MTB Flow State vs. The Zone! Cornering Tips Tested, Jumps Unlocked, and PreRide Fail [RNL S2, Ep 59]

Cornering tips tested at the bike park! We put berm techniques like strong legs, eyes up, braking control, and “moon the berm” to the test while breaking down what we look for in a pre-ride. Dan takes on the jumps at Big Bear/Snow Summit Bike Park, shares lessons from a pre-ride crash, and talks about getting aggressively centered, building confidence, and putting his jump skills to work.

We debate the difference between true Flow State and being “In the Zone,” then dive into wall rides, drops, energy management, and why jumps never seem to get easier. What do you think? Is Flow State different from being “In the Zone,” and what’s your favorite pre-ride tip or cornering technique? Join the conversation and leave your comments below or email us at rideandlaugh1@gmail.com

MTB Gratitude of the Week:

Sage: Oliver - Sage’s gratitude this week is for his youngest son, Oliver! Sage hasn’t been riding lately and has been feeling a little down about it. Oliver noticed his low energy and offered some awesome advice about being present, grateful, and open to what life brings. Sage was impressed by his son’s thoughtfulness and appreciated the reminder: let yourself be surprised and stay open to receive.

Dan: Joe - Huge gratitude to our buddy Joe for organizing our Big Bear bike park weekend! Joe planned the trip, booked the rental, and did all the driving. He’s an awesome mountain bike rider and an even better dude. We’re grateful for friends who make epic MTB trips happen!

MTB Tip of the Week:

At the bike park, wear a skull cap under your downhill helmet! This tip is especially helpful for bald riders, but it can benefit anyone. If you take your DH helmet off on the chairlift, a skull cap protects your head from the sun and makes it easy to stay covered between runs. It can also help protect sensitive ears from the irritation caused by repeatedly pulling a tight downhill helmet on and off. Dan wore one for three days at the bike park and had zero ear irritation!Dan's Skull Cap - https://link.amazon/B074A36cd (Affiliate Link)

Featured Riders:

Jeff Winsor - https://www.instagram.com/jwinsor20Joe Mullins - https://www.instagram.com/_mojoe_Nathan at Ride Reactive - https://www.instagram.com/ride.reactiveB-Rage - https://www.instagram.com/trysilbikearena Thomas - https://www.instagram.com/all_terrain_thomasDan Ackerman - https://www.instagram.com/danackerman8Jake Bahling - https://www.instagram.com/az_emtbShelly - https://www.instagram.com/o.hey.shellAaron Rock - https