Build a Tabletop for a Mountain Bike
Have you ever wanted to build a good, safe tabletop for your bike? If yes, then this article is for you.
Steps
- Gather some clay dirt for the base of the jump. Approximately one wheelbarrow full.
- Spread the clay dirt in a rectangular shape roughly a metre long x half a metre wide.
- Get some nice clean dirt. Approximately three wheelbarrows.
- Empty some on each side of the clay base, but keep a little bit in the barrow.
- Shape the takeoff and landing to desired size and angle.
- Top up each side with the left over dirt.
- For the middle, get some gravel dirt. Approximately three and a half barrows.
- Pour the gravel in the middle.
- Place a sheet of plywood on top if you have some.
- Go jump your new creation.And remember that you should do your best no matter what, If you fall try again untill you get it right.
Tips
- Use some water to help compact dirt.
- Be patient.
- Practice makes perfect.
Warnings
- Start off slow when jumping for first time.
Things You'll Need
- Shovel
- Wheelbarrow
- Sheet of plywood (optional)
