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The Path Bike Shop Podcast

Tani Walling

Tani, Auk, and the occasional guest talk all things mountain biking!

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01:04:00

Organ Recitals and the New Pivot Shuttle LT - The...

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2026/02/11

This episode goes to 11, Spinal Tap style! Tani and Auk breakdown the new Pivot Shuttle LT and continue their discussion on the Rallon RS. Tani talks pain threshold when elaborating on the kidney stone he's dealing with. Also, there's a clean up day in the Santa Anas coming up and a shop ride at Luiseno Bike Park in San Diego! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #podcast #bikelife #bike #bikelover #localtrails #santaanamountains #bikeclub #orbea

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43:09

Introducing the Orbea Rallon RS - The Path Bike Shop...

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2026/01/27

On this episode we welcome our friend Garren from Orbea to introduce the new Rallon RS. This new model is a different kind of E-bike that as Tani states, answers questions that people are even asking yet! Auk compares the RS to the invention of the iPad and he is spot on. Come take a spin with us! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #podcast #bikelife #bike #bikelover #localtrails #santaanamountains #bikeclub #orbea Check out The Path Bike Shop

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53:24

The Santa Ana Mountains, Vision Quest and The...

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2026/01/14

In this episode we are joined by local legend, Darshan of The Warrior's Society. He sits down with Tani and Auk to talk about the Santa Ana Mountains, the grueling club ride known as The Vision Quest and doing trailwork all over the range to bring back some killer trails. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #podcast #bikelife #bike #bikelover #localtrails #santaanamountains #warriorssociety #visionquest #bikeclub #santiagopeak #modjeska Check out

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53:28

Tire Talk, The Revolver and a Crappy Ride - The Path...

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2025/12/24

In this jam packed episode the boys are joined by Shop Manager Jeff to talk tires, having a rad quiver and recounting his recent trip to Pacifica for some epic riding! Also, Auk tells the tale of the crappy ride they recently had in the Santa Ana Mountains and Tani is real fired up on the new Norco Revolver. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #konabikes #wahwahpedals #dailycommuter #podcastdeal #podcast #bikelife #bike #bikelover #localtrails

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58:28

Kook or Core? - The Path Bike Shop Podcast

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2025/12/10

In this episode the boys tackle the important questions, is that Kook or Core, are SL E-bikes are dead and what's the difference between the Push Nine One and the Fox Podium forks? Tani and Auk also go over trailwork days, online deals and get in the mood for the annual Holiday Lights ride from the shop. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #konabikes #wahwahpedals #dailycommuter #podcastdeal #podcast #bikelife #bike #bikelover #localtrails #ssb

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56:49

The Legal 32er and Second Guessing Pinkbike on the...

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2025/11/26

In this episode the fellas go hard on the nine one fork and the Pinkbike review of it, questioning their take. Tani and Auk also discuss the the 32er being legal (again), bar compliance versus vibration damping and upcoming shop events. Plus Tani reveals a second podcast giveaway! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #konabikes #wahwahpedals #dailycommuter #podcastdeal #podcast #bikelife #bike #bikelover #localtrails Check out The Path Bike Shop

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01:07:44

Mechanical Insights and Tips with Drew from The Path...

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2025/11/05

In this episode the boys are joined by Drew from The Path and he shares some insights and tips on how to keep your biking running best. Also, Auk shares the stoke with Drew on being a daily commuter and Tani breaks down the finer points of break bleeding and service. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #konabikes #wahwahpedals #dailycommuter #podcastdeal #podcast #bikelife #bike #bikelover #localtrails Check out The Path Bike Shop website:

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42:05

The Path Bike Shop Podcast - Santa Cruz Skitch, Wolf...

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2025/10/22

Roll out with us for this podcast because the boys have the downlow info on the new Wolf Tooth pedals, the new Continental XC tires and the Santa Cruz Skitch. Auk also has some etiquette tips and Tani muses over the radness of the Zinn and Faction 32ers. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #santacruzbicycles #wolftooth #continentaltires

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01:04:55

32er Controversy and Drooling Over The Orbea Rallon -...

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2025/10/08

The new Orbea Rallon is out and the boys are eager to break it down! Also in this episode Tani compares some of the different features on the different anti-kick back devices and talk about who might benefit from them. And Auk asks if 32" tires will destroy the world of biking. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #orbea #moab #pivot Check out The Path Bike Shop website: https://www.thepathbikeshop.com/ Follow The Path on Instagram: /

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53:34

Flex and Mechanical Steering Trail - The Path Bike...

