Wow, great filming, awesome editing, good riding and fantastic tips! Subscribing for sure. Thanks for the briliant content!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Wow back. Appreciate your kind words and the sub. Welcome aboard.

@notapplicable6274

3 жыл бұрын

Over 40? 😎

@MTBMOR

3 жыл бұрын

Lots of fun and I enjoy the content aimed at the older generations. We have more fear, experience, and heal slower.

@martinpolach6171

3 жыл бұрын

@@notapplicable6274 how about ..over 70!

@pwade5000

2 жыл бұрын

@@notapplicable6274 ugh. 43

I’m 42 and I’m getting the kids bmx out tomorrow while they are at school so they don’t see me eat dirt lol

@paulchristiansen7014

3 жыл бұрын

do a video of it and share with us

@keithmctyere6352

2 жыл бұрын

I’m 34, an I jus tried this shit at 6am.. Coming out later to show the kids

@JohanAndersson78

2 жыл бұрын

😆👍👍👍

@bimathy

2 жыл бұрын

I am 37 and ate shit on a manual a week ago, my tail bone still hurts :( but I have been back on it most days and am getting better slowly.

@sealteam608

Жыл бұрын

Good luck Nick

Ok here we go at 59. Thanks.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

YES! Master looping out first. Maybe start in the grass too.

@robertritchie2860

3 жыл бұрын

Yep im almost up there with you at 56👍

@andream.464

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertritchie2860 53 will give it a shot

@jimgarrett1581

3 жыл бұрын

51 here. Gave up on hang 5s when my buddy said "I hope you have a good dental plan."

@robertritchie2860

3 жыл бұрын

@@jimgarrett1581 you have teeth 🤣

really wanna get back into bmx, 35 years old and it's super supportive to see the older gens still having a go. Breathes confidence in to restarting things we were once passionate about. really appreciate it guys

I'm 40 gonna be 41 this month. Started riding again after I lost my family and it's total therapy, something that takes the world outta me. Thank God for his presence in my life and his awesome creation of bikes👍♥️

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

My heart goes out to you brother. I have lost people close to me and the bike has always been a saving grace for me too. Sending love from Colorado!

@eddiecb1990

2 жыл бұрын

God didn't create bikes, what a stupid comment

@huggyboy6974

2 жыл бұрын

I'm with you bro. Total therapy riding bikes. And I get what you mean about God creating bikes - that God gave someone a brain to design and build bikes. Keep giving thanks.

@jeffarcher400

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss. Hopefully you can find the peace that surpasses all understanding. After I lost my wife I definitely needed the slow calm quiet of the outdoors. I found comfort in surfing, skiing and dirt biking but you can't do it every day and it's expensive running around. Since I got into e mountain bikes it's now easy to ride every day. The magic carpet has just enough power to be fun but more forgiving than a motorcycle. Now I am scouring Google Earth for new undiscovered singletrack and ways to connect areas into megaloops plus making a few secret tracks of my own. Fun is the only natural cure for sadness and loss. Be careful because you can't judge speed when it's silent but I would highly recommend giving it a try. It's like living in your own private Idaho!

@jeroenberger9064

Жыл бұрын

God don’t make no bicycles, people do. 😂

I'm 57 currently learning manual, bunnyhop and wheelie. It's not easy.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

It’s an awesome challenge to give yourself. Wheelie video out this Thursday.

@talkingouttayourtube

3 жыл бұрын

Yes dude! I’m 41. Learning dirt jumping since building a few jumps for my kids during lockdown last year and totally getting the bug. Landed on my back a few weeks back manualing and it still hurts but hey, you only live once. I’m not giving up.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

@@talkingouttayourtube Going Dirt Jumping today!

@basiliobastardo255

3 жыл бұрын

me too at 47, I'll learn it even my Rheumatism attacks.. damn

@bravoswede

3 жыл бұрын

Ahh, sun's out riding weather Abound. Setting goals. 54, and gonna get good at this before 60👍👍👍😂

41 years old. It took me 3 years to learn manuals. Best advice I have that no one ever mentions is to drop your back foot as you pull back. It kind of helps scoop up the bike and makes balancing much easier.

