Trials.

oldoval

This is my first attempt at shooting trials bikes. I have to admit that this is more a case of myself trying to capture some shots of a sport I love than it is an attempt at photographic excellence. Even so, I'm very happy with the images I got. C&C very much welcome.

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digidrone

Great captures!
#5 & #6 are rocking to me...thumb

oldoval

Thank you Royce....much appreciated.

AceCo55

For me, #5 is the standout. Great point of view and framing. Capturing it mid-air and coming towards you increases the tension and dynamics (and the potential danger if it goes wrong!). Colours are saturated and it "pops". #6 would be my second favourite - not as spectacular as #5 but timing is good.
My concern for #1 - #4 is that you are positioned on the "shadow" side of the bike. As a result, the colours are more muted and I think you lose some detail because of the shadows. You angles and timing are terrific. #1 and #2 are a bit too closely cropped for me. I would have liked a little more separation behind the rider in #3, but I really like the concept of this image. I also like #4 which gives some idea of the problem faced by the rider - it also adds a different perspective.
For me I think your timing is great, all images are sharp and you have a diverse set of images. Just the shadows detract from the impact in some (my opinion - and this should never be regarded as fact!)

oldoval

Wow, great feedback Ace, thank you. I'll definately play around a bit with the crops. I couldn't decide whether I wanted that wide angle look.... or cropped in tight like I did on some of these. I'll work more on these tonight and see what I can come up with.

oldoval

OK....tweeked a few and added a few. I backed off the crop on these to give them more of the wide angle look. Left in a bit more earth and sky.

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David-Stallard

Terrific shot's and the slightly wider crops make a huge difference, really nicely done

.DAVID.

oldoval

Thank you David, glad you like them.

time2smile

Nice Job, agree with David

So let me understand this, front tire is optional in this sport....

oldoval

Thank you Ted.

These are the upper classes so they make it look way too easy.... it's pretty humbling to watch. Do a Youtube search for Toni Bou or Adam Raga.....those guys can spend an eternity bouncing around on the back tire.