BLUE TRAIL SKILLS
BALANCE To flow, you need to be in a balanced position that enables you to move around your bike and react quickly to the trail. You need to feel relaxed and ready – this can only happen if you’re balanced. Stay relaxed too – rigidity is the enemy of balance.
RELAX Once you’re feeling balanced, loosen up to let the bike move around underneath you.
SHOCK ABSORBERS To use your arms and legs properly you need to have them in a bent position where they can flex or extend quickly.
B AS E O F S U P P O RT Direct your weight through your feet to create your base of support. From here you can apply pressure, or pop, hop or twist your hips for swift changes in direction.
16 MOUNTAIN BIKING SKILLS
CHIN UP Stable vision aids balance, so keep your chin up and look ahead to the upcoming trail.
