I can see that one of the most important things I need to learn is how to brake and use my gears correctly. With more practice I know I will learn. The thing is, I see that if I fall in these trails, could be pretty nasty. especially on hills, and drops, that if I make the wrong move, well, (don't want to think about that right now). I am BIG on safety, don't want to get too excited and break anything on my bike (or myself). It's just that it's so much fun, I know I want to compete eventually. Also I see that from shifting my weight during turns and leaning back from the saddle and letting it flow over hills turns is big too. Pretty much I come from a runner, basketball background, mtb is totally new to me. I'm comfortable, but don't want to get too excited and hurt myself.