Join Ric McLaughlin and Ruaridh Cunningham from the Enduro World Series as they talk racing, riders and tech from inside the world's most-exciting mountain bike race series!
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We delve into the MTB world, talking to athletes, trainers, mechanics, brands and more, to bring you all the best insight that will inform and inspire you, and help you ride your bike faster, have more fun, and find out about more about the characters behind the sport that we love.
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Ever wondered what life is like as a professional cyclist? Australian ex-professional cyclist Mitch Docker takes you inside the world of Professional Cycling. Bringing you the stories behind the individuals in the sport - from the pros in the peloton to staff behind the teams - to commentators & legends, plus training insights & debriefs on major races throughout the year. It’s all here! Newly retired from the professional peloton, Mitch is exploring his new pelotons - all the pelotons that ...
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The Successful Athletes Podcast makes you faster with athlete interviews that dig into the details of outstanding accomplishments. From world record performances to personal records and life changing health improvements, get an inside look at what it takes to get faster.
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In this show, Andrew sets out to pick apart the minds and strategies that Top Athletes and Industry leaders use to reach the pinnacle of their Sport. Including their early beginnings, bouncing back from adversity, and candid untold stories from life on the road. As a professional international mountain biker, and now commentator, Andrew “ Needles “ Neethling brings 18 years of experience in all aspects of the Cycling and Mountain Bike Industry.Very MTB related
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#122: Crankbrothers World Cup Downhill MTB Preview Show 2024.Sven Martin and Alan Milway join the show.
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2024 World Cup Downhill racing is here and HERE Other Episode Sponsors: AG1 AG1 is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkAG1.com/movingtheneedle MANSCAPED If you head over to MANSCAPED.com and use code " movingtheneedle" you'll get an …
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Benoit Coulanges: Climbing to the Top Step
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Today, we have the privilege of welcoming Benoit Coulanges to the show. Benoit embodies dedication and commitment, embarking on an 11-year odyssey with a clear goal: to take a World Cup victory. Throughout this time of ups and downs, challenges and successes, Benoit has remained laser focused on his target. We’ll journey back to his incredible silv…
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Introducing Red Bull’s Just Ride Podcast: Rachel Atherton Reflects on Her Family and Career
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This week we have something a bit different for you. At Downtime we’re all about the gravity side of things, but if you’ve ever fancied dipping your toe into the waters of other cycling disciplines then I’ve got a podcast recommendation for you, that’s hosted by none other than Eliot Jackson and Rob Warner. Just Ride from Red Bull sees Eliot and Ro…
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What is Enduro? With Paul Van Der Ploeg and Matt Fairbrother
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP Since retiring from the pro pelo, I’ve been itching to dip my toes into as many different cycling disciplines as possible. I raced on drop handlebars and skinny tyres for over a decade, now I want a heap of new challenges to tackle on the bike. I love getting out and exploring on my gravel bike,…
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Katy Winton On Career Transitions, Burnout, and Finding Balance
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Today, we’re joined by Katy Winton. In this episode, Katy opens up about her journey through burnout, the unexpected end of GT Factory Racing, and the reality of trying to find a team in the current economic climate. But fear not – Katy’s resilience shines through as she shares how she’s navigated these challenges and changes and found fulfilment o…
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Talking Luft Top 6's! Paris Roubaix Most Influential with Matt Goss
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP We’re back this week with another Talking Luft Top Six. This week it’s the turn of special guest - and Monument winner, Matt Goss, who shares his Top Six Most Influential from Paris Roubaix! As those of you who caught the last edition will know, we’ve mixed things up with Talking Luft this year,…
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#121.Chris Seager: Deathgrip 2 World Exclusive! From humble filmer to getting featured on Netflix. Navigating MTB stars and the industry.
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Chris Seager, better known as Seags to the MTB industry has grown up as a humble filmer to now regarded as one of the top filmers of this new generation. Teaming up with Brendan Fairclough and Clay Porter to bring you Deathgrip 1 which featured on Netflix, they are now about to release the sequel Deathgrip 2. Learn all about filmmaking, getting it …
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Finding Your Authentic Self – Dan Griffiths aka Moonhead Media
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Today, I’m joined by Dan Griffiths, aka Moonhead Media, known for his stunning mountain bike photography. In this episode, we’re going beyond the photos, diving deep into Dan’s personal journey. From capturing those jaw-dropping moments to confronting the challenges of mental health, Dan shares his unfiltered story with us. We’ll hear how Dan’s jou…
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP In this week’s Life in the Peloton pod, I’m taking a dive into the topic of ketones. Ketones arrived in the peloton just a few years ago, and to many people they are seen as a sort of wonder fuel, but to others they are still a grey area supplement. To get stuck into the subject I was lucky enou…
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Your Biggest Mountain Bike Fitness Challenges Solved
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Today, I’m joined by Ben Plenge from the Strength Factory and we’re diving headfirst into the world of mountain bike fitness, tackling some of the most pressing questions from you, the listeners. From battling arm pump to fine-tuning your nutrition and hydration strategies, we leave no stone unturned. Join us as we explore topics ranging from race-…
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It’s full gas racing season in Europe, so I’ve been really looking forward to catching up with Luke & Tom for what I knew would be a pretty action-packed Race Communiqué! The boys have been on very different schedules; Luke has been with Jayco-Alula at Paris-Nice and then on to the cobbled classics, which he dialled in from this week. Meanwhile, To…
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Downhill Dynamics: Andrew Shandro’s Perspective on Racing, Managing, and Mentoring
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Today we’re joined by Trek Factory Racing’s downhill team manager, Andrew Shandro. We’ll delve into the dynamic journey of Andrew’s career, from his early days as a racer, through his time as a free rider and rampage competitor, to his pivotal role as a team manager and mentor. We’ll discuss Andrew’s involvement with Trek’s C3 programme, where he’s…
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#120. Anka Martin:Downhill to Enduro to multi-stage racing.Riding for causes bigger than yourself, epic tales from her journey in MTB. Life lessons and everything in between.
