The Ride Companion

Our first podcast from Nissan studios! Wyn Masters joins Olly and Davi for a quintessentially British al fresco podcast. In this episode, Wyn discusses how living in various countries has shaped his personality and his ongoing quest to find new riding companions. He also opens up about fatherhood, offering hilarious advice for new dads on time management, social media, and why he believes kids don’t need the most expensive bikes. Wyn further shares his insights on the current state of downhill racing, what he thinks sets Amaury Pierron and Loic Bruni apart from the rest of the field, how the privateer project really works, and much more. We hope you enjoy this episode and are as excited as we are about our new mobile setup, courtesy of Nissan!

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This episode's sponsors & News

• Peak Supps: We want to make supplementing for riding as easy as possible with The Ride Companion bundle. It contains everything you need for pre/post ride, recovery and hydration and, you can get new sticker sheet for free too! Head to peaksupps.co.uk and use code ‘theridecompanion’ for 10% off. (*Discount code not available on other bundles, discounts and weights)
• Everybody needs a WORX Hydroshot and other power tools, right? Get 15% off all WORX tools at uk.worx.com when you use code THERIDECOMPANION

Support our long term partners - Nissan Vans: https://www.nissan.co.uk/vehicles/new-vehicles/primastar.html - Sign up to and follow The Race Companion: https://www.theracecompanion.com https://www.instagram.com/theracecompanion - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr

Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at compex.com/uk/ - Peak Supps: Get 10% off the TRC bundle and everything on site with code ‘theridecompanion’ at peaksupps.co.uk - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at worx.com - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at laka.co - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site.

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Ben Plenge is in studio for a hard hitting banger of a podcast! On this episode of The Ride Companion Ben Plenge opens up about his past in the British Army, sharing intense war stories from his time in Iraq and Afghanistan, including the Battle of Danny Boy, one of the most brutal British military engagements in recent history and the war crimes inquiry that followed years later. Beyond his military past, Ben breaks down the biggest myths in MTB training, explaining why most riders are training wrong and how certain high-intensity workouts could be doing more harm than good. He shares practical advice on recovery, cold plunges, and why focusing on the “other 23 hours” of your day matters more than you think. If you’re preparing for a multi-day MTB event, Ben reveals the most common mistake that wrecks riders before they even start, outlines the three essential pieces of equipment for building the perfect MTB gym and much more... EXCLUSIVE OFFER Take your riding to the next level in 2025 with one of Ben's online training programmes. Code TRC will save you:- 30% OFF The Over 40s MTB Programme. This is for busy mid life riders who are getting back into fitness or training. Gym or home training options. One time purchase. thestrengthfactory.uk/over-40s-programme/ 50% OFF the first month of The Complete MTB Programme. This is a more performance focused programme for trail riders and enduro racers. 1 Week free trial then monthly subscription. Gym needed. thestrengthfactory.uk/complete-mtb-programme/ All programmes covered by a 100% money back guarantee, so you sign up completely risk free. Follow Ben on Instagram instagram.com/strengthfactory_coach/ BIG thanks to this episode's sponsors:

• Get 15% off OneSkin with the code RIDECOMPANION at oneskin.co/
• With all these pro rider insights you're going to want to recover like a pro too! Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at https://www.compex.com/uk/

Support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: marinbikes.com/gb - Focus Bikes: focus-bikes.com - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at huel.com/ - Nissan Vans: nissan.co.uk/vehicles/new-vehicles/primastar.html - Play Fantasy Downhill at The Race Companion: theracecompanion.com instagram.com/theracecompanion - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr

Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at compex.com/uk/ - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at worx.com - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at laka.co - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site.

Follow Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast

Reece Wilson is in studio for a well overdue podcast! Former Downhill World Champion Reece Wilson joins the podcast for a deep dive into his career so far, from his switch from motocross to downhill to the highs and lows of racing at the elite level. We discuss his decision to leave a secure factory contract to build his own team, Aon Racing. Reece opens up becoming a part owner of GAMUX, the challenges of building a race program from scratch, insights in to the evolution of training for downhill, dealing with major injuries, and his thoughts on the future of the sport under Warner Bros. Discovery. Plus, much more... Follow Reece Wilson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/reecowilson/ Follow AON Racing on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aonracing_/ BIG thanks to this episode's sponsors:

