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@@Calispeedboi I always wondered about that too. It's human nature to put your hands out for self-preservation when you're going down. I always wear gloves because I spend most of my day on a keyboard and I can't afford to bust up my hands.
There is one more very important thing you forgot to mention ;) Remember to always check the conditions on the trail! I made this terrible mistake and didnt think about wind which caused a nasty heel fracture...
Its so nice that you dont own a youtube channel that only shows trails and you riding things, but instead you constantly communicate and advice others through your experiences. I keep learning lots from your videos every week!
That was one of the best riding tutorials I've ever seen. Incredibly humble and straightforward, down-to-earth advice. Coming from such an incredible rider, this really helps me tailor my approach to new challenges. My method of, "Don't chicken out while my buddies are watching", followed by a crash, doesn't seem to be the most efficient...or fun. Thanks a ton Remy.
Super important topic thanks for this! What you dont see in the ol instagram/youtube edits is the countless runups, no-go days, nervousness, self control, etc that goes into pushing your limits. The same is true for everybody. One thing i think is important to emphasize is that WHEN you crash, you NEED to figure out why you crashed. If you dont, your brain will categorize it as "this could happen at any time", which just destroys your self confidence for such a long time. Maybe forever. You can actually practice this by watching PB fail fridays and try to figure out exactly why each person crashes.
Remy is awesome!! Whenever I watch his videos, I get motivated to ride. He is like the "Evil Knievel" of MTB!! My favorite MTB channel to watch now. Great that Remy discussed "Fear" in this video. It seems like a taboo topic on all MTB channels. Not sure why, maybe because it's a given? There is a huge psychological side to MTB - Fear is a major aspect. A few years ago, I fractured my wrist going down a steep section I've gone down a zillion times! After some reflection of what happened, I realized for some bizarre reason I got nervous and used the brakes, then lost control. I was overthinking at the time - as Remy mentioned. Since that crash, I avoided that section. Sometimes, I back out of sections and "walk it out" because mentally I can't commit or overthink. I accept it though, since I'm almost 50. It's better to be safe and ride another day.
Fear is healthy as it keeps you safe but you shouldn’t let fear overcome you . Overcoming fear is a sign of progression. Love this video as I explore and look at features for ages analysing before hitting it. Awesome video
I've only been riding for 2 years but I came from skateboarding which I did for 15 years. My process is to visualise, go through the body motions mentally and have confidence in my abilities based on previous experience. If I've gone through that and i'm still not feeling it then I know to walk away. Keep smashing it Remy!
Remy, thank you for giving us a glimpse behind the curtain. It's good to know that even a pro rider is still human just like the rest of us, with fears and apprehension to overcome. I have been riding a local bike park for the last couple years and have progressed exponentially just by pushing myself a little bit out of my comfort zone each time. Thanks for what you do!
Thank you Rémy. I rode many years ago with a group of "send it" guys and it never made sense to me. Just got back into riding a few months ago and I really appreciate you're perspective and attention to detail. Especially in braking.
This was REALLY well done, all super important points for sure and it brings home how important it is for EVERYONE to follow these strategies, even pro level riders. Something that's lost in this day of instagram and social media glamour shots, made to look like they came out of the womb dropping 50 ft. cliff's on their bikes. No. It takes, time, dedication, expertise, practice, analyzing, pre-checking etc. Always progress at your own pace. Follow that inner voice. Send it when you feel it, and walk it if you don't... you'll progressively level up that way while avoided getting bumped down a notch due to injuries etc.
Great video Remy! A lot of people who don't do extreme sport or might be just starting out don't realise the process involved in trying things for the first time. Very helpful to hear your process
Remy, I wanna say a big "thank you".You really inspire me and make me a better rider. Really appreciate your pro tips and your happiness to share them!
Amazing riding as always. It is refreshing to hear that an accomplished rider like yourself still struggles with fearful thoughts like the rest of us mortals. Thank you for the glimpse into your mental process and the insight you provide for being successful on challenging features.
I liked the way you address your mental game. It is a common point of contention with many riders...do I try or not, have I checked, how do I feel, etc...these are all important because the risk of injury is also real if unprepared. Great stuff!
I like that you are acting so natural, no affect and you are so peaceful. Such a good qualities for a rider. And it's very supportive to hear that it's OK to step back if you don't feel it. We should listen our bodies more and trying to be more wise in making the decisions. And it's not only about mountain biking. Thanks.
