This simple trick will double your bunnyhop height!

#jeffkendallweed #howtobunnyhop #jeffkendallweedridingseminar
The bunnyhop is one of those “must learn” fundamental mountain bike skills, but did you know there’s a secret trick to getting a lot more height out of them? It’s called the bump jump, and it’s applicable whenever you’ve got a small obstacle, such as a root or rock, that you can use to provide additional resistance and preload to the traditional bunnyhop technique.
My friend Christopher Kelly and I have been riding together for years and years, but he’s primarily a cross country and cyclocross rider, where as I’m an aging BMXer and downhill/enduro guy. Chris has certainly noticed that I’m constantly 3-4 feet above the trail- and this particular technique, the bump jump, is a big part of how I’m able to do that.
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[@Rocketyfox]

The first time i managed a bump jump i was so surprised by how high i went that i immediately crashed

[@IrrIdk]

My first bump jump caught me off guard to where my handles smacked hard against my knees and I fell, I didn’t straighten my body cause I wasn’t thinking that if would go so high

[@willekewk]

Once i hit a bump jump at 30kmh cuz i didn't k ow it was there and landed on My arm therfore i broke it in 2 spots🤷‍♂️ also i was raiding alone so not fun🤦‍♂️🤣

[@hannes6114]

same, short manual and then sliding out falling of on the back

[@johncole3010]

This is old however if you read this can you bunny hop and bump jump off something from using the rear tire to launch higher? Watching your riding style made me start jumping more and it is a funnier way to ride.

[@joeshmoe7967]

@@willekewk never raid on yer own, always raid a friend or two....

[@insanebmxthomas]

Again, as 20yr bmx veteran at 31, what I see is you gave a man a priceless skill. Bump jumps open up the whole world, even urban spots to bikes of all kinds. I couldn't imagine riding bikes with no bunnyhops. Would be very stale after a while

[@williamjohnhoward9516]

Does no one care that this guy learned how to bunny hop on the spot? And lots of us practice it for weeks, months or even a year!😱😱😱

[@dashdanny]

i know sooooooo anoying

[@arvinrancidenrera4112]

Itsmbasicc

[@sdqsdq6274]

all within a day, for real ? lol

[@chrismitchell4665]

EXACTLY!!! WTF?!

[@nicksmart2611]

FS bike makes it easy

[@williamhollan558]

Everyone has a friend with "that dog"😂

[@masontroxler2930]

I am that friend🤦‍♂️😂

[@zigtech5799]

@@masontroxler2930 I’m about that life.

[@Danny-jv5bx]

My biggest thing about owning a dog is not being 'that friend' it's embarrassing!

[@josefpfeifhofer]

@@masontroxler2930 😆

[@alpsalish]

Yeah, screw that dog.

[@martinery93]

Hello Jeff, i cannot say THANK YOU enough ! After watching all of the bunny hop videos on youtube, i stumbled upon your channel. And went from not being able to pick up the rear wheel at all, to nailing pretty decent bunny hops (clearing side walks and jumping over stuff) in ONE DAY !!! Thanks for taking the time to explain in such a clear way. What did it for me was the "dry" practice with picking up the bike. THANK YOU :)

[@paulwintermute1495]

This was FANTASTIC Jeff! Love seeing content like this! Inspiring seeing someone learn a new skill rather than just basic tutorial videos.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks Paul! This seminar format is WAY harder than solo talking head, but I agree, it's much more engaging to watch! Unfortunately it's hard to have this much progress with every volunteer- we were lucky that Chris responded so well! Thanks again!

[@alex1231235]

Jeff, this is the ONLY vid I've seen that got me bunny hopping successfully! Thank you!

[@lucascott6062]

I've just found this youtube video from a recommendation, and I am now completely in love with your channel!

[@jaymueller2418]

This is great. It shows your technique which is effective and your friend’s which is slightly less so. The difference in body mechanics is obvious. Fantastic teaching.

[@TheHooniverse]

The clarity in which you break this down is excellent. I need to go practice...

