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The Inside Line Podcast - Vital MTB

Vital MTB
Mountain Biking
Rampage
Downhill Racing
Cam Zink
Suspension Technology
Affordable Bikes
PUSH Fork
World Cup
BMX
Bicycle Technology
PUSH Industries
Danny Hart
Bike Accessibility
Trail Building
Windrock Bike Park
Frameworks
Mondraker
Intense
Trek
Santa Cruz

A mountain biking podcast channel featuring in-depth interviews with world class riders and cycling industry professionals.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes318Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Downhill destroyer,  Aaron Gwin, takes another stab at the dreaded 17 during a Frameworks test camp in Southern California. Hard to believe the first 17 Qs we did with Aaron was 15 years ago!

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Can Neko handled the dreaded 17? Watch on YouTube, too.

We’ve been minimally interested in the 32-inch wheel topic. It was more fun to hypothesize what they’d ride like when it was a distant rumor. Now that Maxxis has 32-inch tires you can buy, and many brands are currently developing literal wagon wheel ... more

Happy New Year errybody! In this episode, we go through the components, places to ride, and habits Vital users listed as their favorites in 2025. We then touch on what we enjoyed in 2025 and what we are looking forward to in the year ahead.

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Recent Guests

Aaron Chamberlain
Maxxis US brand manager
Maxxis
Episode: 32" Wheels—You're Kidding, Right? Bikes: Unaffiliated EP.5
Colin Meagher
Acclaimed mountain bike photographer diagnosed with late-stage ALS
Episode: 7 Years Later - Colin Meagher, ALS and the Lifelong Friends He Brought Together
Sam Nicols
Former CEO of YT Industries
YT Industries
Episode: "We Were Living Month to Month" - YT CEO, Sam Nicols
Lars Sternberg
Owner and operator of Flowcraft MTB
Flowcraft MTB
Episode: What's It Like to Release a New Bike Product? - Bikes: Unaffiliated Ep 1
Jeff Brines
Owner of BCD handmade carbon downhill bike and active participant in the Vital forums.
Episode: The Financial State of the Bike Industry with Jeff Brines - The Inside Line
Loic Bruni
Professional Downhill Mountain Biker and World Cup Racer
Commencal Muc-Off Team
Episode: RACE DAY - Leogang World Cup Downhill
Anna Newkirk
Women's Elite racer who recently placed second at Leogang
Episode: RACE DAY - Leogang World Cup Downhill
Valentina Hull
Elite downhill rider and recent race winner
Episode: RACE DAY - Leogang World Cup Downhill
Finn Iles
Elite downhill mountain biker and competitor
Episode: RACE DAY - Leogang World Cup Downhill

Hosts

Shawn Spomer
Content director at Vital MTB, host, and engaging conversationalist known for his insightful commentary on downhill racing and industry happenings.
Jason Schroeder
Host and tech editor specializing in mountain biking, offering keen insights into bike technologies and industry trends.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 648 ratings
  • Love the Pod

    Love your knowledge of the sport and racing. Really like that you include Dakota so we all can follow along with his recovery and honest opinions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nelsonrider
    Canada4 months ago
  • No longer able to listen or stream on Apple Podcasts

    One of my favorite podcasts. Bummed I can’t figure out why they are No longer able to listen or stream on Apple Podcasts???

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    In-Trim
    United Statesa year ago
  • Core MTB talk

    Just like Vital’s website and YouTube produce, this podcast is all about MTB and riding bikes. The people involved are about MTB culture more than themselves, so no self promotion, just interesting conversations about mountain bikes and people in the sport, industry and culture.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    levlev
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Can’t play on Apple podcast

    I can’t download or stream on Apple Podcasts. Been that way for a month now?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Joshua Hammett
    United States2 years ago
  • Killer inside view into top mountain bikers minds!

    Finally writing this after the sea otter coverage. Makes you feel like your there with the homies. Awesome and interesting questions with great candid commentary. Highly recommend for fans of mtb or professional downhill.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattwood92
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners have reported technical issues with accessing episodes, but overall feedback remains very positive.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth conversations and insights provided by industry professionals and athletes.
The podcast is praised for its engaging hosts who create a fun and relatable atmosphere.

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17 Questions - Aaron Gwin
Q: Wouldn't you rather be building trails?
While Gwin loves building trails, he is currently content to be in Laguna Beach enjoying the weather while his team manages the bike park.
17 Questions - Aaron Gwin
Q: Do you have any money slash business advice for other athletes?
Gwin advises to buy real estate instead of cars, highlighting the importance of prudent investment during a short career.
17 Questions - Aaron Gwin
Q: What do you miss most about living in SoCal?
He misses the 80-degree weather and evening rides with beautiful sunsets in Greer.
17 Questions - Aaron Gwin
Q: If you had it all to do over again, would you rather have been a professional Supercross slash outdoor rider than a professional mountain biker?
Gwin expresses love for mountain biking and appreciates the longer off-season compared to motocross, stating he is happy where he is.
"We Were Living Month to Month" - YT CEO, Sam Nicols
Q: What do you think the bike industry could learn from Amazon?
Sam suggests that the bike industry could benefit from improved data interoperability and efficient supply chain management practices similar to those used at Amazon.

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Content focuses on the world of mountain biking, featuring in-depth interviews with professional riders and industry insiders. With discussions on the latest trends, technological innovations in bike design, and the culture surrounding mountain biking, it provides listeners with a unique view into the sport. Episodes cover a range of topics from corporate accountability in the bike industry to personal anecdotes from racers, making it a rich resource for both hardcore fans and newcomers alike. The engaging hosts encourage fun, candid conversations that explore the excitement and challenges within competitive downhill racing and the broader biking community.

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2. Colin Meagher
3. Sam Nicols
4. Lars Sternberg
5. Jeff Brines
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7. Anna Newkirk
8. Valentina Hull

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