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Anka Martin has had an incredible and unique career in Mountain Biking. Anka started MTB in her twenties and then turned Pro competing in Downhill on the world stage. She transitioned to Enduro MTB in the early years notching up podiums and some incredible finishes in multiple stage races. She did not stop there, completing multiple Cape Epic races…
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP It’s Classics season! It’s my favourite time of the cycling year and I am so stoked to be able to bring you an absolute legend of the Classics, a Flandrien legend, and a true king of the cobbles, Tom Boonen. When it comes to the Cobbled Classics, Tom’s palmarès are mind blowing: he is the joint …
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Today I’m joined by one of the most stylish enduro riders on the planet, Iago Garay. Iago’s story is one of passion, perseverance, hard work and dedication. In this episode, we’ll explore the pivotal moments that shaped Iago’s journey, from his introduction to mountain biking to his unique story of how he turned professional and got his big break. …
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Talking Luft Top 6's! Milan San-Remo's Most Influential
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP Ok guys, here we go, Classic season is almost here and to get things going we’ve torn up the old Talking Luft script, and come up with something new! So then, let me introduce Talking Luft’s Top Six… In this new format, we are going to focus on a single race with our guests and discuss the six m…
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Rémy Métailler’s Winning Formula, Riding Advice and More
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Today we’re sitting down for a long overdue catch up with mountain biking legend Remy Metailler. In this episode, we discuss the action from Hardline Tasmania, explore the dynamic between racing and the influencer culture dominating YouTube and social media, and unravel the intricacies of collaborating with partners in the industry. Along the way, …
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#119. Dakotah Norton: Humble beginnings to earning your way to the top of the sport of Downhill.
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Dakotah Norton had a late start to his Downhill career but that is not holding him back. Humble beginnings to World Cup Podiums and Multiple US National Titles. This conversation does not disappoint and covers the role the mental side plays in the sport among many topics. Norton has earned his spot in the sport. Uncover the secrets behind his rapid…
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Life in the Peloton Chronicles: Sauna life
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This is a short excerpt from the longer episode. To listen to the whole thing and future episodes become a member of The Pelo. For our second subscriber special, in this episode of Life in the Peloton’s Chronicles, Sveino and I take a deep dive into the hot topic of sauna life. Saunas were something that both of us got into at a young age and also …
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP In this episode of Life in the Peloton I get to have a chat with one of the most interesting (and interested) people I’ve met in the world of cycling, co-founder of Skratch Labs, Allen Lim. Dr Lim… Allen… or Al (as you can call him) may not be the first person who springs to mind when we think o…
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That Amazing Run at Hardline Tasmania With Louise Ferguson
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Today, we’re diving into the adrenaline-fuelled world of Red Bull Hardline with none other than the fearless Louise Ferguson. Strap in as we explore Lou’s electrifying performance in Tasmania, where she pushed the boundaries of possibility and left an indelible mark on the mountain bike landscape. From saying no to her first Hardline invite, to bei…
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We’re back this week with the Race Communiqué; getting the inside track on what is happening in the pro peloton with myself and my good mates Luke Durbridge and Tom Southam. The last month has been a busy one for the pro peloton. We’ve had the first European races, some stage race action in the Middle East, plus of course the most important bit - t…
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#118. HARDLINE Review with Sven Martin supported by Crankbrothers
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Sven Martin is my co-host for this episode of Bench Racing. We will cover the season and bring you Review episodes after each race throughout the year. We break down RED BULL HARDLINE held in Tasmania This podcast series is brought to you by Crankbrothers. Crankbrothers is synonymous with the DH racing circuit, and last year celebrated 13 years in …
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Chasing Trail Bike Perfection: The Evolution of the Canyon Spectral
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Today I’m joined by Leo Malmeryd, the lead engineer behind the latest evolution of the Canyon Spectral. Leo will be sharing insights into the meticulous development process that brought forth this new iteration of the Spectral, as they take an evolutionary approach in search of trail bike perfection. But that’s not all – I’m hitting the trails with…
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The Aussie Monument - Melbourne to Warrnambool
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP The Melbourne to Warrnambool is a race like no other. It may not get a huge press outside of Australia, but the 129-year-old event truly is an iconic race. Starting off as a handicap back in 1895 the race route has never included any major climbs, instead it is a race that is shaped by its bruta…
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#116. Oscar Saiz: Learn tricks of the trade and inside stories, technical coach to the stars of MTB.
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Oscar Saiz was a top Downhill racer with an illustrious career spanning 2 decades. He is now one of the most sought-after technical coaches in MTB and Road. Join this fascinating chat between us where we dive into high performance on and off the bike and lessons you can take to life. We cover it all including how to get comfortable under pressure a…
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Brad Simms’ Thrilling Ride from BMX to Mountain Biking
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Today, I’m joined by BMX legend turned mountain biker, Brad Simms. From his humble beginnings in BMX, Brad has carved a path with resilience and passion that continues to inspire riders around the globe. But Brad's story is more than just about bikes; it's about exploration, adaptation, and a spirit of adventure. Join us as we journey through Brad'…
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Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP We’ve got a bumper edition of Talking Luft for you this week, as I had the chance to hit up the 2024 World Tour peloton with some of our favourite - and most important, questions from the show, at the Tour Down Under. The TDU starts are famously laid back, so it was the perfect place for me to m…
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