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In this episode of The Bootleg Miles, JP shares an exciting development: the next installment in the Maah Daah Hey film series, Back to the Start, is underway. This project delves deeper into the intertwining paths of cycling and mental health, offering a narrative that's both personal and universally resonant. As the journey unfolds, there's a unique opportunity for the community to play a pivotal role in bringing this story to life.

JP discusses how this film isn't just about the miles ridden but the stories shared, the challenges faced, and the collective strength found in unity. By engaging with this project, you're not only supporting a film but becoming part of a movement that seeks to inspire, connect, and foster understanding through the lens of cycling and personal growth.

Follow JP on Instagram for more content: @thestablecyclist If you’d like to ask JP a question for an upcoming Ask JP Anything episode, send him a DM on instagram @thestablecyclist or send an email to thestablecyclist@gmail.com

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Maplelag Resort - https://www.maplelag.com/ Flow Formulas - https://flowformulas.com/discount/JOHNPETER15 Wahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.com/ Owl City Cycles - https://www.owlcitycycles.com The Black Bibs - https://www.theblackbibs.com Ignition Coach Co. - https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/ Mental Health Advocacy - Go4Graham - https://www.go4graham.org/ Resources: 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/ International Bipolar Foundation: https://ibpf.org/ National Association for Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, I sit down with Colleen Maher, whose rise in gravel racing is nothing short of incredible. Just three years ago, she was a self-proclaimed couch potato—now, she’s a national champion. We discuss her rapid ascension in the sport, what it’s like to experience so much success so quickly, and how that can lead to an unexpected identity crisis. When cycling becomes such a big part of who you are, what happens next?

Beyond racing, we dive into the struggle of making new friends as an adult and how cycling has helped her build a strong community. Colleen also shares insights on getting more beginners involved in the sport and why progress looks different for everyone. Whether you’re just getting into cycling or have been riding for years, this episode is packed with inspiration and real talk about the challenges of personal growth in sport and life.

Follow Colleen on Instagram for more content: @colleenmaher007

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If you’d like to ask JP a question for an upcoming Ask JP Anything episode, send him a DM on instagram @thestablecyclist or send an email to thestablecyclist@gmail.com

The companies supporting JP and this channel:

Maplelag Resort - https://www.maplelag.com/

Flow Formulas - https://flowformulas.com/discount/JOHNPETER15

Owl City Cycles - https://www.owlcitycycles.com

The Black Bibs - https://www.theblackbibs.com

Ignition Coach Co. - https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

Mental Health Advocacy - Go4Graham - https://www.go4graham.org/

Resources: 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

International Bipolar Foundation: https://ibpf.org/

National Association for Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

In this episode of The Bootleg Miles, I’m finally telling the full story of my love for the Bonk Bros. But this is more than just fanboy appreciation. This is a story about the kindness of strangers, unsolicited support and finding your way back after everything falls apart.

In the midst of a massive mental health project in 2023, I had a devastating mountain bike crash and head injury sidelining me for over a year, I wasn’t sure if I’d ever ride again. But the guys in the Bonk Bros helped in the ways they could, and Adam Saban stuck with me. Now we’re working together to prepare for the Maah Daah Hey 100 and to finish that massive Mental Health Project—and this episode is a tribute to the people who never stopped believing. If you’ve ever struggled to get back up, or wondered if your story still matters, I hope this video reminds you that you are not alone. Subscribe for more stories at the intersection of cycling, community, and mental health.

Follow JP on Instagram for more content: @thestablecyclist If you’d like to ask JP a question for an upcoming Ask JP Anything episode, send him a DM on instagram @thestablecyclist or send an email to thestablecyclist@gmail.com

The companies supporting JP and this channel:

Maplelag Resort - https://www.maplelag.com/

Flow Formulas - https://flowformulas.com/discount/JOHNPETER15

Wahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.com/

Owl City Cycles - https://www.owlcitycycles.com

The Black Bibs - https://www.theblackbibs.com

Ignition Coach Co. - https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

Mental Health Advocacy - Go4Graham - https://www.go4graham.org/

Resources: 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

International Bipolar Foundation: https://ibpf.org/

National Association for Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

In this episode of Bootleg Miles, JP opens up about something far harder than finishing a grueling 100-mile mountain bike race: asking for help with his mental health. As a teacher, filmmaker, and endurance athlete living with Bipolar Disorder, JP reflects on the fears that held him back from getting help — and the life-changing shift that happened when he finally did. Filmed on the bike and from the heart, this ride dives deep into the raw, often unspoken challenges of living with mental illness.

Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode tackles real mental health conversations head-on — including how coaching, therapy, and community can make all the difference. If you're navigating anxiety, depression, or Bipolar Disorder, this story might be the nudge you need to ask for help. And if you're just here for a ride, trust us — this one goes way deeper than watts.

This series is brought to you by Wahoo (www.wahoofitness.com)

Follow JP on Instagram for more content: @thestablecyclist

If you’d like to ask JP a question for an upcoming Ask JP Anything episode, send him a DM on instagram @thestablecyclist or send an email to thestablecyclist@gmail.com

The companies supporting JP and this channel:

Maplelag Resort - https://www.maplelag.com/

Flow Formulas - https://flowformulas.com/discount/JOHNPETER15

Owl City Cycles - https://www.owlcitycycles.com

The Black Bibs - https://www.theblackbibs.com

Ignition Coach Co. - https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

Mental Health Advocacy - Go4Graham - https://www.go4graham.org/

Resources: 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

International Bipolar Foundation: https://ibpf.org/

National Association for Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

Kelly Jones is a two-time national champion in eSports and eMTB, but her path to the top was anything but typical. In this powerful episode, she shares her journey from growing up in England to moving to the U.S. at 15, and how a snowboarding accident changed the course of her life. For the first time, Kelly talks about how that injury led to a long struggle with addiction and abuse—but it was the bike that ultimately became her lifeline.

After rehab, Kelly found a new identity and purpose through cycling. We talk about the highs and lows of recovery, the role of mental health, and how racing gave her a way forward. This conversation is a raw and inspiring look at transformation, resilience, and the power of sport to rebuild a life.

Follow Kelly on Instagram for more content: kellyjonesmtb

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If you’d like to ask JP a question for an upcoming Ask JP Anything episode, send him a DM on instagram @thestablecyclist or send an email to thestablecyclist@gmail.com

The companies supporting JP and this channel:

Maplelag Resort - https://www.maplelag.com/

Flow Formulas - https://flowformulas.com/discount/JOHNPETER15

Wahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.com/

Owl City Cycles - https://www.owlcitycycles.com

The Black Bibs - https://www.theblackbibs.com

Ignition Coach Co. - https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

Mental Health Advocacy - Go4Graham - https://www.go4graham.org/

Resources: 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

International Bipolar Foundation: https://ibpf.org/

National Association for Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

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Welcome to the first episode of The Bootleg Miles. Where we'll all come along on the journey this year as I look to finish the 3rd film in the Maah Daah Hey Film Series.

This week, we'll start by looking back at the premiere tour for Maah Daah Hey: Together and the moment a room full of strangers became something much more.

From Knoxville, TN to Fargo, ND, we sat down and shared stories—about bikes, yes—but also about friendship. And in a time when we seem divided on everything, that shared space meant everything.

This series is brought to you by Wahoo. (www.wahoofitness.com)

🎬 *Back to the Start*, the next MDH film, begins production this summer.

🟡 Want to support the film? I'll share that information next week in our next episode.

🔔 Subscribe for the ride: races, recovery, and real conversations.

Follow JP on Instagram for more content: @thestablecyclist

The companies supporting JP and this channel:

Maplelag Resort - https://www.maplelag.com/

Flow Formulas - https://flowformulas.com/discount/JOHNPETER15

Owl City Cycles - https://www.owlcitycycles.com

The Black Bibs - https://www.theblackbibs.com

Ignition Coach Co. - https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

Mental Health Advocacy - Go4Graham - https://www.go4graham.org/

Resources: 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

International Bipolar Foundation: https://ibpf.org/

National Association for Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

In this episode of The Stable Cyclist Podcast, I sit down with James Huang, one of the most respected voices in cycling tech. James now runs N-1, his Substack dedicated to honest, unbiased bike reviews, but his career has taken him through some of the biggest names in cycling media. We discuss his journey, the importance of integrity in product reviews, and how advertising dollars can sometimes muddy the waters of journalism.

But the heart of this conversation is James’ time at CyclingTips, where he was part of a team that felt more like family—until Outside bought the company and tore it apart. James stayed until the bitter end, not out of loyalty to the new management, but to provide for his family. We talk about what it’s like when a job you once loved turns into something you can’t stand, and how to navigate the emotional and financial strain of staying in a toxic work environment. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a job you can’t leave, this episode will hit home.

Read James' work: nminus1bikes.substack.com

Follow James on Instagram for more content: @angryasian

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If you’d like to ask JP a question for an upcoming Ask JP Anything episode, send him a DM on instagram @thestablecyclist or send an email to thestablecyclist@gmail.com

The companies supporting JP and this channel:

Maplelag Resort - https://www.maplelag.com/

Flow Formulas - https://flowformulas.com/discount/JOHNPETER15

Owl City Cycles - https://www.owlcitycycles.com

The Black Bibs - https://www.theblackbibs.com

Ignition Coach Co. - https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/

Mental Health Advocacy - Go4Graham - https://www.go4graham.org/

Resources: 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

International Bipolar Foundation: https://ibpf.org/

National Association for Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

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