Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast
426 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 211 ratingsWe delve into the MTB world, talking to athletes, trainers, mechanics, brands and more, to bring you all the best insight that will inform and inspire you, and help you ride your bike faster, have more fun, and find out about more about the characters behind the sport that we love.
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Downhill Dynamics: Andrew Shandro’s Perspective on Racing, Managing, and Mentoring
March 26, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 48 MBToday we’re joined by Trek Factory Racing’s downhill team manager, Andrew Shandro. We'll delve into the dynamic journey of Andrew's career, from his early days as a racer, through his time as a free rider and rampage competitor, to his pivotal role as a team manager and mentor. We’ll discuss Andrew’s involvement with Trek’s C3 programme, where he’s signed athletes like Brandon Semenuk and Emil Johansson. We’ll explore the evolution of downhill racing, reflecting on the highs, lows, and where ...
Fighting For His Life: Iago Garay
March 19, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBToday I’m joined by one of the most stylish enduro riders on the planet, Iago Garay. Iago's story is one of passion, perseverance, hard work and dedication. In this episode, we'll explore the pivotal moments that shaped Iago's journey, from his introduction to mountain biking to his unique story of how he turned professional and got his big break. We'll also dive into the future of enduro racing, gaining valuable insights from Iago's unique and positive perspective as a seasoned competitor. B...
Rémy Métailler’s Winning Formula, Riding Advice and More
March 12, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBToday we’re sitting down for a long overdue catch up with mountain biking legend Remy Metailler. In this episode, we discuss the action from Hardline Tasmania, explore the dynamic between racing and the influencer culture dominating YouTube and social media, and unravel the intricacies of collaborating with partners in the industry. Along the way, we'll also tackle the evolving landscape of enduro racing, the growing popularity of eBikes, and glean invaluable riding tips and advice from Remy ...
That Amazing Run at Hardline Tasmania With Louise Ferguson
March 05, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBToday, we're diving into the adrenaline-fuelled world of Red Bull Hardline with none other than the fearless Louise Ferguson. Strap in as we explore Lou’s electrifying performance in Tasmania, where she pushed the boundaries of possibility and left an indelible mark on the mountain bike landscape. From saying no to her first Hardline invite, to being one of the first two women on the planet to complete a top to bottom Hardline race run, join us as we unravel the exhilarating tale of Louise Fe...
Chasing Trail Bike Perfection: The Evolution of the Canyon Spectral
February 27, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBToday I’m joined by Leo Malmeryd, the lead engineer behind the latest evolution of the Canyon Spectral. Leo will be sharing insights into the meticulous development process that brought forth this new iteration of the Spectral, as they take an evolutionary approach in search of trail bike perfection. But that's not all – I’m hitting the trails with Jonny Matthews, to put the new Canyon Spectral through its paces. Together, we'll compare its performance against its predecessor, which we both l...
Brad Simms’ Thrilling Ride from BMX to Mountain Biking
February 20, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBToday, I’m joined by BMX legend turned mountain biker, Brad Simms. From his humble beginnings in BMX, Brad has carved a path with resilience and passion that continues to inspire riders around the globe. But Brad's story is more than just about bikes; it's about exploration, adaptation, and a spirit of adventure. Join us as we journey through Brad's experiences. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected twists that have shaped Brad's path, as he shares candid insights into his life on...
Crafting Champions: Inside the New Intense Factory Racing Team
February 13, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBToday I’m joined by Joe Breeden and Olly Morris, the team owner and team manager for the new Intense Factory Racing team. We hear what led to Joe deciding to form the team and what his vision for Intense Factory Racing looks like. Joe, Olly and I discuss what it takes to create a high-performance environment, the meticulous selection of riders and staff and just how hard it is to get support in the current bike industry climate. What’s clear in this episode is the energy and passion that Joe ...
