AdventureAmps Podcast combines the excitement of e-biking with outdoor exploration, offering listeners stories, tips, and laughs from various adventures. It caters to both seasoned e-bikers and beginners, focusing on scenic routes, challenging elements, and the joy of discovery. Tune in for an audio journey that aims to energize your sense of adventure.
Beyond the Rack: Why Multi-Day E-Bike Tours Just Work
In this episode of Adventure Amps, host Mike explores the magic of multi-day e-bike tours—the perfect mix of adventure, comfort, and discovery. Whether you’re coasting through desert canyons or rolling past jazz clubs, these guided tours take the stress out of planning so you can just ride, relax, and experience the world.
Mike shares pro tips for planning your first e-bike tour, from smart packing to pacing yourself and embracing the little detours that make every trip unforgettable. You’ll also get a taste of four incredible e-bike cities—Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami, and Nashville—each offering its own rhythm, flavor, and scenery.
Plus, don’t miss this episode’s micro-moment, a stunning ride through Nevada’s Valley of Fire State Park, where ancient petroglyphs and Martian landscapes meet modern e-biking freedom.
And finally, Mike delivers a lighthearted rant about “parking lot purgatory” (every e-biker’s nightmare) and how guided tours make that frustration vanish.
Whether you’re a seasoned rider or an adventure newbie, this episode will inspire you to travel lighter, ride farther, and find joy in every mile.
28 Oct 2025
VeloSwap & The Spirit of Colorado Cycling
In this episode of Adventure AMPS, host Mike gears up for VeloSwap, Colorado’s biggest bike swap and expo, alongside special guest Ashley from Bicycle Colorado. Together, they explore what makes this long-standing event a Colorado cycling tradition — from e-bike innovation to kids’ rodeos, used gear treasure hunts, and the wild energy of the test ride zone.
Ashley shares behind-the-scenes insights on Bicycle Colorado’s mission to make biking safer and more accessible statewide, while Mike brings his trademark humor, real-world e-bike advice, and a few “ghostly” tales from Denver’s Cherry Creek Trail.
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7 Oct 2025
Ebikes Make Life More Fun: Food Tours & Finding Mindful Momentum
In this episode of Adventure AMPS, Mike takes you on a ride through the world of e-bikes — exploring how they transform commuting, food adventures, mindfulness, and fitness. From Colorado’s scenic byways to donut-fueled rides around town, Mike shares practical tips, hilarious rants, and inspiring reasons to hop on two wheels and start pedaling toward more joy and freedom.
♀️ Episode Highlights
E-Bikes + Public Transit Magic Discover how combining your e-bike with light rail or buses can save money, reduce stress, and make your commute something to look forward to.
DIY E-Bike Food Tours Mike’s 3-step system for planning the ultimate rideable foodie adventure — complete with pro tips on routes, hydration, and leftovers.
Micro-Moment: Palisade Fruit & Wine Byway Explore a 25-mile scenic loop through Colorado’s vineyards and orchards — featuring local wineries, sustainable farming, and stunning Grand Valley views.
Mindful E-Biking Learn how to turn your ride into a “moving meditation.” No apps, no mantras — just you, your bike, and the sound of the wind.
Rant of the Week: “E-Bikes Aren’t Cheating!” Mike calls out “pedal purists” and celebrates how e-bikes make cycling more inclusive, joyful, and sustainable.
Fitness Myth-Busting E-bikes do count as exercise! Mike breaks down how to customize your ride for cardio, strength, and consistency.
2 Sept 2025
Adventure AMPS at the Fair: Colorado State Fair Adventures, Vogel Canyon Secrets & E-Bike Fun
Join host Mike live from the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo for a whirlwind tour of Colorado’s biggest celebration of community, history, and adventure. From thrilling carnival rides and PRCA rodeo action to quirky highlights like a dancing robot, fine art exhibits, and the legendary slopper-eating contest, this episode captures the energy of the fair like never before.
Mike also shares a practical guide to e-biking from downtown Pueblo to the fairgrounds, proving that the journey can be just as fun as the destination. In this week’s “Micro Moment,” discover Vogel Canyon, a hidden gem near La Junta where Native American petroglyphs meet scenic prairie trails.
Finally, get ready to laugh through Mike’s seasonal e-bike rant, where autumn leaves crunch like potato chips, blossoms ambush like confetti, and winter rides turn into epic adventures.
Packed with history, humor, and insider tips, this episode is your ultimate guide to charging up your Colorado adventures.
