I truly love how many different approaches there are to this technique, literally everyone who can hop has something different and new to share. Great addition to the collective of killer hopping videos!
@JessHines3 жыл бұрын
Despite being very comfortable bunny hopping on a BMX bike (and up to 36" last time I could really try, when I didn't have wrist injuries), a long 29er is a different animal, so I went out practicing yesterday using some things in here, and improved a bunch! He mentioned filming yourself, which I second. I did and saw I was shifting my weight much farther back (like for a manual) than I thought I was. The other thing I realized is that with the length and height of a mountain bike, it's almost like you have to wait half a second after pulling the front up to push forward, or else you have a low quick hop instead of a higher, more leisurely one, so also give that a try; it's more like pull-pull-pull-then-push rather than just a quick pull-push.
@kennysmontiel42542 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@bouzouki20063 жыл бұрын
13 minutes well invested. Thanks Simon (and Linnea)! :)
@traildogisla3 жыл бұрын
New to the channel over in the UK, watched the manual video, went and practiced and made the most progress that I have in years, the tip on pulling shoulder blades together and down really helped. Really keen to get out and practice bunny hops after this video.
@dewindoethdwl27983 жыл бұрын
Load, pull, push. I’ve just taught a fellow fifty+ rider by using this as a spoken mantra. She liked how speaking it out loud at normal talking speed helped her lock on & time doing the three driving elements, she wasn’t worrying about peripheral things. Finally she’s feeling confident to go on one of our local flowing blue/red downhill trails where there’s a need to either bunny hop a dozen water-bars (fun) or crawl over them at slow speed (a drag). Result; thank you👍.
@AlbertoOnWheels3 жыл бұрын
I've been trying to do the bunny hop, but I've been stuck at not been able to lift the back wheel. I think this new combo of steps load, pull and push may actually help. Can't wait to try it.
@z0han7053 жыл бұрын
This is the first video I've seen on this channel and my first reaction before the camera focused on Simon's face was like "Damn this young dude has a deep voice for his age and ripped arms for a mountain biker". I totally like the idea that you don't need to perform a complete manual for the bunny hop. Great video and channel btw!
@mrlaforgephysics3 жыл бұрын
Literally subbed for the bronco!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
We'll be searching for the bronco again! Must have it -Linnea
@oningsur9543 жыл бұрын
His final jump... daym..👍👍👍👌
@VonSC23 жыл бұрын
Man, Lee McCormack and Alex Bogusky put out the best bunny hop tutorial last week...but this might be even better! mtb coach wars! 😆 great job as always guys super helpful
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Those guys are awesome coaches, so I really appreciate the kind words. -Simon
@rinky_dinky3 жыл бұрын
this tutorial is more of the classic american bunny hop and it can go really really high. Lee puts out a video that gets the job done to hop small things (and easy to learn), but according to him if you want to do big hops, its basically back to this technique
@Jacob991743 жыл бұрын
I hope I age healthy as this man
@BIIIKES3 жыл бұрын
When did Cobra Kai start riding MTB? Kidding- love this channel. Great chemistry and clear instruction!!
@nrmrvrk3 жыл бұрын
Great video working with Linnea on hopping technique. Thanks for creating this. Legit hop at the end too Simon!
@ashwinamanna24653 жыл бұрын
we need another more in depth video on this. Especially focusing on centered body position and how to lift the wheel with the arms, and the third part about shoving the bike forward. And how this approach contrats with the manual approach where movement of lower body moves farther back for a manual initiation
@mikemichaels45003 жыл бұрын
The way they are hopping in this video is how I naturally do it. I felt like I was wrong because other videos emphasized shifting your weight way back into position for a manual.
