Insider MTB

iMTB sits down with Robert Herber from the BME series - EP2

2024-02-16

In this episode of the Insider MTB podcast, the hosts interview Rob from the BME series. They discuss the benefits of youth enduro racing and the introduction of the Big Mountain Downhill series. They also talk about the schedule and racing format, including the increased prize money. The conversation covers rule changes, the new point structure, and the use of permanent number plates for pros. The hosts emphasize the importance of starting on time and in the correct order. The conversation discusses the impact of random dropping order on photographers and videographers, the need for a more professional race format, the benefits of specific start times, the challenges of not knowing when riders will drop, the introduction of new categories, the verification of birth certificates, the implementation of open pits and pit areas, the rules around pre-riding and familiarity with tracks, and the expectations for the upcoming BME events. The conversation covers topics such as Richie Rude's participation in downhill races, the upcoming Snowbike World Championships, the distinction between fat bikes and snow bikes, and the expansion of the Big Mountain Fatbike Class. The hosts also discuss the availability of alcohol at events and the camaraderie in the pits. They express excitement for the upcoming season and the new trails at various venues. The conversation concludes with appreciation for sponsors and brands, as well as the dedication of the team behind the Big Mountain Enduro series. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:10 Introducing Rob and the BME Series 03:38 Rob's Experience with Youth Enduro 06:46 The Youth Enduro Series 11:05 The Benefits of Youth Enduro 14:10 Introducing the Big Mountain Downhill Series 17:39 Bringing Downhill Racing to the US 19:32 The Schedule and Racing Format 23:45 Increased Prize Money 26:37 Discussion on Rule Changes 28:16 New Point Structure and No Drop Rounds 31:07 Permanent Number Plates for Pros 32:06 Enforcing Start Times and Order 32:07 Impact of Random Dropping Order 34:32 Creating a More Professional Race 36:35 Benefits of Specific Start Times 38:35 Challenges of Dropping Order 43:29 Introduction of New Categories 49:16 Verification of Birth Certificates 50:21 Open Pits and Pit Area 54:21 Pre-Riding and Familiarity with Tracks 58:34 Closing Tracks for Competitors 01:01:45 Expectations for BME 01:03:54 Introduction and Discussion of Richie Rude 01:04:26 Snowbike World Championships 01:05:18 Fat Bikes and Snow Bikes 01:05:46 Expanding the Big Mountain Fatbike Class 01:06:26 Changing the Podcast Intro 01:06:48 Beer Sponsorship and Drinking at Events 01:07:31 Dry Areas and Alcohol at Nebo 01:08:07 Interaction with Bartenders and Beer Taps 01:08:40 Excitement for the Upcoming Season 01:09:04 Tamarack Resort and its Amenities 01:11:14 Trail Possibilities at Tamarack 01:12:30 Angel Fire Resort and New Trails 01:15:54 New Trails at Every Venue 01:17:14 Pit Camaraderie and Camping 01:19:07 Positive Momentum in North American Mountain Biking 01:20:44 Excitement for the Future and Long-Term Partnerships 01:22:10 Appreciation for Sponsors and Brands 01:23:17 Growing the Big Mountain Enduro Series 01:24:26 Excitement for the First Races of the Season 01:25:12 Final Thoughts and Thanks

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