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August 14, 2019
NEMBAfest Show Page NEMBAfest 2019 #1 – IntroductionMTB Ben and his oldest son, Aidan, sit down to chat about being at NEMBAfest. They are getting warmed up for the weekend ahead.
Thanks to Papa Wheelies for supporting this episode!
--------- RELATED SHOW NOTESNEMBAfest – https://www.nembafest.com/ NEMBAfest on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Nembafest/ NEMBA – https://www.nemba.org/ Papa Wheelies – https://www.papa-wheelies.com/
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ABOUT THE NEMBA FEST SPECIAL
MTB Ben headed out to Pennsylvania MTB Ben headed out to 2019 NEMBAfest at the Kingdom Trails in Vermont to get some perspective on the event, the people involved, and the overall experience. He chatted with a variety of guests. Listen in to the discussions and be a fly on the wall at NEMBAfest. If you're thinking about attending in the future, check out the NEMBAfest website and mark your calendars for June 26-28, 2020.
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ABOUT NEMBAfest
NEMBAfest, Powered by Pedro's, is produced by the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA) and the Kingdom Trails Association in collaboration with the Wildflower Inn and the Burke Chamber of Commerce. It's a celebration of summer and ALL THINGS mountain biking!
Experience over 100 miles of unique trails and terrain that makes Kingdom Trails. Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend of riding, camping, demo-ing the latest mountain bikes, checking out all the gadgets and gear, rockin' to great music, and enjoying yummy local food & drink in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom!
August 12, 2019
ABOUT THE EPISODEThings are about to get caught up in the world of JRA! You ready? Here is your rapid fire dose of two episodes of the gang. Dicks blowing off, earwax gnomes, bike stuff, visitors, riding, DOT 5, whatever. Listen in.
------------ LISTENER QUESTIONS– Kevin Mc is looking for some good bikepacking tires
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LISTENER CONTRIBUTIONS – Tom Anderson gave $40 ------------- RELATED SHOW LINKS Lauf Cycling - https://www.laufcycling.com/ Trust Performance - https://trustperformance.com/ Just Riding Along on Twitter – https://twitter.com/TheJRAShow Brickhouse Racing Website – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing Brickhouse Racing Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing Brickhouse Racing Instagram – https://instagram.com/brickhouseracing/ Mountain Bike Radio Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/MountainBikeRadio Andrea's Twitter – https://twitter.com/BrickhouseMTB Matt's Twitter – https://twitter.com/Beanpolematt Kenny's Twitter – https://twitter.com/NoFullFaceKennyAugust 12, 2019
ABOUT THE EPISODEThings are about to get caught up in the world of JRA! You ready? Here is your rapid fire dose of two episodes of the gang. Dicks blowing off, earwax gnomes, bike stuff, visitors, riding, whatever. Listen in.
------------ LISTENER QUESTIONS– Matthew has a question about a crankarm – A listener is wondering whether to go Look or Argon for Pisgah Stage Race – Casey wonders about stanchion lube related item
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LISTENER CONTRIBUTIONS – None for this episode ------------- RELATED SHOW LINKS Maxxis Tires – https://www.maxxis.com/tires/bicycle/mountain Panaracer Tires – https://www.panaracer.com/lineup/mtb.html Specialized Fuse – https://www.specialized.com/us/en/shop/bikes/mountain-bikes/trail-bikes/c/mountaintrail Just Riding Along on Twitter – https://twitter.com/TheJRAShow Brickhouse Racing Website – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing Brickhouse Racing Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/BrickhouseRacing Brickhouse Racing Instagram – https://instagram.com/brickhouseracing/ Mountain Bike Radio Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/MountainBikeRadio Andrea's Twitter – https://twitter.com/BrickhouseMTB Matt's Twitter – https://twitter.com/Beanpolematt Kenny's Twitter – https://twitter.com/NoFullFaceKennyAugust 6, 2019
Ben'sGiving Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODEBen and Ben have some fun for the month of August! They are kicking off Ben'sGiving with an introduction episode to explain what it is and why they're doing it. Listen in to find out how you could win something from Industry Nine, Wolftooth Components, and Hand Up Gloves.
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RELATED SHOW LINKSIndustry Nine – https://industrynine.com/ Wolftooth Components – https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/ Hand Up Gloves – https://handupgloves.com/ The Outdoor Route – http://theoutdoorroute.com/ Chequamegon MTB Festival – https://www.cheqmtb.com/ Good Brew – http://theoutdoorroute.com/listen/good-brew/ CAMBA Country – http://theoutdoorroute.com/listen/camba-country/ Ben Welnak at ben@theoutdoorroute.com Ben Hall "aka" MTB Ben – nedirt@mountainbikeradio.com
July 31, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Bryan Shipley is a Market Coordinator for REI's Mid Atlantic Region. He joins MTB Ben and Ben to discuss Washington DC's outdoor market and REI's work, advocacy, and role in that area, as well as beyond that area. It's great to hear about the work that Bryan and many others from REI are doing and the time and money. The guys discuss bringing groups and users together, working with NICA, and getting new people into the sport.
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
GREI - https://www.rei.com/ REI on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/reifindout Ben Moon - https://benmoon.com/ DC Adventure Film Festival - https://www.facebook.com/DCAdventureFilmFestival/
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine's in-print stoke to an in-person "gathering of the tribe."
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 29, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
MTB Ben and Ben Welnak are your hosts for this episode while at Dirt Rag Dirt Fest in Pennsylvania in May. They are joined by the crew from Tröegs Independent Brewing that is based in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Tim (Brewing Manager) , Mark (Brewer), and Jancy (Marketing & Events Coordinator) join the show to chat about Tröegs, their beer, what makes a good pilsner, events, Dirt Fest, and more. It's a fun time getting out and having some great conversation with those making the craft beer scene what it is. Grab a brew and listen in!
