Mark, i hold the camera static, no panning and once i have focused (using AF-on) i remove my finger from the button and get ready to shoot as soon as the rider enters the jump.
I will give the increased shutter speed a go this weekend, weather permitting of course....
If it all works well then i can use the new method i found to
create the final sequence image, i love how i can learn something new every day
Thanks for your suggestions, hopefully i can post a better image as soon as the opportunity arises :O)
Cheers, Martin