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| I have developed a grading system for levels of competence in mountain biking. You can use this to assess your own ability and fitness. I can use it as a guide for fitting you onto the appropriate Dirty Weekend or other break. It can also be used to describe the level of difficulty of a section of terrain or route.
Certificates are available, by request, to people attending a break at Clive Powell Mountain Bikes. |
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1 |
Correct Posture & Riding Position
Forest Roads
Hard Pack
Broad Tracks
Moderate Inclines
Summer Conditions |
Basic Fitness Level |
2 |
Narrower Paths
Easy Ruts
Steeper Climbs & Descents
Moderately Rough, Loose or
Slippery Terrain |
Reasonable
Bike
Fitness |
3 |
Deep Narrow Ruts
Technical Single Track
Steep Climbs & Descents
Obstacles, e.g., Large Rocks,
Difficult Conditions i.e., Very Wet |
Fit enough to
Power Up
Steep Climbs,
Get Up To Speed,
Ride for Extended Periods. |
4 |
Ride with Greater Finesse Keep Control at Greater Speed Make Very Few Mistakes & Ride with Flow in all Conditions |
Fit enough to Ride at Speed for Long Periods Maintaining Control |
5 |
Good Competition Level |
High Fitness Level |
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