5 MTB Drills That Will Make You A Better Rider!

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 มี.ค. 2018
  • Here are 5 EASY mountain bike skills to learn. These simple mtb skills can be practiced without bike trails! Practicing beginner bike skills will improve your bike handling skills, and are a quick way improve your mountain biking skills in just a day.
    Since this is a beginner friendly MTB skills video, We'll be looking at the most basic mountain bike skills like brake control while descending, how to get better traction on climbs, lifting our front wheel with using our pedals, and lastly lifting our rear wheel without clip-less pedals. Be sure to share these beginner mountain bike tips with your mountain bike friends!
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  • @SkillsWithPhil
    @SkillsWithPhil  6 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    If you haven't already make sure you click the bell icon to get notified every time I post a new video! This year my aim is to post a new video every Monday morning!

    • @kylecantu7216
      @kylecantu7216 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for reminding me!

    • @ianclaireofficial591
      @ianclaireofficial591 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      This Video Is So Useful

    • @mclennwi6938
      @mclennwi6938 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oohhh yes now I might actually look forward to Monday’s

  • @tomw6329
    @tomw6329 6 ปีที่แล้ว +221

    “While the technique may differ the technique will stay the same “
    Skills with Phil

    • @tommytfaa
      @tommytfaa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the yogi berra of MTB

    • @Somine420
      @Somine420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Look at the bottom left at that exact moment when he says that

    • @dhpug3014
      @dhpug3014 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol

    • @dhpug3014
      @dhpug3014 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh

  • @pwdt4r313
    @pwdt4r313 6 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    Abraham Lincoln was a really good mountain biker

  • @mr.potatohead6138
    @mr.potatohead6138 6 ปีที่แล้ว +331

    U should practice skids on Seth's lawn!!😆

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Mr. Potato head I'm sure he won't mind 😂

    • @--LZ---
      @--LZ--- 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Or even better, on the trail he built at the back of the house :D

    • @AlexDutyBMXMTB
      @AlexDutyBMXMTB 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Just watch for Drama crap. 🐶🐕💩💩💩💩💩💩💩

    • @ichigotrillonator2812
      @ichigotrillonator2812 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol he be pissed throwing rocks armed with his whose 😂

    • @shitpostgod2656
      @shitpostgod2656 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlexDutyBMXMTB oh no

  • @bkxc
    @bkxc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +244

    I’m surprised how many people are constantly skidding on the steep stuff! Plenty of power in that front brake, just gotta feel it out.

    • @kitten-inside
      @kitten-inside 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      You just want to trick others into washing out the front. I know you!

    • @TheMoreWeExplore
      @TheMoreWeExplore 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      100% agree. Somehow new riders have been indoctrinated with the idea that touching their front brake will pitch them over the bars. You get 70% of your stopping power from your front brake.

    • @TheNinjonny
      @TheNinjonny 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I rely mostly on front brake, however recently I caught myself on one section of super steep trail afraid of my front brake. Felt like my bike was pointing straight down and dragged my rear wheel down it. I was mad at myself but still not sure if I did the wrong thing.

    • @TheMoreWeExplore
      @TheMoreWeExplore 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      TheNinjonny if you were trying to slow down, id still use the front brake. Some things are so steep that you have to let off the brakes and fully commit to rolling it out with no brakes. As im sure you know, once your rear wheel starts skidding, its no longer slowing you down effectively.
      When it gets extremely steep, try not to lock your elbows. Keep them bent and lower your chin and core to keep weight over the front. It sounds counter-intuitive, but locking your elbows to get more behind the seat can unweight the front so much that the front tire can actually skid.

    • @midlifebiker7424
      @midlifebiker7424 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The More We Explore Im with you there, too steep or gnarly that no braking and good line choice is the right option. If its long enough selective braking almost like abs, on off as the terrain changes can work but you probably need to know or session to see whats best. Im used to motorbikes so front braking into your forks is natural however ppl coming perhaps from road bikes with no front compression, slick tyres and leaned over the front might not be so confident with the front brake. Doing endos on flat loose trail gives you alot of confidence before hitting dh. Phil does a good job regarding body position etc and the importance of practice sessions.

  • @drdoritos6851
    @drdoritos6851 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    That somewhat good animating 🤣 3:08

  • @patrolshreddin5609
    @patrolshreddin5609 6 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Thanks for taking the time to make these videos, with your busy school schedule. Between yourself, Seth and Alex I was convinced to build a DJ just to work on my skills. Thanks Phil, just know it’s appreciated.

