MTB Podcast

We're back with answers to your questions on how to make cheap brakes better, cornering technique, fast rolling vs. grippy tires, trail bike choices and 13 other questions! We are going to try to make question episodes more frequent, so keep submitting to MTBpodcast.com, and we'll try to answer all! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the onlin...

What happens when a pro mountain biker becomes an event organizer? You get great races, but you also get a very knowledgable perspective on event organization. Steven and I are like most of you in that we don't understand event organization well enough, so we grilled Clint with our questions and came away wiser. Tune in and get smart! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is prese...

Suspension tuning can be extremely complex, and changing your bike from mediocre to stellar can just be a few clicks away. Use this episode as your cheat sheet and get tuning! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the online retailer for serious mountain bikers. Head over to www. MTBpodcast.com/store/ to get your parts, accessories and MTB Podcas...

The Carson City Off-Road reminded how great MTB races can be, but it seems other big races like the Breck Epic and EWS are headed down a different path. Is mountain biking selling out? In other news, Pivot released a new bike, that we're sure is good, but we really have no idea, a lot of Crankworx is going on but it isn't Whistler, and we had a TON of your questions to answer! Tune in, send those...

The Norco Sight and Ibis Mojo HD4 do the same job, but very differently. If you are looking for a trail bike that is eager for laps in the bike park, or a big bike that does an impressive job of impersonating a little bike, these two have you covered. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the online retailer for serious mountain bikers. Head over...

Our bike test podcasts from Sedona Mountain Bike Festival have finally returned with the Kona Process 153 and the Pivot Switchblade. One surprised, while the other served up exactly what we'd expected.

Julien Absalon retires, Richie Rude is back on top, Steven has yet to meet Yolanda Neff, Jonathan is selling bike stuff, and we answered a bunch of questions including how to get your dropper post to not slip, why matchmakers may not be a good idea, and why this "gravel" thing is so popular. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the online retail...

Our first trail documentary episode highlights an unlikely but undeniable mecca for mountain biking, and the upcoming location for the newest Epic Rides event – Bentonville, Arkansas and the Oz Trails Off-Road. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the online retailer for serious mountain bikers. Head over to www. MTBpodcast.com/store/ to get you...

Todd Sadow is as core a mountain biker as they come, and maybe that's why his race series is booming while many others are shrinking. We sat down with the Epic Rides Founder and CEO to figure out why he got into race promotion, what he's doing differently, and how he goes about planning and organizing an event. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cycler...

Sea Otter came and went leaving a whole mess of new bikes, parts and race results in its wake, and we were there to take it all in. Add in a first ride review of the Yeti SB100 and a quick course preview of the Epic Rides Carson City Off-Road and you've got a packed episode of the MTB Podcast! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the online reta...

Jeff Cayley, CEO of Worldwide Cyclery, joins us for a candid discussion on the state of bike shops and how the internet is actually helping mountain bikers, a discussion on the recent rise of high quality forks, and took some time to answer your questions. *Topics Covered in This Episode* - EWS Rd. 2: Manizales - Trek Full Stache - Formula air spring volume spacers - Rockshox Lyrik vs. Fox 36 vs....

Mountain bikers need to do more strength training, but that doesn't just mean getting a gym membership. Derek Teel from Dialed Health dropped in for a deep dive on why and how you should go about strength training for mountain biking.

For our second round of bike reviews, we cover the type of bike that most people should consider. The Santa Cruz Tallboy is a fantastic all around bike that encourages you to play, and the Pivot's plushness is surprising considering its short travel, but both bikes are viable contenders for a specific type of rider.

First in our series of bike tests from Sedona MTB Festival is a compare and contrast between the Cannondale Trigger 2, a mini monster truck with surprisingly snappy feel, and the Diamondback Release 4C, a playful and exciting ride that took us by surprise.

We're back from Sedona MTB Festival and it got us thinking: What MTB events would be on your bucket list? Here's ours, but let us know which ones are on your list! Topics covered in this episode: • Eagle eTap: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/sram-wireless-electronic-drivetrain-stellenbosch-world-cup.html • World Cup XC Round 1 - Stellenbosch, RSA: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/course-preview-stellen...

Sedona MTB Festival is just around the corner, so we got together to cover new product rumors, answer your questions, and share our experiences and advice for your next riding trip.

How to make your Rockshox Pike better, our favorite hydration packs, frame protectant and plenty of other topics in this listener questions special!

Cable routing can be a pain, but following a few simple steps can ensure it's a successful and relatively fuss-free process. Steven and Jonathan dive deep into all things cable routing in Episode 45 of the MTB Podcast. Topics covered in this episode: • Cold weather gear guide • Geoff Kabush signs with Yeti: http://www.yeticycles.com/tribe/ambassadors/geoff-kabush • New YT Capra: https://www.pinkbi...

Jonathan and Steven cover some cool one of a kind bikes from Santa Cruz, answer your questions and go over everything you ever wanted to know about MTB brakes. Topics covered in this episode: • Santa Cruz creates special Hightowers for CA wildfire aid: http://reviews.mtbr.com/santa-cruz-creates-special-hightowers-for-ca-wildfire-damage • 2018 North American Enduro Cup: https://www.pinkbike.com/new...

We're back with a quick run-through of listener questions! Keep'em coming at www. MTBpodcast.com

Bike racks and transporting your bike is a topic that suffers from wrongfully assumed understanding. It seems straightforward, and it is, but small nuances of how and where you rack your bike can make your life easier, save your vehicle and save your bike. Topics Covered In This Episode: • Hope is refunding their bike customers: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/hope-error-in-your-favor-collect-2000.h...

Topics covered in this episode: • Stans S1 Wheelset Pinkbike Review: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/stans-s1-wheelset-review.html • Select CES rounds get EWS qualification points • Are points of engagement really that important? • How to enjoy climbing • What is the best crank length for MTB? • Do long cranks really cause pedal strikes? • What GPS is best for mountain biking? • How to get your part...

This is the most important episode we've put out. Kurt "The Angry Singlespeeder" Gensheimer joins us for an in depth discussion and debate on the controversial topic of bikes in federally designated Wilderness. This is a MASSIVELY important issue for us mountain bikers to be aware of. Please send us your questions and thoughts on the issue, and get involved!

Steven and Jonathan squeaked in a quick episode to answer your questions for boxing day. Enjoy, and get out and shred on those new bikes!

Take a deep dive into all things trail dogs – breeds, gear, training and more. • New Canyon Spectral • IMBA Opposes Wilderness Access For Bikes • How to fix slipping lock-on grips • Best power meters for slim crankset clearance or wide Q-Factor • Are Nickel or Titanium coated chains worth it? • When is it a good idea and a bad idea to bring a dog on a ride • How to know if your dog is a good trail...