How To Gain Speed On PumpTracks & Trails - How To Pump A Bike

Pumping is such a fun & useful skill to learn for mountain biking and bmx. In this video we go over the theory of pumping and explain how to get more speed on rollers and bumps by using your body weight to accelerate.
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0:00 Intro & Overview
0:27 Lesson Plan
1:47 Common Mistakes
2:30 Pumping Technique
5:01 April Practicing
6:10 Talking About Timing
7:38 Aprils Best Run
8:53 Applying To A Mountain Bike Trail
9:57 Pump vs No Pump
10:34 April Pumping MTB
11:30 Lessons Learned & Overview
12:51 Full Speed Run!

[@CodaHale]

I watched this video when it came out and the cueing around hip position relative to the rear axle was something I’d literally never heard before. Since then I’ve been giving it a shot on the trails and it’s like hitting boost pads in Mario Kart. This video totally changed the way I look at trails. Thank you for that.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thats so awesome! Glad that it helped :)

[@rcranes2227]

it's funny, because the first tutorial I saw was Lee and Alex's from Joy of bikes, and they explain this as a row-counter row motion. however, the end result of the counter row is essentially the same, it moves your hips back when it's time to pump. and the other advice here to not go too far back is addressed with the row motion on the upward side of the berm. I moved from a small 27.5 inch bike to a medium 29er and noticed immediately I wasn't as fast on the track. i wonder if the linger chainstay on the larger back is just far enough that my hips aren't going back enough. I can still pump and accelerate, just not as easily.

[@bebotivo]

I've seen several tutorials on pumping, but, yours is the only one that gives enough detail to 'get it.' The best by far- thanks!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Wow, thanks! I love pump tracks and pumping trails so much and I just wanted to help you guys learn it. I hope it is easy to apply :)

[@m.muzinski7842]

This is it! What bebovito siad. I started riding this year.. I watch tons of skills tutorials.. like really tons.. all parts of the world.. great youtubers often amazing riders.. they know how to ride and make videos.. but K&A tutorials are godsend! Your have something special to this.. and I mean I understand and catch some details better.. it is explained better.. in order.. I think it is really April, her trust in you.. but also you being really careful with her and the blend of your explanations for her and simultaneously for us.. the only thing that can beat you is real life instructor taking me for a spin.. directly correcting my riding.. with years of experience and tricks that they rather not show on internet. Great great stuff!

[@Junnanma]

100%

[@steezymtb5876]

Agreed. The slow motion, stopped frame explanations really offered something better than the generic "just pump with your legs" - explanation that similar videos usually offer.

[@lanceb247Upload]

Yeah, thanks for this-I hit the local pump track with a another video for guidance but didn’t get beyond simply maintaining speed… your additional detail and explanations about the weight transfer are clearly what I was missing. Looking forward to trying it out on the track!

[@ashikislam232]

I think I see a lot of comments saying how great of a teacher Kyle is(which he is), but what about the fact that April is such a great student!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

I totally agree! She is the best student ever :)

[@philso7872]

@@AprilRideMTB she is a great student because she trusts you and she is not afraid to fail.

[@owen551]

Amount of subdivisions in the video really demonstrate how much this guy actually ares about the quality of his videos and the viewer’s experience watching. Appreciate it.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Owen! Yeah we are trying to really help people out and not just make stuff for views. I am really glad you can tell :) Thanks for watching!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Hope you guys enjoy this one! Pumping is seriously my favorite riding skill and teaching April how to do it on the trail had me so stoked! I actually learned by building a really tiny pumptrack in my yard as a teenager, has anyone else ever built a track or do you have any plans to?

[@theun-knownmusician5468]

Kyle & April - Ride Mtb nope I live in the UK where it’s boring

[@arecki227pl9]

pumping but on flat ground

[@garyindiana2127]

I live in LA where open space doesn't really exist, plenty of curb cuts tho!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Curb cuts are actually such a great training tool!

[@sherriwarner4425]

My husband & I are actually in the process of planning to build 1 now 🙋🏼‍♀️ I can’t wait to get it done & start practicing

[@QueadlunnRau]

I'm in my mid 40's and having a blast mountain biking, your tutorials are making things safer for me as I'm trying everything out trying to use technique vs just holding on for dear life.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thats so cool to hear! Thats our goal for sure, just help people feel safer, ride more, and have a positive outlet :)

[@tillsy23]

yeah I'm in the same age group and learning from scratch too lol, we don't bounce back up like we used to lol

[@adsensedd]

Me too mate, in my 40's but learning a lot from these videos. April is picking up these skills so fast, it's fun to watch,

[@_I.M.T.B_]

Yep. Same here too. Have the videos ready in my library whenever I go to work on a technique.

