Top 10 Cycling Mistakes And How To Avoid Them

[@r0z3d]

"dont forget to take your litter home with you" - I love that you guys said that!!!

[@experiment54]

That song enters the chart at number 5 and the band is called - 2 Boys One Bike

[@TomsTenorHorn]

5:12 Matt and Dan's singing ... definitely a number two!!

[@JoeBleasdaleReal]

Mags496 gotta be two

[@jeffreypeters1902]

Biggest cycling mistake ever is not cycling.

[@TheClitical]

HOW CAN I NOT LIKE THIS? you trapped me, sir

[@tomekkruk6147]

Dude, i started bout 3 months ago. I'm almost 40 and now i regret that i haven't started when i was 20.

[@Lunkzonyt]

HELP My CHAIN SNAPPED

[@Sijray21]

For those that run deep dish wheels: make sure your spare tube valve stem is long enough for your wheel...

[@rufushayday6990]

Been there done that

[@trevorrobinson408]

Really helpful videos. As a new cyclist these tips are helping me avoid mistakes.

[@gabriel.trainer]

0:39 - Mistake number 11 - Tire put on the wrong rolling direction

[@PNETriffid]

Mistake 12 - Spelling tyre incorrectly.

[@MrMiss-cp9bw]

@@PNETriffid grammarist.com/spelling/tire-tyre/ Mistake 13: Not knowing there is subtle differences among the varieties of English languages.

[@pickle24]

@@MrMiss-cp9bw shrekt

[@eternalchild3428]

Mistake 14: Spelling tyre instead of tire, this side of the "pond."

[@johnton5656]

@@PNETriffid How come they were riding on the rhyte (roit? right-o mate? allll-righty???) side of the road then?

[@sdkid6059]

As a "Mountain Biker" - now City-cycler; ( putting more pressure on the front brake ) threw me off, had to rewind several times; I always had been "Loose adjusting the front brake" as to not go "arse over tea-kettle" I've grown up thinking that was the "rule" or such. Thanks for the videos though, learning a lot; one further question, are bike shorts & shirt proper attire for a restaurant Chef to wear with only a Chef jacket over ?? Place I worked at once still cracks me up; we joked that at least he changed shoes, upon arrival. Cheers from The USA.

[@JoeBleasdaleReal]

*Essential Spares - Matt Stephens feat. Dan “Cervélo” Lloyd* LYRICS: Two inner tubes (gotta be two) Two tyre levers (gotta be two) Couple little patches (optional) And a mini pump (big or small) And a multi-tool (ideally with a chain-link extractor)

[@saadlaouaouda2071]

Got a love this channel, It’s like Top Gear for bicycles

[@53glowe]

Matt's maintenance ditty...I'm thinking Eurovision. Sensational!

[@JoeBleasdaleReal]

“Les cyclistes britanniques, douze points!”

[@JoeBleasdaleReal]

“Les cyclistes britanniques, douze points!”

[@paulsingh9043]

Sound advice!, don’t go too hard too soon!, I recently went out with some semi pro’s , it was 44oc and I really suffered keeping up with them, bonked!, big style!, lesson learned !

[@Simon72Victoria]

Supercar Qatar I felt bad for you so I gave you a like 👍👍👍

[@RS-xq6je]

My brother was around 19 years old very overweight and unfit had a totally sedentary lifestyle and job and one day decided to buy a bike and after the weekend decided he would cycle to work over 10miles away weather wasn't great extremely windy I think he even tried most of it riding down a duel carriageway just a few rpm away from a heart attack motorists beeping at him (wind blowing him into the carriageway) he ended up calling a taxi and never using the bike again refused to sell me it also. Could never tell that lad anything very ignorant to reason

[@Joeonline26]

Saw you guys on Formentor when you were riding for this video. I loved my 2 week camp out there but been back in the UK and it's grim weather for the last 2 weeks now :(

[@jordywilliams]

11. don't wear leg warmers without arm warmers

[@mizzorian]

About tyre pressure....Every tyre model is different...go to manufacturers website to see what they recommend for what you have. I weigh 60kg and my Grand Prix II is recommended t about 120psi

[@isaac-x7y]

+Mehran Mahdi Im pretty sure that is the maximum, i would never pump it that hard unless you live somewhere with very very smooth roads (i also have grand prix II)

[@luckylifeonwheels626]

I also love your cycling kits a full GCN cycling kit would be awesome on my next team ride with my friends.

[@antonXPS]

was singing today this song when getting ready for a weekend ride! well done guys

[@enricopucci5103]

I found an old bicycle of my grandfather and its really beautiful and good as he was a racer and he won lots of metals with this bicycle. Should i fix and tune this bike, or it is a waste of money?

