5 Essential Skills Every Cyclist Should Learn

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Dan, James and Oscar show you five essential skills they believe will make you into a more confident rider. These skills do take practice but aren’t too difficult to master, they will help you become more comfortable when riding in a group and out on the open roads.
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The first skill we feel is important to get you started, is braking. Now, this could give you sleepless nights with images of you flying over the handlebars in a very unflattering manner. We have some really easy to learn tips to help you ensure your braking is controlled, effective and safe.
Riding out of the saddle is an important skill to become well accustomed to. Not only does it give you a respite from sitting on your saddle on a long ride, but it also comes in useful when you want to get maximum power out onto the road.
Cornering is a key skill you will come to enjoy more and more. Whether you're descending down a mountain or ripping it up on your local lanes. You will ultimately always end up coming to a corner. We want to help you feel more comfortable when railing it around them.
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 706
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
What skills do you think we've missed? Let us know. 👇
@jrk543
@jrk543 5 років тому
Global Cycling Network hey Guys can you tell me what is braking? ( 0:30 )
@HanOfGod13
@HanOfGod13 5 років тому
Can you do a video on what you can do when things go wrong? Even with practice there will be times when things go wrong, you take a corner too fast, misjudge how tight the corner is, hitting potholes, oils patches on the road, car doors opening, etc. Is there safe ways or ways to minimise injury to handle these situations with these errors/accidents?
@MRobert
@MRobert 5 років тому
If someone want to ride a bike on a public road, should learn to look back without changing the lane(s)!
@lotascott
@lotascott 5 років тому
Dealing with gravel or ice - especially not using the front brake while turning!
@paullevang5416
@paullevang5416 5 років тому
Track stands - Save a lot of embarrassing tipping over at low speeds and pays dividends when going up the really steep stuff.
@theloniousm4337
@theloniousm4337 4 роки тому
Riding with one hand - essential if you are Italian and you want to talk.
@rodrigombl452
@rodrigombl452 3 роки тому
ahaahah this one is too good
@giacomof4313
@giacomof4313 3 роки тому
Lol, very true
@miravvyas
@miravvyas 3 роки тому
Or talking with just one hand
@larabalayanto299
@larabalayanto299 3 роки тому
my ancestors are italian
@rogurishimaru
@rogurishimaru 3 роки тому
Italian here. We can still talk without moving our hands, but it's really hard
@billsabado9393
@billsabado9393 4 роки тому
Having a handle bar moustache during a bike tutorial is highly appropriate
@cs-kd9tp
@cs-kd9tp 5 років тому
Looking over your shoulder while keeping a straight line. Many times a riders bike follows their head movement.
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
Yes, that's a good one c s
@TGRacing
@TGRacing 5 років тому
One hand on your thigh can help keep you straight.
@sinu0us
@sinu0us 4 роки тому
@techie number1 depends on the position you ride in, on a mountain bike this basically not possible or just extremely awkward since you're not as low down...
@Callusny
@Callusny 4 роки тому
Having only one hand on the steering wheel while looking back helps a lot with this for me. Actually it's a similar story with a car. Try putting two hands on a wheel and do a 180 degree turn with your head, same story. (At least for me, almost crashed into a ditch)
@isaacezekielthecolorblindg7343
@isaacezekielthecolorblindg7343 4 роки тому
Yes I want to learn how to do this I cant loom behind be without looking like I had a six pack of beer
@Blues251
@Blues251 3 роки тому
Change gears while being stopped: - Stand on one foot, leave the other one clipped in - Change into the gear you want - Lift the rear wheel by pulling up the saddle - Give the rear wheel a spin by pedaling with your clipped-in foot - The chain should go where it needs to go Very helpful when you've stopped in a massive gear
@VivAtreyu
@VivAtreyu 2 роки тому
Similar but I use the front brake and push forward to lift the rear wheel instead.
@yonpark6245
@yonpark6245 2 роки тому
Or change the gear before stopping or slowing. Makes life so much easier.
