How To Ride Berms Fast!! - Mountain Biking Tutorial

[@SethsBikeHacks]

GoPro + Rake = DIY Drone

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Alternatively DIY widow maker if not done careful.

[@Twk_186]

Seth's Bike Hacks hello Seth 😅😅😅

[@camacoyote8357]

Hi

[@MikeT-vs5cl]

Surprised GoPro hasn't seen this and "developed" their own "rake" for $200

[@Whitehawkvisionfilms]

Hah! Agreed, but the penalty for failure could be a Darwin Award!

[@bkxc]

Solid! I've never thought of pumping a berm. Going to have to try it next time!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

+BK-XC watch out, your gimbal might not be able to handle the extra speed you'll be carrying down the trail.

[@bkxc]

SHREDDED INTO PIECES, DAMMIT PHIL!!

[@mtbking9215]

Make sure you do a wheelie when you come out of the turn :D

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Water-logged berms need pumping, sometimes.

[@BobMaulucci]

These are great Phil, and I especially like the coloring done over the shots. Really helps explain visually what you are teaching. Thanks!

[@arlingtonguy54]

Phil gets right to it. No blah blah blah before the content. That’s much appreciated.

[@Whitesnake2]

Best 'riding berms' vid out there Phil. Love the 'rake cam' views. Great thinking!

[@MartianGopnik]

A berm is a valley, turned on its side! Cosmic. :-o

[@SkillsWithPhil]

It's a true fact.

[@anendlessgrove196]

This video got me excited. Now I already know how to ride berms, but now I know how to SHRED berms. Thanks Phil for making great videos and amazing titles.

[@spencerpras]

Great editing Phil, really helps get your points across!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thank you, that's really good feedback, I'm glad to hear you think so.

[@CalvinBrockingtonArtistry]

As new trail biker I’m really appreciating your videos. Watching them more than once.

[@MB-dz5hx]

As always on your videos - excellent visualisation of the key Points. In addition to your biking skills, presentation is one of your top skills ! You nailed it again !

[@georgemuntean8946]

Wow! Your editing is on point!

[@mesk412]

Awesome video! You have a knack for teaching.

[@catg9196]

This is very informative. Thanx! Can't wait to try it this weekend. I'd ride almost everyday if I can. But working for a living gets in the way. So tutorial likes these somewhat shorten the "trial and error". Awesome!!!

[@PeterCPRail8748]

Phil fantastic step by step tutorial loved the overhead shot idea as well as all the graphic work you put into highlighting the transitions and varying speed needed for good flow.

[@thesupernad]

This is the best perm video I've watched. Thanks!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Be sure you watch the video on how to ride flat turns, after watching this one. :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKOriJeJmL9ji9E

[@0fficer47]

Skills With Phil major props on camera angle. Very creative.

[@mrtominboulder]

The rake trick... brilliant!

[@goatio007]

Back watching this again 3 years later Thanks Phil

[@geenaleonard1022]

I took a bad fall on a burm yesterday so looked this up and turns out I have been riding TOTALLY INCORRECTLY! I'm ready to hit it hard and fast now I know how I should be doing it! Thanks!

[@mustgofaster6545]

Awesome video. The green and red colors helped to convey where and when to apply/reduce pressure

[@THE_WEEKEND_WARRIOR2013]

Your rake-drone footage looks great!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Definitely did not expect the footage to work that well.

[@THE_WEEKEND_WARRIOR2013]

Skills With Phil I had a cheap flexy tripod like that but it broke. What brand is the one you use?

[@haydenlai5192]

Watched this video, followed all the steps and I was able to do it!

[@rgmtb]

Wow man! The detail in this video is outstanding! I was riding today filming and mentioned that I was applying my "Phil's Skills" to the corners HAHA ;-)

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thanks Gene. There was a little bit more that I could have added but wasn't sure how to put it in there. All of the videos are taking a bunch of ideas and trying to figure out the best way to communicate them. Often that's the hard part.

[@lasagna3084]

Thanks for breaking these techniques down like you do.Application of Phil’s Skills is paying dividends for me!

[@cmlisojo3182]

I slid and fell on a turn because I hit the brakes as I was starting to turn and lean in. Obviously I fell hard and had a slight concussion! I couldn't ride for a week. Hitting the brakes before a turn is super important. Thanks for the skills and tips!

[@AdamDemas]

woah, thumbs up for Rake cam! I saved this video to watch again and again.. Thanks!

[@timinno]

Really clear and concise. Visually excellent too. Great stuff Phil.

[@nickrogers6441]

I'm enjoying your way of teaching these tips. Very intuitive.

[@stevenkilleen8149]

I am coming form motocross background yesterday was my first day at Mt creek this is where I struggle going fast in berms def gonna practice

[@cornishcactus]

Looking to improve my basic skills so going back over these classic vids. must say that arrow going behind the plants at 0:40, very classy. OK, back to the vid

[@illgazillion]

Rake: innovation at its finest.

