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Gravel Things

by Stu Streeter · English · Sport

Stu Streeter, proud age grouper and certified "gravel dad," talking all things gravel with some of the most influential people in the sport.

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 1 hr 26 min
Latest: 24 Jul 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

24 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

Drew "Dizzle" Dillman: Lifetime Grand Prix adds a Character

Unless you've been under the biggest rock in the gravel world, you know Drew Dillman well. "Dizzle," as he's known on his main podcast, Bonk Bros., is famous for putting his foot in his mouth and saying some outlandish stuff -- all in the spirit of good laughs with his buds. If you have ever wondered, "is this guy real, or a cartoon character?" -- well, you're not alone. I have wondered the same -- and we get into it. But that's not all, we also talk about his recent inclusion into the Lifetime Grand Prix, Lunchbox Racing, Ignition Coach Co., and his plan to acclimate for his first ever…

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E47 · 10 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
Stephen Fitzgerald: Can Chinese Gravel Ruin Rodeo Labs?
With a long history as a designer and rippin' roadie, Stephen set out with a handful of friends to create a different kind of cycling team. It was 2014 and Rodeo Adventure Labs was born. These days Stephen is still a ripper, still creating inclusive community on and off the bike, but he's also created some of the most capable and sought after bikes, wheels, and innovations in the boutique gravel space. In this ep Stephen talks about the influx of chinese gravel brands and his surprising take on that and so much more. This episode is sponsored in part by Silca, Performance Bike, and…
E46 · 28 Jun 2026 · 1 hr
Bikepacking is the Spirit of Gravel - Lost Sierra w/ Forest Baker
After an amazing weekend in the Lost Sierra with 40 new friends at Beckwourth Peak High Camp I had to sit down with it's founder/owner Forest Baker to talk all things gravel in the Lost Sierra. We recap Lost & Found Gravel Grinder, look toward the start line of Bones to Blue Bikepacking race, and even chat a bit about the new FKT laid down at Tour Divide recently, a race Forest has completed twice. The spirit of gravel is alive and well, in bikepacking. All this and more on this episode of Gravel Things. Big thanks to those who support us, shop at Silca.cc using code "gravelthingspodcast15,"…
E45 · 3 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 10 min
Paige Onweller: From P.A. to Podiums
A former collegiate middle distance runner, Paige had only ever ridden a bike to rehab injuries until that all changed in 2020. A few events on Zwift followed by some TT's and then her first ever mass start gravel event in 2021 was the beginning of a beautiful journey on the podiums at Unbound, Rule of Three, Gravel Nationals, and more. Her big break came after a solo win at Big Sugar a few years back where he meticulous prep and calm confidence proved she is a woman to be feared on the bike. I sat down with Paige at her home just outside of Bentonville, AK to talk all things gravel. Paige…
E44 · 20 Mar 2026 · 49 min
Joe Goettl: Nothing MID about Mid South
Just 24 hours after a breakout performance at the MID SOUTH where Joe Solo'd to a 10th place finish among a stacked field of serious hitters we sat down on the patio in Stillwater, OK where the spirit of gravel is alive and well to talk about his huge result and way more. Joe did not hold back in sharing his thoughts on the Friday 1PM start, his bid to get into the Lifetime Grand Prix via the wildcard, Co-host confessions, a game, and of course listener questions from our live audience. Be sure to support the show while supporting your habit of using only the best equipment from Silca.cc A…
E43 · 6 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
Derek Teel: Everesting his way back to the top
