Unicycling is a unique skill that can be taken off the roads just as well as a bicycle. Learn tips for off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Hopping is valuable because it can help to get over obstacles. Learn tips for hopping in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Rock back and forth with one pedal down and one up to idle on a unicycle. Learn tips for idling in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
A helmet is the most important piece of safety gear in unicycling. Learn tips for safety in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Stalling is when a unicyclist pauses and stays absolutely still. Learn tips for stalling in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Lean the body in the direction the unicycle should be turning. Learn tips for bunny hopping in a circle in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Bunny hops are small hops performed in a row. Learn tips for bunny hopping in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Hopping down a flight of stairs is dangerous, so use caution and practice first. Learn tips for hopping down stairs in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Keep control over the pedals when hopping off a big drop. Learn tips for hopping off big drops in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Small hops can help to maintain momentum on a unicycle. Learn tips for hopping over small objects in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Hopping up stairs can take a lot of energy in unicycling. Learn tips for hopping up stairs in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Hopping from a stall will help save energy in unicycling. Learn tips for hops from a stall in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Unicycle hopping is great for getting over obstacles that are too large to ride over. Learn tips for jumping over obstacles in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Allow the legs to absorb a greater shock when riding off of big drops. Learn tips for riding off big drops in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Hold onto the seat when standing up on a unicycle's pedals. Learn tips for riding off small drops in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Pedal position is an important factor in determining if a unicycle will clear an obstacle. Learn tips for riding over obstacles in off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Go one rotation forward and one-half back in between stalling and idling. Learn tips for the intermediate steps of off-road unicycle riding in this free cycling video from a unicycle instructor.
Summary: The unicycle was developed shortly after the development of the bicycle in the mid-nineteenth century. Some think that the unicycle was developed as a result of the velocipede. Since the velocipede naturally went up on one wheel for a little bit, people began developing unicycles. Another theory is that unicycles have always been with us, living and breathing along with our souls since our collective memory's inception. Regardless, unicycles are now used at circuses and carnivals for entertainment. Whether you are performer looking to improve his act, or just someone interested in the challenge, these videos are just the thing for you.
Starting with the unicycle basics and moving onto more advanced moves, certain skills can be learned that will allow a unicyclist to ride off-road, upstairs, downstairs, off of curbs, over obstacles, and wherever else their legs will take them! In this free video series, a unicycle instructor will teach you how to do off-road unicycling, starting with stalling and idling and moving onto hopping and bunny hops. Soon, you'll find yourself jumping over branches, riding off of small and large drops, and going down flights of stairs. Have fun, but don't forget to wear a helmet!
Expert: When Megan Rouch was five years old, she announced to her mother “I am an artist!” She is now pursuing a degree in art at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas.