It would be so rad to see a huge increase in the OG (45-50 and up) riders doing wheelies around town! Ordered my 1st PK Ripper 27.5 last night. So excited to get it in July and start trying to do wheelies!

All us 40 and up guys going be riding our bikes yeahhh can't wait to get mine brother

Dropping jewels. Anybody noticed he thought a wheelie tutorial and how to ride your bike free with no hands. Gems. Watched this video at least 5x’s and just realized that and started riding with no hands again.

You’re probably the coolest dude ever! Great video.

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan! I’m just a old dude that loves bikes and I want everyone to enjoy them as much as I do🤘💪

@oilylizard86

2 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX you really are an inspiration for those of us that haven't ridden in close to 20 years, between seeing RAD in theatres for 35th and finding your page I am again on the hunt for my own bike.

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

@@oilylizard86 the new big bikes are dropping between now and Christmas 🤘

It’s been so long for me. Thank You for the video. I just bought a new bike. BMX was life until I got my license. I want to bunny hop those planters. I’m 42 now and it’s just as fun as it always was.

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

Long live the bunnyhop!

My Haro Pistol 29'er is arriving Wednesday and I can't wait to learn this :) I'll be 40 in February :) great video.

when you wheelie for a long time you definitely feel it in your fore arms

Thx for the great tips, appreciate your videos!!!🤘🏼

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I really appreciate it.

Dude.... this is soooooo awesome! Thanks!!

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I really appreciate it. Hope it helps!

Isaac I really enjoy your videos. I'm 54 yrs. old. My goal this year is to get a 20" BMX and learn to wheelie!

@MrKingNica

2 жыл бұрын

Make sure to wear a helmet

@reddirtwarriors4846

2 жыл бұрын

I heard that having a larger and wider tire helps with learning to do wheelies. For me, I simply won't fit a 20' so I went with a 27.5. It felt large sitting on the bike in the shop. I took it out for a test ride and was sold on buying a Big BMX. Just my thoughts.

Good descriptions Isaac... Working on mine and the video helps

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks Rick! Good luck on them. Take your time and give your brain time to adjust to the feeling of that weightless balance point. Wheelies are a learned feeling because once you hit that balance point, you're not really thinking about the tap/pedal mechanic. It's like shifting a car if you've driven a stick/manual transmission. I had to learn the sequence of clutch, shift, gas, release clutch - but now it I just do it without even thinking. Wheelies are the same thing.

43 this may am ready 2 get a 9er pk and ride wheelies your bike really nice 👍🏿

Lower gears, taller bars, laid back seat post, = super easy to wheelie. I built a 26" beach cruiser with the intention to turn it into a wheelie machine. Now its running a 25" tall 40" wide handle bar, 43" sissy bar, and a 21.5" flaming banana seat. I decided since I am 49, I better have a few gears. So its a 7 speed. I had to buy a tandem rear shift cable, so I could get it to the shifter. I love riding wheelies on my cruiser!!! 😎

@trentdawg2832

3 жыл бұрын

That thing sounds awesome brother! !!!!......I remember as a kid I had a 20" old school schwinn with 18" harley apes.......thought it was the coolest shit ever until it got even cooler when I took another set of front forks and cut the tubes off and extended mine on the bike.....it was a chopper bike, then put a lil 12" kids tire on front.....we used to do crazy shit to our bikes back in the 20th century. ....lol

i always just used my middle finger on the brake - now seeing this, i tried two fingers and found that its easier to "dose" the back brake - still cant wheelie more than cpl of meters - no time for practise - but will keep doing it that way in the future.. keep it up bro

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

kuhtreiber i go back and forth between index one-finger and index and middle finger. Find what feels comfy👍

The one trick I never mastered..did everything else from a rolling dacade, to tailwhips, but the Wheelie :(...Thanks for this tutorial.

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Herb brand it’s a lot easier on these big bikes vs the long rear triangle bikes we grew up with.

Awesome description Isaac for me its taller handlebars and stronger cranks...As in cranks my stock SE cranks and freewheel and bottom bracket needed a better upgrade to handle the torque.... The stock freewheel will slip!!! My shin still is black and blue from finding that out! LOL

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Check out the RideOutSupply.com freewheel. It’s got higher engagement. Same with the Origin8 freewheel. 👍

Great video again thanks , also noticed some sw armour and a mando helmet ? Lots of coolness here

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Yes sir! I dress up as a stormtrooper and visit kids at the local children’s hospital. It’s fun🤘

@mrforeman7443

4 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX awesome 👏👏 there's a bit of a trend with us retro era guys , bmx , rc cars and star wars, I'm converting a hasbro clone trooper helmet to more movie accurate at the moment, thanks for replying

Thank you!!!

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Hope this helps

Thanx for you videos, can u tell me what lights you have on ur bike.

I find quite the ladder with riding with no hands on the big bmx bike. That is having your legs out and feet more on the edge of the pedal for control.

Just starting out. What's a good set up to run for crank/cog? I want to run 180 point of contact freewheel. Drop any brands to look out for. Love the vids Isaac. Thank you and the community.

