Dirty Chain Podcast Episode 24: Jeremiah Bishop - Professional Endurance Mountain Biker

Overview:

In this episode, Trevor and Sheldon chat with endurance mountain bike legend Jeremiah Bishop. Known for his long list of achievements, Jeremiah shares insights into his recent Mauna Kea challenge, his evolving role as a rider, ambassador, and coach, and how he stays motivated—especially during COVID lockdowns.

Jeremiah Bishop brings energy and wisdom to a wide-ranging conversation on endurance cycling, creativity under constraint, and community connection. His message is clear—motivation can come from many places, and even amid uncertainty, there’s joy in goals, whether it’s a new PR, a good Zwift ride, or learning to manual at 44.

Key Topics and Timestamps:

[00:01:45] Updates from Trevor and Sheldon on Zwift racing and exploring new routes
[00:06:15] Jeremiah’s pro retreat and Mauna Kea climb breakdown
[00:13:15] Evolution from racer to ambassador and coach
[00:15:00] Sharing motivation and involvement with NICA and Zwift Team DIRT
[00:17:30] Setting training goals without races
[00:20:00] Unconventional motivators: learning to manual, trail work
[00:21:30] Return of races and people flooding to bikes during lockdown
[00:25:00] Route planning contest with Canyon and RideWithGPS
[00:26:45] Creativity during lockdown, training ideas for kids
[00:28:00] Favorite post-ride and relaxing beers
[00:29:30] Baby food as ride fuel
[00:30:30] Overview of Alpine Loop Gran Fondo and its community impact
[00:33:00] Dirt on Mark Krantz and closing motivation