Originally Posted by Leisesturm

Not to sound unsympathetic but why does the o.p. imagine that the 're-acquisition' of bentlegs can be sped up? It will take what it will take. Steamer's drills are definitely a way to be more directed about it, and there is also the fact that the second time around 'some' aspects of bent riding are going to be retained. You don't have to learn it ALL over again. But, there was a hiatus getting back to baseline will take what it takes. Enjoy the journey and don't fret about the destination.

Originally Posted by GhostRider62

Well, if it is going to take 18 months of agony again. I might just quit bents to be quite frank. I was looking for help, not **** from you.

Steamer's suggestion was a good one. Will follow.

Yours is a lousy post. This is not about learning. It about physiological adaptation. Some training methods are better than others.