MTB TRIBE - Your Trail Map to the World of Mountain Biking
Welcome to the MTB TRIBE Podcast, aimed at you- the mountain biker. If you are a beginner or advanced rider, male or female, racer, cruiser or just like the lifestyle, then the MTB TRIBE Podcast is for you. Our aim is to talk to the best people in the industry and to delve into their minds in order to provide you with a unique take on the world of mountain biking. We’ll be bringing you fresh insights into the industry by examining the sport literally from the ground up- from the trails and the tech, to the tribe of riders who make this such an awesome sport to be involved in. This podcast contains something for everyone, covering skills, products, fitness, travel and a lot more. What’s more, we want you to get involved and become part of the MTB TRIBE- after all without you there would be no MTB industry. Subscribe, download the podcast or visit our website www.mtb-tribe.com and get involved. Let us know what you love (and hate!) about mountain biking and what you want us to discuss. Riding together to make things better.
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218 - Around The World Ride On A Single Speed with Markus Stitz
08/11/2022
218 - Around The World Ride On A Single Speed with Markus Stitz
On episode #218 We are chatting to about the release of his new book called , founding , competing in the Silk Road Mountain Race and the Highland Trail 550, plus lots lots more. Markus has travelled the world on two wheels and has documented much of it on his way. We chat about his upbringing in Germany and what got him interested in bikes at an early age. Markus tells us about how living in New Zealand sparked his love for bikepacking and travel adventure. We get into this and much more with Markus including exciting plans he has for the near future. For more information and show notes visit: Thanks for tuning in. Enjoy the show! - This episode is proudly sponsored by ALLTA Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand – ALLTA. ALLTA is a range of mountain bike clothes and accessories dedicated to make mountain biking easier. Our gear is designed to be practical, stylish and environmentally friendly. Our best-selling Trail Changing Robe will keep you warm and dry while you are getting changed in and out of your riding gear and our other pieces work just as well on the streets as on the trails. We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK. You can check us out at or on Instagram
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217- Enduro, Downhill, XC, Road, BMX. Stories From The Past with Darren Tapp
07/21/2022
217- Enduro, Downhill, XC, Road, BMX. Stories From The Past with Darren Tapp
On episode #217 we chat to about his experiences racing through the years across many different disciplines, how he fell into the bike scene, spent a small fortune on bikes, got sponsored by Yeti, raced against the likes of Steve Peat and Rob Warner, was on the cover of bike mags and how he eventually burned out. All this plus much more! Thanks for tuning in, enjoy the show! - For more information and show notes visit: - This episode is proudly sponsored by Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand – ALLTA. ALLTA is a range of mountain bike clothes and accessories dedicated to make mountain biking easier. Our gear is designed to be practical, stylish and environmentally friendly. Our best-selling Trail Changing Robe will keep you warm and dry while you are getting changed in and out of your riding gear and our other pieces work just as well on the streets as on the trails. We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK. You can check us out at or on Instagram
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216 - Bikes Cerebral Palsy & Elite Level Racing with James Anderson
06/16/2022
216 - Bikes Cerebral Palsy & Elite Level Racing with James Anderson
In episode #216 we are chatting with about growing up with monoplegia, how this affected his childhood, how he got into riding bikes, why he never told anybody outside of his family and close friends about his condition and how through grit, determination and willpower (lets not forget skill level) he is racing at world cup level, is a sponsored rider and is loving every moment of it. Put your feet up and learn how this young man has come through so much to be chasing his racing dreams. If for any reason you need some help lifting yourself up at the moment, this is the episode for you. Enjoy the episode. For more information and show notes visit: - This episode is proudly sponsored by ALLTA Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand – ALLTA. ALLTA is a range of mountain bike clothes and accessories dedicated to make mountain biking easier. Our gear is designed to be practical, stylish and environmentally friendly. Our best-selling Trail Changing Robe will keep you warm and dry while you are getting changed in and out of your riding gear and our other pieces work just as well on the streets as on the trails. We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK. You can check us out at or on Instagram
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215 - Riding Scottish Gravel with Ed Shoote
06/02/2022
215 - Riding Scottish Gravel with Ed Shoote
