Mohican 100 MTB Race Recap | Training, Gear Failures & DNF at Mile 72

This is the full recap of my intense journey through the 2025 Mohican 100, one of the most challenging endurance MTB races out there. From the starting line to my DNF at mile 72, I break down everything that went right—and everything that went wrong.

In this video, I talk through:

🚵‍♂️ My Training Plan – 1:23
🍌 Mid-Race Fueling Strategy – 1:38
⚙️ Bike Setup Review – A deep dive into how my gear performed:
• Brakes: 2:28
• Tires: 2:49
• Fork & Dropper Post: 3:11
• Drivetrain: 4:11

💥 Lessons Learned from a Hard DNF – Mechanical failures may have ended the race early, but they won’t stop me from coming back stronger next year.

Whether you're racing your first ultra-endurance MTB event or you're a Mohican 100 veteran, I hope this video gives you insight, motivation, and a few hard-earned tips.

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📷 Filmed on: Ozark Trail M2 Ridge
🌧️ Trail Conditions: Muddy, slick, and relentless