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On the search for achieving the ultimate gnarvana! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

Josh Schaefer


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    Episode 100: It wasn't what we thought... But it was even better!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 99:40


    Wow episode 100 is here! What better way to celebrate than have some of the core gnar gnomies join like the Outlaw of Josey Wales, MTB Lawyer, The Mechanic, and Shreddy along with the fellas of Jarrod's Place! We recap all the things and take it in many different directions and had so much fun! It was originally with the whole SORBA board but that fell through... but fear not it will come soon. So crack one open and celebrate gnar gnation as we hit the big 100! Hit up fredballar@gmail.com for 10 percent off your shredstead stay in Pisgah. Use gnargnomies5 for 5 dollars off your day pass online booking.

    Episode 99: So close to the big 100

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 72:19


    Chase, The Mechanic, The Pilot, and the Gnomie chat on this pod as we lead up to the 100th episode! Can't believe we are almost there. We chit chat about night rides, Blue Ridge Adventure race, blanketing all of Blankets Creek, the hidden coffee spot, tow ropes, cockpit setups, crits, Starks, and many more things I can't remember.... Hope you enjoy Gnar Gnation! Brady Cockpit Video: https://youtu.be/TQN-i9Vk4XAEmail fredballar@gmail.com and use Gnar Gnomies for 10 percent off your stay at his Shredstead in Pisgah. Use Gnargnomies5 for 5 dollars off your day pass at Jarrod's place if you book online.

    Episode 98: What's the latest with the Gnar Gnomies?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 63:25


    I guess it is technically not a roundtable when it is just two people... So sit at the square table with MTB Lawyer and the Gnar Gnomie who chat about what is going on in our world. Rides: Buzzard's roost, Rocky Knob, Jarrod's Place, Tow strap rips, etc. Latest events: PTC Criterium, Roswell pedal day, DHSE, Shorties, Trail RangersLatest news: Bye bye Revel, Singletrack deals, MTB Lawyer new bike (keep it quiet), hidden easter egg, and people need to stop pooping on the floor at Sope... Use Gnargnomies when you email fredballar@gmail.com for a place to stay in Pisgah for 10% off. Use Gnargnomies5 for $5 off your day pass at Jarrod's when you book online.

    Episode 97: Pearse (The Gnarly Racer) and Reeve McNamara (The Gnarly Dad)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 76:33


    So please be patient on this one cause in the beginning the podcast breaks up some because yes I recorded this while driving.... Sorry but trust me it gets better as it goes farther in. We will have to have them on for round two in a more proper way, but in the meantime I hope you enjoy this awesome dynamic duo of Pearse who is crushing it at downhill and enduro racing and Reeve who is crushing it as the supportive Dad and in his own right gnarly mtb'er. Their father/daughter dynamic shines through on this one and can't wait to ride with them soon. Hope you enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/pearse_mtb/https://www.instagram.com/erareeve/

    Episode 96: Zach Berube - GA's top XC Racer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 69:16


    Slap that spandex on and gitchu an espresso cause we are going racing with Zach Berube. He hails from Marietta, GA and is an American cyclist competing at the national and international level for Contour Endurance and Fresh Bikes. Specializing in cross country mountain bike racing, he also competes in other disciplines including gravel and road. Zach has raced in major events and continues to grow as an athlete striving to perform at the highest level. We met him at the Dirty 30 and he did two full tours of Blankets in 2 hours! Hope you enjoy gnomies! https://www.instagram.com/zsberube/https://www.instagram.com/contour.racing/https://www.instagram.com/contour.endurance/https://www.instagram.com/freshbikeservice/Use Gnargnomies5 for 5 dollars off day pass at Jarrod's Place onlineUse Gnar Gnomies for 10% off stay at the Shredstead in Pisgah

    Episode 95: Josey's first MTB Race/SC Vala Review/SRAM Transmission Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 100:15


    We pack a lot into this episode as we cover Josey's first real MTB race ever, The Dirty 30 Blankets Creek race put on by Mountain Goat. We talk about his experience and podium finish! Then we go to the ride review of the Santa Cruz Vala E-Bike, and lastly MTB Lawyer's take on the SRAM Transmission drivetrain. Take it all in and enjoy my gnomies! Use Gnargnomies5 for $5 off your day pass at Jarrod's PlaceUse Gnar Gnomies when you email fredballar@gmail.com for 10% off his Shredstead place in Pisgah

    Episode 94: Our first official bike review! The Salsa Notch

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 69:09


    Thanks to Fresh Bikes we are now reviewing the latest and greatest MTB's on the market. First on the list was the Salsa Notch which you can get now on sale for only $3k from Fresh Bikes! That's right folks a full fledge legit EEB for $3k. Listen to hear the drawbacks and benefits from a mid to semi decent dad rider on his take. We also touch on the latest things going on in the MTB scene as always with our cohost The MTB Lawyer. Let er rip tater chip! https://www.freshbikeservice.com/Email gnargnomies to fredballar@gmail.com for 10% off his shredstead in BrevardUse Gnargnomies5 for 5 dollars off your day pass online at Jarrod's Place bike parkHope to see you at the Dirty 30 at Blankets Creek!

    Episode 93: Better late than never!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 90:38


    A good ole catch up podcast of many things. The MTB Lawyer and Chief Gnar Gnomie roll through current events, new happenings, buying used chamois, and our future bike review! Lots to catch up on in the MTB space so grab ya a listen! Sponsors: https://mtbatlanta.com/New app sign up! https://sorba.org/introducing-the-sorba-app/Email fredballar@gmail.com for 10% off his shredstead in Brevard when use Gnargnomies. https://www.bikereg.com/big-creek-shortieshttps://www.youtube.com/@MTBLawyerThe no alcohol thing we talked about. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hE72L7Rn3I&t=2595s

    Episode 92: Funniest MTB'er on the Internets - Scott Losse

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 80:41


    So cool to get in my opinion one of the funniest dudes on the interwebs related to mountain biking and outdoor rec, Scott Losse! We talked about him getting into mountain biking recently, his perspective on the sport, influencer life, pacific northwest life (duh), and went all over the place with our ADD tendencies. He had me laughing good and resisted letting out the hackling in the podcast but hope this has you rolling like it did for me chatting with this funny guy! https://www.instagram.com/scottlosse/ Don't forget to use Gnargnomies for 10% off when booking your Brevard Shredstead lodge rental by emailing fredballar@gmail.com

    Episode 91: Rattlesnake Bike Park Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 71:45


    We sit down with the MTB Lawyer to discuss his latest trip visiting one of the newest downhill shuttle parks in the southeast! We hear all the things and give you all the details. You can also check out the YouTube video he put up on his channel and listen to this while watching the vid to get the full experience. Now dropping! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VTUi-Spn6Y&t=6s https://rattlesnakebikepark.com/Email Gnar Gnomies to book the Shredstead in Brevard to fredballar@gmail.com

    Episode 90: The most interesting mountain biker in the world... Jeff Fisher!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 98:18


    Jeff Fisher is one of a kind. Been bike packing and touring since age 11, this dude has been obsessed on bikes for a long long time. He started in the 70's on some massive adventures around the world from Africa, Canada, across the USA, Nepal, Scandinavia, Alaska and on and on. Finding rad MTB everywhere in between. On top of that he owns 16 bikes currently, rides every day usually for 3 hours and of top of all of that is one of the OG's of the Wood trails we ride. He doesn't have social media or really anything online and we are only the 3rd time in his lifetime he has shared anything of his story publicly. If you want to hit him up I can put you in touch if you DM us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gnargnomies/ or at gnargnomies@gmail.com This is a real gem and we need 10 more episodes to cover this rad dude. I hope you enjoy hearing from this Gnar King! Don't forget if you want 10% off your Shredstead stay in Brevard to email fredballar@gmail.com for your booking!

    Episode 89: Benduro Hobbs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 84:41


    This dude doesn't need much of a title nor does one really fit him. If you have been around the GA MTB scene you have likely heard of him. Whether it is from his World Cup enduro days, working in the industry at bike shops, or for companies like Bike Fettish and Factor/Novatec/HT, making his own race course Rockcrusher, or just shredding the gnar Ben Hobbs gives a rad perspective. We learn about his story starting off in moto to now. We also discuss his thoughts on bikes, preferences, and his new gig with Troy Lee and Intense! Hope you enjoy hearing from a guy in the core mtb scene! https://www.instagram.com/benduro_hobbs/https://www.bikefettish.com/For 10% off a stay at the Shredstead in Brevard mention Gnar Gnomies when you email fredballar@gmail.com for your booking!

