How to Jump a Mountain Bike - A Beginner's Guide

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Jumping with control and confidence has eluded me for a long time. Based on a lot of work and some great coaching, I put together these five tips to help you become more controlled and confident on jumps.
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00:00 Introduction
00:37 I'm an average rider.
01:05 0. Jump Anatomy
02:36 1. How to Stop Getting Bucked
05:39 2. How to Pump
07:12 3. The Row
08:37 4. Sessioning
09:15 5. Jump Everything
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[@carlosmparada1]

Thanks!

[@mtb_alan]

🤘🏾

[@mtb_alan]

Oh...! Just saw you gave me a SUPER THANKS! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@katyrobinson9037]

oh my lawd the sound effects on this one 💯💯💯 😂

[@mtb_alan]

Hee hee! Thanks Katyballz!

[@j.l.5966]

I can’t imagine the amount of work you put into this, but man, this is the best “how to” jump tutorial I’ve ever seen. The visuals and breakdown made me realize why I jump the way I do (bucked and front end heavy). Going to apply this to my next time out on the jump line. Probably asking for too much, but it would be neat if you did a “how to” drop tutorial in the same fashion.

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! I hope it helps. 👊🏾

[@mtb_alan]

A drop vid could be cool. 🤔

[@peterbourne2598]

Really useful video, thanks! I'm 65 and struggle with the traditional advice regarding jumping i.e. do a bunny hop. Your tips are spot on! Keep up the good work!!

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah, Peter! I hope this helps our jumps!

[@michaelbrown1678]

I've watched many a KZbin video on jumping and picked up lots of tidbits but the part about where I have been looking put it all together for me. Almost instantly my comfort level has increased dramatically. Thanks for the great video.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah, Michael! 🤘🏾

[@DeadsetYT]

Hell yeah! Been waiting for this one, I need all the help I can get. Drops are easy, jumps are not. Love ya work mate!!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Let me know if it helps you out!

[@DeadsetYT]

@@mtb_alan Will do, hoping to get out to the trails this weekend. I tend to get stuck going sideways in the air. I think a lot of it is confidence, so I'll be sure to put these tips into practice to help with that.

[@lukewilson9828]

for me its the opposite

[@blameitonben]

@@DeadsetYT Sideways in the air is because you're pulling with your arms and one of your arms is stronger than the other. Push with your legs to get the pop.

[@hunterschultz8606]

Great vid! I have been having trouble doing jumps and this vid pretty much made my life pretty easy!

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! I hope it helps.

[@christianmorales7801]

Amazing vid! Thanks so much Alan, this really helped my jumping. Keep making awesome vids!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks 🙏🏾. That’s rad to hear!

[@tepSIJA]

Congratulations on the explanation. I must have watched over 50 videos on how to jump but this one is by far the best and easiest.

[@mtb_alan]

Awesome! Hope it helps.

[@johnnyrc9304]

Alan, you really do GOOD work. In the last year I would say I've learned the most useful stuff from YOU and the Kyle and April channel. Thank you, and keep it up.

[@mtb_alan]

Wow! That's a big compliment! Kyle and April do cool stuff! Thanks! Will do.

[@Jedi-John]

Seriously... you have the best tutorial videos I have found. Excellent production, and the graphics and explanations are first rate. Love the channel - thanks for all the work!

[@mtb_alan]

Aw shucks! 👊🏾

[@feelfreemtb3474]

Yesss this video is one of the clearest on KZbin on Jumping an MTB. Great Advice on not sessioning everything at the same time

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! 👊🏾

[@M-TAdventures]

Alan I meet you at the Sedona Bike Festival and you were so down to earth thanks for the the content it’s very helpful

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure! Glad you made it out to Sedona. What a crazy weekend huh?

[@Kiranayer]

Absolute best how to jump video around, great help

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Hope it helps you out. 👊🏾

[@steveo0621]

Great video Alan!!! Loved the demo lab it gives you more of an idea like a blue print. I will definitely be using this info when trying to jump. Thanks!!! Look forward to the next one 🤙!

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you appreciated it! I was hoping a more "blueprint" style approach would offer something new. Hope it helps you out!

[@0ntoowheels]

There are many great "how to jump vid", this vid is one of the best! Simple, concise, no fluff! Thank you for making it. Going to put these tips to work tomorrow...ohh boy!!!!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! I hope it helps! 👊🏾

[@robertgoodwin4730]

Thanks for the video - Very helpful! - I can’t wait to hit Dodge Ridge CA this summer. Last summer I got my first full suspension bike, Santa Cruz Bronson, and at 60 years old I’m flying higher and farther than ever before in my life. I love skiing down the mountain fast at Dodge Ridge and now I’m totally hooked on riding my bike down the mountain FAST! What a great sport - SHRED THAT MOUNTAIN!

