AngryMountainBiker Show: Recent Episodes
Will Niccolls
Mountain bike, rock climbing, and adventure sports talk. Not really that angry. Tune in for mountainbiking interviews, trip reports, and rants about life's minor and not so minor annoyances. If you like mountain biking, and you like podcasts with a pinch of saltiness, a dash of humor and more than a few rants, you found a home.
If you want trails like this, come help Saturday!
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Lake Fairfax Trail Days
Moonshiner Enduro!
Cacapon Enduro and Trail Information
Treasure Mountain, West Virginia website
SVBC Facebook page (info on Tillman Road closure)
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In the first episode of 2019 I briefly discuss goals for the new year, the most important of which is purchasing a NEW BIKE! I also try to ease your mind about a scary NYT article about bone density in cyclists.
New York Times Article:Can Low-Impact Sports Like Cycling Be Putting Your Bones at Risk?
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Great to be back in on the microphone after a bruising work schedule! Sound quality is a bit off--I had to use my old mixer for this episode. I talk about being critical of your own work, and revisit some of the factors that got me to the finish line of the SM100.
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My photography website: Will Niccolls Photography
We didn't expect it to be easy. Expectations were met!
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In today's show, I make the case that DC is one of the top mountain bike destinations you can find. What do you think?
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With the SM100 only a couple of weeks away, I talk about my final preparations and planning and mental state.
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Mark Harris and Greg Pullyam of Adventure Enablers visited the studio to talk about their local mountain bike race series, Ride the Hump. They also get me interested in adventure racing and give some tips on surviving endurance events. Be sure to check out the Ride the Hump series at the link below--it benefits your local trail org, MORE, so let's build up another summer weeknight community oriented race community!
Ride the Hump Wednesday Races!
Adventure Enablers Website
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I did the Wilderness 101 metric distance race in Pennsylvania over the weekend. This is my story.
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I updated listeners on my training progress, rant about science and journalism, and talk about bike tourism.
BS NYT Article about remembering words
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Ray Heinsman joins me to talk about teaching kids to ride bikes. He's got some great tips from his time this summer getting his and his neighbors kids of all ages out riding.
If you want more information on youth biking, check these links. They'll open in a new window!
Maryland NICA: Youth Mountain Bike Racing League
Trails For Youth: Mentoring for at risk youth through outdoor experience
s'MORES: Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiast's youth groups
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In today's show, Kent Baake joined me to talk about his bike lodge in West Virginia, completing the Shenandoah Mountain 100 15 times.
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Stay at Treasure Mountain Lodge and Bike Park!
Saville Spain was transformed into a bike friendly city--I talk about how it was done in today's show!
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Trail ettiquete according to AMB, Strava extensions, and more in today's show.
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Guest Dan Donohue, owner of Nova Cycleworks, visits the world headquarters of AMB to talk about life as a mobile bike mechanic, and why I should wash my bike more often. Enjoy!
Nova Cycleworks
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Kyle Bondo visits AMB Show world headquarters to talk about organizing a popular mountain bike race series and more.
Wednesdays at Wakefield Information!
Merchants of Dirt Podcast
Podfader Podcast
Trails for Youth
Today I'm reposting an old episode, meanwhile I'm working on a new, more highly produced show based on my trip to the Pisgah Stage Race last week. Just takes longer to edit than my normal rambling, so stay tuned!
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In which I talk about my trip to Phoenix, review the long travel 29er from Santa Cruz, and talk about Fred Beckey, a legendary alpine climber and subject of Patagonia's recent documentary, Dirtbag.
Dirtbag, the movie.
In today's shorter than usual show, I make some important announcements and give some tips for getting faster going down hills!
Alzheimer's Benefit Ride in Farmville VA!
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In today's show I break down Olympic rock climbing and why it presents challenges to US competitors. And, I tease you with a bit of my appearance on Front Lines MTB, a great show out of Canada.
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Front Lines MTB Podcast
The Stokesville 60/40 ride (it's NOT a race, lol) was a fantastic day out riding bikes with friends and I more or less met my goals and expectations. Hear about that, and a discussion of how to overcome a lack of self awareness in today's show!
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Planet Money episode on scientific reproducibility
Today I talk about bottom bracket replacement, Bentonville AR, and the dumbing down of trails. Here's a picture of my old threaded bottom bracket, the BBT-9 Park tool, and the insert for it that came with the new bottom bracket.
Here's my favorite DIY bearing press tool video
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Today I do a long term review of the Pedaling Innovation Catalyst pedal, talk about the Stokesville 60/40 Lifestyle Ride, and a study on stereotype threat and how it affects motor learning.
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Wheelbuilding book
Stokesville 60/40 Registration
Today I discuss goals, and the evolution of mine over my years in outdoor sports. And, I give you a peak at my private life.
Also, I invite you to the MORE Winter Membership Party. You DO NOT want to miss this! Members only, so get your membership (its cheap!) and come see me there!
Event Info
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Sonya Looney is on the show today and we talk about endurance training, stage racing, plant based nutrition, and more. Sonya has wins in some of the most competitive multi-day mountain bike stage races in the world, including the Breck Epic and Trans Andes.
Find out more about Sonya at her website
Or on her podcast here!
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In today's show, Micheal Klasmeier, owner of Trailwerks Cyclery in Annapolis MD, joins me in studio for a wide ranging discussion. Michael talks about his time with Rockshox, getting Bacon Ridge trail built, what makes a hub good, and what to expect at his downhill coaching camps with Harlan Price in Snowshoe, West Virginia this summer.
