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Max Jakubowski war das deutsche Gesicht von GMBN (Global Mountain Bike Network) und prägte mit seiner Leidenschaft und Expertise die deutschsprachige Mountainbike-Community. Mit seinem authentischen Stil und tiefem Verständnis für den Sport inspirierte er unzählige Zuschauer und trug maßgeblich zum Erfolg des Kanals bei. Nach dem plötzlichen Ende von GMBN widmet er sich seinem neuen YouTube Kanal "Max auf deutsch" und bleibt daher weiterhin eine wichtige Stimme der Szene. Innerhlab kurzer Zeit hat er sich eine sehr große Zuschauerschaft erarbeitet und teilt hier einige Tipps, wie man es schafft auf YouTube erfolgreich zu sein. Neben seiner Arbeit als Moderator und Content Creator hat Max Jakubowski auch als Racer auf sich aufmerksam gemacht. Ob bei Enduro- oder Downhill-Rennen – er brachte nicht nur beachtliche Ergebnisse nach Hause, sondern zeigte auch, dass er ein leidenschaftlicher Wettkämpfer ist. Seine Rennkarriere half ihm, die technischen und mentalen Herausforderungen des Sports besser zu verstehen, was er wiederum in seine Inhalte einfließen ließ.

Today we're joined by Neil Donoghue. While many now recognise Neil as a familiar face and presenter for GMBN, his journey started long before his YouTube fame. Neil was part of a group of UK riders handpicked and supported by Steve Peat through Royal Racing. In this episode, we delve into Neil's career as a World Cup downhill racer, exploring the highs, the challenges, and what ultimately led him to step away from the race circuit. Neil opens up about rebuilding his life and career, transitioning into a respected coach and enduro racer, why the EWS didn't quite click for him, and what eventually drew him into the ever-evolving world of YouTube. We also dive into the explosive growth of GMBN, the shifting landscape of mountain bike media, and Neil's thoughts on topics like injury recovery, e-bike technology, and much more. So, it's time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Neil Donoghue. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here. You can follow Neil on Instagram @neildonoghue. Podcast Stuff Magura If you want to win a pair of Magura's new Gustav Pro brakes, then head over to my instagram and find the Gustav Pro post where Danny MacAskill shows what the brakes can do on some crazy slabs. Make sure you follow @downtimepodcast and @magura_bike on instagram and comment #sizematters on the post before midnight GMT on 7th December when we will choose a winner at random. You can see more of the new Gustav Pro over at Magura.com. Patreon I would love it if you were able to support the podcast via a regular Patreon donation. Donations start from as little as £3 per month. That's less than £1 per episode and less than the price of a take away coffee. Every little counts and these donations will really help me keep the podcast going and hopefully take it to the next level. To help out, head here. Merch If you want to support the podcast and represent, then my webstore is the place to head. All products are 100% organic, shipped without plastics, and made with a supply chain that's using renewable energy. We now also have local manufacture for most products in the US as well as the UK. So check it out now over at downtimepodcast.com/shop. Newsletter If you want a bit more Downtime in your life, then you can join my newsletter where I'll provide you with a bit of behind the scenes info on the podcast, interesting bits and pieces from around the mountain bike world, some mini-reviews of products that I've been using and like, partner offers and more. You can do that over at downtimepodcast.com/newsletter. Follow Us Give us a follow on Instagram @downtimepodcast or Facebook @downtimepodcast to keep up to date and chat in the comments. For everything video, including riding videos, bike checks and more, subscribe over at youtube.com/downtimemountainbikepodcast. Are you enjoying the podcast? If so, then don't forget to follow it. Episodes will get delivered to your device as soon as it's available and it's totally free. You'll find all the links you need at downtimepodcast.com/follow. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google and most of the podcast apps out there. Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo - Global Mountain Bike Network

We chat about how he got into riding as a teenager, how he bounced back and forth chasing summer in the UK and New Zealand for years, his time as a World Cup mechanic, why he left GMBN, some of his endurance feats including an attempt at the FKT riding across all of New Zealand and riding 1,000,000 feet in a year, and much more. Henry's an incredibly introspective person and so this was a really interesting conversation.  

On this episode sponsored by OZ Trails, Neil Donoghue from Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) joins us to talk about his visit to the Mountain Biking Capital of the World. Here for Bentonville Bike Fest 2023, the GMBN team will be all around town throughout the weekend. Also hear from Neil on his tips for riding trails for the first time in Bentonville, advice for young mountain bike content creators, and what videos we can expect to see on the GMBN channel at the conclusion of their visit. 

