Jejaring sosial adalah struktur sosial yang terdiri dari
elemen-elemen individual atau organisasi. Jejaring ini menunjukan jalan
dimana mereka berhubungan karena kesamaan sosialitas, mulai dari mereka
yang dikenal sehari-hari sampai dengan keluarga. Istilah ini
diperkenalkan oleh profesor J.A. Barnes di tahun 1954.
Jejaring sosial adalah suatu struktur sosial yang dibentuk dari
simpul-simpul (yang umumnya adalah individu atau organisasi) yang diikat
dengan satu atau lebih tipe relasi spesifik seperti nilai, visi, ide,
teman, keturunan, dll.
Jejaring sosial sebenarnya bentuk baru komunitas di Internet yang
saling terhubung dengan cepat. Ini berbeda dengan jejaring social lima
tahun yang lalu yang mungkin lebih dikenal sebagai forum diskusi , chat,
messenger atau milis dimana pola komunikasinya terbatas hanya dalam
forum tersebut saja.
There are three main controls you’ll see on MTB suspension: preload,
rebound, and compression. The latter is sometimes split into low- and
high-speed compression on top-end shocks.
Preload
Preload is the resistance the fork gives against your weight. So the
heavier you are, the more preload you’re going to need. For a shock with
a coil spring this would equate to having a heavier, or thicker spring
but for an air shock it’s simply a case of pumping in more pressure.
Compression damping
Compression damping comes from the internals of the shock and works
by regulating the flow of oil through small holes. Compression damping
only affects the shock when it’s compressing – this doesn’t affect the
preload but can appear to have a similar effect on the rear suspension.
The more compression damping you dial in (+) the slower the fork will
move through its travel. This
How to clean and lube mountain bike suspension in 2 mins
Friday, March 6, 2015
Steve Peat
Steve Peat (born 17 June 1974 in Chapeltown, South Yorkshire), nicknamed "Sheffield Steel" or more commonly just plain "Peaty", is a professional downhill mountain biker who was born and lives in Chapeltown, Sheffield, England.
Prior to his career as a professional downhill cyclist Peat was
employed as a plumber by James Lamb. He is married to Adele Croxon and
has two sons, Jake and George Peat.
3 Secret Grip Tips for Mountain Biking in Mud and Wet Conditions
How to Ride Up Stairs on a Mountain Bike: The 4 Key Tips
Monday, March 2, 2015
How to build climbing Strength and Speed
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because…
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dpuf
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because… Walking sucks
You usually pedal those tough local climbs, so if you’re tenacious
enough you’ll still want to pedal to the top even though you know you’re
using harder gears. Remember, you might fail at your first few
attempts, but that’s why it’s called a challenge! Keep positive and
keep at it. How to Do It
Simply lock-out the easiest rear gear you currently use up your local
tough and tricky climbs, so you can no longer choose that gear. Do this
by adjusting your rear derailleur limit screw as shown in these step by step photos.
If you usually use first gear – the easiest rear gear – then remove
it from selection to make your new easiest choice second gear. If you
usually use second rear gear, then adjust the limit screw to remove
first and second from selection, so that your new easiest rear gear is
third. And so on…
Simple. But why physically lock-out?
Sure, instead of physically locking out gears you could just decide
not to use them, but there’s still that temptation to shift to the
easier gears when the going gets tough.
On the other hand, purposely locking out easier gears so you can’t
use them requires a different mindset and level of commitment to the
climb. Now, with your easy options gone you’re forced to think better if
you want to make it to the top. Every on-the-fly decision you make is
now much more critical as you work to maximise your skill and strength.
Yes, maintaining momentum and traction and getting over obstacles will be harder…
But, Focus on these Key Skills and you’ll succeed
Momentum is King – don’t
attack the climb with all your might only to burn out before halfway,
but do approach the climb with as much controllable momentum as
possible.
Sure, the harder gearing will make the
climbs more difficult initially, but that’s exactly the challenge you
need. Harder gears force you to ride faster to maintain traction. And
it’s that push for greater momentum that develops your new strength and
speed, while at the same time fine-tuning your climbing technique.
