Matt Jones and Jono Jones join The Ride Companion to break down MAVRIX ahead of console release on January 22nd.

During this episode Matt and Jono give Davi and Olly a tour of the virtual world they've help create, the boys explain how it was built, what makes it feel so real and why it could bring a whole new wave of riders into mountain biking. Matt and Jono also share the future plans for the game, the intricacies of real world physics, the secret challenges Matt has never talked about and much more!

Learn more about MAVRIX here: https://mavrix.game


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Blake Samson (aka Zimblake) is back on The Ride Companion to talk about what happens after you take the leap.

In this episode, Blake breaks down launching his new YouTube channel, building his first major project from scratch, why he's choosing the slow, proper route, and how trust, planning, and passion are shaping what comes next. We also dive into burnout, long-form content, attention spans, building without cutting corners and why fun still matters when your passion becomes your work. This is the next chapter of Blake's journey and it's only just getting started.


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Jono Jones is back for the first Ride Companion episode of 2026 and, Matt Jones joins the chat too!

On this episode Jono talks about his return to Saracen Bikes, his early World Cup years, racing as a junior, learning to manage pressure and why stepping away from results chasing has changed how he rides. Jono also shares insights on his role at MAVRIX, what he actually does, why he left banking to work with Matt, how realistic physics shape the gameplay, and why gaming skills are starting to translate into real world riding. There are also stories from A Slice Of British Pie, North vs South, early career mistakes, kite surfing in South Africa, and Matt Jones joins the episode for some classic stories and brotherly banter!

We hope you enjoy the episode. Don't forget to hit like, subscribe and leave a comment!

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Companionship, THANK YOU you for an incredible year!
Join Olly and Davi as they look back at their personal favorite moments from The Ride Companion in 2025 plus, all the top moments as voted for by you.

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Big thanks to all the incredible guests who joined us on the show:

List of 2025 guests

Jono Jones
Tom Pinchard
Sam Reynolds
Ben Plenge
Reece Wilson
Scott Beaumont
Tahnee Seagrave
John Fernandes
Jono & Desks
Sam Reynolds
Roger Vieira
Ben Smith
DJ Zesty
Kaoss Seagrave
Tom Fuller
Alan Milway
Ella Conolly
Iago Garay
Eliot Jackson (Hardline)
Brendan Fairclough (Hardline)
Wyn Masters
Josh Bryceland (Hardline)
Ed Masters (Hardline)
Blake Samson
Brendan Fairclough
Anton Thelander
Dan Milner
Phil Atwill
Duncan Ferris
Gee Atherton
Rob Warner
Tom Isted
Lando Steezy

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In this episode, I (Davi) reflect on the lessons I've learned this year through building the podcast and business, navigating burnout, deepening friendships, saying no more often, and learning when to slow down.

I talk about why community doesn't have to be wide but it does have to be deep, why you can't outwork your nervous system, how guilt shows up when we rest and why giving yourself permission to reset often leads to better work on the other side.

This isn't advice — just an honest reflection on what 2025 has shown me so far.

If one of these lessons resonates, this episode's done its job. You're the best.

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HOLY what a year Companionship!
Davi and Olly sit down to chat about the recent TRC Christmas Ride at BikePark Wales and how unreal it was. The lads also chat about Davi's new hobby, Travis Pastrana's RMZILLA video, Lando Norris becoming F1 champion, breaking into events, Wyn Masters responding to haters, a discussion about the importance of community plus much more...

Thanks so much for your support during 2025 gang, it means the world!

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Roger Vieira is back on The Ride Companion and this time it's a completely different chapter!

Roger Vieira & Pivot Factory Racing was one of the best stories to come out of the 2025 season. Last time Roger sat in the studio he was questioning whether a factory ride would ever happen, then just weeks later he found himself in Poland racing a brand new bike with barely any testing and suddenly living the dream he'd chased for over a decade. In this episode we unpack that entire whirlwind year, the real difference between "puzzling" as a privateer and "dialling" as a factory rider, battling imposter syndrome, learning to trust the data and the team, and how mindset plays as big a role as fitness. We also dive into Roger's massive Genova street race win on the Pivot Firebird, why that result meant so much to him and the team and how it helped prove he truly belonged at factory level.

To top it all off, Roger reveals he's now secured a two year Pivot Factory Racing deal, quit the day job, and is heading into his first ever proper off-season with Queenstown, California and Supercross trips on the horizon.

This is one of those full circle Ride Companion stories that we couldn't be more proud to be a part of it. BORA BORA!!


The Ride Companion Christmas Ride at BikePark Wales!

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This week's episode is a quick-fire catch up with Davi and Olly as they race the clock, talking winter riding, long johns, sauna chats, Facebook Marketplace rabbit holes and getting properly hyped for The Ride Companion Christmas Ride at BikePark Wales.

The Ride Companion Christmas Ride at BikePark Wales!

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- WORX Tools → 15% off the full range with code THERIDECOMPANION: https://uk.worx.com

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You can also support our long term partners:

- Marin Bikes: marinbikes.com/gb

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- HUEL: Get 15% OFF with code 'RIDE' at huel.com/

- Hiplok: https://hiplok.com/the-ride-companion

- Get 10% off Troy Lee Designs with code 'theridecompanion' at saddleback.avln.me/c/OzduCWvjtcOr

- Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION

- Compex: Get 20% off with code 'THERIDECOMPANION' at compex.com/uk/

- Worx: Get 15% off with code 'THERIDECOMPANION' at worx.com

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Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House

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