Just Ride

In this episode of Just Ride, Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson sit down with Christopher Blevins to reflect on a historic season that saw him become the first American in 34 years to win the UCI Cross-country Overall World Cup title. Christopher shares how years of patience, persistence, and trusting the process finally came together at the highest level.The conversation explores Christopher's BMX roots, the mindset that helped him reach the top of cross-country racing, and why meditation, staying present, and focusing on the process matter more than chasing results. They also dive into bike setup, racing psychology, the future of XC, and why mountain biking needs more personality and storytelling.Christopher also discusses the growth of cross-country racing in the United States, his creative project Still Spoke, his ambitions heading toward the Olympics, and what excites him most about the future of mountain biking.

In this episode of Just Ride, Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson sit down with Asa Vermette to reflect on his remarkable rise from junior standout to Elite World Cup winner. Asa opens up about the highs and lows of his final junior season, how setbacks helped shape his mindset, and what it was like to claim victory in his very first Elite World Cup.The conversation explores everything from bike setup and finding confidence on race day to working alongside downhill legend Aaron Gwin, learning to trust the process, and discovering the elusive "flow state" that every racer chases. Asa also shares how his approach to training, racing, and preparation has evolved as he's stepped onto the biggest stage in downhill mountain biking.They also discuss Red Bull Hardline, the resurgence of American downhill racing, life on the Frameworks team, and what the future holds for one of the sport's brightest young stars.

In this episode of Just Ride, Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson sit down with Neko Mulally to talk about building Frameworks Racing from the ground up, from homemade bike prototypes to one of the most talked-about teams in downhill mountain biking.
Neko shares the story behind signing Asa Vermette, bringing Aaron Gwin onto the team, developing World Cup race bikes, and creating a team culture built around trust, performance, and progression. The conversation dives into bike setup, rider development, Hardline, American downhill racing, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level.
They also discuss the future of Frameworks, growing the sport in the U.S., and why simplicity, confidence, and passion still matter in modern downhill MTB.
Join Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson in Just Ride as they delve into an array of cycling adventures.
Whether on your screens or in your ears, catch them speaking to the biggest names from the world of mountain biking, road cycling, and everything in-between. We've got some incredible guests planned - and we will be bringing you Just Ride from all around the world.
Come and join the ride!
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In this episode of Just Ride, Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson sit down with Greg Minnaar to talk about life after racing, building a modern World Cup downhill team, and what it really takes to stay competitive at the highest level of the sport.
From bike setup and rider development to data analysis, team structure, and managing pressure, Greg shares how downhill racing has evolved over the years and how teams are constantly searching for new ways to gain an edge. He also opens up about transitioning from athlete to team director and helping guide the next generation of riders.
The conversation dives deep into World Cup racing, Hardline, the future of downhill MTB, legendary rivalries, and the mindset behind one of the most successful careers the sport has ever seen.

Join Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson in Just Ride as they delve into an array of cycling adventures.
Whether on your screens or in your ears, catch them speaking to the biggest names from the world of mountain biking, road cycling, and everything in-between. We've got some incredible guests planned - and we will be bringing you Just Ride from all around the world.
Come and join the ride!
#mtb #redbull #justride00:00 - Intro
00:45 Greg Minnaar’s New Role After Downhill Racing
01:26 How a World Cup DH Team Actually Works
03:23 Why Pro Downhill Teams Became More Professional
06:13 How Teams Help Riders Perform Better in DH Racing
07:13 Why Greg Minnaar Never Truly Dominated DH Racing
08:29 What Happens Behind the Scenes of a DH Team
10:12 How Greg Minnaar Helps Riders Handle Pressure
12:11 How Teams Find Future DH World Cup Riders
13:43 How Great DH Teams Build Winning Riders
16:14 How Pro Riders Set Up DH Bikes
18:31 What Honda Taught Greg Minnaar About Bike Setup
19:36 How Data Is Used in Modern Downhill Racing
22:15 What DH Teams Learn From Bike Telemetry Data
24:10 How Riders React to Coaching and Bike Changes
25:28 Why Team Pressure Feels Different From Racing
27:06 How DH Riders Choose Fast Lines on Track
29:15 Why Modern DH Riders Need More Team Support
30:40 Why World Cup DH Practice Is Harder Now
32:32 How DH Teams Compete Against Specialized & Commencal
35:02 How Adidas Joined Greg Minnaar’s DH Team
37:21 How Teams Recruit Future Downhill Riders
39:16 Why Greg Minnaar Has Mixed Feelings About Hardline
41:40 Why American Downhill Racing Is Growing Again
43:00 What the Future of Downhill Racing Looks Like
44:01 Why Modern DH Racing Is Faster Than Ever
46:31 Greg Minnaar on Life After Racing
48:30 Why Building a Winning DH Team Is So Hard
49:16 Greg Minnaar’s Most Legendary World Championship Win
52:14 What Makes Greg Minnaar So Respected in DH Racing

A new season of Just Ride is here.

Get ready for bigger stories, deeper conversations, and even more from the world of cycling. From mountain biking to road, and everything in between, Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson are back with an incredible lineup of guests and adventures from across the globe.

This is just a taste of what’s to come…

Whether on your screens or in your ears, catch them speaking to the biggest names from the world of mountain biking, road cycling, and everything in-between. We've got some incredible guests planned - and we will be bringing you Just Ride from all around the world. 

Come and join the ride!

#podcast #redbull #justride