Smooth pedaling – a ‘spinning’ yet smooth pedaling technique as shown in this video helps minimise wheel digging up loose climbs and avoids chain failure, while maximising momentum and continuous traction
Smooth shifting – make
all gearshifts smooth like pudding, and avoid gearshifting at critical
moments if it could cost you lost momentum or traction 22 Gear shifting Do’s and Don’ts
Traction – on super steep climbs use the ‘Chest and Nose’ technique to keep the front down and the rear gripping
Seated or unseated –
whatever gets you to the top. Either way, pedal strongly but smoothly
and be ready to switch between seated and standing in an instant, if
traction and the terrain allows. If it’s steep and loose enough, like
the Devil’s Doorstep in the video, pedaling off the seat won’t maintain the traction you need.
Look up the trail, not just in front
– looking ahead up the trail allows you to anticipate your next move.
Knowing what’s ahead in advance helps you choose the grippiest riding
line
Pick and Pace – settle
into a smooth pedaling rhythm quickly to maximise traction and keep your
heart rate more stable. Choose your 100% effort moments wisely.
Un-lock for race day –
remember to ‘unlock’ the derailleur limit screw to revert back to full
gear selection before your next mountain bike race, to keep your gear
selection options open
Super Tip – Mission impossible?
Some climbs, particularly those with lots of obstacles or tree roots,
will simply be too tough in harder gears. Have at least one attempt
though, because you just might surprise yourself!
The Devil’s Doorstep
The video climb
is STRAVA segment ‘Devil’s Doorstep’, a 24.5% average grade climb with
side-angle (camber), using 2nd gear on an XTR 2 x 10 system – approx 3rd
or 4th gear on a triple chainring system, using small chainring. Will you get better?
Absolutely. By locking out the gear you usually use you give yourself
no choice but to improve! It may take five or six rides over a two to
three week period for your body to adjust to the challenge, but it will
happen.
Soon you’ll have more power, tenacity and skill to ride up those tough climbs faster than ever before.
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dp
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because… Walking sucks
You usually pedal those tough local climbs, so if you’re tenacious
enough you’ll still want to pedal to the top even though you know you’re
using harder gears. Remember, you might fail at your first few
attempts, but that’s why it’s called a challenge! Keep positive and
keep at it. How to Do It
Simply lock-out the easiest rear gear you currently use up your local
tough and tricky climbs, so you can no longer choose that gear. Do this
by adjusting your rear derailleur limit screw as shown in these step by step photos.
If you usually use first gear – the easiest rear gear – then remove
it from selection to make your new easiest choice second gear. If you
usually use second rear gear, then adjust the limit screw to remove
first and second from selection, so that your new easiest rear gear is
third. And so on…
Simple. But why physically lock-out?
Sure, instead of physically locking out gears you could just decide
not to use them, but there’s still that temptation to shift to the
easier gears when the going gets tough.
On the other hand, purposely locking out easier gears so you can’t
use them requires a different mindset and level of commitment to the
climb. Now, with your easy options gone you’re forced to think better if
you want to make it to the top. Every on-the-fly decision you make is
now much more critical as you work to maximise your skill and strength.
Yes, maintaining momentum and traction and getting over obstacles will be harder…
But, Focus on these Key Skills and you’ll succeed
Momentum is King – don’t
attack the climb with all your might only to burn out before halfway,
but do approach the climb with as much controllable momentum as
possible.
Sure, the harder gearing will make the
climbs more difficult initially, but that’s exactly the challenge you
need. Harder gears force you to ride faster to maintain traction. And
it’s that push for greater momentum that develops your new strength and
speed, while at the same time fine-tuning your climbing technique.
Smooth pedaling – a ‘spinning’ yet smooth pedaling technique as shown in this video helps minimise wheel digging up loose climbs and avoids chain failure, while maximising momentum and continuous traction
Smooth shifting – make
all gearshifts smooth like pudding, and avoid gearshifting at critical
moments if it could cost you lost momentum or traction 22 Gear shifting Do’s and Don’ts
Traction – on super steep climbs use the ‘Chest and Nose’ technique to keep the front down and the rear gripping
Seated or unseated –
whatever gets you to the top. Either way, pedal strongly but smoothly
and be ready to switch between seated and standing in an instant, if
traction and the terrain allows. If it’s steep and loose enough, like
the Devil’s Doorstep in the video, pedaling off the seat won’t maintain the traction you need.
