September 9, 2019
The band is back together. Nathan, Tani, and Auk are in person and back at it. Auk got his new Santa Cruz Megatower AXS build and gives you the lowdown. They then spend some time discussing the details about that bike. In true Path fashion, that bike discussion turns into a discussion about geometry, Tani’s trip, and a ton more.
Tani shares his experience of the trails he rode and that rolls into a discussion of bottom bracket height and mullets. More Pole updates....
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The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject “Podcast Question” to podcast@thepathbikeshop.com.
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Mountain Biking Park City – https://mountainbikingparkcity.com/
Santa Cruz Megatower – https://www.santacruzbicycles.com/en-US/megatower
Go-Ride – https://www.go-ride.com/
The Path Podcast on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/thepathbikeshoptustin
Get on The Path Newsletter – https://thepathbikeshop.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=df59964daebd2d58a75cd52b3&id=4aa76a894b
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The Path Podcast is an entertaining and informative podcast with Nathan, Auk, Tani, and other regular guests covering many aspects of mountain biking, including technical information, listener questions, event details, and just talking bikes in general. Listen in as they take you into their passionate mountain biking minds.
To support The Path directly, you can do the following:
– You can follow the hashtag #ThePathPodcast on Instagram & Twitter
– If you’re in California, head over to the Tustin and/or Live Oak stores and say hi.
– Go to their website at thepathbikeshop.com.
– Follow The Path on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Vimeo
September 7, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Nicole Bloch is a Dirt Rag Dirt Fest groupie. She is a huge fan of the event, the people, the atmosphere, and makes sure to put it on her calendar every year.
About Erra Creations: Erra Creations was imagined in 2011 after messing around with my great grandmother’s broken costume jewelry, then a mocking dare by my best friend to make jewelry from used bicycle parts, and everything since has been created from crazy ideas by me and wonderful custom requests! Handmade with love and care, Erra is a fun look at things we use in our lives and adorn our bodies and homes with.
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RELATED SHOW LINKS
Erra Creations - https://www.erracreations.com/
Erra Creations on Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/shop/erracreations
Erra Creations on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erracreations/
Erra Creations on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erracreations
Email Nicole - shoperra@gmail.com
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
September 5, 2019
Jay Washer joins MTB Ben to chat about his product, FReD, as well as his company and history. Be sure to check out Fredisatool.com!
About FReD: FReD (Fork Retention Device) is produced using a non traditional method called 3D printing. This eliminates many of the design restrictions that come along with injection molding. It also allows us to make production changes and offer one-off versions exclusively produced in the US. It is a time-intensive process, each FReD takes approximately 12 hours to complete. We think that 3D printing is the future of end part production and is becoming more popular as technology advances. Take a look at the brief overview of the process below.
Thanks to Papa Wheelies and Industry Nine for supporting this episode!
FReD - https://www.fredisatool.com/
Industry Nine - https://industrynine.com/
Papa Wheelies – https://www.papa-wheelies.com/
NEMBAfest – https://www.nembafest.com/
NEMBAfest on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Nembafest/
NEMBA – https://www.nemba.org/
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ABOUT THE NEMBA FEST SPECIAL
MTB Ben headed out to Pennsylvania MTB Ben headed out to 2019 NEMBAfest at the Kingdom Trails in Vermont to get some perspective on the event, the people involved, and the overall experience. He chatted with a variety of guests. Listen in to the discussions and be a fly on the wall at NEMBAfest. If you're thinking about attending in the future, check out the NEMBAfest website and mark your calendars for June 26-28, 2020.
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ABOUT NEMBAfest
NEMBAfest, Powered by Pedro’s, is produced by the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA) and the Kingdom Trails Association in collaboration with the Wildflower Inn and the Burke Chamber of Commerce. It’s a celebration of summer and ALL THINGS mountain biking!