I had last year a lot of silly crashes. It turned out that changing the stem lenght was the root cause. This video helped me a lot in understanding how to deal with fear and how to setup my mind. Merci, Remy!
You the man Rem! All the technique videos in the world go right out the window when you are overcome with fear. Thanks for a little peek into the mindset.
I've been riding for almost 10 years and have always seen inexperienced riders trying every feature before I did, I'm glad to see someone of your level can still progress without being fearless. Thank you for that video!
I enjoyed your tips on managing fear, but I find just ignoring peer group pressure has probably saved me from more crashes than anything. Great channel and love the new Propain bikes!
I love your videos. The joy, the playfulness, the skills, the tracks, the nature, the learning part, your always kind manners, the tons of motivation your videos gives the watcher. This is it; this is mtb at its best! Thanks, Rémy!!! :)
So stoked you posted this. Fear has stopped me riding so many lines. It was coaching that gave me the extra skills and confidence in myself, that and encouragement from mates.
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I've been doing parkour too for quite a few years now, which is very similar to this "extreme" side of mountain biking (on a bike i'm more like an XC rider). One thing that i found really useful, is actually knowing and studying what can happen badly. I don't want to look away from the dangers, i want to know them in order to successfully avoid them, and be prepared in every situation. And the saying could be applied for MTB too: think before jump, jump without thinking. Stay safe! :)
I find it really useful to to think about what could go wrong because then you can visualise how to avoid or cope with it. I just have to make sure not.to overthink about what could go wrong.
This is maybe my favorite video of yours Remy. That's saying a lot because you have made some phenomenal edits. Overcoming fear is probably the most rewarding thing about mountain biking for me. Thanks for making this video explaining your process.
It's great getting an honest and logical progression dealing with the negative aspects of fear, which can also be easily adjusted to fit any adventure sport. Thanks very much Remi!!!!
Thanks for talking through this, Rémy - it's a subject that doesn't get enough daylight and it's so great to see how a rider at the highest level deals with the same thing that us mortals experience.
I love this channel, be patient and avoiding the big injuries is key. Five Tens coming Friday from Jenson, glad they continue to support the channel. I ll use for link soon
Thanks for sharing your process of dealing with and eventually overcoming fear! Consciously taking on risk and pushing your own limits to me is one of the most rewarding aspects of all outdoor/action sports, especially MTB and skiing!
Remy, thank you much for sharing this video and your thoughts about fear. The vulnerability and gift of getting to see what your process is is such a gift to us! Felt so practical to carry this into other areas of life as well. Thankful for you and who you are!
This was extremely helpful! I come from riding motorcycles and just started mountainbiking again last summer. I've learned a lot from your videos. Especially for progressing my own riding and dealing with fear. It's the same with motorcycles... If you don't feel it.. don't do it. I don't even dream about doing stuff like the jumps, drops and trails from your videos. But even on my local more calm trials you can get frightened. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on how to deal with it!
Absolutely loved this. Everything explained was everything I feel myself for all the years I’ve been riding. It’s nice to hear it not only from someone else but from a pro of your caliber. Thanks Remy👍🏼👌🏼
It's such a relief to hear that even the pros still get the heebie jeebies from features and some lines. This was a really interesting video to watch - I always check my bike before a ride but hadn't thought about doing a mech check before a specific feature to ease anxiety and remind myself that I'm good to go. Thanks for the tips Rémy!
I appreciate the way you broke down fear and how to address it, handle it, and respect it. Some days its good to do the move, other days skip it. Love the content Remy, keep it coming!
I'm glad you said that you get scared too. Sometimes when I see your videos or others, I tell myself I need to grow a pair and man up, but this video helped me understand that even the pros get scared and sometimes walk away if the feeling isn't right. Thank you for that and keep producing those awesome videos. I hope to bump into you one day on the trails in BC.
Very nice Video Rémy, I did summarize the concept with my kids! Fear is essential, not a weakness, it usually goes away with preparation. But these day everything has to happened instantaneously!
Thanks for the tips Rémy! I mostly just hit stuff when Im in the zone and later realize what i've done but have started to analyze larger features alot more after I found your channel. It has definintely made me a better and safer rider. Love your videos, cheers!
Great video Remy! That switching to autopilot made a lot a sense to me. Sometimes I find myself looking at a feature to long that I know I can do and then start doubting myself. Thanks for the great tips!