In episode #215 I am chatting with bike traveller, photographer and author about his new Scottish gravel guide book called . The book comprises 28 of the best gravel rides Scotland has to offer with routes ranging form 31 to 128 kilometres in length, with great maps, trail statistics, photos and even a very useful gravel scale. We chat about Ed’s love for biking, how he got started on two wheels, the unbelievable places he has visited on a bike, being chased by a grizzly bear in British Columbia and how he came to write a book about gravel riding in Scotland, plus lots and lots more. For more information and show notes visit: Thanks for tuning in. Enjoy the show! This episode is proudly sponsored by ALLTA Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand – ALLTA. ALLTA is a range of mountain bike clothes and accessories dedicated to make mountain biking easier. Our gear is designed to be practical, stylish and environmentally friendly. Our best-selling Trail Changing Robe will keep you warm and dry while you are getting changed in and out of your riding gear and our other pieces work just as well on the streets as on the trails. We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK. You can check us out at or on Instagram
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214 - Biking The Glens with Campbase Adventures
05/12/2022
214 - Biking The Glens with Campbase Adventures
On episode #214 in partnership with On Campaign it is my pleasure to welcome Adam Lowry, founder and co-owner of Basecamp Adventures on the podcast. Adam and his partners started in 2021 and have been running an uplift service at Gortin Glens Forest Park since that time. So join us as we chat about Basecamp Adventures, their uplift service, future plans and where to find natural trails at Gortin. Thanks for tuning in and for your support! For more information and show notes visit: This episode is proudly sponsored by ALLTA Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand - ALLTA. ALLTA is a range of mountain bike clothes and accessories dedicated to make mountain biking easier. Our gear is designed to be practical, stylish and environmentally friendly. Our best-selling Trail Changing Robe will keep you warm and dry while you are getting changed in and out of your riding gear and our other pieces work just as well on the streets as on the trails. We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK. You can check us out at or on Instagram and for some behind the scenes access sign up to our !
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213 - The Evolution Of Whistler with Founder Jenine Bourbonnais
04/28/2022
213 - The Evolution Of Whistler with Founder Jenine Bourbonnais
On episode 213 it is my pleasure to welcome Jenine Bourbonnais to the podcast. Jenine is the founder and owner of Whistler’s performance bike and snowboard shop called . Jenine opened the store in 1995 when she was only 21 years of age and has grown it over the years to become the go to store in Whistler. We chat with Jenine about how she started the store, how it has changed over the years, what Whistler is like as a biking and snow destination, the best time of year to visit and why it is just so rad to live there, plus lots more. So tune in, put your feet up and get ready to pack your bags! Enjoy the show. For more information and show notes visit: - This episode is proudly sponsored by Allta Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand - ALLTA. ALLTA is a range of mountain bike clothes and accessories dedicated to make mountain biking easier. Our gear is designed to be practical, stylish and environmentally friendly. Our best-selling Trail Changing Robe will keep you warm and dry while you are getting changed in and out of your riding gear and our other pieces work just as well on the streets as on the trails. We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK. You can check us out at or on Instagram and for some behind the scenes access sign up to our !
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212 - The DirtFund Vitus Privateer Programme
03/24/2022
212 - The DirtFund Vitus Privateer Programme
In episode 212 it is my pleasure to welcome Daniel O’Shea, Co Founder of The DirtFund Project back on the podcast and first time show guest Alex Marchant, who holds the very cool title of Marketing Assistant for Vitus bikes. We are chatting with the guys about a very exciting collaboration between The DirtFund Project and Vitus Bikes, were two lucky privateer races will win a Vitus bike each (to race & keep at the end of the season), a load of Muc-Off gear and coaching from the man himself Ben Plenge at the Strength Factory. We chat about, how you can enter, closing dates, prizes, how Alex landed his Vitus position, what The DirtFund Project has been getting up to over the last year and much much more. For more information and show notes visit: This episode is sponsored by ALLTA - Helping you get ready for your MTB adventures! Check them out at: Thanks for being here and showing your support. Enjoy the show!
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211 - We Chat with Specialized Ambassador, Wardell Coach & Race Demon, Conor Campbell
12/23/2021
211 - We Chat with Specialized Ambassador, Wardell Coach & Race Demon, Conor Campbell
In episode 211 it is my pleasure to welcome on the show. Conor has been involved in the mountain bike and race scene since the early days. He has worked, raced and played with , and the likes. He owned his own bike store and was stable in the downhill, cyclo-cross and enduro race scenes. He is now a ambassador and a qualified . Join us as we have a good old chat about the early days, how Conor got involved in the MTB scene, what it was like working in , why he decided to open his own bike store and why he eventually decided to close doors. How Conor fell into the coaching side of things and how his ambassadorship role came about with Specialized, Dublin. We also chat about what the race scene was like back in the day and we find out some stories about what Glyn and the crew got up to! For more information and show notes visit: Thanks for being here, enjoy the show!