Experience over 100 miles of unique trails and terrain that makes Kingdom Trails. Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend of riding, camping, demo-ing the latest mountain bikes, checking out all the gadgets and gear, rockin’ to great music, and enjoying yummy local food & drink in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom!
September 5, 2019
This is the second episode from NEMBAfest 2019. MTB Ben and Aidan hang out with their friend, Shawn LaCourse. They are joined by some guests from the public. They give a lay of the land of the experience and get you started into NEMBAfest 2019.
Thanks to Papa Wheelies and Dirt Components for supporting this episode!
NEMBAfest – https://www.nembafest.com/
NEMBAfest on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Nembafest/
NEMBA – https://www.nemba.org/
Papa Wheelies – https://www.papa-wheelies.com/
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ABOUT THE NEMBA FEST SPECIAL
MTB Ben headed out to Pennsylvania MTB Ben headed out to 2019 NEMBAfest at the Kingdom Trails in Vermont to get some perspective on the event, the people involved, and the overall experience. He chatted with a variety of guests. Listen in to the discussions and be a fly on the wall at NEMBAfest. If you're thinking about attending in the future, check out the NEMBAfest website and mark your calendars for June 26-28, 2020.
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ABOUT NEMBAfest
NEMBAfest, Powered by Pedro’s, is produced by the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA) and the Kingdom Trails Association in collaboration with the Wildflower Inn and the Burke Chamber of Commerce. It’s a celebration of summer and ALL THINGS mountain biking!
Experience over 100 miles of unique trails and terrain that makes Kingdom Trails. Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend of riding, camping, demo-ing the latest mountain bikes, checking out all the gadgets and gear, rockin’ to great music, and enjoying yummy local food & drink in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom!
September 4, 2019
We have FOUR….YES… four episodes of JRA coming your way! Here are two for now. You ready? Here is your rapid fire dose of two episodes of the gang. Some good with the bad, questions, some Crest discussion, Kenny heads to Fazoli’s and more for you… Listen in!
– Grant opens Pandora’s Box of Questions about direct sales bikes
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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Episode 19 & 20 of 2019:
– None for these two episodes
If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
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Rise & Shine Bisquit Kitchen and Cafe – https://riseandshinedenver.com/index.html
4 Hole Worms – https://www.7-eleven.com/candy/gummies/7-select-gummi-worms
Big Ring Cycles – https://www.bigringcycles.com/
Just Riding Along on Twitter – https://twitter.com/TheJRAShow
Brickhouse Racing Website – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing
Brickhouse Racing Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing
Brickhouse Racing Instagram – https://instagram.com/brickhouseracing/
Mountain Bike Radio Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/MountainBikeRadio
Andrea’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/BrickhouseMTB
Matt’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/Beanpolematt
Kenny’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/NoFullFaceKenny
September 4, 2019
We have FOUR….YES… four episodes of JRA coming your way! Here are two for now. You ready? Here is your rapid fire dose of two episodes of the gang. Some good with the bad, questions, some Crest discussion, Kenny heads to Fazoli’s and more for you… Listen in!
– Young listeners are moving a long way and want to know what to do with their bikes
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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Episode 19 & 20 of 2019:
– None for these two episodes
If you would like to support the show, CLICK HERE.
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iSSi Pedals – https://rideissi.com/
Nox Composites – https://www.noxcomposites.com/
Just Riding Along on Twitter – https://twitter.com/TheJRAShow
Brickhouse Racing Website – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing
Brickhouse Racing Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing
Brickhouse Racing Instagram – https://instagram.com/brickhouseracing/
Mountain Bike Radio Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/MountainBikeRadio
Andrea’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/BrickhouseMTB
Matt’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/Beanpolematt
Kenny’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/NoFullFaceKenny
August 27, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Martin Kozaczek is the guy behind Second Spin Cycles and Be Kind Rewind. He's an expert in the world of vintage mountain bikes and clearly has a passion for them. His goal with Second Spin Cycles is to deliver fully restored, turnkey, vintage mountain bikes to bike enthusiasts. In this interview, Martin share stories of old bikes, his current bikes, finding vintage mountain bikes, and riding his cool finds rather than just putting them on the wall. Ben & Ben were happy to get the opportunity to sit down with Martin and get a glimpse into his wealth of vintage mountain bike knowledge. Now you get the chance by listening in! Enjoy!
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RELATED SHOW LINKS
Second Spin Cycles - http://www.secondspincycles.com/
Be Kind Rewind on Dirt Rag - https://www.dirtragmag.com/articles/be-kind-rewind-fat-chance-team-comp
Second Spin on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/secondspin/
Second Spin on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/secondspincycles/
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
August 21, 2019
Welcome to Episode 6 of She Shreds! This episode one is with Larissa Connors. Larissa has proven herself to be one of the country’s best mountain bikers over the last several years. She seems to always have a smile and has a great perspective on life, being a teacher, and racing bikes. Larissa and Val discuss her soon-to-be-born daughter, being a teacher, racing, winning the Leadville 100 on a bike her husband designed, and more. Listen in to She Shreds right now!
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Larissa’s blog – http://www.larissaconnors.com/
Great news clip – https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Mountain-Biking-Math-Teacher-Olympic-Team–383485721.html
A quick interview about her win at Leadville – https://www.velonews.com/2018/04/mountain/the-dirt-larissa-connors-on-her-serendipitous-win-at-leadville_464505
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The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
August 16, 2019
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This is a preview of one of our other podcasts produced by The Outdoor Route. Welcome to the 4th episode of CAMBA Country! Ben Welnak and Joe Vadeboncoeur record outside of Riverbrook Bike & Ski in downtown Hayward, Wisconsin. In this episode, Cindy Swift joins the show. Cindy is one of the owners of Riverbrook and was one of the founding people of CAMBA. She shares some great knowledge and experiences about women on bikes, the early days of mountain biking, the Chequamegon 40, CAMBA, TCC ™, Anti-Launch, and more. Get some news and updates too!
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RELATED SHOW LINKS
Riverbrook Bike & Ski – https://www.riverbrookbike.com/
Riverbrook Bike & Ski on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/riverbrookbike
Chequamegon MTB Festival – https://www.cheqmtb.com/
Treeland Resorts - https://www.treelandresorts.com/
Tavern at White Stag - https://www.facebook.com/whitestagfarm/
Vintage Cycle Tour - https://cablehistorymuseum.com/
The Cable Cabin – https://www.thecablecabin.com
CAMBA gravel maps – https://www.cambatrails.org/trails/gravel-riding/
Email CAMBA at info@cambatrails.org or contact Ben at ben@theoutdoorroute.com
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CAMBA Country is the voice of the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA). We’ll bring you the story, the people, and the community that has created, fostered, and maintain the Midwest’s premiere mountain biking destination. CAMBA Country is created and produced by us here at The Outdoor Route Productions.
CAMBA Country is created and produced by The Outdoor Route Productions. Find out more information about The Outdoor Route Productions HERE>>
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MORE INFO ABOUT CAMBA
The Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association off-road bike trail system consists of over 300 miles of marked and mapped routes through a near-wilderness area of striking beauty and peaceful solitude. Area cyclists have created the CAMBA trail system to make this vast, unique area available to everyone. We hope you enjoy the riding and join with us in preserving this resource.CAMBA embarked on its mission in 1993. Since that time CAMBA has developed a user-friendly network of over 300 miles of mapped and marked mountain bike trails effectively opening a vast region to use by the cycling public. The CAMBA system has been nationally recognized as a model of a well organized, user-friendly trail system and has received extensive regional and national publicity.
