Only just discovered you guys on youtube. This is such awesome content! Bringing it right back to the basics, clearly explaining the stuff I kinda know, but don't really know.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@allanridesbikes58563 жыл бұрын
You're in for a treat!
@denniskane96513 жыл бұрын
Best explanation of this channel! “Clearly explaining stuff I kinda know but don’t really know!” I totally agree- I know I have experienced the way to do these techniques in isolation and quite frankly by accident. Now I find by knowing the technique I can proactively strive for it and practice it.
@nl37123 жыл бұрын
Me too, this channel is the business!
@markmccall62733 жыл бұрын
"Your personality comes out in the next layer"… Love that thinking. Makes complete sense.
@davehumpleby34403 жыл бұрын
Biking zen from the masters. Love it.
@donnbialik90853 жыл бұрын
Waiting for the "Namastoke" tshirts……..I'm patient.
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
YES! I have some designs done and ready. Stay tuned.
@allanridesbikes58563 жыл бұрын
Above the chainstay is the seatstay. Above the seatstay is namaste. 🙏🤙
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Love that!!!
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
HA HA SO GOOD!
@jamisonr Жыл бұрын
Thanks guys, I'm 48 and just getting back into mountain biking after a ~17 year hiatus, and these videos help me understand that I'm not "too old to learn"
@MarathonMindy Жыл бұрын
45 here and same thing …. Been years and love it.
@nl37123 жыл бұрын
This is, somehow, the FUNNIEST and most instructional mtb vid I’ve ever watched (and I’ve watched a few 100). Thanks for this quality vid 👌👌👌
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@airliftpilot3 жыл бұрын
Lee is like a sensei master of bikes. Alex is the poet laureate of bikes. The combo is glorious...
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Kind words like this make it a lot easier to shoot and edit next weeks episode. : )
@mtbandenath3 жыл бұрын
The best part is how you guys always include mindfulness and doing something with complete purpose. As Alex said it's about finding the truths. That total clicks with me. Again you guys keep delivering exceptional content.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that it resonates. When you love bikes like we do the appreciation gets pretty deep and it's cool to know people are feeling the same things we are.
@mtbandenath3 жыл бұрын
@@JoyOfBike totally agree, this kind of stuff is what makes the MTB community grow and stay rad!
@dirtsurfernz3 жыл бұрын
Was waiting for someone to launch off drop behind and get a fright seeing you two sitting there 😂
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
The funny thing is nobody hits it. We were joking that we could set out a picnic ON IT and nobody will care!!! It sorta cuts the turn a little tight too.
@dirtsurfernz3 жыл бұрын
@@JoyOfBike lol. I like to imagine I would try.... From the safety of the other side of the world 😜
@AlexPTwigg-ql3ci3 жыл бұрын
The two of you are a beautiful combo, and I 100% agree that the best coaches of anything are the ones that had to really work to gain their skills. So glad I found your channel.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@FlowConsciously3 жыл бұрын
"finding those truths, through riding bikes" You two are too much! Perfection!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you.
@RyannMade3 жыл бұрын
That point about focused vs peripheral vision is huge! It comes up in every part of riding. Your focused/central vision determines the strategy of your riding (eg. proactive, line choice, risk assessment) but your your peripheral vision determines the tactics of your riding (eg. reactive, line execution). Getting things from that conscious mode to become automatic is all about spending time on your bike. Good coaching, high discipline, etc can help avoid memorizing mistakes and that can help save some time, but in the end only time can build the necessary muscle memory to ride without thinking - and when it happens it is so awesome.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
So true. And we don't realize how small that central vision region is. Try to read this while moving your eyes two inches to the left. Ha. But that fidelity comes at a cost in processing speed. The periphery is designed to identify threats and respond in real time. Pretty cool stuff.
@nickdellar34683 жыл бұрын
Why do I cry every time I watch these breakthrough videos???😩😭
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
You're not the only one crying!!
@yorgosk29383 жыл бұрын
I've said it before, and I will say it again, the Chemistry and vibes between you too are amazing. Your videos are not only a joy of bike but a joy to watch too. I wish I had the opportunity to be trained irl by Lee. If you ever find your way to the north of Britain please let me know :-D
@denniskane96513 жыл бұрын
Consider remote coaching- I just bought a pack and although only 1 lesson in I carried what I learned into my next ride. It works- Lee is really good at making it meaningful for what you need in manageable bites.
