We sat down with Robert Janssen to talk about the technology, design and ideas behind Vain Bicycles. By bonding 3D printed aluminium lugs with traditional steel tubes, Robert has created a sleek, modern-looking frame and we dive deep into the manufacturing process, how he is working with suppliers and how sustainability and transparency fit into …
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We sat down with Chris “Flying Grizzly” Visscher to talk about the GrizzlyLine in Lenzerheide, the secret to his whip and how he got to be the only bike-riding grizzly bear we know. Big events like Huckfest or Crankworx Whip-Offs have allowed him to showcase his unique style to a wider audience, but it’s his …
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We sat down with Dominik Bosshard to talk about how not being very good at dirt jumping got him to Red Bull Rampage, Züri Trails and his work with bikes today. Of course, photography and his work for Trail Devils is what put Dominik on the map, but it’s his involvement with the Jump Park …
We sat down with Remy Allemann and Gian-Luca Hurni after the first round of the Swiss Enduro Series to talk about the maiden race in Lenzerheide, launching a new race series in Switzerland and their plans for the future of Swiss Enduro racing. We talk through some of the highlights and mishaps of the first …
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Friend of the podcast and good riding buddy Luise Rohland chipped in with a great listener question the other day. Inspired by on the bike chats on our recent trips and a new Youtube series, she was wondering if we could discuss our own take on “how do you learn how to mountain bike?” Naturally, …
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We sat down with Terrance Malone to talk about vintage mountain bikes, Terra One and how he came to design a new tire for your old ride. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Terrance knows a thing or two about the business of bikes, product design and developing custom tires. In his …
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Pascal recently got to join a heli biking trip to celebrate the birthday of friend of the podcast and Bicycle Repairman at Biroma Bikes, Beat. Of course, we had to sit down and talk through the experience. How does it work, where did we go and what kind of riding do you have to expect …
We sat down with Karin Christen to talk about her journey with mountain bikes – and we mean that quite literally! Not only has she discovered her love for riding while chasing the surf around the world, but combining mountain biking, travelling and her work remain a fixture to this day. We cover a lot …
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Summer has truly arrived here in Switzerland, the snow has been melting away for real this time around, gondolas have opened up for the season in the alpine and there are new destinations to explore! We recently got a crew back together for a riding weekend in Scuol in the Lower Engadine region and, as …
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We sat down with Phil Law of Pembree to pick up on the theme of sustainability, in-house design and local production that we have already discussed on previous episodes. We also invited the three-time Skids & Giggles Podcast champion and star performer of our first few episodes James Drew back to the conversation to provide …
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