Quote Originally Posted by iLuvTechnical View Post
I don't understand why the people in the pictures are dismounting a perfectly rideable bike to carry it over an obstacle when they could just as easily bunny-hop or just go around it
Common misconception, as much as I can bunny hop, trying to do it that fast in that short of an area is just impossible. From the USA Cycling Rulebook: This shall consist of two barriers of wooden or other non-metallic material, standing vertically, 40cm tall, 4 meters apart, and taking up the full width of the race course.

Also this is a great place to take advantage of people who have not practiced this skill and pick up a spot or 2 in the race.

Here is the video of me from Psyclofest a few weeks ago http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0Xn3WASEW4