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Learn the basics of mountain bike safety and setup in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Learn how to check your mountain bike wheels to stay safe and ensure they're properly pumped up in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn how to check your mountain bike brakes to stay safe and ensure that they will work when you need them to in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn how to shift gears on a mountain bike to maximize your speed on the course in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn how gears work on a mountain bike in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn how to solve shifting problems on a mountain bike in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about mountain bike safety clothing to ensure that your outfit keeps you cool and prevents you from getting caught up on snags in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about how a correctly sized mountain bike helmet should fit in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about more mountain bike safety accessories and how you can best utilize them to your benefit in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn the correct was to fall with a mountain bike to ensure that you're not badly hurt in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn the correct way to jump off of a mountain bike to ensure that you can do so quickly and easily during a race in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about mountain bike pedal systems in order to understand how to best utilize them in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about mountain bike clipless pedals and whether they're right for you in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about trail rules for mountain bikes in order to understand the etiquette of riding in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about tool kits for mountain bikes and which one is right for you in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
Learn about the right tire pressure for mountain bikes to ensure a smooth, efficient ride in this free video series that covers the basics of how to become a knowledgeable off-road bike racer.
So you're getting ready to head off into the middle of nowhere on your new mountain bike, with images of extreme sports heroics and Mountain Dew commercials dancing in your head. Ignore the fact that you spend all day at the office, all night watching tv and all weekend puttering around the house. Just resting up for the big adventure, you tell yourself. All you have to do to be ready is actually purchase the bike you've had your eye on for weeks. Then you're ready to go. Think again. First of all, you need to get into shape. You may be able to pedal over the horizon, but you also need to be able to get back as well. And what happens if you fall off your bike and dent your noggin because you don't have the proper riding technique or the right helmet? Or something goes wrong with your bike. How are you going to get it back in running order? Perhaps you haven't seen The Hills Have Eyes or Deliverance, but the lesson to be learned from these movies is that wilderness has some pretty unsavory lessons in store for those who venture forth unprepared.
Before you ride down the wrong path, watch this series of film clips on mountain biking safety. Our expert takes you trough the basics of riding and shifting techniques as well as how to fix your chain and other common repairs. And he gives you straight answers about tire pressure and tire clips as well as the rules of trail riding. Learn everything you need to know to insure a safe return from the wild.
Mickey Denoncourt Mickey Denoncourt received a degree in applied physiology from Hampshire College in Amherst, Massachusetts. Mickey is a Category 3 road racer, Semi-professional DH mountain bike racer and avid BMX bike racer. He owns Spooky Bikes.dkdk
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