@oliverbourne95993 жыл бұрын
Super interesting as always. As you probably know, you are proposing a different technique with less steps in it from the 'normal' pre-manual to explosive stand and tuck/scoop back with feet. Looking forward to trying this to see if it gets me higher by pulling up on the bars instead of trying to raise the front with the manual technique first
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Surprisingly I've never watched any tutorials online or taken any classes on coaching technique. I prefer to just relay to riders what it feels like to me to ride after years of wanting to be the best rider I can. I actually started coaching before anyone I know of (1996) so there were no classes to take or KZbin videos to watch. I do the same with yoga and other things I teach. Teaching is easier for me without any memorization of how to do things, or even without knowing how others teach it. Teaching is very personal and internal for me, even though I do share it with a lot of folks. I am often asked about manuals and hops, which you might have noticed I addressed in the video. Thanks for continuing to watch Oliver!
@eldelabicidecolores Жыл бұрын
I mean, this is a late answer, so you probably know it already. "Pre-manual" gets you higher. Since you can pull up the front wheel higher.
@TheRotundRider3 жыл бұрын
This was the first time that I've bridged the gap between Manual lift and proper Bunny hop lift. My mind couldn't figure out how to shoot back, and then up somehow. Can't wait to try this out.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome!!! Can't wait to hear about it! 🤘🏼 - Coach Kagen
@IMikePlays3 жыл бұрын
Ngl the "pressure under the handlebar" helped me a ton, thanks!
@chidorex3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks for the insight. Baja... I figured it had to be someplace in Mexico. Nice!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Rex!
@therevin73 жыл бұрын
I learn something every video. Really great teaching style!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! Glad you're enjoying and learning! - Coach Kagen
@cristiant87363 жыл бұрын
Very good tutorial! Thank you!
@istiboytv3 жыл бұрын
Whoa!.. nice jump out there..
@FrostyFingers2 жыл бұрын
Hey man you HAVE the best videos for tutorial ever! I mean this is so well explained
@Fluidride2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the awesome feedback - we appreciate it!
@labzoli12 жыл бұрын
Best bunny hop explanation video
@t.o.f.t.s.3 жыл бұрын
In the old bmx days..70's & 80s we called the modern day bunny hop a Bronco..because it resembled a bucking bronco. The bunny hop was the English bunny hop of today. Made it a lot easier to distinguish the too.
@t.o.f.t.s.3 жыл бұрын
two
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
I love that name. Does really fit it well. Good stuff.
@totalchaos803 жыл бұрын
First off dude gives me hope that not only can you ride for a long time, but you can also continue to shred into our later year's. Secondly I need a woman like Linnea! Beautiful and obsessed with Mountain Biking.
@shlomosuissa67983 жыл бұрын
The best explained you are the best teacher respect to your teachings and yes shes a dam good rider as well 😀
@marcusmcclintock45083 жыл бұрын
Brilliant practical tips to improve technique, thanks 👍😊
@josh_za3 жыл бұрын
Her bike looks so dialed. The suspension looks literally perfect. 🤙 Makes me so excited for my bike that I’m getting in about a month, as when I tried it the suspension felt much better than the bike I have now.
@yengsabio53153 жыл бұрын
On a hardtail?
@josh_za3 жыл бұрын
@@yengsabio5315 Nope, on a 2016 stumpjumper. Worked well but started to break down lately.
@mengley3 жыл бұрын
Another great video, great to meet you at Duthie last week!
@ArmTheCreative3 жыл бұрын
instant LIKE for intro!!!!
@jimbo42033 жыл бұрын
Cool how you explained it , i still use the hop all the time on the trails but i rear wheel hop too , just depends on the obstacle
@Shacko1173 жыл бұрын
Iv always done it way differently. The half manual way.. I must try this method 👍
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Let us know how it goes!
