GMBN Presents The Mountain Bike Podcast

572: Should You Copy The Pros? | Dirt Shed Show

Fergus Ryan and Owen Coutts dive into the world of professional mountain bike trends to decide which ones are game-changers for everyday riders and which ones you should leave for the pros. We cover everything from the controversial 32-inch wheel movement to the pros and cons of "underbiking" and adding ballast to your frame.  ⏱ Timestamps ⏱  00:00 - Pro Trends: What to Follow vs Avoid 13:10 - News 14:00 - Hacks and Bodges 15:53 - Things We Liked This Week  19:06 - The Bike Vault 🎵 Music - licensed by Epidemic Sound 🎵 The Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing online mountain bike channel and community – and your destination for the best mountain bike content in the world. GMBN is dedicated to inspiring and unlocking your riding potential. Our videos cater to fans of every mountain bike discipline: from mile-munching cross-country (XC) riders, through adrenaline-fuelled dirt jumpers, gravity-hungry downhillers or aspiring enduro racers, and beyond.  Our ex-pro presenting team are on hand to entertain and inspire you while also providing a uniquely qualified insight into the world of mountain biking. Every week we deliver original daily videos that include: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.gmbn.eu/Subscribe [https://www.gmbn.eu/Subscribe]  🛍 GMBN Merch Store 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/gmbnshop [https://www.gmbn.eu/gmbnshop] Submit your Photo and Video to us 👉 https://www.gmbn.com/uploader [https://www.gmbn.com/uploader] Sign-up to our newsletter 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/newsletter [https://www.gmbn.eu/newsletter] Thanks to our sponsors: Canyon Bikes: http://gmbn.eu/Canyon [http://gmbn.eu/Canyon] Propain Bikes: https://gmbn.eu/Propain [https://gmbn.eu/Propain] Orbea Bikes: https://gmbn.eu/Orbea [https://gmbn.eu/Orbea] Park Tool: http://gmbn.eu/ParkTool [http://gmbn.eu/ParkTool] Crankbrothers Pedals: http://gmbn.eu/crankbros [http://gmbn.eu/crankbros] Shimano Footwear: https://gmbn.eu/ShimanoShoes [https://gmbn.eu/ShimanoShoes] Ergon: http://gmbn.eu/ergon [http://gmbn.eu/ergon] Vittoria Tires: https://gmbn.eu/Vittoria [https://gmbn.eu/Vittoria] Reynolds wheels: https://gmbn.eu/Reynolds [https://gmbn.eu/Reynolds] FSA: http://gmbn.eu/fsa [http://gmbn.eu/fsa] Topeak: http://gmbn.eu/topeak [http://gmbn.eu/topeak] Garmin: https://gmbn.eu/Garmin [https://gmbn.eu/Garmin] CamelBak: https://gmbn.eu/CamelBak [https://gmbn.eu/CamelBak] Met Helmets: https://gmbn.eu/Met-Helmets [https://gmbn.eu/Met-Helmets]

571: Have eBikes Killed The Enduro Bike? | Dirt Shed Show 571

This week on the Dirt Shed Show, James Pickering and Owen Coutts dive into the controversial question of whether enduro bikes have a future or if they are being squeezed out by ultra-capable trail bikes and lightweight e-MTBs. We also take a look at the bold new Mondraker XC kit, share some incredible bike builds in the Bike Vault, and announce our latest competition winners. ⏱ Timestamps ⏱ 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY] - The Future of Enduro 01:28 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY&t=88s] - E-Bikes vs. Enduro 07:58 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY&t=478s] - Giveaway Winners 08:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY&t=499s] - Hacks & Bodges 08:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY&t=532s] - Things We Like 11:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY&t=668s] - Double Backflips & Moguls 12:28 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY&t=748s] - Caption Contest 14:36 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu8wdObb4iY&t=876s] - The Bike Vault