@insanewayne75

3 жыл бұрын

I've watched 1 video with someone saying to drop the back heal. It was Tom Cardy. He was teaching his girlfriend how to manual.

@stinkyham9050

3 жыл бұрын

@@insanewayne75 Wish I had seen that video first. It would have saved me a lot of time. Lol

@springbloom5940

3 жыл бұрын

The problem is that you have to be pretty fit and chances are, if you're just learning this at 40+, you're probably riding in the first place to get fit.

@spas_minkov

3 жыл бұрын

@@springbloom5940 I am 38, and although I've been riding for more than 20 years, bmx as a teen, mtb for the past 10, I've never managed to do manual. Most people struggle with balancing, I struggle with getting to that point. I am not affraid to ride fast DH, with jumps, but the moment my front wheel gets a foot or so in the air, my brain gets in panic mode. The more I try, the more my panic reaction gets imprinted into my brain. So it is not a matter of try, and being older without manual skills, does not mean you are not experienced and fit. The first tip, learn to loop out is not relevant to me, because I cannot fall on my back even on a bmx. Part if the problem, I think, is that I am quite short, 5'5" with short arms and legs.

@thelunchmoney3122

2 жыл бұрын

@@springbloom5940 That's where I am at right now. I have another... 6 months before I am really ready to try working on "mountain biking skills" beyond working my arse off on the pump tracks.

Yes! Great bits of advice! I learned manuals 20 years ago when I was 15 and I'm still learning every day I go out for a ride. I'd only add one thing: always give your brain and your body a break each 10 min of practice. Stop for a minute or distract yourself doing something different. Your entire body uses this moment to "metabolise" what you've practiced and right after it puts the new information into work.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Super good add! I try not to ever do the same thing longer than 20 min and on the BMX it’s usually a lot less because there are so many potential distractions with other features. I think a vid that’s about all these little learning hacks would be great.

@malikridesmtb

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree on giving short breaks in between and not getting fatigued out.... specially when you are over 40..... giving short breaks really keep thing moving for a long time with more fun.

Sometimes I feel bad for learning this at 46 but looking at you, you look totally bad ass. “good for the soul,” indeed!

when you have gray hair...and goes through life so much, doing manuals cuts off some 15-20yrs, I feel 20 after a good manual 😂🤘

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

You’re right. Manuals may be the fountain of youth.

@mclmm7494

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah to you loop one and feel 20 years older! 👴🏼

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

@@mclmm7494 FOR SURE!!!

@jdv943

3 жыл бұрын

youll surely feel like 20 back in college after a bunch of 15 year olds beat your gray ass up for cutting them off

Just turned 35 and bought a new bmx after putting it down for about 10 years. Never dialed manuals back then, but I'm determined to now as an old dude! Thanks for this!

I'm 58. Last winter I practiced manuals many times in a manual machine and it on the bike. I never got to where I could hold one for now than a few feet but I did find I could save a lot of mud on my face by doing a two foot manual over mud puddles on the trail!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Even a short manual is super handy on trail. We may do a vid that will help you add to the manual you’ve got.

@beckyhall7437

Жыл бұрын

This is awesome 😎 how long can you go

So pleased to stumble across this channel. I love my bikes but really love the play-bikes, like bmx & trials, the most. This is such helpful stuff as I watch my 55th birthday drift into history. Wrinkly Riders unite!

@wolverinebear5357

3 жыл бұрын

Same just found this channel an the comment section is rad

I'm only 24 and can manual pretty well, but I still loved this video! I hope I'm as cool as you guys when I get older. But honestly, I'm not a believer in learning with a small bike - for two reasons: On a larger bike (Trail or Enduro) the correct technique is much more important and you will have to learn it first in order to manual at all, where as with the small bike you can sort of cheat yourself and get away with improper technique that won't work on the big bike. Second, a bigger bike is heavier and has a longer wheelbase and thus will react slower to your inputs when balancing. It will feel less snappy and you could say that is more forgiving to beginners.