[@villimagg]

Crazy good video on Bunny Hop. Thanks for this. Please do more videos like this. I think this method of teaching and explaining, along with the camera angles and the analysis you do of the students techniques really help us who are watching at home trying to learn these things. 👍

[@konradbanys2239]

How?! The bloke did a legit bunny hop on his first try! I envy him so much I'm beyond frustrated! I've been struggling with it for ages, thee same with manual! Somebody do a vid with me, I'm the most bike skill proof person on the planet!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

haha sorry to hear that Konrad! I think Chris has been practicing bunnyhops a bit on his own over the years, mostly to get better at cyclocross.

[@SumGuyLovesVideos]

I've been working on manual and bunny hop on my hardtail all year. Starting with the manual helped alot. One of the thousand videos I watched said to practice manualling off the back of the bike. Meaning pop the front wheel up using bodyweight to where you can dismount off the back on command. I never got there, but working on that broke through my "back wheel stuck on the ground" and having the front wheel slam into the ground instead of jumping. Maybe this will help you. for reference I can not manual, nope, and am sitting at about a 6 inch bunny hop inconsistently.

[@Junnanma]

Konrad Banys GMBN bunny hop tutorial is very good. You need to nail the L shape movement to lift up the front wheel. I practiced for 50+ hours for three months starting from zero experience, then I could clear 20cm easily. After one year of riding I am doing 3x bike length gap jumps now. Bonnyhop opens the door for everything. Remember, the L shape movement

[@konradbanys2239]

@@Junnanma in fact as of manual I have the problem of falling to the back too much - maybe I'm too heavy. As of bunny hop I guess I have problems with the transition between lifting the front wheel and lifting the back wheel. and true, I should practice more often.

[@dansherman1980]

From the way y’all describe your issues it sounds more like y’all are having trouble popping a wheelie. If you got suspension preload it the on the up pull up and push hard on the pedals mtb won’t have a problem but gravel bike riders could there geometries are similar to road bikes. A road bike for me is very hard to pop a wheelie where mtb’s seem like large bmx bikes with weird bars.

[@alvintumulak1492]

Tell u the truth.. I never understand why my back sometime don’t come up until I see ur video Jeff.. this is awesome stuff nobody explain that. I seen almost all the video out their and they for got to explain that. Thanks so much. Keep making this video sir I salute u. Love watching ur video.

[@kobracom77]

Point toes down when pulling up, it helps the pedals give better traction for lifting the bike.

[@ianw3811]

People who ride clipped in often make this mistake of simply “unweighting” or pulling up their feet. The proper technique is to point toes down and rake backwards with the feet, it’s good for even when riding clipped in, but a necessity for flat pedals.

[@emmitjohnstone1734]

If ya grew up riding bmx, you’re probably doing it right. Seriously love the breakdown though.

[@timmyboy525]

Great way to practice the foot movement part only is roll slightly slowly and try lifting the rear wheel only by the scooping up with your foot, its just linking the pull up part before and the punch out after.

[@williamgrissom1995]

That's the way I used to do it with a BMX bike. It worked good. 😎👍 But that was years and years ago in the early 80's for me. 🤣

[@WikWak]

He doesnt mention it at all in this video. Are you meant to use your feet to pull at all? I ride flats and im pretty sure im just pulling the rear wheel up

[@wp1225]

Well done Jeff.. Your video explains it better (for me) than any other I've watched. I've been bunny hopping for a long time but haven't been able to get the height that I want/need. Thanks, liked and subbed

[@PlanetKarma]

Such an awesome bunny hop course video! I'm going to go practice tomorrow :)

[@grantschoen1726]

I think the bump jump helped a ton with his timing too. He kept taking off too late when bunny hopping, but having a fixed take-off target of the trail feature (log, rock, etc) when bump jumping really helped his timing so he could focus solely on his technique. Maybe do the same when teaching bunny hopping & use a stick or something? Great vid, as always!

[@mylifeoliverking]

Best bunny hop (bump jump) video so far! Looking forward to trying this next time I ride.

[@gpborromeo2357]

Thanks for doing this video Jeff. Pls teach us a proper bunny hop video. I still cannot clear 12" without so much effort. You do yours flawlessly and effortlessly. Always loved your videos man. Keep them coming!

