Suspension Setup 101: Tune Your Bike for the Trail
Most riders focus on technique—and rightly so—but even the best skills can’t fully compensate for a poorly set-up motorcycle. If your suspension is too stiff, you’ll get bounced off-line on rocky sections. Too soft, and the bike will wallow and feel unpredictable mid-corner. Getting your suspension dialed in for trail riding doesn’t require a mechanic’s […]
Riding in Wet & Muddy Conditions: Tips for Off-Road Riders
Rain doesn’t have to mean a rest day. Some of the most rewarding off-road riding happens when the trail is soaked, the mud is flying, and the challenge is real. But wet and muddy conditions demand a different approach—one that rewards patience, smooth inputs, and smart technique over brute force. Here’s what you need to […]
Corner Entry & Exit: Master Dirt Track Turns
Corners are where races are won and lost. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an intermediate rider looking to shave seconds off your lap times, mastering corner entry and exit on a dirt track is one of the most impactful skills you can develop. The good news: with the right technique and a […]
Hill Climbing & Descent Techniques for Off-Road Riders
Few moments in off-road riding match the rush of cresting a steep hill on a dirt bike—but that same hill can quickly turn from exhilarating to terrifying if your technique is off. Whether you’re tackling a gentle incline for the first time or eyeing a gnarly descent on a technical trail, mastering hill riding is […]
How to Ride Sand and Soft Terrain on a Dirt Bike
Few surfaces test an off-road rider quite like sand and soft terrain. The bike feels heavier, the front wheel wanders, and everything you thought you knew about throttle and balance suddenly needs rethinking. The good news? With the right technique and a bit of practise, riding in soft conditions can become one of the most […]
Master Your Off-Road Body Position: A Beginner’s Guide
If there’s one thing that separates a confident off-road rider from a nervous one, it’s body position. Get it right and your bike feels like an extension of your body — responsive, planted, and predictable. Get it wrong and even a gentle trail can feel out of control. The good news? With a few key […]
5 Amazing Benefits of Riding Motocross: Get to a Motocross School and Experience the Thrill
Motocross, at its highest level, combines physical exertion, mental resilience, technique, and repetition, making it one of the most challenging sports globally.
Get Back on The Horsepower
Student Alena demonstrates what to do when you fall down…
VETMX Training Clinic
Ike is excited to announce he will be conducting a Moto Clinic for VetMX: 20 August 2022 9 am – 4 pm EST West Craven MX, Vanceboro NC VetMX trainer, John Collins, will provide woods/trail training.
Erica Krenz on What it Means to “Be Like Ike”
The last three months of my life have been filled with the most incredible experiences, and I never would have anticipated that a simple google search for a motocross instructor would lead me to the highest honor. I still pinch myself from time to time because I struggle with believing that such an ordinary girl […]