Ridin' The Line

Cason Smith and Ross Monckton
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Where throttle meets talk. From mountain bikes to motocross, street bikes to race cars — Ridin’ the Line dives into the culture, the machines, and the people who live life wide open. Hosted by Cason Smith and Ross Monckton, each episode blends raw stories, gear talk, and behind-the-scenes conversations from riders, racers, and creators who push the limits. Whether you’re hitting the trails, the track, or just the morning commute, this show keeps your passion for speed and style in gear.

  1. 3D AGO

    EPISODE 17 Ft. Stuart Thiel

    On this episode of Ridin’ the Line, Ross and Cason sit down with Stuart Thiel, VP of RAMBO and Georgia State Director for SORBA, for a deep dive into the growth of mountain biking in Georgia and the people making it happen. Stu breaks down the massive Big Creek freeride trail revamps, what it took to bring those projects to life, and how a volunteer-driven organization continues to raise the bar for local riding. The crew talks about the impact of RAMBO, the importance of memberships and community support, the history of Big Creek, how the trails survived major threats in the past, and what’s ahead for 2026 with events like Shorties, the return of the time trial series, and Quick Six. They also get into trail building, sponsorships, balancing bikes with work and family life, adventure rigs, camper setups, e-bikes, and the passion that keeps the whole scene moving forward. If you care about Georgia mountain biking, local trail advocacy, freeride progression, and the people behind the scenes making it all happen, this is one you don’t want to miss. Big thanks to our title sponsor Specialized for supporting the show. SPONSORS:Specialized Bicycle Components — ⁠https://www.specialized.com⁠CTS Media — ⁠https://ctsmedia.org⁠Gutter Getters — (704) 299-9006Shred It: You’re On — ⁠https://shredityoureon.com⁠

    1h 30m

  2. FEB 24

    EPISODE 16 Ft. Porsha Murdock

    Porsha Murdock joins the boys for Episode 16. National Champion. EWS racer. Two time BME overall winner. One of the fastest and most grounded athletes in the sport. This one goes deep. Porsha talks about not starting mountain biking until her early 20s and then winning her first Enduro outright. Racing World Championships for Team USA and finishing 11th with broken toes. Dealing with imposter syndrome even after proving she belongs. And what it actually takes to survive at the highest level of racing. We also get into: Why Enduro feels like it’s in a weird place right nowThe current state of U.S. racingClips vs flats and why she stays clipped inWindrock chaosTraining, curbs, and skill work that actually translatesBike setup, suspension feel, and dialing in race speedHer thoughts after riding the new Specialized Levo R This is not just race results and podium talk. This is mindset, pressure, growth, and what it really looks like behind the scenes of a pro career. If you are racing, thinking about racing, or just want to hear from someone who has earned every bit of their spot, this one is for you. SPONSORS: Specialized Bicycle Components — ⁠⁠https://www.specialized.com⁠⁠ CTS Media — ⁠⁠https://ctsmedia.org⁠⁠ Gutter Getters — (704) 299-9006 Shred It: You’re On — ⁠⁠https://shredityoureon.com⁠⁠ FOLLOW US: @ridintheline

    1h 44m

  3. FEB 18

    EPISODE 15: Specialized Is On Board!

    In Episode 15, it’s a solo mission with Cason and Ross. We kick things off with a big announcement and officially welcome a new brand partner to the Ridin’ the Line family. We talk about what it means for the show, time on the new bikes, upcoming product launches, and how wild it feels to look back at where this podcast started. From there, we get into what’s been going on lately: a new nine to five, first motorcycle sale, building a duck coop for Kenny and Coop, endurance racing at Road Atlanta, camping and riding Bearhoti and P1 P2, trail updates at Big Creek, and thoughts on the latest Supercross round. We also open the door for potential new sponsors and talk about supporting local brands that want to be part of the show. Just two friends catching up, talking bikes, racing, life changes, and what’s next. Thanks for listening and for supporting the brands that keep this thing rolling. Keep ridin' the line. SPONSORS:Specialized Bicycle Components — ⁠https://www.specialized.com⁠CTS Media — ⁠https://ctsmedia.org⁠Gutter Getters — (704) 299-9006Shred It: You’re On — ⁠https://shredityoureon.com⁠FOLLOW US: @ridintheline