Look up the trail, not just in front
– looking ahead up the trail allows you to anticipate your next move.
Knowing what’s ahead in advance helps you choose the grippiest riding
line
Pick and Pace – settle
into a smooth pedaling rhythm quickly to maximise traction and keep your
heart rate more stable. Choose your 100% effort moments wisely.
Un-lock for race day –
remember to ‘unlock’ the derailleur limit screw to revert back to full
gear selection before your next mountain bike race, to keep your gear
selection options open
Super Tip – Mission impossible?
Some climbs, particularly those with lots of obstacles or tree roots,
will simply be too tough in harder gears. Have at least one attempt
though, because you just might surprise yourself!
The Devil’s Doorstep
The video climb
is STRAVA segment ‘Devil’s Doorstep’, a 24.5% average grade climb with
side-angle (camber), using 2nd gear on an XTR 2 x 10 system – approx 3rd
or 4th gear on a triple chainring system, using small chainring. Will you get better?
Absolutely. By locking out the gear you usually use you give yourself
no choice but to improve! It may take five or six rides over a two to
three week period for your body to adjust to the challenge, but it will
happen.
Soon you’ll have more power, tenacity and skill to ride up those tough climbs faster than ever before.
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dpuf
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because… Walking sucks
You usually pedal those tough local climbs, so if you’re tenacious
enough you’ll still want to pedal to the top even though you know you’re
using harder gears. Remember, you might fail at your first few
attempts, but that’s why it’s called a challenge! Keep positive and
keep at it. How to Do It
Simply lock-out the easiest rear gear you currently use up your local
tough and tricky climbs, so you can no longer choose that gear. Do this
by adjusting your rear derailleur limit screw as shown in these step by step photos.
If you usually use first gear – the easiest rear gear – then remove
it from selection to make your new easiest choice second gear. If you
usually use second rear gear, then adjust the limit screw to remove
first and second from selection, so that your new easiest rear gear is
third. And so on…
Simple. But why physically lock-out?
Sure, instead of physically locking out gears you could just decide
not to use them, but there’s still that temptation to shift to the
easier gears when the going gets tough.
On the other hand, purposely locking out easier gears so you can’t
use them requires a different mindset and level of commitment to the
climb. Now, with your easy options gone you’re forced to think better if
you want to make it to the top. Every on-the-fly decision you make is
now much more critical as you work to maximise your skill and strength.
Yes, maintaining momentum and traction and getting over obstacles will be harder…
But, Focus on these Key Skills and you’ll succeed
Momentum is King – don’t
attack the climb with all your might only to burn out before halfway,
but do approach the climb with as much controllable momentum as
possible.
Sure, the harder gearing will make the
climbs more difficult initially, but that’s exactly the challenge you
need. Harder gears force you to ride faster to maintain traction. And
it’s that push for greater momentum that develops your new strength and
speed, while at the same time fine-tuning your climbing technique.
Smooth pedaling – a ‘spinning’ yet smooth pedaling technique as shown in this video helps minimise wheel digging up loose climbs and avoids chain failure, while maximising momentum and continuous traction
Smooth shifting – make
all gearshifts smooth like pudding, and avoid gearshifting at critical
moments if it could cost you lost momentum or traction 22 Gear shifting Do’s and Don’ts
Traction – on super steep climbs use the ‘Chest and Nose’ technique to keep the front down and the rear gripping
Seated or unseated –
whatever gets you to the top. Either way, pedal strongly but smoothly
and be ready to switch between seated and standing in an instant, if
traction and the terrain allows. If it’s steep and loose enough, like
the Devil’s Doorstep in the video, pedaling off the seat won’t maintain the traction you need.
Look up the trail, not just in front
– looking ahead up the trail allows you to anticipate your next move.
Knowing what’s ahead in advance helps you choose the grippiest riding
line
Pick and Pace – settle
into a smooth pedaling rhythm quickly to maximise traction and keep your
heart rate more stable. Choose your 100% effort moments wisely.
Un-lock for race day –
remember to ‘unlock’ the derailleur limit screw to revert back to full
gear selection before your next mountain bike race, to keep your gear
selection options open
Super Tip – Mission impossible?
