Mtb Podcast

Today on the MTB Podcast, Jeff interviews our friend Neko Mulally! They discuss all of the details on his new World Cup program, and they also go for a deep dive on the race bikes that Neko designed himself, welded in the U.S. by legendary frame builder Frank the Welder. You won't want to miss this one! Tune in!

The first MTB Podcast episode of the year is here! We first discuss how we will be supporting our friend Neko Mulally with his new World Cup racing program, followed by a quick recap of our Top Products of 2021 video. We then get into an impressive array of listener questions ranging from fork offset to the differences in varying RockShox fork models, why Jared chopped his wig, our favorite MTB tools and more! Tune in! 0:00 Intro 1:25 Neko Mulally & His DH Bike Project 14:33 Our Recent Rides & Jeff's Wild Adventure 25:14 Top Products of 2021 Recap 30:47 Listener Questions Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Best MTB Products of 2021 Video: https://www.worldwidecyclery.com/blogs/worldwide-cyclery-blog/best-of-2021-mtb-parts-accessories-video More about Neko Mulally and his project: worldwidecyclery.com/neko Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com

MTB Podcast Episode 89 is here! We give a quick update on our NICA fundraiser and then we jump straight into a ton of listener questions ranging from everything about brakes, how to get accurate tire pressure and our favorite pedal and shoe combinations to the status of the PB&J supply chain. 00:00 Intro 01:10 NICA Fundraiser Update 04:39 Listener Questions Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczlFdoHUMcFJuHUeZf9b_Q Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Trail1 Components: https://trailone.bike/

MTB Podcast Episode 88 hot off the press! We begin with updates from Jeff after his trip to the Amazon and Jared after his tri, followed by Liam's sweet hardtail build. We also discuss the launch of Trail1 Components followed by a myriad of listener questions ranging from our thoughts on 27.5, Jeff's next bike & more. 00:00 Intro 01:47 Jeff's Trip to the Amazon Jungle 04:01 Jared's Catalina Tri Results 07:23 Liam's Why Cycles Hardtail Build 13:11 Trail One Components 16:18 Listener Questions Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczlFdoHUMcFJuHUeZf9b_Q Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Why Cycles: https://www.whycycles.com/

The boys are back in town with another episode of the MTB Podcast! This time around we discuss Liam's recent races as well as his time at Sea Otter, Jared's preparations for his first and possibly only triathlon, and Jeff's never-ending wacky and wild adventures. As usual, we also cover some seriously top tier listener questions ranging from ideal MTB tire pressures and our thoughts on AXS to whether we should be using grease or jelly for bike maintenance. Lets get into it! 00:00 Intro 01:37 Liam's Recent Races & Sea Otter 2021 13:42 Jared's Tri and Bike Updates + Shop Ride Challenge Results 19:07 Jeff's Continued Out Of Control Travels 25:34 Listener Questions

00:00 Intro 00:57 Jeff's Out of Control Business Adventures & Recent Fun Stuff 06:49 Shop MTB Mileage Challenge Update 12:32 Listener Questions This time on the MTB Podcast, Jeff, Jared, and Liam start off by discussing some of Jeff’s recent slightly out of control business trips as well as some recent type 2 fun that the guys have been getting into. Speaking of fun, we also dive into some of the finer details of a couple of new bikes that we have been riding in addition to the current status of the September MTB mileage competition here at WC HQ. No podcast would be complete without a wide array of listener questions, ranging from Jeff’s hair care products to our feelings on lasagna and everything in between. Not to worry though, we do get into some intriguing bike related stuff as well. Tune in! Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczlFdoHUMcFJuHUeZf9b_Q Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Chasing Epic Mountain Bike Adventures: chasingepicmtb.com/ Revel Bikes:

00:00 Intro 01:15 Colorado Trip 12:10 Recent Fun Stuff! 18:44 Listener Questions On today's MTB podcast, Jeff, Liam, and Jared dive into some listener questions with topics around tire insert technology, riding with poop on your bike, ideas for MTB innovations as well as current supply chain issues and pricing increases. The boys also recap their recent trip to Colorado. Some of the finer points of the trip were visiting the guys at Revel Bikes as well as some night time shenanigans with the crew. While in Colorado they got together with Chasing Epic to hit some epic trails in Crested Butte. Then they roll into some interesting stories of recent antics which include the Worldwide Cyclery Mammoth Lakes trip and Jeff's brutal half marathon. Enjoy! Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczlFdoHUMcFJuHUeZf9b_Q Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Chasing Epic: https://chasingepicmtb.com/ Revel Bikes: https://www.revelbikes.com/