    1h 18m

  4. FEB 11

    EPISODE 14 Ft. David Moore

    The energy. The vision. The mad scientist behind Go Nuts.David “Squirrelly” Moore joins the boys for Episode 14. From BMX freestyle dreams and backyard foam pits… to building one of the most recognized Enduro series in the Southeast… to now taking Go Nuts international — this one goes deep. David is the founder of Go Nuts Biking and the man responsible for some of the most fun race weekends in the region. This episode goes everywhere in the best way: How Go Nuts started with 34 riders and turned into a multi-state seriesWhy racing should feel like a party, not pressureThe real financial reality of promoting racesUSAC, Nationals, and what’s broken in grassroots racingWhy Enduro is losing its identityPedaling vs shuttles… and who’s rightTaking Go Nuts to Ecuador and South America in 2026Night racing, downhill expansion, and the new King of the Mountain formatThe future of mountain bike racing in the U.S.And yes… the hot sauce hospital story 🌶️ This one is part industry talk, part race culture debate, part garage conversation. If you’ve ever raced a Go Nuts event, argued about Enduro pedaling, or wondered what actually goes into putting on a race — this episode is for you. SPONSORS:Specialized Bicycle Components — https://www.specialized.comCTS Media — https://ctsmedia.orgGutter Getters — (704) 299-9006Shred It: You’re On — https://shredityoureon.com FOLLOW US: @ridintheline

    1h 40m

  5. FEB 3

    EPISODE 13 Ft. Ben Hobbs

    The man. The myth. The legend. Ben Hobbs joins the boys for Episode 13. Ben’s done it all — GNCC racing, downhill, Enduro, industry rep life, and works with Bike Fettish while representing Troy Lee Designs and Intense Cycles in the Southeast. This episode goes everywhere in the best way: Dirt bike crashes that should’ve ended careers How he got from racing to working inside the bike industry The real story behind Factor hubs Why Enduro racing is in a weird place right now Supercross talk, Ducati, Deegan, and Eli Tomac’s insane save Golf taking over as the “safer” competitive outlet Rock Crusher, Big Creek, and Southeast riding history This one is less interview, more garage talk between people who’ve been in it for a long time. If you’ve ever raced, ridden, crashed, or worked in this industry — you’ll love this one. SPONSORS:CTS Media — ⁠https://ctsmedia.org⁠Gutter Getters — (704) 299-9006Shred It: You’re On — ⁠https://shredityoureon.com⁠ FOLLOW US:@ridintheline

    1h 31m

  6. JAN 22

    EPISODE 12 Ft. Justin Edmonson

    Ridin’ the Line is back and Cason Smith and Ross Monckton are joined by their good friend Justin Edmondson, founder of Edmonson Motorsports. What starts as a quick catch up about Georgia’s wild winter weather turns into a deep dive on what it really takes to build a grassroots race team from the ground up. Justin breaks down endurance racing in the ChampCar Series, the team’s rapid rise with multiple podiums and wins, and what it takes to run 8 to 14 hour races with driver strategy, reliability, and budget friendly competition. The guys talk real business ownership too, including the highs and lows of leaving the comfort of a paycheck, staying disciplined, and managing the unexpected costs that come with racing and growth. Then the conversation shifts to another kind of adrenaline. Ross and Justin relive one of their most intense adventures yet, running Tallulah Gorge. They share the full story from the stairs, to the nerves, to the send at Oceana, plus the chaos, rescues, and why whitewater kayaking is equal parts terrifying and addictive. They wrap it up with a quick Supercross check in, including Eli Tomac’s early season form, Chase Sexton’s mistakes and speed, and what they’re watching for next round. SPONSORS:CTS Media — https://ctsmedia.orgGutter Getters — (704) 299-9006Shred It: You’re On — https://shredityoureon.com FOLLOW US:@ridintheline

