How to Mountain Bike Downhill

By Beth Puliti, About.com Guide

Before you get to a downhill section of the trail, survey the situation off your mountain bike, just as you would any unfamiliar trail feature. Once you are confident enough to ride the terrain, look ahead on the trail to identify obstacles and steep changes in elevation. If it is a commonly used trail you will most likely be able to distinguish “the line”—the most commonly traveled route through a particular section of trail.

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• Choose Your Line
• Keep Your Feet Flat
• Stay Loose
• Stay Back
• Master It

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