Luca Shaw is one of the fastest and most skilled racers in the world of Downhill Mountain Biking. In a sport where risk-taking is often rewarded, Luca’s calculated approach sets him apart—and it’s paying off. Known as one of the nicest guys on the circuit, we dive into his experiences being mentored by two of the greatest to ever race, what it’s like to be teammates with Troy Brosnan, and his future goals in the sport. Enjoy this epic conversation!

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Anton Thelander was a mountain biking slopestyle phenom, rising to the pinnacle of the sport and sharing podiums with his childhood idols. Imagine reaching the summit of your dreams, only to have injuries derail your career and force you to step away at the tender age of 24. It’s a profound journey of self-discovery and resilience.

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Rampage 2024. What an incredible event! Join us as we welcome Cam McCaul, the freeride legend and on-site announcer, to the show to dissect all the action. This year marked a significant milestone with the introduction of a dedicated category for the ladies. We’ll analyze the winning runs and discuss some performances that we believe deserve higher scores. Don't miss this insightful breakdown!

The 2024 World Cup Downhill racing is here and Sven Martin is my co-host for this episode of Bench Racing. We will cover the season and bring you Review episodes after each race throughout the year. We break down the final round in Mont-Saint-Anne, Canada.

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Jaxson Riddle is a rising star in freeride mountain biking. Known for his fearless approach and innovative style, he is carving his own unique path in the sport, pushing boundaries and inspiring a new generation of riders at just 22 years old. Jaxson shares insights about Rampage and discusses the real challenges that often go unseen on social media. As a new dad, he is also dedicated to juggling his sports career with fatherhood. It’s truly a fascinating conversation.

The 2024 World Cup Downhill racing is here and Alan Milway is my co-host for this episode of Bench Racing. We will cover the season and bring you Review episodes after each race throughout the year. We break down the RD 6 of the World Cups from Loudenvielle.

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The 2024 World Cup Downhill racing is here and SvenMartin is my co-host for this episode of Bench Racing. We will cover the season and bring you Review episodes after each race throughout the year. We break down the World Championships from Andorra. 

This series is brought to you by Crankbrothers. Be sure to check out all the latest HERE

Use discount code MOVINGTHENEEDLE for 25% off on a Pedal and Shoe Combo on their site HERE

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Mark Rodgers, while being heavily involved in the Motocross world in recent years, has a history steeped in Mountain Bike Legends. His family was instrumental in bringing over the likes of Kovarik and Rennie, kick-starting their careers. Growing up in Big Bear, California, in its pinnacle of Downhill Racing and the US MTB scene of the late 1990s, he speaks of the drastic changes the sport has taken in that time, both good and bad, and the opportunity he has had to meet and manage some of the sport's greats.

Brendan Fairclough known as BRENDOG is one of the biggest stars in MTB. The original free racer is back on the show to chat about "retirement" from World Cup racing..sort of, his new movie DEATHGRIP 2, racing alongside Sam Hill, and what the future may hold. 

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The takeover episode is where I turn the tables on the boys from THE RIDE COMPANION and interview Olly Wilkins and Davi Birks in their studio. Davi was the man who pushed me to start my podcast! We dive into their history in the sport, and why they joined forces and started their podcast. We had a great chat about MTB, podcasting, work ethic, determination, living the life you want, and the usual podcast banter!