Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast

55:03

MTB Flow State vs. The Zone! Cornering Tips Tested,...

Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast ·

2026/10/07

Cornering tips tested at the bike park! We put berm techniques like strong legs, eyes up, braking control, and “moon the berm” to the test while breaking down what we look for in a pre-ride. Dan takes on the jumps at Big Bear/Snow Summit Bike Park, shares lessons from a pre-ride crash, and talks about getting aggressively centered, building confidence, and putting his jump skills to work. We debate the difference between true Flow State and being “In the Zone,” then dive into wall rides, drops,

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59:21

Ride Like It's Done! MTB Confidence vs Skill, B-Rage,...

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2026/09/30

Refine your MTB visualization technique and unlock new levels of confidence on the trail! We discuss positive self-talk, confidence vs. skill, front vs. rear braking, and riding with certainty. Minds are blown watching Mark Matthews take on the insane B-Rage Sesh in Norway and listening to Wes Sends calmly talk his way through The Railyard MTB Park!We also break down MTB nutrition, diet, fueling vs. fitness, and how healthy eating, fasting, exercise, and an active lifestyle can help you feel

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59:26

Enter MTB Flow State, eMTB vs Analog, MTB Age Limits,...

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2026/09/23

eMTB vs. analog, finding the MTB flow state, and why getting older isn’t a limitation; it’s a source of wisdom! Dan and Sage dig into how to enter flow on the mountain bike, trust your skills, stay present, and keep progressing at any age without putting unnecessary pressure on yourself. We also talk about MTB progression, clipless pedals, being dynamic on the bike, music on the trails, and why challenge and progression can look completely different from rider to rider. Plus, Dan may have

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56:48

Fat Adapted vs High Carb, MTB Weight Loss, Les Gets...

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2026/09/16

Want to lose weight, get stronger, and climb your MTB faster? We dive into MTB weight loss and management, high-carb fueling versus becoming fat-adapted, and practical mountain bike climbing tips to help you ride stronger and feel better on the bike and in life. We also tackle the pain cave vs. cramping, overcoming fear after crashes, improving climbing fitness, breathing and heart-rate control, and whether you really need all those gels and sports drinks. Plus, we talk about the wild Les Gets DH

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55:08

MTB Corning Tips that Work! Ride Skinnies for...

Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast ·

2026/09/09

Want to corner your mountain bike faster, smoother, and with more confidence? We test a pro-level MTB cornering tip from Slanted Ground MTB - and it works! We break down steering from the rear wheel, shifting your hips, braking less, and getting more dynamic on the bike to improve cornering, flow, and control.We also explore the benefits of riding MTB skinnies, drawing from Dean Tennant MTB videos, including balance, commitment, eyes-up riding, bike-body separation, and whether those skills

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22:00

Crush MTB Climbs! How to Push Through Mental and...

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2026/09/02

The MTB Pain Cave is real! We’re sharing mountain bike climbing tips for managing the mental and physical fatigue that hits during max-effort MTB climbs, tough trails, and steep mountains - when your brain says “STOP!” but you want to reach the top. Learn how to use positive self-talk, mini-goals, motivation, mindset, music, and powerful belief systems to push past limits, finish tough climbs, and become a stronger, fitter, tougher mountain biker. Plus, we dive into our favorite motivational riding

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59:36

MTB Jump Tip That Works! Plus eMTB Seduction, Social...

Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast ·

2026/08/26

This week on the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we share an MTB jump tip that immidiately worked for Dan, plus a powerful reminder to focus on thoughts that make you feel good; because MTB progression isn’t linear! We dive into MTB mindset, mental health, social media breaks, intuition, confidence, and positive self-talk, including why you should “rehearse success, not disaster” both on the bike and in life. We also talk single-speed MTB suffering, eMTBs, bike choice, MTB tires, CushCore, trail

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59:13

Call it a Comeback! Hidden Benefits of MTB Injury...

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2026/08/19

In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we explore the MTB redemption arc; finding appreciation after injury, learning the lessons life is providing for us, and discovering how tough rides and setbacks can build confidence, gratitude, and resilience.We also debate the best way to train cardio for mountain biking: is an indoor trainer and structured FTP training more effective, or does riding a road/gravel bike build better fitness and dynamic bike-handling skills for the MTB

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56:24

Are You Over-Biked? MTB Suspension Travel and Sage’s...

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2026/08/12

How much suspension travel do we REALLY need on a mountain bike? Dan and Sage dive into the “over-biked” debate, asking whether less suspension travel can actually mean more fun, more responsiveness, and a more dynamic riding experience. Plus, Sage reveals his new “back tire steering/turning” technique - using the rear wheel like a rudder to help change direction - and wants to know: is this actually a thing?!The guys also talk MTB jump technique, body position, short-travel trail bikes, airbag

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58:09

Does Crashing NEED to be Part of Mountain Biking? MTB...

Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast ·

2026/08/05

Do mountain bikers NEED to crash to improve, or can the right MTB skills, coaching, and trail intuition help prevent serious injuries? In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, Dan and Sage dive into the hidden lessons, gratitude, confidence, and personal growth that come from returning to the trails after an MTB injury. Join us as we discuss eMTB progression, whether a coil shock upgrade is worth it, MTB torque specs, loose cranks, creative ways to level up on familiar trails, and why

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18:05

Mountain Biking Will Change Your Life! Adventure,...

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2026/07/29

Whether you're mountain bike curious or already obsessed, this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast dives into the many reasons to start mountain biking and why MTB is one of the most rewarding hobbies on the planet. We explore the incredible benefits of mountain biking—from fitness, confidence, adventure, travel, and mental health to trail progression, bike parks, eMTBs, and the amazing MTB community that keeps us coming back for more. Dan and Sage share their mountain biking origin

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61:37

Stop Overthinking MTB Features! Trail Intuition and...

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2026/07/22

Ride new trail features with confidence as we dive into trail intuition, flow state, and when to trust your first instinct instead of stopping to overthink every obstacle. We also break down technical mountain bike climbing, covering gear selection, traction, high vs. low cadence, lifts, logovers, and the J-hop technique to help you conquer more technical terrain. Along the way, we debate what to call a group of mountain bikers, share mindset hacks for building confidence on the trail, and explore

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62:08

Ride With Certainty! The MTB Mindset That Unlocks...

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2026/07/15

Ride with certainty, not doubt, and learn how to tune into your bike, body, and the trail instead of distracting thoughts when tackling difficult MTB features, technical climbs, jumps, and new trail sections. In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into MTB mindset, confidence, visualization, flow state, body awareness, muscle activation, coaching, and trusting your skills so you can ride with more control, fun, and progression. We also talk about the difference between

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58:19

MTB Progress Stalled? The Hidden Power of Variety and...

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2026/07/08

Mountain bike progression isn't linear—and the secret to riding with more confidence, flow, and fun is embracing variety while letting go of pressure and expectations. In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we share MTB skills, jump tips, mindset coaching, confidence builders, and why trusting the process on the trail (and in life) leads to your biggest breakthroughs. We also dive into skinnies, BC Bike Race (XC Racing!), baking soda for endurance, DIY hydration drinks, dangerous trail

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63:52

Break Your MTB Progression Plateau! Dave Davidson's...

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2026/07/01

Ready to break through your mountain bike progression plateau? This week on the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we're joined by Dave Davidson of MTB Academy to dive into MTB skills, mobility, mindset, body positioning, confidence, flow state, cornering, jumping, and the movement patterns that help riders progress faster and ride with more freedom. Learn why hip mobility, core activation, and functional movement matter more than simply copying faster riders, plus Dave's powerful 4-step progression

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59:03

Just Get Into It! Turn MTB Frustration Into Flow,...

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2026/06/24

Train smarter, ride with more flow, and discover why sometimes less is more on the mountain bike and in life! In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into MTB fitness, climbing motivation, mental focus, confidence, and how letting go of fear can unlock your skills and help you ride more centered and faster. We also talk jump technique, technical descending, MTB imposter syndrome, eMTB progression, CushCore tire inserts, hydration packs vs hip packs, and using faster riders as

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56:00

Anything Is Possible! MTB Visualization, Confidence...

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2026/06/17

Mountain biking is the perfect sport to prove that anything is possible, and this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast explores the mindset shifts that turn fear into confidence and help riders trust their skills. "Know thyself" doesn't mean avoiding progression—it means knowing exactly when to push limits, let go of pressure, and ride with flow. We talk MTB visualization, jump progression, technical trail riding, moto vs. mountain biking, intuition, and why speaking with confidence in the

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23:48

MTB Confidence Crisis! Trust Your Skills, Ride With...

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2026/06/10

Are you letting mountain bike imposter syndrome steal your confidence? In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into why your worth has nothing to do with your skill level and why your crashes, mistakes, and failures do NOT define you as a rider—or as a person.We explore mountain biking confidence, fear, comparison, progression, mindset, riding with faster riders, and the Ride & Laugh mantra: "The Skills Are In There." Learn how to trust your abilities, stack wins, lean into

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34:37

First Dirt Bike Ride! How Moto Can Push MTB Limits,...

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2026/06/03

What happens when a mountain biker tries moto/dirt bike training for the very first time? This episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast dives into MTB mindset, overcoming fear and resistance, flow state riding, group ride pressure, and how trusting yourself on the trail can completely change your riding experience.Dan shares lessons from his first moto training session, the guys discuss comparison and peer validation in mountain biking, and Dan tells the painful story of losing his brand-new DJI

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60:56

MTB Skills - Better Jumping, More Flow and The Rise...

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2026/05/27

MTB technique, fear vs. excitement, and trusting your skills — this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast is packed with mountain bike progression, mindset shifts, jumping tips, and aggressive riding confidence! The guys discuss elbows out riding position, bunny hop/J-hop practice, staying dynamic on the bike, and how “just get into it” applies both on the trail and in life. Dan shares breakthroughs practicing downhill MTB skills on his eMTB, while Sage talks modern vs. older mountain bike

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