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Bikes & Big Ideas

BLISTER
Mountain Biking
Bikes
Gear
BLISTER Summit
Biking
Night Riding
Soft Goods
Light Design
Atherton Bikes
Gravity Tire Lineup
Tire Design
Continental
E-Bikes
Trail Riding
Electric Lights
Crested Butte
Enduro Bikes
Bicycle Manufacturing
Mental Health
Dampers

Bikes & Big Ideas is the weekly podcast from BLISTER that's dedicated to the most interesting conversations and ideas from the bike world — and beyond.

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Today, we’re kicking off a new series for Bikes and Big Ideas: we’re setting out to identify the best bikes of the 21st century from over 30 brands. We’ve done a similar series over on our Gear:30 podcast for skis, but that was easy compared to doing... more

The days are getting short and the weather is turning foul, but we’re still testing a ton of new bikes and gear. David Golay and Zack Henderson sat down to discuss a bunch of it, including the very burly Priority Vanth, the super lively Propain Hugen... more

Since its inception in 2001, Red Bull Rampage has demanded athletes walk a fine line between risk and reward, and the unfortunate injuries that go with that have been numerous. But with four riders heli-evac’d with serious injuries, this year’s Rampa... more

Priority Cycles may be a new brand to the full-suspension MTB world, but they’ve got a ton of experience building belt-drive, gearbox bikes — and now they’ve launched the Vanth, a remarkably affordable high-pivot Pinion gearbox-equipped Enduro bike. ... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron Bland
Founder of Madrone Cycles, focusing on innovative bike components
Madrone Cycles
Episode: Madrone Cycles on the Jab Derailleur & Going Head to Head w/ SRAM and Shimano
Henry Lanman
Co-founder of Rocket Ramps
Rocket Ramps
Episode: Rocket Ramps on Building Trails, Ramps, and Action Sports Infrastructure
Stefan Klein
General manager of Paladin Engineering
Paladin Engineering
Episode: Paladin Bikes on the Wild-Looking AM1, Machining Frames & More
Elliot Tanner
Founder of Stashed, specializing in bike storage systems
Stashed
Episode: Stashed’s Elliot Tanner on Making Innovative Bike Storage Systems
Erik Olson
Co-founder of Portland Design Works
Portland Design Works
Episode: Portland Design Works’ Erik Olson on Making Products for the Everyday Cyclist
Jacob Heilbron
Co-founder of Kona
Kona
Episode: The Resurrection of Kona w/ Jacob Heilbron
Cam Belisle-O'Donnell
Founder of Outlier MTB
Outlier MTB
Episode: Outlier MTB on Product Design, Founding a Company, & Their Wild Looking Flat Pedals
Jimmy Davis
Founder and engineer at Cascade Components
Cascade Components
Episode: Cascade Components’ Stumpjumper High-Pivot Conversion
Cedric Eveleigh
Founder of Lal Bikes and inventor of the Supre Drive
Lal Bikes
Episode: Lal Bikes on the Supre Drive & Katana Trail Bike

Hosts

Simon Stewart
Host of the Bikes & Big Ideas Podcast, with a focus on insightful discussions in the biking realm.
David Golay
Bike Editor at Blister, known for comprehensive insights and reviews in the biking industry.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 281 ratings
  • Good but not great...

    After 20+ pods I can say the topics are wide ranging & relevant, but David Golays habit of pausing every 3-5 words is maddening and he says "well, and

    - uh... well, uh... I guess we'll see" so much it's unbearable. It breaks up conversation and alters what guests are saying because they think he has stopped talking… fix this & it's very good pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    wet desert
    United States4 months ago
  • Although there have been some interesting guest interviews, this pod is turning into "motor bikes & big batteries" so it's time for me to move on. If you want to shred trails at high speed on motor bikes you might like it.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    pedalpower
    4 months ago
  • Good but not great...

    After 20+ pods I can say the topics are wide ranging & relevant, but David Golays habit of pausing every 3-5 words is maddening and he says "well, uh... well, uh... I guess we'll see" so much it's nearly unbearable. It breaks up conversation and alters what guests are saying because they think he has stopped talking… fix this & it's very good pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    wet desert
    United States6 months ago
  • Very Good and...

    After 10-15 pods I can say the topics here are wide ranging & relevant, well done. David's habit of pausing every 3/5/10 words is maddening however. That's a petty topic but delivery matters. It breaks up the flow of conversation and even alters what guests are saying because they think he has stopped talking… fix this & it's 5-star pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    wet desert
    United States8 months ago
  • Shallow and Difficult to Listen to

    The positives of this podcast are that it is absent of the inside-joke-bro banter of other podcasts and there are industry guests. However, the reviews and interviews lack depth and seem to regurgitate marking jargon. I question how strong of a rider David is but I give him credit for pulling notable riders onto the pod. I feel bad for saying this, because it may be a neurological issue, but the speaking patterns and pauses made by David are so distracting that I can’t listen to him. Turning up ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Unbiased 01001
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The ability to access thoughtful and non-redundant content about mountain biking is frequently highlighted as a strong point, along with a perceived lack of unnecessary banter.
Some concerns are raised about the pacing of discussions, particularly with one host's speech patterns being a point of critique.
Listeners appreciate the wide range of topics and in-depth discussions, often finding the insights informative and engaging.

Talking Points

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Paladin Bikes on the Wild-Looking AM1, Machining Frames & More
Q: Why did you ultimately settle on going the machined aluminum route?
The team wanted to keep production in-house in the U.S. and reduce the number of joints for reliability and cost-efficiency.
Paladin Bikes on the Wild-Looking AM1, Machining Frames & More
Q: What is Paladin and what do you do there?
Paladin is branching out into bike manufacturing from robotics, and Stefan shares his role in leading this transition.
Reviewing the News w/ Mike Ferrentino & Simon Stewart (August, 2025)
Q: What can we do to understand the risks of heart disease as active athletes?
Simon suggests discussing getting a calcium test, which could provide a calcium score indicating heart disease risk. It's essential for aging athletes to advocate for this test during doctor visits.
George Brannigan on the State of World Cup DH, Hardline, the Motorhead Edit & More
Q: What do you think about the current state of World Cup racing?
George is skeptical about the changes being made and emphasizes that despite attempts at reform, he doesn't see much improvement in viewership or engagement with the series.
George Brannigan on the State of World Cup DH, Hardline, the Motorhead Edit & More
Q: What made you decide to retire from World Cup racing?
George explains that after 15 years of racing, struggles with chronic fatigue, and a desire to enjoy competing again led him to step away from World Cups.

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This podcast engages listeners with captivating discussions surrounding the biking world, technology, and broader lifestyle themes. Episodes often highlight significant events in mountain biking, innovative gear reviews, and personal narratives from both hosts and guests that reflect the ethos of the biking community. It stands out for its thoughtful approach, prioritizing in-depth conversations over superficial commentary, thus appealing to both cycling enthusiasts and those interested in outdoor sports culture and gear innovation.

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Bikes & Big Ideas launched 7 years ago and published 302 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. Aaron Bland
2. Henry Lanman
3. Stefan Klein
4. Elliot Tanner
5. Erik Olson
6. Jacob Heilbron
7. Cam Belisle-O'Donnell
8. Jimmy Davis

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