Task · part of 6(B)(1). Show mountain bike handling skills

6(B)(1)(a). Position on the bike

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Neutral position, ready position, bike-body separation side to side and forward and back, and body positioning for cornering.

Where this step comes from

Cycling Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-06-10), Requirement 6(B)(1)(a)