Cartwheeling is essentially the linking of bow and stern pivot turns in a hole. A good cartwheel will resemble the spinning of a wheel and is one of the most difficult skills to master because it isn’t a single move. Cartwheeling requires excellent edge control, good awareness and constant adjustment. Read more

So I’m waiting to get on my flight to Vancouver when I get the call from Scott, “I’m running a little late, I might not make the first ferry back from Skook but I’m pretty sure that there’s one an hour later.” As I’m watching the Calgary Mountain Bike Police circle this sketchy looking guy my phone rings again. It’s Scott, “Yeah I missed the ferry and the next one isn’t until the morning, have a good night!” Read more