9 HABITS Beginner Cyclists Must AVOID

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From bike handling and position to descending techniques and safety advice, these are 9 habits beginner cyclists should avoid doing to improve their cycling ability.
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00:00 Intro
00:10 Use lights
01:24 Bike handling
03:03 Avoid locking upper body
04:30 Descending techniques
06:49 Surging
07:58 Under-fuelling
09:13 Bike maintenance
09:59 Bike fit
11:00 Safety
This cycling instructional video was filmed in Girona, Catalunya, Spain; a cycling mecca that has been home to many professional cyclists including Ben O'Connor, Jack Haig, Esteban Chaves, Ryan Mullen, George Bennett, James Knox, Dorian Godon, Jay Vine, and at one point George Hincappie, Lance Armstrong and Tyler Hamilton. Girona is used for training for races such as the Tour de France, Volta Catalunya, Vuelta Espana, Paris-Nice, Giro d'Italia and more. Teams such as Bora-Hansgrohe, INEOS-Grenadiers, Israel-Premier Tech Pro Cycling, Human Powered Health, Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl Team, UAE Team Emirates and others use Girona for team training camps and rider testing.

КОМЕНТАРІ: 612

@HarishChouhan 11 місяців тому

One important thing is to carry some tools and learn how to use it. I often go on group rides where people don't carry anything ever and just depend on help from others.

@tristantakevideo 11 місяців тому

Agreed 🤝🏼

@MattScottMusic 10 місяців тому

Yeah, sure, pumping the pedals, steering, braking all with one hand, and you throw in “carrying some tools too”? Get a back pack! This is getting ridiculous.

@tristantakevideo 10 місяців тому

@@MattScottMusic Saddle bags exist. He doesn’t literally mean carry tools in your hands.

@yonglingng5640 10 місяців тому

Even if they do carry tools, not all of them have the slightest clue on how to use them. If I get back into group rides, there's a chance I might be exploited just because I have bike maintenance experience.

@HarishChouhan 10 місяців тому

@@yonglingng5640 same here. My mates watch all videos about upgrading their bikes and spend money on that, but never bother learning about the basics.

@kerryp8907 11 місяців тому

I would suggest that a point missed about pedal position when cornering is that by keeping the inside pedal up, you avoid the risk of having the pedal strike the road surface.

@mendyviola 10 місяців тому

Especially off road when there are natural obstacles.

@klopcodez 10 місяців тому

One of the most important thing is to take a sht before riding a bike and blow your nose thanks me later

@tyrgoossens 10 місяців тому

This is how I learned from a very young age XD

@ammini999 10 місяців тому

yes, it comes quite natural, to avoid that.

@nanook6620 10 місяців тому

@@klopcodezinstructions unclear, I've shit myself and there's snot all over my handlebars.

@truthserum9157 4 місяці тому

One point of safety I believe you missed is “Gloves” I’m a firm believer in wearing them, if you take a fall the first thing you do is put your hands out, as a guitar player I’m always trying to protect my hands from falling or getting cut or scraping them, it also helps from getting sweat all over the bars and stuff.

@douglasmckinley-sr1507 27 днів тому

You.missed it. He did mention gloves.

@slugbones 8 місяців тому

Here's one: Don't feel like you have to buy a bike with such an aggressive stance. Being crunched over all the time is pretty miserable. If you are doing simple commutes then look for a bike that allows a more comfortable upright riding position.

@lafamillecarrington 7 днів тому

That's not true for everyone. I used to commute 18km in a very windy region. I added tribars to allow me to keep going into the wind. I find the tucked position quite comfortable so that worked very well for me.

@lonot903 10 місяців тому

Your descending tip on putting pressure on the outside foot has been super crucial in getting back my confidence after crashing and breaking my collarbone six months ago. Thanks again 👍

@zwicker5585 9 місяців тому

You also end up with less space to lean when the inside foot is down, pressure or not, that pedal will get in the way quick

@JanKowalski-pe9lo 5 місяців тому

Its crucial when MTBing thus strongly suggest to cross discipline if possible

@carloscansing2259 3 місяці тому

I just forwarded this video to my son who wants to start riding to work. He is not living in my state (USA) and though I’m an experienced cyclist, I haven’t had a ride with him in over 18 years. I very much appreciate being able to share these sound advice videos with him to ease my worries.