@birdiessimracing
@birdiessimracing 2 роки тому
thanks for that always wondered how to do it. this will save me from a lot of awkward situations
@ThisHandleIsAlreadyTaken839
@ThisHandleIsAlreadyTaken839 3 місяці тому
Nah mate just put out 700 Watts in order to take off
@albr4
@albr4 5 років тому
5 essential skills to groom a mustache
@richardhaselwood9478
@richardhaselwood9478 5 років тому
#moustachedoping
@lisapet160
@lisapet160 5 років тому
Yes. I suspect, it's an aero grooming.
@adamgriss2025
@adamgriss2025 5 років тому
Why does everything sound more interesting when spoken in a Brittish or Spanish accent?
@irnaseorodrige2494
@irnaseorodrige2494 5 років тому
@Tri-Shake-Atops what
@lili77dove
@lili77dove 4 роки тому
Adam Griss: LOL
@carryclass6807
@carryclass6807 4 роки тому
for some reason i tend to consider the information more reliable, but it does get me to pay attention.
@ronwhite8503
@ronwhite8503 4 роки тому
English accent is the way forward, my good man. Unless it's the assault on the ears that is "estuary english".
@jugo3558
@jugo3558 4 роки тому
it doesn't
@jacksazzy7878
@jacksazzy7878 5 років тому
We NEED a video about correcting posture problems. I feel like having a bad posture when cycling worsens it very significantly and posture on a bike is definitely not an intuitive task.
@jacksazzy7878
@jacksazzy7878 5 років тому
Tintin & Snowy that's not entirely true as problems about your everyday posture like rounded shoulders still translate on the bike and can worsen sometimes
@TeKeyaKrystal
@TeKeyaKrystal 4 роки тому
oh yeah , I wonder how my posture is
@hanzv.1272
@hanzv.1272 3 роки тому
i feel you, one time i thought i have scoliosis cuz my back pain is only on the right side
@buithihongvan2029
@buithihongvan2029 Рік тому
Top tip: put the saddle as high as your hips, but no higher than that. And add more spacers to the fork
@bizzehdee
@bizzehdee 5 років тому
How many outtakes are there of Dan getting thrown completely clear over the bars before you got that smooth shot of him doing that awesome dismount?
@ThatClassic70sGirl
@ThatClassic70sGirl 4 роки тому
*holds up an "11" card* :)
@theadrenalinefactory
@theadrenalinefactory 4 роки тому
just one take...due to his auto release cleats.
@holdencaulfied7492
@holdencaulfied7492 4 роки тому
Only Dan, Simon, or Matt could do that shot.
@tesla_stephen4651
@tesla_stephen4651 3 роки тому
@@holdencaulfied7492 Matt could definitely do it because he was never clipped in in the first place! 🤣
@thomlarson681
@thomlarson681 3 роки тому
So glad I watched this video and practiced braking last year when I got a new bike with disk brakes. Yesterday I was descending a hill in a bike lane when an elderly pedestrian stepped off the curb in front of me. I would have gone over my bars for sure if I hadn’t spent time practicing shifting my weight back when braking hard! (I also missed the pedestrian.). Thank you GCN!
@jhowardsupporter
@jhowardsupporter 3 роки тому
Please. Those fixed gear people lock up the rear wheel all the time. It's all they ever do.
@santiagopbecerra
@santiagopbecerra Рік тому
@@jhowardsupporter only way to break effectively if you don't have brakes... I ride fixed but since I don't wanna die I still have a front brake just in case
@jhowardsupporter
@jhowardsupporter Рік тому
@@santiagopbecerra The dreaded front brake. -
@alanlewis6065
@alanlewis6065 4 роки тому
All very useful for a newbie like me who didn’t get on a bike until she was over 50.
@LUCYDIAMONDBOXER1
@LUCYDIAMONDBOXER1 5 років тому
Basic maintenance skills... can't continue any of the above without knowing inner tube change, snapped chain and indexing procedures
@elijen
@elijen 5 років тому
Yep, I'd like to see some tips for that
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
Yes they are all important ones!
@MichaelGambill
@MichaelGambill 5 років тому
Yep, I agree. Of course, tube changes I do regularly but I always feel I could be more effective at it with proper instruction...especially roadside. Maybe a rundown of accessories for tube changes would be good to include.
