# downhill (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover downhill. Page: Feed: --- ## [#198. Graham Agassiz: From Rampage to Fatherhood: Reinvention, Risk & Finding Purpose](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/198-graham-agassiz-from-rampage-to-fatherhood-reinvention-risk-finding-purpose/) _2026-08-18 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ Graham Agassiz has been one of freeride mountain biking's most influential riders for nearly two decades, but this conversation goes far beyond big jumps and Rampage. Andrew Neethling sits down with Aggy to talk about the golden era of freeride films, the evolution of social media, Red Bull Rampage, founding the FEST Series, devastating injuries, losing close friends, becoming a father, and how… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gp5gzjpscka9rws9/Aggy_alun5.mp3) ## Are you a ‘core’ mountain biker?? - Vital’s Bikes: Unaffiliated Podcast - EP. 12 _2026-08-11 · Vital MTB_ This week, Jason Schroeder, Lars Sternberg, and Shawn Spomer discuss two super serious topics: What does it mean to be a core mountain biker? Do riders care how much their mid- to long-travel bike weighs? Join the podcast discussion - Bikes: Unaffiliated Forum Discussion Digest more of our content - Instagram , YouTube , Facebook [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19628785-are-you-a-core-mountain-biker-vital-s-bikes-unaffiliated-podcast-ep-12.mp3) ## [#197.Vero Sandler | From World Cup Racing to Women's Freeride: Fear, Progression & Finding Balance](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/197vero-sandler-from-world-cup-racing-to-womens-freeride-fear-progression-finding-balance/) _2026-08-04 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ Vero Sandler has become one of the most influential riders in women's freeride mountain biking, but her journey started on the World Cup downhill circuit. In this episode, Vero joins Andrew Neethling to talk about walking away from racing, discovering a passion for freeride, helping pioneer opportunities for women at events like DarkFest and Rampage, and why finding balance has been the key to a… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/54hz9uvfyxtub28u/Vero_87qr3.mp3) ## [#196.Blake Samson: Why He Left GMBN & His Biggest Gamble Yet. From Humble Beginnings to Pro Freerider](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/196blake-samson-why-he-left-gmbn-his-biggest-gamble-yet-from-humble-beginnings-to-pro-freerider/) _2026-07-28 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ Blake Samson has lived a life most riders have never heard about. Before becoming one of mountain biking's most recognisable presenters and content creators, Blake grew up on a farm in Zimbabwe before his family fled the country and started again in England with almost nothing. In this episode we dive into that incredible journey, his rise through professional freeriding, life behind the scenes at… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/xuvtbz9dngygycaz/Blake_Samson7277f.mp3) ## [#195.Clemens "C-Dog" Kaudela | DarkFest, Rampage & Building the Biggest Jumps in Mountain Biking](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/195clemens-c-dog-kaudela-darkfest-rampage-building-the-biggest-jumps-in-mountain-biking/) _2026-07-21 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ Clemens "C-Dog" Kaudela joins the show to share the story behind DarkFest's biggest jumps, his engineering approach to building world-class freeride features, lessons from Rampage, and why big air mountain biking continues to evolve. It's an inside look at one of freeride's most creative minds. Sponsors: Supported by Kenda Tires EU Episode Presented by Monster Energy [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/in87rvwbkhaz26en/C_dog_New_6yb8p.mp3) ## A Sore Ankle, High Security & Inflatable Body Armor - La Thuile & Andorra Recap - B Practice Podcast _2026-07-15 · Vital MTB_ La Thuile and Andorra came and went, and the same names topped the podiums in each category except junior men, which is impressive considering how different the tracks were. The rest of the results sheet, especially in elites, has continued to be a mix up every round. And it shows in the overall standings—points gaps are tight when you get below the top three. It’s going to be an exciting back… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19496368-a-sore-ankle-high-security-inflatable-body-armor-la-thuile-andorra-recap-b-practice-podcast.mp3) ## [#194.Andorra DH Review: Sven Martin on the Brutal Reality of World Cup Racing](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/194andorra-review-sven-martin-on-the-brutal-reality-of-world-cup-racing/) _2026-07-14 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ Jordan Williams continued his