[@LesssIsMore]

Great Video!! Creative with the COLORS and with the go pro in the trees. Thanks so much. Explaining how to practice and explaining how the berms are "A Valley turned on it's side", you really know how to explain complicated things in an easy way. You should be really proud of your creative ways.

[@ulfleis9611]

you're awesome as always 👌 Thanks for providing those clips!

[@tesscoffman5093]

Loove the rake-camera rig!

[@48Nugget]

Hi Phil - Hope you're good. Studies going well? Just want to say that I think all of your videos are great but this one is a particular favourite. To a newbie like me clear, comprehensive explanations are key and all your instruuctional videos are exactly that. Clear commentary, good use of colour when appropriate, introduction of helpful concepts e.g. "Berms are just a valley turned on its side" - fantastic! I may be a bit late to the party (I'm 48!) but I am loving MTB riding and your videos - instructional or from a trail somewhere or other - have greatly enhanced the whole experience for me. THANKS!

[@JoelTGM]

Thanks for your great videos as always!

[@connylaurine745]

Your channel is gold.

[@omaha919]

1:51-2:08 can't wait to put this to use, THANKS!

[@ScottHaneyHello]

Great video series! Glad I'm not the only one who favors turning to the left. I've always had the hardest freaking time leaning to the right (whether biking, skiing, etc.), so I guess I'll just have to practice, practice, and practice some more to that side.

[@BogdanKasp]

Best explanation I've ever seen on KZbin 👍🏻🤙

[@dasmorbo3508]

Again, a really great explanation on physics and technique. Cudos for the GoPro hack!

[@mrsmartypants_1]

Really appreciate your vids Phil. Thank you.

[@vmmusa1234]

Great video. Im just now learning how to do this. My local trails are finally building more jumps and berms, lots of fun.,

[@BuildWealthCanadaPodcast]

Excellent teaching. Thanks!

[@Somber.Killer]

Phil you have inspired me to get back into riding!

[@MrNat916777]

Wow great video! I should have watched it before going to a bike park for my first time and crashing twice in the first 5 berms...

[@tomeetjerry]

Excellent position of the camera. Thanks for sharing !

[@frosty64cb]

Another helpful video, well explained and demonstrated.. good job Phil.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@garywilson7745]

Thanks for all the work you do making these great videos Phil.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

+Gary Wilson thank you Gary, really appreciate it :)

[@jamiehamilton3253]

Great vid! I always forget to pump the berm as I'm usually concentrating on trying to get my body position right. So seeing the red ( pump ) green ( un-weight ) zones was really helpful. cheers!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Eventually it'll just come naturally and you won't have to focus so much on it. When that happens berms will fear you :P

[@mcpotato1232]

Awesome video! keep up the good work!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

+mcpotato123 thank you MC potato, happy trails my friend!

[@RonnRider]

Love you style bro! You, Seth and your crew are my absolute fave's! Cheers

[@bijankhadembashi1016]

The green/red lines were really neat, nice edit!

[@ianrice1778]

Great video. My favorite part is the respect he showed for the bird.

[@stephnicaise]

Your channel is incredible man! Thanks for all the tips!

[@cmdmd]

INGENIOUS WAY to photograph the top-down view. GG

[@peejosity0]

Top stuff Phil! Good work!

[@DavidMcKeeSmith]

love the rake cam!

[@cyclingdane101]

great video! as always. awesome idea with the ariel view 😁

[@FloridaTrailrider]

Thanks again Phil. I really need work in this department. Keep up the good work.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

You're not alone, we all could use work on different skills. Thanks for the comment.

[@ColinBarling]

Smart Rake Trick Mate Excellent Video

[@beerenmusli8220]

Awesome Video!!!!Awesome Creation!!!!

[@MrMountain707]

Awesome video man. Helped me alot. Keep it up!

[@VIPERS0003]

I recently discovered this channel and man... I love it. The way you explain, the way you ride, the editing... Very nice work! I have a channel where i do some tutorials too and I know the work behind each video, regards form spain!

[@BLAKEISHart]

Love the rake mount

[@GAmtb]

Phil, I love all your videos. And you got me thinkijg outside the box.

[@andremikhelson2192]

Yo this is going to help me soooooooo much thanks man keep the good work up

[@SkillsWithPhil]

I'm glad to hear that, have fun out there.

[@zomambik]

( yet another) Great quality tutorial! Like in some of your other videos, the additional layer graphics takes it to another level. Also different angles of the same shot, examples of doing things badly, repeats of critical sections etc. So much educational thought and skill goes into it. Last, but not least - I really like your choice of background music. When I practice bunny hopping I swear I can hear in my head that track from that "learning how to bunny hop" tutorial :) Thanks!

[@poshpickle9024]

🙂

[@markkligerman9558]

Super great advise thanks Phil. I have an idea for a new video. How to stop bad habits. For instance I have this urge to brake in the middle of the turn. I know I need to stop but somehow can't.

