S2 Ep12: Bad For The Industry, Good For You! | The Global Mountain Bike Show Ep.12
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The episode discusses the current state of second-hand mountain bikes, the ethics of MTB racing, and offers upgrade recommendations.
Bad For The Industry, Good For You! | The Global Mountain Bike Show Ep.12 Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/EsHZljpgYjg This week on The Global Mountain Bike Show, Rich, James, Ferg, and Adam dive into whether there's ever been a better time to pick up a second-hand mountain bike bargain. We discuss the controversial topic of course cutting and cheating in MTB racing. Plus, the team shares their top recommendations for the best value upgrades to improve your bike and your riding. ⏱ Timestamps ⏱ 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - Is Now The Best Time To Buy Second-Hand? 06:53 - Should You Still Buy New Bikes? 10:05 - The Risks Of Buying Second-Hand 12:08 - Cheating & Course Cutting In MTB Racing 15:06 - Race Rules & Sportsmanship 22:39 - The Best Value MTB Upgrades 27:17 - Bike Tweaks & Setup Tips The Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing online mountain bike channel and community – and your destination for the best mountain bike content in the world. GMBN is dedicated to inspiring and unlocking your riding potential. Our videos cater to fans of every mountain bike discipline: from mile-munching cross-country (XC)…
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