The Ride Companion

The mountain bike podcast that sometimes forgets to talk about mountain bikes...

Wyn Masters Shares What Really Happened In South Korea 05/13/2026

Wyn Masters Shares What Really Happened In South Korea Wyn Masters is back on The Ride Companion after a brutal crash at the opening round of the 2026 UCI Downhill World Cup in South Korea. Fresh from the Mona YongPyong World Cup, Wyn joins Davi and Olly to explain exactly what happened in the crash that left him with a fractured wrist and a serious AC joint injury. Wyn breaks down the controversial B-line, the lack of visibility, rider traffic, marshal positioning, shortened practice, and why he believes the crash was completely avoidable. This episode goes way beyond the injury. Wyn shares his thoughts on whether the South Korea World Cup was ready to host a race, the cost of sending teams across the world, the 'hardtail guy' controversy, whether World Cup downhill is becoming too expensive and what makes a great World Cup venue. The guys also get into Asa Vermette’s unbelievable elite World Cup debut win, Loïc Bruni and Amaury Pierron’s performances, Jackson Goldstone’s pressure as defending champion, the rise of young riders, women’s downhill, Valentina Höll’s new vlog series, the Gates Gearbox $100k challenge, pro rider salaries, Wyn’s viral video about mountain bike earnings, and what it really takes to race 100 World Cups. This is a huge episode with one of the most important and respected voices in mountain biking. Episode Sponsors:- - RX Sport: RX Sport are your one stop eyewear shop. From prescription sunglasses, to riding glasses and everything in-between. Use code TRC at for a deal on Pit Viper products! - LAKA Insurance: Don’t risk it, head to to learn more and get 30 days FREE cover on us! Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/41246875

Martha Gill & Janelle Soukup On Pioneering Women’s MTB While Keeping It Fun 05/06/2026

Martha Gill & Janelle Soukup On Pioneering Women’s MTB While Keeping It Fun Martha Gill and Janelle Soukup join The Ride Companion for a powerful conversation about the progression of women’s mountain biking, freeride, racing, mentorship and what it takes to build a career in the sport. During this episode Martha Gill, the 2024 Queen of Crankworx and long time Marin Bikes athlete, shares her journey from cross-country racing and Olympic hopeful to enduro, Crankworx, Lucid and helping support the next generation of riders. Janelle Soukup talks through her rapid rise into freeride mountain biking, from selling her ATV to buy her first mountain bike, discovering events like Hannah Bergemann’s Hangtime, earning a place at Natural Selection, becoming Whip-Off World Champion and receiving the invite to Red Bull Rampage. Together, Martha and Janelle discuss the pressure of Rampage, fear, progression, sponsorship, the state of women’s mountain biking, the importance of opportunity and why the next generation of female riders is pushing the sport further than ever before. This is a proper insight into two women helping shape the future of mountain biking... Of course, BIG thanks to the Marin Bikes team for helping make this episode happen! Episode Sponsors:- - Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk - LAKA Insurance: Don’t risk it, head to https://laka.co/trc to learn more and get 30 days FREE cover on us! Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/41139435

Matt VanEnkevort, The CEO Who Revived Marin Bikes 04/29/2026

Matt VanEnkevort, The CEO Who Revived Marin Bikes Davi visited Marin Bikes HQ in California to sit down with CEO Matt VanEnkevort to learn the real story behind how one of mountain biking’s most iconic brands rebuilt itself around one simple idea, MADE FOR FUN. On this episode of The Ride Companion Matt shares the story of joining Marin in 2012, when the brand was in serious trouble and how the team rebuilt the company, the product range and the culture. This conversation covers Marin’s early history, the brand’s near-bankruptcy, the reality of being a bike company CEO, the chaos of the Covid bike boom, why Marin avoids chasing hype, how they choose athletes and Matt’s honest thoughts on the current state of the bike industry, ebikes and where the cycling could be heading. Episode Sponsors:- - Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code trc at checkout. Download Saily app or go to to learn more - NordVPN has you covered for all your VPN needs so you can take your favorite shows everywhere + remain safe online! for more - WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/41048290

The Retro MTB Challenge, Looksmaxxing, Bosch Updates & Social Media Addiction Lawsuits 04/15/2026

Gee & Dan Atherton Reveal The Future Of Red Bull Hardline 04/09/2026

Gee & Dan Atherton Reveal The Future Of Red Bull Hardline Dan and Gee Atherton have HUGE Red Bull Hardline updates! On this episode of The Ride Companion Dan and Gee, Atherton reveal the debut of Red Bull Hardline British Columbia, coming to Cypress Mountain near Vancouver on October 17th 2026. Designed by Dan and Gee Atherton, the course will bring the gnarliest downhill race in the world to one of the most iconic mountain bike regions on the planet. The guys also explain why Red Bull Hardline Wales will take a break in 2026 as the team prepares to build an entirely new course for 2027 along with offering a few insights into what to expect. Gee also breaks down his latest Nepal film project, sharing the reality of riding and filming deep in the Himalayas, while Dan talks about life building Dyfi Bike Park, creating the next generation of riders through the Atherton Academy, the launch of the brand new Atherton Bikes E-170 e-bike and loads more. Red Bull Hardline BC will be broadcast live on Red Bull TV and the Red Bull Bike YouTube channel on Saturday October 17th 2026. We hope you enjoy this banger episode with Dan & Gee Atherton! Episode Sponsors:- - Fan of quality tools and want to geek out? Feedback Sports is available from your local bike shop, online retailers such as Saddleback and Bike 24, plus directly from - LAKA → Don't risk it folks, get your bike insured with LAKA and get 30days free on us. Learn more at - Manta Sleep: Get 10% off with code theridecompanion at - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40748630

Danny Hart: Inside The Mind Of A Downhill World Champion 04/01/2026

Danny Hart: Inside The Mind Of A Downhill World Champion Danny Hart joins The Ride Companion for a BANGER episode! In this episode, Danny takes us deep inside the world of World Cup downhill racing. He talks openly about pressure, qualifying formats and how the sport has evolved since his legendary 2011 Champery World Champs run which cemented his name in mountain biking history. Danny shares what it was like winning world championships at such a young age, the highs and lows of a long racing career and how he’s managed to stay competitive in one of the toughest sports in the world. From travelling the globe with his family in a camper van to battling the new generation of riders like Jackson Goldstone, Amaury Pierron and Loïc Bruni, this episode gives a rare look into the mindset of a rider who has spent his life chasing speed. We also dive into race preparation, training, bike setup, the mental side of racing, and what really happens behind the scenes at the Downhill World Cup. Danny explains why racing is often far more intense than it looks on TV, and why even after decades in the sport, nothing compares to the feeling of dropping into a race run. We hope you enjoy this episode with Danny Hart! Episode Sponsors:- - Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at - LAKA → Don't risk it folks, get your bike insured with LAKA and get 30days free on us. Learn more at - Manta Sleep: Get 10% off with code theridecompanion at - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40636505

Andrew Dodd on 20 Years in the Bike Industry: Truths, Reviews & The State of MTB 03/25/2026

Andrew Dodd on 20 Years in the Bike Industry: Truths, Reviews & The State of MTB Andrew Dodd aka Doddy is the podcast! Doddy is a man who has lived through every era of mountain bike media, from the golden age of print magazines at MBUK to YouTube with Global Mountain Bike Network and now working inside the industry with Mondraker. We dive deep into the evolution of mountain biking, how bike media really works behind the scenes, and why the modern bike industry might be overcomplicating things. Doddy shares untold stories from his time testing thousands of bikes, what it was like reviewing products when magazines could make or break brands, and how the rise of YouTube, TikTok and influencers has completely changed the landscape. We also get into why modern bikes might be 'too much', the truth about bike reviews (then vs now), the explosion of content and how it affects riders, e-bikes, gravel bikes and industry trends, burnout from working in bike media, what actually makes mountain biking fun and much more. This is one of the most insightful conversations we’ve had about the bike industry — from someone who’s seen it all, we hope you enjoy it! Episode Sponsors:- - Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at - WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at - Manta Sleep: Get 10% off with code theridecompanion at - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40587170

