Being row 60 was absolutely brutal. Definitely thought I was going into this one prepared but got humbled quick. Was relieved just to finish and that long transfer back to camp about just did it in for me😂 Been waiting for you to drop this video. Awesome stuff man!
Wicked, glad you’re stoked in the video! What did you do to “ get prepared” and what do you think “humbled you”? I only ask so we can dig in and see if we can help !
From a former passer that is now a passie. I have learned to never turn to look who is behind you. This causes you to lose focus and get off balance. I wave with the left hand so they know, that I know they are behind me and am waiting for a good spot. I try to move to the right (Pass on left) and give the rider behind a point on were they should go. (Not the middle finger)🙂. I try to go wide in a turn or go off trail for a little bit but not stop, this causes problems to. Always look for more riders behind him before pulling on the trail.
As the rider coming up on another rider, I'm trying to gauge which way they're going to go. I'd rather the rider getting passed just pick a side and give some room. There's no need to try to tell me which way you're going. Typically I can wiggle through any space given, but when a rider stays in the trail awaiting the prime opportunity, we're all wasting time. Also, taking your hands off the bar to point at a passing spot, or side to pass, gets dangerous for all because now loss of control can be a factor.
I agree, and I typically do. BUT when someone decides their race starts when I come up on them and start hooting, I'm less inclined to thank them for staying in the trail.
Being row 60 was absolutely brutal. Definitely thought I was going into this one prepared but got humbled quick. Was relieved just to finish and that long transfer back to camp about just did it in for me😂
Been waiting for you to drop this video. Awesome stuff man!
Wicked, glad you’re stoked in the video! What did you do to “ get prepared” and what do you think “humbled you”? I only ask so we can dig in and see if we can help !
Great recap video!
Thanks! Hope to see you at Gilmer or Callisburg Enduros later this year!!!
From a former passer that is now a passie. I have learned to never turn to look who is behind you. This causes you to lose focus and get off balance. I wave with the left hand so they know, that I know they are behind me and am waiting for a good spot. I try to move to the right (Pass on left) and give the rider behind a point on were they should go. (Not the middle finger)🙂. I try to go wide in a turn or go off trail for a little bit but not stop, this causes problems to. Always look for more riders behind him before pulling on the trail.
As the rider coming up on another rider, I'm trying to gauge which way they're going to go. I'd rather the rider getting passed just pick a side and give some room. There's no need to try to tell me which way you're going. Typically I can wiggle through any space given, but when a rider stays in the trail awaiting the prime opportunity, we're all wasting time. Also, taking your hands off the bar to point at a passing spot, or side to pass, gets dangerous for all because now loss of control can be a factor.
a "thank you" after/while passing goes a long way toward them letting you past the next test
I agree, and I typically do. BUT when someone decides their race starts when I come up on them and start hooting, I'm less inclined to thank them for staying in the trail.
I had a totally flat front tire the last test, so i had different feelings about that sandy creek section!
OH MAN, YEAH! A flat front tire in sand is no bueno! Wait, why are you still using tubes... Didn't you see the Mousse Balls video?!?!?
@@SeatTime i typically don't like the way a mousse makes the front suspension feel. Do the mousse balls feel any better than a mousse in that regard?
@@EricCogburn Get your suspension fixed.