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! That's rad!

[@caturindrasukmana7673]

This is jump explanation that I am looking for. Thanks for your effort dude!! Good job!! :)

[@mtb_alan]

Right on! My pleasure. 👊🏾

[@minggthemerciless]

dude your videos are super well made, love it

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! 🙏🏾

[@quarrybank909]

Great video Alan. The sighting tip was a great tip. Looking forward to putting them in to practice this weekend.

[@mtb_alan]

Sweet! Let me know how it goes.

[@michalsleziak3449]

I have literally seen like 100 videos about jumping, But this one is by far The best one! The advices you are giving are so simple and intuitive but effective that jumping doesn't seems like a science any more :D Thank you!

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@hiraishin540]

Awesome breakdown of the technique and absolutely fantastic production quality!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! 😆

[@JasonLeakeExperience]

Dude this video was the key to me unlocking how to jump! I literally watched it, printed out some notes, and headed out to session jumps. It clicked right away. Thank you.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! This really gets me stoked. Thanks for letting me know. 👊🏾

[@Jmastarasta]

Dude!!!!! You nailed it for me on the buck! I have always been looking down instead of ahead to where I’m going. Thanks man 👍🏼

[@mtb_alan]

Right on! I really hope it helps you out.

[@gordonnichols8096]

Some of the Best MTB advice I’ve ever heard!! 🤯🤯🤯

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Hope it helps on the trail.

[@TotalDefender]

Excellent video! Well structured and explained. Looking forward to seeing more

[@mtb_alan]

🙏🏾

[@OnCloud911]

Great video! The 2 biggest takeaways I need to implement are "look to the sky" and "the row". Thank you for the excellent breakdown!

[@mtb_alan]

Glad it was helpful! 🤘🏾

[@heme11]

Thanks Alan! Loved the stop motion animation and sound effects! Great job Dude!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks!

[@ivanhyuga124]

this was an amazing video! Keep up the good work man!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Will do.

[@bonham4994sts9]

Super high quality video man! Great job! 🤘🤘🤘

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks!

[@wastedtalentinc8007]

Love the use of the fridge for the animation, fantastic! This was worth the wait

[@mtb_alan]

🙏🏾👊🏾

[@crocopie]

Came here for the lesson. Stayed for the sideburns...AND the lesson...AND the stop motion animation!

[@mtb_alan]

😆🙏🏾

[@FrankVanDykeRealtor]

Great video!! Can’t wait to take it to the jumps.

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Frank! Let me know how it works out for you!

[@DirtyPandaMTB]

One of the best tips on how to jump video I've seen man. Makes the most sense to me as a noob 👍 keep up the good work!

[@mtb_alan]

Nice! Glad to help. 👊🏾

[@FredVanAllenRealtor]

Thank you for the visuals!!

[@mtb_alan]

👊🏾 no worries.

[@LeonardOutdoorsNM]

Thanks for the fresh take. That was a great way of explaining it! I'm so glad it wasn't the same regurgitated "how to jump with a manual" that tons of other channels were posting.

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! There are a lot of good resources out there from much better jumpers. I wanted to share how it made sense to me. :)

[@JvMTB]

Awesome tutorial! Very creative and tackled most beginner/intermediate mistakes. Keep em coming! 🤙

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! I m already making a list of other mistakes I make. 😆

[@JvMTB]

@@mtb_alan haha just noticed on my previous video progression I'm guilty with not looking up and the dreaded dead sailor. Will try the look up and row tip on my next progression video. Thanks a bunch! 🤙

[@TonyFernandezjkdjedi]

EXCELLENT VIDEO ALAN... Thanks for the MAD TIPS!!

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure!

[@maraisdekker2415]

Excellent video! Greatly entertaining and instructive. Thank you.

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure!

[@milesholland6826]

Great video. You have a way of putting techniques into words that makes a good teacher. Thanks!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Hope it helps. 👊🏾

[@tomhand2976]

I had the same initial thought. I am finally starting to break through in jumping and figured I can help my non jumping friends as it is super fresh. Last "session" I realized my legs were key and you nailed that. I had seen row from another video, so the simple tips you gave are great and now I am going to work on where I am looking, then more row, and make sure I keep using the legs. Thanks...

[@mtb_alan]

Awesome!

