Episodes
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Bleeding Brakes and Building Tallboys - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Auk breaks down the build on his Santa Cruz Tallboy and Tani talks about the new Schwalbe Prototype 30.5" tires. The boys also cover the topics of a proper brake bleed and training techniques. Let's roll! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #ocmtba...
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Smooth, Slow and Firm - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
We are going Smooth, Slow and Firm on this one! In this episode, Tani is excited on shop news including an upcoming Pivot Demo Day and great deals on Kona Bikes, Auk gives us the downlow on his new Santa Cruz Tallboy and the boys have a good laugh! Enjoy the episode and don't forget to sign up to...
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The Podcast Bags A Century - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
Welcome to our 100th Episode! We could not be here without you, our loyal listeners and viewers! Lots of great banter in this episode, including Tani's comeback bike quiver, downcountry bikes, and bringing back the playfulness of being a mountain biker and loving the bike you ride!…
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Oversharing Is Caring - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Tani and Auk are sharing some great stories. Auk's starts out talking about his trip to Japan, then Tani shares a funny doctor's office visit. The boys also chat about the Quarter HP Podcast, 32" tires (again) and shop news, specifically, price matching, trade ins and new bikes…
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New Service Tools, Santa Cruz Blur, Ibis Ripley and Being Aero Aggro - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Tani and Auk are back in the studios reviewing the Santa Cruz Blur and the Ibis Ripley and chatting about the future of bike protective gear. Tani also explains The Path's two new Service Tools to get your bike in optimum shape! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife...
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The End of The Derailleur As We Know It with the Avinox eCVT Gearbox - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
Tani and Auk are back and in this episode Tani gives his thoughts on the Santa Cruz Tallboy, Auk talks disruptive technology and they take a deep dive on the new Avinox eCVT Gearbox. They fellas also go over Ebike maintenance and discuss some of the best beginner trails in Orange County....
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Tallboys, Big Rides and Modern Nutrition With Jeff and Erik - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode, Auk holds down the fort with Jeff and Erik from the Path and they talk about going on big rides and how to stay nurioushed. They also cover the new Cannondale Moterra4+ and Santa Cruz Tallboy which Jefff loves! Join us for the ride! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife...
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Stomping on the Stamp EVO Pedals with Sebastian from Crank Brothers - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode we welcome Sebastian from Crank Brothers for a killer conversation with Tani and Auk about the new Stamp EVO pedals, wheel progression, the awesomeness of inverted forks, customer service, the shared love of ripping up trails and being dialed in on your bike. Crank up the volume…
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Cultivating Trails and Community With Dave & Todd from OCMTBA - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode, Tani and Auk are joined in studio by Dave and Todd of the OCMTBA. This association takes care of the trails and works on passing legislation to expand our local areas and amenities. They break down what they are all about, how they give back to the community and sneak peak on...
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Charger Vibes With Connor From Luiseño Bike Park - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
Who's ready for a roadtrip? The vibes were fully charged as Tani and Auk welcome guest San Diego shredder, Connor from Luiseño Bike Park! Located in the La Jolla Indian Campground, Connor breaks down the killer trails at the park and also gives us the lowdown on the the ziplines, campsites,...
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Hans "No Way" Rey Now Rides For Santa Cruz! - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
This episode is pretty legendary! MTB Icon Hans "No Way" Rey joins Tani and Auk in studio to discuss a variety of topics including Hans' open letter to politicians regarding E-bike classifications and regulations, the "Halfway" Rey pedal set up, and the big news that Hans is now a Rider for Santa...
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Rubbin' Elbows - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
Sunset shreds, shop rides, 32er talk, Vision Quest, chain wax and so much more! This episode has a little bit of everything! Tani and Auk are amped on daylight savings and took a spin together at Santiago Oaks and Tani has his review of the Shuttle LT. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike...
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Visions, Spurs and Mach 4s - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode we're pretty hyped on the two new bikes, the Mach 4 from Pivot and Transition's new Spur. The shop also has two Orbea Demo Days coming up and Tani gets a little philosophical. Check it out! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb #lovethebikeyouride...
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Bike Fit Tweener Talk - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode the fellas get into some sizing questions about whether it's better to size up or down, Auk has some fun with word play and Tani Learns something new at the shop. Plus we pay tribute to King Lui from Giant and finish off the episode with some Bosch-DJI comparisons. #mountainbiking...
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Organ Recitals and the New Pivot Shuttle LT - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
This episode goes to 11, Spinal Tap style! Tani and Auk breakdown the new Pivot Shuttle LT and continue their discussion on the Rallon RS. Tani talks pain threshold when elaborating on the kidney stone he's dealing with. Also, there's a clean up day in the Santa Anas coming up and a shop ride at...