[@oldshreddies2080]

This is such a good topic for people. From the bunny hop and the bump jump, a rider can find so much more flow in a trail and really goof off and have fun bouncing down the trail. I still want to improve and will use some of what I saw here to build on what I already have learned. My goal is for the two techniiques to become skills to do without much thought. Thanks Jeff for this episode.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Cheers shreddies- I agree with you 100%! The bump jump is something I use ALL THE TIME when I'm riding. It's either that or a manual to bump jump or heck, just a bunnyhop to catch some backside somewhere. My favorite aspect of mountain biking is the mental riddle of figuring out which skill is the right tool in the toolbox to ride a trail in the manner I'd prefer!

[@amgoatee3700]

Such an inspiring tutorial video, super nice Jeff!

[@bryanjames3247]

this is probly the only bunny hop tutorial that made sense to me, thanks man!

[@neilbower123]

Look forward to trying out your tips this weekend

[@unkle037]

Your tutorials are the best. Please keep them coming! I’m learning so much

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thank you! Will do Leo!

[@kuhnsyeti]

Thanks for the slow-mo analysis and comparison! This will really help me as I dial in the technique. I really enjoy watching your riding style and seeing the way you see the trail and creatively utilize even the smallest features. Keep up the good work!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks kuhn, glad you enjoyed and found it helpful!!!

[@GFClocked]

Absolutely great video. I've been riding my entire life, but never learned to bunny hop, I'll use this to finally learn it this year.

[@1000sofusernames]

Seriously, how can you ride your entire life without jumping?

[@seanburias2670]

This is the best bunny hop tutorial yet. First ever bunnyhop tutorial which talked about pushing the handlebar rather than trying to bring the rear up.

[@B1KER]

When I watch videos like this I realize how I am not capable of teaching this stuff. I just do those motions and totally don’t even think about it. If you asked me how to bunny hop I’d be like push off the ground. But I’m doing the same thing as you. The bump jump is something as a kid we all did on the little curves of the concrete sidewalks next to people’s driveway. Once again, no clue how I’m doing it...just doing it. It was fun to watch this and actually think about how ya do this.

[@SourPatchPuss]

Dude… my thoughts exactly! I didnt even know this was a “technique”. Ive been just doing this naturally without even thinking about it. I do think its a little click baity to say this will hugely increase your bunny hop height tho. Its a totally different thing. A bunny hop is completely of any incline, this requires some kind of jump or incline to perform.

[@FifeFlow]

This was great! I gotta practice my hops now 👊🏼

[@Jsemmler7]

3:26 tell that to the scars on my shins

[@christocr]

Exactly what I was thinking. LOL.

[@iAWP-]

@@christocr Right?? That's a flats rider's nightmare when you feel the float happening and you know the pedal spun on liftoff

[@malachimerriam1640]

Like a month ago I totally destroyed shin and had to get 15 stitches, it sucked

[@omni_mtb3210]

Which is why i ride clips

[@BikerDudeLebowski]

These days I wear cheap socker shin guards, available in any sporting-goods store. I also have DH-style integrated knee-and-shin-guards, but I don't like them so much in crosscountry/bunnyhop siuation

[@pepsnex]

This is a great video and gives you a break down of a bunny hop with and without a bump. Thank you.

[@horusgarcia1]

I requested a jump video and it was already here. Nice!

[@johnglynn7795]

Jeff, thanks for the education on bunny hops and bump jumps! Blue skies, Jg

[@downtoridemtb]

Can’t wait to try some of this out!

[@Moonsean24]

Best Bunny Hop Tutorial ever seen.¡¡¡ Chris is a excelent teacher.¡¡ Good job.

[@gekkardboy]

I love the bump jump although I’m far from proficient at it. Nice take on using it to boost the BH. And thanks for using a regular human for demo purposes.

[@rayshaver5253]

I really liked the bit about bumping the log harder to compress the tire more to get higher. Can't wait to try that next time out.

[@soul2310]

you got definitely a sub from me. gotta love these bumpjumps :3

[@workhorsemtb7075]

Such a good video Jeff. Well done. I am going to build one of those limbo things

[@bikenband]

Great video. Once you get proficient at this skill (even to the 6 inch level) it’s a game changer on the trail. Not only will it save your ass when you encounter something unexpected, it opens up all kinds of new line selections as well.

[@NelsonRiollano]

New MTB rider. 54 y/o. Absolutely loved this video. You broke it down far enough so that I could practice it myself. Watching you Jeff is simply intimidating but the way you presented this makes it more attainable. Thank you.