[@simonkappel6161]

The Spares-song is one of the best songs I've heard (in the last hour)!! ;)

[@tadhgfitzsimons4707]

Where can I download your song??!!

[@vladimirstojanovic2274]

I think that Dan didn't mean on million miles in Matt's legs, he thought on Matt's mistakes of clipping in.

[@SirSimon98]

I think its worthy for "comment of the week"

[@vladimirstojanovic2274]

Thanks Si, I'm in the mood today for that. Let's wait for GCN Show on Tuesday and see. ;)

[@SirSimon98]

+Vladimir Stojanovic I like that you call me "Si" 😂 Have a good day Sir 💪

[@randy4372]

Your seat height is determined not just by how long your legs are and the size and shape of the bike frame.Its most important to bare in mind your Hamstrings/Quads/calf flexibility and strength of glutes and abdominals. If you have knee flick during the peddle stoke your saddle is too high.This is caused usually in quad dominant people and only further ingrains the dysfunction.

[@hutchmusic-ux5mi]

That musical interlude was the hardest I’ve ever laughed at a GCN video. XD

[@robboyle18]

I’m a cyclist. Wonderful tips. I have a non-biking question. What type of mike are you using so you don’t hear the wind noise? Thanks guys 🚲.

[@luckylifeonwheels626]

That's some good info I have always ran 90-100 psi year round lol.. I have had a few falls this winter lol going down to 80 psi that GCN you guys are awesome

[@minuteman4199]

Skidding on some wet leaves while going down a hill at a high rate of speed and skidding face first down the road was the worst mistake I have ever made. It took me months to recover from that one.

[@TheJohnnyBrison]

Proposing a new GCN weekly award: The Subscribe Box Bull's Eye Pointer of the Week!! Try as you all might, that subscribe box is rarely where you think it is in the videos. Matt got it spot on here with confidence to boot - Chapeau!

[@Starlite4321]

Very nicely done gents - thanks !

[@MadtokerGL]

That singing killed me, so legendary!

[@orci77]

OMG! Lets have a new category in GCN show: Singing advices :-D

[@jaylumbago559]

So you are doing a video on top cycling mistakes with a tire mounted in the wrong direction (0:39) - Nice !

[@simasoliva]

Ha ha, it's true! :)))

[@sbollinger37]

That jingle was awesome!

[@jtk1ify]

i always take some ID, a piece of paper with contact details and any medical conditions in case of an emergency. not too important when group riding but essential when going solo

[@benfurman3512]

Pretty stoked to see Matt and I ride the same bike!

[@DJWolves97]

What about if your tires have a recommended pressure above your recommendation based on weight of the rider??

[@wong5150]

Great video. I would disagree with lubing and wiping. I have always been told to clean the chain, lube the chain - then let the lube soak in. (do not wipe). then repeat this process after your next ride, or whenever the chain gets noisy.

[@liamturner6424]

I like the vids with Matt and si there funny, especially the ones about what not to drink/eat and stuff

[@pablozuma1200]

"Don't forget to take your litter home with you" That's the most important advice of all. At least in Spain where I live road sides are really dirty... It's a shame.

[@gdfggggg]

Pablo Zumárraga loooove Spain, such a great place.

[@michaelbacon8096]

Mistake #11 - Forgetting that Dan was on the Cervelo Test Team.

[@Bubbleb2]

Please sing some more! Loved it!

[@lukastheinfinite7311]

Amazing song! You guys have some serious talent there!

[@enriquevuiton6985]

I like so much this video in Mallorca. It´ s my island!! Greetings!

[@farouk6564]

Best tips! Thanks

[@SuperTunaface]

Could you make a video on on knee over pedal spindle? I've been struggling with some issues on my bike fit which could potentially "ruin the k.o.p.s". Thanks!

[@EmeraldMack992]

Nice to see this video... again.

[@Rockinbiker1946]

Tire pressure also is different depending on the size, 700-25 pressure is much higher than a 700-32 for example.

[@totallyirrelevant5851]

love this video... singing... not so much lol keep it up guys !!

[@Lonelyenglishgirl]

Question: what sort of bag, storage should you get? mainly for commutes? atm i have rack bags on my hybrid but now i'm more experianced, id like a road bike. any advice? (Also love the show. top gear for bikes!)

[@danielb6076]

Great videos chaps!

[@vwmiker32]

Loved the duet! haha

[@cheguevaraisgod]

You guys are awesome,

[@BOT_Botman]

That song! I want to hear the new presenters singing!