Trailwerks Cyclery
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Today I break down 2017 according to Strava, my goals for 2018, and Garrett Hubbard throws down another hard hitting tech tip, along with a discount code for listeners on a suspensions service!
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I break down a study about how the gut microbiome responds to exercise, a mistake "experts" make regarding endurance training, and Trailwerks Cyclery mechanic Brian Shannon calls in to talk about how salt from winter road treatments can wreak havoc on your bike, and how to mitigate it.
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Trailwerks Cyclery in Annapolis
In studio today, Todd Robinson talks about living and biking in New Zealand. We also break down what's In, and what's Out in mountain biking in 2018.
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Mountain Biking in Whakarewarea Forest, Rotorua
Queen Charlotte Track
Jen Everhard, Shenandoah Mountain 100 finisher, rode over 6000 miles in 2017, and still found time to do a 5 day bike mechanic class with UBI in Oregon. She joined me in studio today to talk about her experience.
United Bike Institute
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In today's show learn some great tips for getting your butt out the door on these cold and dark days.
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In todays show: IMBA Epic rides announced, research on smiling while exercising, and more.
IMBA Epics
Sustainable Trail Coalition
Today, listener mailbag, then I break down IMBA's puzzling decision to submit testimony opposing the amendment to the Wilderness Act, HR 1349, which would allow bikes in areas designated as wilderness.
Text of bill
Sustainable Trail Coalition
IMBA's Q and A on their opposition testimony
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Invisibilia Podcast
Amanda Batty Stuff
Brf Barf Podcast
Capital Cyclocross Classic to Benefit Lake Fairfax Trails
Techy Riders Social Club
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Ernie Rodriguez, President of MORE and IMBA Board Member joins me in studio to talk about chapter relations with IMBA, some new trails opening, in the MD/VA/DC area, and more!
Support MORE with Tees for Trails: Shirts by Club Ride!
Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts President Ernie Rodriguez in studio to discuss his appointment to the IMBA Board of Directors, chapter relations, and new initiatives locally and nationally for trail advocacy.
MORE and Club Ride Join Forces with "Tees for Trails"
MORE Website
Let's talk about e-bikes, body armor, and helmets today, ok?
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Frederick Watershed Trail Work Day Info
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Eugene Lee, far right, Corey Vezina, middle, and me on a snow trip in 2008. You'll be remembered, my friend.
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Getting Your Girlfriend Into Mountain Biking
In today's show I talk about The Bike Lane and their trademark defense against a Leesburg brewery, and a grandmother that has been killing it on the BMX race circuit.
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Gravity Soul Dual Slalom
Shenandoah Mountain Bike Festival
Moco Epic
Shenandoah Mountian Bike Festival
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Today I talk about deciding when you can do bigger drops. First I break down a GMBN video on giant drops, and later I cover the cool story of the Golden Giddyup, an event and group that rebuilt trails in Golden, Colorado after the devastating 2013 floods.
Patapsco Trail Fest
Registration for Patapsco Trail Fest
GMBN's Sketchy Video on Riding Big Drops
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Congrats to all the racers of the SM100. Hear what its like to photograph it, and also how to approach sessioning on technical trail features so you get the most out of it!
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I break down an article about how poor rehab of sports injuries can lead to osteoarthritis, why a bike bell is a good idea, and more on today's show.
Modern Medicine is Ignoring Car Crashes
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In today's show I break down the bee sting incident a bit more, give my take on why you should carry a biking backpack, talk about a bone fragility study, and chat briefly about Transition's new bike geometry philosophy.
Bone Fragility Study on PLOS.org
Transition Bikes Updated Geometry
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Shimano announced a 4 piston XT caliper, Spank announced a foam filled rim, and I met some show listeners for backcountry riding with friends old and new. The Hud had a nasty bee sting reaction, too!
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Tonight I talk about techy rides, Pivot's upgraded warranty, how I approach getting better at podcasting, how to size a door, and a few other random things.
Look, I wanted to talk about bike bells but things just got a bit sideways.
AngryMountainBiker, Rob Berube Techy Ride Interview on iTunes
AngryMountainBiker, Rob Berube Techy Ride Interview on the Web
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Poz visits to talk about his efforts organizing a bid to create a NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association) league in Maryland. I've talked before about how NICA is supporting youth mountain biking, hear all the details about this exciting development for Maryland.
Maryland MTB League website
Maryland MTB League Instagram!
NICA Website
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Today I delve deep into some listener mail, and discuss why you are living in the past!
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In today's show I break down my solo ride in the George Washington National Forest, read some listener mail, and give a tech tip on aligning your quick release axle levers!
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Today I break down an important journal article on hydration and EAH and our Techy Social Club ride at Lake Fairfax.
Exercise-Associated Hyponatremia: 2017 Update
About Techy Rides
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Park Tool Brake Maintenance and Repair Articles
Tonight I talk about my miserable progress learning wheelies, and insult some roadies again. Also an update on my lube regimen and some less than organized thoughts on hydraulic brake issues.
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Today I rant about a piece by Greg Heil on Singletracks.com and his need to bike.
Singletracks.com Article by Greg Heil
Fasting triggers immune cell regeneration
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In today's show I break down my experience at the Trailwerks Cyclery / TakeAim Cycling downhill camp at Snowshoe Mountain West Virginia.
I also break down some tools that help get you closer to committing to a new maneuver.
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Blood Road is Rebecca Rusch's documentary, directed by Nicholas Schrunk, about her mountain bike epic through Vietnam to find her father's remains. I talk about the movie and meeting Rebecca last week at the DC screening.
Blood Road Website
Mines Advisory Group, Donate Now!
Dubuque IA, IMBA Story
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I cover a piece by Brice Shirback in Pinkbike about Fayetteville's up and coming mountain bike scene. And I break down the recent groundbreaking free solo climb of El Capitan by Alex Honnold.
Brice's article on the New River Gorge in WV.
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I talk a bit about NICA in Colorado, IMBA Ride Centers, and Treating Depression with Bouldering
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Youth Cycling League Leads to Economic Growth
Today I clarify my advice on elbow position, dismiss accusations that clip in pedals are cheating, and relate a somewhat crazy story from high school. The second half of this episode may not be suitable for younger listeners.
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In today's show I talk about the Massanutten Hoo Ha Enduro, and some studies of caffiene and fasting and how they affect your performance!
NY Times on Caffeine
NY Times on Fasting Before Workouts
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I spoke with Mike Brcic, Founder and CHO (Chief Happiness Officer) of Sacred Rides, a mountain bike adventure trip company based in Toronto. Mike has overcome personal challenges to become an accomplished entrepeneur. His projects include Sacred Rides, Mastermind Adventures, and Bikes Without Borders.
Bikes Without Borders
Sacred Rides Mountain Bike Tours
Master Mind Adventures
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I break down the Virginia Trail Festival over in Stokesville, and I also talk about three techniques that are key to climbing technical terrain.
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This is a freaking incredible knowledge drop on strength training and nutrition. Tim Henriques has been lifting weights and training people, and training other personal trainers, for a long time. His book, "All About Powerlifting" is a well written and well researched volume that anyone looking to get stronger and more fit should read.
*For those with kids, there is a very small amount of adult language in the show tonight.
All About Powerlifting Website
Tim's Web Page
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I break down why you should go to the Virginia Trail Festival in Stokesville despite some wet weather, how roadies react to social interaction, give some tips on how to approach the clip in vs flats decision for a new rider, and generally rant about bike stuff in a full enduro way.
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Beer and Taco Mountain Bike Festival Article by MTB Stan Lee
Virginia Trail Festival in Stokesville
From bike rack mal-design to glove packaging, I give the world important things to think about in this show with rants galore. I also break down a Seth's Bike Hack's video on clips vs flats.
Seth's Bike Hacks Clip v Flats video
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Today I talked with Meg Valliant, a dirt jumper and filmmaker from Seattle, Washington, about her full length documentary, "The Sisterhood of Shred". I also do a short breakdown of my SDS trip earlier this week.
Info for Richmond VA Screening of The Sisterhood of Shred
The Sisterhood of Shred Website
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I break down my experience being a man, at the Women's Mountain Bike Day last weekend, what you need to think about if you ride with a dog, and I make fun of a Bicycling.com article on what not to eat.
Richmond Screening of Sisterhood of Shred
Women's Mountain Bike Day Photos
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Today I sat down with Martin Fernandez to talk about his new book, Mountain Biking Virginia. Learn about the hidden gems you don't even know about, with rides for all abilities and in all parts of Virginia. We also talk about MORE and its relationship to IMBA and many more topics!
Find Martin's book here: BestRidesDC Site
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In today's show I relate how not listening to my intuition last time I installed a chain cost me a new derailleur and a rush to repair. I also break down some reader mail about differences in biking effort.
Quantico Centenial Epic Information link
MORE Women’s Mountain Bike Day Info
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Today I chat with Anne and Todd Mader, owners of the Bike Lane shops in Northern Virginia. We get into how they overcome the challenges facing retail shops in a tough competitive environment, what their bike team means to them, the importance of skill building, and much more.
The Bike Lane Website
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I spend some time on listener mail about an access issue in Charlottesville, VA, then break down my experience at the Big Bear Enduro in West Virginia.
Link to Ragged Mountain Natural Area interview
Link to Charlottesville VA MTB Club
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Today I talked to Simona Vincenciova, Kathy Ascenzi, and Jo Maralit, the organizers of the 2nd Annual MORE Women's Mountain Bike Day in Virginia.
This promises to be a fantastic day, with clinics covering skills, bike fit, as well as group rides for all levels. Simona, Jo, and Kathy share their wealth of experience and what to expect at the event on May 6. See details in the link below if you'd like to attend!
MORE Women’s Mountain Bike Day Info
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In today's show I break down my experience helping support a 3 day, 170 mile, singletrack tour for 17 next level endurance mountain bikers in the Shenandoah for Shenandoah Mountain Touring. I also talk about a BikeJames article about the components of fitness and attacking your weakness.
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I go over issues you can have with a rear derailleur and how you can fix them!
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I announce a date for the upcoming skills workshop and talk about trail etiquette and a cool study on running.
NY Times Article on Running
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Today I break down the fascinating study showing how interval training is especially beneficial for older people as a way to increase mitochondrial health.
Next, I give some motivational advice on how to find and maintain health, followed by a rant on dropper posts.
And, I announce a beginners coaching clinic!
New York Times article on study
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I find fault with some crappy internet bike advice, then list some huge improvements we could make to Strava. Hint: trail beer sharing should strip seconds off your time! #mountainbiking #bike #enduromtb #angrymountainbiker
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In studio today I interview Brandon and Roger about Richmond, it's mountain bike scene and trails, and what's in store for RVA More this year. Enjoy!
