Mountain bike skills you probably won't need, but can learn for fun!

[@cybrsrce]

As bikes keep getting longer and longer the endo turn is becoming a required skill along with the wheelie turn. This is my "every switchback" challenge from the past few years.

[@johnbrooks5903]

Sometimes trails have skinnies that require it because they have sharp turns that your back wheel would fall off of

[@MancWithAMouth]

Also a massive diffirence between a schralp / controlled skid or very slight tail lift that just boots the ass end of a longer bike round the corner. There's a type that shreds tyres and trails and you just look silly and there's a line where it let's you just throw that sucker round some crazy stuff people don't expect.

[@chrisfanning5842]

I've been riding MTB infrequently for like 30+ years and the only skills I have with SPDs are trackstands, pretty lame bunnyhops, and full 180 endo turns. I don't know why I can endo turn better than more useful trail skills, but it's super useful on narrow trails when your GPS tells you (too late) that you missed that turn.

[@MancWithAMouth]

@@chrisfanning5842 garmins love it when a route over laps. Its as decisive as a fat kid at a buffet.

[@BasicBodThor]

Totally. I started about 2 years ago (so basically am only used to bigger bikes) and some trails I ride I'm genuinely confused how to get around such tight switchbacks. Trying to learn this skill

[@CoffeeMonster12]

Track stands are actually pretty useful when commuting, especially when clipped in. At crossroads, you don't have to unclip, you can just stay on your bike and wait it out. + its fun

[@alexanderexley5181]

Just go on the pavement/sidewalk

[@inventiveowl395]

@@alexanderexley5181 You know there are crossroads *outside* cities etc. right? :D

[@RealMTBAddict]

Clipping in is pointless lol

[@inventiveowl395]

@@RealMTBAddict As a platform pedal rider (excluding roadbikes) - being clipped in allows you to use quadriceps much more efficiently when pedalling, especially on uphill climbs. Also ensures stable position of the feet on the pedals while riding downhill trails at high speeds. While for some, it is unnerving to lose the capability to let go of the bike if needed, it is definitely not pointless.

[@RealMTBAddict]

@@inventiveowl395 I can pull up with good shoes. How people like being attached to their bike makes no sense.

[@niclaskarlin]

I learned how to ride sitting on the steering handle, with my back forward, and pedal. I did this at 14 and haven't used it for anything other than a party trick for over 30 years.

[@thewesty101]

Practical use: Impress your friends 🤘

[@Swag3OOO]

I do want to learn this but its just so skechy. Any tips?

[@joegomes1352]

@@Swag3OOO ya don't do it

[@cheesywheels]

@@Swag3OOO Yes, it it is so much fun once you get it! The first thing I learnt to do is to sit on the handlebars/stem, put one foot on a pedal and use the other foot to push away and freewheel the bike. Then you can learn to put both feet on the pedals and freewheel. The next step of is to start pedalling. Other tips: Choose a comfortable gear, which is not too high not too low. A slight decline can help as well.

[@lifeatitsfinest3019]

@@Swag3OOO I learnt a few months ago, when you lose balance, it sounds weird, but lean the opposite to normal

[@thomasbenito274]

As mentioned by the other fella, track stands are helpful not only when commuting, but also on trails; especially the ones that are quite steep. I use it when choosing which line I have to pass instead of just walking the trail down *IF* I know I can ride the way down.

[@taylornave4298]

Yep. I am pretty comfortable on super steep shit due to good balance on the bike (track stands)

[@ROSE-by5su]

My riding style can kill me on steep sections I just go no brakes and just pick the straightest line as possible pointing on exit of the section😂. But track stand are like 100% helpful like doing jibs around like trials or before your race run starts

[@andrewlevine3364]

Pivoting is useful in a lot of Enduro and cross country races there is A lot of tight turns that you need to be able to go around fast.

[@alhypo]

Track stand is actually pretty useful when you roll up to a steep rock fall and want to scout your line before rolling down it. If you dab while doing that, you're going to have a hard time starting up again since you are right at the start of the drop-in. You'd have to get off your bike and hike back up the trail so you can get a run at it. But if you can pause without taking your feet off the pedals, it's no problem to just start up again and drop right in.

[@youtubeviewer9523]

I have always found that the skills you don't need are the ones that are the most fun by far! Also they are helpful because you learn better bike control and most importantly you can impress your buddies at the trailhead lol

[@Urboycucumber_15]

Ur mom

[@Urboycucumber_15]

@LUKE & TRAILS he made his comment so long he’s not writing a story

[@youtubeviewer9523]

@LUKE & TRAILS Thanks brotha, I appreciate it!

