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Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast

Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast

By: Dan & Sage
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Join us on the fastest growing best mountain bike podcast! We’re talking all things MTB including mindset, riding tips, technique, nutrition, gratitude, gear, trails, fitness, training and much more! Mountain biking is awesome and you are unlimited! If you love riding, you’re in the right place! We love bikes, you love bikes. Let’s drop in!Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • The MTB Upgrade Trap: Are Expensive Bike Parts Actually Worth It? [RNL Quick Rip]

    The MTB Upgrade Trap: Are Expensive Bike Parts Actually Worth It? [RNL Quick Rip]
    Apr 1 2026

    Aluminum vs. carbon mountain bikes—frames and wheels—sparks a lively debate in this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast. We break down which MTB components, suspension, and bike upgrades are actually worth the money, and whether modern budget bike parts, derailleurs, and aluminum rims perform just as well as the more expensive carbon options. From carbon vs aluminum frames and wheels to Kashima coated suspension and asking why pro downhill racers run aluminum rims, we dig into the real performance differences and where your MTB dollars matter most.

    What do you think—which mountain bike upgrades are truly worth it and which are just hype? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

    Links:

    Rockshox – https://www.instagram.com/rockshox Fox – https://www.instagram.com/fox Pro Downhill Series – https://www.instagram.com/prodownhillseries Ibis Cycles – https://www.instagram.com/ibiscycles I9 Hubs – https://www.instagram.com/industry_nine Hope Hubs – https://www.instagram.com/hopetech

    The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/V7_ytqLMJQ0

    The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

    #MTB #MountainBike #MTBPodcast #MTBtips
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    25 mins
  • Move Over MTB Climbers? Downhill Flow vs Uphill Effort: Who Gets the Trail? [RNL Quick Rip]

    Move Over MTB Climbers? Downhill Flow vs Uphill Effort: Who Gets the Trail? [RNL Quick Rip]
    Mar 25 2026

    Who really has the right of way on mountain bike trails—climbers or downhill riders? In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we debate classic MTB trail etiquette, the long-standing rule that downhill riders yield to uphill riders, and whether that rule still makes sense on modern mountain bike trails and flowy descents. We dive into real riding scenarios—technical climbs, ripping downhills, trail karma, faster riders catching up, and even the special case of eMTBs.

    What do you think—should downhill riders finally get the right of way, or should climbers always have priority? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

    Links:

    Chet Roy – https://www.instagram.com/ChetRoy1 Thomas – https://www.instagram.com/all_terrain_thomas Jeff Winsor – https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20 Rob Drew – https://www.instagram.com/therobdrew

    The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/_UYFmC_yIpI

    The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

    #MTB #MountainBike #MTBPodcast #MTBtips
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    19 mins
  • MTB Traction Secrets, Rut Tracks, Crash Lessons and Slaying Trails Over 50! [RNL S2, Ep 42]

    MTB Traction Secrets, Rut Tracks, Crash Lessons and Slaying Trails Over 50! [RNL S2, Ep 42]
    Mar 18 2026
    Hit the "Rut Track" with the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast as we break down mountain bike technique, learning to trust your tires, and the powerful MTB lessons that translate directly to trail riding. We also dive into unnecessary pressure riders put on themselves, Strava expectations, and why mountain biking at 50+ can still be your strongest, most progressive riding years. From crashes, confidence, and traction control to mindset, benefits of aging, MTB progression, and riding for fun—not numbers—this episode is packed with mountain bike tips, training insights, and real rider perspective. Plus we talk Pinkbike fails, TrailSage Bloopers, and our upcoming “Ride & Laugh Across America” MTB road trip. Have you ridden a Rut Track (do you want to)? Do you put pressure on yourself to hit certain ride stats? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com MTB Gratitude of the Week: Sage: Ethan Hens - Sage is grateful for his buddy Ethan—young, super talented, and always pushing the progression. Riding the MTB rut track for the first time opened Sage’s eyes to new mountain bike skills, traction control, and cornering technique. Learning to trust the tires, lean into the ruts, and flow through steep turns was a huge breakthrough. Proof that riding with skilled friends is one of the best ways to improve your MTB skills and confidence on the trail! https://www.instagram.com/hensmtb/ Dan: Jake Robertson- Dan appreciates an awesome email from listener Jake, who shared how much he enjoys the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast. Even cooler, Jake took the time to send a ton of mountain bike trail recommendations, ride details, links, and local insights for our upcoming Ride & Laugh Across America MTB Road Trip. The MTB community is incredible, and support like this makes the journey even more exciting. Thanks Jake—we can’t wait to hit those trails! https://www.instagram.com/jake_robertson/ MTB Tip of the Week: Want better MTB cornering and traction? Do your braking before the turn. If you brake while turning your mountain bike, you’ll often lose traction and control. Instead, slow down before the corner, keep the wheels rolling through the turn, then accelerate out for smooth flow and maximum grip. This simple mountain bike technique will help you corner faster, ride smoother, and stay in control on the trail. Featured Riders: Chris Huffmire – https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnke Jeff Winsor – https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20 Rob Drew – https://www.instagram.com/therobdrew MTB Q&A – https://www.instagram.com/mtb_qa Steve at BentSpokesMTB – https://www.instagram.com/bentspokesmtb Dan Ackerman – https://www.instagram.com/danackerman8 Vaughn – https://www.instagram.com/v.spencer_mtb Braydon Bringhurst – https://www.instagram.com/braydonbringhurst Arturo – https://www.instagram.com/byclas_mtb Additional Links: SoMo Short Bus Shuttle https://www.facebook.com/1ShortBus4James Pinkbike – https://www.instagram.com/pinkbike Strava – https://www.instagram.com/strava Parks & Rec – https://www.instagram.com/parksandrec HoverAir X1 Pro – https://www.instagram.com/hoverair_global DJI Neo 2 – https://www.instagram.com/dji The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/eOAcI9I3H2M The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com. #MTB #MountainBike #MTBPodcast #MTBtips
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