Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast
Episodes
Introducing Santa Cruz Syndicate’s Unconventional New Team Manager
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Santa Cruz Syndicate has a new manager and it’s not necessarily who you’d expect. Rob Copeland’s background isn’t racing or the MTB indust...
The Heart Of Queenstown’s MTB Scene: Vertigo Bikes
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Queenstown is one of the world’s most iconic mountain biking destinations, but few people know the story behind its evolution. Today, we’re joined...
Alan Milway: 2026 Could Be the Most Exciting Season Yet
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2026 is shaping up to be an exciting season. Long-standing rivalries are heating up, and a wave of young talent is stepping into the elite ranks, who ...
Lou Ferguson On Fear, Doubt and Breaking New Ground
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hardline has always been one of the most intimidating races in mountain biking, but at Hardline Wales in 2025, Lou Ferguson delivered a full top-to-bo...
Tahnée Seagrave – Staying at the Top Ain’t Easy
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by Tahnée Seagrave. Tahnée has been one of the defining riders of modern downhill for more than a decade. A World Cup winner,...
Amaury Pierron – Working With RockShox to Win World Cups
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While I was out in New Zealand, I caught up with Amaury Pierron to unpack the highs and lows of the past couple of seasons. From those incredible wet-...
Ed Masters: Perspective, Passion, and the Evolution of MTB
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to Tourism Tasmania I recently travelled to Maydena where I got to sit down with the one and only, Ed Masters. Ed’s at a really interesting p...
How Aaron Gwin Plans to Return to the Top
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, thanks to Tourism Tasmania I’ve been on the ground here in Maydena, bringing you some great conversations. This week, it’s Aaron Gwin. Fi...
Aaron Gwin, New Bikes and Team Secrets with Neko Mulally
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to Tourism Tasmania, I’ve been on the ground in Maydena for Hardline Tasmania week and got to have a catch up with Neko Mulally, as well as a...
Hardline Tasmania 2026 – Post-Race Show
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to Tourism Tasmania, I’ve been on the ground in Maydena this week for Red Bull Hardline, a race that sits right on the limit of what’s poss...
Aaron Gwin, Mikayla Parton & Ryan Gilchrist – The Hardline Rookies
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to Tourism Tasmania, I’m on the ground in Maydena this week, riding the trails, soaking up the atmosphere, and bringing you content straight ...
Hardline Tasmania 2026 – Pre-Race Show
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to Tourism Tasmania, I’m on the ground in Maydena this week to experience the incredible trail network and to bring you content from Red Bull...
Inside Jackson Goldstone’s Breakthrough 2025 Season
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jackson Goldstone’s first two elite seasons weren’t straight forward, but in 2025 we really saw what he is capable of. Coming back from injury, Ja...
Behind the Scenes of the Nukeproof Axess Racing Team
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For Axess Intense Factory Racing, the 2025 season was full of high highs, and some really low lows. Injury. Uncertainty. Financial pressure. And momen...
Can Independent MTB Media Survive? – Drew Rohde of Loam Wolf
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mountain bike media has always been shaped by the riders, the bikes, and the culture around them. But right now, that landscape is changing faster tha...
Fuel Better, Ride Better – Nutrition Unlocked with Chris Lowe
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For the last three months, I’ve been working on my nutrition with Chris Lowe, to do what a lot of us want to do… lose fat and build muscle. But I ...
From BMX to MTB: The Fearless Innovation of Kriss Kyle
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by Kriss Kyle. Kriss found his fame in BMX and more recently has brought that style and creativity onto the mountain bike. From l...
2025 Downhill Season Wrap With Chris Kilmurray
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To round out the year, we’re joined by Chris Kilmurray to get behind the results and into the data of the 2025 downhill season. Winning margins. T...
Team Rumours, Podcast BTS and More – Downtime Debrief Episode 4
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the final episode of Downtime Debrief for 2025 and our last episode before Christmas. As many of you will know, this is 3 friends and fans ...
Racing, Recovery and Growth: Oli Zwar Opens Up
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Downtime Podcast, we’re sitting down with a Oli Zwar, a rider who’s lived the full spectrum of what downhill racing can throw at you....
Wyn Masters’ Thoughts on World Cup Downhill and Enduro
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Downtime Podcast, I'm joined by the one and only, Wyn Masters. Wyn’s got a unique view of the sport, from racing to reporting, and in t...
EXCLUSIVE: Inside YT’s Collapse and Re-Start With Markus Flossmann
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Downtime Podcast, we’re diving into one of the most talked-about stories in mountain biking this year. YT went into insolvency, the int...