I can't lie, I always watch this scientist dissect trails and features so I know what to do on the obstacles I do... Even though they are on a micro scale in comparison, it's so amazing to hear how he breaks the trails down. Love it.
More amazing content, Remy! Nice to know that even pro's have that vision of riding something and everything goes horribly wrong in your mind, even though you're trying to visualize yourself riding it successfully. Really related to that part and stoked to give your remedy a try this spring.
I’m glad to hear even the pros have fear. Most videos make it seem like you guys are fearless and invincible. Great pointers! Thanks for the inspiration
Thank you Remy for sharing this. I’m glad to know that even the best riders out there get scared. I like to tell myself when something is within my skill set, visualize, and then if I still don’t feel good on the run up, pass till another day. If it feels good, go for it.
Thank you so much Rémy for your very useful advice about how to manage our fears while riding. Not many pro riders took the opportunity to make a video on that topic. I really appreciate your humble way to explain how you deal it yourself as many weekend riders share the same feelings as you on their own local trails. Thanks again, I’m a big fan of your channel! Keep on your fantastic work!
Nice to see you being transparent and sharing your feelings like the ones us mere mortals get. That is a good insight into how to manage it and not trying stupid things when you are not feeling it. Thanks for the insight. Love your videos.
I remember watching you at rampage, waiting for the wind...that must have been so intense! i'm also someone that can move from "visualize" to "overanalyze" quite easily if i'm not careful. but most of my injuries have come by getting lost in an adrenaline rush and not managing my risk appropriately. definitely a fine line. thanks for sharing your process, Remi.
Thank you for talking about fear as comfortably as you talk about anything else that is normal and important in your life! Fear is healthy. Feeling it, understanding it, and using it is healthy and fun!
Love the perspective, often times us amateur's tend to think youre fearless and just force sends... or our fear is something we fall victim to, rather than realize its a learned, yet calculated, skill to control the mind with the proper practice to back up our skills.
Such a good way to manage fear. It took me a couple big crashes to get to this point. Being able to say no is so healthy when you start the really push your boundaries.
Great points Remy! I've been mountain biking for 30 years now, and the times that I feel uneasy, I don't beat myself up about it. My worst injury was slipping on a small wet branch on a flat section of trail, fell awkward and dislocated my shoulder. I use that experience to remind myself that I ride far harder sections successfully without incident and to work through the thoughts in my mind. And if it doesn't feel right, it'll be there the next time I ride the trail.
Great video. I suffer from being scared to hit certain features, and this video has helped me to go about it differently. It's definitely a mental game. I want to ride within my limits, but also progress to increase my limits, so thanks for the breakdown and additional comments about walking the line.
Thanks for walking through your process with us. I totally agree that if you are still unsure after going through everything to walk away and come back another day. Not worth the risk.
I remember crashing on a 3 foot drop to flat. I did my assessment and mental run through, then went for it. After I crashed and caught my breathe I had to figure out what I did wrong. I missed what made me crash. What I thought to be flat, was actually sloped. When I landed my bike washed out under me. Now I will always look for that scenario. I'll definitely be looking for that in any jump now. Thanks Remy for sharing this with us!
Just bought my first bike, videos like this are extremely helpful. Love the regular content though as well, you do make it look effortless, which is fun to watch!
Experience, experience, experience, it can’t be stressed enough. My way of getting over fear is picturing my self hitting a line perfectly. Over and over and over again. It’s hard to explain, but even though you are thinking about your self hitting a line, it still helps with the muscle memory. If you have pictured your self doing that jump enough in your mind, you are likely to grease it perfectly. But it takes experience to master that. It’s so important to know your body and how you are feeling. Great video Remy!
It’s refreshing to see that top athletes are, and get scared doing their craft. It’s easy to be a armchair MTB rider saying that easy, or this person is not human. But they but their pants on one leg at a time. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and concerns. Your awesome!
Thank you Remy! Always enjoy your videos. I appreciated hearing that you have days when you are just not feeling it. It makes me feel better about when those days happen to me. Much good advice here.
Very well said remy. I have learned since I was little to always listen to your gut feeling when doing bigger gaps/features. Love the honestly not a lot of ppl will admit they are scared when they ride 🤘
Good you clarified this issue, thought you were a robot.