[@liberatetutemeexinferis5902]

#11. Make sure your support team brings all of the bikes. Happened to us once.

[@liambarber9036]

next pop star, Matt. Next GCN video, sing along with Matt. Next item bought at Store, earplugs. :)

[@conradgoodman990]

Hi Guys. Where are you filming this. The views are fantastic. Regards

[@macmausxp]

in tire pressure, when you talk about 70 kg of rider, you consider bike+person, or only the person? and what will be the recommendation for a 64 kg rider and 9kg bike (total of 73 kg). i think that is better considered both weights because not everybody has a light bike

[@granthenderson2146]

Yep just spit out coffee at Mr Lloyd's rodent living in your bike remark 😂

[@abishop3875]

The ride they are doing is out to the Cap (lighthouse) de formentor in Mallorca, one of the best cycles you can do! 🚵‍♂️

[@AZdroptop]

Sweet song guys!

[@waynehubbell1401]

regarding the spare, what is a tube for? Dont you glue a tire on?

[@NickHudson1]

Should the mini tool I bring also have a spoke key? (see 6:19) I heard there is a great video somewhere about truing your wheels. I wonder what channel it was on?

[@steventiede4423]

I notice you are often on Orbea bikes, (and nice ones at that) is this your most desirable bike to ride or are they sponsors of the show and in fact how does that work as opposed to say a Pinarello of which I have never seen and do not miss, just curious, Steve, Big Pine Ca (where the climbing is awesome) Thanks! Love your show.

[@RS-xq6je]

One can only imagine what that must be like 👍

[@milanbezstarosti]

thanks

[@seadbiberovic9591]

GCN is my road cycling encyclopedia

[@scottpratt1851]

How about a weighted vest, along with hill climbing... Works for me

[@faboulus13fabian]

the road to cap formentor is just stunning! live it :D

[@ZOB4]

What a crazy road you're on at 3:33!

[@TimTigerMix]

Concerning your singing skills: You will hear from my lawyer ;)

[@randolphpatterson5061]

This may or may not qualify as a cycling mistake, but it can depend on the type & length of the ride you are planning: Not first going out on a decent warmup/shakedown ride close to home, or wherever you're staying, returning to your jumpoff point within an hour or so before you embark on that day's ride. Dress in full riding apparel, and outfit your bike for the big ride during this warmup. This will give you a chance to ensure that everything is doing its job as it should, and you'll be back shortly, where you can then make any changes to your apparel or bike or equipment & accessories, if need be. You'll have time for fine-tuning the fit of your helmet, or trying out new shoes before committing them (and your feet) the to the anticipated rigors of a long ride, or to make sure that your lights & pump are secure, or that you're forgetting something you'll need to depend on for the ride to be a success. Best of all, you'll feel strong & fresh when you head out on the main ride, and will have significantly reduced your chances of injury or strain later on, when you might be far from home. A good 30 minutes on the warmup ride should do the trick for just about anyone, under almost any circumstances. This advice might be extra-valuable for new riders. Hope it helps.

[@phucngoduy8543]

I love the song!

[@criticalmile5631]

nice ryde! where is the location matte?

[@harrylime22]

Experienced cyclists have told me to avoid the gels and carb drinks for bananas flap jacks and water. Any thoughts ?

[@actvistanimal457]

Gels and carbs are fine, plant foods for recovery nutrition u want those carbs so u get back to tip top shape quicker,

[@harrylime22]

+Vegan Astronaut ok thanks.

[@BrotherSabathius]

+harrylime22 If you aren't racing, stick to real food IMO.

[@harrylime22]

+Michael Wrightson cool. Thanks.

[@DjangoUnhinged]

Why does Dan look so pissed off all the time when riding?

[@gcn]

I'm not sure, but I'm guessing it's the same reason he looks annoyed all the time when he's not riding.

[@MatadorCE]

+DjangoUnhinged Because it's not the Cervelo Test Team

[@lonewolf-si4oc]

it's because his helmet covers his hair , so he can't show off.

[@philadams9254]

+MatadorCE Woah, he rode for the Cervelo Test Team? No way!

[@nightfly222]

+Phil Adams shocker eh! LMAO!

[@oasane]

You guys are funny and thanks for the info.

[@Mačkatigar]

What about the fokus carbon?

[@CharlieBennici]

Question about tire pressure. I have a Motobecane Mirage SL with 25mm tires. I weigh a whopping...50 kg. What should I run?

[@actvistanimal457]

Lol 110 maybe depends if u want Kim or comfort for long ride. Since ur so light I think u can get away with higher pressure and more comfort

[@ColonelBummleigh]

4:46 a gem I missed.