[@jaysunoscalleigh2382]

Just dinged 51 and these videos are super helpful in teaching good technique while 12 to 25 year old me remembers BMX and mountainbiking.

[@BigMtnRyder]

Told a guy at work about your channel and he said he just found it himself. Right on... he agreed, you have such a great dynamic between the two of you. It really helps people see and understand better than listening to ProBro’s talk. Thanks!! 👊🏽

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thats so rad! Thank you for the nice words too! we are just trying to have fun and keep things value focused rather than another look at me channel. Thanks for being a part of it :)

[@sawfeat]

My 8 year old daughter (Akaylia) LOVES you guys! She is just starting mountain biking and said, quote, "I want to be as good as April one day and then become the best mountain biker in the world". Thanks for your vids, you're an inspiration for Akaylia. :)

[@AprilRideMTB]

Wow that is so awesome, thank you for sharing!!! I am glad that I can be someone that she can look up to and learn from :)

[@jo-anneyau8570]

My 7 year old daughter also loves you guys! She went from training wheels last summer to a geared mtn bike this year, and is already practicing manuals (and other stunts that make me proud but also terrified). April: Thank you for being such an inspiration to girl riders!!

[@sierr4echo805]

These lesson videos are just fantastic! So insightful and clear. All the comments about you being a great coach are spot on, Kyle. What makes it even better is that you're a great demonstrator, April. I realise you both put a lot of time into your parts but in the edit the difference in April's body position is so clear to see and make it easy for the viewer to understand what Kyle has said. That's a real plus and it's not easy to do because people always think their movements are more dynamic than they actually are. It kinda involves exaggerating movements but not so much that it looks forced. Such a strong pairing for teaching. Plus you seem like really cool people. Well, fanboying over!! Thanks for the content, I'm already riding better as a result :)

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you so much for such a nice comment! We are so glad to be helping and even though its a lot of work hearing that it helps you guys makes it all worth it :) Thanks for supporting us and watching!!

[@tnordquist3296]

I agree. This is the next best thing to doing a group class, where you get to see coaching of what others are doing right, wrong, correcting and applying in real time. Sometimes I think I learn as much from watching others learn as I do by practicing it myself.

[@BrennanBrandt]

These tutorials are the best! Kyle being a great coach who explains very well, seeing April improve through each video and the long run because of it, and also the input from her learning the skill on "what clicks" is a huge help! Awesome channel!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you like them! Thank you so much for the nice words Brennan! Its a lot of work but seeing the response has been so cool and makes it all worth it for sure :)

[@MartyMeyerdierks]

You guys are becoming my favorite mtb channel! Love the content, your style of coaching, and April's feedback!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Wow, thanks Marty! We are trying are best to make these things happen and its been so cool to see the response! Thanks for the support!

[@ononewheel7]

Best channel out there imo!

[@bobhoyt4845]

I've been following your training videos and have really seen improvement in my riding. Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Love your vids.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Love that! Thats so awesome Bob! Thanks for watching :)

[@FlowConsciously]

WHERE ARE THE JERSEYS AND GLOVES? I WANT TO PROMOTE YOU GUYS EVERYWHERE! Seriously - AWESOME explanations!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you!!!! Announcement next week for our merchandise! We just got the trademark stuff in yesterday! Thanks for the nice comments and always being so supportive :)

[@mrpauledwards]

@@AprilRideMTB PLEASE make sure merch is available in the UK!

[@jddallager1699]

@@AprilRideMTB Kyle and April: Please continue to keep the same humble, extremely well-explained/demonstrated, and "useful to the millions of everyday MTB'ers" vids that you're now doing. Watching April progress so quickly because of Kyle's teaching methods gives great credence to what you're doing and to us "less than above-average MTB'ers"!!!! You're on your way to WAY over 100K subscribers.....stay the same!!!!!

