Throne Position

Throne Position Below, you will see examples of where I naturally stand in neutral, or Throne Position. Throne Position reinforces a normal standing BiPedal posture, which allows us to remain athletic. We can move from this position through other positions with a sense of power. In this image, I’m in a Tall Throne Position as…

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Cornering – Introduction to Footwork

Cornering – Introduction to Footwork Footwork is essentially the interplay we create with our feet in order to direct (corner) the bike. When we coast with level feet, we refer to this as ‘neutral feet’ or having our feet at 9 and 3 o’clock. From a level footed stance, we want to pressure the outside……

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Use of Arms When Cornering

Use of Arms When Cornering While most of our cornering power comes from the low body, learning to raise the outside elbow during the downward stroke of the outside foot will help to turn the shoulders as our footwork turns the hips. Riders often ask me what they should be doing with their arms and……

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Using Preload on Drops

Using Preload on Drops In this video, we take a look at a drop where preloading is helpful in order to create distance. Different situations require different approaches. This is actually a Step Down Gap, and not a Drop. Drops: FAQs Review Simon’s list of frequently asked questions around how to ride drops. Sign up……

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When to Use Pre-load

You may have already been taught preload as the go too for hitting drops. While it does work, it’s not as effective as what we at Fluidride call Correct Basic Form for a number of reasons on most drops.

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The Lunge

While Lunging isn’t our ‘go to’ way of teaching drops, there are instances where it can be really helpful.

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Passive Pumping

While actively pumping terrain can help us gain speed, we can utilize another technique when we are already moving at speed. Dramatically improve your speed while decreasing physical and mental effort on the trail.

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When To Use The Lunge

I often hear riders saying they have been coached to push forward on the bars off the edge of a drop. This technique is often referred to as The Lunge.

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