Stop Absorbing the Trail! This MTB Tip Unlocks Confidence on Jumps, Slabs and More! [RNL S2, Ep 23]

In this episode of the Ride & Laugh MTB Podcast, Dan and Sage dive deep into what it really means to be active and intentional on your mountain bike — from pumping the trail to pushing through the G-Out on steep slabs. Between Dan’s visit from Arizona to Pennsylvania, epic rides, and hilarious crash stories, the guys unpack the secrets to better traction, flow, and confidence.  Whether it’s standing tall through jumps, driving into corners, or committing to transitions, they share how staying dynamic on the bike transforms your riding. From over-rotating jumps to mastering the “push,” this episode is packed with MTB wisdom, laughs, and progression. Stay centered, stay strong, and ride with intention — because the skills are in there!  Join the conversation and tell us about your latest crash and what you could have done to prevent it in the comments below or email us at [email protected].  MTB Gratitude of the Week: Dan: Brian (Brian on a Bike) - Dan and Sage were shredding at Ceres when Dan’s chain snapped.  Brian on a Bike came to the rescue with a powerlink and even installed it!  He also pointed them to a local shop for a new chain. Thanks to Brian, the ride didn’t end early — they fixed the bike and sent the big jump line. Total trip highlight! Brian on a Bike - https://www.instagram.com/brian_on_a_bike  Sage: The Universe - On the way home from Mountain Creek, Sage hit a small-town speed trap. He was sure he wasn’t going to get a speeding ticket — and he was right! No ticket, just gratitude to the officer (and the universe)… and plenty of new teasing material for Dan. MTB Tip of the Week: Line up your brake levers! Get into your attack position first, then set your levers so your wrists stay straight. No bending up or down — just solid, strong control on the trail. Featured Riders: Brian on a Bike - https://www.instagram.com/brian_on_a_bike  Evan Kinzey - https://www.instagram.com/evankinzey12 Sploosh MTB - https://www.instagram.com/sploosh_mtb MTB Q&A - https://www.instagram.com/mtb_qa Nathan/Ride Reactive - https://www.instagram.com/ride.reactive Denny Janetty - https://www.instagram.com/dennyjannettymtb Steve Bent Spokes - https://www.instagram.com/bentspokesmtb Nikky Shreds - https://www.instagram.com/stoic.mtb Josh at Slanted Ground - https://www.instagram.com/slantedground Ethan - https://www.instagram.com/hensmtb  Additional Links: Chambersburg Bike Park - https://www.instagram.com/chambersburgbikepark Trail Boss Academy - https://www.instagram.com/trailbossacademy The Local Bike Park - https://www.instagram.com/thelocalbikepark Sticks & Stones Trail Building - https://www.instagram.com/sticksandstonestrailco Caffeinated Cyclist - https://www.instagram.com/caffeinatedcyclistbikeshop The video version of this episode is also available on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/BLAu6kyI-E8 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 [email protected]. #MTB #MountainBike #MTBPodcast #MTBtips