Thanks for remembering us old guys. And yes, manuals suck to learn.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha. You’re welcome!

simple and precise and fun to watch. I really enjoy your howto videos a lot, cheers!

I’m 71 and just started BMX. It’s to improve my mountain bike skills and build endurance. I’m watching tons of KZread videos on MTB and Velosolutions built a small track in our town park!! Hopefully I’ll improve.

I think this applies to learning most skills: learn how to fail first. Learn how it feels like, then you will have found your limits; anything within that limit is not scary and therefore possible.

Looping out when trying to learn the manual (at an advanced age) is the best advice I have yet seen in any how-to-manual tutorial. For weeks I was too afraid to lean back and use the brake to save me from falling on my back, because my 50-year-old brain kept reminding me of like 5-10 things that might happen if I fail. I went even one step further and practiced looping out in a freshly mowed meadow that still had all the hey laying around. That was "save enough" for my brain to finally let me lean back, lift that handlebar and kick out. It took me about 2 hours to finally get it done smoothly, but that's a big accomplishment for me. Now it's on to step 2...

@JoyOfBike

2 жыл бұрын

Well done!!!

We need more people like him. Top man, top values

I'm 33 and started yesterday. Glad I found this video. Much appreciated!

In your opening…you stated, “this is the how to manual for over 30’s, over 40’s and over 50’s”- shit- don’t stop there….I’m 61 and still wheeling and moto-x after all these years….damn, I hate being left out-ha

A lot of great mtb channels out there. This one is probably the most relatable. Haha 😆 Great vid!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Edward Chen Appreciate you Edward!!!

Loved this video man - great presentation style, quirky humour (Tufty Tips!) and engaging well with your audience by demonstrating what you mean, but without being patronising. I'm 42 and haven't been on a BMX since I was a kid, but you've got me looking at the free-ads!! New subscriber here!

40+ crowd here. Even when you think you know the fundamentals it's nice to find this video for a reminder. Great demo video.

I definitely recommend this channel, and Kyle & April for learning MTB

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. Means a lot.

@k1ng.k0e

3 жыл бұрын

@@JoyOfBike yea man!! Gotta spread that MTB dream!

This was INCREDIBLY helpful! Thank you so much! I’m 45 and just started riding again after 30 years off, and this is EXACTLY what I needed to see (and hear). Can’t wait to get out there and practice looping out!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah. Start on grass or dirt even for the first few loop outs.

I'm 45 and this video is for me! Great job!

New Subscriber and NEW to MTB (previous road) @ 64 years young! 🇺🇸

Really appreciated this! I’m 41 and have been working on this for about 9 months and realise there’s another few years of practise in it! Was encouraging to see you guys admitting it takes dedication practise and determination too. Definitely wish there was more of people showing the hard yards and effort involved in obtaining these skills. I think you learn things better if you do them the slow and detailed way like that, rather than just rushing and achieving messy results! So thanks guys!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

They are monsterously hard but stick with it. Mine are okay. Sean's have continued to get better and they are nearly miraculous now!!!

Perfect video from me as I'm turning 64 this month! Recently switched to flat pedals after years of riding clipless because I wanted to practice bunnyhops, stoppies, and wheelies/manuals. Started really putting in the effort since summer 2020. Did several days of just dropping off the back and landing on both feet as you said (good advice!) starting to get the hang of it! Cheers from Tokyo!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Tokyo!!! Wow. Glad it helped!

@hotbeerjosh9019

Жыл бұрын

This pumps me up. I hope I am still athletic in 20 years.

I'm 43 I was learning to ride bmx when I was 30 hit helps my knees then I moved in 2015 and didn't have a bike to ride, now I just got me a new bike by fix in late 2021 it's to cold to ride but it's getting warmer and being older this video helps me so much. I can't wait for warm days I'm trying to get my bunny hop higher too!

Life saver! Now I can finally start to try properly. Thanks man!! Cheers from Brasil

Loving this, as a 40 year old learning BMX I can tell you the youngsters don’t try and keep you safe 😆

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

No doubt!!

