Active Hobo

Dan Loubser, an experienced bike fitter, breaks down what changes when a rider moves from road and gravel riding into mountain biking. From suspension setup and saddle position to bike geometry, power delivery and technical terrain, Dan explains how small adjustments can make a major difference on the trail. Whether you're new to mountain biking or looking to fine-tune your setup, this episode offers practical advice to help you get more comfortable and controlled on the bike.00:00 – Road & Gravel vs Mountain Bike Fit01:27 – Finding the Right Suspension Setup02:51 – Saddle Position & Suspension Sag04:17 – Mountain Bike Geometry & Brake Setup06:21 – Brake Lever Position & Hand Comfort# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#StoriesThatMatter #TheActiveHobo #MountainBiking

What does the future of Active Hobo actually look like... and how do you build an independent cycling platform without sacrificing honest storytelling?In Episode 34 of The Breakaway, Dave goes solo to give an open look behind the scenes of Active Hobo: how the channel is funded, why partnerships matter, and why maintaining editorial independence remains non-negotiable.Then lets talk Go2Sea.After seven days of racing, filming and experiencing the communities along the route, Dave reflects on a much bigger question: do cycling events genuinely make a difference to the communities they pass through?We also unpack Siabonga’s remarkable Go2Sea story, lessons from seven days of MTB stage racing, the Cannondale Scalpel, stage-race recovery and unexpected weight gain.Plus, there’s plenty of gear talk as we get into RH77, Ciovita and MBO cycling kit, upcoming long-term reviews, Gravel Burn preparation, nutrition testing and a serious 2.2" gravel tyre shootout.# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#TheBreakawayPodcast #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter

Day 7 at Go2Sea brought plenty of rain, some seriously steep trails, and what can only be described as Type 2 fun - it’s only fun once you look back on it!With the week coming to an end, the media crew sat down to reflect on the journey so far, the challenges we’ve faced, and the moments that have stood out along the way.Go2Sea has exceeded all of our expectations, and after a week of racing, riding and meeting the incredible communities along the route, we’re left with plenty to look back on and plenty more stories to tell.Thank you Go2Sea for an unforgettable week.00:00 Intro00:20 Final day brief01:55 Media crew sit down08:55 Final words from Dave09:35 Last 5km with one crank=== FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo=== PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/scicon... (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/=== THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkinsNoah @noah.futterAlec @alec.gatesRegardt @regardstander=== WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com

Water point 2 was a vibe today. From the children to the staff people involved in this race are amazing.

Day 5 at Go2Sea was another tough day on the bike, but one that delivered plenty of fun along the way. The riders made their way through some incredible scenery before finishing at the Karkloof Country Club, with some fantastic single-track trails making this one of the most enjoyable stages yet.If you’d like to contribute towards Yarrow Intermediate School, any support or donations would be greatly appreciated. Karkloof Country Club: https://www.karkloofclub.co.za/With challenging riding, beautiful surroundings and plenty of smiles along the way, Day 5 showed just how much variety Go2Sea has to offer.00:00 Intro01:30 David and David go back to back02:44 The coolest start to a race03:50 Where's the chocolate milk04:57 Meet Taryn 06:25 Meet Mary Gray07:30 Scenes on the finish line08:17 Final words from farmer Gary=== FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo=== PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/scicon... (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/=== THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkinsNoah @noah.futterAlec @alec.gatesRegardt @regardstander=== WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com

Day 5 broke some but not these girls! #go2sea

Day 4 at Go2Sea brought a tough 108km stage as the riders continued their journey towards the sea. With every kilometer, the demands on both the riders and their bikes continue to grow. A huge shoutout to Siyabonga for taking the win today! 🏆But once again, the real story of Go2Sea was found within the communities along the route.Today, we spoke to two incredible NPOs that are making a difference in their communities but need more funding and support to continue the work they do.First, we met with SARZA Search and Rescue, an organization dedicated to helping people when they need it most.🌐 SARZA: https://www.sarza.co.za/We also spent time with the Estcourt Animal Shelter, who work tirelessly to care for animals in need and give them a second chance.📱 Estcourt Animal Shelter:https://www.facebook.com/estcourtanimalshelterBoth organizations are doing important work with limited resources, and we want to help shine a light on what they do and encourage anyone who is able to support them to get involved.Go2Sea is showing us that the impact of this race extends far beyond the road.00:00 Intro01:03 Race brief02:35 In the race03:39 Ivor Interview06:49 Pushing Siyabonga08:10 Estcourt Animal Shelter10:30 Back to the race10:42 Siyaboga's Moment13:10 What do you ride for13:54 Finish line=== FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo=== PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/scicon... (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/=== THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkinsNoah @noah.futterAlec @alec.gatesRegardt @regardstander=== WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com

Returning to a community we had visited before, we were seriously moved by how warmly we were welcomed back. They shared how Go2Sea has already changed lives by helping educate people and giving them opportunities to reach a university-level education.For some, the race has also created employment and provided a source of income, showing that Go2Sea’s impact reaches far beyond the road and the finish line.This story really impacted us and we want to do everything we can to shine the light on these incredible people and their families to prove that us as South Africans can make a difference and build OUR country together. We ask if their is anyone who would like to help out PLEASE CONTACT US!

Day 3 at Go2Sea and the riders are beginning to feel the physical and emotional demands of the journey.But for us, Day 3 was really about the community.Returning to a community we had visited before, we were seriously moved by how warmly we were welcomed back. They shared how Go2Sea has already changed lives by helping educate people and giving them opportunities to reach a university-level education.For some, the race has also created employment and provided a source of income, showing that Go2Sea’s impact reaches far beyond the road and the finish line.This story really impacted us and we want to do everything we can to shine the light on these incredible people and their families to prove that us as South Africans can make a difference and build OUR country together. We ask if their is anyone who would like to help out PLEASE CONTACT US!=== FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo=== PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/scicon... (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/=== THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkinsNoah @noah.futterAlec @alec.gatesRegardt @regardstander=== WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com

Also sharing even more insight to how #go2sea impacts the communities.