The beginning of the end...

Backyards are fun to have. Especially when you like to mountain bike and realize there is just enough room to build some obstacles. So in an effort to gain better balance and develop better technical riding I started by laying down a long 4 X 4 and trying to ride and balance on it. Then I decided that wasn't enough and built the bike seesaw pictured below.



The seesaw is only 8 inches wide and the hinges are a bit sketchy. It took several attempts before I gained the courage to commit and man! Its a lot of fun! You definitely don't want to come off the side while you are momentarily balanced up there waiting for the see saw to tip.

This is only the beginning. I've ordered a trials bike and have more obstacles planned for the backyard.

No worries though... The marta bus to grady hospital goes right by my front door.