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The Maybird Cycling Podcast

by Joe Draper

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A youth-focused podcast about the wide world of cycling. From training to racing to gear and more, The Maybird Cycling Podcast is a small part of our mission to develop passionate cyclists and excellent humans.

From the show's RSS feed, refreshed Nov 2, 2026. Source feed.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 197- States Shout-Outs and Plans for 2027

    What a season!

  2. Episode 196- Halloween Scary Stories

    What a ride.

  3. Episode 195- States Prep with Coach Kyson

    Coach Kyson is back!

  4. Episode 194- Flow

    Go with it, I guess?

  5. Episode 193- Dan and Ryker on Cyclocross

    If you guys like Ryker more than me, be sure not to let me know in the comments. My feelings are delicate.

  6. Episode 192- Goals and Process (Awkward Solo Podcast)

    Goals are awesome! The process is awesome! If you are reading this then YOU are awesome!!

  7. Episode 191- TBY

    There back yonder? Try blue yo-yo's? Tickle bloated yaks?

  8. Episode 190- Sleep is for the... fast?

    *insert snoring noises*

  9. Episode 189- How to roll faster with Xander

    Just Xander and Dan today. We deep dive into tires and I had a lot to learn!!

  10. Episode 188- The most NICA-ful time of the year

    It's that time of the year.

  11. Episode 187- Non-Bike Episode

    Share this one AROUND the world.

  12. Episode 186- Gravity (Part 2- How to burn matches)

    Burn baby burn.

  13. Episode 185- Gravity (Part 1)

    This episode will be confusing if you're a flat earther :(

  14. Episode 184- A strong body and a bike that fits makes your life better. Trust me!! with Sam Hayden

    I had a fascinating conversation with Sam Hayden, a physical therapist who is focusing his practice on helping cyclists have stronger bodies and ride more comfortably. We discuss strength, how multiple sports make you faster, and some bike fit basics. If you want to get in touch with Sam his...

  15. Episode 183- Is creatine better that Ovaltine?

    Is it for cyclists?

  16. Episode 182- A crampy episode

    People must have really hated Charlie's horse huh?

  17. Episode 181- How to hydration?

    Water and stuff?

  18. Episode 180- The Heat of the Moment (part. 2)

    Lots of racing, lots of heat, and some food recommendations.

  19. Episode 179- The Heat of the Moment (part. 1)

    A little anti-climactical

  20. Episode 178- A shorter episode about longer rides

    Long rides are lit.

  21. Episode 177- Too fuel for school (part. 2)

    It's a long one but it's good! (or something)

  22. Episode 176- Too fuel for school (part. 1)

    Team potato for life.

  23. Episode 175- The sticky pendulum

    Confused? Ask your doctor if listening to the episode is right for you.

  24. Episode 174- FTP (fuh-tuh-puh)

    More acronyms for ya.

  25. Episode 173- Worth It? (Bike Edition)

    Which level are you?

  26. Episode 172- All your base are (still) belong to us

    Lots of racing, lots of base, lots of Zone 2, and LOTS of analogies.

  27. Episode 171- March is already over and Miles Baker is here to talk about it

    Miles is back!

  28. Episode 170- Planning your season for long-term success

    Tried to think of something funny. I didn't.

  29. Episode 169- If you do these 9 things, you'll be fine

    The top 9 things you need to be doing to have a long and successful career.

  30. Episode 168- How to be a parent to an athlete

    It can't be that hard, right?

  31. Episode 167- Let's name the zones, the zones, the zones.....

    Please tell me that you get it.

  32. Episode 166- Sarah Kaufmann on youth development

    Local legend and coach Sarah Kaufmann shares her thoughts on youth development.

  33. Episode 165- The no duh diet

    Get ready for some really wild nutrition advice. Like, we're talking SUPER left-field stuff.

  34. Episode 164- The only two things we care about

    Don't be a dork (a terrible person).

  35. Episode 163- Helena Archibald on Everesting

    Good, smart people are out there. Don't believe me? Give this one a listen.

  36. Episode 162- Art O'Connor and Sam Hayden

    Two experts WEIGH in (see what I did there???) on strength training and weight lifting.

  37. 2026 Launch Meeting

    Welcome to the 2026 season!

  38. Episode 161- Picking Isaac's brain never gets old

    Isaac Boyden is back, and he said that this was actually LESS nerdy than he expected. I'll let you be the judge.

  39. Episode 160- Pete Webber Interview

    An incredible conversation with a legend.

  40. Episode 159- Xander drops some elite ball knowledge

    Oh, so you think that YOU know a lot about bikes???

  41. Episode 158- Kyson on trainers and Game of Thrones

    Kyson likes the trainer sometimes.

  42. Episode 157- Filling your bucket (list)

    Some cool races and a cool song about a boat.

  43. Episode 156- Lifetime Health

    We spend 50% of our time on disclaimers.

  44. Episode 155- Sam Hayden Interview

    We discuss a HUGE weekend of racing and talk to PT Sam Hayden. Resource Link- https://dialing-in-your-body-for-s8cbp7n.gamma.site/

  45. Episode 154- Zach Calton Interview

    We talk to one of the GOATs of Utah cycling.

  46. Episode 153- What should you do every day?

    Winter training!

  47. Episode 153- 2025 States Recap

    What a weekend. Bravo.

  48. Episode 152- States 2025

    Yes, there is an 's.'

  49. Episode 151- Taper your way to the peak (or something like that)

    Zoom is a curse.

  50. Episode 150- A different episode

    Joe's career choices and their relevance to our team.

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About this show

A youth-focused podcast about the wide world of cycling. From training to racing to gear and more, The Maybird Cycling Podcast is a small part of our mission to develop passionate cyclists and excellent humans.

Hosted by

Joe Draper

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Maybird Cycling Podcast have?

The Maybird Cycling Podcast has 207 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 2, 2026.

What is The Maybird Cycling Podcast about?

A youth-focused podcast about the wide world of cycling. From training to racing to gear and more, The Maybird Cycling Podcast is a small part of our mission to develop passionate cyclists and excellent humans.

How often does The Maybird Cycling Podcast release new episodes?

The Maybird Cycling Podcast publishes weekly, based on its 207 episodes since July 2022.

Who hosts The Maybird Cycling Podcast?

The Maybird Cycling Podcast is created and hosted by Joe Draper.
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