The NSMB Podcast

NSMB / North Shore Mountain Biking
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From the team behind NSMB.com, The NSMB podcast will go behind the scenes with the makers, breakers, and risk-takers of our favourite sport. Interviews, news, and other important topics will all be on the menu. 

  1. 1d ago

    Racing, Restructuring, & Drop Bears, Oh My – What's News

    Pete, Mike and A.J. dig into the 2027 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup schedule, including its growing European focus, Whistler’s return and the absence of Mont-Sainte-Anne and Fort William. From there, we get into the formats, technology and business decisions shaping the future of mountain biking. We debate how Hard MTB can translate its multi-discipline racing format to a wider audience, what it would take for 32-inch wheels to catch on, and whether the hype around Avinox motors matches what riders can actually buy. We also discuss the new downhill bikes from Devinci and Norco, the latest Adidas Five Ten shoe redesigns, and what the recent moves at Cannondale and Juliana tell us about the state of the industry. The 2027 UCI MTB World Cup schedule, its European focus and what that means for global appeal. Whistler’s return, and the absence of Mont-Sainte-Anne and Fort WilliamHard MTB: multi-discipline racing, rider versatility and the challenge of reaching a wide audience32-inch wheels: adoption, packaging, weight and terrain considerationsCanyon’s Spectral:On with the Avinox M2S motor, and why availability matters as much as specificationsDevinci’s new DH bike and announcement of another announcementNorco’s new DH bike, adjustability and the move toward premium pricingAdidas Five Ten shoe redesigns, branding reactions and the risks of long product-development cyclesCannondale’s North American office closure, layoffs and the brand’s futureSanta Cruz bringing Juliana under its own brand, and what representation on equal terms meansDropbear’s press-fit pins, MSC Moto’s damped stem, a visit to the ER, and trading vehicles

    Racing, Restructuring, & Drop Bears, Oh My – What's News

  2. Oct 27

    Jordi Cortes: From BMX and Motorcycle Racing to the World Cup

    Jordi Cortes is Fox Factory’s Global Race Department Manager, but his path into World Cup downhill wasn’t a straight line. From riding BMX and racing motorcycles to working with metal and solving problems hands-on, Jordi has built a career around understanding how things work and making them better. I sat down with Jordi to talk about the experiences that led him to work with professional mountain bike athletes, how his varied background has shaped his approach, and what he’s learned along the way. We also discuss the realities of World Cup racing, including team logistics, split venues, track changes, and the pressure to give a rider every advantage. Away from racing, we explore how e-bikes, trail access, and changing riding habits are shaping mountain bike culture, drawing on our experiences in places like Squamish and Santa Cruz.

    Jordi Cortes: From BMX and Motorcycle Racing to the World Cup

  3. Oct 18

    Red Bull Hardline B.C. – The Debrief

    The inaugural Red Bull Hardline B.C. brought some of the world’s best downhill riders to Cypress Mountain for a race that left little room for error. From changing North Shore conditions and brutally technical sections to flats that cost riders their runs, the track kept fighting back. We sit down immediately after finals to break down the racing, Asa Vermette’s winning run, and the moments that shaped the day. Beyond the results, we get into what it’s like to see this track up close, how the trail crew kept it running, and the challenges of putting on a race of this scale. We also look at the spectator experience and what could make the event even better next time. The women’s riding was another standout, with Gracey Hemstreet, Lina Frener, and Tayte Proulx-Royds pushing their limits and working through the course’s biggest features. It’s a glimpse of where things are heading, and a reminder that progression doesn’t happen in isolation. Our immediate reactions and insights from the first Red Bull Hardline B.C., straight from Cypress Mountain.

    Red Bull Hardline B.C. – The Debrief

  4. Oct 15

    Tales from the Final Two World Cups: The Debrief

    With the 2026 World Cup downhill season wrapped up, A.J., Mike Ferrentino, and Pete look back on the final two rounds in Whistler and Lake Placid, sharing their experiences and discussing some of the stories that stood out. We get into how the racing has changed with limited practice and the end of protected-rider status, and what that means for riders trying to find their pace under pressure. A.J. shares his perspective from behind the camera at both events, from the spectator atmosphere in Whistler to the more spread-out viewing at Lake Placid, along with the realities of shooting a World Cup as a photographer. Mike also talks about getting inside Canyon Factory Racing at Whistler, including the team’s preparation, mechanics, wheel and tire choices, and the logistics that go into getting a World Cup team to the start line. We finish by looking ahead to Hardline and reflecting on where these late-season events fit into the wider racing calendar. It’s a look back at the final two World Cups from the perspective of those on the ground working behind the scenes.

    Tales from the Final Two World Cups: The Debrief

  5. Sep 30

    Whistler World Cup: The Debrief

    Whistler just hosted its first-ever UCI Downhill Mountain Bike World Cup, and a few hours after the final runs, Pete Roggeman, Mike Ferrentino, Uncle Dave, and Deniz Merdano sat down to unpack the weekend. We talk about how the new track actually rode, the roots and line choices that punished small mistakes, the huge gaps in the results, and the pressure of racing a World Cup on home soil. We also get into Asa Vermette’s win, Vali Holl’s continued run of form, some spectacular crashes, the junior racing, and the people and machinery behind a modern World Cup team. Recorded immediately after finals, this is the NSMB crew’s first take on Whistler’s first World Cup downhill.

