How to Mountain Bike Better - 5 Backyard Drills for Awesome MTB Skills

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  • Опубліковано 5 лют 2025

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  • @AndreaCrumpLoveCoach
    @AndreaCrumpLoveCoach 3 роки тому

    This is definitely one of the BEST MTB videos I've seen. You offer something different than most.
    Such a shame that you don't seem to post anymore and your website no longer exists.

  • @HappySlave1
    @HappySlave1 11 років тому +1

    Thanks once again Chris, brilliant helpful tips.

  • @YoungunProductions
    @YoungunProductions 11 років тому +1

    really good video and training tips!
    Great job chris

  • @PersonalVideos2008
    @PersonalVideos2008 11 років тому +8

    I've seen a lot of your videos (they're great!). This one is THE BEST! I'd love to see more Backyard Drills. Those are useful for me and for my kids (12,12,11)

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      Thanks, Clay. Saw your message 6 months ago but just seeing it again now. Yep, another backyard drills vid sounds good. One for all the family. Added to the list! Thanks for the inspiration. Cheers.
      ~ Chris

  • @cransky666
    @cransky666 11 років тому +1

    Thank you for the videos, these tips have really helped build my confidence after a couple of pretty major stacks!

  • @Repentagram22
    @Repentagram22 11 років тому

    Great video. These drills help a lot for me since I am unable to get out on the trails more than once a week.
    For more of a challenge try combining some of the drills. I put the vertical broom sticks in the center of the figure eight, then add rocks, sticks, etc. around the top and bottom of the figure eight. Simulates the trail a bit better.

  • @paulmullins4676
    @paulmullins4676 6 років тому +3

    Chris,
    Keep the videos coming! You are so helpful. My problem is I am 67 and need skills but not so stupid as to try crazy things a teenager would do with a sense of immorality😜

  • @givreycham
    @givreycham 5 років тому

    Only just seen this Chris....(I'm an older rider and only had the MTB bike a week.) Great tips...now I need some practice !

  • @DonTestosterone
    @DonTestosterone 11 років тому

    happy birthday.
    I've been watching your videos since august, where I got my mtb.
    Your doing a great job.

  • @raynees4872
    @raynees4872 8 років тому

    Having taught MTB 101's quite a bit, I was looking for something even more basic to help my grandkids- this was perfect! Nice video!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  8 років тому

      Cool. Glad to help, Ray.
      ~ Chris

  • @barracuda253
    @barracuda253 11 років тому +1

    You the man Chris! :-)

  • @da12641
    @da12641 11 років тому

    Chris..you're a natural commentator/instructor..but yeah wifey gets upset when I'm out on the trail sometime. So yes I pump track in the back yard.

  • @stephanopapadimitriou5189
    @stephanopapadimitriou5189 10 років тому

    I am a beginner mountain biker and this video has boosted my confidence thanks Chris

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      My pleasure, Stephano. Enjoy!~ Chris

  • @joshhunter9299
    @joshhunter9299 11 років тому

    Excellent video and recommendations, Chris! Glad I happened upon this video. As Fall is here in Utah and we're now off Daylight Savings, these backyard drills are just the ticket to keep the cobwebs from settling in and my skills sharp.

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  11 років тому

      Excellent. Good to hear, Josh. That's what it's all about!
      ~ Chris

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    I have two bikes at the moment - a 2012 Trek Fuel Ex 9.9 and a 2013 Trek Superfly Pro SL. The third bike is a mate's Niner Jet 9 Carbon. Cheers ~ Chris

  • @TheRealBegion
    @TheRealBegion 11 років тому

    Woohoo ! i'll make many holes in the grass of the closest field !
    Very nice tip !

  • @canadianyogi
    @canadianyogi 10 років тому

    Just got into mountain biking. Thanks for a very helpful video!!

  • @emjay0507
    @emjay0507 11 років тому

    Nice drills Chris.
    Would love a vid on how to take tight switchbacks going up step inclines.