@maxc.m.9038
@maxc.m.9038 5 років тому
- Change inner tubes: ukposts.info/have/v-deo/nqeomoxwcIyHmX0.html - Snapped chain: ukposts.info/have/v-deo/sJGFaK2brqSF1YU.html - Indexing procedures: ukposts.info/have/v-deo/epKcaYiaf2aTw4U.html They have [almost] all covered!
@maxc.m.9038
@maxc.m.9038 5 років тому
Tube changes roadside: ukposts.info/have/v-deo/naeBmaWhiYmSkZ8.html
@jurban10
@jurban10 4 роки тому
I've been riding for 33 years, and these guys do a great job in a number of cycling videos, especially if you are newer to cycling. Some of their more advanced videos are great even if you've been cycling for many years. The only quibble is: Where in the heck are their gloves?! I've pulled out too much gravel imbedded in unprotected (and even protected!) skin after a wreck (or even after a mindless, careless tip-over) to ever consider riding without gloves....even at slow speeds!
@ptimlick
@ptimlick 5 років тому
As an old, old cyclist, I say "way to go!" So much excellent advice.
@cliffsangelsphotography
@cliffsangelsphotography 5 років тому
Having a moustache like that automatically makes you a better rider
@shirtsguitar
@shirtsguitar 5 років тому
Yeaa
@j0aco646
@j0aco646 4 роки тому
He is hugo
@atimholt
@atimholt 2 роки тому
You missed an opportunity to mention that it's actually called a “handlebar mustache”.
@danhal9966
@danhal9966 4 роки тому
This helped me a lot.I started riding less that one year ago and love it. Thanks for the help!
@zerg9523
@zerg9523 4 роки тому
Basic Tip 8 : When changing tyres or wheels, make sure you have the correct tread direction... putting a tyre on backwards will ruin your grip in the dry, and make it suicide to ride in the rain.
@ytwos1
@ytwos1 4 роки тому
Zerg I have a question about that, seriously, which way should the arrow point? I mount them the way the tire will be rolling. So pointing to the front if the arrow is on top Dead center of the wheel. Another tip, don,t wait too long with changing. My front tire still looked okay, back tire exploded yesterday (put them on at the same time) but man does the new tire offer more grip. Heaven!
@zerg9523
@zerg9523 4 роки тому
ytwos1 - No question is stupid. The point of the arrow should hit the road first. The objective of the tread is to clear water and debris. If you put them on backwards the tyre will actually pile up junk in front of your wheel.
@i-vernsimphonique2458
@i-vernsimphonique2458 2 роки тому
Thank you for this video. Plenty of hard work and effort in putting the tutorials! I have learnt more about cornering, riding off the saddle and riding with one hand especially.
@nikolapocrnja6044
@nikolapocrnja6044 5 років тому
These are essential no doubt. I would like to see some non-body focused content like "how to get back after a crash" or "how to be patient in traffic". I'm so glad that you included Observation - best one to prevent bad things. In traffic, I try to function like Robocop or Terminator, observing possible hazards, calculating my moves, speed etc. It's fun, I feel smarter and didn't crash since I started to observing at higher level. I know I'm not going to have Dan's hair, but what are those sunglasses?
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
You're right, no one can beat Dan's hair, but you can be halfway there with his Roka sunglasses
@ernestogonzalez4398
@ernestogonzalez4398 2 роки тому
Thank you. Those are important skills for anyone in a bike. I’ll definitely use this on the future!
@amydixon2377
@amydixon2377 4 роки тому
Thanks guys, very useful! Both as a refresher for me, and as things to highlight when helping my daughter work on her skills, rather than just hoping she picks stuff up along the way. :)
@gaborvaradi7946
@gaborvaradi7946 5 років тому
Very good list of basic, important and life-saving skills! I would probably add looking back to check traffic behind you e.g. before a left turn on the road (right turn in the UK).
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
Good one Gabor!