@tristantakevideo 3 місяці тому

Hope it helps 🙏🏼

@anthonysilva5312 8 місяців тому

Good tips. I would add “wear something bright”. You can’t underestimate the average motorist.

@RiseNShine681 11 місяців тому

A really good way to improve bike handling is to go mountain or gravel biking on some technical trails (preferably with some friends). It really taught me a lot and how to respect not only my bike, but also the terrain I am riding on. It also helped build my confidence when riding on the roads.

@tristantakevideo 11 місяців тому

This is great advice. 👌🏼

@ghenulo 5 місяців тому

I don't have any friends, so that's a no-go for me.

@toccandocreacanaleulterior176 5 місяців тому

@@ghenulogo by yourself🗿

@greatlakesbikeandhike 10 місяців тому

Thanks for mentioning relaxing your shoulders and elbows. This is one thing I have trouble remembering. It not only improves comfort while riding but also helps prevent you coming home with sore or stiff arms after a long ride.

@ShawnFumo 9 місяців тому

This is one thing that having a mindfulness type practice has helped with too. Remembering to check your posture regularly. I have to say that I'm still better at remembering when I see obstacles ahead to act as shock absorbers than I am just riding steady for a long period.

@RonMcEwen 11 місяців тому

In city environments, I find that a front blinking light, day or night, is at least as important as a rear light. I get much more recognition from drivers turning in front of me, from my lane or the opposing lane (s)) when I have one. I started to consistently use one when a driver approaching from the front, in broad daylight, turned right into me, and only stopped then their bumper hit my front wheel - I was turning away from them the whole time. They were focused on turning into a parking lot and claimed to just not see me.

@tristantakevideo 11 місяців тому

Yeah great advice. I actually recorded a portion to add in about this and left it out, but really should have added it in. I agree that it is just as important.

@deadstar962 10 місяців тому

Light r for p*ssies

@Ava-cq1zi 9 місяців тому

I don’t use blinking lights simply because in my state, at LEAST half of all drivers drive distracted. I use steady lights. There’s no confusion. You can’t glance at the road and not see it. Either you’re drunk or you didn’t even glance at the road in front of you. Blinking lights scare me because people have the attention spans of a goldfish when that auto-pilot turns on in their brain. All my family drives. I know all too well how how badly people drive. I don’t think humans are meant to be driving because we suck at multitasking. I digress. If you made it this far, watch for pedestrians! Share the road. And have a great day.

@patty109109 8 місяців тому

Screw it I’ve read this before and no more delay. Imma get me a front light asap.

@Ava-cq1zi 8 місяців тому

@@andrewholden1501 I just saw your response to my comment! While I don’t know the proper scientifically correct answer is, I have to agree that ANY light is better than no light. I’ve used both blinking and steady lights, but I haven’t exactly tested the safety of sharing the road at night using my different lights!!! I’m gonna run an experiment over the next month or two and see what I find just doing my normal nightly commutes.

@sethalexanderg Місяць тому

this tip just came in after I've crashed during a corner, cycled a 100 km ride with horrendous posture, cycling with only one hot dog consumed, bike back bearing broken, thanks for teaching me

@user-vu6wy1so6o 3 місяці тому

Avoid patches of loose gravel on junctions and bends; especially if braking.

@petergaskill2753 11 місяців тому

Hey mate, a really important topic and well presented! The only thing I would add is to stress the importance of avoiding overlapped wheels. Also to be careful passing bikes especially if the rider being overtaken is unaware they are being passed. The clients I have been guiding lately are relatively new to cycling and the biggest problems I see are nutrition, cornering, descending but the scariest is the lack of road positioning sense. I am catching them overlapping my wheel and find they pass me when there is a need to slow down putting us all at risk.

@tristantakevideo 11 місяців тому

Thanks man. All great points. 🙏🏼

@kempek11 10 місяців тому

Biggest tip for begginers, dont fall for the newbie no gloves look. wear gloves and save your palms if you land at over 30kmh.

