Mountain biking is the perfect sport to prove that anything is possible, and this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast explores the mindset shifts that turn fear into confidence and help riders trust their skills. "Know thyself" doesn't mean avoiding progression—it means knowing exactly when to push limits, let go of pressure, and ride with flow.

We talk MTB visualization, jump progression, technical trail riding, moto vs. mountain biking, intuition, and why speaking with confidence in the present can change your riding.

How do you visualize yourself on the trail—through the handlebars (1st person), from a camera or drone view (3rd person), or from multiple angles? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Sage: Tom Thompson - Sage shares gratitude for his amazing father getting remarried to the wonderful Toshiko. Sage's dad played a huge role in helping launch the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, and we're incredibly grateful for his support. He's a great example of love, celebration, and making the most of every moment. Celebrate the wins and seize the moment!

Dan: Amazon - Dan tells the story of losing his DJI Neo 2 drone during a mountain bike ride. Even at the time, he believed it would somehow work out for him—and it did! Dan shares his gratitude for Amazon's outstanding customer service after they refunded him for the lost drone. A great reminder that sometimes things really do work out for us.

MTB Tip of the Week:

Tired of your hydration hose flapping around on the trail? The guys share an inexpensive mountain bike hack using a retractable keychain carabiner ($7-8) to keep your hydration pack hose secure, accessible, and out of the way while riding.Dan's Hydration Hose Carabiner: https://amzn.to/43ApxGn (Affiliate Link)

Featured Riders:

Dan Ackerman – https://www.instagram.com/danackerman8 Steve at Bent Spokes – https://www.instagram.com/bentspokesmtb Zane at Sploosh MTB – https://www.instagram.com/sploosh_mtb Joshua Rozenboom – https://www.instagram.com/jerozen Jeff Winsor – https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20 Joe Mullins – https://www.instagram.com/_mojoe_ Chris Huffmire – https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnke

Additional Links:

DJI – https://www.instagram.com/DJI Adventure Meraki – https://www.adventuremeraki.com/service-page/join-ride-laugh-podcast-in-costa-rica

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/F3LV6cYo6yQ

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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Are you letting mountain bike imposter syndrome steal your confidence? In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, we dive into why your worth has nothing to do with your skill level and why your crashes, mistakes, and failures do NOT define you as a rider—or as a person.

We explore mountain biking confidence, fear, comparison, progression, mindset, riding with faster riders, and the Ride & Laugh mantra: "The Skills Are In There." Learn how to trust your abilities, stack wins, lean into your strengths, and let go of self-doubt so you can ride with more flow, fun, and freedom.

Do you ever struggle with MTB imposter syndrome or compare yourself to other riders? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

Links: Luca Cometti – https://www.instagram.com/luca_cometti Rob Drew – https://www.instagram.com/therobdrew Patrick Mulhern – https://www.instagram.com/patrick__mulhern Evan Kinzey – https://www.instagram.com/evankinzey12 Sean Kelly – https://www.instagram.com/xseanvaldez

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ZlAhTEez7tw

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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What happens when a mountain biker tries moto/dirt bike training for the very first time? This episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast dives into MTB mindset, overcoming fear and resistance, flow state riding, group ride pressure, and how trusting yourself on the trail can completely change your riding experience.

Dan shares lessons from his first moto training session, the guys discuss comparison and peer validation in mountain biking, and Dan tells the painful story of losing his brand-new DJI Neo 2 drone! Plus, they talk Costa Rica MTB trip stoke, progression without pressure, and learning to let go of thoughts that don’t serve you on the trail.

Have you ever felt pressure trying to impress other riders on a group ride? Anyone tracking drones with air-tags? Have you tried electric dirt bikes yet? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

Featured Riders:

Rob Drew – https://www.instagram.com/therobdrew Steve at Bent Spokes – https://www.instagram.com/bentspokesmtb Chris Huffmire – https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnke Shelly – https://www.instagram.com/o.hey.shell

Additional Links:

DBT – https://www.instagram.com/dirtbiketraining Lee McCormack - https://www.instagram.com/leelikesbikes/ DJI – https://www.instagram.com/DJI Adventure Meraki – https://www.instagram.com/merakirides

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/GcWOUQnPEJU

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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MTB technique, fear vs. excitement, and trusting your skills — this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast is packed with mountain bike progression, mindset shifts, jumping tips, and aggressive riding confidence! The guys discuss elbows out riding position, bunny hop/J-hop practice, staying dynamic on the bike, and how “just get into it” applies both on the trail and in life.

Dan shares breakthroughs practicing downhill MTB skills on his eMTB, while Sage talks modern vs. older mountain bike geometry after a recent ride on his 2018 Ibis Mojo. Plus: Arizona MTB riding, MTB travel stoke, jump technique, pump track practice, DJI drone fun, and a HUGE Costa Rica MTB trip announcement!