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Introducing the Orbea Rallon RS - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
On this episode we welcome our friend Garren from Orbea to introduce the new Rallon RS. This new model is a different kind of E-bike that as Tani states, answers questions that people are even asking yet! Auk compares the RS to the invention of the iPad and he is spot on. Come take a spin with…
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The Santa Ana Mountains, Vision Quest and The Warrior's Society - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode we are joined by local legend, Darshan of The Warrior's Society. He sits down with Tani and Auk to talk about the Santa Ana Mountains, the grueling club ride known as The Vision Quest and doing trailwork all over the range to bring back some killer trails. #mountainbiking #mtb...
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Tire Talk, The Revolver and a Crappy Ride - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this jam packed episode the boys are joined by Shop Manager Jeff to talk tires, having a rad quiver and recounting his recent trip to Pacifica for some epic riding! Also, Auk tells the tale of the crappy ride they recently had in the Santa Ana Mountains and Tani is real fired up on the new…
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Kook or Core? - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode the boys tackle the important questions, is that Kook or Core, are SL E-bikes are dead and what's the difference between the Push Nine One and the Fox Podium forks? Tani and Auk also go over trailwork days, online deals and get in the mood for the annual Holiday Lights ride from…
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The Legal 32er and Second Guessing Pinkbike on the Push Nine One Fork - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode the fellas go hard on the nine one fork and the Pinkbike review of it, questioning their take. Tani and Auk also discuss the the 32er being legal (again), bar compliance versus vibration damping and upcoming shop events. Plus Tani reveals a second podcast giveaway! #mountainbiking...
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Mechanical Insights and Tips with Drew from The Path - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode the boys are joined by Drew from The Path and he shares some insights and tips on how to keep your biking running best. Also, Auk shares the stoke with Drew on being a daily commuter and Tani breaks down the finer points of break bleeding and service. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife...
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The Path Bike Shop Podcast - Santa Cruz Skitch, Wolf Tooth Pedals & New Continental XC Tires
Roll out with us for this podcast because the boys have the downlow info on the new Wolf Tooth pedals, the new Continental XC tires and the Santa Cruz Skitch. Auk also has some etiquette tips and Tani muses over the radness of the Zinn and Faction 32ers. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike...
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32er Controversy and Drooling Over The Orbea Rallon - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
The new Orbea Rallon is out and the boys are eager to break it down! Also in this episode Tani compares some of the different features on the different anti-kick back devices and talk about who might benefit from them. And Auk asks if 32" tires will destroy the world of biking. #mountainbiking…
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Flex and Mechanical Steering Trail - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Tani and Auk take a deep dive into flex and mechanical steering trail. The boys also talked about rider effort and e-bike range and answer the question, if you pedal harder are you going to get more range? #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba #downhillmtb...
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Thank You For Being Part of My Development - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
n this episode Tani and Auk review the new Pivot Shuttle AM Team XX AXS, explain how inverted forks work and discuss the paradigm shift of compact geometry. Also, Tani tells a story about helping a customer service Rep with their development. mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #ebike #ebikelife #ocmtba...
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Peace and Quiet on a Single Speed
A little peace and quiet on the bike is always a rad thing! In this episode, Auk recaps his Mammoth family trip and talks about his single speed fantasy, Tani recounts a story of why it's best to buy from your local Shop and the boys also breakdown the Push Nine One Fork. #mountainbiking #mtb...
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Zen and The Art of Pedal Positioning - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Tani and Auk are joined by Erik Bruner who is coming off his trip to Whistler. The boys go deep on pedal positioning, finiding the right tires for the right conditions and talk about the new Santa Cruz Vala alloy frames. Erik also answers some quick fire questions and gives us…
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Trail Dust, Push Nine One Fork and The 32er
Are you forking kidding me? In this episode the the boys breakdown the new Push One Nine inverted forks and geek out on the BMC XC Prototype 32er. Tani goes into the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, gives us a sneak peak on the Bosch 100Nm motor and Auk provides us some insight on his preferred...
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Inverted Forks and a Fresh Take on Saddle Height Relative to Crank Length - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Tani and Auk talk about the advantages inverted forks and how they respond. Then the boys take a deeper dive into crank lengths and how that ratio is relative to the height of your saddle position for an optimal setup. And as always you local listeners are invited to the local…
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Front Center Rear Center Ratio - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Tani and Auk crunch the numbers to calculate the right ratio to get rad! The boys talk chainstay length, braking points, break down racing styles and give you the lowdown on some of the hot bikes at the shop. Auk discusses running out of battery on the Palm Canyon Epic and his...
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Flow Account Overdraft and new Wireless XTR - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
Tani and Auk are right... There is no better time to be a mountain biker! In this episode, the boys recap the Bike and BBQ event at the shop, the opening of all the local bike parks and take a deep dive into the new wireless Shimano XTR components! #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #bosch…
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The Hills Are Alive With The Sound Of Mountain Bikes - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
The hills are alive with the awesome sounds of mountain bikers shredding! In this episode, Tani and Auk share their stoke for the simple things, like tires thumping over sections of trail, proper breathing techniques while riding, and those split seconds before a crash. They also cover shop news,...