169: What’s The Scariest Race In Mountain Biking? | Dirt Shed Show

Welcome back to the Dirt Shed Show! This week, we dive into the ultimate debate: which is truly scarier, the high-stakes 80ft gaps of Red Bull Hardline or the 1,300km brutal isolation of the Atlas Mountain Race? We also round up the latest results from the Snowbike World Champs. ⏱ Timestamps ⏱ 00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA] - What Is The Scariest MTB Event? 01:28 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=88s] - Atlas Mountain Race vs. Red Bull Hardline 05:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=353s] - News 08:24 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=504s] - Giveaway! 08:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=531s] - Hacks & Bodges: Cable Sorcery & Blue Tack Fixes 12:24 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=744s] - Things We Liked This Week 14:25 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=865s] - Caption Contest 15:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=951s] - The Bike Vault 20:05 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn1UqVcMSJA&t=1205s] - Coming Up The Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing online mountain bike channel and community – and your destination for the best mountain bike content in the world. GMBN is dedicated to inspiring and unlocking your riding potential. Our videos cater to fans of every mountain bike discipline: from mile-munching cross-country (XC) riders, through adrenaline-fuelled dirt jumpers, gravity-hungry downhillers or aspiring enduro racers, and beyond.  Our ex-pro presenting team are on hand to entertain and inspire you while also providing a uniquely qualified insight into the world of mountain biking. Every week we deliver original daily videos that include: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.gmbn.eu/Subscribe [https://www.gmbn.eu/Subscribe]  🛍 GMBN Merch Store 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/gmbnshop [https://www.gmbn.eu/gmbnshop] Submit your Photo and Video to us 👉 https://www.gmbn.com/uploader [https://www.gmbn.com/uploader] Sign-up to our newsletter 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/newsletter [https://www.gmbn.eu/newsletter] Thanks to our sponsors: Canyon Bikes: http://gmbn.eu/Canyon [http://gmbn.eu/Canyon] Propain Bikes: https://gmbn.eu/Propain [https://gmbn.eu/Propain] Orbea Bikes: https://gmbn.eu/Orbea [https://gmbn.eu/Orbea] Park Tool: http://gmbn.eu/ParkTool [http://gmbn.eu/ParkTool] Crankbrothers Pedals: http://gmbn.eu/crankbros [http://gmbn.eu/crankbros] Shimano Footwear: https://gmbn.eu/ShimanoShoes [https://gmbn.eu/ShimanoShoes] Ergon: http://gmbn.eu/ergon [http://gmbn.eu/ergon] Vittoria Tires: https://gmbn.eu/Vittoria [https://gmbn.eu/Vittoria] Reynolds wheels: https://gmbn.eu/Reynolds [https://gmbn.eu/Reynolds] FSA: http://gmbn.eu/fsa [http://gmbn.eu/fsa] Topeak: http://gmbn.eu/topeak [http://gmbn.eu/topeak] Garmin: https://gmbn.eu/Garmin [https://gmbn.eu/Garmin] CamelBak: https://gmbn.eu/CamelBak [https://gmbn.eu/CamelBak] Met Helmets: https://gmbn.eu/Met-Helmets [https://gmbn.eu/Met-Helmets]

168: What Makes A Good Mountain Biker? | Dirt Shed Show 569

Rich and James dive deep into the ultimate debate: what exactly defines a perfect all-round mountain bike rider?  We break down whether you need to dominate multiple disciplines to be considered the best. Plus, we’ve got a legendary "Hacks and Bodges" segment and a look at some stunning custom builds in the Bike Vault!

167: Should There Be An Age Limit For Mountain Bike Events? | Dirt Shed Show 568

This week on the Dirt Shed Show, James Pickering and Fergus Ryan ask if it’s time for mountain bike events to introduce tighter age restrictions after watching 11-year-old Wes Sends backflip a 60-foot double. We also dive into the tech of the brand-new Orbea Rallon RS, featuring the Fox Live Valve Neo wireless system. Plus, we’ve got your weekly dose of Hacks and Bodges and a 'Super Nice' session in the Bike Vault! Enter the FSA competition giveaway 👉 https://gmbn.eu/FSAHandlebarComp2026Q1 [https://gmbn.eu/FSAHandlebarComp2026Q1]  This competition is only open to those residing in: EU, UK, NZ, US, Canada and Alaska. Entries close 10:00GMT Friday 30th January 2026, and winners will be announced in a Dirt Shed Show from Tuesday 3rd February 2026. ⏱ Timestamps ⏱  00:00 - Should There Be An Age Limit For Mountain Bike Events? 08:52 - News 10:04 - Giveaway 10:21 - Hacks And Bodges  14:12 - Things We Liked This Week 16:29 - Caption Contest 23:04 - On The Channel The Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing online mountain bike channel and community – and your destination for the best mountain bike content in the world. GMBN is dedicated to inspiring and unlocking your riding potential. Our videos cater to fans of every mountain bike discipline: from mile-munching cross-country (XC) riders, through adrenaline-fuelled dirt jumpers, gravity-hungry downhillers or aspiring enduro racers, and beyond.  Our ex-pro presenting team are on hand to entertain and inspire you while also providing a uniquely qualified insight into the world of mountain biking. Every week we deliver original daily videos that include: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.gmbn.eu/Subscribe [https://www.gmbn.eu/Subscribe]  🛍 GMBN Merch Store 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/gmbnshop [https://www.gmbn.eu/gmbnshop] Submit your Photo and Video to us 👉 https://www.gmbn.com/uploader [https://www.gmbn.com/uploader] Sign-up to our newsletter 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/newsletter [https://www.gmbn.eu/newsletter] Thanks to our sponsors: Canyon Bikes: http://gmbn.eu/Canyon [http://gmbn.eu/Canyon] Propain Bikes: https://gmbn.eu/Propain [https://gmbn.eu/Propain] Orbea Bikes: https://gmbn.eu/Orbea [https://gmbn.eu/Orbea] Park Tool: http://gmbn.eu/ParkTool [http://gmbn.eu/ParkTool] Crankbrothers Pedals: http://gmbn.eu/crankbros [http://gmbn.eu/crankbros] Shimano Footwear: https://gmbn.eu/ShimanoShoes [https://gmbn.eu/ShimanoShoes] Ergon: http://gmbn.eu/ergon [http://gmbn.eu/ergon] Vittoria Tires: https://gmbn.eu/Vittoria [https://gmbn.eu/Vittoria] Reynolds wheels: https://gmbn.eu/Reynolds [https://gmbn.eu/Reynolds] FSA: http://gmbn.eu/fsa [http://gmbn.eu/fsa] Topeak: http://gmbn.eu/topeak [http://gmbn.eu/topeak] Garmin: https://gmbn.eu/Garmin [https://gmbn.eu/Garmin] CamelBak: https://gmbn.eu/CamelBak [https://gmbn.eu/CamelBak] Met Helmets: https://gmbn.eu/Met-Helmets [https://gmbn.eu/Met-Helmets]