MTB Podcast – Episode 8 – The Mountain Biker's Guide to Roadies

The mountain bikers guide to road cycling! Steven and Jonathan break down all the peculiarities, and mend fences between the two sides of riding. Also, new segment intros! Let us know what you think. Topics covered in this episode: • Oakland super cross review • Foil paper for edibles (Reynolds Pan Liner) • When is the proper time to cat up? • How to do a proper warmup for mountain bike racing • Why most bike companies don't make small frames with 29" wheels • The best women's mountain bike for all around trail riding • Should you upgrade your old bike or buy a new one? • How to know if you should get a longer travel fork for trail riding • EWS Challenger Events: http://www.pinkbike.com/news/the-countdown-to-the-2017-enduro-world-series-is-on.html • Andes Pacifico: http://www.vitalmtb.com/news/news/Andes-Pacifico-2017-Day-One,1023 • Dave Weins new Executive Director of IMBA • Cane Creek AER Headsets: http://reviews.mtbr.com/cane-creek-introduces-new-headsets-for-2017 • Rossignol buys Felt: http://www.pinkbike.com/news/felt-bicycles-acquired-by-rossignol-group-2017.html • Should road cyclists pay insurance and registration? • What laws should cyclists follow? • Why do cyclists ride in the middle of the road? • Why do cyclists wear those weird hats? • Should you put your helmet straps on the inside or outside of your helmet? • Roadie apparel explained (including Rapha) • Road racing tactics explained • Road bikes explained • Weird roadie culture explained • Rapha Merino Wool Arm Warmers: http://www.rapha.cc/us/en_US/shop/merino-arm-warmers/product/WAW01 • Race Face Next SL G4 Crankset: https://www.raceface.com/products/details/next-sl-g4