Bikes & Big Ideas
BLISTERBikes & Big Ideas is the weekly podcast from BLISTER that's dedicated to bringing you the most interesting conversations, news, and developments in the bike world.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 342 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsHealth & Fitness | |||
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blisterreview.com/category/podcasts/blister-vaultWith XC bikes gaining popularity, there is a sea of similar-looking offerings from a bunch of brands — with a wider range of performance attributes than first meets the eye. So today, Blister r... more
North American DH racers are collectively having their best season in a long time, and Anna Newkirk is a big part of that success, notching her first career win — the first by an American woman in 23 years — and currently sitting fourth in the overal... more
Today on The Vault, we’re sharing one of Simon’s favorite moments from a Bikes & Big Ideas conversation where Hayden Zablotny talks about poaching the Proving Grounds event on his way to getting invited to — and then winning — Red Bull Rampage.
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Mike and Simon break down the bike racing in July, including the World Cup MTB racing in La Thuile and Andorra, the Tour de France, and the Canadian Open DH at Crankworx Whistler. They talk about Trek’s decision to limit all their eMTBs to 20 mph, an... more
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- Great show very informative and entertaining
Love the show. I do have a conspiracy theory that Simon isn’t really Irish but other than that it’s a very authentic bike nerd show.
Apple Podcasts5Avid book listener
United Statesa month ago - The ultimate story time for bikes, and other big ideas
Tired of sound bites and click bait? Listen to the B&BI podcast to dive deeper into the subject, with serious discussion for e]people who actual like to think about stuff
Apple Podcasts5rider-readerUnited States5 months ago - Best mtb podcast out there
The range of guests on this podcast and honest technical depth David brings is unparalleled in the mtb world
Apple Podcasts5Sven405United States5 months ago - Stop with all the EMTB content
I subscribed because I’m a lifelong rider and 10+ years as a pro mechanic and want to stay up on new tech. I also don’t ride EMTBs by choice. They seem to always return to this EMoto BS. Blech
Apple Podcasts2Pabl049United States6 months ago - manitou started their 29“ platform wirh the tower
phil should look in more detail into ghe manitou history books 😏
Apple Podcasts2anthony from tyrol
Austria6 months ago
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What is Bikes & Big Ideas about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Bikes & Big Ideas covers a broad spectrum of cycling, from World Cup racing and gear tech to infrastructure, testing, and industry shifts. Episodes frequently feature deep-dive conversations with riders, builders, brand representatives, and journalists, blending race analysis, product development, and policy or data-driven insights. The show stands out for its hands-on testing perspectives, thoughtful discussions on bike culture, and a willingness to explore emerging trends such as e-bikes, framebuilding, and city planning for safer streets. This combination makes it a go-to for listeners who want practical implications for riding, sponsorships, and brand strategy, as well as thoughtful storytelling about the sport and its ecosystem.
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1. The Pinkbike Podcast
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5. Singletracks Mountain Bike Podcast
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Bikes & Big Ideas launched 7 years ago and published 342 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Bikes & Big Ideas include:
1. Anna Newkirk
2. Hayden Zablotny
3. Mike Ferrentino
4. Xan Marshland
5. Martina Haggerty
6. Grace Stonecipher
7. Cam McCaul
8. James Stokoe
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