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control and the precise speed that you need.
On the contrary, when you approach a situa-
tion too slowly, it’s impossible to gain speed
beyond a certain point. The on/off throttle ap-
plication that I talked about earlier is a key as-
pect to controlled momentum.
CONFIDENCE
Far too often I watch riders attempt a line
and fail simply because they don’t think they
can make it. In that case, I ask them why they
would try something they don’t think they can
do? It always leads to a great teaching moment.
Once we take some time to evaluate the
entire situation and talk through the different
aspects, options and riding techniques, they re-
alize that they CAN make it. Simply approach-
ing with the mindset that you can and knowing
what you need to do to execute will set you up
for success.
Confidence is built by starting small and
being successful. Experience also builds confi-
dence. We don’t always succeed at everything
on our first try. Learn from your mistakes and
apply that knowledge on your next attempt.
The combination of these habits all being
Not enough momentum.
Get unstuck and try again.
Safe exploration in technical terrain with good
technique.