Top Moment: Sam Reynolds on slopestyle's golden years 03/22/2026

Dom Ferris of Trash Free Trails on Trail Litter and How We Fix It 03/18/2026

Dom Ferris of Trash Free Trails on Trail Litter and How We Fix It Dom Ferris, founder of Trash Free Trails joins The Ride Companion to talk about one of the biggest issues affecting every rider, runner and outdoor space user: single-use pollution on our trails. Dom explains how Trash Free Trails started, why trail litter is about far more than 'bad behaviour' and how mountain bikers can take real ownership of the places they ride. The conversation goes deep into MTB trail stewardship, nature connection, mental health, community action and the systems that keep single-use pollution showing up in the outdoors. We also dive into the data behind trail litter, the reality of what’s being found on UK trails, why drinks cans, bottles, gels and food packaging are such a major problem along with how new legislation like a deposit return scheme could help change things. There’s loads in here too on trail culture, bike park responsibility, how to make cleanups more positive, and why Dom believes outrage alone won’t solve anything. If you care about mountain biking, trail building, riding spots, the outdoor community, litter picking, environmental action, access to nature and keeping trails clean, this is an episode you need to hear and share with your community. We hope you enjoy the episode! Learn more about Trash Free Trails and the Spring clean at Episode Sponsors:- - Want an easy way to tick your daily nutritional needs? Support the show and get 15% OFF HUEL products with code ‘RIDE’ at https://huel.com/. Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel — nutritionally complete meals in minutes, so you can focus on what really matters… biking. - Fan of quality tools and want to geek out? Feedback Sports is available from your local bike shop, online retailers such as Saddleback and Bike 24, plus directly from - WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40474980

Top Moment: Brendan Fairclough on why Monster entered downhill 03/15/2026

Olly is a Dad!! 03/11/2026

Sam Reynolds on Rejoining Polygon & Why DarkFest 10 Could Be the Last 03/04/2026

Sam Reynolds on Rejoining Polygon & Why DarkFest 10 Could Be the Last Sam Reynolds is back in The Ride Companion studio and this one’s packed! On this episode we’re talking DarkFest 10 and, why it MIGHT be the final event, the new Rocket 2 concept for even more airtime and Sam’s full circle return to Polygon bikes after first signing with them back in 2012. Sam breaks down the behind the scenes story of landing his first 'proper' sponsor, how Polygon helped shape his career and the moments he still remembers like they happened yesterday, from Rampage’s Superman over the canyon to early contests in the golden era of slopestyle. We also dive into the physics and fear factor of the world's biggest jumps, why tailwhips get harder at speed, what happens if you tap the front brake mid-air and how DarkFest is evolving as the next generation pushes the limits plus, loads more. Episode Sponsors:- - Stashed are offering TRC listeners and exclsuive 10% discount with code TRC10 at - Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at - invisiframe → 15% off kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: - Manta Sleep: Get 10% off with code theridecompanion at - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40241875

Brendan Fairclough on Signing with SRAM, Monster Energy’s DH Move & a Secret Project Reveal 02/25/2026