0:00 Intro 1:25 Recent Rides 7:55 New Employee Bikes 21:09 Listener Questions On today’s MTB Podcast Jeff, Jared, and Liam start off with discussing some of their recent trail adventures. One of which was Jeff’s 36 hour multi-sport race in Mammoth as well as Liam and Jared’s Big Bear bike park laps. Next up the boys discuss the finer details of their current bike builds which a few were not exactly planned. Last but not least we get into some of our favorite listener questions, including everything from our experience with Mullet bikes to the best MTB innovations of all time, as well as the durability of E-MTB components, BBQ sauce in a Yeti and everything in between. Enjoy! Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worlwidecyclery.com Chasing Epic Mountain Bike Adventures: https://chasingepicmtb.com/ Mountain Bike Buyers Guide - 2020 Edition: https://youtu.be/CmQVJMFLWbY High Rise MTB Bars? 35/40mm Pros & Cons Explained: https://youtu

00:00 Intro 01:25 Favorite Rides 06:32 Drivetrain Comparison 19:30 Handlebar Comparison 29:17 Commencal Care Program 38:03 Video Call with Micah Rice Executive Director of the Pikes Peak APEX 47:14 Listener Questions On today's MTB Podcast Jeff, Jared, and Liam discuss their current favorite rides and then dive right into a comparison between the SRAM and Shimano drivetrains which includes the cassettes, derailleurs, and how the shifters feel while riding. We then segway into our favorite MTB handlebars, talking about the finer details of the bend, sweep, rise, and stiffness of each. Next up is Commecal’s Care Program which helps their existing customers with any potential build, setup, or potential warranty issues. Jared also gets on a video call with Micah Rice, the Executive Director of the Pikes Peak APEX Mountain Bike Challenge to discuss the race as well as how to set up a race in your local area. We then close it out with some listener questions. Enjoy! Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/

00:00 Intro 1:12 Shimano Link Drive Drivetrains 5:04 Shimano Wireless Electronic Shifting, Dropper Post, & Suspension 10:32 Forestal Bikes 15:59 Current State of E-Bikes 24:55 Recent Worldwide Cyclery Video Recap 42:32 Customer Questions Today on the MTB Podcast, Jeff and Liam are in to talk about our favorite thing on the planet...bikes of course! We start out this episode with a few interesting developments from Shimano. Specifically, their new Link Glide drivetrain and wireless electronic shifting patent they recently filed for. The guys then discuss Forestal bike's official launch and that we will be the exclusive dealer for them. We then go over a few of our recent YouTube videos such as how to upgrade your rear shock, RockShox Domain launch, and our BERD spokes review. Finally, they finish off with a few listener questions. Enjoy! Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Forestal Bikes: https://forest

00:00 Intro 1:01 Personal Stories 7:57 SRAM GX Eagle AXS 14:36 Pirelli Tires 18:18 Shimano Anti-Counterfeit Program 24:20 Common Problems With Mountain Bikes 38:25 March Top Products Recap 53:50 Non-Maxxis Tires 1:05:33 Customer Questions On the MTB Podcast today, Jeff and Jared are back in the saddle to chat about all things mountain bikes including SRAM GX Eagle AXS, the newest wireless drivetrain offering from SRAM. The guys also talk about Pirelli tires, the Shimano anti-counterfeit program, problems with mountain bikes (aside from cost), and touch on a few of our latest YouTube videos. Last but not least, we close it out with listener questions around brake problems and Fox suspension. Enjoy! Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Trending MTB Products March 2021: https://youtu.be/v-DxkfiHU_U Top Tires NOT Maxxis: https://youtu.be/LcLuUwcboJU Mountain Bike Brake Pads | Organic vs. Sintered: https://youtu.b

