A single speed will make you a stronger rider and improve your MTB skills [TrailTalk Series]

Who I am as a rider today has a lot to do with the many years I spent on the singlespeed. It will improve your mountain bike skills and make you are stronger rider both physically and mentally. These days more and more people are moving to e-bikes, but I would like to suggest trying the opposite. Having only one gear allows you to focus on the task at hand and forces you to get your head up to plan your next move. And because it is inherently harder, it will get you up off the saddle and into good body position. Single speeding will teach you how to control and work the bike underneath you. And because you will most likely be on a hardtail, you will learn how to use your arms and legs as suspension to maximize traction. Pushing a harder gear will also build up your strength and make you tougher mentally. Finally, if you are pressed for time, I can’t think of a more efficient workout. If you feel I missed anything, or you have a question you would like me to answer for the next TrailTalk, let me know in the comments below. #SingleSpeed #MTB #MTBTips #MTBAdvice #MountainBiking ADDITIONAL INFO: Check out Slanted Ground. Josh is doing amazing stuff in the MTB community and has some awesome merch. So go and show your support here: https://slanted-ground.com/ Featured Bike: Carver Ti 420 https://carverbikes.com/frames/titanium-420/ Footage notes: Most shots were taken at Mt Penn in Reading PA, Brandywine Creek State Park in Delaware, and Smedley Park in Springfield PA. If you have any feedback or questions leave them in the comments below. And if you liked the video and you want to see more content like this, feel free to check out my other videos on Trail Sage. Thanks Help support the channel at: https://www.patreon.com/TrailSage Trail Sage Apparel and Gear https://trail-sage.com/apparel-gear/ Table of Contents: 0:00 Intro 0:59 How I got into single speeding 2:57 What are the advantages? 6:35 Why did you go back to gears? 8:12 Final thoughts and wrap up 9:34 Bloopers