Essential Techniques and Skills
Core Skills
Balance Control
The foundation of all trials techniques:
- Static balance (track stand)
- Dynamic balance
- Weight distribution
- Center of gravity control
Bike Control
Essential handling skills:
- Precise wheel placement
- Brake modulation
- Pedal control
- Handlebar manipulation
Fundamental Techniques
Hopping Techniques
- Basic hop (both wheels)
- Front wheel hop
- Back wheel hop
- Precision hopping
Wheel Control
- Front wheel pivot
- Back wheel pivot
- Rolling control
- Side movements
Advanced Techniques
Gap Techniques
- Gap assessment
- Power management
- Landing control
- Safety considerations
Technical Combinations
- Flow management
- Technique linking
- Speed control
- Energy efficiency
Mental Skills
Focus and Concentration
- Obstacle assessment
- Risk management
- Mental preparation
- Confidence building
Competition Skills
- Course reading
- Strategy development
- Pressure management
- Time management
Training Methods
Progression Training
- Basic to advanced progression
- Skill building exercises
- Safety practice
- Technique refinement
Physical Conditioning
- Strength training
- Balance exercises
- Endurance building
- Flexibility work