Volatile Revisioned

DAMON GIBBS - Framed Aus BMX producer Episode #30

Mon, 11 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 30 on the Volatile Revisioned Podcast features Brisbane based film producer Damon Gibbs. Style Code Films. Producing a comprehensive documentary on the BMX scene in Australia, from the first clubs, races, bikes and riders in the late 70's / early 80's to the Olympic Games for race and freestyle. With over 60 interviews from all across Australia featuring riders from the early day to some of our youngest and brightest riders in the sport today.

Dr Tom Ptak: From MTB Trails to Professor | Volatile Revisioned #29

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:00:00 -0400

On this episode of Volatile Revisioned,
I sit down with Professor Tom Ptak —
an Adelaide mountain bike rider from the mid-90s scene…
who followed curiosity far beyond the trails.
From the early days of the Inside Line MTB community,
to riding across continents…
Africa… the Middle East… the Himalayas…
What started as a love for riding…
became a deeper search for understanding the world.
Confronted by poverty, culture, and contrast —
Tom began asking questions…
questions that would eventually lead him into academia…
From failing high school geography…
to becoming a Professor and energy geographer in the United States —
this is a story about perspective, persistence, and purpose.
And through it all…
one thing remained constant…
The bike.
Because sometimes…
the clearest thinking doesn’t happen at a desk…
it happens out on the trail.
This is Episode #29
of Volatile Revisioned.

Paul Barker Rubber Side Down Volatile Revisioned Episode #18

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0400

Paul Barker joins me for a conversation on bikes, work, life and trying to create a global MTB brand while working full time right here in Adelaide. If you want something badly enough and have the vision, there is no obstacle you cant get past. Im sure Paul and Monica will be onto bigger and better things for mountain bikers.

Shane Rogers Trail Builder Episode #19

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0400

Shane Rogers is guest number 19 on the Podcast. Shane talks all things trail building, riding, bikes, life and more. A big part of the growth years of the Inside Line MTB Club, Shane has also built trails all across this great country and decades of experience. A great chat with a great guy.

VOLATILE REVISIONED - STEVE MARSH - episode #2

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 21:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Volatile Revisioned, we sit down with Steve Marsh, a true pioneer of Observed Trials and downhill mountain biking, whose journey through the world of trials riding is nothing short of legendary. From his early days growing up in Tea Tree Gully, where a love for bikes was sparked by his father's passion for motorbikes, to becoming a national trials champion, Steve's story is filled with passion, perseverance, and a relentless drive to push the limits.

Steve shares his experiences from the early BMX days, the thrill of his first competitive rides, and the camaraderie that formed the foundation of the Adelaide mountain biking scene. With anecdotes from the formation of Inside Line, to wild road trips and unforgettable competitions, Steve’s journey encapsulates the essence of what it means to live life on two wheels.

Join us as we delve into the life of a rider who not only mastered the art of trials but also became a central figure in the evolution of mountain biking in Australia. This is a conversation packed with nostalgia, adrenaline, and the untold stories of a man who has seen it all and still rides with the same passion today.

...to be continued...

VOLATILE REVISIONED - GRANT ALLEN - Episode #1

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 21:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the very first episode of Volatile Revisioned with your host, Zoltan Borbasi! Today, we're kicking off this new chapter with a true legend of the BMX and mountain biking world—Grant Allen. From humble beginnings on a farm in South Australia to becoming a pioneer in extreme sports, Grant's journey is nothing short of epic.

In this episode, Grant takes us back to the early days, sharing stories from his BMX dirt jumping roots and how those formative years fueled his passion for pushing the limits. We dive into the wild adventures of mountain biking downhill, relive the adrenaline of groundbreaking moments, and explore how he turned a life-changing accident into an inspiring comeback with adaptive biking.

Get ready for an unfiltered, adrenaline-pumping conversation that’s filled with laughter, nostalgia, and the relentless spirit of a man who’s always looking for the next challenge. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the sport or just love a great story, this is one episode you won't want to miss. So buckle up, hit play, and join us as we ride into the incredible world of Grant Allen on Volatile Revisioned!