Greg Heil, the Editor in Chief of Singletracks.com, gives listeners an awesome special episode on MBR! He reads a recent post he wrote on Singletracks.com called "Why Mountain Bikers Are the Most Fanatical." If you find your mind wandering toward mountain biking at random times, you may be one of the fanatics. Listen to find out why mountain biking is not a hobby, but an actual lifestyle.
If you have an idea for a topic, guest, or an idea for a show, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
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ABOUT GREG HEIL:
"My name is Greg Heil, and I am the Editor in Chief for Singletracks.com. I've been mountain biking seriously since 2005, and I love to travel and ride new trails. My travels have taken me across the United States multiple times. To date (November 2013), I have ridden hundreds of different trails in 18 different states, and am adding more singletrack to my trail resume every year! I enjoy all types of mountain biking, from ultra endurance cross country all the way up to chair lift-accessed downhill runs."
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Vic Armijo is the director of the 2015 World Solo 24 Hour World Championship in Weaverville, California in October. He joins the show to give listeners all the details about the upcoming world championship race and also shares a little about himself and his race production company, Team Bigfoot.
If you have an idea for a guest or would like to be on yourself, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
We also have advertising opportunities available if you would like to promote your race. Please contact us about advertising at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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RELATED SHOW LINKS:
2015 World Solo 24 Hour Championship Website
2015 World Solo 24 Hour Championship Facebook
Weaverville Chamber of Commerce
WEMBO (World Endurance Mountain Bike Organisation Website
Email Team Bigfoot Racing at teambigfootracing@gmail.com
Email about the 2015 World Solo 24 Hour Championship
Become a Mountain Bike Radio Member
Brian Matter checks in to discuss his recent win against some of the strongest riders in the country at the Iceman Cometh in Michigan. Brian recaps the epic conditions and details his win, as well as chats about his win at the Chequamegon 40 and second place finish at the Ore to Shore.
If you have an idea for a guest or would like to be on yourself, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
We also have advertising opportunities available if you would like to promote your race. Please contact us about advertising at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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The Tuscobia Winter Ultramarathon has quickly become one of the go-to winter endurance events for fatbikers, runner, and skiers. Race directors, Chris and Helen Scotch, join the show to give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the race, as well as what racers can expect, and some of the race details.
If you have an idea for a guest or would like to be on yourself, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
We also have advertising opportunities available if you would like to promote your race. Please contact us about advertising at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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The owner of Penn Cycle in Minnesota, Pat Sorensen, joins the show to discuss several items that Penn is currently involved in, including the MORC Gala, Get Phat with Pat fatbike races, and Cross for Tots. We also chat about Pat's very long history of being in the cycling industry and how Penn Cycle started.
If you have an idea for a guest or would like to be on yourself, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
We also have advertising opportunities available if you would like to promote your race. Please contact us about advertising at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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We were out on location on Monday, August 18th at Urban Steam Coffee in Colorado Springs, Colorado in support of the newly formed Urban Singletrack Project. We were invited to be part of their weekly "Monday Night Chill Ride" and had the opportunity to talk to many supporters of the project.
Listen in to find out what the Urban Singletrack Project is, who benefits from it, who supports it, and what riders think.
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Episode Timeline:
Starting at 5min:02sec - Jon Severson - Driving force behind the Urban Singletrack Project
42:40 - Kelly Bubach - Owner of Urban Steam Coffee
56:05 - Trevor Dierdorff - Owner of Amnet IT Consulting Firm
1hr:03min - Susan Edmondson - President of Downtown Partnership
1hr:14min - Fixie Dave - He's Fixie Dave!
1hr:31min - David Deitemeyer - Park Planner at Colorado Springs Park
1hr:42min - Johnathan Shankland - General Manager of The Famous Steakhouse
1hr:51min - Cars R Coffins Hurl, Galen O'Moore, Cameron Chambers
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Related Show Links:
Urban Singletrack Project Website
Urban Singletrack Project Facebook
#HeavyPedalTour on Instagram - Follow Bike Mag
Cameron Chambers - Podium Performance Coaching Website
If you have an idea for a guest or would like to be on yourself, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
We also have advertising opportunities available if you would like to promote your race. Please contact us about advertising at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
Julie and Jill of the Skirts in the Dirt mountain bike race join the show to give listeners an idea of what the race is all about, including the atmosphere, course, and special challenges. The race is a benefit for the West Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance. Listen in for a fun discussion with two very passionate mountain bikers!
If you have an idea for a guest or would like to be on yourself, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
We also have advertising opportunities available if you would like to promote your race. Please contact us about advertising at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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Sponsors:
West Michigan Mountain Bike Alliance
Hotel
Grand Rapids, Mi 49544
Josh Tostado joins the show to discuss his recent win at the Breckenridge 100. The "Breck 100" is considered one of the hardest 100-milers anywhere and this year marked Josh's 10th year racing this classic Colorado race. Listen in as he discusses his 7th win and what's on tap as he moves on from possible his last Breck 100.
Josh is one of the most accomplished endurance mountain bike racers out there. He has an extensive resume of competing and finishing near or at the top of many of the most demanding endurance mountain bike races ever created.
If you have an idea for a guest or would like to be on yourself, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com.
We also have advertising opportunities available if you would like to promote your race. Please contact us about advertising at info@mountainbikeradio.com.