We're a little worried about some of the things we're hearing about the bike industry right now. A combination of Covid, external factors and global economies seem to have supply and demand reeling! Martyn sat down with Doddy and Sandy for a hot take on the situation.

I was so honoured to sit down and talk with Matthew Fairbrother in the latest episode of the podcast. Even though he has only just turned 18, his attitude and wisdom are beyond his years. We sat down and chatted about his decision to bike pack the ews season, how it all went and what it was like seeing his name in the top ten. It was amazing chatting to him and his story was extremely motivating.   Thanks to our sponsors:    Trek- Trek have been making bike s since 1976 and since then they have been pushing what can be done with a bike. There is a reason that some of the best like brandon semenuk, Reece Wilson, Valli Hoel, Harriet Burbridge, Mike Ross and caroline buchanan ride them, they bloody rip. I am stoked to have them on board this year as we begin to grow at a huge rate.    Tailored Trails-  Tassie's specialist for state-wide transfers, private group shuttles, and all-inclusive packages. Operating on all the major mountain bike networks in Tasmania - including Derby, Maydena, St Helens, and the West Coast. Dedicated private group operator that caters for groups of up to 18 people with custom-built shuttle trailers and racks. Take the hassle out of your next Tassie trip, and let Tailored Trails take care of the logistics and planning. Rider owned and operated.  NSDynamics- The premier suspension service centre in Australia. The guys there have been doing this for over 20 years and know how to make your suspension feel better than new. Every time I have got my suspension back from these guys I can't believe how much better it works. They are masters of suspension magic! View their range here  Frank'd MTB Apparel- USE CODE BEYONDTHETAPE10 Frankd is a premium MTB apparel company based in WA. They are at the cutting edge when it comes to lightweight racing jerseys, durable shorts and their designs are super eye-catching. If you would like to support their use, BEYONDTHETAPE at checkout for 10% off  Dirt Surfer- USE CODE BEYONDTHETAPE Dirt Surfer mudguards are made of 100% Recycled materials and are one hundred per cent recyclable. Get one of there unique designs or one of your own designs on your bike now to make it your own.  Krush Oz- https://www.krushoz.com/ Krush Oz is 100% Australian made bike cleaner and degreaser. The best in the biz at getting your bike super clean.  Fist- USE CODE BEYONDTHETAPE    Fist make the best gloves ever. That's all I need to say. 

In this episode, Martyn Ashton chats with Nils from Rider Resilience about his story and how mountain biking can help combat adversity. Rider Resilience hopes that having a vast pool of inspirational content can help to foster or regain resilience and positivity in people, that it will serve to appreciate the good things in life and become an ever-growing impetus to once again get out and ride.

Happy 60th birthday to us! To celebrate this monumental occasion we invited GMBN presenter and friend of the podcast Rich Payne along for the ride. During the epsiode Rich talks about racing his first Enduro World Series since 2019, his job at GMBN, riding with legends on a daily basis, bear attacks, podium picks and much more! *Please note this episode was recorded on 22nd of August and Olly and Davi will chat downhill world champs on the next epsiode.  Episode Sponsors:- COMPEX make the best recovery tools in the game. Head on over to COMPEX.COM and enter code THERIDECOMPANION for 20% off everything on the store! How about 30days FREE bike insurance? Just enter code RIDECOMPANION30 over on laka.co and just like magic, you'll be saving and protecting!   Whatsapp the TRC HOTLINE with your videos +44 7849860510 Get NEW merch & Pre Ride Roast coffee! https://theridecompanion.co.uk   Follow #TheRideCompanion and check out Olly Wilkins & The Ride Companion on social media! Olly Wilkins: Instagram / YouTube The Ride Companion: Instagram / YouTube SHOW PARTNERS // Focus Bikes @Focusbikes, Focus Bikes on YouTube hktproducts.co.uk Enter promo code 'PODCAST' for 10% off the entire site. Enjoying the Ride Companion?PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, SHARE AND SPREAD THE LOVE.

Blake Samson is a presenter for GMBN, pro mountain biker, and one of the nicest guys you could hope to meet. Blake joined us to discuss the joys and grind of content creation, working for GMBN (Global Mountain Bike Network), injuries, moving from Zimbabwe to the UK, and his various projects such as building bikes, modifying camper vans, and constructing his own bike cave.