    1h 33m

  7. JAN 7

    EPISODE 11: A1 Supercross Preview (Ft. Josh Cohan)

    Supercross is officially back and Anaheim 1 is here. In this episode of Ridin’ the Line, Cason and Ross kick off the 2026 season with a full A1 preview alongside special guest Josh Cohan, co-owner of Jarrod’s Place and longtime industry insider. The crew breaks down the biggest storylines heading into round one, including Jett Lawrence’s injury and how it reshapes the championship picture, early season expectations for Cooper Webb, Chase Sexton, Eli Tomac, Ken Roczen, and Hunter Lawrence, and why Anaheim 1 always brings chaos. They also dive into 250 West Coast contenders, fantasy picks, rider mindset at the opener, and what makes A1 such a unique race every single year. Plenty of bench racing, bold predictions, hot takes, and laughs as the boys get fired up for the first gate drop of the season. Listen in, drop your A1 picks, and let us know who you’ve got winning it all. Follow Josh Cohan on social! https://www.instagram.com/co_cranks/ https://www.instagram.com/jarrods_place/ CTS MediaWebsites • Media • Social Management👉 ⁠⁠https://ctsmedia.org⁠⁠Shred It: You’re OnCustom jerseys & moto-inspired MTB gear👉 ⁠⁠https://shredityoureon.com/⁠⁠Gutter GettersExterior home services, gutter cleaning, pressure washing, and more👉 Find Gutter Getters on Facebook & Instagram

    2 hr

  8. 12/30/2025

    EPISODE 10 Ft. Tony Mueckl

    In the final episode of 2025, we sit down with Tony Mueckl, Brand Development Manager at Specialized, for one of our most wide ranging and honest conversations yet. Tony shares his unconventional path into the bike industry, from fixing cars and riding fixed gears in Buffalo to becoming a key voice for one of the biggest brands in cycling. We dive deep into how the industry has changed post COVID, why community matters more than ever, and how bikes are finding their way into spaces far beyond traditional racing and bike shops. This episode goes everywhere. From sneakers, music, and pop culture, to e bikes, gravel riding, and bike pricing, to influencers versus athletes, grassroots growth, and what really sells bikes today. We also talk candidly about• Why community and culture now matter more than podiums• The reality of bike pricing, research and development, and innovation• How e bikes are changing access, cities, and the future of cycling• Bridging bikes with fashion, music, and everyday life• Why Georgia’s riding scene is massively underrated If you care about where cycling is headed and how to keep the stoke alive in a changing industry, this episode is for you. Thanks for riding with us through 2025. We are just getting started. CTS Media Websites • Media • Social Management 👉 ⁠⁠https://ctsmedia.org⁠⁠ Shred It: You’re On Custom jerseys & moto-inspired MTB gear 👉 ⁠⁠https://shredityoureon.com/⁠⁠ Gutter Getters Exterior home services, gutter cleaning, pressure washing, and more 👉 Find Gutter Getters on Facebook & Instagram

    1h 47m
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Where throttle meets talk. From mountain bikes to motocross, street bikes to race cars — Ridin’ the Line dives into the culture, the machines, and the people who live life wide open. Hosted by Cason Smith and Ross Monckton, each episode blends raw stories, gear talk, and behind-the-scenes conversations from riders, racers, and creators who push the limits. Whether you’re hitting the trails, the track, or just the morning commute, this show keeps your passion for speed and style in gear.

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  • Creator
    Cason Smith and Ross Monckton
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Cason Smith and Ross Monckton
  • Show Website
    Ridin' The Line

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