Sometimes we need to ride our mountain bikes backwards to set up for a better line on the trail!  This week, Sage & Dan discuss how taking a step back, on the bike and in life, often helps move you forward. They share MTB mindset hacks for handling overthinking, finding flow, and staying stoked even when trails (or life) aren’t perfect.

The guys discuss their recent test of the new Specialized Levo 4 e-bike, talk about trail “flowification,” and debate whether making trails easier is hurting progression. Good laughs, good vibes, and MTB life lessons all packed into one episode!

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Dan: Emigos Bike Shop! - Dan is grateful to Emigos Bike Shop for setting up an e-bike demo day!  Emigos is an awesome shop with great staff, service and bikes!  Dan and Jeff W. were very impressed with their test ride on the awesome Specialized Levo 4 which is available to demo, rent or purchase at Emigos!  Check them out!   https://www.emigosbikeshop.com/

Sage: Mt. Penn Trails! - With all the rain in the northeast lately, Sage is so grateful that he can ride Mt. Penn in the wet!  Since Mt. Penn has so many raw and rocky trails, mountain bikers are able to ride there even when other trail systems are too wet.  Gratitude to the trails for draining well and to all the volunteers who maintain and create these trails!  

MTB Tip of the Week:

When the trails are wet or slick, drop your mountain bike's tire pressure by 1-3 psi.  Lower PSI will add grip on slick surfaces which will increase your confidence and fun!   

Featured Riders:

Josh at Slanted Ground - https://www.instagram.com/slantedground

Johnny Pedals - https://www.instagram.com/johnnypedals   

Donny Rosko  - https://www.instagram.com/donnyrosko

Keeton - https://www.instagram.com/rideandshred

Ryan - https://www.instagram.com/wrolb

Additional Links:

Gratitude Journal: https://amzn.to/3HPQezg (Affiliate Link)

Emigos Bike Shop https://www.instagram.com/emigosbike

Blue Mountain Bike Park https://www.instagram.com/bikepark_blue_mountain

NEMBA (Vietnam Trails) - https://www.instagram.com/nemba.vietnam

Turbo Levo 4 - https://www.specialized.com/us/en/turbo-levo-4-expert/p/4218704

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

Berks Trail works - https://www.instagram.com/berkstrailworks

BAMBA - https://www.instagram.com/berksareamba

Hawes Trail Alliance - https://www.instagram.com/hawestrailalliance

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

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 rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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