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Message: [QUOTE="SpeedyManiac, post: 966045, member: 19453"] I've been riding a lot of gnarly stuff this past summer. My advice is practice, practice, practice! Nothing beats time on the bike. My bike doesn't make the greatest low end so I try to keep momentum up (which because I'm out of shape doesn't seem to happen) so then it's all about clutch control and weight distribution. I tend to keep my butt on the back portion of the seat to force the rear tire to get some traction then feather the clutch as necessary to keep from spinning out. Another good idea is to ride with better riders, you learn a lot following a faster/better rider (if you can keep him in sight). I also run heavy duty tubes with 6 ply tires so I can lower the pressure. Lastly, I suggest having a strong riding buddy to help you pull the bike up the really gnasty stuff when all else fails (had to do this a time or two, my buddy rides a CRF450R that goes up the hills like nothing). [/QUOTE]