LOL!!!!!!
Same 😂😂
I should have edited the video differently: I normally walk the line, analyze it and then adjust the bike. Can you see something else I forgot?
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@@Calispeedboi I always wondered about that too. It's human nature to put your hands out for self-preservation when you're going down. I always wear gloves because I spend most of my day on a keyboard and I can't afford to bust up my hands.
There is one more very important thing you forgot to mention ;) Remember to always check the conditions on the trail! I made this terrible mistake and didnt think about wind which caused a nasty heel fracture...
This is my favorite TED Talk ever.
Its so nice that you dont own a youtube channel that only shows trails and you riding things, but instead you constantly communicate and advice others through your experiences. I keep learning lots from your videos every week!
Glad you enjoy it!
That was one of the best riding tutorials I've ever seen. Incredibly humble and straightforward, down-to-earth advice. Coming from such an incredible rider, this really helps me tailor my approach to new challenges. My method of, "Don't chicken out while my buddies are watching", followed by a crash, doesn't seem to be the most efficient...or fun. Thanks a ton Remy.
The bike setup and feeling like it’s dialed is such a big part of mountain biking even if you’re not sending it huuuuuuge like Remi 🔥
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glad to hear even pro riders are scared of hitting some features, makes me feel a bit better about myself
One of my buddies that goes (relatively) huge, says he is scared almost all the time. Wasnt expecting him to say that..
Super important topic thanks for this! What you dont see in the ol instagram/youtube edits is the countless runups, no-go days, nervousness, self control, etc that goes into pushing your limits. The same is true for everybody.
One thing i think is important to emphasize is that WHEN you crash, you NEED to figure out why you crashed. If you dont, your brain will categorize it as "this could happen at any time", which just destroys your self confidence for such a long time. Maybe forever. You can actually practice this by watching PB fail fridays and try to figure out exactly why each person crashes.
Probably the Barney Stinson way:
"If I'm scared, I stop being scared and be awesome instead."
Remy is awesome!! Whenever I watch his videos, I get motivated to ride. He is like the "Evil Knievel" of MTB!! My favorite MTB channel to watch now.
Great that Remy discussed "Fear" in this video. It seems like a taboo topic on all MTB channels. Not sure why, maybe because it's a given? There is a huge psychological side to MTB - Fear is a major aspect.
A few years ago, I fractured my wrist going down a steep section I've gone down a zillion times!
After some reflection of what happened, I realized for some bizarre reason I got nervous and used the brakes, then lost control. I was overthinking at the time - as Remy mentioned. Since that crash, I avoided that section.
Sometimes, I back out of sections and "walk it out" because mentally I can't commit or overthink. I accept it though, since I'm almost 50. It's better to be safe and ride another day.
Fear is healthy as it keeps you safe but you shouldn’t let fear overcome you . Overcoming fear is a sign of progression. Love this video as I explore and look at features for ages analysing before hitting it. Awesome video
I've only been riding for 2 years but I came from skateboarding which I did for 15 years. My process is to visualise, go through the body motions mentally and have confidence in my abilities based on previous experience. If I've gone through that and i'm still not feeling it then I know to walk away. Keep smashing it Remy!
It feels so good to clear a feature that you have been scared of and walked away from a few times before
Remy, thank you for giving us a glimpse behind the curtain. It's good to know that even a pro rider is still human just like the rest of us, with fears and apprehension to overcome. I have been riding a local bike park for the last couple years and have progressed exponentially just by pushing myself a little bit out of my comfort zone each time. Thanks for what you do!
Great advice man. Fear I guess is an unavoidable part of the sport, and your tactical advice on how to mitigate it, helps a lot.
Thank you Rémy. I rode many years ago with a group of "send it" guys and it never made sense to me. Just got back into riding a few months ago and I really appreciate you're perspective and attention to detail. Especially in braking.
This was REALLY well done, all super important points for sure and it brings home how important it is for EVERYONE to follow these strategies, even pro level riders. Something that's lost in this day of instagram and social media glamour shots, made to look like they came out of the womb dropping 50 ft. cliff's on their bikes. No. It takes, time, dedication, expertise, practice, analyzing, pre-checking etc. Always progress at your own pace. Follow that inner voice. Send it when you feel it, and walk it if you don't... you'll progressively level up that way while avoided getting bumped down a notch due to injuries etc.
