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FREESTYLE Tuning tips
By Mattia Pedrani I-00

START FROM SCRATCH
It's always best to go back to basics when learning new things, so let's go right to the beginning. The dawn of 'modern' freestyle itself. What's the starting point of a trick? Answer - The Pop. So, along with proper technique, how you can achieve the right popping motion?  The answer is simple but starts on the land and with how you tune your gear:

PIMP MY RIG.
Sure, rider skills are critical, but the rig itself can either be your trustworthy ally or your sworn enemy. You don’t want to be fighting against it so here's a general overview of the tips 'n tricks I've learnt over these years in the freestyle game. Like so much in life, the right way to go is often in the middle of settings, as it's all a question of balance.