Jordan Williams’ Dominating Debut – Inside His Rollercoaster First Season
February 06, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBToday I’m joined by Jordan Williams. Jordan began his elite career with an amazing win at the opening round in Lenzerheide. The season that followed would bring new challenges for Jordan that became invaluable opportunities for personal and professional growth. In this episode, Jordan shares candidly about the highs and lows of his season, from the exhilarating moment watching Loic’s split go red in Lenzerheide, to the challenges he navigated behind the scenes. We delve into his transition to...
Breaking Down the Downhill Team Moves: Insights from Alan Milway
January 30, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBToday I’m joined by coach and newly appointed Norco Team Manager, Alan Milway. With years of experience coaching riders both in the gym and trackside at the World Cups, Alan boasts an unparalleled understanding of riders and their craft. We sat down last week to delve into the exciting roster changes for the 2024 downhill season, and trust me, there's plenty to discuss! Alan generously shares his insights on each move, along with some discussion of when and how to advise riders, adding variab...
Talking Tech With OneUp’s Jon Staples – Handlebar and Dropper Design
January 23, 2024 03:33 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBToday’s episode is supported by OneUp and I'm delighted to be joined by their Chief Technical Officer, Jon Staples. Together, we'll delve into the intricacies of designing OneUp's latest and most innovative products. We'll explore OneUp's unique approach to handlebar design, aiming to alleviate arm pump, and discuss the enhancements made to their already super popular dropper post, for the latest V3 model. Join us for valuable insights into product design and testing from a brand who seem to ...
Jackson Goldstone – An Insane Season of Success
January 16, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBRace seasons don’t get much more exciting than the one Jackson Goldstone had in 2023. This week we’re sitting down with Jackson to delve into the details of what actually went on. From intense rivalries and overcoming appendix issues to how he’s found a winning mindset, our conversation covers it all. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Jackson Goldstone. You can also watch this episode on our YouTube channel here. You can follow Jackson on Instagram @jackso...
The Ultimate MTB Suspension Setup Advice with Jordi Cortes
January 09, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBWelcome to Downtime Goes Downhill, a podcast mini-series that’s followed our journey in downhill racing, as well as chatting to some of the most knowledgeable experts in the world to help us get faster. Today I’ll be joined by Jordi Cortes from Fox suspension to get the ultimate advice on how to get your bike suspension setup amazingly well for you. Downtime Goes Downhill wouldn’t be happening without the support of some incredible brands. So a massive thanks to Canyon bikes, Fox suspension,...
Managing Loic Bruni, Finn Iles & Jordan Williams – Laurent Delorme
January 02, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBToday we are kicking off the new year with a great guest, Laurent Delorme, the mastermind behind the Specialized Gravity team featuring the formidable talents of Loic Bruni, Finn Iles, and Jordan Williams. In our conversation, Laurent unveils his journey into team management, providing insights into his path to success while overseeing some of the fastest riders on the planet. Delve into the strategies that Laurent employs to manage a team comprising fiercely competitive riders. Gain an under...
What We Learned From a Year of Racing Downhill
December 19, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBWelcome to Downtime Goes Downhill, a podcast mini-series that’s been taking you with us as we have a go at racing downhill at both a regional and national level. Downtime Goes Downhill wouldn’t be happening without the support of some incredible brands. So a massive thanks to Canyon bikes, Fox suspension, Wahoo Fitness, Fox clothing and protection, Maxxis tyres, Magura brakes and We Are One Composites wheels. This is episode eight, where we’ll be sharing what we’ve learned from a year of do...
Noga Korem – Performing in the Face of the Odds
December 12, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBToday, I'm excited to have Noga Korem with us. Now, you're likely aware of the unexpected turn of events earlier this year when Noga was released from her contract with GT Factory Racing. In the spirit of transparency, I want to address that this episode initially included a few more details from Noga's perspective regarding the contract termination. However, due to the legal sensitivity of the matter and the challenge of reconciling differing accounts between both parties, I've made some sli...
