Podcasts by Local Roots: Mountain Bikes, Craft Beers, and Snowboards

Local Roots: Mountain Bikes, Craft Beers, and Snowboards

Our wives told us we talk too much about bikes. So we started a podcast about all our favorite things. Mountain bikes, beers, snowboarding, and most importantly Michigan. Every week we explore some of our favorite cities in Michigan, the beers they make, the trails they have, or the hills you can shred.


Local Root's Podcast is hosted by Larry Lynch and Brian Davis.

This podcast is perfect for people who love to talk about:
Mtb trails
Mountain Bikes
Snowboarding
Michigan's best mountain bike trails
Michigan's best breweries
Craft beer
What's going in Grand Rapids, Mi
Devastating stories Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/localroots/support

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Local Roots: Mountain Bikes, Craft Beers, and Snowboards
RIP Brian's Leg... Airbags Are Made By The Devil from 2023-05-19T17:16:09

Brian dives into his broken tib/fib incident, and Pat and Bob discuss ways to stay busy during injuries and how to mentally handle getting back on the pedals.

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Pat Reviews The Radness of Boyne City Forest! May The 4th Be With You!!! from 2023-05-04T19:51:27

We back, baby!!!! Brian recounts shredding the Rado and Barry Roubaix, Bob explains the pain of a pedal to the shin, and Pat reviews the awesomeness at Boyne City Forest.

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Bob and Pat Talk The Weirdest Shit They've Seen Working On Customers' Bikes, And Brian's Turn For Questions From Pat and Bob! from 2023-04-01T20:41:34

Pat and Bob discuss the weirdest shit they've seen working on customer's bikes, Brian answers questions from Pat and Bob, the crew bitches about Michigan weather, Pat talks shredding in Cali, Bob t...

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Pat Ellis Takes Over The Pod! (WMMBA talk, listener questions, and a pickleball/tennis turf war?!) from 2023-03-02T19:12:19

@LooseSpokes himself takes over the LRP! Pat answers listeners' questions, Bob shows us how much he loves team sports, Pat and Brian dive into their personal reasons for joining the WMMBA board,...

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MI, MI, MI, Bob Hammond Answers Listener's Questions And Takes Over The Pod! from 2023-02-22T16:41:39

Bob talks shop ethics, answers some listener's questions, and talks things that drive him nuts! Pat give us a recall of Brighton Rec MTB trail, and Brian talks way too long about the beer he is ...

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Test Episode With Bob and Pat! from 2023-02-18T15:48:21

Local Roots is BACK! Without Larry's expertise, bear with us as we figure this out. 

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Bob and Pat Join us LIVE from Merrell's new Wynalda loop! from 2022-06-30T05:39:57

So excited to have Patrick Ellis @loose_spokes and Bob from Common Bond Bike Shop @commonbondbikeshop to guest on this very special episode!

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Top secret news on the new MERRELL trail! from 2022-06-17T20:53:32

Brian and Larry are back this week with a fresh-out-the-oven episode! We hope you enjoy a lice beer order, a good old fasion IPA review, a flash back of 2000's best youtube videos and more!
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THE BEAR F**KER EPISODE. from 2022-06-06T00:33:33

Parental Guidance Suggested!!! Sorry about the audio on this one.
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We're BACK baby!!!!! Happy Memorial Day.. Let's Party. from 2022-05-27T18:25:09

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We are so happy to be back! Today we have huge announcements! Plus we talk about summer MTB adven...

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Bells Iceman 2021: Everything you didn't know you needed to know! from 2021-11-02T00:00:36

We're Back baby!

buckle up for an iceman deep-dive

it's everyone's favorite race! Brian and Larry will give you the scoop about bell's iceman cometh race!

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Learning about the world's most EPIC MTB race (TransAtlantis Race Recap) from 2021-10-01T18:44:04

Special Guests: Dominik Zivcic, Gareth Shaw, and Brian Zajac

TransAtlantis
race is a 6 day stage by stage enduro race on  2 to 7 of ...

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Brian is a MARRIED MAN! Wedding re-cap Podcast (Nirvana Baby?, New BIKE DAY) Jam packed ep! from 2021-09-03T18:09:44

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Troy and Chad from Third Nature Brewing: Rockford, MI from 2021-08-13T03:00:45

An awesome episode with the owners of Rockford's own Third Nature Brewing Co.
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Tour de France proves all road bikers are total cry-babies (W/ Evan Campbell) from 2021-07-06T01:22:50

Hopefully, by now your house is no longer flooded and you had an amazing 4th of July. Meanwhile, Evan, Brian and Larry have been slaving away in the studio to give you another amazing episode! T...

