Trail Foundations | Megs Braap Performance
Course

Trail Foundations

A 6-module self-paced course covering body position, braking, line selection, climbs, descents, and obstacles.

What You'll Learn

Module 1: Body Position Basics

The foundation of everything — attack position, weight distribution, and bike-body connection.

  • Attack Position Fundamentals7 min
  • Weight Distribution Drills
  • Weight Distribution for Small Riders6 min
  • Seated vs Standing6 min
  • Body Position Drills

Module 2: Braking With Confidence

Front brake, rear brake, combined braking — when, where, and how hard.

  • Rear Brake Control8 min
  • Front Brake Technique6 min
  • Braking Drills
  • Combined Braking on Descents7 min

Module 3: Line Selection

Reading terrain, choosing lines, and committing to your path.

  • Reading the Trail8 min
  • Commit to Your Line

Module 4: Line Selection & Vision

Reading terrain, choosing lines, and committing to your path.

  • Line Choice: A vs B Lines

Module 5: Climbs & Descents

Weight transfer, throttle management, and technique for going up and coming down.

  • Hill Climb Technique9 min
  • Steep Descent Control7 min
  • Failed Hill Climbs — What Now?5 min

Module 6: Obstacle Clearing

Logs, rocks, roots, ruts — how to read and clear common trail obstacles.

  • Log Crossing Fundamentals8 min
  • Rock Garden Navigation8 min
  • Roots and Ruts6 min

Module 7: Cornering & Turning

Flat turns, off-camber, ruts, and switchbacks. Body position and throttle through every corner type.

  • Flat Turn Technique7 min
  • Rut Riding7 min
  • Switchback Turns6 min

Pricing

$149

One-time purchase

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