Bernard Kerr's Journey from Downhill Privateer to World Cup MTB Superstar! - Video

In this first episode of the podcast, we welcome Bernard Kerr, a professional downhill mountain biker, team owner of Pivot Factory Racing, and social media sensation. Bernard shares his journey from starting as a privateer to becoming one of the top figures in downhill mountain biking, winning HUGE events like Red Bull Hardline and securing multiple World Cup podiums. He discusses the challenges and highlights of his career, managing the Pivot Factory Racing Team, and balancing his racing career with his responsibilities as a team owner. Bernard also reflects on the value of social media in his career, the future of the sport, and the importance of outside sponsors. The episode concludes with Bernard’s thoughts on success, the impact of change, and advice for aspiring riders.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:36 Reflecting on the Racing Season
03:42 Choosing Downhill Over Four Cross
04:29 The Journey to Becoming a Pro
05:26 The Caravan Days
07:33 Balancing Racing and Team Management
09:06 Injuries and Motivation
11:47 The Future of Mountain Biking
22:14 Social Media and Sponsorship
27:52 Training and Diet
30:27 Hardline VS World Cups
32:58 Prize Money
34:43 Thoughts on Rampage and Judging
40:54 OnlyFans in Mountainbiking
42:12 Advice for Aspiring Riders
45:23 Regrets
49:54 Defining Success
55:39 Relentlessness
59:15 Outro

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