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    vivalargo
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    Hi,

    Just started tackling the really steep bits of the single tracks here
    (Santa Monica), stuff I could barely do on my mountain bike. Feels like
    peddling off a cliff, and if you go down, you'll slide or tumble for a
    long ways. Only way I've managed so far is to almost lock my Magura
    brake, and even then I'm almost out of control, speed wise.

    But feeling like I'm cheating with so much brake, I've tried the run out
    on some of the super steep sections--without brakes--and because I must
    down pressuse so hard on the up stroke, it literally jacks me out of the
    saddle and right off the Muni. Must be a brakeless way, but I can't
    imagine the action as being anything but jerky as hell.

    Someone else with more experience out there, kindly advise on proper
    form, tips, etc.

    JL

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  2. mango
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    wrench on that handle and hold your butt to the seat so you dont get
    thrown off. haha

    John, lemme know when you're headed to see the SB crew again. I might
    wanna join you. Take it easy -erik

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  3. zactor29
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    Depending on the terrain, skidding is a very effective method when
    tackling steep slopes. Every few rotations (between two and four
    depending on what feels comfortable) stop pedaling in the same position
    you hop. God willing you'll go into a bit of a slide which you will soon
    come out of and continue down the hill. Timing is crucial for this skill
    and I've found that it can't be learned, but rather you just have to
    "feel it" and trust your legs to do the right thing. Also, your
    technique will need to vary slightly to compensate for different terrain
    and steepness. Best of luck, and be sure to let us know how it turns
    out.

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  4. vivalargo
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    Yo, Mango:

    I'm heading up to Santa Barbara next weekend. Let's hook up.
    I sent you a PM. Don't know how it's been in San Diego, but this
    weekend the local trails have been blazing hot. Cooler up in SB.

    JL

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  5. teachndad
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    John,

    I might consider lowering the tire pressure. That might have some
    effect. How low, I am not sure. Is there any way to start the descent
    on the incline vs. at the top and riding over the edge? Maybe that is a
    comprimise until a full line is completed.

    Hopefully this will get more coverage once the official week begins on
    Tuesday and lead to more responses.

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  6. johnfoss
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    zactor29 said:

    *Depending on the terrain, skidding is a very effective method when
    tackling steep slopes. Every few rotations (between two and four
    depending on what feels comfortable) stop pedaling in the same
    position you hop. God willing you'll go into a bit of a slide which
    you will soon come out of and continue down the hill.*


    This sounds like a lot of fun and very challenging, but it bad for the
    trail. Dry trails, like most in California, are highly susceptible to
    erosion which is made worse by skidding. Try not to do this on those
    places that are subject to erosion. Unfortunately those are the places
    that are hardest to ride down...

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  7. myocardial
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    Quoted message said:

    Dry trails, like most in California, are highly susceptible to erosion
    which is made worse by skidding. Try not to do this on those places
    that are subject to erosion.

    I'd like to 2nd what John said. Being on the 'Santa Barbara Mountain
    Bike Trail Volunteer Board' (http://www.sbmtv.org) I would be forced to
    give you a 30 min lecture on proper trail use if I saw this kind of
    activity. 😄

    JL & Erik

    I'm going to put the word out tomorrow and try to find a good riding
    time for this weekend. I'm housesitting and may have a pool available
    for after the ride depending on what time we finish up. Are you guys
    available both Sat and Sunday?

    matt

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  8. mango
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    ahh, matt. There has been some PM'ing going on between JL and i behind
    the scenes. I've decided that this weekend won't be so great for me.
    Thanks so much for the offer though. Thats really nice.

    Hopefully i can get up to SB soon. I'll stay in touch. take care.
    -erik😄

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  9. zactor29
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    Quoted message said:

    This sounds like a lot of fun and very challenging, but it bad for the
    trail. Dry trails, like most in California, are highly susceptible to
    erosion which is made worse by skidding. Try not to do this on those
    places that are subject to erosion. Unfortunately those are the places
    that are hardest to ride down...

    I'll be sure to take this into account. I recently learned this skill on
    a very large man made hill just outside of a ski resort. I haven't
    applied it to any natural trails and thanks to your post I probably
    won't. Thanks for your concern.

    -Zac

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  10. vivalargo
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    The problem with the terrain I mentioned is we're talking about popular
    XX mountain single tracks and they're already ravaged by ruts from so
    much out of contol braking. Some of these sretches ar also littered with
    busted MB parts. I've yet to see a super steep groomed slope, but if I
    ever do I'll make sure not to try skidding.

    JL

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