This week we are joined by Sandy Plenty from The Trailhead bicycle company. Sandy has worked in bike shops almost all of his life and has built one of the best bike shops in the UK with a great community focus. We find out how E-Bikes saved his shop, his thoughts on EMTBs Vs MTBs and why he sold one of the most iconic bikes of all time from his personal connection. 

The Ben 'Deakinator' Deakin story is one that is very different from the traditional way in which people become pro mountain bikers. From former Royal Marine Commando to MTB Professional Influencer in a matter of just a couple of years and a catchphrase that you just can't forget! #OiOi 

This week Martyn is joined by Nigel Page, masters downhill extraordinaire and team manager of the Nukeproof Sram Factory Racing Team (formerly CRC Mavic and team Chain Reaction Cycles). What is it like to manage a team with some superstar EWS athletes and how what is the role of a team manager in their success? 

Martyn sits down for a chat with FMB Champion and Youtube Sensation and life-long friend Sam Pilgrim to chat about his beginnings in mountain biking and how it's not always a good idea to listen to the teacher! 

This week, we've had a visit from Chris Akrigg so that Martyn can talk to someone about Trials (who actually wants to listen!). We've also got a great announcement that Chris will be one of the cycling superstars joining us at the Global Bike Festival, Saalbach from June 16th to the 19th! 

Whilst over filming for the latest Dirt Shed Show, Martyn thought he'd revive the GMBN Podcast, and what better guest to kick things off (again) than Grant Fielder. Chopper, the godfather of the UK scene was a kid who was good at everything, so what was it that made bikes stick? 

Blake Samson joins Olly Wilkins and Davi for episode 30 of The Ride Companion. During the episode Blake shares some very personal stories about growing up in Zimbabwi and how he came to live in the UK. Blake also talks about his come up in the mountain bike industry, his first sponsorship deals, YouTube, how he came to work for Global Mountain Bike Network. plus much more. Big thanks to Blake for joining us for this episode and for being so open and honest about his life. It's really a fascinating story... Follow Blake Samson @zimblake COMPEX is the world leader in portable muscle stimulators and sports therapy devices. From the incredible COMPEX MINI through to massage guns, braces and pain relief tools the products are second to none. You can get 20% OFF site wide by entering code THERIDECOMPANION at checkout! Follow #TheRideCompanion And check out Olly Wilkins & The Ride Companion on social media! Olly Wilkins: Instagram / YouTube The Ride Companion: Instagram / YouTube SHOW SPONSORS // Focus Bikes @Focusbikes, Focus Bikes on YouTube www.hktproducts.co.uk Instagram, Facebook Enter promo code 'PODCAST' for 10% off the entire site. Enjoying the Ride Companion?PLEASE SHARE AND SPREAD THE LOVE.

To use the parlance of our times, it's been a minute! Ruaridh and Ric have returned from nearly a month on the road with the opening four rounds of the Enduro World Series 2021 now in the history books. There's been a lot to talk about too... the Pro Women's championship has (as we predicted) really caught fire with no fewer than three different winners plus heartbreak for a certain Canadian. The Pro Stage cometh! What difference did a single stage of racing with championship points up for grabs the evening before the full course make? There was also the (already) epic saga of Richie Rude vs. Jack Moir, what was eating Sam Hill and GOOD FRIENDS OF THE PODCAST Charlie Murray and Zak Johansen's debut podiums! Also discussed: the Santa Cruz Megatower, church pews, collapsing roofs, Rain Man and cheese. For all our regular listeners, apologies for the lack of episodes during the last few weeks. The double rounds were hectic and with so much time spent visiting local pharmacies to get tested and travelling we never got a chance to sit down and record a podcast. Hopefully we can back into our regular weekly routine now. For all the video action from the first four rounds of the season, check out GMBN. Keep up to date with all the latest action and news from the Enduro World Series here.

We interview the TRIALS KING and GMBN presenter, Martyn Ashton! - Is he a mountain biker or a trials rider? We take him back to dig deep into the story of Martyn's biking career! - Also available on YouTube.

The GMBN Podcast is back with a very special guest, none other than Brook Macdonald! Listen now as he and Martyn discuss his crash and injury at Mont St Anne 2019, his surgery and the recovery steps that followed, and getting back on the bike for 2020's shortened season.

