Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast
by Dan & Sage
Join us on the fastest growing best mountain bike podcast! We’re talking all things MTB including mindset, riding tips, technique, nutrition, gratitude, gear, trails, fitness, training and more. If you love riding, you’re in the right place!The Ride and Laugh podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, flow in life!
Episodes
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The 5 Hardest MTB Features and How to Conquer Them [RNL Quick Rip]
In this episode we discuss the five most challenging features in mountain biking, and how to conquer them. From jumps, slabs, skinnies, drops and slow speed tech, all these obstacles share many similarities in how we can approach them. Body position, momentum, commitment lines and proper…
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MTB Hardtails Make You a Better Rider! Cheaper, Faster, Simpler but Are They Fun?! [RNL Quick Rip]
MTB hardtails aren’t just cheaper beginner bikes—they can make you a better mountain bike rider! We break down the benefits of riding a hardtail, from faster and more efficient climbing to better body position, line choice, jumping, bike control, and smoother overall riding. A hardtail forces you...
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MTB Speed: Why Riding Faster May Be Safer, Courage vs. Fear and Social Media Debate [RNL S2, Ep 61]
How do you find MTB Flow State, build confidence, and overcome fear on the trails? We explore whether mountain bike social media inspires us or hurts our confidence, why flow state is all about trust (you can’t think your way into it!), and how letting off the brakes and trusting your skills can...
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MTB Confidence Over Skill, Riding Relaxed, Red Bull Rampage and Evading Big Crashes [RNL S2, Ep 60]
How do you find your edge in mountain biking without crashing? We’re talking MTB confidence vs. skill, focusing on riding successes instead of past failures, and practical ways to relax your nervous system so you can ride looser, trust your skills, and tackle challenging trails with confidence!...
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MTB Flow State vs. The Zone! Cornering Tips Tested, Jumps Unlocked, and PreRide Fail [RNL S2, Ep 59]
Cornering tips tested at the bike park! We put berm techniques like strong legs, eyes up, braking control, and “moon the berm” to the test while breaking down what we look for in a pre-ride. Dan takes on the jumps at Big Bear/Snow Summit Bike Park, shares lessons from a pre-ride crash, and talks...
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Ride Like It's Done! MTB Confidence vs Skill, B-Rage, Braking, Fueling and more [RNL S2, Ep 58]
Refine your MTB visualization technique and unlock new levels of confidence on the trail! We discuss positive self-talk, confidence vs. skill, front vs. rear braking, and riding with certainty. Minds are blown watching Mark Matthews take on the insane B-Rage Sesh in Norway and listening to Wes...
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Enter MTB Flow State, eMTB vs Analog, MTB Age Limits, and the Legendary Dead Sailor! [RNL S2, Ep 57]
eMTB vs. analog, finding the MTB flow state, and why getting older isn’t a limitation; it’s a source of wisdom! Dan and Sage dig into how to enter flow on the mountain bike, trust your skills, stay present, and keep progressing at any age without putting unnecessary pressure on yourself. We also...
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Fat Adapted vs High Carb, MTB Weight Loss, Les Gets DH, G-Form X4 Pads and More! [RNL S2, Ep 56]
Want to lose weight, get stronger, and climb your MTB faster? We dive into MTB weight loss and management, high-carb fueling versus becoming fat-adapted, and practical mountain bike climbing tips to help you ride stronger and feel better on the bike and in life. We also tackle the pain cave vs....
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MTB Corning Tips that Work! Ride Skinnies for Downhill Skills? Group Rides and More! [RNL S2, Ep 55]
Want to corner your mountain bike faster, smoother, and with more confidence? We test a pro-level MTB cornering tip from Slanted Ground MTB - and it works! We break down steering from the rear wheel, shifting your hips, braking less, and getting more dynamic on the bike to improve cornering…
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Crush MTB Climbs! How to Push Through Mental and Physical Fatigue on Tough Trails [RNL Quick Rip]
The MTB Pain Cave is real! We’re sharing mountain bike climbing tips for managing the mental and physical fatigue that hits during max-effort MTB climbs, tough trails, and steep mountains - when your brain says “STOP!” but you want to reach the top. Learn how to use positive self-talk…
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MTB Jump Tip That Works! Plus eMTB Seduction, Social Media Detox, CushCore and More! [RNL S2, Ep 54]
This week on the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we share an MTB jump tip that immidiately worked for Dan, plus a powerful reminder to focus on thoughts that make you feel good; because MTB progression isn’t linear! We dive into MTB mindset, mental health, social media breaks, intuition, confidence,...
