The Ride Companion

Davi and Olly are back for a long overdue catch up! On this episode the lads chat about their Whistler trip, Red Bull Rampage and Red Bull Hardline. Plus, we're getting closer to our new studio, TRC has won BikeBiz Cycling Media of the Year, and Olly has some strong opinions about perfume adverts. A massive thank you to everyone who watches, listens and supports the show. This award belongs to the companionship too! Join us for the TRC Christmas Ride at BikePark Wales on 12 December!

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Rémy Métailler joins Davi and Olly in Whistler to tell the story of how an unknown bike fan from France built one of the most successful careers in mountain biking. Rémy explains how a one year working holiday in Canada turned into a completely new life, how riding Whistler's secret gaps first got him noticed and why he never originally believed he was good enough to become a professional rider. Rémy shares his remarkably calculated approach to risk, the reality behind his most dangerous viral clips, why he walked away from racing and how he balances progression against the consequences of getting injured. Rémy also opens up about the business behind being a professional mountain biker, his fear that the career could disappear, working with sponsors, creating content and the surprising amount of time he spends away from the bike. Plus, Rémy shares his best GoPro and POV filming advice, reveals why he considers himself terrible with technology and explains why beating Jackson Goldstone on a dirt bike feels so satisfying. Enjoy folks! Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion This episodes sponsors: - GoPro → Save 10% on all GoPro cameras with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://prf.hn/l/EJdbMxV/ - Housecall Pro → Save time and win more jobs! For a limited time only, our listeners get 50% OFF base plans for their first 3 months when you head to https://www.housecallpro.com/RIDE - Exposure Lights → 10% off all 'off road' lights with code EEXP@THERIDECOMPANION! at https://exposurelights.com

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What's really happening with adidas Bike and Five Ten? Senior Global Product Manager Luke Hontz joins Davi and Olly to explain the new adidas mountain bike shoe range, the arrival of the three stripes and the thinking behind Five Ten's next chapter. Luke shares how Greg Minnaar spotted a 1mm difference in an earlier Hellcat shoe that the factory initially disputed, why Dakotah Norton breaks supposedly unbreakable shoes and how feedback from riders including Danny MacAskill and Brendan Fairclough helps shape the finished product. We also explore flat pedal versus clipless shoe design, Stealth rubber, BOA protection, toe impact protection and why muddy shoes changed the way Luke approached development. Along the way, Luke tells the story of his journey from BMX racing and working in bike shops to landing a dream job at Five Ten and adidas. The new adidas bike range includes the Freerider, Freerider Pro, Freerider Pro BOA and the first-ever Freerider Pro BOA Clipless, with consumer availability scheduled for March 2027. You can keep up to date here https://www.adidas.co.uk/cycling Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion This episodes sponsors: - GoPro → Save 10% on all GoPro cameras with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://prf.hn/l/EJdbMxV/

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The first ever Red Bull Rampage winner, Wade Simmons, joins Davi and Olly to talk Rampage history, judging and the future of freeride mountain biking. As Red Bull Rampage returns to its original venue for its 25-year anniversary, Wade takes us back to 2001 when nobody knew what the event would become, preparation meant pulling weeds, and he even crashed in his winning run!? The Godfather of Freeride shares his perspective on Rampage judging, why originality matters, and how to weigh huge tricks against steep, technical lines. We discuss Brendan Fairclough and Gee Atherton's riding, the risks of pushing progression, and what the next generation brings to the mountain. Plus, the story behind Wade's iconic Marzocchi truck gap, his decades with Rocky Mountain Bikes, the challenges facing the bike industry, starting Godfather's Garage, and whether professional mountain bikers now have to be content creators. We hope you enjoy this episode with one of the true legends of the sport.

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Thomas Genon joins Olly and Davi in a Whistler hotel ahead of Red Bull Rampage 2026 for a deep dive into what it really takes to ride the biggest freeride mountain bike event in the world.

