Mountain biking royalty Martyn Ashton is in studio!! On this episode of The Ride Companion Martyn Ashton joins Olly and Davi for this wide ranging and honest conversation. During the episode Martyn talks about the early years of his career, the MBUK generation, why he stopped competing and signing huge pro contracts. Martyn also opens up about his life changing accident, meeting his idols, how road bike party was so successful and much more... You can book tickets to see Martyn's speakers from the edge tour here:- https://www.speakersfromtheedge.com/tours Support this episode's sponsors Athletic Greens: Want to feel optimized and ready to kick ass each day? Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at drinkag1.com/RIDECOMPANION The all new Five Ten Trailcross GTX is the first ever flat pedal shoe that features GORE-TEX durably waterproof, breathable technology. Now you can ride in rain, mud, sleet and snow all the while keeping your feet dry. Learn more and grab a pair at adidas.co.uk/five_ten Learn more about the TRC Mexican adventure trip of a lifetime https://twowheelepix.com/ride-companion-trip-with-olly-wilkins-and-davi-burks/ Support our long term partners Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs at athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION - Compex: Get 20% off with code 'THERIDECOMPANION' at compex.com/uk/ - Peak Supps: Get 10% off the TRC bundle and everything on site with code 'theridecompanion' at peaksupps.co.uk - Caldera Lab: Get 20% off with code 'THERIDECOMPANION' at calderalab.com - Worx: Get 15% off with code 'THERIDECOMPANION' at worx.com - DU/ER: Visit https://shopduer.com/ to learn more - LAKA: Get 30 days of FREE insurance with code 'RIDECOMPANION30' at laka.co - HKT Products: Use code 'PODCAST' for 10% off the entire site. Follow & Engage Olly Wilkins Instagram @odub_23 YouTube @owilkins23 The Ride Companion Instagram @theridecompanion YouTube @TheRideCompanion YouTube clips and BTS channel @moreridecompanion Get official Ride Companion merch, find old episodes and more theridecompanion.co.uk 📝 Contact Us & Business: https://theridecompanion.co.uk/pages/contact Edited By: Doug Tucker, onlyflightdispatch.com & TRC Media House #TheRideCompanion #mountainbiking #mtbpodcast