The Greg Minnaar Story – Santa Cruz Syndicate, Honda and More
December 06, 2023 11:09 - 49 minutes - 34 MBIn a week where we heard that the GOAT, Greg Minnaar, will be leaving the Santa Cruz Syndicate after an incredible 16-year tenure, it feels fitting to revisit the conversation I had with Greg back in 2019. Given the influx of new subscribers since then and the the fact that this episode was no longer available on the podcast RSS feed, I felt it was the perfect opportunity to re-share our insightful discussion. Picture the scene: in 2019, Greg and I gathered in a cozy pub in Leeds, delving int...
Vero Sandler – DarkFest, Creativity, Building, Meditation and More
December 05, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBToday I’m joined by Vero Sandler. Vero has had an interesting five years since she last appeared on the podcast, moving from downhill racing into the freeride mountain bike world. We chat about her move to Santa Cruz, competing in the X-Games Real MTB series and find out what it’s like to ride at Darkfest. Hear how Vero’s unusual childhood helped shape the creativity that she has today and why some of the best freeriders on the planet will be visiting her backyard next year. Vero also shares ...
Tahnée Seagrave – I Can Win Again
November 28, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBToday I’m joined by Tahnée Seagrave. Tahnée has been through a lot over the last few years and we chat about some of those highs and lows. Hear how Tahnée got on at Red Bull Hardline and how she feels about taking part in the new Hardline in Tasmania. We discuss her concussion and recovery as well as her return from racing. Find out how Missy Giove helped Tahnée’s recovery and what it was like being called Nina Hoffmann on live TV. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episod...
Dakotah Norton – The Pace to Win, Bike Setup and More
November 21, 2023 03:33 - 5 MBToday I'm joined by Dakotah Norton. Dakotah had his best season ever in 2023 and had the pace to take wins at multiple venues. Hear Dakotah’s thoughts on this season and his time with Intense. We chat about bike setup, the challenge of training at world cup speeds without taking unnecessary risks, how he’s found a way to enjoy racing and much more. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Dakotah Norton. You can follow Dakotah on Instagram @daknorton and on YouTube...
Aaron Gwin Talks Commentary, Injury, 2024 Plans and More
November 14, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBAlright, today I’m joined by Aaron Gwin to catch up on what he’s been up to. Hear about his experience in the commentary booth, why he bought Windrock Bike Park, if he’ll be racing next season and plenty more. There’s some great insight in this episode and I really hope you enjoy listening. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Aaron Gwin. You can follow Aaron on Instagram @aarongwin1 and find Windrock Bike Park @windrockbikepark. Supporting Partners We Are On...
Neko Mulally – Frameworks Is Going on Sale
November 07, 2023 03:33 - 2 hours - 91.8 MBToday I’m joined by Neko Mulally to talk all things Frameworks. With a limited batch of 100 of the bikes going on sale tomorrow, Neko and I sat down for an in-depth chat about the project. You’ll hear how Neko has taken his experience from racing and translated that into designing and developing the Frameworks downhill bike. Hear who was involved to make this dream a reality. How much will the bikes cost, what specs will be available, how do you get hold of one and heaps of listener questions...
Behind the Scenes of the New YT Jeffsy
October 31, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBToday we are going behind the scenes of the development of the new YT Jeffsy mk3 with founder and chief visionary officer, Markus Flossmann and product development manager, Frank Dörr. We chat about what the Jeffsy aims to be and what the challenges were to bring that to life. Hear about the crazy launch videos, how much goes into some of the smaller details of the bike that you’ll probably not notice, why they have carbon and aluminium options and which one you might prefer. We also talk abo...
The Final Round – Downtime Goes Downhill (Racing) – Episode 7
October 26, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBWelcome to Downtime Goes Downhill, a podcast mini-series that’s taking you with us as we have a go at racing downhill at both a regional and national level as well as chatting to some of the world’s best to help us and you ride bikes down hills faster. Downtime Goes Downhill wouldn’t be happening without the support of some incredible brands. So a massive thanks to Canyon bikes, Fox suspension, Wahoo Fitness, Fox clothing and protection, Maxxis tyres, Magura brakes and We Are One Composites ...
