Learn How To Drop on a Mountain bike skill tutorial | Skills with Phil

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  • čas přidán 20. 06. 2016
  • Learning how to drop on a mountain bike can make riding way more enjoyable. There are many ways to do mountain bike drops and in this MTB drop tutorial we'll learn how to drop on a mountain bikes safely. We'll also talk about some common mountain bike drop problems and how to feel more comfortable dropping.
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    Artist: Topher Mohr and Alex Elena
    Song: Say Yeah
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Komentáře • 379

  • @rdevil25
    @rdevil25 Před 7 lety +258

    Who the hell dislikes these videos? Phil awesome job! Keep up the good work, cause me and a lot of people here need it :)

    • @andrewmassie2874
      @andrewmassie2874 Před 7 lety +30

      Probably the people who fell flat on their face after doing a drop.

    • @thebell2910
      @thebell2910 Před 7 lety +3

      RobSousa yeah probably someone that tried a drop and fell and felt like it as was phils fauly

    • @mtadams2009
      @mtadams2009 Před 6 lety +4

      Looks like 45 losers, whats not to like, its Phil and he is not only a great rider but he has a way of explaining it so even people like me can understand. take care

    • @viperdemonz-jenkins
      @viperdemonz-jenkins Před 6 lety

      RobSousa they jealous of the handlebars, not anyone can grow those.

    • @R0bothamster
      @R0bothamster Před 6 lety

      Seth from Seth's bike hacks 😁 (I jest of course)

  • @Jolinator
    @Jolinator Před 8 lety +38

    The production quality of these videos is fantastic! perfect filming, editing, narration and epic riding

  • @JoelTGM
    @JoelTGM Před 8 lety +140

    You make really great videos.

  • @MtbEnduroChile
    @MtbEnduroChile Před 7 lety +20

    Nice video dude! Cheers from Chile!!

  • @TheWolf31415
    @TheWolf31415 Před 5 lety +23

    Very helpfull. I love the banana for scale! hahah XD

  • @fajnalowiec
    @fajnalowiec Před 6 lety +8

    I've started to watch your videos and the more I see the more I love all about them; your freakin' skill, the attitude, energy, modesty, being chill, the way you explain stuff, resoursefullness. Keep it up man! :)

  • @trentdrummond3147
    @trentdrummond3147 Před 8 lety +9

    I love the amount of info. everything you need to know

  • @Teamrc27
    @Teamrc27 Před 8 lety +25

    that's the best how-to-drop tutorial video out there! thank you very much much, awesome work!

  • @lukakajzar4425
    @lukakajzar4425 Před 7 lety +5

    this channel deserves waaaay more subs and likes.....love ur vids dude

  • @JDM_Electric-SanDiego
    @JDM_Electric-SanDiego Před 5 lety

    Phil, you are the man. Every time I search for something new I'm learning or practicing, I come across a vid you have that covers it from soup to nuts. Thanks for the effort you put into your awesome vids, I've been hammering on my bike as often as possible because of it!

  • @YourNickIsTaken
    @YourNickIsTaken Před 7 lety

    LOVE the detail how Phil explains things.

  • @bocan33
    @bocan33 Před 8 lety +2

    Phil,
    You're a great teacher and your video's continue to help this 56yo mtn bike newb to stay in one piece! Thank you!

  • @ryszardchomka9880
    @ryszardchomka9880 Před 7 lety +23

    I like your way of explanation

  • @KiwiNewellLimited
    @KiwiNewellLimited Před 7 lety +4

    I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS
    You and Seth are the best MTB youtubers!!

  • @vex123
    @vex123 Před 8 lety

    Love all your videos btw. It's nice to see someone who's both a professional athlete in the sport along with a professional attitude in your tutorials.

  • @luketcg
    @luketcg Před 5 lety +2

    Just when I thought your video was helpful, you went and gave us a"banana for scale". You're the man, thanks for a solid tutorial!

  • @imphantom1436
    @imphantom1436 Před 4 lety +1

    I am very new to mountain biking, and thanks to you I learned how to drop properly. Thanks and keep up the great work!

  • @jayc9772
    @jayc9772 Před 4 lety

    Dude man you are a great teacher and rider man. Just can't stop watching your videos. Your freaking awesome

  • @onawave
    @onawave Před 6 lety

    dude. have just gotten into mtn biking. this is one of the best channels on the interwebz. big thanks for the content.

  • @rafaelparedes1937
    @rafaelparedes1937 Před 5 lety

    One of your best videos! Keep them coming and don't be afraid of revisiting old subjects. Some times hearing it in a different way things click.

