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Have you Ever Attended an In-Person MTB Skills Clinic?

There are plenty of ways to learn new bike skills, including working with a mountain bike skills coach in person.

By Jeff Barber
May 2, 2021 Last Updated: January 27, 2022

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There are plenty of ways to learn new bike skills, including working with a mountain bike skills coach in person.

A group of six people wearing helmets and mountain biking gear are gathered around two mountain bikes, engaged in a discussion. One person, standing and gesturing with their hands, appears to be giving instructions or information. The setting is an outdoor space with green trees and a residential area in the background.

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Jeff Barber

Jeff Barber has been mountain biking since 1992 and has tested hundreds of mountain bikes and components. He is the co-founder of Singletracks and serves as Editor in Chief. Contact him at [email protected].

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Sunspot Colorado // 2019
May 3, 2021

Been dirtin since the 70's and have seen so much change in technology as well as handling technique. Much time spent sharing with others on the trails and such. That camaraderie is not replaceable in any way.
Taking up trials has also lead to some fun trail antics. Highly recommend learning trials basics for mountain riding.

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scbiker South Carolina // 2013
May 3, 2021

I have been dirt riding since I was 6 years old way back in the 60's and I've seen a lot of changes in bikes and riding styles and techniques. I have always tried to adjust my techniques to fit in with the current bikes and style of riding I'm doing. I am now a NICA coach and as such I have attended two "On The Bike Skills" classes to prepare me to coach new riders. I actually learned a few things and now I'm working to "unlearn" old habits and move to the new techniques. I am seeing an improvement in my riding.

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Hap Proctor Florida // 2014
May 8, 2021

The best money you can spend after buying a bike.

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ride_today Alabama // 2014
May 5, 2021

The folks not getting some coaching are missing out on progression and fun. They don’t know what they don’t know. Just because you can pedal a bike in the woods does not mean your riding your bike in an optimal manner. Your bike may be riding you. Good coaching is worth way more than just about any bike component upgrade.

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First published May 2, 2021 @ 2:24:03