Mountain Biking UK

CORE TECHNIQUES

CARRYING

Mountain paths can be steep so you’ll need to shoulder your bike at times. Once mastered, hike-a-bike isn’t that bad. The main thing to remember when lifting your bike is to bend your knees, not your back. Stand on the non-drive side, ideally with your bike uphill or on a rock. Set the cranks vertically with the left arm up, then bend – at the

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