07/08/2026
One of the most common challenges we see for advanced riders is when they already know how to jump, but just can’t seem to do it ✨consistently ✨.
One run might feel perfectly smooth, and the next you are getting bucked or twisting in the air.
When fundamental mechanics aren’t completely dialed, it’s incredibly hard to intentionally adjust to different jump shapes and speeds. ➡️ That’s exactly where an experienced coach makes a difference: we can spot the tiny, subtle details causing those inconsistencies that you can’t feel yourself yet.
📝 Take the rider in this video as a great example. They already have the basics down, but still deal with those inconsistent outcomes.
❌ But, looking closer, we can see unintentional rotation. When standing with level pedals, they were letting their forward hip twist slightly. If you press into a jump face with your pelvis out of square, you introduce a rotational force that makes the bike twist in the air.
✅ We took it back to flat ground to re-dial the movement using level lifts + focused on:
➡️ Coasting in a tall, neutral position with level pedals.
➡️ Keeping the hips perfectly square to the shoulders (no forward hip rotation).
➡️ Holding that square position while pressing into the ground and springing up.
Traveling in a perfectly straight line without carving or leaning.
👉 Intermediate and advanced riders usually need small changes in their riding in order to lead to big outcomes. Plateaus are normal or even some regression after pushing the boundaries too fast when progressing. There are always opportunities to grow, you just have to know where to look! 👀
✅ Let a professional diagnose the small details and help you get your jumping consistent and safe.
