Pre-ride Preparation:

• Get familiar with the bike: Read the bike's user manual carefully to understand the key components and functions of the electric mountain bike, including the battery, motor, and various assist modes. Different brands and models of bikes vary in operation and performance, so getting familiar with them in advance will help you better control the bike while riding.
• Check the bike's condition: Before setting out, ensure the brakes are sensitive enough to provide effective braking. See if the tire pressure is appropriate to ensure a smooth ride and good grip. Confirm that the saddle height suits you to avoid discomfort while riding. At the same time, tighten the screws of parts such as the saddle, handlebars, and pedals to prevent them from loosening during the ride and causing danger.
• Prepare safety gear: Wear a qualified helmet, which can protect your head in critical moments. Special goggles can prevent gravel, dust, and tree branches from hurting your eyes. Wear knee and elbow pads to reduce the risk of joint injuries when falling. Choose cycling shoes with a good grip to enhance stability on uneven roads.

Riding Skills:

• Climbing skills: When climbing a slope, first switch to a low gear and maintain a steady cadence of 80 - 90 times per minute to maximize the motor's efficiency. Try to sit on the saddle, which can provide more power and good traction for the rear wheel. If you encounter a very steep section, always stay on the saddle and move your body weight forward to the front of the saddle.
• Descending skills: Hold the handlebars tightly with both hands, keep your arms half-locked to prevent your body from leaning forward and the handlebars from shaking. Lower the saddle height, lift your body off the saddle, bend your knees into a semi-bow shape, and shift your center of gravity slightly backward to cushion the impact when descending. When braking, only use your index and middle fingers to gently squeeze the brakes to avoid excessive braking. When encountering obstacles on the road, use slight point braking to slow down, move your body slightly to change the path, and never turn the front wheel sharply. In case of an emergency, prioritize braking the rear wheel, and the front wheel can be slightly braked for assistance, but avoid locking the front wheel. When approaching the bottom of the slope, choose a flat route to exit and use the inertia to come down smoothly. If there is a pit or a small obstacle at the bottom of the slope, you can lift the front wheel to pass through.
• Cornering skills: When entering a corner, lower your shoulders, push the bike into the corner, and keep your body's center of gravity in the middle of the bike. Try to use the front brake as little as possible or not at all when turning. If you want to accelerate smoothly in the corner, first brake at the entrance of the corner to increase the friction between the tires and the ground. At the same time, look at the far end of the corner while riding, which helps your upper body turn and makes the cornering smoother. Just like when driving a car around a bend, looking ahead helps you navigate better.
• Proper use of assist: Understand the bike's assist modes. When climbing or encountering difficult road sections, choose the appropriate high-assist mode according to the actual situation. Avoid over-relying on the throttle (if the bike is equipped with one); instead, combine the throttle with pedaling to control the speed more smoothly and also extend the battery life. When riding on winding trails or undulating terrain, adjust the derailleur to positions 4 - 7, maintain a safe speed, save battery energy, and extend the range.
• Dealing with obstacles: Observe the road ahead in advance while riding to predict obstacles. Take advantage of the power of the electric mountain bike, maintain a certain speed, and use inertia to pass through obstacles such as rocks, tree roots, or steep slopes. When encountering obstacles or rough roads, stand up on the pedals and flexibly adjust your body's center of gravity to enhance control of the bike and deal with the extra weight. It's like when you walk over a puddle - you adjust your steps to avoid getting wet, and here you adjust your body to get over the obstacles.
• Mastering these electric mountain bike riding skills and tips, combined with the abundant mountain biking routes in the United States, I believe you can fully enjoy the fun of outdoor adventures in the trend of ebike riding in the United States, and ride safely and happily in the mountains.