CAMBA website – https://www.cambatrails.org/
CAMBA on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/cambatrails/
CAMBA on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cambatrails/
CAMBA trails by trailhead – https://www.cambatrails.org/trails/trails-by-trailhead/
Trailforks for CAMBA area – https://www.trailforks.com/region/chequamegon-area-23946/
Sign up for the CAMBA newsletter – https://www.cambatrails.org/news/enews-sign-up/
Help make all of CAMBA’s work possible by supporting TODAY! https://www.cambatrails.org/support/donate/
August 15, 2019
Nathan and Tani are getting along with the summer and check in without Auk. Tani was out at Mountain Bike Oregon and shares his experience. You get some further clarification (or not) of “gigawatts,” Shimano brake discussion, and an update to the non-existent Pole.
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The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject “Podcast Question” to podcast@thepathbikeshop.com.
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Mountain Biking Park City – https://mountainbikingparkcity.com/
Mountain Bike Oregon – http://mtboregon.com/
Esker Cycles – https://eskercycles.com/
Oakridge Bike Shop & Willamette Mountain Mercantile – https://oakridgebikeshop.com/
Ibis – https://www.ibiscycles.com/
Evil Bikes – https://www.evil-bikes.com/
Downieville Classic – http://downievilleclassic.com/
The Path Podcast on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/thepathbikeshoptustin
Get on The Path Newsletter – https://thepathbikeshop.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=df59964daebd2d58a75cd52b3&id=4aa76a894b
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The Path Podcast is an entertaining and informative podcast with Nathan, Auk, Tani, and other regular guests covering many aspects of mountain biking, including technical information, listener questions, event details, and just talking bikes in general. Listen in as they take you into their passionate mountain biking minds.
To support The Path directly, you can do the following:
– You can follow the hashtag #ThePathPodcast on Instagram & Twitter
– If you’re in California, head over to the Tustin and/or Live Oak stores and say hi.
– Go to their website at thepathbikeshop.com.
– Follow The Path on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Vimeo
August 14, 2019
MTB Ben and his oldest son, Aidan, sit down to chat about being at NEMBAfest. They are getting warmed up for the weekend ahead.
Thanks to Papa Wheelies for supporting this episode!
NEMBAfest – https://www.nembafest.com/
NEMBAfest on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Nembafest/
NEMBA – https://www.nemba.org/
Papa Wheelies – https://www.papa-wheelies.com/
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ABOUT THE NEMBA FEST SPECIAL
MTB Ben headed out to Pennsylvania MTB Ben headed out to 2019 NEMBAfest at the Kingdom Trails in Vermont to get some perspective on the event, the people involved, and the overall experience. He chatted with a variety of guests. Listen in to the discussions and be a fly on the wall at NEMBAfest. If you're thinking about attending in the future, check out the NEMBAfest website and mark your calendars for June 26-28, 2020.
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ABOUT NEMBAfest
NEMBAfest, Powered by Pedro’s, is produced by the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA) and the Kingdom Trails Association in collaboration with the Wildflower Inn and the Burke Chamber of Commerce. It’s a celebration of summer and ALL THINGS mountain biking!
Experience over 100 miles of unique trails and terrain that makes Kingdom Trails. Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend of riding, camping, demo-ing the latest mountain bikes, checking out all the gadgets and gear, rockin’ to great music, and enjoying yummy local food & drink in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom!
August 12, 2019
Things are about to get caught up in the world of JRA! You ready? Here is your rapid fire dose of two episodes of the gang. Dicks blowing off, earwax gnomes, bike stuff, visitors, riding, DOT 5, whatever. Listen in.
– Kevin Mc is looking for some good bikepacking tires
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August 12, 2019
Things are about to get caught up in the world of JRA! You ready? Here is your rapid fire dose of two episodes of the gang. Dicks blowing off, earwax gnomes, bike stuff, visitors, riding, whatever. Listen in.
