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Apr 30, 2020

April 30, 2020 

Driftless Dirt Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Josh sits down with Gary to discuss mountain biking and Bentonville, and how the expansion of trails has happened in Arkansas.  

Topics Covered:

  • Gary's backstory
  • How Bentonville started with a 5-mile trail system and got to where it is today
  • OZ Trails and the backstory behind the brand / region known as OZ Trails
  • Women of OZ 
  • State Parks and Monument Trails
  • 2022 UCI Cyclocross World Championships
  • The Future of OZ Trails and their goal of being the epicenter of cycling in the world 
  • Community Development through Trails and Cycling by creating the lifestyle
Apr 30, 2020

April 29, 2020

Riding Gravel Radio Ranch Show Page

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Guitar Ted sits down Andy from Andy’s Bike Shop to get the third episode in the shop with Andy. Big news in Iowa with RAGBRAI. Guitar Ted and Andy get to answering a question. The guys really get into some discussions about some recent posts, background of things Guitar Ted has been up to, and more. They chat a good amount about the Dirty Kanza name controversy and dive into the open email and reactions. Listen in for your weekly dose of gravel here.

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John Ingham’s Virus post – https://www.ridinggravel.com/editorial/coronavirus-protection-with-notes-for-gravel-riders/
Guitar Ted’s blog – http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/
Guitar Ted’s Lube Off – http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/2020/04/guitar-ted-lube-off-final-results-and.html
Hutchinson Kraken – https://www.hutchinsontires.com/en/mtb/tire/kraken-bike-standard
Open letter from Dirty Kanza about the race name – https://dirtykanza.com/new-dirt/an-open-letter-from-life-time-and-the-kaw-nation-to-the-gravel-cycling-community/
RAGBRAI – https://ragbrai.com/
Iowa’s Ride – https://iowasride.com/
Other news & reviews – https://www.ridinggravel.com/gravel-news/
Riding Gravel Event Calendar: http://ridinggravel.com/events/
Riding Gravel Forum - http://ridinggravel.com/forum/

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Apr 28, 2020

April 28, 2020

Just Riding Along Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Matt knows his size in Shredly shorts. Kenny has been riding the Stumpy on the Salt Lake area trails. Matt is disappointed by Cactus Cooler and vodka. Kenny is getting low on alcohol. Matt has been pounding holes. They give you some questions and answers like they normally do, but one of the questions gives you a full discussion of gravel stuff. 

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Apr 26, 2020

April 26, 2020

The Path Podcast Show Page

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Nathan, Tani, and Auk try to keep pedaling forward as they record remotely again. In this episode, they get caught up on some shop news and Nathan chats about his Starling. Plus, they dig into a lot of listener comments and questions from Instagram. Auk is into pellet smokers and maybe is starting a new segment to the show…..

It’s important to remember to support all small businesses right now, including The Path. They are definitely doing what they can and following proper procedures to provide you the service you’ve come to expect.

Thanks for all of your support and time listening to the show. We appreciate it very much.

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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RELATED SHOW LINKS

Starling Cycles – https://www.starlingcycles.com/
Carl Decker on The Path Podcast – http://mountainbikeradio.com/thepath/carl-decker/
Jeff Steber on The Path – http://mountainbikeradio.com/thepath/intense-cycles/
Rob Roskopp on The Path – http://mountainbikeradio.com/thepath/roskopp/
Joe Graney on The Path – http://mountainbikeradio.com/thepath/santa-cruz/
Evil Bikes Chamois Hagar – https://www.evil-bikes.com/a/bikes/chamois-hagar
Trail Donkey – https://www.rodeo-labs.com/td3/
Fox Dropframe Helmet – https://www.foxracing.com/mtb/mens/helmets/dropframe/
Follow Nathan on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nathanheronen/
Follow Auk on Instagram – http://instagram.com/e_auk
Follow Tani on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/taniwalling/
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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ABOUT THE PATH PODCAST

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: FacebookTwitterInstagram, YouTubePinterestVimeo

Apr 21, 2020

April 21, 2020

Riding Gravel Radio Ranch Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY JENSONUSA

Guitar Ted sits down Andy from Andy’s Bike Shop to get the second episode in the shop with Andy. Guitar Ted started working there this winter and now Riding Gravel has a physical, brick & mortar “HQ.”

The guys dig into Salsa Stormchaser more than last episode, chat about some extra storage options on the bike, and get into some discussion and a deep dive into details of recent reviews.