Some climbs, particularly those with lots of obstacles or tree roots,
will simply be too tough in harder gears. Have at least one attempt
though, because you just might surprise yourself!
The Devil’s Doorstep
The video climb
is STRAVA segment ‘Devil’s Doorstep’, a 24.5% average grade climb with
side-angle (camber), using 2nd gear on an XTR 2 x 10 system – approx 3rd
or 4th gear on a triple chainring system, using small chainring. Will you get better?
Absolutely. By locking out the gear you usually use you give yourself
no choice but to improve! It may take five or six rides over a two to
three week period for your body to adjust to the challenge, but it will
happen.
Soon you’ll have more power, tenacity and skill to ride up those tough climbs faster than ever before.
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dpuf
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because… Walking sucks
You usually pedal those tough local climbs, so if you’re tenacious
enough you’ll still want to pedal to the top even though you know you’re
using harder gears. Remember, you might fail at your first few
attempts, but that’s why it’s called a challenge! Keep positive and
keep at it. How to Do It
Simply lock-out the easiest rear gear you currently use up your local
tough and tricky climbs, so you can no longer choose that gear. Do this
by adjusting your rear derailleur limit screw as shown in these step by step photos.
If you usually use first gear – the easiest rear gear – then remove
it from selection to make your new easiest choice second gear. If you
usually use second rear gear, then adjust the limit screw to remove
first and second from selection, so that your new easiest rear gear is
third. And so on…
Simple. But why physically lock-out?
Sure, instead of physically locking out gears you could just decide
not to use them, but there’s still that temptation to shift to the
easier gears when the going gets tough.
On the other hand, purposely locking out easier gears so you can’t
use them requires a different mindset and level of commitment to the
climb. Now, with your easy options gone you’re forced to think better if
you want to make it to the top. Every on-the-fly decision you make is
now much more critical as you work to maximise your skill and strength.
Yes, maintaining momentum and traction and getting over obstacles will be harder…
But, Focus on these Key Skills and you’ll succeed
Momentum is King – don’t
attack the climb with all your might only to burn out before halfway,
but do approach the climb with as much controllable momentum as
possible.
Sure, the harder gearing will make the
climbs more difficult initially, but that’s exactly the challenge you
need. Harder gears force you to ride faster to maintain traction. And
it’s that push for greater momentum that develops your new strength and
speed, while at the same time fine-tuning your climbing technique.
Smooth pedaling – a ‘spinning’ yet smooth pedaling technique as shown in this video helps minimise wheel digging up loose climbs and avoids chain failure, while maximising momentum and continuous traction
Smooth shifting – make
all gearshifts smooth like pudding, and avoid gearshifting at critical
moments if it could cost you lost momentum or traction 22 Gear shifting Do’s and Don’ts
Traction – on super steep climbs use the ‘Chest and Nose’ technique to keep the front down and the rear gripping
Seated or unseated –
whatever gets you to the top. Either way, pedal strongly but smoothly
and be ready to switch between seated and standing in an instant, if
traction and the terrain allows. If it’s steep and loose enough, like
the Devil’s Doorstep in the video, pedaling off the seat won’t maintain the traction you need.
Look up the trail, not just in front
– looking ahead up the trail allows you to anticipate your next move.
Knowing what’s ahead in advance helps you choose the grippiest riding
line
Pick and Pace – settle
into a smooth pedaling rhythm quickly to maximise traction and keep your
heart rate more stable. Choose your 100% effort moments wisely.
Un-lock for race day –
remember to ‘unlock’ the derailleur limit screw to revert back to full
gear selection before your next mountain bike race, to keep your gear
selection options open
Super Tip – Mission impossible?
Some climbs, particularly those with lots of obstacles or tree roots,
will simply be too tough in harder gears. Have at least one attempt
though, because you just might surprise yourself!
The Devil’s Doorstep
The video climb
is STRAVA segment ‘Devil’s Doorstep’, a 24.5% average grade climb with
side-angle (camber), using 2nd gear on an XTR 2 x 10 system – approx 3rd
or 4th gear on a triple chainring system, using small chainring. Will you get better?
Absolutely. By locking out the gear you usually use you give yourself
no choice but to improve! It may take five or six rides over a two to
three week period for your body to adjust to the challenge, but it will
happen.
