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March 20, 2025

The Pedalshift Project 397: Florida Coast Part 4

The previous day’s winds having ebbed, it was time to ride a full day again. And with grayer skies and the winds more at my back than my face, day 3 got things back on track. Would last year’s free campsite be as welcoming on this trip?

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Florida Coast Part 3

Statistics

Prę dawn cycling sections 1

Miles biked part 1 – 10

Miles biked part 2 – 20.1

Ubers 1

Towns with beach in the name 0

Flats 0

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Music

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March 13, 2025

The Pedalshift Project 396: Florida Coast Part 3

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Florida Coast Part 3

Statistics

Miles biked – 37.8

Ubers 0

Towns with beach in the name 0

Free camps 1

Flats 0

Music

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February 27, 2025

The Pedalshift Project 395: Florida Coast Part 2

There are few rules in bicycle adventures, but I am a firm believer in the one that says you do not taunt the bike touring gods. Day 1 was a breeze, I said! The bike gods respond with a breeze of their own. Would their wrath of headwinds push me to screeching halt on my way to Daytona?

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Florida Coast Part 2

Statistics

Miles bikes 30.4

Miles not biked 27.4

Ubers 1

Towns with beach in the name 6

Flats 0

Kimberly Wilson
Caleb Jenkinson
Cameron Lien
Andrew MacGregor
Michael Hart
Keith Nagel
Brock Dittus
Thomas Skadow
Marco Lo
Terrance Manson
Harry Telgadas
Chris Barron
Mark Van Raam
Brad Hipwell
Mr. T
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Music

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February 20, 2025

The Pedalshift Project 394: Florida Coast Part 1

The first day of the Florida Coast adventure starts from the cooler air of Jacksonville, carrying me south through a series of beach towns on the way to a state park outside of St. Augustine with two entrances… the short way has a locked gate… would I be able to get through or have to go all the way back around (complete with extra miles) to get to camp?

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Florida Coast Part 1

Statistics

Miles bikes 52.5

Miles ferried .3

Towns with beach in the name 7

Regrets for not stopping for a cuban coffee 1

Flats 0

Music

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February 13, 2025

The Pedalshift Project 393: Florida Coast Preview

My annual tradition of a winter ride in the sunshine state continues! Unlike past years, I’m shaking things up with the start and focusing on a coastal ride along the East Coast Greenway before turning inland. But the Florida Coast is the name of the game for this adventure, and on this episode we preview the ride!

The Pedalshift Project 393: Florida Coast Preview

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Florida Coast Preview

The ride

Jacksonville to WDW over 4 days!

East Coast Greenway!

A ferry!

Mostly coastal riding with the ocean over my left shoulder (who knew?)

Revisting the Florida Coast to Coast Trail

Riding all the way to my finish line resort at WDW (no Lyfts at the end this time!)

The gear

Brompton

3 days of camping

Backpack mode with front pannier (same as last year)

Keeping things minimal as the camping gear takes up some room

No stove

Details

JAX-St. Augustine

St. Augustine – Daytona

Daytona – Lake Monroe

Lake Monroe – WDW

Highlights

Day 1 St. Johns ferry and St Augustine

Day 2 All coastal riding to Daytona

Day 3 Reuniting with the FLC2C trail and camping at the free Lake Monroe campground

Day 4 Eff it we’re doing it live! Another thrilling ride into the belly of the beast errr Mouse and then celebrating by flying the Falcon and drinking blue milk and hitting the cantina

Potential issues

I need this trip more than I’ve ever needed a bike adventure so there’s a lot of mental energy riding on this one… so you just KNOW shit will go sideways!

Have not gotten the Brompton checked and likely won’t have an opportunity as I have only a day or two in DC before I fly down to JAX. What could possibly go wrong?

Tour Journal episodes start… next week, AND this gets us almost all the way to episode 400. Stay tuned for a live show announcement for mid-April!

Music

You’ve been hearing about Jason Kent and his music for many fine episodes. Jason has a new solo album available NOW. Go listen to JUKEBOX BOY wherever cool music is available!

June 13, 2024

The Pedalshift Project 366: Ten Years of Pedalshift [Live!]

June 8th, 2014 was the very first episode of The Pedalshift Project, and since then we’ve gone on quite the journey, mostly by bike. On this live episode, we got a bunch of listeners together to chat about highlights from the last ten years, the evolution of the show, and the reveal of the Tenth Anniversary Tour this summer. Recorded live June 8, 2024.

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Top Ten Moments

Honorable Mention Ten

Top ten

10. Social Distancing on the C&O (200-203) – April 2020)

9. Katy Trail (118-126 May-June 2018)

8. eBikes with Biking Brian (345 Nov 30, 2023)

7. First Brompton tour in CA (048 – April 28, 2016)

6. Shifty the Elf makes his first appearance on the very first Holiday Spectacular (Pedalshift 038 – December 24, 2015)

5. First Biking to Disney World (277 – March 24, 2022)

4. DC to Cincinnati (165-169 – May-June 2019)

3. The 2020 Bike Touring Draft feat. Sprocket (207 – June 11, 2020)

2. The Mysterious James three pack (190-192 – January 2020)

1. The Pacific Coast (005, 006, 010 – 2014)

Summer 10th Anniversary Tour Reveal

Oregon Coast Remix

Lincoln City to Crescent City
Classic touring bike (same one I used 10 years ago for the full coast)
All new campsites (mostly)
About a week of riding and no barfing on busses to Medford this time
Tour preview will be hitting the pod in a few weeks!

