cindercone

no i cant get the balance/timing to pedal kick/hop yet, I more or less do a small bunny hop forward when ever i try, wich, as you can imagine makes sure my rear tire does not land on the object but hits it. i am using the same methods as you, I just wish trials was a little more popular in my area! I actually watched your vid that you posted, it helped me know what it looks like to learn, the pros make it look to damned easy! thanks to that vid i am a little more clear on how to get up on to that back wheel, i am up to almost one hop! i know not to amazing, but its progress! And from that i can now see how i am going to pedal kick my bike. so thanks for the help! -scott

well i have been trying all the methods, and its seems i need to work on my balance and timing more. I can trackstand for days, but as soon as i put my front tire up on something and hit the brakes, down comes the foot! i guess i gotta loosen up and realize that falling over while not moving wont be nearly as painful as hitting a tree on some downhill singletrack! but i can see myself progressing slowly, and i know it will probably take a little bit longer because of the type of bike i ride, what with the cushy front suspension and 20" frame! but again thanks all from the help and i will continue to keep you posted (i know when i give someone tips on how to do something i like to know how they are progressing) and if any one has any more tips, or "drills" to try postem up! thanks --Scott

Wow, great help everyone, i will give them all a try and see what works best for me, any more tips are welcome, teach a man to fish right thanks very much for the quick and plentyful responses!!!! it will help me out alot! i will keep you posted on my progress! --Scott

Hello everyone my name is scott, i am from ontario canada. I recently got back in to mountain biking ( I know its not trials but hear me out), i originally started with strictly XC but i am now getting in to a freeride/trials mix on my bike (2006 kona cinder cone, hence my name) I consider myself a pretty solid rider when i am moving anyways. I was simply wondering, when it comes to balancing on the back wheel, or performing a pedal hop is there any tips for practicing? Trashzen was very helpful in performing these stunts, but I am still a little hazy on how to practice them. Does anyone have any "trade" secrects when it comes to learning these stunts? I love hitting the streets (especially cause all the trails are so far away) but it gets a little frustrating when i almost break my ankle trying to pedal hop a curb :$ ...... great site, and any help is great! Thanks! --Scott