– Matthew has a question about a crankarm
– A listener is wondering whether to go Look or Argon for Pisgah Stage Race
– Casey wonders about stanchion lube related item
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August 6, 2019
Ben'sGiving Show Page
Ben and Ben have some fun for the month of August! They are kicking off Ben’sGiving with an introduction episode to explain what it is and why they’re doing it. Listen in to find out how you could win something from Industry Nine, Wolftooth Components, and Hand Up Gloves.
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Industry Nine – https://industrynine.com/
Wolftooth Components – https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/
Hand Up Gloves – https://handupgloves.com/
The Outdoor Route – http://theoutdoorroute.com/
Chequamegon MTB Festival – https://www.cheqmtb.com/
Good Brew – http://theoutdoorroute.com/listen/good-brew/
CAMBA Country – http://theoutdoorroute.com/listen/camba-country/
Ben Welnak at ben@theoutdoorroute.com
Ben Hall “aka” MTB Ben – nedirt@mountainbikeradio.com
July 31, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Bryan Shipley is a Market Coordinator for REI's Mid Atlantic Region. He joins MTB Ben and Ben to discuss Washington DC's outdoor market and REI's work, advocacy, and role in that area, as well as beyond that area. It's great to hear about the work that Bryan and many others from REI are doing and the time and money. The guys discuss bringing groups and users together, working with NICA, and getting new people into the sport.
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
GREI - https://www.rei.com/
REI on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/reifindout
Ben Moon - https://benmoon.com/
DC Adventure Film Festival - https://www.facebook.com/DCAdventureFilmFestival/
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 29, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
MTB Ben and Ben Welnak are your hosts for this episode while at Dirt Rag Dirt Fest in Pennsylvania in May. They are joined by the crew from Tröegs Independent Brewing that is based in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Tim (Brewing Manager) , Mark (Brewer), and Jancy (Marketing & Events Coordinator) join the show to chat about Tröegs, their beer, what makes a good pilsner, events, Dirt Fest, and more. It’s a fun time getting out and having some great conversation with those making the craft beer scene what it is. Grab a brew and listen in!
Founded in Pennsylvania in 1996 by brothers John and Chris Trogner, Tröegs Independent Brewing is driven by a sense of adventure and curiosity. From the beginning, our brewery has been built by family, friends and kindred spirits who share a love of great beer. 100% independent.
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RELATED LINKS
Tröegs Independent Brewing – https://troegs.com/
Tröegs on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/troegsbeer/
Tröegs on Twitter – https://twitter.com/troegsbeer
Tröegs on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/troegsbeer/
Tröegs on Untappd – https://untappd.com/troegsbrewingcompany
Susquehanna Mountain Bike Association – http://sambabiker.com/samba/
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest – https://www.dirtragdirtfest.com/
You can support this content by becoming a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mtnbikeradio
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
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Good Brew is more than just about the beer, it’s about the story of beer and it’s deep rooted connection to what binds us together as humans outdoors exploring our greater world. So grab a stool and slide on up to the bar, and let’s talk some Good Brew.
July 26, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Michael joins the guys to discuss. Michael is the Account Executive for Giant Bicycles and Liv Cycling for the Washington DC, Virginia, and North Carolina areas. He has been with Giant since 2003 and has a lot of experience in the cycling world before his time at Giant. Michael discusses the Giant and Liv bikes and the brands, shares his thoughts on the improving the cycling community, gender and bikes, advocacy, and more.
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Giant Bicycles – https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us
Liv Cycling – https://www.liv-cycling.com/us
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 25, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Billy and Sharon are new brand ambassadors for VanDOit. After a lot of time and effort put into finding a van, Billy googled “adventure van” and the rest is history. They share their thoughts on life on the road in their VanDOit, discuss the company and van options, and share some of the Dirt Fest experience.
