IowaKid said:*So, my question is, how do i ride this thing!!! i can sit
on it with the help of daddys work bench, but i get about
1/4 of a pedel and i go BOOM. PLEASE HELP ME!!*
There have been many threads on this in this forum, so you
may want to use the Search feature on keywords like riding
tips, beginners, etc.
The main thing is don't get discouraged, and realize that
every fall you take brings you closer to being able to ride
with out so many falls. It's not like learning to ride a
bike where a good push can get you started. It's really the
process of repetition that matters, which lets your brain
get used to the whole balance change it needs to cope with
to help you stay upright.
The workbench is a good way to start. Remember to keep your
weight solidly on the seat, resisting the urge to put most
of your weight on your feet/pedals. Posture nice and
upright, then lean slightly forward and start pedaling.
You'll keep falling, but over time you should be able to go
further and further before falling. First a 1/4 pedal turn,
then a half, then 1, then 3, then 7, etc. Just set yourself
little targets. I started using a neighbor's fence and our
front sidewalk. I kept shooting for the next crack in the
sidewalk, and I'd eventually get there, then set sights on
the one after.
I'm not articulating well, but run those searches and you'll
find plenty of good advice. Keep at it and don't get
discouraged! With practice, you'll be riding in no time.
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