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Interview with Josh about 24 Hour Solo National Championship
Rocky Mountain Endurance Series
Josh Tostado's sponsors:
June 15, 2014
Jeremiah joins the show the discuss his win at the Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic, as well as being a father of two young children, while balancing his training and racing, The Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, and the rest of his busy life.
Jeremiah has been a guest several times on Mountain Bike Radio and it's always great to get his perspective on the status of mountain biking. In this episode, he shares his insight into being a dad (and new dad) and keeping up with his racing. While it's a challenge for him, he takes a laid back approach and tackles tasks as they come. This episode gives listeners a peak into Jeremiah thoughts about Trans-Sylvania and a lot more!
Related Show Links:
Jeremiah's Athlete Page on Facebook.
Jeremiah's Alpine Loop Gran Fondo
Trans Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Website
Trans Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Twitter
Trans Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Facebook
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John Kolarevic is the director of the X100 mountain bike race in Traverse City, Michigan on Saturday, August 23, 2014. He joins the show to discuss the race, including pre and post-race information, race distance options, and course details. If you were on the fence about racing the X100, this episode should help to push you over the edge.
The X100 is 100 miles of twisting single track that winds in and out of county gravel roads, two tracks and fire roads. Bikers roll through the most beautiful terrain Michigan has to offer: deep woods and steep hills dotted with pristine lakes, streams and ponds. The X100 has some killer cross-country riding – until now – only by die-hard locals.
Related Links:
Michigan Mountain Biking Association
Become a Mountain Bike Radio Member
March 4, 2014
Tailwind Nutrition's Jeff Vierling joins Ben to discuss a variety of topics, including the history of Tailwind, details of the science behind refueling the body, specifics about their product and some tips from Jeff's extensive Leadville 100 experience.
We think that you'll find Jeff to be very engaging and passionate about training, racing, and providing others with clean training and racing nutrition through Tailwind.
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Tailwind Nutrition Challenge - "If Tailwind doesn't make you stronger, happier, and less stressed during training and at your next event, we'll pay your entry fee."
Tailwind Nutrition Facebook Page
2014 Endurance Racing Calendar
Get the iPhone App (Download the Podcast Box and then search for "Mountain Bike Radio")
Buy an MBR Tshirt or become a Member
**This was an archive episode from August 2012**
This was previously unavailable on the MBR app.
Georgia Gould Wins the Olympic Bronze Medal
Georgia joins the show to discuss her Olympic experience. Want 51 minutes of talk about the racing lead up to the games, pre race in London, race details, and a look into what Georgia has going on the rest of the year? This is it.
Related show links:
Georgia's Website: www.georgiagould.com
Georgia's Twitter: www.twitter.com/georgiagould
Luna & Team Luna Chix: www.lunabar.com
2012 London Olympic Mountain Bike: http://www.london2012.com/cycling-mountain-bike/
World Cup Mountain Biking: www.uci.ch
December 18, 2013
Chainring setup and selection has become a HOT topic in the world of mountain biking. Mountain Bike Radio got wind of Wolf Tooth Components back in February 2013 at NAHBS in Denver and has been following how things have unfolded. We were lucky to track down a very busy owner of the relatively new company!
Brendan Moore of Wolf Tooth Components joined Ben to discuss the company, the chainrings, what they have going on, and even hints at a lot more coming from them. You even get a sneak peak of the crazy fatbike ride one of the other owners is doing soon.
Listen in to hear more about the chainring options that Wolf Tooth Components gives you.
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September 16, 2013
Chloe has enjoyed a strong 2013 race season so far. She took second in the USAC Pro XCT series overall earlier this summer. Recently she had a strong third place finish at the Epic Rides Grand Junction Off Road, in a stacked pro field.
Chloe took the win at this year's Chequamegon by a full minute, which is a decent margin in this race. Listen in as she shares her thoughts on the race and what she has coming up.
Related Show Links:
Crankbrothers Race Club - www.raceclub.crankbrothers.com
Chloe's Website - www.chloewoodruff.com
Chloe's Twitter - www.twitter.com/chloewoodruff
Chloe's recent appearance on "Girls and Gears" - www.mountainbikeradio.com/girls-gears/chloe-woodruff/
September 16, 2013
Brian has taken a little different approach to his 2013 racing season. He's ventured to new-to-him national events, starting off with the Epic Rides Whiskey Off Road where he had a very strong 12th place finish. He raced the Trans Sylvania Epic Stage Race at the end of May, placing 3rd.
In addition to his usual WORS races recently, he took a trip out to Grand Junction, Colorado to race in the inaugural Epic Rides Grand Junction Off Road, where he placed 6th.
With that great summer behind him, he went back to his bread and butter of racing the Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival. He took his 5th win of the popular Midwestern race. Listen in as he discusses his race, what it's like to win a 5th Chequamegon, and other reflections of the race.
Related Show Links:
Chequamegon 40 Website - www.cheqfattire.com
Chequamegon 40 Results - www.itiming.com/html/raceresults.php?year=2013&EventId=1024&eventype=0
Brian's Race Report - www.b-matter.blogspot.com
Previous The WORS Report episode discussing prerace thoughts
Momentum Endurance Coaching - www.momentumendurance.com
Video of the ATV crash at the front of the race - www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKMg18N4gx4&sns=fb