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Mountain Biking for Beginners: Video Series

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Get maintenance and safety tips if you're just starting out as a mountain biker in this free video series on mountain biking lesson for beginners.

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  1. Learn mountain biking basics, including bike safety and maintenance, in this free video series on mountain biking lesson for beginners.

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  2. Learn where to find mountain biking gear, such as repair tools, first-aid kits and proper attire, in this free video series on mountain biking lesson for beginners.

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  3. Learn what to wear in bad weather in order to stay safe, warm and dry in this free video series on mountain biking lesson for beginners.

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  4. Learn what tools you should bring while mountain biking, including safety gear, repair tools, food and more, in this free video series on mountain biking.

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  5. Choosing the right safety gear for your mountain biking excursion, like a helmet, gloves and jersey, are discussed in this free video series.

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  6. A lycra liner that compresses your quadriceps and provides you with padding will give you the proper fit in your shorts while mountain biking. Learn more in this free video series.

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  7. 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.

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  8. Learn how difficult mountain biking is and how to establish what level of rider you are in this free video series on mountain biking.

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  9. Learn how to brake when mountain biking in this free video on mountain bikes for beginners.

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  10. Learn how to shift smoothly and easily while you're mountain biking is discussed in this free video series on mountain biking.

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  11. Learn bike trail courtesy and etiquette while you ride along public trails. Right of ways and how to communicate with other bikers is discussed in this free video series on mountain biking.

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  12. Learn how to mountain bike down hills while still maintaining your balance and control in this free video series on mountain biking.

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  13. Mountain bikes require new tubes if your rear tire experiences a blowout or becomes too compressed. Learn more in this free video series.

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  14. Sometimes glass, thorns, rocks or other objects can tear a mountain bike's tire. Determine where the flat came from and then learn how to fix it in this free video series.

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  15. Learn how to accelerate on a mountain bike to gain speed and up your momentum in this free video series on mountain biking.

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Mountain biking is not only a fun hobby but it can also be a great cardiovascular workout. Biking through rough terrain and shrubbery on driven trails is a test of stamina and requires conscious awareness of one's surroundings at all times. The modern sport of biking primarily originated in the 1970's and has gotten more and more popular since then. Today it is more popular than ever. With the health boom of the late 90's cycling has gained massive momentum as a legitimate sport.

In this free video series, watch as mountain biking professional Aaron Phillips teaches mountain biking for beginners. Learn what gear to get, what to wear in bad weather, what tools to bring, how to shift and turn a mountain bike, how to brake on a mountain bike, how to change a flat tire on a mountain bike, how to accelerate on a mountain bike, how to bike down hill, and how to accelerate on a mountain bike. Mountain biking is a great form of exercise and fun at all different skill levels. Let the experts at ExpertVillage help you get started mountain biking today!

 
About the Presenter

Aaron Phillips Aaron Phillips teaches at the University of Utah and has lead several bike tours. He's also logged multiple wins as a cross-country racer. Phillips recently returned from a self-supported six-week bike tour from his home in Utah to Virginia.dkdk

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