I think GCN and Lasty are very classy in treating this man with great respect, and for honouring the fact that he is doing this entire video in a second language. Possibly even a third. Big ups!
For me, this video really confirmed Tom Last as GCNs resident authority on cyclocross content. Definitely he needs Matt's old red chair for retro tech in the old GCN show red couch days!
Interesting to see what an ex-pro's choice in equipment is now without sponsor obligations. Manufacturers have been pushing for disc brakes in all areas of cycling & to see Sven choose cantis over disc is interesting.
Look at the difference between Sven and Lasty through the barriers at the end of this video. Note how Sven picks up his bike and the saddle is to the outside of his shoulder where Lasty picks it up and the saddle goes into his arm pit. This is an important difference especially for smaller riders. Your bike will not clear the barrier if the gap between your saddle and your armpit is less than the height of the barrier. Always pick your bike up like Sven with the saddle outside your shoulder.
brace your hip against the saddle as you move your hand from the hoods to the top tube. It's not mentioned, but you can see Sven do this. Otherwise, it's very hard to balance without both hands on the bars. Was having a hard time learning last night before i realized this.
4:14 When he remount, he use his inner thigh first and slide an inch or two to the right position. The process is so smooth that even himself didn't notice it.
The skill not covered here is make sure you can pick your feet up far enough over the hurdles after almost an hour at threshold - I discovered how hard this can be a few weeks ago and nearly sent myself cartwheeling! :)
I like how he says "Click In" your pedals. It's got a nice ring to it. And I also thought he was going to Bunny Hop in the video but that didn't happen. :( Great video though.
The problem with cross bikes such as Cannondale CaadX is that the top tube (standover height) is so high. So it only makes sense to mount it using too much acrobatics, like in the move Sven jumping over the saddle. I actually had to go a size down in CaadX size in order to have a standover height useable for both road and off road.
Having started cyclocross this season this is helpful but carrying a bike on your shoulder when its as light as his is no problem but when its a heavier bike like mine its a bit different!
I love the way they mount the barrier completely in step, on the same foot. Was that an accident or did you do several runs at it until you achieved the choreographed look?!
I'm just wandering that due to the terrain of the course you guys may need to get off & on at the right side of your bike. Do you do take this practice yourself or not? Thanks.
ChristianXRdz2 channel they have. From two CX seasons ago if I'm not mistaken. But this time it is with Sven Nys! And also I am guessing that it is good for newer viewers who have not seen the previous videos....
Stéphane Jefe Müller you clearly have never cyclocrossed so please there's no point in the negativity. For some of us this was really helpful and coming from a legend in the sport just makes it more interesting.
narutoqweavatar yes! We use good MTB shoes and cleats! They have great soles for short runs and lugs for good grip! I'm actually fond of Shimano SPD and believe me, I've tried them all.... enjoy!
I think GCN and Lasty are very classy in treating this man with great respect, and for honouring the fact that he is doing this entire video in a second language. Possibly even a third. Big ups!
Sven is great at this. he is articulate and explains in depth . good video
Xenophon54543 he hosts really good clinics as well if your around any major city before the season starts
I hope he becomes a regular
The skill by Sven is just poetry in motion to watch, a true and total campione 🙏 - this GCN is a classic ! 😘
"I'm not going to tell what your going to feel"; that about sums it up.
Russell Bainbridge LMAO! 👍
So true!
Sven's explanation: Fairly understandable to good.
Sven's execution: Master class.
Time to toast some "mineral waters."
For me, this video really confirmed Tom Last as GCNs resident authority on cyclocross content. Definitely he needs Matt's old red chair for retro tech in the old GCN show red couch days!
Fantastic. Award Sven a Get-Off-And-On Bazooka. Matt could learn a lot from this, especially his remounting technique.
