Professional mountain biker Payson McElveen sits down with some of the biggest names in sports and adventure to get an inside look at what sets them apart. With no script, the casual conversations are as diverse as the guests, with topics ranging from harrowing tales of survival, to debates on current events, to everyday tips and tricks and everything in between. As Payson travels the world for his two-wheeled day job, listen in as he rubs shoulders with and learns from some of the most inspiring athletes, entrepreneurs, academics, and others as they chase and inspire greatness. 

Big Sugar recap pt. 2 with Henry Nelson

October 30, 2026 1:25:56 61.91 MB Downloads: 0

Henry Nelson had a breakout ride at Big Sugar earlier this month, going solo towards the finish and looking like he might be the first to cross the line. It was an impressive performance for someone who is relatively new, not just to gravel, but to bike racing in genrral. The 24-year-old started riding bikes after a blood sugar issue cut short his running career, and with a little help from Riley Amos, he quickly demonstrated that he has a bright future ahead of him in the sport. He sat down with Payson last week to talk about his career-best ride at Big Sugar, growing up in Kansas, juggling multiple jobs to keep his cycling dreams afloat, and his enduring love of maps. 

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