Originally Posted by
friction
OK, I can skid fine when I want to have fun, but I have to assume that extreme balls-to-stem position that feels, frankly, a little ********, if not a little unstable. I'd like to be able to rip off a more casual ass-hovering-above-seat skid (not skip) every once in a while, or at least something inbetween the two. Not talking about skid contest fare, just utilitarian skids. I suspect, as I'm a taller gent, that there's a weight factor to overcome. Anyone over 6', 200lbs who regularly does this? Any hints on technique, gearing, set-up?
I'm about 190 (still loosing weight too), so maybe I can say something. I find the trick for skidding is the simultaneous unweighting and resistance to the pedal rotation. Try and make one fluid motion, as you unweighted you apply more resistance to the pedals. Since you're not doing this for flare and to actually stop I recommend not unweighting as much and just stomping the crap out of the pedals. Pull up with you back foot too in the clips.