OVERCOME FEAR ON YOUR MTB!

Learn how to overcome fear and hit those massive jumps or send those big tricks in the tutorial. I am frequently asked this question so i decided it was about time to make the video! If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to ask. Enjoy! :)

[@thomask7441]

Overcoming fear truly is one of the greatest things about mountain biking. That intense feeling of accomplishment after you finally nailed that scary descent, jump, ridge, trail or whatever is one of the most satisfying feelings in the world. You can see your progression grow and know that (in most cases) it was the fear that held you back, not your what you tought lack of skills. Off course it's all easier said than done, but having mates that are a few leagues ahead of you REALLY helps a lot. In these last few weeks I've done some amazing downhill stuff that I always wanted to do but never had the guts for, but thanks to great help and confidence from friends and a great mindset I enjoy mountain biking now more than ever.
And yes off course there's always a chance of failing or crashing and hurting yourself, but that's also part of the progress. Just wear lots of protection and keep calm yet focused. Push your limits and have more fun than ever before. Peace.

[@oppa1x]

Thomas K hell yeah

[@lukazivkovic4242]

This video reminded me on my biggest crash this summer on a 40ft jump...Almost broke my neck and since then I just don't feel it anymore, no confidence... Thanks for the tips dude will try to apply them, cheers!

[@TomCardy]

That sounds so painful! Keep at it mate and start with the basics again, get that bug back to shred then you will be doing huge jumps again! 🤙🤙

[@deenster]

Nice and gl dude :D

[@ericm8811]

Hey Tom Cardy! Interesting and inspiring vid! Hearing you speak of your crash history makes me respect you even more! Most folks will never try anything even close to the jumps you do and you've found the courage to jump again after serious injury! Stay safe and hydrated! Ride ride ride!

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude keep shredding! 🤙

[@sickcunt9386]

Thanks Tom really appreciate the way you treat your audience keep it up!! 🔥🔥👊

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude keep shredding 🤙🤙

[@lemondo8878]

This is the most analytic and systematic mtb video yet

[@TomCardy]

Thanks man

[@lucasmin3757]

You suggested like a professional psychiatrist!!! All we need is a good mindset and you explained it really well!!! You are a good medicine for me to overcome and build confidence... thanks bro!!!

[@Aljonone1]

Hey best way to overcome fear is too get comfortable on small stuff, the more comfortable you get easyer it is too proress

[@TomCardy]

I agree dude!

[@AshfordMTB]

I crashed hard on shale at Betteshanger, whacked my shoulder on a rock and travelled a long way without my bike. I got straight back up to do it again although I did it much slower than I wanted to as there was some fear of course, but next time I go I don't think I will be as scared as if I had just walked away.
Nice video!

[@TomCardy]

Great to hear man! Keep at it then soon it won’t be a issue 🤙

[@MB-dz5hx]

Thanks Tom to shed some light into the thinking about taking risks of a MTB Pro ! Very good explanation that everyone should take a look at....

[@TomCardy]

Thanks very much dude I hope you found it helpful 🤙

[@kiaorakid7545]

your so humble but talented at the same time :)

[@OldManFatBike]

Great information Tom! I actually watched the entire video!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experiences, who said you can't teach an Old dog New tricks?? Keep on keeping on!!

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude! Glad you enjoyed it! Keep shredding man! 🤙

[@ollie4462]

Thank you Tom !! 2 years ago I broke my back in three place and I'm really struggling to jump again and Im just having a mental block in my head when see jumps but after watching this it help me to start small again and now I'm back jumping thank you !!!!!!!!

[@florihupf]

Hi Tom. Super appreciate this video. Well done and very informative. I crashed couple month ago and I have no recollection how and what happened. So I was dealing with this for a while. I think these tips might help! Thanks mate! :)

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude glad you enjoyed it, I hope you find it helpful 🤙

[@danytheunicorn95]

Great video!, from a psychology/Physiology point of view, you can also mention that fear triggers the production of a neurotransmitter called "cortisol" and "epinephrine(adrenaline), the positive side of this is that you get an accelerated heart rate, therefore, more blood and oxygen to your muscles, but the downside is that cortisol stiffens you up, and being stiff is not good for almost any sport. Basically, if you are stiff, you are more likely to both fail the technique for a jump/drop etc... and also getting injured. So being in the right mindset or as you said, being aware and taking advantage of this is key if you want to avoid crashes and injuries. thanks Tom:)

[@robamick126]

Superb vid mate, as a noob I found this really helpful, would love to see more like this maybe how you approach different features & stuff.

[@TomCardy]

Great to hear, hopefully the video helps you with progression! I will make more videos similar for sure

[@Daniel-ww8yp]

21 seconds after upload cant get much earlier hahaha love the vids cards👌

[@TomCardy]

Yeooo! Thanks dudeeeeee! 🤙

[@Daniel-ww8yp]

Tom Cardy no worries man keep pumping that content out 👌

[@BikingVikingMTB]

Hey man This is the vid Ive been looking for for ages! Thanks great tips will be watching this over n over again! I broke a collar bone pissin about of a jump first time so sent my confidence up my arse lol but now two years later im ready to get stoked n start from the beginning n learning thnx man 👍😎✌️😎✌️

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude I hope that you found it helpful! Get shredding bro! 🤙

[@matonmobile5298]

A tip:
If you’re building jumps or learning a double or something just do it small or without the double. then make it bigger, and gradually keep doing that until you think of the first ever small evolution of that jump.
Then you will think that that evolution of that jump is tiny.

[@idhoppers]

Thanks for the video, Tom! Extra body protection also gives more confidence for sure!

[@TomCardy]

I agree man!

[@gr637]

Excellent and original video, looking at mountain biking from a different angle. Very helpful, thank you.

[@tomktl879]

And that's your best video so far.

[@TomCardy]

Thanks very much dude

[@jxlif36]

I just have to crash and see that this doesn't hurt so much XD

[@DM-bw3rd]

Very helpful video for a person like me who is a beginner. Nicely explained thanks Tom now I’ll have more confidence 👍

[@TomCardy]

Great to hear, hopefully this video will help you to progress

[@eliasberthold4164]

Love your bikes🤘🤘

[@TomCardy]

Thank you bro! 🤙

[@stuarthawkinsspecs]

Awesome and inspiring . Great to see a big influencer sharing vulnerability . Helps us realise we are where they once were . Gunna keep on top of the practice !

[@Tu11iy]

This is easily better than all those so-called motivational vids. Definitely getting payback on the jump I crashed real hard this season in the next one.
(was nothing too bad, really, but I got my chest smashed into the ground and couldn't breathe properly for like an hour, sucked a lot)

[@TomCardy]

Sounds painful, go smash it next year dude!

[@xXmizzkizXx]

Gonna try and take this advice and hope it helps me, I’m having a mental block with a steep sharp left turn at local downhill track at the moment I just can’t ride it and it’s really frustrating, I think half of the reason is because I can’t see properly in my left eye so when I get to the corner I have to turn my head too much to the left to see where I’m heading but it’s driving me nuts because I’ve ridden way harder stuff. So frustrating! I’ve always had poor, blurred vision in my left eye but never got in the way of my life and hobbies before I started mountain biking, I notice it alot more now!

[@erikbeckmann4741]

Very helpful video Tom! I broke my collarbone im may trying to hit a new double for the first time. I will keep your tips in my mind, thank you very much! Long time fan of yours, you're a very inspiring rider. Keep up the good work :)

[@LM25-LucaMirra]

I really liked this video, it's all true,
Can you do another video where you explain your story, what age did you start riding, how much time do you ride a day, what age did you start races and contests.
Thanks man for your videos💪🙂

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude! That is a great idea for a video, i will make something like that for sure!

[@TimFromWales]

Perfect timing Cards! Went to Windhill Bike Park today for the first time in absolutely ages. Pushed myself a little further today !

[@TomCardy]

Awesome glad to hear dude! Keep shredding bro! 🤙

[@TimFromWales]

SCrewed up my GoPro angles but I think I saved it - ua-cam.com/video/a44Qsxvcskk/v-deo.html

[@grimreaper4033]

Really great and motivating video

[@ichisakari966]

real fine job mate, thorough review well presented, these tips work not just for riding but for living

[@seanjones9538]

Wise words mate! Nice one. Doubles are my nemesis 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@TomCardy]

Keep shredding dude!

[@TheImprobableIronman]

A great video. Really enjoying your content - pragmatic advice (from someone who actually knows what they are talking about) and really well delivered.

