Lachie Stevens-McNab – What Actually Goes Into a Breakthrough Season

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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. So, it’s time to sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Lachie Stevens-McNab. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here. You can follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiestevensmcnab. Podcast Stuff Extract Coffee You can elevate your coffee experience with 20% off at Extract Coffee until the end of 2024. Extract are on a mission to make coffee better. I’d recommend starting off with either their Original blend, or Dr Strangelove Espresso, but there’s a whole host of options over at extractcoffee.co.uk to choose from. They’ll send it either as whole bean or ground for your brewing method of choice and there are brewing guides on the website to help you make the perfect cup. So if you want to treat yourself or those special people in your life, you can head over to extractcoffee.co.uk and use the code 'DOWNTIME' at the checkout. Please note, this offer is only valid in the UK. Patreon I would love it if you were able to support the podcast via a regular Patreon donation. Donations start from as little as £3 per month. That’s less than £1 per episode and less than the price of a take away coffee. Every little counts and these donations will really help me keep the podcast going and hopefully take it to the next level. To help out, head here. Merch If you want to support the podcast and represent, then my webstore is the place to head. All products are 100% organic, shipped without plastics, and made with a supply chain that’s using renewable energy. We now also have local manufacture for most products in the US as well as the UK. So check it out now over at downtimepodcast.com/shop. Newsletter If you want a bit more Downtime in your life, then you can join my newsletter where I’ll provide you with a bit of behind the scenes info on the podcast, interesting bits and pieces from around the mountain bike world, some mini-reviews of products that I’ve been using and like, partner offers and more. You can do that over at downtimepodcast.com/newsletter. Follow Us Give us a follow on Instagram @downtimepodcast or Facebook @downtimepodcast to keep up to date and chat in the comments. For everything video, including riding videos, bike checks and more, subscribe over at youtube.com/downtimemountainbikepodcast. Are you enjoying the podcast? If so, then don’t forget to follow it. Episodes will get delivered to your device as soon as it’s available and it’s totally free. You’ll find all the links you need at downtimepodcast.com/follow. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google and most of the podcast apps out there. Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo - Sven Martin