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A technique used to lift both wheels of the bike off the ground to avoid obstacles. Tips: Compress your bike's suspension, then pull up on the handlebars and the back of the bike with your feet.

The ideal position for descending on a mountain bike. Tips: Lean slightly forward, with elbows and knees bent, to maintain control and absorb shocks.

A color-coded system used to indicate the difficulty of mountain biking trails. Tips: Green is easiest, blue is intermediate, red is hard, and black is expert.

Proper use of the front and rear brakes. Tips: Use both brakes gently, with more emphasis on the front brake, and avoid locking the wheels.

Changing gears to optimize pedaling efficiency. Tips: Shift gears before the terrain changes, use a cadence that feels natural, and don't cross-chain.

Descending a step or ledge without jumping the entire height. Tips: Approach with controlled speed, move weight backwards, and let the bike roll down smoothly.

Navigating turns efficiently. Tips: Look through the turn, lean the bike, not your body, and maintain a balanced weight distribution.

Adjusting body position to maintain balance. Tips: Shift weight forward when climbing, backward when descending, and center on flat terrain.

Selecting the most efficient or safest path through a section of trail. Tips: Look ahead, identify obstacles, and choose a line that maintains momentum.

Techniques used on tracks with bumps and berms to gain speed without pedaling. Tips: Use body motion to 'pump' down on the backsides of bumps and pull up before the tops.

Balancing on the back wheel while pedaling. Tips: Use a lower gear, lean back slightly and pedal smoothly to lift the front wheel and maintain balance.

A safety check of bike components before riding. Tips: Check tire pressure, brakes, and suspension to ensure everything is functioning properly.

Maintaining energy and hydration levels. Tips: Eat carbohydrates and proteins before riding and bring enough water or sports drinks to stay hydrated during your ride.

Adjusting the bike's suspension to suit the rider's weight and the trail conditions. Tips: Set the sag correctly, adjust damping for terrain, and recheck settings regularly.