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If you've set out to know everything about mountain biking (or mountain biking), then you're probably wondering how to learn the basics of mountain biking as a beginner? In this article, we'll give you some tips on how to learn to mountain bike safely by improving your technique little by little.
Basics of Mountain Biking
You are about to begin mountain biking. With some trepidation, you're probably wondering what basics to learn when you first start mountain biking. We'll give you some answers here.
Once you've purchased your mountain bike, you'll need to set it up properly (seat height, tire inflation, etc.) before you set out to assault the surroundings. To avoid getting stuck in the middle of the mountains, it may be helpful to practice repairing a flat. To do this, always carry a repair kit with you on your rides.
Once you've taken these technical considerations into account, all that's left to do is get on your mountain bike and head out for your first ride. Choose an easy route for your first time: you'll quickly realize that mountain biking is a demanding sport. Over time, as you gain confidence and riding technique, you'll be able to venture out a little further and incorporate technical sections into your rides.
To choose the right trajectories, don't fix your gaze at your front wheel, but far ahead. Otherwise, you won't have time to avoid obstacles (roots, rocks, etc.) which could cause you to fall.
Basics of Downhill Mountain Biking
Downhill riding is often the aspect of mountain biking that impresses beginner mountain bikers the most. Yet, with a few tricks, it's entirely possible to master downhill mountain biking basics to feel more comfortable and enjoy yourself.
To achieve a safe downhill ride, the first thing to master is braking. For a quick reaction, always keep a finger on the brake levers. And always keep in mind that when you use the front brake, it causes mass to be transferred forward. So, to avoid going over the handlebars, you'll need to balance your braking between front and rear. Likewise, to maintain maximum grip, avoid over-braking with the rear brake or your rear wheel will skid.
To ensure a better center of gravity, also don't hesitate to lower your seat before tackling a descent. This will allow you to distribute your weight more easily to the back of the bike, moving your butt slightly back from your saddle, standing on the pedals and with your arms nearly straight.
Finally, it is crucial to control your speed. If you ride too fast, it is obvious that you will not be in control of your bike. But, on the other hand, if you ride too slowly, you will have more difficulty in overcoming obstacles (roots, rocks, etc.) that you will encounter on your way and you may even fall because, instead of overcoming them, your front wheel may bump into them.
Technique for learning to jump on a mountain bike
Who hasn't dreamed of achieving a jump on a bike? To make it happen, there are techniques to learn how to mountain bike jump.
To build confidence and reassurance, it's important to go gradually and start with small jumps.
Before you take the plunge, in order to succeed with your jump, you need to analyze your environment. Defining your trajectory is key, as is arriving perpendicular to the obstacle, pedals level, with some speed. Before the jump phase, you should then bend your arms and legs while applying pressure to the ground and then, like a spring, stretch your arms and legs simultaneously while holding the handlebars firmly and looking as far away as possible. Finally, bending your arms and legs slightly will help cushion the landing during which both wheels must touch the ground at the same time to avoid falling.
Learning Mountain Bike Trials
Learning Mountain Bike Trials can be a great way to improve your mountain biking technique and gain better control of your bike to take on your surroundings.
Through a few simple exercises, you can learn to control your balance, both at idle and at rest, which can be useful during your mountain biking, no matter what discipline (cross-country, enduro, etc.) you choose.
Learning to lift your front wheel, in addition to impressing your buddies by doing a wheelie, will also allow you to later be able to clear many of the obstacles you may encounter as you ride through the surrounding hills and mountains.
Now that you know all about the basics of mountain biking, how about learning more about the different disciplines of mountain biking and how to choose your mountain biking gear?
