Ride Bikes Get Rad

About Ride Bikes Get Rad

Show has been changed to Beyond The Bicycle

Publisher

P.H.Y.S Media

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

26 Mar 2026

Latest episode

24 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Jun 2026

   Weird Bikes, Big Adventures & Taking the Long Way: Spencer Harding

   What happens when you combine a camera, a bicycle, a sleeping bag, and an endless sense of curiosity? You get Spencer Harding. A photographer, writer, bike touring advocate, and longtime contributor to The Radavist, Spencer has become one of the most respected voices in modern cycling and bikepacking culture. Known for his film photography, love of unconventional bicycles, and ability to find adventure almost anywhere, Spencer has spent years exploring backroads, public lands, forgotten places, and the stories hidden between destinations. In this episode of Ride Bikes Get Rad, Spencer shares how the fixed-gear scene of early-2000s Los Angeles led him into bike touring, photography, and eventually building and riding his own tall bike across the country. We talk about bikepacking, creativity, weird bikes, film photography, public lands, community, and why some of the best rides begin with no real plan at all. From obscenely wide handlebars and rigid mountain bikes to desert landscapes and roadside discoveries, this conversation is a celebration of adventure, curiosity, and the freedom that comes from seeing the world at bicycle speed. In This Episode: • Discovering bike touring through fixed-gear culture • Building and riding a tall bike • Film photography and visual storytelling • The Radavist and cycling media • Bikepacking and adventure riding • Public lands and exploration • Weird bikes and unconventional setups • Creativity, community, and curiosity • Why rigid mountain bikes make great gravel bikes • Taking the long way whenever possible Whether you're a cyclist, bikepacker, photographer, adventurer, or someone who simply loves a good story, this episode is packed with inspiration to get outside and start pedaling. Ride Bikes. Get Rad.

2. 

   28 May 2026

   Ep 20 - Izzy Lidsky

   In this special crossover episode between The PHYS Podcast and Ride Bikes Get Rad, I sit down with photographer, writer, and outdoor storyteller Izzy Lidsky for a conversation about photography, skiing, mountain biking, creativity, and building a life around the things you love. For Izzy, it all started in a high school darkroom shooting 35mm and medium format film. Around that same time, she watched her first ski film and discovered something that would shape the course of her life—a deep love for action sports storytelling and the culture surrounding it. Today, Izzy is a freelance photographer and staff writer for POWDER Magazine, documenting the athletes, landscapes, communities, and adventures that define outdoor culture. Her work has appeared alongside some of the biggest names in action sports and outdoor media, including Red Bull Media House, Teton Gravity Research, FREESKIER Magazine, Sweet Protection, Outdoor Research, Hyperlite, and more. In this conversation, we explore: • How film photography shaped her creative foundation • The influence of ski films and action sports culture • Building a career as both a photographer and writer • Storytelling through photography and words • Mountain biking, skiing, and life in the outdoor community • Working with athletes, brands, and magazines • The realities of freelance creative work • Finding your voice in a crowded industry • Why authenticity still matters in modern media • Building a meaningful career around passion and purpose What makes Izzy's work so compelling is that it goes far beyond documenting action. Her photographs and stories capture the people, relationships, and experiences that make outdoor culture so powerful. Whether she's photographing skiers in the mountains, mountain bikers on remote trails, or telling stories through the written word, her work reminds us that adventure is ultimately about human connection. This episode sits perfectly at the intersection of what both shows are about. The PHYS Podcast explores creativity, storytelling, and the human experience behind the lens. Ride Bikes Get Rad celebrates the freedom, community, and adventure that come from life on two wheels. If you're passionate about photography, film photography, skiing, mountain biking, outdoor adventure, storytelling, creativity, and building a career doing what you love, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

3. 

   28 May 2026

   Ep 19 - Natalie Carriere

   In this special crossover episode between The PHYS Podcast and Ride Bikes Get Rad, I sit down with adventure, lifestyle, and extreme sports photographer Natalie Carriere for a conversation that lives at the intersection of creativity, storytelling, and outdoor adventure. Natalie has built a career documenting athletes, action sports, and some of the most challenging environments imaginable. From remote alpine productions and backcountry expeditions to mountain bike trails, ski resorts, commercial campaigns, and major sporting events, her work captures far more than action, it captures the feeling of being there. As both a photographer and athlete, Natalie brings a unique perspective to every project. Whether she's skiing, snowboarding, or riding mountain bikes, her firsthand experience in these environments allows her to anticipate moments, understand movement, and create imagery that resonates with athletes, brands, and audiences alike. In this conversation, we explore: • Building a career in adventure and commercial photography • Mountain bike photography and action sports storytelling • Skiing, snowboarding, and outdoor culture • Working with professional athletes and outdoor brands • The realities of remote shoots and backcountry productions • Creativity under pressure and adapting to changing conditions • Storytelling through movement, light, and environment • Developing an efficient photography workflow • Finding your creative voice in a competitive industry • Building a sustainable career doing what you love What stood out most during this conversation is Natalie's deep connection to the environments she photographs. Her images are not simply about documenting adventure—they're about capturing the emotion, atmosphere, and human experience that exist within it. Whether you're a photographer looking to improve your storytelling, a mountain biker chasing your next ride, a skier dreaming about winter, or someone passionate about creativity and the outdoors, this episode offers valuable insight into what it takes to create meaningful work in demanding environments. This episode is a reminder that the best stories often happen outside our comfort zones and that great photography, like great adventures, begins with curiosity. The PHYS Podcast is where Creativity, Storytelling, and Human Experience Meet. Ride Bikes Get Rad celebrates cycling culture, adventure, community, and the joy of getting outside on two wheels. PHYS stands for Photography Heals Your Soul. If you enjoy this episode, please follow, rate, and review the show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and share it with someone who loves photography, mountain biking, skiing, adventure sports, and storytelling.

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