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Call it a Comeback! Hidden Benefits of MTB Injury plus Indoor Trainer vs. Road Rides [RNL S2, Ep 53]
In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we explore the MTB redemption arc; finding appreciation after injury, learning the lessons life is providing for us, and discovering how tough rides and setbacks can build confidence, gratitude, and resilience. We also debate the best way to train...
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Are You Over-Biked? MTB Suspension Travel and Sage’s Rear-Wheel Steering Theory [RNL S2, Ep 52]
How much suspension travel do we REALLY need on a mountain bike? Dan and Sage dive into the “over-biked” debate, asking whether less suspension travel can actually mean more fun, more responsiveness, and a more dynamic riding experience. Plus, Sage reveals his new “back tire steering/turning”...
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Does Crashing NEED to be Part of Mountain Biking? MTB Coaching, eMTB update and more [RNL S2, Ep 51]
Do mountain bikers NEED to crash to improve, or can the right MTB skills, coaching, and trail intuition help prevent serious injuries? In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, Dan and Sage dive into the hidden lessons, gratitude, confidence, and personal growth that come from returning to...
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Mountain Biking Will Change Your Life! Adventure, Fitness and Lifelong Friends! [RNL Quick Rip]
Whether you're mountain bike curious or already obsessed, this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast dives into the many reasons to start mountain biking and why MTB is one of the most rewarding hobbies on the planet. We explore the incredible benefits of mountain biking—from fitness…
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Stop Overthinking MTB Features! Trail Intuition and Technical Climbing Tips [RNL S2, Ep 50]
Ride new trail features with confidence as we dive into trail intuition, flow state, and when to trust your first instinct instead of stopping to overthink every obstacle. We also break down technical mountain bike climbing, covering gear selection, traction, high vs. low cadence, lifts…
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Ride With Certainty! The MTB Mindset That Unlocks Confidence and Flow [RNL S2, Ep 49]
Ride with certainty, not doubt, and learn how to tune into your bike, body, and the trail instead of distracting thoughts when tackling difficult MTB features, technical climbs, jumps, and new trail sections. In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into MTB mindset, confidence,...
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MTB Progress Stalled? The Hidden Power of Variety and Riding Without Pressure [RNL S2, Ep 48]
Mountain bike progression isn't linear—and the secret to riding with more confidence, flow, and fun is embracing variety while letting go of pressure and expectations. In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we share MTB skills, jump tips, mindset coaching, confidence builders, and why...
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Break Your MTB Progression Plateau! Dave Davidson's Skills and Mobility Secrets [RNL S2, Ep 47]
Ready to break through your mountain bike progression plateau? This week on the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we're joined by Dave Davidson of MTB Academy to dive into MTB skills, mobility, mindset, body positioning, confidence, flow state, cornering, jumping, and the movement patterns that help…
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Just Get Into It! Turn MTB Frustration Into Flow, Confidence and Fun! [RNL S2, Ep 46]
Train smarter, ride with more flow, and discover why sometimes less is more on the mountain bike and in life! In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into MTB fitness, climbing motivation, mental focus, confidence, and how letting go of fear can unlock your skills and help you...
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Anything Is Possible! MTB Visualization, Confidence and Flow for Your Next Ride [RNL S2, Ep 45]
Mountain biking is the perfect sport to prove that anything is possible, and this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast explores the mindset shifts that turn fear into confidence and help riders trust their skills. "Know thyself" doesn't mean avoiding progression—it means knowing exactly when…
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MTB Confidence Crisis! Trust Your Skills, Ride With More Flow and Have More Fun [RNL Quick Rip]
Are you letting mountain bike imposter syndrome steal your confidence? In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into why your worth has nothing to do with your skill level and why your crashes, mistakes, and failures do NOT define you as a rider—or as a person. We explore mountain...
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First Dirt Bike Ride! How Moto Can Push MTB Limits, Add Skill and Increase Balance [RNL S2, Ep 44]
What happens when a mountain biker tries moto/dirt bike training for the very first time? This episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast dives into MTB mindset, overcoming fear and resistance, flow state riding, group ride pressure, and how trusting yourself on the trail can completely change your...
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MTB Skills - Better Jumping, More Flow and The Rise of The Dynamic Mantis! [RNL S2, Ep 43]
MTB technique, fear vs. excitement, and trusting your skills — this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast is packed with mountain bike progression, mindset shifts, jumping tips, and aggressive riding confidence! The guys discuss elbows out riding position, bunny hop/J-hop practice, staying...
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This Changes Everything! MTB Perspective Shift for Unlimited Flow on Trails AND Life! [RNL RoadTrip]
Ride your ride, trust your skills, and replace negative self-talk with gratitude on this week’s Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast! We dive deep into mountain bike mindset, positive self-talk, flow state riding, confidence on technical terrain, and why we’re all better riders than we think we are when we...
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MTB Fear to Excitement! Trust Your Skills and Find Effortless Flow on the Trails [RNL RoadTrip]
Learn how to trust your MTB skills and tap into your amazing MTB intuition to find the rhythm of even the gnarliest of trails! In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, Dan and Sage dive into mountain bike progression, jump technique, aggressive body position, trail confidence, and how...
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The MTB Jump Tip That Finally Clicked! Unlock More Flow and Ride With Zero Pressure [RNL RoadTrip]
Jump technique breakthrough and no pressure rides take center stage in this fun, mindful mountain biking episode—where dialing in proper jump form meets the freedom of riding with zero expectations. We break down MTB jump tips, body position, step-up jumps, and how letting go of pressure leads to...
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Awareness is Your Superpower! Shift Fear to Confidence and Trust Your MTB Skills! [RNL RoadTrip]
Ride with aggressive confidence and unlock your best mountain biking by staying fully present—on the trail and in life. In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, Sage and Dan dive into MTB confidence, overcoming crashes, proper jump technique, and why presence is the ultimate mountain…
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Strong Legs and Little Arms - Technical MTB Climbing Tips to Crush Tech Trails! [RNL Quick Rip]
Why do some mountain bikers love technical climbing while others dread it? In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into MTB climbing techniques, debating big gear vs granny gear, standing vs seated climbing, cadence vs leg power, and why rocky technical climbs can actually be...
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From ER to Empowered: MTB Crash Lessons and Mental Resilience [RNL Road Trip]
Dan’s crash and injury update from the Ride & Laugh Across America trip takes center stage in this episode—3 crashes, 15 stitches, and a powerful mindset shift to “everything happens FOR us, not TO us.” We break down each MTB crash, the lessons learned in jumping technique, patience, and trusting...
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MTB Podcast from the Van! Mindfulness, Fitness Anxiety and Letting Go [RNL Road Trip]
Ride & Laugh From the Road | MTB Mindfulness Across America Dan and Sage record this short, high-vibe episode straight from their awesome vehicle (er, minivan) during their Ride & Laugh Across America MTB road trip. They reflect on letting go of fitness anxiety, trusting the process, and how...
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The MTB Upgrade Trap: Are Expensive Bike Parts Actually Worth It? [RNL Quick Rip]
Aluminum vs. carbon mountain bikes—frames and wheels—sparks a lively debate in this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast. We break down which MTB components, suspension, and bike upgrades are actually worth the money, and whether modern budget bike parts, derailleurs, and aluminum rims…
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Move Over MTB Climbers? Downhill Flow vs Uphill Effort: Who Gets the Trail? [RNL Quick Rip]
Who really has the right of way on mountain bike trails—climbers or downhill riders? In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we debate classic MTB trail etiquette, the long-standing rule that downhill riders yield to uphill riders, and whether that rule still makes sense on modern...
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MTB Traction Secrets, Rut Tracks, Crash Lessons and Slaying Trails Over 50! [RNL S2, Ep 42]
Hit the "Rut Track" with the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast as we break down mountain bike technique, learning to trust your tires, and the powerful MTB lessons that translate directly to trail riding. We also dive into unnecessary pressure riders put on themselves, Strava expectations, and why…
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Clipless Pedals Aren’t Just for Pedaling?! MTB Mindset, Bike Control and Progression RNL S2, Ep 41]
Perspective shift on the trail and in life! In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, Dan explores the powerful mindset of “How is this working out FOR me?” while also having a breakthrough with clipless pedals—realizing they’re not just for pedaling efficiency but for lifting, boosting,...
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Stop Labeling Trails Hard!, Why We Skip MTB Fails and Do NOT Use the Wrong Bladder! [RNL S2, Ep 40]
In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive deep into a powerful mindset shift for mountain bikers: stop labeling trails and features as “easy” or “hard” and start seeing them as “familiar” or “unfamiliar.” We explore how practicing presence off the bike helps you find flow,...
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No More Arm Pump! MTB Suspension Setup and Riding Loose Explained [RNL S2, Ep 39]
Suspension tuning, functional weight training for mountain biking, and learning to ride loose are the big themes in this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast—because a custom dialed setup and a strong, dynamic body can completely transform your MTB performance. We break down how a custom…
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Fat Adapted MTB and Positive Media: The Truth About Carbs, Energy and Performance [RNL S2, Ep 38]
In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive deep into the benefits of becoming a fat adapted athlete—riding fasted, steady power delivery, weight loss, improved metabolic health—and why most mountain bikers don’t need constant carbs, gels, and sugar to perform. We also explore the...
