How To Set Up & Use Your Brakes | MTB Braking Basics

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  • Опубліковано 30 жов 2024

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  • @truckstreestoys
    @truckstreestoys 3 роки тому +112

    step one: buy the most expensive brakes you can afford
    step two: try to use them as little as possible

  • @julianrossi8460
    @julianrossi8460 3 роки тому +63

    Just remember: if in doubt, flat out. Tis all you need to know

    • @pinkbike
      @pinkbike  3 роки тому +8

      It's a no brainer haha - Tom

    • @carlose6010
      @carlose6010 3 роки тому +2

      @@dystopiaisutopia Shhh, but do share your wealth of information.

    • @carlose6010
      @carlose6010 3 роки тому

      @@dystopiaisutopia I am, but what are you?

  • @dominicdufault2668
    @dominicdufault2668 3 роки тому +11

    Love those oil slick bolts on the sram codes

  • @JFTM_
    @JFTM_ 3 роки тому +1

    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 🤟

  • @philip9175
    @philip9175 3 роки тому +19

    just lock your rear brake up and skid every time you come into a corner, that's how you make sick edits

    • @carlose6010
      @carlose6010 3 роки тому

      Good way to damage/ruin a trial too.

  • @cesaromero72
    @cesaromero72 3 роки тому +3

    Excelente vídeo educativo guys 👍👍👍
    Christina te amooooo!!! 😘

  • @eliotcrowe7884
    @eliotcrowe7884 3 роки тому +2

    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!

    • @isladetail
      @isladetail 3 роки тому +1

      It's not my words..
      But break hard early front n rear cause it's breaking time....
      Then come leaning time. Just turn hard....

    • @pinkbike
      @pinkbike  3 роки тому +1

      For sure Eliot, keep your eyes peeled - Tom

    • @isladetail
      @isladetail 3 роки тому

      @@dystopiaisutopia that my french english 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @SidiNic
    @SidiNic 3 роки тому +2

    That hand overhang just got me a boxing fracture on a tree, at least 1 month out 🥲

  • @northgen1062
    @northgen1062 3 роки тому +1

    Good job on the video! The shots were really good, especially the one at 3:51 with tom and then christina!

    • @pinkbike
      @pinkbike  3 роки тому

      Thanks maaate, Max our videographer nailed it - Tom

  • @ericwalden8979
    @ericwalden8979 3 роки тому +2

    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

    • @CarkeekW
      @CarkeekW 3 роки тому

      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

  • @Headlessthirst
    @Headlessthirst 3 роки тому

    Nice production! Love the dry humor with education

  • @michaelkeiser
    @michaelkeiser 3 роки тому +5

    my phalanges are adequately long thank you very much!!!!

  • @hansghunter
    @hansghunter 3 роки тому +13

    They should've invented Rémy Metaillier
    He's the real braking pro

  • @sebmour
    @sebmour 3 роки тому

    Great content from Tom and Christina.
    Finally decent visual also. Good work on the camera

  • @Skogmtb
    @Skogmtb 3 роки тому

    Great vid , thank you . Made a big difference straight away 👌👍

  • @fattie2550
    @fattie2550 3 роки тому +2

    Brakes are heating up-Let them go bro~Brian Lopes

  • @paulalbe4587
    @paulalbe4587 3 роки тому +2

    You should do a video on how to modulate front and rear separately when entering and leaving a corner, essentially how to trail-brake.

  • @redred1161
    @redred1161 3 роки тому

    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

  • @traildogisla
    @traildogisla 3 роки тому

    Notification for this came up as I'm bolting on some fresh Hope E4's to the hardtail, oh yh! 😎

  • @flybyguy1450
    @flybyguy1450 3 роки тому +2

    Field test some brakes! 2 vs 4 pot, 203 vs 180 rotors, organic vs metallic pads.

    • @Cassienope
      @Cassienope 3 роки тому +1

      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.

  • @michaelgoodwin593
    @michaelgoodwin593 3 роки тому +7

    1:55 - URGH look at that sram lever throw haha

    • @rezenclowd3
      @rezenclowd3 3 роки тому

      I have mine set to bite almost immediately. I set reset my calipers using .3mm less than rotor thickness using feeler gauges.

  • @Ferroresonance
    @Ferroresonance 3 роки тому

    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) 😜

  • @joarpaganus
    @joarpaganus 3 роки тому

    Interesting stuff! Thanks for sharing!