  • @METALMIKE772003
    @METALMIKE772003 10 років тому

    im a beginning mountain biker and this video was extremely helpful will definitely put these to practice especially the rock garden one

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      Good to hear, Groover. Enjoy!~ Chris

  • @gcoutdoors904
    @gcoutdoors904 11 років тому +1

    These techniques helped so much my balance is way better at slow speeds

  • @bradbelec2647
    @bradbelec2647 6 років тому

    This is gonna be awesome to help my gf and I get batyer at mtb!! Will be adding this to the yard today!

  • @AncoraImparoPiper
    @AncoraImparoPiper 9 років тому

    These are brilliant. Beginners like me always wonder how do I build up skills safely to become a confident MTB rider. This video is my answer. Straight and flat roads for me until I can handle these exercises.

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  9 років тому

      +AncoraImparoPiper Good stuff, dude!
      ~Chris

  • @JuanPaoloBernardo
    @JuanPaoloBernardo 10 років тому

    fantastic tips. been in a trail biking rut for a while now. been lagging behind during trail rides with my buddies coz I'm too scared to take on some obstacles along the trail without getting off my bike.

  • @kingdc72
    @kingdc72 9 років тому +1

    This guys is the best on youtube for mtb tips.

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  9 років тому

      +kingdc72 Thanks, Groover.
      ~ Chris

  • @tylerbromley4164
    @tylerbromley4164 10 років тому

    Love your vids cris, I always try to recall them when out in the forest on my bike. Thx -tyler

  • @leokard12
    @leokard12 11 років тому

    Happy birthday Chris!!! Thank you for the great tips!

  • @Dalehiggins21
    @Dalehiggins21 11 років тому

    Always learning great stuff from your videos! Give a shout if you come to New England

  • @TheJofrica
    @TheJofrica 4 роки тому

    Nice! Kind of like a Rocky training montage but for MTB. Good stuff

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    For sure. Nice work. Make it as crazy as you want to keep progressing your skills. Cheers. ~ Chris

  • @zanoobstudio
    @zanoobstudio 11 років тому

    Yeah! It really helps. I did a similar thing but with a gate and I now don't come off as much due to balance.

  • @aleados
    @aleados 11 років тому

    hey amigo.. feliz cumpleaños de Ensenada mexico... good video ...gracias

  • @GeneralLack
    @GeneralLack 11 років тому

    Happy Birthday... Awesome tips Cris, really helping me a lot at my first rides on a mountain bike. Always have fun :)

  • @glensmall9194
    @glensmall9194 6 років тому +1

    Brilliant. Thank you

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  6 років тому

      My pleasure, Glen.

  • @Fukigaeshi
    @Fukigaeshi 11 років тому

    exact!!, adding small stones/lumber can "create" different turns and with little practice you can roll closed cornering too fast, it really works!

  • @samsdrumcave
    @samsdrumcave 9 років тому +6

    That last set of obstacles is hilarious. I'm not making fun, it's awesome.

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  9 років тому

      +Samuel Triplett Thanks, Groover. It was a ton of fun riding them, too.
      ~ Chris

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    My pleasure, Omar. Thanks. ~ Chris

  • @enricolionello9044
    @enricolionello9044 8 років тому

    This is the video I've been looking for years

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  8 років тому

      Glad you found it, Enrico! Enjoy.
      ~ Chris

  • @hensam12
    @hensam12 10 років тому

    Hi chris , I'm new to MTB biking , thanks alot for yours video , it's really helps me so much that i can't stop riding a MTB from Two weekend ago , do bring us more of your video , It's working for me , and it will also works for others like me , thanks again please keep up the good job I'll be watching your video from time to time , Cheers ,

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      dvdhen Awesome. Great to hear, Groover. I'm glad the videos are helping.~ Chris

  • @doublen675
    @doublen675 11 років тому

    Excellent ideas! Thank you!

  • @edwardluca8836
    @edwardluca8836 10 років тому

    Great Video! Im off to do those drills right now! Thanks!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      Awesome.. have fun with them, Edward!~ Chris

  • @JasonNguyenimproved
    @JasonNguyenimproved 11 років тому

    Love the trampoline!

  • @paolorod
    @paolorod 9 років тому +1

    +MTBtips the best of the best awesome tips there's no way to thank you enough!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  9 років тому

      +Paolo Rodríguez Thanks, Paolo! ~ Chris

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    The tramp certainly adds another element! It's bounce can be a bit tricky. Cheers ~ Chris

  • @kevinjanssen8238
    @kevinjanssen8238 10 років тому

    Wow your awesome, i always use your tips videos and i tell my friends. So we can both mountainbike better.

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      Good stuff, Kevin. That's what it's all about: helping others MTB better! Cheers.~ Chris

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Thanks, mate. Thanks everybody. ~ Chris

  • @imraw719
    @imraw719 11 років тому

    Happy Birthday bro! Great tips and videos!

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Cool. Good to hear. Here's to keeping right side up. ~ Chris

  • @leokard12
    @leokard12 11 років тому

    Hello chris! What´s the frame size of your full suspension bike? Thanks a lot again for your tips!!

  • @vofu5665
    @vofu5665 7 років тому +1

    Very supportive and creative, thanks a lot...

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  7 років тому

      My pleasure, Groover. ~ Chris

  • @m1croninja
    @m1croninja 11 років тому

    Can you comment on the 26 vs the 29? I've been considering getting a 29er, if I don't I'd just upgrade the suspension on my 26.
    Thanks, love the vids!

  • @explodinglamas
    @explodinglamas 11 років тому

    great videos, shame my backyard isn't spaced out enough for riding. How many bikes do you have? i noticed at least 3 different bikes in this video.

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Thanks, mate. Glad you appreciate it. ~ Chris

  • @MrTomkid123
    @MrTomkid123 10 років тому

    Let the learning curve commence!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      That's the spirit!~ Chris

  • @PaulCajigal
    @PaulCajigal 11 років тому

    happybirthday groover! dont stop making great vids :D

  • @the_cafe_racer_project
    @the_cafe_racer_project 9 років тому

    brilliant ideas.

  • @stymebone6603
    @stymebone6603 8 років тому

    I'm just starting out, thank you! Awesome! Subbed

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  8 років тому

      +Styme Bone Great to hear, Groover! Enjoy the trails.
      ~ Chris

  • @michaelryan5115
    @michaelryan5115 11 років тому

    Awesome training tips!!!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  11 років тому

      Thanks, Michael. Glad you like them. Spread the word!~ Chris

  • @natskis
    @natskis 11 років тому

    0:26 that look!!!!
    HAHAH!
    Great video Chris.
    Lliving in inner city Sydney, there's not much I can do after work, so will see if I can get 2 ropes and try some of this at the park on the way home!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  11 років тому

      Good stuff, mate. A good way to finish off the working day.
      ~ Chris

  • @sinazeraati554
    @sinazeraati554 10 років тому

    what a great video. Thanks man.

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      Glad you like it and glad to help.
      ~ Chris

  • @AW794
    @AW794 11 років тому

    Great video, thanks!

  • @budbodean6998
    @budbodean6998 8 років тому

    great for practicing for motocross balance too, since its hard riding a big 2 stroke in the yard

  • @tlkshowhst
    @tlkshowhst 9 років тому

    Awesome. Thanks for this!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  9 років тому

      +tlkshowhst My pleasure, Groover! Don't forget them.
      ~ Chris

  • @arlingtonguy54
    @arlingtonguy54 7 років тому +1

    That’s awesome. Get all the junk out of the garage and ride over it. I am building a backyard skills course today.

  • @danielrawlinson1517
    @danielrawlinson1517 11 років тому

    this is a great video especially as im only 11 years old and trying to bump up my skills what a great video this is

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  11 років тому

      Thanks, Daniel. Have fun with it, Groover!~ Chris

  • @Krigloch
    @Krigloch 10 років тому +2

    Very cool. Your vids kickass!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      ***** Thanks, Groover. Enjoy.~ Chris

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Thanks, Mr P. ~ Chris

  • @Rhynri
    @Rhynri 11 років тому

    Awesome tips!

