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Theme Ride Thursday: Groundhog Day (An Out-and-Back Ride)—Class Profile and Two Bucket Playlists
It’s time for a déja vu of our Canyon Ride, this time with a Groundhog Day theme. This concept is perfect for an entertaining out-and-back ride where you use an original song on one direction of the ride and a remix or cover of that song on the return. Contributor Susan Lafond has done all the hard work for you in creating this playlist.Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: A Relentless, Driving Climb
According to the artist, the song is intended to sound like an alcoholic’s internal dialogue. Released in 1996, it found new life on the soundtrack of a cult film. In 2004, it was voted as the fourth-best dance track ever. Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: Don’t Be a Stranger to This Fast Flat
This week’s track is a short one, but you don’t want to sleep on it. It has a driving beat that will help elevate your riders’ pedal stroke and rhythm to a new level. Read more…
Friday Favorites: A Climb That Elicits a Frisson
There are moments when I want the lyrics and the melody of the song to be the only thing that matter.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: 2024 Grammy Nominations—Three Progressive Blocks (Class Profile)
The Grammy Awards are Sunday, February 4. Thrill your class with Julianne’s annual Grammy Nominations profile, this year titled “Three Progressive Blocks.” Those riders who love current music will be especially pleased with this playlist.Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: K-Pop Topping the Charts
This versatile song can be used as a flat road or a heavy climb. A remix from two talented musicians who also have the dance moves.Read more…
Class Profile: RIP 2023, A Tribute to Artists We Lost in 2023
Putting together this year’s tribute ride for the incredible artists we lost in 2023 was a journey filled with emotions, nostalgia, and difficulty, much like the past decade of creating these special rides for the ICA community. Let me know how you enjoy this loop profile.Read more…
Friday Favorites: A Long Solo Climb
If you or your riders appreciate long classic rock songs with extended guitar solos like Neil Young’s “Southern Man,” this current rocker is for you. Just hit play and then climb, climb, climb….Read more…
Wednesday Timeless Classics: Two Songs That Elevate Your Ride to a Spiritual Experience
Two spellbinding songs from the same double remix album that together create an ethereal 15-minute climb with mesmerizing, tribal drumbeats. It’s more than just a climb; it’s a transformative journey through sound, rhythm, and the classic indoor cycling experience. Johnny G would be proud!Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: Upbeat and Catchy Track for Intervals
If you haven’t discovered this artist yet, I think you’ll like what you hear! Her upbeat and catchy songs are filled with positive messages, perfect for the New Year, feel-good fundraising events, or any time you want to spread a good message. Oh, and they push you to work harder, too!Read more…