Just like that, the weekends racing in Finale Ligure marks the end of the Enduro World Series 2020 season. Ric, Ruaridh, and Duncan recap all the action, speculate on signings over the off season, and discuss the changes in bike setup over the years

Neil is joined by Ric McLauglin and Duncan Philpott as they recap all the action from the weekends racing of the penultimate round of the 2020 Enduro World Series. Sudden thunderstorms meant a change in conditions for finals, the French riders had a field day, and a couple of crashes meant early baths for Martin Maes and Robin Wallner. Listen now for all the details

If you spend some time on YouTube and you are into bikes, Scotty will most probably be a familiar name for you!! After his EWS career, the Scot from Stirling has decided to let the spectators follow him in his life on the bike, his travels and adventures through his YouTube channel. After his time as being a presenter at GMBN and developing his own media channels, Scotty has been an influencer and ambassador for many companies in and outside the bike scene for a couple of years now. What moves him and what are his plans for the future - find out in this episode of PUMPED!

The GMBN Podcast returns along with the first round of the 2020 Enduro World Series and EWS-E from home of the Toblerone - Zermatt, Switzerland. Neil and Ric bring you a recap of the weekend's racing; discussing the challenges of holding an event during a pandemic, the less than ideal conditions and how the riders dealt with them, and talk the significance of the inaugural EWS-E event.

A wise racer once said, "enjoy every win--they don't happen that much." This couldn't be more true. The reality of racing though is that most of us will never win a race. But does this really mean we aren't a good athlete? And if we do happen to win, are we a great athlete? Matt shares his thoughts from his win last weekend. Also on this week's show, we get back to our normal segments, discussing Will's crazy training, the BrakeAce press release covered by Pinkbike and GMBN, and the possibility of a virtual TdF in TWISTWTA. ------ MASTERCLASS: Using Sports Science to Train More Effectively: https://www.performanceadvantagepodcast.com/ Follow Dr Matt on Instagram http://bit.ly/2GqPs9s Follow Dr Will on Instagram https://link.drwillo.com/instagram Dr Will's YouTube channel https://link.drwillo.com/youtube Listen to the podcast: http://bit.ly/2ZzgiDV Sign-up for the Endurance Training Hub http://bit.ly/2UJeqXf Getting coaching with Dr Will http://bit.ly/31Ei5s2 Get FREE MTB Training Plans https://smartmtbtraining.com/mtb-training Getting coaching with Dr Matt https://mtbphd.com/

In this episode of the GMBN Podcast Martyn speaks with Nike Athlete and Instagram sensation Jake100, talking about how wheelies and riding bikes can bring communities together, the #bikelife scene, and his new project @downtoride 

Sam Pilgrim is the special guest in this episode of the GMBN Podcast! Listen now as he and Martyn chat about his early career, becoming FMB Champion, and reaching a million subscribers on YouTube.

The Behind The Bike series aims to open the doors to bike brands and, introduce you to the people who help bring specific bikes to the market. On this episode I chat with three members of Canyon's product development and marketing team to find our more about the start to finish journey of a new bike model. First on the podcast I was joined by Daniel Oster, Director of the gravity product range who explains his day to day job, keeping an eye on marketing trends and bringing a new bike to market. Moritz Stroer explains the development of Canyon's 'shapeshifter' technology and Jack Noy discusses how important Canyon's UK HQ is to support customers, arrange demo events and UK specific marketing. Episode links:- Inside Canyon by Bike Radar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KepKZ80DCM The all new Canyon Strive by GMBN https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4F0rjzzBgZA Follow Canyon:- Web - www.canyon.com Instagram - @Canyon Facebook - Canyon Twitter - @canyon_bikes www.hktproducts.co.uk Instagram, Facebook, Twitter 

In this episode of the GMBN Podcast Rich is joined by none other than Gee Atherton. Listen now as they reminisce over school days in Somerset, chat about Gee's involvement with Dyfi Bike Park and Atherton Bikes, and Rich finds out if anyone has ever tried to split the Atherton family up. 

Henry and Jordi Cortes of Fox talk all things suspension, the development of Fox's RAD program, geometry, and interpreting the suspension demands of world's best racers in this episode of the podcast. There were some technical difficulties due to the remote nature of recording this podcast, we hope they're not too distracting. Enjoy.

In this Episode of the GMBN Podcast Steve chats with the fastest man in Downhill mountain biking, Loic Bruni; about the current French domination of the sport, his massive crash in Fort William, his fondness of tight trousers, and more.

