COMMON MISTAKES

Lacking commitment – it’s easier to commit if you have the basics sorted. Make sure to anticipate your weight shift back and be ready adapt on the fly. Your approach angle, spotting the smoothest line, gearing and power mode settings all come into play. It needs a lot of finesse to get up the most technical sections, especially if it’s super steep, wet or loose.

Make sure you’re ready with your pedals in an appropriate position, and once you start to slap into the step or face keep the power delivery going through the move – any let-up in the pedal revolution and you’ll lose drive. Get comfortable with jumping right off the back of the bike if your balance tips too far back.