Posts Tagged ‘troubleshooting’
Slalom Drill: FAQs
The slalom drill requires us to start linking our footwork from one turn to another. Start slow and you’ll be on your way to newfound trail flow.
‘I’m Not Getting Any Air!’
Riders often struggle to learn to jump well without professional assistance. This happens for a number of reasons I outline above.
Getting Pulled Forward Off Jumps or Landing Nose Heavy?
Getting Pulled Forward Off Jumps or Landing Nose Heavy? Riders are often pulled forward on jumps, which actually happens from being too far back, which typically comes for conscious or unconscious fear, or from a misunderstanding of correct movement into jumps. Being pulled forward will typically result in fear, which will often push you back…
Coming 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 MoreSticking to Flat Pedals Off Drops – How is it Possible?
Sticking to Flat Pedals Off Drops – How is it Possible? Riders often ask me how they can possibly stick to flat pedals when going off drops and jumps. The answer is below. If we are riding well, there isn’t a whole lot of difference in feeling between flats and being clipped in. I ride…
Flatland Turns: FAQs
Troubleshooting: Flatland Turns Flatland Turns, while simple enough looking, can present some major challenges for riders. Below we’ll discuss a few commonly asked questions as well as looking into the root of what causes many riders grief in turns without backing (non-bermed turns). When we talk about flat turns, they could happen on steep ground…