April 6, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
More. Of. Matt's. Road. Bike. Ugh.. What lube should you run in your I9 hubs? Derailleur cable, bars, and more. Plus they geek out on some bike numbers based around a discussion started by the Niner RKT. Andrea's bike fit rant.
A huge thanks to all previous show supporters! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
Questions answered by the crew in this episode:
– Kyle Mandler has some issues with his rebound and compression damping on my Pike RCT3
– Gerhard asks if he only has money for either bike fit or a skills clinic, what should he do
If you have any comments or questions for the Just Riding Along show, email to jra@mountainbikeradio.com
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SHIT WE PROBABLY HATE
Sneak peeks that aren't sneak peeks
If you come across anything that you think is really good or really bad, let us know. Email it to jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
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April 2, 2016
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
More. JRA. Questions, answers, Kenny-isms, and stories of random bike stuff. Kenny shares a story about a weekend project - a lithium battery conversion to an electric trials motorcycle. Plus, how do you know if you need high mount or low mount side swing front derailleur?
A huge thanks to all of this week's show supporters! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
- Noah Hawk from Maryland gave $25
- Kyle Mandler from West Virginia gave $10
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
Questions answered by the crew in this episode:
– Justin from the internet wants a new road bike
– Travis from Minnesota is a little confused on what bike he can and should get
– Joe from Northern Minnesota asks about mountain bike shoes - Sidis, Mavics
If you have any comments or questions for the Just Riding Along show, email to jra@mountainbikeradio.com
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April 2, 2016
The Last Aid Station Show Page
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This is another special edition of The Last Aid Station. Mark brings you the most in-depth Absa Cape Epic coverage you’ll hear anywhere. Listen in as he rolls through the action and results of this year’s 2016 Absa Cape Epic in South Africa.
About the Absa Cape Epic – from the website: “The Absa Cape Epic must be completed by both members of a two-person team. The route changes every year, leading aspiring amateur and professional mountain bikers from around the world through roughly 800km of unspoilt scenery and 15 000m of accumulated climbing, over some of the most magnificent mountain passes in South Africa.
The Absa Cape Epic is the most televised mountain bike stage race in the world and the only eight-day mountain bike stage race classed as hors catégorie by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). This official UCI status makes it a highlight on the professional racer’s calendar. The Absa Cape Epic also attracts aspiring amateur riders wanting to test themselves against the best. It is a full-service race, meaning that everything is taken care of from the start – all riders need to think about is riding.”
If you are a race director or racer who would like to hear your race report on an episode of The Last Aid Station, please contact Mark at Mark@Mountainbikeradio.com. If you have any questions or feedback for Steve, please email him at Steve@Mountainbikeradio.com.
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March 31, 2016
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Leah Gruhn joins Andrea to discuss her recent successful first attempt at the Iditarod Trail Invitational. Leah breaks down her 350-mile fatbike trek from Knik Lake to McGrath, Alaska. It’s a great listen because Leah’s passion and excitement for the ITI and riding in general definitely comes through. Leah had a busy 2015-16 winter as she completed the Tuscobia Ultra, the Arrowhead 135, the Actif Epica, and the Iditarod Trail Invitational.
The Iditarod Trail Invitational is the world’s longest winter ultra marathon by fat bike, foot and ski, and follows the historic Iditarod Trail from Knik, Alaska over the Alaska Range to McGrath (350-mile) and to Nome (1000-mile) in late February every year one week before the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. The shorter 350-mile race finishes in the interior village of McGrath on the Kuskokwim River and the 1000-mile race finishes in Nome.
If you have any ideas for future guests or episodes, please contact us atinfo@mountainbikeradio.com.
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ABOUT LEAH (from the Salsa Cycles website): “Leah Gruhn grew up in Rhode Island and developed a love of wilderness adventure in the far north as a teenager on summer canoe trips in northern Minnesota and the Canadian Arctic. After moving to Duluth, Minnesota, she became an avid cross-country skier and winter camper, and later competed in northern Minnesota’s Arrowhead 135 on cross-country skis. The following year, Leah raced the Arrowhead on fatbike and quickly got hooked on long fatbike races. In total she has competed in six Arrowhead 135s, the ITI, Tuscobia Ultra, and Actif Epica.”
