The humble trackstand. With so many of us in lockdown with limited space to ride, there has never been a better time to brush up on an often-neglected technique that can offer huge benefits to practically every type of riding.
There are many tutorials on the subject and while they do offer some great advice I feel they often fall short. A trackstand is a more dynamic technique than you might imagine, with subtle movements, pedal control and an understanding of tiny details in the ground you're on.
I've been a Trials rider for over 20 years and trackstands are a vital technique to master. I have put together what I think is the most in-depth tutorial on the subject with hints and tips I've not seen elsewhere, I explain how to build up from the very beginning and step by step get the fine motor control needed to control a trackstand for as long as you want.
But seriously, excellent detailed instructions, I learned on an incline so the tips on level ground and on a decline are helpful.
At first it's way more work and you look ridiculous fighting to stay balanaced at a stop light that you swear is way longer than you ever noticed before, but pretty soon you're doing them sitting down and taking your hands off and (I assume) looking super cool.
Also nothing will piss your buddies off more than track standing on the trail right before you drop into a technical section. They're the best!
Just tryna think of other things we can all do to stay sane!
Anyone got any tips on hop bars on a 2x3m lawn?
So I can trackstand no problem, but try doing it with your brakes locked, damn that's hard as shite!
I'm a mountain unicyclist, so balance is not an issue, but it's a different beast on a trials bike.
My driveway is sloped, so I'm gonna work on it that way for a bit cuz the leaning against fence thing ain't helping.
Then can paint the wall at the same time!
Just add practice
Wanted to fit 20 x 4 on rear but tyre would not fit
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