Great video Remy! A lot of people who don't do extreme sport or might be just starting out don't realise the process involved in trying things for the first time. Very helpful to hear your process
Remy, I wanna say a big "thank you".You really inspire me and make me a better rider. Really appreciate your pro tips and your happiness to share them!
My pleasure!!
Amazing riding as always. It is refreshing to hear that an accomplished rider like yourself still struggles with fearful thoughts like the rest of us mortals. Thank you for the glimpse into your mental process and the insight you provide for being successful on challenging features.
Never would have thought Remy is mortal! Made me feel better. Thanks.
I liked the way you address your mental game. It is a common point of contention with many riders...do I try or not, have I checked, how do I feel, etc...these are all important because the risk of injury is also real if unprepared. Great stuff!
Dude, this may be very helpfull for me... especially when you're over forty and have a lot to loose 😁
i'm 35 and still i agree :D
Loose joints 😂😂
47 here and yes I totally relate.
49 here....Bad crash in November still healing. Ride safe and know your limits!
@@MikeRidesBikes healin vibes to you Bro 🤟
Thank you, Rémy! Knowing that you deal with fear as well is very helpful and inspiring
I like that you are acting so natural, no affect and you are so peaceful. Such a good qualities for a rider. And it's very supportive to hear that it's OK to step back if you don't feel it. We should listen our bodies more and trying to be more wise in making the decisions. And it's not only about mountain biking. Thanks.
I had last year a lot of silly crashes. It turned out that changing the stem lenght was the root cause. This video helped me a lot in understanding how to deal with fear and how to setup my mind. Merci, Remy!
Can't wait to see this vid...
Me too 😃
You the man Rem! All the technique videos in the world go right out the window when you are overcome with fear. Thanks for a little peek into the mindset.
These lines are amazing #squamish#, thanks for the tips!!
Dédicace de France 😉
I've been riding for almost 10 years and have always seen inexperienced riders trying every feature before I did, I'm glad to see someone of your level can still progress without being fearless. Thank you for that video!
you are a true inspiration to beat our fear to all of us
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I enjoyed your tips on managing fear, but I find just ignoring peer group pressure has probably saved me from more crashes than anything. Great channel and love the new Propain bikes!
It’s good to know you’re also human 😉
You are fearless! You take your fear and make it “less”... not let it control you. Awesome work Rémy and love watching your vids.
I love your videos. The joy, the playfulness, the skills, the tracks, the nature, the learning part, your always kind manners, the tons of motivation your videos gives the watcher. This is it; this is mtb at its best! Thanks, Rémy!!! :)
So stoked you posted this. Fear has stopped me riding so many lines. It was coaching that gave me the extra skills and confidence in myself, that and encouragement from mates.
I've been doing parkour too for quite a few years now, which is very similar to this "extreme" side of mountain biking (on a bike i'm more like an XC rider).
One thing that i found really useful, is actually knowing and studying what can happen badly. I don't want to look away from the dangers, i want to know them in order to successfully avoid them, and be prepared in every situation.
And the saying could be applied for MTB too: think before jump, jump without thinking.
Stay safe! :)
I find it really useful to to think about what could go wrong because then you can visualise how to avoid or cope with it. I just have to make sure not.to overthink about what could go wrong.
I’m glad to hear even an amazing rider like yourself can have fear when riding features. Thank you for breaking down your approach and process.
This is maybe my favorite video of yours Remy. That's saying a lot because you have made some phenomenal edits. Overcoming fear is probably the most rewarding thing about mountain biking for me. Thanks for making this video explaining your process.
It's great getting an honest and logical progression dealing with the negative aspects of fear, which can also be easily adjusted to fit any adventure sport. Thanks very much Remi!!!!
Thanks for talking through this, Rémy - it's a subject that doesn't get enough daylight and it's so great to see how a rider at the highest level deals with the same thing that us mortals experience.
I love this channel, be patient and avoiding the big injuries is key. Five Tens coming Friday from Jenson, glad they continue to support the channel. I ll use for link soon
Thank you!
Thanks for sharing your process of dealing with and eventually overcoming fear! Consciously taking on risk and pushing your own limits to me is one of the most rewarding aspects of all outdoor/action sports, especially MTB and skiing!
Remy, thank you much for sharing this video and your thoughts about fear. The vulnerability and gift of getting to see what your process is is such a gift to us! Felt so practical to carry this into other areas of life as well. Thankful for you and who you are!