[@prospectmmapod]

@@mrpauledwards Yes UK

[@256gej]

8:45 - "Yeah it's going to be a little bit different..." - Kyle but kinda the same. - Seth

[@JH09SUMIT]

Hahahha nice one

[@randydrew1444]

Drama!!!

[@FlowConsciously]

ABSOLUTE BEST EXPLANATION OF PUMPING I'VE SEEN! Every video you release I UNDERSTAND more about how to use my body on the bike!! AMAZING! I've invested at LEAST 100 hours into video tutorials and learning to ride over the last 2.5 months and THERE IS NOT BETTER or there! Thank you both so much! GREAT job in helping us understand! Seriously... Thank you!

[@danconyers4653]

Best pumping tutorial ever…and I’ve seen a TON of them. Thanks Kyle & April!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Great to hear!

[@martyleyeti]

Did Kyle study Pedagogy or something close ? April is a gifted student for sure. But Man, this guy can definitively explain things and pass knowledge to someone like no one else #LovefromFrance #PassItOn

[@AprilRideMTB]

Haha thank you! No I actually even got kicked out of highschool for being a bad student because I was so bored in class. I really wanted to be a professional rider and studied the best guys so much along the way. Its funny because I am not naturally gifted as an athlete and needed to make sure I was doing everything perfect to have a chance at the races. So glad that people are finding these videos helpful though :)

[@martyleyeti]

@@AprilRideMTB Here in France, some say that there are no bad students just bad teachers. I think you are very smart. At least you made the best of this bad teacher teaching boring stuffs by making dope useful videos

[@Gabesafish]

You’re a great teacher Kyle!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you think so! Thank you so much!!

[@Woodified]

My kids were pretty excited to watch this video as we have been trying to learn to ride our local pump track. During the common mistakes section my kids self identified what they're doing wrong. We can't wait to get out and practice. Thank You!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

That is awesome! That makes me so stoked! Thanks for sharing!!

[@Junnanma]

Really love how you break down into the details of the body positions in every tutorial, which helps so much more compared with all the other video tutorials out there. Keep up the good work!

[@AprilRideMTB]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching and being supportive of us :)

[@thepom88]

I love the way you guys break it down so well. Makes it so easy to understand!

[@simon-marie-claudeauthier-7934]

I caught myself pumping my legs in my sofa while watching April going through the BMX park section. Wanted her to get it so bad! I had my head moving forward too when she was going up the slopes. Hahaha. Love the videos! Please keep it up. Going riding tomorrow AM!! Cant wait to find a ''pumpable'' section. :-)

[@AprilRideMTB]

Haha just like a video game!

[@boydkyle]

Great vid as always...but I am blown away at the comment section. Most positive KZbin comments section ever - a reflection of y'all's outlook and content. Thanks for such outstanding work!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Kyle! Yeah we seriously can't believe how supportive people have been and I think its really just because we are trying to focus on providing value first and not trying to be fake or spammy. We just want this to be a fun place where people can learn in a positive environment and take a break from everything else. Thank you for the nice comment too! We will keep them coming :)

[@brucemilmont6455]

Great lesson. I wish I had a pump track to practice. I love the sound April makes when something surprises her, it is so cute. It makes me smile!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Haha thanks Bruce :)

[@andreliem]

Just found your channel a week ago and it’s been super helpful. Have a 8 year old, 5 year old who have been on the local pump track all summer and your videos are helping the whole family. Great instruction and April is an awesome student! Keep them coming.

[@j.l.5966]

Holy damn, this is the best pump track how-to I’ve seen so far. Love the trail applications. I have a “pump” section on my favorite trail that leads to a nice gap jump. I’ve always taken the B line because I could never get enough speed on the pumps to clear the gap. Can’t wait to try this out next time. Keep up the awesome videos you two 🤙

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks for the nice comment J.L! This one was really fun to make and I hope it helps you guys out on the trail :)

[@kelseyyu2144]

OMG! This video is the clearest and easiest to understand I’ve ever watched. And you kind of pointing out what problems I have and confused. April is really a quick learner! That’s really awesome!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching Kelsey :)

[@jaysunoscalleigh2382]

All of your videos on repeat! Thanks!

[@richdrewtherideseries]

ANOTHER killer vid you two!! It's so rad to see the growth of the channel and read through the comments. So stoked that you're able to now get in front of so many people and get them dialed on these basic techniques. Rob has some feedback coming for you in regards to the manual vid, you're gonna dig it! Keep it up!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you so much Rich!!! You are awesome and we are stoked to have your support!

[@serpent7677]

Kyle your Positivity in teaching Biking skills get everyone Pump up including April...Ballistic!!! u guys Rock!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you so much! Its been an absolute blast teaching her and i am so proud of what an amazing student she is! Thank you guys for watching!!!

[@50mtb44]

Kyle is a natural teacher. Excellent descriptions, corrections, examples, and graphics. Best MTB training on KZbin.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Appreciate that! Thank you so much for the nice comment :)

[@nhung7592]

Thank you so much, Kyle & April, for these awesome mtb tutorials! Your instructions and explanations are crystal clear at showing the mechanics behind the skill. Love the helpful freeze-frames with call-outs and comparison images. Your videos gets me amped for the next ride! 🚵🏻‍♀️

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you like them!! Thank you so much Nhung! We are so happy to be helping people!

[@bmxracinginjapan]

Best explanation i've seen. Most leave out the parts about getting your weight back and pushing forward with the legs. Thumbs up

[@alfadoesstuff.4256]

I’ve been waiting for this forever. Thanks for your tutorials they are the best out there. Finally got a few feet of air properly thanks to your tutorials! Keep it up 👍

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad to help! Nice work Alfa!!

[@garethjones2081]

ANOTHER great video !!!! I’m 40 and picking up my MTB after many years off it, your coaching style & the confidence that April has in what you are saying, and seeing the huge leaps forward in her riding has given me the confidence to push myself too ! I’m getting there and will keep watching!!!! Great job guys. Gaz (UK)

[@AprilRideMTB]

That is awesome! Thanks so much for watching Gaz!!!

[@JimFlanneryDRONES]

I wish I had known you 70 years ago. I'm too old and brittle now! But I really got some good pointers on how to CORNER from you, so I'm still grateful for that!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Jim :)

[@OneDeltaMike]

So much to learn ! We don’t have a pump track near me, but I’m already picturing a few trails with some rollers to go learn on. Once again you guys are helping a huge number of people learn something new or improve a skill. Thanks again!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Have fun Dave! Thanks for watching! Yeah its been so crazy to see the response!!

[@johnsplendido3556]

I have been working on pumping this year. Sometimes it works. Sometimes not. Now I know why. Body positioning. So well explained. Thank you. Nice work both of you. ...and watching Kyle pump through the track was crazy. I’ve got a long way to go. Challenge accepted.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thats awesome John! Hope it helps next time you head out :) I am such a visual learner and once someone explained the how to me it all clicked so hopefully I can do the same for you :)

[@jimmyjohns1998]

Haven't watched yet but guarantee its going to be great!!!! (been loving these progression videos).

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you so much! We hope its helpful!

[@noniecabrera]

You're one great teacher/mentor/coach Kyle - well structured and clear instructions. April is a great student - fast learner, listens very well and works on feedback...we've been sharing your tutorials to our mtb group here in Sydney....always looking forward to the next one!!! Big thanks for sharing!!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Wow, thank you Nonie! We really appreciate you watching and sharing :)

[@dylanwhite5932]

These are far and away the best MTB instructionals on here. I really appreciate the attention to detail and the quality; thanks a lot for doing them!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you! 😊

[@winchestertonfieldville8973]

You two always manage to keep things fresh and interesting! Beautiful 💕 for biking ...and each other. Loving these coaching videos! April, you are a quick study! Kyle, seriously amazing coach.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks so much Rose!!

[@stuartlawrence4409]

Kyle & April, great to see your continued growth and support from the biking community in what your are doing. Have commented in the past and reiterate that the way you are breaking down the skills, showing and comparing body positions, drawing lines, explaining cause/effect, highlighting common mistakes, and watching the progression has been great for myself and to pass on to my son. Watching the 'how to pump' tutorial revealed more key tips, particularly those hips just past the rear axle (more than just legs pumping down!). Look forward to some jump tutorials, and also help with progression handling transition from blue to black (steepness) jumps in the future. Best wishes, Stuart

[@natedawgg77]

Another great video. You guys are killing it. I have been noticing that you and all other really good riders seem to “float” on the trail while I seem to just “plow” through it. I guess this is what they are all doing to stay light on the bike and make the terrain work for you. Thank you so much for the awesome content. You guys are awesome

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks so much Natahan! Yeah this is exactly what the pro guys are doing down the whole trail and in the enduro race video this is what i was kind of talking about when i was saying pumping :)

[@johnlaw5762]

My mate keeps pulling away from me on the rollers without pedaling, now I know why. Thanks, awesome again

[@AprilRideMTB]

Hopefully you can surprise him now! haha

[@ericcoppola]

just had a lesson yesterday and this IS REALLY helpful to fill in the questions i had. great coaching !!! great student - keep it up!!!!

