Sage proves that a good rider can make any mountain bike look good as he sends big jumps on his 'old geo' single speed. Dan is stoked to see how Enduro racers prepare for a race on a double black tech trail at Hawes Trail System in Arizona!

The guys discuss their experiences riding with pro-level and super high level riders. Try applying the "J-Hop" technique to your next jump session and unlock more confidence and height in the air! Realize that everything happens for you and all those frustrating falls turn into beneficial lessons. Sharing our trails and lines with friends feels great! Mountain bikers are the best!

MTB Gratitude of the Week

Dan: Dan has so much gratitude for riding with both of his daughters this week. We visited Desert Trails Bike Park in Arizona. It was a great day with family on bikes! Desert Trails Bike Park: https://www.trailforks.com/region/desert-trails-park/

Sage: TrailSage Patreon members! Sage finished a fantastic ride with his TrailSage Patreon Member, Steve Vrabel and he has so much gratitude for his Patreon Members. Each TrailSage Patreon member supports Sage's MTB YouTube channel. Sage delights in meeting his supporters and appreciates everyone's efforts to keep his MTB dreams alive! Thank you TrailSage Patrons!! https://www.patreon.com/c/TrailSage

MTB Tip of the Week

When approaching a steep lip jump utilize the j-hop technique. Compressing into the ramp and releasing through the lip will provide the perfect arch and take your jumping to the next level.

Featured Riders:

Steve Vrabel: https://www.instagram.com/srvrabel/ JeffJackson MTB - https://www.instagram.com/jeffjacksonmtb/ Sean (17 year old): https://www.instagram.com/saguarosingletrack/ AJ: https://www.instagram.com/aj_steeber/ Steven: https://www.instagram.com/oldmanbagby/ Vaughn: https://www.instagram.com/spencespins85/ Jeff W. https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20/

Additional Links:

Hawes Trail Alliance: https://www.instagram.com/hawestrailalliance/ Mt Penn: https://www.trailforks.com/region/mount-penn-preserve Phoenixville Bike Park: https://www.phoenixville.org/2861/Phoenixville-Bike-Park

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/kc8asC0ZMSw

The Ride and Laugh 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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Embrace the cold, enjoy the frozen trails and ride your mountain bike all winter long! Discuss the top 18 Tips to keep you warm, comfortable and totally stoked on winter MTB rides!

In many parts of the hemisphere, we're preparing for winter. Ride over? No way! Join the guys as they discuss all the tips and tricks they've learned for riding mountain bikes in all sorts of cold weather. What are the joys of winter riding, and would you be better off with an indoor trainer? Join the discussion on this episode as we discuss all the tips, joys, ups and downs of riding MTB in the cold weather!

MTB Gratitude of the Week

Sage: Carver Carbo’Beast Fat Bike! Sage's fat bike has traction for days. This fat bike is perfect for snowy or muddy trails. But it's also super fun on dirt! Sage has so much gratitude for this unique and fun bike. Thank you Carver and Thank you Fat Bikes! https://carverbikes.com/frames/carbobeast/

Dan: Dan: Snowboard Helmet! As a bald guy, Dan quickly learned that a well ventilated MTB helmet only caused his head to freeze. Dan appreciates his snowboard helmet for keeping his head safe but also warm! Highly recommended for us bald dudes! Inexpensive Snowboard Helmet: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CFZXBTKQ

MTB Tip of the Week

When the weather is well below freezing on your MTB ride, use a "Runner's Soft Flask." You can fit the soft flask in a waist pack that you keep next to your body. This keeps the water from freezing! Brilliant! Salomon Soft Flask 500ml/17oz - https://www.salomon.com/en-us/shop/product/sflask-500-17-std-42.html

Winter Riding Tips:

1. Cold weather riding Cheat Sheet! Keep notes of what you wear at what temperature.
2. Start/park at the bottom of a climb.
3. Lightweight windbreaker
4. Wool socks
5. Fall/winter Shoes a little big (or thin socks) to let the heat circulate.
6. Bring extra gloves & cap to change into
7. Get ready in the car. Put your shoes & gloves under the heat in the car on the ride to the trail.
8. Don't use cotton - get a technical base layer.
9. Shorts! Legs don't get cold!
10. Wear sunglasses
11. Insulated water bottle
12. Insulated hose for hydration pack
13. Keep the water moving in the tube
14. Put your jacket over your hydration pack to keep your water warmer
15. Frozen Trails are the FASTEST!
16. Bar Mitts
17. Indoor trainer
18. Gator/Balaclava

Additional Links:

BUFF Neck Gaiter - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BJ3N9MF CamelBak Insulated Tube - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MA6SWEA CamelBak Insulated Water Bottle - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WKMTRQC Fox Racing Ranger Wind Jacket - https://www.foxracing.com/product/ranger-wind-jacket/33766.html Woolie Boolie Socks: https://defeet.com/collections/woolie-boolie/products/woolie-boolie-4-d-logo-charcoal Hot Hands - Hand & Toe Warmers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZYW6HDK

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/wA_pdaWuM_0

The Ride and Laugh 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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That moment when you realize that you're not the mountain biker you thought you were... you're better! Mountain bike trails featuring jumps, drops, steeps, slabs, skinnies and more can be so intense it compels us to stay present. And in this present moment you are more than good enough. Move from 'survival mode' into confidence and flow. Flow on the bike, flow in life!

In honor of Halloween, the guys discuss what 'scares' them on the trails. Agonizing over a feature gives it more power. Learn to let it go and transmute that energy into positive momentum for your next ride and for your life! Dan & Sage also talk more about Red Bull Rampage, favorite mountain bikers, Dirt Jumpers and much more! As always, there's plenty of laughs and high vibes! Thanks for listening! We appreciate you!

MTB Gratitude of the Week

Sage: Gratitude Journal - Sage explains how the gratitude journal has changed his life. The simple act of finding gratitude and writing it down changed Sage's perspective for the better. Life is good and getting better! Thank you Gratitude Journal! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BJ34MZ1J

Dan: OptiPlus Anti Fog Pre-Moistened Cleaning Wipes - Dan is grateful to these wipes for adding an anti-fog element back to his favorite mtb sunglasses! Use these wipes to clean your glasses or goggles before or during a ride and enjoy all the anti-fog features! Easy fix for foggy glasses! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085VDQYS4

MTB Tip of the Week

Zip Ties! Zip ties are so inexpensive and light it's easy to carry a few on each ride. They come in handy in so many ways! Carry zip ties and see how they can save a ride!

Additional Links:

Redbull Rampage - https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/rampage Redbull Hardline - https://www.redbull.com/us-en/event-series/red-bull-hardline Megavalanche - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZfwwz-i1vg

Remy Metailler - https://www.instagram.com/remymetailler/ Goeff Gulevich - https://www.instagram.com/geoffgulevich/ Mathias Flückiger - https://www.instagram.com/mathflueck/ Dangerous Dave - https://www.youtube.com/@ddangerousddave Jeff Lenosky - https://www.youtube.com/@JeffLenoskyTrailBoss Wayne Devingo - https://www.instagram.com/waynedevingo/ Steve Mongold - https://www.instagram.com/stevemongold/ Rob Charbonnet - https://www.instagram.com/wissrider/

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/xPyV4gafo24

The Ride and Laugh 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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