Ever finish a ride and think, “I earned this entire buffet”? This episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast dives deep into MTB eating habits, fasting, sugar crashes, and why “I rode today so I’m going to stuff my face” might be the ultimate mountain bike eating disorder.

We also break down riding loose, pumping and bouncing the trail for more traction and flow, J-hop technique (jump like a jaguar!), and how getting heavy/light on the bike unlocks speed, grip, and confidence. Add in mindset tips, hilarious listener stories, and a reminder that the skills are already in there, you just need to unlock them! You got this!

We wanna know! Do you struggle more with post-ride eating? Are you working on staying loose and flowing on the trail? Join the conversation and leave your comments below, or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Sage: Trail Builders – Sage is grateful for all the local trail builders putting in the work behind the scenes. On a recent ride, he discovered several new features and was reminded that someone out there is spending real time and effort building trails and creating progression. Huge thanks to the riders building and shaping trails at Smedley and all our local trail systems!

Dan: Hawes Trail Alliance - Dan is incredibly grateful to the Hawes Trail Alliance. The HTA has done amazing work improving the trails, adding jumps, and even building a new (and awesome) parking lot. Their dedication makes riding better for everyone. Please consider donating to the HTA and/or to your local trail builders and advocates everywhere.

MTB Tip of the Week:

Keep a shock pump handy. Air shocks can lose PSI at any time, and having the right pump can completely save your ride. A shock pump also lets you fine-tune your suspension, so your mountain bike feels dialed and ready to rip.

Fox Digital Shock Pump https://amzn.to/4qsPnGd (Affiliate Link)

Featured Riders:

Ethan - https://www.instagram.com/hensmtb Mark (POV Trails) - https://www.instagram.com/everydaymountainbike Shadey - https://www.instagram.com/___shadey_ Vaughn - https://www.instagram.com/v.spencer_mtb Jeff Lenosky - https://www.instagram.com/jefflenosky Jeff Winsor - https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20 Ryan Butler - https://www.instagram.com/butlerdoesit76 Joe Mullins - https://www.instagram.com/_mojoe_ Kyle - https://www.instagram.com/mr_anderson480 John Ferrell847 - https://www.instagram.com/ferrell847

Additional Links:

Hawes Trail Alliance - https://www.instagram.com/hawestrailalliance Berks Trail works - https://www.instagram.com/berkstrailworks BAMBA - https://www.instagram.com/berksareamba

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/_IACz8LRNl0

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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Happy New Year from the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast! Dan and Sage dig into the difference between MTB goals vs. expectations, how riding with presence fuels progression, and why judging riders (or ourselves) only holds us back. The guys reflect on 2025 wins—from fitness gains and confidence on the bike to better mindset and less judgment—while setting 2026 MTB goals like more presence, flat pedals, travel, racing, and continued progression.

Packed with mountain bike mindset, confidence, progression, eMTB discussion, jumping, and gratitude for the Ride & Laugh community, this episode is all about building momentum and trusting the process.

What are some of your 2026 goals? Can snow sports like skiing and snowboarding make mountain bikers more comfortable with jumping? Join the conversation and leave your comments below, or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Dan & Sage: The Ride and Laugh Community - For the final gratitude of 2025, the guys send massive thanks to the incredible Ride & Laugh listeners. Everyone who listens, downloads, comments, emails, shares, and supports the pod is what makes this community so special. Ride & Laugh has become a place for positive vibes, encouragement, and shared stoke—and we’re beyond grateful. Thank you all… the sky’s the limit!

MTB Tip of the Week:

Tag #RideAndLaugh in your social posts and share your rides with Dan, Sage, and the Ride & Laugh community. Help spread the podcast and connect with riders who are supportive, positive, and stoked—because that’s what this community is all about. Abundant good vibes! 🤘 @RideAndLaughPodcast

Featured Riders:

Nathan at Ride Reactive - https://www.instagram.com/ride.reactive Steve at Bent Spokes - https://www.instagram.com/bentspokesmtb Rob Drew - https://www.instagram.com/therobdrew Dennis - https://www.instagram.com/dennyjannettymtb Logan - https://www.instagram.com/fogan_lox_rides_bikes Shelly's son Chris - https://www.instagram.com/crispy_g_26 Bearded MTBR - https://www.instagram.com/beardedmtbr Arturo - https://www.instagram.com/byclas_mtb Brian on a Bike - https://www.instagram.com/brian_on_a_bike

Additional Links:

"Cased" MTB Pads - https://www.instagram.com/ridecased G-Form Pads - https://www.instagram.com/gformofficial PHXBP - https://www.instagram.com/phoenixvillebikepark Takk Gloves - https://www.instagram.com/takkadventurewear

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/LyKfb13IC9c

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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