DF Connection

About DF Connection

A Podcast connecting gravel cyclists to where they ride through stories about culture, history, people and places.

Publisher

Dirty Freehub

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 Jun 2021

Latest episode

17 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

140 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Gravel Champ: The Adaptive Mindset with Skye Chaney

   In 2017, a mountain biking crash on Moab's Porcupine Rim left Skye Chaney with a spinal cord injury, seven broken ribs, and a fractured sternum. In this episode, Skye takes us from that first ride back on an adaptive mountain bike to the gravel roads of Central Oregon and beyond, tracing a path that's carried him through Whistler, Arizona, Jackson Hole, Whitefish, and his home trails in Bend. We talk about what it actually takes to dial in an adaptive setup for gravel-specific riding, how he made the jump from mountain biking to gravel, and the moment — mid-mechanical, mid-storm, or mid-nowhere — when a ride goes sideways and you have to problem-solve your way home. Skye is candid about cycling being a different way into the same things every rider chases — freedom, challenge, speed, dirt, grit, and a good day outside. For anyone standing at the edge of gravel riding, wondering if it's for them, Skye has a straightforward answer: just try. We close out talking about what's next on his list — new routes, new events, and the trails still calling his name. ------------------------------------------------- This podcast is produced by Dirty Freehub, a nonprofit organization that publishes hand-curated (and great!) gravel cycling Ride Guides. Our mission is to connect gravel cyclists to where they ride through stories about culture, history, people, places, and lands with the hope that they will become involved as advocates, volunteers, or donors with organizations that protect and preserve recreation spaces. Our Podcast Channel  / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Connection ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://anchor.fm/dirtyfreehub) Our Ride Guides / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dirty Freehub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://dirtyfreehub.com/) Our Ask / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate⁠⁠ (https://dirtyfreehub.org/donate/)

2. 

   19 Aug 2026

   Wild & Scenic River

   This podcast episode features National Park Service experts discussing the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, a federal law passed in 1968 to protect natural waterways. To earn this designation, a river must remain free-flowing and possess at least one outstandingly remarkable value, such as unique geology, wildlife, or cultural history. While Oregon leads the nation in these protected miles, such rivers exist across 41 states and provide vital benefits like clean drinking water, recreational opportunities, and historical preservation. Speakers Corita K. Waters is a River Partnerships Specialist with the National Park Service and co-leads the Interagency Wild and Scenic Rivers Council which works through collaborative partnerships to actively advance Wild and Scenic River awareness and protection. An avid boater and swimmer, Corita also works to provide ’s tools for people to access to their local rivers for recreation and enjoyment. Corita has a degree in Biology and Environmental Studies from St. Mary’s College of Maryland and works in Washington, DC. Susan Rosebrough serves as Team Lead for the National Park Service’s Hydropower Assistance Program where she coordinates program planning nationwide and supports NPS interests in multiple Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing proceedings. Susan represents Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Hawaii, as co-representative to the NPS Wild and Scenic River Steering Committee providing technical assistance to parks on wild and scenic river planning and water resource project evaluation. Susan holds an M.S. in Water Resources Engineering from the University of Washington. In her free time, she enjoys exploring our public lands and waters by hiking, biking, paddle boarding, and sea kayaking. Learn more Oregon | Rivers.gov (https://www.fws.gov/rivers/oregon) (rivers.gov/Oregon (http://rivers.gov/Oregon)) National Park Service (https://www.nps.gov/index.htm) National Park Week (https://www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/national-park-week.htm) ------------------------------------------------- This podcast is produced by Dirty Freehub, a nonprofit organization that publishes hand-curated (and great!) gravel cycling Ride Guides. Our mission is to connect gravel cyclists to where they ride through stories about culture, history, people, places, and lands with the hope that they will become involved as advocates, volunteers, or donors with organizations that protect and preserve recreation spaces. Our Podcast Channel  / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Connection ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://anchor.fm/dirtyfreehub) Our Ride Guides / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dirty Freehub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://dirtyfreehub.com/) Our Ask / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate⁠⁠ (https://dirtyfreehub.org/donate/)

3. 

   21 Jul 2026

   Wolf Rock: The Ancient Volcanic Core of Oregon

   In this podcast episode, Dr. Kim Ely aka the "Rock Doc" discusses the geological origins and unique features of Wolf Rock, a massive volcanic monolith located in the Willamette National Forest. As the largest monolith in Oregon, this site represents the eroded core of an ancient volcano that existed long before the modern High Cascades formed. The discussion highlights the rock's distinctive wolf-like shape, its sheer 700-foot cliffs, and its popularity among adventurous rock climbers. Despite its impressive scale, the landmark remains largely secluded due to its remote location and the lack of traditional hiking infrastructure. Dr. Ely also explains how tectonic shifts millions of years ago ended volcanic activity in the region, leaving behind resilient structures that survived through eras of glacial erosion. ------------------------------------------------- This podcast is produced by Dirty Freehub, a nonprofit organization that publishes hand-curated (and great!) gravel cycling Ride Guides. Our mission is to connect gravel cyclists to where they ride through stories about culture, history, people, places, and lands with the hope that they will become involved as advocates, volunteers, or donors with organizations that protect and preserve recreation spaces. Our Podcast Channel  / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Connection ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://anchor.fm/dirtyfreehub) Our Ride Guides / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dirty Freehub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://dirtyfreehub.com/) Our Ask / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate⁠⁠ (https://dirtyfreehub.org/donate/)

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

104,206

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 58 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

49

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

81

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