Derek Teel is a personal trainer, Instagram sensation, hard man on the road bike, and former Enduro racer who has spent the last few years rehabbing following a near fatal hit and run. Derek runs Dialed Health and the "Dialed Health Fam," depends on his strength and mobility coaching to keep their cycling goals from derailing by injury. Derek is also a Specialized athlete and his insights in this new age of the Super Team are interesting and insightful. You're gonna love this episode. We talk RADL GRVL, and his upcoming Everest in our own backyard of Auburn, CA. Don't forget to shop Silca.cc…
E42 · 24 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Bobby Wintle: The Midsouth ring leader and dream maker
On this, our first episode of Gravel Things, Stu and Bobby talk all things Midsouth, including some predictions based on the pro start list. Bobby gives a sneak peek of the main stage line up for bands, details on the new start finish venue and more. Bobby Wintle is Midsouth Gravel's founder and ring leader. His famous finish line hugs and boundless energy is a site to behold. What he has created in Stillwater Oklahoma is a delicate mix of music festival, inclusive party, bike race, and tour of local beer. This episode is supported by the good people and first-in-class products from Silca.…
E41 · 23 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Episode 38: California Calls the Kings
After a long holiday hiatus we are back with big news on the future of Gravel Kings (it's good news). Plus we talk winter training, the King's new Sauna, race recaps from RADL GRVL, Santa Val, and Ted's P10 at Low Gap...All this and more! Links and notes of interest: Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Follow Laura at @lauracameronking Follow Ted at @iamtedking Check out Ted's YouTube Vlog from his Coast Trip here: https://youtu.be/h6VfahVLuRI?si=a6wAoB7yHkl8PSKk
E40 · 11 Nov 2025 · 1 hr 15 min
Episode 37: End of Year AWARDS SHOW!
With the race season now in the rearview, it's time to cue up the 2025 AWARDS SHOW! Tune in to see if your picks for top performances, best season overall, biggest surprises, the "DID THAT JUST REALLY HAPPEN?" award, and more. A few more notes of interest: Thank you Silca for supporting this episode! Don't miss out, pay them a visit in November at www.silca.cc and use the code gravelkings5 to get 5% savings on top of their massive month-long Black Friday prices! Watch Ted's favorite Silca video of Josh Portner here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8BbR-Py02o Stu tore up RodeoCross. Check…
E39 · 27 Oct 2025 · 1 hr 40 min
Episode 36: Megahopper, What IS the Off-Season, Wrap Up to LTGP
Thank you SILCA for your support of the pod! Get 15% off your next purchase at Silca.cc by using the code GraveKings15. The gang is back together! Welcome back to episode 36, this is a good'n as we have lots to cover. Ted wrapped up his Megahopper, 414 miles around northern California, Laura is bouncing between maintaining fitness and debating an off-season, Stu is bunny hopping his way into the cross season, there's lots to cover as always. Check out Ted's video from VTXL here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-02v8T1bcJM Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Follow…
E38 · 17 Oct 2025 · 1 hr 38 min
Episode 35: UCI Gravel Worlds, Bikepacking and FKTs Galore, Sickness, and Jetlag, What Else IS There?!
Welcome to episode 35 of Gravel Kings! After a few weeks of busy late season racing, we opted for have just Laura and Ted sit down to chat as our schedules with Stu aren't quite lining up. But we're eager to hear where he's been lately too, stay tuned! Laura is freshly back from the UCI gravel world championships, filled with mayhem, drama, and good times. Ted FKT'ed the VTXL and then bikepacked across Portugal, he's off to the Megahopper in northern California in a few short hours. This one is action packed so stay tuned! Check out Ted's video from Portugal here:…
E37 · 6 Sep 2025 · 1 hr 29 min
Episode 34: Gravel Worlds, Vermont Overland, Fistful of Dirt, and How to Stay Regular!
Hello and welcome back to Gravel Kings! Labor Day in the rearview mirror means summer is drawing to a close. So late season races are fast and furious -- Ted was at Gravel Worlds and donned his road attire for Green Mountain Stage Race. Laura got to try her hand at Vermont Overland and came away with nothing but smiles. Stu had an, umm... interesting go at Fistful of Dirt in Wyoming, but he came away lighter AND with a trip to the podium! Check out Ted's John Gaston episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4oJNdH6UOZ0Xyu8HLpD4aT?si=eREgUdcxSBqTkX4Sl18VJA Shout out to Cycle Works in…
E36 · 20 Aug 2025 · 1 hr 47 min
Episode 33: Leadville recap, Rocky Mountain Adventures, Gravel Worlds, and Another New Game
Welcome back to a midsummer treat here on episode 33. We talk about Laura's recent return from the high mountain air of Colorado including a run-in with a moose, Ted's linked together back-to-back wins(!) and is next off to Gravel Worlds in Nebraska, Stu has his favorite Fist Full of Dirt on the horizon and the start of his beloved cyclocross just around the corner. #crossiscoming! We are thankful to our show partner PERC Coffee for supporting this episode! Use this link to get 15% off your next order OR use the code…
E35 · 6 Aug 2025 · 1 hr 39 min
Episode 32: TOURS de France Coverage, Leadville Stage Race, Race Day Survive Kit, and a New Game
Gravel Kings is back with a mid-summer classic. In peak summer form, we have talk of the men's Tour de France and the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift. Laura comes up big with an exciting new game for the other guests to play and you, the listener at home! There's a lot more in store, so buckle up. Visit @gravelkingspodcast and send us your questions or to [email protected] Thanks to PERC Coffee for supporting this episode! Use the code gravelkings15 for a nice discount off your next coffee purchase.
E34 · 13 Jul 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
Episode 31: Tour Time, baby! UCI Rules Pertain to Gravel? New "Who Am I?" Game, and More!
Welcome back to Gravel Kings! Another exciting episode in store with a new game to kick things off, Who Am I? We'll talk about the latest debate in which the UCI has inserted their foot firmly in their mouth, this time about handlebar measurements and whether the rule will extend to gravel. The Tour de France is upon us, so naturally we'll talk Tour. That plus answering your questions, as we always love to do. Visit @gravelkingspodcast and send us your questions or to [email protected] Thanks to PERC Coffee for supporting this episode! Use the code gravelkings15 for a nice…
E33 · 25 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Episode 30: LIVE FROM GRAVEL KINGS WEEKEND!
This is an exciting first; we're live from Gravel Kings Weekend at Mad Bush Falls in Waitsfield, VT! We recorded on Saturday evening of this three day getaway. With lots of fun banter, we have the usual Pick Three, Stu introduced Would You Rather..., and plenty of great photos submitted online and submitted in-person. This episode is sponsored by PERC! Use the code gravelkings15 for 15% off your next order at perccoffee.com You can see everything that was planned by visiting: www.madbushfalls.com/gravel-kings-weekend Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Follow…
E32 · 8 Jun 2025 · 2 hr 18 min
Episode 29: UNBOUND Week in Review, Gravel Hall of Fame, Laura Goes to the Hospital, and More
Buckle in for our longest show yet, as we're celebrating UNBOUND, the XL, and (mostly) all things Emporia, Kansas. UNBOUND is the grand daddy of gravel racing so with racing in the Flint Hill now a thing of the past in 2025, the first half of the season has come to a close. But that just opens up a chance to analyze every detail of the race. From the heat to the competition, the wicked international line up, how badly the heat crippled Laura, Ted's go at the XL, and how it all fits together. Visit madbushfalls.com/gravel-kings-weekend as there are still spots to join us June 20-22! You can…
E31 · 28 May 2025 · 1 hr 36 min
Episode 28: UNBOUND week, Gravel Locos Recap, Injuries, and Caffeination Station
It was hot and humid in Texas and now we're in cold and dank Kansas for Unbound. Was all that heat training a waste of time?! What happens when you invest so much and then get hit by a truck, like Dylan Johnson did after logging 100 hours of training the past three weeks for Unbound? Gosh, this plus so much more in this riveting episode of Gravel Kings. We have a great new sponsor in PERC Coffee! Pay them a visit and use code gravelkings15 for handy discount on your next best cup of coffee! Check out the Live Slow Ride Fast youtube of Rwanda…