  • @creativemode6594
    @creativemode6594 3 роки тому +1

    Great information, thank you

  • @theamateur4490
    @theamateur4490 3 роки тому +2

    Having your front brake on your dominant hand makes more sense, since you have more control over brake modulation

    • @Yhigma
      @Yhigma 3 роки тому +1

      I can pull my right harder but modulate better w/ my left ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

    • @th_js
      @th_js 3 роки тому

      Nah

    • @Surestick88
      @Surestick88 3 роки тому +1

      Initially, maybe, but with a bit of practice you can get the same finesse with your non-dominant hand.

    • @VentoRdrummeR
      @VentoRdrummeR 3 роки тому +1

      that would freak me out, each time I swapped bikes with a friend we'd both be constantly going over the bars

  • @AM-pp5rl
    @AM-pp5rl 3 роки тому +12

    The thumbnail made me think an epic colab with Blake from GMBN had taken place

    • @pinkbike
      @pinkbike  3 роки тому +10

      Next episode?..... - Tom

    • @carlose6010
      @carlose6010 3 роки тому +1

      @@dystopiaisutopia Woo, a pessimistic God. 😂

  • @jake9705
    @jake9705 3 роки тому +3

    Very important-- brake BEFORE you enter the turn!!!

  • @calvillo707
    @calvillo707 3 роки тому +3

    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.

    • @dylan-5287
      @dylan-5287 3 роки тому

      They said the next field test will be down country bikes ranging from $4700-$5970.

  • @dominicdufault2668
    @dominicdufault2668 3 роки тому

    Great video👍🏼👍🏼

  • @ylana4444
    @ylana4444 Рік тому

    So what is the recommended? Front brake modulation or both brake modulation for quickest stop?

  • @danielribas1109
    @danielribas1109 3 роки тому

    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

  • @rubbersidedown1356
    @rubbersidedown1356 3 роки тому +1

    Left for Lead Brake
    Right for Rear Brake
    L - Lead
    R - Rear

  • @gretchenmorfea5988
    @gretchenmorfea5988 3 роки тому

    Back brake on the right is best because that is where you shifter is (gears and brakes on same side)

  • @beerenmusli8220
    @beerenmusli8220 3 роки тому

    Fantastic.

  • @markusstaden
    @markusstaden 3 роки тому

    The Grim Donut made it to a real bike! The german company alutech sells a bike inspired by the donut! The Fanes Armageddon Edition!

  • @polishguywithhardtospellna8227
    @polishguywithhardtospellna8227 3 роки тому

    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 😋

  • @levirichardson8505
    @levirichardson8505 3 роки тому

    good drill!

  • @pace_tracker
    @pace_tracker 3 роки тому

    Good one 💪🏻

  • @Sketchupdave
    @Sketchupdave 3 роки тому

    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.

  • @hamishjohnson9678
    @hamishjohnson9678 3 роки тому

    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 😀.

  • @zdream720
    @zdream720 3 роки тому +2

    I see Tom I click

  • @scottpink2013
    @scottpink2013 3 роки тому +2

    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

    • @mattgies
      @mattgies 3 роки тому

      Good catch. 4:15. Snug up that bolt.

    • @scottpink2013
      @scottpink2013 3 роки тому

      thats what I'm sayin

  • @johnnydoe66
    @johnnydoe66 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @MTBbible
    @MTBbible 3 роки тому +1

    🤘🤘

  • @flyfreak23
    @flyfreak23 3 роки тому +1

    “Scholars”
    Shows mike VS mike 😂😂

    • @pinkbike
      @pinkbike  3 роки тому +3

      I'm glad someone appreciated that haha - Tom

  • @bangWarkop
    @bangWarkop 3 роки тому +1

    Good

  • @KoenMiseur
    @KoenMiseur 3 роки тому

    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.

  • @JR-ke4lj
    @JR-ke4lj 3 роки тому

    3:02...There was a mosquito trying to steal chrisitnas grips some blood lol

    • @JR-ke4lj
      @JR-ke4lj 3 роки тому

      Belive me or not it was auto-corrcted

  • @th_js
    @th_js 3 роки тому

    Why does Christina have an Ultra Soft rear tyre and a Soft front tyre?

