skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 hey. is it just me or does anybody else struggle to keep energy whilst doing a line that takes abouts 45 seconds to complete? i can do the lines i just lose energy and my riding becomes more sloppy towards the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 hey. is it just me or does anybody else struggle to keep energy whilst doing a line that takes abouts 45 seconds to complete? i can do the lines i just lose energy and my riding becomes more sloppy towards the end. Do more of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Reynolds Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 A healthy diet and regular sleep pattern is a start 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 A healthy diet and regular sleep pattern is a start theres nothing wrong with my sleep pattern..... i sleep when im tired and wake up when something wakes me up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilrobson1989 Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 theres nothing wrong with my sleep pattern..... i sleep when im tired and wake up when something wakes me up go to the gym sounds like a strength issue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Reynolds Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 theres nothing wrong with my sleep pattern..... i sleep when im tired and wake up when something wakes me up Edit: When Martin wakes you up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Push yourself to ride more longer lines (or shorter lines longer ) by setting yourself goals/targets and once you achieve them stretch them even further and you will be surprised how quickly your energy will improve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeperson45 Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Just keep riding and it should improve. But don't push yourself too hard though, small but considerable steps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 go to the gym sounds like a strength issue i play with weights at home every few days and if im not at home im out riding hard, so my strength isnt bad. im looking for a job atm but when i get one i think gym will be an option Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilrobson1989 Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 i play with weights at home every few days and if im not at home im out riding hard, so my strength isnt bad. im looking for a job atm but when i get one i think gym will be an option im no doc but if its only just started happening id keep a close eye on it but a quick look at your profile says to me a little too much partying the night before might be a good guess lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Reynolds Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Actually, you ridden with that try all sticky on the back? You might find because your bike feels heavy and sluggish, your putting more effort in to doing anything. A good set-up will feel light and nimble, like mine (when it isnt broke ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 im no doc but if its only just started happening id keep a close eye on it but a quick look at your profile says to me a little too much partying the night before might be a good guess lol i havent had a propper drink since my birthday in march iv cut down by a lot because the best rides are on a weekend and i cant ride hungover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Actually, you ridden with that try all sticky on the back? You might find because your bike feels heavy and sluggish, your putting more effort in to doing anything. A good set-up will feel light and nimble, like mine (when it isnt broke ) it does take more effort 2 ride than your bike but at least mines working atm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Reynolds Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 it does take more effort 2 ride than your bike but at least mines working atm Im trying to make the point that a badly set up bike with bad components will make riding more difficult. I cant do half the stuff on your bike compared to mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Yoshi Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Here's some advice that was giving to me long ago. I have followed it ever since and it works a treat. Man up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Reynolds Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Here's some advice that was giving to me long ago. I have followed it ever since and it works a treat. Man up. Actually, the phrase is: Man the F**k up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Here's some advice that was giving to me long ago. I have followed it ever since and it works a treat. Man up. martin gives me this advice every time we ride but i also give it back just as much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross McArthur Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Try and stay off the brakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam T Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 Try and stay off the brakes. This. Try to roll over stuff with more flow rather than doing it in little hops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 This. Try to roll over stuff with more flow rather than doing it in little hops. i do tend to do loads of little hops when im on top of stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwards 99 Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 get the energy drinks in and bannanas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam T Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 i do tend to do loads of little hops when im on top of stuff. Try to learn 'The Track Stand'. Go onto Youtube and type in Ryan Leech and check out some of his tutorials. Learning this trick will save you ALOT of engery, as i have learned riding both street and competitions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidmark Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 get the energy drinks in and bannanas im immune to energy drinks i drink to many of them. il crack on with some bannanas though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Reynolds Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 I think alot of marks problems is his bike. All of your suggested techniques will help, but if you ever get the chance to ride his bike, you'd understand how heavy and sluggish it feels However, considering you have no job, get fit and bulk up bitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwards 99 Posted May 7, 2011 Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 get your bike lighter that will help a lot. get and nice can of relentless or monster on the go all the while Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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