Ep 9: The Pedal Team Pick Their Favourite Bikes of 2026
Gareth and Rebecca are joined by the Pedal Syndicate team Joe, Ferg and Martin. They discuss their favourite bikes and why they love them.
6 Oct 2026
Ep 8: Dean Trail Volunteers - Behind The Forest of Dean Trails
We are joined by the current chair of Dean Trail Volunteers, the charity who does the maintenance of the trail network in the Forest of Dean.
19 Jun 2026
EP: 7
2 May 2026
EP:6 Women's Takeover Day!
This episode is all about Women’s Takeover Day in the Forest of Dean. We’re joined by Forestry England and Ordnance Survey to chat about getting more women out into the outdoors and making it a more welcoming space for everyone. We talk about why events like this matter, how people can get involved, and how tools like OS Maps can help you explore with a bit more confidence. A good one if you’re into the outdoors or just thinking about getting started.
15 Apr 2026
EP: 5 How To Stop Getting Injured ft. Adrian | RISE MTB Performance
We’re joined by Adrian from RISE MTB Performance to talk about injury prevention, strength training, and what riders should actually be doing off the bike. From common weak points to simple exercises you can start straight away, this one’s all about riding more and hurting less.
1 Apr 2026
EP: 4 Suspension Secrets from the forest ft. Sprung
Episode 4 of Pedal Pod — we’re in the forest with Jake from Sprung Suspension talking simple, real-world suspension setup. We cover sag, rebound, and how to get your bike feeling properly dialled on the trail. No fluff — just useful tips you can actually use.
6 Mar 2026
EP 3: Coaching, guiding and more with Wye MTB
In this episode we sit down with David Winderbank to talk about his journey into coaching and guiding. From his early roots and experiences that shaped his approach, David shares how he found his way into helping others develop their skills and confidence. We chat about what coaching and guiding actually involves day to day, the mindset behind supporting others, and the different paths someone can take if they’re interested in getting into the field themselves. David also reflects on the expe...
1 Feb 2026
EP: 2 From World Class Rider to World Class Coach (FT: Katy Curd)
World champion rider turned world-class coach Katy Curd joins the Pedals Podcast. From accidental first races and winning titles to burnout, injury, and stepping away from elite competition, Katie shares her honest journey through mountain biking. We talk Four Cross glory, downhill racing, coaching Olympians, mental blocks, and why keeping riding fun matters more than anything. A must-listen for racers, riders, and anyone chasing big goals on two wheels.
1 Jan 2026
EP: 1 Evolution of the trail centre
Recorded in the Pedal A Bike Away café, this first episode explores the history of the trail centre and the evolution of mountain biking in the Forest of Dean. Rebecca and Gareth chat about trails, bikes, community, and where Pedal A Bike Away is heading next.
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