  • @polishguywithhardtospellna8227
    @polishguywithhardtospellna8227 3 роки тому +1

    I refuse to ride on the wrong side of the lever 🤣

  • @rollspeedfilms
    @rollspeedfilms 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @mauriceparris1816
    @mauriceparris1816 3 роки тому

    I am always afraid to use the front brakes alone especially going downhill for fear of flipping over.

  • @BladeRicsi
    @BladeRicsi 3 роки тому +1

    Because i also ride motorcycles, my front brake is on the right hand side all on my bicycles too.

    • @isladetail
      @isladetail 3 роки тому +1

      Left hand writer here
      So i take away my front break from my left hand. Can stoppie by right hand

  • @SnootchieBootchies27
    @SnootchieBootchies27 3 роки тому

    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.

  • @jeremiahbuttler7293
    @jeremiahbuttler7293 3 роки тому

    I like that trek she has

  • @frostdabatos8615
    @frostdabatos8615 3 роки тому +1

    Who else noticed that huge mosquito?

  • @scottmccullough8030
    @scottmccullough8030 3 роки тому +1

    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.

    • @rubbersidedown1356
      @rubbersidedown1356 3 роки тому

      Check out No Front Brakes on UA-cam. He rides with a prosthetic hand so both his brakes are on the same side.

    • @scottmccullough8030
      @scottmccullough8030 3 роки тому

      @@rubbersidedown1356 that both kills my joke AND amazes me all at the same time!

  • @filipstrapinadotcz
    @filipstrapinadotcz 3 роки тому +2

    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

  • @raindropcleaners
    @raindropcleaners 11 місяців тому

    My car has anti-lock brakes, I only jam the pedal

  • @leoghatavi9353
    @leoghatavi9353 3 роки тому

    Sickkkk

  • @dortkommendieclowns1474
    @dortkommendieclowns1474 3 роки тому +2

    Only break setup that makes sense on a mtb is Moto style.
    All the motorbikes around the world have that setup.

    • @mattgies
      @mattgies 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @leattts6602
    @leattts6602 3 роки тому +2

    Im high on shrooms rn and the rotating math symbols and figures in the background arent helping.....

  • @theorist7572
    @theorist7572 3 роки тому

    I dont get why so many people have such a problem with the front brake....

  • @superchickensoup
    @superchickensoup 3 роки тому

    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

  • @user-ml3ei6zy6n
    @user-ml3ei6zy6n 3 роки тому +2

    Brakes only make you slower

  • @BMfins
    @BMfins 3 роки тому

    Brights.

  • @DrJGang
    @DrJGang 3 роки тому +1

    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.

    • @Schnipsim
      @Schnipsim 3 роки тому

      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.

    • @DrJGang
      @DrJGang 3 роки тому

      @@dystopiaisutopia Not sure what you're saying here. What's your point ?

    • @DrJGang
      @DrJGang 3 роки тому

      @@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.

  • @Alex8383838383
    @Alex8383838383 3 роки тому +1

    i think im in love with her

  • @piotrszczudrawa2233
    @piotrszczudrawa2233 3 роки тому

    sram VS shimano

  • @gold_pedal5156
    @gold_pedal5156 3 роки тому

    Next : How to ride a bike

  • @predrag1
    @predrag1 3 роки тому

    Basics of braking? Just squeeze the brake lever

  • @spin2win721
    @spin2win721 3 роки тому

    Front brake should always be dominant hand.

  • @owengellatly7182
    @owengellatly7182 3 роки тому +2

    3rd comment

  • @savigeotter9939
    @savigeotter9939 3 роки тому

    Your back brake should be on the right becuase it is the primary brake and most people are right handed

    • @mattgies
      @mattgies 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @falllinemaniac
    @falllinemaniac 3 роки тому

    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.

    • @creepingjesus5106
      @creepingjesus5106 3 роки тому

      I do hard stops quite regularly. Mostly because there's only public paths here, and dogs/children/the blissfully unaware are regular occurrences.

  • @hartwinfritz
    @hartwinfritz 3 роки тому

    You have a beautiful body, Christina ..
    and i love that 💖

  • @UZALTMZ
    @UZALTMZ 3 роки тому +1

    second

  • @erikekebergh9360
    @erikekebergh9360 3 роки тому +1

    First

  • @xSiTuaTioNxHDx
    @xSiTuaTioNxHDx 3 роки тому

    5th