On the GMBN podcast this week we're joined by the G.O.A.T, Greg Minnaar. Listen now as we hear his thoughts on the COVID-19 situation and it's effect on the World Cup season, some of his stories of the circuit from back in the day, his involvement in the Honda team and development of the bike, and what he would be doing if his wasn't a mountain biker. Enjoy.

On this Episode of the GMBN Podcast Neil is Joined by Spanish Enduro Racer Iago Garay. Listen now as they talk about the COVID-19 lockdown in Spain, the effect on the bike industry, and the upcoming Enduro World Series.

Neil is joined by EWS host Ric McLaughlin on the GMBN podcast as we announce our partnership with them for the coming season! Listen now as they chat everything from Cross Country to Downhill, Mathieu Van Der Poel to Sam Hill, the Olympics and the year to come!

Martyn is joined by Oli Beckingsale in this episode of the GMBN podcast; a Cross Country rider who took part in the 2000, 2004, and 2008 Olympic Mountain Biking.  They discuss what it takes to become an Olympic Athlete, the change in the process and event over the years, and whether British Cycling is biased towards Track cycling.

On this episode of the GMBN podcast Henry is joined by Pole Bicycles founder and designer, Leo Kokkonen.  Listen now as they discuss progressive geometry, the lack of carbon in Pole's line up, and the direction of the mountain bike industry.  Follow Leo on Instagram here: @leo_kokkonen

This week on the podcast Henry is joined by EWS racer Greg Callaghan; listen now as they talk team changes, negotiating contract law as a mountain biker, getting used to new equipment, and making the switch from privateer to factory rider.

Rich Payne was the star of our EWSorBUST video & podcast series until he disappeared off the face of the earth. Where did he go? Well, the truth is he was offered the position as the new presenter at GMBN and, was going through some big changes in his personal life.  Here's the full story...  We both want to ensure we say a huge thank you to everybody who supported, listened and engaged with the EWSorBUST season in the three years we worked on it. Follow The Rich Payne :- Instagram - @payner25 HUGE thanks to our sponsors Natural Leaf CBD, WORX and SAXX for supporting the podcast. Along with Zeb for providing the music. Be sure to check them out on the links below: Natural Leaf CBD www.naturalleafcbd.co.uk, Instagram Enter code HKTPOD10 for 10% online SAXX Underwear www.SAXXunderwear.com, Instagram, Facebook, WORX worx-europe.com, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter www.hktproducts.co.uk Instagram, Facebook, Twitter  Enter promo code 'PODCAST' for 15% off all HKT Protect frame protection!

This week we sit down with Olly Wilkins to ask about him growing up in the UK’s famous Surrey Hills. Why has it produced so many UK pros? Does he ride illegal trails? Does the UK have a Dirt Jump scene anymore? What was the story behind Brendan Fairclough's CRAZY Rampage Backflip?-

We welcome our latest presenter on this episode of the GMBN Podcast, Rich Payne,  former World Cup 4x and EWS racer. Listen now to find out his background, thoughts on the British MTB scene, the Enduro World Series, and life living in Jersey

In this episode of the GMBN Podcast we're discussing trends and fashion in the MTB industry. Is the latest kit and componentry really necessary? Are energy drink helmets trendy? Who is the most fashionable mountain biker? Listen now to find out.

This week on the GMBN Podcast - Henry is joined by Ben Cathro; a veteran of the downhill MTB scene known for his analysis and insight of World Cup Racing; being one of the tallest men in downhill; and, THAT skinsuit. Listen now as they discuss Ben's career and his plans for the coming season

As 2019, and the decade, draw to a close; Henry, Martyn, and Neil discuss who they think have been the best MTB riders of this decade. Who has had the greatest comeback? Who was the biggest game changer? Who had the most bad luck? Listen now to find out!

The last ten years have seen mountain bike technology advance rapidly. From geometry to tubeless tyres, the bikes we ride are a far cry from that available in 2009. In this episode of the GMBN Podcast; Steve, Doddy, and Henry discuss what they think has been the most influential MTB tech of the last decade

In this episode of the GMBN Podcast; Henry, Martyn, and Neil sit down to talk all about risk. What does it mean to them? How do they measure up risk vs reward? Do they take risks in other areas of their lives? Find out all of this and more inside... 