Brendan Fairclough on Signing with SRAM, Monster Energy’s DH Move & a Secret Project Reveal Brendog’s back in studio and this episode is stacked! On this episode of The Ride Companion Brendan Fairclough pulls back the curtain on his new SRAM deal and why it really happened, the new parts he’s running (Boxxer / Maven / XX DH) and what it’s like bolting fresh parts on… then riding a brand new custom downhill track in South Africa. Brendog also reveals details of his new travel series and teases which major platform could stream it, the real reason Monster Energy became a title sponsor of the World Cup Downhill series, watching A1 with Troy Lee, Danny MacAskill's mind blowing bridge ride, downhill bike set-up tips and much more! Episode Sponsors:- - SRAM: - Want an easy way to tick your daily nutritional needs? Support the show and get 15% OFF HUEL products with code ‘RIDE’ at . Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel — nutritionally complete meals in minutes, so you can focus on what really matters… biking. - Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40153085

New Bike Day & A POV Podcast Experiment! 02/18/2026

New Bike Day & A POV Podcast Experiment! It’s just Davi and Olly in the studio this week and.. it goes exactly how you’d expect. Davi has a new bike day and brings his new Marin Alcatraz dirt jump bike to work (nothing hits like a fresh hardtail), which turns into a bigger conversation about why you don’t actually need the best bike to have the most fun. The lads talk about Hardline Tasmania being cancelled, the Super Bowl let down and end up debating UK geology, winter riding, and whether mountain bike culture is slowly losing its soul. We also experiment with a pair of Oakley x Meta glasses in the studio (which gets weird), talk about wether pov is the future of podcasting and answer your listener questions! Episode Sponsors:- - Cadence turns your phone or Apple Watch into a fully-featured bike computer, but with way more flexibility than most head units. You get unlimited custom screens, over 200 metrics, full Bluetooth sensor support, proper navigation, offline maps, structured training, and Strava Live Segments. Head to https://getcadence.app/trc Try it for a month for FREE and see if it replaces your bike computer! - Manta Sleep: Get 10% off with code theridecompanion at - WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40129450

Martyn Ashton on Why Mountain Bikers Need to Show Up for Mountain Biking 02/11/2026

Martyn Ashton on Why Mountain Bikers Need to Show Up for Mountain Biking In this episode of The Ride Companion, mountain bike legend Martyn Ashton joins us for one of our most honest, funny and important conversations yet. We talk about Martyn’s latest project, Rideable Now and why he believes mountain bikers need to show up for mountain biking. During the episode Martyn gives the usual dose of self deprecation to powerful reflections on injury, identity and access. Rideable Now exists to help riders with life changing injuries and disabilities get back on the trails through adaptive mountain bikes, community support and real opportunities to ride again. Learn more and consider supporting rideable now here Episode Sponsors:- - Want an easy way to tick your daily nutritional needs? Support the show and get 15% OFF HUEL products with code ‘RIDE’ at https://huel.com/. Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel — nutritionally complete meals in minutes, so you can focus on what really matters… biking. - Fan of quality tools and want to geek out? Feedback Sports is available from your local bike shop, online retailers such as Saddleback and Bike 24, plus directly from - Looking for a new car or van and don't want to deal with dodgy dealers? Check out https://www.cargurus.co.uk - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://kecks.co.uk Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/40049880

Hardline Tasmania Bench Racing & Predictions 02/04/2026

Hardline Tasmania Bench Racing & Predictions Red Bull Hardline Tasmania is just days away. Let's go bench racing and make some fun predictions! Olly and Davi break down the full rider list including Jackson Goldstone, Asa Vermette, Bernard Kerr, Troy Brosnan, Sam Hill, Aaron Gwin, Roger Vieira, Gracey Hemstreet and more plus, who’s missing, who’s under the most pressure and, why Hardline might be changing. The lads also make Hardline Tasmania podium predictions, unpack winter riding guilt and survival strategies, share what they've been watching and listening to and somehow end up deep in Lunch & Learn chaos. Get involved in the comments on YouTube with your podium picks and you could win a Focus frame and more! Red Bull Hardline Tasmania goes down February 7–8, live on Red Bull TV. Episode Sponsors:- - Mudhugger: Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at - Manta Sleep: Get 10% off with code theridecompanion at https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion - Cadence turns your phone or Apple Watch into a fully-featured bike computer, but with way more flexibility than most head units. You get unlimited custom screens, over 200 metrics, full Bluetooth sensor support, proper turn-by-turn navigation, offline maps, structured training, and Strava Live Segments. Head to Try it for a month for FREE and see if it replaces your bike computer! - Kecks → 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://kecks.co.uk Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/39965755