Better Human, Better Bike Rider
October 24, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBToday, I’m joined by Strength Factory head coach, Ben Plenge. Ben firmly believes that being a better human will lead to you being a better bike rider. We discuss how taking a simple approach of being 1% better each day can lead to building positive habits that when done consistently will help you improve both physically and mentally and ultimately lead to you being a better rider and having more fun on your bike. Ben offers thoughts on what sort of things you should be trying to do, how you ...
Perfect Your Process to Improve Your Performance
October 17, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBWelcome to Downtime Goes Downhill, a podcast mini-series that’s taking you with us as we have a go at racing downhill at both a regional and national level and in this episode, bringing you advice from some of the best in the world to help us and you, to perform better. This time by perfecting your process. Downtime Goes Downhill wouldn’t be happening without the support of some incredible brands. So a massive thanks to Canyon bikes, Fox suspension, Wahoo Fitness, Fox clothing and protection...
Behind the Scenes at Anthill Films With Darcy Wittenburg
October 10, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 44 MBToday I’m chatting to Darcy Wittenburg, owner, director and producer at the awesome Anthill Films. We hear how Darcy got into film making and how things have progressed from the Collective, through to Anthill Films being born. Hear how some of their incredible scenes were made and what it was like to be responsible for telling Stevie Smith’s story. We also get some insight on their incredible new film, The Engine Inside, talk about the current state of mountain bike film making and plenty mor...
Mont-Sainte-Anne 2023 – Post-Race Show
October 09, 2023 18:15 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBit’s time to check-in with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris to chat all things World Cup finals. What an insane race on an amazing track in Mont-Sainte-Anne, with heaps for us to talk about. The riders that performed, the pressure for those chasing titles, track invasions and plenty more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Mont-Sainte-Anne World Cup post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winni...
Mont-Sainte-Anne 2023 – Pre-Race Show
October 03, 2023 10:42 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBWe're heading to Mont-Sainte-Anne this weekend for the final round of the 2023 World Cup. Join me and Chris Kilmurray to find out about the demands of the Mont Sainte Anne track, if the cold is going to impact the riders, if it's going to snow and plenty more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Mont-Sainte-Anne World Cup pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup...
Catching Up with We Are One Composites’ Dustin Adams
October 03, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 51 MBToday I’m having a catch up with We Are One Composites’ main man, Dustin Adams. We Are One are at the forefront of carbon fibre technology in the mountain bike world. We chat about their downhill bike project and some of the technology that’s coming from that work. Hear Dustin’s thoughts on how the bike industry dealt with the COVID bike boom. You’ll also hear about some of We Are One’s upcoming products and plenty more. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Dust...
Snowshoe 2023 – Post-Race Show
October 02, 2023 18:34 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBSnowshoe delivered some exiting racing and it’s time to check-in with Neko and Olly to chat about what went on. Find out just how hard that track was to ride, how much the track conditions improved on race day, who crashed where you really don't want to and plenty more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Snowshoe World Cup post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the hist...
Snowshoe 2023 – Pre-Race Show
September 26, 2023 13:09 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBWe're heading to Snowshoe this weekend for the penultimate round of the 2023 World Cup. Join me and Chris Kilmurray to find out what we should expect from Snowshoe’s unique track, who’s on form, what the weather has in store for us and plenty more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Snowshoe World Cup pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup and EWS racing. No ...
What Does It Take to Make Great Mountain Bike Clothing? – With Ian Martin
September 26, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBToday I’m joined by Ian Martin, one of the founders of cycle clothing company 7Mesh. Find out how Ian’s passion for the outdoors led him to learn how to make garments and ultimately into working for Arc’teryx. We chat about how an old friendship eventually led to Ian, Calum and Tyler founding their own company with 7Mesh. Hear what goes into designing quality clothing for mountain biking, how 7Mesh approach design, the challenge of removing forever chemicals from your range and plenty more. I...
Is the Bike Industry in Trouble?
