Hi my name is Wayne just purchased 2 trial bikes for me and my daughter 200 sherco and a 280 txt pro we have joined a local trials club .has anyone any tips on basic trials riding .thanks wayne

Get the Ryan Young DVD, it covers the basics through to advanced. It really is very good.

You could also try Youtube.

The best way to learn is to enter some easy trials and chat too and watch the other riders during the event.

You are fortunate in that there are a number of clubs in the Midlands that run events suitable for begginers. Most put on three routes, so there is something for everyone.

Slightly further south, look out for the Evesham club and also our own Stratford club trials. All with three routes.

Over towards Leicester, I would recommend the ESTC. They own their own land and put on four (or is it five?) routes, plus a seperate course for little ones on electric bikes.

For ourselves, our next trial is on Saturday afternoon 15th June. You are more than welcome to come along early and get in some 'off section' practice, and stay on after the trial whilst we pack up.

Hope this helps.

Pete