[@DinnerForkTongue]

@@Urboycucumber_15 Not his fault if you got TikTok attention span.

[@Coerced]

And they're learned from the best mindset of all: play rather than necessity :)

[@mountainmoments]

The "endo turn" is a pretty usefull thing when riding alpine terrain like in the Alps. In fact, lots of people there take classes in just learning that for riding alpine hiking trails.

[@quentinrupin282]

Yeah pretty useful on the more mountainous technical trails over here in France 👍

[@Genny207]

Pumping (or more accurately carving) like that is how those "pushless" boards and scooters work. You know, the ripstick. Essentially converting a sideways shove into forward momentum. Lot of fun to do!

[@jeremyrowell389]

The rear wheel pivot is insanely practical. So many times I've missed the turn onto the singletrack and end up having to get off my bike and 180 because the trail is just not wide enough for my skill level. Definitely will be learning this one.

[@MichaelKasch]

For me the Endo turn and trackstand are more essential than any bunny hop or similar 🤣 I do mainly ride technical alpine "hiking" trails, not adapted for biking. And that's the only way around a lot of corners when you absolutely have no space or need to hit the only rideable line. Trackstand is important to get an overview of what's ahead and helps you to ride slow. Sometimes there is too little space for doing it fast. Like an Endo turn right after a one foot drop with your front wheel

[@MrMartinSchou]

I think the most impressive track stand I've seen was by Steve from EMTB, who spent a decently long segment to camera sitting on his bike, arms crossed. THAT was impressive.

[@sebastianjost]

there are quite a lot of people who can track stand no handed. Although that typically requires a (very) slight incline and of course many, many hours of practice.

[@MrMartinSchou]

@@sebastianjost I don't doubt it, I've just never seen anyone else do it.

[@Durwood71]

I saw a Circus Du Soleil show where one of the performers was on a mountain bike. When he wasn't doing his routine, he would sit on his bike for minutes at a time, completely motionless. I actually found that more impressive than his actual stunts.

[@SuperMartinCC]

the knocking sticks, and stuff off the track is helpful, if you've got a few friends or other riders behind you that 'might not' notice it, so you moving it out of the way, is aiding safety, so that one I would say is a useful 'trick'. I am 30 years old, have been riding since I was a kid, watching Seth 'Bern Peak', shows me more useful ways. I've always wanted to get into 'mounting biking' but where I live, there isn't many places.

[@minisatan8353]

I like how the demonstration for nose bonking is just Seth walking the bike over and touching the front wheel on the log. Makes me appreciate the simple ways to do stuff

[@Mikesonbikes]

Track stands are one of the best skills to earn. Helps with everything else!

[@quentinrupin282]

Tip: when you’re learning how to lift the back wheel it helps if you “grip” the pedals. Basically what you wanna do is to point your toes towards the ground and pull on the pedals while you shift your weight forward by gripping onto the pedal spokes. Otherwise great video as usual Seth!

[@WalmartBrandClothingItems]

I love the use of the hard tail. Thank you. I ride hard tail and some of these looked impossible on a hard tail bc of suspension.

[@seekpie4273]

Love your videos! Keep up the great work!

[@jedisentinel1499]

Track stands I see the most useful for me. I hate coming unclipped on the trail. I think all skills shown have value. I appreciate the hard tail! Dope video!

[@WelcomeToJ]

Brings back memories from when I was a kid. Rode my bike so often it was just an extension of my body. Felt super comfortable and could do just about all of these moves :) Great vid Seth.

[@samothlleb9747]

if I could say from years off a bike now days learning all these skills still gives you bike control and awareness , used to mess around with stuff like this out of boredom and often found I was able to recover from been a bit cocky or over zealous with my ability's or at least crash better 😂😂

[@ColinMcEvoy]

5:06 Hey Seth, with snowmobiles we call that a "re-entry" theres alot of very skilled riders that can do different variations but its really crazy to watch and somewhat difficult to do at first. This definitely reminded me of that!

[@MikeDS49]

Seems like Seth learned a lot of these things from his BMX days. I guess the best tool to improve your MTB handling skills is to get a BMX bike :)

[@niq872]

he has introduced several people with bmx backgrounds and after getting used to the bike they did amazing, so i definitly aggree with that statement

[@ryanparker4996]

yeah its like the go-kart to racecar graduation. people who get straight into a racecar dont have the same knowledge and muscle memory that go-karters have from driving smaller less powerful more maneuvreable "cars". there are so many thinga a bike can do that alot of people wouldnt be able to figure out without spending time on a BMX 😁 they are the "advanced riding trainer" bike

[@BW_Vlogs]

I started riding mtb last year and my third trail was a black diamond because I gained that skill form bmx

[@ryanparker4996]

@@BW_Vlogs I tried telling to roadies in the GCN comment section this and they laughed, they wont laugh when I pass them on a child-size bike 😂

[@michaelblaker2334]

I loved that little "Oh shoot, where is the master link, oh wait, they are all master links" move as a nod to the chain made entirely out of master links!