@thee173t3 жыл бұрын
More great wisdom from my our biking Jedi! If you guys ever make a jersey i'll buy it day one for sure.
@josedp3 жыл бұрын
THE JOY of watching your videos 😀
@stevendanielson81043 жыл бұрын
I’m 49 yrs old, played multiple sports and done all kinds of potentially dangerous outdoor activities (Mtn biking, rappelling, rock climbing, etc) and your advice about the zoom focus is spot on! First time I’ve heard anyone describe it (ever) - sage advice for anyone. One needs to be aware but NOT hyper focused on the obstacle or feature. Well done guys!!!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother!!
@joeshawcroft7121 Жыл бұрын
I'm new to this channel and just need to say that I love every video I've watched (a lot) and I wish you guys were still putting out regular content. I hope to see you back soon but if not, thanks for all your contributions!
@gyorgytakacs68843 жыл бұрын
It always strikes me how deeply human the wisdom is which isn't necessarily the one concerns riding the bike. It's almost more important for me than the technical knowledge itself. Two Buddhist Bikers! Cheers from Budapest/Hungary.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Yes! The two go together like making the tea and drinking the tea.
@beardedmtb3 жыл бұрын
You got me at 'Don't do it' to be honest. So few videos make this point so clearly when it comes to learning skills - I'm not ready and you told me how to tell I'm not ready. Thankyou, probably saved my face.
@JeremyRabbit3 жыл бұрын
You guys make such fun and value-packed videos. Jabs enjoyed every one!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
So glad!
@manumartinez34613 жыл бұрын
Lee is our master! Magnificent explanation
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
We agree!
@unkle-user3 жыл бұрын
As always-just what we need, спасибо!
@nikolaibohachevsky23013 жыл бұрын
Shredding, in whatever form you dig, is beautiful. Thanks again fellas!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@davidwright89323 жыл бұрын
When you guys talked about using bike riding as a way to "express yourself" it really struck a chord with me. After about a decade off of bikes I realized that I had been missing the expression of riding in my life. Love the exploration and perspectives you guys put into these videos.
@davidplourde8688 Жыл бұрын
You guys make the best technique videos. The explaination of the physics AND how to handle it is excellent. Best instruction!
@dougadams45403 жыл бұрын
This is my new favorite MTB channel. Thanks for the great work guys.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@TheSd1cko3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. I know from riding motorcycles that target fixation is one of the greatest causes of accidents the don't involve other vehicles. I'm 39 and just getting back into MTB for the first time since I was a teenager and as soon as I notice I'm doing the target fixation thing, I have my motorcycle instincts to snap out of it as soon as I realise I'm doing it. But I take this as a warning that I'm pushing too fast.
@time2play_outdoors3 жыл бұрын
Only in MTBing can you yell “You’re out of your mind!” and have it be a high compliment.
@trialsrob2143 жыл бұрын
So I’ve been thinking about this for a long time. When I was younger and racing Mx I was at the point of doing and not really thinking and when I ride Mtb all I do is think. And mainly about how I’m really not in tune with the bike and constantly trying to learn what to do with the bike. My personality doesn’t come through at all. I’ve got no Mtb style. But with knowledge and desire comes change, thanks guys
@higherpurposemtbiking30433 жыл бұрын
Whoa! Looking for ‘Truths’... and THAT leads to better Mtn biking and life. You dudes are speaking with wisdom. Sweet!
@ag5urfer3 жыл бұрын
My favourite day of the week cause its.. NBD! new bideo day🤣
@DrewJ793 жыл бұрын
I love the way you guys explain everything. I'm 41, just bought the new Canyon stoic 4, and I'm just getting back into MTB after 20 years being off of the trails. I really appreciate your intelligence and way of thinking. Anytime I watch your videos you make me want to go and practice every little detail of my riding. Hopefully I'll get the courage to start doing some drops soon, they look like so much fun.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful. Take your time. Build up slowly on a solid foundation and it will pay off later.
