What Is GPS And How Do Mountain Bikers Use It? | MTB Computer Tech Explained

[@gmbn]

Do you ride with a bike computer? If so what features do you love? Let us know 👇

[@jackluckett5746]

Global Mountain Bike Network I sadly don’t 😢😢😢

[@cbaker.1980]

I ride with a wahoo element bolt because i find its more simple to use compared to a garmin... but what i love about it is it maps where i ride...and uploads its straight to strava so i can look over it and compare to how far i went and how fast i did each track

[@jackluckett5746]

MTB Mania yeah I do Strava as well

[@intothetrails6335]

Bike computer + Strava + ProBikeGarage to get maintenance alerts based on usage is a total game-changer for me. Especially for MTB suspensions. And you can also check which components last more, etc.

[@RubenJFernandes]

Hi. I use a garmin edge 1000 and a forerunner 735xt and they are great, for apps I use wikiloc for plan and follow a route

[@Pienimusta]

Compass and paper map duct taped to handlebars does the trick.

[@markpotts4428]

It's 2020 tho 🤣

[@acb1469]

Hmm really?

[@augustuspreston3748]

LMBO

[@netomascari4578]

I am from Brazil, your vídeos are very good, really enjoy it 🇧🇷❤

[@corindimtber1385]

I used to have a old school computer that I loved using and have thought about getting a new one biggest turnoff for me is the risk of breaking it in a crash. My last one I broke in a big crash and the LCD screen is just black. So now I just use my phone with trailforks and a lifeproof case.

[@mhe8545]

Not a racer but enjoy the data just for fun. The incident report doesn’t work when you don’t have cell service. And my Garmin had to be sent back and serviced in less than a year. I also have a Garmin watch and a Garmin in reach. Feel more secure with the Garmin in Reach satellite since I ride by myself where there is no cell service. Love technology,

[@flyingsprocket3526]

Cool video!!!!

[@Firehawk841]

Garmin Forerunner 735xt, Garmin 530. Amazing products with complete customization.

[@ka81alex]

Yup, especially GPS accuracy in 530...

[@HeadHunter0974]

Those Garmin's are a pretty penny

[@nan_f0ndler72]

Love your vids. You inspired me to mountain bike Hope you have a nice day. It is my dream to meet you. Keep up the good work.

[@KDog2264]

I like Strava but use it to compete against myself not others. Trailforks is used mainly in Canada never heard of Kumut until I started watching your channel.

[@maxkasi7685]

NICE

[@johannesmtb9446]

Nice Video i don’t like my Brakes very much But i have them just vor 3 days in bikepark and about 2 month normal and in bikeparks it was were i thougt they haben enough power i have sram code rsc. What do you think about mt7 and i have the Top Model ( with Fox Factory) of the Canyon torque (180 mm with dh geometry)

[@MisterItchy]

My first 'bike computer' was just a mileage gauge. It had a gear mounted near the spokes that was driven by a little peg attached to one of the spokes. Couldn't find a picture of one, though.

[@Squirrel_Rides]

“Lose the will to live” 🤣🤣.... been there

[@julianbehr5886]

Cool

[@Malinovic1985]

Lezyne Mega XL...great device.

[@호로롱사이클]

Cool! 👀👍

[@onlinechaosgremlin]

When are we getting more random tandem? On of the best playlists on gmbn outside of the how to.

[@icebreakertech]

Could you do a comparison video between Garmin models?

[@benasquith26]

Good idea

[@yaroslavpanych2067]

They all are bad! Over advertised beyond all tolerance limits.

[@montogeek]

@@yaroslavpanych2067 Do you have a recommendation?

[@benjaminrozier8063]

I still use an "old school computer" on my modern mountain bike XD

[@mfren6253]

I use an EMTB so my technology is slightly different. The Kiox computer paired with the Bosch motor can give me information at almost anytime and once my ride is complete it downloads to the app. It doesn’t, however, pair with my iwatch but does pair with other heart monitor devices. My Garmin edge25 records my travels and will give me turn by turn navigation but I seldom use it. I can’t risk attaching my iPhone to the bar so i keep it in a safe place on my person. I use most of the apps such as Strava, Komoot, Trail Forks, Garmin Connect, eBike Connect and Heathfit. So I think I’m covered. Maybe a sensor so that a drone can photograph and track my every move. JK. I’m fairly high risk when it come to my heath so having the ability to call for an emergency, or a device that calls for me, gives a little peace of mind when I’m out riding. As long as it works. GPS is important to me and I’m usually out of range for cell phone service. I only needed help once (lost and then found my dog) but knowing this technology is with me gives the wife and my family some reassurance.

[@MTBTexasBikeRider]

Great video awesome job thank you 🙏

[@jasonhale7126]

Worth it

[@kamilkostrej]

What is the jacket Neil is wearing at 3:23, please?

[@unaizahcyclist6947]

Good

[@grahamwood5]

Garmin 520 plus or 530?? Looking at gettin one. Cheers Woody

[@steveco1800]

My old Garmin could do with being reminded what GPS is some days 🙂

[@sebastianeschenbacher5856]

Super fast and cool

[@Peter-ys4gu]

i realy like your vidos i'm a MTB rider as well but unfortunetli in my home countri Hungary montain biking is less advanced bikes are more expensive and thre arnt much trails. But i still really love biking.

[@jasonw820]

Can you guys talk about recovery time after Mtn bike ride please

[@scottyfpv5651]

I use a garmin instinct watch. The maps aren't the best, but I have all trails for that.