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

If you're looking for the best of the best for freewheelies - Profile Elite. if you're looking for an affordable freewheel that works great? RideOutSupply.com sells them and most bike shops carry the Origin8 Hornet freewheel. Those are the best mid-range freewheels in my opinion. I raised my stock 15 tooth freewheel to a 17 and it's a lot easier to lift the wheel up with that gear ratio. Good luck and thanks for watching!

Thanks for the vid, you mentioned you're getting a new bike. What are you getting?

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

I grabbed a 27.5 PK Ripper last week. I love it. I just posted the unboxing and first ride outside the shop. I’ll have a walk-around and thoughts on it later this week👍

Awesome, I was always the bicycle wheelie king in my hood (motorcycles too). I could wheelie a 20" in 2nd grade. BTW...I'm 55 (most guess late 30s -early 40's) just got back into riding. Dig your vids man.

@shlomovenezia101

3 жыл бұрын

LOL (humble brag)

@xeokym223

2 жыл бұрын

I'm 54 but people think I'm 24. Man, it's easy to lie on the intrawebs.

Try putting a maxxis Hookworms tire it's super good

Also try some koolstop breakpads

Appreciate this wheelie guide.. does it matter what brake pads to use I hear kool stops. I see 3 different kinds vans, bmx and mtb. Does it matter which one. Thinking might change out my freewheel to the one you recommend From ROS 17t. Keep the awesome videos coming !

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

I run the stock pads that came on the Big Ripper. You don’t need them to lock or stop the wheel. You need them to slow your looping out and guide the front wheel back into that balance point area is all. I’ve always been a fan of a brand called mathhauser or something similar to that spelling 🤘

@timzchannel1960

4 жыл бұрын

Isaac Irvine Cool I guess I see the younger guess using it thinking that will help my quest to wheelie! I was going to change my freewheel to a 17t but I have a 26” not a 29” . Would you recommend anything different or just practice. Gears I believe stock is 39t front and 17t rear. Thanks again for the time and help!

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

timZ Channel thanks Tim. Practice is what it really comes down to. You’re training your brain to feather the brake almost involuntary while you pedal. Like shifting a car - you just do it after awhile without thinking. I’d go with small increments in the back. One tooth at a time or maybe two at a time for the front sprocket. Changing one in the freewheel is the same as changing two in the sprocket for example. I think RideOutSupply only goes up to 17 so I’d look at lowering the sprocket size to a 37 or so🤘

@timzchannel1960

4 жыл бұрын

Isaac Irvine I noticed that my chain get sloppy after a while of practicing , should I invest in a chain tensioner? Is there better ones out there or they are pretty much the same?

Nice video bro 🤙... how many teeth does your front sprocket have? And how many teeth does your freewheel have bro? I have a 29 er aswell but dnt know if I need to change my set up..my front sprocket has 33T my freewheel is stock

Hmmm what height position would you suggest? I see the younger kids with seats all the way down, seems harder to lift though. Is it trial and error?

Can I replicate this on my full suspension mountain bike 29er? Like finding how to do that same gear set up. I wanna get a big bmx but wanna get use to the that gear ratio on my mountain bike that has like 11 gears.

You rock bro! I don't see much talking about the main difference geometry or build wise in between the Flyer and Ripper's actual ride application? Any thoughts? Thanks for your killer insight . I strictly rode BMX in the 80's and never really felt the same joy mountain biking, road or fixed track bike riding. Just picked up a SE stripped fusion that I'm in the middle of customizing and can't wait to start Rocking old school again. Peace bro.

@BigBikeBMX

Жыл бұрын

Hey man. The frame geometry is so close between the Big Ripper and Big Flyer it’s not an issue. Same with the PK Ripper 27.5 and the Beastmode. They’re close enough to group together

@starwilkinson8020

Жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX so ultimately it's really just the fine nuances of the style of the bike and a couple of the bells and whistles, and not it's strength or purpose? Thanks for your input.

Nice video! Do you by chance remember what seat post you’re running on that bike. It looks like it has a little setback and for a railed seat. Thanks.

@BigBikeBMX

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! The seatpost in this video is a stock SE seatpost. It came on my big ripper. Good luck!

Nice

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! - and thanks for watching

Hello , I see the seat post low is that better or should I have it normal? Thank you. I'm 45 and ride a big ripper

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Laz Esq I ride it somewhat higher than most. Higher seat makes wheelies easier

Isaac, which BOX lever is that. I wanna pick one up but seen a few variations.

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Hey man. It's called, "BOX THREE SHORT REACH V-POINT RACE BRAKE LEVER". I think it was about 24-30 bucks.

What is that brake lever?? I only know old school stuff and I now have a big ripper and would like that type of brake lever on mine. I just need to know what it’s called so I can get one. My old school late 70s-80s BMXs I’m sticking with the period Correct But with the big ripper I would like to get new school stuff on it

What brakes do you prefer?

does seat height make a difference? mine seems to be higher than yours. Im 5'10"

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

It all depends on comfort. Try it at a lower height and see if it feels easier to float in that balance point. I’ve always found them easier with the seat up about three-four inches for my body/height. It’s trial and error for that one brother

Awesome vids! trying to get back into BMX after a 22 year absence. Used to just ride street with some minor tricks on a 20", however, really looking into a 26" or possibly a 29". Any advice on getting back into it at 42?

