This is why your training videos are just so good. Simple, great videos that break down something into small bites, and shown repeatedly. And for a new (and older) offroad rider like me, these are really good, including this one on fear. Thank you so much.
Thank you very much for all your learning content like this. It feels the most relatable for amateurs like me who just want to go riding on trails (and survive...😀) and not necessarily "MX racing". You're a great teacher having learnt it the hard way yourself, I'm sure. All the best with your new site!
Back when I raced MX, I found the same with jumping. Just start off small, (like a double jump), to work on technique until you get board of it. Then make the jump a little bigger, and repeat. Keep working your way up, bigger and bigger. I found that is the best way to learn. Once you are going bigger, nothing smaller intimidates you anymore.
I really appreciate your videos. I was trying to do the PA Wilds BDR X earlier this month and had an accident and I'm trying to get myself to get back on the bike and your advice is going to help me a ton.
Man, Megan can really get the in-the-head part so right. Megan, I'm riding a street-ish bike in off-road stuff, as an old, overweight, untrained person and every time you give advise, I get better. I hope my kids are watching you. I so hope you and Jocelin Snow make a video together. I want to see her mentoring you on a 600lb bike and I want to see you collaborating on dual-sport/dirt bikes.
@@megs_braap your a huge ambassador for the sport, your known in Australia for starters. A lot of women look Upto you and ride today because of you. Your also a bloody good rider.. I’m learning to ride again on prosthetic legs and your videos have been a huge help to me.. it’s been a real trip having to learn to ride again it’s extremely exciting haha…
@@megs_braap the world needs people like us Meg. This is our job now. Yeah we have our races to do and training n practice n free rides but as soon as someone approaches me I gotta go to work. I gotta inspire em. Every one of em. I had my first races last Monday, next month I’m invited back to watch 3 others in there first races. It’s an absolute honour to know there’s so many people who ride today after meeting me. It’s a great feeling hey..
If you ride MTB or BMX, this is a classic quarter pipe fly out. Not a bad idea to hit up a local skatepark, if you have the opportunity. Removing the worry of being crushed by a 250lb bike helps to concentrate on the technique.
I love doing this at my local skatepark whenever I'm cycling past and there's free space lol Theres even a dirt table top there bc the council ran out of concrete 🤣🤣
Well timed, riding season is just starting where I live, and I really want to make some technique improvements this year, which in a lot of cases means fighting 30 someodd years survival instinct to get everything right in the moment.
I noticed when u «hesitaded» your focus or vision was locked at the «failing point»instead of keeping your sight «forward» towards the desired destination. I often find it to kind of engage the autopilot in me, to look past the opsticle, if that makes sense😂? Could be im wrong about this but…
@@mannyechaluce3814 Time to move out of that crazy place like a lot of other people are doing. Totally agree with you. BTW, how are they going to catch you if you're out riding somewhere? I know they can't catch me.
This is why your training videos are just so good. Simple, great videos that break down something into small bites, and shown repeatedly. And for a new (and older) offroad rider like me, these are really good, including this one on fear. Thank you so much.
That’s really great feedback Jonathan! Thank you so much. 🙏
Excellent tutorial, showing yourself, an accomplished rider, failing repeatedly gives the rest of us mortals hope! Well done.
When the video started, first thing i thought was, "I couldn't do that." So yeah, fear it is. Really enjoy the videos.
what a wondaful teacher!
on point,simple and clear explanation. i like the way you presented it
So accurate… Save me from how much I suck Meg!
Thank you very much for all your learning content like this. It feels the most relatable for amateurs like me who just want to go riding on trails (and survive...😀) and not necessarily "MX racing".
You're a great teacher having learnt it the hard way yourself, I'm sure. All the best with your new site!
You are amazing. doubtless the best for me. Thanks for great information
I appreciate the instruction and as far as learning through watching, you make it a little easier 😍. Yes I know, that was cheesy 🤷♂️🤦♂️.
Back when I raced MX, I found the same with jumping. Just start off small, (like a double jump), to work on technique until you get board of it. Then make the jump a little bigger, and repeat. Keep working your way up, bigger and bigger. I found that is the best way to learn. Once you are going bigger, nothing smaller intimidates you anymore.
Love it, find out what scares you and break it down to small steps. Applies to everything in life!
Great to see you back, love your videos.
Much appreciated Joe!