This was extremely helpful! I come from riding motorcycles and just started mountainbiking again last summer. I've learned a lot from your videos. Especially for progressing my own riding and dealing with fear. It's the same with motorcycles... If you don't feel it.. don't do it. I don't even dream about doing stuff like the jumps, drops and trails from your videos. But even on my local more calm trials you can get frightened. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on how to deal with it!
Absolutely loved this. Everything explained was everything I feel myself for all the years I’ve been riding. It’s nice to hear it not only from someone else but from a pro of your caliber. Thanks Remy👍🏼👌🏼
Good talk. I am constantly wrestling with the fear of getting hurt. Risk management is crucial being able to do this long term.
It's such a relief to hear that even the pros still get the heebie jeebies from features and some lines. This was a really interesting video to watch - I always check my bike before a ride but hadn't thought about doing a mech check before a specific feature to ease anxiety and remind myself that I'm good to go. Thanks for the tips Rémy!
I appreciate the way you broke down fear and how to address it, handle it, and respect it. Some days its good to do the move, other days skip it. Love the content Remy, keep it coming!
This particular video is so important for people that are looking to progress their riding!
One of the best MTB channels out there. Great content, Remy. Keep going!✌🏻😎🤘🏻
I'm glad you said that you get scared too. Sometimes when I see your videos or others, I tell myself I need to grow a pair and man up, but this video helped me understand that even the pros get scared and sometimes walk away if the feeling isn't right. Thank you for that and keep producing those awesome videos. I hope to bump into you one day on the trails in BC.
You're a tactician! Solid advice for any skill level of rider. Your mindset has to be right, and you did a great job going through the process.
Very nice Video Rémy, I did summarize the concept with my kids! Fear is essential, not a weakness, it usually goes away with preparation. But these day everything has to happened instantaneously!
Love the professionalism and heart you bring to your videos.
You’re elevating the game
I've been trying to say just what you said for a long time. I just don't have the way with words that you do. It is a real treat watching your videos.
Thanks for the tips Rémy! I mostly just hit stuff when Im in the zone and later realize what i've done but have started to analyze larger features alot more after I found your channel. It has definintely made me a better and safer rider. Love your videos, cheers!
Great video Remy! That switching to autopilot made a lot a sense to me. Sometimes I find myself looking at a feature to long that I know I can do and then start doubting myself. Thanks for the great tips!
Quality content Rémy. Knowing that you walk away on certain days is honestly what I needed to hear.
The walking away part when you aren't feel it is GOLD. Thanks for the tips Remy.
Any time!
Nice walk through of the process for dealing with fear, especially that its OK to walk away and try again another day.
I can't lie, I always watch this scientist dissect trails and features so I know what to do on the obstacles I do... Even though they are on a micro scale in comparison, it's so amazing to hear how he breaks the trails down. Love it.
When ever i see your videos i always think you must either be completely fearless or just crazy. Such useful tips and love the vids!!!
More amazing content, Remy! Nice to know that even pro's have that vision of riding something and everything goes horribly wrong in your mind, even though you're trying to visualize yourself riding it successfully. Really related to that part and stoked to give your remedy a try this spring.
Thanks a ton!
I love talking about the head game. Mental fitness is such a huge part of MTB. Thanks for this one.
You are welcome
There is a lot of good tips in that video, things that Instagram don't show us!
I’m glad to hear even the pros have fear. Most videos make it seem like you guys are fearless and invincible. Great pointers! Thanks for the inspiration
Thank you Remy for sharing this. I’m glad to know that even the best riders out there get scared. I like to tell myself when something is within my skill set, visualize, and then if I still don’t feel good on the run up, pass till another day. If it feels good, go for it.
Thank you so much Rémy for your very useful advice about how to manage our fears while riding. Not many pro riders took the opportunity to make a video on that topic. I really appreciate your humble way to explain how you deal it yourself as many weekend riders share the same feelings as you on their own local trails.
Thanks again, I’m a big fan of your channel! Keep on your fantastic work!
My pleasure!
Nice to see you being transparent and sharing your feelings like the ones us mere mortals get. That is a good insight into how to manage it and not trying stupid things when you are not feeling it.
Thanks for the insight.
Love your videos.
Glad to see a pro talk about fear. I watch all of your videos and never realized you share the same fear that so many of us normal riders do!