[@topspot4834]

Happy Father's Day Seth and to all the Dads out there!!

[@mikey1196]

All good info and a top notch presentation as usual. Happy Father's Day Seth!

[@GokkunGuru]

One of the best videos out there. Gonna learn some of these this summer!

[@spacemandave2345]

Thanks Seth for these Bike Hacks

[@ChewieBabyTW]

You do some of the same things in motocross or dirt bike riding the wheelie turn the nose bonk it works! A little bit more weight of course but the wheelie turn comes in handy for tight trails etc where a normal turn would not work. Good stuff Seth thanks for the tips!

[@brian1708]

Your channels are amazing and all your videos are great! I think it would be neat to have people standing near all the features as you ride them to show the scale and slope in a different way.

[@silverdropstang]

Seth- Are you on Cameo? My 8 year old son is turning 9 in 2 weeks. He has been watching your channel since he was 4!! He’s ridden mtb’s since 5. He LOVES watching your channel and especially your older how-to videos. I would pay for you to do a birthday shoutout on Cameo for him. Thanks!

[@fishnrc294]

I had the skill of planning my menu when on return run back to the truck. I know it’s not a physical skill but none the less😂 As a well rounded mountain biker who rides technical trails honestly everything you showed comes in handy you’d be surprised what situations come up when you ride a lot. Bunny hoping up a rock ledge with a little momentum on one of my favorite trails reminds me of what you were doing. And I climb very steep rocky trails so I’ve actually crashed on the uphill before trying to power through something. Fell down a few embankments for sure. So track stand & balance can mean literally your safety. Anyone new if you truly love being just on your bike & improving go out even in your neighborhood & find things to ride it translates directly to when you ride trails. That keeps you hungry because you see & feel the improvements. Happy Trails.

[@ljk3094]

Actually just got into mountain biking So I find this fun to practise

[@arduinomaster7334]

Just got my new mtb man it feels amazing i am starting the addiction guysss

[@InfamousAmanda]

I'm actually really satisfied that you went over what a nollie is, and the significance of the trick done in the other video. There's no way I'd ever attempt a nollie off a steep incline like that, very impressed.

[@Durwood71]

I think the nollie off the ramp, while undeniably impressive and not for the faint of heart, wasn't quite as dangerous as it first appears since it looks like he shifted his back tire so it passed beside the ramp instead of directly over it.

[@InfamousAmanda]

@@Durwood71 a big fear of mine is flying over the handlebars; it happened to me as a kid and the amount of pain I was in after smacking my face into the rocky dirt path was unforgettable. 🤭

[@philipsaoud244]

I sheered off my rear derailleur on a ride once and my friend, a former track racer, taught me the Madison hand sling. He was able to sling me all the way back to my car with minimal walking. Fortunately, I haven't needed to use that skill since, but it's nice to have in my bag of tricks.

[@philipaschliman1477]

I practice my track stands and riding backwards when I’m riding behind my 5 year old. Her average trail speed is negative 3 mph.

[@Trymern123]

Seth you are one of the best mtb’ers i know👍🏻👍🏻

[@willbennett8799]

A nollie on a bike has always been a polish wheelie for me and my friends

[@adissonwatleyMTB123]

I got to tell you your so great and I love your channel and the energy you bring! I am actually in North Carolina for the first time and tomorrow my parents have blessed me with the opportunity to go to berm park tomorrow (Monday) from 9 to 12:30. So excited and I really appreciate everything and the excitement you bring to the mtb community!!!! Hope to meet you one day! -13 year old mountain biker, Adisson Watley

[@adissonwatleyMTB123]

Also I’m going to be wearing my berm peak jersey and socks!!!!

[@adissonwatleyMTB123]

Actually I am going 7:30 am to 9:30 today. Haha. Gonna be cold but so exited!

[@adissonwatleyMTB123]

Actually I am going 7:30 am to 9:30 today. Haha. Gonna be cold but so exited!

[@sudhirshrestha2938]

One of best channel for cycling. I love it.

[@kapperr2340]

It’s the simple videos like this with easy and quick tricks that make me want to just ride my mtb practicing these in a parking lot😌

[@GunnarSalyer]

I actually find Nollies to be extremely useful for exactly what Kyle did with it. Going off slight or large lips, it helps to get wheels on the ground quicker and more smoothly. Sometimes I'll just hop the back wheel up into it too

[@ryanparker4996]

yeah and it helps to push a little moto-whip kick into your nollie aswell as it increases your rear-wheel clearance over the obstacle, you can nollie-drop going super slow aslong as you kick it out!

[@mattomann1093]

Trackstanding and pivoting are super useful when doing rock gardens and switchbacks. They are skills you should learn

[@jerryhermann7233]

this had some cool stuff i could do. im a clidesdale with asthma. close as i get to off road is rideing on grass. great stuff Seth!

[@slp_brick2212]

Nice video Seth always enjoy them. Keep it up

[@justinklink1588]

Great video. So many of these are things we learned messing around riding bmx in garages and basements. Ahh to be young again.

[@jannaben_mtb]

3:35 🤣😂🤣 Seth’s laugh

[@victorgetman]

I have used most of these as a daily commuter. All the repositioning stuff is quite necessary navigating the city sometimes.

[@MrDJGix]

I use the front and rear wheel turn a lot to be honest. Really helps on the tight corners. Need to give some of the others ago sometime though.

[@ericmgodfrey]

The track stand is wildly useful skill to have for technical climbs, just because it means your balance on the bike is wicked good. That weird bump that used to throw you off balance is much less consequential once your balance is really good.

[@brianrivasoconer5543]

Im 52 and finaly have a good mtb and internet ,im learning alot from these videos ..i only have one day a week off work to ride ...but i guess ill get beter a litle at a time ..im poor and live in México city no social security or medical insurance so i need to be carfull nothing too risky because if i dont work i dont eat

[@brekdakbanchamek6454]

Track Standing in my Point of View is a Skill you should essentially Learn and Master, Trust Me When you use Xc or Road Bikes with clipless pedals, It's Gonna be 100% comfortable and probably your most used skills on the Road and stoplights, even on mountain bike trails when things takes too long.

[@creeperboybuilds8714]

Dude I can’t wait to try these

[@mathiasfaber3101]

The the slow Mo's audio is hilarious 🤣🤣 As a beginner these "tricks" are going to be entertaining when tracks are not a option but you still want to improve your biking skills Great content🤩👍

[@letsgoridebikes]

Nose bonks are my favorite and nollie's are practical for popping into downhill transitions.

[@SemiSendy]

Love the nose bonks! It's become a go to for short awkward little table tops.

[@Sebfish]

Love these tips videos!

[@thejdracer99]

Video quality looked really good in this video! Love the new setup your trying

[@YOEL_44]

With little experience I have still managed to do some nose bonks, it looks way better from the front so ensure your friends are not just following you.

[@rodrigopobletgarcia2507]

Dude wtf why is his chain completely made out of quick links?

[@lamgle]

He did it for a video

[@aye_yuhxx9351]

Why isn’t yours?

[@litwanlazerdimfan]

Why isn’t yours haha

[@litwanlazerdimfan]

@@aye_yuhxx9351fr

[@itsryno532]

Funsies

[@kudosbudo]

You can even track standing in place on a scooter. 10:28 Nice one. Love this trick. Furthest i have gone doing that is a mile and a half along a canal path after my chain broke. Also been discovering you can ride up certain stairs sets by hitting em fast and treating them like a ramp or roller. As long as they ain't too high you can shoto up em!

[@pickledkiwi]

The pump movement is also possible to do on a pallet jack. Stand on the forks turn the handle left to right and also shift your weight side to side.

[@AndrewJanidlo69]

I love looking foward to a video on the weekend in the morning to eat breakfast to

[@coachcurt7606]

The rear wheel pivot, would totally be practical for sessioning a feature. 🤘🏽

[@clipsclips8526]

every video made by seth feels like the high of summer fun idk how to explain

[@crewlarkin4414]

Hey Seth I love your videos and keep it up

[@petiertje]

I agree those skills not being necessary for riding a bike, I think they are a bit rusty for me now but it sure made the ride to school a lot more fun though

[@JosiahWendell-sr8vi]

Ripstiks are specifically designed for pumping. Pretty cool

[@moriscnam]

this is one of the most handy videos you've created

[@Isaiah-ft5nx]

This is one of my favorite videos

[@robgoldsworthy4121]

love the vids Seth keep it up🤙

[@patrickwelch606]

I mostly do Bmx racing and for fun we will do a pump race where you can’t pedal at all and can make the full lap. SUPER fun and a hell of a workout 🤘

[@markpercival476]

For the Nollie hooking your foot on the rear pedal helps lots too

[@omnicrop9175]

"J hop" as well not needed but good to know most BMX riders can do it.... it is when you hop the whole bike simultaneously same as a bunny hop but when you get the front end pre loaded roll your wrists forward and that should lift the back with enough wrist strength

[@Durwood71]

I use the track stand frequently while commuting. It's ideal for brief stops at intersections.