@AIRDRAC
@AIRDRAC 4 роки тому
I recommend the "stopping left turn", where you go the the far right corner of the road (as in, drive through the intersection as if you intended to go straight, then stop at the corner, after signalling your intention to do so - reverse instructions for RHD countries, obviously), come to a complete stop, and then go when the light gets green for the traffic going in that direction. This allows you to avoid getting stuck in the middle of the intersection, which can especially be a problem on bigger roads, as well as avoiding the need to cross the active lanes to get to the turning lane.
@jameshannan2143
@jameshannan2143 4 роки тому
Great videos guys! 👏👏 thank you for putting this together
@mariocaballero7645
@mariocaballero7645 4 роки тому
Haha, nobody expects the Spanish cyclist
@da14a49
@da14a49 4 роки тому
Inquisition*
@cornnose1842
@cornnose1842 4 роки тому
r/wooooosh
@danielmurphy2355
@danielmurphy2355 4 роки тому
Cornnose w. S 1!; CD z
@richtexas4431
@richtexas4431 4 роки тому
Where the heck did he come from? 😂😂
@boardingurban
@boardingurban 4 роки тому
Haha, nobody expects the Spanish inquisition
@henrlima87
@henrlima87 Рік тому
Thanks for this. Im just starting out and its really good advice. Ive been a driver for a long time, looking ahead (not just ahead, spacial awareness) is one of the most important aspects when out on the road, on whatever vehicle you are. Experience is also a deciding factor, as it will allow you to read what other people are doing, or about to do.
@GREATVOVA
@GREATVOVA 4 роки тому
Thanks for cornering tip. It's very useful.
@LowAltMotorsports
@LowAltMotorsports 4 роки тому
I love the Spanish guy. That guys awesome!
@benporcher723
@benporcher723 3 роки тому
This video is exactly what I needed!! I usually ride an upright ebike for commuting. I am fixing up an old road bike, and the position is quite strange for me. I feel like I'll go flying over the handlebars if I brake hard. I will practice these techniques. Thanks! :) I get a lot of value out of the videos on this channel!
@paullee4210
@paullee4210 3 роки тому
Thanks a lot for all the tips especially the one with riding out of saddle.
@lindamcbride7664
@lindamcbride7664 3 роки тому
This is a great video. I am new to cycling and these helpful skills are what I need to learn. Thanks guys.
@zerg9523
@zerg9523 4 роки тому
Basic Tip 7 : When working on a bike with brake or gear cables, reset the thumb adjustments to center before you dial them in. This give you some room for a tweak mid-ride if needed.
@larchman4327
@larchman4327 9 місяців тому
I set front cable rim brake so it cannot lock up with cam lever up and leave it that way. if on hills I push lever down for maximum braking
@tellytellz5080
@tellytellz5080 3 роки тому
This is so interesting because you don't think about these details coming from a mountain bike. I just bought and road on my first road bike and its extremely enjoyable! However, it will take some getting use to. Thanks so much for the tips!
@_marou_
@_marou_ 2 роки тому
Happy to say that I've learned all of this through biking almost everyday and doing it constantly
@jen3800
@jen3800 5 років тому
the fella with the moustache reminds me of the French soldier in Monty Python's Holy Grail movie ! can you ask him to say " i fart in your general direction ! " ? that would be great! i love your show , you guys are great! jim e
@thumperjdm
@thumperjdm 5 років тому
"Now go away or I shall taunt you a second time."
@CyberdyneSystemsSkynet
@CyberdyneSystemsSkynet 5 років тому
Silly English Knnnnniggits! Good old John Cleese.
@CyberdyneSystemsSkynet
@CyberdyneSystemsSkynet 5 років тому
David P "hampster" not "whore"
@jen3800
@jen3800 5 років тому
wow.. i am amazed at how many people got a giggle out of this! let's petition GCN for this to happen ! they should ride to that exact castle and re enact the scene ! tha t would be fun !
@deantonnaful
@deantonnaful 5 років тому
‘I told them we already got one ...”
