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How to Half-Cab Flip
The half-cab skateboarding flip is performed while riding fakie, which means riding backwards on the skateboard, and the footwork is similar to a 180-degree Ollie. Practice the half-cab flip with...
Cycling: How to Gauge Your Intensity Levels
A great way to gauge your intensity levels while training is to use the talking test, where easy riding allows for complete conversation, moderate riding allows a few sentences at a time and...
How to Ride BMX Vert
In order to ride in a vert ramp in BMX biking, it's important to learn how to bunny hop at the top of the ramp to build momentum on the way down. Find out how to build air when riding BMX vert...
How to BMX
BMX biking can be done in a number of ways, including riding at a skate park or riding on the road. Learn about BMX bikes and why they have bigger tires than other bikes with help from a BMX bike...
How to Change the Handlebars on a Bicycle
When changing the handlebars on a bicycle, it's important to figure out what riding style the new handlebars will assist, as different handlebars fit different styles. Find out how to remove and...
Types of Bicycle Tires
There are different types of bicycle tires that should be used for different types of riding, such as tires with good traction for BMX riding. Learn about hybrid tires that are made for commuting...
Bicycle Riding Gloves Tips
Riding gloves for cycling can be helpful to alleviate pressure points on the hands, as many gloves are padded in various spots along the palm. Choose a comfortable pair of riding gloves for those...
Bicycle Riding Shorts Tips
Choosing the right riding shorts for cycling is just as important as picking out a suitable saddle, as the fabric and padding are designed to make the bike ride less painful. Invest in a good pair...
How to Ride BMX
There are many different ways of riding a BMX bike, because the only limitation is one's own imagination and physical ability. Learn about the importance of safety and riding a quality bike in BMX...
How to Ride a BMX Bike Backwards
In order to ride a BMX bike backwards, an individual must learn how to pedal backwards so that she doesn't fall off the bike. Practice riding a BMX bike backwards on a ramp or transition with help...
Skateboarding: Clean & Care
Cleaning and caring for a newly built skateboard should include keeping it away from water, not using WD-40 and keeping a skateboard indoors when not riding. Keep a skateboard riding smooth for...
Build a Skateboard: Helmets
A good padded helmet should be chosen before riding and is essential to wear before riding a newly built skateboard. Avoid head injuries when riding a skateboard with advice from an avid...
How to Set Up Your Bike for Street Riding
Setting up a bike for street riding involves replacing the larger tires with narrower, high-pressure tires for better performance, and changing the gearing on the bike to work on larger chain...
How to Buy a Full-Suspension Mountain Bike
In a full-suspension mountain bike, look for an aggressive shock in the front, large tires, hydraulic disc brakes and a reinforced frame for heavy or downhill riding. Choose a full-suspension...
How to Buy a Mountain Bike Suspension Fork
Buying a mountain bike suspension fork depends on the type of riding it will endure, such as cross-country, dirt jumping or downhill biking. Choose the right mountain bike suspension fork, some of...
Surfboard Regular or Goofy Foot Stance
Riding a surfboard with the left foot on back of the board is called riding "goofy," while "regular" style is right foot on back. Learn about particular surfboard riding stances with tips from a...
Is Riding a Bike Good Exercise?
Riding a bike is good exercise whether indoors or out, and local gyms often hold spin classes that let you work out on stationery bikes with others. Hop on a bike for fun cardiovascular exercise...
Different Kinds of Bike Helmets
Different kinds of bike helmets target different kinds of riders, offering more vents for outdoor riding and a variety of sizes for a secure fit. Wear a bike helmet for safe riding, and choose the...
How to Ride Motocross
Riding motocross requires riding at least 10 to 20 minutes on a tough track with a high-powered motorcycle. Learn about riding motocross in this free video about riding motocross.
How to Train for Motocross
Training for motocross racing includes riding the motorcycle and running or swimming when not riding. Learn how to train for motocross using the motocross tips in this free video.
Rules of Motocross
Motocross rules are basically the same as the rules of auto racing. Learn the rules of motocross in this free video about riding motocross.
History of Motocross
Motocross began in Europe in the late 1950's. Discover the history of motocross in this free video about riding motocross.
Snowboard Fakie Stance
The fakie stance on a snowboard is switching the board around and riding backwards. Try riding a snowboard in the fakie stance with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free extreme sports...
Snowboard Binding Indicators
Snowboard binding indicators are used to set up riding styles. Set up snowboard binding indicators for a particular riding style with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free extreme...
