Welcome To Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting can shortcut the learning process. We often liken ourselves to filters when teaching, since a lot of what we do is taking out the incorrect movements or preconceived ideas about how the bike should be ridden. Looking at what is causing you problems can be very insightful, and can greatly accelerate the learning process. This section contains some complete videos seen in other locations on the site, excerpts from videos, and custom made troubleshooting videos, blogs and discussions.

  • Learn By Understanding Your Mistakes

  • Discover How moving correctly creates flow

  • Develop the ability to fix flaws in your riding

  • Progress by cleaning up your game

Cornering: FAQs

As in skiing, turning on a mountain bike requires putting more pressure on our outside foot. Unlike skiing, where your feet are level when standing in a neutral position, mountain bikers have one foot forward and one foot back. This is more like snowboarding where riders have one foot they prefer in front. Some riders are left foot forward, and some are right foot forward.

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Sticking to Flat Pedals Off Drops – How is it Possible?

Sticking to Flat Pedals Off Drops – How is it Possible? Riders often ask me how they can possibly stick to flat pedals when going off drops and jumps. The answer is below. If we are riding well, there isn’t a whole lot of difference in feeling between flats and being clipped in. I ride…

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Flatland Turns: FAQs

Troubleshooting: Flatland Turns Flatland Turns, while simple enough looking, can present some major challenges for riders. Below we’ll discuss a few commonly asked questions as well as looking into the root of what causes many riders grief in turns without backing (non-bermed turns). When we talk about flat turns, they could happen on steep ground…

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