Every mountain biker occasionally encounters a rut. When a heavy vehicle such as a truck or trailer passes through a wet muddy area or the rider repeatedly uses the same path, a rut is formed, causing soil erosion.
Knowing how to handle the rut will help you stay away from the painful crash.
o First decide if you want to ride a bicycle through the rut, or you just want to stay away from the rut. If the rut is not very deep, you think you can ride it out, then ride it out. If the rut is very difficult to navigate, take the path with the least resistance to avoid passing through the rut.
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o If you accidentally enter the rut, don't panic. Try to stay calm. Some people tend to panic about the rut and try to leave immediately, but this can be disastrous.
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o If you want to get rid of the rut, slow down your bike and turn your bike wheel to the side of the rut to get out. This will allow you to roll out of the rut without hitting the side wall...
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