@zomambik3 жыл бұрын
Every time I watch your videos I either realize or learn something new. And often it's not the specifics of technique ( it's all great stuff but usually things I know already) but rather the mental aspect of riding or even making progress / overcome an obstacle in life in general. In this video it's the "tunnel vision" thing. I was practicing bunny hops yesterday and was trying to go significantly higher. It wasn't happening. Until I examined my field of vision and noticed it was indeed tunnel-like. Then I did my best at softening my gaze, stay loose and boom - started clearing it! So looks like there may be two approaches to this tunnel vision phenomenon - if you can't make it go away, skip this obstacle this time. But if you can relax and widen the scope - go for it. As usual, apologies for a long ass comment. Who has time to read such essays in the age of Twitter... :-)
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
If you can make it go away it is a sign you're good to go. Congrats!!
@pierreblanchette6026 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I think this will help my mindset on the next ride. Insightful video. 👍
@airDvans2 жыл бұрын
Thanks guys, realy love the philosophical talk at the end!!! If you are ever in The Netherlands, please ride with me and my friends!!
@time2play_outdoors3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff! One personal cue I use for the conscious vs. unconscious state of mind for drops: if I do a brake check on the run in, I’m not ready.
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
Good one.
@MrDistill3 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Anyone else sad for the 3 to 7 guys always thumbs downing this channel. They must need so serious hug’s.
@Antjan463 жыл бұрын
I’m so grateful for this channel! Thanks guy’s!
@tracyoliver55253 жыл бұрын
You guys are like the mtb odd couple, love it!!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
So funny you say this. Yesterday I wrote down a show idea titled Odd Couple. I don't know what it is about but it's pretty accurate.
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
I love it too! We have such different styles, but I so enjoy riding in this guy's Wake of Joy.
@dominicstockton71023 жыл бұрын
Found your channel last week... massively inspired to try a new way of riding, i took my new pumpin' hinge with me to one of the world's first trail centres in Wales (Coed y Brenin) and scored 32 new PRs out of 36 segments on Strava. Thank you fellas, you're absolute legends in my world now. Namastoke indeed!
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
YES!!!
@robinwalker58303 жыл бұрын
This is great stuff Alex and Lee! I love the bonus "tunnel vision versus wide angle" piece. One of my local trails has an adjustable-height drop to practice on, and levels one and two are actually drops (level take off), but levels 3-5 go up at the take off and turn it into a jump, which always feels sketchy (and I see lots of people go off it in ways that look dangerous). This really helps.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Yeah these features are not that unusual. Glad it helped!
@servidig4833 жыл бұрын
Editing and video structure is getting better and better, easier to understand the lesson, great job
@seansmith1743 жыл бұрын
I’m so stoked to get above the think about it level to the personality level!! Thanks for another great video
@j.l.59663 жыл бұрын
4:41 gave me the heebie jeebies of just how terrifying that drop would feel
@waterdog41913 жыл бұрын
Very informative and funny. “...full ass, correction, full yes” 😂
@reneh.65512 жыл бұрын
Love the music you use in all of your videos... so vibey... 😎🌻🤙
@Jesusprayerwarriorbw2 жыл бұрын
Soo good! Cant wait for my dirt jumper! Hit 50 this yr already been athletic now the fear is gone and having proper technique explained is going to send me sky high and loving life even more. Thx for stoke!
@JoyOfBike2 жыл бұрын
Feeling the stoke from here!!!
@tacconelli3 жыл бұрын
I love how deep you guys take the mentality (or non-mentality) of riding. I don't even own a MTB yet, but it applies to a lot of the riding I do on my drop bar bike on and off-road.
@colinberry2763 жыл бұрын
Love the overall attitude you and Mike bring. Super positive. I’ve been watching several jumping, drop, techy climb stuff and one thing clicks in my head now, and that’s been repeated in couple places, is staying centered front to rear. Fear, and understanding, happens in the head and finding the right idea is key. Then as you say, it’s about shutting thoughts down...once you repeat things enough. Progress! That’s all anyone could want. Thanks!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
That’s the formula!!!
@colinberry2763 жыл бұрын
Oops, Lee!...not Mike. Sorry. Where did I get Mike I don’t know.