[@72fasterthanyou]

The stop motion animation is awesome! Another great vid. I need to session more often. This whole “work/pay your bills/responsibility thing is getting in the way of riding!!

[@mtb_alan]

I feel you. 👊🏾

[@bryndon]

Yo Alan... mid way through the video and it's Exactly what I needed Right Now. So much better described than other how to Jump vids I've been watching, you really have a feel for the intermediate rider's mindset. A lot of "Experts" take some things for granted, Thank you. Also, loving the stop-motion! Can't wait to get back out on the trail and progress.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah, Bryndon! Really good to hear. I was hoping that this episode would do just that!

[@bryndon]

@@mtb_alan Thanks for the response. and keep up the good work on the channel, I love the direction you're headed. Also, if you're ever wanna come check out some less polished trails... come check out the Wild West some time. Some fun trails that are off the SoCal Radar ;)

[@MarsOG310]

Kickass! Also great sfx. I lol'd on the scwhaw landing sound.

[@mtb_alan]

LOL! Thanks!

[@patrick764]

Very, very well produced. Thanks!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks for the kind words. 🙏🏾

[@AdamMock]

Man, such a dope edit! And thank you for this. I'm taking in as much jump info as possible and this break down has me stoked to go out there and keeping working on it! Gotta put in the time if I want to get better. Also, bring Bollywood back! ✌🏼🤟🏼

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Adam! I hope the tips are helpful. LOL! The Bollywood does need to make a comeback.

[@3BrothersExtreme]

Dude, just watched this for the first time today. We should have watched it before our summit trip last week. Kids loved the jumps on muscle beach!

[@mtb_alan]

Right on!

[@1f1fan]

Great video. I'm 60 YO and I never really jumped anything, we always dropped off stuff. Now all these jump lines everywhere has me scared to try. The lips are so steep that they look like they are for pump bikes, not MTBs. Thanks for the tips. I think I'll pick one and session it like you say. Thanks Brother!

[@mtb_alan]

No worries! I put out a video specifically about how to avoid getting bucked. It should help. 🤘🏾 kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZfVg62Gh9OChrssi=sN5P2Rj1b40ZYywh

[@TristanBastidas]

This is so entertaining! I learned a lot man. keep it going!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Will do.

[@EskimoMTB]

Rad vid as usual! Gonna use that look up into the air tip!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! I hope it helps. 👊🏾

[@CalvinYuMTB]

Great tips and awesome production!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Calvin!

[@joshiboy31]

Genuinely great tips, not heard some of these before. Shall definitely try them out and get back (hopefully in one piece)

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! I hope they work and allow you to remain a single piece. 😆

[@workhorsemtb7075]

Dude, the animation is awesome! Great video!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks!

[@masterofnone1481]

This is the first time I’ve heard the “keep your head up” tip 👌👌👌👌 I immediately related with it 😭😭

[@mtb_alan]

🤘🏾 Sweet!

[@ChebTV102]

Best jump tutorial, biker from the Philippines

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! 🙏🏾

[@omarqbn]

Hi Alan. I used your jumping techniques from this video today on Partywave and Westridge and I got some unexpected air over a few lips on both runs. I have to say, your advise on this video worked very well. It was my first time in both runs and I followed the techniques in this video and it worked very well! Thank you! Felt good to get some air off these jumps as they’re very intimidating for a 52 year old guy like me! Thanks again!!!

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah, Omar! Thanks for the feedback. Stoked for you. 🤘🏾

[@hopooba]

I was good until “dead sailor”. My last name is Sailer. Now I’m spooked. LoL.

[@mtb_alan]

Oh no! Well, just be a living Sailer!

[@mntnbiker818]

Same here, except that I am a sailor, not a Sailer.

[@lanzonests]

nice man, I just purchased skypark annual pass last month and started hitting those table tops "the small one's" ... ur videos really help thank you.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Glad the tips are helping. See you up there!

[@jjr1314]

Well done! Jumping has been super frustrating for me since our trails don’t really have any good tables to start on. I have found that quality built jumps would help me progress so much more. I am going to get the kickers out and try your tips next time!

[@mtb_alan]

I feel you, man. I know I owe a lot of my progress to having access to a lift-access park with a good jump line. Hope the tips help!

[@UptownCranker]

Thanks bro will try this and more session on jump. I know This can improve on my jumps. Also the sessioning more often so master each type of jump.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Hope it helps some.

[@alexadams2230]

Nice job man. Super helpful!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Glad it's helpful!

[@FROADER]

I appreciate the effort of the stop motion video. Great video.

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you dug it!