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210 - Talking EWS & the Race Scene with Yari Alpizar
12/02/2021
210 - Talking EWS & the Race Scene with Yari Alpizar
In episode 210 we welcome back to the podcast. I ran into Yari at The Gap in Dublin and we got chatting about racing etc, he mentioned an EWS race survey he had done with his Spanish social friends and thought it would be interesting to do the same with the Irish MTB scene. So we put it out there and got some really interesting feedback. We decided that it was good enough to chat about and share the results on the podcast, so here it is. We chat about racing, Enduro World Series and what you thought of the 2021 EWS race season. For more information and show notes visit: This episode is sponsored by: Getting you Ready For The Elements! Enjoy!
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209 - Pedalling Hard To The EWS with Ellen Flewitt
10/28/2021
209 - Pedalling Hard To The EWS with Ellen Flewitt
On episode #209 it is great to get on the show. Ellen has been racing bikes from around the age of 12 and has never looked back. Her results speak for themselves, but she now has her sights set on bigger goals, bigger podium steps and bigger enduro challenges as she looks towards the . We chat to Ellen about her background on bikes, racing, sponsors, winning £1000 from and of course the EWS. Plus much much more! For more information and show notes visit: Thanks for tuning into the show. Enjoy!
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208 - Farming, Trail Building, Plastic Surgery and Enduro Malaga Updates with Nathan McComb
10/07/2021
208 - Farming, Trail Building, Plastic Surgery and Enduro Malaga Updates with Nathan McComb
On episode 208 we welcome back on the show to chat about the reopening of his super popular guiding business , his farming business over the pandemic, dealing with the trail building police, getting plastic surgery after a clothing mishap on the trails and super exciting plans for future development of Enduro Malaga. Plus, get 10% OFF your trip with Enduro Malaga! For more information and show notes visit: Tune in and find out more. Enjoy the show!
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207 - Free MTB Masterclass with Adam Copley
09/23/2021
207 - Free MTB Masterclass with Adam Copley
On episode 207 we have got back on the podcast to chat about his new Trail Collective group, what he has been up to over the last several months, how his racing season has been going, what his new bike is like, how his MTB cliententel have swapped the gym for the trails and to find out more about his new free 6 week MTB Masterclass. Tune in and find out how to get enrolled and join for free! For more information and show notes visit: Enjoy the show.
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206 - The Journey From TurnTable to MTB with Mark McCabe
09/02/2021
206 - The Journey From TurnTable to MTB with Mark McCabe
On episode 206 we are chatting with world renowned DJ and radio host about being bitten by the MTB bug over the Covid lockdown, how he got interested in mountain biking, what he loves so much about it, the future of MTB in Ireland, his first race experience and of course what it is like playing music in front of thousands of people, plus tonnes more! For more information and show notes visit: Thanks for tuning in. Enjoy the show.
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205 - Diversity & Inclusion In MTB with Aneela McKenna
08/19/2021
205 - Diversity & Inclusion In MTB with Aneela McKenna
On episode 205 it is my pleasure to be chatting with Kenna McKenna about her background in the MTB scene, her list of impressive achievements, how she has helped her husband build a very successful MTB guiding company in Scotland called over the last 13 years and how her public work in diversity and inclusion has carried over into her love for mountain biking, plus lots more! For more information and show notes visit: Thanks for tuning in. Enjoy the show!
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204 - Chatting Women In MTB with The Air Maiden Lynne Armstrong
08/12/2021
204 - Chatting Women In MTB with The Air Maiden Lynne Armstrong
On episode 204 we are chatting to about how she got into the bike scene, working alongside on ‘The Clan’ travelling stunt show, founding the Women's Freeride Festival, moving to live in Whistler and the future of women in MTB, plus much more. For more information and show notes visit: Enjoy the show!
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203 - The DirtFund Project And Helping Privateers with Daniel O’Shea Revisited
08/05/2021
203 - The DirtFund Project And Helping Privateers with Daniel O’Shea Revisited
On episode 203 we chat with Daniel O’Shea about co-founding , where the idea came from, how he got started, how it helps privateer racers and how we can all get involved and help out. Plus lots more interesting MTB related stuff! Join us as we chat about how funding privateer racers £1000 each has helped their EWS and UCI adventures, how the racers register to be funded, how we all can help, and future plans to help more racers from more countries. For more information and show notes visit: This episode (178) first aired 11-02-2021, but as I am taking a couple of weeks off from recording, I wanted to highlight the awesome stuff these guys are doing to help young riders chase their dreams. Enjoy!
