Stop Being Scared Of Riding Gap Jumps!

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​ Gap jumps can be daunting, the very nature of them is do or die. If you make a mistake, there are likely to be consequences. This is exactly why it’s important to approach them with the correct skill set and attitude. Blake has hit his fair share of gap jumps and explains how to overcome your fears so you can get airborne on some of the coolest features rideable.

Timestamps
00:00 – Intro
00:48 – Start Small
02:34 – Gauging Speed
04:02 – Trust Your Technique

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