I would LOVE to see more vids on intermediate/advanced braking technique. Understanding which brake has more power is just scratching the surface, right? Out on the trail it's less about stopping as quickly as possible, it's more about braking the right amount at the right time to maintain control and momentum. I've been trying to improve my cornering technique and have sorely neglected the braking part of that. My local trails are pretty steep so I spend a lot of time dragging both brakes, interspersed with panic-braking hard, so I could certainly do with some help! Keep up the good work!
After riding, mountain bikes, motocross and street bikes for years, front brake is on the right! When hitting the rear brake on a motorcycle, you normally pull in the clutch(left side). Muscle memory. Just my .02
Mines was actually from Malaysia that drives in the right side of the road (I think) but it was in Australia when I got it online. So my left break is my rear one and my right is front. Australia drives in the left btw
My short notes. 4 pots feel better in long downhill runs. Not a huge difference in upper / down trails. I can't tell a difference 180 to 203. The larger rotors cool faster. Organic pads grab harder at first.
The only thing missed was pumping into the ground while modulating the brakes pulls you up even faster, increases surface area of the tire and more force into the ground (Maybe a future advanced braking tutorial) 😜
I always thought the orientation of front/rear lever position was related to the terrain, like ppl on the trails that use more rear than front brake would put the rear brake on the left side, once on the left hand there's no shifting so you have your thumb constantly on the grips providing~~grip and so on
Levers are other way around in Australia? That must be super weird to ride with brake hoses sticking outside from handlebars 😂😂😂🤣 Must be snagging on everything 😋
I have to be nitpicky here. Cars have ABS it prevents your tires from locking up, except for some vintage cars. In case of an emergency it is necessary to hit the brakes immediately as hard as possible to come to an early stop.
Have you ever jumped on a bike over there with the brakes backwards and sent yourself otb? And every one should have there brakes the right way around the NZ way lol. God my yeti doesn't even have enough holes in buy the head tube so I can run the brake and gear cables properly 😀.
I actually use my front brake to help in cornering, as you lean into the turn, applying the front brake causes the bike to "fall" in the turn. It takes just a little brake pressure to initiate the dive into the turn.
Why rear brake at the right? Because your rear derailleur is at the right and your front derailleur is at the left, it's just easier to think about, left: front controls, right: back controls! Also most people are right-handed and it's easier to shift with your main hand.
the only logical lever orientation would be left hand rear brake and right hand front brake... this aligns with all motorcycles having the front brake on the right hand side(as a safety precaution someone doesnt grab a hand full of clutch thinking its front brakes). if you ride with the front brake on the left hand side you need to grow up.
If I had ten dollars for every time I saw someone hurl themselves right over the bars because they grabbed too much front brake... I would still be just as bike poor as I am right now.
Most people are right handed so have better control with their right had, you need better control of your front brake so it would make sense to have it on the right? Also motor bikes have the front brake on the right, so I find it even more strane that americans who ride motor bikes still put their front brake on the left, strange
Seriously have you ever driven a car ? Braking on a car, and presumably on any vehicle, should be gradually decreasing. You don't press harder on the brake pedal as you come to a stop. That's exactly what 1st time drivers do and all passengers are thrown forward. On the contrary, you brake hard in the beginning and release the pedal as the car or bike slows.
And in an emergeny you just slam your pedal as hard as you can. That's what ABS is for and nowadays all cars have that. Because in the end, the car's computer is better at modulating than you are.
@@dystopiaisutopia Yeah and it has 2 wheels rather than 4, legs instead of an engine etc. but that doesn't change anything to the fact that braking harder as the bike slows down is NOT a good idea. You don't do that on a car, you don't do that on a bike either.
I'm going to agree with you by disagreeing: My front brake should be on the left because it's the more powerful (and more dangerous) brake, and I'm left-handed.
First, what actual rider ever makes a panic stop? Stopping power is useless in 99% of rides. Tactical braking is considered best before the corner. Slowing down to effective entry speeds is far more critical than stopping. Second Braking is way better when you are heavy, as in the bottom of a pump. Try it, brake like Christina in that drill. Modulation is key, now make yourself heavy and slam the brakes timed with the pump. More power laid down faster is possible and the modulation goes to your feet and the traction.
step one: buy the most expensive brakes you can afford
step two: try to use them as little as possible
Just remember: if in doubt, flat out. Tis all you need to know
It's a no brainer haha - Tom
@@dystopiaisutopia Shhh, but do share your wealth of information.
@@dystopiaisutopia I am, but what are you?
Love those oil slick bolts on the sram codes
You guys are an awesome combo on camera.
