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How To Mountain Bike
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How To Mountain Bike

Your Step by Step Guide To Mountain Biking
Created byHowExpert
Last updated 7/2020
English

What you'll learn

  • How To Mountain Bike
  • Mountain Biking
  • Mountain Biking Tips
  • Mountain Biking Lessons

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Course content

1 section • 11 lectures • 50m total length

  • Introduction0:14

    Begin your mountain biking journey with a step-by-step guide to mountain biking, presented by How Expert Press and narrated by Jason Lovett.

  • Part 11:29

    Experience mountain biking as a fun outdoor activity that keeps you fit and teaches caution on descents and rocks. Compare bikes: lightweight full-suspension versus entry-level hardtail, with speed and control.

  • Part 24:59

    Explore test rides to compare bike types and components, learn sizing by seat-tube measurements, and review frame materials from steel, aluminum, and carbon fiber.

  • Part 32:35

    Explore mountain bike anatomy and varieties, from cross-country and free-ride to single-speed, entero, downhill, and dirt-jump bikes, covering parts such as handlebar, brake, derailer, chain, gears, suspension, and frame geometry.

  • Part 411:44

    Explore essential mountain biking gear and safety practices, from moisture-wicking clothing and padding to helmets, hydration systems, pumps, lubrication, lighting, gloves, and night riding strategies.

  • Part 55:29

    Commit to a line, think two to three moves ahead, and look beyond obstacles; shift to a light gear on sand or mud, relax, and ride smoothly.

  • Part 611:56

    Optimize cadence and gear selection to climb and descend smoothly, targeting about 95 rpm and shifting before obstacles. Use controlled braking, helmet use, and follow an imaginary line on descents.

  • Part 70:48

    Perform a mountain bike maintenance checklist: check tire pressure and remove puncture objects, lubricate cables and chain, inspect brake pads, and keep cranks and chain rust-free to prevent slippage.

  • Part 80:57

    Navigate unpredictable terrain on mountain bike trails by identifying paved, hard, and rocky sections, staying relaxed, shifting weight, picking a line, and committing to your path.

  • Part 95:54

    Build fitness for mountain biking by conditioning your body for tough tracks. Fuel with carb loading and protein intake before, during, and after cross-country rides to maximize glycogen and endurance.

  • Part 103:58

    Explore bike rack types for car trips, including trunk, hitch, spare-tire, roof, curb, and standalone options. Learn to securely install racks and adjust strap tension for easy family biking.

Requirements

  • No experience necessary - All levels welcome - Beginners, Intermediate, & Advanced

Description

If you want to learn the basics about mountain biking by an everyday expert, then get this step-by-step guide.

In this no-fluff, short, and straight-to-the-point and step-by-step guide, you will discover the tips and tricks on how to mountain bike the right way.

  • How to mountain bike the right way

  • Mountain biking jumping secrets revealed

  • Bunny hop mountain bike tricks

  • Wheelie mountain biking tips

  • How to ride the mountain bike on trails

  • How to ride the mountain bike on rocky terrain

  • Step-by-step mountain biking techniques

  • Gear shifting tricks explained

  • How to choose the right helmet for mountain biking

  • How to choose the right clothing for mountain biking

  • How to choose the right mountain bike for yourself

  • Different type of mountain bikes explained

  • How to stay in great shape for mountain biking

  • How to maintain your mountain bike the easy and affordable way


Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction to Mountain Biking.

Chapter 2: Test Yourself

The Right Bike.

Frame Material

Steel Alloys.

Aluminum Alloys.

Chapter 3: Parts of a Mountain Bike.

Different types of Mountain Bicycles.

The Cross-Country Mountain Bike.

Free ride Mountain Bike.

Single-Speed Mountain Bike.

Chapter 4: Equipment

Clothing.

Accessories.

Helmet

Helmet Care Tips

Hydration System.

Pump.

Floor Pumps.

Frame-fit Pumps.

Mini-pumps.

Shock pump.

Saddle bag.

Lubricating Oil

Light Oil

Waterproof Grease.

Speedometer.

Multi-tools.

Eyewear/ Sunglasses/ Goggles.

Lighting system (for night rides)

Chapter 5: Techniques.

Gear Shifting.

Gear Shifting Advice and Tips.

Chapter 6: Cadence.

Bike Tricks.

Wheelie.

Endo or Stoppie.

Pumping.

Bunny Hop.

Jumping.

Uphill / Climbing.

Downhill / Descending.

Braking.

Chapter 7: Maintenance Checklist

Tires.

Brakes.

Cranks and chain.

Chapter 8: Terrains.

Trails.

Rocky Terrain.

Chapter 9: Your Body.

What to eat?.

Carbohydrate Loading: Nutrition for Mountain Biking.

Training Considerations for Mountain Biking.

Developing Muscle Power.

Chapter 10: Different Types of Bike Rack.

Trunk Mount

Hitch Mount

Spare Tire Mount

Bike Stand (standalone racks)

Curb Racks.

Roof Racks

Who this course is for:

  • Mountain Bikers & Enthusiasts

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