Do you practice MTB skills when you’re not on the trail?

No matter how long you’ve been riding, or how good you are at mountain biking, there’s always room to improve your skills. This is true for every rider, including professionals who dedicate countless hours to leveling up.

Even if you’re not trying to win races, having the right skills on the trail can make riding safer and more enjoyable. Though we generally know that dedicated skills work is good for us, many of us (myself included!) don’t spend much, if any, time on it.

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Do you practice MTB skills when you're not on the trail? *

• Yes, I practice at home
• Yes, I practice at a dedicated bike skills area
• Yes, I practice in a field, parking lot, or somewhere else
• I practice MTB skills, but only on the trail
• I never practice MTB skills

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