TRAIL SKILLS TRAINING with Over The Top Adventures.

Event CategoryEvent Type
Other Training

 

When: Monday, 9th March 2009
Where: Top of waihi's main st outside the info centre
District: Hauraki
Directions:

The venue is on private land 10 mins from town. 4WD access only- your bikes and gear can go on our trailers if nessesary
Classes: - We run coaching clinics to suit all levels of rider ability from complete novice through to those getting back into it after a few years off. We have rental bikes available and cater for all ages from 14 years.
- The classes are 4 hours long and are available by booking at any time. Small groups of up to 6 riders. snacks and drinks provided. information sheet and photos on a CD to take home. Cost $90
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Terrain: Emphasis is placed on the techniques and skills. Become a better all round trail rider. You will learn proper riding positions. I.e. When to stand and when to sit, bike setup (handlebars, levers, foot controls). Learn how to use both brakes properly. Mud and ruts simple tricks that will give you confidence when the going gets tough. Hill recovery techniques. Learn clutch and throttle control. Learn slow riding techniques. Line selection. Don't just follow like a sheep, learn how to be in the right place to choose the smooth fast lines out on the trail and heaps more. Our coaching includes plenty of demonstrations followed by time to practice you new skills and personalised instruction until you feel confident. At the end of the day we give you a hands on demo of how to fix a flat on your own bike, We also go over tools to carry in your bum bag and spares etc, some emergency gear that could save you. Note - this is about trail riding, not being Mr MotoCross. Location - 5km from Waihi Small personalised groups Maximum of 6 riders per group
Organiser: Over The Top Adventures
Contact:
stuart 021 205 7266
stuart@overthetopadventures.co.nz
Riders Briefing: 9:00am
Starts at: 9:00am
Other details:
We are getting great reviews for these courses. participants are very happy with what they are learning! We have rental bikes available- why not make it a ladies day and brush up your skills without the men around? Or bring the kids to show them that there is more to learn than tailwhipps and supermans! These are skills that will keep you safe and get you home if it all turns nasty out there.