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5 Ways that Lift-Served Downhill Mountain Biking Can Make YOU a Better Rider
Like most of you, I am not a downhill racer. In fact, the thought of barreling down a steep line littered with rocks and roots often terrifies me. The first season I was invited to ride a downhill course with friends I declined, worried that I would not be able to keep up, or worse, that …
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Update: MTB Skills Instructor Loses £3 Million Court Case to Paralyzed Student
The mountain bike skills instructor in the UK who was sued by a paralyzed student has lost the case, with the judge deeming him “80% to blame.” According to an article in the Eastern Daily Press, Mr MacLean had given Mr Ahmed false confidence in his abilities despite warning signs that the hill would be too …
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Watch: Top 5 MTB Skills to Practice in the Street
Mountain bike skills don’t always need to be perfected on the hill. Here are Neil’s top 5 MTB skills you can practice on the streets.
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Watch: How To Ride Loose Turns
Grip is hard to find but think about good line choice and body position to stay upright when the bike wants to slide away from you.
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Watch: How to Ride Steep Rock Slabs
Rock slabs are great fun to ride and can be found from in the bike park, trail centers, or even out on natural terrain. Scott takes us through his top tips on how to ride them.
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