Downtime - The Mountain Bike Podcast

This week, I’m joined by Sven Martin, arguably the best known photographer of the modern era. We met up after the Les Gets race weekend to find out more about Sven’s career, and what it takes to succeed as a mountain bike photographer in 2019. We discuss kit recommendations, the differences for him between EWS and downhill race weeks, as well as chatting about the state of the sport, including his thoughts on doping and some of the sports biggest talents. This episode of the podcast is supported by Komoot, a route planning and navigation app that’s actually designed to work for Mountain Biking, and they have a totally FREE offer for you! With Komoot you can create routes on your phone or your computer, and take them offline so you don’t even need a phone signal. Komoot does the hard work so you can enjoy your ride. As a Downtime listener, Komoot are offering you a free regional map bundle of your choice, all you need to do is head to komoot.com/g or click here and use the code DOWNTIME. The offer is open until the end of August 2019, so give it a go. This episode of the podcast is also supported by We Are One Composites. I’ve been using their Agent 29er wheels, and I’m a big fan! Check out their range at weareonecomposites.com and listeners get 15% off stock (non-custom build) Movement and Revolution wheels, and the new Da Package bar and stem, until the end of July 2019 using the code ‘Downtime15’ at the checkout. You can follow Sven on Instagram @svenmartinphoto or follow @squidsontour The bags that Sven mentioned are from www.shimodadesigns.com If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Sven Martin

This week, I’m joined by one of the most promising up and coming riders of this generation, Vali Höll. Since Vali hit the world cup scene, she’s taken the junior women’s category by storm and until Fort William this year had never finished any lower than first. We sat down at the Les Gets world cup to chat about how she got into riding, beating boys at her first races, getting sponsored, racing with her heroes, injury and much more. This episode of the podcast is supported by Komoot, a route planning and navigation app that’s actually designed to work for Mountain Biking! You can create routes on your phone or your computer, and take them offline so you don’t even need a phone signal. Komoot does the hard work so you can enjoy your ride. As a Downtime listener, Komoot are offering you a free regional map bundle of your choice, all you need to do is head to komoot.com/g or click here and use the code DOWNTIME. The offer is open until the end of August 2019, so give it a go. This episode of the podcast is also supported by We Are One Composites. I’ve been using their Agent 29er wheels, and I’m a big fan! Check out their range at weareonecomposites.com and listeners get 15% off stock (non-custom build) Movement and Revolution wheels, and the new Da Package bar and stem, until the end of July 2019 using the code ‘Downtime15’ at the checkout. You can follow Vali on Instagram @valihoell If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Sven Martin

Earlier in the year I met up with Rob Weaver and Seb Stott from the Mountain Biking UK magazine test team. MBUK is a magazine I grew up reading when I first got into riding, so it was great to get together. We rode and shot some photos for a story about the podcast which will be in the magazine this month (keep an eye out for that if you’re in the UK), and while we were there we recorded an episode together. We chat about how they got into bike testing, how to make sure your reviews are fair and unbiased, and also get some bike set up tips from these two super knowledgeable guys. This episode of the podcast is supported by Komoot, a route planning and navigation app that’s actually designed to work for Mountain Biking! You can create routes on your phone or your computer, and take them offline so you don’t even need a phone signal. Komoot does the hard work so you can enjoy your ride. As a Downtime listener, Komoot are offering you a free regional map bundle of your choice, all you need to do is head to komoot.com/g or click here and use the code DOWNTIME. The offer is open until the end of August 2019, so give it a go. This episode of the podcast is also supported by We Are One Composites. I’ve been using their Agent 29er wheels, and I’m a big fan! Check out their range at weareonecomposites.com and listeners get 15% off stock (non-custom build) Movement and Revolution wheels, and the new Da Package bar and stem, until the end of July 2019 using the code ‘Downtime15’ at the checkout. To find out more, head to the MBUK website here, the Bike Radar website here, or there Bike Radar YouTube Channel here. The suspension set up video that’s mentioned in the episode is here. If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Steve Behr

