When riding a road bike, there are times when you'll be riding down long, winding slopes, such as after a hill climb or descending a mountain pass. Being able to ride down these slopes safely is an essential skill. However, many people probably find it difficult. In this episode, we've been joined by renowned UCI coach and professional rider Takahiro Ogasawara as an advisor, to introduce techniques for descending road bikes safely and reliably. Don't miss Ogasawara's spectacular riding scenes.
[CONTENTS]
0:33 Advisor Introduction & 4 Key Points for Safe and Reliable Downhill Riding
1:58 POINT 1: Line Selection
4:00 POINT 2: Eye Line
5:59 POINT 3: Speed Control and Braking
9:58 POINT 4: Center of Gravity
15:21 QUESTION: Emergency Evasion
17:50 Summary
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When riding a road bike, there are times when you'll be riding down long, winding slopes, such as after a hill climb or descending a mountain pass. Being able to ride down these slopes safely is an essential skill. However, many people probably find it difficult. In this episode, we've been joined by renowned UCI coach and professional rider Takahiro Ogasawara as an advisor, to introduce techniques for descending road bikes safely and reliably. Don't miss Ogasawara's spectacular riding scenes.
[CONTENTS]
0:33 Advisor Introduction & 4 Key Points for Safe and Reliable Downhill Riding
1:58 POINT 1: Line Selection
4:00 POINT 2: Eye Line
5:59 POINT 3: Speed Control and Braking
9:58 POINT 4: Center of Gravity
15:21 QUESTION: Emergency Evasion
17:50 Summary
Click here for the Cycle Sports article:
https://www.cyclesports.jp/topics/20379/
・・・・・・
A comprehensive sports bicycle information site brought to you by the sports bicycle magazine "Cycle Sports" (released on the 20th of every month).
Cycle Sports
https://www.cyclesports.jp/
[Comments, Requests, and Inquiries Regarding Video Content]
Please send an email to the address below with a clear subject line and your name clearly stated in the body of the email.
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*We will not respond if your name is not clearly stated or if your request is unclear.