  • @garethluke9146
    @garethluke9146 Před 7 lety

    Another great video with easy to understand pointers that are tied directly to the scene you're watching.
    I am pointing my buddies to your sight.
    Keep it up Phil.

  • @dusty7933
    @dusty7933 Před 5 lety

    Very helpful Phil. your videos helped me progress where I normally struggled . Its working progress . You and Seth are brilliant at explaining. All the way from Cape Town. Keep it up!!!!

  • @MrBoracus
    @MrBoracus Před 8 lety +1

    Love your videos man! Banana for scale is sheer genius!

  • @exploroso
    @exploroso Před rokem

    The best demonstration of drop.

  • @MrWalkerds
    @MrWalkerds Před 7 lety +2

    I like that little bit from the vortex pit at santos in the beginning!

  • @nlvyidooo
    @nlvyidooo Před 5 lety

    wow one of the best explanations I have watched!

  • @xophere
    @xophere Před 7 lety

    Hey Phil, Really appreciate your work. Great information and very down to earth. Thanks

  • @workhorsemtb7075
    @workhorsemtb7075 Před 5 lety

    Thanks Phil! Great video as always

  • @sloflo1
    @sloflo1 Před 7 lety

    watching this videos at home while i recover from AC separation as a result of not knowing how to land jumps. wish i would have practiced per your videos. but will use now! great videos. will tell my friends about your channel

  • @Alex-zi2qk
    @Alex-zi2qk Před 5 lety +3

    Great explanation Phil, keep up the good work

  • @drutube101
    @drutube101 Před 6 lety

    Great tips. I especially like the "wrong-way" demonstrations along with the "right-way". Some just describe the wrong-way, but you're showing it as well - making the wrongness much more intuitive!

  • @woodsmccloud
    @woodsmccloud Před 6 lety

    I've lost count of the amount of drop tutorials i've browsed and nobody has once mentioned the rebound setting. I know it's probably a no brainer to more experienced riders but this one piece of advice helped me finally conquer drops! Cheers Phil!

  • @josereneducharme142
    @josereneducharme142 Před 5 lety

    Instruction, demonstration, musication, everything is perfect.

  • @uncreativename9936
    @uncreativename9936 Před 7 lety

    Awesome vids, I can't like them enough! If I ever get half as good as you my life will be complete.

  • @morebing
    @morebing Před 8 lety

    Best tutorials on the web! Thanks Phil!

  • @RichardOsborneSydney
    @RichardOsborneSydney Před 7 lety

    Hey Phil, I'm old school and only recently took up MTBiking. Your videos are very helpful. Thanks.

  • @tobytrimble5243
    @tobytrimble5243 Před 8 lety

    Excellent Phil, really sensible and useful guide. I've seen quite a few videos on how to manage drops but I think you're one is the one which has made me the most confident for trying the skill out.

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  Před 8 lety +1

      They key is to keep your front wheel light. Good luck Toby!

  • @frankdale3908
    @frankdale3908 Před 6 lety

    fantastic landscape in the video.

  • @clasherpizza
    @clasherpizza Před 7 lety

    really nice and easy to understand. great job! very helpful!

  • @toonsesthecat3950
    @toonsesthecat3950 Před 7 lety

    I thank you good sir.... now I am sharing your video instead of trying to explain.... thanks again.
    Best I've seen.
    Solid explanation.👍👍

  • @MarcoCaron
    @MarcoCaron Před 7 lety

    MAN, your stache, it's the best stache. Also, love your videos!

  • @spc4brownie
    @spc4brownie Před 7 lety

    Phil my man your tutorial videos have helped me out so much. I'm 30 years old and am getting back into riding bikes because of my kids.

  • @willmenday9062
    @willmenday9062 Před 7 lety

    Your videos are great! You deserve way more subs!

  • @SorinVBogdan
    @SorinVBogdan Před 7 lety

    This is the best mtb channel on youtube.

  • @eganbrockhoff4796
    @eganbrockhoff4796 Před 7 lety

    Thank you! This was really helpful.

  • @GTS5691
    @GTS5691 Před 8 lety

    Clear, informative and to the point. Another good reference video.

  • @Ustica12
    @Ustica12 Před 7 lety

    Great video Phil me and my children are becoming great fans of yours!

  • @1stFlyingeagle
    @1stFlyingeagle Před 5 lety +1

    Something I found great keeping track of videos I am learning from.
    1 open a new doc up label it. Biking. Or whatever you choose.
    2 load the youtube vid and copy the title. Now past that in the doc. Hit return. Now go back to youtube and copy the address for youtube that vid is playing on.
    3 now paste that into the doc. Bingo you now have a simple way to find exactly what vid you want to watch for learning purposes.
    The Program I use instead of a Word doc is OmniFocus. I like the options way better for keeping the information in the order I want.

