Bonk Bros

In this episode, we explore the nuances of cycling gear, safety, and racing strategies, featuring insights from experienced riders and industry experts. We discuss tire choices, safety tech, race predictions, and the importance of contentment in cycling. In this episode, we delve into the latest in gravel racing, discuss race strategies, tire choices, and analyze the current state of pro cycling, featuring insights from top riders and experts.

 

What’s up party people. Check out this week’s episode of the Bonk Bros. 

 

Find us on the socials:

Adam Saban - IG - @adamsaban6

Dylan Johnson - IG - @dylanjawnson

Drew Dillman - IG - @raddaddizzle

Scott McGill - IG - @scottmcgilljr

Tyler Cloutier - IG - @tylerclouti

 

Dylan Johnson YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling 

Drew Dillman YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel 

 

Wanna help the Bros keep the lights on and the mics plugged in? Check out all the ways you can support our bike-banter podcasting below. (See the most recent video upload for most up-to-date codes & deals)

 

PATREON:

Drop a hundo in the tip jar.

https://www.patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros 

 

MERCH:

T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below.

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IGNITION:

Hire a coach. Get faster. It’s that simple.

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SILCA:

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MATCHBOX PODCAST:

Check out our more serious training focused podcast. 

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SCARBOROUGH BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAW

Scarborough Bicycle Accident Law is with you on every ride, when you're at your peak, or when you're in recovery, and we fight to get our clients results. We want you back on your bike and back in your prime.

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NEW: BONK OR BALLIN WEBSITE

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What’s up party people. Check out this week’s episode of the Bonk Bros. 

 

Find us on the socials:

Adam Saban - IG - @adamsaban6

Dylan Johnson - IG - @dylanjawnson

Drew Dillman - IG - @raddaddizzle

Scott McGill - IG - @scottmcgilljr

Tyler Cloutier - IG - @tylerclouti

 

Dylan Johnson YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling 

Drew Dillman YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel 

 

Wanna help the Bros keep the lights on and the mics plugged in? Check out all the ways you can support our bike-banter podcasting below. (See the most recent video upload for most up-to-date codes & deals)

 

PATREON:

Drop a hundo in the tip jar.

https://www.patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros 

 

MERCH:

T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below.

https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com

 

IGNITION:

Hire a coach. Get faster. It’s that simple.

$100.00 Off Your First Month with Code: NOBONK100

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

 

FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK MY LATEST VIDEO.

 

SILCA:

Waxing your chains or melting queso dip. Either way, you need a Crockpotanator 4000.

10% Code: BONKBROSTIRES (All Caps)

Silca (10% discount code: “bonkbrosseptember25”): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast

 

 

BIKE TIRES DIRECT:

Great prices for bicycle tires, components, and more.

10% Code: BONKBROS10

https://www.biketiresdirect.com/?utm_source=bonkbros&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=bonkbros2025

 

 

MATCHBOX PODCAST:

Check out our more serious training focused podcast. 

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast 

 

 

SCARBOROUGH BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAW

Scarborough Bicycle Accident Law is with you on every ride, when you're at your peak, or when you're in recovery, and we fight to get our clients results. We want you back on your bike and back in your prime.

https://www.bicycleaccidentlaw.com

 

Just Mention Bonk Bros

 

LISTENER QUESTION FORM:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2390aqaGwF7CCpFjAnKYn42bEzIi4BYrDI9LrJpgjjVFeew/viewform?usp=sf_link 

 

NEW: BONK OR BALLIN WEBSITE

www.bonkorballin.com 

 

This week, Adam, Dylan, Dizzle, and Scott dive into the latest tire-size debate after new testing puts 45 mm, 55 mm, and even 2.2" mountain bike tires head-to-head. The Bros break down why bigger tires may actually be faster once gravel gets rough, and what that means for gravel and cyclocross setups.

