Stoke Podcast

I rode 230 miles into a 400-mile bikepacking race… and then I quit.In this solo episode, I break down my experience at Pinyon and Pines: what went wrong, what I didn’t expect, and the moment I knew I was done. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the reality of pushing limits, dealing with doubt, and learning the hard way.I also share what I’m taking from that experience into this year’s race, and what has to change if I’m going to show up differently.For more information about the 2026 Pinyon and Pines: https://danaernst.com/PinyonsPines/

In this episode of Stoke Podcast, I sit down with one of my good friends and one of the most creative people I know, Dane Wallace.We talk about Dane’s journey from working a corporate job to taking a leap of faith and building Cry Later, a brand rooted in creativity and honesty, and eventually launching Park Drive Pizza, a take-out pizza operation run straight out of his house, where people order ahead and come pick it up.Dane shares the real story behind choosing the uncertain path, trusting his instincts, and creating things that truly feel aligned with who he is.We also dive into a defining moment in his life, a cycling crash where he was hit by an RV while riding his road bike and how that experience reshaped his perspective on cycling, risk, and life moving forward.This conversation isn’t about hype or highlight reels. It’s about creativity, resilience, and choosing to build a life that feels true.I’m beyond stoked to have Dane on the podcast.Stay tuned and enjoy.Cry Later: crylatersupply.comCry Later InstagramOrder Park Drive Food... like right now: click here!Park Drive Food InstagramFollow Danes Journey: https://www.instagram.com/dane.wallace/