@crankerson Жыл бұрын
you're an amazing instructor
@Fluidride Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!! -Simon
@rctayas3 жыл бұрын
Nice informative video...I need to go back to practice bunny hops...I managed about 12” two years ago but now I’m having hard time clearing 6” for some reason 🤷🏻♂️
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow 12" is a lot! Is this on the same bike? Good luck with your practicing! -Linnea
@rctayas3 жыл бұрын
@@Fluidride yup specialized Fuse hard tail
@fernandoarcab41133 жыл бұрын
Nice video. ¡Viva México!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Fernando! We're looking forward to being back in Mexico for a few months this winter! :) -Kagen, Fluidride Coach
@chilatelover2 жыл бұрын
Man there are so many opinions on this topic. I like this approach the best
@v1d3003 жыл бұрын
I am going to get back to do some bunnyhops. I was trying them a year ago but failed, will try with your method. Would love to see one video like this for endos, especially around a switchback.
@ChuyR.3 жыл бұрын
Just bunny hop every sidewalk around the neighborhood, it took me months, but thats how i mastered the bunny hop, it is my favorite trick tbh.
@v1d3003 жыл бұрын
@@ChuyR. I tried months but I can't wheelie nor bunnyhop.
@ChuyR.3 жыл бұрын
@@v1d300 ok, this video should work for you, good luck my friend
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
If you want to learn how to turn on the front wheel for a switchback, we teach that on our website at www.fluidrideonline.com. It's free for 2 weeks so you could see that at on charge. That is the most advanced way to do REALLY tight switchbacks, but is not the fastest in most instances. Linnea and I demonstrated proper switchback form earlier in this series which you can find on this page. hope that helps! -Simon
@papalazarou78802 жыл бұрын
Great channel! 🇬🇧
@Fluidride2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! 🥳
@Mach400 Жыл бұрын
You guys are good instructors!
@Fluidride Жыл бұрын
We appreciate you watching! -Linnea
@airmondb73452 жыл бұрын
Watching from Qatar! Very clear explanation.
@Fluidride2 жыл бұрын
Wow this is so cool! We're honored to have you watching from Qatar -Linnea
@daveeh29302 жыл бұрын
great episode guys , loved it
@Fluidride2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching, Davee! -Linnea
@LunaDark8883 жыл бұрын
You are a very good instructor!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thank You! -Simon
@chadodom50483 жыл бұрын
I'm going to have to break down and take some lessons this spring. Great videos and instruction. You should check your links in the description, for some reason they're not working for me.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for telling us! Hopefully they're fixed now... can't quite understand why they work in some places and not others 🤣. We'd love to have you join for in-person lessons! -Linnea
@gabeenright62183 жыл бұрын
I’ve been riding bikes for 40 years and never learned to bunny hop. Just took up mountain biking and decided I should learn. After watching only this video I was hopping the next time out on my bike!!! Thanks
@dehumanizer213 жыл бұрын
Looks like Simon has the new Evil Offering.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
He does! And I got to ride one for a bit... dreamy. -Linnea
@leroygibb92433 жыл бұрын
Damn good tutorial and that Send was 👌😎
@MtbRN2MD3 жыл бұрын
Damn that distant hop!! 😳😳
@juluisreyes90943 жыл бұрын
Awesome guys..hehe
@michael_g37263 жыл бұрын
Riding bmx in the 80's we actually called this hop a "bronco".
@HighVybeTribe3 жыл бұрын
And bunnyhop was Getting both wheels off the ground at the same time
@skyeleslie84423 ай бұрын
Thanks for an awesome tutorial!🔥 Quick question, is bunny hops possible or harder to do on a hardtail?? Compared to full suspension?
@sprazztafarimd79753 жыл бұрын
Linnea I love you!
@billk40193 жыл бұрын
Finally someone explains how to lift the bars after the pre-load. Nice video thank you!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Bill! -Linnea
@JustMeNoOther3 жыл бұрын
This guy is mixture between Mr. Bean, Rob Halford and the voice of the guy that sings Chocolate Rain.
@MTBTexasBikeRider3 жыл бұрын
Wow awesome I doing Bunny Hops great video 👍😎🙏
@powskier2 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Probably the best I've seen. Is this place in SoCal?