Tommy G has spent more than a decade at the highest level of mountain biking, from winning Red Bull Joyride and becoming FMB World Champion to establishing himself as one of the most experienced riders in Red Bull Rampage history. In this episode, Tommy takes us inside his preparation for Rampage 2026, including training for enormous spin drops, choosing and building a line in Utah, dealing with fear and risk, the difficulty of judging Rampage and why the event looks completely different when you're standing on the mountain.

Thomas also reveals how two time Rampage winner Brett Rheeder unexpectedly became part of his 2026 dig crew, reflects on finally reaching the Rampage podium in 2025 and explains what it was really like entering the event without a bike sponsor.

The conversation also dives into Tommy's slopestyle career, winning Red Bull Joyride, the evolution of freeride, social media, sponsorship, his favourite Rampage runs and why he believes the perfect Rampage run needs to combine technical riding, creativity, tricks and big mountain freeride.

We hope you enjoy this episode and sorry for the bad quality. Blame Davi.

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You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

We're in Whistler courtesy of adidas bike. We sat down in a terrible podcast set-up to talk about our experience so far, riding the iconic trails, our track walk with Brendan Fairclough and Josh Hill and loads more! Get a deal on a GoPro Mission HERE and get 10% off with code THERIDECOMPANION Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion This episodes sponsors:- SKS Germany → Learn more about SKS products and the new shock pump at https://www.sks-germany.com/en/ - Get 15% off Invisiframe kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: https://www.invisiframe.co.uk - WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Davi and Olly are back together to discuss the serious issues at S4P Bike Park, whether Red Bull Cerro Abajo could take mountain biking mega mainstream and their upcoming trip to Whistler for the UCI Downhill World Cup.

In this episode Olly explains what has been happening at S4P Bike Park, and why after years of personally investing time and money into the trails the is under serious threat of closure due to anti social behaviour. The lads also talk Red Bull Stuttgart Cerro Abajo. Olly shares what it took to build the urban downhill course, what it felt like to see the streets packed with spectators and why urban downhill could become mountain biking's answer to Supercross.

There's also a full preview of the upcoming Whistler trip, including Davi taking the cheapest Marin Alpine Trail to the world's most famous bike park, Olly travelling with an e-bike, the return of World Cup downhill to Whistler and the content they hope to create while they're there.

Let us know what you want to see from Whistler and nominate someone from your local riding community who deserves to be recognised as a TRC Igloo Trail Boss below! Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion This episodes sponsors:- SKS Germany → Learn more about SKS products and the new shock pump at https://www.sks-germany.com/en/ - Get 15% off Invisiframe kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: https://www.invisiframe.co.uk - WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Roger Vieira is back on The Ride Companion during the best season of his life... In this episode, Roger explains how Bernard Kerr's injury ultimately opened the door for him at Pivot, what life inside a factory downhill team is really like and whether factory support has actually made him faster or, simply given him the opportunity to show the speed he already had. Roger breaks down his first proper factory supported off-season, testing with FOX in California, riding in Queenstown, changing his approach to training and working with Bernard Kerr to improve some surprisingly specific weaknesses in his riding. We also get deep into the mental side of World Cup downhill racing. Roger explains the 'red zone vs blue zone' approach he's using with his mental coach, why World Cup qualifying creates so much pressure and what goes through his head in the seconds before leaving the start gate. Roger also explains why urban downhill brings out a completely different mentality in him, why he loves the Red Bull Cero Abajo series so much and the intricasies of downhill street racing. Once again, Roger delivers with great insights. We hope you enjoy the episode. Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion This episodes sponsors:- SKS Germany → Learn more about SKS products and the new shock pump at https://www.sks-germany.com/en/ - Get 15% off Invisiframe kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: https://www.invisiframe.co.uk - WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Rachel Atherton is one of the greatest downhill mountain bike racers of all time. With 40 UCI Downhill World Cup victories, six overall titles, five elite World Championships and the only perfect World Cup season in history, Rachel achieved almost everything the sport could offer. In this deeply honest conversation with Davi and Olly, Rachel opens up about what happened when winning stopped defining her. Recorded at Dyfi Bike Park in Wales, Rachel discusses motherhood, suffering a serious postpartum haemorrhage during the birth of her second daughter and the difficult recovery that followed. She explains why she felt torn between motherhood and racing after having her first child, her experience of postpartum depression and why winning her 40th World Cup at Lenzerheide left her feeling unexpectedly empty. Rachel also reveals why she eventually stepped away from racing, how injury changed her priorities and why discovering a new purpose has sometimes felt harder than winning a World Cup. The conversation explores the loneliness and pressure of dominating downhill, how her relationship helped separate her identity from her results and the hidden workload that comes with being the fastest rider in the world. This is Rachel Atherton beyond the race results. We hope you enjoy the episode. Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion This episodes sponsors:- It's ALMOST winter/night riding time! Check out the brand new Six Pack 15 handlebar light & Zenith 4 helmet light at https://www.exposurelights.com - Get 15% off Invisiframe kits, decals & more with code REFRESHANDRIDE: https://www.invisiframe.co.uk - Looking to book an RV or a camp site for an EPIC adventure? Check out our new friends at https://www.outdoorsy.com and enter code RIDE at checkout to remove all service fees!