@sakkek5349

3 жыл бұрын

45 now, and most of tricks learned nearly 40 years ago, when started cycling. And am pretty pleased that no1 told me to stop at that time. Would literally break my self to pieces to learn those now. But better later then never..👍

Be open to looping out intentionally is golden advice. Even though I can wheeeeeeelie no probs, grabbing brake on manuals is my nemisis.

@howiegruwitz3173

3 жыл бұрын

I wish wheelies were cool again. And x-ups.

@beckyhall7437

Жыл бұрын

This is awesome 😎 how long can you go

Thanks guys! I'm 51 and just got back on a bmx after a 35 year break! My how things have changed, and i'm looking forward to my manual journey!

This is the BEST channel ever! These guys are my long lost brothers in bikes. Thanks for making biking doable again!!

Great Video! Old Guys Rule, especially you two!!!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Sean's a baby. He's just 36.

@excelisfun

3 жыл бұрын

@@JoyOfBike Riiiiight! A young Old Guy. I just subbed and rang the bell.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the crew!

@excelisfun

3 жыл бұрын

@@JoyOfBike Rad Crew!!! So glad : )

@breezy_vaulter1311

3 жыл бұрын

@@JoyOfBike a baby is 36 to you.. so what am I...? An infant 12 year old lol

OK, finally get some content for the over 60 crowd! Yes, yes I did learn something new. THANK YOU :-)

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Old Man Fat Bike Hahaha. Yessir. We’re gonna bring it. Welcome to the channel!

Love how you're breaking this down. Thank you!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Have fun and stay off the tailbone!!

Wish I’d have learned this before I was 63. Love your vids and the editing inserts crack me up. I’ll be the old noob practicing manuals and pumps at Valmont....thanks!

43 here, will try this weekend. Pray for me...

Found this so helpful and relatable, thanks! Really great in depth tips! Getting into BMX as a 33 y/o female is pretty intimidating when you go down the park and it's all 20 y/o blokes flipping around! 😅 I get so nervous even trying looping out though - could this be practiced on grass?!? 🤔

@JoyOfBike

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll bet it’s intimidating. I still get that feeling and sometimes I’ll go ride someplace else. Ha. Vibe matters!! But most people are super cool. Practice the loop in the grass for sure. Whatever makes you comfortable is great!!!

@roweme

2 жыл бұрын

@@JoyOfBike glad I'm not the only one feeling B&B out of place with the young-uns! Thank you - will try and practice on grass 😀

Thanks for an honest, comprehensive tutorial! More BMX please! I got a 20 inch to use as a piece of training equipment.

Now that I'm almost 40 and been riding bikes my whole life to this day I think back on how many toe nails I've ripped off, how many times landing on my tailbone which really sucks still feeling it now, and knocking the wind outta myself from landing flat on my back... All these memories come back while watching this

I built and enjoyed riding BMX's in the late 80's then decide to buy one 2019, it sat in my house looking back at me until I saw this video. Thanks for the tips and confidence, I'm 46 😜👍🏾

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Nice. What did you buy?

Now that you all covered how to manual on a bmx for those over 40, how about a follow up vid on how to manual on a big 29" mtb?

@JKnivezz

3 жыл бұрын

Yes please, or even a 27.5. Seems like the wheel has to go much higher than a bmx

@0nurbis

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, who want to buy a Bmx just to manual ?

@nosreuter

3 жыл бұрын

@@0nurbis I sort of did.. Turned out riding at the local skate park was a blast, even at age 37 🤘

@nosreuter

3 жыл бұрын

@@ark8tct I'm mostly freaked out by the weak brakes on the bmx, so used to powerful enduro capable brakes. Otherwise it's a lot of fun! A little harsh with rigid bike and concrete. Soon.. weak rim brakes and rattling bones are the reasons why I would like a dj. But then again, the bmx is so pure..!

@insanewayne75

3 жыл бұрын

@@ark8tct never to old for a dirt jumper. I'm 46 and had my GT Ruckus dj for 16 years now. If you are getting a dirt jumper then get one with horizontal dropouts and go single speed. I've got bmx chain and cranks on mine. I've crashed it 100s of times and it's never broken.