@Fluidride2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! This is Todos Santos, BCS in Mexico. -Simon
@danielgmur64863 жыл бұрын
Subscribed for the bronco.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Do it for the bronco!!! We're glad to have you Daniel :) - Coach Kagen
@ionutfelicitari9328 Жыл бұрын
Tips on learning this on a fat bike?
@cesaramora77123 жыл бұрын
TODOS SANTOS BAJA MEXICO 🇲🇽 MTB
@mannyfnsc293 жыл бұрын
Oh man, you should've made Linnea practice hopping over the "bs" at 2:15! Another great video nonetheless..you guys really make such a good team. Excellent coaching and a grade A student..well, aside from the sex on wheels distraction 😏
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
OH such a missed opportunity! 🤣. Manny you need to be our new director! -Linnea
@mannyfnsc293 жыл бұрын
Haha, you don't want that Linnea. People would get hurt, cows would go missing..it'd be a logistical nightmare. I'll run errands.😉
@stephencutajar25483 жыл бұрын
MTBs were designed to climb mountains and yet you have to push the bike up a little hill :), BTW great video, I just turned 61 and I'm still trying to learn new tricks.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes it's all about conserving energy, especially filming all day in the sun. :) Glad you're liking the videos and you're never too old to learn new tricks, awesome to see you still riding Stephen! -Kagen, Fluidride Coach
@Sabbra Жыл бұрын
Can you do that with a dry bike?
@soultribe93 жыл бұрын
Those bikes 😮🤤🤤😈
@ppkgaming2103 жыл бұрын
Tight
@baby_jay_guitar2 жыл бұрын
Nice so nice I subbed
@Fluidride2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching! -Linnea
@tnordquist32963 жыл бұрын
question on initial move: it looks like you are initiating the sequence by compressing, then shoving the bars forward ever so slightly before the leg extension. Is this accurate?
@sL4UgHtA3 жыл бұрын
Simon got some veins pumping in his arms. Wtf 0:28 ! ;-) Great video, as always. Thanks!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Hah yes he is super fit!! And makes this stuff look easy
@eaacbcs3 жыл бұрын
Is this in Todos Santos? 😯
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
It is! I live here in the winter. -Simon
@NekadChannel3 жыл бұрын
Good tutorial 🔥
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nekad Channel 🔥 Glad you liked it! -Kagen, Fluidride Coach
@Paulklampeeps3 жыл бұрын
Hi is mastering bunnyhop will help on jumping or it's a different thing thanks!!
@urbanphotographer3 жыл бұрын
It helps!
@dennispikephotography3 жыл бұрын
Similar but not the same. I’m better at bunny hops than jumps.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Very different. With hopping, there is no jump to do the work for us. Jumping should be MUCH less physical. We have a bunch of tutorials on jumping, so be sure to check those out!
@chrisperrywv Жыл бұрын
She has to be just about the best student
@Fluidride Жыл бұрын
She certainly is! She is really diligent with her practice. Makes teaching her new skills SO much easier! -Simon
@tak60832 жыл бұрын
You should make a video with Lee McCormack
@dockilat55762 жыл бұрын
That yellow Bronco kept looking at her.
@Fluidride2 жыл бұрын
We can only hope! 🤩 Still dreaming of that bronco! -Linnea
@doctorpc4x43 жыл бұрын
Linnea The hand keep pointing towards the Bronco but the words were not coming out
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha speechless! I'm on a plane to Mexico right now, hoping for a bronco sighting... -Linnea
@enzzomolinari68053 жыл бұрын
6:07 CFE truck? They're in México?
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Hi Enzzo! You're right, we were in Mexico last winter and we'll be back again this winter with guided tours. Check it out at fluidride.com/baja-mexico! - Coach Kagen
@goatio0073 жыл бұрын
Sent!
@monicaestefaniaruvalcabama61383 жыл бұрын
In what part of Mexico are you? Looks beautiful
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Todos Santos BCS!
@efrenmh3 жыл бұрын
Great video!!..., it looks that you are in a Mexican Town..., where was you film this video???
