AngryMountainBiker Show

If you want trails like this, come help Saturday! Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play Lake Fairfax Trail Days Moonshiner Enduro! Cacapon Enduro and Trail Information  

Treasure Mountain, West Virginia website SVBC Facebook page (info on Tillman Road closure) Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play

In the first episode of 2019 I briefly discuss goals for the new year, the most important of which is purchasing a NEW BIKE!  I also try to ease your mind about a scary NYT article about bone density in cyclists. New York Times Article:Can Low-Impact Sports Like Cycling Be Putting Your Bones at Risk? Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

Great to be back in on the microphone after a bruising work schedule!  Sound quality is a bit off--I had to use my old mixer for this episode.  I talk about being critical of your own work, and revisit some of the factors that got me to the finish line of the SM100. Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play My photography website: Will Niccolls Photography  

We didn't expect it to be easy.  Expectations were met! Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play      

In today's show, I make the case that DC is one of the top mountain bike destinations you can find.  What do you think? Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play  

With the SM100 only a couple of weeks away, I talk about my final preparations and planning and mental state. Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Podcasts      

Mark Harris and Greg Pullyam of Adventure Enablers visited the studio to talk about their local mountain bike race series, Ride the Hump.  They also get me interested in adventure racing and give some tips on surviving endurance events.  Be sure to check out the Ride the Hump series at the link below--it benefits your local trail org, MORE, so let's build up another summer weeknight community oriented race community!   Ride the Hump Wednesday Races! Adventure Enablers Website Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play  

I did the Wilderness 101 metric distance race in Pennsylvania over the weekend. This is my story. Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play  

I updated listeners on my training progress, rant about science and journalism, and talk about bike tourism. BS NYT Article about remembering words Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage in NoVA? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

Ray Heinsman joins me to talk about teaching kids to ride bikes. He's got some great tips from his time this summer getting his and his neighbors kids of all ages out riding. If you want more information on youth biking, check these links. They'll open in a new window! Maryland NICA: Youth Mountain Bike Racing League Trails For Youth: Mentoring for at risk youth through outdoor experience s'MORES: Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiast's youth groups Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

In today's show, Kent Baake joined me to talk about his bike lodge in West Virginia, completing the Shenandoah Mountain 100 15 times. Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play Stay at Treasure Mountain Lodge and Bike Park!  

Saville Spain was transformed into a bike friendly city--I talk about how it was done in today's show! Need bike repair? Check out show sponsor Nova Cycleworks! Need a fantastic sports massage? Trimassage Therapeutic Massage by Tracey Dugdale Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play        

Trail ettiquete according to AMB, Strava extensions, and more in today's show. Thanks to our sponsor: Nova Cycleworks, a mobile bike repair service in Northern Virginia! Book online or call 703-239-3293 now!  Mention AngryMountainBiker for 10% off labor on your first appointment. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

Guest Dan Donohue, owner of Nova Cycleworks, visits the world headquarters of AMB to talk about life as a mobile bike mechanic, and why I should wash my bike more often. Enjoy! Nova Cycleworks Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

Kyle Bondo visits AMB Show world headquarters to talk about organizing a popular mountain bike race series and more. Wednesdays at Wakefield Information! Merchants of Dirt Podcast Podfader Podcast Trails for Youth

Today I'm reposting an old episode, meanwhile I'm working on a new, more highly produced show based on my trip to the Pisgah Stage Race last week.  Just takes longer to edit than my normal rambling, so stay tuned!   Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

In which I talk about my trip to Phoenix, review the long travel 29er from Santa Cruz, and talk about Fred Beckey, a legendary alpine climber and subject of Patagonia's  recent documentary, Dirtbag. Dirtbag, the movie.

