OVER 40 MOUNTAIN BIKE TIPS: CORNERING WITH CONFIDENCE | Loose over Hardpack!

[@denzilbart5882]

Brilliant video once again. I recently bought some neon cones and practiced similar drills. Makes a huge difference when back on the trails.

[@JoyOfBike]

Denzil Bart They really help and on top of that they’re really fun. That scallop drill is something I could do all day!

[@brucemilmont6455]

I have viewed your content multiple times now and it is outstanding! I would love to have a skills session with you folks.

[@christopherogley1714]

I do it everywhere I go now...it's great for finding the shoulders on your sidewalls and how to ride them on specific tyres...all different.. riding on the shoulders is more fun than riding the centre tread...ice done it on Mary's and on new butcher black diamond 2.8s..sweet..solid sidewalls in low pressure so far in the dry..not rained yet unusualy

[@nycgmr]

Great video, super informative! Thank you

[@Seby-biketrial]

that is such a good idea !! i have some cones from my inline skates so i will use that

[@AN-ii9pk]

"if you make the bike twice as heavy, you've doubled your traction..." Now I feel better about myself - since Covid started, I've doubled my traction!

[@mannyechaluce3814]

I'm 20 lbs over, I see my cornering performance improve, even when driving my Daihatsu :D

[@mrsmartypants_1]

Ha ha ha. 😂

[@eqcork]

Co√id = bullsh|t

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

My trails by house becomes shitty ever since Covid due to inconsiderate hikers not picking up their dog crap.

[@narcoticmonke2382]

Took me way too long to get this one 💀💀💀💀

[@Coolcmsc]

Soooo... This is a revelation for me. I’ve ridden for ever - not so well - and I’ve been a skier for ever - quite good actually - and look how dumb I am not making the obvious links.... Turns out they’re the same! So obvious to me now.... That slalom style, weighting into the turn, un-weighting to change direction, weighting into the turn, un-weighting to change direction, all whilst centred over your feet, all while you hips and pelvis move from side to side over your feet pointing to where you want to go.... And repeat... I’m off to practice what I already knew, but didn’t know it 🙄 Thanks guys - why did it take 65yrs to work this one out 🤔

[@Coolcmsc]

OK, so stoked I went out into the terrible weather here in the U.K. today to practice loading during the turn and unloading to change direction and repeat. And it works. It works on horrible wet gravelly rubbish in the rain and wind. So stoked. It’s a rhythm. Load, unload, ‘hop’ into change of direction. Load, unload, ‘hop’ into change of direction. Load, unload, ‘hop’ into change of direction. Load, unload, ‘hop’ into change of direction. It’s skiing or surfing on a bike and I can do that!

[@mikehughes700]

same background and same revelation!

[@thomaskositzki9424]

"why did it take 65yrs to work this one out" No internet and bad teachers. ^^ Been figuring out MTB techniques for a couple of years now and it comes down to that. Most who teach in a wrong way don't do it on purpose. They are way too good and have forgotten how it was to be a noob because it has been at least a decade for them since they left beginner stage. They overlook steps necessary because they have them performed subconciously already. They don't know all the pedagocial techniques required to teach efficiently. They are not too empathic. Alex and Lee check all the required boxes. :D

[@Coolcmsc]

@@thomaskositzki9424 Yes‼️ Exactly - totally agree 😊 I wasn’t even taught to ski correctly (I also learned using very long skis with springs holding them to modified kiddies climbing boots 🤣). Nowhere to look it all up. I did take a lot of coaching once short skis came onto the market and I’ll always be a better skier than biker as a result - I had the time, resources and a younger body 🙄 Muscle memory is such a big deal and requires repetition of the correct technique many times which requires application to the cause. And of course, ‘muscle forgetting’ is even more difficult and protracted. So, if you’ve been doing it ‘wrong’ for a while, you’ve got a problem, even if you’re being told the correct ‘way’. It resolvable and that’s why I love this channel. This week’s vid is totally the best on how to set the vibe for moving from incorrect to correct (kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnbGZImppbWpqa8). But the main thing is I had no ‘teachers’ really, except myself and I didn’t ‘know what was correct’. Nor did my mates. And videoing wasn’t a ‘thing’. Some mates were talented and, perhaps for that reason (?), stumbled onto the correct method to practice and so they still set fire to the trails today. But we just didn’t know that what you, Alex and Lee are saying was true then and remains so today. I do now, take coaching lessons and I’m going far better than when I was a ‘yoof’ 🤣💪🥳👏🏽😉

[@servidig483]

I swear, Lee is absolutely gold

[@JoyOfBike]

Leelikesbikes.com for more

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Thank you so much. That means a lot!

[@rosevillemtbdad302]

As an almost 50-year-old who recently took up MTB with my 14-year-old fearless, wiry, rubber son who's already a beast and hard to keep up with...your content is among the most relevant and useful for me to build applicable skills that I've seen on KZbin. Greatly appreciated gents.

[@thomaskositzki9424]

"14-year-old fearless, wiry, rubber son" That description is just so funny and loving at the same time. ^^

[@pwdt4r313]

I wish I was mountain biking at 14 instead of skateboarding. I’d actually be good at something for once haha

[@darrisnelson5223]

67 biking at times with my athletically gifted 26 YO son…I feel you!😆

[@noturnleftunstoned72]

Ice bath on the regular. Worth the shrinkage.

[@MrMatthias03]

Just now stumbling upon "Joy Of..." and "Lee" and their content. I can't agree with Roseville enough. "As an almost 47-year-old...", ditto ditto ditto, including the "13-year-old fearless, wiry, rubber son who's already a..." bit. Just thank you Lee and Alex for your content and instruction!

[@foxykc]

I am way over 40. But I ride better now than I did 25 years ago when I was 45, you do the math, because of coaching and videos like this. I ride stuff I did not ride 25 years ago for that reason. And this is the best cornering tutorial even including life coaching that I have come across.

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Thank you Kit! We have lots more coming.

[@gaiascope7173]

I'm excatly the same im 36 and much better rider than my mid teens early 20s.🤘

[@Orchy500]

Why on earth has my backwards brain been telling me that pushing into a loose surface will make me MORE likely to wash out!? Seems so obvious now. Only recently discovered this channel and that's two big 'ah ha!' moments in two days!

[@skiMTB]

Gotta admit... I learned some good stuff from this episode...

[@ichewtoast111]

These videos are the ones I always end up going back to. Always learn something from these guys.

[@JeebusWept]

Every time I watch you guys I end up on my bike in the street outside my house... Great tips, a pragmatic approach!

[@Silviu.I.A]

1+

[@AkatarawaJapan]

You’re probably tired of atta boy comments, but your videos are really exceptional. Each is so well done that it is tempting to give effusive praise before trying your ideas on the bike. But I figure it is more useful to you if we watch, then try, then comment. As an over-50 rider coming back to MTB after 25 years as a roadie, last year it was Rich Drew’s video that flipped the switch for me and got me doing solid wheelies. Now this year it is you guys who have transformed corners. The hinge with light hands-who knew? Finally had all this range of movement today to get the tires on their side and carve. Felt ridiculously easy. And in this vid you’re doing drills I used to teach as a ski instructor, and they all work on the bike. Anyway, really appreciate your work-particularly as you both so clearly understand that the most important muscle for riding is found in the same place as the biggest sex organ: between the ears.

[@conharidi4231]

"Cornering is a wave sideways" That's next level knowledge there. Easily the best Instructional stuff on the interweb. Great teachers guys.

[@JoyOfBike]

It's so fun when the shapes start to be waves you're riding in all three dimensions!!! Keep shredding!

[@gregblackmon2]

These are some of the best MTB vids out there. Positive. Informative. Clear. Motivating. Thank you.

[@leeseoWestport]

Still the best turning tutorial out there

[@masterimbecile]

As a lifelong roadie, getting started on MTB is almost like re-learning how to ride a bike again! The extra real estates on tyre width, shocks, trail features, etc... it's a whole new world!

[@richieclarkie]

Why isn't there an "OMG this is awesome" button? Somehow the "Like" doesn't seem enough.

[@JoyOfBike]

LOL. Appreciate you!!

[@Junnanma]

After watching so many cornering tutorials, this is the one I have been after for ages!

[@JoyOfBike]

So stoked. Thank you. Keep shredding and welcome to the crew.

[@benhaymond3391]

Just like on my skis... Load the ski and it does the work. Thanks guys!

[@DiegoCattaneo]

I watched this a lot of times... and every time I'd like to press the like button ❤

[@michaelwoodward5787]

Started riding in my early 20s and was fearless .Now back at it in my 50s I have to overcome my fear of being injured. Videos like this really help regain skills that I used to never think about.

[@popsmtb2817]

This is by far the most educational video watch on mtb. It finally made me understand how to turn on lose dirt, like it now I really understand.

[@JoyOfBike]

Thanks. Comments like this are the fuel that keeps us going.

[@JoyOfBike]

Our goal is to add more logic and physics to our how to vids.

[@xDRAGONSHAGGERx]

YES! Subbed great job!

[@lustigmountain]

This is such good info! Cannot wait to try Scallopping tomorrow! Thanks!

[@francismarigomen6593]

Beautiful Video !! I will try this !!

[@benjaminurzua8100]

Awesome information, thank you

[@woodpecker6452]

Excellent explanation

[@ikedaleo]

"point your parts to where you wanna go" really helped me

[@rusterkat1188]

"Traction isn't something you get from your tires... " my Maxxis DtH on my jump bike agree, now Fall is here.

[@ПавелАнохов-л7щ]

Man, that was gold.

[@miros1524]

Best video. Ever!

[@stevenburton7922]

Easily the best cornering instructional video I have seen on KZbin...thanks for posting!

[@JZMartinez]

"Riding/Living with intention... to create Joy" Best, most concise ride/life insight I have seen on youtube. 🔥🔥🔥

[@thomaskositzki9424]

They are MTB Buddahs!

[@uncopino]

omg i cant stop watching this channel. im litterally binging on it when i should be working. i have a math degree and i love physics, especially mechanics, i did a little snowboarding, a little parkour, a little calisthenichs throuout my life and i ride motorbikes. now i'm 35 and recently picked up mtb and this is the only channel where everything you guys say makes something click and makes me connect with my previous knowledge from different sports as opposed to feeling like having to learn a completely new thing. pumping through turns? yeah just like in snowboarding. making the grip using weight? yeah just like on a motorbike. and by "just like" i don't mean "exactly in the same way". i hope ill still be mountainbiking when over 40. cant praise your work enough. subscribed with notifications

[@JoyOfBike]

This is such a healthy way to reapply skills to a new sport. It is very effective! Great idea for a vid actually. : )

[@uncopino]

​@@JoyOfBike about that... i just left a comment comparing ollies in board sports and bike hops under your "the hop" video

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Wow, thank you! I’ve been pursuing the Grand Unified Theory of Shred (GUTS). :)

[@HarryAdee]

Going back nine years ago to watch your video, you are more energetic in the presence video Lee. Thank you for all the lesson in mountain biking.

[@namastokewithleemccormack9692]

Cool that you noticed! I’m more comfortable in camera, plus big life changes.

[@imm8590]

😅Really didactic. Thanks for such great content!

[@joeshawcroft7121]

Man. I am so glad I found this channel.

[@pauls3616]

Out of all the joy of bike videos this is my favourite and I watch it every few weeks just to make sure I keep practicing and being aggressive. We miss you guys!

[@nmapson]

Always a pleasure guys. Thanks for the drills and the technique explained.

[@juanlosada2575]

you guys are IMPRESSIVE!!!! Excellent ecplanations and drills!

[@AussieMaddos]

I have been watching the Over 40 videos from Alex and Lee for the past couple of weeks and went for my first ride in a while today. OMG. The Hinge. It changes everything. Watch and learn how to hinge. I have never ripped as hard and fast and cornered like a did today. I am over 50 and have been riding MTBs for about 5 years. Everything changed today. The smile is still on my face. Thanks Lee and Alex.

[@vincentaemerson]

If I weren't lying in bed, AND it weren't midnight, I'd be in my bike doing these drills. Thanks for the great info!

[@Paul-oe9sy]

great cornering video. this is truly just like skiing and pressuring your edge through a turn.

[@nicholasquintero1080]

Idk if it's because I'm 43 but these have got to be the most informative MTB videos I've ever seen on KZbin. Take my word for it I hardly ever like or comment on a video unless it's a criticism and these are definitely the most informative videos. Maybe it's because of the scientific breakdown IDK but I dig them

[@JoyOfBike]

Much appreciated. Most of the guys I ride with are over 40 and there's something about being older where you just demand more info before you send it. Welcome to the crew sir.

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Thank you and welcome!!!

[@nicholasquintero1080]

Thanks. I got to do that dirt jumper I built some justice. At least, in front of my son.

[@andrewapotheosis]

Still the best cornering video I have ever seen

[@jamesk900]

Amazing! Us old guys are loving these!

[@JoyOfBike]

Beautiful!

[@naufalahmadrifai857]

The best berms tutorial i've ever seen so far!

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Thank you!!

[@darrenmcintyre3689]

Lee must be the most gifted teacher I've come across! His passion and knowledge just blow me away!

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Thank you so much!!

[@MucaroBoricua]

Lee is an amazing instructor.

[@randombudd1429]

Omg, i have been doing everything wrong until i saw this. Thank you so much! ❤

[@JoyOfBike]

Not everything. You're riding a bike!!!!! Keep shredding!

[@loudesorbo2742]

So awesome!!! Hoping to see more content soon!

[@amadeosturla1863]

You two make the best skill videos by far!

[@pieniek7562]

I've watched the tons of films about cornering and this one is the best.

[@tbc_mtb]

shit this is a good video lads, thanks! cornering and thus maintaining and carrying my speed is the biggest thing im strugging with and this is SUPER helpful for confidence. nice one!

[@darrenmcintyre3689]

My confidence grows every time I watch and practice. Thank you Alex and Lee for giving us older fellas the confidence to get out and shred!

[@craigverner1885]

Great video with excellent tips for us to work on. Thank you so much for throwing this out there !

[@dannybarrera7637]

Wow. Yours is the most thorough best explanation on how to turn; with the best explanation of the physics of the bike in easy to understand form. Bar none; mic drop. No other video I've seen comes even close to this one. Thanks.

[@ichewtoast111]

This is honestly so awesome.

[@cjshank8477]

I know this is 2 years later, but will Say it anyway. This is an excellent video! I love how you break it down and bridge the gap between the level pedals and pedal down camps. In reality, we need to be able to do Both and be happy doing it!!!

[@gray_wolverine63]

I enjoy watching you guys I'm over 40 well I'm 62 and keep learning new things from you guys. So can live to ride another day. Thanks guys keep show us older guys. 🇺🇲🤙🏼

[@ravenchaser1]

Lee... He's been the daddio teaching maestro for decades. Great to see him thriving stronger still!

[@JoyOfBike]

OG

[@SnakeC666]

Priceless tips, thank you guys :)

[@Wheresthecameraman]

Riding better everyday because of this video.... Actually riding way better now at 38 than when I was younger. Lee is a awesome. Teach me more sensei!!

[@TROYCAPUZ]

Best instructural in cornering thumbs up 👍👍👍

[@barryray275]

This is fast becoming my favourite channel on KZbin. Life coaching with bikes. Love this vid, cheers guys!

[@JoyOfBike]

Thanks Barry

[@JZMartinez]

Follow up... your two communication styles compliment each other. This format really brings Lee's coaching to life. 👍

[@JoyOfBike]

Thanks 🙏

[@zoransp85]

Fantastic video!! Thank you!

[@celo_board3242]

How can people dislike this video? I’m so pumped to go try this drills. this is my first year mountain biking and videos like this really makes me get out there. Great job guys🤙🏼

[@JoyOfBike]

Keep shredding!!!

[@DownHillDAD]

Awesome info.

[@davidlambert5123]

These are the BEST cornering drills ever!! I absolutely love this video! This has helped me SO much!!! Thank you so much for this!

[@hedgefundsearch]

Your ability to convey a seemingly complex set of skills in a simple logical / physics driven / passionate way, is absolutely brilliant. Chapeau Lee !!

[@JoyOfBike]

Daniel Nascimento Thanks Daniel!

[@heimizhou450]

subscribed as a rider over 40.

[@BMXTraining]

Lee is the man!

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Thanks Coach G!!! Everyone: This man right here is THE expert for BMX racing. Check him out.

[@jessicakane4384]

Awesome video can’t wait to apply it

[@matthewmagnaghi154]

Ill be watching this again soon. I got to go practice and see what i retained first. Baby steps

[@Leowavekid]

Love it.. Thanks for the lessons!!!

[@n3tr01]

I really love it 💖💖💖 you guys give a smile to my face today I am over 40s to started MTB now. Love from England UK

[@JoyOfBike]

Sending love back!!!

[@masqueman01]

This answered many questions... thank you

[@samuelkramerfiely1166]

This video really helped me, thanks!

[@paulnutten8183]

As a 40-something rediscovering biking again after 15yrs, I love your videos. Light hearted, practical real-world advice. Keep it up guys.

[@JoyOfBike]

Thanks Paul!!!

[@JoyOfBike]

Thanks! Welcome to the channel.

[@markkelly3583]

Wow " been peddling for years had many "skills" lessons , NEVER had such relevant information. Fantastic can't wait to put this into practice

[@JoyOfBike]

Right on!!!

[@nickdrak]

Really great stuff guys, thank you!

