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I have a problem learning the SIDE HOP. When I watched the Ryan Leech video, it just look so damn easy!!! But when I try, I am no where near! See Ryan Leech video below: Questions: 1. According to the video, the idea is to use the drive train by pedaling down to get the front wheel up. It is very difficult to do for me. Is there another easy way to learn this? 2. What about braking? How is ...