Hot Mountain Biking How-Tos
How To: Go downhill on a mountain bike
Pua Sawicki shares her mountain biking tips for a technical descent.
How To: Turn corners on an off-road mountain bike
Athletes give top tips on how to ride tight turns nice and safely. Turn corners on an off-road mountain bike.
How To: Hop stairs on a unicycle
52 year old Terry "UniGeezer" Peterson gives some tips for unicyclists wanting to learn how to do stair hops, both static & rolling, plus "pecking" up steep hills.
How To: Modify a unicycle seat
Tips on modifying your fusion freeride saddle to keep the "channel" open.
How To: Drop in on a unicycle
52 year-old UniGeezer demonstrates four different types of drops with a Mountain Unicycle.
How To: Repair a punctured tire on a bike
This video will show you how to fix a tire puncture on your bicycle.
How To: Fix bike brakes quickly
This step by step guide will show you how to test, service, and if necessary replace the brakes on your bicycle.
How To: Set up your mountain bike
This tech tip shows you how to set up your mountain bike to achieve optimal performance on the trail. This is a very instructive close up video.
How To: Adjust your front derailleur
This tech tip shows you how to adjust the high-low settings on your front derailleur.
How To: Replace the seat post
This tech tip shows how to replace the seat and seat post on your bike.
How To: Do advanced rear derailleur adjustment for your bike
This tech tip demonstrates advanced rear derailleur adjustments in order to achieve proper shifting.
How To: Lube a bicycle chain
This video tech tip shows you how to properly lube your bicycle chain and spring.
How To: Install a new bicycle chain
This video tech tip shows you how to measure and install a new bicycle chain.
How To: Repair a broken mountain bike chain
This video tech tip shows you how to repair a broken mountain bike chain while on the trail.
How To: Adjust a rear derailleur when mountain biking
This video tech tip shows you how to adjust the rear derailleur in order to achieve proper shifting for your bike.
How To: Pop a wheelie on a mountain bike
Let's start with the bike: The most important thing on your bike, is your brake system, you will need the brake lever on your handle bars. When performing a wheelie, this will help you control speed and prevent you from falling on your butt. Your rear brake has to function properly or you will face the risk of falling.
How To: Replace a bicycle inner tube
How to change a bike inner tube using a tire lever. Necessary to replace punctured tubes.
How To: Maintain a bicycle chain
You asked for it, you've got it... Bike maintenance videos. This week we discuss and show chain cleaning and lubrication. Please thank Doug Moak and our sponsor, River City Bicycles, for making it possible.
How To: Wash and lube your bike
An eight-minute video podcast on how to wash your bicycle and lube it properly. From www.quickrelease.tv.
How To: Repair a puncture in a bike tire
Learn how to fix a flat bicycle tire in this video.
How To: Clean your disc brakes on your bike
Useful biking video that shows how to clean your disc brakes. Best thing to use is rubbing alcohol.
How To: Downhill mountain bike on steep terrain
In this series of extreme sports videos, our expert mountain biker will explain and demonstrate braking techniques for downhill mountain biking. He will show you the proper body position and braking techniques for slowing down or stopping when you need to.
How To: Setup a DH mountain bike for racing
In this downhill racing video series, learn how to prepare for downhill cycling from DH expert Mickey Denoncourt. Mickey will show you how to adjust mountain bikes for downhill racing, how to position handlebars, how to adjust seat height and angle for DH racing, how to adjust the front and rear suspension spring rate for downhill racing, how to adjust the front and rear damper settings on a DH bike, and how to choose protective safety gear for downhill racing.
How To: Do downhill mountain biking
In this series of extreme sports videos, our expert mountain biker will explain and demonstrate cornering techniques for downhill mountain biking. He will show you the proper body position and braking techniques for cruising down that hillside without having to interrupt your ride. Mickey Denoncourt shows you how to hit various types of corners, from flat and bermed corners to camber corners.
How To: Measure a bicycle frame
Sometimes the frame size on a bike isn't listed for whatever reason. Learn how you can accurately measure the frame size of a bike. It's easy so long as you can recognize the seat tube and the crank.
How To: Adjust a threadless headset on a bicycle
If you hear clicking noises or rattles in your headset when you brake, hit bumps, or steer, you may need to tighten your bike's headset. It only takes a minute or two, and will get rid of the annoying clicks.
How To: Replace bicycle brake pads
Worn brake pads can be dangerous, and lead to accidents. It only takes a few minutes to replace a set of brake pads on a bike, and it is very easy to do.
How To: Wrap bicycle handlebar tape
Retaping the handlebars on your bike is easy, cheap, and can have a dramatic effect on the look of your bike. I show you how to do it.
How To: Pump and flow in mountain biking
Mountain bike tips, how-to's and techniques from Shaums March (MMR Camps). Pull up and push down on rollers and holes to keep momentum going in the mountains.
How To: Pack and ship a mountain bike
In this video, Michael Novelli explains what materials you need and the procedures you should follow to pack a mountain bike and ship it without damaging it.
How To: Maintain your mountain bike properly
You can learn how to maintain your mountain bike for peak performance and you need the following: a bike-mounted tool bag, tire lever set, two replacement inner tubes, puncture repair kit, spare chain links, a chain splitter, a folding allen wrench and screwdriver set, and a spoke adjuster. You should also look and listen for signs of snagging and misalignment. Maintain your mountain bike properly.
How To: Repair bicycles
In this bicycle repair how-to video series, learn how to repair your bicycle from expert David Lyell. David will show you how to repair front cantilever brakes, how to adjust bike U-brakes how to fix a loose headset on a bicycle, how to adjust the derailleurs on your bike.
How To: Dial in your ride
The team from BikeSkills show you the set up and technique you need to get the most out of your trail time. One of the important things is setting up your bars to allow for single finger braking. Dial in your ride.
How To: Ride on roots, rocks, and water crossings
This brief instructional video will help you learn how to deal with tricky and slippery roots, rocks, and water crossings. Always wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear any time you ride a bike and especially when you are learning a new skill. Ride on roots, rocks, and water crossings.
How To: Master steep terrain riding
This brief instructional video will help you master steep terrain. Always wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear any time you ride a bike and especially when you are learning a new skill. Master steep terrain riding.
How To: Jump a tabletop
Chris Duncan demonstrates how to jump tabletops and you first need to put on protection. You should keep your legs bent, elbows up and out, and arms straight. Jump a tabletop.
How To: Ride a rock garden
This brief instructional video from will help you master rocky terrain. Always wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear any time you ride a bike and especially when you are learning a new skill.
How To: Maintain your mountain bike
In this video series, let Mickey Denoncourt show you how to do some simple bicycle repair jobs. He illustrates how to change, handlebars, tires, pedals, and seats. Mickey also gives you tips on how to pick mountain biking shoes. With his advice, you can make a bike that uniquely fits for you. So, what are you waiting for? Start learning about mountain bikes today!
How To: Fix mechanical parts of a mountain bike
Sometimes things just go wrong with bikes. It is a mechanical device with moving parts after all so maintenance is needed regularly and in this video clip series some of the most common failings of mountain bikes is addressed. This includes the chain, the shifter and the derailleur. All of these things and more are addressed by, Mickey Denoncourt, our expert who has been working on bikes for years. Here he will walk you step by step through each adjustment and repair so you aren't just a ride...
How To: Do mountain bike suspensions system maintenance
Learn about mountain bike suspension systems and how to maintain your bike. Mickey Denoncourt takes you through all the parts and repair.