In today's shorter than usual show, I make some important announcements and give some tips for getting faster going down hills! Alzheimer's Benefit Ride in Farmville VA! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play  

In today's show I break down Olympic rock climbing and why it presents challenges to US competitors.  And, I tease you with a bit of my appearance on Front Lines MTB, a great show out of Canada.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play Front Lines MTB Podcast

The Stokesville 60/40 ride (it's NOT a race, lol) was a fantastic day out riding bikes with friends and I more or less met my goals and expectations.  Hear about that, and a discussion of how to overcome a lack of self awareness in today's show! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play Planet Money episode on scientific reproducibility    

Today I talk about bottom bracket replacement, Bentonville AR, and the dumbing down of trails.  Here's a picture of my old threaded bottom bracket, the BBT-9 Park tool, and the insert for it that came with the new bottom bracket.  Here's my favorite DIY bearing press tool video Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

Today I do a long term review of the Pedaling Innovation Catalyst pedal, talk about the Stokesville 60/40 Lifestyle Ride, and a study on stereotype threat and how it affects motor learning. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play Wheelbuilding book Stokesville 60/40 Registration  

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Today I discuss goals, and the evolution of mine over my years in outdoor sports.  And, I give you a peak at my private life. Also, I invite you to the MORE Winter Membership Party. You DO NOT want to miss this! Members only, so get your membership (its cheap!) and come see me there! Event Info Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Google Play    

Sonya Looney is on the show today and we talk about endurance training, stage racing, plant based nutrition, and more.  Sonya has wins in some of the most competitive multi-day mountain bike stage races in the world, including the Breck Epic and Trans Andes. Find out more about Sonya at her website Or on her podcast here! Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play    

In today's show, Micheal Klasmeier, owner of Trailwerks Cyclery in Annapolis MD, joins me in studio for a wide ranging discussion. Michael talks about his time with Rockshox, getting Bacon Ridge trail built, what makes a hub good, and what to expect at his downhill coaching camps with Harlan Price in Snowshoe, West Virginia this summer. Trailwerks Cyclery Donate to MORE! Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play  

Today I break down 2017 according to Strava, my goals for 2018, and Garrett Hubbard throws down another hard hitting tech tip, along with a discount code for listeners on a suspensions service! Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play    

I break down a study about how the gut microbiome responds to exercise, a mistake "experts" make regarding endurance training, and Trailwerks Cyclery mechanic Brian Shannon calls in to talk about how salt from winter road treatments can wreak havoc on your bike, and how to mitigate it. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play Trailwerks Cyclery in Annapolis    

In studio today, Todd Robinson talks about living and biking in New Zealand.  We also break down what's In, and what's Out in mountain biking in 2018.  Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play Mountain Biking in Whakarewarea Forest, Rotorua Queen Charlotte Track  

Jen Everhard, Shenandoah Mountain 100 finisher, rode over 6000 miles in 2017, and still found time to do a 5 day bike mechanic class with UBI in Oregon.  She joined me in studio today to talk about her experience. United Bike Institute Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play    

In today's show learn some great tips for getting your butt out the door on these cold and dark days. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play    

In todays show: IMBA Epic rides announced, research on smiling while exercising, and more. IMBA Epics Sustainable Trail Coalition

Today, listener mailbag, then I break down IMBA's puzzling decision to submit testimony opposing the amendment to the Wilderness Act, HR 1349, which would allow bikes in areas designated as wilderness.   Text of bill Sustainable Trail Coalition IMBA's Q and A on their opposition testimony Subscribe on iTunes!

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Capital Cyclocross Classic to Benefit Lake Fairfax Trails Techy Riders Social Club Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play    

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Ernie Rodriguez, President of MORE and IMBA Board Member joins me in studio to talk about chapter relations with IMBA, some new trails opening, in the MD/VA/DC area, and more! Support MORE with Tees for Trails: Shirts by Club Ride!

Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts President Ernie Rodriguez in studio to discuss his appointment to the IMBA Board of Directors, chapter relations, and new initiatives locally and nationally for trail advocacy. MORE and Club Ride Join Forces with "Tees for Trails" MORE Website

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Let's talk about e-bikes, body armor, and helmets today, ok? Like and share! Frederick Watershed Trail Work Day Info Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play      

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Eugene Lee, far right, Corey Vezina, middle, and me on a snow trip in 2008.  You'll be remembered, my friend. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play Getting Your Girlfriend Into Mountain Biking

In today's show I talk about The Bike Lane and their trademark defense against a Leesburg brewery, and a grandmother that has been killing it on the BMX race circuit. Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play Gravity Soul Dual Slalom Shenandoah Mountain Bike Festival  

Moco Epic Shenandoah Mountian Bike Festival Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play    

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