twenty-sixth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Jon sits down with Brian Cauti and Jeff Lapierre to talk about their shared experiences at Natchaug this year. From number of donuts eaten to number of crashes witnessed, they recap the highs and lows of the Quiet Corner’s segment gravel race. Jon also shares some details on some upcoming events, including the URI Race weekend, IJAH 057, and The Nipsey Hustle, a clean-up event hosted by the club on Earth Day 2023, April 22.

IJAH Pod 025 – Positive Feedback Loop

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:44:42 +0000

For the twenty-fifth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast, Cal and Jon sit down to catch up a bit and talk bikes. They start by chatting about the start of the 2023 professional road cycling season and discuss the confusing nature of pro-team names and their sponsors. Cal then flips the script on the podcast and interviews Jon about his history with cycling and what motivates him to spend so much time in the saddle, before wrapping the show up with another jersey review.

IJAH Pod 024 – Bikes, Bar Tape and Berkshire Velo with Kevin Delaney

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 21:57:12 +0000

Kevin Delaney joins Jon for the twenty-fourth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast to talk about many things, but most importantly, the most talked about cycling event on the IJAH Pod, The Mount Greylock Century – 12K Vertical Challenge. Kevin is part of Berkshire Velo, the cycling club that puts on the Vertical Challenge. They are volunteer run with a mission to foster, encourage, and engage the community in athletic exercises by promoting the sport of cycling. On top of talking about his involvement with BV and youth cycling, Kevin also shares some tips on wrapping your own bar tape, and showcases his new hobby of making his own bike bags.

IJAH Pod 023 – Weight, Supplements and Lube

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 12:11:22 +0000

The twenty-third episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is another roundtable episode with some of the core IJAH members. The episode is kicked off with some weight loss talk as BSP, Jeremy, Brian and Jon share their perspective on the subject. They follow up that topic with an examination of the vitamins and supplements they take while getting some input from the IJAH WhatsApp chat. The episode is wrapped up as they share their go-to chain lube, followed by the second edition of the Random Jersey Review.

IJAH Pod 022

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 09:01:00 +0000

The twenty-second episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is a crew roundtable episode with Brian Cauti, Cal Goodhouse, Jeremy Newman and Jon Stenning. The four IJAH members quickly reminisce about 2022 before talking about some of the rides they have on the calendar for 2023. They also discuss the pros and cons of indoor training, share the details from a recent URI case study of It’s Just A Hill, all before the first edition of the new segment, Random Jersey Review.

IJAH Pod 021 – Crew Roundtable

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 16:55:02 +0000

The twenty-first episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is a crew roundtable episode with Cal G., BSP, Sam and Jon. The four IJAH members catch up a bit before talking about how they balance time on the bike with their various personal relationships. They also discuss how they prepare for riding outside during the colder months in New England, while adding in some tips and pointers that came in from the IJAH WhatsApp group chat.

IJAH Pod 020 – Green Mountain Gravel Growler Trip 2022

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 15:12:01 +0000

Last year Brian and Jon camped with their bikes in Vermont, and in 2022, they convinced Jeremy, Sam and Adam to come with them. Starting just north of Burlington, VT, the IJAH crew ended up riding 255 miles in three days with 24,000 feet of climbing. They retell the tales of stopping at too many general stores to count, sleeping behind friendly breweries and their first champing experience.

IJAH Pod 019 – 2022 UCI Road World Championships

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 09:53:39 +0000

The nineteenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is coming to you after dark, as Cal and Jon watch and analyze the 2022 UCI Road World Championships. Starting with some pre-race discussion and predictions, the episode also includes some live race coverage, a brief morning recap, and an on-location chat with donuts and cider smack dab in the middle of a hilly Sunday bike ride into Connecticut.

IJAH Pod 018 – Recovery

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 14:05:08 +0000

The eighteenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is coming to you after a brief hiatus, mostly because, and we are not complaining, we have all spent too much time on our bikes this summer. Cal R. and Adam sit down with Jon to talk all things recovery, including activities and gear that can help any rider to push themselves while allowing their body to bounce back accordingly.

IJAH Pod 017 – 2022 Tour de France Recap and Final Stage Live Watch

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:28:40 +0000

The seventeenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is coming to you live from the couch while Cal and Jon watch the final stage of the 2022 Tour de France, right after they had just watched the first stage of the 2022 Tour de France Femmes. Listen to hear them wrap up the men’s race and talk about some of their favorite moments, while looking forward to one more week of racing in France with the women’s race, and much more.

IJAH Pod 016 – 2022 Tour de France Week 2 Rest Day Recap

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:54:00 +0000

The sixteenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is coming to you on the second rest day of the 2022 Tour de France, and Cal and Jon are here to catch you up on what has happened during the second week of the race. They review some of the most exciting moments in TdF history, including summit top finishes, daredevil descents, and much more. Cal and Jon also talk about the American cyclists in this year’s Tour and preview the 2022 Tour de France Femmes.

IJAH Pod 015 – 2022 Tour de France Rest Day Recap

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 14:41:34 +0000

The fifteenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill Cycling Podcast is coming to you on the first rest day of the 2022 Tour de France, and Cal and Jon are here to catch you up on what has happened over the course of the first nine stages. They review some of the highlights so far, including the highlights in Wout van Aert’s hair, while rating team performance, sharing some of their favorite moments, and much more from this very exciting Tour.

