New Names, New Winners, New Energy | EDR World Cup 2026 So Far

Enduro World Cup is back and there are new names at the sharp end of the results sheets. We’ve had breakout performances, surprise winners, and riders stepping into the spotlight who maybe weren’t on everyone’s radar a few weeks ago. But it’s not just what’s happening on track. The coverage itself feels like it’s taken a step forward too. More access, more insight, and a better window into what’s actually going on inside an EDR weekend. So in this episode, we’re breaking it all down. The standout rides, the new characters emerging in the series, what’s changed already in 2026, and what it might be telling us about where enduro racing is heading this year. Morgane and Greg join me to provide insight into what went on at the first two rounds in Loudenvielle and Leogang. Thiis is the start of something that already feels like a new era for EDR.  So sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Morgane Charre and Greg Callaghan. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here. Follow these accounts for great enduro coverage – @nextstagemtb, @catalyst.cc and @endurochronicles. You can download the UCI MTB World Series app here. Thanks Patreon I would love it if you were able to support the podcast via a regular Patreon donation. Donations start from as little as £3 per month. That’s less than £1 per episode and less than the price of a take away coffee. Every little counts and these donations will really help me keep the podcast going and hopefully take it to the next level. To help out, head here. Merch If you want to support the podcast and represent, then my webstore is the place to head. All products are 100% organic, shipped without plastics, and made with a supply chain that’s using renewable energy. We now also have local manufacture for most products in the US as well as the UK. So check it out now over at downtimepodcast.com/shop. Newsletter If you want a bit more Downtime in your life, then you can join my newsletter where I’ll provide you with a bit of behind the scenes info on the podcast, interesting bits and pieces from around the mountain bike world, some mini-reviews of products that I’ve been using and like, partner offers and more. You can do that over at downtimepodcast.com/newsletter. Follow Us Give us a follow on Instagram @downtimepodcast or Facebook @downtimepodcast to keep up to date and chat in the comments. For everything video, including riding videos, bike checks and more, subscribe over at youtube.com/downtimemountainbikepodcast. Are you enjoying the podcast? If so, then don’t forget to follow it. Episodes will get delivered to your device as soon as it’s available and it’s totally free. You’ll find all the links you need at downtimepodcast.com/follow. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google and most of the podcast apps out there. Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Rick Schubert