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Message: [QUOTE="HajiWasAPunk, post: 946559, member: 62723"] I'm looking for basic advice on hitting jumps, particularily doubles. So far I've just been riding a private track where the biggest jump is about 3 feet high and pretty quick after a sharp turn (meaning its hard to get up a lot of speed before it). In fact, I'm usually still in first when I hit it. Sevaral ppl have told me I should be in at least 2nd gear for all but the take off but this track seems to small and tight to not have to downshift. Am I wrong and just need to stay in 2nd and feather the clutch more? When you hit the jump are you just holding the gas wide open or do you give a little extra right at take off (to ensure landing flat, or back wheel first on a flat landing)? How do you know if you're ready for doubles? Thanks. [/QUOTE]