@brandonclark8736 2 години тому

I almost closed the youtube player, but then I noticed this guy posts his Strava. I checked it out. Finally! Someone who rides even MORE than me (slightly). I'll listen to this person.

@Tassaczek 10 місяців тому

Loved the video - especially the tips about cornering. I have a huge problem with cornering, always slowing down.

@aluminati9918 11 місяців тому

That was a great video! I learned a couple of things way too late myself. Especially fueling, took me just 30 years to get it right 😂. Cannot be overstated. Also to keep safety 1st.

@BlahBlahPoop617 Місяць тому

Glad you mentioned sunscreen. So many bikers skip on this and they end up aging like raisins over their lifetime (UVA sun rays account for the majority of skin aging) while also increasing thier risk of skin cancer greatly. Hat and sunglasses also is of great help, and also sun protection clothing.

@SamanthaNickole02 2 місяці тому

I appreciate you and this video! I’m a newbie to road cycling. This stuff and the comments left are very valuable. I appreciate them and those leaving them. I now need to look into getting the right clothing for warm or cool weather…

@eatingMagniDezmondsAss 10 місяців тому

I always avoid cornering with my inside foot because the inside foot might hit the road causing an accident. Didn't know about putting weight on the outside foot to make cornering better. Guess I'll try that. Thanks.

@ShawnFumo 9 місяців тому

I'm definitely guilty of #2. I learned to ride with no hands on my old steel bike, but my road bike feels so much more twitchy. Good advice to take the weight off of the arm that is left, and general push to take the time to do it. Next ride will definitely put more of a focus on one-handed riding.

@LucIndustries 5 місяців тому

is it that much more difficult? Im currently on a 7+kg frame/bike that just says citybike and in the process of slowly retiring it and switching to a mountain- and a road bike. But if its really difficult to ride a road bike without hands I'll 100% do the mt setup first....

@aniketsrivastava1870 4 місяці тому

@@LucIndustriesI don't think so I have moved from a kids bike when I was a kid to a mtb now and have ridden both one's hands free although you do need practice first with one hand

@steveowens398 10 місяців тому

There were a lot of good tips in this one - things I've learned over 40 plus years of adult cycling. It didn't look like you were riding with a mirror - I recommend it to keep track of the vehicles behind you. I still use an old trick for fueling if I don't have anything better with me - fill your water bottle with half water and half soda. You burn the sugar as you go. Stay safe, and keep pedaling!

@reinaldostrobel81 2 місяці тому

Soda will make your body dehydrated

@triparadox.c 8 місяців тому

5:10 I did not think of that! Well, I did think to put my outside foot down to allow clearance when I am leaning on the turn. To avoid scraping the road or even getting caught on something and falling over. The thing about grip makes total sense. Though, I did fall over once when I leaned a bit too hard to the right when it was raining. It kind of subconsciously makes me fear leaning to the right. I've been forcing myself to lean right again.

@Elkatraz 8 місяців тому

Really great advice! I've been cycling for as long as I can remember but I only recently got myself a proper gravel bike for future long distance travel and bike touring. Your advice on relaxing the shoulders and elbows is very helpful, general comfort is something I find that I struggle with. Also I think I use the drop bars a little too frequently...

@petrofskiwilliams8360 7 місяців тому

Thank you for sharing, your video was very informative.

@AyoHues 5 місяців тому

Excellent advice and completely fluff free. Great video. 👍🏽

@mak7str885 Місяць тому

So professional approach. Thank you!

@ericho6550 10 місяців тому

One more suggestion Tristan. I have been riding bike since I was 3 years old. I learned a lesson of braking rear first then front. If I brake front first I will lost control and the bike will tripped. Since then my braking order is always rear first then front. In this way the bike will be more stable.

@suspiciousstew1169 Місяць тому

When I was younger I had an accident on a ramp where a friend’s cousin had been very close to the ramp for a while when I was going down, however, since I was not the smartest back then but knew the front brake was much better than the back brake, I waited until the last second and pressed it first out of instinct while on the ramp and proceeded to get slammed onto the ground

@paulwright7239 Місяць тому

Excellent video, just getting back into riding at 61 with a new-to-me gravel bike

@robertkeedwell4308 5 місяців тому

MOST of the things you mention I agree with except two. Firstly I don't think it's a good idea to take both hands off the handle bars. If you hit a pothole or anything else you could lose control of the bike. Learning to ride with one hand yes. Secondly having a good meal before setting out. Some people cycle to lose weight so should eat sensibly. I think it's a very good idea to take a water bottle with you to stop dehydration, even in the winter.

@jmills6397 9 місяців тому

Some good stuff in your video. Thank you for the time and effort you put into making it!

@tristantakevideo 9 місяців тому

Thanks mate. I appreciate the kind words and glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏼

@tommcmichael8679 10 місяців тому

Oh My Word! This is so helpful! Thank you!

@aliflammim3 10 місяців тому

Very interesting for newbies. Nice presentation. Thanks Tristan. Nice place you hv there to cycle.

@PedroDVC 11 місяців тому

Thanks for the info!

@GuyHigginbotham-et1tx 9 місяців тому

Great points made thanks ill start trying to put this advise to all my commutes

@JM-jd7yp 7 місяців тому

What a great video and very well explained. Thank you and I wish you well.

@tristantakevideo 7 місяців тому

Thank you 🙏🏼 🙌🏼

@karolawinter6249 5 місяців тому

Fantastic presentation. Thanks

@KosmiekAltertainment 7 місяців тому

Just as a note: Flickering rear lights are in some countries not allowed for the reason that it is really hard to estimate the distance of a flickering light. The fact is that they make orientation for traffic behind you much harder, certainly with great brightness. They are strongly advised against.

@tristantakevideo 7 місяців тому

Fair point. I’ve heard they aren’t allowed in some places.

@teacherguy5084 Місяць тому

You mean those drivers behind the light have to pay more attention that there is a fragile human ahead, not a two-ton metal box. The fact blinkers are not allowed in some countries speaks to those countries' pro-wealthy-driver bias and anti-cyclist bias. Ever seen a stopped police car dealing with an accident or an apprehended speeder? Flickering lights, yes? If cops' lives are important, so are those of cyclists. Blinkers are a warning, not something a human can't deal with. I'm interested to see who "strongly advises against" blinking rear bike lights. Yes they can be too bright - so can massive car LEDs and arc lamps. Blinkers have been shown to be more easily detectable - google Bike Radar's piece on this for specifics.

@KosmiekAltertainment Місяць тому

@@teacherguy5084 Calling the Netherlands unfriendly for cyclists? Having just about the most cyclists, and least cycling fatalities? I hope you don't teach anything important..

@TheIvylee1 9 місяців тому

This was so incredibly helpful! Thank you so much!!

@tristantakevideo 9 місяців тому

Thanks Ivy! 🙏🏼

@Omar_PS9inchhs 29 днів тому

look 99% of any cycling that's being done today is to go from point A to point B while sparing gaz money and not racing and world record breaking, speed REALLY REALLY doesn't matter to the vast majority of riders and I don't get why most of the focus goes on the speed...the best tips you can give is how to make cycling the least exhausting and most comfortable...and this is what I found from this video so thank you very much...I think most of these tips focus on safety and saving energy by making cycling less tiring.

@cstrike105 2 місяці тому

Thank you for the informative video. Hoping for more videos like this. As well as how about on commuter bikes and MTBs.

@ryanschmidt5618 2 місяці тому

Great video! I recently got into cycling because I totaled my car and didn't feel like buying another one, but after a few months of commuting with my bike I've started really enjoying riding and I'm trying to learn more about proper techniques to keep my body safe and happy 😝

@benjaminking505 6 місяців тому

Great tips....what a great dude! Thanks for the awesome vid!

@tristantakevideo 5 місяців тому

Thanks mate!

@adolfomclovin7082 5 місяців тому

I literally surge up every single hill. Ty for these tips I've been cycling near daily for 6 months straight now and I still have alot to learn

@QuanJNSUspartan 7 днів тому

Great info!! Thanks!!!

