Leaves can be a big factor riding in the woods in the fall.
Safety becomes a concern in deep leaves, and be prepared for the unexpected.
Gullies, erosion areas, and washes seem to accumulate the most leaves in the forest, and they represent a hazard. It can be fun to ride in the leaves, but difficult to detect the underlying obstacles and terrain features. Watch out for covered roots and rocks. The middle, or bottom of the gully, is easier to balance in, and you will skid less. However, this is where the rocks are likely to be, and you probably can't see them.