Interesting to see what an ex-pro's choice in equipment is now without sponsor obligations. Manufacturers have been pushing for disc brakes in all areas of cycling & to see Sven choose cantis over disc is interesting.
cool dat sven nys wereldwijd gaat! echt vet om hem hier te zien
Look at the difference between Sven and Lasty through the barriers at the end of this video. Note how Sven picks up his bike and the saddle is to the outside of his shoulder where Lasty picks it up and the saddle goes into his arm pit. This is an important difference especially for smaller riders. Your bike will not clear the barrier if the gap between your saddle and your armpit is less than the height of the barrier. Always pick your bike up like Sven with the saddle outside your shoulder.
Never thought I would be so mesmerised by slow motion footage of a man jumping on a bike saddle.............
4:36 LOL! :) Put a smile on my face, great video Sven!
Sven is my hero💜 i am happy that i discovered this vid
best "how to" by far! Sven nys legend!!
He teaches and cheers his son on. What better teacher to have than, Sven. Thanks for getting him on!
Rather a long time since an interesting video was uploaded. Thx guys.
Sven is a good teacher
Yes!!! I'be been waiting for a video like this!
this is really cool, made me want to try cyclocross, thanks !
Trek specter jersey is awesome! I now feel like Sven.
wow he's not only good at cyclocross, he's also a great teacher! very cool!
The King of Cross speaks :-) thx@GCN for getting Sven onboard !!
Sorry, guys, but the way Sven teaches is absolutely flawless. You actually feel glad after watching this. Sorry again, and thank you, guys.
brace your hip against the saddle as you move your hand from the hoods to the top tube. It's not mentioned, but you can see Sven do this. Otherwise, it's very hard to balance without both hands on the bars. Was having a hard time learning last night before i realized this.
4:14 When he remount, he use his inner thigh first and slide an inch or two to the right position. The process is so smooth that even himself didn't notice it.
The clipping in section was obviously included for Matts benefit.......the same can be said for the dismount of an obstacle! a log perhaps!
The skill not covered here is make sure you can pick your feet up far enough over the hurdles after almost an hour at threshold - I discovered how hard this can be a few weeks ago and nearly sent myself cartwheeling! :)
3:20
6:50
Great video Tom. Excellent job.
Brilliant video! Makes me want to cyclocross!
Great video. Thanks fellas.
Fantastic vid. Thanks!
6:53 new Olympic sport: Synchronised Cyclocross
Love it! More Sven! :) Thanks for the great video!
Very good explained !
one of your best video, super interesting
GCN video of the year - How To Get Off And On Your Cyclocross Bike | CX Skills With Sven Nys
Video of the year
Total masterclass
Sven Teaches how to train for balls of steel
I just started racing CX and this is damn hard at anything but toddler-walking pace.
Great video.
sven is great now i know how to do I'm going to try
Sven........Excellent job
amazing. so great that you got him guys. Lasty, what do you mean 'one' of the best cx'rs of all time??!!
More Sven please
Simple individual manoeuvres but, added-up together, could save you minutes in competition
Matt! At 4.04, for stability, hold the top of the top of the bar first ...
all of these are one of the most important parts apparently
Lasty looks delighted to be with a legend of 'cross. #restingbrickface
That's what I worried about 4:30 technique, yeah my balls.
Lasty was literally speechless 😂
All i could think was about landing on my nuts but then he said it. xD
I like how he says "Click In" your pedals. It's got a nice ring to it.
And I also thought he was going to Bunny Hop in the video but that didn't happen. :(
Great video though.
hihi 'to see a video of CCN' 😃
im worried if matt tried these stunts
YEAH, that's a cool video!!
Pretty useful for triathletes as well
The problem with cross bikes such as Cannondale CaadX is that the top tube (standover height) is so high. So it only makes sense to mount it using too much acrobatics, like in the move Sven jumping over the saddle. I actually had to go a size down in CaadX size in order to have a standover height useable for both road and off road.
Having started cyclocross this season this is helpful but carrying a bike on your shoulder when its as light as his is no problem but when its a heavier bike like mine its a bit different!
