All About Bikes

In this episode, Pivot founder Chris Cocalis, graphic designer (and resident SL/AM superfan) Paz Chinchilla and host Jens Staudt dig into the all-new Shuttle SL/AM—why it was built, who it's for, and how it brings big-bike energy to a lightweight e-MTB platform.

In this episode of All About Bikes, Pivot founder Chris Cocalis and host Jens Staudt sit down with the Pivot Factory Racing Enduro team, Morgane Charre, Ed Masters and Matt Walker, to talk about the all-new Firebird.

In this episode of All About Bikes, Pivot founder Chris Cocalis and host Jens Staudt sit down with the Pivot Factory Racing Enduro team, Morgane Charre, Ed Masters and Matt Walker, to talk about the all-new Firebird.

In this episode of All About Bikes, Jens sits down with Pivot founder Chris Cocalis, and professional riders Bryn Atkinson and Jill Kintner to talk about the all-new Trailcat SL & Trailcat LT.

In this episode of All About Bikes, Jens sits down with Pivot Ambassador, Harald Philipp,  to discuss the all-new Bosch equipped Shuttle LT. 

In this episode of All About Bikes, Kalen sits down with professional skier and mountain biker, Craig Murray, to talk about Craigs unique position of being one of the only athletes in the world doing two sports at the highest level. Check out the Holiday with a Purpose journal on Pivot's website here: https://www.pivotcycles.com/en/holiday-with-a-purpose/

In this episode of All About Bikes, Jens sits down with Pivot Factory Racing's Bernard Kerr and his mechanic, Barnaby Edwards, to discuss the all-new Phoenix. They dive into their experience and aid in developing the bike, from its early days as a lugged carbon prototype to the production model launched on 10/4/2024.

In this episode of All About Bikes, Kalen sits down with Kait Boyle & Kurt Refsnider to talk about their unforgettable 1,300 mile journey to Unbound and the epic race itself. You can check out the journal they wrote about the experience here: https://www.pivotcycles.com/en/off-road-to-unbound/

In this episode of All About Bikes, Paz sits down with Kelsey Timpany, a Pivot Athlete and key member of the Crankworx marketing team. They dive into Kelsey's journey in the cycling world, exploring her experiences both as a racer and as a marketing professional behind the scenes. Don't miss their engaging conversation about life on and off the track. Check out Kelsey's Inside the Industry Journal here: https://www.pivotcycles.com/en/inside-the-industry/

For this episode of All About Bikes, Kalen interviews PFR Next Gen rider Ryan Griffith. They discuss Ryan's first mountain bike ride, his journey to the world stage and more. Find the journal for this episode in the journal section on Pivot's site or visit: https://www.pivotcycles.com/en/the-first-ride-series-ryan-griffith/

For this episode of All About Bike, Paz sits down with longtime Pivot athlete Jordi Bago to talk about Jordi's life, career and of course his favorite bike the Shuttle LT. *If you speak Spanish, there is a Spanish version of this podcast.

Para este episodio de “Todo Sobre Bicicletas / All About Bikes” Paz se sienta con el atleta de Pivot Jordi Bago para hablar sobre la vida, la carrera y por supuesto la Shuttle LT.

Founder and CEO of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, sits down with Richard Cunningham to take a look back at Chris' early years in the mountain bike industry and how the framework for Pivot Cycles was built over thirty years ago. From hand built and brazed titanium frames to creating new standards that pushes the industry forward, this episode is chock full of mountain bike history and stories most have never heard. 

Founder of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, and Pivot Factory Racing extraordinaire, Ed Masters, walk you through the all-new Switchblade. They touch on all the updates, tech specs, and features of the Switchblade and the next step in evolution for all-mountain bikes. 

For this episode of All About Bikes, Kalen sits down with longtime Pivot Athlete and content producer, Brice Shirbach. They explore Brice's career with Pivot, balancing work and family, plus much more!

For this episode of All About Bikes, Jens Staudt sits down with Hannah Otto who recently won the World Cup XCM in Snowshoe. 

For this episode of All About Bikes, Paz sits down with the previous owners of the Hot Tomato in Fruita, Colorado and Patagonia's "Life of Pie," stars Jen Zeuner & Anne Keller.