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A Life Behind (Handle) Bars - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
Tani and Auk are in breakdown mode this episode. Auk is still reeling from his local mountain trails and Tani talks about handlebars and how different rises and widths make for different rider experiences. The boys also discuss the Bullit, Maven brakes, SL Motors and shop news, including the…
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Who's The Bosch? - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
Get your motors running! On this episode Tani and Auk welcome Brian from Bosch to talk about the new motor. Bosch's bike devision is made for riders by riders. Take a listen as Bryan breaks down Bosch's new industry leading motor. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #bosch #boschmotors #ebike…
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Pivot is on Firebird and Demo Bikes - The Path Bike Shop
Spring is in the air, we are ready to ride and so should you be! The Path has a ton of new Demo bikes being added to the fleet for all to try and a great financing deal through the end of May. The boys are also really fired up on the Pivot Firebird that just launched and Auk shares some tales…
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Regulator in The Year of All Mountain, High Rise Handlebars and Lowrider Cars - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
We are going from Lowriders to Highrisers in this episode. Auk discusses his recent trip to the Petersen Automotive Museum to check out the Lowrider exhibit while Tani discovers Auk's affinity for having high rise bars. The fellas also Transition into talking about the new Regulator that just…
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Drop It Like It's Hot - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode, daylight savings is here and the boys are excited to ride some of the local trails in the Santa Ana Mountains. Shop news includes rad happenings like Demo Days, Take Off Parts now on sale on The Path's website and new bikes are coming soon! And you have questions and Auk has...
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Writing Bad Checks - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
You can't find a better time than our latest podcast! In this episode Tani and Auk get really excited about local trail conditions after the recent rains, especially in South OC. But don't write any checks you can't cash on some of these features! The duo also talk about upcoming Demo Days…
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Blackstar, Brakes and a Trailcat - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode, we have a vibe going much like riding Blackstar Canyon at night! Listen in as Auk shares a revelation he had after getting some consistent rides in and Tani has some great shop news including the return of Demo Days. Also, the boys brake-down some of their favorite components to...
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What's In the Bag? - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Tani and Auk hold down the fort and discuss the SoCal Fires, the Palm Canyon Epic and upcoming local races. The boys also go over the key essentials to carry in your riding bag. In shop news we have new hats in stock, there's a Pivot Demo Day on deck, our 2024 Orbeas are 30% off…
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MTB Alan Announcement - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode we welcome back team rider MTB Alan and announce that we taking our sponsorship to another level. Alan is a great ambassador of our sport and we are stoked to have him on board. Also, Tani talks about his childhood in Maui and some of the new trails there, Auk fills us in on…
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Getting Over The Hump With Matt Wenger- The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode Auk and Tani sit down with Matt Wenger and talk all things Over The Hump. From it's origins story to where OTH is now, Matt has had quite the journey to get to this point. #mountainbiking #mtb #mtblife #overthehump #raceoc #ocmtba #lovethebikeyouride Check out The Path Bike Shop...
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California Loam with Andrew from Shimano
In this episode, Auk and Tani are joined by bike legend Andrew Kempe. They discuss Andrew's history of riding and racing bikes since the early 90s. Andrew tells the origin story of Single Speed World Championships, and talks about industry jobs including Canyon Cyclery, Nema, REI, and Shimano....
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Night Riders - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
In this episode of the podcast Tani and Auk talk about less daylight this time of year and the opportunity for more night rides. They go over the essentials for trail riding at night. Tani suggests doing bike maintenance in the fall and winter while your shop is not as busy, and they go over The...
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Feraline Reveal - The Path Bike Shop Podcast
On this episode Auk and Tani introduce the new shop hats, discuss the Pivot Shuttle LT and compare the new generation motors on the new Valas. Auk also talks about riding local trails while Tani goes over the Santa Cruz Hightower and Heckler. We end strong previewing the new Feraline cranks that...
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Grand Opening
In this episode of the podcast Tani and Auk jump right into shop news and the upcoming grand opening anniversary of the new shop location. Next, they discuss new bikes covering the Pivot Phoenix and the Santa Cruz Vala before closing on Crestline Bikes.
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Massage Gun Bleeding
In this episode, Tani returns from his latest trip to the Pacific Northwest sharing his ride experiences and lessons learned. He gives tips for people traveling up to the PNW, and discusses the challenges of managing a business while on the road. They discuss new products being sold at the shop...
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Body Positioning
In this episode of the podcast Tani and Auk cover a range of topics from the benefits of short cranks, to MTB focused apps. Features of the new Santa Cruz Bronson are discussed before closing with minimalist equipment and the fundamentals of body positioning.
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Brakin' It Down with Nick from Shimano
In this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Nick from Shimano. The introduction of Shimano shifting technology is discussed before Nate covers his past getting into mountain biking and competitive mechanic competitions. Eventually, they discuss gearbox tech and the manufacturing process. They...
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Returning to Me Bikes
In this episode, Tani and Auk start with the peaks and valleys of the bike industry and what current trends are looking like. They cover the mistakes of a bike fit and what effect wheelbase geometry can have on your overall ride quality. Lastly shop news and deals are discussed before wrapping up...
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Tani, Auk, and the occasional guest talk all things mountain biking!
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