@Joshshimchick3 жыл бұрын
These videos never fail to get me pumped to get out on the trail. 🙏
@pepeinmex3 жыл бұрын
Drops are complicated and the videos are good so this 4th video is so cool, shout out Lee as I learned today that is not a drop but a stepdown, that learning for my old brain works. Time now to grab the bike and practice again...
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the manual machine buddy!!
@pepeinmex3 жыл бұрын
@@JoyOfBike gracias Alex can’t wait for it and will share a video and some pictures once is in Mexico!
@aquaholich20513 жыл бұрын
Good chemistry Great content, Easily digestable. At 39 Only got into mtb this year and you guys are really helping my learning curve, understandling the mechanics 👌👍
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@WanderlyRamirez2 жыл бұрын
it is a joy to watch your vids... it doesnt matter how many times... I love the chem you guys have and the way you both address the mind and the tension and how to ease it... !
@JoyOfBike2 жыл бұрын
We love it every bit of it!!!
@thehumbletrail28163 жыл бұрын
You did it again guys! "content awesome this is"
@rigelsan97443 жыл бұрын
I’m a martial artist of the Way of the Gnar. You guys rock! Thanks for enlightening me.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
YES! I love the way of the Gnar.
@ianbarraclough75232 жыл бұрын
Love your channel & style you have really fired me up to learn new skills at 56. Keep it going guys you rock 👍🤩
@rpark443 жыл бұрын
Killing it fellas...great stuff as usual!
@graemewood12163 жыл бұрын
Very entertaining Alex and Lee, keep up the good work! Awesome channel guys
@richieclarkie3 жыл бұрын
I clicked the bell.. I got the notification ... it worked :) Then I'm rewarded with your amazing content and editing. Thank you once again for your videos Alex :)
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Love it when a plan comes together!!
@RossiDeakin04063 жыл бұрын
Ive lost an eye to cancer, im 42 years young this June and looking to get back shredding, id like your opinions please, ps absolutely love the show, 🤙✌️👌👏
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that brother but I'm stoked to hear you're getting back to the bike. Opinion on if you should do it? Heck yeah. There will be some adjustment and compromise and you will have lost some depth perception but you brain will figure it out. A friend of mine with one eye used to crush me at tennis.
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah Ross. Do it! Focus on safety. Take it slowly. Let your brain adapt. My friend Chris W has vision in only one eye and SHREDS on bikes and skis. Like, you would never know he has an issue.
@RossiDeakin04063 жыл бұрын
@@lee_likes_bikes brilliant and thanks from the uk... 🇬🇧
@RossiDeakin04063 жыл бұрын
@@JoyOfBike brilliant and thanks from the uk.. Keep the great content brother, you two have a great energy about you, bless🙏
@supergreg723 жыл бұрын
Make that comeback, Ross! Just be aware that having only one eye will make it a bit harder to evaluate distances, but don’t let that stop you, life is too short.
@menemismix3 жыл бұрын
Totally did not see that coming I’m Batman This channel is gold
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike!
@fouglasdir3 жыл бұрын
True story what you say! Love it.
@MarathonMindy Жыл бұрын
Finding those truths through riding a bike….. that’s so Bruce Lee
@markmckenney45343 жыл бұрын
I’m wondering right now, just how many coaches are out there watching this one...hmmmm...another full flex delivery, touching even upon the quantum experience of Flow State. Was just wondering when Y’all were going to pull this from the quiver 🤣 (you know, in the video) because ya know we were waiting, right!? Fa Reelz, great to see how this technique would be coached, fantastico ✊Great vid guys! From the Mountain Bike Capital of the world North West Arkansas, I’m even starting to believe it after getting a healthy dose of the next batch of 3 small mountains in a row, each with its own hub with multiple lines...not officially open...called Keystone. What we lack in pure elevation, we make up for in volume and diversity, honest to god, you can’t keep up with it...it’s truly unbelievable...you need to stay for a month or even a season, just to take it all in! Y’all are welcome anytime. Flow State Baby
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark!! If you keep an eye on the other channels, you'll soon see this topic.