Soon you’ll have more power, tenacity and skill to ride up those tough climbs faster than ever before.
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dpuf
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because… Walking sucks
You usually pedal those tough local climbs, so if you’re tenacious
enough you’ll still want to pedal to the top even though you know you’re
using harder gears. Remember, you might fail at your first few
attempts, but that’s why it’s called a challenge! Keep positive and
keep at it. How to Do It
Simply lock-out the easiest rear gear you currently use up your local
tough and tricky climbs, so you can no longer choose that gear. Do this
by adjusting your rear derailleur limit screw as shown in these step by step photos.
If you usually use first gear – the easiest rear gear – then remove
it from selection to make your new easiest choice second gear. If you
usually use second rear gear, then adjust the limit screw to remove
first and second from selection, so that your new easiest rear gear is
third. And so on…
Simple. But why physically lock-out?
Sure, instead of physically locking out gears you could just decide
not to use them, but there’s still that temptation to shift to the
easier gears when the going gets tough.
On the other hand, purposely locking out easier gears so you can’t
use them requires a different mindset and level of commitment to the
climb. Now, with your easy options gone you’re forced to think better if
you want to make it to the top. Every on-the-fly decision you make is
now much more critical as you work to maximise your skill and strength.
Yes, maintaining momentum and traction and getting over obstacles will be harder…
But, Focus on these Key Skills and you’ll succeed
Momentum is King – don’t
attack the climb with all your might only to burn out before halfway,
but do approach the climb with as much controllable momentum as
possible.
Sure, the harder gearing will make the
climbs more difficult initially, but that’s exactly the challenge you
need. Harder gears force you to ride faster to maintain traction. And
it’s that push for greater momentum that develops your new strength and
speed, while at the same time fine-tuning your climbing technique.
Smooth pedaling – a ‘spinning’ yet smooth pedaling technique as shown in this video helps minimise wheel digging up loose climbs and avoids chain failure, while maximising momentum and continuous traction
Smooth shifting – make
all gearshifts smooth like pudding, and avoid gearshifting at critical
moments if it could cost you lost momentum or traction 22 Gear shifting Do’s and Don’ts
Traction – on super steep climbs use the ‘Chest and Nose’ technique to keep the front down and the rear gripping
Seated or unseated –
whatever gets you to the top. Either way, pedal strongly but smoothly
and be ready to switch between seated and standing in an instant, if
traction and the terrain allows. If it’s steep and loose enough, like
the Devil’s Doorstep in the video, pedaling off the seat won’t maintain the traction you need.
Look up the trail, not just in front
– looking ahead up the trail allows you to anticipate your next move.
Knowing what’s ahead in advance helps you choose the grippiest riding
line
Pick and Pace – settle
into a smooth pedaling rhythm quickly to maximise traction and keep your
heart rate more stable. Choose your 100% effort moments wisely.
Un-lock for race day –
remember to ‘unlock’ the derailleur limit screw to revert back to full
gear selection before your next mountain bike race, to keep your gear
selection options open
Super Tip – Mission impossible?
Some climbs, particularly those with lots of obstacles or tree roots,
will simply be too tough in harder gears. Have at least one attempt
though, because you just might surprise yourself!
The Devil’s Doorstep
The video climb
is STRAVA segment ‘Devil’s Doorstep’, a 24.5% average grade climb with
side-angle (camber), using 2nd gear on an XTR 2 x 10 system – approx 3rd
or 4th gear on a triple chainring system, using small chainring. Will you get better?
Absolutely. By locking out the gear you usually use you give yourself
no choice but to improve! It may take five or six rides over a two to
three week period for your body to adjust to the challenge, but it will
happen.
Soon you’ll have more power, tenacity and skill to ride up those tough climbs faster than ever before.
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dpuf
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because… Walking sucks
You usually pedal those tough local climbs, so if you’re tenacious
enough you’ll still want to pedal to the top even though you know you’re
using harder gears. Remember, you might fail at your first few
attempts, but that’s why it’s called a challenge! Keep positive and
keep at it. How to Do It
Simply lock-out the easiest rear gear you currently use up your local
tough and tricky climbs, so you can no longer choose that gear. Do this
by adjusting your rear derailleur limit screw as shown in these step by step photos.