This week I’m joined by Scotty Laughland. We chat about his journey from world cup downhill racer, to racing Enduro World Series. Then a stint as a presenter at GMBN, and on into his current... The post Scotty Laughland – Adventures by Bike appeared first on Downtime Podcast.

This week on the GMBN podcast we're joined by Joe McEwan of Starling Cycles. With a background in aerospace engineering, steel might seem like a strange choice of material for Joe's bikes; but there's reason behind it. Listen now to hear Joe's thoughts on frame manufacture, industry standards, and suspension kinematics.

This week Martyn Ashton and Neil Donoghue interview mountain biking’s biggest character Rob Warner to discuss commentating on live XC and downhill racing as well as his past, present and future projects

Join Henry, Chris, and special guest Steve Geall as they talk all things dirt jumping in this week's GMBN Podcast; from it's origins in BMX to riders making the transition to Red Bull Rampage

Henry is joined by our very own Martyn Ashton as they discuss his transition from motorbike trials to mountain bike trials, how trials skills can help on the trial, and how Danny Macaskill became such a sensation.

Henry is joined by World Cup racer and manager of Insync Racing, Harry Molloy, in this episode of the Mountain Bike Podcast presented by GMBN. They chat about what it takes to run a team, development and testing of bikes, and the influence of social media on sponsorship.

This week on the GMBN podcast Neil is joined by industry veteran Paul Aston to talk carbon rims, e-bikes, mullets, gearboxes, and more! 

This week on the GMBN Podcast Henry is joined by Rob and Dale from Nukeproof to discuss whether all mountain bikes are created equal, the development of the modern MTB, and if mullet bikes are all that.

This week on the MTB podcast Henry sits down with Blake and Chris to discuss their freeride careers, thoughts on the sport, and where it has got them.

Henry and Neil recap all of the action from the weekends racing in Finale Ligure - The Enduro World Series Trophy Of Nations.

It's Adventure Week here at GMBN, so Neil sat down with Henry and Chris to chat about their recent rides. Both featuring high altitude but in two different ways.

Something a bit different on the podcast this week as Neil sits down with Sandy of The Trailhead to chat bikes, bike shops, direct sales models, and the importance of a local mountain bike scene

What an incredible weekend of racing! Henry is joined by Ex Cross Country racer Oli Beckingsale as they recap the action from a brand new venue. It's fair to say that Snowshoe did not disappoint.

Steve is joined once again by special guest Oli Beckingsale to chat about everything to do with this weekend's World Champs Race in Mont St Anne. From jersey designs of the past, to track evolution in both XC and DH and the one-off atmosphere of the Worlds competition, tune in and enjoy!

Neil is joined by Steve Jones in the shed as they discuss everything from Crankworx, the random tandem, and E-Bike Racing in the Alps.

Join Martyn and Neil in Whistler Olympic Village as they recap the action from a busy weekend's racing at the Lenzerheide World Cup Downhill and Cross Country and EWS Whistler.  Plus, Find out what the GMBN team are getting up to during Crankworx!

The UCI World Cup returns to the classic Italian venue of Val Di Sole. Neil Donoghue and Steve Jones recap all the action in this episode of the GMBN Podcast.

Our mountain bikes have changed drastically over the last decade, but how will they look in 2030?  In this Podcast our ex world cup Downhill mechanic, Henry Quinney, picks the brains of one of UK mountain biking’s most influential figures, Chris Porter.

World Cup Mountain Bike racing returned to a classic French venue and the racing was as hot as the weather. Neil is joined by Oli Beckingsale and Steve Jones to go through all the happenings. 

Steve, Henry, and Doddy give you the run down of a busy weekend of mountain bike racing. Covering the EWS from Les Orres, France; as well as the World Cup Downhill and Cross Country from Vallnord, Andorra.

We catch up with Downhill racer, Freerider and all round super skillful Mountain Biker, Brendan Fairclough for a chat about bikes, videos, money, cars and other topics...

It’s back to back weekends for Downhill Mercedes Benz UCI MTB World Cup as the circus moves to Leogang, Austria. Neil and Steve talk about what happened and get sidetracked occasionally 

The 2nd round of the 2019 Downhill Mercedes Benz UCI MTB WorldCup took place this weekend on the brutal track at Fort William, Neil and Martyn talk through the crashes, the mechanicals and some amazing runs. 