Love the channel! I'm building up a hardtail as it's currently -48 where I live, every video makes me look forward to summer!
Good luck!
I appreciate the break down and analysis of how you manage fears unknowns. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the tips. Helpful to hear someone as skilled as you still have those same fears us newbies have.
I remember watching you at rampage, waiting for the wind...that must have been so intense! i'm also someone that can move from "visualize" to "overanalyze" quite easily if i'm not careful. but most of my injuries have come by getting lost in an adrenaline rush and not managing my risk appropriately. definitely a fine line. thanks for sharing your process, Remi.
Remy you're a legend!! awesome video mate
Thank you for talking about fear as comfortably as you talk about anything else that is normal and important in your life! Fear is healthy. Feeling it, understanding it, and using it is healthy and fun!
Love the perspective, often times us amateur's tend to think youre fearless and just force sends... or our fear is something we fall victim to, rather than realize its a learned, yet calculated, skill to control the mind with the proper practice to back up our skills.
Such a good way to manage fear. It took me a couple big crashes to get to this point. Being able to say no is so healthy when you start the really push your boundaries.
Awesome seeing videos like these to remind us you're still human. Thank you for all you do! - Jackson
Great topic. Overcoming fear always so difficult.
Great points Remy! I've been mountain biking for 30 years now, and the times that I feel uneasy, I don't beat myself up about it. My worst injury was slipping on a small wet branch on a flat section of trail, fell awkward and dislocated my shoulder. I use that experience to remind myself that I ride far harder sections successfully without incident and to work through the thoughts in my mind. And if it doesn't feel right, it'll be there the next time I ride the trail.
Great video. I suffer from being scared to hit certain features, and this video has helped me to go about it differently. It's definitely a mental game. I want to ride within my limits, but also progress to increase my limits, so thanks for the breakdown and additional comments about walking the line.
Thanks for walking through your process with us. I totally agree that if you are still unsure after going through everything to walk away and come back another day. Not worth the risk.
Killer video Remy, this is 100% the way to think. Really nice to hear it from a bad ass rider and hear the process in your words. Thanks man!
im a chronic overthinker. the focus, deep breaths, analyse, and if im not feeling it ill take forward, thanks remy
I remember crashing on a 3 foot drop to flat. I did my assessment and mental run through, then went for it. After I crashed and caught my breathe I had to figure out what I did wrong. I missed what made me crash. What I thought to be flat, was actually sloped. When I landed my bike washed out under me. Now I will always look for that scenario. I'll definitely be looking for that in any jump now.
Thanks Remy for sharing this with us!
Awesome take on the fear dilemma! Keep it up Remy
Just bought my first bike, videos like this are extremely helpful. Love the regular content though as well, you do make it look effortless, which is fun to watch!
Welcome in the bike community!
Great video, Remy!! The ebb and flow of riding days matter. Using discernment helps those "flow" days a ton!
Experience, experience, experience, it can’t be stressed enough. My way of getting over fear is picturing my self hitting a line perfectly. Over and over and over again. It’s hard to explain, but even though you are thinking about your self hitting a line, it still helps with the muscle memory. If you have pictured your self doing that jump enough in your mind, you are likely to grease it perfectly. But it takes experience to master that. It’s so important to know your body and how you are feeling. Great video Remy!
It’s refreshing to see that top athletes are, and get scared doing their craft. It’s easy to be a armchair MTB rider saying that easy, or this person is not human. But they but their pants on one leg at a time. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and concerns. Your awesome!
Rémy you are a transparent bike warrior!...We appreciate your honesty and your belief in your goals. Keep it real brotha!! 🤟
very inspiring seeing you go big encourages me to push my limits even if they pale into insignificance compared to the stuff you ride.
Thanks for this one. Great advice for us trying to progress to the next level.
Thank you Remy! Always enjoy your videos. I appreciated hearing that you have days when you are just not feeling it. It makes me feel better about when those days happen to me. Much good advice here.
Love your videos Rémy. My son and I look forward to them every week!
Thanks for all the advice,
glad to know that you still have the same fear but at a different leval
Very well said remy. I have learned since I was little to always listen to your gut feeling when doing bigger gaps/features. Love the honestly not a lot of ppl will admit they are scared when they ride 🤘
Your videos are awesome man!! It definitely is hard for me to get over some of my fears mtn biking. This one really helps