My entire life i've admired and respected people who are entrepreneurs. Whether its small or large scale businesses, the thing i admire is the spirit behind identifying a problem and trying to bring a solution to the table. Richard's story is one of many ups and downs, culminating in the realization that providing value to people in a way that you are passionate about is truly what makes life worth living. In this episode we hear about how Ninja MTB was built and some of the things Richard wish he had known earlier!
▶ If you enjoy our channel and want to support it there are a few different ways you can help out below 😊 #1 Join Our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RideMtb Our Patreon is a place where we like to communicate with our community one on one, brainstorm new video ideas, and do monthly hang outs! Being a Patron can also unlock some exclusive discounts so you could save money and support us at the same time! #2 We have some links to our favorite products listed below. Using our link doesn't cost you any money at all but it really helps us out with a small commission of around 5% :) Also if you shop on amazon and use this link ( https://amzn.to/40KYqV6 ) before purchasing anything it will give us a small commision on the sale without costing you anything. This works on all items and categories, not just bike stuff! Thank you guys for everything! We are so glad to have you as part of our crew! Kyle & April https://www.ridemtb.com/ ▶ Most Common Equipment Questions We Get: ● Bikes we use - ( Fezzari Delano, La Sal, Timp ) - bit.ly/44gAlsb ● Helmets we use - ( Jackal & Coyote ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/g1POLr ● Kyle’s riding gear - https://www.tasco-mtb.com/ ● April’s riding gear - https://jenson.sjv.io/vn2QQN ● Shoes we use - ( Vice & Tallac ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/jWja9P ● Our favorite chain lube ( Chain Pro ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/BXKRWy ● Handlebar we use - ( PNW Range 31.8mm ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/eK1PnQ ● Dropper Seat post - ( Loam & Rainier ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/9gLaVj ● Kyle’s clipless pedals - ( Mallet Trail, DH, & Enduro ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/6ey5Gb ● April’s flat pedals - ( Range Composite Pedal ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/vNPq2y ● Tubeless sealant - ( Stans race for events / Standard for day to day riding) https://jenson.sjv.io/y2qQrb ● Wheelsets - ( Stans Mk4 Flow Wheels ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/75akbd ● Drivetrain - ( Shimano SLX / XT / XTR ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/5g5Pj3 ● Favorite riding backpack - ( Camelbak Chase Pak ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/0ZQ91V ● Kneepads we use - https://jenson.sjv.io/Wqy36G ● Feedback bike stand - https://jenson.sjv.io/2rKyMG ● Feedback Repair Stand - ( Normal & Light Ebikes ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/JzKyq7 ● Feedback Repair Stand - ( Heavy E Bikes / Shop Use ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/XYm31b ● Our Favorite Starter Tool Kit - ( Travel & Home ) - bit.ly/40Ve8No ● Favorite Front Tire - Schwalbe Magic Mary Super Trail - https://jenson.sjv.io/21a9Wg ● Favorite Rear Tire - Nobby Nic Super Trail - https://jenson.sjv.io/daOj7q ▶ All of our Pov, Video, and Audio Equipment - https://www.ridemtb.com/gear ▶ Huge thanks to our channel partners for helping us keep these videos ad free during the middle of the video! ● Jenson USA - https://jenson.sjv.io/P0aaRQ ● Fezzari Bikes - https://fezzari.com ● Project Filter, Idaho fights Tobacco - https://bit.ly/3gq4hdv ● SR Suntour - Suspension - https://bit.ly/3w84b0L ● Stan’s No Tubes - Wheels and Sealant - https://bit.ly/3x33JRg ● Schwalbe Tires - https://bit.ly/3itSzRJ ● PNW Components- Handlebar, Stem, Grips, Dropper Post - https://jenson.sjv.io/9gLaVj ● Ergon - Saddles - https://bit.ly/2SnpsEL ● Apparel and Protection - https://bit.ly/34IqcqM https://bit.ly/355BaH2 ● Ride Concepts - Shoes - https://bit.ly/3gBuJRx ● Shimano - Brakes and Drivetrain - https://bit.ly/3pfvPGa ● Onnit - Supplements and Snacks - https://bit.ly/3x6E1vi
In this podcast we got to sit down with Sebastian from the channel NRML MTBER and talk about his rise in popularity, growing an audience, becoming a personality in the bike industry and what is next for him and the team!