Leah’s guest blog post on the Salsa Cycles website – Part 1
Leah’s guest blog post on the Salsa Cycles website – Part 2
Leah’s guest blog post on the Salsa Cycles website – Part 3
Andrea’s Blog – Andrea Rides a Bike
Andrea on Instagram (@andrearidesabike)
March 28, 2016
The Last Aid Station Show Page
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Steve does a special episode of The Last Aid Station. In this episode, he interviews Jorden Wakeley. Jorden is one of the top mountain bike racers in the Midwest and has been taking podiums and wins in several disciplines, including cross-country, endurance, and fatbiking. He recently won the 906 Polar Roll in Marquette, Michigan in February and now he’s doing a vacation/mini training camp done in Arizona.
Steve and Jorden discuss several topics including some of Jorden’s favorite races, toughest race, favorite bike, and his training and racing. Listen in and get some good thoughts from one of the top mountain bikers out there.
If you are a race director or racer who would like to hear your race report on an episode of The Last Aid Station, please contact Mark at Mark@Mountainbikeradio.com. If you have any questions or feedback for Steve, please email him atSteve@Mountainbikeradio.com.
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March 27, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Nathan, Tani, and Auk get geeky on a lot of different bike topics. Bikes, geometry, listener questions - long travel, medium travel, long stems, and more. If you've been thinking about getting on a new bike in the all mountain/enduro/longer travel categories, this is an especially good listen.
What do you carry in your packs or do you even carry a pack? Let the guys know.
The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject "Podcast Question" to sales@thepathbikeshop.com.
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
The guys answer some listener questions:
- Daniel is considering a Santa Cruz 5010 or Bronson
- Randy was inspired to buy a Kona Process 111 and his Lynskey XC bike doesn't feel good
- James is wondering about spacers that reduce air volume in suspension
If you have any questions, comments, or want to just drop the guys a note, you can contact them by sending them an email with the subject "Podcast Question" to sales@thepathbikeshop.com.
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March 26, 2016
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Kelli has created a new resource for athletes based on essential oils, called The Well-Oiled Athlete. After many months of using, testing, researching, and working with athletes and essential oils, she is excited to share knowledge and experience with you!
If you have been around Apex Nutrition & Fuel Right Blog, you know that Kellis is all about whole-body health AND optimal performance and recovery for athletes. In addition, whole-life healthfulness and nourishment is vitally important to her; from what goes in us to what goes on us to what’s in our personal environments.
Listen in to her what Kelli is up to and how she can help you.
If you value what you are hearing on The Apex Nutrition Podcast, please consider improving your nutrition by buying one of Kelli’s plans through our Apex Nutrition Link.
We encourage listeners to get involved by sharing your experiences, show ideas, questions and comments. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, please contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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Kelli's videos explaining The Well-Oiled Athlete:
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March 24, 2016
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Andrea and Matt share a rant about bike shops and customers who are angry. They then answer a lot of listener questions - what type of lube for hubs, what gearing options for Pisgah,
A huge thanks to all of this week's show supporters! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
- Anthony Sellitti from Florida gave $25
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
Questions answered by the crew in this episode:
– Kyle from West Virginia asks about Dumonde Tech oil in I9 hubs
– Joe from Indiana has been listening to JRA's words of wisdom
– Anthony from Florida asks about gearing on his 1x setup
– Eric from the Internet asks about shoes - what's the difference in price ranges and he has wide feet
– Bud follows up on some previous questions
– Brady from Wisconsin is wondering how to get his friend on gravel roads
– Nathan is asking about a Fuel EX
– Stephen from Colorado needs advice on 1x setups
If you have any comments or questions for the Just Riding Along show, email to jra@mountainbikeradio.com
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[cherry_icon icon="icon: fa fa-thumbs-o-down" size="35" align="none" color="#000000"] Spending a lot of money on 1x setups when you probably should just spend it on a 2x setup.
