The Ride Companion

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

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

Duncan Ferris on The Psychology of Trail Building, 4X Racing and More 10/22/2025

Duncan Ferris on The Psychology of Trail Building, 4X Racing and More Trail boss Duncan Ferris is on the podcast! Duncan Ferris has lived two MTB lives: from 4X racer and World Cup track builder to shaping the UK’s most ridden bike park trails at BikePark Wales. In this episode, Duncan takes us from the Bristol BSX scene, to building World Cup 4X tracks like Schladming, Vigo and Villingen and finally chasing down the National Champs jersey after 20 years. We dive deep into trail building psychology, why braking bumps form where they shouldn’t, why variety in a crew is essential and how riders unlock creativity on a trail. Plus Duncan shares the BikePark Wales origin story, the dream project that became Vanta with Red Bull and Laurie Greenland, wild tales of dynamite on trail builds and digging up grenades. We hope you enjoy this episode with one of the true legends of UK mountain biking. Episode Sponsors:- - Hiplok → Head on over to to claim your exclusive offer and keep YOUR bikes YOURS. - Ride more for less with BPWs weekday uplift bundles. You can treat yourself to a bundle of 2,4,6 or 10 uplifts. Valid for use 12 months from the date of purchase so you can rest assured you can rip the UK's biggest bike park as much as you want! Please note: Bundles cannot be used to make multiple bookings on the same date. - 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: - 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/38616710

Phil Atwill Talks Style, Mental Health, Team Management, Downhill and More 10/15/2025

Phil Atwill Talks Style, Mental Health, Team Management, Downhill and More Phil Atwill is on The Ride Companion Podcast! In this episode, Phil joins Olly and Davi to talk about his incredible career (so far), from making riding fun at Aston Hill and earning his first pay cheque as a pro, to dealing with injuries, pressure, and the infamous 2017 hardtail World Cup protest run. He talks about his long-standing relationship with Propain Bikes and how it inspired the creation of the Propain Positive Team, his move to Greece, and why he’s so dedicated to growing the local MTB scene. Phil also opens up about the state of downhill racing, mental health, and balancing competition with creative projects like Flow State 2. Along the way we dive into urban downhill madness, his honest thoughts on Rampage, the “prison bus” team van, product development with sponsors, and even some strong words for British Cycling plus much more... Episode Sponsors:- - Pedros Tools → These are the best tools folks, no question. You can check out their range of bike specific torque tools, multitools and more at and use code theridecompanion for 15% off everything on site! - Troy Lee Designs brand new stage pro knee guards are now live. Learn more at - Hiplok → Head on over to to claim your exclusive offer and keep YOUR bikes YOURS. 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/38564670

Red Bull Rampage 2025 Preview (with Brendog) 10/12/2025

Dan Milner on Wild Adventure MTB Photography (North Korea, Afghanistan & More) 10/08/2025

Dan Milner on Wild Adventure MTB Photography (North Korea, Afghanistan & More) Adventure photographer Dan Milner has spent three decades turning a bike into a passport. From North Korea to Afghanistan, from camping among polar bears in Svalbard to being buried by a 10-day Alaskan blizzard, his career has been about chasing risk, chasing stories, and suffering for the photo. During this episode we get into the infamous 1994 MBUK self-timer 'selfie' that started it all, smuggling bikes onto gondolas in flip-flops, why real risk changes as you age, the strange normality of Pyongyang, bivvying through a typhoon with minders in polythene raincoats, and the wild beauty of Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor. Dan also opens up about leaving Chamonix after 24 years for a biodiversity project on the Isle of Skye, the demise of magazines versus short form content, mentoring the next generation, and where AI does (and doesn’t) fit into adventure storytelling. We hope you enjoy the fascinating look into one of the world's most respected adventure photographers. Episode Sponsors:- - WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: - Talk it out with BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month at - 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: - 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/38456740

Anton Thelander: From Slopestyle Phenom to Burnout & Finding the Love Again 10/01/2025

Anton Thelander: From Slopestyle Phenom to Burnout & Finding the Love Again Swedish mountain bike royalty Anton Thelander is on the podcast! On this episode of The Ride Companion Anton talks about going from local skateparks and Sweden’s MTB school to Red Bull Phenom, a 4th place at Joyride and a Rampage debut before suffering the effects of burnout. In this brutally honest conversation Anton opens up about Martin Söderström’s mentorship, Canyon signing, that first Red Bull helmet reveal and the tough years. Anton opens up about depression, losing contracts, moving back home, and how he started rebuilding with therapy, movement, a new toolbox for his mind, and finally rediscovering riding during covid. Anton also talks about being back involved in slopestyle with a healthier relationship to the bike and a new purpose as a judge. He shares what judging actually looks like (the silhouette rule), why the trick economy is like learning Excel plus much more... Episode Sponsors:- - WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: - Hiplok → Head on over to to claim your exclusive offer and keep YOUR bikes YOURS. - Pedros Tools → These are the best tools folks, no question. You can check out their range of bike specific torque tools, multitools and more at and use code theridecompanion for 15% off everything on site! 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/38351800

Brendan Fairclough Reveals His Gnarliest Build Ever + Rampage 2025 Predictions 09/25/2025

