Mountain Biking at Walnut Creek, Austin TX July 2023

[@soggywafflesmedia]

Very nice. Need to get back out there next weekend.

[@cloudycello2072]

Is this a good trail for a absolute beginner?Just got my 29 hard tail

[@kenny91087]

Generally speaking, yes. It's not as rocky/technical/steep as some other places in Austin, but it does have its spots. A hardtail is definitely sufficient here. It may benefit you to ride with someone who is familiar with the trails. They are multidirectional and shared with hikers and dogs (though in this extreme heat traffic was low, even on the weekend). It's also extremely dry and dusty right now, which can affect traction and the bike needed a good cleaning afterwards. All that said, I think it's a common park for beginner MTBers in town as well as all skill levels. It was one of the first places I rode when I got my first MTB.

[@samuraioodon]

@@kenny91087how about gravel bike with 2.1 tires and beginner mountain bike rider but experienced road and gravel rider?

[@roosterhpd5353]

What camera gear are you using?

[@kenny91087]

GoPro Hero 8 with a chest mount

[@roosterhpd5353]

@kenny91087 thanks. Looks good

[@kenny91087]

Thanks!@@roosterhpd5353

[@rhamej]

The way you hold your bars is a recipe for disaster...

[@kenny91087]

@@rhamej How do you figure?

[@malfeto]

@@kenny91087 I think they mean your thumb position nether one is actually gripping the bars.

[@rhamej]

@@kenny91087 Your thumbs are not wrapping the bars. One big mis-timed front end hit, and you will be eating the stem.

[@kenny91087]

@@rhamej I'll keep that in mind; thanks for the tip!