Something strange happens to mountain bikers as soon as they hear someone say, “3, 2, 1, GO!” Any skill or grace that would normally allow you to flow down trails suddenly disappears. Frantic urgency kicks in, and you start making mistakes and rushing things. If this is the case with us, then how do the top riders make it look so easy? And how do they have the time to react to unfamiliar tracks so quickly?
This issue we’ll take a look inside the mind of a seasoned racer. We’ll streamline all of that hysterical urgency into simple processes, giving you a solid game plan to take to any competition or event this year. Focus on the things that are under your control and you’ll find the things that are out of your control won’t matter that much any more.
WHO IS INNES GRAHAM?
Innes is both a Dirt School performance coach and EDR racer. As well as competing at the top level internationally, Innes also helps deliver Dirt School’s BASE Mountain Biking course, so he’s well-placed to communicate the lessons he’s learned in the heat of battle.
THE COACH
ANDY BARLOW
Before joining Dirt School Andy liked to win things – races like the Scottish XC Champs and the Scottish Downhill Champs. Since 2009,