I found myself upgrading to a 220mm front rotor for my Code RSC to make front flip entries real easy 🤟
just lock your rear brake up and skid every time you come into a corner, that's how you make sick edits
Good way to damage/ruin a trial too.
Excelente vídeo educativo guys 👍👍👍
Christina te amooooo!!! 😘
I would LOVE to see more vids on intermediate/advanced braking technique. Understanding which brake has more power is just scratching the surface, right? Out on the trail it's less about stopping as quickly as possible, it's more about braking the right amount at the right time to maintain control and momentum. I've been trying to improve my cornering technique and have sorely neglected the braking part of that. My local trails are pretty steep so I spend a lot of time dragging both brakes, interspersed with panic-braking hard, so I could certainly do with some help!
Keep up the good work!
It's not my words..
But break hard early front n rear cause it's breaking time....
Then come leaning time. Just turn hard....
For sure Eliot, keep your eyes peeled - Tom
@@dystopiaisutopia that my french english 🤣🤣🤣🤣
That hand overhang just got me a boxing fracture on a tree, at least 1 month out 🥲
Good job on the video! The shots were really good, especially the one at 3:51 with tom and then christina!
Thanks maaate, Max our videographer nailed it - Tom
After riding, mountain bikes, motocross and street bikes for years, front brake is on the right! When hitting the rear brake on a motorcycle, you normally pull in the clutch(left side). Muscle memory. Just my .02
exactly , as a daily m/bike rider id die if i ran the front brake on the other side from every motorbike on the planet
Nice production! Love the dry humor with education
my phalanges are adequately long thank you very much!!!!
They should've invented Rémy Metaillier
He's the real braking pro
Great content from Tom and Christina.
Finally decent visual also. Good work on the camera
Great vid , thank you . Made a big difference straight away 👌👍
Brakes are heating up-Let them go bro~Brian Lopes
You should do a video on how to modulate front and rear separately when entering and leaving a corner, essentially how to trail-brake.
Coming soon!
Mines was actually from Malaysia that drives in the right side of the road (I think) but it was in Australia when I got it online. So my left break is my rear one and my right is front. Australia drives in the left btw
Notification for this came up as I'm bolting on some fresh Hope E4's to the hardtail, oh yh! 😎
Field test some brakes! 2 vs 4 pot, 203 vs 180 rotors, organic vs metallic pads.
My short notes. 4 pots feel better in long downhill runs. Not a huge difference in upper / down trails. I can't tell a difference 180 to 203. The larger rotors cool faster. Organic pads grab harder at first.
1:55 - URGH look at that sram lever throw haha
I have mine set to bite almost immediately. I set reset my calipers using .3mm less than rotor thickness using feeler gauges.
The only thing missed was pumping into the ground while modulating the brakes pulls you up even faster, increases surface area of the tire and more force into the ground (Maybe a future advanced braking tutorial) 😜
Interesting stuff! Thanks for sharing!
Great information, thank you
Having your front brake on your dominant hand makes more sense, since you have more control over brake modulation
I can pull my right harder but modulate better w/ my left ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Nah
Initially, maybe, but with a bit of practice you can get the same finesse with your non-dominant hand.
that would freak me out, each time I swapped bikes with a friend we'd both be constantly going over the bars
The thumbnail made me think an epic colab with Blake from GMBN had taken place
Next episode?..... - Tom
@@dystopiaisutopia Woo, a pessimistic God. 😂
Very important-- brake BEFORE you enter the turn!!!
Its called trail braking
Will there be a field test video coming out in the near future with bikes ranging from $3000-4500? I would love to see it.
They said the next field test will be down country bikes ranging from $4700-$5970.
Great video👍🏼👍🏼
So what is the recommended? Front brake modulation or both brake modulation for quickest stop?
I always thought the orientation of front/rear lever position was related to the terrain, like ppl on the trails that use more rear than front brake would put the rear brake on the left side, once on the left hand there's no shifting so you have your thumb constantly on the grips providing~~grip and so on
Left for Lead Brake
Right for Rear Brake
L - Lead
R - Rear
Back brake on the right is best because that is where you shifter is (gears and brakes on same side)
Fantastic.
The Grim Donut made it to a real bike! The german company alutech sells a bike inspired by the donut! The Fanes Armageddon Edition!
Levers are other way around in Australia? That must be super weird to ride with brake hoses sticking outside from handlebars 😂😂😂🤣
Must be snagging on everything 😋
good drill!
Good one 💪🏻
I have to be nitpicky here. Cars have ABS it prevents your tires from locking up, except for some vintage cars. In case of an emergency it is necessary to hit the brakes immediately as hard as possible to come to an early stop.
