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S2 Ep7: Is Mountain Biking Getting Too DANGEROUS? | The Global Mountain Bike Show ep.7
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- Jun 16, 2026
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Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://gmbn.eu/GlobalMountainBikeShowEp7 This week on The Global Mountain Bike Show, we break down the latest string of pro injuries and ask the ultimate question: Is mountain biking becoming too dangerous? GCN's Si Richardson joins us as we dive headfirst into the recent UCI World Cup controversies, questioning if over-complicated rules are ruining the spirit of racing. Plus, the guys debate whether the rapid rise of e-mountain bikes is officially taking over Enduro. ⏱ Timestamps ⏱ 00:00 - Introduction 00:49 - Is Mountain Biking Safe? 03:10 - MTB vs. Road Cycling Injury Data 06:10 - Cross Country vs. Downhill Risks 10:17 - Personal Injury Stories & Risks 15:10 - Did Overcomplicating UCI Rules Ruin the World Cup? 26:15 - Have E-Bikes Hijacked Enduro? The Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing online mountain bike channel and community – and your destination for the best mountain bike content in the world. GMBN is dedicated to inspiring and unlocking your riding potential. Our videos cater to fans of every mountain bike discipline: from mile-munching cross-country (XC) riders, through adrenaline-fuelled dirt jumpers, gravity-hungry downhillers or aspiring enduro racers, and beyond. Our ex-pro presenting team are on hand to entertain and inspire you while also providing a uniquely qualified insight into the world of mountain biking. Every week we deliver original daily videos that include: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.gmbn.eu/Subscribe 🛍 GMBN Merch Store 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/gmbnshop Submit your Photo and Video to us 👉 https://www.gmbn.com/uploader Sign-up to our newsletter 👉 https://www.gmbn.eu/newsletter Thanks to our sponsors: Canyon Bikes: http://gmbn.eu/Canyon Propa…