[@OurCognitiveSurplus]

Man, I watched this video and PBed every sector on my fav downhill run. This channel is the best. So much fun!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you enjoy it! That is so rad! Nice work!!

[@helenecaron743]

I like April's advice at the end of the video. it's my goal this season to take the time to practice and not just go for a ride because sometimes it goes too fast and I keep making the same old mistakes. your videos help me a lot! ❤️

[@AprilRideMTB]

Love that! Thanks so much for watching Helene :)

[@rolpal619]

Well done, Coach K. 👍🚵🏼‍♂️

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you!!! this one was super fun for me :)

[@shaunreed2884]

Pumping is probably one of my favorite things to do on the trail. Definitely adds to the fun. Keep killin it you two.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Shaun!

[@OverTheHillAthlete]

Thank you…thank you…thank you!!! For making this video. I have been struggling making it threw the local flow trail without having to pedal. I was getting really frustrated. I am at the flow trail now, and after watching this video I made it all the way without pedaling, first try. You’re awesome!!!

[@jonchaochao4567]

man! this video answered all my questions about pumping and even applied it to trail riding, so cool! thank you guys!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Great to hear!

[@markkligerman6861]

This is so helpful. I really think Kyle is the best instructor and April is a super good student! I've been riding for almost ten years and I can tell you the instruction you give is really helpful and I have improved!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you so much Mark!!!

[@blakestreet8460]

This video helped me get a lot faster on our local pump track. Thanks for the content!

[@arlo4127]

This is awesome. I've never really understood the concept of pumping before this. I'm super keen to use it on the trail; just like April I could never work out why I never kept pace with others in some areas! Very happy subscriber here!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Happy to help! Thanks so much for watching Arlo!!!

[@mattdebenham1924]

These are the best coaching videos I've found. You explain things really well :)

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Matt! Glad you are enjoying them :)

[@mikechavannes5357]

Another great video. You really have a talent for breaking these concepts down in a way very few people can. I've been riding for awhile, but your videos really help make things click. Thank you!

[@FifeFlow]

Great video! When I got a DJ and started going to my local pump track my mountain biking skills had a had a huge increase. Pumping is honestly the best skill for getting faster!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Totally agree! Pumping is a skill that unlocks so many things on the trail :) Thanks for watching!

[@Sandraa021]

Just bought my first mtb and your videos are so awesome for learning and understanding technique!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Great to hear!

[@vm013]

You are such a great teacher. Thank you!

[@mortenlund72]

Thanks again for a killer tutorial! Just wanted to let you know that I use a lot of your tips in my own classes as a mountain bike instructor for sports students who train to become alpine skiing instructors. There are so many things that can be transferred. Thanks again! It inspires us in Denmark. 👍😃

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thats so awesome! Thank you Morten :) Cool to know that its helping people in all kinds of ways!

[@mrpauledwards]

Once again, you guys take an area of MTB i struggle with (I thought pumping was just up and down), show what Im doing wrong, show how it looks as you progress, show what it looks like when done right. PERFECT!!! If you are going to release merch, please make sure we can get it in the UK!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you so much Paul!!! glad we can help shine a light on it :) The merch is gonna launch next week and we are super excited!!! It should be available all over Europe but I think the shipping is just a few dollars more. Keep an eye out though :)

[@Casrus27]

This is THE MOST informative/instructional video I’ve seen on pumping! Thank you so much for putting out such great content

[@AprilRideMTB]

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@KevinT3141]

You broke this down so well. I'm able to hold my speed over rollers but have never been able to accelerate, I'm confident that that's about to change.

