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MTB - Sharing the STOKE!
by New Zealand Mountain Biking
Come ride with us at New Zealand Mountain Biking, where we offer exciting multi-day trips, skills clinics, and lessons that cater to riders of all levels from all corners of the globe! Our rides will show you the best of Rotorua's trails and beyond. Let us be your guide.Jamie, NZMTB Director, is passionate about hearing stories from different riders and what inspires them. That's why he created Share The Stoke. Join us as he invites guests to share their experiences, backgrounds, and insights on MTB. You'll discover new places, trails, gear, and skills. @newzealandmountainbikingnzmtb.com
Episodes
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NZMTB Sharing the Stoke | Riding for Equality: Amelia Twiss’ Mission for Homeschooled Athletes
In this powerful and inspiring episode of MTB: Sharing the Stoke, host Jamie sits down with 13-year-old mountain biker Amelia Twist and her mum Toni to talk about a ride that’s about so much more than just bikes. Amelia, a passionate Mountain Bike rider from Tauranga, is on a mission to challenge...
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Mountain Biking in Pakistan: The Highs and Lows of riding at the Roof of the World
In this episode I chat with Matt at the airport as we wait for our flight south from Skardu. We talk about the two weeks we have just spent in one of the most incredible places on earth, trying to find epic single trail. Turns out this place has a lot more than just that! From the culture…
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The Ability to Coach MTB Skills Remotely! Matt & Rohan from BrakeAce and Nick (our Athlete)
Remote coaching is here. See how it went with Nick and the creators of BrakeAce. Not only are we talking more about braking, but we also did something pretty awesome. I used BrakeAce to coach Nick remotely. I didn't ride with him at all, he recorded his rides with BrakeAce and Strava - so I could...
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eMTB vs MTB. Is An eMTB Easier to Ride? Chatting with Matt Miller from BrakeAce
I have had Matt on MTB - Sharing the Stoke before because I think that he likes brakes even more than I do. We went out and shot a video trying to see how an eBike rides compared to a mountain bike and if one was better than the other. It all came down to a couple of things that we should have...
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Are Your Favourite Trails Protected? Chatting Trail Advocacy with Matt, Chair of the Nelson Mountain Bike Club
There is no question - Nelson has some of the best riding in NZ, but it didn't happen overnight and negotiating access is just as important as ever. The mountain bike club is huge and they have an amazing amount of riding, but securing access is still at the top of their priorities. Join us as we...
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Northland Mountain biking - What're your options and how does it compare with the rest of NZ? Chatting with Ben Haselden
Yes, there is mountain biking in Northland. There is quite the scene of stoked locals up there digging trails and keeping the clubs alive. Have a listen to hear what Ben has seen over the years and his involvement with the club. Also, get some insight to the club's vision for the Whangarei MTB…
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Is braking the most under rated skill?? Chatting with Matt Miller about the importance of braking
If you have ever wanted to improve your riding (pretty much everyone ever) then this is a great listen for you! In this episode, I catch up with Matt Miller about Braking, brake balance, when where and how we brake and the effects that has on our overall ride on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. Matt is a...
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Talking with the master of stoke on a Life of BIKES - Morgan Moore
This episode is just yarning about what we love - BIKES. Catching up with Morgan after his first stint away working with World Class Acadamy in Whistler. Travelling, working, and wrenching on bikes. At New Zealand Mountain Biking, we run epic mountain biking tours across the scenic North Island,...
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What makes a good set of brakes and how to get the most out of them - Chatting with Taylor Grey from Radic
In this episode of MTB - Sharing the Stoke, I catch up with Taylor Grey who has developed his own brakes - the Radic Kaha. These brakes don’t only look sick but they perform and have been in production now for a year and have been tested by some of NZ’s top riders. I want to get my hands on a set...
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Skill progression and Grassroots racing - Chatting with Ben Robson
This episode is about grassroots riding, racing, and some key things for the progression of your riding. I yarn with Ben about his development as a mountain biker and how that has shaped what he tries to give back to the community. Based in Alexandra, Ben now rips at Matangi Station and helps…
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Women's Ride Month!! and Tips on getting started out Mountain Biking with confidence - Chatting with Philly Angus
If you have ever participated in or spectated at an event in Rotorua, you will probably recognise Philly! She is involved in the mountain bike scene through events and helps organise ladies rides and Women's Ride Month. This is a great way to get out there and meet other riders, and learn some...
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For all the Froffers - Having fun doesn't mean you have to be hard core - Chatting with Ian from FroFF
Ian is a legend. He makes no claims to being the best rider, and he is not afraid to have a laugh at himself. He just loves riding bikes. When NZMTB was just getting set up, Ian helped us with some branding work. He also helped with our website, and he still helps whenever it's time to bounce…
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Trail advocacy, debunking body position myths, how to get your foot in the door of your local MTB community, and getting kids into riding - Chatting with Russ Garlick
If you have ever wanted to improve your riding (pretty much everyone ever) then this is a great listen for you! In this episode, I catch up with Russ Garlick on what mountain biking is for him on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about his experiences getting into riding, how he got so involved in...
