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Mountain Biking Safety Tips
There are numerous ways that you can improve your mountain bike
safety. Many riders will tell you that wearing a helmet is the
most important step to staying safe. The second most important
step is that you should always ride in control of your mountain
bike.
By riding in control you'll not only prevent crashes, but keep
others on the trail safe as well. When riding out of control you
loose the ability to adjust to the terrain as you ride over it.
This can and usually does result in serious injury to yourself
and others.
Follow these helpful guidelines and you'll remain safe when
riding your mountain bike.
Gear
Always make sure that you wear a helmet and other necessary
safety gear for the conditions that you plan to ride in.
Never ride beyond your control
There is never any shame in walking the areas of the trail that
you don't feel comfortable in riding and you should never let
anyone else tell you that there is.
Keep your speed under control
Always make sure you keep your speed at a level where you can
quickly adjust to any obstacles or change in the trail.
Knowing your trail
You should never push the limits on trails that you aren't
familiar with. You should take trails you aren't familiar with
at slow speeds until you learn them better.
Slow down around blind corners
If you can't see past a corner you should always slow down, as
you never know who or what is around it.
Start small then go big
Work your way up to stunts or obstacles. Practice in less
difficult or dangerous situations before you move up to
something more dangerous.
Playing it smart
If you start to question what your doing, you probably shouldn't
be doing. Always think about what you are doing and go with your
instincts.