Riding Skills & Technique
A curated collection of skills, safety, and technique resources recommended by Edina MTB coaches to help riders build confidence, control, and trail awareness.
Start Here
These resources are helpful for new and returning riders. Focus on safe riding, group communication, body position, braking, cornering, climbing, and trail technique.
Group Riding
Learn communication, spacing, hand signals, and safe riding habits when riding with others.
View ResourcesTrail Technique
Improve body position, braking, cornering, climbing, drops, switchbacks, and bike control.
View ResourcesCoach Picks
Use these links as extra learning between practices or when riders want to sharpen specific skills.
See PicksTrail Technique & Skill Building
Use these resources to practice specific mountain biking skills. Riders should focus on one or two skills at a time and build gradually.
Coach Tip
Pick one skill to focus on each week. Watch a short video, practice the movement slowly, and bring questions to your next team practice.
Open Skills Guide