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Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast

Downtime isn’t just another mountain bike podcast. It’s THE podcast for those who live and breathe gravity riding. Whether you’re chasing podiums or simply pushing your own limits on the trail, Downtime is your essential source for staying ahead of the curve. Downtime connects you with the key figures from the gravity community – the athletes pushing the limits, the mechanics wrenching on the fastest bikes, the industry insiders driving innovation. We bring you their perspectives and expertise,

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1:05:22

Is Enduro Still On Track? How Is the Season Unfolding?

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/24

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 is back to discuss what went on in Loudenvielle and Leogang. Hear which top rider nearly didn’t make it to the first stage in Leogang, which rider has reverted to singing songs to calm the mood and who should we be watching out from from the upcoming crop of young, talented enduro racers. We’ll also discuss our thoughts on the sneak peak of Warner

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1:02:58

Val di Sole 2025 – Post-Race Show

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/22

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 listening, that means that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, we'll be bringing you analysis and insights that you won’t hear elsewhere. However, as you probably know, the mountain bike industry isn’t in a great place right now and

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57:48

Nina Hoffmann: Down, But Definitely Not Out

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/17

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 race we went to their office in Mondsee to record an episode with their supported athlete, Nina Hoffmann, in front of the BOA team. I want to say a huge thanks to BOA for inviting me over, it was great to meet the whole team and inspiring to see the focus and attention to detail that goes into the design of every product that features a BOA dial. After

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49:08

Val di Sole 2025 – Pre-Race Show

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/16

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 means that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, we'll be bringing you analysis and insights that you won’t hear elsewhere. However, as you probably know, the mountain bike industry isn’t in a great place right now and as a result,

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1:13:41

Hattie Harnden: Even the Best Can Get Better

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/10

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 dive into what drove that move and how it’s played out so far. Hear how Hattie’s adapted to a bike that’s wildly different from anything she’s ridden before, and how she’s found even more speed by refining her technique. Hattie shares the highs and lows of racing, the pressure of media attention, and what it feels like to finally belong. This is a raw,

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1:19:22

Leogang 2025 – Post-Race Show

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/08

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 listening, that means that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, we'll be bringing you analysis and insights that you won’t hear elsewhere. However, as you probably know, the mountain bike industry isn’t in a great place right now and as a

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1:07:24

Loudenvielle 2025 – Post-Race Show

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/03

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 listening, that means that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, we'll be bringing you analysis and insights that you won’t hear elsewhere. However, as you probably know, the mountain bike industry isn’t in a great place right now and

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1:05:47

Why Cotic’s New eBike Is Causing a Stir

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/06/03

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 eBike. It’s a bold move from a small, steel-focused brand known for doing things differently, and it’s certainly ruffled a few feathers. We dig into the design process, the engineering challenges, what made Cy take the leap into e-bikes and the thinking behind some of the key design decisions. We also chat about Cotic’s fresh new branding, what it

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34:30

Leogang 2025 – Pre-Race Show

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2025/06/02

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 that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, we'll be bringing you analysis and insights that you won’t hear elsewhere. However, as you probably know, the mountain bike industry isn’t in a great place right now and as a result, this

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1:16:35

Enduro Is Back, Is It Bigger and Better Than Ever?

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/05/27

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 sport, and we’re here for it. In this episode, I’m joined by Greg Callaghan and Morgane Charre, two riders who’ve been at the sharp end of Enduro racing for years, to dig into the first two rounds of the 2025 EDR season.We’re talking big changes: the return of two-day racing, a fresh energy in the pits, and a crop of new talent shaking things up. Greg

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47:33

Loudenvielle 2025 – Pre-Race Show

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/05/26

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 means that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, we'll be bringing you analysis and insights that you won’t hear elsewhere. However, as you probably know, the mountain bike industry isn’t in a great place right now and as a result,

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1:26:45

Bielsko-Biala, Poland 2025 – Post-Race Show

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/05/20

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 listening, that means that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, we'll be bringing you analysis and insights that you won’t hear elsewhere. However, as you probably know, the mountain bike industry isn’t in a great place right now and as a

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1:23:23

Secrets of Suspension Tuning with Mark Fitzsimmons

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/05/20

Mark Fitzsimmons has been shaping how mountain bikes ride for decades. From his early days in customer support to developing cutting-edge suspension at RockShox and FOX, he’s worked with the world’s fastest riders and the best teams in the business. In this episode, Mark shares hard-earned wisdom on suspension tuning, what really makes suspension work, why building trust with athletes matters, and the habits that lead to long-term success both on and off the bike. Whether you're chasing podiums

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1:22:32

From the Fundamentals to the World’s Fastest:...

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/05/13

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 work has helped define the global standards we see today. We dig into how modern coaching has evolved, how elite-level riders are pushing the limits, and what we can learn from the way the best in the world ride.From coaching kids to helping World Cup athletes rider faster more consistently, Paul shares powerful insights on technique, bike setup, and

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Bielsko-Biala, Poland 2025 – Pre-Race Show

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2025/05/12

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 you’re listening, that means that like me, you probably LOVE the sport and want to know as much as possible about what’s going on. That’s exactly what we are here to do. Throughout the season, I’ll be joined by Chris for the pre-race and ex-racers and team managers Neko Mulally and Olly Morris for the post-race debrief. We’ll be doing our best to bring

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1:04:42

Building Canyon’s Fastest Bike Yet : The New Sender

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2025/05/06

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 design a World Cup winning bike. From sketchbook to the start gate, Jan takes us inside the high-stakes world of bike development. We talk about the evolution of Canyon’s downhill platform, the wild insights from their Mule test bike, and the delicate dance between anti-rise, pedal kickback, and speed generation. You’ll hear how rider feedback, innovative

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1:01:26

Troy Brosnan: New Bikes and New Beginnings

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/04/29

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 physical demands of racing at the highest level, and Troy shares what it really takes to stay at the top, from endless bike testing and tuning, to adapting to wild race conditions. We talk about pushing comfort zones at events like Hardline Tasmania, the challenges and rewards of switching to a new bike, and how technology is shaping the future of the

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1:13:25

State of World Cup DH and Enduro: Downtime Debrief Ep.1

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/04/24

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 I’ve been racing downhill alongside for the last two seasons. For 2025, things are shifting a bit. Our race plans are heading in different directions, and we wanted to create space to talk about more than just our own racing. So four times throughout the year, we’ll be getting together to chat about bikes. Whether that’s our own racing, world cup drama,

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1:00:56

World Cup 2025: What to Expect with Chris Kilmurray

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/04/22

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 Cup season. We’re talking preseason prep, the role of health and performance testing, and why team camps matter more than ever. Chris shares his take on the new World Cup format, the rise of AI in training, and the logistical battles that teams face behind the scenes. We also cover the real risks of injury, how riders adapt to new bikes, and what it

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1:13:13

Moto Legend, MTB Talent – The Wonderful World of Mani...

Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast ·

2025/04/15

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 absolute machine on a dirt bike. But that’s not the whole story.Mani’s also a huge fan of mountain biking and absolutely shreds. He’s raced eEDR, and is no slouch on a downhill bike. In this episode, we chat about how his moto skills transfer to MTB, what it would take for him to line up at a World Cup downhill, and why e-bikes are putting a massive

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