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2025/09/24

In this episode Tani and Auk take a deep dive into flex and mechanical steering trail. The boys also talked about rider effort and e-bike range and answer the question, if you pedal harder are you going to get more range? #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #pivotcycles #invertedfork Check out The Path Bike Shop website: https://www.thepathbikeshop.com/ Follow The Path on Instagram: / thepathbikeshop Subscribe to our weekly newsletter:

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58:05

Thank You For Being Part of My Development - The Path...

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2025/09/03

n this episode Tani and Auk review the new Pivot Shuttle AM Team XX AXS, explain how inverted forks work and discuss the paradigm shift of compact geometry. Also, Tani tells a story about helping a customer service Rep with their development. mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #pivotshuttle #pivotcycles #invertedfork Check out The Path Bike Shop website: https://www.thepathbikeshop.com/ Follow The Path on Instagram: / thepathbikeshop

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57:57

Peace and Quiet on a Single Speed

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2025/08/20

A little peace and quiet on the bike is always a rad thing! In this episode, Auk recaps his Mammoth family trip and talks about his single speed fantasy, Tani recounts a story of why it's best to buy from your local Shop and the boys also breakdown the Push Nine One Fork. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #mammothmountain #maxxistire

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01:18:16

Zen and The Art of Pedal Positioning - The Path Bike...

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2025/08/06

In this episode Tani and Auk are joined by Erik Bruner who is coming off his trip to Whistler. The boys go deep on pedal positioning, finiding the right tires for the right conditions and talk about the new Santa Cruz Vala alloy frames. Erik also answers some quick fire questions and gives us some tips and tricks when traveling to Whistler. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #santacruz #whistler

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55:09

Trail Dust, Push Nine One Fork and The 32er

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2025/07/23

Are you forking kidding me? In this episode the the boys breakdown the new Push One Nine inverted forks and geek out on the BMC XC Prototype 32er. Tani goes into the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, gives us a sneak peak on the Bosch 100Nm motor and Auk provides us some insight on his preferred riding vest for those long days on the trail. And finally, did we mention that The Path has the new Pivot Phoenix Frames in stock! Let’s roll! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba

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01:11:39

Inverted Forks and a Fresh Take on Saddle Height...

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2025/07/09

In this episode Tani and Auk talk about the advantages inverted forks and how they respond. Then the boys take a deeper dive into crank lengths and how that ratio is relative to the height of your saddle position for an optimal setup. And as always you local listeners are invited to the local shop rides! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #bosch #boschmotors #santacruzbicycles #mondrakerbikes #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #thepathbikeshop #fox

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55:33

Front Center Rear Center Ratio - The Path Bike Shop...

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2025/06/25

In this episode Tani and Auk crunch the numbers to calculate the right ratio to get rad! The boys talk chainstay length, braking points, break down racing styles and give you the lowdown on some of the hot bikes at the shop. Auk discusses running out of battery on the Palm Canyon Epic and his progression through recent crashes. Also, Tani talks about his favorite downhill game to play on the trails. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #bosch #boschmotors #transitionbikes #santacruzbicycles

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54:06

Flow Account Overdraft and new Wireless XTR - The...

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2025/06/11

Tani and Auk are right... There is no better time to be a mountain biker! In this episode, the boys recap the Bike and BBQ event at the shop, the opening of all the local bike parks and take a deep dive into the new wireless Shimano XTR components! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #bosch #boschmotors #transitionbikes #mondrakerbikes #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #shimano #XTR #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride #thepathbikeshop #smoqued #bbq

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01:05:55

The Hills Are Alive With The Sound Of Mountain Bikes...

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2025/05/28

The hills are alive with the awesome sounds of mountain bikers shredding! In this episode, Tani and Auk share their stoke for the simple things, like tires thumping over sections of trail, proper breathing techniques while riding, and those split seconds before a crash. They also cover shop news, including new Mondraker and Kona bike arrivals and our annual Bikes and BBQ event, catered by Smoqued California BBQ! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #bosch #boschmotors #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #konabikes

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01:12:14

A Life Behind (Handle) Bars - The Path Bike Shop Podcast

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2025/05/14

Tani and Auk are in breakdown mode this episode. Auk is still reeling from his local mountain trails and Tani talks about handlebars and how different rises and widths make for different rider experiences. The boys also discuss the Bullit, Maven brakes, SL Motors and shop news, including the return of shop rides!

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58:04

Who's The Bosch? - The Path Bike Shop Podcast

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2025/05/01

Get your motors running! On this episode Tani and Auk welcome Brian from Bosch to talk about the new motor. Bosch’s bike devision is made for riders by riders. Take a listen as Bryan breaks down Bosch's new industry leading motor. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #bosch #boschmotors #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #lovethebikeyouride #thepathbikeshop

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