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202 - No More Trash! with Trash Free Trails - Revisited
07/29/2021
202 - No More Trash! with Trash Free Trails - Revisited
On episode #202 we are chatting with Dom Ferris, the Co. Founder of about how the idea came about to start a registered non-profit community interest company (CIC), focusing on helping us clean our trails and reduce the plastic pollution on our trails and wild places by 75% by 2025. So tune in and find out why we have trash on our trails, how we can all help, and how to keep our playgrounds tidier and more enjoyable for all to appreciate and use. For more information and show notes visit: This episode (#149) first aired 23-06-2020, but as I am taking a couple of weeks off from recording, I thought it was important to air the awesome work these guys are doing to help us all enjoy our trail riding more. Enjoy!
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201 - First Downhill World Cup Experience with Niall Clerkin
07/22/2021
201 - First Downhill World Cup Experience with Niall Clerkin
On episode #201 we are chatting with a young ripper from Rostrevor called . We chat to Niall about his mountain bike background, how he got into racing, his first World Cup experience (which involved his bike getting stolen), how he enjoyed a month on the road racing, how he got funded by to help further this racing pursuits and why he wants to turn racing into his full time career, plus much more! For more information and show notes visit: Thanks for being here & Enjoy the show!
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200 - Bringing Rad Into MTB with Miss Joey Gough
07/15/2021
200 - Bringing Rad Into MTB with Miss Joey Gough
On episode #200 it was awesome to get on the show to have a chat about her background racing BMX for the Great British National Team, her love for 4X, her amazing skills on dirt jumps, her movement into the mountain bike scene and how her love for bikes is built around her friends and riding community. Plus much much more. Tune in and check it out! We have made it to episode 200! I never believed the podcast would make it this far. I just want to say a massive thanks to everybody who has made this possible, from my awesome guests, to all of you who have tuned in, spread the word and supported the podcast over the last four years (well almost 4 years). It makes all the hard work and hours spent getting this out to you guys every week all worth it. Thankyou and keep the MTB Stoke! Enjoy this week's episode and spread the love with friends and fellow riders! For more information and show notes visit:
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199 - Back On The Trails After Spinal Injury with Peter Lloyd
07/08/2021
199 - Back On The Trails After Spinal Injury with Peter Lloyd
On episode #199 it is my pleasure to chat with about where his love for MTB came from, how he got into racing, how his life changing accident happened, how he dealt with such life changing news, why he got back on a set of wheels (albeit four this time), his love for bikes and his work for spinal injury charities, plus lots lots more! P.s Peter is one of the most inspiring people I have ever known. Thanks for being here and for supporting the podcast. For more information and show notes visit: Enjoy the show!
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198 - Vitus First Tracks Enduro Race 1 Review with Glyn O’Brien
07/01/2021
198 - Vitus First Tracks Enduro Race 1 Review with Glyn O’Brien
On episode #198 it is my pleasure to welcome back onto the show to have a chat about how the first race of the at Bigwood went, what the turnout was like, how the new race format was received, why he was racing an XC bike (which he won on!) and what we have to look forward to regarding round 2 at Ravensdale. Plus much more! Tune in and check it out. Enjoy the show! For more information and show notes visit:
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197 - Bringing Downhill To Miami with DirtSpray MTB
06/24/2021
197 - Bringing Downhill To Miami with DirtSpray MTB
On episode #197 We are chatting with Phil ‘Cheekz’ Rima, the founder and owner of the very cool Miami based lifestyle MTB clothing brand called . We chat about bringing a downhill scene to Miami, Florida, growing a bike brand over the covid period, why Cheekz believes the brand has taken off at full steam, the design behind their very cool race jerseys, the exciting future planned for DirtSpray and how Cheekz and his crew have become so good at downhill when Miami is flat. Plus lots more interesting info about the Miami mountain bike scene, the outlying bike parks and why enduro and downhill is a growing market. Also win yourself a cool DirtSpray race jersey & stickers worth over £50!! Tune in and find out more. For more information and show notes visit: Enjoy the show!
