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Singletracks Mountain Bike Podcast
Mountain Bike Skills with Paul Howard of ZEP Techniques
Apr 20, 2020
In this podcast, Paul Howard discusses the top skill mountain bikers should work on, debunks myths about mountain bike skills, explains the relation between skills and fitness, and talks about the PMBIA's role in coaching. He also touches on the evolution of mountain bike instruction, ZEP Mountain Bike Camps' target audience, and the benefits of mastering fundamental skills in mountain biking.
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- Prioritize mastering fundamental cornering and pressure control skills over jumping for safe and effective skill progression.
- Address common mountain biking myths to improve skill development, focusing on proper front brake usage and body position.
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Bike Park vs. Enduro Camps: Developing Core Skills
When riders sign up for Bike Park or Enduro Camps in Whistler, they often seek to enhance jumping skills. However, the coaching approach typically involves evaluating and improving riders' fundamental cornering and pressure control techniques. Emphasizing the importance of mastering these core skills before advancing to jumping helps ensure safety and effective skill progression.
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