Love it! I’ve noticed a connection between top moto and mtb guys having a history in bmx and pump track racing, those guys usually have the best technique and get away with making lines out of what looks like nothing. Efficiency of speed in its purest form
Getting a dirt jumper and riding at pump tracks has made a mahooosive improvement to my trail riding. I’m actually kinda blown away, just wish I started sooner. Also thanks for talking about the awareness of kids and giving them space. I've seen some close calls, usually with young adults / teenagers overtaking little kids at speed. A bigger rider falling on them little rippers can cause serious injury.
Aaron does such a great job in these tutorial videos. There's a lot of information packed into a short time, but it never feels rushed and Aaron explains everything so clearly. Nice safety first section at the end. There's a lot of tutorial video series out there, but think Aaron's are the best. I've been mountain biking since 1994, raced DH in the 90s and still do some enduro multi-day races, and I still get a lot from these videos. Thanks Aaron and good luck for the season.
Really nice that you commented on flat pedals. I am a road cyclist/bike messenger that always runs clipped and also just got a dirt jumper to ride my two local pumptracks. I find it very frustrating that I often get very light on the pedals or lose contact and already wanted to switch over to clipped here as well, but I guess I just need to develop better technique
Every single mountain biker should be watching this video, regardless of skill and age and experience and all that. This is THE fundamentals to riding better, and as a coach the pump track is one of the first things I recommend. Thanks for doing this video Aaron, if there is anyone that riders should be listening to for tips its you! Look forward to seeing more in the future!
Tire pressure: use higher tire pressure on the pump track than on the trail. I'll go to 40psi or more on the pump track, then back down for the trail. Good video!
@@s.lacasse8337 Agreed 60 to 65-68 psi here, based on my familiarity with the track. As well as the proper road tire for connectivity vs the trail tires.
Top quality video Aaron! I know lots of young riders will benefit heaps watching these videos. It's awesome to see the dedication and effort you put on these videos. 👏
Great video mate! Just started pump tracking recently myself and have found all the things you mentioned to be true. Helps with trails/dh/technique/fitness. Good guide!
The only pump track I know of in my country, it's very small. Makes it difficult to build up speed and I realise how much I fear going through the berms since I'm still very much a beginner (at 38 years old).
Thank you very much Aaron! I would appreciate it if you could show the position of the feet on the pedals on all kinds of trails, and how to use the brakes safely on the loose descents
My biggest gripe with mtb right now. You need good facilities to get good. The jumps me and my friends spend hours sculpting will never be as good as a council made track
So rad I just started riding my local pump track with my son's 6 & 4. I was very surprised at first the workout and second how my ability of being able to generate speed has grown. Also I really take to time to practice looking at the exist of turns and body position on the track. When I'm not smoked mtbing iv noticed the carry over from the pump track.
If a world cup win with a snapped chain right out of the start gate is not a case in point for pump tracks, I don't know what is... Great explanations in the video!
Everybody who has a bike should be riding these pump tracks if they can access one, but for anybody thinking of buying a dirt jump mountain bike to use for riding pump tracks, you should carefully consider if you would be better off with a BMX bike. I have dirt jump mountain bikes and BMX bikes, I never ride the dirt jumpers at the concrete pump track, they're flexy, weak, delicate, expensive, and too long. Its a lot more fun on my BMX, and easier for me to generate speed. If I was buying a bike to ride pump tracks, definitely BMX for me personally.
if you can't clear jumps in pump trcuk no matter how good your cornering you not going to maintain speed...almost all bmx truck riders rides clip pedals and does much faster time on pump truck
I ride the pump track on my DH bike. Exhausting, lol. It's so different than riding a more rigid bike as the travel of the DH just sucks up energy forcing you to really learn how to carry the momentum and be efficient.
such a great video, and on an awesome pump track! That berm gap across the top deck into the grass was insane edit: and shout out to that other rider who was shredding with aaron
It would be interesting to hear about your preferred foot placement on the pedal. What do you think of the Pedaling Innovations Catalyst pedals and the recommended foot forward philosophy?