RVA More site
RVA More on Facebook
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Today I break down what the fundamental skills are that you need to get better at any biking maneuver. But first you have to listen to the inaugural segment of "What Can't Will Complain About", where listeners have suggested subjects I can't possibly complain about. And yet I can. Enjoy!
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Professional Mountain Bike Instructors Association
I had the good fortune to be invited as an assistant to the amazing coaches at Michaux Mountainbike School last weekend. This is the story.
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Michaux MTB School
Take Aim Cycling
Endless Bike Company
Adventure Seen
After riding nearly 500 miles on the Catalyst pedals, I give my thoughts! Also, I make some recommendations for trails to do and what to expect if you make the trip to western North Carolina to ride Pisgah and Dupont.
Pedaling Innovations site
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The San Diego Mountain Bike Association is strongly considering a split with IMBA over some contentious issues. I break it down, then I cover a cool study describing a way to acclimate to hot weather, when training in cool weather!
IMBA may lose California!
Beat the heat article!
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In today's show I reconsider my opinion from my previous show regarding women's specific mountain bikes, I give Garrett a shout out, answer a listener question about drops, then I break down Sunday's 'Shed ride and skills progression.
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I break down some points from Amanda Batty's blog post about women's specific bikes, go off on a tangent about white male privilege, and then give some tech tips for making video edits using a GoPro.
Amanda Batty's Blog
Will John Snow on GoPro Video
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Today I break down the assault of a mountainbiker by a trail runner near Golden Colorado. I also rant about the fragrant joys of plane travel, and the EWS.
Enduro World Series site
Biker's account of assault
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Sam Reynolds, pro rider, backed off from riding this years Red Bull Rampage competition. This may have been the most courageous decision of all. Is rising life and limb worth it? Probably not, but its all but inevitable because we cannot help but push limits! I discuss this and more, such as my Wilderness First Aid class that I took this weekend.
Pinkbike Interview with Sam Reynolds
Wilderness First Aid Classes Near DC
Today I break down how the science is in on strength training improving your endurance for mountain biking. I talk about the basic principles of maximal strength training and how to prep for it by using a general strength conditioning phase. Also, the 2017 19th Shenandoah Mountain 100 was announced and I talk about that.
Here's a link for Training for the New Alpinism at Patagonia's web site. Amazon has it too.
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It helps to think of mountain bike technique in terms of cause and effect rather than right and wrong. I also ramble about an electronically controlled dropper post that's on the market now from Magura.
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Today I break down a nice article on how roadies should be more like mountain bikers, why we need to be careful on multi-use trails, and then provide the ultimate advice for eliminating cramps.
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Trail work days in the Mid Atlantic!
Women's Skill Clinic!
I go over a recent trail mechanical issue a friend had, then I rant about how out of touch the IOC is with the way they are conducting the newly added sport of climbing at the next summer games in Tokyo in 2020.
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Today I talk about chain lube and maintenance and my slightly informed opinions on the matter. I also break down a press release from IMBA by the boss, Dave Wiens.
Dave Wiens Press Release on IMBA.com
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Today Garrett joins me to ask about the Stokesville 60/40 race. We talk about the race and my perspective on preparation and riding for a 40 mile event with 5000 feet of climbing!
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FilzBuilt Bicycles
Garrett Hubbard Productions
This was about my 30th episode--I think i was just beginning to really figure out the pace and sound stuff. I think I ranted after a ride on one of the rails to trails paths nearby about some roadies doing, well, roadie shit. And I guess I gave some advice on climbing. Enjoy and I should be back live next week!
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Today I break down a remarkable advancement in our knowledge of how people respond to exercise differently, how you may be affected by it, and what you can do about it! I also rant about trail etiquette and stake my claim as the "NPR of MountainBiking".
New York Times article on Exercise Non-Responders
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AngryMountainBiker Show on Facebook
AngryMountainBiker on Instagram
Today I talk about why we all need a steward of common sense in our life, then I get into some IMBA, STC and local chapter talk. With a new director, and the loss of a major sponsor last year, the future of mountain bike advocacy faces serious challenges. Plus, it's a very sexy episode!
Dave Wiens Interview
Pro STC piece on MTBR.com
Anti STC piece on MTBR.com
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Tonight I talk about some of the things you need to do now to be ready for a great, strong mountain bike season this year. Enjoy!
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Today I break down what it takes to replace your rear derailleur, talk about a new dropper on the scene, and explain why you need to slap yourself. I also promote the Stokesville 60/40KM race and the DC Bike Ride coming up this spring.
Stokesville 60/40
Revive Dropper post
Replace shifter gear cables
Install rear derailleur
Adjust rear derailleur
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I break down my weekend of derailleur eating riding, mental preparation, then I get into the story of the courageous soldiers of the 25th Cavalry, African American soldiers who rode 50 miles a day on bikes in 1897 from Montana to St. Louis.
DirtMag article on Buffalo Soldiers
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Learn what the hard working volunteers of the Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts (MORE) have accomplished in the past year and what you can expect to look forward to for 2017--the 25th Anniversary of this effective and important non-profit. We talked about new developments in trail design standards, the national summit of IMBA, where Ernie spoke, and much more.
Visit more-mtb.org to join and donate and find events!
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Learn what the hard working volunteers of the Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts (MORE) have accomplished in the past year and what you can expect to look forward to for 2017--the 25th Anniversary of this effective and important non-profit. We talked about new developments in trail design standards, the national summit of IMBA, where Ernie spoke, and much more.
Visit more-mtb.org to join and donate and find events!