If you come across anything new in the news that you think is worthy of being really good or really bad, let us know. Email it to jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
Thanks, the JRA Team
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March 20, 2016
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Jeff, Jake, and Ryan talk with Matt Gunnell, the director of the NICA SoCal League, at the Shimano Headquarters in Irvine, California. This is an on-site interview after a fundraiser for the SoCal League put on by Non Dot Adventures.
If you have any ideas for future guests or episodes, please contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
If you have any ideas, questions, or comments for The Youth Movement, contact us at the theyouthmovement@outlook.com.
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March 19, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Jeff, Jake, and Ryan are back with some changes, updates, and a new plan for The Youth Movement. Have a listen to what they're up to and get involved. We encourage you to get involved. Plus, you can get highlighted by The Youth Movement!
If you have any ideas for future guests or episodes for Mountain Bike Radio, please contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com. If you have any ideas, questions, or comments for The Youth Movement, contact us at the theyouthmovement@outlook.com.
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March 17, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
This is the shortest episode in the history of Just Riding Along. Get your regular dose of bike talk and information in just a microdose.
A huge thanks to all of this week's show supporters! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
- Craig Inada from California gave $10
- Kevin Kopplin from Minnesota gave $25
- Dean Jensen from Minnesota gave $25
- Geoff Foster from Ontario gave $10
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
Questions answered by the crew in this episode:
– Geoff from probably West Virginia is in a wheelset conundrum
If you have any comments or questions for the Just Riding Along show, email to jra@mountainbikeradio.com
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SHIT WE PROBABLY HATE
- New frames that aren’t new frames
If you come across anything new in the news that you think is worthy of being really good or really bad, let us know. Email it to jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
Thanks, the JRA Team
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March 13, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Travis Brown joins the show to discuss a variety of topics, including his entrance into the pro ranks of mountain biking, working his way up to and competing in the 2000 Sydney Olympics, and his thoughts on the current Sustainable Trail Coalition and IMBA discussion. He also shares some insight into his development role at Trek and gets geeky on bikes.
Travis was inducted into the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame in 2006 and continues to be an integral part of the cycling industry through his product development and testing, advocacy, and being a very competitive racer at several distances. He’s also a husband and a father.
If you have any ideas for future guests or episodes, please contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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March 13, 2016
The Path Podcast Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Nathan, Tani, and Auk talk turkeys. No, seriously…turkeys. They share information about what they carry with them on rides and stories about about times when they carried odd items. Plus…find out what “mountain money” is.
What do you carry in your packs or do you even carry a pack? Let the guys know.
The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject “Podcast Question” to sales@thepathbikeshop.com.
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March 13, 2016
The Last Aid Station Show Page
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Mark and Steve bring you more of the good stuff. They get you up to date on some recent news and then bring you some reports from the end of the fatbike season and the start of the dirt season, including reports on the Fatbike Frozen Forty, 906 Polar Roll, Monster Cross, 24 Hour Worlds, 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo, and more.
If you are a race director or racer who would like to hear your race report on an episode of The Last Aid Station, please contact Mark at Mark@Mountainbikeradio.com. If you have any questions or feedback for Steve, please email him at Steve@Mountainbikeradio.com.
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March 11, 2016
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
“Why do people say “grow some balls”? Balls are weak and sensitive. If you wanna be tough, grow a vagina. Those things can take a pounding.” – Betty White. This episode is a usual mix of rants, listener questions, tangents, and other good stuff. If you don’t listen, you’re doomed to riding crappy bikes and having flat tires.
A huge thanks to this week’s show supporters! If you would like to support the show,CLICK HERE.