@wakeywakey8603 4 місяці тому

I got headlights that I actually wear on my head. So mamy drivers spastically rush up to the stop sign, exceeding the white line. Same thing keeps happening at the exit/entrance of strip malls. So I have my headlamp on flashing red lights. I'm also armed with front & rear lights on my bike, also flashing.

@kevinwarming7706 9 місяців тому

Super helpful. Thanks!

@hugoz6950 5 місяців тому

About descending technique, pushing on "internal" hand (extending arm) while pulling with "external" hand (flexing arm) will allow centre of gravity to move above the bike.

@byronsalazar3510 3 місяці тому

Great video tristan as Always very useful well explained👍🏻🚴🏼

@lcooperdesign 11 місяців тому

Great points Tristan. Took me way too long to realise I was way too tense in the neck and shoulders. A top tip I can offer on the fuelling front is to get prepared before you set off. Even with the best handling it can be difficult to unwrap certain packaging, so what I do is pre-open energy bars at one end, I even go so far as to break them in to perfect 5ths so that I have the mouthful ready for every 20 minutes, and not have more to chew than my lungs can cope with without breathing! SIS gels are notoriously hard to get in to, so I start the tear off in advance with those too.

@tristantakevideo 11 місяців тому

This is great advice. Also for when it’s freezing and you’re wearing gloves making the whole process even more difficult.

@severinpavloff6379 8 місяців тому

My 2 cents on bike lube. We don't. We use a bee wax, ptfe, and candle wax in a simple proportion to hot dip the chain and the casette. We never use any liquid oil on the open to air surfaces, that can dust and moisture. So we do check everything on autumn fall, then never worry until spring. Thank's for all other conseils. Sportivement a tous! Bon courage!

@fokkerd3red618 8 місяців тому

One thing i don't think you emphasized enough was proper leg extension to get maximum performance. I see many people riding with there legs only half extended.

@christianarmanddevera6414 7 місяців тому

Love that you gave unique tips I haven't hesrd from other channels. Really helpful.

@tristantakevideo 7 місяців тому

Thanks Christian 🙏🏼 Really glad you enjoyed.

@danielkassner6814 3 місяці тому

Two more tips from me as a long time cyclist: -Always reckon with the stupidity of others. -Drive as if you were invisible. But also make yourself as visible as possible. This point is more like a thought in your head. If people don't want to see you, they don't see you. No matter, how visible you are.

@Poriecross 6 місяців тому

Thanks for sharing this ❤

@tristantakevideo 6 місяців тому

🙏🏼 Glad you enjoyed

@inmyfreetyme 6 місяців тому

GREAT information to know. Lots of GREAT tips. Thanks 4 sharing! Cheers !! 🚴🚴🚴🚴🚴🚴🚴

@rheu373 11 місяців тому

Great advice 👍

@fredrik1164 8 місяців тому

Thanks a bunch for this! 🎉 cheers

@clairhardywynn5620 10 місяців тому

Hi Iv just stumbled across your good self and I’m so glad I did, I’m 3 weeks out from my 3rd triathlon and the bike is my nemesis it absolutely terrifies me, I’m still THAT scared after completing 2 tris successfully and I don’t think I’ll ever really like it let alone love it but ur video is really informative and I’ll be sure to put all the things u have touched upon into motion …… thanku again :)

@tristantakevideo 10 місяців тому

Thanks Clair! Glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏼 Take solace in knowing having already completed 2 you’ll no doubt smash the third. Riding takes years and years to properly “get” so hopefully in time it’ll become less of a barrier for you. Thanks again!

@aemiliadelroba4022 9 місяців тому

I also recommend to rest every 2-3 hrs ( going to bathroom) , A long ride 5hrs + needs more rest .

@chrishendricks1232 3 місяці тому

Beginner here; thank you for this comprehensive list! Very helpful

@tristantakevideo 3 місяці тому

Thanks Chris 🙏🏼

@barianelozano2614 8 місяців тому

thank you for the wonderful infos really helpful. bike fit here in my country is so expensive

@antoinecdc 5 місяців тому

Excellent suggestions! Thanks from a beginner !!! 😊

@jackieb.7368 8 місяців тому

Great content. Thanks.

