May 28, 2025

No Dabs and Steep Slabs! How to Stay Perfectly Centered On Your Bike at All Times! [RNL S2, Ep 3]

1 hour 2 minutes

Letting go of expectations leads to more flow and progression on our mountain bikes! Whether it's climbing incredibly difficult technical trails without 'dabbing' (foot down) or confidently riding steep rock slabs, being centered on the bike and in our minds is the key to ultimate confidence, flow and fun on all rides!

This week Dan and Sage discuss seeing the infamous "White Line" trail in Sedona, AZ. How riding with no expectations leads Jeff Winsor to an amazing 'no dab' climb up the notoriously difficult National Trail in Phoenix, AZ. When is Too Slow actually harder on steep tech? The guys examine the importance of being perfectly centered on the bike, jumping hardtails vs. full suspension, and the right budget for upgrading an older mountain bike. As always, there's a healthy dose of gratitude, appreciation and mindset tips for riding your best ride and living your best life! Thanks for listening!

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Dan: Dan's gratitude this week is his friendship with Sage - Dan expresses his gratitude to Sage for pointing out Dan's overthinking and anxiety. Reminding Dan to go with the flow. Release anxiety, release expectations, step into presence. Dan is so grateful for Sage's ability to bring Dan back to presence. On and off the bike!

Sage: Sage's gratitude of the week is his wonderful Father aka "Big Pizon" aka "Tom." - Sage describes a special moment with his family and all the support he receives from his Dad. Sage's Dad believes in Sage. Sage follows his passion and he is able to do so with the support of his amazing Father!

Featured Riders:

Lotte - https://www.instagram.com/lotte_black/

Sean - https://www.instagram.com/saguarosingletrack

Arturo - https://www.instagram.com/art_tours_mtb

Jeff Winsor - https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20

Aaron Homiak - https://www.instagram.com/aaron_homiak

Patrick - https://www.instagram.com/patrick__mulhern

Ryland - https://www.instagram.com/rylan570

Additional Links:

Wolf Tooth GeoShift Performance Angle Headset - https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com

Shockwiz - https://www.sram.com/en/quarq/series/shockwiz

Sedona MTB Park - https://www.instagram.com/sedonabikepark

Phoenixville Bike Park - https://www.instagram.com/phoenixvillebikepark

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/F1r8u5HRIuo

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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