cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

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Old May 27, 2009 | 09:02 AM
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cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

Ey Guys,

I'm trying to do surfing for al long while now.
I can stand on frontshock and pedal, but when I get up to put my foot on frame or seat I feel that it fals to one side.
I think i'm doing something wrong, but I don't know what.

Really want to do surfing. Then I have more acrobatics , beside the switchback.

Hope you can help me guys.

thnx
Old Jun 3, 2009 | 10:39 AM
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

damn i wish i can help but i dont do surf.. but hope good luck to ya
Old Jun 25, 2009 | 12:35 AM
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

hey i ride bmx bike but i got the seat lowered and i stick my left foot through the bars but on a mtb put it on top of the bars and your right foot nder the seat tight gripping it.
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

i used to put my right foot on top of the rear brake caliper and my shin against the seat , my left foot was on the cross bar ...

old school calipers not the independent style
Old Jun 26, 2009 | 05:57 PM
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

Originally Posted by G-TEK
hey i ride bmx bike but i got the seat lowered and i stick my left foot through the bars but on a mtb put it on top of the bars and your right foot nder the seat tight gripping it.
Originally Posted by old man roger
i used to put my right foot on top of the rear brake caliper and my shin against the seat , my left foot was on the cross bar ...

old school calipers not the independent style

guys! I'm gonna try both techniques when I practise again.
Bye the way: Is it better to drive fast or more slow?
I have the feeling that im going to fall alot, while practising .
Doest matter though. I really want to control this trick!
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

hate to say it but the faster you go the easier it is ...

i know it's not cool looking but a helmet would probably be a good idea ...lol
Old Jul 2, 2009 | 03:03 PM
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

Originally Posted by old man roger
hate to say it but the faster you go the easier it is ...

I know it's not cool looking but a helmet would probably be a good idea ...lol

+1
Old Dec 23, 2009 | 06:57 PM
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

When I surf I put one foot on the bars and one on the seat. It's easier if you run your seat low to keep the centre of gravity as low as possible. If you tip to one side just countersteer with your foot to stay straight. It may be easier to balance at a higher speed, but I'd recommend starting slow and getting used to steering with your foot. Hope this helps.
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

Left foot on top of the shock, and then push your shin into the handle bars.
Right foot under the seat, and push your shin into the seat.
Then its just a case of trying to stand up higher than the last time.
It took me about half an hour to learn, then as soon as I could, my friend done it within 3 trys. I think you just have to say 'what the hell' and stand up fully.
Id also say, try going a medium amount of speed, and once you got it, you can do it to a stand still.
Old Dec 25, 2009 | 06:33 PM
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Re: cant get surfing down( standing on the frame), tips please!

Thnx for the tips man!! Still find it a pretty difficult stunt to do. But I will keep on trying!!
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