Race feedback turned into suspension design you can feel.
Chris Hall keeps the focus on how rider feedback moves from World Cup downhill testing into RockShox design, with the linear air XL air spring as the clearest example.

Downtime MTB
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Downtime isn’t just another mountain bike podcast. It’s THE podcast for those who live and breathe gravity riding. Whether you’re chasing podiums or simply pushing your own limits on the trail, Downtime is your essential source for staying ahead of the curve. Downtime connects you with the key figures from the gravity community – the athletes pushing the limits, the mechanics wrenching on the fastest bikes, the industry insiders driving innovation. We bring you their perspectives and expertise, giving you a deeper understanding of the sport than anyone else. If you’re the kind of rider who analyses every line...
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Race feedback turned into suspension design you can feel.
Chris Hall keeps the focus on how rider feedback moves from World Cup downhill testing into RockShox design, with the linear air XL air spring as the clearest example.




Gulf Coast outdoors, told from the boat ramp.

Serious carry talk, practical tradeoffs.

Waterfowl stories from wherever birds are moving.
An interview with RockShox chief engineer Tim Lynch about the development of their latest gravity suspension technology.
Interview with Rob Copeland, new manager of Santa Cruz Syndicate, discussing his transition from psychology to elite mountain bike team leadership.
An interview with the founders of Vertigo Bikes about the history and culture of mountain biking in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Chris Hall interviews performance coach Alan Milway about team moves and the upcoming 2026 gravity mountain bike season.
Interview with mountain biker Lou Ferguson about her Hardline race run and move to Nukeproof.
This episode features an interview with World Cup downhill mountain biker Amaury Pierron and RockShox engineers Craig Miller and Jason Boyd, discussing Amaury's recent racing highs and lows, injury recovery, and the collaborative tech development behind RockShox's new suspension systems.
Host Chris Hall interviews pro rider Eddie Masters about his career shift, the state of enduro racing, and the future of gravity mountain biking.
Interview with Nico Malali about his downhill racing team Frameworks Racing, their new bikes, and signing Aaron Guinn.
This episode features an interview with a saddle expert and discusses the importance of finding the right saddle for mountain biking.
Chris Hall introduces the Downtime podcast, discusses the Canyon Neuron e-bike, and previews an interview about bike saddles.
Host Chris Hall interviews pro rider Jake Atkinson about his rise in gravity mountain biking, from humble beginnings to the world stage.