20 Aug 2025
Colorado’s Hidden E-Bike Loop, Rio Grande Magic & The Endorphin High
In this fun podcast episode Mike takes us on an 800 mile adventure through the unique and small towns of Colorado! He sets us up to pack up the car with your gear and eBike on a tour where you can spend part of the day exploring different areas on your eBike, spend the night and then move on to the next step of the adventure. The Micro Moment takes us on the Rio Grand river and he AMPS up the adventure with his take on natural endorphins!
A quick rundown on the towns on the loop plus their vibe!
Leadville – Start/end hub; Mineral Belt Trail, mining history, vibrant cycling scene.
Westcliffe – Dark-sky stargazing rides; Rainbow Trail.
Antonito – Quiet, near NM border; Conejos River Trail.
South Fork – Riverside Zen; Rio Grande Trail.
Rico – Ghost-town grit; Rico West Dolores Trail.
Nucla – Quirky desert; Paradox Trail.
Norwood – Ranchland simplicity; Thunder Trails.
Eads – Prairie peace; Kiowa Creek Path.
Campo – Border solitude; Comanche Grassland Trail.
Ordway – Quiet crossroads; Lake Henry Trail.
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6 Aug 2025
Top 10 Cities in Colorado to Explore on an eBike
Join Mike as he explores the top 10 cities in Colorado to explore on an eBike. He uses trail friendliness, progressive policies that treat Class 1 and 2 e-bikes like regular bikes, and communities that embrace the electric assist plus his fave rides to rate each city. We'll break down each destination with insights on the local e-bike vibe, ride suggestions, highlights where your e-bike shines, and even tips on where to recharge your battery – or grab a coffee while you do. This list is based on bike-friendliness ratings, trail popularity, and real rider feedback.
He also gives us the inside scoop on Shavano Falls on this week's Micro Moment. And don’t miss this week’s rant all about picking up the doggie doo-doo.
22 Jul 2025
August Check-In – Leadville & Twin Lakes with Adam D. and Sunshine Suana’s with Maxine Panko
In this jam-packed August check-in, we sit down with Adam Ducharme from Visit Leadville Twin Lakes to explore what's in store for one of Colorado’s most scenic and adventure-packed regions during its busiest month. From Boom Days celebrations and burro races, to mountain bike madness and peak wildflower blooms, this episode is bursting with inspiration for your next high-altitude getaway.
We also go deep on destination stewardship, why it matters, and how visitors can enjoy the wilderness without loving it to death. Plus, hear how Leadville is supporting hikers, bikers, and families with a brand-new weekend shuttle and trails perfect for all levels.
Whether you're here for the Leadville 100, looking to catch the earliest fall colors, or just want a seat on a patio with your pup and a pint—this episode has something for you!
And then Mike hops off the bike and into the warmth of Sunshine Sauna, a mobile sauna experience that's heating up Leadville—literally and figuratively. Founder and Leadville local shares the heartfelt story behind building a sauna on wheels during the pandemic, and how it became a powerful tool for connection, healing, and building authentic community.
From Finnish pronunciation lessons (it's "sow-nah") to icy lake plunges and dog-friendly hikes, this conversation dives into the magic of slowing down, sweating it out, and reimagining how we gather.
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9 Jul 2025
Exploring Roadhouse Twin Lakes, Moe’s BBQ and the importance of Public Land access
Host Mike explores small mountain businesses, interviewing Shana Cohen about The Roadhouse Twin Lakes and Austin from Moe’s BBQ, while emphasizing the importance of public land access.
24 Jun 2025
Beat the Heat at 10,000 Feet: Activities for your list in July for Leadville & Twin Lakes with Adam Ducharme
Tourism Director Adam Ducharme explores Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado, highlighting summer activities, budget travel, camping, and the unique trail culture for those seeking nature and adventure in this interview.
10 Jun 2025
Learn about “What’s Happening in Leadville” with Jill Carlier and then check out all things Metaphysical with Shayla Cameron
Jill Carlier discusses the evolution of her Facebook group, "What’s Happening in Leadville," into a vital community resource, while Shyla Cameron shares her journey of opening Iris Moon Emporium, Leadville’s first metaphysical shop, in an interview with host Mike.
28 May 2025
Summer Adventures in Leadville with Adam D. and Inside the Leadville Exchange with Nancy Bailey
Adam D from the Leadville Lake County Tourism Board previews summer adventures in Leadville, while Nancy Bailey discusses the Leadville Exchange and community connection in an interview.
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