If you usually use first gear – the easiest rear gear – then remove
it from selection to make your new easiest choice second gear. If you
usually use second rear gear, then adjust the limit screw to remove
first and second from selection, so that your new easiest rear gear is
third. And so on…
Simple. But why physically lock-out?
Sure, instead of physically locking out gears you could just decide
not to use them, but there’s still that temptation to shift to the
easier gears when the going gets tough.
On the other hand, purposely locking out easier gears so you can’t
use them requires a different mindset and level of commitment to the
climb. Now, with your easy options gone you’re forced to think better if
you want to make it to the top. Every on-the-fly decision you make is
now much more critical as you work to maximise your skill and strength.
Yes, maintaining momentum and traction and getting over obstacles will be harder…
But, Focus on these Key Skills and you’ll succeed
Momentum is King – don’t
attack the climb with all your might only to burn out before halfway,
but do approach the climb with as much controllable momentum as
possible.
Sure, the harder gearing will make the
climbs more difficult initially, but that’s exactly the challenge you
need. Harder gears force you to ride faster to maintain traction. And
it’s that push for greater momentum that develops your new strength and
speed, while at the same time fine-tuning your climbing technique.
Smooth pedaling – a ‘spinning’ yet smooth pedaling technique as shown in this video helps minimise wheel digging up loose climbs and avoids chain failure, while maximising momentum and continuous traction
Smooth shifting – make
all gearshifts smooth like pudding, and avoid gearshifting at critical
moments if it could cost you lost momentum or traction 22 Gear shifting Do’s and Don’ts
Traction – on super steep climbs use the ‘Chest and Nose’ technique to keep the front down and the rear gripping
Seated or unseated –
whatever gets you to the top. Either way, pedal strongly but smoothly
and be ready to switch between seated and standing in an instant, if
traction and the terrain allows. If it’s steep and loose enough, like
the Devil’s Doorstep in the video, pedaling off the seat won’t maintain the traction you need.
Look up the trail, not just in front
– looking ahead up the trail allows you to anticipate your next move.
Knowing what’s ahead in advance helps you choose the grippiest riding
line
Pick and Pace – settle
into a smooth pedaling rhythm quickly to maximise traction and keep your
heart rate more stable. Choose your 100% effort moments wisely.
Un-lock for race day –
remember to ‘unlock’ the derailleur limit screw to revert back to full
gear selection before your next mountain bike race, to keep your gear
selection options open
Super Tip – Mission impossible?
Some climbs, particularly those with lots of obstacles or tree roots,
will simply be too tough in harder gears. Have at least one attempt
though, because you just might surprise yourself!
The Devil’s Doorstep
The video climb
is STRAVA segment ‘Devil’s Doorstep’, a 24.5% average grade climb with
side-angle (camber), using 2nd gear on an XTR 2 x 10 system – approx 3rd
or 4th gear on a triple chainring system, using small chainring. Will you get better?
Absolutely. By locking out the gear you usually use you give yourself
no choice but to improve! It may take five or six rides over a two to
three week period for your body to adjust to the challenge, but it will
happen.
Soon you’ll have more power, tenacity and skill to ride up those tough climbs faster than ever before.
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dpuf
Here’s
one simple way to build leg strength and speed for mountain bike
climbs, and improve your climbing technique at the same time.
If you’re the type of mountain biker who is starting to find your toughest local climbs easier, then this tip is for you.
Rather than only becoming as strong and skilled as your trails need
you to be, this tip helps you blast up the climbs and become better by
making the climbs harder still. All it takes is five or six rides over a
two to three week period and you’ll have more climbing strength, speed
and skill than ever before.
And this tips works. Why? Because this tip gives you no other choice but to become better! And because… Walking sucks
You usually pedal those tough local climbs, so if you’re tenacious
enough you’ll still want to pedal to the top even though you know you’re
using harder gears. Remember, you might fail at your first few
attempts, but that’s why it’s called a challenge! Keep positive and
keep at it. How to Do It
Simply lock-out the easiest rear gear you currently use up your local
tough and tricky climbs, so you can no longer choose that gear. Do this
by adjusting your rear derailleur limit screw as shown in these step by step photos.