@Platypuzz 8 місяців тому

Thanks a lot for sharing these tips, I've started learning how to bike about 10 days ago, and this video is just perfect

@infowazz 6 місяців тому

so glad i watched. locking arms isn't good and the surge tip is great. thx!

@tristantakevideo 6 місяців тому

Thanks Jon! Really glad you got something out of it. 🙏🏼

@unicyc 9 місяців тому

Thank you, Tristan, I'm really enjoying your channel ,.. some really great points... I can apply most of your advice re nutrition, safety, training... all except the pedal position while corning... no free wheel and with 36" wheel there is plenty of clearance... ;-)

@sunnyd9710 7 місяців тому

Very informative video.Thanks for sharing sir !! I ride without rear lights but now i will order it soon.

@ghenulo 5 місяців тому

I've seen people ride with rear lights on during the day time. I find it odd. I've been riding with rear lights only at nighttime for the last couple of decades and don't see any reason to change now.

@pinoychristianpilgrim 9 місяців тому

Great tips!!!

@rehuyb5160 10 місяців тому

About cornering with outside foot down; an additional hazard you face in corners that are quite tight is your inside pedal touching the road if you have the inside foot down, I speak from experience 😅

@franciscollaryora2032 День тому

Thank you!

@troycollett8540 11 місяців тому

I use a rear light and the live track on my head unit as well

@FjbLivesAgri 4 місяці тому

I love your tail light

@tristantakevideo 4 місяці тому

Same 🫶🏼

@akpitts 8 місяців тому

What a great video! I will share this video with my CC in Los Angeles.

@dperreno 5 місяців тому

Outside foot down is to avoid striking the pedal on the pavement. The whole weight distribution aspect is trivial compared to the havoc that can come from striking a pedal when you are turning at speed. What's more important is to also put your a bit more weight on the outside hand (or less weight on the inside) as well when turning.

@tduzit2325 10 місяців тому

Great tips 👌

@elizabethzieman1059 4 місяці тому

I never thought about the need to fuel simply to power your brain, and make good decisions on the road. Never thought about that before.

@stefanserepes3034 8 місяців тому

Very usefull tips. Thank you mate

@tristantakevideo 8 місяців тому

Happy to help! Thanks man

@yungyacht 11 днів тому

Great video!

@FoxBandyKoot 7 місяців тому

I just want to say that it's better to avoid removing clothing while cycling. I had an incident where the sleeves of my jacket got caught in the rear wheel, locking it as I was taking it off. My arms remained trapped in the sleeves, propelling me forward for several meters, and I came close to a fatal accident. Otherwise good video !

@tristantakevideo 7 місяців тому

This is very fair..I don’t think people should try this until they are more experienced, and perhaps I should’ve left it out of the video. However I do think learning to ride one handed is a skill that can help many cyclists. Thanks for the feedback 🙏🏼

@ghenulo 5 місяців тому

I don't wear enough clothing to remove anyway: just a jersey and tights (and I don't want to disgust anyone by being seen without either). In the winter, I take off my balaclava when going up the mountain rather than down it, but that's it (you don't even have to take it off, but I do; putting it below the chin suffices).

@honzabe 11 місяців тому

If I may... 11) learn not to swerve when you are looking back over your shoulder (BTW, is it also called "throwing waves" in English?) and 12) if you start riding a bit more, find yourself a physio to occasionally check for imbalances - do not wait until you knee/back hurts (I really wish I had done that).

@symoneprice798 10 місяців тому

Please, I am an absolute beginner. I’ve had 2 babies in the past 4 years and I’m hoping to incorporate cycling into my life. My butt becomes sore, on the inner parts of my thighs where my legs meet the private areas. When I came home today, my back was a bit sore. Also, I cycle with a bike trailer and 2 small children in it (About 60 pounds, maybe 70 with snacks and everything I need). I even set my 3. Year olds 14 inch wheel bike on it and rode them along with it to the park today. Needless to say, I’m pooped (although it feels good). Any suggestions for me?