[@benjaminreohr4577]

Thanks Alan for all the hard work. Sessioning with that row technique (especially the pull to hips) has revolutionized my jump game. People always told me to bunny hop off lips, and I was always confused by this b/c I have a good bunny hop and jumping with the bunny hop technique always felt sketchy. Your tips as an intermediate rider who is newer to jumping have made me become less confused by and excited about jumping. Today, I attempted my first suicide no-handed after not being able to clear the jumps 3-months ago. TLDR: Sorry for the rambling comment, but I am stoked on the learning to jump content!

[@mtb_alan]

Hi Benjamin! Not rambling at all. I dig hearing your story. And I'm stoked to know that I'm not the only one who 1. was also not convinced about bunnyhopping off lips and 2. got so much from the rowing movement. Super stoked for your progression! I'm still too scared to take a hand off, but dang do those tuck no-handers looks sick!

[@joseperezpaz9986]

Great advice for a noob like myself! Thank you!

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure. Hope it helps!

[@therealgeronimo1127]

Went out yesterday and tried jumping a little table top on my MTB for the first time. I felt okay as far as stability (no nose diving) but I just couldn’t clear the middle. I think looking upward will help me a lot. Thanks and sick edits 🙌🏽💯

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah!

[@nestorvasquez2134]

Thank you Alan for this video, and if you decide to give a clinic class, I’m in! 🤙🍻

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure! Ha...I'm far from qualified to give a clinic. But I'll let you know. 😆

[@THESEGMENTPR]

Awesome video Alan!!!! Thank you!!!

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure! 👊🏾

[@dusty7933]

Very good explanation bud. Definitely give these a go🤟🏻

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Hope it helps. 👊🏾

[@benjameng9475]

Thanks for the tips!

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure!

[@RexMerino]

Thanks for the tips bro important the session practice makes perfect

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure. Practice makes habit. Perfect practice makes perfect. ;)

[@skiMTB]

Nice online lesson! Thanks Alan!

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure!

[@jaredtippets6255]

Amazing video! Helped me a lot. Thanks. Had my front wheel dip mid drop yesterday and my heart sank. Barely landed. To make it worse, the ground was full of long prickly thorny plants… helped a lot today though!

[@mtb_alan]

Oh dang! Glad it helped!

[@Bringinheat]

Stumbled onto this video due to KZbin algorithms.... Good job with it... You have some really high production for a smaller channel.... Keep it up... Subscribed

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks for the support! 🙏🏾

[@RydenDirty]

great video Alan

[@mtb_alan]

👊🏾

[@sunglassrob7752]

Love the graphics!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Rob! Good meeting you in person at Skypark!

[@celonetvpn]

excellent excellent, thank you!!!

[@oskarstaudte]

I'm a really good tech rider and ride alot of rooty stuff/rocky stuff and also really fast, good cornerer. but never got jumps right, always got bucked. This video is great advice, gonna use it next time I go ride, hopefully I'll be able to progress!

[@mtb_alan]

I feel you. Jumping is totally it's own skill set. I hope these tips help you!

[@oskarstaudte]

@@mtb_alan Agreed! Thanks for the quality video too :)

[@douginla]

Just had shoulder surgery so I'm studying hard to be a better rider in a couple months. Appreciate your hard work.

[@mtb_alan]

I hope you heal up well. That PT and scapular strength and position are some of the best things you can do to be a better rider! 💪🏽

[@povteer]

just the video i needed! thanks man! 🤙

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah!

[@MTBMixster]

Rad intro!! That had to be a nightmare to shoot. It came out great!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks!

[@scorch222]

awesome video mate!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Aidan!

[@willienillie6337]

My friends got me into MTB a few years ago but I’ve never learned to jump or approach a jump properly. I feel like crashing every I’m in the air. I appreciate this video. Spring is coming, maybe it’s time I tackle my fear..

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah. Take your time. 🤘🏾

[@50nollieman]

Wow that stop motion mustve taken a lot of time! Awesome vid man! Will have to try these tips out next time I ride :) Keep the vids coming!

[@mtb_alan]

Yo! I hope the tips help! Stop motion is always a labor of love, but in this case, I did have a fridge full of snacks and sodas nearby. 😆

[@50nollieman]

@@mtb_alan Heck yeah man! Been waiting for this to come out. I see why it took so long hahah Turned out awesome btw

[@Mrhadatte]

Dude, the stop motion is SO RIDICULOUSLY GOOD!