Inside The Mind of Matt Jones
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m joined by Matt Jones for a really honest and reflective conversation about what it takes to build a life around mountain biking. You may h...
There Are Other Ways – Glenn MacArthur’s Big Mountain Approach
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Glenn MacArthur grew up in a tiny village high in the French Alps, where riding bikes and exploring mountains was just part of everyday life. He’s t...
Can Small Teams Still Compete in World Cup Downhill?
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s been a lot of discussion around wether or not it’s getting harder for the smaller teams to survive in World Cup downhill. This week I’m ...
Josh Bryceland On Fatherhood, eBikes, Racing Plans and More
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m catching up with none other than Josh Bryceland. We dive into his thoughts on the 2025 Downhill World Cup season, and some of the exc...
Downtime Debrief Episode Three aka the C-Practice Podcast
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Downtime Debrief episode 3 is here. For fans of our ‘Downtime Goes Downhill’ series you’ll know my good friends Ben and Jonny who I’ve been ra...
The Most Misunderstood Component on Your Bike (And How to Get It Right)
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How much thought do you really give to your saddle? It’s one of the most personal contact points on the bike and yet, for most of us, it’s also on...
What Changed for Max Hartenstern in His 2025 Breakthrough Season?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m joined by Germany’s Max Hartenstern, a rider who’s quietly been building toward a breakthrough. Max started out racing BMX before...
How To Be a Healthy Mountain Biker
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by Strength Factory's Ben Plenge to find out how to improve our riding by being healthier humans. Ben breaks it down into fi...
Mont-Sainte-Anne 2025 – Post-Race Show
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast, and you’re tuned into our final post-race show of the season from Mont-Sainte-Anne, with Neko Mulally and...
Luke Meier-Smith: From Avocado Farm to World Cup Winner
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by Luke Meier-Smith, who took his first World Cup win this weekend in Lake Placid. We caught up with Luke just a few weeks a...
Mont-Sainte-Anne 2025 – Pre-Race Show
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our 2025 Mont-Sainte-Anne pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray for the final round of ...
Lake Placid / Whiteface 2025 – Post-Race Show
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our 2025 Whiteface / Lake Placid post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris fo...
How Jackson Goldstone Took the World Champs – A Mechanic’s Perspective
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by Ben Wood, aka Woody, the mechanic behind World Champion Jackson Goldstone. Woody gives us a rare look at life inside the pit...
Lake Placid / Whiteface 2025 – Pre-Race Show
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our 2025 Whiteface / Lake Placid pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray for round 9 of t...
How Mille Johnset Fought Her Way Back to the Podium
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m joined by Norwegian downhill racer, Mille Johnset. After making a big team move for the 2025 season, Mille’s year didn’t start th...
Lenzerheide 2025 – Post-Race Show
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our 2025 Lenzerheide post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’r...
Enduro Showdown: Morillon Finale & Aletsch World Champs
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, it’s time to catch up on the final round of the Enduro World Cup in Morillon and Enduro World Champs in Aletsch Arena with Morgane Charre a...
Lenzerheide 2025 – Pre-Race Show
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our 2025 Lenzerheide pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re listening, t...
Behind the Scenes at the Canyon CLLCTV
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I was lucky enough to be invited behind the scenes of the Canyon CLLCTV team at the recent World Cup round in Les Gets. This episode has three parts. ...
Champéry World Champs 2025 – Post-Race Show
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our 2025 Champéry World Champs post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. ...
Champéry World Champs 2025 – Pre-Race Show
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our 2025 Champéry World Champs pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re l...
The Next Generation Are On Fire – Oli Clark
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re heading into the future of downhill with New Zealand junior, Oli Clark. The junior ranks are stacked right now and riders like Oli ...
Les Gets 2025 – Post-Race Show
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Les Gets post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’re listen...
Winni Goldsbury – How Bright is the Future of Enduro?
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by New Zealand enduro racer, Winni Goldsbury. After some stellar U21 results, Winni is competing in her first elite EDR season this...
Les Gets 2025 – Pre-Race Show
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Les Gets pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re listening, that mean...
What It Takes To Host a World Cup in 2025
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Downtime Podcast, we’re joined by Marco and Kornel from the Leogang World Cup team to get a real look at what it takes to put...
World Cup Highs and Lows & Our Racing Woes
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Downtime Debrief is back. For fans of our ‘Downtime Goes Downhill’ series you’ll know my good friends Ben and Jonny who I’ve been racing downh...
