Kathryn Bertine on The FattyCast, Me on the Paceline
I’m such a fan of the amazing things that are happening in women’s cycling right now. Which, just in case you didn’t know it, automatically means I’m a huge fan of Kathryn Bertine: pro cyclist, author, filmmaker and activist.
Kathryn Bertine’s one of the strongest voices in women’s cycling. Her documentary, Half the Road, has opened eyes and doors about this neglected half of our sport.
But her achievements have come at a cost.
In the latest episode of The FattyCast, Kathryn and I talk about risk, reward, politics in the peloton, advocacy, her new team and her role in it, her next book, and how hard it can be for pro cyclists to keep a roof over their heads.
It’s an inspirational, honest, and very open conversation with a strong cyclist who’s making a difference. You won’t want to miss this episode of The FattyCast.
So: check it out on iTunes, or Google Play Music, or get the RSS Feed (http://fattycast.com/rss). Or just listen / download it here:
And while you’re at it, be sure to read the book that made me a fan of Kathryn’s writing before I ever admired her work in women’s cycling: As Good As Gold. It’s a fun, funny, and eye-opening read…especially in a Summer Olympics year.
Fatty and Red Kite Prayer, on The PaceLine #7
I have really been enjoying working Patrick Brady and Michael Hotten of Red Kite Prayer on a second weekly podcast: The Paceline (subscribe on iTunes here).
The latest episode is especially good, because I talk a bunch on it. Specifically, we talk about:
- Cycling words we could do with out — and I go off the rails and start talking why I think we should eliminate the word “doping” from our vocabulary.
- Tipping the Mechanic: Yes, we actually talk about one of my blog posts and whether bike mechanics should be tipped, and more specifically to what degree (and with what substance) they should be tipped. It’s like this weird alternate universe where I’m a serious, thoughtful person who somehow believes he has something to say.
- Bike Wheel Sizes: In which I suddenly have a genuinely brilliant flash of inspiration. Seriously.
Comment by BostonCarlos | 03.3.2016 | 11:34 am
I already listened to Kathryn’s episode though! Publish another one for the week! :)
Also, I’m REALLY loving the paceline. It has quickly become my favorite thing to listen to. As a music lover, that’s really saying something. So Kudos to you, Michael, and Padraig!
Comment by Tom in Albany | 03.3.2016 | 2:34 pm
Great podcast. You both had fun and it was educational! The chimichanga was a highlight!
Comment by Jim | 03.3.2016 | 3:45 pm
2nd interview I’ve heard with her. I think the other was on Elevation Trail. Women’s cycling has been on a roller coaster as long as I’ve been following cycling (since early 90s). I’m not sure any more so than other disciplines. I am always put off when organizers hold a token women’s crit or TT along with the pro stage races. That seems like an insult to the racers and to the fans. Far better to go all in with a full stage race. They are no less exciting than the men and often more so. The new women’s world cup is awesome!
Comment by wharton_crew | 03.3.2016 | 5:09 pm
@ Jeff D – post this here so you’ll see it as it relates to your comment on the last blog entry:
Jeff, I don’t know that you’ll see this now that a new blog post is up (I’ll comment on the new post, too), but I vividly recall the post that got me hooked on this blog — Climbing is for Crying
It’s brutally honest, showcases cycling technical skills, and it speaks to the roots of why FatCyclist got started and why most of us still care enough to donate and do crazy things like 100MON.
Thanks for such a great post, Fatty.
Comment by Jeff Dieffenbach | 03.3.2016 | 10:06 pm
@wharton_crew, thanks, will read it ASAP!
Comment by GeistOnABike | 03.4.2016 | 7:43 am
Hey Fatty, thanks for the update on how Madeline Bemis did at 24 hour worlds during the Paceline podcast. I had just been wondering how she did. For anyone who is not listening to the Paceline, you should give it a try. It is excellent and entertaining, and it makes my boring commute tolerable once a week.
Comment by Bill Bochnak | 04.5.2016 | 12:13 pm
Fatty, sharing what i tweeted as soon as i saw the VN article “fingers crossed & sending positive vibes 2 a pro among pro’s someone I look up 2 & admire on & off the bike #thebest” thanks for setting this up & hoping this find its way to KB when she is feeling better :-)