Heart Rate Anomalies, 32-Inch Wheel Rumors, and the 9-Course Valentine Menu | ShiftLess 134 episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 1H 37M

Heart Rate Anomalies, 32-Inch Wheel Rumors, and the 9-Course Valentine Menu | ShiftLess 134

from ShiftLess Cycling Adventures and Unpaved Bicycle Culture · host ShiftLess Hosts Hooked on Gravel, Bikepacking and MTB

Is your heart rate monitor lying to you, or are you pushing into the red zone without knowing it?In this episode, Kevin and Brad deconstruct the "Heart Rate Mystery" after Brad's monitor hits 182 BPM during a casual conversation on the bike. We dive into the logic of checking your tech ( Garmin vs. Wahoo straps) and when it’s time for a professional blood panel. We also analyze the strategic parallels between Olympic Curling and gravel racing before reviewing the "Save the Cat" logic behind Brad’s recent 9-course Valentine’s Day feast.In this episode, we deconstruct:Physiological Mysteries: Troubleshooting heart rate data spikes and the importance of checking against different sensors for peace of mind.The 32-Inch Wheel Timeline: Why the industry might be waiting for the Tour Divide to unveil the next generation of unpaved hoops.Salsa Flyway vs. Warbird: A first look at the rebranding of Salsa’s legendary gravel racer and the new Allied Fits 140mm travel build.The Valentine’s 9-Course Logic: Brad breaks down the "Flavor Profile Strategy" behind his bone broth miso, jerk oxtails, and burnt honey bourbon custard.Curling Tactics: Why the "chess on ice" strategy is a gentleman's sport until the Canadian "finger-pushing" controversy begins.Van Life Logistics: Trading in the Subaru for a Jeep and why the EcoFlow Wave 3 is becoming a requirement for mobile basecamps.Whether you are a gear nerd looking for the latest on 32-inch wheel supply chains or a foodie curious about the "weight efficiency" of a 9-course meal, this episode provides the strategic audit you need.Connect with the Community:Spinistry Events: www.spinistry.netThe USA Trail: www.theusatrail.comFood. Adventures. Memories. Visit us at www.eatatfam.comFollow the Journey: Join us as we scout the transcontinental USA Trail and define the future of BasePacking.Keywords: Heart rate anomalies cycling, 32-inch wheel rumors, Salsa Flyway review, Allied Fits 140mm, Olympic Curling Strategy, DIY Dry Aging Meat, Valentine’s Day 9-course menu, Garmin vs Wahoo heart rate strap, Spinistry, BasePacking 2026.

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