Singletracks Mountain Bike Podcast

In this interview with Salida Mountain Trails club president Andrew Koransky, we talk about what local mountain bike clubs do, how they’re funded, and why they matter to our sport. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we talk to pro downhill racer Ethan Quehl about riding fast on big bikes and his gig as a trail builder. Plus, Ethan fills us in on the burgeoning market for building personal pump tracks in peoples’ yards. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

A couple weeks ago the Singletracks team got together to ride in Pisgah and we had a blast! In this podcast episode Leah, Aaron, and I talk about what went down and preview some of the trip coverage you’ll be seeing from our team over the next few weeks. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we talk about what to look for when selecting a mountain bike tire. We also talk about tubeless tires and provide some tire recommendations for different conditions like mud, sand, and hardpack. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast Greg talks with the 2016 Arizona Trail 750 winner and Bikepackers Magazine co-founder, Neil Beltchenko, about his record-breaking finish. Neil talks about the race and also reveals his strategies for killing it on epic bikepacking adventure races like the AZT 750. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we discuss electric mountain bikes (eMTBs). We start by talking about what eMTBs are and dive into the controversy surrounding them. Some readers and listeners have suggested that media outlets such as ours shouldn’t discuss eMTBs at all. However, whether we like it or not, eMTBs are poised to impact our sport for better or for worse so we’ll continue to weigh in on the subject. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

Aaron and Jeff provide a recap of Sea Otter 2016 while filling in Greg on what he missed this year. We talk trends, interesting and unusual products, and what it’s like to actually meet and hang out with your idol. Don’t miss this episode as we cover several items not mentioned in our written coverage! --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

In this episode we interview Transylvania Epic (TSE) Stage Race director Mike Kuhn and find out what makes the TSE the beloved “singletrack summer camp” experience it has become. Mike tells us about the trails near State College, Pennsylvania and our own Aaron Chamberlain talks about his experience at the race. Warning: upon listening to our conversation you may feel compelled, to the detriment of your work schedule or family obligations, to sign up for this year’s TSE. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

In this podcast episode we talk about mountain biking in Pisgah National Forest. If Pisgah is on your bucket list, be sure to tune in for tips on planning your visit! We also talk about the best trails within Pisgah and where to enjoy excellent beer after your ride. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we talk about what to expect from Sea Otter next week and discuss Greg’s opinion that mountain biking has an identity crisis. We also talk about John’s idea of finding the perfect bike for every trail… or is it the other way around? Plus: grinding gears and stoking spokes. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks