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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 1H 15M

Reviewing the News w/ Mike Ferrentino & Simon Stewart (January, 2026)

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Today, Mike and Simon discuss the invasion of Minneapolis, the killing of fellow cyclist Alex Pretti by ICE, and how the cycling community united in solidarity worldwide. They also talk about some bike industry news, like Revel Bikes relocating, and more fires to put out for Rad Power Bikes. Downhill racing kicked off with Red Bull Hardline in Tasmania, so they put in their picks, plus Mike recaps the Cyclocross World Championships, and more. Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there’s a topic you’d like us to cover or a guest you’d like us to have on Bikes and Big Ideas. Email us at [email protected] to weigh in.RELATED LINKS:Blister Mountain Bike Buyer’s GuideGet Our Free Newsletter & Gear GiveawaysBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredMike’s The Grimy Handshake SubstackTOPICS & TIMES:Mike’s Latest Substack Story (7:13)Simon’s Return To Bike Racing (12:29)Alex Pretti (22:28)Revel is Relocating (30:28)Rad Power Bikes on Fire (Again) & Their New Ownership (32:47)Red Bull Hardline Tasmania Preview (37:08)Cyclocross World Championships Recap (43:38)First Impressions of the New Pivot Shuttle LT (52:57)Are Lightweight Trail Bikes Making a Comeback? (59:50)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDGEAR:30Blister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Mike and Simon discuss the invasion of Minneapolis, the killing of fellow cyclist Alex Pretti by ICE, and how the cycling community united in solidarity worldwide. They also talk about some bike industry news, like Revel Bikes relocating, and more fires to put out for Rad Power Bikes. Downhill racing kicked off with Red Bull Hardline in Tasmania, so they put in their picks, plus Mike recaps the Cyclocross World Championships, and more. Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there’s a topic you’d like us to cover or a guest you’d like us to have on Bikes and Big Ideas. Email us at [email protected] to weigh in.RELATED LINKS:Blister Mountain Bike Buyer’s GuideGet Our Free Newsletter & Gear GiveawaysBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredMike’s The Grimy Handshake SubstackTOPICS & TIMES:Mike’s Latest Substack Story (7:13)Simon’s Return To Bike Racing (12:29)Alex Pretti (22:28)Revel is Relocating (30:28)Rad Power Bikes on Fire (Again) & Their New Ownership (32:47)Red Bull Hardline Tasmania Preview (37:08)Cyclocross World Championships Recap (43:38)First Impressions of the New Pivot Shuttle LT (52:57)Are Lightweight Trail Bikes Making a Comeback? (59:50)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDGEAR:30Blister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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