@vulcanprincess1584
@vulcanprincess1584 4 роки тому
turning one handed is mega difficult as i've realized biking home from starbucks with a cup in my hand. especially depending on the hand and the direction one is turning
@phillippitts6294
@phillippitts6294 5 років тому
You guys are hilarious! I’ve been riding 40 years and I enjoy your shows every time. Thanks.
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
Thanks Phillip, glad you enjoyed it
@rabihboukhari7409
@rabihboukhari7409 2 роки тому
thank you for those advices
@DaveGe77
@DaveGe77 4 роки тому
Excellent video! Thank you for this!
@815thengineers8
@815thengineers8 4 роки тому
You guys do a great job with your videos! Thanks!
@Khelj21
@Khelj21 3 роки тому
Thanks for the tips.. it so helpful for a beginner like me..
@jjeong.2764
@jjeong.2764 3 роки тому
THANK YOU SO MUCH! This vid is really a great help 🤧♥️♥️
@wilveraliet9473
@wilveraliet9473 3 роки тому
these are all so helpful, awesome sirs!
@judithmcmillan2734
@judithmcmillan2734 3 роки тому
Thank you - though riding no handed is sometimes helpful just to stretch the back and sore shoulders. ;) Loved this video and the humor. Thanks.
@johnnyaxelsson6666
@johnnyaxelsson6666 Рік тому
Great video👍you are al professionals in this... Al new beginners needs to know these golden tips... Also old ones that not have cycle on roads for long time.. Thank you al boys🙏🕺drive safe...
@youlostwildrift6712
@youlostwildrift6712 3 роки тому
the brake and cornering helps me ,thanks
@Randonstorn
@Randonstorn 4 роки тому
Great video. Thanks guys!
@aminatah
@aminatah 3 роки тому
Very nice, these skills might seem as juste details but they actually are very useful. thanks !
@arbitor412
@arbitor412 5 років тому
The area around Stourhead is such a great place to cycle, got some relatives that live in Zeals and I always take my bike when i visit them. Whenever i see a video of your filmed there it makes want to go!
@kelsoncheng
@kelsoncheng 3 роки тому
Completely agree on the observation part. If you're a car driver it's much easier to adjust and use the same skill on cycling. Thanks GCN.
@gretelbravatti7201
@gretelbravatti7201 4 роки тому
Thank you it was helpful 🙏🙌🏼🦋
@danishskiwarehouse
@danishskiwarehouse 4 роки тому
I didn’t know the King of Diamonds was a Spaniard
@kidistadere5296
@kidistadere5296 2 роки тому
Love U Guys, this Is Very Helpful
@juliarobertson2020
@juliarobertson2020 3 роки тому
Just got my first road bike! Now I am binge watching everything on your channel! 😊
@falkens_maze
@falkens_maze 10 місяців тому
Great channel, some real gold here.
@seanymaybe3574
@seanymaybe3574 3 роки тому
Great info I hold this information close to me!
@robsonalcantara2939
@robsonalcantara2939 2 роки тому
Very useful Thank you Obrigado
@zerg9523
@zerg9523 4 роки тому
Basic Tip 6 : If you have a suspension bike, find out if you have lockable forks... this can make your mountain bike more workable on the roads.
@bcwbcw7649
@bcwbcw7649 4 роки тому
crucial skill: seeing, pointing out and avoiding roadkill, especially porcupines and skunks.
@JustAThought155
@JustAThought155 5 років тому
Nice. Thanks guys!!!
@zatstone
@zatstone 3 роки тому
LOVE your international team!!!!
@stemarcoh
@stemarcoh 5 років тому
How about an in-depth review of that Madone? It would be great to get insight into more than just the basic specs and actually know what it's like to maintain, clean, ride, etc.
@bobshowmtb3348
@bobshowmtb3348 3 роки тому
Amazing! Congratulation for the team! Great film!
@rachmuch5226
@rachmuch5226 2 роки тому
Thank for info cycling.
@madcapper6
@madcapper6 4 роки тому
Pedaling out of the saddle is something I naturally did as a kid riding BMX but something I had to learn to do as an adult. Funny how that happens sometimes.
@IronAngel8775
@IronAngel8775 2 роки тому
thank you you guys are awesome 👌
@JoseJimenez-il5vs
@JoseJimenez-il5vs 5 років тому
Love the paint work on Dan's bike. Super nice!
