Learn a powerful MTB intuition hack (when to listen and when to wait), why speaking out loud while riding sharpens your trail-brain, and why we’re sending massive gratitude to Brian at BKXC for shaping modern mountain biking stoke. 

In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, we break down intuition vs ego (statements vs questions), patience on big features, stacking wins after crashes, desert riding tips, wind awareness, and how presence on the bike changes everything. We also cover suspension errors, traction timing, bouncing technique, front-wheel weighting in loose terrain, route-building artistry, listener corrections, and classic MTB debates like bunny hop vs J-hop. Fun, honest, and packed with mountain biking skills, mindset, progression, confidence, and trail wisdom—listen or watch now on YouTube and podcast platforms.

We wanna know! What tricks do you use to keep your ego in check? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at [email protected]. 

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Sage: BKXC - Brian of BKXC has decided to stop making POV MTB videos on YouTube, and Sage and Dan want to share huge gratitude for everything Brian created. His content was relatable, fun, and made us feel like we were right there on the ride discovering new trails with him. Brian also inspired countless creators—including Sage—by taking a leap, quitting his job, and fully following his MTB passion. Thank you, Brian, for taking the risk, chasing your dream, and adding so much stoke to mountain biking.

Dan: Slanted Ground - Dan is grateful for the YouTube videos from Josh at Slanted Ground. Every video is relatable, uniquely explained, and always offers something Dan can apply directly to his riding. Josh has a way of breaking things down that just clicks. Plus, his company Slanted Ground makes awesome gear—go support them and rep the stoke.

MTB Tip of the Week:

Sage’s favorite winter MTB jacket is old, and when the zipper stopped working, it was a major bummer—until a little T9 chain lube saved the day. A small drop on the zipper and it worked like new. If you’ve got a sticky zipper, try adding a little grease before giving up on it.

Featured Riders:

Chris Huffmire - https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnke

Additional Links:

Ride Reactive Gear: https://www.ridereactive.com/

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/_yEpA8-bGCw 

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage.  Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking!  Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life!  Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe.  Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or [email protected].

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