How To Use The Skid On MTB Trails | Essential Mountain Bike Skills

[@ftrujillomunizaga]

nothing beats blake cheering up blake 😂😂

[@Raumance]

Thumbs up if you want to hear Blake saying "Hjiar" more in future videos.

[@MrSandieman666]

Raumance hahahahah, YES. 😁

[@johncodling2371]

Nailed it!

[@colewalker3256]

Raumance omg yes

[@Rose_Butterfly98]

Our trails are usually gravelly and hard packed, you don't even need to grip the rear brake so hard to skid and it definitely doesn't ruin the trail.

[@Bugattilover39]

Can you do a video on how to roost? We need more.

[@finleyyymtb5776]

Done.

[@SibrenFetter]

I love his sense of humor, informative and entertaining.

[@FPVSuperPersuit]

The trail builders out there will appreciate what you said at the end of the vid. Excessive skidding in bike parks will accelerate trail wear and tear. If you can, reserve your skidding for the fire roads.

[@ulrikholm2804]

Fricking awesome!! That was a fun way of explaining "the skid"!😂 I am a Scandinavian, so I must be naturally allowed to skid! 😎 Thanks for the tricks!

[@gl1zzy999]

There's this steep paved pathway with super tight turns on it down a big hill near my house and it's so fun to skid along on the pavement with an old pair of bald tires and just skid down the whole place, it's more fun, and you're not even messing up trails! (I do it on trails sometimes, and it can be a blast skidding on wooden sections when they're wet because you get zero traction and you just keep all of your speed)

[@elnino4398]

I’ve been riding MTB and road for years now and I just discovered that the US has the brakes backwards (front brake on the left and rear brake on the right)

[@Mag.m]

El Jefé same in Germany

[@cgonzsb]

Dude in South America we use the rear brake on the right and the front on the left I thought it was a universal

[@NotTheLarryDavid]

Only the UK does it the opposite way as far as I know.

[@slapperdinky]

I never understood this. Since you put more pressure on the front brake and most people are right handed, it makes more sense to me for the front brake to be on the right (for right handed people at least). Also, motorbike front brake is on the right (all around the world?). What is the benefit of having front brake left?

[@screaminseaman6121]

If you're running a single speed, it's easy to remember right controls rear, shifting and brakes. Left is front and dropper.

[@tobiasstrehler6355]

Absolutely loving the vids with Blake

[@benj6879]

Are any of you from GMBN going red bull hardline in Dyfi valley in September

[@kevinstreet2966]

what a great mountain bike job dude

[@gtn1994]

Great video! Obviously it's best not to skid to maintain trails, but I still like to practice it on a few turns while I am out riding. That being said this video was really informative. BTW Blake's videos are the best!! Keep em coming!

[@lurawa]

"Aw man, as much fun as it looks, it is fun..." -Blake Samson, 2017 :))

[@Iheartdgd]

I had to rewind Lol

[@BeejadiNagraja_Praveen]

the scandilavian trick looks really handy for narrow ones as you say., im gonna practice them sooner :)

[@chrisve1999]

Sure it destroys tracks but it still is a lot of fun. I feel like i'm the only one who enjoyed the Video 😂 Good Job Gmbn

[@gtn1994]

This is the only video on skidding I have seen (I'm sure others will say there's a reason to that), but I truly enjoyed the video as well. Thumbs up to Gmbn

[@Janhartman74]

I’m gonna skid all trails to pieces!!!

[@pizzapet9325]

This break is sick

[@cyclomontdor7120]

Good ideas ! this tips is necessary

[@klinthortizuela4899]

Just bought a new bike, why does the stanchions of my fork decrease in size when I remove air?

[@sebastiansuppes6565]

Skids are for kids. The complex art of the two wheel drift is something that takes skill and effort.

[@rmccarty33]

Sebastian Suppes do you even ride bro!.. they both have there places.

[@sebastiansuppes6565]

TrekRider33 It was a joke bro

[@sebastiansuppes6565]

I probably ride more than you’d give me credit for

[@ethanromasanta3330]

Sebastian Suppes actually its kinda easy

[@Iheartdgd]

Ethan Romasanta it is, but most people don’t do it right.

[@FlowFinderUSA]

LOL the ending his hilarious!!!

[@sound7846]

For your next video you should show how to fix the damage done by a lot of people skidding around Corners

[@keithkreatives]

Amen brother. Really disappointed to find this video. I was actually searching for some content that explained why it's bad as I discovered some major damage today on a local trail. Pretty crappy that this video was the first to pop up

[@mrpappagone]

With you every manovre looks fun

[@nortonelectricians9165]

instead of a Scandinavian flick what about a straight up skid to get the back wheel out? how does that compare for time??

