Mountain Cog
Josh Anderson & Dane Higgins
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Mountain bike podcast that will make you laugh and learn. Featuring a wide range of passionate guests. Available everywhere (Apple, Spotify etc).
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128 - Are Chinese Brands Disrupting the Mountain Bike Industry?
Send us Fan MailIf you've been paying attention to the mountain bike market lately, you've probably noticed some unfamiliar brand names popping up — and some surprisingly low price tags attached to…
127 - Bike Shop Secrets: Upgrading Your Mountain Bike Fork - Which One, When, and How
Send us Fan MailUpgrading your mountain bike fork is one of the highest-impact changes you can make to your ride — but it's also one of the easiest ways to waste money if you don't know what you're…
126 - Shop Talk: SRAM's Quiet Overhaul, Brembo Brakes, & Why Reach Is Misleading
Send us Fan MailShop Talk is back on the Mountain Cog Podcast, and Episode 126 is loaded. Josh and Dane open with the Avinox M2 motor conversation that's dividing the e-bike world right now — too…
125 - How Much Do Bike Companies Make? More shocking economics.
Send us Fan MailEver wonder how much money bike companies actually make? In this episode, Josh breaks down the real financials behind the mountain bike industry — and the numbers might surprise you.…
124 - Shop Talk: Another Bike Brand Fails, Motor Wars & Value Drivetrain Debate
Send us Fan MailEpisode 124 marks the debut of Shop Talk — Mountain Cog's new recurring episode format built around four segments that cut through the marketing noise and get to what actually matters…
123 - Hayes vs. Shimano Brakes: Which One is Better for You?
Send us Fan MailBrakes are one of those things most riders don't think about until something goes wrong — and then it's all they can think about. This episode of Mountain Cog changes that. Josh and…
122 - Mountain Biker's Guide to Sunglasses: Fit, Lenses, and Top Brands (Rob Tavakoli, SportRX)
Send us Fan MailSunglasses might be the most under-thought of piece of gear in mountain biking. Most riders either skip them entirely or default to whatever they already own, without knowing that the…
121 - Stability, Breathability, & Heat Release - Orange Mud’s Unique Take on Hydration Packs & Business (Josh Sprague, Orange Mud & Seven Clay)
Send us Fan MailWhen Josh Sprague couldn't find a hydration pack that stayed put, ran cool, and didn't feel like dead weight on his back, he built one himself. Fourteen years later, Orange Mud offers…
120 - How Much Do Bike Shops Actually Make? The Shocking Economics of Your LBS.
Send us Fan MailEver wonder why bike shops seem to come and go? The answer's in the math, and it's not pretty. Josh dives deep into industry data from the National Bicycle Dealer Association, trade…
119 - How to Set Up Mountain Bike Suspension: Complete & Simple to Understand Guide from a Suspension Expert
Send us Fan MailDoes your mountain bike fork feel harsh over bumps? Is your suspension bottoming out on drops or packing down in rock gardens? In this comprehensive suspension setup guide,…
118 - How to Start Mountain Biking: Bikes, Gear, Trails & Essential Tips
Send us Fan MailNew to mountain biking in 2026? This beginner-focused episode delivers expert guidance on every aspect of starting your mountain bike journey. Learn the key differences between…
117 - Bike Shop Secrets: Norco Optic & Outbound reviews plus info on tires, shocks, seat posts, and bells.
Send us Fan MailMountain bike enthusiasts get real-world product testing results in this Bike Shop Secrets episode featuring comprehensive reviews of the Norco Optic and Outbound bike lights. Dane…
116 - Bike Shop Secrets: Grip Reviews (SQ Labs & Rev Grips) + Fox Podium Fork and More
Send us Fan MailLooking to upgrade your mountain bike's contact points without breaking the bank? This episode of the Mountain Cog Podcast explores two of the best grip solutions for combating arm…
115 - Bare Innovation's Ryan Burney on Bikes, Business, and Rim Protection
Send us Fan MailStarting a product company in the cycling industry isn't for the faint of heart—just ask Ryan Burney. After years of designing bikes at Cannondale and GT, Ryan quit his job with no…
114 - Why Direct-to-Consumer Bike Companies Are Failing (And What's Next)
Send us Fan MailWhat killed the direct-to-consumer bike boom? This episode combines financial data, industry research, and insider knowledge to explain the DTC mountain bike industry's spectacular…
113 - 500 Miles of Sedona Singletrack: An Advocacy Blueprint That Actually Works (Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition - VVCC)
Send us Fan MailDiscover how the Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition built one of Arizona's most successful mountain bike trail networks in this episode featuring VVCC President Tracy Randall and board…
112 - Bike Shop Secrets: Chasing Creaks - A Mechanic's Nightmare and How You Can Fix It
Send us Fan MailAre you struggling with a mysterious bike creak that's driving you insane? In this episode of Mountain Cog Podcast, hosts Josh and Dane dive deep into the most frustrating problem in…
111 - Bike Shop Secrets: Will My Parts Fit if I Swap Mountain Bike Frames?
Send us Fan MailThinking about swapping your mountain bike frame but wondering if your existing components will transfer over? This comprehensive bike shop secrets episode dives deep into frame…
110 - Quality Bicycle Products (QBP): Why Your Bike Shop Depends on This Hidden Giant (Guest: Bryce Buckner, QBP)
Send us Fan MailWhen your local bike shop orders parts, there's a complex supply chain working behind the scenes that most cyclists never consider. Quality Bicycle Products (QBP) operates as the…
109 - Bike Shop Secrets & Gear We Like: SportRX Huckson Sunglasses, Vittoria Agarro Tires, Frameworks DH Frame and more.
Send us Fan MailIn this thorough mountain bike gear review episode, hosts Josh and Dane share their honest, long-term testing experiences with popular MTB products including SportRX Huckson…
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Mountain Cog has published 128 episodes since September 2022, covering topics in Comedy, Health & Fitness.
Mountain Cog is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 9m.
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