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Do You Need Strength Training for MTB? Flat Pedals Also Hawesfest Highlights [RNL S2, Ep 37]
Does strength training help on the mountain bike? In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into this question as well as the flat vs. clipless pedal debate, optimal mountain bike handlebar width, and highlights from the Hawesfest MTB Festival - plus tips to improve flow…
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Orbea Wild eMTB Demo, Battery Size Choices and MTB Nutrition Reality Check [RNL S2, Ep 36]
Power vs weight, big battery vs range extender, full-power vs lightweight eMTB — we dive deep into the eMTB debate, plus why clean eating for mountain bikers matters even if you ride hard and feel “fit.” We also break down how to flip negative thoughts into a winning streak mindset, build...
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Flats for Skills / Clips for Speed! Pedal choice, Confidence and Yearbook of Stoke! [RNL S2, Ep 35]
Flats or clipless pedals—which really help your MTB skills, confidence, and progression? We break down the real benefits of flat pedals vs clip-in pedals, plus introduce the MTB Yearbook of Stoke—a simple way to zoom out, track your wins, and remember just how capable you really are. This episode...
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MTB Mindset Cheat Code: Intuition vs Ego, Big Features & Stacking Wins [RNL S2, Ep 34]
Learn a powerful MTB intuition hack (when to listen and when to wait), why speaking out loud while riding sharpens your trail-brain, and why we’re sending massive gratitude to Brian at BKXC for shaping modern mountain biking stoke. In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we break down...
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Stop Doubting. Start Sending: How to Trust Your Skills on Big MTB Jumps and Features [RNL S2, Ep 33]
In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, Sage shares an inspiring jump story about trusting his skills, listening to his intuition, and riding with confidence—regardless of what others are saying. By focusing on his strengths and building his own line, he unlocks smoother jumps, better...
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Channel Your Inner MTB Jaguar - Ride Loose, Jump High & Crush Buffets [RNL S2, Ep 32]
Ever finish a ride and think, “I earned this entire buffet”? This episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast dives deep into MTB eating habits, fasting, sugar crashes, and why “I rode today so I’m going to stuff my face” might be the ultimate mountain bike eating disorder. We also break down riding...
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Stop Judging, Start Progressing: MTB Mindset, Presence and Flow = The Best Year Yet! [RNL S2, Ep 31]
Happy New Year from the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast! Dan and Sage dig into the difference between MTB goals vs. expectations, how riding with presence fuels progression, and why judging riders (or ourselves) only holds us back. The guys reflect on 2025 wins—from fitness gains and confidence on the...
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No Jinxes, Just Winning Streaks: Build MTB Confidence After Crashes [RNL S2, Ep 30]
Crash recovery, mountain bike confidence, mindset, presence, and letting go of negativity take center stage on the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast where we talk MTB progression after crashes, riding without fear, mental toughness, flow state, and why we don’t believe in jinxes (only winning streaks). We...
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eMTB vs Dirt Bike – Which Is Better for MTB Progression? Plus, So Much More! [RNL S2, Ep 29]
Join Dan and Sage as they break down modern MTB bike fit, dynamic body position, and dive into a fun progression debate: eMTB vs. dirt bike - which one actually levels up your riding faster? They also discuss how you can stay positive when you can’t ride, GoPro’s mysterious “lanky filter,”...
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MTB Flannel Snuggies, Kielbasa Tires and The Granny Gear Defense No One Asked For! [RNL S2, Ep 28]
Cold-weather Sage squares off against desert-rider Dan as they discuss the MTB Flannel Snuggies, Trail Tire Inspired Kielbasas, and a Granny Gear Defense absolutely no one asked for! Laugh along as the guys crack up over tire inserts, mispronouncing Schwalbe, Dan’s painful journey toward higher...
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MTB Progression Myths: Stop Judging Your Riding and Start Launching Forward Again [RNL S2, Ep 27]
Desert rain turns trails into hero-dirt and chaos, and Dan somehow finds the one rain rut big enough to swallow a full-grown mountain biker—3 riders enter, 2 riders leave! The guys break down brake-lever angle mistakes, High/Ready vs. Low/Ready body positions, and why tiny setup tweaks can make a...
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Bike Fit, Bar Width and Flip Chips: Dial In Your MTB Setup For Optimal Confidence! [RNL S2, Ep 26]
On this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, Dan and Sage dive straight into the good stuff—bash guards, brake rub, bar width, flip chips, bike fit, and why riding loose, centered, and chin-forward unlocks real MTB control. They mix legit skill breakdowns with hilarious trail moments, from...
About this show
Join us on the fastest growing best mountain bike podcast! We’re talking all things MTB including mindset, riding tips, technique, nutrition, gratitude, gear, trails, fitness, training and more. If you love riding, you’re in the right place!The Ride and Laugh podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, flow in life!
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