One thing I discovered recently is a way to take a steep switchback that has no berm. At this point, I am already on my front and rear brakes. I can get my front wheel around. But I need to skid the rear a bit. Rather than lose speed by increasing the rear brake, I modulate the front brake by releasing it slightly and maintaining the rear. The slight increase in acceleration gives you a very controllable rear wheel skid if you are already braking pretty hard.
As long as you’re not purposefully damaging the trail then go have fun. Nothing wrong with sliding corners. If you notice some trail damage go do a trail maintenance day every now and again.i volunteer 2 days a season towards trail maintenance
@@XabenoIn my country only civil construction people are allowed to build or repair trails and parks . There have been illegal trails and features built .
Thanks! I’m working on basics so this was perfect! The weight shift on climbs was particularly helpful as I’ve been struggling with a particular climb!
@@maryharrington8983 I was going to ask the same. It looks a lot like the US south east. Carolina’s, or Georgia. Interesting that it’s Southern western Europe…..
I'm looking at getting into mountain biking. I am on a budget and looking for a good quality entry level bike. How much will I need to spend to get a decent bike worth buying. I am also open to purchasing used. Is there any good places to look for good quality used mountain bikes..?
@@cnmn9493 I started on pretty cheap used 26" that had full shocks and dropper seat. 27.5" probably would have been better. I then bought a used 29" after a couple of years. I joined local facebook bike groups that sell bikes and equipment. There are great bike prices right now. You might even find a new prior year model in a bike shope at not a lot more than a used one.
Good point here. I just got a 2022 trek Marlin 6, I know that doesn't have a dropper post, but I am planning on competing in some local stuff here in socal with it. What's your opinion on that bike for it?
@DrinkThatsDelicious just as a person that does a little mouth biking as long as your food you can use basicly any bike I have a giant with only front suspension and disk brakes it's very nice for me I use it for literally everything
@@tlg5003 Depends which one you get. The one up dropper is easy. I know bc I just upgraded to it. The ks rage is not. I know bc that’s what came with my bike. What kind of bike do you have?
What do you have to improve in your riding? Let us know in the comments! 👇
definitely gonna help me out on the trails!
One thing I discovered recently is a way to take a steep switchback that has no berm. At this point, I am already on my front and rear brakes. I can get my front wheel around. But I need to skid the rear a bit. Rather than lose speed by increasing the rear brake, I modulate the front brake by releasing it slightly and maintaining the rear. The slight increase in acceleration gives you a very controllable rear wheel skid if you are already braking pretty hard.
Does this damage the trail?
@@larpylarpsterYes . Trail usage fees need to increase as some tracks are closed due to damage.
Or just not skid..... Come on lads.... Can we not tire hope yet.....😂
As long as you’re not purposefully damaging the trail then go have fun. Nothing wrong with sliding corners. If you notice some trail damage go do a trail maintenance day every now and again.i volunteer 2 days a season towards trail maintenance
@@XabenoIn my country only civil construction people are allowed to build or repair trails and parks . There have been illegal trails and features built .
Thanks! I’m working on basics so this was perfect! The weight shift on climbs was particularly helpful as I’ve been struggling with a particular climb!
Glad we could help! Let us know how you get on 🤘
Could you cover mud, there is a art to traversing different depths of mud which in the winter is a definite must to master
Front foot heal down, rear foot heal up when in neutral stance on the bike.
Track Standing
Many fun things.
In general - just getting out there.
Hello! Great idea on a video!! Love to see more from you guys
Back to basics 👍
Tire pressures would be a good one, because of different terrains and grips.
Good one on tyre pressure for you here: gmbn.eu/UnderPressure :)
Watching this as I lay in the grass after my first big fall getting humbled by a green trail marked for bikers that has zero to emerging skills 😅
Been there may be back there. lol.
😅
where was this filmed? It looks dry and warm. Asking from a very damp and muddy Scotland
He said it was in Spain.
@@maryharrington8983 I was going to ask the same. It looks a lot like the US south east. Carolina’s, or Georgia. Interesting that it’s Southern western Europe…..
Great video! Goes into my playlist.
Awesome! Thank you!
What injury or damage would a 250g drone cause if it landed on a person or car if it failed
What bike are you using?
What is the best budget hardtail
Can you do these skills on a 29er or will i need a 27.5 to do those skills.
Wheel size doesn't matter for this stuff
Of course skillz are skillz no matter the wheel size or bike except maybe on a penny farthing 😂
@bananafam7305 😂 that's a terrifying prospect
You need fatty tires to do these, impossible on 29er otherwise
My first crash wasn’t from the front brake but just pulling the back break to hard and skidding into a sideways slide to the ground lol
I'm looking at getting into mountain biking. I am on a budget and looking for a good quality entry level bike. How much will I need to spend to get a decent bike worth buying. I am also open to purchasing used. Is there any good places to look for good quality used mountain bikes..?
@@cnmn9493 I started on pretty cheap used 26" that had full shocks and dropper seat. 27.5" probably would have been better. I then bought a used 29" after a couple of years. I joined local facebook bike groups that sell bikes and equipment. There are great bike prices right now. You might even find a new prior year model in a bike shope at not a lot more than a used one.
@@cnmn9493 bikeflip
Bikeflip
Brand and specs of your tires please
Vittoria Mazza's front and rear. 2.4, Enduro Casing, smidge over 20psi
Top 6 first comment 🎉 a very helpful thanks
Really nice, well considered video.
Thank you!
#1!
Wish i could have this kind of bike.. 🥺
I don't need a dropper your making me feel like I need one
My guy has a 5k bike and expects us to learn on coops and gt avalanches
Pine needles are indeed zero-grip. 😬😅
560 Miles Mountain
Good video. But you're assuming everyone can afford to buy a bike with a dropper post. Many beginners will buy a cheaper bike.
Good point here. I just got a 2022 trek Marlin 6, I know that doesn't have a dropper post, but I am planning on competing in some local stuff here in socal with it. What's your opinion on that bike for it?
@DrinkThatsDelicious just as a person that does a little mouth biking as long as your food you can use basicly any bike I have a giant with only front suspension and disk brakes it's very nice for me I use it for literally everything
A dropper is the absolute best investment you can make when upgrading your bike. Buy a cheap and one and install it. They’re a game changer.
@@TonightWeGrill Is it easy to install without much experience etc? My bike has internal cable routing for one, but no idea how to fit one!
@@tlg5003 Depends which one you get.
The one up dropper is easy. I know bc I just upgraded to it.
The ks rage is not. I know bc that’s what came with my bike.
What kind of bike do you have?
A Frames 😢
Ugh. Manuals and BH's are NOT beginner skills. 🤦♂ Most important are static balance, turning and braking. Hinging hips and body position.
You sound like bear Grylls.
@@haroldmerewether1224 they’re cousins
this again? omfg