Pumping an S section
We shot this little video during a coaching session today. Super fun!
Re-posted with a new .mov file. Let’s hope this one works!
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The sweetest trails and riding spots
Pump track, family style
The power of the pump track continues to bind families and build a better world. Images from a recent clinic:
Followup: Dryer Road Park pump track
Hi Lee,
I incorporated your suggestions for opening up the berms slalom style and we built the track this weekend. It ROCKS! Thanks for your help. All of your input made a HUGE difference!
Best Regards, Lou
Going big at the Olympic Training Center
Our man Chris Powell got a chance to ride the new BMX SX track at the Olympic training center in Chula Vista, CA. The track is a close copy of the Bejing track, and it’s HUGE!!! Chris sent a couple photos:
The great BMX odyssey of 2008: Race 2
The mission continues, and last week’s results were mixed.
Pump tracks: 180-degree berm radii?
I rarely offer specific feedback on pump track designs, but Louis here bought the ebook, is building a public track and raised a good question. So here we go:
The great BMX odyssey of 2008: Day 1
As some of you know, I’m busy working on the definitive BMX how-to book. It’s coming along well, and I’m learning a lot from some of the best racers in the sport.
The way I see it, if I’m gonna write about BMX, I should RACE BMX! So …
Pump tracks: All hail the 180
These special beasts are scarce in the wild, but they are abundant in captivity.
Left Hand training session with TVR
Today was session No. 3 in Terminal Velocity Racing’s pre-season program. We hiked and rode at Left Hand Canyon OHV Area, and it was a great adventure.
Moab: Braaaping with no engine
My past couple Moab trips were motorized. Moab is big, sandy and well suited to engines. I always swore I wouldn’t go back with a bicycle, but I did last week, and there was plenty of braaap.
Sweet (former) DJ spot in the Springs
Originally posted March 29, 2004. This spot was tucked between a creek and a shopping center, and it was excellent.
The Corkscrew of Death
Originally posted March 22, 2005. You have to check out this double-over-an-Ess-turn. Super cool.