Ridin' The Line

In the final episode of 2025, we sit down with Tony Mueckl, Brand Development Manager at Specialized, for one of our most wide ranging and honest conversations yet. Tony shares his unconventional path into the bike industry, from fixing cars and riding fixed gears in Buffalo to becoming a key voice for one of the biggest brands in cycling. We dive deep into how the industry has changed post COVID,...

In this episode of Ridin’ The Line , Cason Smith and Ross Monckton close out the year with a classic solo-crew episode—trail talk, bike nerdery, and a couple well-earned rants included. Ross breaks down his first rides at Carters Lake (plus some leaf-blower trail stewardship), then dives into a surprise “Christmas elf” hookup: a Specialized Turbo Levo loaner and first impressions on modern e-bike...

In this episode of the Ridin’ The Line Podcast , hosts Ross Monckton and Cason Smith sit down with Justin Martin (@jmart_bikes) — a lifelong two-wheel athlete with roots in both motocross and mountain biking. Justin shares his story of growing up inside his family’s Texas motorcycle dealership, climbing through the amateur moto ranks, breaking bones, chasing Loretta’s, and eventually reinventing h...

In this episode of Ridin' the Line Podcast, hosts Cason Smith and Ross Monckton welcome Ethan Quehl, who shares his journey through the world of dirt biking and mountain biking. The conversation explores Ethan's experiences in the woods, his transition from mountain biking to dirt biking, and the challenges of mastering riding techniques. They delve into the vibrant community of vintage ra...

In this episode of Ridin’ The Line, Cason and Ross sit down with one of the raddest father–son duos in mountain biking: Ridwan and Rowan Ahmed, better known as @twowheeledrovers. From building features in their front yard in East Atlanta, to moving across the continent and riding Whistler multiple days a week, to racing the Monster Energy DH series, this family’s journey is unreal. We cover: Rowan...

In this episode, Ross and Cason dive into everything from moto adventures and surprise run-ins with hunters to building confidence on the bike, overcoming the seasonal slump, and scouting the best places to live for quick trail access. The guys break down technique progression, dirt jumper sessions, winter riding motivation, and why surrounding yourself with the right riding crew matters more than...

In this episode of Ridin’ The Line , Cason Smith and Ross Monckton sit down with Will Zierden — head trail builder at Jarrod’s Place Bike Park, longtime friend of the crew, and a certified jack-of-all-trades. From digging the earliest lines in Cartersville to leading one of the Southeast’s premier trail crews, Will walks us through the real story behind building a world-class bike park from the gr...

In this episode of Ridin' the Line, hosts Ross and Cason are joined by Harrison, who heads up Gravity Carolinas, a race series focused on supporting amateur mountain bikers. Harrison shares his journey from working in a motorcycle dealership to creating a successful race series that caters to amateur athletes. The conversation explores the importance of safety in racing, the challenges of secu...

Hosts Cason Smith and Ross Monckton sit down with Josh Hennessey and DJ Carder from Blue Mountain Bikes to talk about their grand opening, trail diversity, and the strength of the Southeast cycling community. They discuss Cam Zink’s support, community growth, and the future of riding experiences and trail connectivity. Blue Mountain Bikes: bluemountainbikes.com | Instagram | Facebook

In this episode of Ridin' The Line, hosts Ross and Cason dive into the inception of their podcast, sharing their passion for action sports and the joy of conversation. They discuss their recent experiences in car racing, including an endurance race at Atlanta Motorsports Park, and reflect on their weekend adventures, including a disappointing festival and exciting e-bike rides. The conversation fl...