00:00 Intro 00:54 Bike Sizing and Geo 9:02 Reach and seat tube angle 17:07 Tire casing and why they matter 26:43 Supporting kids on bikes 27:44 WC Staff Miles for NICA 29:27 Suspension setup 101 37:57 Fancy new bikes and parts 46:16 Audience Questions On the MTB Podcast today, Jeff, Jared and Liam talk bike sizing, geometry, and how it has evolved over the years. The guys also talk about tire casing options, why they matter, and what they prefer. They also touch on what we are currently doing to support NICA and follow up on our MTB suspension setup video we recently released on YouTube. Finally, the guys close it out discussing a few new bikes and parts and of course, audience questions. Enjoy! Jeff cutting his Yeti SB4.5: https://youtu.be/E3Qb97HHj1Q MTB Tires Explained: Thicker Casing Sidewalls: https://youtu.be/gEaRkdGN-64 Mountain Bike Suspension Setup: https://youtu.be/ns2McJbvRPs Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidec

1:29 Where have we been lately? 4:30 Outlook for the bike industry in 2021 25:40 Funny personal stories 34:50 New Products 39:55 Listener Questions 58:10 What we are riding right now It's been a bit but @jeffcayley and @jaredbeerman are finally back in the studio to chat about new products from SRAM, Peaty's, Berd wheels and the pros and cons of various suspension platforms. They also give their input on which Revel bike, the Rail, Rascal, or Ranger, is the 1 mountain bike to do it all. The guys also discuss why we haven't been as active on social media and our plans for the studio at our shiny new SoCal shop. And we can't forget the outlook of the bike industry for 2021. Will it be more of the same or will we finally start seeing products come back in stock? On a more personal level, Jeff and Jared dive into some recent stories, one bike-related...the other not so much. Finally, the guys close things out going over new products and upcoming reviews we will be doing, answer a few listener's questions, and

2:39 Black Friday/NICA Fundraiser 7:04 MTB Tech Stuff 8:20 Steerer Tube Sizes 10:29 Fork Travel 12:54 Correct Wheel Size 14:34 Fork Offset 17:29 Compatible Axle Types 20:42 Fork Brake Mounts 22:12 How Much Should You Spend? 24:13 Air vs Coil Forks 24:57 Upcoming Videos 28:17 Wet Weather/Cold Riding Tips 33:17 New Products 40:58 Jeff’s New Bike 47:09 Audience Questions 1:00:03 Liam’s New “Secret” Bike Today on the MTB Podcast, Jeff, Jared, and Liam are in the building talking all things mountain bikes. Most notably, our Black Friday and NICA promo. From the time this episode launches to Monday the 30th, $5 from every product sold will be going to NICA. Gift cards are also 10% off & include a $5 donation to NICA. The guys also review a few cold-weather MTB riding tips, discuss new products from PNW, OneUp, Title, and ENVE, as well as go over our upcoming YouTube videos. Last but not least, Jeff's brand new Revel Ranger custom build and specifically, how Liam actually cut up his fancy gold SRAM XX1 Eagle cass

2:21 New Nerf Gun 3:52 Items Still In Stock 4:43 Our Non-Black Friday Sale 7:09 Pros & Cons of High Rise Bars 15:23 Bike Maintenance on Weekend Trips 23:03 Favorite Tires 36:05 What We Are Riding Today on the MTB Podcast, Jeff and head mechanic/media guy Liam Woods discuss the pros and cons of high rise handlebars, bike maintenance tips, what bikes they are currently riding, as well as tire selection. The boys also dive into our plans for Black Friday and how a portion of all sales will be donated to NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association). Product inventory is still a mess but the guys are here to update you on the latest happenings in the bike industry. If you are a hardcore bike nerd, this is the episode for you. Grab a cold one and enjoy! NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association): https://www.nationalmtb.org/ Chasing Epic Mountain Bike Adventures: https://chasingepicmtb.com/ Check out our video on High Rise MTB Bars: https://youtu.be/_lZVpmVJjN0 Watch our video on the best Maxxis