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How Crankworx ended up in Rotorua - Catching up with Tak Mutu
At New Zealand Mountain Biking, we run epic mountain biking tours across the scenic North Island, New Zealand. We also help riders build confidence and skills in our MTB and eMTB private lessons on the legendary Rotorua trails. The best way that you can support this content is by booking a...
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The evolution of Mountain Bikes and MTB trails in Rotorua - Chatting with Gaz Sullivan
At New Zealand Mountain Biking, we run epic mountain biking tours across the scenic North Island, New Zealand. We also help riders build confidence and skills in our MTB and eMTB private lessons on the legendary Rotorua trails. The best way that you can support this content is by booking a...
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Canterbury's best kept secret, Trail Dogs, and digging as the second best therapy to riding - Catching up with Andy Keenan from Bike Methven
The Mt Hutt MTB trails are just out of Methven, which is smack bang in the middle of the South Island. Andy has been involved in the club out there since the early 2000's and is in charge of the trial maintenance. Not only is he a passionate digger but he rips on a bike too and is all about...
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The community that surrounds a bike park - Chatting with Richard Ussher from Cable Bay
Cable Bay Adventure Park is a short 15-minute drive from Nelson with some of the best riding in that IMBA Gold Destination. In this episode I talk to Richard about how the mountain biking at Cable Bay started and how he can keep it free for the community with the other activities and amazing dig...
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The NZ Trail BOOM, eBikes and more Rotorua MTB history - Chatting with Jeff Carter
If you have ever wanted to improve your riding (pretty much everyone ever) then this is a great listen for you! In this episode, I catch up with Jeff Carter on what mountain biking is for him on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about his experiences getting into riding, how he began building…
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The importance of having fun for progression and the Woman's Riding scene in Queenstown - Catching up with Perryn Lydford
If you have ever wanted to improve your riding (pretty much everyone ever) then this is a great listen for you! In this episode, I catch up with Perryn Lydford who is based in the South Island on what mountain biking is for her on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about her experiences getting…
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The science of MTB and starting a business in the Mountain Bike industry - Chatting with Dr Matt Miller (@MTB_PHD)
If you have ever wanted to improve your riding (pretty much everyone ever) then this is a great listen for you! In this episode, I catch up with Dr Matt Miller on what mountain biking is for him on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about his experiences getting into riding, how he began working on...
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World Class Photographer - Graeme Murray chats about Trails, Bikes, Photography, and what keeps him in Rotorua (one of the world's best mountain biking destinations!)
Catching up with Graeme Murray - One of NZ's most talented photographers, Trail Adoptee, and avid mountain biker. In this episode, I catch up with Graeme on what mountain biking is for him on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about his experiences getting into photography, riding, trail building…
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The strength of community - Chatting with Ali from Zerode Bikes about the time I ended up in his undies. But more importantly, talking bikes, trails, and how he got into the bike business.
Catching up with Ali from @zerodebikes on what mountain biking is for him! On MTB - Sharing the Stoke, We talk about his experiences getting into the bike industry, the new G3 Down Hill race bike, and stories from the trails... We talk riding in Wellington, Nelson, and Rotorua and how good they…
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Chatting with Anthony from Buzzed Riders on Mental Health, Starting a Business, and Backflips
Catching up with Anthony who has started his own brand to promote mental health through action sports. Mountain biking has all sorts of benefits. Today on MTB - Sharing the Stoke I chat with Anthony who is currently in BC, Canada, building his brand - Buzzed Riders. We talk about his experiences...
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The Mud Maidens, Travelling by Bike, and Racing - Chatting with Cati Pearson
Catching up with Cati Pearson @catipearson If you need some inspiration - this is for you. In this episode, I catch up with Cati on what mountain biking is for her! on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about her experiences getting into riding, how the Mud Maidens came about, racing and riding in...
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The journey as a YouTube creator and progressing your riding - Yarns with Waero a.k.a The Māori That Bikes
In this episode, I catch up with Waero Tomlin on what mountain biking is for him! on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about his experiences getting into riding, how he has improved his riding after only 5 years, the series of bikes that he has ridden,and how he has built his YouTube channel…
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Good life choices - Getting started out, backcountry yarns, and line choices.
In this episode, I catch up with Sanga for the first-ever episode on MTB - Sharing the Stoke. We talk about his experiences getting into riding, following good role models to improve, and the series of bikes that he has ridden. Then we get into the backcountry where this fella loves it the most.…
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Who we are - An intro to NZMTB
This is just a short little intro to what we do at New Zealand Mountain Biking. At New Zealand Mountain Biking, we run epic mountain biking tours across the scenic North Island, New Zealand. We also help riders build confidence and skills in our MTB and eMTB private lessons on the legendary…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Come ride with us at New Zealand Mountain Biking, where we offer exciting multi-day trips, skills clinics, and lessons that cater to riders of all levels from all corners of the globe! Our rides will show you the best of Rotorua's trails and beyond. Let us be your guide.Jamie, NZMTB Director, is passionate about hearing stories from different riders and what inspires them. That's why he created Share The Stoke. Join us as he invites guests to share their experiences, backgrounds, and insights on MTB. You'll discover new places, trails, gear, and skills. @newzealandmountainbikingnzmtb.com
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