[@aimlessstorm]

You should not try the Dangerous tricks, your age might be a little disadvantage for you

[@stevaone]

Thanks to this video, my 12yr old built his own bunny hop board to practice, and it's so useful.

[@riot_skullz-yt9904]

Thanks for showing me how to do this I’m actually exited to try it on the trails and hopefully it helps thx for the amazing vids man

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hey man, thanks for the note- these are easy to practice anywhere, I love curb blocks in parking lots! I use double ply "double down" style tough casing tires to not pinch flat, but be forewarned, you might flat your front tire with an aggressive bump jump!

[@JoeIsCrazyWillman]

Fantastic video to send to my buddy who is just now starting riding for the first time and on a reasonable starter fs bike.

[@stevelee838]

How is this Channel not getting 100000+ subs at least, great quality content and all round nice guy!🤙🏼👍🏻🙏🏻

[@violetdiscord]

Now I know the techniques of bunnyhopping im gonna try it now thank you for the tips.

[@carl_thunder]

I'm going to use this video to teach myself how to bunny hop. Thanks, Jeff!

[@richarddrummond9867]

Great video, can't wait to get out and practice..👍👍

[@craigsteele8178]

Sweet footage brotha! Very helpful !

[@micheandmikey]

Great video Jeff! FUN!

[@jokermtb]

I discovered the bump jump accidentally decades ago, and have incorporated this technique into my quiver. It’s a tool that turns any trail or feature into an instant fun opportunity. And this tutorial really explains the concept very well

[@ZackMartinMTB]

Lol I resonate so much with this video as a Heeler owner. Thanks for the tips Jeff!

[@THEKILOREZ]

Great video. I can't wait to jump on my bike and try it. Thanks

[@mymorristribe]

Superb tutorial video. I'd love more like these.

[@doubledbassfishing8573]

Love LMNT. I’ve been using it for almost a year now since seeing your suggestions. It definitely helps keep the mental clarity sharp here in sweaty Washington state.

[@funkentratzer9744]

So helpful, Jeff. This was very insightful, as despite the simple concept, I don’t always default to reading the trail for bump jump opportunities. Always a pleasure to ride along. Thanks!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Glad it was helpful! Yea the bump jump is something i do CONSTANTLY! now that you're looking for spots to do it, I'm sure you'll see tons!

[@bauke-LV426]

Thnx, I forgot about bumpjumps. I’ll try them next time on the trails

[@Cardroid]

Tutorials like this is very helpful!

[@stevegordonson720]

This was a great instructional ! The slo mo was really helpful with seeing your whole motion. I can get the front up pretty high but was having trouble with the rear - have to go out and practice

[@scodoublets]

I’m stoked to try this out on the trails! Thanks JKW!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Get after it, Scott! Have fun and be safe!

[@egalegalegal2176]

Best bunnyhop teaching video ever 👍

[@marcg611]

Just built a new Ripley last year and still learning how to ride a FS, my local trails have a bunch of these short half of a rock (flat surface) kickers that I had no clue how to hit but now I know.. Bump jump!! Just need to practice more tho because I'm not used to the preload to jump 👍👍

[@joshmarks3954]

We call this breed of dog a “Red heeler” This fella is living up to his name😂

[@inhalethetrail3935]

Great video as always.

[@xxxlbiker6402]

Awesome video and gonna try on my next trail ride. Keep'em coming!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Have fun!

[@ronmel]

Thanks for the vid. I’ve been having trouble with the American bunny hop specifically where different videos talk about the three steps but usually is Pre-load, shift your weight back and then stand while pushing the bars. This hasn’t worked for me but will certainly try what you’ve highlighted.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Ron, let me know if it works for you!

[@A.D.D.O.C.D.T]

I haven’t ridden a mtb yet ,but in BMX the key is sucking up the back end after you pull up the front to the height you want. Basically levels it out. Same with the Ollie in skateboarding,it’s the back foot suck up that is the key to height. 👍

[@ronmel]

Good advice. Thx and hopefully in time I’ll be able to with these points in mind.

[@scoc253]

that tiger made my day! thank you Jeff! nice video i'll practice too here in Philippines.