@tristantakevideo 8 місяців тому

@@symoneprice798 A little bit of a slow reply here but it definitely sounds like you need a bike fit if you're getting this kind of pain at the tops of your thighs and back. You'll be putting undue stress on various muscles you're not often using, and adding the weight of the trailer and children would exacerbate that. Pop by your local bike shop and see if they can have a look at your fit - or better yet it would be worth looking up a bike fitter and having a chat. Cycling does take some time to get used to (I found it took a month of riding 3-4 days a week to get my butt used to the pressure from the saddle), but a bike fit will get you closer to comfort, quicker.

@ghenulo 5 місяців тому

My knees and back hurt before I even starting bicycling. In fact, nothing is harder on my back than walking (a half hour or so and I'm in misery).

@shirtlessGraveler305 8 місяців тому

Very good very nice tips and advice ! I might mention some thing I was taught when taking one hand off the bars is to place it on the tops or the flat section. Depending on a persons, skill or bike handling skill that is if they placed one hand and keep it on the hoods maybe they hit a reflector in the road or something you could easily oversteer and maybe crash makes the bike very Squirrley so I think it’s for me. I try to keep it on the tops there’s less chance to oversteer or over correct . just my two cents 🤔👌🏻😄

@adammccabe8779 11 місяців тому

Hi, Tristan another great video. I've realized your videos have influenced me more than I realized, after recently purchasing a BMC I've also booked to come to girona. It would be cool if you could do a beginner/intermediate rider guide to girona.

@vivekrawat3352 3 дні тому

Very informative video, it was very useful information for me as a beginner's guide

@tristantakevideo 2 дні тому

Thanks so much. Really glad to hear. 🙏🏼

@jineeshcg6537 5 місяців тому

Very useful tips ..thank you brother.

@tristantakevideo 5 місяців тому

Thanks legend 🙌🏼

@jacksonbangs6603 5 місяців тому

AS a long distance cyclist I can relate to alot of the tips and tricks layer out in this video.

@BerraLJ Місяць тому

I have a see sense light and the first varia radar, paired with the heads-up unit it is excellent.

@bobby3849 5 місяців тому

Great clip. Many thanks 🙏❤️🌹

@tristantakevideo 5 місяців тому

Thank you 🙏🏼

@Bobbgeane 7 місяців тому

Thank u for this educational video.

@tristantakevideo 7 місяців тому

Thank you 🙌🏼

@Michael-vn2jj 9 місяців тому

Just started learning (on day 3 now) been enjoying it but now this is a lot i was doing wrong / didnt know / and need to learn. Its a lot but i appreciate this video, definitely didnt know most of this and it feels like that was super important stuff too that i need to know lol

@tristantakevideo 9 місяців тому

Take it nice and slow..no need to learn everything in this video all at once, especially in your first week. Give it time and get used to just riding and enjoying before starting things like taking one hand off the handlebars, etc. All the best with it. 🤝🏼

@justinczternastek5346 8 місяців тому

New rider, great information

@OstapKliuchkovskyi 2 місяці тому

great video, thanks dude

@tristantakevideo 2 місяці тому

Thanks legend

@waynejohnstone3685 8 місяців тому

I also ride hard enduro on my dirt bike, really helps with the balance etc. My bicycle has those elbow rests, they’re pretty handy for form I think- although I don’t see anyone else really using them anymore?

@johne7345 2 місяці тому

Agree on front and rear daytime running lights. As for riding w/ one hand on the bars, those of us with downtube shift levers have had to do this for years. :)

@JoseLuisMazariegosBallesteros 6 місяців тому

This has been so useful to me. Maybe for some it's obvious things but to me... I needed to hear this.

@JamEZmusic86 9 місяців тому

I really like the idea that a back light can pair to the Garmin to alert you of vehicles coming up behind you. I never knew that was a thing! awesome. But does the light flash quicker than what you have in the video? It does not seem to draw attention in because it has too long a pause between the sets of flashes?