Its true really, if everything is right the rider has to to really really want it to be on the top steps. Steve Smith is an example you can really see it burn in his eyes.
interesting comments from Steve Smith about going back to clips at 5.24 secs http://www.pinkbike.com/news/Video-Steve-Smith-Blow-by-Blow-Account-of-His-First-World-Cup-Vi.html
yeah I think the way to train now is like an MMA athlete! I have been thinking it for a long time. Being able to ride for 2 hours is good for practice maybe the day before. But explosive is where its at...
I still think on the rocky wild track that clips have an advantage controlling the back...
I think changing bikes doesn't really help a rider but then you look at Gwin and it has a minimal affect on him.
I do think that changing bike has a greater effect at the top end for flat pedal riders. From a psychological point of view, "feel" of the bike is way more important when riding...
I would agree that a firmer suspension is def faster on some tracks. Provided you have the skill to stay on your bike , and can handle the speeds like say Gwin, the clips will prevent your feet bouncing off. I really would like to see Hill clipped in, I really think the guy would be faster. He...
I think there might be something in it for a flat pedal rider like Sam Hill. DW link or VPP is possibly a little better suited for a flat rider at that level. I always thought this. I guess its too hard to prove .
I had a big crash in whistler this year , opened my elbow from a big sharp rock, the cut was really deep. Doctor said I was lucky not to get the ulnar nerve the most exposed nerve in the human body.
Elbow pads are a good idea from now on.
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