Newbie Looking For Advice

[cecilthecat]

Hi

I've been riding road bikes for many years and have also been green laning for quiet a few too. I am looking to have a go at Trials riding but dont have a clue where to start, so thought this would be a good starting point.

I am looking to do this just for pleasure and am not really looking to enter loads of competion events, although a few events a year would be fun, so my questions are:

Being a bit of a big lump (16st) what would be a good starter bike that will be fairly reliable and not cost the earth e.g 125, 250 ? 4T, 2T, any sugested models to look for ?

Are there any schools in the UK that run courses that can teach me the basics of machine control, and technique ?

Are there any good riding areas in the Herts/Beds area that people can recommend for practise ?

Is there a good club in the same area that would be happy to help a novice like me ?

Thanks in advance.

Simon

[peterchrismas]

Simon,

I been riding enduro's and H&H for about a year now and I've just got into trials as a means of improving my bike control and for having some fun.

Your best bet is to contact a local club to see if they do beginners and wobblers trials. These are ideal for starters and a good way to meet other club members. I did one of these a couple of weeks ago and thoroughly enjoyed myself.

As for a bike its totaly up to you. I opted for a 03 Sherco 290 2T which suits me fine, like yourself I'm no lightweight but I've not noticed any problems. Its realy a case of what you can afford and what is available.

I'm sure as a green lane rider you must have a grasp of basic riding skills but if not I would again try a local club. Most people are only too keen to help out beginners.

Peter