[@Mrhadatte]

Oh my God and the vocorder!? Hahaha

[@mtb_alan]

Hee hee! Thanks so much! Glad you like my "natural" singing voice. 😆

[@Mrhadatte]

@@mtb_alan you and cher, out there with voices of angles.

[@ScoutsOut]

Good explanation, thanks Alan

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! My pleasure.

[@TannerLandry]

Awesome tutorial man!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Tanner!

[@tgnilsson1]

Have waited for the next MTB-Alan episode 😊👍 Jumping are fun and scary. Just learning now whenever I can 😊 Like your videos, stil have a lot of them to look through 😊👍 Well, winter is coming, so I will have the time 😂 Btw, like your beard/mustasch 👍👊 I have a schnurrbart. Just for the fun of it 😂😂😂

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you're diggin' the content and also that you share my appreciation for weird facial hair. LOL!

[@motaganja]

Nice video Alan very useful information

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Glad you found it useful. 👊🏽

[@advan031]

Nice intro 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 and 🔥🔥 content

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks!

[@Firebert79TA]

You stepped up the sound effects so much and yet I'm stilled bummed about the lack of fist bumps.

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! That’s funny. I totally thought about the lack of 🤜🏽 💥 🤛🏽 in this episode. 😆

[@swktg47]

As dumb as this sounds, the "don't look at the ground when you take off, unless that's where you want your front wheel to go" thing just exploded the dim little lightbulb in my head. I can't wait to go try this out!

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! Nice. Let me know how it goes. 🤘🏾

[@DMMTB]

Good advice, I’m working on the row part atm .... I saw you on the Joey podcast and have the same way of coming up with a story for my vids .... watch all your footage from the ride and build a story based on what happens with a general idea going into it 🤙🏼

[@mtb_alan]

Right on! The row is still something I have to remind myself to do.

[@shreddinmike1980]

its Barry Bandirath.!!!! this video was super helpful

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yah!

[@illuminatii604]

I thought this video was going to be the same as every other one, but I was presently surprised. The "look up past the lip" technique is a great tip. It will subconsciously put your body in a better position. I hate when people say to "bunny hop" off the lip. That's not how it works. You explained it very well. Great video.

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Luke! That means a lot. 🙏🏾

[@keithpucket7503]

Hi Alan, I'm looking forward to trying these things when I find some jumps (When Snow Summit opens I guess). I like the tutorial videos you do, It would be really nice if you would do one for Car Wreck. Thanks

[@mtb_alan]

Right on Keith. You can probably find some other jumps in the meantime, yeah? Glad you dig the tutorials. Thanks for the suggestion. I would have to actually get good at riding Car Wreck first. 😅

[@EricHollanderAcu]

Great tips in the "row." I totally agree. I'd like to know how some guys get air off of the smallest stuff?

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Eric! I felt the same way about skaters who could ollie like it was nothing. I think it often comes from just a couple subtle changes and timing.

[@jman6373]

Agree with the others here. Very well explained. I especially like how you suggest not really going for the bunny hop motions due to the speed, forces and the fact that the lip already does half the bunny hop for you anyway. Puling too hard with the arms can cause some real problems like leaning too far back on take off where you land in a leaned back position and loop out. That hurts. Driving down with the feet, consciously riding my back tire off the lip while still in the motion of pushing my weight up is the thought process that seems to work best for me. When helping people learn to jump, I always correct anyone that tells them to pull up. I'm like "no that will develop bad habits. Push up with your feet and let your arms flex with that motions, but don't let them really pull."

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Glad you dug it. And thanks for sharing your tips! 🙏🏾

[@jman6373]

@@mtb_alan Haha, thx man. I hope those are somewhat solid tips. I'll say all that with a couple of big caveats. My biggest problem with jumps is lifting the rear tire early. I never really learned the American bunny hop. I've been doing the British style bunny hop where both tires leave the ground in unison since I was a kid. And I'm American, go figure. So, when I drive up with my feet, sometimes my timing is a little too early and I lift early and do not get the full benefit of the lip's real estate if you know what I mean. The other caveat is that I clip in, which does make it harder to bail quickly, yikes!

[@mtb_alan]

@@jman6373 totes. I am working on a new jump vid so it’s good to hear how others approach jumping.

[@AlUyami]

Nice tips 👌🤘

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks!

[@drewsenthused6079]

Great tips! I'm, fo sho, for Row over Wade 😉 I never know if I should be covering the breaks on the take off.

[@mtb_alan]

I don’t go anywhere near the brakes anywhere on a jump. 😬

[@chickenclips]

Your intro alone made me subscribe

[@mtb_alan]

😆🙏🏾