2024's Breakout Star Lachie Stevens-McNab: From BMX Roots to Breaking Into the MTB Elite

Today, we’re joined by one of 2024’s breakout stars, Lachie Stevens-McNab. After narrowly missing the win in Poland, claiming third in Leogang, and finishing just 0.06 seconds from victory in Mont-Sainte-Anne, Lachie has become one of the year’s most talked-about riders. But his journey didn't start here. A three-time BMX world champion, Lachie transitioned to mountain biking, quickly making his mark. Despite setbacks from serious back-to-back injuries, he’s finally hitting his stride this season. Hear how Lachie pushed through challenges, how Loic Bruni’s influence shaped his path, and what it took for him to break into the top tier. There’s plenty to learn from this laidback rising star.

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Chapters

00:00 Early Days and BMX Beginnings
12:00 Transition to Mountain Biking
20:09 First Junior World Cup Season
30:04 Injuries and Comebacks
40:02 Elite Racing and Challenges
50:02 Injury and Recovery Journey
52:26 Navigating Team Dynamics and Sponsorships
54:51 Preseason Success and Confidence Building
56:20 Fort William: A Mixed Bag of Results
58:44 Poland: Finding Pace and Confidence
01:00:37 Leogang: A Breakthrough Performance
01:03:55 Challenges and Setbacks in the Mid-Season
01:10:48 U.S. Open: Showcasing Potential
01:13:28 Mont-Sainte-Anne: Riding with Confidence
01:22:35 Looking Ahead: Offseason Goals and Future Aspirations

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