September 19, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBWith race teams getting closed down and huge sales on at many brands, it’s left many people wondering what’s happening to the bike industry. Today I’m joined by the founder of PNW Components, Aaron Kerson and Sandy Plenty from the Trailhead and PNW UK to chat about what’s going on. We discuss how the bike industry ended up in this situation, what it’s going to take to get us out of it, if we are going to lose some brands along the way and plenty more. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and l...
Jack Moir – Moi Moi TV, 2023 Season, State of World Cup Racing and More
September 12, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBThis week I’m joined by YT Mob star, Jack Moir. We chat Moi Moi TV, joining the YT Mob, being able to run whatever components you like, the ups and downs of the 2023 season, the state of enduro and downhill racing and plenty more. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Jack Moir. You can find Jack on Instagram @jackmoir_ and watch Moi Moi TV here. Supporting Partners 7Mesh 7Mesh have recently launched their brand new Airmap range. Airmap uses a unique approach...
Les Gets 2023 – Post-Race Show
September 11, 2023 14:54 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBThis weekend Les Gets was alive with the sound of chainsaws, the smoke of red white and blue flares and some incredible racing. I'm joined by Neko Mulally and Olly Morris to find out just how difficult those track conditions were, what it feels like to be charged by thousands of mountain bike fans, if Max Commencal’s hangover has worn off yet and plenty more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Les Gets World Cup post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. Supported By Maxxis Tyre...
Creating Lit Kit for Jackson Goldstone, Tahnée Seagrave and More – Austin Hoover
September 05, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBThis week I’m joined by Fox Racing’s head of sports marketing and athlete development, Austin Hoover. Austin is the man who’s responsible for looking after Fox’s athlete rosters and making sure that they look amazing at every race. We chat about how Austin found his way from being a stuntman at Disneyland to his role at Fox, working with the world’s best mountain bike and moto athletes. Hear what went into getting the whole of the Santa Cruz Syndicate on Fox and what it takes to make everyone...
Les Gets 2023 – Pre-Race Show
September 04, 2023 18:10 - 29 minutes - 20 MBWe're heading to Les Gets this weekend for the 6th round of the 2023 World Cup. Join me and Chris Kilmurray to find out about the track, the new festival style event, who's on form and much more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Les Gets World Cup pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup and EWS racing. No matter where or how you ride, Maxxis has the tyres fo...
Loudenvielle 2023 – Post-Race Show
September 03, 2023 19:01 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBLoudenvielle delivered us some ups and downs, ending in some absolutely awesome elite racing. Join me, Neko and Olly to talk about that insane track, the schedule changes, the cancellation of junior racing, the wildest race runs and much more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Loudenvielle World Cup pre-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup and EWS...
Loudenvielle 2023 – Pre-Race Show
August 29, 2023 12:20 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIt’s new venue time and we’re in Loudenvielle, France. We’ll be talking about this brand new track which sounds like it should provide a real challenge for the riders. Hear Chris’ thoughts on the venue, the track, who’s going to be pushing hard for the win and much more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Loudenvielle World Cup pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of Wo...
Behind the Scenes at Bike Park Wales – 10 Years In
August 29, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBAs Bike Park Wales turns 10 years old, I got the chance to sit down with two of the founders, Martin Astley and Rowan Sorrell. We chat about where the idea came from and what it took to bring it to reality on a hillside in South Wales. Hear about the highs and lows of running the UK’s biggest bike park, as well as finding out what they have planned for the next 10 years. These guys show what is possible when you believe in your idea and never give up, so, it’s time to sit back, hit play and l...
Vallnord 2023 – Post-Race Show
August 27, 2023 18:36 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBVallnord World Cup took place this weekend in crazy conditions. Join me, Neko and Olly to find out who excelled, who struggled, how much the weather impacted the results and much more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Vallnord World Cup post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup and EWS racing. No matter where or how you ride, Maxxis has the tyres...