For this episode of All About Bikes, the founder of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, and Pivot's Director of Engineering, Kevin Tisue, sit down and talk about the exciting new e-bike from Pivot Cycles, the Shuttle AM.

For this episode of All About Bikes, Paz sits down with renowned CrossFit coach and athlete Chris Spealler. They talk benefits of cross training and how they relate to the bike, as well as the Mid-Season Maintenance program Chris and Pivot are currently releasing.

For this episode of All About Bikes, the founder of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, and Professional Pivot rider, Hannah Otto, walk you through the all-new Mach 4 SL. They touch on all the updates, tech specs, and features of this all new XC race machine.

For this episode of All About Bikes, Kalen sits down with Pivot Factory Racing's Ed Masters and Matt walker to talk about their favorite things about America, how the two became friends, and much more!

For this episode of All About Bikes, Paz talks with retired Downhill World Cup racer Emilie Seigenthaler. The two dive into life after racing and keeping up with the PFR team now.

For this episode of All About Bikes, Kalen sits down with Pivot Factory Racing's Bernard Kerr. They talk Bernard's history with Pivot, his Youtube LSD's and new clothing line BK Sport.

For this episode of All About Bikes, we introduce and get to know the two new hosts for the lifestyle side of the podcast, Kalen & Paz.

For this episode of All About Bikes, CEO of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, sits down with head of R&D at Pivot, Bill Kibler, to walk you through all the features of the all-new, long travel Shuttle LT.

Lightweight, refined, and crisp handling is what you can expect from the all new Shuttle SL. Pivot Cycles CEO, Chris Cocalis, sits down with Pivot Technical Training Manager, Kalen Boland, to talk all about the Shuttle SL .

We introduce you to the newest member of Pivot bike family. A trail-carving expression of blazing speed and feline creative mayhem, the Shadowcat.

For this episode of All About Bikes, we explore the basics of suspension setup. A topic that may seem simple but is one of the more complex components of mountain bikes. If you are new to suspension setup or want a refresh on your knowledge, this episode of AAB is for you.

For this episode of All About Bikes, CEO and President of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, along with Pivot Explorer Brice Shirbach and local Colorado rider Madison Pitts, breakdown the features of the Mach 6's all-new design and, most importantly, how it rides.

For this episode of All About Bikes, we speak with Everett Erickson, the head of Mechatronics Engineering Group at Fox, and Chris Cocalis, to explore what could be a standard in the future of mountain biking. A suspension system that reads terrain and adjusts to your riding style. Sounds crazy? It's already here, and it's called Fox Live Valve.

For this episode of All About Bikes, CEO and President of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, and Professional Pivot rider Taylor Lideen, walk you through the all-new Mach 4 SL. They touch on all the updates, tech specs, and features of this gravity-defying cross country rocket ship.

For this episode of All About Bikes CEO and President of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, sits down with Pivot athletes Stefanie McDaniel and Rob Drew to walk you through all the features of the all-new, completely redesigned Switchblade.

In this episode CEO and President of Pivot Cycles, Chris Cocalis, talks with former professional rider and current Athlete Coordinator, Rachel Wehn, and Pivot Cycles' Regional Sales Representative, Ryan Molony, to discuss Pivot Cycles' first E-Gravel bike, the E-vault.

In this episode we sit down with Pivot's Founder and CEO/President, Chris Cocalis, and Pivot rider, Ryan Coreless, to get first impressions of the recently redesigned Pivot Trail 429. We launched this bike at the beginning of 2021; however, it has a history much older.

We kick off our first episode of All About Bikes with Chris Cocalis, founder and President/CEO of Pivot Cycles. We discuss the new Firebird and tell you everything you need to know about the bike. We dive into the history of this EWS darling and the development of the new version; plus, a look at how Chris and Jens torture each other on the trails.

An introduction to the All About Bikes Podcast. We will cover a wide range of topics that explore the technical, professional, cultural and emotional life inside Pivot and the cycling industry.We will feature interviews with athletes, get in depth about our technology and the people behind it, and maybe find out what all this orange ice cream is about.