Who wants to shred new bikes!? We all do! :) That said, knowing a few key things beforehand will make sure you get the most out of it. Dacre Dunn of Yeti Cycles tells us what it's like to host a demo and what we can do to be better testers and Jonathan's Engi-nerd brother Dustin tells us what he learned when demoing bikes at the Moab Spring Thaw. Listen up and get smart!

Topics covered in this episode:

• TDS Enduro update!

• Whiskey Offroad registration is almost full! http://epicrides.com/events/whiskey-off-road/

• YT Nabs the Director of Good Times: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/yt-nabs-the-director-of-good-times-2017.html

• Dream Ride II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxmzX1Ev1w4

• UCI World Champs: Cairns, AUS, September 5-10, 2017

• Cactus Cup Recap: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/2017-cactus-cup-the-season-opener-returns.html

• Specialized launches global Women's Ambassador Program: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/specialized-launches-global-womens-ambassador-program-2017.html

• MTB Oceania Continental Champs XC Review

• Nino Schurter off DT Swiss and on Rockshox

• Kali Interceptor Helmet: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/kali-launches-the-interceptor-2017.html

• What is a good trail bike for a clydesdale?

• What 29er wheels are tough but affordable for enduro?

• What is the difference between the sb6 and the Specialized Enduro?

• Which is better: SRAM Gx or Shimano XT?

• How to get the most from a bike demo or test ride

• Prismatics Powder Coating: https://www.prismaticpowders.com

• Sony a6000: https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Alpha-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera/dp/B00I8BICCG/ref=sr_1_4?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1489984593&sr=1-4&keywords=sony+a6000

• Sony RX100m III: https://www.amazon.com/Sony-DSC-RX100M-Cyber-shot-Digital-Camera/dp/B00K7O2DJU/ref=sr_1_3?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1489984633&sr=1-3&keywords=sony+rx100+iii