What Kit Do You Need To Ride A Mountain Bike? | Basic MTB Gear

The second most important thing in mountain biking (after the bike, of course) is the kit you wear. Starting with a helmet, which you shouldn't be riding without, Neil talks you through all the kit you might need to get out in the woods on your MTB!

What mountain bike kit do you wear?

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[dmwlton]

MTB can be an expensive sport to get into..but my god does it put a smile on your face with every purchase you make!
As a standard I always try to get quality over value, tend to find products last longer, some even come with long guarantees!

[believe]

I would say gloves are next after a helmet. Your hands are often the first thing to hit the ground when you crash. You need to protect your fingers and palms.

[antaltieri]

Just started riding with a pair of Freeriders. It was insane how much an improvement having real MTB shoes was - My feet no longer cramp up, I feel so much more stable, and stronger on the climbs

[Table_Topper_Tony]

Not gonna lie... I’ve actually forgotten my bike back home a couple times when I’m already half way towards the trail head. Guess I was just too excited to ride lol

[doctajuice]

I personally feel like gloves is one of the most important, just to avoid ruining your day over something silly. You could have a small crash and you're just fine, but your day is done if you have a pebble embedded in your palm and you can't grip the bars

[shaunclarke]

In terms of riding glasses I use clear safety glasses (DeWalt) because I get them from work for free! They don't look much different from riding glasses and you know they are gonna stop almost anything from flying into your eyes 👍

[morebikefunoutdoors]

I'm full face only on most trails. My wife had an accident at a local bike park and even with a MIPS helmet she still ended up with a concussion. Love that you started with the most important item. Ride safely!

[daftbiker]

Has anyone else ever got halfway to the trails and remembered you forgot your helmet 🤣

[chiccorocker]

I cannot understate the importance of MTB shoes. I was a bit scared inventing in them as I was afraid they were not comfy for walking or to drive to the bike park. This is absolutely not the case, the MTB shoes are actually very very comfortable and you can walk all day with them when you have to hike the bike. The stiff sole is really helping the feet and avoid the pain due to constantly pressing on the pedals. Mine even have a reinforced tip. Ever made a rock fly hard towards your cranks / chainring? Well I had a big one not long ago hitting my foot at speed on a rocky down hill section. I barely felt it, but with normal shoes that would have been a quite painful hit. Totally worth the investment

[jeremytinker]

That nonchalant "cool" when the car alarm went off cracked me up

[paddor]

To anyone who sweats profusely from their forehead like me: Also bring a thin headband for under your helmet. It does wonders.

[danthescaff]

Nice little hack, screw fix sell clear safety style glasses clear lenses comfortable anti fog impact resistance about £7 tops 👍🏻good for rainy days

[bartzed]

just got my first proper trail bike and it's a little daunting how much stuff you need and how expensive it all is

[robertireson]

Exactly what I was looking for thanks you!!!!

[devak]

As a new rider on a budget this was super helpful to see where I should spend and where to save. Thanks a lot!

[lostsoulparty]

great breakdown, as someone changing from road to mtb on a budget this was really helpful

[ddsgardening]

Thanks yet again Neil for the information always most informative cheers mate

[vasken]

Going to get my first mtb this week, this video came right on time :)

[Melted-playz]

One of the best videos you guys have maid

[paulsack]

The GMBN shorts look pretty good! I'll probably gonna get some for next spring. Still waiting on some short bibs though!