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On Dirt

by Claire McDonnell and Annie Arnott

For women who ride bikes off road! Hosts Claire and Annie talk all things MTB, gravel and adventure riding.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 10 - 10 things we wish everyone knew about MTB

    In this episode, Annie and Claire share 10 things they wish everyone knew about MTB. From seasoned riders, squids to tentative beginners, there’s definitely something for everyone in this episode!

  2. Episode 9 - Claire and Annie ask and answer some big questions

    In this episode, we interview each other! We ask, and answer, all sorts of questions - from deep questions about life and business to our dream MTB holiday. Put the kettle on and sit down for a relaxed yarn with us.

  3. Episode 8 - MTB etiquette

    In this episode, Annie and Claire dive into trail and bike park etiquette, from shared-use areas to lift-accessed bike parks. We also do the most riffing we’ve probably done to date which might explain how we were able to record nearly an hour’s worth of episode (also … we are really good at...

  4. Episode 7 - What MTB gear do you really need?

    All the gear: what gear do you actually need? Protective gear is great but padding won’t make up for a rigid riding position, and a full face is of limited use if you blow up on the climb and have to limp down the trails! It’s expensive to kit up and as a new rider you might not know what is and...

  5. Episode 6 - different styles of off-road riding, where to do it and the bike to do it on!

    You’ve heard of downhill, downhill, downcountry and enduro … but what actually does it mean?? Where can you do it? What sort of bike do you need to ride it? In episode 6, Annie and Claire chat about different off-road riding styles, bikes and excellent MTB destinations within Australia. A few...

  6. Episode 5 - decoding MTB lingo

    Have you ever wondered what exactly a tabletop is? Or what ‘off camber’ actually means? Sometimes MTB slang does what it says on the tin but other times, it makes no sense. In this episode, Annie and Claire discuss some lingo and terms to help you get the most out of all your trailhead banter!

  7. Episode 4 - returning to riding after injury, babies or a break

    In this episode, Annie and Claire share stories of riding and birth injuries and some of the challenges in returning to riding after those experiences.

  8. Episode 3

    What do you need to start MTB? Once you start, how do you progress? Should you trust YouTube to be your coach? Claire and Annie take a deep dive into some of the practicalities of getting started and what comes next, from considering bike storage to the dreaded skills plateau. From foundational...

  9. Episode 2

    In this episode, Annie and Claire share their journeys into mountain biking, the evolution of Claire’s coaching business Dirt Maidens, and how representation and creating space matters when it comes to increasing women’s participation in MTB.

  10. Episode one - welcome!

    Our first ever episode! From the kitchen table (finally) to your ears. This ep is just a little bit about us and what we hope to achieve with the pod (hint: it’s to get more women riding bikes)

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

For women who ride bikes off road! Hosts Claire and Annie talk all things MTB, gravel and adventure riding.

HOSTED BY

Claire McDonnell and Annie Arnott

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How many episodes does On Dirt have?

On Dirt currently has 10 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

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For women who ride bikes off road! Hosts Claire and Annie talk all things MTB, gravel and adventure riding.

How often does On Dirt release new episodes?

On Dirt has 10 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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On Dirt is created and hosted by Claire McDonnell and Annie Arnott.
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