[@MusicMashupsTrends]

I like that shirt !

[@tomhornsey9738]

Juan Two Three I really want one

[@connorlashley1581]

what do you guys do with the old bikes after you get the new ones from your sponsors???

[@DestDroid]

I like these fun videos.

[@alannatrilha]

Os melhores vídeos são desse cara !

[@Francesco-wv9zx]

love this man

[@blaise9288]

for the next dirtshed show you should show the whole gmbn crew.

[@Sean-jg9ps]

"How to Piss of Trail Builders | Essential Mountain Bike Skills"

[@myleslaurin3051]

What year is that canyon?? That black on black looks amazing

[@hananmcpherson4941]

Missed the welcome back you beautiful people

[@RyB717]

Blake is so freaking awesome.

[@boneal4942]

Great content Blake Proper sick

[@chavoxo50]

Blake’s pro tip skid before every berm on the flow trail

[@peterpancho7915]

can you say the Scandinavian Flick is mostly for looks or does it actually make you hit the corners as fast as possible while still maintaining balance? thanks!

[@jandro1958]

Today I've recieved my new bike :). Although the rockshox suspension is super hard to compress, is it normal in a new bike?

[@jaredbowles4202]

Did you adjust the suspension for your weight?

[@jandro1958]

I've have followed sram's tutorial for sag, but with even 100 psi in the shock I'm unable to compress it. According to my weight, I shoud run 120 psi in the shock...

[@phabletfortyfour3457]

I'm probably too old but Scandinavian flicks mean something different to me👷! counter steering is what i call that move.

[@tallcali4010]

Because of cheering up yourself I subscribed

[@ignaciotorojimenez7042]

your so funny blake! keep that humor forever :)

[@edandolan8286]

Hey Blake on you next Lessing do a HOW TO SCANDY FLICK !!

[@salutarydreams520]

are disk brakes better for locking up the wheels?

[@migatron1]

Scandinavian flick with rooster tails flying out of the shorts!!! Bring goggles if you're trailing!!!

[@pintoproof5728]

i know how to do most things here, i am just here for the grate videos ! keep it up boys !

[@teriatric]

Is it my eyes or does that rear wheel deform quite badly at 2 minutes 40 seconds? Is it a 29 or 27.5?

[@glenngeffon9629]

Is hydraulic break preferable for trailing?

[@jeremyjones3370]

Yes, damn near essential

[@kurtdanniel8541]

thanks! it made me won a trail race !

[@woodstockpaul6066]

How do you use a skid responsibly without ruining trails? I would much rather use other techniques, even going a little slower if I have to in order to save the trails I ride. I respect and appreciate the work it takes to keep them up.

[@abstraddic0442]

Great dude Thank you...

[@its.charlie.1]

why do u have the back brake on the left????why???

[@zeeroll1806]

SLOW MOTION ABUSE !!! Love it :D

[@Leo_Inclan]

How do you guys survive putting your whole body over the handlebars? I tried once and got a top cap shaped bruise close enough to my crotch to never try it again.

[@joaofranca9334]

when you are riding alone 5:00

[@fabianliske5631]

The slomo shots are scary, i never thought the rear wheel would flex that much

[@gabcuyan1658]

does it ruin your mtb tyre??

[@lukerainford-jones7717]

What frame are you using in this video dude!?

[@G-MAN73]

how to you skip on a descent in the wet do you turn into the skip ????

[@justinalvarado7351]

I love watching you impressing yourself {:~)} Great Vid I have been waiting for a "how to skid vid"

[@jasperschoen4161]

my boxxer dh fork is leakign oil, what can the cause be and how do i stop it from leaking?

[@gmbn]

Sounds like it needs new seals. This is something you can do yourself if you are a confident mechanic, otherwise send off to a suspension service centre

[@gustwallman6009]

Haha, 5:00 Blake don't you have anny other friends to impress? :)

[@IBNZ]

why would you put your rear brake lever on the right side of the handle bar? That's just not left.

[@ChinesFPV]

Blake for u always thumb up!!!! U R funny dude.:D

[@abelg.michael4434]

#ASKGMBN what should get with me for safety I mean not helmet or...... I mean if I'm far from the city and I hurt my body so hard so what should I do and what should I get, but I I'm not alone I'm with friend.

[@glennmalaise2930]

what bike does he ride ? anyone ?

[@xandercoetzee9931]

That is cool love this vidio

[@mtbevolutionvalencarj5554]

Bom vídeo!

