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Auteur(s): Josh Anderson & Dane Higgins
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Mountain bike podcast that will make you laugh and learn. Featuring a wide range of passionate guests. Available everywhere (Apple, Spotify etc).

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  • 106 - Bike Shop Secrets: Can I ride it? Chain Stretch. Cassette Wear. Quick Links. Dropped Helmet, and Carbon Frame & Component Damage.
    Jul 29 2025

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    Rider safety takes precedence in this essential bike shop secrets episode, where bike industry veteran Dane Higgins addresses the critical question every mountain biker faces after a crash or component failure: "Can I ride it?" Learn the definitive protocols for assessing carbon frame damage, from the professional coin tap test to identifying dangerous stress points that require immediate replacement versus repairable damage. Understanding the difference between cosmetic carbon scratches and structural compromise can literally be life-saving, especially when dealing with handlebars, steerer tubes, and other critical load-bearing components.

    Mechanical reliability directly impacts rider safety, making proper chain and cassette maintenance more than just a performance issue. This episode reveals how worn chains on new cassettes create dangerous skipping conditions during hard efforts, potentially causing crashes during climbs or sprints. Additional safety topics include quick link failure modes and reusability guidelines, proper helmet replacement after seemingly minor drops (4-foot falls can compromise protection), and the heat-related degradation affecting both safety equipment and carbon components in desert riding conditions. Emergency trail repair techniques using duct tape and zip ties provide backup solutions when mechanical failures occur far from help.

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    1 h et 16 min
  • 105 - Cables Are Back! SRAM's Mechanical Transmission: Eagle 90 & Eagle 70 (& other new stuff) - Jimmy Nordloh, SRAM Field Guide
    Jul 15 2025

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    Tired managing batteries, firmware updates, and paying for expensive electronic drivetrains? This episode with SRAM's Jimmy Nordloh goes deep into the new Eagle 90 and Eagle 70 mechanical transmission systems that deliver transmission's shifting performance without electronic complexity. The new mechanical transmission uses the same cassettes and flattop chains as the wireless transmission systems but use a traditional cable. At ~$670 and ~$490 respectively, these systems are for riders who want transmission performance without the heavy price tags, apps, or batteries.

    SRAM has also standardized on mineral oil across their entire brake range (including the new Motiv brakes), eliminating DOT's moisture absorption problems while providing better lubrication and system longevity. Additionally, a completely redesigned Reverb AXS B1 dropper post increases reliability and reduces cost by switching to a simple air-over-air system that's easier to service and more reliable long-term. With 250mm travel options and improved tire clearance, this dropper solves fitment problems on small frames and includes a "Ride Active" feature which SRAM says… “provides beneficial suspension characteristics during technical riding without compromising pedaling efficiency or proper bike fit”. Do you agree?

    Links:

    Eagle 90 Transmission Drivetrain: https://www.sram.com/en/sram/mountain/series/eagle-90-transmission

    Eagle 70 Transmission Drivetrain: https://www.sram.com/en/sram/mountain/series/eagle-70-transmission

    Reverb B1 Dropper: https://www.sram.com/en/rockshox/models/sp-rvb-axs-b1

    Motiv Brakes: https://www.sram.com/en/sram/mountain/collections/brakes/brake-collections/heavy-duty-brakes?filters=&sort=Relevancy&page=1


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    1 h et 3 min
  • 104 - Bike Shop Secrets: Disc Brake Squeal, Internal Routing Issues, Suspension Service (incl. Fork Stanchion Lube), & Pedal Cadence.
    Jul 1 2025

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    In this comprehensive bike maintenance episode, suspension expert Dane "Suspension Guru" Higgins tackles the most common disc brake problems plaguing mountain bikers. Learn why your hydraulic disc brakes keep squealing despite new rotors and pads, how brake pad contamination occurs, and the proper bedding process for noise-free performance. Dane explains caliper alignment techniques, the debate between OEM vs aftermarket brake pads, and why sanding contaminated pads often fails to solve squealing issues.

    The episode also covers essential suspension service knowledge including the difference between lower and full fork services, typical service intervals (50-100 hours), and why proper damper maintenance prevents costly blowouts. Plus, discover e-bike motor care secrets like optimal cadence settings to prevent overheating, dropper post storage tips to avoid expensive repairs, and professional cable routing solutions for internal systems. Whether you're dealing with squeaky brakes or planning suspension maintenance, this episode delivers actionable bike shop wisdom.

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    1 h et 6 min
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