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At Jenson USA, our passion for cycling sprouted back in 1994 and has since taken root and grown into a community of people devoted to living life to its fullest. We all approach life with different stories and special experiences that have shaped us into who we are as individuals. Deep down, it's a love of adventure that brings us together, inspires us to push the limits of what we are capable of, and daily rediscover the freedom found when we first started pedaling.
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 23 "E-Bikes: Putting the Versus in Kendall Vs. Kendall."
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One of the fastest growing bike segments is e-bikes, but it is also one of the more hotly debated subjects amongst cyclist. In this 2-part series, we take a look at the pros and cons of e-bikes and discuss the 2 sides of the debate. With almost no ride time on e-bikes, Seth comes from the nay camp, while Jeff has spent a good amount of time on e-bi…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 22 "What We’ve Learned in Teaching Our Kids to Ride."
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We’ve all experienced the addicting joy of riding our bikes. Passing that stoke on to the next generation of riders takes that joy to the next level for a parent, but navigating all the options of youth bikes, kid accessories, sizing, and more can be daunting. As parents of up and coming micro rippers, Jeff and Seth take to the mics to dig into wor…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 21 "Hot or Not: Hardtails and Single Speeds?"
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Full suspension bikes seem to be all the rage in the MTB world, but should you be looking to the past for simpler ride at your center? We think the answer is a resounding “yes and no, but definitely kind of!” That’s because modern hardtails forego the suppleness of rear suspension, but may have more in common with their double squishy counterparts …
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 20 "feat. Hannah Bergmann"
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In the latest episode of Kendall vs Kendall, we sit down with a rising star of freeride and enduro racing and Pacific Northwest legend, Hannah Bergemann. Hannah is pushing the world of women’s mountain biking forward and helping to create a path for the next generation of badass riders. Join us as we dig into her story, what inspires her to push ha…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 19 "feat. Brian Park of PinkBike.com"
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Surely you've heard of PinkBike.com, and if not, well, it's the largest website dedicated to mountain biking in the world. Brian Park is the head of editorial, and has held that position for almost three years now. First we dive into Brian's background and career trajectory, then ask about daily decision making while directing such a key website, a…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 18 "feat. Kirby Bedsaul with Chris King Precision Components"
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Chris King has a long history of creating some of the most beautiful and reliable components in the bike industry. In this episode we got the chance to sit down with the Kirby Bedsaul, General Manager of all things Chris King, to dig into what drives such an epic brand. Lend us your ears for a bit to learn more about the history of Chris King, what…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 17 "feat. Kyle Warner"
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Kyle Warner is a three time North American Enduro Tour champion, and today has found a unique niche in the mountain bike world, racing select events such as the Mega Avalanche in France. However, beyond his racing, Kyle has been finding some interesting ways to give back to the community. From his fundraising to assist victims of the Paradise, CA, …
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 16 "Bike Geometry 101, part 1"
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We all know that different bikes excel at different things, but how can we understand the largest factor of what gives each bike its own personality? Frame geometry, as Seth and Jeff argue, is the most significant factor in determining how a bike will ride. In this episode, we go over the basics of understanding how geometry affects a bike's feel a…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 15 "feat. Joe Murray"
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Joe Murray, current Shimano SKUNK tester, is a living legend of mountain biking. Those who ride with him today know he still only has one speed - FAST! Joe has been a key figure in mountain biking since the sport's inception. Not only was Joe the first ever NORBA national champion, he also has a racing pedigree that few have matched since. Joe bega…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 14 "Maintenance May"
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Ahhhhh, Spring has sprung and most remnants of Winter are melting away. This means it is time to pull your trusty bicycle down and get it prepped to shred. Jeff and I sat down together at my home in Oregon to knock out our first in-person podcast. We cover the maintenance checklist that you should go through to make sure your bike is fully shred re…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 13 "Sea Otter Classic - Sander Rigney of Rock Shox"
