Mairiporã, Brazil World Cup / Olympic TEAM USA - EP7

In this conversation, Austin, Ty, and Spencer discuss the recent World Cup and Olympic points standings in mountain biking. They analyze the performance of American riders, including Christopher Blevins and Riley Amos, and the potential impact on their chances of qualifying for the Olympics. They also touch on the complexity of the Olympic qualification process and the importance of team tactics. The conversation highlights the excitement and competitiveness of the sport and the potential for American riders to make a strong showing in the upcoming Olympics. The conversation discusses the differences between cycling and motocross in terms of athlete participation and selectivity. It also explores the prestige and incentives associated with participating in the Olympics. The hosts speculate on the potential location of the mountain biking events for the upcoming Olympics in Los Angeles and discuss the development of successful cyclists in Durango, Colorado. In this final part of the conversation, Ty Kady, Austin White, and Spencer Rathkamp discuss the potential for US mountain bikers to compete in the Olympics. They talk about the importance of training with top-level athletes and the challenges of riding mountain bikes compared to motocross. They also discuss the selection process for the Olympic team and the performances of young riders like Riley Amos and Bjorn Riley. The conversation concludes with a discussion about upcoming events and the future of mountain biking in the US.