[@kblaylock9244]

What watch are you using?

[@ka81alex]

I almost bought Garmin 530 MTB bundle, but then i discovered lot of interesting on garmin forum about GPS inaccuracy.. So, not yet, myabe next generations..

[@dunigan3320]

Iva had one for 2 years now and I've never experienced that either whit speed distance or using it at as a compass

[@ka81alex]

@@dunigan3320 speed? Distance? Compass? I'm talking about GPS accuracy! Precise positioning, especially in the wood with curvy trails and forks.

[@emonsamsami1355]

What model garmin computer are you using?

[@paulcowen1976]

what model r u using ?

[@jaytothesun99]

I think Neil finally got his fork back from Blake! 👍

[@tobyehillier]

I'm finding that Fatmap is a game changer. Especially for planning and designing routes on Desktop. You can select a fly over option that will cover the route you've planned in 3D so you can see exactly where the hills are and what the challenges are.

[@tonylacey1361]

I found the Garmin Edge 1030 useless on an MTB, The GPS turns its self off and the map freezes for no reason, you need to cancel most of the functions or the unit will try to send you back to the start of the ride if you vary from the exact route by just a few feet Not Fit For Purpose and it costs over £400.

[@tinman1955]

GPS on my phone doesn't work well in the Olympic rain forest. Do the Garmins do better?

[@zyghom]

GPS inside the forest is not the most accurate device for obvious reasons, much more accurate on the road I believe.

[@CraigSotelo]

Dropped the GPS for my phone and trail forks never looked back

[@2nuckinfuts]

You must have a good battery

[@abrikruger2153]

If it does not happen on strava, it did not happen. Lastly - if you fall so hard that that you are unconscious a good mate should stop your strava for you. ✌️🏻

[@howlandgrowl]

Can't we start a petition to force Strava to reinstate the downhill segments?

[@michaelmichael2382]

What is GPS and how to instal on Windows 98

[@fionnnolan]

😂i hope you joking

[@paulhusky580bts]

My Garmin 830 in Post it Nearly £53 cheaper than one from UK

[@OxxidCZ]

Specwise an iPhone is not a gadget, but a piece of jewelery.

[@johnhilton1360]

Strava sections can lead straight to A+E

[@lemmon3957]

Hi people

[@Sittich89]

Hey guys, i‘m thinking about to buy an Garmin Edge 820 Bundle for 249€ at my LBS. It would be my first gps and i‘m asking myself is this a good one? Is ist worth the Price? I‘ve no idea and hope u guys can help me out about. BTW i love the show!!! #askgmbn

[@ВикторКузнецов]

TOP🤪

[@Jozefske]

Hi

[@nooranik21]

Strava is cheap because 99% of us already run smart phones. Strava also gives you a specific metric to tell your friends how much faster you are. Strava is both the best and worst part of our community for that reason.

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

acoustic?

[@James-dn1hu]

Can you do dh races on enduro bikes are you allowed to and is it common

[@XavieRibeiro25]

Of course you can. I did a DH race with an old xc bike with v-brakes. As long as it is a mountain bike, you can do it.

[@biasbuddy2122]

Go to the FAROE ISLANDS

[@fud1376]

When was the last time you was Lost..!!!....It's good to not know where you are every now n then..Ha !

[@yaroslavpanych2067]

So question for those Garmin fans: is there a version with normal screen lighted enough so you actually can read something while riding? All those models literally equally bad!

[@myfrequencies1912]

Etrex 20x has a very readable screen even with low brightness settings (to save battery). & I mean, direct sunlight readable.

[@yaroslavpanych2067]

He literally was wrong in all technical details:! GPS devices are never connected to any GPS satellites. They are pure receivers, like your eyes receivers of light. There is no GPS to satellite transmission, nor satellites are aware of any receiver. Emergency services don't use GPS. It is GSM what does the job. Your GPS is nothing without transmitter to send you info where is your stolen bike is. Your position will not magically appear elsewhere without dedicated communication channel. And it is cheaper to buy new bike than pay to mobile carrier to fetch location of stolen bike, which already half country away.

[@anthonymurphy5850]

😕⁉️Do you use the garmin bike computer? or the garmin watch ?....do you need both?. Six to a thousand bucks on a watch!? ...and three to seven hundred dollars for a garmin bike computer!?....not to mention prices on the bike sensors all over the bike😕⁉️...I had a vivoactive 1 watch ...heart chest monitor speed and cadence sensor..a nice little cheap bundle i put together with a garmin virb elite i bought all this under four hundred bucks...from best buy sales and pawn shop!?.. work good for me until the wrist strap of my vivoactive watch broke...I put the watch in my pocket forgot it was in there through my rides ...and when I reach in my pocket watch gone...good thing I only bought the watch for 150 ...now I just use my note 9 and the garmin sensors and heart rate chest strap to exercise on my bike.......but I would love to see one of these high end garmin watch in action on a bike ride and only the watch....please just the watch on your bike rides please🤗⁉️

[@engineer3112]

This bike was really easy to assemble kzbin.infoUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA and required very few adjustments out of the box. The wheels did not require any truing/adjustments. The frame had some small scratches, but nothing major.I did replace the seat though - the seat it came with was very uncomfortable. The tires need to be re-inflated every 4-5 days, but this appears to be quite common for the narrow 700x25 tires.Overall, in my opinion, this bike looks and rides like a much more expensive bike.

[@elijahparsons4530]

I think he meant analog, not acoustic 😂

[@micky5407]

No he meant acoustic 😂

[@chill2876]

Hi