S2 Ep16: Is This The End For Discounted Bikes? | The Global Mountain Bike Show Ep.16

S2 Ep16: Is This The End For Discounted Bikes? | The Global Mountain Bike Show Ep.16

From GMBN Presents The Global Mountain Bike Show by GMBN - Global Mountain Bike Network

August 19, 2026 · 28 min · Season 2 · Episode 16

About this episode

The episode discusses the best places for mountain bikers, industry news, and the debate on mandatory body protection.

Is This The End For Discounted Bikes? | The Global Mountain Bike Show Ep.16 Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/q6p6HsCGYUw Where is the absolute best place in the world to live if you're a mountain biker? This week, Neil, Rich, Fergus, and Owen discuss iconic MTB hotspots, dive into the latest industry news surrounding Giant's financial turnaround, and debate whether rider body protection should be mandatory. ⏱ Timestamps ⏱ 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Welcome & Episode Overview 00:58 - Where is the Best Place to Live as a Mountain Biker? 09:23 - Giant Group Profits & MTB Industry News 11:43 - Athlete Endorsements & Rider Pay Controversies 17:42 - Body Protection: Should More Armor Be Mandatory? 27:25 - Outro & Wrap Up 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) riders, through adrenaline-fuelled dirt jumpers, gravity-hungry downhillers…

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