@Iamgavrilo3 жыл бұрын
Great as always!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@kerryrobbert74933 жыл бұрын
Great content, as always, especially the 'Zen' stuff. I should mention, too, that I dig the production of these vids. Makes them just that much more fun. Not that you needed that, or anything, just that it's fun... I like fun... I like fun MTBing... I like fun videos about intrinsically motivated MTB skill progression, with a Zen-like twist... It helps me have more fun, not just on the bike, but in life, too. That's next-next level sh*t.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the comment. We're still finding our legs in this whole KZfaq world but that is exactly what riding is for me. Fun and progression with friends.
@adijay97603 жыл бұрын
Best episode
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@LuisBarreras21 Жыл бұрын
Great video
@robsindik3 жыл бұрын
I love you guys! So much information and stoke! I’ve only recently discovered your channel but I know that you’ve made me a better rider. Thanks and keep up the great work.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@SolMotiv3 жыл бұрын
Best drop video yet. Nice work y’all! Keep it up.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!
@travelthenarrowtrail86603 жыл бұрын
Another very informative video here, love the instruction, thank you.
@damiengreen5978 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! you guys are the only one's who seem to explain technique in a natural, understandable way. I was wondering could you do a video on Drop-offs that are on a downslope as well? IE drop-offs on a step downhill descent? Cheers
@BentonvilleMTB3 жыл бұрын
Hey man you always give me lots of things to think about and apply, not just to my riding but to everything I do in life. I want to say the high-definition in color made it much easier to see the subtle beginnings and endings of movements and body weight shifting. Come to Bentonville for outerbike I'll Stand you a beer
@barryray2753 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a magical vid.
@bermchasin3 ай бұрын
a lot of good wisdom in this video!
@markhardegon3 жыл бұрын
And another great chilled video that makes you nod your head and say yes ok I see that So thanks guys keep it up I'm always learning 🤟
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you Mark!! Stay shreddy!
@superawesomefuntimego3 жыл бұрын
Good content guys! Thanks! I almost got caught out by one of these darn drops with a lip a couple weeks ago, landed a bit nose heavy because I treated it like a normal drop.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Oh no! Glad you managed it!
@nicoinghilleri81493 жыл бұрын
Love your commentary on style, total brain blast! 🧠💥
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly
@gaborhavasi71963 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Thank you guys!
@DrtSqrt3 жыл бұрын
I love you guys! What I wouldn't give to come ride with you for a day. I think my skills would go ^^^^^
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. If you ever get a chance to be a part of one of Lee’s classes do it. Game changer!!
@timvoss6123 жыл бұрын
As I listened your the intro I immediately thought of Eugen Herrigel's Zen in the Art of Archery...and then you used it! It doesn't need to be all spiritual, but Bikes happen to be our (joyous!) "means" of...being in the moment. Continue to explore the fourth dimension of this wonderful pursuit which is both exquisitely pointless and everything. Your videos continue to break new ground...(and, as ever, superb editing)... Onwards and upwards Tim Voss (Brighton Pump Track South Australia)
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Tim!!
@BryanKeller7242 жыл бұрын
came back to say I miss you guys alot
@JoyOfBike2 жыл бұрын
Miss you too!!! Hope you’re stoked.
@matt_m1263 жыл бұрын
Love this and your channel. Thanks guys!
@Allan_Varcoe3 жыл бұрын
Who DISLIKES this stuff?!?!?!? Great video as usual guys!
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
If you have an MTB channel, you might not be stoked on this.
@dewindoethdwl27983 жыл бұрын
Great video, love the explanation and the discussion of how well learned & internalised process then turns into play & steez. I’m off out to practice 👍
@idhvew83 жыл бұрын
You guys rock! Love the content and delivery.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@bobstevemd32653 жыл бұрын
lol I was gonna ask you guys to do an updated video on drops and here it is !
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. The others are only a few months old. What needed updating. : )
@bobstevemd32653 жыл бұрын
@Joy of Bike with Alex Bogusky hahaha i was wondering if your thoughts on shifting your body weight changed because of your recent bunny hope video . I think my dates are off though lol. do you think you'll make a video on how to do a step up like getting on and over logs ?