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Andy’s Bike Shop – https://www.shopandysbikes.com/
Salsa Stormchaser – https://salsacycles.com/bikes/stormchaser/2020_stormchaser_single_speed
Wolftooth B-RAD – https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/collections/b-rad-system
Revelate Mountain Feedbag – https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Cockpit/MountainFeedbag
Bike Bag Dude Chaff Bags – https://www.bikebagdude.com/chaff-bags
Blackburn Bomber – https://www.wtb.com/blogs/wtb/12046329-throwback-thursdays-1993-wtb-blackburn-bomber
Redshift Seatpost Review – https://www.ridinggravel.com/reviews-2/redshift-shock-stop-seatpost-checkpoint/
Suntour Suspension Seatpost – https://www.srsuntour.us/products/copy-of-sp12-ncx-seatpost?variant=27528514371
Other news & reviews - https://www.ridinggravel.com/gravel-news/
Riding Gravel Event Calendar: http://ridinggravel.com/events/
Riding Gravel Forum - http://ridinggravel.com/forum/

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Apr 21, 2020

April 20, 2020

Just Riding Along Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

You get a boatload of questions and answers, a few swears, some bike banter, and some other crap you may or may not enjoy or be offended by. The gang is hanging in there with the current situation and is hoping that you are too. 

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Apr 20, 2020

April 19, 2020

Just Riding Along Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

They take a little while to get into bike chat, but Matt prevails, and gets the ship steered in the right direction. Matt is really into his new SID 35, AXS, and spending some time on his bike. He chats about it all. Andrea has been out too. Andrea has glowing reviews for a jacket. They answer questions, have some fun, do their thing. Dig in for the climb....and descent....

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Apr 19, 2020
April 18, 2020
 
 
Josh sits down with Rich to discuss Mountain Biking and Bentonville. Rich now calls Bentonville home, but that wasn’t until recently when he decided to take the leap from Texas to OZ.
Topics Covered in this show:
  • Rich's backstory
  • How Rich discovered Bentonville and then made the move east
  • How the Bentonville Community Rallies around cycling and mountain biking
  • The Ride Series and how that came about
  • In depth about the various options with The Ride Series
  • A discussion about new riders and how to get them on the right gear so they have better riding experiences right away.
  • YARD – Young Aspiring Rider Development
  • YouTube How to Videos and a deep dive into Drops, and the Update to Drops Video
  • YouTube Bike Reviews and a discussion on the new Pivot Switchblade
  • We wrapped up with a listener question from John DeGeorge about if people are “Over Biked” these days.
Apr 18, 2020

April 18, 2020

Front Lines MTB Show Page

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

We hear from the crew at the Lowelifes Respectable Citizens’ Club: Treasurer and previous guest Erik Hillard, President Matt Baffert and Secretary Rob Pettersen. We discuss starting a new organization, their ongoing project of restoring the Condor Peak Trail, the surrounding Wilderness and how they’re creating an Elite Group of Volunteers while trying to not be elitist and stay welcoming to new volunteers.

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About Brent:

Brent is a Trail Builder with the North Shore Mountain Bike Association and focuses on the Upper and Lower Griffen Trails on Mount Fromme. Through his work with Trailforks he’s come to discover the world of advocacy beyond just his home in North Vancouver, and serving as the inspiration to create Front Lines MTB.

Do you have a person or company you want to hear on Mountain Bike Radio? If so, let us know at info@mountainbikeradio.com.

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Lowelifes Respectable Citizens' Club - http://lowelifesrcc.org/
Lowelifes on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lowelifesrcc/
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https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/tongva/
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https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/skwxwu7mesh-uxwumixw/
https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/stolo-treaty-association/
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Upcoming Events
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Find more music by Lee Rosevere
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Apr 15, 2020

April 14, 2020

Riding Gravel Radio Ranch Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY JENSONUSA

Guitar Ted sits down Andy from Andy's Bike Shop to kick off the start of shows right from the shop. Guitar Ted started working there this winter and now Riding Gravel has a physical, brick & mortar "HQ."

The guys give a pretty thorough run down of news and reviews that have been on the site recently, some product discussion, thoughts on the new Salsa Stormchaser, virus affects, and plenty more.

