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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, the crew covers all the hot tea from the first World Cup in Poland, but most importantly, gets an update on Dak's highly anticipated return to racing. We hope you enjoy the show, and we will see everyone next week for a post-Loudenvielle podcast! 0:00 - Intro / Crew Updates5:32 - Dak Injury Update13:37 - Dak's return to racing??16:30 - Post-injury fears getting back to racing?19:13 - Transparency while recovering22:14 - Bike setup post-injury 25:34 - Is there too much coverage per race weekend? 30:27 - #polegate #bringbacktape 36:05 - Ryan Gilcrest going around the start wand at Crankworx 40:29 - Course marking inconsistencies 42:40 - Q1 and Q2 thoughts and strategy 47:27 - Pit boards in qualifying50:16 - 3 person podiums: yay or nay?53:54 - Rotor guards: so hot right now55:23 - Fenders vs. mudguards 58:07 - Lit Kit & Worst Kit in Poland1:01:41 - Maxxis Make or Brake Section1:04:01 - Riders looking tired mid-run 1:04:42 - Tire choice for the weekend1:05:45 - Is Poland too one-lined?1:11:31 - Goggle setup thoughts for the mud1:20:08 - Junior Women's Race Recap 1:21:15 - Junior Men's Race Recap1:24:40 - Tanner's hot take on Junior racing1:29:40 - Elite Women's Race Recap1:32:12 - Jason's first ride impressions of the new Orbea Rallon DH bike1:37:23 - Elite Men's Race Recap1:43:53 - Thoughts on the vibe around Poland/this World Cup season 1:52:46 - Who has the most podiums now that we only do top 31:53:25 - Burgtec Labour of Love Award
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