The Paceline Cycling Podcast
The Paceline is a cycling podcast from The Cycling Independent, hosted by Patrick Brady and Lori Barrett, covering road, gravel, mountain and commuter riding, bike gear and the bicycle's place in society. It has 500 episodes released roughly weekly, typically 50 to 55 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 15,000 per episode, with a host-read rate of about $90 to $380 per episode.
Ten years of weekly cycling conversation with gear-focused, engaged riders
- About 500 episodes released roughly weekly, with a median run time of 52 minutes.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.4 from 298 ratings, indicating a loyal listener base.
- Recent guests include bike brand founders, frame builders and race mechanics, suiting product sponsors.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, gear discussion
- Tone
- conversational, knowledgeable
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 55 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- cycling gear
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description links to The Cycling Independent shop, and the website offers site-level sponsor placements, but no sponsor mentions appear in the 20 recent episode titles.
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Family friendly
No explicit flag is set and the recent titles cover gear, racing and trail advocacy.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | cyclingindependent.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1080783128 |
| RSS feed | cyclingindependent.com/feed/podcast/ |
Benchmark score: 86 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Paceline Podcast 487: Bike Friends | 2026-10-15 | 37 min |
| Paceline Podcast 486: Readying for Winter | 2026-10-08 | 45 min |
| Paceline Podcast 485: Adam Miller of Revel Bikes | 2026-10-01 | 59 min |
| Paceline Podcast 484: Katy Bryce of Robert Axle Project and Old Man Mo | 2026-09-24 | 56 min |
| Paceline Podcast 483: John Higgins of Fit Kit Systems | 2026-09-17 | 58 min |
| Paceline Podcast 482: Pro Race Mechanic Vince Gee | 2026-09-10 | 53 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The Paceline is a cycling podcast aimed at roadies, mountain bikers, commuters, cyclocross enthusiasts, those who grind gravel—indeed anyone who claims cycling for their own. The bicycle is more than a thing, it’s an issue. The Paceline also discusses the bike’s place in society. The hosts love bike gear so expect some banter about what works and what does not on the road and trail. The podcast…
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About The Paceline Cycling Podcast
The Paceline is a cycling podcast produced by The Cycling Independent and hosted by Patrick Brady and Lori Barrett, according to the show description in the feed. It covers road, mountain, gravel, cyclocross and commuter riding, with frequent discussion of bike gear and the bicycle's place in society. Episodes are published weekly and have a median length of about 52 minutes.
The show has 500 episodes and holds a 4.4 average rating from 298 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Recent episodes feature interviews with industry figures, including bike brand founders, frame builders and race mechanics. Audience figures are estimates based on Apple rating volume: roughly 5,000 to 15,000 downloads per episode, with an audience skewing toward adult riders in the United States.
The show's feed and website show no named sponsors, only a shop link and a general offer of ad placements. A host-read mid-roll would be estimated at about $90 to $380 per episode, suiting cycling gear, apparel and maintenance brands looking for engaged riders.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Paceline Cycling Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Paceline Cycling Podcast
How much does The Paceline Cycling Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 15,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $380 per episode. Final pricing should be confirmed with the show directly.
What is The Paceline Cycling Podcast about?
The Paceline is a weekly cycling podcast covering road, gravel and mountain biking, bike gear, and the bicycle's role in society. Hosts Patrick Brady and Lori Barrett discuss products and riding with industry guests.
How do I contact The Paceline Cycling Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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