– Anthony Bream from Virginia gave $25
– Jake Huffman from California gave $50
– Anton Lindberg from Sweden gave $10
– Fred McGill from Michigan gave $25
– Djame (DJ) Goldston from Idaho gave $25
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
– Simon from Pennsylvania asks about a good bottom bracket
– Jake from California asks for opinions of full-suspension 120-130 mm travel vs a 140-160 mm travel hardtail
– Chris from Maryland is wondering if his Titus Motolite would be ok as a commuter
If you have any comments, feedback, questions, or anything else, send an email to ben@mountainbikeradio.com
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SHIT WE PROBABLY HATE
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March 10, 2016
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Drew is joined by guest, Ashley Korenblat. Ashley wrote a guest editorial on Mtbr.com titled “Say no to the Sustainable Trails Coalition” in December. Ashley is a former IMBA board president and CEO of Western Spirit Cycling Adventures in Moab, Utah. Wilderness access for mountain bikes and the stance of IMBA and the Sustainable Trails Coalition are divisive issues among mountain bikers, and are drawing a lot of attention from riders, local IMBA Chapters, and everyone involved with Wilderness Area access.
If you or someone you know is in charge of trail projects or organizing work days for your group, Drew wants you to email him. Share your projects and when your work days are, and he’ll share that information in future episodes.
If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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Read More about the host, Drew
About Ashley from the Western Spirit Cycling Website:
“Ashley Korenblat bought Western Spirit in 1997 and since then has spent many days riding unknown trails creating the plethora of trips that Western Spirit now offers. Ashley is a graduate of Dartmouth and Tuck Business School, a former bike racer, former wall street captive and possessor of entrepreneurial spirit.
She was president of Merlin during the titanium mountain bike heyday and served as the IMBA President working to sustain trail availability to everyone. Combine all that with the desire for a Moab lifestyle and an alternative view of a fulfilling career path, and you have the perfect recipe for the owner of a cycling tour company.”
March 8, 2016
THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ELEVATED LEGS
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Finally! The second episode of The Link includes some recent news and an interview with Todd Sadow, the man behind Epic Rides, about new updates for this year’s Whiskey Off Road on April 29-May 1 in Prescott, Arizona.
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March 4, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Nathan, Tani, and Auk are in the house for a typically cool episode. They make a mini announcement that they’re going to start giving some things away to their email list and give you some shop episodes before getting into the regular show. They dig back into their personal bike checkup routines and then discuss shock pumps, brake lever angle, Santa Cruz bikes, and then tackle two listener questions.
The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject “Podcast Question” to sales@thepathbikeshop.com.
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
– Andrew with North Carolina asks about low bottom brackets and pedal strikes
– Alan asks if he can put a 150mm fork on his Kona Process 134
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March 3, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Matt runs down his latest creation – a caption contest using Ben as the subject. The crew gets some great listener questions and they spend some time sharing thoughts on which bikes to buy. The episode is what you’ve come to expect – part fun, part informative, part opinion, and all fun.
A huge thanks to this week’s show supporters! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
– Bryan Rooney from Texas gave $60
– Chase Tucker from Texas gave $25
– Curtis Wilburn from Missouri gave $10
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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CAPTION CONTEST
WINNER: @danwofficial – “If you look real closely, you can just see the last fuck I gave way over there”
@soiledchamois – “Just follow the scent of my fingey”
@pivvay – “Look! an ebike”
@amandabatty – “YOU! With the underpants!”
@kennyisi – “Bro, he went that way”
@IdahoClimbing – “By the way, your donut was iced with Ex-Lax. Bathroom is over that ridge”
@thebiglivers – “That som’bitch stole my beer… Get him!!!!!”
@40andhatinit – “The fucking armadillo ran that way! Great show!”
@smallsguitar – “And if you look over there, you’ll see exactly why you should never go full enduro”
@fbstanton – “You my friend are responsible for delaying my rendezvous with star command!”
@joeycrisona – “Look, I’m doin’ an impression of Pit Bull at the Grammy Awards!”
@stephenebaum – “That Dick stole my chicken nuggets!”
@gump2 – “Go north”
@gixxerflier – “Hey look! (Hope they didn’t notice I’m groping myself through my stealthy pocketless trousers)”
@davidjakeson – “[Wisconsin Accent] don’t go over there, there’s a bear don’t ya know [/Wisconsin Accent]”
Adammurphree – “I hear 5 McNuggets can I get 6, 6, got 5 looking for 6 McNuggets foe this Lauf fork, 5 nuggets looking for 6”
@hauntedbyvoices – “Right there. The one in the stroller. the little fucker just flipped me off”
@tehshawn – “The fart originated over there. You can see it hanging in the lower atmosphere”
@brickhousemtb – “YOU get a new fat bike, YOU get a new fat bike, EVERY BODY GETS A NEWWWW FAT BIKE!”
