Women-only Level 1 MTB classes at Valmont Bike Park

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Hi everyone!

In the past I’ve never offered public women-only classes.

Why?

1. I work with people, not genders.

2. Gender does not determine how you ride or learn. I’ve taught more than 5,000 people at all levels, ages and genders. Contrary to stereotypes, some men are too timid and some women are too careless. I teach people, not genders.

3. Other women’s classes I’ve seen seem like watered down rah-rah sessions rather than actual instruction. If you want to go have fun with your friends, do it! If you want to learn how to Ride and Live better, come to an LLB class.

4. Well more than half of my clients, especially in private and semi-private groups, are women. I never saw a need to exclude the other gender.

However, something special happens when a group of women joins in a spirit of shared shred, and there’s no doubt that a female coach can reach female riders in ways I can’t. I felt this the last time Amy Shenton co-coached a large group of women from a local club. Something magic was happening. And we want to make more magic.

So:

We are now offering women-only classes!

Learn More and Sign Up at EventBrite >>>

Amy is teaching classes April 18, April 25 and May 2. If there’s demand we’ll add more.

Take care,

Lee

Top 5 pump track mistakes

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Lee,
I am an intern with the City of Temecula’s Planning Department, and we are currently in the early phases of researching and planning to build a pump track. I have been tasked with compiling research and gathering information regarding important “do’s and don’ts” of designing pump tracks.

We’ll be ordering a copy of your Pump Track Nation book soon, but I was wondering if there are any specific things you would say a city should prioritize, avoid, or otherwise keep in mind throughout the design/build process?

Thank you,

James Thomas
Planning Department Intern
City of Temecula

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2-ride impression 2017 Specialized Bicycles Enduro Ohlins Coil 29/6Fattie

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How to get a pump track in your city

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Peggy, a 10th grader in Eastern Washington, wants to build a pump track in her city.

Let’s try to help her out.

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What happens when you add fork travel?

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Warning: For serious MTB nerds.

Lately I’ve been doing a lot of RideLogic™ bike setup consultations for members of the Lee Likes Bikes MTB School.

The school has a simple method and detailed calculators to help you dial in your bike for your body and riding style. One service I offer members is a $49 consultation. You tell me what you’re trying to achieve, and I do the calculations for you. This is a great way to dial in your current bike or choose your next bike — with total confidence. A lot of people spend thousands of dollars on bikes that don’t fit them. Not cool!

To run the RideLogic™ calculations I need accurate head angle and frame reach/stack numbers. When people install longer-than-stock forks, those numbers change, so I have to do some pre-calculation calculations.

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Row/Anti-Row: beyond light hands/heavy feet

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Hi everyone!

I hope you have a moment to read because, in our little MTB world, this feels like a major evolution.

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Introducing Spintertainment: training videos by and for MTBers

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I’ve been playing with these videos for a while now, and I’m stoked to announce the official launch of Spintertainment.

Spintertainment comes from pro MTB racer (and skills client) Eric Landis. Eric is a serious minded guy with a vision and a commitment to excellence — and it really shows. This is some beautiful work.

Perform a variety of workouts: power, XC, trail and authentic, which mimics the actual ride.

Get stronger while watching skilled riders shred world class trails.

If you’re familiar with Sufferfest: Spintertainment is similar, but the production quality is way higher and this is mountain biking — so it’s radder.

50% off until Feb. 14
7-day free trial!

WATCH THE SAMPLES AND SIGN UP >>>

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Expanding your quiver from 2 to 3 bikes

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Lee,

Here’s what I am thinking – would like your input as I am getting a new bike [Mikkel, a Specialized ambassador, has been riding a Stumpy 6Fattie for the past year].

Epic – for XC racing and long rides

Camber 29er – perfect for the Santa Monica trails

Enduro 29er (with a 6Fattie wheel set) – for bigger riding (mount Wilson and shredding)

I am thinking of getting rid of the stumpy in favor of the Enduro.

What do you think of having those three bikes?

Mikkel

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Tricks for tight switchbacks

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Lee,
I have an interesting question for you.
You are coming down a single track on the side of the mountain, and there is a typical tight switchback, narrow and 330 degree turn.
How do you tackle this without loosing too much speed and not going down the hill 🙂

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Custom frame and seat tube angle

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Greetings Lee. I am in the process of having a custom hardtail frame built, I have some questions about fit, seat tube angle, pedaling efficiency & comfort. Seems like a lot of makers are going with shorter stays and steeper 74* seat tube angles to keep the rider weight centered. My Builder thinks that a true 73* seat tube angle will work fine with short stays. Of course I want to be sure about the geometry.

Wondering what your take is on the steeper seat angles paired with shorter stays – certainly for short rides they can keep the rider in a good spot, but does that come at price – less engagement of the glutes & lower back, and thus less ideal for longer days in the saddle, for example?

Thanks for any input.
Josh

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Improving grip endurance for downhill and enduro

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Lee,

I’m currently following PUTB and will be moving onto PTPI to prepare for next race season. I race DH and Enduro and have trouble with my grip in extra long runs. I have been tweaking my brake and cockpit setup over the last 4 months but know I will still have issues come race seasons on some of the longer descents. I am registering for a race in June with a 3500′ stage and I’m wondering if you have any advice on exercises to add in the gym (I already do lots of KBSs, Deadlifts, Chinups, and basic movements) to up my grip endurance.

Brian

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Measurability of the Pump Up The Base training program?

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Hi Lee

I was wondering about your Pump Up the Base program. Have you developed any indicators of training progress? Any sort of approximated chart of how much output one ought to be delivering? I don’t care how scientifically accurate it would be, knowing you I make am sure that you have enoug base of references. I just need some good point of reference and I am generally interested in your spinning. What I need is 1. A measuring tool. 2.Training program for pedalling that will compliment my lifting of metal objects.

Cheers!
Wacek

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