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Tonight I give you some resources for learning about bike maintenance and mechanics, and the surprising answer to "When do you inspect your bike?". Plus do a rant on electric "bikes".
Shimano Tech Docs
Jimmy Mac interview
Park Tools Youtube Channel
I break down the new 104 mph speed record set by Max Stockl of Austria, and talk more about Robert Marchand, the 105 year old cyclist setting records and being studied in France. He increased his VO2 Max by 13% at the age of 103.
105 Year Old Cyclist Robert Marchand
Markus Stockl breaks mountain bike speed record
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James Stoup visits AMB headquarters to talk about Colorado trails, his ride scheduling app, and the benefits of trailwork. We talk about Doctors Park, the Monarch Crest, and why you need to get yourself out to help build trail.
Visit Yazda Here!
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Listen up, people. There is one word in biking that's holding us all back and I'd like to fix that. So get your 'beats on and tune in and let's fix this thing. Plus, you may get a chance to win a copy of Dirt Mag's 20th anniversary book which is loaded with a ton of great articles and pics.
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I break down our local chapter winter party's special moment, and go over some evidence related to training and immunity
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One of the biggest challenges you can face starting out mountain biking is how to eat to sustain energy on big days out. Mountain biking is a high output, high strength effort, and nutrition is a huge issue that can make a day a big success or a painful lesson. I relate my own experiences and tips gleaned from the past years of epic days in the backcountry.
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Today I break down a listener comment on my James Wilson interview, vent about a bizarre plumbing crises that happened in my kitchen, then I give a top tip on how to get stronger on your bike.
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James Wilson joins me from Grand Junction Colorado, where he's pioneered an innovative new design: the Catalyst Pedal. His company is Pedaling Innovations. We talk generally about flat pedal myths, benefits, and then get into the Catalyst Pedal he's designed. Full disclosure, James sent me a free pair of these to try out. After 40 miles on the trails, I'm a big fan, and plan on riding them full time this year.
James' website: http://bikejames.com for his strength and conditioning programs and his flat pedal manifesto and other information.
Find the pedals at http://pedalinginnovations.com
Garrett Hubbard joins me from Austin Texas to talk about his experience racing in the Capital Cyclocross race on his 6" travel enduro bike. We also chat talk about wheelbuilding and plus sized bikes.
Garrett's Cyclocross Video on Vimeo
Capital Cyclocross photo gallery on AngryMountainBiker.com
Capital Cross Classic Facebook page
Filz Built Bicycles in Northern Virginia
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Joining me today, Rob Berube of ridetechy.com talks more about spotting, organizing your own rides, the Techy Riders Scavenger Ride Event, backcountry scenario simulations, and women's specific techy group rides.
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Here's my visit with massage therapist Tracey Dugdale. Tracey is a former competitive triathlete and now a runner and rock climber. She talks about the kinds of massage, what to expect with massage, as well as posture and her take on foam rollers.
To find out more about massage or book an appointment with Tracey, visit her website: www.trimassage.com.
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I rail on some traffic sign issues, apologize to XC racers, break down a dopey article on gear "innovations", and discuss why your bars are too wide, or too narrow.
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I break down what I liked about Rob's interview, cover some science about our emotional and cognitive biases, then critique an article on backcountry mistakes.
Neural correlates of maintaining one’s political beliefs in the face of counterevidence
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In studio today is Dr. Rob Berube, a mountainbiker from Richmond, VA. He started a group in 2012 to join riders wishing to improve their technical riding skills by doing slower paced rides with an emphasis on stopping to session technical trail features, where advanced and beginner riders are welcome to share knowledge, socialize, and get better at riding bikes.
Techy Riders Social Club on Facebook
Techy Riders web site
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I take some time to break down a negative review I received, the IMBA website, a bit more on Catalyst pedals, and why you gotta get into a Wilderness First Aid course.
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I rode the Pedaling Innovations Catalyst pedals for the first time today. Hear about that as well as my introduction to Strava. I also break down Bikram Yoga and the freak that founded it.
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Pedaling Innovation's new Catalyst pedals look sweet. I break down the advantages and disadvantages. I also rant about IPA. Basically, the usual.
Pedaling Innovation's site
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I address a listener complaint and rant about plastic bags in tonight's podcast. And, I talk a bit about getting involved in your local trail club.
Today I break down 105 year old Robert Marchand's record breaking bike ride and also talk about some cold weather riding tips, and a way to get acclimated to high altitude while you're sleeping.
An 85 year old man did a sub 4 hour marathon. I rant about how most of what we think of as age related decline is actually due to lack of physical activity. I also break down what's In vs Out in 2017 in mountainbiking, and break down a GMBN video pitting an enduro bike against a cross country bike in a race. Enjoy!
Cross Country vs Enduro Race
NY Times Article on 85 year old marathoner
VitalMTB piece on what's in and out in 2017
Happy New Year--start the year off by taking the hard track. In today's episode, I talk about my wheels, my resolutions, and solo climbers Alex Honnold and Dan Osman. And I break down the lawsuit filed by the Bitterroot Backcountry Coalition which is sueing the US Forest Service to regain access to 180K acres of wilderness in Montana.
Alex Honnold Tribute Solo to Dan Osman
Dan Osman's original solo
I took some excerpts from a few of my interviews and put them together in tonights show. Hear the best from Martin Fernandez, Naz Ahmed, Russ Adam, Sean Johnson, and Frank Raiti. Happy New Year to all my guests and listeners. I've really enjoyed building this show in 2016 and look forward to many more interviews and rants in 2017. See you on the trail!
Visiti Afghan Ascend to Help
Sean's site
Martin's site, Best Rides DC!
Hi everyone, Will Niccolls here. In today’s show I thought I’d do something different now that I have a few more listeners and the show has grown a bit. I’ve dug into the back catalogues for one of my favorite interviews of the past few months. It’s with my old friend Rob Raker. Rob is an incredibly talented guy and a true inspiration. He’s been a rock climber and outdoor adventurer for fifty years and a professional filmmaker and documentarian for over 20. We met on the rocks in Morrison Colorado many years ago and have renewed our friendship in the last year as he has traveled to the DC area to undergo treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Rob is a man of many talents, rock climbing, filmmaking, kayaking, cycling, birding, photography. One of the many interesting things he’s done over the past years is work with Erik Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind climber to reach the summit of Everest. You’ll hear Rob talk about some of his adventures with Erik here.
Now, I’m still pretty new to podcasting and listening back to this I wish I was a better interviewer and that I’d figured out some of the audio engineering tricks that I now know, but I went ahead and remastered the original track so that the sound may be a bit better, and Rob is such an interesting guy that I think the interview holds up ok despite my weaknesses. His candid discussion of his experience battling cancer is particularly important so I hope you enjoy this and I’ll be back with new shows in the next days. Meanwhile enjoy this and let me know your thoughts!
Today I ramble about a lot of stuff. Why explaining things to people is not only useless but it robs them of the experience of being wrong, especially as it relates to movement skills like rock climbing and mountain biking.
The Red River Gorge is in Kentucky, a beautiful area with a bunch of world class climbing, and now a 100 mile mountain bike race in September, 2017. I break it down, and also rant about low fat half and half for a while!
Red River Gorge 100 MTB Race
My friend Andres Rodriguez is a mountain biker and beer connoisseur and joins me in the studio to introduce some delicious and interesting beer choices for your consideration this holiday season.
Today I break down why standing up on your pedals more than you probably do is going to make you a better a rider. I also give you three, no, wait, FOUR foundational strength exercises so you can finally keep up with your girlfriend. Or boyfriend.
Some sweet tips on setting up suspension sag for you. Also, Brits don't know Jack about the US beer scene so I do a little course correction for them on that issue. You're welcome. Oh, I also rant about some advice I saw on Reddit about getting a new bike for a new rider...
Suspension video I mentioned is here
Today I break down my thoughts on the interview with Jade about gender bias, and I give more Christmas gift ideas.
Bacon Ridge trails are done! Get over and try them out, and give your thanks to the volunteers that made it possible. Hear about how Specialized gave a big cash donation to help get it done, and hear my personal recommendation for three killer gifts for mountain bikers.
Bacon Ridge Trail Day
Trailwerks Cyclery on the Web
Local bikers and climbers Scott Kragen and Jade Goh visit and we try to decide how big a problem gender bias is in adventure sports. Oh, and the positive power of negative thinking.
News on this weekend's trail work days, why martini's and beer need to get back to basics, and more on strength training in today's show.
Today Anne and Dave Pike joined me and talked about strength and endurance training. Anne has done 16 Ironman Triathlons, finishing in the top ten numerous times, including a 5th place finish in 2006 in the UK. She has degrees in Exercise Science and Nutrition, Physical Activity & Public Health from U. of Bristol (UK) and is a certified sports massage therapist. Dave has a masters in Exercise Physiology from Adelphi University in New York and a variety of certifications in strength and conditioning and personal training. They have coached NICA youth cycling teams and run their practice from Crozet, Virginia.
Dave and Anne's website is dna-movement.com
They're sponsored by Charlottesville bike shop Endeavor Cycles
I break down my weekend riding on a group ride for the Global Fat Bike Day and also my experience photographing the Capital Cross Classic, a large cyclocross race here in the DC area. I also talk about NICA, the high school mountain biking league. And, a rant on podcast quality and vocal fry.
Today I break down how the science is in on strength training improving your endurance for mountain biking. I talk about the basic principles of maximal strength training and how to prep for it by using a general strength conditioning phase. Also, the 2017 19th Shenandoah Mountain 100 was announced and I talk about that.
Here's a link for Training for the New Alpinism at Patagonia's web site. Amazon has it too.
I break down a thread on Facebook where we got into the advancements in bikes that have made it more fun and faster in the last 10 years. Also, I get pretty worked up today over the lack of toughness we are teaching kids is acceptable based on some people I watched trying to avoid rain today. Finally, if you don't know Humble Pie, listen to this and then thank me. Then go burn your Steve Miller cd's.
Today, I break down the two most basic and important elements you need to know for buying a mountain bike today, and how it depends on the type of riding you want to have the most fun on.
Garrett joins me to talk about the biggest technical advancement in mountainbiking in 10 years, how to develop a relationship with a bike shop, and why cross country racers are now moving to dropper posts too!
Today I break down a listener response to the Bikes in Wilderness Senate bill, then I pitch the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition's remaining 4 trail work days for 2016. Finally, I tell you what you need to know to do a comprehensive but quick bike safety and mechanical check of your mountain bike so you don't face disaster on the trail.
