In this solo episode, I break down my experience at Pinyon and Pines: what went wrong, what I didn’t expect, and the moment I knew I was done. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the reality of pushing limits, dealing with doubt, and learning the hard way.

I also share what I’m taking from that experience into this year’s race, and what has to change if I’m going to show up differently.

For more information about the 2026 Pinyon and Pines: https://danaernst.com/PinyonsPines/

We talk about Dane’s journey from working a corporate job to taking a leap of faith and building Cry Later, a brand rooted in creativity and honesty, and eventually launching Park Drive Pizza, a take-out pizza operation run straight out of his house, where people order ahead and come pick it up.

Dane shares the real story behind choosing the uncertain path, trusting his instincts, and creating things that truly feel aligned with who he is.

We also dive into a defining moment in his life, a cycling crash where he was hit by an RV while riding his road bike and how that experience reshaped his perspective on cycling, risk, and life moving forward.

This conversation isn’t about hype or highlight reels. It’s about creativity, resilience, and choosing to build a life that feels true.

I’m beyond stoked to have Dane on the podcast.Stay tuned and enjoy.

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