New England Endurance Podcast
Celebrating New England's thriving endurance sports culture.
Our mission is to passionately showcase and celebrate the vibrant endurance sports culture thriving in New England. Through engaging conversations, local endurance athletes (Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker) embark on a journey to uncover the essence of the region's clubs, group rides, cherished routes, legendary races, and the devoted community of athletes who proudly call New England home.
From the exhilarating realms of road cycling to the rugged trails of mountain biking, from triathlons to ultramarathons, from open-water swimming to collegiate rowing, this podcast is a tribute to the challenges, victories, and compelling narratives that shape the endurance sports landscape in this distinctive part of the United States.
With a commitment to fostering connections, providing valuable insights, and igniting inspiration, we strive to unite, inform, and empower the New England endurance community.
New England Endurance Podcast
Dirt Church Brewing: For the Love of Dirt, Community, and Craft Beer
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In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Anna Cronin and Bruce Lindsay, co-founders of Dirt Church Brewing, nestled in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Born out of a shared love for mountain biking, trail (dirt) culture, and connection, Dirt Church is more than just a brewery—it’s a community hub built around the values of recreation, preservation, and celebration.
Anna and Bruce share their story about how they met and how they wanted to created a destination that blends craft beer (non-alcoholic options available too!) with the rhythms of endurance sports. They dive into their personal backgrounds in coaching and racing, their support of local events like Race Day XC, and how they’re helping build a stronger outdoor culture in New England.
From trail systems like the Catamount Trail (now Velomont!) to their favorite local endurance events, this conversation highlights the unique energy of the region and how Dirt Church is helping to shape it—one pint and one ride at a time.
Key Takeaways:
- Dirt Church was born during the COVID-19 pandemic as a response to the need for connection and outdoor experience.
- The brewery is rooted in community, with a strong tie to endurance athletes and mountain bikers.
- Their motto—Recreation. Preservation. Celebration. —guides their life and business philosophy.
- Vermont’s competitive yet cooperative craft beer scene inspires them to stay innovative and intentional.
- The brewery supports local races and endurance events, aiming to expand their footprint across New England.
- Anna and Bruce’s personal stories in coaching, sport, and adventure infuse Dirt Church with authenticity.
- Dirt Church is not just for cyclists or beer lovers—it’s a place where anyone who loves the outdoors can belong.
Art & Eric embark on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.