IJAH Pod 014 with Adam Carroll

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:12:56 +0000

For the fourteenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast, Jon is joined by Adam Carroll, local cyclist, all-around bike enthusiast, and pivotal member of IJAH. He talks about tackling the Vermont Gran Fondo, which included some of the hardest climbs he’s faced and one of the best mid-ride snacks he’s eaten. Adam and Jon also discuss how the best gear doesn’t make you the best rider, and much more.

IJAH Pod 013 – 2022 Tour de France Preview

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 14:10:15 +0000

For the thirteenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast Cal and Jon sit down to preview the 2022 Tour de France. Listen to hear them share their race favorites, explain the different jersey classifications, highlight some stages, and much more!

IJAH Pod 012 – Crew Roundtable

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 18 Jun 2022 04:01:00 +0000

For the twelfth episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast, the gang gets a chance to catch up and talk bikes after a nice easy recovery ride. Some of the things discussed for this entry are recent personal achievements and big rides, like Marcus’s killer trip to Vermont, Noah’s tough ride on the North/South Trail, and Brian’s epic cycling journey from his house in Providence to his mom’s house in Vermont. BSP and Jon also weigh in on the aftermath of Greasy Joe’s, and much more!

IJAH Pod 011 with Glenda Jeffrey

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 04:02:00 +0000

For the eleventh episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast, Jon is joined by Glenda Jeffrey, a local cyclist and e-bike enthusiast out of Northern Rhode Island. Glenda shares how cycling has crept into several aspects of her life, like taking trips that revolve around bikes, and how it helps shape her relationships with friends and loved ones. Glenda also talks about her first hand experience with riding an e-bike. She explains how they work, why she loves them, and much more.

IJAH Pod 010 – Crew Roundtable

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 07 May 2022 09:01:00 +0000

For the tenth episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast, Brian, Jeremy, Noah and Jon sit down to catch up and talk bikes. Some of the things discussed on this episode are signaling and how clear communication can make for a safer ride, Lael Wilcox and her on-going achievements on the bike, theContinue reading

IJAH Pod 009 with Cal Goodhouse

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 23 Apr 2022 04:01:00 +0000

For the ninth episode of the It’s Just A Hill podcast, Cal Goodhouse sits down to chat with Jon about all things cycling. Cal shares his experience working for a bike shop, tells us about his first race and how it sparked his love-hate relationship with the sport, discusses the state of pro cycling in 2022, and much more.

IJAH Pod 008

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 09 Apr 2022 04:01:00 +0000

For the eight episode of the It’s Just A Hill cycling podcast a small handful of crew members catch up and talk bikes. Jared weighs in on balancing cycling life with dad life, and Jeremy, Brian and Jon relive the 2022 Natchaug Epic. The show is wrapped up with the first official installment of ‘Amateur Pro Tips’ and a missed call.

IJAH Pod 007 with Jake Saunders

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 04:01:00 +0000

For the seventh episode of the It’s Just A Hill podcast, Jakes Saunders sits down to chat with Jon about all things cycling. The discussion starts with Jake’s background in triathlons, moves onto the two talking about their upcoming participation in the 2022 Natchaug Epic, followed up by Jake’s thoughts on Zwift, its convenience, andContinue reading

IJAH Pod 006

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 09:01:00 +0000

The sixth episode of the It’s Just A Hill podcast features Brian, Jeremy and Jon sitting down to talk everything cycling. Listen to the three club members talk about the 115-mile ride they took before recording this episode, discuss some of the cycling events they will be attending in 2022, and expand on their yearly goals.

IJAH Pod 005

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 10:39:29 +0000

For the fifth episode of the IJAH podcast, and the first one in 2022, Noah, Jeremy, Brian and Jon sit down to talk bikes, of course, amongst other things. Reflecting on 2021 to start the show, some other topics discussed are goals for the new year, personal training plans for the winter months, and more.

IJAH Pod 004

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:47:08 +0000

For the fourth episode of the It’s Just A Hill podcast, we catch up after a little time off from behind the mic and introduce a new member of the group, amongst other things. Hear the crew talk about one of their biggest riding months to date, discuss how to deal with not-so-nice motorists, share tips on cold weather riding gear, and much more.

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IJAH Pod 003

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:43:02 +0000

For the third installment of the It’s Just A Hill podcast, we welcome two new faces and voices to the studio. We start with Nate Mulcahy, a founding member of the club, and chat about his cycling story and the bikes he rides. Then we are introduced to Noah Hallisey, of Gravel Bike RI, and IJAH convert. Noah shares his introduction to the sport of cycling, his focus on riding off-road, and his nutrition habits. A few members also relive their participation in the Mount Greylock Century, and field some questions from the round table in regard to the ride.

IJAH Pod 002

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 12:14:52 +0000

For the second It’s Just A Hill podcast, we are introduced to another member of the club. The crew also talks about some of their predictions and favorites for the biggest cycling event of the year, The Tour de France. Some other things discussed are expectations and “unwritten rules” on group rides and how a love for cycling can help balance a love for food.

IJAH Pod 001

itsjustahillcc@gmail.com (Decaf Left Media) — Sat, 19 Jun 2021 10:00:41 +0000

For the first It’s Just A Hill podcast, we are introduced to some of the founding members. They discuss some of the reasons behind their mission with the club and share some stories of the bikes that got them into riding.