I'm as slow as a turtle with my 20kg bike on my shoulder :D
Legend oh my god.
sweet 1X11 setup
gold. thanks
Legend
Can Matt clip in after getting off tho'
Just compare colour of Lasty's and Sven's skin... Just like Geoffrey Soupe's Orbea Orca paint job!
master class
@Matt Stephens - skip straight to 5:00 minutes.
thats great and all but can we talk about the two absolute champs at 6:39 who jumped the obstacles without even dismounting?
Currently cyclists are learning the bunny hop!
I love the way they mount the barrier completely in step, on the same foot. Was that an accident or did you do several runs at it until you achieved the choreographed look?!
stustjohn it's Sven Nys. He can do that blindfolded.
Looks like Sven and Lasty were working on synchro-cross when going over those barriers together.
I'm just wandering that due to the terrain of the course you guys may need to get off & on at the right side of your bike. Do you do take this practice yourself or not? Thanks.
who's the GCN rider in the background at 6:17 ?
Did he say CCN? Cyclo Cross Network?? Count me in!
So is being cross chained better for acceleration if the course demands it?
hi gcn, is it worth it to upgrade a low end front brake caliper to an ultegra?
ik ben van belgium
Hi, is there a trick not to get stuck with my right leg when I get off my cyclocross bike? Do you think, that the saddle is too high?
Look where your pedals are positioned before hopping on so you can clip in quickly
i thought they already made a video like this
ChristianXRdz2 channel they have. From two CX seasons ago if I'm not mistaken. But this time it is with Sven Nys! And also I am guessing that it is good for newer viewers who have not seen the previous videos....
Well that's all well and good. And I'm sure it's quite useful in cyclocross. But it's no reverse pivot thingamajig that Matt showed us last week.
I have a heavy bike with external routing under the top tube. Any ideas of how I could shoulder with out chopping up my shoulder/neck?
Wrap some hard foam around it loosely maybe. Like a piece of a yoga mat or something.
...the bike.. not your neck :D
thank god for the last reply totally saved me. :D
you could consider a shoulder support to, that goes down one arm and fastens across chest under other arm.
Is cross chaining a CX skill? A 'no-no' on the road but ok in the mud? :)
Sven should should join the GCN presenters team
This is what we call "Breaking it down Barney style."
Looking at his body fat percentage, I'm wondering: is Sven actually aware he's not a pro anymore? Mad respect!
CCN = Cyclocross Cycling Network
Guys, are you planning a new channel?
Ahhh cool like he can jump on the bike... Thumb up! Great!! I try it next weekend... urgh...
Stéphane Jefe Müller you clearly have never cyclocrossed so please there's no point in the negativity. For some of us this was really helpful and coming from a legend in the sport just makes it more interesting.
RC 1986: 2x wrong. 1. I use my Crossbike often. 2. My coment was not negativ! I find, that Sven do it perfect. But english isn't my first language...
OMG! Why does Lasty look so miserable?! He's standing next to Sven Nys! How can he not be more excited?
This looks like Wisconsin. Is this in Wisconsin?
Really good, nice to have a bike a light weight. What about having heavy bike like mine almost 16kg. I'm just a poor guy can't afford much.
Do you even lift, bro ?
Yes bro, after I lifted I can feel the pain in my muscle. Heavy bike really not cool, so I'm trying my best to make it lighter. How about you?
He runs way better than Chris Froome.
did he say at the end see a movie click CCN?
I still cannot understand how road handlebars can better than flats for this kind of riding
which gcn rider is that in the back???
Cyclocross riders run a lot, are they wearing different shoes from regular road riders? I can't image running in my shoes.
narutoqweavatar they're like MTB shoes with SPDs on so much easier to run in
narutoqweavatar yes! We use good MTB shoes and cleats! They have great soles for short runs and lugs for good grip! I'm actually fond of Shimano SPD and believe me, I've tried them all.... enjoy!
black and fluorescent yellow, black and fluorescent yellow
So which GCN presenter will get the sack to make room for Sven on the team?
Cyclocross How To by Karl Pilkington
Crossed chains?