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The Pedalshift Project 219: Rebel Without a Car

The Pedalshift Project 219: Rebel Without a Car

A chat with Mary McGowan is the Rebel Without a Car. She’s a Delaware native now in South Carolina who went from a car-free bike commuter to bike tourist and has discovered a ton of adventure along the way.

The Pedalshift Project 219: Rebel Without a Car

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The Interview

 
Mary McGowan is the Rebel Without a Car. She’s a Delaware native now in South Carolina who went from bike commuter to bike tourist and has discovered a ton of adventure along the way. 
 
Quick sidebar… our audio gets a little garbled here and there but it’s a really fun conversation so stick with it and you’ll be rewarded like one of those long climbs that pay off with a view at the end. Check Mary out on Insta too.
 
You’re the Rebel Without a Car, which speaks to so many of us (even those of us who sheepishly have access to a vehicle). Do you feel like the Rebel Alliance is making some inroads on the Empire car culture?
 
What got you started in bike touring?
 
You’ve done some pretty great tours I’m jealous of. What was your favorite part about touring in Canada and is poutine in the top 5?
 
Your ACA North Lakes tour looked really interesting – my family on my mom’s side is from Michigan but despite that I never got to the Upper Peninsula yet. What’s it like cycling amongst the Yoopers?
 
Your most recent ride was up in Vermont, featuring our 2020 sidekick COVID. How did COVID impact your ride?

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You’ve been hearing about Jason Kent and his music for many fine episodes. Sunfields is back in the studio AND Jason’s first solo album is now streaming on Spotify, including America, the Pedalshift theme. Go listen!