NATURAL PROGRESSION

Riding technically difficult terrain can be one of the biggest thrills you get out of a modern trail bike.

Being right on the edge of control but somehow pulling it off is always a rewarding balancing act to master. Some riders out there seem to be able to make it look easy, so why do so many of us struggle when it gets steep and rough? And what are confident riders doing to make it look so easy?

This month we thought we’d continue the progression from our previous articles and give you some key points to focus on when riding more formidable hillsides. We’ll look at the techniques the more advanced riders use to stay in control, and equip you with a new mindset to tackle more challenging terrain.

RANGE OF MOTION

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