The best thing about Mountain Biking is the culture that surrounds the sport. I played college level lacrosse for two years and everyone was competing with each other, but also against each other for playing time. No one is going to rip you off the bike because you aren't riding well enough and tell you to ride the bench. There is something for every level of person in this sport. Whether that be the chillest XC loop, or the craziest double black tech trail, there is a place a place in the sand box for everyone. It speaks volumes about the people in this sport that the majority of the people I have met and become friends with through this sport have been literally met at a rest spot on the mountain or in the lift line. Speaking from experience I would not be the rider that I am today had I not by chance linked up with my friend Andre at Mountain Creek one day. I also would not be the "RUclipsr" I am today if it weren't for Sage taking me under his wing and taking the time out of his day to call me, speak to me, and offer feedback. I truly appreciate all the people I have met on the journey. When it comes to consequences, that's what makes MTB so amazing. You can shoot a great 9 holes of golf or play pickleball and that feeling will never come close to checking off a feature that you never have. The sport itself is high consequence and that's what makes it great, in my opinion. Doing something you thought you couldn't do and riding away. People fall, and people crash. How many videos of Remy, Tom Isted, and Brendog do you see fall all the time? You don't know your limits until you push them. Now, going from a green trail to a pro-line drop is maybe not the best idea, but going from a green trail to a blue tech trail is a reasonable step in the right direction. Rule of 3 is a great rule to live by because that's your bodies way of telling you it's not ready for something if you can't get over it by the 3rd try. To me, there is no better feeling that pushing through your brains "doubt" and sticking the landing and riding away, but doing it safely and within reason. Two separate answers, but listening to the show as I edit now. Keep it up. Love the show.
So many excellent points and insightful feedback here Dennis. I have participated in many sports and activities and your right, nothing comes close to the folks and feelings you get from mountain biking. I loved the sandbox analogy. Your progression on the bike, and on your channel, have been awesome to see. I'm glad I was able to help in some small way. As we like to say "the skills are in there" we just need to get out of our own way and be open to new opportunities and signs. Thank you for this wonderful comment! Sage
Man, I love this comment & insight!! Thanks Dennis! Much appreciated. I really like your take on the "Rule of 3" as your body (or mind) telling you that you're not ready. Never thought of it that way but it makes a ton of sense. Thanks again for listening, commenting and for shouting us out on your recent youtube vid! - Dan
Quite the epiphany from Dan (re: we are worthy whether we send that feature or not) and easy to grasp intellectually but hard to live by. As I work my way back from a prolonged break from the bike (surgery as you know) I really enjoy Dan’s positivity on all episodes but this one is top shelf ❤
Dan is definitely the guru of positivity. I'm grateful he is in our lives. I'm so stoked to see you back on two wheels!!! Thanks for watching and commenting Shelly. Sage
I appreciate your comment so much Shelly! I went 'deep' on this episode but I think it's something many can relate to. Gratitude for your continued healing!! - Dan
You guys make some great points here. I ride for fun as the main purpose. Sometimes that is just getting outside and riding some easy double track. Sometimes it's hard technical places like Spring Mountain. Getting hurt and not riding is not fun but conquering mental and physical challenges are fun. It is a hard line to balance but knowing yourself and your purpose with mountain biking is the key to this.
Oh man, just the mention of the words Spring Mountain gives me goosebumps, lol. Good stuff Mark. I think I need to get back there soon. Thanks for watching and commenting. Sage
Spot on comment! It's such a fine line. We can chase that progression and the feelings that come with it or we can play it safe. Somewhere in between is the sweet spot of mtbing!! Appreciate the insightful comment as always! - Dan
12 days in a row with rain was certainly annoying, I have no idea how people that live in rainy areas do it. I don't have a trainer but my wife and I were able to get several misty rides in on the tow path at Grings Mill for exercise. That means four wood bridges so we actually opted for our mountain bikes rather than our leisure bikes that have road tires on them.
Love that Pat! I've ridden the Grings Mill tow path before and it's beautiful. I'm glad you were able to make the best of an otherwise crappy situation. Kudos to you and Mrs Chain. Sage
I remind myself of this all the time. Before I do something big and high consequence- am I doing it for "content" or do I genuinely want to do it. If its something that I just want to get on video, I'm less likely to talk myself into it. No video is worth going past your limits! Riding with intention is something I stand by religiously- if you're gonna be a passenger and not commit, there's no need to try that feature.
I like how you said "passenger" Zane, and it makes a lot of sense. RUclips pressure is something I can totally understand. I'd like to think I've grown out of that, but it still pops into my head more than I'd like to admit, lol. Sage
I live in the PNW, but sorry to say that I can't tell you much about riding in the wet here, as I live in the rain shadow of the Cascade mountains, couple hundred miles from the coast. Not much rain over here at 8 or 10 inches per year. Used to riding kitty litter over hardpack. And rocks. Not many trees, no wet roots. And yes, we're still technically part of the Pacific Northwest, all the way into and including Idaho, even though some will try to tell you that it ends at the Cascade crest.
Just goes to show what us Yankees know about geography! I think only of Squamish. LOL! But your riding also sounds super fun!! Thanks for listening and commenting as always! - Dan
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The best thing about Mountain Biking is the culture that surrounds the sport. I played college level lacrosse for two years and everyone was competing with each other, but also against each other for playing time. No one is going to rip you off the bike because you aren't riding well enough and tell you to ride the bench. There is something for every level of person in this sport. Whether that be the chillest XC loop, or the craziest double black tech trail, there is a place a place in the sand box for everyone. It speaks volumes about the people in this sport that the majority of the people I have met and become friends with through this sport have been literally met at a rest spot on the mountain or in the lift line. Speaking from experience I would not be the rider that I am today had I not by chance linked up with my friend Andre at Mountain Creek one day. I also would not be the "RUclipsr" I am today if it weren't for Sage taking me under his wing and taking the time out of his day to call me, speak to me, and offer feedback. I truly appreciate all the people I have met on the journey.
