What do the Air Force Academy, RAGBRAI, and a 350-mile ride honoring wounded service members have in common? A passion for cycling, service, and community! On this episode of Pedal the Springs, host Torie Giffin welcomes two inspiring military leaders and fellow cyclists: Lt. Col. Gail Smicklas and Retired Brigadier General Robert “Surf” Beletic.

Pedal the Springs Podcast Host Torie Giffin talks with 5 local Colorado Springs Cycling Clubs to help you find the right group for you!

What does it take to create, protect and maintain the trails we love? In this episode of Pedal the Springs, we sit down with Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates (MedWheel) to talk about their history, the story behind their name, and more than three decades of trail building, maintenance, advocacy and stewardship throughout the Pikes Peak Region.

What if every bike ride became a game—and the goal wasn’t just speed or distance, but exploring somewhere new?

Promoting Confidence, independence, and mental and physical health by teaching kids how to safely ride a bike.

What do cycling and community change have in common? According to Beth Roalstad, they both bring people together, build trust, and create opportunities to change lives! In this episode of Pedal The Springs, Torie sits down with her longtime friend Beth Roalstad, CEO of Homeward Pikes Peak, to talk about two of her greatest passions: cycling and building stronger communities. They discuss how Beth discovered cycling, what she’s learned from more than 20 years of cycling and bu

How E-Bikes are Opening the Outdoors to everyone!