RESET YOUR RIDING

How you stand and move on a bike has changed considerably in the last few years. The upright and rearward shapes that you recognise from the 90s are long gone, and today’s confident position has more in common with motocross than it does most other forms of cycling. Your range of motion nowadays is very different, with most of the push or weight being transferred to the trail through your legs, and your upper body staying stable and low. This is because the bikes are so much more stable than even just a few years ago.

Returning to a straight leg will mean you are using the most powerful part of your range of motion when pushing. Notice how Andy’s back is parallel to the top tube on his bike. This helps keep a wider stance as he is covering more ground horizontally Dropping your heels and keeping your head up are all part of the same strong position that goes along with your straight legs and bent elbows. This strong position should help calm things down for your upper body