With no MTB trails nearby, he designed portable ramps for practice anywhere

If you want to get better at jumping, or you’re trying to progress your riding without a mountain in sight, this episode is for you. Tadas Puodžiūnas is the founder of MTB Hopper, a Lithuanian company that designs and sells portable bike ramps.

• What was it like learning to mountain bike in Lithuania?
• How did the idea for MTB Hopper come about?
• Do you think growing up in a flat place gave you any advantages as a rider?
• Why is it generally easier to follow someone into a jump than to try it solo?
• How do you figure out how much speed you need to clear a jump?
• Is there a good way to ‘test’ a jump without hitting it full-send the first time?
• How much suspension travel do you really need for small to medium-sized jumps?
• How do MTB Hopper ramps help with that progression? And how do they compare to DIY setups?
• Are there any MTB trails in Lithuania you can recommend for someone visiting the country?

An automatically generated transcript will be available at Singletracks.com later today. More info about MTB Hopper at mtbhopper.com.

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