    Episode 88: A Gnome, a lawyer, a mechanic and a Chase sit around a table…

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 69:24


    Great getting our cohost The Lawyer and usual guest The Mechanic on, but we also got mystery man Chase from the MTB Brethren to hop on to a good ole fashion roundtable discussion. We discuss The Lawyer's latest injury and bike happenings, our first PAYING sponsor (SEE BELOW FOR THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER YALL!), some guys in our group committing to only Ebikes!?, Josey hitting the wood hard, latest trail rides, and avoiding crackheads in the woods at night! Tune in to get all the latest happenings!Sponsor:The Shred Stead aka Ballard Brevard Bikes Brews Bears Bungalow for rent!Contact Fred at fredballar@gmail.com to rent the dream house for MTB adventures now until June and mention Gnar Gnomies to get 10% off!- $165 a night, 2 night minimum- 4 guests $100 cleaning fee, 5+ guests $150 cleaning fee- No platform fees or taxes. Just Venmo and go!It is prime time this spring for riding so get the best house biking to downtown for Apre and biking right to the most famous Pisgah trails.

    Episode 87: Getting to know Philip Darden - Executive Director of SORBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 81:51


    There are many podcasts with Philip on them talking about SORBA stuff ie Trail Effects, Ride the Rebellion, SORBA Podcast, and so many more. I wanted to take a different approach and try to get the know the man behind the organization better. I hope you enjoy listening to one of the top dawgs behind our great organization for Southeast mountain biking! https://sorba.org/ https://www.instagram.com/sorba_main/ https://sorba.org/2025-sorba-summit/ https://hivepass.app/

    Episode 86: Dan Thrailkill, the Treasurer of SORBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 71:06


    We uncover the big news about SORBA breaking away from IMBA with Dan the Man! He brings a really cool fresh perspective to SORBA with his business and financial background, non profit experience and casual MTB'er. Being what he phrased as somewhat of an outsider of the industry he really looked at things in a different way to help pave the way for this big move. It was fun to get to know the guy behind SORBA but also him as a person. Got to know him originally as a fan of the podcast and him buying some merch from me near the trails. Was really cool to have him on and hope you enjoy! https://sorba.org/ https://www.instagram.com/popinnorthga/

    Episode 85: Stan Crane, President of NE GA SORBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 94:09


    What a treat it was to talk to Stan who has been in the mountain biking space a long time! We will need a part two of this soon as we only fit about half the discussions we wanted to. We chatted about everything from his early days when mountain biking barely existed, to current day and everything in between. We also touched on his trail work and being a USFS Certified Sawyer, favorite saws, favorite bikes and soooo much more. His group is also responsible for two of the most used mtb trail systems Chicopee and Jake/Bull MTN, along with 7 other trail systems. Catch ya a listen of this local legend! Disclaimer: This guest has a dry sense of humor. If you get offended by a comment he makes, it was probably a bad joke. His humor is like a dry red wine. You don't realize till the next day that you drank too much. https://www.negasorba.org/

    Episode 84: Happy New Year Roundtable With The Gnomies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 62:25


    Happy New Year Yall! We were a little behind on this one but life got in the way. We get fellow Gnomies The Lawyer (now MTB Laywer on YouTube), The Mechanic, and The Outlaw of Josey Wales to sit down with the Chief Gnar Gnome to look back on 2024 and what is ahead in 2025. We chat about favorite rides, stats, future rides, and a look on the podcast itself. Get your new year kicked off right and listen up! https://www.youtube.com/@MTBLawyer Use Gnargnomies5 at check out online for your day pass at Jarrod's Place Hit me up for Senior Shreddy's Airbnb in Brevard All inquiries whether questions for pod, apparel, or sponsorship email gnargnomies@gmail.com or DM on the Gram

    Episode 83: Standing Boy Trails with Blake Melton and Amy Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 72:23


    On episode 83 (I said 84 but ignore that ;)) we chat with the leaders of Standing Boy Trail system in Columbus GA! The buzz has been generating over these trails in our state and since I have heard such great things we had to get them on to hear the story of the trails, what they entail, and the stories of the individual leaders and their journey in mountain biking. I am super excited to visit this trail system after recording this and hope you are too! P.S. They said they don't do rain well so best if you visit after March! https://www.instagram.com/standingboytrails/ https://www.standingboy.org/ https://www.instagram.com/standinggirlmtbkr/ https://www.instagram.com/blake.csg/ Sponsors: Jarrod's Place use Gnargnomies5 for $5 off your day pass For Senior Shreddy's Airbnb in Brevard email gnargnomies@gmail.com Fox Factory SpokeX tell Hunter Gnar Gnomies sent ya!

