Brandon Sloan is a long-time Specialized employee who has worked his way up through the ranks, landing as the director in charge of all things bike. While he avoids disclosing an official title and says he's never had a "real job," Brandon is responsible for the development of some influential products over the years like the Big Hit with 24-inch rear wheel, the Demo, the Enduro, including the Enduro 29, and plenty more. We discuss a fondness for Dr. Pepper, working with Sam Hill and Aaron Gwin on the Demo's development, Specialized's product testing procedures, direct-to-consumer sales and what the future may look like for mountain biking. I had a great time learning about this legend of modern mountain bike development and I hope you do to.

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