A year ago I started biking. I was very scared of downhills. I went down them all s-l-o-w-l-y, braking all the way. I felt I should not go any faster than I felt safe going.
As the months went by, I rode faster, a little at a time. I just naturally gained confidence and gained bike handling skills.
Now I can zoom down most big hills in good control....hills that used to terrify me last year! I laugh at some of the "huge hills" I used to brake down all the way....they look like little teeny bumps now!![]()
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My point?- don't worry, downhill speed will come naturally as you get more skills on your bike. It will come all by itself. Don't go any faster than you feel safe at.![]()
Remember, riding downhill while controlling your speed, braking, and balancing your weight is a valuable bike skill too!![]()



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