▶ If you enjoy our channel and want to support it there are a few different ways you can help out below 😊 #1 Join Our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RideMtb Our Patreon is a place where we like to communicate with our community one on one, brainstorm new video ideas, and do monthly hang outs! Being a Patron can also unlock some exclusive discounts so you could save money and support us at the same time! #2 We have some links to our favorite products listed below. Using our link doesn't cost you any money at all but it really helps us out with a small commission of around 5% :) Also if you shop on amazon and use this link ( https://amzn.to/40KYqV6 ) before purchasing anything it will give us a small commission on the sale without costing you anything. This works on all items and categories, not just bike stuff! Thank you guys for everything! We are so glad to have you as part of our crew! Kyle & April https://www.ridemtb.com/ ▶ All of our Pov, Video, and Audio Equipment - https://www.ridemtb.com/gear ▶ Huge thanks to our channel partners for helping us keep these videos ad free during the middle of the video! ● Jenson USA - https://jenson.sjv.io/P0aaRQ ● Fezzari Bikes - https://fezzari.com ● Project Filter, Idaho fights Tobacco - https://bit.ly/3gq4hdv ● SR Suntour - Suspension - https://bit.ly/3w84b0L ● Stan’s No Tubes - Wheels and Sealant - https://bit.ly/3x33JRg ● Schwalbe Tires - https://bit.ly/3itSzRJ ● PNW Components- Handlebar, Stem, Grips, Dropper Post - https://jenson.sjv.io/9gLaVj ● Ergon - Saddles - https://bit.ly/2SnpsEL ● Apparel and Protection - https://bit.ly/34IqcqM https://bit.ly/355BaH2 ● Ride Concepts - Shoes - https://bit.ly/3gBuJRx ● Shimano - Brakes and Drivetrain - https://bit.ly/3pfvPGa ● Onnit - Supplements and Snacks - https://bit.ly/3x6E1vi 0:00 Introduction 2:25 How much time does it take to produce content 7:28 Where do your ideas come from and do you have people steal your ideas 11:53 What is your most successful video to date 23:20 Have you ever faced internal tension within the team behind the scenes 30:32 How did you learn to make content 33:00 How do you monetize short form Bike videos 42:20 The Artists struggle of making what you want vs what will perform 48:27 How do you feel about the current state of the industry 53:29 The feeling of being a celebrity and the fear that comes with it 1:05:42 Will you always be a part of the bike industry 1:07:05 Do you ever feel pressure to maintain a bigger size for the brand 1:12:54 What is It like living in Marin Country as a mountain biker? 1:25:00 Parting Words
In this podcast, Braydon talks bout the physical and mental struggles that he endured when trying to climb the whole enchilada. How he got into mountain bikes, the importance of mental coaching, Dr Craig Manning, and his bike setup he used for the climb! You can watch Braydons whole adventure here - https://youtu.be/liFHsc8h0hc
Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:54 Braydon’s Background 4:50 Being vulnerable in his film 8600ft 10:00 The Fearless Mind / performance psychology 19:37 Applying the fearless mind principals in real life 21:20 Why did he climb The Whole Enchilada? 22:36 (where it gets heavy) mental health & losing friends 24:31 Continued thought on why he climbed The Whole Enchilada 25:49 Editing the film 27:20 mental health continued 31:16 Speaking engagements 34:25 Did he realize how daunting the climb was? 37:52 Training for the climb 41:03 Why did he start so late in the morning the day of the climb? 42:14 Did he maintain his level of fitness from the training? 43:17 Bike setup for the climb 47:28 Nutrition for the climb 51:20 What’s it like being part of the MTB industry? 55:12 What his focus is now 58:57 Outro
▶ If you enjoy our channel and want to support it there are a few different ways you can help out below 😊
#1 Join Our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RideMtb Our Patreon is a place where we like to communicate with our community one on one, brainstorm new video ideas, and do monthly hang outs! Being a Patron can also unlock some exclusive discounts so you could save money and support us at the same time!
#2 We have some links to our favorite products listed below. Using our link doesn't cost you any money at all but it really helps us out with a small commission of around 5% :) Also if you shop on amazon and use this link ( https://amzn.to/40KYqV6 ) before purchasing anything it will give us a small commision on the sale without costing you anything. This works on all items and categories, not just bike stuff! Thank you guys for everything! We are so glad to have you as part of our crew! Kyle & April https://www.ridemtb.com/
Chapters:
▶ Most Common Equipment Questions We Get:
● Bikes we use - ( Fezzari Delano, La Sal, Timp ) - bit.ly/44gAlsb
● Helmets we use - ( Jackal & Coyote ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/g1POLr
● Kyle’s riding gear - https://www.tasco-mtb.com/
● April’s riding gear - https://jenson.sjv.io/vn2QQN
● Shoes we use - ( Vice & Tallac ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/jWja9P
● Our favorite chain lube ( Chain Pro ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/BXKRWy
● Handlebar we use - ( PNW Range 31.8mm ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/eK1PnQ
● Dropper Seat post - ( Loam & Rainier ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/9gLaVj
● Kyle’s clipless pedals - ( Mallet Trail, DH, & Enduro ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/6ey5Gb
● April’s flat pedals - ( Range Composite Pedal ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/vNPq2y
● Tubeless sealant - ( Stans race for events / Standard for day to day riding) https://jenson.sjv.io/y2qQrb
● Wheelsets - ( Stans Mk4 Flow Wheels ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/75akbd
● Drivetrain - ( Shimano SLX / XT / XTR ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/5g5Pj3
● Favorite riding backpack - ( Camelbak Chase Pak ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/0ZQ91V
● Kneepads we use - https://jenson.sjv.io/Wqy36G
● Feedback bike stand - https://jenson.sjv.io/2rKyMG
● Feedback Repair Stand - ( Normal & Light Ebikes ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/JzKyq7
● Feedback Repair Stand - ( Heavy E Bikes / Shop Use ) - https://jenson.sjv.io/XYm31b
● Our Favorite Starter Tool Kit - ( Travel & Home ) - bit.ly/40Ve8No
● Favorite Front Tire - Schwalbe Magic Mary Super Trail - https://jenson.sjv.io/21a9Wg
● Favorite Rear Tire - Nobby Nic Super Trail - https://jenson.sjv.io/daOj7q
● Our Favorite Lock On Grip - PNW Loam Grip - https://jenson.sjv.io/4edQZ3
● Our Favorite Seat - Ergon Saddle - SMC Mountain - https://jenson.sjv.io/4PGjrM
In this episode we sit down with two local Boise Idaho rippers, Camden Costa & Ryan Outdoors to talk about how they can make a life in the industry, what has changed over the course of my career, and we even get a little insight from Camdens dad.
check them out here
https://www.youtube.com/@theryanoutdoors
https://www.instagram.com/camden_costa/?hl=en ▶ If you enjoy our channel and want to support it there are a few different ways you can help out below 😊 #1 Join Our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RideMtb Our Patreon is a place where we like to communicate with our community one on one, brainstorm new video ideas, and do monthly hang outs! Being a Patron can also unlock some exclusive discounts so you could save money and support us at the same time! Thank you guys for everything! We are so glad to have you as part of our crew! Kyle & April https://www.ridemtb.com/ ▶ Huge thanks to our channel partners for helping us make these videos and supporting our channel. Jenson USA - https://jenson.sjv.io/P0aaRQ Niner Bikes - https://bit.ly/2T9yqWm Project Filter, Idaho fights Tobacco - https://bit.ly/3gq4hdv SR Suntour - Suspension - https://bit.ly/3w84b0L Stan’s No Tubes - Wheels and Sealant - https://bit.ly/3x33JRg Schwalbe Tires - https://bit.ly/3itSzRJ PNW Components- Handlebar, Stem, Grips, Dropper Post - https://bit.ly/3fC8pVU Ergon - Saddles - https://bit.ly/2SnpsEL Apparel and Protection - https://bit.ly/34IqcqM https://bit.ly/355BaH2 Ride Concepts - Shoes - https://bit.ly/3gBuJRx Shimano - Brakes and Drivetrain - https://bit.ly/3pfvPGa Onnit - Supplements and Snacks - https://bit.ly/3x6E1vi
In this episode we sit down with Shawn Spomer of the mountain bike media website Vital MTB. We cover his history in the industry, how Vital MTB came to be, and also delve into the current state of the industry and where mountain biking is going.
This was our first episode in our new space and we had a blast recording it. We owe a huge thanks to our sponsors.
Jenson USA - https://jenson.sjv.io/P0aaRQ
Niner Bikes - https://bit.ly/2T9yqWm
Project Filter, Idaho fights Tobacco - https://bit.ly/3gq4hdv
SR Suntour - Suspension - https://bit.ly/3w84b0L
Stan’s No Tubes - Wheels and Sealant - https://bit.ly/3x33JRg
Schwalbe Tires - https://bit.ly/3itSzRJ
PNW Components- Handlebar, Stem, Grips, Dropper Post - https://bit.ly/3fC8pVU
Ride Concepts - Shoes - https://bit.ly/3gBuJRx
Shimano - Brakes and Drivetrain - https://bit.ly/3pfvPGa
I got a chance to sit down with Paul and talk about how he was able to create a path for himself in the bike community never saying no. Huge thanks to Paul for sitting down with me and giving some awesome insight. Make sure to check out his channel @Paul The Punter and let me know if you guys would enjoy more of these style interviews in the future!