ALN – Losing Faith in the Process and How To Fix It
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by Downtime MTB
4d ago
Today we’re joined by Canadian enduro star Andreane Lanthier Nadeau, also known as ALN. Since we last had ALN on the show, a lot has changed, and it hasn’t all been smooth sailing. We’ll dive into some of ALN’s experiences, from having victories slip through her fingers to losing faith in the process and herself. Hear how she made the bold move away from a factory team to build something new, bringing a fresh and more positive energy with her. ALN’s journey shows that change can be incredibly positive, even during tough times. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with ..read more
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Sven Martin – The Changing Face of Mountain Bike Racing
Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast
by Downtime MTB
1w ago
Today we’re joined by the biggest name in mountain bike photography, Sven Martin. Sven shares his thoughts on what makes a good mountain bike photo as well as giving us the story behind some of his favourite shots. Hear Sven’s take on the changing face of enduro and downhill racing and his thoughts on wether video is taking over from photography on the hill. Sven lives and breathes this sport, so you know he’s going to have some well thought out points of view and plenty of great stories. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Sven Martin. You can also watch this e ..read more
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Jesse Melamed – Staying at the Sharp End of World Enduro
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by Downtime MTB
2w ago
Today we’re joined by Enduro star, Jesse Melamed. After winning the overall in 2022, Jesse made a big move from Rocky Mountain to Canyon, so we sat down to see how it’s going. Hear how Jesse has chosen and setup his bike for the season. We discuss some of the changes he’s made over the past year and the influence that Fabien Barel has had on that. Hear Jesse talk about what it takes to win an EDR these days, along with discussing the state of the sport, the impact of eBike racing and find out if we’ll see Jesse racing downhill any time soon. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to th ..read more
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Les Gets 2024 – Post-Race Show
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by Downtime MTB
2w ago
Round 5 is done and the summer break is upon us, but Les Gets did it’s best to challenge the riders with an incredible track and some unseasonal conditions. Join me, Neko and Olly as we delve into the details of what went on and analyse some of the stand out performances of the weekend. As always, Les Gets delivered incredible racing but with some big schedule changes and there’s heaps to talk about. 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 Tyres Maxxis is synonymous with performance and racing and is the ..read more
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The Art of the Possible – With Ben Hildred
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by Downtime MTB
3w ago
Today I have the pleasure of speaking with the one and only Ben Hildred. Ben’s double Everest challenge quickly became one of my favourite riding videos of the past year, so I couldn’t resist catching up with him to dive into the details. We’ll also discuss his recent and even more challenging Olympus Mons ride reboot. Together, we explore the psychology behind these monumental rides, delving into what drives Ben and how he achieves such remarkable feats. This conversation offers a captivating glimpse into the limits of human endurance and the power of a solid process. Personally, I find it im ..read more
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Les Get 2024 – Pre-Race Show
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by Downtime MTB
3w ago
Alright, round 5 is upon us and this time we’re in the French alpine resort of Les Gets. We talk about how the season is developing, the changes to the track, the potential for aero and electronic gains and plenty more. Les Gets is no doubt going to provide some amazing racing. 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 for you with a wide rang ..read more
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Cy Turner on Steel DH Bikes, Industry Challenges and More
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by Downtime MTB
1M ago
Today I’m joined by Cotic’s main man, Cy Turner. Cy has been heavily involved in the steel part of the Frameworks downhill bike project with Neko, so of course we kick off chatting downhill bikes. Then Cy shares an open and honest take on what it’s been like to run a bike brand over the last few years. We also chat about the shift towards eBikes and get his take on that as well as finding out why he’s loving short travel bikes right now. As always, a super interesting chat with someone who thinks a little differently to most and isn’t afraid to head in different directions if he believes in th ..read more
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What’s Happening With World Cup Racing in 2024 and Beyond?
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by Downtime MTB
1M ago
Today I’m joined by Ben and James from Misspent Summers to talk about what’s going on in enduro and downhill world cup racing. Between us, we’ve experienced both disciplines online and on-site this season, so we thought we’d get together to share our thoughts on the coverage and the racing. We also wanted to cover some of the more persistent rumours that are floating around right now about the potential changes to downhill racing in 2025. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Ben and James from Misspent Summers. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here. You ..read more
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Val di Sole 2024 – Post-Race Show
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by Downtime MTB
1M ago
Alright, round four in Val di Sole is in the books and we are over halfway through the season already. Tune in as we find out how the Black Snake evolved over a wet and wild week and what went down come finals day. The 2024 season keeps on giving and Val di Sole was no exception. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Val di Sole 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 for y ..read more
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Val di Sole 2024 – Pre-Race Show
Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast
by Downtime MTB
1M ago
Alright, we’re back to back and heading to Val di Sole this weekend for one of the most demanding tracks on the circuit. How will riders ensure they are recovered and ready to go, what does this year’s version of the track have in store for us and are we entering a new era of dominance. We cover all that and more. So sit back, hit play and listen to this Val di Sole 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, Maxxi ..read more
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