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RELATED SHOW NOTES

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY JENSONUSA
& GRINDER NATIONALS

Andy's Bike Shop - https://www.shopandysbikes.com/
Salsa Stormchaser - https://salsacycles.com/bikes/stormchaser/2020_stormchaser_single_speed
Redshift Shock Stop - https://www.ridinggravel.com/reviews-2/redshift-shock-stop-seatpost-checkpoint/
HED Eroica wheels - https://store.hedcycling.com/gravel-wheels/
Other news & reviews - https://www.ridinggravel.com/gravel-news/
Riding Gravel Event Calendar: http://ridinggravel.com/events/
Riding Gravel Forum - http://ridinggravel.com/forum/

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Apr 12, 2020

April 12, 2020 

Driftless Dirt Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Josh sits down with Travis Greenlee, who is the owner of Kreadiv Nadiv Concepts, a trail building company based out of NW Arkansas.
 
Topics Discussed:
  • Travis’ back story
  • Arkansas State Parks / Monument Trails Program
  • How Travis got into trail building and companies he’s worked for before starting Kreadiv Nadiv Concepts
  • What makes a good trail
  • The discussion of trails in general, as well as the diversity of trails
  • How the community of Bentonville has embraced mountain biking
  • Travis and coaching with the local NICA Program
  • The power of getting people on bikes
Apr 11, 2020

April 10, 2020

Just Riding Along Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Welcome to the 6th episode of 2020. Ben is invited on to just ride along for this episode. Matt and Kenny are working on a wheel partnership that includes blenders, screwdrivers, and wood screws. You get some worm discussion, a critique of the Mantra, listener questions, and fun. Listen up. Please?

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Apr 7, 2020

April 7, 2020

Second Spin Cycles Show Page

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Martin is back after taking a little time to restructure the show. In this episode he introduces his new copilot for this podcast. Ben Jones joins Martin to be frequent host of the show. They spend some time discussing Ben's history and help you get to know him. Listen in to get a feel for Ben's thoughts on vintage bikes as he and Martin settle into cohost roles.

Please send any feedback, thoughts, and/or ideas over to us anytime to Martin at econdspincycles@gmail.com and Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.

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RELATED SHOW LINKS

Second Spin Cycles – http://www.secondspincycles.com/
Second Spin Cycles on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/secondspincycles/
Second Spin Cycles on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/secondspin/
Email Martin at Secondspincycles@gmail.com
The Second Spin Cycles homepage

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ABOUT THE SECOND SPIN CYCLES PODCAST

The goal of Second Spin Cycles has been to deliver fully restored, turnkey, vintage mountain bikes to bike enthusiasts. Hosts Martin and Ben bring that history back to you in this podcast.

FIND MORE:
Second Spin Cycles – http://www.secondspincycles.com/
Second Spin Cycles on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/secondspincycles/
Second Spin Cycles on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/secondspin/
Now That Was A Bike on Pinkbike – https://www.pinkbike.com/news/now-that-was-a-bike-1991-bradbury-manitou-fs.html
Email Martin at Secondspincycles@gmail.com
Second Spin Podcast Home: http://theoutdoorroute.com/listen/secondspin/

Apr 6, 2020

April 6, 2020

The Path Podcast Show Page

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Nathan, Tani, and Auk try to keep pedaling forward as they record remotely. They get caught up on shop procedures and latest news to get customers through the current situation. Nathan captured some questions on Instagram and they answer several of them.

It’s important to remember to support all small businesses right now, including The Path. They are definitely doing what they can and following proper procedures to provide you the service you’ve come to expect.

Thanks for all of your support and time listening to the show. We appreciate it very much.

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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RELATED SHOW LINKS

Follow Nathan on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nathanheronen/
Follow Auk on Instagram - http://instagram.com/e_auk
Follow Tani on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/taniwalling/
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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ABOUT THE PATH PODCAST

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: FacebookTwitterInstagram, YouTubePinterestVimeo

Apr 6, 2020

April 4, 2020

Bens' Week in Review Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

From the offices of Ben and Ben this is Episode 5 of Bens’ Week in Review. This week…. Nathan from The Path Podcast is in the house.

This episode is Presented by Follow Hollow. Use code MBR5 for $5 off your order.

