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How to Do an Endo on a Mountain Bike

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The endo is a simple mountain bike trick that's also a good balance training tool. Unlike a traditional wheelie where you ride on your back wheel, during an endo you ride on just the front wheel. This takes coordination and balance, but with practice you'll be able to endo continuously for long periods of time.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Find an empty suburban street or long driveway where you can practice the trick. Make sure the road's clear of debris, cars and other objects that might get in your way during the endo.
Step 2

Gain a reasonable amount of speed. If you're a beginning rider, stay within your comfort zone--a slow to moderate pace is fast enough to give you a good idea of what the endo's like.
Step 3

Squeeze your front brake gently. You're not trying to come to a complete stop, but you need enough pressure on the brake to slow your bike down a bit.
Step 4

Lean forward and pull the back wheel off of the ground. Having pedal clips or stirrups makes this part of the trick a lot easier to do.
Step 5

Balance on your front wheel for as long as you can. Make sure your mountain bike continues to roll forward and that you keep constant pressure on the brake.
Step 6

Lean back and set your rear wheel down when you've run out of space or lost your balance.

Tips & Warnings

Play it safe and pull out of the endo whenever you feel yourself losing control of the bike.
Don't do mountain bike tricks without wearing strong safety gear. A helmet's a must, but elbow pads and knee pads are good, too, especially if you're prone to crashing.

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