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
It sure is a super nice!
@MM-bg7in
@MM-bg7in 2 роки тому
New to cycling skills. Most fun I’ve had in a long time was practicing emergency braking. Wore down my tires but didn’t matter. Just too much fun.
@daisybluegroff
@daisybluegroff 3 роки тому
Love these guys.
@darlancorreabento2019
@darlancorreabento2019 2 роки тому
Very good video, congratulations from Brasil.
@michaelplathphotography8537
@michaelplathphotography8537 Рік тому
Handy info for better bike rides
@maxmcfarlane7216
@maxmcfarlane7216 3 роки тому
Very interesting, thanks.
@jacquelinesim9578
@jacquelinesim9578 11 місяців тому
One handed riding as you mention for telling other road users what you’re doing. As a Driving Instructor and cyclist I cannot believe how few people know how to indicate that they’re slowing down 😮 (or that they *should* indicate when turning or moving out!) If this could be underlined in any other videos the roads could be a bit safer I feel 🙏🏻 Great video as always guys 😊
@VegasCyclingFreak
@VegasCyclingFreak 5 років тому
7:53 Here in Las Vegas they like to put valve covers and sometimes manholes in the bike lane, which can be very annoying not to mention one time I was riding and one of those valve covers was sticking up out of the hole at a 45 degree angle - hit that and for sure you're crashing into a curb or maybe into the street where you will get run over by a driver in a massive hurry to get to the next red light.
@markusmencke8059
@markusmencke8059 5 років тому
Nice video. 👍 Is there a video about the hand signs commonly used, and which to use in which situation? I find myself a bit confused sometimes. 😉
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
This two should help! gcn.eu/1ihb8zM & gcn.eu/groupetiquette
@michaelolson7626
@michaelolson7626 5 років тому
I find a lot of drivers don't actualy know what kind of hand signals to expect from a cyclist. I often extend a hand with a finger pointed in my intended direction and wag or snap my finger in a "blinker" action, like a teacher yelling at school children.
@PiotrSzczuka184
@PiotrSzczuka184 5 років тому
As I Can see it' very common problem in many countries.
@haych27
@haych27 5 років тому
Where i live is mostly 80km/h dual carriageway with a lot of merging lanes and motorists who are spoilt for being able to speed onto them and often not a lot of traffic. They notoriously forget to check for cyclists so I now take both hands off the bike, sit up tall and actually give them a huge full arm wave as I'm approaching them!! Works well and I get a laugh out of them staring at me wondering 'do I know her'!! :)
@2wheeler58
@2wheeler58 4 роки тому
This is what I learned. Put your left arm out and bend your elbow fingers pointing to the sky it signifies a "right" turn. Put your left arm straight out horizontal to the ground, like you're going to put your hand on top of a car, that signifies a "left" turn. Put your arm out and bend your elbow fingers pointing to the ground and that signifies you are "slowing" and/or coming to a "stop". Last, with your arm down by your side, keep arm straight, move arm away from your body to 7 o'clock to signify you are moving left of a right turn only lane. And that's what I learned.
@salmansabbirrajon8868
@salmansabbirrajon8868 4 роки тому
loved the video
@ricardogomespedro4365
@ricardogomespedro4365 3 роки тому
I can now die after watching D'Artagnan teaching bike skills
@orhansaimdemirturk
@orhansaimdemirturk 4 роки тому
Very useful video..
@TarmanTheChampion
@TarmanTheChampion 4 роки тому
Yeah becoming comfortable with one handed riding is important, especially when smoking a cigarette. 2 others I could add that i practice is giving a verbal warning to pedestrians on which side i will be passing them, also if its wet, raining, or the road conditions are really sandy/gravely i air down my tires just a hair, especially if i will be doing a lot of downhill riding. Because super hard inflated tires will slide out from under you when traveling at high speeds in slick conditions :) ive crashed once or twice when hitting a really sandy or rocky pocket as well as almost skinning myself multiple times, by almost losing traction when sudden drifting occurs because of super steep, wet hills 😬
@ziksy6460
@ziksy6460 3 роки тому
I just bought a new bike after years of not cycling. The last time I cycled was when I was a kid. And I love how I've mastered most of these techniques since I was a kid without guidance.
