Fat Adapted vs High Carb, MTB Weight Loss, Les Gets DH, G-Form X4 Pads and More! [RNL S2, Ep 56]

Want to lose weight, get stronger, and climb your MTB faster? We dive into MTB weight loss and management, high-carb fueling versus becoming fat-adapted, and practical mountain bike climbing tips to help you ride stronger and feel better on the bike and in life.

We also tackle the pain cave vs. cramping, overcoming fear after crashes, improving climbing fitness, breathing and heart-rate control, and whether you really need all those gels and sports drinks. Plus, we talk about the wild Les Gets DH race finish, MTB progression, berms, eMTBs, and some hard-earned comeback lessons.

What do you think about high-carb fueling vs. fat adaptation—and would you like us to do a deeper dive into becoming fat adapted for MTB? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Sage: Floor Pump - Sage is grateful for his trusty floor pump! He’s had the same pump since he started mountain biking over 15 years ago. The pump finally gave up, but Sage is nothing but grateful for the years of reliable service!

Dan: G-Form X4 Knee Pads - Dan gives gratitude to his G-Form X4 knee pads. These mountain bike knee pads offer excellent coverage, are comfortable to wear, and have protected his knees through multiple crashes! They’re also incredibly durable and still going strong despite taking a serious beating on the trails.

MTB Tip of the Week:

Learn how to ride a MTB berm with confidence and speed! Push your weight into the berm with strong legs and stay connected to the trail. The same technique works on straight rollers: get light, then heavy. In shorter berms, you can really pump the transition, while longer berms make it harder to generate that same pressure. Either way, enter every berm with strong legs and actively push into it to maintain traction, control, and speed.

Featured Riders:

Jeff Winsor - https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20Jeff Jackson - https://www.instagram.com/jeffjacksonmtbSam Bawden - https://www.instagram.com/sam_bawdenTryRebooting - https://www.instagram.com/arthurwithbikesJohn - https://www.instagram.com/828_450xChris Huffmire - https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnkeChris Strange - https://www.instagram.com/piste_beastJosh at Slanted Ground - https://www.instagram.com/slantedground

Additional Links:

Blue Mountain Bike Park - https://www.instagram.com/bikepark_blue_mountainTalk Gnarly to Me Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/talkgnarlytome.podHammer Nutrition - https://www.instagram.com/h