Cornering Techniques on Different Gravel Surfaces

Question

What are some techniques for going into the corners on different gravel surfaces?

Answer 1

When cornering on gravel, it is necessary to compensate the technique used during cornering with the type of surface present. So during the cornering, look for peripheral signs that will tell the type of gravel. Try to perform skids on gravel roads in order to feel how the bike behaves and also in anticipation of necessary corrections of slides. This will make him more confident and competent in negotiating corners on the various types of gravel.

Comments

When cornering the technical stuff I tend to lean my bike under me while I'm more upright unlike on the road where your body can lean into the turn with the bike. Often times, especially in the loose stuff, you can wash out in a turn. It's best to let the bike do the leaning, dance underneath you, and you stay centered over it. Also, don't grab the brake if you start to lose it as you'll slide out. Try to feather the brake to scrub some speed but try and take the straightest line out of your hazard whilst keeping the bike upright. Learning to skid and stay upright helps with getting you out of these jams too.

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what's the best way to practice skidding for cornering?