TPM Episode 80: Darren Berrecloth, Pro Mountain Biker

Darren Berrecloth’s career started racing BMX and dirt jumping and he did both at a world class level.   He was established, making money and eventually, he left that segment of the bike world.  He took his bag of tricks to the world of mountain biking and helped change the sport.  The podcast is a little look into the life of a living legend.

Darren Berrecloth Show Notes

2:00:  What is he up to lately?

7:25:  Growing up in Canada

9:40:  Finding BMX and Mountain Biking

12:00:  Finding sponsors, college and making it happen

19:16: Evo (Use the code TPM10 for 10% off at checkout)

RESQWATER (enter the code resqwatertpm for a 20% discount on a 12 pack)

The 10 Barrel Brewery:    My favorite is Out of Office Pilsner

21:45:  Rampage, winter sports, and risk

27:41:  His event and building his brand

29:30:  Sponsors and money

34:00:  Recent projects, how they come together and his production company

35:00:  His carbon footprint, raising awareness for things he’s seen, and passing the torch

39:00:  Injuries, CTE, helmets and his back

47:30:   Inappropriate Questions with Derek Westerlund