Round 2 of the UCI Cross Country World Cup has just taken place in Nové Město, Czech Republic. Neil welcomes back Oli Beckingsale to pick his brains on overtraining, bike choice, the importance of a good start to the season, and the Cape Epic Endurance race. Two clear battles are emerging in the mens and womens fields; Kate Courtney once again beat Jolanda Neff to the post, whilst in the mens Nino Schurter returns to form to finish second behind jack of all trades Mathieu Van Der Poel. Will we see another clash at the next round in Andorra?

Neil is joined this week by ex pro Cross Country racer and Olympian Oli Beckingsale to chew the fat over the very first Cross Country World Cup race of the year in Albstadt, Germany.

This week on the GMBN podcast we're joined by Downhill and Enduro veteran Tracy Moseley. Chatting about her current role at Trek; making the switch from Downhill to Enduro; the growth and success of the Enduro World Series; the rise of the young guns in the EWS, and new Enduro venues for 2019! So what are you waiting for? Search ‘The Mountain Bike Podcast’ on: – Spotify – Google – iTunes And get set to sit back, listen and enjoy!

Hi and welcome to the Mountain Bike Podcast presented by GMBN, I am Neil Donoghue and I’m back, ready for round 2! For this episode we have an ex world cup race mechanic and the new GMBN tech presenter- Henry Quinney. Does spannering for some of the world’s fastest Downhill racers, like Tracey Hannah, prepare him for life at GMBN?

Welcome to the Global Mountain Bike Network’s (GMBN) all-new Mountain Bike Podcast for a casual chat with the experts of mountain biking about the biggest and best races on the planet, and much more!  Co-hosted by Neil Donoghue and Steve Jones, this first episode kicks things off an in-depth look at all the action from the first UCI World Cup Downhill race of the year: Maribor, Slovenia. 

Der traditonelle Rückblick auf das Fahrradjahr mit Gunnar Fehlau. Was sollen wir sagen: War super. Also meistens. Und manchmal auch nicht. Aber am besten hört ihr selbst rein. Hans hat ein paar Kapitelmarken eingebaut zur groben Orientierung. Ansonsten. Zwei Stunden Politik, Sport, Business und Fahrvergnügen. Frohe Weihnachten. Wir hören uns wieder im Jahr 2018. Fahrradio Meta 2017 * Jahresrückblick 2017, * Unique Downloads gesamt 113.000 * 10 Folgen im Jahr 2017 * Davon eine aus Hannover (mit dem Radelmädchen) * Erfolgreichste Folge 2017: Podcast Nr. 91 – Candy B with J & E (1600 Downloads bei Podtrac oder 2200 bei blubrry) * Erfolgreichste Folge überhaupt: immer noch Podcast Nr. 47 – Interview: Martin Randelhoff über E-Bikes als Fortbewegungsmittel der Zukunft * Wir sind aus den Top-Blogs rausgeflogen. Lesen und Schauen Die besten Videos * Bas Keep Wall Riding * Frage. Brutalismus und Bike? * rrdblocks und bikelife https://youtu.be/EdhRD2qEPz8 * Was mir gefällt: Das ist keine Bewegung von weißen Wohlstandsbürgern. * Und die Tricks kommen von den Motorradfahrern. Die sind ein wenig prollig und kraftmeierisch. * Alles von GMBN. Global Mountainbike Network. Website gmbn.com Mit Martin Ashton, Trailfahrer (Road Bike Party) seit einem Sturz 2013 querschnittsgelähmt, Neil Donoghue, Downhill-Fahrer und Blake Samson, Slopestyle Profi. * Der Rennradkanal heißt GCN Global Cycling Network. Und dann gibt’s noch das GTN, Global Triathlon Network Die besten Zeitschriften * Bike Adventure * Bike Bild * Live Cycle Die besten Blogs * Hier in den Top * Takeshi fährt Rad Technik und Design * Helmfrisur: https://www.wuv.de/agenturen/scholz_friends_macht_die_helmfrisur_zum_fashion_statement * Dior BMX https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/dior-homme-limited-edition-bike MTB * Canyon Kinderräder * Trail-Hardtails kommen wieder. Jetzt echt. Auch wenn Specialized nicht mehr mitmacht: * Radon Cragger Bike https://www.mtb-news.de/news/2017/11/06/radon-2018-jab-jealous-al-cragger-slush/ * Ghost Asket https://www.mtb-news.de/news/2017/11/09/ghost-asket-al/, https://www.ghost-bikes.com/asket/ * Focus Bold: https://www.focus-bikes.com/de_de/42848-focus-bold-factory.html * Alutech Cheap Trick http://www.bike-magazin.de/mtb_news/mtb_neuheiten/neuheiten-2018-alutech-cheaptrick/a37424.