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First looks at the new 2022 Scott Spark (Hottest bike of 2022?) from 2021-06-19T15:39:47

Covered on this week's episode:

- Reviewing the Scott Spark 2022
- Karen's have gone wild! Are people magnetic because of the Vax?
- Trek Pride Ride
- WTF is happening with bu...

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WE HAVE BEEN HACKED... NOT JOKING from 2021-06-09T02:17:27

What the FU*K.

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Who's hoarding all the damn mountain bikes? (We're Back BABY) from 2021-05-14T20:52:45

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Taking on Leadville 100 W/ Alexey Vermeulen from 2021-02-24T23:44:59

Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/RlZriQ7lG-g

Local Roots Podcast- Episode 47 with MTB legend Alexey Vermeulen.  Listen

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One year anniversary episode!! / Yearly Performance Review from 2021-02-07T16:55:01

Well, no one would have thought we could make it this far. Especially us.

Thank you all so much for the overwhelming support and consistent growth. Our goal is to make 2021 even better!!!...

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Becoming one of Burton’s first pro snowboarders W/ Craig Gietzen from 2021-01-16T02:52:21

This week is an amazing story of how randomly knocking on Jake Burton's door helped lead to becoming one of the first pro snowboarders in the sport. Craig Gietzen, creator of the GEEZ BAR and loc...

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Old Nation's Journey to M43 w/ Travis Fritts from 2021-01-06T17:49:57

The story of how training under the best brewers in Germany lead to Michigan’s favorite New England IPA

Welcome, Travis Fritts to the pod. We had such a good time meeting Old Nation Brewe...

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20th Annual Bicycle Film Festival W/ Brendt Barbur from 2020-12-23T15:02:17

This week, we welcome an awesome guest! The Founding Director of the Bicycle Film Festival, Brenda Barbur.

Access the films for the East Lansing film festival with the link below!
B...

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The Gary Fisher Interview W/ Gary Fisher from 2020-12-15T03:05:31

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It's not cold, you just don't have the right gear! W/ Brian Dokter from 2020-11-27T18:28:04

Help finish the Dragon!
Dragon Fundraiser Page: https://www.wmmba.org/dragon-fundraiser

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Your favorite trails are changing. Here’s how. W/Josh McCreedy from 2020-11-21T00:08:21

Another amazing chat with one of Michigan's smartest trail designers! Check out all that awesome work he is doing in your area!

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BOOTLEG: The Secret Post-Iceman Race from 2020-11-17T13:41:30

Brian Zajac and Courtney join the pod to talk about the mysterious Bootleg, and also talk bike trips, beer, wipeouts, and puppyhood. Thanks for coming on, guys!  --- This episode is sponsored b...

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Twas' the night before Iceman 2020 W/ Tyler Teichman and Evan Campbell from 2020-11-06T16:30:44

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LIVE from The Dragon trail head ( LRP Special Episode ) from 2020-10-26T03:42:44

Our first mobile podcast. Join us as we ride THE DRAGON!!!! Adventure is in our blood, and it’s time we took the podcast with us. This episode was fully recorded and produced right from the trailhe...

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Receiving a dirty towel in the mail W/ Brian Davis and Larry Lynch from 2020-10-16T21:42:17

Check out the awesome new merch and website: https://www.localroots.us/

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The Ballad of the Pickleball Boys W/ The J2pickleball (and 'the guys') from 2020-10-09T01:20:45

This week Local Roots broadens their horizons from the usual beers, boards, and bikes. Instead, we take a deep dive into the world of PICKLEBALL. Quick reminder that you can show off your support ...

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Co-owning a Brewery W/ Edwin Collazo from 2020-10-02T20:46:55

We are so excited to release this week's episode with our new friend Edwin Collazo, Co-Owner of City Built Brewing. Edwin is the Cheif Dreamer at City Built. You are going to love hearing his st...

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Wireless shifting for under $400? W/ Brian and Larry from 2020-09-26T14:49:12

Are you allowed to where your Iceman2020 Merch, if the race never happened?
Thanks for helping us reach 5k!!!!


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Building a Brewery W/ Brett and Jake from Arvon Brewing from 2020-09-10T23:08:36

Follow Arvon: https://www.instagram.com/arvonbrewingco/
Learn about the Brew Crew here: http...

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Can you guess the prices on these bikes? W/ Evan Campbell from 2020-09-04T16:56:48

Introducing Bike's is Right!
We invented an awesome new game where we read a craig's list description of a used mountain bike and the contestants guess (price is right style) at the cost th...

