Straight Backing

Any special tips for this skill (besides practicing lots)?

Steer towards the problem. If you see the tandems steer towards the tandems.

Watch the tandems.

Don't oversteer. Steer a quarter towards the problem, the tandem.

Don't forget to use the convex mirrors. Teach yourself to use the convex mirrors.

I tend to use mostly the drivers side mirror, and then check the passenger side every few seconds. Less is more, steer less than you think you should. My instructor talked about letting the trailer tires pull you to your spot rather than thinking of it as you pushing them. It didn't make a lot of sense at the time but it does now.

Phil

For me going slow and not over steering is the trick and practice makes perfect if there is such a thing in backing..!

Ken

Use any lines on the pavement or cones for perspective reference points.

Little gentle movement of the wheel, or as my mentor put it . . .

"Don't be a jerk" :)

Thank you all!!

I usually hold my grip on the bottom of the steering wheel. That way I can steer the towards the direction I want the trailer to go.

Other than that, just like others have said, make small adjustments at a time.

Also, if you get straight, stop, and make sure your wheels are straight. I usually turn the wheel to the left so I can see my tire in the bumper mirror. Then you turn it back to the right until you think the wheels are straight and so is the steering wheel. I hope that makes sense and hope its it's helpful.