What MTB technique or mindset shift has helped your riding the most lately? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Sage: YouTube! - Sage is incredibly grateful for YouTube and the amazing MTB community built through his YouTube channel, TrailSage. From meeting riders on the trails to connecting with people who discovered new mountain bike trails through his videos, it’s been an awesome experience seeing the MTB community come together. Be sure to check out all the new Arizona mountain biking content now live on the TrailSage channel! TrailSage Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TrailSage

Dan: Emigos Bike Shop! - Dan purchased his new eMTB from Emigos, and both Dan & Sage stopped in the shop multiple times recently for mountain bike repairs and service. The Emigos staff was incredibly helpful, the mechanics were top-notch, and the overall bike shop experience was awesome every time. Highly recommended for mountain bike sales, demos, service, and repairs in the Phoenix area! Emigos Bike Shop – https://www.instagram.com/emigosbike

MTB Tip of the Week:

Use beverage koozies to cover flat pedals with sharp MTB pedal pins when transporting your bikes! The koozies help protect bike frames from scratches and damage, especially when carrying multiple mountain bikes on a bike rack. Simple, cheap, and super effective!

Featured Riders:

Dan Ackerman – https://www.instagram.com/danackerman8 Josh at Slanted Ground – https://www.instagram.com/slantedground Zane at Sploosh MTB – https://www.instagram.com/sploosh_mtb Chris Huffmire – https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnke Tyler – https://www.instagram.com/red_dot_rec Rob Drew – https://www.instagram.com/therobdrew

Additional Links:

Specialized Stumpjumper – https://www.instagram.com/specialized_bikes Ibis Mojo – https://www.instagram.com/ibiscycles DJI Neo 2 – https://www.instagram.com/dji Sourdrew Bread – https://www.instagram.com/sourdrewbread Adventure Meraki – https://www.instagram.com/merakirides TrailSage Coaching - https://trail-sage.com/coaching/ Ride Reactive – https://www.instagram.com/ride.reactive

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/DjS_o8o9-RI

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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Ride your ride, trust your skills, and replace negative self-talk with gratitude on this week’s Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast! We dive deep into mountain bike mindset, positive self-talk, flow state riding, confidence on technical terrain, and why we’re all better riders than we think we are when we stop comparing ourselves to others and simply stay present.

In this episode, Dan and Sage recap an epic ride through the granite slabs and slow-speed tech of the Granite Dells in Prescott, talking body position, aggressive riding, jumps, confidence, visualization, abundance, and how MTB skills transfer directly into life. From “The skills are in there” to “Ride Your Ride,” this pod is packed with MTB progression, mental game tips, trail stoke, and mindset shifts for riders of every level.

What negative thought or riding comparison are you currently working through on the bike? And what positive self-talk helps YOU unlock confidence and flow on the trails? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

Featured Riders:

Arturo – https://www.instagram.com/byclas_mtb Ryan Butler – https://www.instagram.com/butlerdoesit76

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/aTssUbGGakY

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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Learn how to trust your MTB skills and tap into your amazing MTB intuition to find the rhythm of even the gnarliest of trails! In this episode of the Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast, Dan and Sage dive into mountain bike progression, jump technique, aggressive body position, trail confidence, and how trusting yourself helps unlock smoother riding on jumps, tech, and steep terrain.

We talk about why mtb skills practice should still feel fun, how to shift from fear to excitement, and why riding loose and present creates better flow on the trail. From learning proper jump technique to trusting intuition and riding aggressively with confidence, this episode is packed with MTB mindset tips and riding progression insights.

Do you struggle with overthinking on the trail? What helps YOU shift from fear into excitement before a feature, jump, or technical section? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

Featured Riders:

Jeff Winsor – https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20 Chris Huffmire – https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnke Joe Mullins – https://www.instagram.com/_mojoe_ Rob Drew – https://www.instagram.com/therobdrew Aaron Homiak – https://www.instagram.com/aaron_homiak Lauren Adams – https://www.instagram.com/laurenadamsloves_life

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/vGeRSPMbkqE

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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Jump technique breakthrough and no pressure rides take center stage in this fun, mindful mountain biking episode—where dialing in proper jump form meets the freedom of riding with zero expectations. We break down MTB jump tips, body position, step-up jumps, and how letting go of pressure leads to smoother riding, more confidence, and way more fun on the trail.

On this Ride and Laugh MTB Podcast road trip update, Dan shares his huge jump breakthrough (hint: “jump off the ramp like the bike isn’t there!”), while Sage drops coaching gold on safer technique, timing, and why bigger jumps can actually feel easier. From staying present and ditching comparison to practicing MTB skills vs. just riding, this episode is packed with mountain biking progression, mindset shifts, and flow state insights.

What’s your go-to jump mantra or technique—and have you had that “click” moment yet? Do you prefer practicing MTB skills or just getting out and riding for fun? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

Featured Riders:

Jeff Winsor – https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20 Chris Huffmire – https://www.instagram.com/adrnln_jnke Thomas – https://www.instagram.com/all_terrain_thomas

Additional Links:

Josh at Slanted Ground – https://www.instagram.com/slantedground TrailSage Coaching: https://trail-sage.com/coaching/

The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/AzkrGNmLflg

The Ride and Laugh MTB podcast is hosted by Dan @the_ride_abides and Sage @TrailSage. Join us as we discuss all things mountain biking! Riding technique, MTB gear, bikes, nutrition, fitness, mindset and more! Feel the gratitude. Flow on the trails, Flow in life! Please enjoy the content then like and subscribe. Join the Ride & Laugh community in the comments and/or rideandlaugh1@gmail.com.

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