Don’t even remember how your channel popped up but it’s easily one of my favorites now. Keep it up dude. Great information as usual and you make that shredding look silky smooth.
Another video with really important topics and ways to improve techniques for faster/safer riding, keep it up! Comfort braking is a big one that holds back riders of all levels. I always suggest to riders that they find a very familiar trail or section of trail (no double black diamond DH stuff, just something moderate with nice flow) and work on riding it over and over using minimal-to-no braking. Ideally working up to doing it with no fingers on brakes at all. Or try doing an entire run using just front or back brakes. Or not pedaling at all, just pumping and keeping your roll speed through corners. Like you said, the bike works shockingly better on bumps, jumps, and corners without yanking levers constantly or having to pedal in places you don't want to pedal. Also, your mind/body will adapt to sharper reactions and better line choices because of it.
The shoulder forward when cornering tip is something I figured out for myself in the French Alps last summer. I rode several bike parks and was frustratingly slow/nervous in steep corners until I had this lightbulb moment. It really does make a difference. I also adjusted my brake levers to enhance the technique. I hear what you say about optimum lever position; and this is how mine used to be set up. However, lowering my brake levers forces my hands to roll forward slightly on the bars, which I find really helps me get my outside elbow up in the corners. I tweaked the lever angle numerous times to get the perfect set up for me and, rolling the levers back to where they used to be noticeably hampered me getting my outside elbow up in the turns. Fortunately, I have not experienced any forearm pump or other problems since doing this. It's been all positive with no negatives. I recommend people try this if, like me, they struggle with cornering fast. Great tips.
Appreciate the comment! Lever angle is different for everyone but there is a best angle for every. It's easy to adjust and like you mentioned, it's worth experimenting with. Thanks for watching!
Love the "break the glass" visual! Oh man, we just talked about break lever angles on tmrw's Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, great minds ;) Another banger video Josh.
Fantastic tips, Josh!! As @trailsage said, we were just talking about jumping technique on the 'Ride and Laugh podcast' so that, "breaking the glass" tip is perfect!! Can't wait to try it out!! Appreciate you and these videos!!
Years ago I came across a video recommending to sing or hum a tune while doing drops. This was supposed to help take your mind off of the scary thing that doing drops can be. In my experience it actually works very well and helps to distract your brain just enough do not doubt yourself and help execute the movement your body knows already (assuming you have actually practiced the movement/technique)
Yet another great vid. Love your perspective and the mental breakthrough items are on point. Plus your be kind personality is what we all need. Keep it up.
Thanks for watching and appreciate the comment. Being a good person is more important than being a good bike rider. People won't remember the guy that skied past them on the jump but they will remember the guy that stopped to make sure all was well.
Thanks! Appreciate that. I've had the Tyee for a little over a year before that happened. I ride every week and every season. Materials fail, but good customer service shouldn't. They don't know me from a hole in the wall and Propain NA got me back up and running quickly. Thanks for watching.
@slantedground Glad to hear they took care of you. I want an enduro and have been checking out the Tyee. The build your own option is one of the coolest things, I'm surprised more brands don't do that. Hard to beat their prices too. If you don't mind sharing, have you noticed any cons with the Tyee?
Chainstay just behind the BB. I couldn't see the crack because the bike was covered in dust but man, something felt off. While a cracked frame is something no one want to deal with, the fact that I rode the bike park a full day with a cracked frame and the chainstay held up is confidence inspiring. Propain NA was quick with the warranty replacement.
I always wanted to ask this: are you originally from the New England area? I hear a faint New Englander accent. Or maybe Ive worked too long in Boston 😂
I hear ya. Me too. It's easy to get bummed out but just remember to step back and compare your skills to the past. It's easy to overlook progress when you're focused on what you can improve on. Thanks for watching!
If you watched the video know that I appreciate it so much! Have a great one!
Your definitely the best online “coach” your tips are really helpful
New video when the chain stay snaps?
Don’t even remember how your channel popped up but it’s easily one of my favorites now. Keep it up dude. Great information as usual and you make that shredding look silky smooth.
same happened for me. a random click turned out to be one of the top-tier instructional riders out there.
Thanks so much! Appreciate it!
Love me some Blue Mtn! Keep it Steezy J 👍👍🤘🇺🇸
Another video with really important topics and ways to improve techniques for faster/safer riding, keep it up!
