>One of my friends got himself a two wheeler (that is two wheels one
>above the other for those who have never seen one) and we're having the
>worst time in the world learning. it's like you have to un-learn
>everything and re-do everything the opposite way.
Yes, one has to un-learn standard unicycle riding and almost start
from scratch. Someone straight off the street without any unicycle
riding experience might have an easier time learning to ride the two
wheeler. :)
>So: I'm basically hoping for someone like them to give me some tips for
>learning, because it's getting frustrating.
Try idling next to a pole, fence or something solid to hang on to with
one hand. This will allow one to "ride" without the risk of falling.
Put almost all one's weight on the seat when pedaling for better
control.
It may be a bit late for this advice: Learn to ride with a 16" two
wheeler, since it will be shorter, about 4.5' tall, thus fear of
falling will be less. Also the smaller gear inch allows finer control
with less effort.
Stay on Top, On Two Wheels,
Ken Fuchs <kfuchs@winternet.com>