Join hosts Nic Bean and Allan Cooke in this episode of the RECON MTB podcast as they unpack the biggest shake-up in downhill racing: the new Q1/Q2 World Cup qualifying format. They dive into the implications of removing protected rider status, what this means for the sport’s competitive edge, and how the Enduro World Cup is shifting. Plus, they spotlight the impressive rise of junior racers making waves in downhill.Shop for your mountain biking gear at our store for a chance to win a new Forbidden Dreadnought 3: https://reconmtb.com/Check out this month’s giveaway bike: https://reconmtb.com/blogs/news/annou...