[@philadams9254]

7:11 - 7:26 All I hear here is carbs. Out of interest, what would the pros be eating instead when they (apparently) do all this low-carb training? I'm not hating, just genuinely curious. Doesn't seem like there are any easy-to-carry foods that aren't carbs.

[@theWolfXLIV]

+Phil Adams CTFU

[@philadams9254]

+theWolfXLIV Preaching to the choir mate.

[@ThePrimaryKorea]

Riders on a low carb diet generally don't bonk so there's no need to take food. Also (according to the GCN video) the rides undertaken in a low carb state tend to be endurance rides which also means less need to refuel on the bike. Please stop trolling. GCN never said or implied that riders use a low carb strategy long term or in competition. A massive part of preparing for a grand tour is weight loss and there's a ton of evidence which shows low carb can help achieve this quickly. We all make our own choices in life. It never hurts to give other people the respect of not trying to ram your choices down their throats.

[@ThePrimaryKorea]

Btw low carb for weight loss is hardly a new idea. Not even to cycling. If you're at all interested in evidence and facts have a read of these articles from 2013. I don't have a dog in this fight but I'm sick of the nonsense being spouted by the vegan minority on the comments. Surely there's more to debate (and life) than typing out some guys slogans verbatim? cyclingtips.com/2013/08/high-fat-low-carb-diets-good-for-you-and-your-cycling/ cyclingtips.com/2013/09/high-fat-low-carb-diets-the-effects-and-how-to-try-one/

[@philadams9254]

Chill out dude. I just wanted to know some convenient low carb foods to carry. Where did I say I was vegan?

[@JDRELGOR]

Regards saddle height I thought you did the straight leg to heel without shoes and I try to start and finish the ride at the same speed, I've seen people bonk at midway into the ride due to starting out at full speed.

[@frenchbikewrench7451]

Surely Matt sporting leg warmers and short sleeves is a mistake to avoid?

[@markboyer4566]

Love the song lads. Got it on repeat. Lol

[@fahdalawsi2172]

Today i set up my new spd pedals and i fell off trying to stop twice. Does that hurt the bike in anyhow? Thank you

[@VishalMody]

I've always seen you guys ride on your bikes with 1 bottle of liquid. Do you stop frequently to fill it up or is that much enough?

[@billzielke6798]

Also, be aware that “bonking” and silent heart attacks have similar symptoms. I had two silent heart attacks and mistook the symptoms as just lack of water/snacks. Never knew there was such a thing as silent heart attacks until l found myself in the hospital. Great vid, tho!

[@Modern.Don.Quixote]

Matt makes the best facial expressions. :)

[@gulfcitynd]

4 tubes and double walled tyres are a must where i ride

[@404nobrakes]

nicholas danca Jesus Christ. Go tubeless man

[@aiman_rzn]

6.50 matt is riding with his combo again

[@DoyleEd1]

Hi, I'm a very skinny rider and I just can't find any cycling jerseys to fit me. do you have any idea what size would be good for a skinny guys like me?

[@samkirton5716]

Why would I take my litter home with me if there's a bin about

[@FreakHarryPotter]

It can be recycled if you take it home.

[@filiperibeiroferro6414]

As singers, I reckon you're both excellent cyclists... Cheers!! :))

[@spudgun4321]

Loving the singing

[@jab3274]

Mat and Dan's song is on iTunes!!!

[@kristijanvuletic8678]

How many kilometers do you ride weekly?

[@Cupat1]

@ kristijan.….they're in the UK we use MILES!!!!

[@bobbyhempel1513]

I ride at least 50 miles a week and that's just my commute to and from work. I also ride mtb when I have time as well as training sessions so far probably closer to 80-90 miles per week.

[@martinlisk4360]

That song was EPIC!!!

[@SlowBoyAthlete]

Bollocks there GCN. Matt's tune isn't included in the music credits listed above! But it's no worries, I likely wont purchase it from iTunes at this point.

[@Sapple498]

All of my friends have dirty and squeaky bikes. I try to keep mine quiet, but don't have the equipment to clean the chain properly. Having a quiet bike makes a massive difference.

[@NicoleGarrow]

Good signing! Guys

[@RealStealthyNinja]

Surely tyre pressure is dependant on the size of the tyre 80-90psi seems high for a 28c tyre.

[@fox0357]

*Tire

[@davidmunro2077]

And you ride on the wrong side of the road

[@VAustin89]

when I am out riding on any bike I have I always bring tools and spares and after every ride give them a good cleaning..

[@francoismaleking5474]

what would you say is a long layoff I have been of the bike since November