Clearly, Rich has pitched this tutorial at people who are either learning for the first time, or have confused themselves with the huge amount of info out there and need to go back to basics. There are lots of 'cornering for dummies' videos on RU-vid, but what makes The Ride Series stands out is the packaging and presenting of information so it 'lands' with the intended audience. I've seen loads of RU-vidrs covering drops, jumps etc., but often it's often only when Rich is barking his comedy drill-sergeant instructions that it finally clicks. So thanks for this tutorial Rich. I think you could continue to make more and more videos revisiting different, specific, aspects of the same skills and still pick up viewers. For every skill, 99% of the RU-vid tutorial are bland overviews covering exactly the same things without really thinking about how best to explain it to a learner and without delving into the all-important 'nuance' which needs to be cracked if you're going to succeed. So for example, if you did an entire tutorial focusing only on hand pressure on the bars whilst wheelying, I think you'd be surprised at how many of us would be all over it. (I picked that example as I've got a lot to say about it from a learner's perspective - basing your tutorials on the real-life trials and tribulations of genuine dumb-asses is a good way to make sure you're pitching them at the right level.)
Hey Erik! Thanks for that input. We're gonna make that happen soon, but I think it's important to realize that we will talk about the exact same things in that video. What will change is how we apply for the given circumstances. People seem to want to focus on switch backs and tight turns, but they haven't taken the time to dial in the basics on simpler turns like these.
Awesome video! One suggestion, I know we all know it, but your faithful followers are disappointed when you don't say it... "Are you ready???" The lead in was so good too... and then it never happened😂
Could you do a video on turning on tight flat switch backs where you are peddling and not able to just go with the downhill flow? Thanks ! Love all the videos!
Great Video! I too love the bentonville area and ride there often. What trails do you recommend to those who ride in bentonville that are great trails to learn and apply the turning techniques you have talked about. I’d love to try those things you have talked about on trails that truly offer the riding experience to work on these techniques. Again great video and presentation. You were highly recommended by a staffer in a Trek store in Dallas and he was definitely right with his recommendation!! Thanks guys for a job well done!!
I learned all that at the clinic but our trails in Florida don't have the long sweeping turns. Most are short choppy hidden switch back type turns. You really don't have time to set up some times with feet down in those cases what do you do? I try to keep as much weight on the front tire as I can and get as wide as possible. Next time you guys are down maybe you have time to try some and see.
Interesting, Jess’ epiphany about extending the turn is exactly opposite of what I think my problem is. When I’m following people faster than me, I get aggravated as it appears they are finished turning and ready for what’s next while I’m still leaning through the original turn. Especially on fast loose trails like the B40….I need a lesson perhaps!
