I live by the infamous quote, "A man's got to know his limitations". If there is an obstacle I am not sure of, especially if its wet, I get off my bike and walk. Problem solved.

Thanks for this vid.. as a 59 year old who is returning to MTB after two decades away from the sport.. it is a good reminder that athleticism is a very real component in enjoying and enduring in this sport.. I’m now more motivated to regain my athleticism in order to get the best out of my riding.. thanks for the reminder..

One of the best videos about MTB mindset I've ever seen. Glad I found you. I'm 61, a lifelong athlete and always looking to get my skills to match my lust for life. The techniques you share here are gold. And the courage mindset, I couldn't agree more. I ride faster than a lot of younger guys in my group because I'm just mentally stronger, so important and few talk about it. Bravo!

I bought a department store 29-inch hardtail in May. At 55 years old, my last mountain bike purchase was in 1988. I'm loving it. It didn't take too long to get my legs and lungs back, took a while to get the balance. I went over the handlebars at least 7 times but it's been fun. I use it as an all-around rider, but I do quite a bit of trail riding as well. The first thing I noticed when I  started riding again was a smile on my face.

I only had one injury (Wrecked shoulder that took a long time to heal) in over 35 years of riding and I still ride bike parks. And that was because a rock in this steep chute I was riding down slid out from underneath me.

Courage definitely required to overcome procrastination. Confidence definitely required to overcome failing to commit. Athleticism definitely required for both. Started in the woods in 1961 believe it or not and now still there, including the Parks, in my 70th year. I’ve had my injuries, but since I got coaching and learned the above, they only happen when I’ve been plain stupid, like doing one more uplift when I’m smoked, thinking of something other than the ‘now’ on a ‘steep’ etc. Great content, thanks 🎉

I started mountain biking at 60, after last riding a bike at 16. It's been a steep, painful learning curve but gives me so much joy and excitement. I wish I'd started decades ago. 😊

25:53  I needed this video. God knows I needed it. Thank you.

Ha. I crashed 3 times my first time on a pump track trying to figure out berms. not bad ones, and I was prepared to bail, so I didn't end with any major injuries to anything but my pride. lol I agree. Thinking you wont crash is the number one reason you get injured when you crash. Being prepared and knowing HOW to bail properly is much better.

My girlfriend wants to only slowly ride easy trails and enjoy nature, so it is pretty hard for me to convince her that for her own safety, she should ride with me on a bit more challenging trails with some downhill sections and practice right techniques.
Recently, we found out why I was right. Riding an easy multipurpose trail she went ahead of me and fell when she hit a large ditch that was hard to notice from afar. When I saw the ditch, I stood up and rode over it without losing control.

Skiing and snowboarding every season definetly saved me when i picked up MTBing in my 40s.

Bruh you should release these vids just after the Friday fails 🤘🤣

You are point-on older riders being less athletic; I am 55 and work out 4-5 times per week; My biggest goal is maintaining my agility and this has enabled me to have much better technique, by practicing what you teach. Have been able to progress with quality jumps, and increase descending with better cornering methods, and this makes riding way more fun and less wrecking 😮

I’ll never stop conquering, 39 goin to 40 and have some big goals. Have significantly improved since my major crash a few years ago. Technique and courage have skyrocketed. Athleticism has improved but it’s not good enough and I will work on it!! Thx for the vid.

Best advice I’ve come across on the subject, deeply appreciated ❤

What would be cool is some workout sessions in a gym working on those specific muscle groups with specific exercises.

I like your "courage" concept. Its like the more refined and safe mindset version of the just send it mentality. Instead of being reckless you phrase it in terms of progression, not interms of big milestones. Very nice.

Subscribed and shared to my riding buddy. This is exactly the video and channel he needs to watch. I love the scientific explanation, and im sure he'll benefit from watching. You said perfectly what ive been struggling to explain, not just in this video, but in your ones about jumping aswell.

What a great video!  You hit that right on the head.  I can’t people attempt crazy stuff and can’t do the things you mentioned.  I am by no means a great rider but learned the things you mentioned have helped a ton.  I am always learning but know my limits.

You tell it, for what it is!  (No beating around the bush).