  • @remzuko808
    @remzuko808 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Phil thank you these skills are helping me conquer trails I never thought I could be able to ride. I have already seen improvements in my riding I am 13 and one 5 weeks into mountain biking thanks for all the help and great channel

  • @marldayniellesilvestre3372
    @marldayniellesilvestre3372 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Phil! You've just motivate me to go out, get on my bike and practice these skills!

  • @downshiftjay1400
    @downshiftjay1400 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love these videos. Perfect for a newbie like me. Thanks Phil!

  • @themarccox
    @themarccox 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another level up on the quality. You're crushing it lately. Great stuff as always, thanks.

  • @Epluribusunom6166
    @Epluribusunom6166 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Mr Phil! So glad to see you on track 👍

  • @whiplash231
    @whiplash231 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You always have the best skill breakdowns. Love it man!

  • @TwitchyNick
    @TwitchyNick 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great ideas for me to practice. Particularly finding that sweet spot of descending without skidding. Love that you can do these right around your house.

  • @acsaiyanbalce4610
    @acsaiyanbalce4610 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love all your educational videos Phil! Helps so much in a trail and can def prevent anyone from injury or even death!!

  • @mitchwarren1600
    @mitchwarren1600 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m really a fan of short videos! There is a lot of indulgent mtb footage out there ! And one can lose contact with the outside world watching it. 🤘

  • @dwightbuck5664
    @dwightbuck5664 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    He’s back All is right with MTB world again thank you Phil I appreciate your time to help me get better

  • @xXSCARECROW19Xx
    @xXSCARECROW19Xx 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been riding for a while but I'm definitely going to try some of these out because they seem so beneficial. It's practicing the small stuff that you'll be doing throughout the course of a ride. Thanks!

  • @LECMTB
    @LECMTB 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I'm starting again from basics with my riding skills, this is so I can learn proper technique when utilising these skills out on the trail. I've treated myself to a new full suspension to, which arrives next Tuesday. I can bunnyhop, endo, and a few others, I still can't manual or wheelie. So hopefully going back to basics will also teach me how to manual / wheelie

  • @TheMoreWeExplore
    @TheMoreWeExplore 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are some of the best and most important skill drills ive seen. Great work phil.

  • @matthewfojtik994
    @matthewfojtik994 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep up the cool videos u inspired me to MTB and build trail around my town with my friends and other people 👍

  • @paprotka3426
    @paprotka3426 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, I know some of these skills and some that I got to learn, thanks!

  • @djrouge3300
    @djrouge3300 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The production quality is awesome dude! Great work Phil! I always love the videos you put out.

  • @LifebyBertie
    @LifebyBertie 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Phil, really great stuff my man and good to see some more footage and skills again, this is good to improve yourself during the winter and tomorrow looks promising with some sun and nice weather for a change so I'll be trying this out. I really hope your mom is doing okay. Keep up the good stuff!!!

  • @jrig21723
    @jrig21723 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much good stuff here. Like any sport, the fundamentals are so important when improving your skills. Nice video, Phil!

  • @glenncain
    @glenncain 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    i think phil skillz videos has evolved. and the points aim at some very fundamental but easily missed technique or details for seemingly obvious skill sets. a very good piece for the new and experienced

  • @Sycoholic
    @Sycoholic 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great stuff!!! I'm in Kuwait and not home in Asheville so I've been doing some of these already to hone my skills for when I get home.

  • @timinno
    @timinno 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Phil! Always learn something new from your videos.

  • @taxner
    @taxner 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, thanks for good tips that you can practice when you have a day off the trails! Will try theese out!

  • @SpillsonHills
    @SpillsonHills 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Dude! Super informative!

  • @stevenlane1638
    @stevenlane1638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the training, Phil. I just got my first mountain bike and am learning new skills after 50+ years of riding road bikes. Hope this old guy doesn't get hurt, even though I have a few times on the roads, but this time it won't be cars or trucks doing the hurting. Hehehe.

  • @barkingmadman1169
    @barkingmadman1169 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful! Thanks for the vid!

  • @tamserenity
    @tamserenity 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love seeing your videos! Glad your back!

  • @utharkruna1116
    @utharkruna1116 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Alot to learn. Thanks phil

  • @johncast9565
    @johncast9565 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video, I re-preform all these skills on any new bike I get on, even though I'm not a begginer it helps to get a good feel for the bike.

  • @SF-mz3rw
    @SF-mz3rw 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, for another great video!!!

  • @MTBMOM
    @MTBMOM 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know the perfect place to practice these drills. Thanks for the challenge!

  • @48Nugget
    @48Nugget 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another helpful vid. Thanks! I was already mentally crafting a comment to post along the lines of "Do mention that skidding on trails is a no-no" only for you to then make that very point! You cover all the bases - not just in this video but your other ones too. Thanks again and keep 'em coming! (BTW - It takes some getting used to seeing you in long pants and not shorts, LOL)

  • @rotorblade7363
    @rotorblade7363 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Thanks for the advice.

  • @terryshrives8322
    @terryshrives8322 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really awesome man! Thanks for the help

  • @isaidabeefhotlinks1
    @isaidabeefhotlinks1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great content Phil! This is really practical and useful!!!

  • @ToogyHowser
    @ToogyHowser 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips! It's easy to forget to practice these basic skills and just hit the trails! I myself could spend some time going over this stuff before my next trail ride!

  • @YaronYogev
    @YaronYogev 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Phil, thanks for this great video, I really enjoyed it and some of the skidding stuff I'll certainly try.
    As for the pedal assisted front wheel lift, I have come to know this technique as "pedal kick", and use it to climb rock steps on trails, combined with other techniques to complete the climb. It involves the following:
    1) It's easier if you start seated
    2) Use low gear, but tune it so you get back wheel traction after your rear wheel climbs the step.
    3) Advance slowly till you are close to the step, but far enough so that you can lift the front wheel over it, or at least part of it's height if it's not a straight up step.
    4) Pedal with your strong foot, starting at the "12 Oclock" position so you start applying pressure right as you start the movement and use the full range of the down movement.
    5) After your front wheel is on the top, move your weight up and forward to let the rear wheel climb the step.
    6) Once you have the rear wheel up, either pedal to start moving and/or push forward on the handlebar.
    See this short example of my wife using this technique:
    th-cam.com/video/rfsbKRDUORE/w-d-xo.html
    I have a whole folder of videos from the same session showing both success and failure on this element. Watching it in slow-motion is a great way to understand the technique.

  • @brycebegin5001
    @brycebegin5001 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I used all of these at gunstock m.t. And worked like magic made the ride so much more fun and enjoyable

  • @Deepanshu95k
    @Deepanshu95k 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing, exactly what i was looking for basic but essential

  • @Epicdave22
    @Epicdave22 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep up the good work dude. Helping riders around the world!!!

  • @mizsbae5545
    @mizsbae5545 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very useful. Thanks for the tips ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍

  • @pushkarmadan5455
    @pushkarmadan5455 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Out of most of the mtb vids over the net, I find your videos most enjoyable.

  • @ridebikesandmore1538
    @ridebikesandmore1538 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank's. Nice video and great edit as usual.

  • @exploroso
    @exploroso 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good advice to ride the bike. I like very much to watch mountain bike videos. Good job and keep doing it. I am Luiz from Brazil. Thank you again.

  • @Kyle-jb3hr
    @Kyle-jb3hr 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and straight to the point ! Love it keep it up

  • @daviddodson5880
    @daviddodson5880 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. The games with the drills is such a good way to keep it fun.

  • @WattyLegend
    @WattyLegend 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Plenty of place to practice the skid with all this snow!! Nice job!

  • @deymos2175
    @deymos2175 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Me: Soo, does the technique differ
    from bike to bike?
    Phil: Well yes, but actually no

  • @monstervlogster1157
    @monstervlogster1157 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Phill, lots of great information man, im a beginner so appreciate you sharing this video!

  • @grammyonthetrail
    @grammyonthetrail 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the awesome instructional video! I really need to work on those wheel lifts and I appreciate your tips. I find that filming myself trying these skills is a great way to see what I am doing wrong. 🚵‍♀️ Looking forward to your upcoming graduation -- and many more videos! 🎓

  • @Friskee62
    @Friskee62 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    EXCELLENT...love your special effects.

  • @magnifiresrealm
    @magnifiresrealm 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to have you back Phil!

  • @off-roadeverything5946
    @off-roadeverything5946 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to see your back. Love the old school skill skits.

  • @andrestaylor5460
    @andrestaylor5460 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well explained skills but also... Good examples. Thanks!!

  • @billnboo4u
    @billnboo4u 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks Phil iv learned so much

  • @fangyaohuang6211
    @fangyaohuang6211 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video! Love it!!

  • @povtrails1219
    @povtrails1219 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Just what I needed with the current weather the northeast is having

  • @timmcdroid8069
    @timmcdroid8069 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thx more please...Balance and technique at beginner leveel a must.before attempting pro rider skillz..Welcome back to u tube world Phil

  • @adrianeordono7925
    @adrianeordono7925 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thx For The Skills

  • @joeerne301
    @joeerne301 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like Western NC.
    Fun video, good information. Thank you

  • @vtboarder16
    @vtboarder16 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    phil you are the man! watched video of you absolutely slaying Killington. Come ride this summer man!

  • @otb2often726
    @otb2often726 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see you back at it Sir!!!

  • @bobcat5496
    @bobcat5496 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE THIS SHIZZLE!!!! KEEP SENDING OUT THE GOOD VIDS AND VIBES BRO!!!!!!

  • @aldenwilkins
    @aldenwilkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid. Thanks.

  • @chrismcgourty1756
    @chrismcgourty1756 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    cheers fella, good show!

  • @EeroSoralahti
    @EeroSoralahti 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also, very good skill drills to practice with a kid who's getting into MTB. Thanks!

  • @francisthecooldownroad342
    @francisthecooldownroad342 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks man good video .

  • @livefree6639
    @livefree6639 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    very very very useful..... thx!

  • @WorldwideCyclery
    @WorldwideCyclery 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great tips and really good job explaining the drills in an easy to understand way!

  • @Danimal_Mtb
    @Danimal_Mtb 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The intro is awesome! So much handlebar!!! Great video too.

  • @denishuber7758
    @denishuber7758 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    nicely done phil...keep it up !

  • @Isaac1B
    @Isaac1B 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Missed ya Phil! It's good to see another classic video

  • @peterkortvel
    @peterkortvel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow the special effect of going over bars was amazing!!!

  • @T-eee-L
    @T-eee-L 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent tips!

  • @PhillioDoede
    @PhillioDoede 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like someone is upping their production game, looks great! Content is great as usual of course.

  • @thepastafariandodo2545
    @thepastafariandodo2545 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is so useful!!!!!! thx Phil

  • @mtadams2009
    @mtadams2009 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see you back, I hope college is going well, take care

  • @jasongraham2382
    @jasongraham2382 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Phil!

  • @5492sparky
    @5492sparky 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips Phil.

  • @charleskelvin528
    @charleskelvin528 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome tutorial✔💥💥

  • @felderosa
    @felderosa 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another banger from the master.

  • @blumenpedaler9516
    @blumenpedaler9516 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff!

  • @hansmeie12
    @hansmeie12 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that's it! On the point! Great video, thanks :D

  • @Markikuunn
    @Markikuunn 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see you. Very good video, will do it later in the day

  • @thecakeisalie7070
    @thecakeisalie7070 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love that logo!

  • @prodbym4
    @prodbym4 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved it😁😁😁 Keep it coming

  • @EverydayMTB
    @EverydayMTB 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Phil, no rivals your tutorial videos. Keep it up!

  • @matthewbojarski3004
    @matthewbojarski3004 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Phil congrats your channel had really grown since I subbed!!!

  • @MrPunkassfuck
    @MrPunkassfuck 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When pedaling uphill and not wanting to loose grip and therefor come to a halt, I apply consistent power to the pedals. There is a tendency to apply a lot of power when pedal is between 3 and 6 o'clock. Apply the same power from 12 to 6 o'clock instead.
    Probably easier to do sitting down.

  • @MrManderson75
    @MrManderson75 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    WoooHoooo Phil video day!!!! I watch GMBN, Scotty, Brian, Alex and Seth religiously... When there is a Phil video I click it first like the other don't exist :)
    Nice to see you back at it.

  • @JoshuaBaylin
    @JoshuaBaylin 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Phil!!

  • @Michael_H_Webb
    @Michael_H_Webb 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Most excellent.

  • @metalarmorypaintball4338
    @metalarmorypaintball4338 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yo phil I just subscribed because i've recently been watching some of your videos. I found your channel from Seths bike hacks and I've been loving your content. I very much appreciate youtubers who do what they love and who want others to benefit and learn from them. Keep riding man!

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks for the kind words, helping others is just my way of giving back. Welcome to the channel :)

  • @owenpreece4508
    @owenpreece4508 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great video love the quality of the video