Sadly there are a lot of eMTB riders out there that can't climb, and blame either their tyres or pedal crank length, when it is in fact their own poor teqnique and forward planning and bike preparation, example being over inflated tyres. This is all something that I frequently see and excuses that I have to listen to when out on group rides. Hopefully some might see this clip, and learn something from it. Just one thing to add in respect of the clip. If in doubt, walk up it first.
Don't agree at all with dropping the seat down for climbs of any length. Your legs can't work efficiently. Although you can't move backwards forwards that much I found that it only takes subtle forward/rearward movements to get the traction/keep the front down. I guess ultimately it depends on the length and steepness of the climb. Perhaps on short/steep climbs putting the seat down (a little) would help. But for longer climbs where gradient isn't extreme keep the seat up!
7:20 Seat down climbing? Hell no, unless you want to wreck your knees. 8:19 you can do that with seat in right position too since you are lifting off seat and leaning forward.
I've found that selecting the the gear needed for the most difficult section to start with rather than waiting till that point works out much better, you may have a higher cadence on the easier bits but when you need it the most you're already there. Also the skill of becoming comfortable with the bike sliding around underneath you while pedaling up is a good one. A lot of my moto-trials skills really come out on tech climbs.
I know youre a dirtbike rider as well and so am I, I was always a good climber and for me its looking ahead..read the obstacle after the one you are approaching so you can know what speed you will need, you may need enough speed to coast ovee a step as the pedals may strike or the wheel will spin under power. I always quickly look right to the top after every difficult bit, it keeps you focused on the goal..if you ride looking right in front of the wheel, you'll never make it. You need a mental map of the entire climb.
Steve, how's about a developing a dedicated super steep, techie e-bike climb at a bike park or trail centre? Are there any out there or could it be a world first?
So I follow you a little while now. (and gmbn also). Can you gals and guys explain the difference in techniques whit the hardtail and full suspensions? I mostly see you guys ride the full suspensions.
Trails need signs to designate downhill, uphill, or both! Ebikers are increasingly blocking descending riders, and right-of-way is unclear and a matter of etiquette. Please do a video on how this is being/should be addressed.
Where do you ride? I have rode trails in 39 different(us) states as well as 2 Canadian provinces and Mexico and have not seen this problem...I did have to stop and help a guy out that wore himself out slumping his (non-powered) MTB up a big incline (he didn't have any water and was wearing street shoes 😱) but honestly, I have not seen this yet...
I sometimes do it, but only on trails i know. I look extra far ahead and if someone is coming downhill i go to the side. Still there is a risk that your desision hurts someone else, thats why i dont do it that offen.
imba says uphill has the right of way but whatever works on the trail for you. Having an ebike means that I usually give anyone up or down space but if you are going my direction and do not pull aside when safe I will pass you anyway I can.
Do you have any tips to add? Let us know! 👇
Sadly there are a lot of eMTB riders out there that can't climb, and blame either their tyres or pedal crank length, when it is in fact their own poor teqnique and forward planning and bike preparation, example being over inflated tyres. This is all something that I frequently see and excuses that I have to listen to when out on group rides. Hopefully some might see this clip, and learn something from it. Just one thing to add in respect of the clip. If in doubt, walk up it first.
Don't agree at all with dropping the seat down for climbs of any length. Your legs can't work efficiently. Although you can't move backwards forwards that much I found that it only takes subtle forward/rearward movements to get the traction/keep the front down. I guess ultimately it depends on the length and steepness of the climb. Perhaps on short/steep climbs putting the seat down (a little) would help. But for longer climbs where gradient isn't extreme keep the seat up!
Electric Mountain Bike Network Hi! What kind of Shorty do you use on that beauty S-Works? (DD, exo?)
7:20 Seat down climbing? Hell no, unless you want to wreck your knees. 8:19 you can do that with seat in right position too since you are lifting off seat and leaning forward.
I've found that selecting the the gear needed for the most difficult section to start with rather than waiting till that point works out much better, you may have a higher cadence on the easier bits but when you need it the most you're already there. Also the skill of becoming comfortable with the bike sliding around underneath you while pedaling up is a good one. A lot of my moto-trials skills really come out on tech climbs.
I know youre a dirtbike rider as well and so am I, I was always a good climber and for me its looking ahead..read the obstacle after the one you are approaching so you can know what speed you will need, you may need enough speed to coast ovee a step as the pedals may strike or the wheel will spin under power.
I always quickly look right to the top after every difficult bit, it keeps you focused on the goal..if you ride looking right in front of the wheel, you'll never make it.
You need a mental map of the entire climb.
Sweet video as always
Great tips Steve.
Opinions on Eddy current schwalbe tyres? could they be the best e-bike tyres for climbing and descending???
Steve, how's about a developing a dedicated super steep, techie e-bike climb at a bike park or trail centre? Are there any out there or could it be a world first?
Trying to figure out what bike to buy for 2019 ridding season???, getting on the band wagon 😁🤪😃
Powerfly 9 LT 9.7 is my choice.
So I follow you a little while now. (and gmbn also). Can you gals and guys explain the difference in techniques whit the hardtail and full suspensions? I mostly see you guys ride the full suspensions.
Why not FS as you aren't limited as much as an acoustic bike?
Trails need signs to designate downhill, uphill, or both! Ebikers are increasingly blocking descending riders, and right-of-way is unclear and a matter of etiquette. Please do a video on how this is being/should be addressed.
Where do you ride?
I have rode trails in 39 different(us) states as well as 2 Canadian provinces and Mexico and have not seen this problem...I did have to stop and help a guy out that wore himself out slumping his (non-powered) MTB up a big incline (he didn't have any water and was wearing street shoes 😱) but honestly, I have not seen this yet...
I sometimes do it, but only on trails i know. I look extra far ahead and if someone is coming downhill i go to the side. Still there is a risk that your desision hurts someone else, thats why i dont do it that offen.
imba says uphill has the right of way but whatever works on the trail for you. Having an ebike means that I usually give anyone up or down space but if you are going my direction and do not pull aside when safe I will pass you anyway I can.
Great video, highlighting exactly why e-bikes aren't for "Lazy" people.
maybe not lazy, but less fit or more overweight
@@JogBird Nope not for them either.
Technique for technical climbs.....move thumb to "turbo mode!"