When it comes to consequences, that's what makes MTB so amazing. You can shoot a great 9 holes of golf or play pickleball and that feeling will never come close to checking off a feature that you never have. The sport itself is high consequence and that's what makes it great, in my opinion. Doing something you thought you couldn't do and riding away. People fall, and people crash. How many videos of Remy, Tom Isted, and Brendog do you see fall all the time? You don't know your limits until you push them. Now, going from a green trail to a pro-line drop is maybe not the best idea, but going from a green trail to a blue tech trail is a reasonable step in the right direction. Rule of 3 is a great rule to live by because that's your bodies way of telling you it's not ready for something if you can't get over it by the 3rd try. To me, there is no better feeling that pushing through your brains "doubt" and sticking the landing and riding away, but doing it safely and within reason.
Two separate answers, but listening to the show as I edit now. Keep it up. Love the show.
So many excellent points and insightful feedback here Dennis. I have participated in many sports and activities and your right, nothing comes close to the folks and feelings you get from mountain biking. I loved the sandbox analogy. Your progression on the bike, and on your channel, have been awesome to see. I'm glad I was able to help in some small way. As we like to say "the skills are in there" we just need to get out of our own way and be open to new opportunities and signs. Thank you for this wonderful comment! Sage
Man, I love this comment & insight!! Thanks Dennis! Much appreciated. I really like your take on the "Rule of 3" as your body (or mind) telling you that you're not ready. Never thought of it that way but it makes a ton of sense. Thanks again for listening, commenting and for shouting us out on your recent youtube vid! - Dan
@@TheRideAbides anytime man, hopefully we can link up for a ride soon
Quite the epiphany from Dan (re: we are worthy whether we send that feature or not) and easy to grasp intellectually but hard to live by. As I work my way back from a prolonged break from the bike (surgery as you know) I really enjoy Dan’s positivity on all episodes but this one is top shelf ❤
Dan is definitely the guru of positivity. I'm grateful he is in our lives. I'm so stoked to see you back on two wheels!!! Thanks for watching and commenting Shelly. Sage
I appreciate your comment so much Shelly! I went 'deep' on this episode but I think it's something many can relate to. Gratitude for your continued healing!! - Dan
You guys make some great points here. I ride for fun as the main purpose. Sometimes that is just getting outside and riding some easy double track. Sometimes it's hard technical places like Spring Mountain. Getting hurt and not riding is not fun but conquering mental and physical challenges are fun. It is a hard line to balance but knowing yourself and your purpose with mountain biking is the key to this.
Oh man, just the mention of the words Spring Mountain gives me goosebumps, lol. Good stuff Mark. I think I need to get back there soon. Thanks for watching and commenting. Sage
Spot on comment! It's such a fine line. We can chase that progression and the feelings that come with it or we can play it safe. Somewhere in between is the sweet spot of mtbing!! Appreciate the insightful comment as always! - Dan
12 days in a row with rain was certainly annoying, I have no idea how people that live in rainy areas do it. I don't have a trainer but my wife and I were able to get several misty rides in on the tow path at Grings Mill for exercise. That means four wood bridges so we actually opted for our mountain bikes rather than our leisure bikes that have road tires on them.
Love that Pat! I've ridden the Grings Mill tow path before and it's beautiful. I'm glad you were able to make the best of an otherwise crappy situation. Kudos to you and Mrs Chain. Sage
Alpha move by you and Mrs. Chain getting out for rides in the rain!! Glad you kept the rubber side down on those bridges too!! - Dan
I remind myself of this all the time. Before I do something big and high consequence- am I doing it for "content" or do I genuinely want to do it. If its something that I just want to get on video, I'm less likely to talk myself into it. No video is worth going past your limits! Riding with intention is something I stand by religiously- if you're gonna be a passenger and not commit, there's no need to try that feature.
I like how you said "passenger" Zane, and it makes a lot of sense. RUclips pressure is something I can totally understand. I'd like to think I've grown out of that, but it still pops into my head more than I'd like to admit, lol. Sage
Another stellar comment and insight Zane!! Appreciate you!! Commit or quit! - Dan
The Flying Sage!
Ha! Thank you. Progression is the best! Sage
Right!! It totally happened!! We aren't who we thought we were... we're better! :) - Dan
Ride with jazz hands lol. Great podcast thank you. Have a great week guys
Ha! Thanks for listening/watching to the end Erin! Have a great rest of the week. Sage
Jazz hands = anti-lock brakes! Who knew!? LOL! Thanks as always Erin!! - Dan
I live in the PNW, but sorry to say that I can't tell you much about riding in the wet here, as I live in the rain shadow of the Cascade mountains, couple hundred miles from the coast. Not much rain over here at 8 or 10 inches per year. Used to riding kitty litter over hardpack. And rocks. Not many trees, no wet roots. And yes, we're still technically part of the Pacific Northwest, all the way into and including Idaho, even though some will try to tell you that it ends at the Cascade crest.
Well regardless it still sounds like an awesome place to ride Stan. Thanks for watching and commenting. Sage
Just goes to show what us Yankees know about geography! I think only of Squamish. LOL! But your riding also sounds super fun!! Thanks for listening and commenting as always! - Dan
@@TheRideAbides Squamish...on the bucket list.