[@johnrambo7319]

What helmet size does Blake have please? Cheers

[@johnrambo7319]

#askgmbn

[@johnrambo7319]

#askgmbn what helmet size does Blake wear please. Cheers

[@sebastiansuppes6565]

Now everyone that creates and maintains trails hates Blake.

[@MultiAlxndr]

I build trails and skid on occasion. I build trails to have fun on not to pansy around on

[@charliewatkins6695]

Is This the video i asked for?

[@jamesconnell323]

I use the Skid“ all the time on the trails. It’s the noise you hear as I’m yelling “ Oh Shit “ followed by the, “ I’m O. K. “ 🤷

[@pin0teres]

The Shapeshifter on this Canyon seems to need a service - on last shot it looks half opened.

[@pintoproof5728]

i do skandinavian turns with out using the brake, its faster and more controled, when i notice i dont have enough strength to do so, i use the brake, its a greate racing skill ! i just wanted to look at the awesome blake riding

[@oldshreddies2080]

If you never skid, you must be just out. For a stroll. It happens, and it's just part of going down the hill.

[@IMoran20]

great video right hiyar

[@chrismcintyre_]

Are you able to lock up your front wheel? :P

[@respectablebogan3276]

Lol Blake cheering himself :)

[@starguardianstudio651]

But how u prevent breaking ur bearings

[@cavemanillustrations]

Wait...the left brake is the back brake on that side of the pond?!

[@karlfonner7589]

Help !I've hit the skids.(depression).someone tell me that toughen up and go ride my mountain bike please

[@ljrandom147]

Toughen up and go ride your mountain bike....now

[@MicheleFerrariAX]

thought you pulled your front brake in the first section. then i realized you brits do it wrong :)

[@wileylong3470]

ferrarone lol I'm not a Brit but they have normal setup brake levers

[@sp00n]

Everybody who's driving on the wrong side of the road also has their brake levers on the wrong side. 😉

[@MrDJAlpha]

ferrarone set up like a motor bike front brake is right hand. Once you have this down you'll realise why all people ride this way even Americans who have ride motors too

[@JamieClark]

Can't I just put the brake lever on a motorbike on the left and the clutch on the right? That should be an easy swap with cables... What happens if I want to use the throttle and clutch at the same time? We'll find out...

[@JayMTB0102]

Wooo 👍

[@prettyjohnshill76]

we already had this video 2 months ago and 3 months before that!

[@jackwashere1995]

Get that camo jersey back in stock!

[@tmfrs2]

But those Blake transitions though

[@a.wolfgang6423]

The Maxxis minion 27,5x2,8 would be sic

[@davidpp9999]

NAAANII?! KANSEI DORIFTOO

[@MrSandieman666]

That a spectral?

[@gmbn]

Strive :)

[@nichins]

0:10 "We all skid".... Is that true? Most people I know completely avoid skidding. I thought it was considered very bad form.

[@joeholliday2438]

oi saw u skidding on the trail I built madness

[@dkphantomdk]

"destroying the trails" not in my opinion, it just ad more challange to the next rider who runs the trail. - MTB dont need flat, smooth surfaces, to do fast downhill runs.. it is ok that they have stired up areas where other skills come to play !

[@velo.voyageur]

So much wheel flex. Time for some company to introduce Mega Ultra Boost. 297mm wide, zero flex.

[@vybtom1]

#Skidsarenotforkids

[@jakov_badjo8453]

vybtom1 But I still do it everytime even tho Im 11

[@aerofiles5044]

vybtom ive been skidding for five years im only 9 yrs old

[@evilpandakillabzonattkoccu4879]

skidding was all i did as a kid...and as an old guy, its the first thing i did when i got back onto a bike :-D

[@alianouer8619]

@@aerofiles5044 no you haven't

[@moacyrjetpilot]

Well, even a “poor” braking action is better than at-any-speed crash....

[@ForzaNapolI1875]

LMFAO did you also make a vlog showing how to pedal your bike

[@zuzanahoudkova4497]

With the right tools (I used a simple bike tool kit kzbin.infoUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L that you can strap to the bike) it's simple to assemble. As a 270lb guy looking for a way to get more exercise that's easy on my feet I have been impressed by this bike. The tires ship with air in the tires, but before you ride you need to pump them up som more, but once you do you can ride with confidence. You'll definitely want to replace the seat if you're going to ride for any real distance, but that's the case with most bikes. I'm loving it and it has given me a hobby from my youth back.

[@SYCO758]

easy

[@mrfunnyman8244]

I do it on road

[@Pienimusta]

Also known as Finnish Flick ;-)