Snowboard Sidewall
There are about four or five different snowboard sidewalls. Choose a snowboard sidewall for the correct style of riding with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free extreme sports video.
Snowboard Mount Riding Styles
A good way to find out a snowboard riding style is to be pushed by a friend. Find out why being pushed by a friend is the way to find a riding style with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in...
Snowboard Mount Styles: Flat Position
Flat position is considered the toughest mount style for riding a snowboard. Learn why flat position may not be the ideal snowboard riding mount style with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in...
Snowboard Mount Styles: Riding Angles
Mount riding angles based on what foot is used to step forward with on a snowboard. Step into a snowboard with the correct riding angles with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free...
Bike Tours: Night Riding
When conducting a bike tour, make sure to set up reflectors and light in case you ride at night. Learn more about night riding from a bike tour guide in this free biking video.
Motocross Riding History
Motocross became popular in America in the late 1960s. Learn more history of motocross with tips from a professional motocross rider in this free sports video.
Motocross Safety Riding Tips
Always check to make sure a motocross bike is in good condition. Learn more about motocross safety with tips from a professional motocross rider in this free sports video.
Motocross Freestyle Riding
Motocross freestyle riding has become very popular recently. Learn about motocross freestyle riding with tips from a professional motocross rider in this free sports video.
Motocross Riding Tips
Understanding motocross fundamentals helps in gaining the next level. Learn more about motocross riding fundamentals with tips from a professional motocross rider in this free sports video.
How to Freestyle Motocross
Get the basics of motocross riding down before trying freestyle. Learn more about freestyle motocross with tips from a professional motocross rider in this free sports video.
Advanced Level Motocross Riding
Learning to take corners faster is a good way to advance motocross riding skills. Learn other ways of advancing motocross riding skills with tips from a professional motocross rider in this free...
Benefits of Riding a Bike
Bicycle riding burns the same amount of calories as running. Learn more benefits of riding bikes with tips from a certified physical fitness trainer in this free workout video.
Snowboard Half-Pipe Riding Safety
Take a look around the snowboard half-pipe before dropping inside. Get other snowboard half-pipe safety suggestions with tips from a snowboard instructor in this free video on extreme sports.
Snowboard Half-Pipe Riding Prep
Before dropping into a snowboard half-pipe, get confident with turning down a mountain. Jump into a snowboard half-pipe with tips from a snowboard instructor in this free video on extreme sports.
Adaptive Horse Riding: Assessment
Before riders are admitted into an adaptive horse riding program they often have a onetime lesson to assess their abilities and see how they will react to the horses. Learn about evaluations in...
Adaptive Horse Riding: Dressage Saddles
English dressage saddles are used more in an upper level riding lesson. Learn about dressage saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation...
Adaptive Horse Riding: Western Saddles
Western saddles are often used with beginning riders because they provide a little more stability. Learn about Western saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this...
Adaptive Horse Riding: Neoprene Saddles
Neoprene saddles are used with riders who have less mobility. Learn about neoprene saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.
Adaptive Horse Riding: Bareback Pads
Bareback pads allow riders to benefit more from the horse's movement. Learn about bareback saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.
Adaptive Horse Riding: Assistants
One of the roles of an adaptive horse riding assistant is side-walking. Learn about assistants in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.
Facilities for Adaptive Horse Riding
Indoor, heated arenas allow for year round adaptive horse riding lessons. Learn about facilities for adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.
Adaptive Horse Riding: Ability Levels
Some examples of disabilities that may be found in people who participate in adaptive horse riding might be cerebral palsy, developmental disabilities, autism, down syndrome. Learn about ability...
Adaptive Horse Riding: Physical Limitations
Weight and mobility may be limitations that would prevent a person from adaptive horse riding. Learn about physical limitations in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this...
Adaptive Horse Riding: Ability Objectives
It has been proven that the natural movement of the horse stimulates the muscles that are used for walking. The act of sitting on the horse helps to develop the muscles needed to be able to walk...
Adaptive Horse Riding: Communication Activity
Group adaptive horse riding lessons provide different opportunities for improving communication abilities. Learn about communication activity in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program...
Adaptive Horse Riding: Horse Temperament
What to look for in a therapeutic horse is a good temperament, not easily spooked or flustered, a horse with training and ability to respond to rider's aids, very patient and no major vices, that...