Trump’s tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico are high on Mike and Simon’s lists of topics to talk about —  and it looks like there will be some uncertain times ahead for the bike industry. Speaking of Mexico, we’re hearing some good things are going on down there in regard to trail building, and since Mike is spending the winter in Baja, it’s the perfect opportunity to have the conversation about Mexico as a mountain biking destination. Red Bull Hardline is just a few days away, so be sure to tune in quickly for a preview. The start list is insanely stacked and Mike and Simon can’t wait to see who has the best early-season form, plus they throw out some predictions. All of this and a whole lot more in our first Reviewing the News episode of 2025.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Mexico as a Mountain Bike Destination (1:37)

Walton Money in Mexico (14:32)

Trump’s tariffs impact on the Bike Industry (30:01)

De Minimis Loophole Closed (35:06)

Good Bye to Richey’s Rainbow Stripes (38:04)

RedBull Hardline Tasmania Preview (45:09)

What We’re Reading & Watching (52:48)

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