What a weekend it’s been here in Les Gets. For me it was a chance to come back to a town that I lived and rode in 17 years ago. Les Gets didn’t disappoint, the crowds were insane, the riders all turned it up to 11, and we had another awesome race. The French riders continued their domination of the 2019 season, but there were a few different faces in some of the top positions of the men’s and women’s races too. So it’s time to sit down with Neko Mulally and Eliot Jackson to find out more about what went on…. This episode of the podcast is supported by Komoot, a route planning and navigation app that’s actually designed to work for Mountain Biking! You can create routes on your phone or your computer, and take them offline so you don’t even need a phone signal. Komoot does the hard work so you can enjoy your ride. As a Downtime listener, Komoot are offering you a free regional map bundle of your choice, all you need to do is head to komoot.com/g or click here and use the code DOWNTIME. The offer is open until the end of August 2019, so give it a go. This episode of the podcast is also supported by We Are One Composites. I’ve been using their Agent 29er wheels, and I’m a big fan! Check out their range at weareonecomposites.com and listeners get 15% off stock (non-custom build) Movement and Revolution wheels, and the new Da Package bar and stem, until the end of July 2019 using the code ‘Downtime15’ at the checkout. If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Nathan Hughes

Andorra 2019 was another classic race, with the French guys once again showing their current dominance of the sport. I sat down with Neko Mulally and Eliot Jackson to find out more about what went on, what the track was really like, and what it takes to do well at this super challenging venue. This episode of the podcast is supported by Komoot, a route planning and navigation app that’s actually designed to work for Mountain Biking! You can create routes on your phone or your computer, and take them offline so you don’t even need a phone signal. Komoot does the hard work so you can enjoy your ride. As a Downtime listener, Komoot are offering you a free regional map bundle of your choice, all you need to do is head to komoot.com/g or click here and use the code DOWNTIME. The offer is open until the end of August 2019, so give it a go. This episode of the podcast is also supported by We Are One Composites. I’ve been using their Agent 29er wheels, and I’m a big fan! Check out their range at weareonecomposites.com and listeners get 15% off stock (non-custom build) Movement and Revolution wheels, and the new Da Package bar and stem, until the end of July 2019 using the code ‘Downtime15’ at the checkout. If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Nathan Hughes

Nigel Page joins me on the podcast this week. I grew up watching Pagey at the races, so it was great to sit down for a chat and hear his story. We chat about his background, and his time as a pro-racer. We also chat about his time working as a commentator, including that awesome Danny Hart World Champs run, and his time as a team manager. Hear how Nigel came to sign Sam Hill to the team, and what he’s like to work with. We’ve also got a Sam Hill jersey to give away, so have a listen to find out how to win it. It’s a long one, so sit back, relax, and enjoy… This episode of the podcast is supported by Komoot, a route planning and navigation app that’s actually designed to work for Mountain Biking! You can create routes on your phone or your computer, and take them offline so you don’t even need a phone signal. Komoot does the hard work so you can enjoy your ride. As a Downtime listener, Komoot are offering you a free regional map bundle of your choice, all you need to do is head to komoot.com/g or click here and use the code DOWNTIME. The offer is open until the end of August 2019, so give it a go. This episode of the podcast is also supported by We Are One Composites. I’ve been using their Agent 29er wheels, and I’m a big fan! Check out their range at weareonecomposites.com and listeners get 15% off stock (non-custom build) Movement and Revolution wheels, and the new Da Package bar and stem, until the end of July 2019 using the code ‘Downtime15’ at the checkout. You can follow Nigel on Instagram @pager7211, and keep up to date with the team @teamchainreactioncycles Here is the clip of Danny’s wining World Champs run that we mention in the episode – watch the clip If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Kike Abelleira

