I am just getting into ridin from motocross. I did not use a bike to train, I used stationary equip. I rode all the time when I was a kid through the woods of central Pa. I have read this thread and learned alot. I am in central Alabama for work and decided that riding will take the place of mx. I am glad I have found this site. I have found a beginner safe trail and will be riding there as much as possible, and training and riding around our shop during the week. I found that after 6 months off from a bad crash(mx) I am not as in as good of shape. 😕