The TRC Race Team, Motorway Rules, A Pinkbike Award and More 01/28/2026

The TRC Race Team, Motorway Rules, A Pinkbike Award and More The first Ride Companion catch up of 2026… and we’re straight back into it! We kick things off talking winter illnesses, whether 'man flu' is actually a thing, and why the placebo effect might be more powerful than people think, along with a few honest Christmas confessions (including why we’re both useless at gifts). Lunch & Learn is back and we look at motorway lane rules what the rules actually say. We also cover winning Pinkbike Comment of the Year, New Year goal setting vs streak culture, Davi’s newest hobby obsession, the idea of finally doing our bike test, and a huge 2026 partnership announcement for the podcast. Episode Sponsors:- - Want an easy way to tick your daily nutritional needs? Support the show and get 15% OFF HUEL products with code ‘RIDE’ at . Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel — nutritionally complete meals in minutes, so you can focus on what really matters… biking. - Cadence turns your phone or Apple Watch into a fully-featured bike computer, but with way more flexibility than most head units. You get unlimited custom screens, over 200 metrics, full Bluetooth sensor support, proper turn-by-turn navigation, offline maps, structured training, and Strava Live Segments. Head to Try it for a month for FREE and see if it replaces your bike computer! Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo → Kecks → use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/39803975

Playing MAVRIX with Jono & Matt Jones! 01/21/2026

Blake Samson On Building His New Channel the Right Way 01/14/2026

Blake Samson On Building His New Channel the Right Way Blake Samson (aka Zimblake) is back on The Ride Companion to talk about what happens after you take the leap. In this episode, Blake breaks down launching his new YouTube channel, building his first major project from scratch, why he’s choosing the slow, proper route, and how trust, planning, and passion are shaping what comes next. We also dive into burnout, long-form content, attention spans, building without cutting corners and why fun still matters when your passion becomes your work. This is the next chapter of Blake’s journey and it’s only just getting started. Episode Sponsors:- - Mudhugger: Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at - HUEL: Support the show and get 15% OFF HUEL products with code ‘RIDE’ at . Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel — nutritionally complete meals in minutes, so you can focus on what really matters… biking. - Fan of quality tools and want to geek out? Feedback Sports is available from your local bike shop, online retailers such as Saddleback and Bike 24, plus directly from Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo: Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/39699020

Jono Jones on Saracen, MAVRIX, returning to racing (ft. Matt Jones) 01/08/2026

Jono Jones on Saracen, MAVRIX, returning to racing (ft. Matt Jones) Jono Jones is back for the first Ride Companion episode of 2026 and, Matt Jones joins the chat too! On this episode Jono talks about his return to Saracen Bikes, his early World Cup years, racing as a junior, learning to manage pressure and why stepping away from results chasing has changed how he rides. Jono also shares insights on his role at MAVRIX, what he actually does, why he left banking to work with Matt, how realistic physics shape the gameplay, and why gaming skills are starting to translate into real world riding. There are also stories from A Slice Of British Pie, North vs South, early career mistakes, kite surfing in South Africa, and Matt Jones joins the episode for some classic stories and brotherly banter! We hope you enjoy the episode. Don't forget to hit like, subscribe and leave a comment! Learn about MAVRIX: Episode Sponsors:- - Mudhugger: Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at - HUEL: Support the show and get 15% OFF HUEL products with code ‘RIDE’ at . Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel — nutritionally complete meals in minutes, so you can focus on what really matters… biking. - Manta Sleep: Get 10% off with code theridecompanion at Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → Focus Bikes → SRAM: adidas FiveTen: invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: Igloo: Feedback Sports: WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at Follow The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/39657750

The Best Moments of The Ride Companion (2025) 12/31/2025

What 2025 Taught Me (12 Lessons) 12/29/2025

Community Rules Over Everything... (EOY Episode) 12/17/2025

Roger Vieira Breakthrough Season Review, Street Race Wins & Factory Future 12/10/2025

Roger Vieira Breakthrough Season Review, Street Race Wins & Factory Future Roger Vieira is back on The Ride Companion and this time it’s a completely different chapter! Roger Vieira & Pivot Factory Racing was one of the best stories to come out of the 2025 season. Last time Roger sat in the studio he was questioning whether a factory ride would ever happen, then just weeks later he found himself in Poland racing a brand new bike with barely any testing and suddenly living the dream he’d chased for over a decade. In this episode we unpack that entire whirlwind year, the real difference between “puzzling” as a privateer and “dialling” as a factory rider, battling imposter syndrome, learning to trust the data and the team, and how mindset plays as big a role as fitness. We also dive into Roger’s massive Genova street race win on the Pivot Firebird, why that result meant so much to him and the team and how it helped prove he truly belonged at factory level. To top it all off, Roger reveals he’s now secured a two year Pivot Factory Racing deal, quit the day job, and is heading into his first ever proper off-season with Queenstown, California and Supercross trips on the horizon. This is one of those full circle Ride Companion stories that we couldn't be more proud to be a part of it. BORA BORA!! Episode Sponsors:- - Hiplok → Head on over to to claim your exclusive offer and keep YOUR bikes YOURS. - Looking for a new car or van and don't want to deal with dodgy dealers? Check out - WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: - Focus Bikes: - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at - Hiplok: - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at - Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site. Follow Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/39320925

The Speed Episode Gets Weird (Again) 12/03/2025

Lando Steezy: The Real Story of How Cycling Saved His Life 11/27/2025

Lando Steezy: The Real Story of How Cycling Saved His Life Lando Steezy (Leo Smith) has one of the rawest and most inspiring stories we’ve ever had on The Ride Companion. From growing up homeless, losing family members, watching friends fall into crime and addiction and nearly going down the same path himself, to discovering BMX and eventually becoming one of the most recognisable and influential riders in UK mountain biking, his journey is unreal. In this episode, Lando opens up about his turbulent childhood in Macclesfield, the moment that changed his life at 14, the friends he lost along the way, and how riding became his escape and ultimately his purpose. He talks about the first viral TikTok that blew up overnight, nearly turning down an Anthill Films shoot because he didn’t know who they were, and how his partner pushed him back onto social media when he’d lost the love. We dig into representation in MTB, the crossover between wheelie culture and mountain biking, his creative work outside of riding, the grief and anxiety he’s learned to manage, and why gravel bikes have become such a big part of his life. This is one of the most honest and powerful conversations we’ve recorded and we’re massively grateful to Lando for being so open. We hope you enjoy the episode. Episode Sponsors:- - For a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 2 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code RIDE at - Invisiframe → 15% off kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: - WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://uk.worx.com Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: - Focus Bikes: - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at - Hiplok: - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at - Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site. Follow Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/39190970

Olly’s Brutal Injury & Davi’s INSANE Amazon Purchases 11/19/2025

Tom Isted: Inside Red Bull Rampage 2025 (Judging, Building, Injuries & More) 11/12/2025

