In this episode, we sit down with Michael “Mike” Everette, a 30-plus-year veteran of the outdoor recreation industry and territory account manager for JBI.BIKE (J&B Importers, Inc.).

Mike brings a wealth of experience in retail sales, management, and manufacturer representation across the Southeast and Midwest, having worked with top brands like K2, Yakima, Osprey, and Smartwool. Today, he represents JBI.BIKE, serving over 110 bicycle shops across Indiana and Kentucky from his home base in Louisville.

We dive into Mike’s decade-plus journey in the cycling industry and explore how JBI.BIKE has supported local bike shops since 1971. As one of the largest wholesale distributors in the bicycle business, JBI represents over 250 leading brands—including SRAM, DT Swiss, and Maxxis—delivering next-day service from 11 nationwide warehouses.

Tune in to hear how passion, reliability, and local support keep the cycling industry moving forward!

Learn more: https://www.jbi.bike/site/

Griffin Bike Park is a world-class mountain biking destination designed for riders of all ages and skill levels. Spanning over 300 acres in Terre Haute, Indiana, the park boasts more than 32 miles of multi-use and singletrack trails, alongside hosting national-level racing competitions and special events.

Features include a Dual Slalom Course, Pump Track, Basic Training Skills Park, Water Skills Training Park, and a soon-to-be-rebuilt Jump Park.

Freedom: Celebrate the freedoms that our Fallen Soldiers have given their lives to protect.

Family: Inspire our families to explore the outdoors and engage in positive, healthy activities.

Friendship: Create experiences and opportunities to establish and strengthen friendships.

Community: Promote healthy active recreational lifestyles that can benefit all members of the community.

Contact Rich Moore today! Rich@griffinbikepark.com

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On this episode, we sit down with two experts from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) to discuss the ins and outs of trail advocacy and policy. Dedicated to building a nation connected by trails, RTC focuses on reimagining public spaces to create safe, accessible pathways for everyone to walk, bike, and stay active outdoors. Tune in to learn how their national efforts are shaping local trail development right here in Indiana.

Links:

Next Level Trails with the Indiana DNR Podcast Episode

TrailLink: Find a trail

https://www.brookings.edu/articles/improving-quality-of-life-not-just-business-is-the-best-path-to-midwestern-rejuvenation/

The Great American Rail Trail

Erica Briggs, ebriggs@railstotrails.org

Eric Oberg, eric@railstotrails.org

On this episode, we sit down with two state-level leaders who are bridging the gap between transportation and public health in Indiana. From public health, transportation, quality of life, and safety, this episode is full of information.

Joining us are Pete Fritz, Healthy Communities Planner in the Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity at the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH), and Brandon Burgoa, Statewide Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator at the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT).

Together, we dive into the inner workings of the public health and transportation sectors, exploring how these two state agencies team up to fund, educate, and support local communities. Whether you're interested in major funding for active transportation master plans or quick-build "pop-up" tactical urbanism projects, this conversation highlights how IDOH and INDOT are working on the ground to support local Hoosiers.

• If your community is interested in applying for this grant funding through IDOH and INDOT, please visit this link.
• For more information about Complete Streets, click here.
• For more information about the Active Living Workshops, click here.
• Listen to the Health By Design Episode, click here.

Pete Fritz, IDOH, Healthy Communities Planner, pefritz@health.in.gov

• Contact for: Complete Streets, Built Environmental, Tactical Urbanism, Community Planning

Brandon Burgoa, INDOT, Statewide Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator, brburgoa@indot.in.gov

On this week’s episode, we sit down with Brian Rismiller with V3 Companies. Brian plays a major role in the development of major biking and pedestrian infrastructure across Indiana.

For Brian, patience isn't just a virtue—it’s a way of life. Whether he’s managing complex land surveys as a Senior Project Manager or competing as an elite athlete, his persistence is his greatest asset. At V3, Brian and his team kickstart the transformation of raw spaces into sustainable community assets using a dedicated client-leader approach.

How V3 Companies Can Support Your Project:

From the first conversation to the final ribbon-cutting, V3 offers a broad array of professional design and construction services, including:

• Land Acquisition & Surveying
• Advanced Drone Footage & Mapping
• Sustainable Site Development
• Comprehensive Project Management

Connect with Brian & V3

• Website: v3co.com
• Email: Brismiller@v3co.com

Featured Projects & Resources

• Stone Eater Bike Park: Listen to the Podcast | Visit the Website
• Indy Trail Collective (Southwestway Park): Listen to the Podcast | Visit the Website

On this week's episode, we interview local cyclist, Tommy Southwood. He travels all over the state and and USA to ride his bike. But these rides aren't just a simple ride, they are unique approved events with the Randonneurs USA and the Indiana Randonneurs. Self supported long distance cycling events with mandatory checkpoints (controls) that has the riders racing against themselves and the clock. Tommy Southwood has been riding his bike for many years, and has fallen in love with randonneuring and touring. We hope you enjoy this discussion about what randonneuring is and how to get involved.

• Indiana Randonneurs is a small but mighty club that brings the sport of randonneuring to the state of Indiana. The club is officially recognized by Randonneurs USA (RUSA) and it offers rides that are sanctioned by the Audax Club Parisienne (ACP). In order to participate in Indiana Randonneurs rides, riders must be members of RUSA. https://indianarandonneurs.org/
• Randonneuring is long-distance unsupported endurance cycling. This style of riding is non-competitive in nature, and self-sufficiency is paramount. When riders participate in randonneuring events, they are part of a long tradition that goes back to the beginning of the sport of cycling in France and Italy. Friendly camaraderie, not competition, is the hallmark of randonneuring. https://rusa.org/

Connect with Tommy today: Thomas.southwood71@gmail.com

On this week's episode, we chat with Luke Waltz of LOWLAND Workshop out of Rockville, Indiana. We discuss the ins and outs of how architecture plays a major role in trail development and other public spaces that impact the cycling world.

LOWLAND Workshop specializes in environmental planning and crafting exterior landscape environments—including parks, public spaces, and experiences that connect people to nature. With the Wabash Valley as its canvas, context, and heritage, the studio collaborates with cities, institutions, and organizations to envision a future that enriches daily life and strengthens the sense of place for all. An award-winning, visionary collective of designers, LOWLAND is dedicated to improving culture and ecology across the region.

LOWLAND Workshop stands at this intersection—serving as a resource for shaping landscapes that honor the natural world while supporting human community and culture.

Contact Luke Waltz, https://www.lowlandworkshop.com

Luke@lowlandworkshop.com

On today's episode, we bring back Michael Mathias from Marion Cycle Works and Ben Orcutt from Buckskin Bikes to talk about bike things we LOVE. We'd like to celebrate Valentine's Day with a special detailed discussion about all the different bike products we love...and hate (*wink*). From starting your own bike tool collection, to what bike lube we recommend, we hope you enjoy this discussion.

• Wahoo Giveaway Info
• Feedback Sports Tool Kit

*Please note: we are not paid or sponsored by any of the brands discussed on this episode. We also highly recommend you take your bike to your local bike shop for service and questions. Please work and ride at your own risk