[@schuletrip]

Excellent video.. happy to subscribe and improve my mountain biking

[@rrm155]

Good stuff, Phil! On both the video and the rake.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thank you Robert. Judging by the spelling I don't suppose you're related to the other Macaskill? :P

[@rrm155]

I like to say he's a distant cousin 😉

[@brownyboybikes672]

Just started watching your videos they are so sick keep it up

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thank you for the kind words. Welcome aboard!

[@brownyboybikes672]

Skills With Phil omg np

[@allenkvextreme]

i loved this video, very valuable advice

[@ghostofoutlaw]

Another awesome video dude! Excellent use of the rake haha

[@cragbum87]

Rake and a GoPro... That's a new one. Great video as always Phil... or maybe I should be calling you Coach.

[@workhorsemtb7075]

You are the king Phil

[@changounchained2648]

Phil, you are awesome! Thanks for the tips man! :D

[@jordidiego2149]

Great video! As always

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thank you Jordi.

[@Kcducttaper1]

Great tips! Also, check out the condition of the berm before you barrel into it too fast. Things like erosion, rocks, roots, lose dirt, etc can all affect your line and speed. I chucked it into a berm that looked good at the beginning, then turned out to be eroded pretty bad later in the berm. I ended up flying off the top about 3/4 through.

[@kazebirotarius6893]

That Video nailed it. Your explanation is excellend. i subscribe your channel immediately. I think that was the best video i found.

[@BosephusBigelsworth]

This is excellent.

[@magicmacify]

Nice video. Nailed it!

[@trentblackburn8003]

Any advice on when your front wheel blows through the top of the berm before the whale-tail? Asking for a friend...

[@tennisthelegend]

How much pressure do I put on the back brakes when I'm turning?

[@adcashmo]

Great tips. However, I think I discovered something on a flow trail today which goes against all advice I have heard: I SAT on the saddle (saddle obviously lowered) all the way through a berm with my pedals flat, riding the top all the way round. I have never cornered faster nor felt so stable. This technique also seems easier on the legs as you're not fighting, thereby saving energy for tougher features. I was mind blown but I can't find anyone else discussing this!

[@MrFinality69]

Dope af stash my dude!

[@estebanguerra3073]

Hi Phil, I'm getting a good deal for a brand new 2016 Trek Superfly 9.7, it retails for $2899 and at my local shop its currently at $2400. I do most of my riding in hard gravel without any jumps, do you think its a good bike or what else would you recommend. Thanks!

[@TCENDURO]

Awesome Video thank you!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

You're very welcome, thank you for commenting.

[@cragbum87]

Can we get video on techniques for wet or winter riding? I'm up in Canada and right now the trails are mush. I feel like it's time to put the bike away for the season but that's such a bummer. I'd love to eek out some winter and spring rides if possible.

[@timzippenfennig2892]

Great video 👍🚲

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thanks man!

[@thiagogabriel539]

I hope you did not harm any animals in this video XD Another great video, im already looking forward to the next

[@SkillsWithPhil]

No animals were harmed in the making on of this video I promise!

[@godswitness3105]

Loved your trick! Mount the Gopro to a rake and hang it in a tree! I wonder how many people looked at you riding along, holding a rake! Sweet

[@neuk01642]

Phil and anyone else who fancies answering. I'm a bit of a late comer to mountain biking but loving how different it is as a discipline to road riding. Regarding berms. Where is your body during the berm? In my last few visits to my local bike park I've been noticing I tend to slide back on the bike so I'm much more over the rear wheel, like I would be on a descent. Is this right or should I be aiming to keep my body and weight much more central over the bike? I have a feeling I should be to maintain traction across both wheels but I didn't know if missing something. Like I said, any and all advice welcome. This noob needs direction! Cheers Matt

[@calebm.5698]

neuk01642 you should try to put your weight pretty central, but if it’s a steep trail you don’t want to get far forward on the bike. I would put your weight a little more forward then on a flat section to give your front tire grip, but still stay back on the bike. Keep your knees bent and your eyes on the trail in front of you as well. Good luck!

[@neuk01642]

Caleb M. Thanks man. Confirmed what I thought.

[@dtheopha]

did you make the next video - how to apply this on the trails?

[@adrians.7489]

Nice Phil nice!!

[@veg11e]

dude i know this is old but that is so helpful

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Old video but the information still is relevant :)

[@willyjaybobindy3402]

Great video, but could you do one on pedal position when riding through berms? Where I live, some of the trail systems have very loose soil, often with gravel over hard pack, so it’s hard to know sometimes whether to keep the pedals level or to put the outside foot down…

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Here's a cheat sheet: Good traction - keep feet level Bad traction (loose soil) - drop outside pedal.

[@brettungvari]

This is something I struggle with. Wanna get faster in those turns!

[@Marco-li7sd]

Nice video!

[@N8TOH_TheeOffice]

Dr. Phillllllllll!!! Lesss Gooooooo!!!!!!

[@piciu256]

I find myself pumping the berms but in result of that, dragging the rear brake to keep my speed in check 😅 how do I fix that and is it a bad thing to begin with?