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
@@bobstevemd3265 Lee is focused on teaching people safe ways to ride. I'm more open to different styles. In the case of a drop like this I might rock back a bit and hop it for fun but I don't think I would ever want to teach that.
@bobstevemd32653 жыл бұрын
@@JoyOfBike ummm that lakes since. that's for reply mate
@MTBZenMaster3 жыл бұрын
Guru Alex! This video worked on sooo many levels. I can see the reflection of your experience and wisdom. From the gameshow to the archery (yeah you making some of us feel old since many didnt growup watching game shows😊😂). All culminating into useful mtb educational and inspiring content. Bravo sir! 😎👍🏾now i need to go practice what i learned.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Oh man. I can’t help but put myself into it and myself is 57!! Stoked you enjoyed it. More Zen in MTB and in all things!!
@pauls36163 жыл бұрын
I have small drop of about 3’ with a nice lip on it and I have been getting too much weight on the rear wheel and it does hang up. Not enough to launch me OTB but enough to cause concern. I will try it more as a jump. It is easy to see what is happening to the front wheel watching you guys hit it. Great video as usual and as many have said you guys just click when together. Thank you.
@denzilbart58823 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. It's just not the content but the holistic approach to riding, because it's not really about riding but about overcoming obstacles and attaining a state of Flow. The riding then follows the Flow.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
You're so right. Ironically, making videos can be an obstacle to that goal but overcoming that obstacle is just like any other.
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@MrCjrodriguez3 жыл бұрын
I love this video and I love this channel!
@patp2353 жыл бұрын
“Empty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. If you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle and it becomes the bottle. You put it in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now, water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend.” And this begins my journey into the Japanese Archery rabbit hole...
@beardedvikingmtber3 жыл бұрын
love the energy of your vids guys, wish I could show that much skill in my vids. quality content lads
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@BobMcKerrell3 жыл бұрын
makes a lot of sense with the "think" "don't think". when you look at creativity and spatial perception it mostly comes from the right brain in right handed people. Calculation, language and critical thinking come from left brain function. This is also why texting and driving is so dangerous as driving or riding uses a lot of spatial perception and the act of texting or in this case thinking(zooming) takes you into the left brain very quickly. Also why the more relaxed you are the better you perform the steazy moves. : ) Cool video as usual.
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
Nice add. This sport of ours goes deep. : )
@RydenDirty3 жыл бұрын
Well done gentleman
@BrunoSantosNZ3 жыл бұрын
I saw Tracey Hannah do a talk about switching off all the noise in the brain, what she does is start singing a song in her head or out loud, and that helps her get her fastest times and ride better. I tried it, and it works!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
That works really well!!!
@BrunoSantosNZ3 жыл бұрын
@@JoyOfBike it has gotten to the stage where I don't even realise I'm doing it. I was watching a POV run I filmed a few weeks back on a track I was sessioning, and I had to laugh! Whenever I got to the technical sections I would start singing just softly enough to be picked up by the Action Cam. It wasn't a conscious decision, totally going on auto pilot 🤣. This was also about the time I realised I can't sing very well 😂😂😂
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
@@BrunoSantosNZ I usually sing songs of my own invention that are about the day or moment. Magic bike is my favorite!
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
@@JoyOfBike YES! I often yell out a rad statement. When you're saying something rad you're not thinking something bad. (tm)
@MacGyverDad3 жыл бұрын
I saw that video too and it totally works. Humming my way down technical stuff is a great calming tool I use now.
@johnnyutah60563 жыл бұрын
It's about time i mentioned, are those oakley minutes Lee is rocking? Those are real retro shades!
@JoyOfBike3 жыл бұрын
I think they are. It's only retro if you bring them back. I think they're just old. : )
@lee_likes_bikes3 жыл бұрын
I wear custom classes from Tom's Sportique Eyeware in Boulder, CO. - Full-coverage frames - Progressive lenses for aging eyes - Photochromic for all light levels - Vents cut into the lenses for less fogging - Color tinted to bring out trail details These are by far the best riding glasses I've ever worn. They're good in bright sun, dark, low and high speed. Heck, Alex and I rode supermoto one day, and I used these glasses in place of goggles. Tom creates glasses for a lot of my clients all over.