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ย Most people aspire to turn their passion into a career. For mountain bikers, this either means becoming a pro rider, a mechanic for a team, or working in a bike shop. Today, Neil Donoghue is sharing some details about his experience as a pro rider and whether that dream of being a pro rider can sometimes turn into a nightmare!

โฑ Timestamps โฑ
0:00 – Intro
0:13 – Free Bikes
0:40 – Sometimes You Have To Ride
1:15 – It Is A Job
2:15 – Parts Sponsors
3:17 – Analytical About Riding
4:11 – Always Turning Up
4:51 – Very Competitive
5:38 – Training & Nutrition
6:29 – It’s Not About The Bike

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Would you still become a pro rider if it meant no more pizza? ๐Ÿ• Let us know in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡

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