    Whistler World Cup: The Debrief

  6. Sep 22

    Ron Goldstone: Raising a Two-Time World Champion

    Your kid wins a World Championship, and the whole world sees the highlights. What they don’t see is what happens behind the scenes: the nerves, the travel, the quiet moments between the races, and the reality of watching your child take risks at the highest level of the sport. For this episode of the NSMB Podcast, I’m joined by Ron Goldstone, father of two-time Elite Men’s Downhill World Champion Jackson Goldstone, just days before Jackson races the first-ever World Cup Downhill race where he grew up riding. Ron takes us back to Jackson’s early years on a bike, from BMX racing and learning to race gates to thousands of laps at Whistler, Squamish, and beyond. We talk about the value of simply spending time on a bike, riding different disciplines, and developing the confidence to make split-second decisions when the consequences are high. But this conversation goes beyond racing. Ron talks openly about watching Jackson grow from a kid riding bikes in Squamish into a two-time World Champion, what it’s like seeing your son on billboards, and how life changes when what started as a passion becomes the centre of your family’s calendar. We also get into some of the harder parts of that journey, including a devastating house fire that destroyed much of the family home and irreplaceable memorabilia, what comes with being one of the sport’s most recognizable riders, and the challenge of balancing Jackson’s growing profile with the things that made riding bikes special in the first place. With the World Cup finally coming to Whistler, Ron offers a unique perspective on what it means to watch your kid take on the sport’s biggest stages, and to realize that the life you’re living now looks very different from the one you imagined 25 years ago.

    Ron Goldstone: Raising a Two-Time World Champion

  7. Sep 15

    Building Whistler's World Cup Track with Marty Gautrey

    A World Cup downhill track looks like pure speed on race day, but the real story is the years of scouting, digging, carrying rock, and second-guessing every corner so the world’s fastest riders can push the pace and the sport forward. I connected with Marty Gautry, Whistler Blackcomb’s bike park trail crew manager, to unpack how Whistler’s trails evolved from early, make-it-work machine builds into the modern “science” of jump shaping, landings, and high-traffic maintenance. Along the way, we get into what riders rarely see: how often A-Line gets rebuilt, why irrigation both helps and hurts, and what it takes to keep iconic lines running from spring through late fall.  Then we go deep on Creekside and the long build toward the 1199 World Cup downhill track. Marty explains why the line was so hard to “connect,” how the rock garden demanded thousands of hours of armouring, and shares that access roads for patrol and emergency response can cost as much as the trail itself. We also talk about the pressure of building for the speed of elite racers, where top riders may take sections with no brakes, forcing late changes to corners, landings, and compressions to keep things fast but safe.  We close with the big questions: should the 1199 World Cup track be open to the public, how do you manage that without destroying it, and what does it mean to showcase a race line that cuts through one of the most beautiful forests in British Columbia?  If you care about trail building, downhill mountain bike racing, Whistler Bike Park history, or the behind-the-scenes work that makes progression possible, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share this with a mate, and leave a review along with your thoughts on whether anyone else should get to ride it.

    Building Whistler's World Cup Track with Marty Gautrey

  8. Sep 8

    Whistler's Downhill World Cup Moment, with Wendy Robinson

    A World Cup downhill doesn’t land in your backyard by accident. Wendy Robinson of Whistler Blackcomb joins us to share how Whistler’s first UCI Mountain Bike World Cup came together, from the earliest rumours to the decisions that made it real. We talk through how the 1199 Stevie Smith Tribute Track came together over the years: scouting an alignment in the Creekside zone, inviting elite athletes for track walks, and adjusting features, transitions, and line options based on pro rider feedback. Wendy also explains why this isn’t only about one marquee race weekend. A true World Cup-level downhill track becomes a training ground that helps Canadian riders and juniors build skills on terrain that matches the pace, pressure, and technical demands of modern downhill mountain biking. Then we get into the less-visible work that makes the show run: safety systems like World Cup-grade alpine netting and deflection fencing, start-ramp adjustments, paddock and expo planning, and how Whistler approaches crowd energy without risking the kind of finish-line chaos we’ve seen elsewhere. We also share spectator tips, including why qualifying day can be the best time to support local talent before finals and to see intense racing as the entry list is cut back for Sunday. If you care about Whistler, racing, or what it takes to host a global mountain bike event, hit play. Subscribe, share this with your friends, and leave a review with your prediction: who thrives on 1199?

    Whistler's Downhill World Cup Moment, with Wendy Robinson
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From the team behind NSMB.com, The NSMB podcast will go behind the scenes with the makers, breakers, and risk-takers of our favourite sport. Interviews, news, and other important topics will all be on the menu. 

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  • Creator
    NSMB / North Shore Mountain Biking
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The NSMB Podcast
  • Show Website
    The NSMB Podcast

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