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Friday Favorites

Friday Favorites: A Climb Written in the Stars

2026-08-21
By: Susan Lafond
On: August 21, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Slow, steady, and built to let riders settle into a rhythm without rushing the legs. Read more…

Friday Favorites: The Soundtrack to Your Next Summit

2026-08-14
By: Fern Stancer
On: August 14, 2026
In: Uncategorized, Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

With a driving beat, unforgettable vocals, and more than 5 minutes of sustained climbing, this song is a perfect choice for building strength, endurance, and determination on the bike.Read more…

Friday Favorites: An Award-Winning Climb

2026-08-07
By: Bill Pierce
On: August 7, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 2 Comments

This remix was first performed at the 2026 Brit Awards and won my award for the best performance ever at an awards ceremony. The album it’s taken from is one of the favorites to be awarded a Grammy. You’ll win an award from your riders when you include it in an indoor cycling playlist.Read more…

Friday Favorites: Cue the Emotional-Damage Climb

2026-07-31
By: Kala Markel
On: July 31, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Dramatic? Absolutely. Over-the-top? In the best possible way. This alt-rock favorite transforms a steady climb into an unforgettable ride filled with tension, release, and goosebump-worthy moments. Discover why this early-2000s anthem is such a perfect fit for climbs and longer interval efforts.Read more…

Friday Favorites: The ’80s Band You Never Heard of…But Wish You Did

2026-07-24
By: Jennifer Sage
On: July 24, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

If you’re always searching for music your riders haven’t heard a hundred times, this forgotten gem from 1984 might be exactly what you’re looking for. With its steady 81 rpm cadence and infectious energy, it’s a natural fit for warm-ups, endurance rides, and tempo work.Read more…

Friday Favorites: Uplifting and Carefree Vibes

2026-07-10
By: Susan Lafond
On: July 10, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Start your ride with an upbeat song that captivates riders from the first note and builds naturally into a set of energizing surges.Read more…

Friday Favorites: An Uplifting Song with a Breezy, Summery Feel

2026-07-03
By: Mark Fiddler
On: July 3, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

This song has a big-sound vibe that makes you want to pedal.Read more…

Friday Favorites: Better “Playyy” This Song Soon

2026-06-26
By: Bill Pierce
On: June 26, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 2 Comments

ICA introduced you to Chappell Roan, Geese, and MJ Lenderman before their fame took off like a rocket ship. This artist’s career is on a similar trajectory in 2026. You better use this song in your playlists before everyone else does.Read more…

Friday Favorites: The Last Leopard

2026-06-19
By: Jennifer Sage
On: June 19, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Dreamy, atmospheric, and hypnotic—perfect for warm-ups or endurance rides, this week’s selection comes with a fascinating backstory involving an animal believed to be critically rare.Read more…

Mainstream Music Monday: A New Song from Toy Story 5

2026-06-15
By: Fern Stancer
On: June 15, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Nostalgic, reflective, and fresh off a major soundtrack release, this song brings a softer energy to your playlist. Perfect for recovery work, cool-downs, or a moment of reflection, it invites riders to settle in, catch their breath, and connect with the music.Read more…

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