Link to Wilderness Act Status and Text
Link to Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition
Today Garrett Hubbard visits the studio. We discussed the new Senate bill that would allow bikes in federally owned Wilderness Areas and why it is good news for bikers, give you a killer tech tip that will keep your bike intact in a crash, and we also break down the trend toward wide rims, what sizes are available, why they are better, and why you shouldn't be a weight weenie at the expense of stability and handling--it can actually cost you speed!
www.garretthubbard.com
www.filzbuiltbicycles.com
NY Times article link on Wilderness Bill
Today I break down a Singletrack.com survey infographic and what it says about mountainbikers. I also describe how to learn the track stand, which is where you balance your bike without moving, and why it is a useful skill. We did a trail work day at Lake Fairfax also, and I lay out why you need to get out and do some trail work too.
Singletracks.com Infographic
More info from more-mtb.org
https://www.edwardtufte.com, Data Graphics master
Today I discuss the different types of mountainbiking crashes you might experience, including the Slap Shot, the Double Shot, and the Slow Moe Uh Oh. I also relate some horror stories from the backcountry, including the time I dropped a rock that sliced open my then girlfriend's neck. You should avoid doing that!
I discuss the inspiring story of Grace Ragland, a biking coach with multiple sclerosis, and a startling UK legal case where a mountain bike instructor was successfully sued for 4m pounds, the upcoming trail work days in our area, and the tragic increase in highway deaths this year.
UK Instructor Sued
Grace Ragland, NICA coach
I do a breakdown of mountain bike flat pedals posted on VitalMTB.com and also rant about how to use the various lanes of traffic on our nations highways. I also answer some listener email dealing with trail right of way.
I may not have counted correctly but I'm sure there are at least a dozen good reasons to get a dropper post for your mountain bike. Go ahead and do that today. A decent dropper post can be had for less than $200 dollars and the reliability and competition is at previously unforeseen levels.
Today I relate difficulty in bouldering to how we think of hard mountain biking. I also rant about trail etiquette, because you need to hear it.
In studio with me today is Garrett Hubbard, a local downhill rider who started riding in 1996 and raced in college for UC Santa Barbara in the late 90's. We chat about trail styles, bike geometry, and what it's like to be a team rider.
Filz Built Bicycles Sponsors Garrett
http://garretthubbard.com/
On today's show I give 5 killer tips on getting your bike to perform best in cold weather. I also pontificate more on finding riding partners and groups, and I sneak in another rant on leaf blowers. And I introduce Neko Mullaly and Sean Leader's new bike park in eastern Tennessee.
Windrock Bike Park in Tennessee
I tee off on toll lanes, USB plugs, and my cruise control problems. Oh yeah, and I answer a listener email about how to find group rides that suit his ability.
Turns out stress can be a good thing for your health! I break down why this is and I also talk more about my experience being guided on a mountain bike in the French Alps at Les Arcs.
Ted Talk by Kelly McGonigal: How to make stress your friend
As a former email server administrator, I give my take on the Clinton email issue, and I also talk about my mountain biking trip to the Alps in 2015, where I had the pleasure of experiencing the French emergency medical care system firsthand.
Today I rant about fake dairy products, break down an article in the Baltimore Sun about a high school mountainbiking team, and I give my long awaited presidential endorsement.
Baltimore Sun article on high school MTB team
NICA, youth MTB organization!
Sam Reynolds, pro rider, backed off from riding this years Red Bull Rampage competition. This may have been the most courageous decision of all. Is rising life and limb worth it? Probably not, but its all but inevitable because we cannot help but push limits! I discuss this and more, such as my Wilderness First Aid class that I took this weekend.
Pinkbike Interview with Sam Reynolds
Wilderness First Aid Classes Near DC
I do some ranting on trail etitquette after having yet another episode of a non yielding rider. I also break down how pads and other forms of risk management should be a part of your trail life, and contribute to you being a good citizen!
I break down Trek's announcement about their mountain biking advocates for women. I also dig into the swear words we use and how I've changed over the years in my use of language around gender and sexuality.
Bikemag.com article on Trek's Women Advocate program
Pisgah and its amazing big mountain backcountry trails are legendary, for good reason! We rode in a group of nine (!) and had an amazing experience. I break down the trip, what we did, how to make sure you maintain energy during long mountain loops, and then make fun of Karl for getting lost.
Today I sit down briefly with Russ Adams and get his thoughts on riding in the backcountry here on our road trip to Brevard North Carolina.
Learning to wheelie isn't something I hear discussed much, and I know many new riders may need a few tips. Today I cover the basic movement, later we will discuss more advanced techniques for holding the wheelie. I also get angry about backup alarms, and I promote the Scott Scudamore IMBA volunteer award.
Nominate your favorite mountainbike volunteer activist here!
I give a killer tip for handling technical terrain and anticipating movement on the trail, and I also rant about a guy that didn't yield the downhill. And why we may not always want to yield downhill anyway.
A common question on the internet this time of year is "What bike light should I get". I let you know my incredible important opinion on this matter. Then I break down some bike mechanics philosophy, break down the Wee Day Out video by Danny MacAskill and the cool behind the scenes stuff it takes to do. Next, IMBA announced the Scott Scudamore National Volunteer Leadership Award.
The Scott Scudamore National Volunteer Leadership Award
Danny MacAskill's Wee Day Out Behind the Scenes
Learn how to set the timing on your axle and how to not collapse our hydraulic disk brakes like a noob! As well as an update on the bike crash victim from last week, and a theory on what caused Luis' Rhabdomyelosis. Also I talk about NICA, the National Interscholastic Cycling Association and their cool ethic about participation.
