The Inside Line Podcast - Vital MTB

Vital MTB
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A mountain biking podcast channel featuring in-depth interviews with world class riders and cycling industry professionals.

  1. 1d ago

    A Sore Ankle, High Security & Inflatable Body Armor - La Thuile & Andorra Recap - B Practice Podcast

    La Thuile and Andorra came and went, and the same names topped the podiums in each category except junior men, which is impressive considering how different the tracks were. The rest of the results sheet, especially in elites, has continued to be a mix up every round. And it shows in the overall standings—points gaps are tight when you get below the top three. It’s going to be an exciting back half to the season after the summer vacation. We get into who finished where the past two weeks, and chat about Dak’s current gear setup, his ankle injury from Andorra, Specialized team dynamics without Loic, the tight security after Andorra finals, if Jonty Williams has already won the overall, Vali going on a Rachel Atherton-esque streak, the rise of Bode Burke, the pressure of Max Commencal in the finishing corral at Andorra, and the need for everyone to be wearing the inflatable chest protector after witnessing Amaury’s crash. Enjoy!

  2. 6d ago

    The Rise of DJI: From Drones to E-Bikes - B.S. Podcast

    In this episode, Jeff Brines and Charlie Sponsel explore the fascinating history and rapid rise of DJI, the Chinese tech giant known for drones and now e-bikes under the Avinox name. They analyze the cultural, geopolitical, and industrial factors that have shaped DJI's success and its implications for the cycling industry. Jeff and Charlie explore the rapid advancements in e-bike technology, the strategic moves of industry giants like DJI, and the evolving regulatory landscape. They analyze how these changes could reshape the future of the bike industry over the next five years. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the BS Podcast and DJI 06:05 DJI's Early Struggles and Breakthroughs 11:50 The Rise of DJI and Market Dynamics 17:58 The Geopolitical Context of DJI's Growth 45:45 The Impact of Economic Policies on Subsistence Farming 51:32 Shenzhen as China's Silicon Valley 57:05 Perceptions of Chinese Manufacturing 01:02:44 The Importance of Urban Agglomeration 01:09:40 Collectivism vs Individualism in Chinese Society 01:17:42 Speculations on DJI's Corporate Structure and How Avinox Fits In 01:23:21 The Competitive Landscape of the E-Bike Market 01:29:10 The Future of Amflow: A Proof of Concept? 01:39:10 The Gearbox Revolution in E-Bikes 01:52:20 The Future of E-Bike Technology and Regulations 02:05:07 The Future of E-Bikes and Innovations 02:12:21 The Role of Major Players in E-Bike Technology 02:18:11 Navigating E-Bike Regulations and Trail Access 02:35:25 The Impact of DJI on the Bike Industry

    The Rise of DJI: From Drones to E-Bikes - B.S. Podcast

  3. Jun 25

    Bar Width, Mountain of Hell, Gearbox Motors - Vital’s Bikes: Unaffiliated Podcast

    Tag along for another decompression conversation, where we chat about the Mountain of Hell mass-start race, Cannondale’s Bad Habit that Jason’s been reviewing, how heavy is too heavy for a trail bike, the subjectiveness of bike setup and what components are ‘good,’ bar width, bar ends, and auto-shifting e-bike gearbox motors. Enjoy!

    Bar Width, Mountain of Hell, Gearbox Motors - Vital’s Bikes: Unaffiliated Podcast

  4. Jun 24

    2-Clicks of Rebound The Wrong Way!! - Lenzerheide Recap - B Practice Podcast

    Four rounds into the 2026 World Cup season, and three B Practice podcasts have been recorded. What’s new? This episode, we get into what Dak’s been messing with, the struggles he had in Leogang, and the strides he made in Lenzerheide. We also spent way too long disputing what should change to make World Cups more engaging and growing. How many times can we talk about the same things? We also cover the usual talking points from the past two weeks of racing. Enjoy!

    2-Clicks of Rebound The Wrong Way!! - Lenzerheide Recap - B Practice Podcast

  5. Jun 23

    You Asked. They Answered - Specialized Demo 11 Q&A

    Specialized’s new Demo 11 downhill bike is a certified rocket ship. You don’t need us to tell you that. Jordan Williams, Loic Bruni, and Finn Iles have proven the platform's abilities over the past three years of development and this year two World Cup DH wins have been nabbed aboard the production version. The problem may be that it's complex, heavy and priced much higher than other DH bikes.  Specialized gave us the chance to ride the bike, and we took the opportunity to get all of your questions answered—no marketing BS. Vital editor, Jason Schroeder, chats with Nicco Deluca, Product Manager at Specialized. Enjoy! Watch the full 'First Ride' video - https://youtu.be/D6dVxVffoPA

  6. Jun 8

    From Loudenvielle to Leogang - B Practice Podcast Analysis

    Loudenvielle came and went, and unfortunately our dude Dak didn't make it in the night show. That's racing. The good news is his setup is trending towards the bullseye. After a week off lapping in Schladming, it's time to get back on the horse and head to Leogang. We figured most people already got their fix of post-race highlights from Loudenvielle, so we focused most on Dak's thoughts on the track, the race to make finals, Luca's first victory and what it represents, why he's going stiffer and stiffer and what that means for his bar height, poles vs. course tape, and thoughts on Leogang this weekend. Enjoy!

    From Loudenvielle to Leogang - B Practice Podcast Analysis

  7. Jun 3

    Your Mid-Week MTB Decompression - Vital’s ‘bikes: unaffiliated’ Podcast

    Join us on an unscripted, unaffiliated podcast journey where we discuss various hot takes from the Loudenvielle DH World Cup, risk vs. reward in DH racing, the Hot Laps event in Washington, how to hit berms better, why Enduro World Cups are dying a slow death and why that doesn’t actually matter for the sport of enduro, and a bunch of other MTB-related nonsense. Enjoy!  Bikes' Unaffiliated forum conversation

    Your Mid-Week MTB Decompression - Vital’s ‘bikes: unaffiliated’ Podcast

  8. May 29

    JORDI CORTES - 17 Questions

    See more 17 Questions videos - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiDwPfY-lhwLORXY7C8mhKi-BtWbmxXO  Influencer, internet personality, FOX suspension guru, and Greg Minnaar’s #1 emotional support human, Jordie Cortes rips through a classic 17 Questions. (minus one)

    JORDI CORTES - 17 Questions
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