The changing lives of pro riders

Scoring a big win was once all you needed to do to secure a pay cheque, but things are a little different now. Racing and results still play their part when it comes to the life of a professional mountain biker, but with the sport broadening and the advent of social media and YouTube, you don’t have to just race to make a living on two wheels.   Rob Weaver and Tom Marvin chat to MBUK staff writer Rach Bennet about how the life of a pro has changed over the years. Is it all about the podiums or more about likes and views now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices