Finally starting to get the hang of pedal kicks. This was all filmed within a few hours and by the last few clips I could hardly squeeze the brake lever.
@Kingpin3o7 Essentially, yes. One thing to keep in mind is that first you put pressure on the forward pedal, then you release the brake. You get more power this way and on slanted surfaces gives you more control. Any other questions feel free to ask.
@pkb4112 Thank you that helps a lot! : ) and watching your videos keeps me motivated because I'm trying to learn basics on a mountain bike and it can be discouraging at times. But I'm sure it all takes a lot of practice!
@Kingpin3o7 Since the very beginning that was my hope for those videos, so I'm really glad they help. Keep practicing basics as much as you can on the MTB, as frustrating as it is you will be that much better when you find a true trials bike.
@pkb4112 Thank you! How much would you say I should be able to do on an MTB before I buy a new bike? I'm sure it's hard to say but I'm just curious : ) and my bike isn't really an MTB. It is more of a cruiser with front shocks so it's pretty heavy. It's a specialized but the frame is big and you can just feel that it is not made for anything but gentle riding lol. I hope that made sense.
@Kingpin3o7 I think anything on two wheels is fair game. Trackstands, pivots, rocking, two-wheel hops. If you go to my channel one of my videos is "Trials Basics". I cover all of those in there. That bike should work for those skills. The best thing you can practice is basic balance. Not only can you do that with the skills mentioned above but also by just setting up obstacles and trying to ride over them on two wheels.
Do you release the brake right before you do the pedal kick and squeeze the break right before you land? And just repeat that process? Thank you! : )
Kingpin3o7 6 days ago
@Kingpin3o7 Essentially, yes. One thing to keep in mind is that first you put pressure on the forward pedal, then you release the brake. You get more power this way and on slanted surfaces gives you more control. Any other questions feel free to ask.
pkb4112 6 days ago
@pkb4112 Thank you that helps a lot! : ) and watching your videos keeps me motivated because I'm trying to learn basics on a mountain bike and it can be discouraging at times. But I'm sure it all takes a lot of practice!
Kingpin3o7 5 days ago
@Kingpin3o7 Since the very beginning that was my hope for those videos, so I'm really glad they help. Keep practicing basics as much as you can on the MTB, as frustrating as it is you will be that much better when you find a true trials bike.
pkb4112 5 days ago
@pkb4112 Thank you! How much would you say I should be able to do on an MTB before I buy a new bike? I'm sure it's hard to say but I'm just curious : ) and my bike isn't really an MTB. It is more of a cruiser with front shocks so it's pretty heavy. It's a specialized but the frame is big and you can just feel that it is not made for anything but gentle riding lol. I hope that made sense.
Kingpin3o7 5 days ago
@Kingpin3o7 I think anything on two wheels is fair game. Trackstands, pivots, rocking, two-wheel hops. If you go to my channel one of my videos is "Trials Basics". I cover all of those in there. That bike should work for those skills. The best thing you can practice is basic balance. Not only can you do that with the skills mentioned above but also by just setting up obstacles and trying to ride over them on two wheels.
pkb4112 5 days ago