| Deadly Risks of Riding | Arrive Alive Mindsets |
| Dressing For The Ride | Dress For The Slide |
| Poor Machine Connection | Maintain Razor Sharp Muscle Memory |
| Restricting Evasive Potential | Be Prepared For The Unexpected |
| Inattention To The Surroundings | Pay Attention To React Instinctively |
| Riding With An Unfit Mental State | Ride With Mental Clarity |
| Operating Without A Ride Plan | If You Fail To Plan, You Plan To Fail |
| Exceeding Your Skill Bubble | Know Your Limit And Stay Within It |
Gravel Roads
- 1. When You’re on Gravel:
- Lower Speeds: Gravel roads need slower speeds for safety.
- Surface Quality: Stick to flat-packed gravel or dirt. Avoid loose, deep gravel.
- Potholes: Try to avoid them. If you must go through one, keep your speed low and ride straight through the center to prevent sliding.
- Turn Caution: Brake early before turns or hills, as gravel can cause loss of control.
- Washboard Areas: Areas where vehicles have caused uneven surface. Stay back from others to avoid gravel and dust being kicked up.
- Lower Speeds: Gravel roads need slower speeds for safety.
- 2. Stability and Traction:
- Smooth Ride: Small changes in speed and throttle are key. Don’t make abrupt moves, or the bike may lose traction.
- Back Tire Feel: You may feel the rear tire wiggle slightly—this is normal on gravel, just keep steady.
- Avoid Loose Gravel: Thick, loose gravel creates both low stability and low traction. Try to stay clear of it.
- Smooth Ride: Small changes in speed and throttle are key. Don’t make abrupt moves, or the bike may lose traction.
- 3. Stay in Control:
- High Stability Mode: Keep the bike upright, maintain steady velocity, and make small, controlled changes to speed. The bike will correct itself if you stay smooth and steady.
- High Stability Mode: Keep the bike upright, maintain steady velocity, and make small, controlled changes to speed. The bike will correct itself if you stay smooth and steady.
In essence, gravel roads are all about control, caution, and consistency. By keeping your movements fluid and your speed in check, you’ll navigate them safely.