If you usually use first gear – the easiest rear gear – then remove
it from selection to make your new easiest choice second gear. If you
usually use second rear gear, then adjust the limit screw to remove
first and second from selection, so that your new easiest rear gear is
third. And so on…
Simple. But why physically lock-out?
Sure, instead of physically locking out gears you could just decide
not to use them, but there’s still that temptation to shift to the
easier gears when the going gets tough.
On the other hand, purposely locking out easier gears so you can’t
use them requires a different mindset and level of commitment to the
climb. Now, with your easy options gone you’re forced to think better if
you want to make it to the top. Every on-the-fly decision you make is
now much more critical as you work to maximise your skill and strength.
Yes, maintaining momentum and traction and getting over obstacles will be harder…
But, Focus on these Key Skills and you’ll succeed
Momentum is King – don’t
attack the climb with all your might only to burn out before halfway,
but do approach the climb with as much controllable momentum as
possible.
Sure, the harder gearing will make the
climbs more difficult initially, but that’s exactly the challenge you
need. Harder gears force you to ride faster to maintain traction. And
it’s that push for greater momentum that develops your new strength and
speed, while at the same time fine-tuning your climbing technique.
Smooth pedaling – a ‘spinning’ yet smooth pedaling technique as shown in this video helps minimise wheel digging up loose climbs and avoids chain failure, while maximising momentum and continuous traction
Smooth shifting – make
all gearshifts smooth like pudding, and avoid gearshifting at critical
moments if it could cost you lost momentum or traction 22 Gear shifting Do’s and Don’ts
Traction – on super steep climbs use the ‘Chest and Nose’ technique to keep the front down and the rear gripping
Seated or unseated –
whatever gets you to the top. Either way, pedal strongly but smoothly
and be ready to switch between seated and standing in an instant, if
traction and the terrain allows. If it’s steep and loose enough, like
the Devil’s Doorstep in the video, pedaling off the seat won’t maintain the traction you need.
Look up the trail, not just in front
– looking ahead up the trail allows you to anticipate your next move.
Knowing what’s ahead in advance helps you choose the grippiest riding
line
Pick and Pace – settle
into a smooth pedaling rhythm quickly to maximise traction and keep your
heart rate more stable. Choose your 100% effort moments wisely.
Un-lock for race day –
remember to ‘unlock’ the derailleur limit screw to revert back to full
gear selection before your next mountain bike race, to keep your gear
selection options open
Super Tip – Mission impossible?
Some climbs, particularly those with lots of obstacles or tree roots,
will simply be too tough in harder gears. Have at least one attempt
though, because you just might surprise yourself!
The Devil’s Doorstep
The video climb
is STRAVA segment ‘Devil’s Doorstep’, a 24.5% average grade climb with
side-angle (camber), using 2nd gear on an XTR 2 x 10 system – approx 3rd
or 4th gear on a triple chainring system, using small chainring. Will you get better?
Absolutely. By locking out the gear you usually use you give yourself
no choice but to improve! It may take five or six rides over a two to
three week period for your body to adjust to the challenge, but it will
happen.
Soon you’ll have more power, tenacity and skill to ride up those tough climbs faster than ever before.
- See more at:
http://www.mtbtips.com/advanced-mountain-biking-tips/how-to-build-strength-and-speed-for-climbing-on-a-mountain-bike/#sthash.WVA6GKuo.dpuf
How to climb roots on a mountain bike in 3 easy steps
Learn how to climb roots on a mountain bike in 3 easy steps using the
rarely-told Saddle Stop mountain bike climbing technique. You'll climb
over uphill roots, ledges, rocks and logs with more speed, traction and
control than you ever thought possible.
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How To Manual Your Bike Like A Pro
Manualling a mountain bike is a really useful skill to get you out of trouble.
Use our guide to help you determine your perfect size of mountain bike.
Mountain bike sizing: what size bike do I need?
Use our guide to help you determine your perfect size of mountain bike.
Choosing the correct size of bike is one of the
most important decisions you'll make. Don't buy until you've read our
advice so you can get the perfect mountain bike set-up for maximum comfort and a reduced chance of injury.