  • @cyrillebeaudry4485
    @cyrillebeaudry4485 Před 5 měsíci

    Every spring i lost the reflex to lock my arms when it drop! Epic🤣

  • @nicolasrodriguezc5807
    @nicolasrodriguezc5807 Před 4 lety

    Im 25 and starting out and practicing mtb, this channel and seths bikes hacks have been like my bible, but i really like Phil, he explains things in a way i can visualize, still mtb is scary lol and drops freak me out, but im gonna go and practice with this video and see how i will progress! thanks Phil!!

  • @brendanwilkinson3491
    @brendanwilkinson3491 Před 3 lety

    Thanks, Phil - really useful for newbie like me!!! You may have saved me a trip to the hospital haha

  • @11ish61
    @11ish61 Před 3 lety

    this was condensed and helpful

  • @beerenmusli8220
    @beerenmusli8220 Před 3 lety

    Awesome Video!!!!Awesome Creation!!!!

  • @sheepdog1102
    @sheepdog1102 Před 5 lety

    Great instructions Phil!

  • @michaelhoult9
    @michaelhoult9 Před 7 lety

    great session!

  • @AlexandreHimself
    @AlexandreHimself Před 8 lety

    New video, New music, New mic setting , New channel image, everything is new and beautiful !!!!!

  • @tonydimaio1647
    @tonydimaio1647 Před 7 lety

    Thank you!!! This helped me!!!

  • @trailrunnah8886
    @trailrunnah8886 Před 8 lety

    Great video! I've been working on learning this skill. There's not too many of them where I ride, however I want to get into more aggressive riding at bike parks and am determined to learn this! I've done a few, and mentally know the technique, but I find it's now a psychological thing of letting go of the fear and just doing it. I also just watched your Walmart bike video (awesome, you're crazy, btw!), and am now a subscriber :)

  • @walterlafleur8961
    @walterlafleur8961 Před 4 lety

    I like that tip about not having too fast of rebound. When I first started out, I hit a few drops with way too fast of rebound and I bounced off the landing like I was on a pogo stick.

  • @frank2you1
    @frank2you1 Před 8 lety

    Nicely done video!

  • @josereneducharme142
    @josereneducharme142 Před 7 lety

    Nice grounds and nice highlighting.

  • @AndrewYelton
    @AndrewYelton Před 7 lety

    thanks! i was always too afraid to do a drop but i think I'm going to give it a try now. ;)

  • @QuinnErno
    @QuinnErno Před 8 lety

    Just another great video love it thank you!

  • @bernie6355
    @bernie6355 Před 8 lety

    Awesome Phil. I am learning so much

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  Před 8 lety

      That's the goal, glad you're finding these videos helpful!

  • @TheRealWFHD
    @TheRealWFHD Před 8 lety +12

    Please do rock gardens and steep technical riding! ODB is killing me at highland.

  • @GAINER-LM
    @GAINER-LM Před 4 lety

    Very good man. A+

  • @ryankwhydoucare7810
    @ryankwhydoucare7810 Před 7 lety

    Hey Phil I have the same bike as but in blue but my front forks are bent after doing a 8 ft drop with lockout on silly me oh and you got me into mountain biking you are my savior

  • @tamasvarga67
    @tamasvarga67 Před 8 lety

    Another great video! Thanks

  • @matsgenberg5030
    @matsgenberg5030 Před 8 lety

    Great video Phil!

  • @meliss9536
    @meliss9536 Před 2 lety

    Thanks, Phil. I did the trails in Central Park at highland numerous time yesterday for the first time, and two of the 3 practice drops that look like the ones in this video. Next week I’m going to probably try the big one if I can consistently do the middle one enough instead way that’s I’m not just rolling off of it.

  • @g.muralikrishna2849
    @g.muralikrishna2849 Před 5 lety +2

    I love your videos sir

  • @robwasnj
    @robwasnj Před 8 lety

    Probably the best video I've seen on the subject, wish I'd had this 20 years ago, lol. Of course I learned the hard way by going over the bars a few times and not getting m weight back especially on drops that had a nice lip to kick the back tire up, once even rode a wheelie in the front tire for a good 15 yards on a drop gone wrong in the parking lot where we had a wall built of railroad ties and there was just enough of a lip to kick the rear up. One thing I will say that I think I mentioned before is most every tutorial shows bike setup with the seat way lowered which is great for bmx style riding jumps, etc but when you're doing 30 mile xc rides usually you have to have your seat up in the pedaling position and often unless you know the trail these drops come up quickly where you have to decide can I make it or not with my seat all the way up. With the seat up position anything higher than 3' can be really hard on the body, I had my lower back hurting once from a small jump where i landed with both tires at the same time and bottomed my suspension hard. Just curious, on long rides in varied terrain do you generally keep your seat that low? I know some guys do but usually in time it wears them out or they have sore knees from the compromised pedaling position. Again, thanks for a great video Phil, I always enjoy them, maybe will even bump into you at Santos this winter.