I got my first full suspension MTB when I retired (I've always had road bikes) so I'm looking forward to the video for learning on a larger frame.

I just started learning manuals using this video. Learning to loop out safely was my hangup. Day 1 was today and I did 70 loopouts. Got a 30ft manny on asphalt toward the end. This vid is the best manual vid on youtube.

Soooo...when and where do we get our hands on a sticker version of that "Joy of Bike" badge design!?!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Nick Hammond What are you sir? Some sort of clairvoyant? Stickers showed up yesterday and I’m stoked. None look like the channel badge but they may be even better.

@NHammondDesign

3 жыл бұрын

@@JoyOfBike Take my money. We have a couple new Commencal bikes showing up in the next week or two and I can already hear them calling from their shipping boxes for some of those bad larry's.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Nick Hammond Commencal. Yes!!DM me on Insta with an address and I’ll get some out to ya.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

@brogusky

@WeAreBikeScouts

3 жыл бұрын

Yes to this 100%, and also a BROgusky sticker!

Love the attitude!!!

I'm 36. I'm a roadie but loving my bmx just as much as it's super relaxing and super fun. Thanks for this video and for all advices! 👍✌

I watched this and then I broke my hip. I had to use my life alert.

Love your videos. I thought I was the only 50 something learning to wheelie.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

This is a manual but we have a wheelie video too. That might be the place to start.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

@@ark8tct Three of us at least!!

So far the most realistic and useful steps I wish I was there to ride on your smooth grounds ours is super rough and risky...

I'm 43 and just picked up a new BMX today with the sole intention to learn to manual, ride a few pump tracks, etc. I've watched a few 'how to manual' videos before today but yours just popped up now. It's awesome! Thanks for the tips. Fingers crossed I can crack looping out.

I love how stoned he is

🤣🤣🤣 wow, "for the over 30, 40..." For that alone you get a like and subscribe. And I'm loving the oldschool fonts; takes me back 😂

This is cool from a dad 35 that manual 180 still Woodard this spring with my son

I feel so much better after finding this channel

I’m still recovering from landing on my tailbone

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

It’s shocking how much it hurts

@dolphinberserk

3 жыл бұрын

I can totally relate. I have smashed my tailbone three times in my life and have never even tried to do manuals on a bike - that's why I'm here I guess.

@mikedevlinbmx7208

3 жыл бұрын

Me too lol 15 years later 😄

I am sad now that I gave my Robertson away. I am only 68 years young.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

With I had my old one too. Actually saw one in a BMX museum. Didn't looks as good as i remembered. : )

Brilliant tutorial. At 31 with 20 years biking still can't really manual for a long distance. Tons of great tips. Emphasis on repetition too, love it.

I want to thank you so much. I'm over 50 and feel like I never quite get there with this stuff. When you told me you've been at it for 3 years that made me feel normal, and that I could at some point get it. Thank you again. I'll start tomorrow!

I’d rather get a good manual from my girlfriend, but that will do.

@mikedevlinbmx7208

3 жыл бұрын

A nice old fashioned 😂

As someone who broke my back learning to manual, I have a PSA: Do not do this on pavement. Do it on grass/dirt. Sure, he jokes about having a pillow, but I now ride with a back guard.

When I turned 45 last November I decided do reactivate my BMX and learn to manual during winter season. It´s great fun practicing in our street. And besides it´s kind of a workout - after half an hour I am completly soaked. I wanted to show my progress in my KZread Channel but since I am not really progressing... Anyway, I am glad to came across your channel. It will motivate me to get on my bike tomorrow. Hopefully.

47 yrs and loving it, thanks for the tutorial legends

37 always loved the BMX over mountain bikes, I follow my mates on dirt tracks lol can't wait to give this here a try

At 46 years age, you made my day! My respect mate!