@guisilladedino9165
@guisilladedino9165 3 роки тому
Riding with one hand is the one I find most intersting so far While riding today( beginner) I attempted to adjust my glasses and found the steering wobbling around. Had to stop and mount again
@jacobjche
@jacobjche 3 роки тому
I just would like to learn from Spanish people from now on thank you GCN.
@AntonioDiaz
@AntonioDiaz 19 днів тому
Great tips! 😮
@BjornBidar
@BjornBidar 4 роки тому
I learned that using your shifting system properly is essential if you want to ride on mountains and hills properly.Especially if you ride on roads and need to watch for traffic and traffic signals.
@trick700
@trick700 5 років тому
👍 enjoying listening to Oscar, very clear
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
Yep you're right, he's doing a pretty good job considering English is his second language
@TheProjectX3
@TheProjectX3 5 років тому
Would like a guide for U turn cornering while in a group!
@rhymeandreasoning
@rhymeandreasoning 3 роки тому
very nice kits
@richardorr9849
@richardorr9849 5 років тому
Hi everyone! I just started cycling and I have learned a bunch from you guys. Thanks! Here’s a multi question for everyone. How do you get comfortable leaning into a turn. I try and I punk out every single time. Also, when cycling the area under my thumb will tend to cramp up after an hour of riding. Is that normal when beginning or is something not aligned properly.
@petinka721
@petinka721 5 років тому
The Boss ride with his new apprentices! Great video and thanks GCN!
@mixanikos2
@mixanikos2 4 роки тому
Great tips thank you
@gcn
@gcn 4 роки тому
Glad it was helpful!
@henfc456
@henfc456 4 роки тому
Fantastico!!
@hansy3
@hansy3 4 роки тому
As a long time rider with gaps in knowledge (minding gear ratios, crank lengths and their effects) I like to pedal through corners even though I don’t ride fixed (though single). I recently went from 165 to 170 crank arms, and am cognizant of the increased risk of striking an arm. I like to do it to show off, and to practice fixed riding, and to f with other commuting racers over here in central Canada. My point? I feel the extra length/ leverage/ torque I get allows me to take a tooth out of my rear cog, whilst getting similar acceleration, yet a higher top speed when at the same RPM. Agree? Comments?
@user-ep6nf7fb5x
@user-ep6nf7fb5x 7 місяців тому
Thank You A❤️A
@shadthehat
@shadthehat 3 роки тому
spanish guy is awesome. 6:52 "or pointing out a road furnitur to all de still boy"
@nigelduckworth406
@nigelduckworth406 4 роки тому
Maybe I missed it but braking on bends is a no-no, particularly if the surface is wet/damp. I learned this from driving my car in snow in Sheffield and from a bad crash of a friend with whom I was riding. His back wheel went on a damp patch. If you have to, feathering the brakes is preferable.
@jirdesteva
@jirdesteva 5 років тому
Track stand. I myself am still working on it. and hopping the bike.
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
Nice, have you managed to master it yet?
@jirdesteva
@jirdesteva 5 років тому
Getting there.
@scin3759
@scin3759 5 років тому
Great clip.
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
S Cin Thanks!
@jameswalker6021
@jameswalker6021 4 роки тому
Leading into turns, I also “twitch” the handlebars slightly in the opposite direction to cause the bike to lean into the corner.
@simonebottino5165
@simonebottino5165 5 років тому
Thank you, now I feel more confident with my spoken English.
@brendavane9148
@brendavane9148 5 років тому
Where you look is where you go. It's so simple yet so important.
@gcn
@gcn 5 років тому
Very true!
@skmalladi
@skmalladi 2 роки тому
I didn't know about keeping the inside pedal on top. I cornered fast, kept pedaling and the inside pedal hit the road. The bike stopped as if I'd hit a brick wall. I was flung over and broke my left collar bone. Lesson learned.
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