Today I talk about deciding when you can do bigger drops. First I break down a GMBN video on giant drops, and later I cover the cool story of the Golden Giddyup, an event and group that rebuilt trails in Golden, Colorado after the devastating 2013 floods. Patapsco Trail Fest Registration for Patapsco Trail Fest GMBN's Sketchy Video on Riding Big Drops Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Google Play  

Die letzte Folge unserer Talkshow vor der Sommerpause kommt aus Hannover. Wir waren am Bundes-Radsporttreffen 2017 in Hannover live vor Publikum. Wir, das waren in diesem Fall Hans und sein Gast, das Radelmädchen Juliane Schumacher. Wir haben unsere Zeit um 50 % überzogen. Deshalb kommt ihr in den Genuss von 45 Minuten feinstem Interview-Talks (mit vielen Ähms und Hmms, die wir nicht herausgeschnitten haben). Viel Spaß und einen schönen Sommer. Die Sommeredition Hans spricht mit dem Radelmädchen kurz über ihr Buch und anschließend über den Sommer. Dabei hangeln sie sich lose an den Standardrubliken entlang. Was machen wir im Sommer * Juliane bleibt in Berlin, näht (unter anderem Schicke Fahrradtaschen und Fahrradmode) und macht Kurzausflüge. * Hans fährt weg und fährt nicht Fahrrad. * Hans wollte eigentlich Manuels lernen und Wheelie-Tricks * Das geht aber nicht. Jetzt wird er lesen. Technik und Design * Jetzt lieferbar: Mokumono Bike aus Holland. Von Robotern in Holland gebaut. (besser vor Ort bauen, statt über’s Meer bringen?) Sport * BMXCologne in Köln mit Oldschool und Autoscooter Lesen und schauen Sonderedition Wir machen eine Lesen & Schauen Sonderausgabe mit unseren Lieblingsblogs. Podcasts, Video * The Spokesmen: Der älteste Fahrradpodcast, den ich kenne. Mittlerweile von Carlton Reid übernommen. Leute aus der Fahrradbranche sprechen über Business, Sport und Politik. * Velocast: 00:26 Wegen dieses Podcasts hab‘ ich eigentlich angefangen. John Galloway & Scott O’Raw unterhielten sich über Radfahren und Radsport. Mittlerweile berichten sie von Radrennen und den Podcast gibt’s als bezahltes Abo. * velohome: Das deutsche Velocast. Rennradfahrer müssen das hören. * GMBN, Global Mountain Bike Network: Mit der wöchentlichen Dirt Shed Show: Martyn Ashton, Neil Donoghue und Blake Samson kommen wöchentlich mit Nachrichten. Im Vergleich zu Bibi und Daggi B lächerlich wenig Abonnenten: 555.000. * Die haben auch Rubriken: z. B. Hacks and Bolts, Caption of the week, Viewers Edits: Zuschauervideos, Fails and Bails und Bike Vault: Fahrradkritik. Es gibt nur Nice und Super Nice, * Gibt’s auch in der Rennradausführung, das GCN, Global Cycling Network. * Seth’s Bike Hacks hat auch nur 386.000. Er macht das alleine. Sein Stil ist besonders. Er baut am Fahrrad oder fährt irgendwo und spricht aus dem Off. Das ganze ziemlich unaufgeregt. Auch für MTB-Anfänger ziemlich interessant. Pro Tipp von Seth: Wenn du groß musst, geh vor der Tour. Blogs * The Wriders Club: (http://www.thewridersclub.cc/member/) * DC Rainmaker, Ray Maker bloggt seit 2007, lebt mittlerweile in Paris. Er kommt vom Triathlon und macht sehr viel Produkttests. Hier stellt er eine neue Drohne vor, die Airdog ADII. *

An 85 year old man did a sub 4 hour marathon. I rant about how most of what we think of as age related decline is actually due to lack of physical activity.  I also break down what's In vs Out in 2017 in mountainbiking, and break down a GMBN video pitting an enduro bike against a cross country bike in a race.  Enjoy! Cross Country vs Enduro Race NY Times Article on 85 year old marathoner VitalMTB piece on what's in and out in 2017