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
– Curtis from Missouri wants to replace his 1999 Schwinn Moab with a 2015 Kona Kahuna Deluxe or a 2015 Cannondale Trail
– Bryan from Texas is looking for a new 29er is considering Specialized, Rocky Mountain, Trek, and Pivot
– Nick K is happy that they pronounced his name correctly
– Djame G from Idaho sends Kenny some fan mail and thanks him for convincing him to get a full face helmet
If you have any comments, feedback, questions, or anything else, send an email to ben@mountainbikeradio.com
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March 1, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Andrea shares her results results of her first jiu jitsu tournament, Kenny talks about his weekend in Arkansas, Matt talks BMX to get to SRAM eTap, and they get into the usual listener questions, discussion, and more. Wondering about bottom bracket conversions, racing at altitude in Leadville, and thoughts on mid-fat wheels and new bikes? This is your episode (as usual).
A huge thanks to this week's show supporters! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
– Bud Ward from California gave $10
– Robert Haynes from Washington gave $25
– Chris Lau from Virginia gave $25
– Randy "DrDirt" Simonson from Illinois gave $50
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
Questions answered by the crew in this episode:
– Joel from Michigan asks about pressfit conversions that work with a Shimano SLX crankset
– Kelly from somewhere in fatbike country asks for good options for 27.5+ rims, hubs, and wheels
– Michael from Ohio was signed up to do the Leadville Silver Rush by his wife and is nervous on what to do
– Bud from California (who has emailed before) has been checking out many bikes, including Santa Cruz bikes
If you have any comments, feedback, questions, or anything else, send an email to ben@mountainbikeradio.com
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February 28, 2016
John and Kyle have been busy with life, but their passion for music and bikes never fades. They give you some of the latest news, catch up on their latest racing exploits, and share their love of all things music.
In the regular show segment, the guys catch up on the following news:
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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RACES
TOP 5 UNDERRATED/UNHEARD BANDS:
BURST: Website, Facebook, Wikipedia
SUICIDE NOTE: Website
INTRO AND BUMPER MUSIC:
‘Out Of Step’ By Minor Threat
‘Every Hour Wounds,The Last One Kills’ By Achilles
‘Iris’ By BURST
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February 24, 2016
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Steve Domahidy, the mastermind of Domahidy Designs, gave Matt and Andrea an exclusive peak at his new Domahidy All-Mountain Pinion Hardtail. It’s a good listen because it’s a unique look behind the scenes of a new product from a small bike manufacturer and you get to hear straight from the man behind it all. Listen in as they chat about several details about the bike, how it rides, what to expect from it, how and when to order and much more.
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ABOUT DOMAHIDY ALL-MOUNTAIN PINION HARDTAIL
Domahidy Designs has been teasing pictures and information of their latest model for over two months now, and although speculation about the final product has been relatively close, the full reveal didn’t come until today, when the start-up from industry veteran Steve Domahidy let loose the details of their newest creation for his eponymous brand.
The new bike, the name of which is simply the description of the bike, is the Domahidy Designs Titanium All-Mountain Pinion Hardtail. “We lovingly refer to this bike as the ‘play bike’,” says company founder Steve Domahidy, “It is the ultimate go anywhere hardtail.” The frame is made from triple butted 3/2.5 titanium and is designed around a 120-140mm front fork. The rear triangle is boost 148 spacing with room for meaty 27.5+ 3” tires. The real treat of this bike is where the bottom bracket would otherwise be. The Domahidy Designs is configured to receive a Pinion gearbox, and in the case of the All Mountain Pinion Hardtail, it comes with a P1.12, Pinion’s twelve-speed system.
Driving the rear wheel are two Gates cogs and a Gates belt drive. “With the Pinion gearbox and the Gates belt, this bike is virtually maintenance free,” says Domahidy. “Our new motto is #riderinseandrepeat.” According to the Pinion web site, maintenance on the box only requires an oil change once every 10,000km (or 6,200 miles) using their special synthetic oil.
