tribulations of a trials noob

Discussion in 'Trials' started by B1, Jul 25, 2013.

  1. B1

    B1 Carbon-based bipedal

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    I did have a video here but had to delete it as I've only just found out 'monetized' vids aren't allowed on the forum. You can find it on Youtube if needed.
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  2. Bent_boot42

    Bent_boot42 Adventurer

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    Welcome to the dark side.

    I remember that exhausted-after-20min feeling when I first started.

    Trials will for sure make you a WAY better rider :clap

    Lets see some pics of your new Sherco!!
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  3. B1

    B1 Carbon-based bipedal

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    already put some up on a thread i started last week about known issues with the shercos. but since you ask, here are a few more hot of the digital camera this morning. :D

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  4. Sting32

    Sting32 Trials Evangelist

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    Make darn sure you drink plenty of water during ride. Arm pump leads me to cramps pretty fast. :D

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  5. J10on4ds

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    It's so hard to get out of the faster makes difficult things easier mode. Yea it works, but convincing yourself you don't have to go fast on a trials bike is where the fun is. It definitely is a workout. Watching your video makes me realize how much I want another one.

    Thanks for the video, I enjoyed it.
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  6. nevgriff64

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    Welcome to the world of Trials, B1. :clap :clap
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  7. B1

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    thanks nev, think i'm going to have a ball. although might wear knee braces next time, bit of a sore knee today as i must have hyperextended somewhere yesterday.

    you are right about the hydration, Sting32. didn't bother with the kamelback as i figured we were only mucking around in the next door property. but was sweating non-stop on a cool day for two hours.
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  8. Huzband

    Huzband Team Dirt

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    Nice vid, B1. Makes me even more anxious to get mine out there.
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  9. B1

    B1 Carbon-based bipedal

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    you're not wrong. this is the guy who lent me his spare bike. he looks way more relaxed and in control over the same stuff. and just laughed every time i mentioned how buggered i was. he didn't even break a sweat. :D

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  10. NMTrailboss

    NMTrailboss Team Dead End

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    That looks like some fun practice obstacles! Nice work!! :thumb
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