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Post by atomikmatchbox on May 2, 2005 5:12:23 GMT 8
gravity guys especially to our pro riders here.how do you or what preparations do you do before you compete to a dh race? just curios ako anything goes lang hehehe,basta il make practice run lang sa dh course and pag clean na yung run ko dats it lang hehehe, im making this thread baka i can pick up tips from you guys
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Post by pengki on May 2, 2005 7:09:05 GMT 8
preparation?
just be healthy, hydrated and always ride it like you stole the bike!!!! lahat ay mental papa. kaya yata ang hirap gumaling. madaling sabihin pero ang hirap gawin!!!
Quote ni eboy Q at one race " lagyan mo ng extrang GIGIL"
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Post by jrjrjr on May 2, 2005 7:42:54 GMT 8
i remember the first time i rode fast on a dh track, it was because a friend let me borrow his bike, but i didnt know the front brake didnt have any power until i was on the steep, mapipilitan ka i ride without slowing your self down heheheh just sharing....
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Post by puregutz on May 4, 2005 11:04:51 GMT 8
Hope this helps...
If there is an upcoming race, i make sure that my body is in shape. Like 1-2 months prior to the race, i work out sa gym almost everyday.
When I was still racing in the novice division i do 1-hour threadmills about 3-4 times a week + 1 dh ride on weekends to improve my endurance. Then weight lifting to build strength and also to avoid injuries.
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Post by milo on May 4, 2005 12:22:09 GMT 8
Hope this helps... If there is an upcoming race, i make sure that my body is in shape. Like 1-2 months prior to the race, i work out sa gym almost everyday. When I was still racing in the novice division i do 1-hour threadmills about 3-4 times a week + 1 dh ride on weekends to improve my endurance. Then weight lifting to build strength and also to avoid injuries. Aha!! Now I know why you're such a strong and fast........
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Post by >rocketman> on May 22, 2005 13:11:18 GMT 8
gusto ko style ni steve peat inom muna bago race hehehe seriuosly sa gabi bago mag race tunga na ko 5 bote ng gatorade, para pag next day race day, di lanta gulay tuhod ko.
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Post by puregutz on May 23, 2005 11:17:12 GMT 8
Just read this article in mbaction.com. Somehow I was enlighthened. Hope you guys too...
BOOST YOUR BRAIN HORSEPOWER mbaction.com (May 20, 2005)
If you ever happen to witness Eric "EC" Carter surveying a race course, you'd be captivated by this man's intense scrutinization. No one takes mental race preparation more seriously than EC, and the rewards of this preparation couldn't be more evident. In the past two years, the 33-year old defending World Fourcross Champion has swept a World Cup Fourcross Championship, two NORBA Mountaincross titles, and one NORBA Downhill Championship. We asked EC to share what goes on in his head before the race:
"To maintain focus, take a lot of naps between practice and the race to recharge your batteries. I have to stay relaxed during the race day, and the naps really help."
"Obsessing on all of the possible race scenarios is not a good idea. If you spend hours obsessing on the course or the people you are racing against, you will burn out and won't enjoy the event."
"To stay focused and relaxed, you need to intentionally distract yourself during the race day. I may play with my PlayStation in the pits or hang with my wife."
"I enter a meditative state to relax before the event."
"Twenty minutes before your race, block out the distractions. Make sure all of your gear is ready to go, and go over your bike one last time. Jump on the wind trainer to warm up. You don't want to get to the starting line so early that you are standing around. I get to the start a few minutes before I need to be there."
"When I examine downhill courses, I look for braking points and sections where I can coast to help my recovery. I check out all of the possible lines and figure out which offer the best chances to shift. I try to determine where it's best to tuck to save time and energy, or where I should put big efforts in. In gnarly sections, I'll examine the best lines, and figure out which ones will let me maintain my momentum the best."
"Remembering fundamentals is key: brake early, then release before entering corners."
"As I walk the course, I anticipate suspension and tire setups. This way I don't waste valuable practice time stressing to get my bike dialed."
"All of my preparation is for qualification. I find the best lines for my style."
"In mountaincross, look at the jumps, turns, and obstacles and envision different lines. You have to anticipate braking, shifting, and attacking rhythm sections, where you have choices to either speed jump or launch."
"After all of my pre-race preparation, my mind goes on autopilot, and my motions happen subconsciously. Throughout practice I'm programming my lines in my mind, and when it comes time to race, they unfold in front of me."
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Melissa
Free Rider
"carpe diem!!!"
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Post by Melissa on May 25, 2005 9:07:13 GMT 8
I PRACTICE HARD, WORK HARD AND I RIDE HARD!!!
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Post by kidjoe on May 30, 2005 10:57:56 GMT 8
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Angelo
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Post by Angelo on Nov 8, 2005 12:07:15 GMT 8
guys, dehins Biro ang mga reces specially downhill, you have to built guts and power, if you want to win races you have to control your attitude, make proper practice for better result. fundamental video is very good for us to develop our skills and knowledges in downhill biking. good luck sa mga races.
