Skills
Throne And Attack Positions
Throne And Attack Positions While different instructional systems use different positions, the riding positions are not right or wrong. They are situational. The power of being in one position is that it allows the rider to move through that position into something new. It is this transition which really empowers riders to ride correctly over the…
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Making a Decreasing Radius Turn Into an Increasing Radius Turn
Watch this classroom skills video to learn how we can modify the shape of a turn using a pre-turn.
Read MoreBetter Brake Modulation – Creating Confidence
Learning to properly modulate your brakes will increase your confidence when the going gets steep. Braking is something riders rarely spend time working on, yet it’s one of the most important skills we can develop.
Read MoreChanging a Decreasing Radius Turn Into an Increasing Radius Turn
In addition to railing turns, riding tight switchbacks, changing the apex of a turn, and snapping turns, footwork can help us actually change the nature of some turns.
Read MoreActive Pumping Terrain
Properly pumping terrain can be a great way to build speed on a trail without pedaling. We generally use this skill when we are moving at lower speeds or where the ground is too rough to effectively pedal.
Read MoreComing Up Short With The Rear Wheel – Casing Jumps?
It’s common for riders to get unwanted rear wheel first landings or to slightly case a double with the rear wheel.
Read MoreGetting Sideways in the air? – How to Address ‘Dead Sailor’
Riders who sign up for our jump classes often do so due to inconsistent jump outcomes. During our pre-class introductions, they often mention that they sometimes fly well, and sometimes end up sideways in the air, or off trail on landing.
Read MoreClimbing Technical Terrain
Learning to ride technical ascents can be both challenging and a lot of fun. Getting through the difficult elements of a climb can be aided by learning to create a surge with your foot speed. Simon illustrates some of the basic points of a surge below.
Read MoreClimbing Switchback Turns
There is a pretty simple technique which can greatly improve your success rate climbing switchbacks. This technique can also save a lot of energy, since you will be able to just relax and focus on a few simple ideas instead of overthinking while climbing.
Read MoreBrake Lever Setup
Brake Lever Setup Click to check your progress Correct Basic FormLearn To JumpEstablishing Your Base: Intro & TerminologyEstablishing Your Base: Contact Points – Hands Meet Ba…Establishing Your Base: Brake Lever PlacementEstablishing Your Base: Brake Bite PointEstablishing Your Base: Foot PlacementEstablishing Your Base: Foot Base – Which Foot Forward…Knees Over Toes & Riding In Your FeetKnees……
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