Also, keep your heels dropped. The brain wants to flatten the feet but you have to be relaxed with your heels below your toes. A lot of people trying to flatpedal manuals and don't know that it's the reason they can't. You have to trust yourself and relax. Good vid guys, one of the best I've seen and I've coached BMX before

Late to your party but you've motivated me to bust out my GT BMX tomorrow to practice this! Ty guys!

Shout to the Albes sticker. Great company, great customer service. Made a lifetime customer out of me after some issues I had to address with an order. Communicative and kept me informed every step of the way, even though I was not the only customer they had to deal with.

I’m 38 and got into mountain biking 1 year ago cause I HATE cardio at the gym lol this vid gives me much hope 😁

Great video! Stoked to find your channel! I’m 46, grew up on a skateboard and fell in love with bikes about 5 years ago!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Stoked you found us too!!

I started riding at 15, I've thrown flips, cork 7's, and done 5's, but manuals have always been the bane of my existence. I've watched other how to's and this one hits me better. I'm 34 and disabled due to my spine, and with this I think I could still learn it. You hit some intricacies others miss. Definitely looking forward to trying this method eventually.

49 and just started riding again after a 13yr hiatus. This helped so much. Thnkx !

Hello from India Alex... Love your channel... Easy to understand tutorials... Fun to watch... Keep it up.

63 did wheelies in the 60's with stingrays now started again in April MTB. Practicing.features ,jumps and wheelies before body says .NO mas!

Lots of wisdom in this video. Hard won I’m sure. Thanks!

I´m 41 and i will start now! This is the best manual tutorial i have ever seen... Thanks a lot!

Very very good stuff guys we need more videos like these 👍🏼

This video describes my experience with the manual perfectly so far which gives me hope to still learn it.

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

Subscribed! This is the kind of content I have been looking for. Keep up the great work!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

We’re on it brother!!!

I miss this kind of content from this channel. This channel when it started spoke to me unlike any other bike channel given my current age, ability level, and riding interests.

Awesome video!! This really lays it out. Here we go!!!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

This is the first video I have seen from your channel, Great Stuff! Subscribed and looking forward to more!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Danzigity Fz Thanks!!

This is great. Just picked up a Sunday bmx. So psyched

@JoyOfBike

2 жыл бұрын

Yesbro!!!

Great video. Thanks for the tip summaries.

I'm 48 and I hereby promise I will accomplish this. I'm doing it for myself AND to hang out with my little kid. Thnx for the instruction.

Great show! I'm 44, just started riding again and my kids and I love bmx!

@JoyOfBike

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!!!

Over 50 . You don’t make me ashamed now. Bless you guys 🎉🎉

Not surprising that you are making the absolute best videos for new and intermediate MTBers on the internet. Can't wait to see this channel grow and see what someone like Alex is going to do with favorite hobbies!!!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Fantastic! I smiled through the entire video!57 and getting better at MTB all the time! Great video and advice! Can't wait to try out the suggestions! Thank you!!!

@JoyOfBike

3 жыл бұрын

Shawna Love And now I’m smiling! Welcome to the crew!

I'm going to get this! 41 and I'm determined to wheelie and manual proficiently and enjoy it for the rest of my life. I'd love to just coast a manual along a mountain bike trail... ONE DAY! Thanks for the video, I'm glad I watched it (I think the hip/bum awareness will be the key point for me, I bet my bum is going diagonally upward rather than downward...)

padded/ protective shorts... $30 available everywhere (online) feel weird at first, but you'll forget they are on in no time ;)

And just like that you got a sub from a 51yo returning to the sport after 35+ years. Thanks loads for what you're both doing. Keep it up.

I am 53 with Arthritis in hip and want to learn BMX thanks for including us old guys

Thanks I'm 42 and getting my first "legit" BMX bike since I was a kid in the 80s and this is going to be useful!

Wow - so your emphasis on keeping the bum low really worked. I could never master that L shaped movement so I just focused on pushing my bum back (from a very low near-sitting position) and I managed to lift the front wheel off just by the backwards hip motion! Still just a few inches off the ground and it's only up for a second or two but that's a breakthrough for me! Thanks for this video! Really helpful and very encouraging. I really like your tip about short but consistent practice. I really want to keep at it!