Hardtail MTBs are an amazing way to enter this awesome sport, with more affordable prices, fewer parts to maintain and great all-rounders, it’s no wonder so many people ride hardtails when they first start mountain biking! Join Blake Samson, our resident hardtail-loving funny guy as he runs you through some fun & simple hardtail skills you can master!
⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 - Intro
0:52 - Pump tracks
2:21 - Good pedals
4:12 - Cornering
5:24 - Lift the front wheel
6:12 - Body position
7:19 - Line choice
9:09 - Jumping
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