E30 · 10 May 2025 · 1 hr 36 min
Episode 27: Growler, Traka, Highlands UCI Summary, Plus QnA
How often do you replace your cycling shoes? Great question! There's that plus many more, lots of chatter about recent bike races all across the northern hemisphere, as well as the typical Gravel Kings banter. Hey, we're excited to boast about our friends at Trueform Design who are supporting this episode. Do you have a back of the napkin idea that you'd like to make into a tangible reality? Whether it’s short-run machining jobs, TIG Welding or innovative prototypes, Trueform makes it happen with CNC Mills, Lathes, 3D Printing, precision and passion. Check them out at www.trueformdesign.com…
E29 · 16 Apr 2025 · 1 hr 30 min
Episode 26: Sea Otter Hangover, Fake FKT, Levi's on the Horizon
Welcome back! The crew was together this past weekend at Sea Otter and is getting together this coming weekend. Face to face time is hard to beat and so was the fun these consecutive weeks! As always, we have your fun questions to answer, but lots of other recent fodder to cover. Heck, and we don't even talk the roundup of the UCI spring classics! This is a humdinger, so sit back and enjoy. Head on over to DialedHealth.com and use the code GRAVELKINGS for 20% off annual memberships. We three are all recent converts to Dialed Health's amazing programs and know you'll enjoy them too. Check out…
E28 · 31 Mar 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
Episode 25: Spring Classics and Spring Cleaning
The gang is back, catching up on the Spring Classics, the start of the UCI Gravel Series, the wildfires in Midsouth and the aftermath of a cancellation, then a dive into listener questions. Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Follow Laura at @lauracameronking Follow Ted at @iamtedking Send your questions to [email protected] or message your questions to the Instagram handle above.
E27 · 9 Mar 2025 · 1 hr 30 min
Episode 24: The Season Kicks into Gear! MidSouth, UCI doing Gravel, Loads of Q's!
Welcome to another good'n! In this episode we talk aesthetics, do you race to win at all costs... or should you eschew from time trial helmets in road (gravel) races? How about gravel gearing in road races, is a 200lb racer up for the win in a UCI road race? We've got that, plus loads of great listener questions on today's episode. Thanks for tuning in! Some nice talking points from today's ep: The Escape Collective is a great source for your cycling news needs. The Spin Cycle is especially good reading: escapecollective.com/spin-cycle-mon All Bodies on Bikes is talked about for a place to…
E26 · 20 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 23 min
Episode 23: Race Around Rwanda, Part 2
We're back with more intel on Ted's recent Race Around Rwanda. Stu and Laura pepper Ted with great questions submitted by the audience, this time around targeting the finale of the race, plus all the tech and gear questions that came in. Stu's "Pick Three" is very time appropriate and the gang puts together their best ultra-playlist. And to catch up on all the coverage of the race, Ted's compiled that into a blog which you can find here: www.iamtedking.com/blog/race-around-rwanda Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Follow Laura at @lauracameronking Follow Ted at…
E25 · 15 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 42 min
Episode 22: Race Around Rwanda, Part 1
Hello gravel fans! We've got a whopper of an episode today as the gang dissects Ted's successful return from Race Around Rwanda. First up, the opening professional and semi-professional traits of our hosts, next a riveting round of Pick Three, and then onto this 1,000 km bikepacking race all the way around the country of Rwanda. Buckle in for this one and stay tuned for the next part of this two part series! Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Follow Laura at @lauracameronking Follow Ted at @iamtedking Send your questions to [email protected] or message…
E24 · 29 Jan 2025 · 1 hr 18 min
Episode 21: Let the Good Times Roll, the Season Has Begun!
