MTB Podcast

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.be/_lZVpmVJjN0

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/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worlwidecyclery.com SRAM Eagle Drivetrain Comparison: https://youtu.be/9JmU5r5T_WU Shimano Drivetrain Comparison: https://youtu.be/5uUqYofiYVc Mountain Bike Handlebar Buyer’s Guide: https://youtu.be/JGWBvQVgFpY Consumer Direct Bike Brands: https://youtu.be/vibC31bYeP8 Pikes Peak APEX Mountain Bike Challenge: https://www.pikespeakapex.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://forestal.com/en/home Rear Shock Upgrade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaqkgrfpUSM&ab_channel=WorldwideCyclery RockShox Domain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TazRV9qT8UM&t=12s&ab_channel=WorldwideCyclery New Fox 2022 MTB Suspension: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02qSdaykFfk&t=11s&ab_channel=WorldwideCyclery Berd Wheels & PolyLight Spokes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_oMh3ehRUE&ab_channel=WorldwideCyclery

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.be/SfGA83DNtsU SRAM GX Eagle AXS: https://youtu.be/M5VhKkoefv8

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@worldwidecyclery.com

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 share what they have been riding the last month. Enjoy! Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Peaty's collection: https://www.worldwidecyclery.com/collections/peatys RockShox controller paddle: https://www.worldwidecyclery.com/products/sram-eagle-axs-right-hand-rocker-paddle-includes-lever-spring-and-pivot-pin Berd spokes: https://berdspokes.com/ Revel CBF video: https://www.worldwidecyclery.com/blogs/worldwide-cyclery-blog/video-revel-bikes-cbf-suspension-platform-explained Liam’s bike check: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CKz0BxOFR_9/?hl=en

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 cassette. Yes, you read that right. All of this and more in episode 78 of the MTB Podcast. Enjoy! Check out our NICA/Black Friday video: https://youtu.be/CQDWmYsYDjA NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association): https://www.nationalmtb.org/ Watch our video on how to upgrade your fork: https://youtu.be/mkSKadeSKTc Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com

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 tire combos: https://youtu.be/a2j2bjDTbIU Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com

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 inclusion in cycling. Not only that, but he hosts his own podcast and manages the Reggy platform. Sit back and relax, this is a good one! Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zuEc_ZcsR4E Follow Eliot on IG: https://www.instagram.com/eliotjackson/ Eliot going OTB in slippers: https://youtu.be/nnbpMy9vM9c Grow Cycling Foundation: https://growcyclingfoundation.org/ Go Reggy: https://goreggy.com/ Grow Cycling Yeti SB150 Giveaway: https://go.rallyup.com/e38eff Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com