Believe it or not, it’s episode 100, and we are re-joined by episode 1 guest, Chris Kilmurray of Point1Athletic. Chris is a performance coach to many of the top downhill and enduro riders, so he really knows his stuff. In this episode we talk about what he does with his athletes during a world cup week, and dig into what it really takes to perform at the top level in downhill in 2019. We also talk about how we might apply some of that to us normal riders, and there is some serious wisdom here, so give it a listen. This episode of the podcast is supported by We Are One Composites. I’ve been using their Agent 29er wheels, and I’m a big fan! Check out their range at weareonecomposites.com and listeners get 15% off stock (non-custom build) Movement and Revolution wheels, and the new Da Package bar and stem, until the end of July 2019 using the code ‘Downtime15’ at the checkout. You can find out more about Point1Athletic by heading to point1athletic.com, or by following Chris on Instagram @point1ahtletic, Facebook @Point1athletic, and Twitter @Point1_Athletic If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Dan Hearn

This week on the show, we’re joined by Will Longden. I’ve been asked a lot to get some team managers on the show, so this is the first of a couple coming up over the next month or so. Will is a former DH racer himself, and is now the manager of the Madison Saracen Downhill team. We sit down for a chat about his own riding career, his time with Madison Saracen, and what it takes to run one of the top teams on the circuit, with riders like Danny Hart, Matt Walker and Alex Marin. This episode of the podcast is supported by PNW Components. I’ve been using their Loam Lever, and it’s hands down the best dropper lever I’ve ever used. Check them out at pnwcomponents.com and listeners get 10% off until the end of June 2019 using the code ‘downtime’ at the checkout. You can follow the Madison Saracen team on Instagram @madisonsaracen, and the riders @dannyhart1, @mattwalkerdh and @alex3marin. You can listen to our interview with Matt Walker here If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Jack Tennyson

This week the Gowaan Gals are back. Bex Baraona and Martha Gill join me for a catch up, as a lot has changed since they last came on the show. We talk about Bex’s move from privateer to pro, and how that has helped her. We cover their work with professional coaches both on the fitness side and the mental side of things, how they learn EWS tracks and plenty more. As well as that, we catch up on all things Gowaan Gals, including exciting news about their upcoming festival, so give it a listen. This episode of the podcast is supported by PNW Components. I’ve been using their Loam Lever, and it’s hands down the best dropper lever I’ve ever used. Check them out at pnwcomponents.com and listeners get 10% off until the end of June 2019 using the code ‘downtime’ at the checkout. To find out more about the festival, head to gowaangals.com, where you can also support them by buying Gowaan Gals merchandise. You can find their youtube channel here, follow them on Instagram @gowaan_gals, or @bex_baraona and @marthagmarthag If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes

What a race Leogang 2019 was! A classic Leogang course, but with some alterations that made pinpoint accuracy and commitment absolutely key to taking the win. Once again I’m joined by Neko Mulally and Eliot Jackson for a look behind the scenes at what went on, and what it took to piece together a winning run. This episode of the podcast is supported by PNW Components. I’ve been using their Loam Lever, and it’s hands down the best dropper lever I’ve ever used. Check them out at pnwcomponents.com and listeners get 10% off until the end of June 2019 using the code ‘downtime’ at the checkout. If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Nathan Hughes

This week we are sitting down with Sam Dale. Sam is a super interesting guy who worked his way up from privateer to full pro-team support, took a World Cup podium and a load of other top results, but decided that pro-team life wasn’t right for him. Sam re-focussed and is now riding and racing in the way he wants to… so we sat down outside his van in the Fort William evening sun (yes there was some sun!) and chatted about what he’s learned along the way. This episode of the podcast is supported by PNW Components. I’ve been using their Loam Lever, and it’s hands down the best dropper lever I’ve ever used. Check them out at pnwcomponents.com and listeners get 10% off until the end of June 2019 using the code ‘downtime’ at the checkout. You can follow Sam on Instagram @right_hand__sam and you can find 50to01 there @50to01 or on YouTube here To find out more about the coaching course that Sam mentioned, check out at firecrestmtb.com If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Jim Topliss

