Conte’s Bike Shop - Mitchell Foley

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08/27/24 • 41 min

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In this episode we’re excited to have a chat with Mitchell "Skip" Foley from Conte’s Bike Shop in Lexington, MA. This is a 2-for-1 episode as we get to not only learn about Conte's incredible cycling group rides but also about Mitchell's extraordinary journey as an athlete.
In case you haven't heard, Conte’s (with the help of B2C2) is running a very successful and very inclusive Sunday shop ride that is really adding to the local cycling scene. The shop ride offers something for everyone with 4 different groups, ranging from 16mph to 24+mph, and distances of approximately 35-50 miles in length. And who better to tell us about these rides than Mitchell Foley, head of Conte's Outreach and Business Development?
Conte’s may be relatively new to New England, but their impact on local cycling communities is anything but new . Since 1957, Conte’s has been a cornerstone for cyclists, with 21 locations across the country, including Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and now Massachusetts. And out of all their shops, the Lexington location has quickly risen to the top after just two years!

Mitchell is a local cycling legend in the New England community. He's a former D1 football player and NFL prospect, turned endurance athlete. He has an impressive resume as a 5-time national cycling champion and the #1 ranked Cat 1 criterium rider in 2002-2003. Beyond his athletic achievements, Mitchell has worn many hats—real estate, coaching, personal training, and entrepreneurship with his company Gemini Performance . His journey includes overcoming significant challenges, including recovering from severe accidents and embracing sobriety since 2014. Now, as the head of Outreach and Business Development at Conte’s, he’s channeling his discipline, resilience, and self-mastery into growing and supporting the cycling community here in New England.
As Mitchell said: "Roll Strong, Be Kind!"

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about cycling, personal growth, and the power of community.

Art & Eric embark on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.

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Tune in for an inspiring conversation about cycling, personal growth, and the power of community.

Art & Eric embark on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.

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