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Wednesday Timeless Classics: Not Your Grandaddy’s Progressive Climb
This song was recorded by an obscure French electronic duo, titled after a little-known indie rocker, and remixed by another French artist. So why has such an esoteric tune been appreciated by my riders for over 20 years? Because it makes for an awesome progressive climb.Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: No Rush, Just Rhythm
Smooth, soulful, and effortlessly cool, this modern R&B hit proves that powerful rides don’t always need a massive drop. With its hypnotic groove and steady pulse, it’s the perfect soundtrack for riders who love to settle in, find their flow, and let the music carry them.Read more…
Friday Favorites: Need More?
This song, from the debut album of a hot, young, Twin Cities–based rock band, will inspire your riders to give more on a short, powerful flat road.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Rock-and-Roll for Rocktober (Because Rock Rules!)
It is an indisputable fact that ROCK AND ROLL IS PERFECT FOR CYCLING CLASSES in so many ways. Yes, that’s all caps—I’m yelling it from the rooftops! Here are a few of my favorite classic and modern rock songs and what I do to them. We also provide links to 14 varied rock-oriented profiles on ICA for you to play with. Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️💗
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to design an empowering ride that celebrates strength, hope, and resilience. Whether you’re leading a fundraiser, teaming up for a specialty class, or simply dedicating one of your regular rides, this theme will inspire connection and community. We’ve also pulled from our collection of 35 inspirational playlists to give you all the music you need to honor survivors, support fighters, and remember loved ones.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: National One-Hit Wonder Day! With Two Ready-Made Profiles and a Large Bucket Playlist!
One-hit wonders are, by their very definition, songs that most people know but usually have no idea who the artist/band is because they are only known for one song. Because of their familiarity, they are great to add into rides but not all-one hit wonders are created equal and therefore, not all good for indoor cycling. Not to worry—we’ve done all the work for you to find the best ones! We have two ready-made profiles that you can use as well as a list of over 175 songs if you choose to create your own one-hit wonder theme ride.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Waking Up and Rocking Out, the Ultimate Coffee-Themed Indoor Cycling Class!
October 1 is International Coffee Day. A celebration of our love for caffeine. ICA has two bucket playlists for you to incorporate some java jams for your riders.Read more…
Mainstream Music Monday: An Exuberant, Upbeat Song from a Rising Pop Star
Backed by serious producers, this artist has a big, anthemic, pop sound that has been a hit with my classes. Read more…
Friday Favorites: We Gonna Burn So Bright
Three short bursts of fire, a powerful message, and several ways to put this 87 bpm rocker to work in your next class.Read more…
Theme Ride Thursday: Get Moving for National Fitness Day!
Looking for music to build a fitness-themed ride? We’ve got nearly 275 tracks to get you started, from songs about exercise and sports to motivational anthems and irresistible calls to MOVE.Read more…