Thanks to Handup Gloves for supporting the show – use code MTBRadio to get 10% off

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Great American Outdoors Act - https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/482352-trump-budget-slashes-funding-for-epa-environmental-programs
Parks closing - https://www.adventure-journal.com/2020/03/major-parks-close-rural-residents-urge-you-to-stay-away-for-now/
New SID - https://bikerumor.com/2020/03/17/2021-rockshox-sid-sl-is-lightest-ever-plus-sid-ultimate-goes-to-120mm-w-new-sid-luxe-rear-shock/
European list - https://www.bike-eu.com/sales-trends/nieuws/2020/03/how-europes-bicycle-industry-reacts-on-coronavirus-impact-10137559
Kitsbow - https://www.instagram.com/kitsbow/?hl=en
Prototype MRP shock - https://www.vitalmtb.com/photos/features/PIT-BITS-Sedona-Mountain-Bike-Festival-2020,12863/Prototype-MRP-Jackson-Air-Shock,137559/sspomer,2
Columbia CEO salary cut - https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.oregonlive.com/coronavirus/2020/03/columbia-sportswear-ceo-tim-boyle-cuts-own-salary-to-10k-retail-employees-receive-regular-pay.html%3FoutputType%3Damp
Loggerhead turtle - https://www.aquarium.co.za/blog/entry/yoshi-has-reached-australia-record-breaking-turtles-long-distance

EMAIL US AT ASKBEN@MOUNTAINBIKERADIO.COM

Apr 4, 2020

April 3, 2020

Front Lines MTB Show Page

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

We dive back into the old topic of eMTBs with a fresh perspective: Joe Vadeboncoeur, President of the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association discusses his article: “eMTB Thoughts”. Prior to being Board President, Joe worked in the Bike Industry at Trek, and he shares what it was like going from there into the world of advocacy. Briefly, we follow up with what messaging organizations are using to communicate safe riding to their members.

SPECIAL PROMOTION FROM TOOLS FOR TRAILS!
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About Brent:

Brent is a Trail Builder with the North Shore Mountain Bike Association and focuses on the Upper and Lower Griffen Trails on Mount Fromme. Through his work with Trailforks he’s come to discover the world of advocacy beyond just his home in North Vancouver, and serving as the inspiration to create Front Lines MTB.

Do you have a person or company you want to hear on Mountain Bike Radio? If so, let us know at info@mountainbikeradio.com.

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Episode Sponsor
https://toolsfortrails.com/discount/podcast/
Joe's eMTB Thoughts - https://goodheartsolutions.com/2019/10/18/emtb-thoughts/
Bicycle Retailer - "Industry unprepared for e-MTBs, former Trek executive says" - https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2020/02/04/industry-didnt-prepare-emtbs-former-trek-exec-said#.XogLmMhKhPZ
VitalMTB - https://www.vitalmtb.com/forums/The-Hub,2/Former-Trek-Executives-Open-Letter-to-Bike-Industry-About-E-Bikes,10793 
Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA) - https://www.cambatrails.org/
CAMBA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cambatrails/
CAMBA on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cambatrails/
CAMBA on Twitter - https://twitter.com/cambatrails
Pennine Mountain Bike Association - http://www.pmba.org.uk/
PMBA Enduro Series - https://www.facebook.com/PMBAEnduroSeries/
Traditional Territory
https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/tsleil-waututh-s%c9%99l%cc%93ilw%c9%99ta%c9%82%c9%ac/
https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/skwxwu7mesh-uxwumixw/
https://native-land.ca/maps/territories/stolo-treaty-association/
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Upcoming Events
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Support the Show!
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Find more music by Lee Rosevere
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Apr 3, 2020

April 2, 2020

Andrea Wilson, from Just Riding Along, has been doing some writing over on Medium. In her latest post, she comes to the realization that, during the current pandemic, the best decision is to not to do an event she has prepped for over the last year. This is an audio version of that post. Enjoy and stay healthy!

Follow Andrea on Medium - https://medium.com/@andreawilsonrides
Medium "Athlete Therapy- a First Person Account of Letting Go" - https://medium.com/@andreawilsonrides/athlete-therapy-a-first-person-account-of-letting-go-4ad7526fbbb5
Follow Andrea on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brickhouseracing/
Subscribe to Andrea's YouTube Page - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT83Co7OCSyZqX_o4GerCRQ

Apr 2, 2020

April 2, 2020 

Driftless Dirt Show Page

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Apr 1, 2020

March 31, 2020

Just Riding Along Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

A shorter episode catching up on some things in early March. Kenny is throwing pee out of windows, Andrea laughs uncontrollable, Matt hangs out in the Revel Suite, and plenty more shenanigans.

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