Road Bike Jumping: Quick Mounts, Obstacle Clearance, and Essential Techniques
On a road bike, "jumping" refers to essential techniques like quick mounts for efficient starts and controlled wheel lifts to clear small ro...
By Jordan
Category: Cycling Skills
Browsing all articles filed under the "Cycling Skills" category.
The Bike Ollie: What It Is, How to Do It, and Why It Matters
An ollie on a bike is a fundamental maneuver where a rider lifts both wheels off the ground simultaneously without a ramp by expertly manipulating bod...
By Hart
MTB Manual: How to Perform, Control, and Master the Front Wheel Lift
Mastering the MTB manual involves precisely shifting your body's center of gravity rearward, pushing handlebars forward, and using the rear brake for ...
By Hart
Freehand Cycling: Mastering No-Handed Riding for Enhanced Control and Balance
Cycling freehand is achieved by combining proper body positioning, consistent momentum, and subtle shifts in weight and core engagement, requiring pro...
By Alex
Cycling: Mastering Control, Preventing Stalls, and Enhancing Your Ride
To prevent a bicycle from stalling, which is an unplanned stop due to loss of momentum or control, focus on mastering fundamental handling skills, opt...
By Jordan
Track Stand: What It Is, Why Learn It, and How to Master It
The track stand is an advanced cycling technique allowing a rider to remain stationary on a bicycle without putting a foot down, demanding exceptional...
By Alex
How to Lean on a Bicycle: Biomechanics, Physics, Techniques, and Practice
Leaning on a bicycle for cornering and balance is achieved by actively combining counter-steering, precise body positioning, and an understanding of t...
By Jordan
Cycling Turns: Mastering Counter-Steering, Lean, and Vision for Safe Riding
Taking a turn on a bicycle involves a precise combination of counter-steering, body lean, and vision, all coordinated to maintain balance and momentum...
By Hart
Figure-8 Bike Drill: Mastering Balance, Handling, and Spatial Awareness
The figure-8 bike drill is a fundamental cycling maneuver that develops superior low-speed balance, bike handling, and spatial awareness by navigating...
By Jordan
