Johann Potgieter’s YT Industries Summer Youth Camp
The 2017 YT Industries Youth Camp will once again take place this year at the majestic Vuurberg Wine Farm just outside Stellenbosch. Hosted by 4-time South African downhill champion Johann Potgieter. It will take place this year from the 12th to the 16th of December. The camp is usually 4-days, however this year I will […]
Pottie’s How To: Gap Jumps
Previously Johann Potgieter showed us how to drop off obstacles. Now it is time to take to the air with purpose as Pottie explains how to approach a gap jump.
Pottie’s How To: Drop Offs
In the last episode, Pottie showed you how to roll down steep obstacles. In this episode, it’s time to take that skill to the next level with the drop off technique.
Pottie’s How To: Rolling Steep Obstacles
South African downhill champion Johann Potgieter explains how to handle steep sections on the trail, also known as roll offs.
Pottie’s How To: Berms
Berms are prominent features on most trails and getting them right is vital for fast and fun rolling. In this video, downhill mountain bike racer Johann Potgieter shows us how to ride through a berm with confidence.
Pottie’s How To: Bunny Hop
The bunny hop jump is a crucial skill to make the most out of any trail. The bunny hop can also help you avoid crashes when unexpected obstacles lie in wait. In this video, downhill mountain bike racer Johann Potgieter shows us how to bunny hop.
Pottie’s How To: Manual
The manual is a fundamental mountain bike skill. A correctly timed manual can help you get over obstacles and through tough terrain. A good manual technique will also improve your jumping and bunny hops. In this video, downhill mountain bike racer Johann Potgieter shows us how to learn to manual.
Pottie’s How To: Wheelie
Wheelie’s are a great way to show off to your mates but there are also some practical applications for this skill. Downhill mountain bike racer Johann Potgieter shows us how to learn to Wheelie and when to use this skill.
The upgrade we can all afford
One of the best upgrades in MTB racing, is nearly for free. Yet demand remains low. Why? Seventy-five thousand Rand. It’s not a perfect, actuarially verified number, but one with the least disagreement when a price point is fixed to what a new South African mountain bike, with a stage racing number cable-tied to its […]
Video: Spur Sizzling Skillz – Nutrition
Eating and drinking can be the last things on your mind when you’re racing at full gas around a fast course. Ariane has some tips on how to make it through a race and avoid hitting the wall.
Video: Spur Sizzling Skillz – Track Stands
Sometimes it’s not about being the fastest! Trackstanding is an essential skill to master on the trail. It’ll help you climb and descend better when the trails get really steep. Besides, it’s impressive to watch and fun to learn this balancing technique with friends. South African Mountain Bike Champion James Reid shows you how to […]
Video: Spur Sizzling Skillz – Drop-offs
James Reid recently tore through the all-new Cascades course in Pietermaritzburg to claim his second South African Elite Cross-country title. Get some hot tips from our champion on staying fast and smooth when hitting drop-offs.