Tom Isted: Inside Red Bull Rampage 2025 (Judging, Building, Injuries & More) Tom Isted is back on The Ride Companion! Fresh from Red Bull Rampage 2025, Tom stops by the studio to break down every detail of his time in the Utah desert — from building his line and flipping flat drops, to navigating event politics and dealing with the fallout from Adolf Silva’s crash. Tom shares how he manages risk, his honest take on judging, and what it really takes to earn respect at freeride’s biggest event. Plus, behind-the-scenes stories about his dig crew, surviving the chaos, and balancing family life while being one of the world’s most versatile mountain bike riders. We hope you enjoy the episode. Adolf Silva's Road2Recovery page: Episode Sponsors:- - Hiplok → Head on over to to claim your exclusive offer and keep YOUR bikes YOURS. - Want an easy way to tick your daily nutritional needs? Support the show and get 15% OFF HUEL products with code ‘RIDE’ at . Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel — nutritionally complete meals in minutes, so you can focus on what really matters… biking. Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: - Focus Bikes: - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at - Hiplok: - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at - Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site. Follow Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/38993100

Rob Warner talks Red Bull Rampage, ADHD, new music career and more... 11/06/2025

Rob Warner talks Red Bull Rampage, ADHD, new music career and more... Rob Warner is back on The Ride Companion! In this episode, Rob joins Olly and Davi to talk about his first ever trip to Red Bull Rampage, what it was like to finally see the venue in person, the true scale you can’t capture on TV and what it feels like watching riders hit massive freeride lines for the very first time. The lads also dig into the harsh realities of athletes pushing big-mountain freeride and action sports to the absolute limit. Rob opens up about living with ADHD and autism, how it feels being so publicly outspoken about it, and how commentary helps him find flow state. He also reflects on his recent ADHD diagnosis film series, shares details about his new projects, a Viking death-road film in the Scottish Highlands, a rap collab in New York, and the long-awaited return of the Egg Cult with The Whole Egg-chilada. This is classic Warner, we hope you enjoy the episode! Adolf Silva's Road2Recovery page: Episode Sponsors:- - Invisiframe → 15% off kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: https://www.invisiframe.co.uk - WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: - Looking for a new car or van and don't want to deal with dodgy dealers? Check out Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: - Focus Bikes: - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at - Hiplok: - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at - Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site. Follow Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/38923200

Gee Atherton: Bottling Fear, Mindset, Hardline Future & The Crash That Changed Everything 10/29/2025

Gee Atherton: Bottling Fear, Mindset, Hardline Future & The Crash That Changed Everything The legend, Gee Atherton is on the podcast! In this episode Gee opens up like never before. From bottling fear and the brutal lessons of the Knife Edge crash, to the mindset shift that’s carried him from World Cup Downhill racing into big mountain freeride projects. We get into the story of Atherton Bikes and why the family had to start their own brand, why having a World Cup race team was non-negotiable, and what it really takes to build a bike/brand with his family. Gee talks about the future of Red Bull Hardline, why the course has to keep getting bigger, faster and gnarlier, how fear bonds the riders together, and whether it’s spawning a brand new discipline: Super Downhill. He also reflects on Rampage (two 2nd places), why walking away from a feature hurts more than crashing, and shares the training hacks that keep him riding at the top level after decades of injuries. Gee teases a brand new edit that almost required him to ride in a stab proof vest and his next big-mountain project in Nepal. This is a rare look inside the mindset of one of the sport’s most iconic characters, this episode is unmissable and we hope you enjoy it. If you do, share the episode with your friends! Gee's latest project drops here Episode Sponsors:- - Invisiframe → 15% off kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: https://www.invisiframe.co.uk - Troy Lee Designs brand new stage pro knee guards are now live. Learn more at - Looking for a new car or van and don't want to deal with dodgy dealers? Check out Get early access & ad-free episodes → You can also support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: - Focus Bikes: - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at - Hiplok: - Play Fantasy Downhill at The Race Companion: - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at - Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site. Follow Olly Wilkins Instagram YouTube The Ride Companion Instagram YouTube YouTube clips and BTS channel Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more 📝 Contact Us & Business: Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast /episode/index/show/thehktpodcast/id/38767425

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