Logroller 1 Posted April 7, 2015 Looks like a great opportunity for a rad smashing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
REV5 0 Posted April 7, 2015 It always looks worse looking down. Why is that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 405 Posted April 7, 2015 on a bike it looks worse too because you add a foot of height to your eyes level too,,,,, for me that looks like a view from 7 feet higher looking down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
REV5 0 Posted April 7, 2015 I reminds me of when I was young dropping into a 12' vert ramp for the first time. Yikes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logroller 1 Posted April 7, 2015 It always looks worse looking down. Why is that? Inherit safety mechanism. If we did not have it, we would try things without concern for the outcome. Look Mom, I can fly and then you hit the ground. Now of course, we have the power to override inherit traits, safety alerts, common sense and so on, like for those of us who ride dirties on rocks. Look Mom, I can ride on rocks, and then you hit the ground. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted April 7, 2015 It always looks worse looking down. Why is that? falling up is gravityx3 feet... falling down is gravity x 9 feet... let's see; 32 feet per second squared, x 9 feet + rocks = pain... physics class is dismissed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CVRick 42 Posted April 7, 2015 Looks tough at any angle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted June 6, 2015 I had a talk with a pretty successful trials and trialscross rider a couple weeks ago. He explained a lot of the "technique" of riding difficult terrain pretty simply. I'm paraphasing, but he said it's not at all about the throttle. It's all clutch and knowing how to properly use the clutch. The throttle is really only used to maintain an RPM to keep the bike from stalling. The clutch is the key. If the clutch slips the rear tire will keep traction and you'll move forward, up or over the terrain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 405 Posted June 6, 2015 what pasta said Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Honda90 0 Posted June 6, 2015 I had a talk with a pretty successful trials and trialscross rider a couple weeks ago. He explained a lot of the "technique" of riding difficult terrain pretty simply. I'm paraphasing, but he said it's not at all about the throttle. It's all clutch and knowing how to properly use the clutch. The throttle is really only used to maintain an RPM to keep the bike from stalling. The clutch is the key. If the clutch slips the rear tire will keep traction and you'll move forward, up or over the terrain. Oh. This explains a lot. I never even think about fiddling with the clutch. Wow. I need help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crawdaddy 96 Posted June 6, 2015 Yesterday morning.....Laughlin/Bullhead area.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travis Gill 0 Posted February 29, 2016 John Bull was a challenge in a 4WD. I suspect it is harder on an ADV Bike. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyAirtime 2 Posted February 29, 2016 I had a talk with a pretty successful trials and trialscross rider a couple weeks ago. He explained a lot of the "technique" of riding difficult terrain pretty simply. I'm paraphasing, but he said it's not at all about the throttle. It's all clutch and knowing how to properly use the clutch. The throttle is really only used to maintain an RPM to keep the bike from stalling. The clutch is the key. If the clutch slips the rear tire will keep traction and you'll move forward, up or over the terrain. Don't forget momentum.... it helps too! And the clutch thing... well... my Rekluse is surely a CHEATER when it comes to rocky uphill/downhill or even flat areas. Allows me to keep one hand on the bars, and one on my cold beer. HAHAHA. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darylhunter 1 Posted February 29, 2016 John Bull was a challenge in a 4WD. I suspect it is harder on an ADV Bike. Haven't done it with my jeep yet, but have done it several times on bikes. I think its likely easier on my EXC 500 than with a jeep, but don't think I'll be trying it any time soon with the 1190. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 405 Posted March 23, 2016 view looking up view looking down after the helmet scraper somewhere in the middle nowhere down south. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted July 18, 2016 My friend John spent a week in Idaho. He found some scenic trails. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyAirtime 2 Posted July 18, 2016 The Tecate Enduros always deliver (not a touch obstacle, but a great race to enjoy if you haven't already) Love the single track stuff behind Rancho Santa Veronica! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 405 Posted July 18, 2016 John, that's classic we all have that same shot!! I will dig up mine for a laugh. I 100% remember there was a stupid bottle neck (for little reason) before that tight spot, I tried to go around and met a giant rock so I had to get back in line I was super race mode angry and yelling for everyone to go.......the dust was bad that year and was hanging in trail it took a while for everyone to spread out then it was fine, I was on my 2004 TC450 Husky. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyAirtime 2 Posted July 18, 2016 17 minutes ago, robertaccio said: John, that's classic we all have that same shot!! I will dig up mine for a laugh. I 100% remember there was a stupid bottle neck (for little reason) before that tight spot, I tried to go around and met a giant rock so I had to get back in line I was super race mode angry and yelling for everyone to go.......the dust was bad that year and was hanging in trail it took a while for everyone to spread out then it was fine, I was on my 2004 TC450 Husky. Yesss sir! ... share it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crash_Man 0 Posted July 18, 2016 Here are two pictures from our 325 mile two day ride around the Lake Topaz area. The sunset is just a really nice picture. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 405 Posted July 18, 2016 5 hours ago, JohnnyAirtime said: The Tecate Enduros always deliver (not a touch obstacle, but a great race to enjoy if you haven't already) Love the single track stuff behind Rancho Santa Veronica! 5 hours ago, robertaccio said: John, that's classic we all have that same shot!! I will dig up mine for a laugh. I 100% remember there was a stupid bottle neck (for little reason) before that tight spot, I tried to go around and met a giant rock so I had to get back in line I was super race mode angry and yelling for everyone to go.......the dust was bad that year and was hanging in trail it took a while for everyone to spread out then it was fine, I was on my 2004 TC450 Husky. 4DEC2005 Los Ancianos Tecate Hare Scrambles, pits were right outside Hacienda Santa Veronica and the course was the trail system south of Sta V., dry and dusty year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RobATK94 1 Posted July 19, 2016 Me and Kato out in hemet/anza area. Had some short nasty sections. Didn't help we were on 300lbs ATKs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 554 Posted July 19, 2016 23 minutes ago, RobATK94 said: Me and Kato out in hemet/anza area. Had some short nasty sections. Didn't help we were on 300lbs ATKs. Allesandro? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RobATK94 1 Posted July 19, 2016 Yes, allesandro. This was sometime last year. It was a blast. Havent been back since though. Got to get back out there and drag some folks with me. Nice local single track sections that don't require a plate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites