Obstacles & Hills
advanced-techniques
These are the classic hard‑enduro problem‑solvers: pivot turns for switchbacks, obstacle negotiation for logs and rocks, committed hill climbs and safe descents, confident water crossings, and eventually splatters. Each technique is an appl
5 skills
These are the classic hard‑enduro problem‑solvers: pivot turns for switchbacks, obstacle negotiation for logs and rocks, committed hill climbs and safe descents, confident water crossings, and eventually splatters. Each technique is an appl
- Skill 1Pivot TurnsSwitchbacks and tight trees leave no space for wide arcs. A pivot turn rotates the bike around the rear wheel to point exactly where you need.
- Skill 2Logs & RocksLogs and rock gardens reward timing and line choice more than horsepower. Good technique preserves momentum and the bike.
- Skill 3Hill Climbs & DescentsHills magnify mistakes. Traction management, line commitment, and calm restarts keep you and your bike safe.
- Skill 4Water CrossingsWater hides holes, rocks, and current. A calm approach protects you and the engine.
- Skill 5SplattersA splatter lets you climb short, vertical faces by using suspension preload and rear‑tire drive. It’s an advanced blend of timing, posture, and commitment.