Bike down the mountain like a pro! Learn the basics of downhill mountain biking & trail riding, including how to change a flat tire, adjust bike brakes & gears, and tips on bicycle safety and gear.
Make sure you are riding right. Learn about the proper positioning for mountain bikes for riding downhill trails in this free online video.
Downhill biking techniques. Learn how to descend trails on a mountain bike for riding downhill trails in this free online video.
What to bring on biking trip. Learn about the many different types of mountain bike gear for riding downhill trails in this free online video.
Make sure your bike stops in time. Learn how to make minor brake & gear adjustments to your mountain bike.
Learn how to choose a mountain bike helmet for riding downhill trails in this free online video on mountain biking basics.
Choose the right bike for you. Learn how to choose a mountain bike for riding downhill trails in this free video on mountain biking basics.
Knobby tires or not? Learn how to choose mountain bike tires for riding downhill trails in this video on mountain biking basics.
Don't let a flat put an end to your trip. Learn how to fix a flat bike tire quickly on the trail in this free online video on mountain biking basics.
Ride over instead of around! Learn how to lift the front wheel of a mountain bike to avoid obstacles in this free online video.
Bike up mountains the easy way. Learn climbing techniques for riding a mountain bike on uphill trails in this free online video.
Stay safe on the bike trail. Learn mountain bike safety for riding downhill trails in this free online video on mountain biking basics.
What should you bring on your biking trip. Learn how to a pre-ride checklist for riding downhill trails on a mountain bike in this free online video.
Food and Drinks for your bike trip. Learn how to choose the right mountain biking equipment for riding downhill trails in this free online video on mountain biking basics.
Bike tire changing tips. Learn how to remove the front wheel of a mountain bike for storage or transporting in this free online video.
The right mountain bike pedal can make all the difference. Learn how to choose clipless pedals for a mountain bike and use them for riding downhill trails in this free online video on mountain biking basics.
Summary: Mountain biking may seem like an extreme sport, but even a beginner can easily get started with mountain biking after watching this video. First you’ll learn how to pick out proper mountain biking gear, including gloves, apparel, safety equipment, bike repair tools, and shoes. Then you’ll learn the most important part of getting started in mountain biking – how to pick out the right mountain bike for you.Once you have the right equipment, a professional mountain bike instructor will teach you about ascending, descending, climbing obstacles, and some mountain biking safety tips you might need when you’re out on the trail. You’ll also learn some basic mountain bike maintenance tips, like hour to repair a flat tire on the trail, a common occurrence on rough mountain bike trails.
Expert: Debbie Main teaches classes in mountain biking at a state university and is an avid mountain biking enthusiast.