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196 - Helping People Improve Their Mental and Physical Health with TotalMTB
06/17/2021
196 - Helping People Improve Their Mental and Physical Health with TotalMTB
On episode #196 We are chatting with the founder of the very popular community of bike riders, Ryan Oldfield. TotalMTB has been going around 4 years, and ever since that time has been encouraging people to hit the trails and get the bikes out, to help with their mental and physical health while having fun and helping the environment. Tune in and find out more about the amazing work Ryan and his crew at Total MTB are doing, how you can get involved and the difference a bunch of mountain bikers can make to the quality of so many lives. For more information and show notes visit: Enjoy the show!
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195 - From Road To MTB with Gary Donaldson
06/10/2021
195 - From Road To MTB with Gary Donaldson
On Episode #195 we are chatting with about why he made the move from road to mountain biking, how he landed a spot on the , why he loves racing so much, what it’s like following and what his goals are for the 2021 race season. Plus lots more interesting info! Thanks for tuning in and supporting the podcast. For more information and show notes visit: Enjoy the show!
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194 - Pedaling Happiness with Feel Good Bicycles
06/03/2021
194 - Pedaling Happiness with Feel Good Bicycles
On episode #194 we are chatting to George Allen from about opening a bike store in Ireland, how the supply and demand problems are affecting his business, how massive growth in the MTB industry is changing things and why George is seeing a large number of roadies moving over to the MTB world. Join us as we chat about bikes, racing, stock issues, brands and the growing Irish MTB scene plus lots more. For more information and show notes visit: Enjoy the show!
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193 - Professional Mountain Bike Racing, Injury Recovery and More with Kelan Grant
05/27/2021
193 - Professional Mountain Bike Racing, Injury Recovery and More with Kelan Grant
On episode #193 we are chatting with the man, the myth, the legend, . We chat about his transition to the Professional MTB Enduro Race Team, how his first season didn’t really go to plan, how he bounced back with the help of his team mates, racing and learning from , recovering from a major shoulder surgery and what his 2021 race season goals look like. Plus lots more! We chat to Kelan about his move to the pros, how he bounced back from a disappointing first season, what he has planned for the upcoming race season, why the CRC and are one big family and what he thinks of his new ride. Plus tonnes more. Thanks for supporting the podcast and for tuning into the show! For more information and show notes visit:
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192 - The Benefits Of CBD For MTB with Hippie Turtle Herbal Co
05/20/2021
192 - The Benefits Of CBD For MTB with Hippie Turtle Herbal Co
On episode #192 we are chatting with Ashley Heeley, the founder and owner of about the benefits of CBD for pain relief, injury recovery, anxiety and for simply making you feel better and helping you enjoy your ride in more comfort. So join Ash and myself as we chat over the benefits of using CBD for us bikers, how it works, what to look for when buying it and how it could change your life. For more information and show notes visit:
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191 - Flow & Vision with Instinct Distribution
05/13/2021
191 - Flow & Vision with Instinct Distribution
On episode #191 we are chatting with Tony Pickford the founder and owner of about starting a mountain bike distribution company and why the California based goggle brand USA helped him start his journey. We chat about manufacturing, design, pricing, quality and why producing a UK based product is one of Tony’s dreams for future Instinct Distribution products. Join us for an hour and find out how to start an MTB/ MX based distribution company, what the BMX scene was like in the 80’s, why an injury (and not one you would like to repeat) stopped Tony racing and his future plans for his business. Plus lots more! For more information and show notes visit:
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190 - Writing & Racing Her Path To The EWS with Jessie May Morgan
05/06/2021
190 - Writing & Racing Her Path To The EWS with Jessie May Morgan
On episode #190 we are chatting with about her love for mountain biking, how she got interested in the race scene, her training schedule for racing, what it is like working for and how has helped fund her road to the . Join us as we chat bikes, racing, training, working in the industry and Jessie-May’s EWS goals for when racing hopefully returns, plus lots more. Enjoy the show! For more information and show notes visit:
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189 - Getting People On Bikes & In Nature with Knoxville Outdoor Tours
04/29/2021
189 - Getting People On Bikes & In Nature with Knoxville Outdoor Tours
On episode #189 we are chatting with Alex Clark the founder and owner of the about how his local scene has changed over the Covid period, why he is stoked to see new people on the trails, new rider behaviors and awareness, what Alex believes the future of mountain biking looks like, and why he decided to start an MTB guiding company. Join us as we chat about bikes, trails, trends, guiding around Knoxville and why trail building is a great way to give back to your riding community. Plus much more. For more information and show notes visit:
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