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Mountain unicycling is an adventure sport that consists of traversing rough terrain on a unicycle. Mountain unicycling (muni) is undertaken on similar terrain to mountain biking. However, muni requires much more attention to the microfeatures of the short distance in front of the wheel.[1] Unicycles' lack of a freewheel means that descents must be controlled all the way, and the typical lack of a gear system (though two-gear hubs are available) prevents the rider from reaching high speeds. Muni usually takes place on specially designed unicycles, which are equipped with strong hubs, large, knobbly tires, high-grip pedals and rugged frames.[2] Some are also equipped with rim or disc brakes, having the lever mounted under the nose of the saddle. The brake primarily helps to compensate the downhill-slope force, while more expert riders also use it to decelerate or stop.[3]
Muni riders also need a few additional skills than required for either mountain biking or regular unicycling, with core strength, endurance and balance being key.[4]
- ^ The Essential Guide to Mountain and Trials Unicycling, Kris Holm, p128, ISBN 978-0-9868418-0-4
- ^ Gelles, David (2008-07-27). "Mountain Unicycling: Down the Mountain on a Wheel and a Prayer". The New York Times.
- ^ The Essential Guide to Mountain and Trials Unicycling, Kris Holm, p146, ISBN 978-0-9868418-0-4
- ^ "CBS Colorado - Breaking News, Sports, First Alert Weather & Community Journalism". cbs4denver.com. Archived from the original on September 26, 2007.