  • @vegardbruvollantonsen7511
    @vegardbruvollantonsen7511 10 років тому

    This have helped me a lot! :)

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      Glad to hear it!
      ~ Chris

  • @jakubwojcik628
    @jakubwojcik628 11 років тому

    Hi Chris what bikes do u think are better on trails full sus or hardtail.

  • @kevinkuka6026
    @kevinkuka6026 11 років тому

    Great video

  • @kenhobson88
    @kenhobson88 10 років тому

    Hi Chris I am having trouble going over logs and need to know if you have a video that teach me that bye

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Thanks, Dude. ~ Chris

  • @PaulCajigal
    @PaulCajigal 11 років тому

    hey groover i really love your gloves hahaha how does that cost?

  • @mikeklett3270
    @mikeklett3270 11 років тому

    excellent video!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  11 років тому

      Thanks, Mike.~ Chris

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Thanks a damn good idea. Cheers. ~ Chris

  • @lukerules330
    @lukerules330 11 років тому

    do a how to bunny hop video!! i really need to know how to do one! but do one without clipless shoes, that would be awesome

  • @ethankavanagh2950
    @ethankavanagh2950 10 років тому

    How many bikes do you have and what are they, and thanks for the video really helped my skills ;)

  • @georgeredbranch1186
    @georgeredbranch1186 7 років тому

    great tips

  • @jaysonpagara9190
    @jaysonpagara9190 11 років тому

    Thanks MTB Tips.

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  11 років тому

      My pleasure, Jayson. ~ Chris

  • @TheDomodel
    @TheDomodel 11 років тому

    great vid thank you..

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    2013 trek Superfly Pro SL. Cheers ~ Chris

  • @blimpweb
    @blimpweb 11 років тому

    +1 for all the stuff you managed to find to put down on the last obstacle course, lol

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Is there a park nearby? ~ Chris

  • @spyderrtd
    @spyderrtd 11 років тому

    thanks again!

  • @tobytrimble5243
    @tobytrimble5243 9 років тому +1

    Excellent video

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  9 років тому

      +Toby Trimble Thanks, Toby. Glad to help. ~ Chris

  • @5theAJ
    @5theAJ 11 років тому

    You could lay a ladder down flat on the ground and ride over it, helping with balance, especially when you go slow.

  • @shafnoobpower
    @shafnoobpower 11 років тому

    hi chris, i live in singapore that means i dont have a backyard so what should i do?

  • @louistull01
    @louistull01 11 років тому

    What bike would you recommend for me? I'm 14 and 5"1

  • @Vini15
    @Vini15 8 років тому

    mountain bike linda de viver slc piaa 😍😱👍

  • @GremlinsVBC
    @GremlinsVBC 10 років тому

    Nice!

    • @mtbtips
      @mtbtips  10 років тому

      Joshua Anderson Glad you like it, Joshua. Have fun with it, Groover!~ Chris

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    There's your answer! ~ Chris

  • @flot3871
    @flot3871 10 років тому

    May I repost this video with german subscriptions?

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Thanks for all the comments and likes, Groovers. I'm glad you like the vid.
    It's my BIRTHDAY today so why not share this video with a friend for me? Cheers!
    ~ Chris

  • @lazywarrenlewis
    @lazywarrenlewis 11 років тому

    it's beautiful ;)

  • @zanoobstudio
    @zanoobstudio 11 років тому

    What bike was at the end?

  • @mtbtips
    @mtbtips  11 років тому

    Niner Jet 9 RDO Carbon. ~ Chris

  • @lazywarrenlewis
    @lazywarrenlewis 11 років тому

    what bike is the hardtail?

  • @louistull01
    @louistull01 11 років тому

    What bike have you tote

  • @FrencheeGaming
    @FrencheeGaming 11 років тому

    what is a good beginner mountain bike for around $400-$500

  • @MrPerrinaybara
    @MrPerrinaybara 11 років тому

    happy birthing day groover ;)