RBC - Robbie's Bicycle Concept

Episode 16 - 10 Years of Robbie's Bicycle Concept

87 views · 2mo ago · 35:51

Suspension Sessions Episode 16 - 10 Years of Robbie's Bicycle Concept This episode is a little different. Instead of the usual tech talk and setup tips, Glen sits down with Robbie to celebrate a huge milestone — 10 years of Robbie's Bicycle Concept (RBC).

Topics: Welcome to Suspension Sessions · Celebrating 10 Years of RBC · How RBC Started as a BMX Brand · Passion Over Profit · The Shift to Suspension Specialisation · Spotting the Gap in the Market

Episode 15: Behind the Scenes at the Andorra Epic & UCI World Cup

47 views · 3mo ago · 26:47

Suspension Sessions – Episode 15 | Two Weeks in Andorra: Behind the Scenes at the Andorra Epic & UCI World Cup In this episode, Robbie shares his experiences from two unforgettable weeks in Andorra, working first at the Andorra Epic and then with DT Swiss at the UCI Mountain Bike World Series in Pal Arinsal.

Topics: Two Weeks in Andorra · Why Andorra is a mountain biking paradise · How Robbie ended up working the Andorra Epic · Who Robbie supports during the Epic · A typical day at the Andorra Epic · Heat, dust and suspension problems

Episode 14: Zandile Meneses - Behind the Magic of Karoo to Coast

108 views · 4mo ago · 29:54

Guest: Lions Karoo

The race behind the race – a conversation with the woman steering one of South Africa's most beloved cycling events. In episode 14 of Suspension Sessions, Robbie and Glen sit down with Lions Karoo to Coast Race Director Zandile Meneses to uncover what goes on behind one of South Africa's most iconic mountain bike events.

Episode 13: Candice Lill - Dialling for the Win & Other Stories

106 views · 6mo ago · 29:08

Guest: Candice Lill

In episode 13 of Suspension Sessions, Robbie and Glen sit down with Candice Lill fresh off her victory at the Absa Cape Epic, to talk about life, racing, and suspension setups. They unpack what it takes to perform at the highest level of cross-country and stage racing — from the intensity of the World Cup circuit and the Olympic Games to the unique demands of multi-day events.

Episode 12: The ABSA Cape Epic 2026 – Suspension Setup for Multi-Day Racing

95 views · 6mo ago · 22:22

In Episode 12 of Suspension Sessions, we focus on one of the most critical — and often overlooked — aspects of stage racing: suspension preparation. Drawing on real-world experience from working with riders at the ABSA Cape Epic, Glen and Robbie break down what it takes to get your suspension ready before the race, and how to manage it over multiple days of demanding terrain.

Episode 11: Tyres to Tarmac - Designing a 400kg Hillclimb Single-Seater with MTB Suspension

123 views · 8mo ago · 14:33

Guest: MTB Suspension

Episode 11 Designing a 400kg Hillclimb Single-Seater with MTB Suspension | Gecko Racing Engineering What does it take to design and build a single-seater race car from scratch? In this episode of Suspension Sessions, we sit down with Tristan from Gecko Racing Engineering — a young mechanical engineer building a 400kg tube-frame single-seater for the legendary Simola Hillclimb. Instead of buying a race car, Tristan chose to build one.

Episode 10: Factory to Fast Forward with TJ Hanson

175 views · 8mo ago · 35:13

Guest: TJ Hanson

For Episode 10 of Suspension Sessions, Glen and Robbie sit down with Terje “TJ” Hansen, Head of MTB Suspension at Öhlins - a man who’s spent nearly three decades at the heart of world-class suspension development. From being born into motocross heritage to helping build Öhlins’ mountain bike program from a “skunkworks” project into a World Cup-winning force, TJ shares the inside story of how elite racing drives real-world product evolution.

Episode 9: The 32-Inch Wheel Debate – Innovation or Overkill?

297 views · 8mo ago · 13:04

Guest: Valentin Wendel

In this episode of Suspension Sessions, Glen and Robbie sit down with Valentin Wendel from BMC to unpack one of the most talked-about developments in modern mountain biking: 32-inch wheels. After seeing the prototype unveiled at a World Cup event, the discussion dives into why the industry is exploring bigger wheels, what the real performance gains might be, and the trade-offs that come with scaling everything up.

Episode 8: The Tai Chi of Suspension Set-up

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Episode 8: The Art of Balance – Real-World Suspension Tuning with RBC In Episode 8 of Suspension Sessions, Glen, Robbie, and Valentin dig into what suspension tuning really looks like away from theory and inside real-world riding conditions.

Episode 7: Inside Suspension Development with Valentin Wendel (BMC)

91 views · 9mo ago · 19:31

Guest: Valentin Wendel

Episode 7: Inside Suspension Development with Valentin Wendel (BMC) In this episode of Suspension Sessions, Glen and Robbie sit down with Valentin Wendel from Swiss bike manufacturer BMC for a deep dive into the world of suspension development.

Episode 6: Legacy Suspension - Is it possible to keep old-school suspension operating effectively?

60 views · 9mo ago · 18:18

Before lockouts, air springs, and endless adjustment dials, there was legacy suspension — simple, innovative, and often surprisingly effective. In Episode 6 of Suspension Sessions, Robbie and Glen look back at the forks and shocks that helped define early mountain biking, and discuss how these older systems still fit into today’s riding world.

Episode 5: A chat with Michel Kruiper - former Dutch Downhill Champion.

55 views · 9mo ago · 18:34

Guest: Michel Kruiper

Michel Kruiper joins Robbie and Glen for a dive into the early days of downhill mountain biking and some views on current trends. A former Dutch National Downhill Champion and UCI World Cup racer, Michel shares what it was like competing in UCI DH events, training for Olympic selection and how he transitioned into the cycling retail space.

Episode 4: Coil or Air MTB Suspension?

119 views · 10mo ago · 24:34

Air vs Coil: Which Suspension Is Right for You? Air or coil — it’s one of the most common suspension questions riders ask, and one of the most misunderstood. We cover how each system works, how they feel on the bike, and what really matters when it comes to setup, servicing, adjustability, weight, and long-term ownership. More importantly, we look at who benefits from each option and why the “best” choice depends far more on the rider than the component.

RBC 3Rivers Enduro Cadence Insert - No Music

181 views · 10mo ago · 10:40

Guest: No Music

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Episode 3: Dropper Posts

49 views · 10mo ago · 11:38

In Episode 3 of Suspension Sessions, we take a closer lookat dropper posts, a component that’s become essential on modern mountain bikes, yet is often misunderstood and neglected. We also discuss basic care, service intervals, and when adropper post needs professional attention versus a simple adjustment.