Miles from Mullet Cycles has carved out a unique niche in the bike industry by going against the grain. From his brash and unconventional approach to bikes to his knack for creating one-of-a-kind accessories, Miles has been challenging industry norms for years.

He's dedicated himself to perfecting the mixed-wheel format for mountain bikes, and he’s also the creative force behind Miles Wide Industries, which offers clever, rider-focused accessories. Today we’ll talk about his path into the cycling world, why he’s sticking with mixed-wheel setups, and what’s next for his two companies.

• When did Mullet Cycles officially get its start? Were mixed-wheel bikes considered a novelty at the time?
• A lot of riders use the words “mullet” and “mixed-wheel” interchangeably, but your company actually trademarked the term Mullet as it relates to bikes. Why did you go that route? How has the rise of the term 'mullet' affected your marketing efforts?
• What makes Mullet Cycles’ bikes different from mixed-wheel bikes from other brands?
• Unlike most bike brands, you don't publish complete geometry tables for your bikes. Why not?
• How does your experience as a jewelry designer influence your approach to building bikes?
• What’s the idea behind a Mullet gravel/adventure bike, and how is that project coming along
• Why don't you offer any of your frames in carbon fiber?

An automated transcript will be available at Singletracks.com later today.

This episode is sponsored by Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce.

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