Dirt Dispatch

Stilspoke

Your front-row seat to the wild world of off-road cycling. Hosted by the team at Stilspoke, The Dirt Dispatch covers the pulse of modern dirt racing — from the high-stakes drama of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup to the uniquely American chaos of the Life Time Grand Prix. Expect sharp insights, athlete interviews, race breakdowns, and behind-the-tape stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a diehard XC fan, gravel obsessive, or just here for the vibes — this is the show that keeps you in the loop and on the gas.

  1. A 2025 World Cup Season Review

    10 DEC

    A 2025 World Cup Season Review

    Zoe Cuthbert is back, joined by Piper and Jasper Albrecht for a full debrief of the 2025 World Cup season. Together, they break down the biggest winners, unexpected breakthroughs, and the moments that defined the year. The conversation then turns forward to 2026, unpacking new rule changes, evolving team structures, and the riders poised to make waves. To close it out, the crew digs into the upcoming race calendar, blending fresh venues with some of the sport’s most iconic stops. Reflective, opinionated, and forward-looking; this is your bridge from 2025 into what’s coming next.

    1h 11m
  2. A Conversation with Sam Gaze

    6 NOV

    A Conversation with Sam Gaze

    In this episode of Dirt Dispatch, host Jacob Willems sits down with Sam Gaze — fresh off a season balancing World Cup mountain biking and the road calendar with Alpecin–Deceuninck. They dive into the realities of new fatherhood, how golf keeps him grounded, and what it’s like managing the intensity of two disciplines at the highest level. From team dynamics to recovery routines and the shift in mindset that comes with becoming a parent, Sam opens up in a way fans rarely get to hear.

    41 min
  3. Mont-Sainte-Anne World Cup Race Recap with Bjorn Riley

    17 OCT

    Mont-Sainte-Anne World Cup Race Recap with Bjorn Riley

    Bjorn Riley joins Piper Albrecht to break down the thrilling finale of the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Series at Mont-Sainte-Anne. From Jenny Rissveds’ dominant win to Samara Maxwell clinching the overall women’s title, they unpack the strategies, surprises, and defining moments that closed out the season. On the men’s side, Christopher Blevins had already wrapped up the overall, but the race still delivered fireworks, highlighted by Charlie Aldridge’s first World Cup victory. They also dive into the short track results, where Evie Richards sealed the overall XCC crown, and reflect on standout rides in the U23 ranks. Whether you're into elite cross-country battles or underdog stories, this recap captures the intensity, grit, and emotion of mountain biking’s season finale.

    40 min
  4. Little Sugar MTB Recap with Cam Jones and Melisa Rollins

    15 OCT

    Little Sugar MTB Recap with Cam Jones and Melisa Rollins

    Cam Jones and Melisa Rollins sit down with Dirt Dispatch after a wild day at the Little Sugar MTB race in Bentonville. Cam came out on top after a course full of flats and chaos, while Melisa rode to third in what she says might be the ride she’s most proud of. They break down how the race unfolded, the challenges that defined it, and the mindset it takes to finish strong when everything doesn’t go to plan. 🎙️ Presented by Stilspoke.

    44 min
  5. Lake Placid World Cup Recap and Reflections with Christopher Blevins

    9 OCT

    Lake Placid World Cup Recap and Reflections with Christopher Blevins

    In this episode of Dirt Dispatch, Betsy Welch and Piper Albrecht sit down with Christopher Blevins just hours after he clinched the overall XCO series title in Lake Placid, NY. They go deep into Christopher's processes on and off the bike and how they transformed his racing this year. They also talk about what it means to have a World Cup in the U.S., how American fans are different from European ones, and Christopher's hopes for the sport's growth on home soil.

    42 min
  6. A Conversation with Alessandra Keller

    29 SEPT

    A Conversation with Alessandra Keller

    Swiss star Alessandra Keller has built her career on consistency and a positive relationship with the sport. In this conversation, she reflects on her journey to the top, her approach to racing with balance, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. With XCO and XCC World Cup titles in both 2022 and 2024, Keller talks about what it takes to stay at the sharp end of the sport while keeping the joy alive.

    48 min
  7. Lenzerheide World Cup Race Recap

    25 SEPT

    Lenzerheide World Cup Race Recap

    The racing in Lenzerheide did not disappoint. In this Dirt Dispatch recap, we break down all the action from both the XCC and XCO World Cup rounds — from the decisive attacks and technical sections that shaped the races, to the standout performances that had everyone talking. We also reflect on the end of an era, as Lenzerheide marked Nino Schurter’s final World Cup race, adding even more emotion to an already electric weekend.

    42 min
  8. A Conversation with Fabio Püntener

    24 SEPT

    A Conversation with Fabio Püntener

    Fabio Püntener talks about his journey to the top level of mountain biking and what’s ahead as he signs with SCOTT-SRAM. We cover his development as a rider, the breakthrough performances that put him on the map, and how he’s preparing to take on the next chapter with one of the sport’s most legendary teams.

    43 min
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About

Your front-row seat to the wild world of off-road cycling. Hosted by the team at Stilspoke, The Dirt Dispatch covers the pulse of modern dirt racing — from the high-stakes drama of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup to the uniquely American chaos of the Life Time Grand Prix. Expect sharp insights, athlete interviews, race breakdowns, and behind-the-tape stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a diehard XC fan, gravel obsessive, or just here for the vibes — this is the show that keeps you in the loop and on the gas.

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  • Creator
    Stilspoke
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Stilspoke
  • Show Website
    Dirt Dispatch
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