[@denzilbart5882]

Your videos are absolutely brilliant. I've created what I call a Preride Watchlist for our clubs Beginners and encourage them to watch any or all of the videos before heading out to the trails. Sort of a mental warm-up that would help them fast forward their skill development. I must have watched your videos dozens of times now and it's made a Huge difference to my riding and confidence. Thanks for everything that you both do for the Global mountain biking community. Regards Denzil down in Cape Town South Africa

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks so much Denzil! We are glad to be part of your preride watch list and that we are helping you progress!

[@ryangregory1364]

All of your tutorials are definitely the best for beginners, it really helps seeing someone else in the same shoes and watching them progress.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching Ryan!!!

[@bobrose7900]

Great video again Kyle and well done April. This is a very rewarding technique when you get it right, and really helps improve your "connection" with the bike. Fantastic!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching Bob! Yeah pumping is such a valuable technique to learn for so many reasons!

[@notbitter8670]

Another excellent video guys, broken down simply, easy to understand. Love it!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for watching!

[@pebalsamo]

We just had the largest pump track in the nation build about 30 min from my house. My kids and I have been going out there a bunch. It is going to help all of us on the trails when we get back out there. Thank you for the great video, and great explanations of technique.

[@AprilRideMTB]

That is awesome Phil!!! I hope you and the kids have a blast and if you ever have any questions feel free to let us know!!

[@sksinha1]

Love these vids keep them coming! They’ve helped me out on the trails a ton thank you!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you like them! Thank you so much for watching!

[@ZeroP0int]

Utterly impressed with all your videos! I realized I'm here at home grinning and cheering April along while I'm watching her pickup the concepts in 2-3 tries! I felt like I was pretty descent at pumping from my BMX days but never excelled to the level of the experts and pros like your example. With this tutorial, I think I realized I wasn't quite back enough and pushing more with my legs. Can't wait to get out and apply these tips on the trail, but it'll be some time--I'm here recovering from... a fractured clavicle... Thanks for all your effort putting these together!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Oh no! Heal up Jamie! Thanks for watching and for the nice comment! I really hope this will help you out :)

[@ClintGriffin1]

Wow you guys! This is the best pumping tutorial video I have seen on KZbin and I have watched a lot. There was so much good stuff in the video I'm going to have to watch at least five more times before I even take it to the trail and then watch a few more times after that. I love pumping on the trail and I'm not bad at pumping but now I know I'm not good at pumping ☺️. I can't wait for the follow-up video on pumping turns!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Wow, thank you! It was a lot of fun to make this one because pumping is my favorite thing and kind of a specialty haha. Its so fun and helpful to learn how to carry speed through rough sections and over bumps on the trail! Hope this one helps you out! Thanks for watching!

[@ClintGriffin1]

The video was even better the second time through. I noticed Kyle's heel and toe position. Heels down when pumping the downs and toes down while going up.

[@bruceeastman]

Thanks for the inspiration and instruction. I went to the pump track this morning to try it out and wow, it is a blast! All of these videos are great, very clear and instructive step by step. Clearly April is a very good athlete to pick these up as quickly as she does. (with good instructions!)

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Bruce! Yeah she is such a quick learner :). Hope you had fun!! Keep it up!

[@KTMGUY95]

Appreciate you both being so down to earth.. good lessons and fun to watch!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks for watching!

[@AndreaI420]

Another video with great tips..thank you both!

[@tjones0774]

Really enjoy the videos you guys make, they always have good detail & both of you do a.great.job explaining the little things that make a big difference.

[@breckknight8777]

Thank you for sharing. These are the best tutorials available.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Breck!

[@melortega6228]

Dang April u r such a quick learner...and Kyle u are such an awesome teacher.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Mel! We have been having a ton of fun doing these :)

[@JohnDuboisPlus]

Fantastic, the “keep the tires on the ground” is how I learned to pump, but the explanation in this video around chin over bars and shifting weight behind axle makes it something that I can try to improve with specific techniques. Super stoked to try this out this weekend. I love pumping berms (we have more drops and berms on my local trail than rollers) so I am excited for the cornering 2 content you talked about.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks John! Yeah i think we are gonna film cornering pt 2 this monday! Cant wait to share that one with you guys :)

[@Anthony74te27]

7:32 April nailed it! Thanks guys for awesome tips. I feel I'm getting so much better with mtb Technics,

[@AprilRideMTB]

Happy to help! Thanks for watching Anthony! They have been really fun to do!

