Throttle & Roast

Sep 15 2024
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Are you a motorcycle enthusiast who cannot start the day without a perfectly brewed cup of coffee? Join Niels Meersschaert on Throttle & Roast as he blends his 25 years of riding experience with a profound love for artisanal coffee. From cruisers to café racers, and cappuccinos to cold brews, learn to enhance your riding experiences, perfect your coffee rituals, and even combine them for an unforgettable adventure.

We love a variety of motorcycles, riding both street and dirt and almost every segment: ADV, cruiser, sport bike, scooters & vintage.  We've been known to try a variety of coffees, too, so don't be surprised if we drink something different each episode.

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How much do you love coffee, have you taken it too far?

Sep 15 2024 17 mins  
Send us a textJust how far does your love of coffee go? Do you really know your beans? Have you tried the variety of coffee drinks out there? How about brewing styles? Do you have several favorite coffee shops? Have you gone too far and now have a caffeine addiction? Host Niels Meersschaert guides you on ways to continue your coffee journey. Details on different beansDifferent brew

BMW GS Comparison: Exploring Three Iconic Models

Sep 08 2024 21 mins  
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Is it Really the End of Riding Season? Let's Reflect

Sep 01 2024 20 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode of the Throttle and Roast podcast, host Niels Meersschaert reflects on the end of the riding season and shares tips for preparing bikes for off-season storage. He discusses the changing temperatures, fall foliage hazards, and ways you can leverage gear to extend your riding season and not have to park the bike till the spring.Articles mentioned from th

Ultimate Moto Camping Coffee Guide: Brewing in the Woods on Two Wheels

Aug 25 2024 37 mins  
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Exploring the Overlap: Pilots Who Ride Motorcycles

Aug 18 2024 22 mins  
Send us a textThe podcast episode explores the surprising overlap between pilots and motorcyclists. Host Niels Meersschaert shares his personal experiences with flying and motorcycling, discussing the similarities between aircraft and motorcycles in terms of controls and dynamics. He also highlights the results of surveys showing that up to 85% of pilots also ride motorcycles. The

Essential Coffee Brewing Gear for Home Baristas

Aug 11 2024 22 mins  
Send us a textIn this podcast episode, Niels Meersschaert discusses the essential products every coffee lover needs for home brewing. He emphasizes the importance of a burr grinder and a scale for achieving consistent and high-quality results. Additionally, Niels explores various brewers, starting with the popular Aeropress, and highlights their value in expanding the repertoire of

Spice Up Your Rides: Keeping Motorcycle Trips Fresh

Aug 04 2024 25 mins  
Send us a textIn the "Throttle and Roast" podcast episode, Niels Meersschaert talks about how to shake up your motorcycle rides to keep things interesting. He suggests adding weekday rides to the usual weekend routine, trying out dirt roads on an adventure bike, exploring backroads instead of sticking to highways, and planning rides with a meal as the destination. Overnight trips l

Hot vs Iced vs Cold Brew

Jul 28 2024 9 mins  
Send us a textWhat are these three brewing methods? Are cold coffee beverages only an option for summer? What if you want to brew at home? Is cold brew practical for every day? Which technique do you prefer? Are you only a hot coffee drinker year round? Do you switch to iced coffee or cold brew in the summer months? Have you tried cold brewing at home? Text the show through the lin

Lane filtering - Benefit or Bane?

Jul 21 2024 16 mins  
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Health Benefits of Drinking Coffee

Jul 14 2024 9 mins  
Send us a textYou love the flavor & the experience of drinking coffee. Maybe it’s good for you too?In this episode of the Throttle & Roast podcast, the potential health benefits of drinking coffee are discussed. We learn that coffee contains antioxidants and active substances that can reduce inflammation and protect against diseases. Studies have shown that coffee drinker