November 25, 2015
Dead season? Not at The Last Aid Station! Mark and Steve fill your ears with mountain biking news. They start off the show with news about team changes, then launch into a mini USAC discussion, catch up some housekeeping, and get you some race coverage on two large events, La Ruta and the Iceman Cometh.
Listen in for a detailed report for this year's La Ruta, including information about the climbs, stage results, and in-depth knowledge about how the race unfolded. The guys wrap up the show with discussion about the very popular and season-ending Iceman Cometh in Michigan.
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 or Steve at Steve@Mountainbikeradio.com.
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November 24, 2015
Matt and Andrea go on location at Guerrilla Gravity in Denver, Colorado. They chat with the owners of the fairly new and up-and-coming bicycle manufacturer. Guerrilla Gravity has been working on a new hardtail to complement their other two full suspension offerings. The "Pedalhead" will debut Tuesday, November 24 at Alpine Dog Brewing Company in Denver. Listen in as they discuss the company, the bikes, and the new Pedalhead.
A huge thanks to all show supporters this week! 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 info@mountainbikeradio.com.
About Guerrilla Gravity:
Guerrilla Gravity is a rider-focused mountain bike manufacturing company, doing what we can to make mountain biking more awesome.
Being rider-focused brings us one big step closer to you, the riders. It allows us to work with you one-on-one, ensuring you get the bike that's dialed for you. We provide extensive customization options, from build kits to frame colors, all at a very competitive price point--we're not here to make mountain biking more expensive!
By communicating directly with you, our fellow mountain bikers, you can provide feedback to ensure we make the best bikes and are always supporting and growing the mountain biking community. Increasing trail access, ridership, and knowledge about mountain bikes are some of our primary goals. By riding a Guerrilla Gravity bike, you are helping to build the community.
Our frames are designed, tested, and built in-house here in Denver, Colorado.
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November 23, 2015
Mark brings you an exclusive, preseason interview with the National Ultra Endurance Series director, Ryan O'Dell. Ryan drops a huge announcement for the 2016 NUE Series that will change the entire demographic of racers who will now be participating in the series.
Listen in to hear Ryan's big announcement and a preview of the 2016 series races. He also discusses some potential races and gives you a little glimpse of what's coming down the road. The 2016 NUE Series is shaping up nicely and is poised to make it the best year yet.
If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions for future episodes of The Last Aid Station or are you a race director wanting to get your race mentioned on the air? Please contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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The Being Dad Show is back. In this episode, Ben gives an update of what's going on with the show, then interviews Daniel Byrd, who is the Program Director of Kids on Bikes in Colorado Springs, Colorado. They discuss their current lives as a dad, including the levels of raising their voices and what normal is. Daniel is a father of two young twin boys and shares his stories about what it's like.
ABOUT KIDS ON BIKES:
"Kids on Bikes mission is to inspire and empower all kids to lead healthy, active and happy lives through biking.
The freedom, joy, health and friendship that come from exploring your neighborhood by bike is one many of us cherish. In addition there are tremendous health benefits from riding your bike everyday. We want to make biking possible for kids from all walks of life, regardless of income. We believe that by transforming communities, one neighborhood at a time, we can make an incredible impact in the lives of children. Our top three priorities that will allow all children to own and ride a bike are to provide access to rideable bikes, to empower children in bike safety and to encourage kids and families to ride more frequently through organized events.
Make a decision to help. We are offering a simple solution to bring the joy, health, freedom and confidence that comes from riding a bike. For $300 (or $25 per month), you can sponsor a child to go through the Let’s Pedal earn-a-bike program where they participate in 10 weeks of hands on bike riding and at the end earn a new bike, helmet, lock and pump."
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E-bikes are coming and they are a hot topic in mountain biking. Will they end mountain biking as we know it? Do e-bikes add to the experience? Drew gives you his opinions. What do you think? Do they have a place on the trail?
Technical trails vs. easier trails is another growing hot topic. Could we be on a collision course of trail users that could adversely affect trail use? Let us know your thoughts.
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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Matt, Kenny, and Andrea are joined by friend, Ky, who is in from Bend, Oregon. You can expect the usual discussion, listener questions, and many more goodies. Andrea and Matt discuss their ideas of the Best Worst Bike Ever. Fix your own fork or just ditch the bike? Terrible creak to your bottom bracket? Listen in to find out what they have to say and trick Matt into talking about carbon wheels.
A huge thanks to all show supporters this week! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE. This week's show supports are:
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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They get caught up on what's new - Kenny was drinking and racing, Matt has a few rants and tells his story about attempting a back flip at a local indoor bike park, and Andrea headed to Fruita. After spending some time discussing a listener question, Kenny debuts his Best Worst Bike Ever.
A huge thanks to all show supporters in the past! If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE. This week's show supports are:
We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us atinfo@mountainbikeradio.com.
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Mark from Indiana and/or Michigan asks about proper sizing for a new bike. He currently rides a S-Works Epic size large and is wondering what other sizes work.
Ben interviews Kent Adams, owner of Wild Cat Groomers, about the upcoming Fat Bike at the Barn fundraiser in Cable, Wisconsin. They discuss Kent's history, fundraiser details, and some of what is happening in the area. Listeners gain a little insight into the plans and goals of the area groups and volunteers to create 40-50 miles of groomed winter singletrack. The snow will be flying soon, so listen in!
The group expects that over 150 people will attend and they ask that you RSVP. If you would like to help them establish a premiere winter fatbiking destination, please consider donating by clicking HERE.
If you have any ideas for future guests or episodes, please contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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November 10, 2015
Mark and Steve are on a roll and bringing you a ton of mountain bike racing news, updates, and general discussion. This episode is no exception. It's absolutely packed with mountain bike racing ear candy. You'll hear discussion about the 6 Hours of Warrior Creek, UCI Marathon Series, Great Lakes Fatbike Series, Lutsen 99er, Pisgah Double Dare & Single Dare, Baja 100k, Iron Cross, Croc Trophy, and Brasil Ride. Plus, the guys hit on some extra topics, including traveling to races, night riding, fatbikes, and Zwift.
What do you think? What is the farthest you'll travel to a race? Share your thoughts with Mark and Steve.
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 or Steve at Steve@Mountainbikeradio.com.
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November 9, 2015
In this episode, Kelli discusses magnesium deficiency. What are the symptoms? Have you been experiencing low energy? Should you consider supplementing with magnesium? Can you make your own magnesium "oil"? Kelli answers these questions and more to help you get moving again.
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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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Kenny and Matt lead out the show with some chatting about recent happenings and then they get into several listeners questions. Kenny won a Brompton at Interbike and didn't tell anyone and Matt wants to tear around on it. Plus plenty more. How are singlespeeders so fast? How do you fix race anxiety?
A huge thanks to all show supporters in the past! 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 atinfo@mountainbikeradio.com.
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Greg K from Michigan asks about calming race day nerves.
Dean J from Minnesota asks about used brakes.
Joe L from New Jersey follows up on an earlier email informing them that he purchased a Focus Cayo.
Simon C from Pennsylvania is baffled by singlespeeders.
Drew gives you some information and thoughts of how to handle trails in the fall. Do you have a lot of leaves on and around your trails? Have you wondered if it's better to rake them or leave them on the ground? Why even worry about it? Drew shares his perspective on leaves as a trailbuilder. He wraps up the episode with some thoughts on technical trail and some interesting writing.
If you or someone you know is in charge of trail projects or organizing work days for your group, Drew wants you toemail 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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Mountain Flyer Magazine Issue 45 with Syllamo