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Mountain Unicycling and SB Muni FAQ What is Mountain Unicycling? What is Mountain Unicycling? The easiest way to understand is to see for yourself. Check out our Photos page. Is mountain unicycling dangerous? Mountain unicycling does NOT have to be dangerous. Like any physical sport,
it is imperative to use safety gear. 
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What kind of safety gear do I need? Helmet: A must. Most people wear cycling helmets. These tend to be well-ventilated. Skateboarding helmets are also common. They are generally less ventilated than cycling helmets, but they offer a little more coverage around the head. Leg armor: Also an absolute must. Get the kind that cover your entire shin and knee. Wrist guards: It's never fun to land on your hands without these. Where they come in real handy is on the occasion that your legs get held up by the uni, forcing more weight than usual down onto your hands. Gloves: If they don't come built into your wrist guards, then we recommend full-fingered gloves to prevent cuts by branches, rocks, and faulty seats! Ankle braces: People with weak ankles swear by 'em. And they might not have weak ankles if they were wearing these in the first place. Elbow pads: Elbow impacts are more rare, but better safe than sorry! How do I learn? How long does it take to learn? First, about 15 hours to learn to ride a unicycle on flat ground. After that, it's just a question of how much time you dedicate toward improvement. Some of the best municyclists around have gained their status within a year's time. But even the best find tons of room for improvement. Here are tips on beginning unicycling if you need 'em. [top...]How did it get started? A judge from Alaska started doing it in the '80s, and some cyclists from Northern California picked it up from there. [top...]How is a muni different from a regular unicycle?
Are there other kinds of unicycling? Yes! Freestyle, commuter, trials, performance, racing, and much more. There are unicycles that have been designed uniquely for these different applications. [top...]Where can I buy one? |
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