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Local Roots and The Rainbow Seekers W/ Joe Hertler from 2020-08-28T02:16:23

Guys! Michigan music legend, Joe Hertler joins us this week for an epic episode of LRP. Don't miss a chance to see Joe live at a socially distant concert at The Deck in Muskegon, Mi. We already bo...

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Bell's 2020 Iceman is CANCELED. Now what? W/ Brian and Larry from 2020-08-21T16:43:44

Wow. I wish it wasn't true. However, we just got word that this year's Iceman Cometh Challenge has officially been canceled. As you know, this is a huge blow to us here at Local Roots.

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Pro Trail Builder Shares a Sneak Peak of Michigan's Newest Single Track W/ Josh McCreedy from 2020-08-14T20:41:13

We're back stronger than ever! We have such a fun episode this week! Brian's back and covid free!(thank goodness)
Thanks to our sponsors! 


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When is it REALLY time for a new bike? W/ Rockford Brewing's Mrs. Mango Ale from 2020-08-06T15:29:05

Use promo code: LOCALROOTS16 for 16% off of your next order at https://www.blenderseyewear.com/
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Are Michigan trails better than Sedona? W/ Nate from Central District Cycling from 2020-07-24T17:48:28

THIS WEEK ON LRP:
- Should you really get a dropper post?
- How did Nate get into Mountain Biking
- The best places to ride in Grand Rapids, MI
- Would you ever buy a $10k Hardta...

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Here are your new bucket list bike trails W/ Evan Campbell from 2020-07-17T21:47:18

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Brian and Larry run for President W/ Bahia Mamba Tropical IPA from 2020-07-09T17:38:22

Back to the roots, baby! Join us for a classic episode, packed with an amazing brewery review from a great selection, gifted to us from the lovely Tyler and Caitlin Teichman.

Beer Rev...

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What goes on at your local bike shop? W/ The Rockford Bike Shop Gang from 2020-06-25T19:56:47

We have George, Katie and Craig from Rockford Bike Shop this week! Well, it only took me 2 weeks to find time to edit this one! Wow.. who would have thought I could forget how to edit an IN PERSON ...

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Can you be electrocuted while on a bike? W/Brian Zajak from 2020-06-18T22:55:43

Sorry for the episode delay! We have an awesome episode we recorded last week with the Rockford Bike Shop gang. However, I am struggling to get all the mics synced up and edited. We had about 5 ...

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LRP for BLM: Please explore the resources in this episode description from 2020-06-05T02:58:42

Hey guys, we are going to postpone this week's episode until Saturday.

Resources as mentioned in this mini episode:

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Michigan's secret trail is not in Michigan W/ The Duke of MTB from 2020-05-29T18:12:58

This is a great wholesome episode about love, friendship and shredding the best trails in the world. Welcome to Local Roots.

Thanks again for taking some time to come on the pod Ed!

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Reliving our friend's "Oh, S#!T" moments W/Friends of the Pod from 2020-05-23T14:41:02

Share your stories! 

We want to hear your favorite MTB story. If it's good we will play it on the pod! Leave your short stories here: https://a...

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Keeping up with an NHL All-Star on some Traverse City single track W/ Tim Wirzburger from 2020-05-15T18:14:45

Thrilled to be joined by our close friend and brilliant podcast co-host, Tim Wirzburger! Tim joins us this week to break down some great mountain bike stories, share what it's like being a co-ho...

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Stealing cop cars W/ B1ker from 2020-05-07T16:00:02

This week we are stoked to welcome youtuber, B1ker!
We had a blast this week talking about:

- The curse of morel Mushrooms
-B1ker, how did you grow your YouTube channel?
-How ...

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Barry Roubaix Pre-"ride" W/ Trevor and Sheldon (Dirty Chain Podcast) from 2020-04-30T17:32:55

Watch this episode on Localroots.us We made another video version of Local Root's Podcast. This week Trevor and Sheldon from  Dirty Chain Podcast join us to talk about this year's Barry Roubaix 202...

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Stop wasting money on bike upgrades! ( W/ Paul the Punter) from 2020-04-23T02:45:11

YouTube’s own Paul the Punter joins us for an awesome, record breaking, podcast ep. This episode is sponsored by www.handupgloves.com Use promo code: LOCALROOT$ for 10% off of your next order! Paul...

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Pro endurance cyclist in the day gravel race organizer at night (W/ Matt Acker) from 2020-04-16T03:09:55

This episode is sponsored by www.handupgloves.com Use promo code: LOCALROOT$ for 10% off of your next order! So thrilled to welcome Matt Acker! Here's a link to the GRITT group: https://www.face...

