Staring a drop off right in the face can be really frightening, but once you become more experienced you will be able to tackle this stuff as well!

Dropping Off -

1. As you see the drop off, shift your weight to the back and slide back off of the saddle.
2. If you need to brake, use the rear one, your center of gravity has shifted so if you even touch the front brake it can throw you.

Descending Steep Slopes -

1. Approach the steep part very slowly so that you will have enough time to shift positions.
2. Slide to the back of the saddle and have your pedals level. Take a wide grip on the handlebars and look ahead of you. Whatever you do, don't brake suddenly!
3. Although your speed will quickly increase don't brake too hard because it will cause you to crash. The good thing is that your speed will help you roll over the bumps.
4. Quite frequently, you will encounter a rise after a step descent. To prepare yourself for this, bend down as you get to the bottom of the hill. If you don't, the back wheel can be thrown up causing you to crash.

Hopping Up -

1. If there is a lip at the top of a hill, bike up to within 1 yard from the edge.
2. Position the cranks so that they are horizontal and stop pedalling. Pull the front wheel up toward your chest until the front wheel clears the lip.
3. Transfer your weight back as soon as your front wheel lands. Lightly pull your front brake so that the back tire is lifted up over the lip.
4. As you straighten your arms, push your weight back to lower the back wheel.