A bike that fits correctly is a joy to ride, while one that's too
small can cause handling problems and be uncomfortable on longer rides.
Read on for some advice on what frame size to go for, especially if
you're in any doubt about it.
We all come in different shapes and sizes, so we recommend using the
information below as a starting point and a guide. This diagram will
help explain the anatomy of a mountain bike.
Most suspension forks will have a set of dials that allow you to adjust how they work.
Getting these settings correct is essential to maintaining your
fork's performance and ensuring you have the most comfortable ride
possible.
Suspension fork controls
There are three main controls you’ll see on mountain bike suspension:
preload, rebound, and compression, which is sometimes split into
low-speed and high-speed compression on high-end forks.
Preload
Preload is the resistance the fork gives against your weight. So the
heavier you are, the more preload you’ll need. For a fork with a coil
spring, this would equate to having a stiffer spring, but for an air
fork it’s simply a case of pumping in more pressure.
Jumping
both wheels off the ground at once will help you out of some tight jams
and over many obstacles – whether you’re in the forest or the city.
Steps: 1. Start out by trying to hop over a line on the ground, then move to a thin stick and progress from there. 2. Keep your cranks horizontal. 3. Angle the toes of your back foot toward the ground and keep your
knees bent. This position looks similar to a sprinter crouching in the
blocks. 4. Lean your upper body over the handlebars and keep your weight centered. (Image 1)
Clipless pedals are sometimes referred to as
clipping in because they use a special cleat attached to the sole of a
cycling specific shoe to clip into a pedal. Clipless pedals help a rider
directly transfer energy from the foot to the pedal, and the adjustable
cleats can help a rider maintain proper alignment and avoid injury. SPD
or Shimano Pedalling Dynamic was introduced by Shimano as a smaller
cleat that fits into the recessed part of a cycling shoe, allowing for
increased mobility for walking on the shoe. The pedal is available in
both road and mountain bike styles.
Step 1
Install the bike cleats that are included with the
pedals. Notice that each cleat has an arrow on it. This should be
installed with the arrow facing the top or toe of the shoe.
Are you scared of jumping? There’s a good reason for it.
There’s always a mental barrier. It’s
called self-preservation. It’s always better to show a little respect
than breaking your skull. You can improve your skill either by
practicing on smaller jumps or by watching better bikers riding them.
The best is to do both. So let’s go!
1) How to drop
First of all you have to choose the right speed. Speed is one of the
most important aspects of a drop. The faster you go, the less effort it
will cost you. But never overshoot! It’s better to see someone else
nailing the drop. Approach the drop at exactly the same speed as the
more experienced guy. Soon you’ll learn to judge the speed by
yourselves.
Many times, it is easier to go over an obstacle
than around it. Adding this move to your skill range expands your
options when you need to make a split second decision. Also, it can save
your bones for damage.
1. Front wheel over the obstacle
These instructions work well for objects less than half a meter tall.
Approach the obstacle at medium speed in the attack position (knees
bent, elbows out, butt off the saddle). Start your move at a distance
equal to the obstacle. If it’s half a meter high, the right moment is
about the same distance in front of it.
Corners are important! Get them right and
everything becomes easier. Fail to master them and everything on the
trail will be harder.
We’ll learn how to go through flat corners and bermed ones. When you
take these techniques out on the trail, remember that practice makes
perfect. If you’re lucky enough to have a trail network or bike park
near to you, get out there and ride as much as you can. You’ll soon
build up your skills and before you know it, you’ll be carving like a
pro.
1. Flat Turns
The first step is a flat turn. Braking is required before you start
the turn, there is only a limited amount of grip available to the tyres
at any one time. Braking whilst turning leaves less grip for the tyres
to get you around the corner. Brake smoothly, release the lever gently to help stabilize the bike before turning. This gives better cornering control. Leaning the bike into the corner will help it to turn. But how?
A steep downhill can look forbidding, but it is easier to
ride than to walk down because feet slip and don’t have brakes. Once
you are on a bike, you have technology on your side.
With steep descents, the hardest thing is to overcome your own fear.
The key moment is when the front wheel crosses the edge. You must move
your weight all the way behind the saddle to the rear wheel. You also
need a light hand on the brake and a straight riding line that will help
you to keep the handlebars square.
