Descending when technically challenging

Multi Discipline

1. Demonstrate competence descending on at least two different surfaces.
2. Demonstrate understanding of braking modulation while descending on a trail.  

BMX

1. Roll out of a BMX 5m hill at race pace.

ROAD

1. Demonstrate confidence of descending on the drop bars, in a relaxed, controlled, and comfortable style following a wheel.

BMX FREESTYLE

1. Demonstrate dropping in from an angle and turning to end up straight.
2. Drop in from a big ramp.

Rider Demonstrates

• Smoothness and control (no gear grinding or wobbling).
• Knees & elbows tucked in, pedals level.
• Guidance for clubs on gradient, length of hill, performance.

BMX FREESTYLE

• Shifting body weight over back wheel.
• Bend knees when entering the ramp.
• Correct foot positioning (no flamingo stance).

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Links to for coaches to support this skills

Road, MTB XC

Talent_Development_Handbook_2018.pdf (britishcycling.org.uk)

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