[@richpearson753]

Great advice mate, superb idea for a video 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@TomCardy]

Thanks bro!

[@jagerbombed2725]

You and Sam are my favorite pro's! You both are very down to earth :) Keep up the great content.

[@Arrmawicked]

Fantastic video, very helpful. Thanks Tom.

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude! 🤙

[@Wuppetz]

Really good information 💪but my Personal pushin trick is learning without friends because then there is no one around me that can make me nervous with watching me 😂👍

[@TomCardy]

Awesome! Do whatever works for you and keep shredding bro! 🤙

[@AitchT.]

I’ve snapped my acl in both my knees now, and really finding it hard to go full send again

[@louisabbey2370]

Super sick vid Tom, very helpful!! Cheers mate

[@TomCardy]

Thanks very much! Keep shredding!

[@vrooom666]

Wolw, thanks for tips. it helped me!! like you i dont enjoy crashing and getting injuries

[@TomCardy]

Great to hear! Keep shredding mate 🤙

[@TradersCoach]

Amazing! Great advice and upmost respect for your craft and determination!

[@louismtb1240]

Thanks man this really helps! im going to send a 15ft double and I'm now stoked to do it

[@englishsupaman9459]

Don’t have any friends to ride with😥

[@TomCardy]

That sucks man!

[@rorymasson5996]

Same 😢

[@Mrtom40]

SAME

[@englishsupaman9459]

Tom Cardy it really does

[@cdabcdefg12345]

Same

[@jankarlsalazar1589]

Great video 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️

[@jaynaforsgren4755]

Great video 😀👍

[@chadsnow1884]

Whenever someone else sends something, it gives me confidence to do it and when I do I come out fine 🙃

[@josiahkaczmarek3409]

Dang yeah your falls scared me 😂

[@TomCardy]

Haha 🤙

[@LUXBIKETV]

Really cool video. I like it

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dudeeee!

[@lukyvivisi3350]

Yooooooooo broooooooooo
Good dude!!!!!!!!

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude I’m glad you enjoyed it 🤙

[@NasosM]

youre just a legend bro thanks

[@welshvalleyreptiles896]

Great vid as always bud :)

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dudeeee

[@JoelTGM]

very well made video. youre a smart guy, thanks for sharing.

[@vayocrack8271]

I just try my best and I always succeed the key is to trust yourself

[@pags1981]

Good advice, same applies to motocross and superbikes

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude! Yea I guess it does :)

[@harrywest7050]

Sick video tom I wonder if you could do a video or share some of you thorts on the different versions of barspins and what you can do with catching your hand on the brake as you land?

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude, sure I will make something to help soon 🤙

[@jasonw7053]

Great vid very helpful! 👍

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude! 🤙

[@Shralps]

Cool vid Cards. Not seen anything like this before.

[@TomCardy]

Thanks man! 🤙

[@nread1135]

Just subscribed after catching you guesting in on Sp’s how to jump down at Danbury. A lot of common sense there. Any guidance on how to get used to the speed you need to come in to the kickier launches for an average rider, the sort which are 35-45 degree take offs but perhaps only 2-3 foot high? The landings often a couple of bike lengths away or a little road gap kind of thing.

[@yogiontour]

Really like your channel bud!

[@mattgraves3709]

Excellent 👌👍👍👍.
Fear is healthy but in my case a little over dramatic. I hate crashing big and breaking things, keeping me from getting back on the horse?

[@zakaaron3021]

Great vid dude 🤘

[@TomCardy]

Thank you bro! 🤙

[@carlatapia]

Thank you. Really inspiring, constructive, nice! It helped a lot...

[@bullseye0112]

Excellent video Tom

[@TomCardy]

Thanks you very much dude

[@kellykingi5546]

Sound advice Tom!

[@BogotaBolo]

Of course i would practise jumps on little ones first, but there arent some in my town ahah

[@JFRides]

Sweet vid man 👍🤘

[@TomCardy]

Thanks very much dude 🤙

[@srartaertert]

Realy good topic

[@AntiMatrix7]

This video motivate me to jump.and than I made it, thank you

[@jamiecoupland7063]

Im hitting 50 01 in Sunday so this is so useful

[@TomCardy]

Send it man! 🤙

[@thomaswalton2295]

Ok so I was right about getting familiar with the the type of jump since I’m bad with steep jumps. Thanks

[@Cybervogi]

Very good video! Helped me a lot.