How to Turn Local Laps Into World-Class Results – Jake Atkinson
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking to Jake Atkinson, a rider who’s made a meteoric rise in the sport, despite growing up far from the perfect training grounds fo...
Becci Skelton: Building a Life on Two Wheels
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m joined by Becci Skelton, a rider who proves that racing isn’t the only path to building a life on two wheels. From multi-day advent...
Fox’s Race Spec Secrets: SpeedSuit and Rampage RS Explained
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by Fox Racing's Head of Performance Cut and Sew, Keegan Reyfeldt to hear about their SpeedSuit RS which was launched last yea...
Dan and Gee Atherton | The Untold Story of Red Bull Hardline
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Red Bull Hardline has become the most extreme race in mountain biking, but the story of how it came to be? That’s something you’ve never heard lik...
EDR Shifts Gears – The Insider Lowdown from the Italian Rounds
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re catching up after a massive double-header in the Enduro World Cup. Val di Fassa and La Thuile delivered everything we love about the...
Andorra 2025 – Post-Race Show
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Andorra post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’re listeni...
Andorra 2025 – Pre-Race Show
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Andorra pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re listening, that means...
From Chainless Feeling to SRAM Acquisition: The OChain Story
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the spark of an idea in an engineer’s mind to becoming one of the most talked about innovations in mountain biking, this is the story of OChain...
La Thuile 2025 – Post-Race Show
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our La Thuile post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’re liste...
Behind the Broadcast – How Josh Carlson Found a New Role in the MTB World
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From racing between the tape to calling the action from the booth, Josh Carlson has experienced mountain biking from every angle. In this episode, we ...
La Thuile 2025 – Pre-Race Show
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our La Thuile pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re listening, that mea...
Is Enduro Still On Track? How Is the Season Unfolding?
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our Enduro World Cup debrief with Morgane Charre and Greg Callaghan after the first two rounds of the season proved to be really popular, so the team ...
Val di Sole 2025 – Post-Race Show
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Val di Sole post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’re lis...
Nina Hoffmann: Down, But Definitely Not Out
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is a little different as it was recorded in front of a live audience. BOA invited me out to the Leogang World Cup and after the ...
Val di Sole 2025 – Pre-Race Show
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Val di Sole pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re listening, that m...
Hattie Harnden: Even the Best Can Get Better
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hattie Harnden is one of the most versatile riders on the planet, and this year she’s taken a bold leap into downhill racing. In this episode, we di...
Leogang 2025 – Post-Race Show
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Leogang post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’re listeni...
Loudenvielle 2025 – Post-Race Show
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Loudenvielle post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’re li...
Why Cotic’s New eBike Is Causing a Stir
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by Cy Turner, the founder of Cotic, to find out more about one of the most commented on bikes of the year, their brand new Cotic eBik...
Leogang 2025 – Pre-Race Show
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Leogang pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re listening, that means...
Enduro Is Back, Is It Bigger and Better Than Ever?
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Enduro is back and it feels like it might be turning a corner. After a couple of tough seasons, there’s a real sense of momentum building in the spo...
Loudenvielle 2025 – Pre-Race Show
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Loudenvielle pre-race show with Chris Kilmurray. If you’re listening, that ...
Bielsko-Biala, Poland 2025 – Post-Race Show
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into our Poland post-race show with Neko Mulally and Olly Morris. If you’re listenin...
Secrets of Suspension Tuning with Mark Fitzsimmons
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Fitzsimmons has been shaping how mountain bikes ride for decades. From his early days in customer support to developing cutting-edge suspension a...
From the Fundamentals to the World’s Fastest: Coaching Works
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m talking MTB coaching with Paul Howard from ZEP Coaching and the GSMBC. Paul’s been shaping mountain bike coaching for years, and his...
Bielsko-Biala, Poland 2025 – Pre-Race Show
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m Chris, this is the Downtime Podcast and you’re tuned into the original pre-race show with me and coach to the stars, Chris Kilmurray. If yo...
Building Canyon’s Fastest Bike Yet : The New Sender
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by Jan Ehrhard, senior design engineer and one of the key minds behind the new Canyon Sender, to find out what it takes to desi...
Troy Brosnan: New Bikes and New Beginnings
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by one of the most consistent and respected riders on the downhill circuit, Troy Brosnan. We dive deep into the emotional and p...
State of World Cup DH and Enduro: Downtime Debrief Ep.1
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a brand new mini-series, Downtime Debrief. For fans of our ‘Downtime Goes Downhill’ series you’ll know my good friends Ben and Jonny who...