2:22 What is Eliot doing these days? 2:52 Eliot's journey to becoming a pro racer 5:48 Why he stopped racing 8:23 Eliot the underwear model? 11:15 Grow Cycling foundation 20:30 Cycling Culture - the good and the bad 30:10 What is Reggy? 32:44 What was it like presenting for Red Bull? 38:00 World Cup racing, behind the scenes 45:00 What can the average rider learn from World Cup professionals? 55:08 Audience questions 1:05:20 What is everyone riding? Today on the MTB Podcast, Jeff and Jared welcome pro mountain bike racer Eliot Jackson to talk about everything from downhill racing and bike setup tips to training habits and the future of mountain bikes. We even discuss his infamous Sea Otter crash from a few years back. Aside from racing bikes, Eliot is a Red Bull host, entrepreneur, and just overall good dude and he has a lot to say when it comes to the MTB industry. Most recently, his time has been spent creating and building the Grow Cycling Foundation, an organization dedicated to increasing diversity and

2:10 Why is Nate here? 2:33 New Ergon GFR1 grips 3:06 Other grip options 5:25 Nate working with Elliot Jackson 9:45 Questions from riders for Nate 11:25 Diet and Nutrition 15:56 Top riding destinations 19:34 Tips for weekend warriors 24:22 What are we riding? We are back for another episode of the MTB Podcast presented by Worldwide Cyclery. Today, our hosts Jeff Cayley and Jared Erickson are joined by the man himself, Mr. Nate Hills. For those that don't know, Nate is a professional mountain biker and YouTube creator that travels the world filming himself ride some of the coolest places imaginable. Today he is in the house to talk about the new Ergon GFR1 grips, life on the road, diet, training, and even tequila preference. If you thought last week's episode was good, you are going to love this one! Eliot Jackson going OTB in slippers: https://youtu.be/nnbpMy9vM9c Growth Cycling Foundation: www.instagram.com/growcyclingfoundation/ Grow Cycling Yeti SB150 Giveaway: go.rallyup.com/e38eff Chasing Epic MTB Adve

2:52 COVID and the Bike industry 6:20 Cool things happening in the industry right now 10:31 Trailforks Karma 14:19 Bike Tech Stuff 15:23 Superboost 21:00 Have we hit a product innovation plateau? 23:30 Consumer direct bike brands 24:52 What are you riding now? 32:03 Closing thoughts Welcome to the first episode of the MTB Podcast presented and hosted by Worldwide Cyclery. Today, we are joined by host Jeff Cayley and co-host Jared Erickson to discuss all that is going on in the mountain bike world. In this episode, we cover COVID and its impact on mountain biking, cool things happening in the bike industry, super boost spacing, consumer-direct bike brands, and what bikes each of them is currently riding. Get ready because this one will have you laughing from start to finish. Enjoy! Growth Cycling Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/growcyclingfoundation/ Grow Cycling Yeti SB150 Giveaway: https://go.rallyup.com/e38eff Santa Cruz PayDirt: https://www.santacruzbicycles.com/en-US/paydirt Trail Forks Karma: ht

Ellen Noble is one of the best cyclocross racers in the USA, and Alexey Vermeulen is one of the best time trialists in the country, so what the heck are they doing at the Epic Rides Carson City Off-Road, and what have they learned coming from different disciplines into MTB? This episode is packed full of fascinating insights that will help us all appreciate and enjoy riding more! Ellen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellenlikesbikes/ Alexey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexeyvermeulen/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the online retailer for serious mountain bikers. Head over to www.MTBpodcast.com/store/ to get your parts, accessories and MTB Podcast swag.

Jonathan and Steven are back with a comparison of XX1 AXS, mechanical Eagle, and XTR 9100, as well as a Carson City Off-Road update and a deep dive on cockpit setup. Enjoy! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Topics covered in this episode: • Which is best: AXS, Eagle, or XTR 9100? • CXhairs race coverage: https://www.youtube.com/user/CXHairs • Epic Rides: Carson City Off-Road update • Cockpit setup deep dive • Wolftooth B-Rad System: https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/collections/b-rad-system • Rapid Reboot Recovery Boots: https://rapidreboot.com/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The MTB Podcast is presented by Worldwide Cyclery, the online retailer for serious mountain bikers. Head over to www.MTBpodcast.com/store/ to get your parts, accessories and MTB Podcast swag.