Fundamentals: Front to Back
Fundamentals • 1m 39s
Our ability to move from the center of the bike to the front, back and return to the center will enable us to find and keep our balance on both climbs and descents.
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Basic Shifting
Shifting can be smooth or it can be creaking annoying and might even break a chain.
The secret to smooth shifting is timing the shift to a point when there is minimal tension on the chain.
On the other hand, we have to be pedaling while shifting, and pedaling creates tension on the chain - so wha...