Comfort braking is a big one that holds back riders of all levels. I always suggest to riders that they find a very familiar trail or section of trail (no double black diamond DH stuff, just something moderate with nice flow) and work on riding it over and over using minimal-to-no braking. Ideally working up to doing it with no fingers on brakes at all. Or try doing an entire run using just front or back brakes. Or not pedaling at all, just pumping and keeping your roll speed through corners. Like you said, the bike works shockingly better on bumps, jumps, and corners without yanking levers constantly or having to pedal in places you don't want to pedal. Also, your mind/body will adapt to sharper reactions and better line choices because of it.
The shoulder forward when cornering tip is something I figured out for myself in the French Alps last summer.
I rode several bike parks and was frustratingly slow/nervous in steep corners until I had this lightbulb moment. It really does make a difference.
I also adjusted my brake levers to enhance the technique. I hear what you say about optimum lever position; and this is how mine used to be set up.
However, lowering my brake levers forces my hands to roll forward slightly on the bars, which I find really helps me get my outside elbow up in the corners. I tweaked the lever angle numerous times to get the perfect set up for me and, rolling the levers back to where they used to be noticeably hampered me getting my outside elbow up in the turns.
Fortunately, I have not experienced any forearm pump or other problems since doing this. It's been all positive with no negatives.
I recommend people try this if, like me, they struggle with cornering fast.
Great tips.
Appreciate the comment! Lever angle is different for everyone but there is a best angle for every. It's easy to adjust and like you mentioned, it's worth experimenting with. Thanks for watching!
Love the "break the glass" visual! Oh man, we just talked about break lever angles on tmrw's Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, great minds ;) Another banger video Josh.
Thanks for watching Sage. As always, I'm looking forward to the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast. Fist bump.
Great tips! Thank you!
Sure thing. Thanks for watching!
Fantastic tips, Josh!! As @trailsage said, we were just talking about jumping technique on the 'Ride and Laugh podcast' so that, "breaking the glass" tip is perfect!! Can't wait to try it out!! Appreciate you and these videos!!
Years ago I came across a video recommending to sing or hum a tune while doing drops. This was supposed to help take your mind off of the scary thing that doing drops can be.
In my experience it actually works very well and helps to distract your brain just enough do not doubt yourself and help execute the movement your body knows already (assuming you have actually practiced the movement/technique)
Thanks for watching! Appreciate it!
Good stuff!
Yet another great vid. Love your perspective and the mental breakthrough items are on point. Plus your be kind personality is what we all need. Keep it up.
Thanks for watching and appreciate the comment. Being a good person is more important than being a good bike rider. People won't remember the guy that skied past them on the jump but they will remember the guy that stopped to make sure all was well.
@ 100%
Enjoyed the tips. You have a really good channel going!
I'm a little proud of my bike because it facilitates the riding I'm proud of
Love your videos man. How long have you had your Propane before that happened?
Thanks! Appreciate that. I've had the Tyee for a little over a year before that happened. I ride every week and every season. Materials fail, but good customer service shouldn't. They don't know me from a hole in the wall and Propain NA got me back up and running quickly. Thanks for watching.
@slantedground Glad to hear they took care of you. I want an enduro and have been checking out the Tyee. The build your own option is one of the coolest things, I'm surprised more brands don't do that. Hard to beat their prices too. If you don't mind sharing, have you noticed any cons with the Tyee?
So what cracked?
Chainstay?
Chainstay just behind the BB. I couldn't see the crack because the bike was covered in dust but man, something felt off. While a cracked frame is something no one want to deal with, the fact that I rode the bike park a full day with a cracked frame and the chainstay held up is confidence inspiring. Propain NA was quick with the warranty replacement.
@ I figured it was. Mine did the same thing. Propain had me a new frame in 8 days.
I always wanted to ask this: are you originally from the New England area? I hear a faint New Englander accent. Or maybe Ive worked too long in Boston 😂
My parents are from Binghampton NY and my toddler talk came from hearing what they had to say. However, I grew up in PA.
I am the opposite, I seem to think I am bad no matter how much I try.
I hear ya. Me too. It's easy to get bummed out but just remember to step back and compare your skills to the past. It's easy to overlook progress when you're focused on what you can improve on. Thanks for watching!