Episode 3 - Need to start taking painkillers, before the ride!

The stoke keeps building in Episode 3 as Vinie, Mark, and Gergő take a deep dive into community events, safety updates, and the heart of the one-wheel culture. From Shred the Shires to Hungary’s Balaton Karika, the team shares plans, insights, and a massive dose of inspiration.
Episode Highlights:
• Shred the Shires Update with Mark:
Rain or shine, Shred the Shires 2025 is in motion! Mark teases exciting updates, including:
• Amateur Races & Social Rides to cater to every skill level.
• Epic Goodie Bags for early ticket buyers before Christmas Eve.
• A full-fledged festival atmosphere with games, movie competitions, and pub quiz fun in the Nosedive Bar.
“It’s about bringing people together—on and off the board.”
• European Onewheel League (EOL) 2025 Plans:
Vinie lays out the vision for a safer, more flexible season:
• Race organizers must now complete risk assessments to ensure safety without compromising fun.
• All races will follow Tier 2 standards to open up creative formats like the Danish Onewheel Games.
• Top 3 results out of 6 events will count towards the final rankings, culminating in Portugal once again.
• Balaton Karika and Hungarian Stoke with Gergő:
Gergő shares updates on Hungary’s flagship Onewheel event, Balaton Karika:
• Simplified format: Saturday group rides and a streamlined Sunday long-distance race.
• The focus? “Make it easier for riders to attend, have fun, and enjoy the vibes.”
• New ideas are brewing for races closer to Budapest, ensuring accessibility for local and international riders.
• WOW 2025 Announcement:
Vinny drops a bombshell: No WOW race next year—but don’t worry! Skrrrt is shifting gears with:
• Smaller seasonal events (Spring, Summer, Winter) to spread the stoke across Europe.
• A new Skrrrt team, featuring Alexis, Ellen, and Jorge, ready to level up the experience.
• A mysterious winter project tied to something Bodhi wants more of in the community. Riddle mode activated!
• Safety and Community Focus:
The team discusses the growing need for safety measures as machines get faster and riders push boundaries. Vinie reflects on muddy races at WOW: “Boundaries were pushed, but victories were sweet.” Gergő adds, “It’s about balance—fun, progression, and safety.”
• Freestyle, Falls, and Stoke:
The guys celebrate the progression of freestyle riding, from big drops to technical tricks.
• Shoutouts to riders like Bodhi, Cricket, Hannes, and Dan for pushing the limits.
• Vinie shares how low PSI transformed his time trial performance: “The tire swallows the terrain.”
• Community Love and Sponsors:
Vinie wraps it up with gratitude for companies and brands supporting events: “Every little bit helps keep the stoke alive and the community growing.”
Final Stoke:
The message is clear: Events are about more than racing. Whether it’s social rides, campfire chats, or crazy costumes at Electro Halloween, it’s the community that makes it all worthwhile.
Mark signs off with the perfect reminder: “Keep that nose up.”