The Downtime Podcast

Evan Turpen is a successful mountain bike racer and shop mechanic who decided that he wanted to build his own bike. Not content with what was on offer, Evan set out to build a high-pivot steel bike that he felt would out perform the competition. We talk about how he approached the task of building his own bike. Hear how he used YouTube to learn the necessary skills and how the development has progressed from the first prototype to today. We also chat about Evan supporting the Beyond Racing team this year with prototype downhill bikes from his brand, Contra Bikes. So sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Evan Turpen. You can see Contra Bikes on their website here or on Instagram @contrabikes. To be in with a chance of winning one of 3 sets of Magura MT7 Pro brakes, fill out our short listener survey here. Supporting Partners We Are One Composites We Are One are generously offering Downtime listeners 15% off wheelsets, rims and their Da Package bar and stem. So wether you want their