incredible form, the level of racing reached new heights, and qualifying proved once again that simply making the finals is becoming one of the toughest challenges in mountain biking. On the women's side, Vali Höll strengthened her grip on the overall, Gracey Hemstreet bounced back with another podium, and Sasha Earnest continued her impressive rise with back-to-back… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/pwpt5cw5jvgkskvn/Andorra_Review_97c1g.mp3) ## The Rise of DJI: From Drones to E-Bikes - B.S. Podcast _2026-07-10 · Vital MTB_ In this episode, Jeff Brines and Charlie Sponsel explore the fascinating history and rapid rise of DJI, the Chinese tech giant known for drones and now e-bikes under the Avinox name. They analyze the cultural, geopolitical, and industrial factors that have shaped DJI's success and its implications for the cycling industry. Jeff and Charlie explore the rapid advancements in e-bike technology, the… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19470733-the-rise-of-dji-from-drones-to-e-bikes-b-s-podcast.mp3) ## [#193. La Thuile DH Review: Confidence, Chaos & Championship Battles with Alan Milway](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/193-la-thuile-review-confidence-chaos-championship-battles-with-alan-milway/) _2026-07-07 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ The La Thuile World Cup delivered one of the most demanding downhill races of the season. Jordan Williams finally claimed his first Elite World Cup victory, Vali Höll returned to the top step, and the depth of the field continues to redefine what it takes just to qualify for a final. This week I'm joined once again by Alan Milway, fresh from the mountain, to break down everything that happened in… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/dchhesan8injpbfc/La_Thuile_a03xo.mp3) ## [#192. Ethan Craik .THE NEXT WORLD CUP STAR? How Ethan Bounced Back From Injury](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/192-ethan-craik-the-next-world-cup-star-how-ethan-bounced-back-from-injury/) _2026-06-30 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ British downhill racer Ethan Craik joins the podcast to share his journey from Junior World Cup Champion to one of the sport's most exciting rising talents. We dive into the injuries that threatened to derail his career, the mindset behind his comeback, life with the SCOTT Downhill Factory Team, and why he believes his best racing is still ahead. A fascinating conversation with a rider who's… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/95yiuyuhpepemcqm/Ethan_bp7qh.mp3) ## [One Cloud, Every AI Layer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/q7X91pmUsTIm) _2026-06-30 · **Sponsored**_ Run agents, inference, and infrastructure on one stack — economics improve as you scale. ## Bar Width, Mountain of Hell, Gearbox Motors - Vital’s Bikes: Unaffiliated Podcast _2026-06-25 · Vital MTB_ Tag along for another decompression conversation, where we chat about the Mountain of Hell mass-start race, Cannondale’s Bad Habit that Jason’s been reviewing, how heavy is too heavy for a trail bike, the subjectiveness of bike setup and what components are ‘good,’ bar width, bar ends, and auto-shifting e-bike gearbox motors. Enjoy! [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19404202-bar-width-mountain-of-hell-gearbox-motors-vital-s-bikes-unaffiliated-podcast.mp3) ## 2-Clicks of Rebound The Wrong Way!! - Lenzerheide Recap - B Practice Podcast _2026-06-24 · Vital MTB_ Four rounds into the 2026 World Cup season, and three B Practice podcasts have been recorded. What’s new? This episode, we get into what Dak’s been messing with, the struggles he had in Leogang, and the strides he made in Lenzerheide. We also spent way too long disputing what should change to make World Cups more engaging and growing. How many times can we talk about the same things? We also cover… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19398790-2-clicks-of-rebound-the-wrong-way-lenzerheide-recap-b-practice-podcast.mp3) ## You Asked. They Answered - Specialized Demo 11 Q&A _2026-06-23 · Vital MTB_ Specialized’s new Demo 11 downhill bike is a certified rocket ship. You don’t need us to tell you that. Jordan Williams, Loic Bruni, and Finn Iles have proven the platform's abilities over the past three years of development and this year two World Cup DH wins have been nabbed aboard the production version. The problem may be that it's complex, heavy and priced much higher than other DH bikes.… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19392365-you-asked-they-answered-specialized-demo-11-q-a.mp3) ## [#191.Lenzerheide DH Review: Finn Delivers Again & Anna's Fairytale Win with Wyn Masters](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/191lenzerheide-dh-review-finn-delivers-again-annas-fairytale-win-with-wyn-masters/) _2026-06-23 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ The 2026 World Cup Downhill season rolled into Lenzerheide, and once again the Swiss classic delivered some of the tightest racing of the year. Wyn Masters joins me for another edition of Bench Racing as we break down Finn Iles' second consecutive World Cup victory, Anna Newkirk's incredible journey from privateer racer to World Cup winner, and a race where the smallest mistakes carried massive… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/rxvafrbc3xbtvsx7/Lenz_Review_9arma.mp3) ## [#190. Leogang DH Review: Finn's Return, Asa's Scare & Championship Momentum with Ed Masters](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/190-leogang-dh-review-finns-return-asas-scare-championship-momentum-with-ed-masters/) _2026-06-15 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ Leogang delivered exactly what Leogang always seems to deliver: mud, mayhem and unforgettable racing. Ed Masters joins me on Bench Racing to unpack Finn Iles' emotional return to World Cup victory, the wild conditions that caught out some of the sport's biggest names, and the performances that could shape the rest of the 2026 season. From championship implications to race-winning mindset, we break… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/w92f4e36t2cq9q55/Leogang_Review_7u60c.mp3) ## From Loudenvielle to Leogang - B Practice Podcast Analysis _2026-06-08 · Vital MTB_ Loudenvielle came and went, and unfortunately our dude Dak didn't make it in the night show. That's racing. The good news is his setup is trending towards the bullseye. After a week off lapping in Schladming, it's time to get back on the horse and head to Leogang. We figured most people already got their fix of post-race highlights from Loudenvielle, so we focused most on Dak's thoughts on the… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19316085-from-loudenvielle-to-leogang-b-practice-podcast-analysis.mp3) ## Your Mid-Week MTB Decompression - Vital’s ‘bikes: unaffiliated’ Podcast _2026-06-03 · Vital MTB_ Join us on an unscripted, unaffiliated podcast journey where we discuss various hot takes from the Loudenvielle DH World Cup, risk vs. reward in DH racing, the Hot Laps event in Washington, how to hit berms better, why Enduro World Cups are dying a slow death and why that doesn’t actually matter for the sport of enduro, and a bunch of other MTB-related nonsense. Enjoy! Bikes' Unaffiliated forum… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19290791-your-mid-week-mtb-decompression-vital-s-bikes-unaffiliated-podcast.mp3) ## [#189. Loudenvielle DH Review: Lucas Shaw's Long-Awaited Breakthrough & World Cup Chaos with Sven Martin](https://movingtheneedle.podbean.com/e/189-loudenvielle-dh-review-lucas-shaws-long-awaited-breakthrough-world-cup-chaos-with-sven-martin/) _2026-06-03 · MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast_ The 2026 World Cup Downhill season rolled into France for Round 2, and Loudenvielle delivered one of the most unpredictable races we've seen in years. Photographer and World Cup insider Sven Martin joins me for another edition of Bench Racing as we break down a weekend defined by blown-out conditions, huge crashes, surprise results, and a long-awaited first World Cup victory for Lucas Shaw. We… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/qtkammhxmsnbnmj7/Loudenvielle_74097.mp3) ## JORDI CORTES - 17 Questions _2026-05-29 · Vital MTB_ See more 17 Questions videos - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiDwPfY-lhwLORXY7C8mhKi-BtWbmxXO Influencer, internet personality, FOX suspension guru, and Greg Minnaar’s #1 emotional support human, Jordie Cortes rips through a classic 17 Questions. (minus one) [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19260236-jordi-cortes-17-questions.mp3) ## [Stocks ranked by what execs say (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/o12hYTM28POW) _2026-05-29 · **Sponsored**_ Evidence-backed watchlists from earnings calls and filings, cited to real transcripts—not guesses. ## Developing A Mountain Bike at 19 - Arid Cycles Founder Ethan Eggert | Vital's Bikes: Unaffiliated Podcast _2026-05-26 · Vital MTB_ This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Ethan Eggert, the founder of Arid Cycles, to discuss how he’s managed to create his own mountain bike in only a few years without any financial help or a traditional background in bike development. It’s a really cool story that shows how no idea is too big with some ingenuity and persistence. What has transpired is the Spade model, a very intriguing… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/78237/episodes/19245243-developing-a-mountain-bike-at-19-arid-cycles-founder-ethan-eggert-vital-s-bikes-unaffiliated-podcast.mp3)