@Megs Braap No worries doll, you are the reason I bought my KTM 250xcw
Thanks ❤
Excellent!! Love your videos!
Thanks for the video! Cheers from Brasil
Fear is the same feeling as excitement but we just label it differently.
That was an excellent vid!! Very timely for me Megan! Well done!
First off Meg has no fear! I have seen the videos.
Great ride at the Grinding Stone. Awesome to see you on the top of the box!
One whiskey throttle when I was a little kid kept me off the bikes for years. I’m making up for that lost time now though.
Nice video
Great vid... practice, practice, practice! 🙂
This is my problem, FEAR
I really appreciate your videos. I was trying to do the PA Wilds BDR X earlier this month and had an accident and I'm trying to get myself to get back on the bike and your advice is going to help me a ton.
You are simply an amazing rider.
Man, Megan can really get the in-the-head part so right.
Megan, I'm riding a street-ish bike in off-road stuff, as an old, overweight, untrained person and every time you give advise, I get better.
I hope my kids are watching you.
I so hope you and Jocelin Snow make a video together. I want to see her mentoring you on a 600lb bike and I want to see you collaborating on dual-sport/dirt bikes.
Great to see ya back mate!
Cheers!
@@megs_braap your a huge ambassador for the sport, your known in Australia for starters. A lot of women look Upto you and ride today because of you.
Your also a bloody good rider.. I’m learning to ride again on prosthetic legs and your videos have been a huge help to me.. it’s been a real trip having to learn to ride again it’s extremely exciting haha…
@@megs_braap the world needs people like us Meg. This is our job now. Yeah we have our races to do and training n practice n free rides but as soon as someone approaches me I gotta go to work. I gotta inspire em. Every one of em. I had my first races last Monday, next month I’m invited back to watch 3 others in there first races. It’s an absolute honour to know there’s so many people who ride today after meeting me. It’s a great feeling hey..
If you ride MTB or BMX, this is a classic quarter pipe fly out. Not a bad idea to hit up a local skatepark, if you have the opportunity. Removing the worry of being crushed by a 250lb bike helps to concentrate on the technique.
I love doing this at my local skatepark whenever I'm cycling past and there's free space lol
Theres even a dirt table top there bc the council ran out of concrete 🤣🤣
Yea i had a bad accident due to improper technique and now riding period is scary but im finally doin it again after 15yrs or so
Great Advice, many THANKS❤
Well timed, riding season is just starting where I live, and I really want to make some technique improvements this year, which in a lot of cases means fighting 30 someodd years survival instinct to get everything right in the moment.
You are inspiring the people to improve the skills 👏👏👏👏👏👏💪🤘🏻
Yay...new videa😄
Meg's awesome! Fear f%^ks up everything! She believes in herself! .....you should too!
Whoa, when did you start riding a GPX? I saw you on Quinn's Grinding Stone race vlog and saw that you were riding it. BTW, huge congrats on the win!
Awesome :)
IT TAKES ME 4 DAYS TO GET ENOUGH COURAGE TO RIDE MY KTM 500EXC 6 DAYS ,DAVE .
Are you doing classes this summer? I don't see anything on tractionerag. Thanks
I WISH I HAD A DESERT TO RIDE IN 🙂
I noticed when u «hesitaded» your focus or vision was locked at the «failing point»instead of keeping your sight «forward» towards the desired destination. I often find it to kind of engage the autopilot in me, to look past the opsticle, if that makes sense😂?
Could be im wrong about this but…
No, you are correct! Look past the obstacle.
Hi Meg.
I struggle with steep down hills, I tend to freeze and sit down and grab the front brake. Any advice would be great.
Love your videos UK.
Now I just need more time to ride!
I got time to ride, but I live in California, riding is almost banned here :S I thought time was my enemy, but its my own Government that is my enemy
@@mannyechaluce3814 Time to move out of that crazy place like a lot of other people are doing. Totally agree with you. BTW, how are they going to catch you if you're out riding somewhere? I know they can't catch me.
When exactly during the climb do you roll off the gas so the bike doesn't backflip?
supercross 6 video game MUSIC
好讚喔
Neat to see you on a GPX 300?
You like China bikes? yuck.
Moab?
As I watch your videos, it's difficult to believe fear is much of a problem for you.
😊👍🇮🇩
If you ride a wrong bike you cannot overcome your fears...
just drink a lot of red bull and you'll be fine ;)