[@vale.antoni]

Maybe not for enduro, but for urban cycling, track-stands are an essential tool in your arsenal; especially with clipless pedals.

[@Harelparsi]

that was actually fun to watch and i am going to learn every one of those skills

[@maxibon463]

As you said it's always good to clear a trail of debris. Last year I went down schleyer and you would be amazed at all the debris. It was so bad I came back the next day with a shovel and removed every rock and root😂

[@acr_master5594]

Your videos will always be either fun or educational or both!

[@r00234]

That chainless bike propelling would have come in handy today. My derailleur completely destroyed itself on the trails today. Ended up taking the derailleur completely off (it folded over into the spokes) and converted the bike to a one speed to get back, but the chain kept slipping. Most of it was downhill so it worked out, but that skill would have been useful.

[@rayracer141]

Nollie to nose bonk is one of my favs things to do.

[@joeshmoe7967]

Track stands at lights rule, but I am not quite there yet. More practice. Need to try more of these just for sheer fun. Great video. - Cheers

[@lucascaldas6717]

Is no one gonna talk about how his chain is all master links 🤣🤣🤣

[@christopherstabile7814]

Excellent seeing tutorials again.

[@phoenixx_slayzz2022]

Hey Seth, I’d like advice on what to do when you’ve hit a brick wall in bmx and don’t know what to try and learn next. When your trick arsenal is okay but you don’t know where to go next and learning new tricks is a mental block

[@Thatblackz28]

I look at riders like Erik Elstran and Montana Ricky for style and new trick inspiration. Dudes have super unique styles and trick libraries. Great for new ideas and thinking outside the box.

[@phoenixx_slayzz2022]

@@Thatblackz28 thank you buddy I’ll check them out. Got any advice on finding new lines on old tracks

[@Spacepilot616]

Happy Father's day Seth!!!

[@IanCreel]

You have a sick house, Seth. Seriously. The garage alone!

[@fire_node2416]

track stands are actually really useful when its wet out, if I'm waiting to cross a road or something and I don't want to get my pedals slippery I do a track stand and wait for traffic to pass.

[@seattlegrrlie]

I was on the path to the parking lot when walking people in front of me randomly stopped. I stopped and track stand. The people behind me were all... woah. did you see that! that's amazing!

[@MBdrummer3288]

Yeah dude, dig that jersey too!

[@dyzoly]

A side nollie off a curb every once in a while feels really useful to me!

[@wesleyvicars874]

Hey seth!! Have you ever been to riveter? It is a really cool area and I think you could make a great video on it!!

[@MBdrummer3288]

You’ve got some mad skills Seth. Damn man! And I am loving those wheels. Bad ass!

[@Later_Nerd]

As a predominately BMX rider it's funny to watch a lot of this stuff. Riding backwards and overall balance is a necessity in say street riding, where a lot of mountain bikers would struggle. But they can roast a berm in both directions and pump like nobodies business and leave me in the dust. I can throw a 360 down an 8 stair but turning to fast to the right side (my non dominant side) is so difficult for me lol. Crazy how different disciplines inside of cycling are so similar yet so different. Looking forward to getting better on the MTB side of things though. The feeling of suspension is so comforting, like rolling down a bumpy road in a Rolls Royce lmao.

[@gxgboss0622]

This has somehow encouraged me to learn useful bike skills more than waching videos telling me why I need to learn useful bike skills

[@willsohrnberger2441]

I broke my arm nose bonking lol. (snowboarding but same thing) It was a feature 10ft in the air with a kicker up to it. It was a propane tank. I nose bonked too hard and it caused me to get off axis and i landed on my arm realllly hard, not on the landing, just from 15 ft in the air onto flat. Was a big yikes lol

[@Vartan297]

Some of this looks like magic to me.

[@ti_bronco6434]

With a background of scootering and a tiny bit of skating pumping comes very naturally to me on a bike

[@sfkckl6846]

The rear wheel pivot seems practical in some scenarios such as a bear or other dangerous animal or unavoidable obstacle where you can quickly turn around and if needed haul ass the other way.