Have you ever jumped on a bike over there with the brakes backwards and sent yourself otb? And every one should have there brakes the right way around the NZ way lol. God my yeti doesn't even have enough holes in buy the head tube so I can run the brake and gear cables properly 😀.
I see Tom I click
anyone else notice the loose brake pad bolt on the caliper backed out all the way against the safety clip? might want to check that lol
Good catch. 4:15. Snug up that bolt.
thats what I'm sayin
I actually use my front brake to help in cornering, as you lean into the turn, applying the front brake causes the bike to "fall" in the turn. It takes just a little brake pressure to initiate the dive into the turn.
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I'm glad someone appreciated that haha - Tom
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Why rear brake at the right? Because your rear derailleur is at the right and your front derailleur is at the left, it's just easier to think about, left: front controls, right: back controls! Also most people are right-handed and it's easier to shift with your main hand.
3:02...There was a mosquito trying to steal chrisitnas grips some blood lol
Belive me or not it was auto-corrcted
Why does Christina have an Ultra Soft rear tyre and a Soft front tyre?
I refuse to ride on the wrong side of the lever 🤣
the only logical lever orientation would be left hand rear brake and right hand front brake... this aligns with all motorcycles having the front brake on the right hand side(as a safety precaution someone doesnt grab a hand full of clutch thinking its front brakes). if you ride with the front brake on the left hand side you need to grow up.
I am always afraid to use the front brakes alone especially going downhill for fear of flipping over.
Because i also ride motorcycles, my front brake is on the right hand side all on my bicycles too.
Left hand writer here
So i take away my front break from my left hand. Can stoppie by right hand
If I had ten dollars for every time I saw someone hurl themselves right over the bars because they grabbed too much front brake... I would still be just as bike poor as I am right now.
I like that trek she has
Who else noticed that huge mosquito?
pro tip: put both brake levers on the same side, that way you can really one-finger brake, not this silly one-finger per hand business.
Check out No Front Brakes on UA-cam. He rides with a prosthetic hand so both his brakes are on the same side.
@@rubbersidedown1356 that both kills my joke AND amazes me all at the same time!
can we stop for a moment and talk about riding with rings? I´ve seen pretty bad finder injuries and almost amputations due to riding with rings
Motorcycle accidents?
@@carlose6010 bicycle, downhill and freeride
My car has anti-lock brakes, I only jam the pedal
Sickkkk
Only break setup that makes sense on a mtb is Moto style.
All the motorbikes around the world have that setup.
What if I have no intention of ever riding a motorcycle? Also, motorbikes use a foot pedal for the rear brake, so it's not the same setup on any MTB.
Im high on shrooms rn and the rotating math symbols and figures in the background arent helping.....
I dont get why so many people have such a problem with the front brake....
Most people are right handed so have better control with their right had, you need better control of your front brake so it would make sense to have it on the right?
Also motor bikes have the front brake on the right, so I find it even more strane that americans who ride motor bikes still put their front brake on the left, strange
Brakes only make you slower
Brights.
Seriously have you ever driven a car ? Braking on a car, and presumably on any vehicle, should be gradually decreasing. You don't press harder on the brake pedal as you come to a stop. That's exactly what 1st time drivers do and all passengers are thrown forward.
On the contrary, you brake hard in the beginning and release the pedal as the car or bike slows.
And in an emergeny you just slam your pedal as hard as you can. That's what ABS is for and nowadays all cars have that. Because in the end, the car's computer is better at modulating than you are.
@@dystopiaisutopia Not sure what you're saying here. What's your point ?
@@dystopiaisutopia Yeah and it has 2 wheels rather than 4, legs instead of an engine etc. but that doesn't change anything to the fact that braking harder as the bike slows down is NOT a good idea. You don't do that on a car, you don't do that on a bike either.
i think im in love with her
Hehe
sram VS shimano
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Basics of braking? Just squeeze the brake lever
Front brake should always be dominant hand.
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Your back brake should be on the right becuase it is the primary brake and most people are right handed
I'm going to agree with you by disagreeing: My front brake should be on the left because it's the more powerful (and more dangerous) brake, and I'm left-handed.
First, what actual rider ever makes a panic stop? Stopping power is useless in 99% of rides. Tactical braking is considered best before the corner. Slowing down to effective entry speeds is far more critical than stopping.
Second
Braking is way better when you are heavy, as in the bottom of a pump. Try it, brake like Christina in that drill. Modulation is key, now make yourself heavy and slam the brakes timed with the pump. More power laid down faster is possible and the modulation goes to your feet and the traction.
I do hard stops quite regularly. Mostly because there's only public paths here, and dogs/children/the blissfully unaware are regular occurrences.
You have a beautiful body, Christina ..
and i love that 💖
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