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Post by <eVs10nacious< on Nov 11, 2005 8:49:36 GMT 8
mga fafa......practice makes perfect......watching movies of DH races gives u big idea on how to do it......watch there body language & positioning sa bike especially in pedalling & shifting gear its important......most of all kelangan set-up ng bike suitable sa riding style mo baka puro dependent k n lang sa bike mo e dehins mo pala kayang dalhin......
hoping may DH race n this coming months......bored n ako......karera na!.......stay novice p rin mas masaya sa pro......tnx
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Post by PT on Nov 11, 2005 17:23:51 GMT 8
ako practice lang before a race .. stay in good shape .. pero para sakin kahit dehins ganun katagal nagppractice basta dedicated ka lang and focused kayang-kaya eh! basta have fun lang during races para dehins "sourgrape" kahit olats ..ü
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Post by >rocketman> on Nov 11, 2005 22:49:04 GMT 8
mga fafa......practice makes perfect......watching movies of DH races gives u big idea on how to do it......watch there body language & positioning sa bike especially in pedalling & shifting gear its important......most of all kelangan set-up ng bike suitable sa riding style mo baka puro dependent k n lang sa bike mo e dehins mo pala kayang dalhin...... hoping may DH race n this coming months......bored n ako......karera na!.......stay novice p rin mas masaya sa pro......tnx ;D Ian de leon!, d2 ka na rin hehehehehe, mabilis to , wag lang may puno hehehehe.. joke james what/PEYUPS dj ka ba uli this sunday? ok na kamay mo? jolibbee, san mateo kitakits. add ko rin, walk the course, read the trail, meron kang makikita na dehins mo pansin pag nakasakay ka sa bike, section mo yung course, know where to brake, shift and hold the line. memorize another tip abangan mo yung mga pro praktis bumababa, check mo lines nila, saan sila dumaan, teknik sa drop, iba iba rin diskarte, follow mo yung kaya ng abilities mo. prakits, warm up ride na pedal lightly muna, 2nd balik lagyan na ng laman, stay focus, be sure warmed up ka na bago tawagin name mo sa starting line. try to get qualified sa first run. december na sked race, sa maarat, sa batac,
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Post by Alphabolt on Nov 16, 2005 1:12:23 GMT 8
Nice thread sa wakas sharing ...and Im reading Im a beginner and I ride differently practice time and raceday. Cant seem to ride down the technical parts so well during practice but come raceday somehow I clear them din Adrenaline + Hiya do it for me I guess. fafaJong and Mike , ride uli tayo. Teach me mastas
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The Bee
XC Rider
My Helmet
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Post by The Bee on Nov 17, 2005 9:33:38 GMT 8
for the race? go out, give your best shot! enjoy and have fun, like what thomas Vanderham said: "i came here for fun not to win the race"
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Post by feline13 on Dec 15, 2005 7:35:20 GMT 8
mga fafa......practice makes perfect......watching movies of DH races gives u big idea on how to do it......watch there body language & positioning sa bike especially in pedalling & shifting gear its important......most of all kelangan set-up ng bike suitable sa riding style mo baka puro dependent k n lang sa bike mo e dehins mo pala kayang dalhin...... hoping may DH race n this coming months......bored n ako......karera na!.......stay novice p rin mas masaya sa pro......tnx ;D Ian de leon!, d2 ka na rin hehehehehe, mabilis to , wag lang may puno hehehehe.. joke james what/PEYUPS dj ka ba uli this sunday? ok na kamay mo? jolibbee, san mateo kitakits. add ko rin, walk the course, read the trail, meron kang makikita na dehins mo pansin pag nakasakay ka sa bike, section mo yung course, know where to brake, shift and hold the line. memorize another tip abangan mo yung mga pro praktis bumababa, check mo lines nila, saan sila dumaan, teknik sa drop, iba iba rin diskarte, follow mo yung kaya ng abilities mo. prakits, warm up ride na pedal lightly muna, 2nd balik lagyan na ng laman, stay focus, be sure warmed up ka na bago tawagin name mo sa starting line. try to get qualified sa first run. december na sked race, sa maarat, sa batac, good advices you have here.. i'll keep these in mind.
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Angelo
Bike Commuter
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Post by Angelo on Jan 5, 2006 11:50:01 GMT 8
guys donwhill is not an easy sport, if you want to win, be focus on your track, do proper training, and most of all enjoy riding ;D
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Post by the D. on Jan 5, 2006 16:18:46 GMT 8
get acquinted with your fellow racers this will take out all the presures, and relax you a bit. dont take everything seriously, take it easy and have fun. keep on joining races, this will provide you the knowledge and the confidence for future events.
keep on practicing, and keep on riding the trails.
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Post by <eVs10nacious< on Jan 5, 2006 17:43:37 GMT 8
keep on practicing.....keep on riding downhill.....keep on practicing jumps & drops......ingat sa puno hehehe......syempre always join dh races......c yah!
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Post by Great Teacher Ulysses on Jan 11, 2006 17:02:12 GMT 8
eat SAGING, Potato, and a lot of healthy foods., that contains: Vitamin A : Pampalinaw ng MATA! Vitamin C & Iron : Pampalakas ng Resistensya !! Vitamin E & D : Pampakinis ng BALAT!! Sodium & Potassium : Para Iwas Pulikat!!! Calcium : Pampatibay ng Buto!!! Ginseng : Pampa-TAGAL sa KAMA!!!
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Post by budbender on Feb 20, 2006 5:46:46 GMT 8
HUH? omfg............ Preps b4 the race? Dang!...party hard! drink anythin that can be combustible and it gets u all loco in da head! wake up early get some protein n carbs for breakfast ......ride the course......read the trail section by section, Memorize ur lines, Perfect your entry angles onto obstacles.... Perfect ur exit lines for maximized acceleration.......... then............. Party hard again..........................get rowdy n blow sumthin up..........sleep 8 hrs b4 the race, eat, hydrate n race! Eh pano Vitamin M! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D iba lakas nyan!......nyahahahahhaha.............
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Post by xctofi on Feb 20, 2006 6:22:56 GMT 8
Eh pano Vitamin M! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D iba lakas nyan!......nyahahahahhaha............. Redneb's back in deed!!! am already hearing Marley subliminally ;D ;D ;D it's time to roll those sticky's!
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