Vallnord 2023 – Pre-Race Show
August 22, 2023 10:24 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBVallnord World Cup is here and I’m sitting down with Chris Kilmurray to find out about the changes to the track, the impact that rain can have in this location, dealing with the heat, who has a score to settle and much more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Vallnord World Cup pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup and EWS racing. No matter where or how you ...
How to Become a Downhill Bike Designer – Dan Roberts
August 22, 2023 02:33 - 2 hours - 83.4 MBDan Roberts is the man behind those deliciously technical downhill bike reviews on Pinkbike, as well as being responsible for the RAAW Yalla and helping Neko Mulally with his Frameworks project. We sat down at Fort William World Champs to find out more about him. Dan shares how he created a career for himself in mountain bike design and offers some thoughts on bike design itself. As you’ll find out, it’s not been a straight forward path, but Dan hasn’t lost sight of how awesome his work is. T...
Making Mountain Bikes Your Life – Ali Jamieson
August 15, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBAli Jamieson is the man behind the Trans-Savoie and Enduro2, however, despite living what, for many of us would look like the dream, life hasn’t all been plain sailing for Ali. As he prepares to launch an awesome new event, the New Zealand MTB Rally, Ali joins me to chat about his journey from full-time engineer to full time mountain bike guide and event organiser. Along the way, Ali has been diagnosed as bi-polar, taken on the French Government over their guiding laws, been bankrupt, and muc...
How to Achieve High Performance on a Bike and in Life – Ciaran King
August 08, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBWe’ve heard from sports psychologists and professional coaches before on the podcast and there is a lot to learn from them. Ciaran King however, has taken a slightly different approach to optimising performance, by following a more business style approach with his high performance coaching. In this episode we talk about the work that Ciaran has done with me, to help me improve my own riding and life in general. Ciaran shares lots of actionable tips to help everyone be more confident, happy, f...
Fort William World Champs 2023 – Post-Race Show
August 05, 2023 20:16 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBWorld Champs in Fort William delivered us some incredible racing. A lovingly updated track increased the pace and the riders rose to the challenge with some amazing performances. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Fort William World Champs post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup and EWS racing. No matter where or how you ride, Maxxis has the tyre...
Can I Complete the Hardest Mountain Bike Race in the World?
August 01, 2023 02:33 - 2 hours - 120 MBThanks to Santa Cruz Bicycles, I took part in this year's Stone King Rally. If you’ve been listening to our Downtime Goes Downhill series then you’ll know that Stone King didn’t quite go to plan and in this episode you can hear all about it. I’m joined by enduro racer Katy Winton, to quiz me on what went on. This is the deepest that I’ve ever dug physically and an insane rollercoaster of a week on a bike in incredible places with amazing people. I've also got some short interviews at the end ...
Fort William World Champs 2023 – Pre-Race Show
July 30, 2023 02:33 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBWorld Champs is here and I’m sitting down with Chris Kilmurray to find out about the changes to the Fort William track, the new World Champs schedule, the differences in rider support at this event and much more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Fort William World Champs pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. Supported By Maxxis Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the winningest brand in the history of World Cup and EWS racing. No matter where or how you ride,...
Downtime Goes Downhill (Racing) – Episode Five – Medals
July 27, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBWelcome to Downtime Goes Downhill, a podcast mini-series that’s going to take you with us as we have a go at racing downhill at both a regional and national level. Chris, Jonathan and Ben are three different riders, with different abilities, strengths, weaknesses, goals and fears. We’ll share our preparation, training and setup, along with our different approaches to getting faster and our progress. You’ll hear all about our experiences at the races, good and bad. We’ll also be bringing in s...
The World of Gravity eBikes – Moritz Ströer From Canyon
July 25, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBI’m joined by Canyon's mountain bike engineering team manager, Moritz Ströer, to chat all things gravity eBikes. Hear Moritz’s thoughts on why eBikes weren’t initially great for gravity based riding. We talk about how eBikes have evolved and what has enabled them to become such a great tool for getting your gravity fix. Find out how and why the kinematics differ from regular bikes and why the kinematic on an eBike can actually be better. We chat about the future of eBike racing, Moritz shares...