Lots to discuss today, a busy birthday weekend complete with a surprise party, Stu's warm weather trip to Arizona, Ted being voted into the Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame and upcoming trip to Race Around Rwanda, lots of great questions about nutrition and staying limber and strong, and plenty more. Some great content from the show. Here's Laura's video showing Ted that he's in the HoF: https://youtu.be/OYHh09U6jbg?si=FM38Yz-5Zt7xZyYX Here's the Race Around Rwanda route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49334442 Ted's Prep for RAR:https://youtu.be/F7VEjHfHTaM?si=c-NbBSVawv9bA3pZ
E23 · 9 Jan 2025 · 54 min
Episode 20: New Year's Resolutions, A New Game, and Wearing Out Carbon Bikes
Here we go with episode 20! Lots to discuss on the start of a new year beginning with resolution. If Dry'uary is one of yours, here's a solid conversation starter. Next we'll play a new game called Pick Three, we get into the wear and tear or carbon bikes and if that's a thing, why there's an unwritten rule of bibs over shorts, and what's it like to ride lonely through these desolate winter months. Per the conversation about Dry'uary, if you're interested in trying WHOOP, use Ted's code join.whoop.com/ted for a free WHOOP band and free first month! We often talk about how awesome Cochrans…
E22 · 16 Dec 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
Episode 19: Year in Review, Gravel vs. World Tour Salaries, Dressing for Success, and More!
Hello and welcome back to another great episode of Gravel Kings Podcast! We've got a barn burner today as we look back at the year in review courtesy of Strava, we examine salaries of World Tour riders as compared to the nascent world of gravel pros, we chat about how to deal with a case of the shimmies as well as a case of cold weather riding. It's that plus lots more, so welcome to the show. Check out Ted's Cannondale year-end video of UCI Worlds here: https://youtu.be/ipqFah7Hrm0?si=RZ-nerU3Q5fQp7d6 Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Follow Ted at @iamtedking…
E21 · 28 Nov 2024 · 1 hr 33 min
Episode 18: Strava's API disaster, Gravel Nationals, Winter is Looming, & More
The holidays are upon us here in Thanksgiving week and the team catches up on all kinds of timely discussions. Strava has changed their API usage, which presents lots of challenges for seemingly every cycling app on the planet! There are changes at USACycling with a move for gravel nationals. This has been in Nebraska and they're moving to the Driftless region of Minnesota. We'll talk about what goes into the creation of an annual gravel calendar, plus lots more. Per our conversation today, check out Ted's winter riding tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QmvOTbuviA and…
E20 · 15 Nov 2024 · 1 hr 33 min
Episode 17: Life Time Grand Prix Season Wrap AND
Welcome back to another great episode. In today's show we'll recount the 2024 gravel season through the eyes of the Life Time Grand Prix. Then we dissect the upcoming changes to the 2025 season, the rosters, and make estimates on the coming year. We also tackle questions about the off-season, our favorite adventure races, and (as always) so much more! Per our conversation today, check out the Melisa Rollins podcast with Ted here: https://iamtedking.podbean.com/e/episode-143-melisa-rollins-professional-cyclist/ Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Ted at @iamtedking Follow Laura at…
E19 · 2 Nov 2024 · 1 hr 15 min
Episode 16: Lots and Lots of QnA!
You asked, we answered! Are gravel bikes just mountain bikes from a decade ago? How do events steer clear or town-gown drama? To cyclocross: yes or no? Is pumpkin pie the greatest dessert ever? What's the deal with all the gravel series popping up around the world? And don't forget...! Follow us at @gravelkingspodcast Follow Ted at @iamtedking Follow Laura at @lauracameronking Follow Stu at @ridingthefences Send your questions to [email protected] or DM to the instagram handle above.

About Gravel Things

Stu Streeter, proud age grouper and certified "gravel dad," talking all things gravel with some of the most influential people in the sport.

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Language: English
Category: Sport
New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 1 hr 26 min
Latest episode: 24 Jul 2026
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