Music

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March 21, 2024

The Pedalshift Project 357: Space Coast Loop – Takeaways

With the 2024 Florida ride in the rearview mirror, it’s time to assess how it went. I did the ride a bit differently this time… was it the right call? Is there something I definitely want to do next time? And what will I never do again in the Orlando area?

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Space Coast Loop – Takeaways

A Brompton can do just about any kind of touring you throw at it
Resist the temptation to leave tools at home, even for urban tours
Best sun management for me – cover up arms and legs, sunscreen face and neck
Cycling gloves do make a difference
The rumors are true: upright riding is more comfortable
The backpack trick is back, baby!
Never take US192 to cross I4 – it’s not safe
Cycling into Disney World is fun, and I think I’ll keep doing it
Central Florida is constantly evolving – some of the trails I ended up on randomly (Shingle Creek Trail opened last year – thanks for the info Fernando!)
FL C2C trail is A+ but I’m also intrigued with the Heart of FL trail and the St. Johns River to Sea Loop

Music

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March 14, 2024

The Pedalshift Project 356: Space Coast Loop – Part 4

The final day of the Space Coast Loop was supposed to be the easiest… a familiar route and a familiar destination, with maybe a quirk at the end. But would my luck avoiding mechanicals finally run out and would making a route change in the middle of the ride end up putting me in the middle of an interstate highway?

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Space Coast Loop – Part 4

An Early Start: Starting in St. Cloud, riding by a nearby farm.
Route Change: Deciding to take a more direct route including an unfamiliar trail.
Riding on US 192: Riding on US 192, recalling past experiences.
Assessing Traffic Conditions: Planning to evaluate safety and traffic near Disney Resort.
A Mechanical Issue: Facing and resolving a chain jam.
Discovering and Using Trails: Finding and using multi-use paths and trails.
Encountering Wildlife and Agriculture: Commenting on cows and agriculture near urban areas.
Navigating Challenges: US 192 is a bad idea to ride when it crosses I-4!
Reflecting on Planning vs. Reality: Reflecting on the differences between planning and actual conditions.
Concluding at Coronado Springs Resort: Ending the day at Coronado Springs Resort, opting for a lift to another location.

Statistics

Miles biked 34.8
Terrible route change ideas 1
Creams in my iced coffee 2
55+ resorts biked by 3? more?
Chain jams 1
Flats 0

Trip Overview

Music

You’ve been hearing about Jason Kent and his music for many fine episodes. Jason has a new solo album available NOW. Go listen to COMMON TONGUES wherever cool music is available!

February 29, 2024

The Pedalshift Project 355: Space Coast Loop – Part 3

Day 3 of the ride was a return to a familiar road route that kicked off this whole riding in Florida thing all the way back in 2019. But after two days of mostly idyllic trail riding, would competing for asphalt with cars and trucks be a rude awakening? And also, what direction are the prevailing winds in Florida again?

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Space Coast Loop – Part 3

Morning Preparations and Departure
- Early morning considerations for layer adjustment due to temperature changes.
- Decision against taking a shortcut due to inferior biking infrastructure, opting for safer, longer routes with better facilities.
Route and Scenery
- Travel south of Titusville on Indian River Road, enjoying the views and calm traffic with speed bumps to moderate speed.
- Encounters with beautiful landscapes, including Spanish moss on trees and scenic river views.
Supply Stops
- Initial plan to stop at Walgreens, followed by a successful stop at Publix for supplies.
- Consumption of sugary drinks and snacks for energy, reflecting on dietary preferences and changes over time.
Riding Experience
- Descriptions of varying road conditions, including the impact of headwinds and the strategy for energy management.
- Observations on traffic behavior, especially around large trucks, and personal safety measures like visibility and lane positioning.
Accommodation and Rest
- Arrival at an Airbnb in St. Cloud, highlighting the rural setting with chickens, roosters, and ducks, and the installation of a new bike path enhancing access to the property
- Reflections on the physical and mental challenges of the day, including the effectiveness of sugar and caffeine against headwinds, and the benefits of music for motivation.
Planning and Anticipation
- Planning for the next day’s route with considerations for traffic and personal endurance.
- Strategic thinking about meal planning, gear management, and the anticipation of a shorter ride day.

The Airbnb I stayed at in St. Cloud

Statistics

Miles biked 59.1
Sugary drink references 1
Farm animals observed 200?
Missed turns 3
Tears for Fears references 1
Flats 0

Trip Overview

Music

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February 22, 2024

The Pedalshift Project 354: Space Coast Loop – Part 2

Day 2 of the Space Coast Loop, starts with another early morning, and nearly twice the mileage of the previous day. Riding on the Spring to Spring and East Central Regional Rail Trails promised to be great, along all the Spanish moss and unique wildlife central Florida has to offer. But ah those pesky headwinds coming off the coast I’m trying to reach… will my less-than-robust pre-ride conditioning do me in?

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Space Coast Loop – Part 2

Morning start and campsite experience details
Weather conditions and gear choices
Appreciation for campsite amenities and value
Plans for the day’s ride, including terrain and stops
Descriptions of the Spring to Spring Trail and East Central Regional Rail Trail
Interactions with other cyclists and wildlife observations
Food and hydration strategy throughout the day
Physical and mental state reflections
Overall journey reflections, including trail beauty and challenges
Anticipation for future rides and route planning

Evening reflections and campsite experiences

Statistics

Miles biked 51.4
Sugary sodas 2
Shoutouts to Aussies 1 (Matty Freedom!)
Spanish Moss mentions 3
NASA nerdery count 5 or 6?
Sum total of Manatees and Hammocks at Manatee Hammock campground 0
Frustration with wind noise on this tour journal infinity
Flats 0

Trip Overview

Music

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