World Cup 2025: What to Expect with Chris Kilmurray
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m joined once again by elite mountain bike performance coach Chris Kilmurray, as we dive deep into the build-up for the 2025 MTB World ...
Moto Legend, MTB Talent – The Wonderful World of Mani Lettenbichler
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mani Lettenbichler is as humble as he is hardcore. Coming from Hard Enduro where he dominated the 2023 season, going undefeated and proving he’s an ...
Asa Vermette x Neko Mulally | The Exciting Future of MTB
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’ve got a special one for you. Asa Vermette is the most exciting young talent in downhill racing right now, and in this episode, we sit dow...
What Is a Tuned Mass Damper and Why Does Your MTB Need One?
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re diving deep into mountain bike innovation with Matt Shearn from Rimpact, a brand that started with tire inserts and is now making w...
Racing to the Top: Ollie Davis’ Untold Story
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re catching up with rising downhill star Ollie Davis. From his early days on The Union to riding with the legendary Santa Cruz Syndicate, ...
Ryan Gilchrist – The Ultimate All-Rounder
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I’m joined by a rider who’s redefining what it means to be a complete athlete, Ryan Gilchrist. He’s the King of Crankworx, the eEDR overa...
Harriet Burbidge-Smith: Powerful Tools and Techniques for Injury Recovery
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I’m joined by Harriet Burbidge-Smith, better known as Haz, one of the top names in women’s slopestyle and freeride. But the past year has b...
Annie Ford – 55,000m Descending in 24 Hours and Much More
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I’m joined by Annie Ford. Perhaps best known for her recent world record of over 55,000m descending in 24hours, Annie is an adventurer, endur...
Phoebe Gale’s Breakthrough Year and Lessons from the Elite Ranks
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I’m joined by Phoebe Gale, one of the most exciting young talents in downhill mountain biking. From growing up in Scotland to competing again...
Dan Booker: Racing, Recovery & Doing Things His Way
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I’m joined by Dan Booker, one of Tasmania’s finest. He’s raced it all, from downhill to enduro, tackling everything from Red Bull Hardlin...
Riding the Edge: Pushing Trail Bike Limits with Braydon Bringhurst
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by arguably one of the most skilled all-around mountain bikers on the planet, Braydon Bringhurst. While his name might not immedi...
Pushing MTB to the Limit: Simon French on Hardline Tasmania
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by trailbuilder and creator of Hardline Tasmania, Simon French. From working as a cancer nurse to becoming a world-class trail bui...
EXCLUSIVE: Fabio Wibmer Talks Standing Out and Staying Ahead
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by YouTube sensation and arguably the most famous mountain biker on the planet, Fabio Wibmer. Fabio rarely appears on podcasts, a...
Who’s Riding What? Alan Milway on the 2025 Downhill Roster
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re deep in the middle of the 2025 downhill team moves, and with all the structural changes the UCI has made to the downhill World Cup, things hav...
Exclusive Deep Dive on OneUp Components’ New Pedal
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
OneUp Components are renowned for their innovative, high-quality mountain bike parts. In fact, Pinkbike readers voted their dropper posts, handlebars,...
Anna Newkirk: 2024 Breakthrough and a New Chapter with Frameworks Racing
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re joined by Anna Newkirk, a rider who had a standout 2024 season that put her on the radar of multiple teams. Ultimately, she chose to jo...
Downtime Goes Downhill for the Last Time
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Downtime Goes Downhill, a podcast mini-series that’s bringing you along for the ride, as we have a go at racing downhill. Downtime Goe...
The Highs and Lows of World Enduro – Gowaan Gals
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're joined by the Gowaan Gals, Bex Baraona and Chloe Taylor, two of the most inspiring and down-to-earth riders in the mountain bike scene. W...
Isabeau Courdurier: Important Lessons from the Highs and Lows of Racing
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re joined by one of the most accomplished athletes in mountain biking, Isabeau Courdurier. From dominating the Enduro World Series with mu...
From World Cup Racer to GMBN Presenter – Neil Donoghue
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by Neil Donoghue. While many now recognise Neil as a familiar face and presenter for GMBN, his journey started long before his Yo...
Ellie Hulsebosch – Setting Your Sights on the Top Step
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by 2024 breakthrough star, Ellie Hulsebosch. Ellie made waves as a first year junior, qualifying first three times in a row, befo...
2025 World Cup Changes and 2024 Highlights With Misspent Summers
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Misspent Summers just launched their downhill and enduro yearbooks, so we thought it would be a good time to catch up and chat about some of our favou...