Mountain Bike Fun!

eHowSports asked:

On mountain bikes, the Avid system for bleed brakes requires the use of Dot 4 fluid or Dot 5 fluid only. Start using the Avid system for bleed brakes on your mountain bike with help from a veteran cyclist in this free video on mountain bike parts. Expert: Kevin Adams Bio: Kevin Adams has been a cyclist for the past 21 years. Filmmaker: bill horneck Series Description: Mountain biking is a great alternative to staying in shape and exploring the outdoors. Discover these mountain biking tips and techniques from an veteran cyclist in this free video series on mountain biking.

Shan asked:


im looking for a mountain bike, price 200-350, any idea what type of bike i should buy something with duel shocks that will last for few years. iwas looking at a GMC topkick. but all the reviews i read shows it’s a S*** bike. answer from a expert will be good, and i will be going on trails too!

im looking for a mountain bike, price 200-350, any idea what type of bike i should buy something with duel shocks that will last for few years. iwas looking at a GMC topkick. but all the reviews i read shows it’s a S*** bike. answer from a expert will be good, and i will be going on trails too!

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pnwdave1 asked:

Mark Sturges does the Expert-Open course at Echo OR for the Chinook Cycling Club’s mountain bike series race in November 2010. Filmed with a GoPro Hero Wide chesty mount in SD.

David Tannascoli asked:




There are many advantages to mountain biking and you don’t have to be an expert to participate in this sport. Many people do not see the obvious advantages to this sport, simply because they think it’s too tricky or expensive. Once you buy a mountain bike and start pedaling through single track trails you will soon realize that it isn’t as tricky as you once thought. Also, you don’t have to buy yourself the most expensive bike on the market to enjoy this rewarding sport.

Being a mountain biker myself, I have seen a lot of the positive aspects about this growing sport. When I head out to ride the trails close to where I live, I see all different types of riders. There are parents who take their young kids with them to the more advanced trail riders who are able to maneuver their bike however they need to in order to make it to the end of the trail. One of the great aspects about mountain biking versus other sports is once you have a bike, the right gear and clothing, you just head out to the trailhead and don’t have to pay to ride the different trails. For example, if you are a skier or a golfer, your obligated to spend your hard earned money to ski at a resort or a golf club. That’s of course after you’ve already spent money on the equipment for that particular sport. Another great advantage is while most sports have an off season, with mountain biking you can ride in all year round. So if you have warmer clothing you can ride in the winter time and breath in the cool crisp air. One great part about this wonderful sport is that you don’t have to be a speed demon to enjoy it. Riding on technical single track trails forces you to ride slowly while at the same time become an exceptional bike handler. That is something you don’t get from riding on the road. But, practicing your bike handling off road will definitely make you a better road rider when you come to an obstacle such as a series of pot holes, bumpy road and so on. Being that I do a lot of road riding myself, I really enjoy getting out in the middle of the woods away from the cars, traffic lights, and the hustle and bustle of road riding not to mention the fact that road riding is more about going fast and seeing how long before my legs really begin to hurt. With riding on the trails and being secluded within a deep lush forest with creeks, birds chirping and the occasional deer sighting makes for a great time. That is something that you just can’t get with most other sports.

With the many advantages to mountain biking it is obvious that you don’t have to be an expert to participate in this sport. As you can see, just as I’ve seen for myself that mountain biking is more about becoming one with nature and enjoying meandering your way through technical trails as you get a rush from the overall experience of it all.

expertvillage asked:

Learn how to shift and turn smoothly and easily when riding on a mountain bike. Learn more in this free video series on mountain biking. Expert: AP Bio: Aaron Phillips teaches mountain bike touring at the University of Utah and has logged multiple wins as a cross-country racer. Filmmaker: Mike Phillips

KeystoneColorado asked:

Ever wonder what it’s like to charge some of the downhill trails at the Keystone Bike Park? Well, here’s a quick video to give you a sense of the thrill. If you’re not an expert downhill biker, remember that Keystone has bike trails for ALL ability levels! So if you’re just starting, a weekend warrior, or an avid downhiller, we’ve got something for you! Oh, and FYI: None of this footage was sped up. If it seems like these guys are riding really fast it’s because they are!

expertvillage asked:

Skidding is a mountain biking technique that you can use on race courses or other single use trails where you don’t have to worry about trail impact. Learn skidding techniques for mountain bikes in this free trail riding training video for the beginner. Expert: Mickey Denoncourt Contact: www.spookybikes.com Bio: Mickey Denoncourt owns Spooky Bikes, at www.spookybikes.com. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso

expertvillage asked:

Learn how to brake when mountain biking in this free video on mountain bikes for beginners. Expert: AP Bio: Aaron Phillips teaches mountain bike touring at the University of Utah and has logged multiple wins as a cross-country racer. Filmmaker: Mike Phillips

expertvillage asked:

Learn the basics of how to ride down steep terrain on your mountain bike in this free technique video on mountain biking from an expert and professional bike racer.