NICA Web Site - Youth Cycling Leagues
Adjust the Timing of a Maxle QR Axle
Luis had a spectacularly frightening medical event at the 18 Hours of Scout's Honor Mountain Bike Race in September. Hear the story of how he woke up confused and unable to speak or understand English in the emergency room.
18 Hours of Scouts Honor on Facebook
I ranted about bike safety, break down an incident where a rider crashed at Fountainhead yesterday, and I also talk about why I decided to do a podcast.
Back in the studio to talk about the Rampage, the problem with bike shorts, and what you need to know about the rules of the trail, according to IMBA. #ridewithmore #ridewithimba
IMBA's Rules of the Trail for Mountainbikers
Red Bull Rampage site
Harlan Price is a skills coach for mountain and cyclocross biking. We talk about mountain biking skills, NICA, bike geometry, flat pedals vs clipless, and more!
Harlan's Web Site, Take Aim Cycling
Harlan's Facebook page
Backcountry mountainbiking is no joke if you find yourself lost, with flats, and in bad weather. Unless you've brought the things I mention, in which case, you'll be fine!
I may make some roadies angry with this one. But my climbing tips are fantastic and will make your next steep hill go a bit easier, faster, and safer.
Good braking techniques separates the good from the great, so listen up for some tips to get your body position dialed in for better braking.
Shifting and pedaling at the right cadence are fundamentally important in mountain biking. I cover the what, why, and how for newer and intermediate riders, give an important tip for easier shifting, and explain why chainline is an important concept. I may also get a bit unhinged over drivers that don't go on green lights because they are Facebooking at stop lights.
Do you know the neutral and ready positions? Today I break them down in simple terms and give you the what, why and how so that you can hit the trail with more skill. I also address an issue a listener messaged me about regarding my use of the AngryMountainBiker handle. Controversial? You decide and let me know!
AngrySingleSpeeder link
Global Mountain Bike Youtube on Body Position
Sean Johnson, owner of 304 Biking, talks candidly about his recent accident, which resulted in a broken femur. He's also the MORE trail liason for Seneca Greenway and the co-liason for the South Germantown Bike Park. 304 Biking specializes in teaching kids to bike, and Sean shares his tips to help parents and others get their kid off to a good start. We also talk about the newly rebuilt flow trail in MoCo, the 10 Mile Creek Trail. He also breaks down his recent accident where he broke his femur, and agrees with me on flat pedals and bike geometry. :)
304 Biking
South Germantown Bike Park Facebook Page
I get into the philosophy of riding mountain bikes, and why approaching it like a beginner can be valuable, no matter how good you are. I also rant about the debacle that is wood fired pizza, and cover upcoming events like Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day.
Check the MORE site for details.
You've heard my rants on flat pedals, and today I break down the techniques you'll need to start riding them as you add this new skill. I also pimp some upcoming interviews and spray praise on Harlan Price's skills. I recommend Five Ten FreeRider Contacts for a flat pedal shoe. Expensive but the stiff midsole and quality construction are fantastic.
A touching interview with my friend Rob Raker about his adventures with blind climber Erik Weihenmayer, birding, biking, and prostate cancer.
Erik Weihenmayer's web site
Prostate Cancer fact sheet
Rob Raker's photo site
Here's another remote podcast from Cape May New Jersey, where I'm still hanging out with my friend Rob Raker and even managed to ride my bike. Today I introduce the phases of training you might use in a systematic, periodized approach to training. I also share a bad experience I had trying to buy some stuff at an autoparts store.
And, I talk about a cool new hitch rack from Rocky Mounts, which swings out of the way and was intro'd at Interbike.
Rocky Mounts Bike Racks
Sorry folks, no time to record a new episode tonight so I'll repost the interview with Martin Fernandez, mountain bike guidebook author and creator of www.bestridesdc.com. Enjoy!
Today I'm broadcasting from Cape May NJ, where we are preparing to shoot photos of North America's largest migration of hawks, falcons, and other birds as they move south. I cover how to find your maximum heart rate, why it may be important, and then do a bit of intro to periodized training cycles. I also rant about the militarization of police and their intimidating vehicles.
My old friend Rob Raker visits the studio. He listens to me rant about exercise bike design, bad tube patch kits, and we compare our experience trading bikes on the Bear Creek Trail in Morrison Colorado.
Rob Raker's Website--Killer Wildlife photography
Today I correct a mistake I made in talking about heart rate zone training. As part of a series starting with this episode I'm talking about training, today I talked about Zone 1 and it's importance, as well as recovery rides.
My main resource for training comes from a climbing training book, because I believe the cardio loads, and full body fitness requirements are very similar to high performance alpine rock and ice climbing: Long days where endurance and strength are tested in critical situations. Here's the book:
Training for the New Alpinism
Local fast rider and strength training instructor Mark Zaragoza visited the studio to talk about Crossfit and weight training and why it is important for mountain biking. Mark was a certified Crossfit instructor for five years and experienced endurance athlete, as well as a Shenandoah Mountain 100 finisher and ambassador for Bike Pro Shop in Alexandria. Enjoy!
Bicycle Pro Shop in Alexandria
Bike James website
A few life rants on Verizon, bad milkshakes, plastic beer mugs, then I break down a New York Times Travel article by John O'Connor. They had a fascinating adventure and while perhaps a bit underprepared and underskilled, but at some level, aren't we all?
New York Times article on Maah Daah Hey Trail in North Dakota
MTBProject.com Maah Daah Hey Trail Description
I break down what can go wrong at a bike shop, and why learning to do your own maintenance is important.
Trailwerks Cyclery
Bike Lane bike shop