[@BudoDave76]

Really good stuff. I recently discovered adding pumping to my trail and park riding and it's made a world of difference in the amount of speed I can maintain but also how much smoother the trail feels. On top of that, the action feels like it makes transitions to jumping much easier. Really eye opening stuff for someone who only dreamed about racing BMX as a kid.

[@AprilRideMTB]

It does make a huge difference! 😊

[@sas6045]

The combination of pumping and manual that Kyle is doing look so cool, one can tell that is an contagious feeling :)! I was a little skeptical by the beginning of video, but at the end I can say that is so nice to have such technique in ones arsenal. The pumping in pocket corner was completely new for me - thnx Kyle!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much! Yeah it feels so cool when you start to learn it :) hope it helps you out on the trail!!

[@cammoandy6498]

Wow your channel has gained so many subscribers in the last 6 months! Fully deserved with quality content....your ability to articulate each step of any skill is a real asset.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thank you! Yeah its been so crazy, we have gotten almost all of the subscribers in the past 8 weeks. Its been a wild ride but we are just happy to be helping people and are keeping that as our main focus :)

[@alimolly56]

Thanks so much! We are really enjoying your tutorials! Very inspiring.

[@AprilRideMTB]

So awesome, glad to hear when you guys try!

[@andreaseckert2351]

Excellent video again. Please continue. I'm learning so much.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thanks Andreas! Glad we are helping :) thanks for watching!

[@xfitgirl77]

Thanks you two! This was sooooo good. I really needed this. Especially after watching your video of the race and you were talking about pumping. I understand it now! Just have to practice to make the body “get” it.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thats awesome!!! Thank you so much for watching it! :)

[@Limestream73]

A good cup of coffee and a new Kyle & April video. What a perfect way to start of a Saturday morning and first day of vacation. Time to hit the Stockholm trails.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Thats so cool! Glad you are enjoying the videos! Have fun on the trails!!

[@explorebelow5528]

Thank you for posting this. Great tutorial. I like that you took it from the track to the trail.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!!

[@bouzouki2006]

Great explanation of pumping, thanks Kyle and April!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Our pleasure! Thank you so much!

[@samothspawn]

Thank you for the clear information. Giving me plenty of tools to work with and confidence with the thought out information that I can clearly recall when I am out on the trails

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching Raul!

[@simon-marie-claudeauthier-7934]

I used your tips today on a flatish/semi technical/ swervy section and I hand no necessity for pedaling to maintain adequate speed. On my second round, I actually had to brake as I took more speed then I could handle due to the pumping. Thanks for the awesome tips and vids!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

That's awesome! We love to hear about immediate improvement!!!

[@matthewnewton6495]

Thanks so much this helped me to get pumping in no time and made me go so much faster Love your videos

[@AprilRideMTB]

You're so welcome! Thats awesome to hear :)

[@calebdavenport1231]

I was just practicing this today! Time to go back out after I watch the vid and do better at it.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Awesome! Hopefully this really helps!!!!

[@OtRatsaphong]

Another great instructional video!!! Love the way you show the before and after on top of each other. 👍👍👍

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you liked it! its been really fun making these videos for you guys :)

[@JonathanHattrell]

Down at the pump track with my 13yo son. Watched the first 4 minutes (!) and it just clicked!! Awesome guys, thanks :-)

[@stevecabrera6718]

Wow crazy what a difference good coaching makes! Makes a beginner look like an expert time for the pump track!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Yeah its so crazy how everyone is pretty much capable of learning the right technique quickly if you can communicate in a way that makes sense to them. These tutorials have really helped April and I figure out how to work together and hopefully we can keep improving on them :)

[@stevecabrera6718]

@@AprilRideMTB ive actually noticed that and am actually starting to reconsider or modify the way i communicate with my girl friend as a result. Such a major factor but defintly a worth while factor to consider when teaching!

[@misterplissken]

You guys are awesome!! Thank you for all of your tutorials!!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Our pleasure! Thank you for watching them!

[@willshawyer7280]

Thank you! Very helpful video!

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for always watching and supporting us :)

[@donaldlahoda8693]

Top tier mtb tutorials. Thank you.

[@AprilRideMTB]

Glad you like them! Happy to help Donald!!!

[@marcovismara7746]

Now I can finally understand why I gain little speed with great effort. Too much pressure into the ground, instead of forward. The hip movement example made all this clear to me, thank you!