I don't know,is this guy really qualified to talk about carrying momentum,with just one chainless world cup win?All I know is if Aaron believes his bike is sorted,the competition is in big trouble this upcoming Worldcup season.
😂 Yeah, not even a proper win either, it was only by 0.045 of a second, and that was probably because his transponder was mounted lower down on his fork.
that's not something that's really up to personal opinion. I mean anyone can do what they want but the general rule is pretty well established because it's what works. on flat corners you drop the outside foot, on berms you keep your feet level. the turns at pump tracks are all berms, so you would keep your feet level there.
A hardtail bike in general is the best for pump tracks, but lots of people use dirt jumpers like Aaron in this video or people also use bmx bikes. Having rear suspension on full suspension bikes can kill your pumping momentum on pump tracks
@@GwinnerTube thanks. My 27.5 feels a bit crowded on the pump track. I had a look at a 26" BMX recently which was pretty cool. I might revisit it. Need a bigger shed though..
Kindness is key 👍
Love it! I’ve noticed a connection between top moto and mtb guys having a history in bmx and pump track racing, those guys usually have the best technique and get away with making lines out of what looks like nothing. Efficiency of speed in its purest form
Getting a dirt jumper and riding at pump tracks has made a mahooosive improvement to my trail riding. I’m actually kinda blown away, just wish I started sooner. Also thanks for talking about the awareness of kids and giving them space. I've seen some close calls, usually with young adults / teenagers overtaking little kids at speed. A bigger rider falling on them little rippers can cause serious injury.
Yeah man, it’s always best to communicate taking turns
Im thinking of getting a dirt jumper for the exact same reason. Also i want to be able to occasionally shred at skateparks
Aaron does such a great job in these tutorial videos. There's a lot of information packed into a short time, but it never feels rushed and Aaron explains everything so clearly. Nice safety first section at the end. There's a lot of tutorial video series out there, but think Aaron's are the best. I've been mountain biking since 1994, raced DH in the 90s and still do some enduro multi-day races, and I still get a lot from these videos. Thanks Aaron and good luck for the season.
Thanks Andy, stoked you're getting something good out of the vids. Appreciate the love too!
One of our favorite pump tracks to build.
its so much fun to ride! Could use just a tiny bit of TLC though!
What a legend for the comment about the kids. Great video man!
Love that pump track! Shout-out to SORBA mid tn
Thumbs up to Claudio Calori and team for all the pump tracks they have built around the world,pretty f-in cool,Cheers Claudio,well done!
Means a lot coming from a guy who won a world cup without a chain.
Also the way he delivers his knowledge is pretty much perfect, great for learning
Great video as always!
“He types as he also in on Pinkbike scoping out DJs for sale!”
You can also get one of the 275 or 29 BMX bikes. My SE Big Cruiser cost $500 a few years back.
Really nice that you commented on flat pedals. I am a road cyclist/bike messenger that always runs clipped and also just got a dirt jumper to ride my two local pumptracks. I find it very frustrating that I often get very light on the pedals or lose contact and already wanted to switch over to clipped here as well, but I guess I just need to develop better technique
100%, people develop poor technique with jumping or bunny hopping as they can pull up on the pedals when clipped in. Flats to learn on, race in clips.
Amen! I've always thought pump tracks are the best way i've ever made improvements.
Every single mountain biker should be watching this video, regardless of skill and age and experience and all that. This is THE fundamentals to riding better, and as a coach the pump track is one of the first things I recommend. Thanks for doing this video Aaron, if there is anyone that riders should be listening to for tips its you! Look forward to seeing more in the future!
Agreed. I try to hit up the local pump track atleast once a week and it's the one thing that really helped me be a better rider
Tire pressure: use higher tire pressure on the pump track than on the trail. I'll go to 40psi or more on the pump track, then back down for the trail. Good video!
On pump track I run 60psi.
@@s.lacasse8337 Agreed 60 to 65-68 psi here, based on my familiarity with the track. As well as the proper road tire for connectivity vs the trail tires.
Love hearing you break it all down…especially kiddos segment. Greatly appreciated!🤘
100% I have used pump tracks and bmx tracks to work my tech skills for a good 20+ years.
well said, please do more pump track related videos 🙏
I love your acknowledgment of being aware and respectful for the little kids and to be nice and remember we were all once them too.
except he said they were all us once. which doesn't actually make any sense if you think about it
Man, this video was soo good! I feel blessed every time I get to be taught by the best 👌
Definitely agree with the cornering on the pump track. I can pump and row pretty well but I have to admit that I loose speed on the berms
Top quality video Aaron! I know lots of young riders will benefit heaps watching these videos. It's awesome to see the dedication and effort you put on these videos. 👏
Thank you Aaron! Your Videos are amazing. Dont Stop doing These they Help a Lot!!!
It's almost hollloween guys gonna go to the pump track and pump-kin! Go Florida!!!
Great video mate!
Just started pump tracking recently myself and have found all the things you mentioned to be true. Helps with trails/dh/technique/fitness. Good guide!
The only pump track I know of in my country, it's very small. Makes it difficult to build up speed and I realise how much I fear going through the berms since I'm still very much a beginner (at 38 years old).
Thank you very much Aaron! I would appreciate it if you could show the position of the feet on the pedals on all kinds of trails, and how to use the brakes safely on the loose descents
Soo good!!! I watch your videos again and again.
Best mtb videos ever!
My biggest gripe with mtb right now. You need good facilities to get good. The jumps me and my friends spend hours sculpting will never be as good as a council made track
I thought was just a random pump track that looked exactly like the one by me, but it’s just the one by me lmao
I remember when this cat was starting out at the local Fontucky races with EC and House.
Arnold’s influence is everywhere we must get the pump on
Really good advice, nicely put together and explained. Thanks.
Really good video! U should do more of this type of tutorial videos!👍👍
Thanks, I will!
So rad I just started riding my local pump track with my son's 6 & 4. I was very surprised at first the workout and second how my ability of being able to generate speed has grown. Also I really take to time to practice looking at the exist of turns and body position on the track. When I'm not smoked mtbing iv noticed the carry over from the pump track.
i built a pumptrack in my yard during lockdown BS. so happy that i did.
So smooth, so awesome!
Thanks !!!!!!1 MASTER!!!!!... greetings from Chile
Thanks Aaron,
Trying to get a pump track here in La Veta CO currently. Great video, keep the awesome content flowing!
If a world cup win with a snapped chain right out of the start gate is not a case in point for pump tracks, I don't know what is... Great explanations in the video!
Awesome! Thanks!
Wish you could see the new Menifee track and jumps that opened right after you moved Aaron!
Excellent, helpful video and explanation! And spot on regarding the little kids on the track
So good! Hope to see more of these soon
Everybody who has a bike should be riding these pump tracks if they can access one, but for anybody thinking of buying a dirt jump mountain bike to use for riding pump tracks, you should carefully consider if you would be better off with a BMX bike. I have dirt jump mountain bikes and BMX bikes, I never ride the dirt jumpers at the concrete pump track, they're flexy, weak, delicate, expensive, and too long. Its a lot more fun on my BMX, and easier for me to generate speed. If I was buying a bike to ride pump tracks, definitely BMX for me personally.
Sir, this is a list of benefits of riding a pumptrack, could you do a tutorial?
This Tutorial is awesome 🤩🤟🏻
Good job GWINNER💥
Thanks for sharing !!!
I am racing there in DH south east and saw u doing an interview so next time i will say hello
Wish I had pump track in my area New jersey def gotta look I grew up racing bmx and motocross gotta check if b
Nice vid good luck for 2023
if you can't clear jumps in pump trcuk no matter how good your cornering you not going to maintain speed...almost all bmx truck riders rides clip pedals and does much faster time on pump truck
Thank you for saying this!!! ❤
I ride the pump track on my DH bike. Exhausting, lol. It's so different than riding a more rigid bike as the travel of the DH just sucks up energy forcing you to really learn how to carry the momentum and be efficient.