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Good at being passed in a race (Reviewing Founder's Unraveled Juicy IPA) from 2020-04-10T21:22:29

Back at it another week! Did you see we did a bonus video episode this week? Check it out here: LOCALROOTS.US On this week's episode: - The podcast's new mantra: Bobin' Weavin' Crankin' Snakin' - ...

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Shoulder surgery and the art of crashing W/ Biking W BOBO from 2020-04-03T02:06:27

You probably know him from his extremely popular Youtube Channel Biking With Bobo! We are so excited to have professional mountain biker Bobo Mixson on the show today. Here is what you can look f...

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Can you drink before noon during quarantine? W/ Connect Grand Rapids from 2020-04-01T02:15:02

Bonus Episode TIme! Wow, what a treat we have.  We are excited to welcome Brian and Rick from the Connect Grand Rapids podcast. These two rule. The four of us went pod 2 pod for an hour and a half ...

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What Does your Mountain Bike Outfit say about you? from 2020-03-27T21:01:39

This week on LRP:
- Choosing the right outdoor activities to do during quarantine
- Learn to walk people!!!!
- Carol want’s the world to know she is social distancing
- Who can s...

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Quarantine Tips To Stay Sane. from 2020-03-23T21:15:04

This episode was recorded on March 19th. Stay safe everyone! 

Leave us a message for an upcoming episode and we will read it on air!
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Getting a blue 32oz Slurpee thrown at you. Are you smarter than an 8th grader? from 2020-03-11T22:17:34

Introducing Are you smarter than an 8th grader?
Larry and Brian have prepared 5 questions each that must relate too: Beer, Snowboards, Bikes, and Michigan

The loser will be the subj...

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Telling our Most Embarrassing Mountain Bike Stories: Bell’s Black Hearted Review from 2020-03-06T15:30:05

Welcome back! Another action packed episode of LRP!
- Brian tries out a new intro and totally fails
- Larry introduces a new game that Brian absolutely hated
- What’s the most unappe...

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How Larry Got Fired, Short’s Brewing Company’s Huma Lupa Licious from 2020-02-27T21:15:13

Here’s what’s on deck for this week’s episode of LRP:

- What is this podcast about ? We’re kinda a picker’s dream.

- Brian tricks Larry into asking him about his weekend.

- ...

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Mosh pit virus, entry bike talk, ice golf, Atwater VJP review from 2020-02-21T03:41:32

Welcome back! This week, the boys review a Detroit favorite, Vanilla Java Porter from Atwater Brewing. Thanks to everyone who has been joining us on these podcasts! You guys rule for taking time t...

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Brian is picking fights on Facebook MKT Place, Speciation Sour IPA from 2020-02-19T21:04:02

Another BONUS EPISODE!!!!!

We have seen so many new people join the podcast! We almost doubled our listens last week and we are just too excited!

In all transparency, this epis...

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We bought a BILLBOARD! Old Nation's M43 Review from 2020-02-14T03:29:26

Yup. It's exactly what it sounds like. For the next 3 days we have a digital billboard on US-131 Northbound, right next passed the White Caps. Why do I spend my money this way?   Listen

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Have you seen these XFL team names? Rockford Brewing's Nutter Madness from 2020-02-11T02:47

No, we don't really want to fight 3rd graders. But we do wager an interesting thought experiment. Join us as Brian reminisces about if he could beat up the 7-year-old, yellow belted, version of him...

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The best Super Bowl beers. Reviewing Saugatuck's Bonfire Brown from 2020-02-06T18:17:25

We want to hear from you! @localrootspod on instagram

We want to know what beers we should review, and where we should check out!
Send in anything you want on our instagram page! Listen

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Planning the perfect ski trip. Hop Slam 2020 Review from 2020-01-31T02:42:44

This week's beer is Bell's Hop Slam.

Thanks for listening!

The boys dive into our plans for choosing the perfect winter get-away. 

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Is a graham cracker really a cookie? Battle of the U of M beers. from 2020-01-28T04:22:20

Is a graham cracker a cookie or a cracker? 

After we crack this nearly unsolvable conundrum, it's time to dissect two U of M inspired beers. 

Big Lake's Haze and Blue. Th...

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Is Bell's Light Hearted Ale any good? Welcome to the podcast. from 2020-01-28T04:13:55

Welcome to Local Roots Podcast. Thank you so much for listening! 

This episodes break down the origin of Local Roots, we introduce a little about your hosts, Brian Davis and Larry Ly...

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