Hi,
I've read a lot of posts here and elsewhere and watched a few videos, I'm now a bit confused as to what to practise first and looking for advice.
I've been riding bikes for around 22 years but I've only had 2 1/2 hours on a trial bike last night at Warden Law. It's clear that I need to pick up a few basic skills before I've got any hope of clearing any obsticles.
I spent a bit of time just getting used to being off road again and to the bike but I still find the power delivery, lack of bike between the knees, the feel of the clutch and the size and feel of the back brake all a bit odd.
I practised lifting the front wheel, 10 foot barely in control wheelies weren't much of a problem but they also aren't very useful and well timed short lifts are currently beyond me.
I made some progress on short steep hill climbs, but descents were badly controlled.
Also made some progress riding along planks at walking pace.
I ache all over the place today, particularly my hands where I have tendon and joint problems.
Any advice before my next practise?
Cheers
Allan