MOUNTAIN BIKING

MTB SKILLS 1

Intro to Core Skills

A one day course, introducing beginners to riding cross country.
Learn to:

manage speed and brake efficiently
make the most of your gears
read and anticipate the trail ahead
climb more efficiently
descend rough slopes confidently

SUITABLE FOR those who are riding smooth gravel, railway trails or canal towpaths, or green/easy blue graded runs at trail centres, and want to step up to bridleways and other cross country trails with confidence.

TIMINGS 10.00am start and approx 5.00pm finish. All outside - come dressed for the weather.

VENUE Peak District for group courses. Private courses on request anywhere in the UK

MTB SKILLS 2

Rougher Stuff

A one day course, which can be booked as a follow on from MTB Skills 1. We will look at building confidence with handling your bike. Learn to:

unweight your front wheel over obstacles
stall, track-stand and ride slowly to help with control
ride through corners more confidently
understand simple maintenance
plan routes and manage your group's safety

SUITABLE FOR those who are riding gentle cross country trails or blue graded runs at trail centres, who want to venture on to classic cross country or red trails with a little more bike control and technique

TIMINGS 10.00am start and approx 5.00pm finish. All outside - come dressed for the weather.

VENUE Peak District or northern trail centres for group courses. Private courses on request anywhere in the UK