ABOUT TRÖEGSFounded in Pennsylvania in 1996 by brothers John and Chris Trogner, Tröegs Independent Brewing is driven by a sense of adventure and curiosity. From the beginning, our brewery has been built by family, friends and kindred spirits who share a love of great beer. 100% independent.
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RELATED LINKS
Tröegs Independent Brewing – https://troegs.com/ Tröegs on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/troegsbeer/ Tröegs on Twitter – https://twitter.com/troegsbeer Tröegs on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/troegsbeer/ Tröegs on Untappd – https://untappd.com/troegsbrewingcompany Susquehanna Mountain Bike Association – http://sambabiker.com/samba/ Dirt Rag Dirt Fest – https://www.dirtragdirtfest.com/
You can support this content by becoming a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mtnbikeradio
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine's in-print stoke to an in-person "gathering of the tribe."
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
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ABOUT GOOD BREWGood Brew is more than just about the beer, it's about the story of beer and it's deep rooted connection to what binds us together as humans outdoors exploring our greater world. So grab a stool and slide on up to the bar, and let's talk some Good Brew.
July 26, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Michael joins the guys to discuss. Michael is the Account Executive for Giant Bicycles and Liv Cycling for the Washington DC, Virginia, and North Carolina areas. He has been with Giant since 2003 and has a lot of experience in the cycling world before his time at Giant. Michael discusses the Giant and Liv bikes and the brands, shares his thoughts on the improving the cycling community, gender and bikes, advocacy, and more.
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Giant Bicycles – https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us Liv Cycling – https://www.liv-cycling.com/us
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine's in-print stoke to an in-person "gathering of the tribe."
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 25, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Billy and Sharon are new brand ambassadors for VanDOit. After a lot of time and effort put into finding a van, Billy googled "adventure van" and the rest is history. They share their thoughts on life on the road in their VanDOit, discuss the company and van options, and share some of the Dirt Fest experience.
VanDoit – https://www.vandoit.com/ VanDoit on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOEIZiQLi4ZqWQvNMvRmZqQ/videos VanDoit on Pinterest – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOEIZiQLi4ZqWQvNMvRmZqQ/videos VanDoit on Twitter – https://twitter.com/vandoitco VanDoit on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/vandoitco VanDoit on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/vandoitco/
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine's in-print stoke to an in-person "gathering of the tribe."
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 25, 2019
Dirt Rag Dirt Fest PA 2019 Show Page
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Best for Grabbin' Bars & Beers! Troy Stewart is the Marketing Director at Handup Gloves. They sit down for a good chat about the Handup brand, design inspiration, the bike world, and more. Troy was a great and fun guest to have on. If you'd like an honest take from the Handup crew, listen in!
Handup Gloves - https://handupgloves.com/ Handup Gloves on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/handupgloves/ Handup Gloves on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9lczcrDiZxOzx9miAJgoMA Handup Gloves on SnapChat - https://www.snapchat.com/add/handupgloves
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ABOUT DIRT FEST
Maurice and Elaine Tierney started Dirt Rag in 1989, creating a magazine that provided an inclusive forum where readers shared their stoke for the riding, culture, and lifestyle of mountain biking. After having a great time at the legendary Jim Thorpe Mountain Bike Weekend, the pair decided that Dirt Rag was in a position to translate the magazine's in-print stoke to an in-person "gathering of the tribe."
The first edition of Dirt Fest took place in 1991 at Camp Soles, a YMCA youth camp east of Pittsburgh. The original event was decidedly chill. There was no vendor expo bristling with the bleeding edge of bicycle technology. Demo rides amounted to swapping bikes with a newfound friend. There was a lake, a bonfire, and a bicycle polo field. Nighttime entertainment consisted of an attendee strumming a guitar at the group bonfire—a far cry from The Earthtones jamming for a circus tent full of partying mountain bikers.
Read more about Dirt Fest HERE.
July 25, 2019
ABOUT THIS EPISODENathan and Auk start out the episode on their own and then Tani joins in for the fun. You get some discussion on AXS, EXO+, being out on the road, riding, trails, Tani's van, and just a well rounded episode with the guys. Join the guys and have a listen now!
The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject "Podcast Question" to podcast@thepathbikeshop.com.
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RELATED SHOW LINKSOver the Hump - https://raceoc.com/ Sky Park Bike Fest - https://skyparksantasvillage.com/skypark-bike-fest/ Downieville Classic - http://downievilleclassic.com/ California Enduro Series - https://www.californiaenduroseries.com/northstarenduro/ Maxxis Minion EXO+ - https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/Tested-Maxxis-EXO-Casing-Tires-Minion-DHF-and-DHRII,2726 The Path Podcast on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/thepathbikeshoptustin Get on The Path Newsletter – https://thepathbikeshop.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=df59964daebd2d58a75cd52b3&id=4aa76a894b
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ABOUT THE PATH PODCASTThe Path Podcast is an entertaining and informative podcast with Nathan, Auk, Tani, and other regular guests covering many aspects of mountain biking, including technical information, listener questions, event details, and just talking bikes in general. Listen in as they take you into their passionate mountain biking minds.
To support The Path directly, you can do the following: – You can follow the hashtag #ThePathPodcast on Instagram & Twitter – If you're in California, head over to the Tustin and/or Live Oak stores and say hi. – Go to their website at thepathbikeshop.com. – Follow The Path on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Vimeo
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