Vision in a figure 8 drill

We use the classic figure eight drill a lot in the LLB remote coaching program. It can be done anywhere, shows lots of skills and can be scaled to challenge any rider.

As riders’ technical cornering skills become non-conscious, we start to focus (ha ha!) on vision.


Vision is funny:

• When you look where you’re going, you feel confident.

• When you feel confident, you look where you’re going.

Put another way:

As riders get more skilled and confident, then look farther into their future. And vice versa.

Something to think about when you’re rocking your drills – or shredding trails:

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