    Episode 82: The Apparel Guy, Pete Lovelace of Booster Apparel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 58:43


    Happy New Year's Eve yall! What better way to celebrate than chat with the guy that helped me take Gnar Gnomies to the next level with branding, apparel and soon to be drumroll... an ecommerce site! Pete is an awesome riding buddy too with the Gnomies and MTB Brethren and it was fun to hear his story. We also were extra excited as this was recorded on the way to a big Brethren group ride at Bearhoti. So lube up those chains and get ready for this great episode! https://www.choosebooster.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lovelace_pete/ https://www.instagram.com/choosebooster/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 81: VP of Sorba CSRA Edwin Farnell! Mass destruction around FATS...

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 68:36


    Merry Christmas! I hope you listeners have your chainsaws gassed up and chain lube ready cause this one is about the mass destruction Sorba CSRA saw from Hurricane Helene. I had no idea how bad the Augusta, GA area got hit and man did they get hit bad. They are still trying to dig themselves out of the rubble, and we hear about the massive project Ed is facing to bring these trails, and community back to life. Hope you enoy! https://www.instagram.com/sorbacsra/ https://sorbacsra.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 80: Drew Blankenbecler from YouTube, PedalUp and Narrow Path Cycles!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 57:14


    We sat down with local boy legend Drew Blankenbecler to discuss his passion of all things MTB! We had a great ride together in Utah before this GA boy came back to the dirty south and talked about the move, his bike related companies, siyack shredits on YouTube, and on and on. Really enjoyed catching up with this ripper and catch you a listen now ya here?! Oh yeah and he dropped a new schweeet YouTube bike review on his channel and forgot to mention it lol. https://www.instagram.com/drew.blanks/ https://www.youtube.com/@drew.blanks https://www.instagram.com/narrowpathcycles/ https://www.instagram.com/pedalupbikes/ https://www.pedalupbikes.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 79: Between two coffees

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 75:37


    Sat down with returning guest David Chaney of Martha's Outpost to discuss many things mountain biking over some fresh coffee from Alma's coffee roasters in Woodstock/Canton area. It was a great discussion of trails (sneak peak at new thing for 2025), types of bikes in stable, frame materials, events, latest stories, and some good laughs. Hope you enjoy this one as much as I enjoyed recording it! https://www.instagram.com/marthasoutpost/ https://www.instagram.com/chaney_david/ https://www.marthasoutpost.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 78: Annual tradition with the Groms!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 20:40


    Last year did a pod with the kiddos and they wanted to do it again over Thanksgiving, so I reckon this is becoming an annual tradition. FYI this was very spur of the moment, intro music wasn't uploading, was in a food turkey coma, couple drinks in, no direction, kids wanted to do it so bad and froze up a bit when on the spot, but hey they wanted to be famous so hope you enjoy hearing from the groms! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 77: Thankful to get Links off the Golf Course and on the Dirt!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 64:25


    Happy Thanksgiving yall! In this episode we met with our buddy Rob aka Links as he has found the gnar! How is he navigating getting into mountain biking while balancing his golf addiction, work, family, etc? Also he got bit by the e-bike bug... Tune in to find out his story and more questions for another newbie mtb'er. We are spreading the Gnarvana down here in GA for sure! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 76: Atlanta Bike Shed

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 70:40


    We interview Sam from the Atlanta Bike shed and discuss his new awesome business (mobile and can come to you on bike with trailer and repair kit). We also chat about his love for steel bikes, cargo bikes, all types of biking, commuting, etc. He also has a speciality in custom wheel building! Is it worth it? Have a listen and find out! https://www.atlbikeshed.com/  and we're on fedi @bikeshed@theatl.social(https://theatl.social/@bikeshed). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 75: The Gnome finally shreds out West!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 85:17


    I sit down with Shreddy to discuss my latest trip to Salt Lake City, Utah and the MTB ride I did out there. We also discuss latest rides, future rides, and a bunch of random thoughts. Hope you enjoy this good ole fashion round table (but with only 2 Gnomies this time). Crack a cold one and enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/gnargnomies/ Use Gnargnomies5 on Jarrod's Place website when buying a pass for $5 off a day ticket. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 74: Sorba Woodstock - Nikki Adams and Jay Wilkes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 107:17


    So we all know Blankets Creek is one of the best MTB trails in the greater Atlanta metro area, but who are the people behind it? What is the story? The history? The Future? Well we got the President (Nikki Adams) and Treasurer (Jay Wilkes) to tell us all about it! And not just Blankets Creek but also Rope Mill and ahem... a new mtb trail system!!!! So tune in and learn all about it, as I definitely learned a ton! https://www.sorbawoodstock.org/ https://www.instagram.com/sorba_woodstock/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 73: Like Father Like Son, Aiden Carder!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 68:49


    So after chatting with DJ and hearing stories of his son Aiden, I had to have this young racer get on the podcast as well to share his story! Aiden started racing at a young age, so young they had to lie to get him into races and he still rocked them. He was on a bike probably before he could walk. It was great to hear a perspective from someone who has grown up around the sport and living in a mountain biking mecca. So as Aiden says "Ride fast and don't crash!" and sit back and enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/acarder08/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 72: Shawn Brunner of Fresh Bikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 93:05


    The Lawyer and I sit down with Shawn Brunner of Fresh Bikes to unpack his love of the sport, starting out working at a shop from the ground up, to working for Yeti, then on to founding his own bike shop right outside of Big Creek. Oh and I just bought an e-bike from him! There is a lot discussed here and you will hear the passion come out of this dude throughout. Now get in that flow state and enjoy! https://www.freshbikeservice.com/ https://www.instagram.com/freshbikeservice/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 71: Post Quick 6 Race Shakedown with the Gnomies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 69:54


    We got the Gnomies together for a post race recap at Cultivation Brewing. Listen in to hear about all the crazy happenings from getting the trails race ready after the hurricane, pre riding (breaking stuff) and racing to end up sweeping the podiums! Hope you enjoy! P.S. People been asking how to buy Gnar Gnomies Merch. You can email me at gnargnomies@gmail.com or on instagram. Just need your address and can use Venmo or cash. If local to Atlanta area can meet up to deliver the goods! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 70: DJ Carder of Blue Mountain Bikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 73:57


    On this episode we sat down with DJ Carder of Blue Mountain Bikes out of Blue Ridge, GA. So cool to hear the history of MTB, as DJ goes way back in the scene and amazing to learn about how Blue Mountain Bikes came to be so organically. Not to mention this guy and his crew are always giving back to the community! Hope you enjoy! For Western NC Hurricane Relief DJ is taking donations through @Casey-Eaton-11 on Venmo Their work so far: https://youtu.be/Iwo4REgtElo?si=Aj_z1oUTA5lrbb5v https://www.instagram.com/bluemtnbikes/ https://www.instagram.com/carder83/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 69: Getting to know Lonnie Milligan, Rambo XC Trail Director

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 79:28


    How timely of an episode! We sat down with Lonnie after the aftermath of the hurricane as we were getting ready to prepare for the Quick 6 race. (Spoiler alert it happened) Get to know this hard working man who took our trails to the next level! https://www.instagram.com/milliganmade/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 68: Electrical Mountain Bicycles Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 31:47


    This is the second half of the conversation post Jarrod's Place rip with The Mechanic, The Lawyer and Shreddy. Hear some final thoughts on e-biking and make sure your power bill is paid off! Jarrod's Place discount code: Gnargnomies5 for $5 off day pass contact us at gnargnomies@gmail.com or on our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gnargnomies/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 67: The controversial topic... E-Bikes Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 49:38


    Okay you know it was bound to happen at some point right?! Now a few Gnomies have gotten E-Bikes so this type of riding seems to be catching on... We can't ignore it anymore so lets just hit it head on with The Lawyer, The Mechanic, and Shreddy! P.S. This is part 1 mainly due to the fact I can't figure out how on Riverside to upload multiple audio recordings per episode (face palm) so if you know hit me up. Also it was a little long so probably makes sense in a two parter lol. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 66: The next special guest is drumroll... Me!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 75:29


    Listeners have been asking who is the Gnar Gnomie?! Well now you can find out. We chat about how I got obsessed with MTB, losing weight, different bikes and trails, and soooo much more. Join me and Josey has he drills me with questions that he and our listeners have. Rock on Gnar Gnation! Use discount code Gnargnomies5 at checkout online for 5 dollars off Jarrod's Place pass! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 65: Post Leadville Race Breakdown with The Murray Bros and some other Brethren

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 64:45


    This episode is coming at you from our local brewery Cultivation. We sit down with the Murray Bros (El Chapo and The One Liner) along with some other MTB Brethren to hear about their experience at the famous Leadville MTB race. Now that they have had time to internalize it (and recover from a hospital visit...) we look back at the crazy stories and experiences they went through from start to finish! Enjoy Gnar Gnation! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 64: Ben Loecken of Sunday House Productions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 43:23


    Get your cameras out cause we got Ben Loecken on of Sunday House Productions who makes some siyack edits! We got to know Ben through the MTB Brethren and not only does this guy mountain bike but he also has an awesome video production company. Sit down with us to learn about his world travels, trail rides, and being a full time film maker and videographer. Hope you enjoy my Gnomies! https://sundayhouseproductions.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sundayhouse.productions/ https://www.instagram.com/benloecken/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 63: The Wilderness Father AKA Austin Nicholas

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 51:26


    We are taking a detour on this podcast to highlight a buddy of mine who is gnarly in his own right. Has traveled the world, done ultra hiking/climbing/endurance trail running, big hunter/fisherman, forager, influencer and outdoors extraordinaire. We even discuss his latest recent hobby of offroad e-biking to accomplish his adventures in the wild! Enjoy Gnomies! https://www.instagram.com/wilderness_father/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 62: Stuart Thiel AKA Stuey The Sender of Rambo/Quick 6 Enduro

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 67:13


    Getting close to that big Quick Six Enduro Race so what better time to bring on one of the main head honchos of Rambo and The Quick Six Stu!!!!!! We discuss his own riding, getting trails sanctioned, volunteering, the grind, running the Quick Six and being the VP of Rambo, and of course all the changes coming up for this years siyack race! Grab ya a listen! https://www.instagram.com/stuey_the_sender/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/bcfreeride https://www.facebook.com/groups/1499396338122955 https://www.rambo-mtb.org/ Survey to sanction Simpsonwood Park MTB trails! https://us13.list-manage.com/survey?u=814ba5219e2d78585772d9570&id=27a3b4fcd9&e=6d3e6ece5b --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 61: Charlie Golwyn of Southern Gravity DH

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 76:25


    We are back to racing. We got Charlie Golwyn of Southern Gravity DH race team to join us on the podcast to share his story of getting into MTB, racing DH at a high level, steel bikes, injuries, and preparing to go to the World Cup big leagues! Our own local speed racer is making us proud and going full time pro! https://www.instagram.com/charlieprofilebmx/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nr_4EieCKBk His sponsors: https://www.instagram.com/southern_gravity/ https://www.instagram.com/srammtb/ https://www.instagram.com/rockshox/ https://www.instagram.com/jarrods_place/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 60: So many Gnomies Searching for their Rocky Mtn High

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 89:32


    Josey and I have a roundtable with Shreddy, The Mechanic, and El Chapo on all their Colorado adventures and live vicariously through them while we bake down here in GA humidity. Sorry we are late on this one but better late than never! Enjoy my Gnomies! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 59: El Chapo is getting ready for Leadville!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 57:41


    We sit down and talk with El Chapo aka Stephen Murray aka the Leader/Founder of MTB Brethren to discuss his training for one of the hardest MTB races. LEADVILLE! It is a grueling all day 100 mile, 12k climbing at 13k elevation ride and his training rides have been pretty epic for it. Check it out! https://www.instagram.com/murray_stephen/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 58: The Gnar Queen... MTB Coach/Guide and World Traveler Caro McCarley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 80:30


    What a treat to talk with Caroline McCarley who is Gnar Gnomies semi co host The Lawyer's wife's, sister's college roomate lol. She left her big time corporate gig producing for HGTV, Food Network, Travel Channel, and so on for the MTB Gnar life. She now travels the world with her husband, the famous trail builder Shaggy, and does MTB coaching/guiding. It was rad for The Lawyer and myself to sit down with her for a chat, enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/caromccarley/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 57: The Dynamic Biking Duo - Pippa of Piedmont and Todd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 68:39


    We tracked down the Dynamic Duo of biking Pippa of Piedmont (a dog) and Todd Steigerwalt (a human) who bike all around Atlanta together. You will not miss them as they are usually wearing brightly colored matching kit and goggles, rocking out to a Fast and Furious soundtrack, and turning heads having fun on bikes. On this episode we learn where this came about and Todd's love of all things bike! Enjoy my Gnomies! https://www.instagram.com/pippaofpiedmont/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 56: "I bought a mountain bike... now what do I do?!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 88:15


    We interviewed a new rider to MTB Taylor Sandusky aka Soap. He shares with us all his learnings getting into this sport and where his head is at. You get amazing insight into a new rider that can help serious riders getting their buddies into it and new riders make them feel not alone. I hope you enjoy this rad episode as much as I did. Now lets gear up and listen to Soaps journey into the MTB arena!!!! https://www.instagram.com/tsandusky1/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 55: The ole bait and switch, Into the Gnar!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 54:10


    In episode 55 The Mechanic and I hit Pine Mountain and give you the pre and post ride coverage. Lets go Into the Gnar! The CamJam! https://www.amazon.com/Nite-Ize-CamJam-Cord-Tightener/dp/B0CKFP3BFZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YPX5JGBCWZ9D&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ZDSBjSu7142xTGLcgDRL4eWJMKKXiCaPw6_E-hodbblwMMjRgHsPhZ1-V-h9BR0l4uyU5i-K6oxZqJQJw8zNclWkl_IO39099IXUddFSiXk494pEcmrwcu7jIQzdIXUGBPmQcRDFNmE_NRk8kbu439pmNyuAQ02nMVILpHK32zLQmeK1z_YZN30C0aRMzgo64_t-HCi-kB6laYlP072GcUXazvDrUuVGGgHPUMGD0tYyP6G4kG-LuwcgARImN-vhg2pHavTIcI5s6yWbRk5x8vQBGfy7DnVS9W4aJvwZqMw.sh2Y5GNrpfI-zLdODNAmILcBNhObGaTryRa3Ssu9Uaw&dib_tag=se&keywords=time+atacize+camjam+cord+tightener&qid=1719345234&sprefix=time+atacize+camjam+cord+tightener%2Caps%2C367&sr=8-1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 54: The Gnarly Adventurer/Pro Whitewater Kayaker Isaac Levinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 87:37


    This episode spans all types of Gnar! I got the opportunity to catch up with one of my best friends from high school and we had a lot to talk about. He has been a professional kayaker for many years spanning team USA, massive waterfall drops, etc. but also loves all adventure xtreme sports like mountain biking, skiing, paragliding, climbing, hydra-foiling, and so much more. I hope you get a kick out of this as much as I did! https://www.instagram.com/isaaclevkayak/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 53: Bikes on a Boat Part Dos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 58:00


    Well here is the second half to our epic Stanley Gap Gnar Gnomies Spectacular Excursion! Hope you enjoy the good vibes coming out of this episode! To see some pics! https://www.instagram.com/gnargnomies/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 52: Bikes on a Boat Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 79:48


    Well the Gnar Gnomies are out for our 2024 inaugural enduro day at Stanley Gap (plus some extra goodies) and yes we are ending it on a boat!!! This was put on by The Mechanic, joined by the Freehand Route Drawer, and The Accountant. The is the pre show before the ride. Tune in next week for the post ride! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 51: Got the man behind the joysticks, Will Zierden Head Trail Builder of Jarrod's Place

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 78:51


    We were able to catch Will between moving dirt during his lunch break to hear his story of getting into becoming the lead trail builder for GA's first shuttle bike park! This guys has to be one of the youngest guys to do this job and pretty rad to hear how he got into it! Check it out yall! https://www.instagram.com/willzierden/ https://www.instagram.com/theboysofjarrodsplace/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheBoysofJarrodsPlace https://jarrodsplacebikepark.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

    Episode 50: Greg Goad, the listing agent for Mulberry Gap!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 86:29


    Scheeeewwwww Greg is the outdoor recreation renaissance King! He has his hands in everything from MTB, MTB real estate! (He is the listing agent for Mulberry Gap!), fly fishing, skiing, one wheeling, trail running, and much much more. I wish had hours to talk to this guy as he has tons of stories and experiences spanning Montana to GA. Tune in to listen to the Canton/Woodstock outdoorsman guru! https://www.instagram.com/goadhomepartners/ https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicwolfpack/ https://goadhomepartners.com/ https://www.mulberrygap.com/big-news-faq https://www.youtube.com/@GregGoadBestLifeAtlanta --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-schaefer/support

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