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[QUOTE="Shig, post: 787871, member: 50190"]
Just as it is easier to wheelie up a gentle hill, stoppies are easier when going down a gentle hill. Good traction is a must, otherwise the front end will wash out. Avoid gravel and soft sand when learning this trick. My longest stoppies have been on asphalt, but I wouldn't learn there. Sit as far forward as you can for the best traction on the front wheel and squeeze the bike hard between your knees. The farther forward you sit, the less the rear wheel has to come up to reach the balance point. Start out by going very slow and just trying to get the rear wheel off the ground. Always make sure you are going perfectly straight before hitting the brakes or you'll be sorry. Go a little faster each time building up slowly. Your balance will be better if you look ahead of your bike rather than focussing on the front fender. Don't be affraid to eject if you have to. It's better to jump off and trash your bike than it is to try to save it and have the bike pile-drive you into the ground.
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