They also recap Mountain Bike World Champs, including Tom Pidcock’s win, Cole Punchard’s breakout podium, Jackson Goldstone’s downhill performance, and Mathieu van der Poel’s rough day. Plus, e-bike racing hot takes, Vuelta chatter, silent hubs, and the UCI’s 33 mm cyclocross tire rule.

Scott closes things out with some simple crit-racing advice: if you want to get better at crits, race more crits and practice sprinting at actual race speed.

In this episode:

45 mm vs. 55 mm gravel tires and when bigger is faster

Mountain Bike World Champs recap

Jackson Goldstone’s downhill win

The case for longer, more strategic e-bike racing

Haynes Point and the fight for cycling space in DC

Silent hubs, magnetic pawls, and hub drag

How to actually train for criteriums

Cyclocross tire sizing and the UCI’s 33 mm rule

Gravel and CX tire recommendations for rough and muddy courses

What’s up party people. Check out this week’s episode of the Bonk Bros. 

 

Find us on the socials:

Adam Saban - IG - @adamsaban6

Dylan Johnson - IG - @dylanjawnson

Drew Dillman - IG - @raddaddizzle

Scott McGill - IG - @scottmcgilljr

Tyler Cloutier - IG - @tylerclouti

 

Dylan Johnson YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling 

Drew Dillman YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel 

 

Wanna help the Bros keep the lights on and the mics plugged in? Check out all the ways you can support our bike-banter podcasting below. (See the most recent video upload for most up-to-date codes & deals)

 

PATREON:

Drop a hundo in the tip jar.

https://www.patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros 

 

MERCH:

T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below.

https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com

 

IGNITION:

Hire a coach. Get faster. It’s that simple.

$100.00 Off Your First Month with Code: NOBONK100

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

 

FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK MY LATEST VIDEO.

 

SILCA:

Waxing your chains or melting queso dip. Either way, you need a Crockpotanator 4000.

10% Code: BONKBROSTIRES (All Caps)

Silca (10% discount code: “bonkbrosseptember25”): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast

 

 

BIKE TIRES DIRECT:

Great prices for bicycle tires, components, and more.

10% Code: BONKBROS10

https://www.biketiresdirect.com/?utm_source=bonkbros&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=bonkbros2025

 

 

MATCHBOX PODCAST:

Check out our more serious training focused podcast. 

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast 

 

 

SCARBOROUGH BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAW

Scarborough Bicycle Accident Law is with you on every ride, when you're at your peak, or when you're in recovery, and we fight to get our clients results. We want you back on your bike and back in your prime.

https://www.bicycleaccidentlaw.com

 

Just Mention Bonk Bros

 

LISTENER QUESTION FORM:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2390aqaGwF7CCpFjAnKYn42bEzIi4BYrDI9LrJpgjjVFeew/viewform?usp=sf_link 

 

NEW: BONK OR BALLIN WEBSITE

www.bonkorballin.com 

 

There's always excitement brewing in the world of gravel racing, and this week, the Bonk Bros dive deep into their experiences from the recent Gravel Worlds event. With a mix of competitive spirit and camaraderie, Adam, Dylan, and Dizzle share their thoughts on tires, race dynamics, and a unique venue that surprised them all.

What’s up party people. Check out this week’s episode of the Bonk Bros. 

 

Find us on the socials:

Adam Saban - IG - @adamsaban6

Dylan Johnson - IG - @dylanjawnson

Drew Dillman - IG - @raddaddizzle

Scott McGill - IG - @scottmcgilljr

Tyler Cloutier - IG - @tylerclouti

 

Dylan Johnson YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling 

Drew Dillman YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel 

 

Wanna help the Bros keep the lights on and the mics plugged in? Check out all the ways you can support our bike-banter podcasting below. (See the most recent video upload for most up-to-date codes & deals)

 

PATREON:

Drop a hundo in the tip jar.

https://www.patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros 

 

MERCH:

T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below.

https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com

 

IGNITION:

Hire a coach. Get faster. It’s that simple.

$100.00 Off Your First Month with Code: NOBONK100

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

 

FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK MY LATEST VIDEO.

 

SILCA:

Waxing your chains or melting queso dip. Either way, you need a Crockpotanator 4000.

10% Code: BONKBROSTIRES (All Caps)

Silca (10% discount code: “bonkbrosseptember25”): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast

 

 

BIKE TIRES DIRECT:

Great prices for bicycle tires, components, and more.

10% Code: BONKBROS10

https://www.biketiresdirect.com/?utm_source=bonkbros&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=bonkbros2025

 

 

MATCHBOX PODCAST:

Check out our more serious training focused podcast. 

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast 

 

 

SCARBOROUGH BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAW

Scarborough Bicycle Accident Law is with you on every ride, when you're at your peak, or when you're in recovery, and we fight to get our clients results. We want you back on your bike and back in your prime.

https://www.bicycleaccidentlaw.com

 

Just Mention Bonk Bros

 

LISTENER QUESTION FORM:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2390aqaGwF7CCpFjAnKYn42bEzIi4BYrDI9LrJpgjjVFeew/viewform?usp=sf_link 

 

NEW: BONK OR BALLIN WEBSITE

www.bonkorballin.com 

 

In this episode, we dive into Leadville race highlights, tire innovations, race strategies, and safety concerns, featuring insights from top athletes and industry experts. In this episode, we dive into the latest in gravel racing, new tire technologies, race strategies, and upcoming events like Gravel Worlds. Our hosts share insights on course conditions, rider predictions, and the evolving landscape of gravel cycling.

What’s up party people. Check out this week’s episode of the Bonk Bros. 

 

Find us on the socials:

Adam Saban - IG - @adamsaban6

Dylan Johnson - IG - @dylanjawnson

Drew Dillman - IG - @raddaddizzle

Scott McGill - IG - @scottmcgilljr

Tyler Cloutier - IG - @tylerclouti

 

Dylan Johnson YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling 

Drew Dillman YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel 

 

Wanna help the Bros keep the lights on and the mics plugged in? Check out all the ways you can support our bike-banter podcasting below. (See the most recent video upload for most up-to-date codes & deals)

 

PATREON:

Drop a hundo in the tip jar.

https://www.patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros 

 

MERCH:

T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below.

https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com

 

IGNITION:

Hire a coach. Get faster. It’s that simple.

$100.00 Off Your First Month with Code: NOBONK100

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

 

FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK MY LATEST VIDEO.

 

SILCA:

Waxing your chains or melting queso dip. Either way, you need a Crockpotanator 4000.

10% Code: bonkbrosaug

Silca (10% discount code: “bonkbrosseptember25”): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast

 

 

BIKE TIRES DIRECT:

Great prices for bicycle tires, components, and more.

10% Code: BONKBROS10

https://www.biketiresdirect.com/?utm_source=bonkbros&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=bonkbros2025

 

 

MATCHBOX PODCAST:

Check out our more serious training focused podcast. 

https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast 

 

 

SCARBOROUGH BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAW

Scarborough Bicycle Accident Law is with you on every ride, when you're at your peak, or when you're in recovery, and we fight to get our clients results. We want you back on your bike and back in your prime.

https://www.bicycleaccidentlaw.com

 

Just Mention Bonk Bros

 

LISTENER QUESTION FORM:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2390aqaGwF7CCpFjAnKYn42bEzIi4BYrDI9LrJpgjjVFeew/viewform?usp=sf_link 

 

NEW: BONK OR BALLIN WEBSITE

www.bonkorballin.com 

 

In this episode, the hosts discuss the latest in mountain biking and cycling, including tire choices, course changes at Leadville, and recent controversies in racing. They share insights on equipment, race strategies, and the impact of course modifications on competition. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of mountain biking, race strategies, bike setups, and the upcoming Leadville race. Our experts share insights on course changes, bike modifications, and predictions for the race winners.