[@bike-czech]

I've seen many cornering videos. This one is tops

[@laramiegrinde9246]

As an over 40, beginner rider, I'm absolutely loving the simple physics of this. You guys are great at explaining stuff and it's giving me some really fun stuff to play with.

[@carbonpictures]

It’s awesome to know that I can practice these drills on flat asphalt!

[@joshkrebs5330]

This is without a doubt THE BEST (by far) cornering tutorial I've found on the internet. Thank you both.

[@JoyOfBike]

Heck yeah. Appreciate you!!

[@BitsOfEternity]

Love it! Makes me think of CART & Formula one cars that accelerate into corners to get better traction. I remember a driver who had commented they didn't feel like their vehicle had enough traction, so they were slowing down - and they were told to accelerate instead, and when they did, they gained so much traction that their times in those corners surprised them. Cheers!

[@HlorridiX]

I did learn so much from your videos

[@tkeskinen]

Namastoke. You both bring me so much joy and make me want to hop on my bike at midnight when I should absolutely be sleeping. Thanks for making biking accessible to a single chick with nobody to ride with or learn from. I'm grateful to you guys.

[@JoyOfBike]

That's the best compliment ever! Hey, until you find a solid crew, just keep us in your pocket!!

[@fredrenault8178]

💥💪👌Nice ! Actualy you're just skiing on your bike !!!

[@UB-qc8yk]

Just back from a ride. I'm 56 and just getting back into MTB, tried out the "Hinge technique" today, and I've never felt so comfortable riding rocky / bumpy sections. For the first time ever I did not have a death grip on the handle bars, my arms were relaxed, and I was happy to let the bike move around under me and not freak out. This has got be the best advice out there on MTB, it feels natural. Thanks a bunch for bringing this knowledge to the "masses".

[@JoyOfBike]

Heck yeah!!

[@TomKennedyUSA]

I used the techniques in this video yesterday while riding some steep downhill trails with hairpin turns. Staying low down over the handlebars gave me SOOOOO much more control. Thanks!

[@JoyOfBike]

Good stuff!

[@andreageller4804]

"Riding with intention".... words to live by! thanks for another great video.... I'm sold!

[@JoyOfBike]

Welcome to the channel!

[@andreageller4804]

@@JoyOfBike Thanks Alex, I'm a 58 year old mountain biker that started at 50. Mountain biking has taken over my life! What I really enjoy is the constant progression, trails and features that I thought were never going to be doable, a few short years later are not only doable but easy! Next year, wheelies and manuals... Your videos are great!! Keep them up!

[@myroncunningham9042]

Thanks guys pretty awesome

[@stolimano3723]

This is a great cornering tutorial

[@s0ckeyeus429]

Saving this and revisiting in a few years. Not over 40 yet. ;) Lee's the man. I reworked my basic mechanics a few years ago based on his newer stuff, and it has totally paid off. There's a whole lot less drama on the trail.

[@lee_likes_bikes]

Right on! Thank you!

[@air8orne734]

50+ Rider here. Been rding BMX since the 80s and MTB since the 90s. Only started recently with Dirtjumping and maaaaan this Channel sooooo gooooood! Thx from Germany!

[@JoyOfBike]

Welcome aboard!

[@lifeampd7401]

"anything you do with your arms screws it up"... had to laugh at that one. I'm just re-learning the basics, minus my right arm... so, i can attest to that with some authority. A light touch with repetitive practice on body positioning is starting to serve me well as I sense the slow return of confidence. The second i "freak out" and tense up on the bar, I'm done for every time. Great video Alex, awesome reminder of how it is supposed to "feel"... thanks for that.

[@yotube1ful]

Stoked. I’m 58. I’m lovin it!

[@shonzizl]

55 year old MTBer and just found you guys, lovin your content. Oh, and some of the best words !!

[@JoyOfBike]

Lee is loquacious!

[@shonzizl]

@@JoyOfBike "Arrow of Awesomeness" should be on a T shirt, and will be used repeatedly on my rides moving forward

[@JoyOfBike]

@@shonzizl LOL

[@davehumpleby3440]

I only recently found your videos. I LOVE THEM! The enthusiasm, the science behind the techniques, the easy to grasp delivery - you've nailed the whole package. I'm now a subscriber and a true 'Joy of Bike' believer. Hallelujah!

[@JoyOfBike]

Thanks so much. Welcome to the crew brother!!!

[@nikinannetti2060]

Great video about cornering, wich is just the base of trail riding, thank a lot guys from Italy!