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In this show, Andrew sets out to pick apart the minds and strategies that Top Athletes and Industry leaders use to reach the pinnacle of their Sport. Including their early beginnings, bouncing back from adversity, and candid untold stories from life on the road. As a professional international mountain biker, and now commentator, Andrew “ Needles “ Neethling brings 18 years of experience in all aspects of the Cycling and Mountain Bike Industry.Very MTB related
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Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
The 2026 Downhill World Cup season is ON! Join legendary photographer Sven Martin as we dive deep into the upcoming year of thrilling races on this episode of Bench Racing. Get the inside line on the riders to watch in 2026, New Tracks, New Teams, New Era: 2026 MTB World Cup Preview show is here with some juicy behind-the-scenes info and gossip!
We'll be your go-to source for Downhill World Cup action all season long, bringing you review episodes after every race.
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
After more than two decades at the top of cross-country mountain biking, Nino Schurter reflects on life after stepping away from full-time racing.
In one of his first in-depth conversations since retiring, Nino shares what it’s really like to stay #1 for so long — from the mindset required on race day to adapting through every evolution of the sport.
We talk about longevity, pressure, training, and why success didn’t feel like sacrifice, as well as what comes next beyond the World Cup circuit.
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Luke Meier-Smith went from growing up on a small avocado farm in Australia to standing on top of a World Cup podium — but the path there was anything but smooth.
In this episode, Luke opens up about injuries that nearly ended his career, the mental battles of racing at the highest level, and the breakthrough moment where everything finally clicked. He dives deep into his first World Cup win, the unexpected changes that made the difference, and what it really feels like when years of work pay off in one run.
We also get into Hardline, the evolving World Cup format, and the reality of chasing consistency in one of the most competitive eras downhill has ever seen.
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Friday Mar 20, 2026
Friday Mar 20, 2026
From backyard jumps to one of the biggest freeride events on the planet.
Sam Reynolds dives into Darkfest’s 10-year legacy, the progression of big air, and what the future holds.
He opens up on how it all started, what it really took to build it into a cornerstone of the freeride calendar, and just how tough it is to curate the invite list.
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Tom Van Steenbergen has built a career pushing the limits of Freeride mountain biking. From landing world-record front flips at Red Bull Rampage to surviving some of the most devastating crashes the sport has seen, Tom’s journey is one of risk, resilience and relentless progression.
Tom talks about the mindset behind Rampage, the brutal injuries that nearly ended his career, and what it really takes to keep coming back.
Tom opens up about fear, recovery, fatherhood, and why he still chooses to push the limits on a mountain bike.
If you love freeride MTB, Rampage stories and the psychology behind extreme sports, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
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Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
From wrenching in the golden era of 90’s motocross — working alongside icons like Jeremy McGrath — to racing downhill during its wild west rockstar phase… to training elite motocross champions like Ryan Villopoto… Randy has seen it all.
This is a raw conversation about talent, work ethic, burnout, fatherhood, and what it actually takes to build a champion.
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Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Randy Lawrence has lived multiple lifetimes in two-wheel sport.
From wrenching in the golden era of 90’s motocross — working alongside icons like Jeremy McGrath — to racing downhill during its wild west rockstar phase… to training elite motocross champions like Ryan Villopoto… Randy has seen it all.
This is a raw conversation about talent, work ethic, burnout, fatherhood, and what it actually takes to build a champion.
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Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
In this episode of Moving the Needle, Andreas Kolb opens up about the hardest season of his career — racing under pressure, dealing with uncertainty behind the scenes, and staying mentally strong when his future felt unclear.
We unpack how riding for himself, trusting the process, and delivering when it mattered ultimately led to a dream opportunity with the Santa Cruz Syndicate for 2026.
A raw conversation about belief, timing, and why tough seasons often set up the biggest breakthroughs.
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Dakotah Norton opens up about a career-threatening hip injury, the tough recovery no one saw, and how he found his way back to form during the 2025 season.
He also breaks down his 2026 team move, what changed behind the scenes, and why this next chapter feels different — not just on the bike, but mentally and professionally.
An honest conversation about setbacks, resilience, and choosing the right environment to perform at your best.
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Dakotah Norton opens up about his major 2026 team move, what led to the decision, and why this next chapter feels different.
In this short clip, Dak talks mindset, long-term goals, and how timing, support, and direction played a huge role after stepping away from his previous setup.
We also touch on what he’s looking for heading into 2026 — on and off the bike — and why this move feels like the right reset at the right moment.
🎧 Full episode out Jan 13th!! Check back then.