What's Going On With Red Bull Rampage? And How Do We Deal With Pressure On The MTB [RNL S1, Ep37]

Mountain Biking Red Bull Rampage is the pinnacle of big mountain riding. What lessons can we learn from Rampage to lock in, focus and ride with full intention? 

This week, the guys discuss how awesome it was to watch women compete in Red Bull Rampage this year as well as some of the awesome runs by the male riders.  We break down a mountain bike intuition marker called, "The Rule of Three" and why this works so well.  Gratitude to mountain biking for all the challenges and lessons we learn.  Flow on the bike, flow in life!

MTB Gratitude of the Week

Sage: Local Shredder - 9 Year Old Lucas!  After weeks of trying to complete the intermediate jump at Phoenixville Bike Park, 9 year old Lucas not only has completed the intermediate jumps, but this week he completed the full expert line of jumps!  Sage has been encouraging Lucas at PHXBP for the past few weeks & seeing him unlock jumping and is awesome!  His little sister, Mia, 7 years old is also shredding and having fun on mountain bikes!  Mountain bikers are awesome!   

Dan: Ride & Laugh Podcast!  Gratitude for all of our listeners, listener feedback, high vibes and life lessons!  The podcast has been so fun to record, work on and listen to.  Sage and I have enjoyed everything about the Ride & Laugh Podcast and appreciate all our personal growth since we started!  The podcast raises vibes while adding stoke, progression and inspiration to listeners and to us!  Thank you to everyone who watches and/or listeners. You are unlimited!! 

MTB Tip of the Week

When riding a new feature, make it easier for your brain by setting up visual cues.  Mark a rock on the ground or pick a tree in the distance as your target.  This will help you know the 'line' and add confidence for the full commitment you need!

Additional Links:

Dennis: https://www.youtube.com/@DennyJannettyMTB 

Red Bull Bike – Redbull Rampage 2024
Mens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9-L3njfe4g
Womens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAMg-XEygfA

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/B55tk5EaMyw

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