So This Is Mountain Biking...

Elite cross-country racer James Pickering leaves the manicured trail centers behind to join Steve Jones for a "proper" adventure in the rugged Wye Valley. Swapping his XC race bike for an e-MTB, James discovers a world of vertical climbs and "Indiana Jones" style terrain that would be impossible on any other bike. From technical climbing masterclasses to waist-deep mud, this is a raw look at what e-mountain biking is really about.

⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:00 - Is E-MTB "Proper" Mountain Biking?
01:40 - The Plan (Or Lack Of)
03:05 - Leaving the Trail Center Behind
05:05 - Natural Sandstone vs. Bike Parks
06:35 - The Technical Climbing Challenge
09:45 - Why Tyres Matter for E-MTB
11:44 - It Gets Messy: Deep Mud & Downed Trees
14:24 - Defining Mountain Biking Genres
25:40 - Final Verdict:

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