Really enjoyed this ❤️ and appreciate it ✅️
This is awesome, thank you.
Legend! Thanks for doing these vids Aaron. Excellent information.
Aaron Goat
such a great video, and on an awesome pump track! That berm gap across the top deck into the grass was insane
edit: and shout out to that other rider who was shredding with aaron
agree with the cardio
Can you do a video about your bikes and setups ?
This pumptrack bike 🔥
Thanks Aaron for the very informative video!
Can we get a bike check on that sweet rig!?
You're the man...
It would be interesting to hear about your preferred foot placement on the pedal. What do you think of the Pedaling Innovations Catalyst pedals and the recommended foot forward philosophy?
Great advice
Wait your the guy who won the race without a chain? Absolute legend!
All you need is the secret mechanical adjustments that make the bike faster
Remember….they were us too.
Good reminder
Love it!
Love your videos bro!!!
How is going your backyard track?
Keep safe Sir
wish they would build one in my county
there are about 5 in my country... obviously not a single one in my area
@@olik136 Ah man, I shouldn't complain much, I have one about an hour from me. just wish there was one closer
such a great video
Great video - thanks! Where is that pump track?
It’s near downtown Nashville, TN 👍🏼
Watkins park!
Really inspirational video Aaron, pumptracks really help improve skills, do you run 31.8 or 35mm bars on your bike here? Cheers
Shoot, now I need another bike.
I don't know,is this guy really qualified to talk about carrying momentum,with just one chainless world cup win?All I know is if Aaron believes his bike is sorted,the competition is in big trouble this upcoming Worldcup season.
😂 Yeah, not even a proper win either, it was only by 0.045 of a second, and that was probably because his transponder was mounted lower down on his fork.
@@mikeg2939 you serious?
Really bro? Are you a World Cup rider?! 😂 sit down boy
@@ironeinar no. Are you serious thinking that I was being serious?
@@mikeg2939 well, could've been... But I'm glad you're joking hahaha
Well, this is only for offroad not pedaling people, so im continueing on
Aaron, what bike do you use for pump?
Love it
Very good, thank you
With all the pumping, you didn’t mention the yank! Yank to pump nothing but speed.
What cream tyres is Aaron using?
Kenda?
I live 45 minutes away from nashville
Awesome! One question, what’s your take on dropping the outside pedal in corners?
that's not something that's really up to personal opinion. I mean anyone can do what they want but the general rule is pretty well established because it's what works. on flat corners you drop the outside foot, on berms you keep your feet level. the turns at pump tracks are all berms, so you would keep your feet level there.
nice video
What bike is he riding?
Its a 10+ year old specialized P3 or something. haha Waiting for my new Intense DJ to get done. :)
Pump tracks are torture.
found the guy on the full suspension
Nashville?!
Hey Aaron - I'm a 55 y/o mtber, been meaning to practice on a pump track. Should I get a Jump biker?
A hardtail bike in general is the best for pump tracks, but lots of people use dirt jumpers like Aaron in this video or people also use bmx bikes. Having rear suspension on full suspension bikes can kill your pumping momentum on pump tracks
Is this a bike park?
Any good pump tracks in socal you know about Aaron?
nice one AG1
also thanks for being compassionate about the little ones.
❤❤❤
Is that an Intense dirtjumper?
What size wheels is on that bike? 27.5 or 26 ?
26in. Best wheel size for these types of bikes and riding IMO.
@@GwinnerTube thanks. My 27.5 feels a bit crowded on the pump track. I had a look at a 26" BMX recently which was pretty cool. I might revisit it. Need a bigger shed though..
"Be supportive of those kids, they were all us once too"
Protip: Gravel bike tires.
eveb better pro-tip: maxxis DTHs