This week we are joined by three times world champion, Loic Bruni. Loic is a rider who’s shown many times what he’s capable of, and is always a threat for the win. Up to now however, consistency has been his main challenge. In this conversation we talk about how Loic has approached perfecting his winning recipe, and piecing together what it takes for him to be at the top week after week. Sit back and listen to the thoughts of one of the fastest riders on the planet, as he takes on the challenge of the 2019 season. This episode of the podcast is supported by PNW Components. I’ve been using their Loam Lever, and it’s hands down the best dropper lever I’ve ever used. Check them out at pnwcomponents.com and listeners get 10% off until the end of June 2019 using the code ‘downtime’ at the checkout. You can follow Loic on Instagram @loicbruni29 If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Sebastian Schieck

Fort William 2019 was a cruel mistress, leaving many top riders battered and bruised even before the racing began. With heavy winds and rain for most of the weekend, it required a positive approach to end the weekend on a high. So for the first time ever, here is our first in-person post-race show with Eliot Jackson and Neko Mulally, where we find out more about what went on during the weekend, both on and off the track. This episode of the podcast is supported by PNW Components. I’ve been using their Loam Lever, and it’s hands down the best dropper lever I’ve ever used. Check them out at pnwcomponents.com and listeners get 10% off until the end of June 2019 using the code ‘downtime’ at the checkout. If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Red Bull Content Pool

This week I’m joined by the founder and inventor of the Leatt Brace, Chris Leatt. We chat about his motivations for designing the brace in the first place, what it took to get it to market, how it’s tested, as well as discussing the concerns that some people have around the brace causing other injuries in a crash. We also chat about helmet technology and where that is headed. This is a really interesting look into a very scientific product, that is designed with protection of life at it’s core. If you’re interested to find out more, then check out what they have to offer at leatt.com. You can also find details of the studies mentioned in the episode here on the Leatt Lab page. There is also some really interesting info on the lab and the testing on that same page. Enjoying the podcast? Then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. If you like what we’re doing, and want to show your support, then you can join a growing group of Downtime supporters by heading to downtimepodcast.com/shop and getting yourself a treat. Want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners? Then join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Check out our back catalogue of amazing episodes at downtimepodcast.com/episodes

Matt Walker is on the rise. With a 5th place finish at the first world cup of the year, in only his second elite season, it’s clear that Matt has got what it takes. Have a listen to find out about his career so far, but also how he approaches his racing. One of the most methodical and analytical riders out there, Matt is one to watch, and definitely someone to learn from. Give it a listen and find out what it takes to beat your heroes! This episode of the podcast is supported by PNW Components. I’ve been using their Loam Lever, and it’s hands down the best dropper lever I’ve ever used. Check them out at pnwcomponents.com and listeners get 10% off until the end of June 2019 using the code ‘downtime’ at the checkout. This episode is also supported by Morvélo Clothing. They are making well thought out riding gear that’s a bit different to the big brands. It’s also great quality and really well priced. Even better, as a Downtime listener you get 25% off all full priced clothing until the end of May 2019 using the code ‘DOWNTIME’ at the checkout. So head to morvelo.com/mtb now and check out what they have to offer. If you are enjoying the podcast, then don’t forget to subscribe. It’s free, and it means you’ll get every episode delivered to your device as soon as it’s available. All the links you need are at downtimepodcast.com/subscribe. You can also find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio and most of the podcast apps out there. You can follow Matt on Instagram @mattwalkerdh. For details of the Madison Saracen team day, follow them on Facebook @madisonsaracen If you want to support the podcast, and show that you’re part of an ever growing crew of riders who are listening, learning, and getting faster, then head to downtimepodcast.com/shop and get hold of a t-shirt, hoodie, sweatshirt or mug. Shipping is FREE worldwide on orders over £30! If you want to share tips and advice with other podcast listeners on anything mountain bike related, you can join our Facebook group, head to www.facebook.com/groups/mtbperformance/ request permission to join the group and get involved! Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Jack Tennyson