How to Spin on a Snow Bike

There are several types of spins that can be attempted on a snow bike. The most common one is the bar spin, in which the only thing spinning is the bike, while you stay at the same position. A full spin, on the other hand, is considered one of the most difficult tricks that can be attempted, as it involves getting the bike (along with your body) to do a full 360-degree spin before it hits the ground.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Learn to Spin

1. Don't attempt to do a spin until you have gained enough confidence and experience on the bike that you are able to handle all types of snow and uneven terrain. When you spin, you partially lose control over the bike, so if you are not confident on your ability to handle it, you will have a hard time managing the spin.
2. Try a handlebar spin by leaning back on your seat, crossing your hands so your left hand is on the right side of the handlebar (or vice versa, depending on which hand is the strongest) and then spinning the bars quickly around.
3. Try an air bar spin by spinning the handlebar around after a jump. This is especially tricky on short jumps, as you may not have enough time to turn the handles all the way around before the bike hits the ground again.
4. Do a full spin (also known as a tail whip) only after you have mastered riding, jumping and handlebar spinning. For a full spin, you need to jump high in the air and once you are there, you need to grab tightly on the handles and push the body of the bike to the side so it spins around a full circle and comes back into your legs before you land.
5. Keep your body steady during spins. It's the bike, not you, that should be moving. The more static you are, the more chances you have that the bike will return to its original position between your legs.

Tips & Warnings

• You will fall and crash a lot while learning to spin on a snow bike. Always get started by practicing on soft enough ground and wearing padding on your knees and elbows, plus a helmet, to prevent injuries.
• Practice spins on flat terrain first. Avoid high jumps that can result in hard falls until you have mastered the spinning itself.