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Sander Rigney, the vice president of Rock Shox, has been working at the company since 1998, and has seen the industry come through some significant changes. While at the Sea Otter Classic, Jeff had the opportunity to sit down with Sander and ask about Sander's perspective on several aspects of the suspension world, including the new product testing…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 12 "Colin of Ibis Bicycles"
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Colin Hughes has led the engineering team at Ibis Cycles since 2007. Colin and Jeff Kendall-Weed first met while they were simultaneously attending CalPoly State University in San Luis Obispo, CA, back in 2003. Join Jeff and Colin for a conversation that covers not just some of the innovation on the new Ripley, but also Colin's own background in ri…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 11 "Sea Otter Classic - George and Greg of E13"
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Credits:Recorded by: Jeff Kendall WeedEdited and Mixed by: Ivan TijerinaMusic: "Relax Your Mind" by GonzaA Jenson USA ProductionBy JensonUSA
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 10 "Sea Otter Classic - Jacob McGahey of Industry Nine"
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"Asheville, North Carolina based Industry Nine doesn't need much of an introduction. With the release of their new American-made Hydra hub system, Jeff sat down with I9 vice president Jacob McGahey to discuss the new technology. Jacob is a great guest, and explains some of the innovations in the brand's unique wheel systems, as well as some of the …
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 9 "Jet Set Bike Life"
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Winter weather putting a damper on riding your local trails? Want to try to challenge yourself on new terrain? There's no better time to travel to one (or six!) of the many amazing bike destinations around the globe. Jeff and Seth dig into the details on how to travel with your bike, so you can ride, experience, and explore the vast world of trails…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 8 “2019… Best MTB Year Yet?”
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Jeff Kendall-Weed and Seth Kendall are back on the mics with their first episode of Kendall VS. Kendall of 2019. In this episode, they cast their predictions as to why they think 2019 is going to deliver the best year for biking we’ve ever seen. From team shake ups, to race calendars, to hot new products, this year looks to be one for the record bo…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 7 "PNW Components"
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The bike industry is composed of a vast mix of businesses ranging from small to big. In this episode of Kendall vs. Kendall, Jeff invited Aaron Kerson from PNW components to sit down with us and take a look behind the curtain of PNW Components. Get know the who, what, how, and why of this very small but very cool and innovative company.Credits:Reco…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 6 "Top Tech"
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The bike world has evolved over the years to create the amazing 2-wheeled machines that propel us along today. Jeff and Seth take a look back on the tech that helped innovate bikes and the way we ride. Join us in this 2-part episode that takes a tour of the past, present, and future tech that is shaping cycling, and even some of the missteps along …
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 5 "Mental Gremlins"
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Mental gremlins are the small voices or gut feelings you experience warning you of danger. We look at when to listen to your gremlins, and when/how to overcome them in this episode of Kendall vs. Kendall.Credits:Recorded by: Jeff Kendall Weed and Seth KendallEdited and Mixed by: Ivan TijerinaMusic: "Relax Your Mind" by GonzaA Jenson USA Production…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 4 "Accentuate Strengths or Hide Weaknesses?"
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We all have strengths and weaknesses in our riding abilities. We explore the ins & outs of building a bike to cater to your strengths or to hide your weaknesses on this episode of Kendall vs. Kendall.Credits:Recorded by: Jeff Kendall Weed and Seth KendallEdited and Mixed by: Ivan TijerinaMusic: "Relax Your Mind" by GonzaA Jenson USA Production…
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Kendall VS Kendall Ep. 3 "Wheel Wars Cont."
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A major aspect of recent bike innovations has come from the changing world of wheel sizes. Jeff and I break down the how, why, and where next of bike wheel sizing on this 2-part series of Kendall vs. Kendall. Be sure to check out the first episode of this series.Credits:Recorded by: Jeff Kendall Weed and Seth KendallEdited and Mixed by: Ivan Tijeri…
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A major aspect of recent bike innovations has come from the changing world of wheel sizes. Jeff and I break down the how, why, and where next of bike wheel sizing on this 2-part series of Kendall vs. Kendall. Be sure to check out the second episode of this series.Credits:Recorded by: Jeff Kendall Weed and Seth KendallEdited and Mixed by: Ivan Tijer…
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Welcome to Kendall vs. Kendall where legendary rider and bike industry veteran, Jeff Kendall-Weed, chats with Jenson USA's own long-time mechanic, shop manager, and now-marketer, Seth Kendall, about anything and everything related to bikes. Take a listen and get to know these two bike geeks.Credits:Recorded by: Jeff Kendall Weed and Seth KendallEdi…
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