[greatmaul]

I try to use the brakes sparingly on gravel and mostly use the engine gearing to keep the speed level. I did start to skid out the back wheel the other day, though, and I immediately let off the back brake. The bike stood up and I was fine, but I realize now that that was not what I was taught and I could have high-sided myself if I was going any faster.

I wish I could take one of those California Superbike School classes, because they have pontoon-ed bikes to let you practice front and rear wheel skids and how to control them.