The Trail Hub Podcast

Looking to dial in your bike for the Megavalanche? These simple setup tips can help get you ready to race and across the finish line without overcomplicating things. 

From recommended tire choice to quirky mudguard advise , we’ll cover what worked (and what didn’t) to make sure you’re prepared for the Megavalanche. 

No need to be a pro, just solid advice for anyone taking on this epic race.

Are you racing...

In this episode we go in depth and talk about an incredible holiday in which you can get involved with! 

The French Alps Tour is all about exploring quiet, low key bike parks with all the bells and whistles included.

Great for all skill levels, and all you need to do is get yourself to the airport/resort and we’ll take care of the rest!

Ride 4 bike parks across 6 days of riding, 99% of which is chairlift ...

Are you planning a trip to the French Alps to ride bikes?
If the answer is yes and you are doing it for one of the first times then you may wonder which is the best and most cost effective way to commute you and your bike to resort.

We jump on the line with Charlie from Will-I-Ski? who has made this journey numerous times to talk about your options.  

Charlie helps run our French Alps Tour and he's a kee...

Here's 9 things I wish I'd known before flying with my mountain bike! 

- Leave yourself plenty of time to check in. It can be stressful. Be prepared to be searched. 
- Take a spare roll of tape
- Choose your box, cardboard, zip or solid. 
- Use your pads as padding for the bike. 
- Pack helmets and shoes in hand luggage.  
- Check size allowance for boxes(some don’t forget through conveyer)

You send in your questions and I do my best to answer them! Welcome to the very first episode of 'Progession Session'!  

In this episode we talk about putting together the best MTB European road trip of all time,  Fondues and Bike Parks close to Morzine for any one looking to escape the queues during peak season.

Lot's of bike park chat about Morzine, Schladming, La Plagne and beyond! 

Plea...

Expect to have all your Megavanlanche questions answered in this podcast as i pass on as many practical tips as i can to help you prepare for the event yourselves.

This is part of my ultimate guide to racing the Megavalanche! The race itself has been classed as the longest downhill race in the world. For the planning to take it on expect chaos with some stories to tell the grandkids!

The Megavalanche begins up at ...

Here are 8 tips that can help you build confidence on steep trails!

Riding steep trails is a roller coaster of emotions! each trail can have you scared for your life and also loving it at the same time.

Stay calm, look way ahead and keep practising!
See you on the podium! haha

Check out our videos trail guides aimed at helping you discover new areas and prepare for trips.

 Here's a few...

The Tweed Valley trail network is made up of 3 main riding areas . In this podcast we chat a bit about each venue and through in a few tips for anyone thinking of making a trip!

The Golfie rewards big climbs with big descents. Home to dozens of incredible hand built enduro trails that will keep you on your toes all day. It’s pure enduro heaven!

Glentress is the premiere Scottish trail centre and has over 20km of  graded tra...

Here's a few tips to help you progress onto bigger mtb jump features. 

Podcast breakdown breakdown;
- Bike Set up
- Wear protection
- Dial in your technique
- Start small
- Build confidence 
- Speak/watch other senders to help gauge speed and pop
- Send it!

Links to other tech tips videos;
 - Jump progression -  https://youtu.be/nYpKCqF5OHs
 - Banked Corners - https://youtu...

Flat corners are hard, Try adding these 4 tips to your riding skills to help you go faster!

1. Look beyond your front tyre so you can read the trails ahead
2. Approach in the attack position so you can absorb impacts and move across the bike easier.
3. Do your braking before you enter the corner to keep the bike working freely around the turn.
4. Keep your outside foot down and lean the bike over, Keep your bod...

A ridden and rated review of the Marin Alpine Trail 8, I had this bike for 7 days and put this bike through its paces.

 I rode a selection of different styles of trail from the big jumps at Revolution bike park to the pedal loop at Sherwood Pines. A great allrounder bike which is really at home on bike park trails.

The Great Northern tour Playlist  - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxxTdK9TFSgb9NpA-g7VRDlDS...

Llandegla was a little underwhelming after riding so many other great bike parks during the week. But don't take my word for it, Check out the video and make your own decision before visiting yourself.

The facilities at this trail centre are incredible with an amazing cafe and bike shop. Not to mention the pure beauty of North Wales and the forest itself. But i'm afraid thats where the compliments end from me as ...

Revolution Bike Park is home to the legendary 'Vision line'! We talk through some of the best features and trails of Revs!

This place truly is home to some of the the best in the UK! It's not all about the huge jumps as you will see this place has it's fair share of steep and flowing tech! 

The free ride line is a crowd favourite taking the 'trail of the year' in 2018. This is a great...

Danny Harts Decend Bike Park delivered the goods! I went for a spin and took a look at a few sections, Theres a few tips in there too which could be handy if you're planning a ride there someday.

The decent bike park is part of the Hamsterley forest but not to be confused with the trail centre nearby. 

This place is in true Danny style with big jumps and steep tech downhill trails. It's not a huge hill b...

Here's an overview of the Dalby Forest trail centre, With some info and insights to help you plan your ride!  

The red trail is a huge ride when combined with the black and it comes in at about 25 miles. The red is fairly mellow with a great flow and some leg burning climbs.

The black world cup track was my favourite part which has some steep climbs and more technical riding(Medusas Drop) The Black XC is a lo...

10 questions about your struggles with jumping, Answered! 

We cover everything from building up confidence, Technique and over coming fears when hitting a new feature for the first time as well as loads more.

I asked you all through Facebook and Instagram any questions you have about jumping and this is what you asked. I have done my best to answer these to my ability and hopefully you can pick up a few jumping ti...

Leeds urban bike park is not for everyone but is it somewhere you should have on your bucket list? 

Lots going on here from Pump tracks, Big Jumps, tabletops and a mini xc loop with some fun features! Awesome place for us to progress skills with riding for all levels but mainly aimed at intermediate/begginer. 

Leeds bike park is awesome for a quick blast but you could happily spend all day here too. It's a co...