With the belt, no lube is required so the drivetrain remains clean and quite for much longer than any typical derailleur system. The gearbox does come with a weight penalty, about a pound and three quarters more than a SRAM XX1 1×11 drivetrain, but the lack of maintenance, no derailleur or external gears, and the central and low location of the weight means the bike’s go anywhere, shift anytime ability takes this play bike into epic new territory. “We’re not saying the derailleur is dead,” Domahidy says with a smirk on his face, “but this box is a game changer.”
The Domahidy Designs Titanium All-Mountain Pinion Hardtail will retail for $4995 which will include the frame, Pinion gearbox, and Gates belt drive system. For the launch of the new All-Mountain Hardtail, Domahidy Designs is offering a pre-order special. Between now and March 31, if you’re willing to let go of $5k until the mid-summer delivery date, Domahidy Designs will give you a free set of Industry 9 wheels, either their new Back Country 27.5+ wheels OR their new 29” Trail wheels, depending on how you want to set your bike up.
The front can be ordered with either standard 100mm spacing or Boost 110 and spoke and hub color can be made to order. “We considered going back to our Kickstarter community for this project, but Kickstarter takes 10% of everything you raise, so we decided instead to put that 10% back in the pre-order special and offer something better to the customer,” Domahidy explains, “This way, the customer gets an amazing set of wheels, worth roughly $1000, to match up to their new All-Mountain hardtail.”
You can preorder here: http://shop.domahidydesigns.com/domahidy-designs-titanium-275and-all-mountain-pinion-hardtail/dp/76
As with all Domahidy Designs MTB’s, the All-Mountain also comes with a one year IMBA membership and free IMBA socks, continuing on the Domahidy Designs giveback program and included in the Pre-Order special.
About Domahidy Designs:
Domahidy Designs is a new boutique bicycle company with only one mission: to make incredibly fun bikes to ride! At Domahidy Designs, the design means everything. These are production bikes, but the quality is every bit custom. Attention to detail is evident on every square inch of a Domahidy Designs frame, otherwise, Steve’s name wouldn’t go on it.
February 23, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Nathan, Tani, and Auk are back together and bring you a large episode. They open the episode up with some basics on lubing your chain, what they use, and why. The guys then tackle some listener questions, which includes an entire rundown of geometry details and the effects of changes with different measurements. It’s a great change of pace from the last episode – this episode is packed full of geeky bike talk.
The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject “Podcast Question” to sales@thepathbikeshop.com.
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– A listener asks if his new Trek Top Fuel will be enough bike for him going forward.
– Greg asks what the guys think of oval chainrings.
– A listener asks about sizing bikes – xc/enduro/downhill.
– Peter needs help with bike/frame geometry and an explanation of the cause and effect of changes.
– Eric is wondering about the bucking effect and informs the guys that the spires in Sedona are called hoodoos.
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February 21, 2016
ABOUT THE EPISODE
This is a special episode of Just Riding Along. Matt spent a long weekend (100+ hours) being the assistant race director for Ben’s Frozen Events weekend near Minneapolis, Minnesota. This becomes a pro-Ben discussion about the weekend. *Note: Hi, this is Ben – I just want to note that I didn’t make Matt say any of this and it’s interesting to get a perspective about yourself from someone else. I learned plenty about my own strengths and weaknesses as well.
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February 21, 2016
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The JRA Shitshow is in town. Ebikes, squirrel anger, and listener questions. The usual show – get your shenanigans and bike info and opinions right here. Plus, what the hell is the Brittany video below all about?
A huge thanks to all show supporters this week! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
– Marco Frissen from the Netherlands gave $25
– Nick Kremydas from South Carolina gave $25
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LISTENER QUESTIONS
Questions answered by the crew in this episode:
– Chris from Virginia asks about dampers and air springs
– Nick from South Carolina asks for the plushest bike out there
– Carey from Tennessee sends a note about her SRAM Guide brakes
If you have any comments, feedback, questions, or anything else, send an email to ben@mountainbikeradio.com
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