Show 357: Florida Swing

This week on Coffee Chatter, we're joined by BMX superstar Laura Smulders! Coming off another outstanding season, Laura talks about her World Cup Wins, what continues to motivate her, how she's evolved as a rider over the years, and what it's like competing at the highest level in her 30s. We also look back at some of her standout performances this season and discuss how the Elite Women's class has changed over the past decade. Plus, Grands is just around the corner, we debate the greatest Grands tracks, and talk about the future of the World Cup calendar!

This week on Coffee Chatter, we recap the World Cup of the Americas in Sarasota! We break down all the big storylines, from Carlos and Team Colombia making some noise, the French young guns continuing to impress, and the Latvian riders coming out of nowhere, to Jaymio’s unfortunate crash and the Swiss wagon finally running out of steam. We also discuss Team USA’s performances, who surprised us, who disappointed, and where everyone stands heading into the final stretch of the season. Plus, Sylvain’s social check-in and all the usual Coffee Chatter nonsense!

This week on Coffee Chatter, we preview the World Cup of the Americas in Sarasota! With the series titles on the line, we break down the men’s and women’s fields, debate whether Team USA can show some signs of life, and discuss if Jaymio can lock up the overall title. Can the Swiss wagon keep rolling? Will the French young guns stay hot? And can anyone stop Molly? Plus, we revisit our preseason predictions, make our picks for who will win, miss, and make a main, and cover all the latest BMX chatter!

This week on Coffee Chatter, we break down the Florida swing as the USA BMX Pro Series heads into its final race of the season in Oldsmar! Lozza goes a perfect 3-for-3, Cam Wood keeps doing his thing, and Payton has a tough time holding onto the lead, the brutal China-to-Phoenix-to-Florida schedule, and make our picks for the weekend. Plus, Coach’s Corner, Sylvain’s social media check-in, and the usual BMX chatter!

This week on Coffee Chatter, we recap the second China World Cup and break down all the action from the mountains! The Swiss wagon is officially back, Joris misses a main, and Josh Jolly goes from a massive Saturday win to a heartbreaking collarbone injury on Sunday. We also discuss Molly going winless, Peyton’s tough semifinal heartbreak, Jesse Asmus’s crash-filled weekend, and what we thought of the track and atmosphere. Plus, Tory’s officially a new dad, the Ravens get a big win, and some random bs to go along with it. Enjoy! #Chatter

This week on Coffee Chatter, we recap the first China World Cup weekend, where wind, big triples, and a demanding track made for some wild racing. We break down the standout performances from Zoe, Molly, Pills, Josh Jolly, and more, discuss some questionable line choices, and see just how wrong our predictions were! Plus, we look ahead to rounds 7 and 8, make our picks for the next weekend, and answer your Questions from the Grand Stands!

This week on Coffee Chatter, we preview the long-awaited China World Cup! With some big names missing, and a brand new track for everyone, the door is wide open for some new faces to make a statement. We run through the men’s and women’s fields, talk riders to watch, and make our picks for the weekend — who wins, who hits the podium, who makes their first main, and who definitely won’t win. Plus, Sylvain’s social media check-in, sports talk, and all the usual Coffee Chatter nonsense.

This week on Coffee Chatter, we’re joined by Dutch BMX star Jaymio Brink! We dive into his incredible first half of the season, the lessons he’s learned moving into Elite, and his preparation for the upcoming China World Cups and Olympic qualifying. Jaymio also opens up about the pressure of qualifying for the 2024 Olympics, his experience in Paris, the Dutch national team’s support system, and the role his family has played in his journey. Plus, China track updates, football is back, and Questions from the Grand Stands! Enjoy! #Chatter

This week on Coffee Chatter, we recap a wild weekend in Louisville! Cam Wood was on another level with a clean sweep, Josh had a strong weekend, and Drew was back at it with some first-turn chaos. On the women’s side, Molly continued her run of dominance while Lozza proved that 35 is just a number with an awesome Day 2 win. We also talk about the Louisville track, the future of the Elite Women’s class, Sylvain getting back on the bike, and all the usual Coffee Chatter nonsense.Enjoy! #Chatter

This week on Coffee Chatter, we’re headed to Derby City! We preview one of the biggest races on the USA BMX calendar, break down the Pro Series points battle, talk pressure picks, dark horses, and our winners for both Friday and Saturday. We also dive into Derby City history, what makes the track so tough, the 2027 USA BMX schedule, and our latest BMX chatter. Plus, Coach’s Corner, NFL predictions, random BS, and plenty of Derby City picks.