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Listen or watch the full episode with Jenna Hastings below. Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube Ad Free on Patreon

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You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at https://saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Welcome to Tailgatin' with Bernard Kerr, a special episode of The Ride Companion presented by Igloo! We travelled to Pivot Factory Racing HQ in Wales to catch up with Bernard and do some talkgatin' across his incredible and very unique car collection. Bernard shares a brutally honest assessment of his 2026 downhill season, opens up about breaking his kneecap at Lenzerheide and reveals his plan to return for Whistler, Lake Placid and Red Bull Hardline in Vancouver. We also discuss the sacrifices required to become an elite downhill racer, why Bernard moved his entire life to Wales, the increasing pressure of managing a World Cup team and how he identified riders including Roger Vieira, Jenna Hastings and Dylan Maples plus much more... To enter our Igloo Playmate giveaway, comment over on YouTube what you would keep inside yours. Bernard will choose five winners a week after the episode has been live! Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Brendan Fairclough is back on The Ride Companion to reveal his new business, ROVIKA! Recorded inside the ROVIKA warehouse, Brendog and Olly Wilkins also look ahead to Les Gets, where Brendan is joining downhill legends Sam Hill and Steve Peat for a special Monster Energy course preview. Brendan also shares what it's really like trying to follow Amaury Pierron at race pace, why World Cup qualifying can be more exciting than the finals and what makes the atmosphere at Les Gets unlike anywhere else in mountain biking. The lads also chat filming with Nino Schurter in Lenzerheide, the future of Roaming on 2 Wheels, plans involving Peter Sagan, Kade Edwards' first Red Bull Rampage and Brendan's three biggest pieces of advice for a Rampage rookie. Plus, Brendan discusses Whistler, Red Bull Hardline and why his new ROVIKA venture is designed to work with local bike shops rather than compete against them. Check out Brendan & Co's new business at https://riderovika.com and enter the code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off the entire site! Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Jenna Hastings joins The Ride Companion for an incredibly honest and hilarious conversation about life as a professional World Cup Racer. The Pivot Factory Racing rider and 2022 Junior Downhill World Champion opens up about the pressure of qualifying, questioning whether she can still ride a bike during World Cup practice and crying between Q1 and Q2 before fighting back to finish fifth in Andorra. Jenna explains why winning at Crankworx hasn't automatically translated into World Cup success, what separates the fastest women in downhill and why making a final can still feel like winning. She also reveals that she sometimes vomits inside her helmet! Away from racing, Jenna talks about growing up riding BMX in Rotorua, leaving school at 17 to pursue her dream, travelling overseas with Eddie Masters and joining Bernard Kerr's Pivot Factory Racing programme. She also shares what it's like living in a renovated caravan in Wales, chasing summers and building a future beyond professional racing. This is a real look inside the life and mind of one of the World's fastest bike racers. We hope you enjoy it and don't forget to leave a like and comment. Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Listen or watch the full episode with Sam Hockenhull below. Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube Ad Free on Patreon