Everybody needs a WORX Hydroshot and some power tools, right? Get 15% off all WORX tools at https://uk.worx.com when you use code THERIDECOMPANION - Invisiframe are offering TRC listeners an EXCLUSIVE 15% OFF their wide range of PPF kits, decals, bike wash and their new protective coating with code 'theridecompanion' over at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk

Support our long term partners: - Marin Bikes: marinbikes.com/gb - Focus Bikes: focus-bikes.com - HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at huel.com/ - Nissan Vans: nissan.co.uk/vehicles/new-vehicles/primastar.html - Play Fantasy Downhill at The Race Companion: theracecompanion.com instagram.com/theracecompanion - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr

Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at compex.com/uk/ - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at worx.com - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at laka.co - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site.

Follow Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast

Brendan Fairclough and Olly Wilkins get together in the van on route to DYFI to break down Red Bull Rampage 2024. The lads discuss Brendan's approach to the event, pressure, Godziek's front flip, Tom Isted's insane run, Should Brendan Semenuk have won, the right of passage to competing at Rampage, how the judges apologised for Brendan's 2023 score before the event and of course, his thoughts on the final result.

All VLOGS, PODCASTS, and content can be found here: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/blogs/trc-news/team-gb-red-bull-rampage-2024

Watch all episodes on Drivetime on Olly's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/owilkins23?sub_confirmation=1

• Nissan Vans: https://www.nissan.co.uk/vehicles/new-vehicles/primastar.html
• Play Fantasy Downhill at The Race Companion:
  • Website: https://www.theracecompanion.com
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theracecompanion
• Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr
• Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION
• Compex: Get 20% off with code 'THERIDECOMPANION' at compex.com/uk/
• Peak Supps: Get 10% off the TRC bundle and everything on site with code 'theridecompanion' at peaksupps.co.uk
• Worx: Get 15% off with code 'THERIDECOMPANION' at uk.worx.com
• LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code 'RIDECOMPANION30' at laka.co
• HKT Products: Use code 'PODCAST' for 10% off the entire site.

• Olly Wilkins:
  • Instagram: @odub_23
  • YouTube: @owilkins23
• The Ride Companion:
  • Instagram: @theridecompanion
  • YouTube: @TheRideCompanion
• BTS Channel: YouTube @moreridecompanion
• Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes, and more at theridecompanion.co.uk

Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By & Produced By TRC Media House

Ya boy BK is back in the studio!! In part one of this episode, Olly and Davi discuss recent news, trying to book Travis Pastrana, and the Goodwood Festival of Speed. In part two, Olly sits down with Bernard Kerr to recap his season so far and much more. Bernard shares insights from testing features at Red Bull Hardline in Tasmania and Wales, explains how Red Bull prioritizes athletes' best interests, and reveals the strategy behind Jim Monro's gap jump crash footage and its massive viewership. He also breaks down his season, including not qualifying in Val di Sole, the mudder in Les Gets, and offers secret training and bike setup tips. Bernard also shares some inside knowledge about Dakotah Norton’s bar height, discusses why Amaury Pierron is so fast, and loads more...

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This episode's sponsors & News

• Crankworx Whistler kicks off July 19 – 28 with a stack field in the Air DH and Slopestyle events. Play Fantasy slopestyle at theracecompanion.com/ get tickets at crankworx.com/whistler/ and catch all the action LIVE on Red Bull TV.
• HEverybody needs a WORX Hydroshot and other power tools, right? Get 15% off all WORX tools at https://uk.worx.com when you use code THERIDECOMPANION
• With all these pro rider insights you're going to want to recover like a pro too! Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at compex.com/uk/
• Invisiframe are offering TRC listeners an EXCLUSIVE 15% OFF their wide range of PPF kits, decals, bike wash and their new protective coating with code 'theridecompanion' over at https://www.invisiframe.co.uk

Support our long term partners - Nissan Vans: https://www.nissan.co.uk/vehicles/new-vehicles/primastar.html - Sign up to and follow The Race Companion: https://www.theracecompanion.com https://www.instagram.com/theracecompanion - Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr

Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION - Compex: Get 20% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at compex.com/uk/ - Peak Supps: Get 10% off the TRC bundle and everything on site with code ‘theridecompanion’ at peaksupps.co.uk - Worx: Get 15% off with code ‘THERIDECOMPANION’ at worx.com - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code ‘RIDECOMPANION30’ at laka.co - HKT Products: Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% off the entire site.

Follow & Engage Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast