Insider MTB (iMTB)

In this episode, hosts Austin White and Spencer Rathkamp discuss various topics related to mountain biking, including upcoming events, UCI regulations, and the latest technology from Fox Factory. They are joined by Jordi Cortes, the global race department manager at Fox, who shares insights on the Neo shock technology and its implications for mountain biking. The conversation also touches on the c...

In this episode, Austin White and Spencer Rathkamp are joined by Sean Estes, the senior product marketing manager at Fox. They discuss various topics, including their experiences at Sea Otter, Sean's home renovation projects, the cost of mountain bikes compared to dirt bikes, and the rise of Keegan Swenson in the endurance racing scene. They also touch on the Lifetime Series and the advantages of...

In this episode, Austin White and Spencer Rathkamp are joined by Sean Estes, the senior product marketing manager at Fox. They discuss various topics, including their experiences at Sea Otter, Sean's home renovation projects, the cost of mountain bikes compared to dirt bikes, and the rise of Keegan Swenson in the endurance racing scene. They also touch on the Lifetime Series and the advantages of...

In this conversation, Austin White and Spencer Rathkamp interview Rae Morrison, an experienced mountain bike racer. They discuss various topics, including Rae's experience at Sea Otter, her retirement plans, and her new role as a riding coach for the Liv Racing XC team. Ray shares insights into her racing career, her decision to retire, and her recent success in races. She also talks about the cha...

In this conversation, Austin White and Spencer Rathkamp interview Rae Morrison, an experienced mountain bike racer. They discuss various topics, including Rae's experience at Sea Otter, her retirement plans, and her new role as a riding coach for the Liv Racing XC team. Ray shares insights into her racing career, her decision to retire, and her recent success in races. She also talks about the cha...

In this conversation, Austin and Spencer discuss various topics including cross country racing, technical trails, Nino Schurter's skills, and the Downieville race. They also touch on the controversy surrounding e-bikes and the use of TrainerRoad for training. Jonathan Lee, a guest from TrainerRoad, joins the conversation and talks about the company's approach to marketing and their support for ath...

In this conversation, Austin and Spencer discuss various topics including cross country racing, technical trails, Nino Schurter's skills, and the Downieville race. They also touch on the controversy surrounding e-bikes and the use of TrainerRoad for training. Jonathan Lee, a guest from TrainerRoad, joins the conversation and talks about the company's approach to marketing and their support for ath...

In this conversation, Austin White and Spencer Rathkamp discuss various topics including their recent experiences, upcoming races, and the state of the mountain bike industry. They also talk about the Red Bull Hardline event and the dangerous jump that was eventually removed. Tobin Ortenblad joins the conversation and shares his experience as a world champion in single-speed cyclocross. They also...

In this conversation, Austin White and Spencer Rathkamp discuss various topics including their recent experiences, upcoming races, and the state of the mountain bike industry. They also talk about the Red Bull Hardline event and the dangerous jump that was eventually removed. Tobin Ortenblad joins the conversation and shares his experience as a world champion in single-speed cyclocross. They also...

In this conversation, Austin White and Jay Pleet discuss their recent adventures and experiences at racing events. They talk about the challenges they faced, including technical difficulties, travel mishaps, and extreme weather conditions. They also introduce their guest, Rochelle, who shares her experience racing in the women's e-bike class and the pro women's class. They discuss the decision to...

In this conversation, Austin White and Jay Pleet discuss their recent adventures and experiences at racing events. They talk about the challenges they faced, including technical difficulties, travel mishaps, and extreme weather conditions. They also introduce their guest, Rochelle, who shares her experience racing in the women's e-bike class and the pro women's class. They discuss the decision to...

Round 1 of the Big Mountain Enduro kicked off over the weekend with the largest Enduro purse ever. We have both winners of the Men's and Women's classes on the pod to talk about how the weekend went, along with Rob from BME to talk about the event and Windrock coming up this weekend. World Cup kicked off this weekend for the downhill crew; grab some insight and thoughts.

Round 1 of the Big Mountain Enduro kicked off over the weekend with the largest Enduro purse ever. We have both winners of the Men's and Women's classes on the pod to talk about how the weekend went, along with Rob from BME to talk about the event and Windrock coming up this weekend. World Cup kicked off this weekend for the downhill crew; grab some insight and thoughts.

In this conversation, Austin, Ty, and Spencer discuss the recent World Cup and Olympic points standings in mountain biking. They analyze the performance of American riders, including Christopher Blevins and Riley Amos, and the potential impact on their chances of qualifying for the Olympics. They also touch on the complexity of the Olympic qualification process and the importance of team tactics....

In this conversation, Austin, Ty, and Spencer discuss the recent World Cup and Olympic points standings in mountain biking. They analyze the performance of American riders, including Christopher Blevins and Riley Amos, and the potential impact on their chances of qualifying for the Olympics. They also touch on the complexity of the Olympic qualification process and the importance of team tactics....

Overall, this episode of the Insider MTB podcast delves into various aspects of the mountain biking world, focusing on the US Cup, the challenges and future of XC racing, the importance of personalities and social aspects in the sport, as well as discussions on various racing paths taken by athletes, financial realities of being an Olympic athlete, and the impact of spectator experience on the ind...

Overall, this episode of the Insider MTB podcast delves into various aspects of the mountain biking world, focusing on the US Cup, the challenges and future of XC racing, the importance of personalities and social aspects in the sport, as well as discussions on various racing paths taken by athletes, financial realities of being an Olympic athlete, and the impact of spectator experience on the ind...

In this episode, the hosts and guest talk about their experiences at the Sedona MTB Fest and discuss the changing landscape of the bike industry. They also share their thoughts on Fizzari changing its name to Ari. The guest, Sebastian (Normal Mountain Biker), introduces himself and talks about his background in California, childhood adventures, bike origins, discovering mountain biking at Whistler...

In this episode, the hosts and guest talk about their experiences at the Sedona MTB Fest and discuss the changing landscape of the bike industry. They also share their thoughts on Fizzari changing its name to Ari. The guest, Sebastian (Normal Mountain Biker), introduces himself and talks about his background in California, childhood adventures, bike origins, discovering mountain biking at Whistler...

In this episode, the hosts introduce the podcast and discuss its logistics. They also talk about the schedule for future episodes. The conversation then shifts to topics such as Peter Sagan's heart surgery and the Red Bull Hardline event. The episode concludes with an introduction of guest Braden Bringhurst and a discussion about his 8,600 feet ride. In this part of the conversation, Braydon discu...

In this episode, the hosts introduce the podcast and discuss its logistics. They also talk about the schedule for future episodes. The conversation then shifts to topics such as Peter Sagan's heart surgery and the Red Bull Hardline event. The episode concludes with an introduction of guest Braden Bringhurst and a discussion about his 8,600 feet ride. In this part of the conversation, Braydon discu...

In this episode, the hosts introduce Bella Naughton, a professional mountain biker, and discuss various topics related to the mountain biking world. They start by discussing the UCI Snow Bike World Championships and Bella's interest in participating. They then move on to talk about Bella's new team, KHS Pro Mountain Bike Team, and her plans for the upcoming season. The conversation also touches on...

In this episode, the hosts introduce Bella Naughton, a professional mountain biker, and discuss various topics related to the mountain biking world. They start by discussing the UCI Snow Bike World Championships and Bella's interest in participating. They then move on to talk about Bella's new team, KHS Pro Mountain Bike Team, and her plans for the upcoming season. The conversation also touches on...

In this episode of the Insider MTB podcast, the hosts interview Rob from the BME series. They discuss the benefits of youth enduro racing and the introduction of the Big Mountain Downhill series. They also talk about the schedule and racing format, including the increased prize money. The conversation covers rule changes, the new point structure, and the use of permanent number plates for pros. Th...

In this episode of the Insider MTB podcast, the hosts interview Rob from the BME series. They discuss the benefits of youth enduro racing and the introduction of the Big Mountain Downhill series. They also talk about the schedule and racing format, including the increased prize money. The conversation covers rule changes, the new point structure, and the use of permanent number plates for pros. Th...