Hi All,
Got a Norco Range at the Evans warehouse sale the other week and thought it's about time I go on a proper jumps course so I can use it as intended.
Used to be fearless as a kid on a bmx, old age seems to have bought fear and taken away my skill. Watched loads of vids online, took vids and friends gave advice too but couldn't work out why my jumping had got so bad - DMR spikes through the shin didn't help either.
Within an hour Jedi had worked out stupid things I was doing well re pedal position, handlebar setup and then bought in weight / posture / leg movement / position on the bike and phycology in the mix. Quickly realised that my mates that could jump well couldn't actually break down why they were good - it was just natural and I didn't have it.
By the end of the day we had done loads inc jumps, berms, corning and I was clearing tabletops with a gaps in the middle, in addition to his 7ft stinging nettle pit!
It was a long way to travel for me and needed me to take a day away from work but I'd 100% recommended it to anyone, beginner or pro. He'll break it down for beginners and start with the smallest jump, but also has some crazy jumps and awesome north shore sections for pros.
All in all - legendary - well worth the money and hope I can go back soon.
He's ace isn't he.
I typed a very similar post after my session a few weeks back.
Defo, shame to have to go back to work. Can't wait to get back on my bike this weekend.
My next ride my freehub died! I'm waiting for parts; I'm itching to get out again.
Awesome feedback
Nice one OP.
He got me to fly, well ok, clear the small tabletop there.
And that is an achievement if you saw my riding. 🙂
Where does Jedi do his coaching ? Haven't heard a bad word about him.
LOL
Shaungero, Herts,
Tony is superb.
I want to go back and play again.
My session is rapidly approaching! I just hope the wether holds...
Ah man glad you enjoyed it.
We went after a very wet, cold week in Dec. I could barely stand up where you park the cars.
The trails rode perfect though, so just hope it's not too grim when you go.
The only thing I take away from these threads is that Tony probably has the best job in the world.
Spending all day with STWers? Far from my idea of the best job in the world 🙂
Tony [s]probably[/s] has the best job in the world.
He does, and he really knows and appreciates it too.
He says it's not a 'job'. He really loves what he does and is as excited as you are when you find your inner rider.
The guy is a legend.