VanDoit – https://www.vandoit.com/
VanDoit on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOEIZiQLi4ZqWQvNMvRmZqQ/videos
VanDoit on Pinterest – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOEIZiQLi4ZqWQvNMvRmZqQ/videos
VanDoit on Twitter – https://twitter.com/vandoitco
VanDoit on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/vandoitco
VanDoit on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/vandoitco/
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 25, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Best for Grabbin' Bars & Beers! Troy Stewart is the Marketing Director at Handup Gloves. They sit down for a good chat about the Handup brand, design inspiration, the bike world, and more. Troy was a great and fun guest to have on. If you'd like an honest take from the Handup crew, listen in!
Handup Gloves - https://handupgloves.com/
Handup Gloves on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/handupgloves/
Handup Gloves on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9lczcrDiZxOzx9miAJgoMA
Handup Gloves on SnapChat - https://www.snapchat.com/add/handupgloves
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 25, 2019
Nathan and Auk start out the episode on their own and then Tani joins in for the fun. You get some discussion on AXS, EXO+, being out on the road, riding, trails, Tani's van, and just a well rounded episode with the guys. Join the guys and have a listen now!
The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject “Podcast Question” to podcast@thepathbikeshop.com.
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The Path Podcast is an entertaining and informative podcast with Nathan, Auk, Tani, and other regular guests covering many aspects of mountain biking, including technical information, listener questions, event details, and just talking bikes in general. Listen in as they take you into their passionate mountain biking minds.
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July 19, 2019
Welcome to Episode 5 of She Shreds! This episode one is with Anne Keller and Jen Zeuner of The Hot Tomato. Anne and Jen are on the road and take a little time to chat with Val. The ladies discuss a wide range of topics – from fun stories to pizza stories, as well as the story of The Hot Tomato. It’s a fun episode with some good insight, experiences, and laughter. Listen in to She Shreds right now!
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The Hot Tomato website – https://www.hottomatopizza.com/
The Hot Tomato on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/hottomatopizza/
The Hot Tomato on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/hottomatopizza/
The Hot Tomato on Yelp – https://www.yelp.com/biz/hot-tomato-pizzeria-fruita
Life of Pie – https://vimeo.com/344361560
Juliana Maverick – https://www.julianabicycles.com/en-US/maverick
Follow Anne on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/annekeller1/
Follow Jen on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jenzeuner/
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The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
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July 17, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Patrick Reed is the owner of Dirt Components in Austin, Texas. He sits down to share the story of Dirt Components, the products, running a small business, the new frame project and the life of an entreprenuer.
Dirt Components – https://www.dirtcomponents.com/
Dirt Components on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/dirtcomponents
Dirt Components on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dirtcomponents/
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 17, 2019
MTB Ben and August headed out on their first bikepacking trip. Listen in to hear a 4 year old’s perspective on a first bikepacking trip, handling roots, a bridge, and bugs.
Do you have an idea for MTB Ben, the Backyard Boys, and/or New England Dirt? If so, let Ben know at nedirt@mountainbikeradio.com.
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July 16, 2019
Matt and Andrea make a PODCAST. Matt eats his words and likes something new for his gravel setup. Andrea discusses considerations about derailleurs, gearing, and things that are available in a pinch. Bikes, questions, things. Listen up.
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– Rowan from Australia is wondering about a fork for his Karate Monkey
If you would like to ask a question, please send an email title JRA Question to jra@mountainbikeradio.com.
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July 16, 2019
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Brendon has some unique experience and perspective. He has spent several years in the bike world and enjoys a lot of time on his bike and he is now an ultrarunner and owns White Dot Productions, which is the only trail running guide company serving the 500,000+ acres of the Blue Ridge Mountains. They chat about a wide range of topics to give you some idea of what the Dirt Rag Dirt Fest experience is all about.
Happy Mutant CBD – https://www.thehappymutant.com/full-spectrum-cbd/
White Dot Productions – http://www.whitedotproductions.com/
White Dot Productions on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pg/whitedotadventures/
White Dot Productions on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/whitedotadventures/
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine’s in-print stoke to an in-person “gathering of the tribe.”
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.