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Thats' correct, good eye Efren! We were in Todos Santos, Baja, Mexico, where we have guided tours in the winter time! You can check the tour out here: fluidride.com/baja-mexico - Coach Kagen
@tg67283 жыл бұрын
Can you do the bunny hop with a hardtail?
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Yes and it's actually easier! You get more power transfer through your legs.
@XinotarMX3 жыл бұрын
Is that place Todos Santos Baja California Sur?
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
You're right! It is! We have winter tours headed there for the 2021/2022 season, check them out at fluidride.com/baja-mexico, maybe I'll see you there! -Kagen, Fluidride Coach
@XinotarMX3 жыл бұрын
@@Fluidride wooow awesome, I am from La Paz Baja California Sur, like 40 minutes road trip. But now living in Houston Texas.. hope you love Baja Sur ..!!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
@@XinotarMX Awesome. I bet you miss it! I love it there. Already looking forward to returning!
@RaulLopez-mn5xs3 жыл бұрын
Would the quality of the suspension matter? Because I only have a walmart full suspension bike :(
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Well, while expensive bikes work better, the technique for riding the bike is the same. Practice up and you will be hopping curbs in no time! -Simon
@ariezcapistrano72123 жыл бұрын
Can you do it with a hardtail for demo
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
It is done exactly the same way! It's even easier on a hardtail.
@osodubkalako3 жыл бұрын
nice! wich part of Mexico are you guys?
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
In Todos Santos! Wonderful town, about an hour north of Cabo
@radskeytv3953 жыл бұрын
How I wish that I can do bunny hop also dude.
@salvadorgarciadealba10403 жыл бұрын
Bienvenidos a México!
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Gracias!
@martinpadilla32643 жыл бұрын
Are you hitting it🤣🤣🤣🤣👍
@hyxdo_01832 жыл бұрын
Can some1 pls help me I can't get the front wheel upp
@Rosco07543 жыл бұрын
Good video and instruction but I would say don't always rely on speed to assist with a bunny hop.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely true. They can be done at whatever speed is needed in the situation you find yourself in. Can be very slow...or very fast!
@iazoua34803 жыл бұрын
Why dont u manual to get extra height?
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
The manual would bring the hips back too far to be over the pedals enough to create the loading needed to compress the bike. They are two slightly different moves. The hips come back after compressing with the hop, whereas they go back further and without compressing the bike for a manual. Subtle but different.
@iazoua34803 жыл бұрын
@@Fluidride alright thanks
@johnarnold66232 жыл бұрын
“The nineties was 20 years ago” “No, thirty years… :(“ Me, every time I play my music in the car
@barinit3 жыл бұрын
Is this arizona?
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
It's in Todos Santos, Mexico! Beautiful, charming town
@unedit57063 жыл бұрын
Hi, any idea what model/year of bicycle is she riding?
@OldSaul3 жыл бұрын
Looks like an Evil following.
@Morpheas0013 жыл бұрын
I wanna say it was mentioned in a previous video, but I don't really want to go searching... Definitely an Evil, don't know what year.
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
Ah sorry for the late reply! It's an Evil Insurgent LB. I got it in 2018! -Linnea
@putulmorang92493 жыл бұрын
👌👌
@tomasreicher25073 жыл бұрын
Aj to musíš citát 🦆
@fernandogutierrez61603 жыл бұрын
I need to go to the gym!
@davidschram50163 жыл бұрын
@4:47 I wonder how many guys suddenly started searching for a Ford Bronco in Seattle after that comment.
@petetabor49743 жыл бұрын
the back of her jersey better say Bronco at EWS
@Fluidride3 жыл бұрын
HAHAH ok this is now the dream. I love it -Linnea
@polishguywithhardtospellna82273 жыл бұрын
So how are you gonna teach me to bunny hop? -"We gonna use bull shit, as a motivation, to help you put your back into it" What!?