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You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at https://saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Ten years ago, I recorded the first version of this podcast from my bedroom with no microphone, no experience and absolutely no idea what I was doing. More than 460 episodes later, I wanted to sit down and reflect on some of the milestones that reflected where this all started. On my own, in a room, still with no idea what I'm doing. This is a solo reflection on the terrible early recordings, the guests and messages that changed everything, meeting Olly Wilkins, creating Lockdown Companion, building our first studios, the arrival of Doug and Naomi, the Rob Warner episode, Hardline, Marin Bikes, Warner's Race Companion and where TRC Media House could go next. I also answer listener questions about nearly giving up, my favourite guests, the sacrifices behind making the show sustainable and what ten years of podcasting has taught me. Most importantly though, this is a THANK YOU to everyone who has watched, listened, subscribed, supported the show or trusted us to tell their story. It began without a plan and, honestly, it still doesn't have much of one! Thank you for an incredible ten years. Peace and love. Episode Sponsors:- - Looking to book an RV or a camp site for an EPIC adventure? Check out our new friends at https://www.outdoorsy.com and enter code RIDE at checkout to remove all service fees! - Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Listen or watch the full episode with Mathew Pritchard below. Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube Ad Free on Patreon

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You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at https://saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Sam 'Dave' Hockenhull joins Olly and Davi for his first appearance on The Ride Companion. Sam explains how he went from Manchester City football academy to becoming one of mountain biking's most naturally gifted and unique riders. He shares why he walked away from football, how Josh Bryceland took him under his wing, the beginnings of 50to01 and how he's turned a hobby into a career. Sam also talks about Hardline, signing for Mondraker, selling Monster at school, up-coming video projects and much more... Get early access & ad-free episodes → https://www.patreon.com/theridecompanion Episode Sponsors:- - Looking to book an RV or a camp site for an EPIC adventure? Check out our new friends at https://www.outdoorsy.com and enter code RIDE at checkout to remove all service fees! - Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk

You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Listen or watch the full episode with Alan Milway below. Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube Ad Free on Patreon

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You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Troy Lee Designs → 10% off with code theridecompanion at https://saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

Mathew Pritchard is best known as one of the stars of MTV's Dirty Sanchez but, this chat goes far beyond the stories everyone has already heard... In this episode, Mathew joins Davi and Olly to talk about who he was before the fame, how skateboarding shaped his life, how Pritchard vs Dainton became Dirty Sanchez, what MTV saw in the group and what life was really like when the show exploded around the world. Mathew opens up about the difference between 'Mathew' and 'Pritchard', the pressure to perform in public, the money, the partying, the loss of routine and what happened when the fame slowly dwindled away. He also speaks honestly about addiction, anxiety, going cold turkey on 6 October 2022, the support system that helped him through and why routine, training, food and purpose are now central to his life. The conversation also covers The Road of Excess, Mathew's new documentary about rowing across the Atlantic, fame, excess, addiction, mental health and life after Dirty Sanchez. Plus veganism, Dirty Vegan, Dirty Health, Ironman Wales, Everest plans, why mountain bikers are 'nuts' and whether a Dirty Sanchez reunion could ever happen. Go see The Road Of Excess: https://mbentertainment.co.uk/the-road-of-excess/

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You can also support our long term partners: Marin Bikes → https://www.marinbikes.com/gb Focus Bikes → https://www.focus-bikes.com SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/sram adidas FiveTen: https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten invisiFrame: 15% off with code REFRESHANDRIDE at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk Manta Sleep → 10% off with code theridecompanion https://tinyurl.com/theridecompanion HUEL → 15% off with code RIDE: https://huel.com/ Mudhugger → Get 10% off with code ridecompanion10 at https://www.themudhugger.co.uk Compex → 20% off with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://www.compex.com/uk/ Igloo → https://www.igloocoolers.com/ Kecks → https://kecks.co.uk use code THERIDECOMPANION for 10% off Feedback Sports: https://feedbacksports.com WORX → 15% off with code THERIDECOMPANION at https://uk.worx.com/aff/theridecompanion/ HKT Products → 10% off with code PODCAST at https://www.hktproducts.co.uk Follow The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more https://theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House