Loam Hunting, Secret Tech & Olly’s Surprising New Hobby 09/17/2025

Loam Hunting, Secret Tech & Olly’s Surprising New Hobby Loam hunting, superbikes, and downhill! This week Olly and Davi discuss why riders are obsessed with loam, World Superbike vs MTB, BMC’s possibly secret XC dropper tech, Olly talks about his trip to Les Gets to discover a new hobby, Ronan Dunne’s insane run and Theo Erlangsen winning the internet. We also talk Cerro Abajo in Italy, Billy Bolt’s Red Bull Tyne Ride, the future of urban racing, answer your listener questions and much more. Episode Sponsors:- - Hiplok → Head on over to to claim your exclusive offer and keep YOUR bikes YOURS. - Troy Lee Designs brand new stage pro knee guards are now live. Learn more at - 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: - 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/38236225

Blake Samson Reveals Why He Really Left GMBN (and What’s Next) 09/10/2025

Blake Samson Reveals Why He Really Left GMBN (and What’s Next) Blake Samson (aka Zimblake) is on the podcast!! After nine years at GMBN, Blake opens up for the first time about what it was really like to be part of one of the world’s biggest MTB YouTube channels. He takes us inside the “gold rush” early days, the reality of filming 365 videos a year, the sunshine shoots, idea sessions, thumbnail battles, and the relentless pace that nearly broke him. Blake also shares how Martin Ashton brought him into the fold, the story behind the legendary Bucket Bike, his approach to reaching audiences outside of MTB, and his surprising pick for the one bike he’d ride for life. And as one chapter ends, Blake teases the next: going all-in on his own channel with a mix of MTB, outdoor builds, Jeeps, 4x4 adventures, camping, motorbikes, fishing, and big adventures still to come. Episode Sponsors:- - Invisiframe → 15% off kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: - It's winter/night riding time! Check out the brand new Six Pack 15 handlebar light & Zenith 4 helmet light at - Inside this episode you'll find a paid advertisement from our new friends at BetterHelp. Talk it out with BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month at 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/38127250

A podcast about anxiety and other things 09/03/2025

A podcast about anxiety and other things Flying solo this week companionship! During this episode I decided to talk about anxiety (amongst other things). I wanted to share how my anxiety presents it's self, where I think it comes from, why so many of us feel it and what’s actually helped me manage it. I also take some time to answer some listener questions around MTB origins, riding with pros, running in a new bike, ebikes, Billy Bolt’s Tyne Ride, fitness/bodybuilding, music, books, podcasts and more. I don't find doing this easy AT ALL so, I hope you find some enjoyment from me putting myself through it! Resources mentioned:- The Anxiety Prescription (Russell Kennedy) The Anxious Generation (Jonathan Haidt) Episode Sponsors:- - WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: - Inside this episode you'll find a paid advertisement from our new friends at BetterHelp. Talk it out with BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month at 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/38055635

Honey, I Shrunk the Nuts! Listener Questions Special 08/27/2025

Our Weird Spa day, Icks, Gym Etiquette and More 08/20/2025

Ed Masters on the Spirit of Enduro, the Psychology of Racing & His Wild Hardline Pitch 08/13/2025

Josh Bryceland on Why He Really Came Back to Racing, MTB Philosophy & the State of Downhill 08/06/2025

Josh Bryceland on Why He Really Came Back to Racing, MTB Philosophy & the State of Downhill Josh “Ratboy” Bryceland joins us at the Red Bull studio at Hardline! In this episode, Josh opens up about his unique approach to racing and fatherhood, freeriding, organising events, and his not so serious attempt at farming (despite owning all the gear and growing nothing). We dive into what it’s really like to ride Hardline, how he manages his mindset to avoid the dreaded “red zone,” and why he never took a serious approach to racing even at the top level. He reflects on his time with the Santa Cruz Syndicate, how racing has changed over the years, and why he stepped away just as the sport was getting more clinical. Josh also shares how he helped create Bolly Skyline Enduro, a grassroots mountain bike event that brought his local community together in the best possible way. Inside this episode you'll find a paid advertisement from our new friends at BetterHelp. Talk it out with BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/ridecompanion 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/37672160

Wyn Masters Talks Shifting Focus, Secret Elite DH Performance Hacks, E-Bikes & Wyn TV's future 07/30/2025

Brendan Fairclough's WILD top to bottom at Hardline 2025 (full story) 07/26/2025

Eliot Jackson's Red Bull Hardline insights, predictions and more... 07/23/2025

Red Bull Hardline 2025 preview & our BIG news! 07/23/2025

Iago Garay: The Real State of Enduro, Life Threatening Scares & Why He Rides With Gratitude 07/16/2025

Iago Garay: The Real State of Enduro, Life Threatening Scares & Why He Rides With Gratitude What does it take to race almost every Enduro World Series round since 2013, survive a life threatening brain aneurysm and then keep racing? In this episode of The Ride Companion we sat down with Iago Garay to hear about his journey from early Mega Avalanche races to the modern EDR World Cup. We cover everything from how Enduro racing has evolved, the training demands, nutrition, memorising tracks and Iago’s near death brain aneurysm in 2023 that changed everything. We also dive into what he would do if he ran the sport, why coverage is still an issue, how enduro is still the most relatable form of MTB and how his recovery reshaped his entire perspective on life. Follow Ella Conolly: New merch drops soon + you can support the show by checking out our ad free BIG thanks to this episode's sponsors: Pedros Tools → These are the best tools folks, no question. You can check out their range of bike specific torque tools, multitools and more at and use code theridecompanion for 15% off everything on site! EbikeExchange → Got an ebike to sell or looking to buy one with confidence? has you covered! WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: You can also support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: - Focus Bikes: - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at - Hiplok: - Nissan Vans: - 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/37405635

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