[@markoconnor9447]

To go from no bunny hop to this in a day is incredible 🙌

[@rexxstone4320]

This was an awesome video! Very informative and simple to comprehend.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks Rex!

[@Imbecillen]

Amazing breakdown!

[@ronjr4268]

Thanks sir...this afternoon i will try to practice.

[@joaomenezes9484]

loved this vid. keep doing these. Jeff

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Joao! Look for a seminar video every month or two from me going forwards.

[@jamesowen418]

This is really helpful, thanks!

[@wardwillis9127]

Exactly what I need to work on. Great tutorial. ✌

[@MicahManago]

Super Dope! The push forward is key. I need to incorporate the forward push when riding my Sur-Ron.

[@williamjohnhoward9516]

What the?! Fast learner!💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻🔥🔥🔥

[@Tomcoma2832]

I really enjoy the training videos!

[@_flamtnbkr_8088]

Good video! I do basically the same thing but sometimes instead of an exaggerated preload I'll start to manual which I probably start further away than most would expect, though that does start with a preload to get the front off the ground. Once the front tire is high enough and clearing the spot you want to hop then you push and twist the bars forward/down which feels like it rotates the bike and as the front tire starts to go down it pulls the back tire up, forward, and over as the bike 'rotates'. And the higher the front tire is the higher the back tire gets pulled up which a lip really helps with popping the front higher and getting your bike and body in an upwards momentum. As you start pushing the bars, keep your toes pointed down and pull 'back' on your pedals. Kind of a 'scraping mud off the bottom of shoe' movement which keeps your feet on the pedals, even with flats. Once you start to get the feeling for it, I personally think it feels more like shifting your body weight around which the bike follows, more than a feeling of yanking/pulling on the bike trying to pull and force it up and over which I think is what many people are trying to do. I don't think many of us could jump very high while holding a weight equal to their bike which I think is basically what most start off trying to do except while standing on the pedals. Anyways, thats my wordy take on trying to describe the technique.

[@benoitmurray85]

It looks so easy when it's done correctly!

[@stevehague3836]

thanks for the info ! it will help me in the woods !

[@radiohead4222]

Nice video dude!

[@derekmatthewmountainbiking7556]

Great vid , learned a lot .

[@hardtailjefe]

Dude this is so good! Thank you!!!

[@raziz16]

Dude, that’s inspiring!

[@marekzuckerberg]

Nice people, nice technique, nice video! Thank You, be safe and have fun riding!!

[@gregcavanaugh6259]

super helpful. I'll have to try it.

[@CiderPang27]

Had a few bmx bikes when i was young, loved them and used to be 3 or 4 of us practicing freestyle in the local pub car park. After a day or two we used to bunny hop three upside down bmx’s . Fantastic feeling knowing you didn’t clip the last one and end up face planting the tarmac. I’m 52 now with a damaged spine so bunny hopping is a no go now lol.

[@rolanbautista9287]

Awesome tutorial!🤙👏

[@robgoffroad]

GREAT video!! Subscribed.

[@jjonesmtb]

Def gonna practice this!

[@JB-1138]

This is an excellently done video. Seeing the jump technique from the side is great.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Glad you liked it, thanks JB!

[@TURBLUE998]

Great video !!

[@robertbotta6536]

Awesome thanks. Really well done.

[@debbiegrooman5800]

As the mom of an Australian Shepard mix trail dog, I had to laugh at the herding and ankle biting! ❤😂 Also one of the best bunny hop videos I've watched!

[@Jay-gg6nh]

This vid is absolute juice! Thanks for sharing.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Jay!

[@MTBTexasBikeRider]

great video awesome job!

[@corymcmanues7905]

Good vid and tips. Something I have been meaning to work on myself.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Cory! This is one of my favorite techniques!

[@RogelioMtbRider]

wow! this is the video I was waiting for. I was wondering how the hell you get so much air on something. But now, it's clear and I will try my best to practice on that bunny hop and bum jump. thanks for sharing! God Bless!

[@RogelioMtbRider]

@@aaronalagos45 offcourse hahahaha

[@yaircohen2303]

from all the vedios i saw for bunnyhop this one explained it the bast for me. thenks

[@davet4051]

Awesome video! Thanks for the tips.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Glad it was helpful, thanks Dave!