MOVING THE NEEDLE : The Andrew Neethling Podcast

In this episode of Moving the Needle, Andreas Kolb opens up about the hardest season of his career — racing under pressure, dealing with uncertainty behind the scenes, and staying mentally strong when his future felt unclear.

We unpack how riding for himself, trusting the process, and delivering when it mattered ultimately led to a dream opportunity with the Santa Cruz Syndicate for 2026.

A raw conversation about belief, timing, and why tough seasons often set up the biggest breakthroughs.

Dakotah Norton opens up about a career-threatening hip injury, the tough recovery no one saw, and how he found his way back to form during the 2025 season.

He also breaks down his 2026 team move, what changed behind the scenes, and why this next chapter feels different — not just on the bike, but mentally and professionally.

An honest conversation about setbacks, resilience, and choosing the right environment to perform at your best.

Dakotah Norton opens up about his major 2026 team move, what led to the decision, and why this next chapter feels different.

In this short clip, Dak talks mindset, long-term goals, and how timing, support, and direction played a huge role after stepping away from his previous setup.

We also touch on what he’s looking for heading into 2026 — on and off the bike — and why this move feels like the right reset at the right moment.

🎧 Full episode out Jan 13th!! Check back then.

Former World Cup downhiller Dean Lucas opens up about the crash that left him temporarily paralysed, the terrifying minutes where he thought he'd never walk again, and the identity crisis that began long before he retired.

Dean speaks candidly about losing his competitive fire after COVID, the emotional spiral of recovery, rebuilding his life from rock bottom, and discovering purpose beyond racing. Raw, vulnerable, philosophical, and surprisingly funny — this is Dean Lucas unfiltered on the moment that changed everything and the reinvention that followed

How much training do you actually need… and how much is just noise?
Fit4Racing’s Jonny Thompson jumps back on the show to break down the myths and mistakes riders make in the gym, on the trail, and everywhere in between. Whether you’re a weekend warrior juggling a job, a parent battling daylight hours, or a racer trying to squeeze more speed out of your limited time — this episode gives you a roadmap.

Strength and Condition Basic Guide: 

https://fit4racing.com/strength-and-conditioning-guide-for-mtb-riders/