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  Před 8 lety +2

      Dropper posts! More XC riders and even CX racers are starting to use them. They are great for riding because they allow you to pedal efficiently, and then at the tap of a button change into extreme mode. I was a long time dropper post hold out, and now I'm a huge advocate for them. They completely change the way you ride.

  • @leodelagarza922
    @leodelagarza922 Před 5 lety

    Thanks buddy!!

  • @JasonV8S550
    @JasonV8S550 Před 8 lety +1

    Great video, you explain the techniques very well. Subbed.

  • @jetups
    @jetups Před 7 lety +1

    Very nice tutorial👍👍

  • @rafey77
    @rafey77 Před 8 lety

    more videos please ,,, grate video

  • @pabloboda9
    @pabloboda9 Před 4 lety +1

    How to do drops without ending up in the hospital! love it! lol

  • @themonkeywithasuite8350

    Awesome video phill cheers from tassie

  • @nerdexproject
    @nerdexproject Před 8 lety

    Awesome skills and fantastic video with great editing!

  • @maxstevens9682
    @maxstevens9682 Před 7 lety

    i can relate to the start of this

  • @AC-sp8rg
    @AC-sp8rg Před 8 lety

    Nice videos. Greetings from the Philippines. :)

  • @pepsimies3022
    @pepsimies3022 Před 5 lety +4

    I'm lucky to have a perfect drop training spot close to me, between 2 trees to a slope without any gaps

  • @rgmtb
    @rgmtb Před 8 lety +2

    Yep, glad I'm working on my manual and bunny hop this Summer! Seems like most things require some level of skill in these areas. Thanks Phil for another great video :-)

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  Před 8 lety +1

      I actually put the manual part in with you in mind. Don't feel like you need to hold a manual to drop. The body position used to lift the front wheel is the manual element that is important.

    • @rgmtb
      @rgmtb Před 8 lety

      Thanks! :-)

  • @LajuBae
    @LajuBae Před 5 lety

    Thanks om .

  • @saschakim1
    @saschakim1 Před 8 lety

    Nice video Phil very helpful

  • @danielkock6801
    @danielkock6801 Před 7 lety

    Nice tutorial!😀

  • @anujkerketta2947
    @anujkerketta2947 Před 4 lety +1

    Nice 🤩

  • @steveb8269
    @steveb8269 Před 7 lety +2

    Just found your channel, great videos pal 👍

  • @dandicristina1389
    @dandicristina1389 Před 8 lety

    awesome

  • @davidr8617
    @davidr8617 Před 8 lety

    Rigid - can't help myself
    Great video thanks.

  • @janmodri202
    @janmodri202 Před 6 lety

    I like it :)

  • @YogiliciousP
    @YogiliciousP Před 3 lety

    I love your “banana scale” Phil! I look forward the progressive build of my bananas!!

  • @medullaoblongata8730
    @medullaoblongata8730 Před 8 lety +1

    Nice! I was actually hitting those drops yesterday (@ Santos) Love your channel.

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  Před 8 lety

      What a coincidence. Such a great place, and thank you!

  • @ttwsyf
    @ttwsyf Před 7 lety

    thanks for making the nice instructional videos, they are really helpful. can you make a few more sometime on drops on real trails, skinny board & log riding, jumps, riding rock gardens (uphill and downhill), and bunny hops on trail terrain, like logs, etc. thnx.!

  • @maximal5791
    @maximal5791 Před 8 lety

    Super!
    Thanks much for Subtitles.

  • @braullotolentino27
    @braullotolentino27 Před 7 lety

    So detailed (y)

  • @Pedalante
    @Pedalante Před 7 lety +1

    Nice! You`ve already improved my bunny-hop, let`s see if this one save some helmets of this poor XC rider... kkk
    High seats are always challenging...

  • @jasonschmidt777
    @jasonschmidt777 Před 4 lety +1

    Santos Vortex 🤘🏽my back yard

  • @paulchavannes
    @paulchavannes Před 8 lety

    HA the banana scale love it!!

  • @Overlord0303
    @Overlord0303 Před 8 lety

    Not needing to hold a manual - what a relief! (still working on that)