Alexey is an ex-WorldTour standout turned gravel phenom. He is a multiple Iceman Cometh champ; a former Road Race Junior National champ; a past winner of the Belgian Waffle Ride and the Big Sugar Gravel; and he's a prolific podium finisher at all your favorite off-road cycling events. Plus, he’s got Sir Willy, the dachshund who’s basically his co-pilot on every adventure.

I know you will enjoy this conversation as much as I did, and I am sure you will learn some great inside tips about living in Boulder, about riding bikes, and even about riding with a dog on your back.

This conversation is with Kate Ripley, the trailblazing owner and CEO of PR Labs in Boulder, who has over 20 years as a certified neuromuscular massage therapist, fueling peak recovery for elite athletes and everyday grinders in a space that’s all about community and cutting-edge performance.

The space is PR Labs Performance and Recovery Labs in Boulder, and the list of services they provide is amazing. From massage to chiropractic; personal training to physical therapy, these guys offer it all. And if you are looking to truly better your health and wellbeing, head over to test out the contrast therapy -- cold plunge combined with time in the infrared sauna.

It's awesome, and so is this conversation.

Dan is a celebrated masters athlete in his mid-60s, who known for his extraordinary achievements in running. A Boulder resident since 1977, he has set multiple age-group world and U.S. records in middle-distance events, earning him a reputation as one of the fittest and most dedicated runners in the masters category. His story embodies the spirit of Boulder’s vibrant running community, where he trains daily while balancing a professional career in business consulting.

In 2020, at age 61, he set a world record in the men’s 60-64 mile (4:49.08), along with U.S. masters records in the mile (4:53.01 on road), 3,000m (9:58.77), and 5,000m (16:48.67).

Beyond his running accomplishments, Dan is a kind, humorous, and smart individual, and we thoroughly enjoyed our conversation with him.