Using the search facility will produce large numbers of answers, of
varying degrees of usefulness.
In some ways, "horizontal" is the worst postion for any sort of static
mount except a jump.
For a simple static mount, I have the cranks at about 45 degrees, with
the lower of the two pedals being the one closer to me.
Put the seat "in place", and put your foot on the back pedal.
Now, as you step up, push the unicycle forward ever so slightly. This
will make the back pedal rise and press against your foot. The
unicycle will "lock" for a moment and you will pivot up into the riding
position.
I find it helps to have the unicycle leaning ever so slightly to one
side. I usually have my left foot on the "back" pedal, which means
that before I mount, my weight is on my right foot, and the unicycle is
leaning ever so slightly to the right.
I also find it helps to hold the front of the seat with my right hand.
As you become a more confident rider, your mounting will improve. As
you learn to ride slowly, stop under control, and later to idle,
mounting will become easier.
I rode unicycle for over 15 years using only the "vertical cranks"
static mount. I was hitting about 1 in 3, and it was tiring and
frustrating. Then someone gave me the "diagonal cranks" advice, and
suddenly it was easy.
Good luck.🙂
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Mikefule
I once had a bad experience with a bigot. Now I hate them all - even
the ones I haven't met.
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