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude I’m glad to hear!

[@egechicken9218]

thanks man........ ill try my 1st propper stepup....

[@johnmahoney9048]

Fear is the mind killer. Fear is the little death that brings total obliteration...

[@crackers7276]

I want to try tricks like no footers but I'm scared im going to shin myself any tips?? Great video btw!

[@Jskjerning]

Super good tips!

[@TomCardy]

Thank you bro!

[@Jskjerning]

Could you do a vid about conering confidence/tips?
Or how to keep the front wheel high i jumps?
You rock🤘

[@sam.wootton]

Great video. Foam pits helpful for fear too?

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude! They are indeed, anything that helps build confidence is good!

[@flamingcows2381]

Mate this helped me tons thanks bro

[@brokenrat2176]

Sorry mate, it looked near the end of the vid you were gagging to go to the loo, lol. Great motivation to go jump though.

[@TomCardy]

Haha no worries 😂 I had a stinking cold when I filmed this! Keep shredding man! 🤙

[@JuanEnriqueSerra]

Thanks man, you are awesome!

[@danieljones4505]

Thanks. Great advice!!!

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude! Keep shredding!

[@TheSkyyvod]

thanks for the vid !! lots of good info

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude glad you enjoyed it 🤙

[@jam2junkie339]

Great video!Thanks👍

[@TomCardy]

No problem at all dude 🤙

[@davidprutkovas1333]

I'm so scared to do a double 😫 and my friend just says I'm crap as he goes to do a crazy jump

[@nathanmerzlak7225]

That worked with my dirtbike to jump a smaller jump before you send a big one so you’re confident jumping I was jumping my small jump because I was afraid to hit a big one at my friends house then when I went back And sent it

[@jwizrides]

I am thinking of sending a 4 ft tall step down and it's not even that big but it scares me so much even though it's in my ability!

[@postiepistolpete1985]

Great video mate 👌

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dudeeeeee

[@Mrtom40]

Good vid i have just broke my foot lol and waiting to ride and now have to wait to spring sad times

[@TomCardy]

That sucks man, hopefully you heal up fast!

[@Mrtom40]

Tom Cardy bro I only started 2 months ago lol

[@josephj4433]

Really helped dude 💯

[@MrJairo3259]

1:43 hahaha 👍

[@TomCardy]

🤙🤙🤙

[@charging_station2]

When u have fckd up coordination and ur afraid of injury.
Yeah, its me... I'll fkn fix it! Im building my first bike now and in the next year I'll be trying to overcome my fears 😏 wish my luck 😎🤙

[@TomCardy]

Awesome! Get out there and smash it dude! :)

[@charging_station2]

Tom Cardy thanks 😁

[@mesabman]

Some of the BEST things you can do as a rider to be safe and overcome fear are:
1.) ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET
2.) WEAR KNEE PADS
3.) WEAR ELBOW PADS
This is such a simple and highly effective way to avoid unnecessary injuries and give you peace of mind when you are riding.

[@MichaNowotarski]

Cool vid!

[@TomCardy]

Thank you dude!

[@lf8761]

I learned 360's at a foampit and i know that i can do them but when i try them at dirt jumps i underrotate everytime next time i use your tipps i hope it works

[@TomCardy]

Let me know if it works dude!

[@SwissFisch]

Very helpful man!

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude 🤙

[@wesleynaisby8159]

Thanks that video was so helpful.

[@TomCardy]

Glad to hear dude!

[@Rk23446]

Nice Video 👌

[@TomCardy]

Thank you bro 🤙

[@RaphiRIDER]

Great !! Thanks ! 🤘🚴

[@TomCardy]

Thanks dude!

[@dhananjaybhardwaj4234]

At 1:44 is that Kara laughing behind the cam?? :D

[@mitkoshredder]

I have a big fear to do a tuck no hander on a normal jump,I have done it on air-bag but I cant remove my fear from a normal dirt jump or a step-up.

[@TomCardy]

Keep practising it dude and take your time, then you will smash it no problem!

[@mitkoshredder]

I will try in the morning :) and by the way GMBN just uploaded a video with the same topic,cant they get their own videos...