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

Find a style of bike you like and buy it. The 26” and 29” are every bit of fun As you remember BMX being. We were kids on bikes adults raced. The big bikes feel like that - big BMX bike. If you’re going for agile street riding, 26” or 27.5 are perfect. I’d highly suggest waiting for a 27.5 PK Ripper. SE is restocking those on a few months.

@alxamchne

2 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX thanks for the response! I was looking at a Haro Downtown 26 a couple months ago, however, Ill make a decision in the next couple when I finally make a purchase.

@dereckc9469

2 жыл бұрын

@@alxamchne 48 here, I just bought a budget 26" to see if I would stick w/riding after not being on a bike since 16. I tried a 20" a few years ago it was fail. 26 was the way to go for me, been riding a few miles every other day. good luck

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

@@alxamchne if you’re patient you can find some great 26” bikes out there. The Haro Downtown is a great option

@alxamchne

2 жыл бұрын

@@dereckc9469 thanks man. I think im gonna head to the bike shop by my house and see if they have 26 left. Back in May they had 3 and it was the only BMX option they had due to stock issues. Cant wait for that first ride

thanks for the clear instructions from a 51 y/o! and whats up with the tk in the bbb? greetings from tk28602 from socal garrison!

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

TK9492 Dune Sea Garrison here🤘

@frogsiphone

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX very cool! i'm part of local old school bmx club here in socal too. and wouldn't you know, its filled with a bunch of legion members ;)

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

@@frogsiphone That's awesome. I haven't trooped in ages but I still have my TK, TB, and TI kits in the garage.

@frogsiphone

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX i have those kits too. and thanks again for the tips! just picked up a 2013 24" retro floval and need to get back in the flow. feel free to hit me up in the forums too. thanks, dude!!

What gear ratio are you running? I just bought a big flyer to start riding again. Im 31 and havent rode bmx since i was 14-15. Already having issues with the SE bottom bracket so got a profile racing crank but trying to figure out what sprocket/ gear ratio to run

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

I run stock on my big flyer but I did get a bigger freewheel when I first got back into it. I suggest a 17tooth if you want to get back and wheelie. For long rides - 16 is great.

How long did it take you to learn how to wheelie

What’s the sprocket size

Any pointers on having trouble getting the front up that easy ? I have a blocks flyer 26” and it fits perfect for me but when I try to pull the front up it’s harder than I remember on my 20”. I’m 35 by the way so it’s been a minute.

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Id maybe look at a new freewheel with one tooth bigger than you’re running now. See if that makes the front wheel pop a little easier💁‍♂️🤘

@vict8206

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same issue with my Sunday 29er. Its mostly in the legs. Getting a good pop on your dominant foot is key. You actually don't use your arms as much as you would think to pull it up.

Is that a lofter of jive sticker on the forks? 'Club Homeboy'?

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Herb brand of course! If you search the channel videos for RideOutSupply custom theme - I have a whole Freestylin’ Ripper decal set🤘

@aphex14

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX I became a member back in '87, and still have my badge and some items...nice!! And Yes, these Big BMX Bikes is our Fountain of Youth...Feeling like I did back in the 80's.

What rear gear sprocket are u using? What’s the tooth on yours you use?

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

On my 29s it’s 36/16 now. Learning wheelies again I used a 36/17 to make it easier to pop up. Usually that one tooth in the freewheel or cog (cassette hubs) does the trick until you build up the leg strength 💪

What gearing would you have on a 26"? I got a new kink drifter, which I love, but it's fast. 25 to 10

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Are you looking to cruise it around? Street stuff? Wheelies? I run a medium gearing on my 26” Haro. I’ll look up the freewheel/sprocket gearing and reply here

@mikenagy4

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX I cruise around the beach mainly and make feeble attempts at wheelies. Surely it can't be my lack of talent holding me back lol. I figured because this thing is geared like it is, it's making it a little tougher

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikenagy4 ya man, easier gearing helps a TON! Work smarter, not harder🤘

Great video. Have you only tried SE big BMX? What about Cult or Sunday 29”. Do you think aluminum is better than tried and true chromoly?

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Cult and Sunday make great bikes. I own a Sunday Model C actually. I grew up on 4130 bikes. I don’t honestly care about the material as much as I care about geometry. Cult and Sunday produce a big bike but they’re not investing in the scene or sponsoring big bike riders so nobody really knows much about their bikes. I prefer to spend my money on SE / Throne / Haro - brands that are investing in the sport of big BMX bikes. I have a buddy who rides a cult and loves it. My opinion is ride the bikes and brands you love. Just ride. That’s what it’s all about in the end - enjoying bikes🤘

@ksick2856

4 жыл бұрын

Isaac Irvine AgreeD. Well said. Just trying to figure out which bike is going to be best for me since there is no BMX scene here in Vancouver and the only BMX bike store just closed in March because of Covid. So I really don’t think I’ll be able to try a bike before I buy it. I’m riding a 1982 26” Maruishi right now. bmxmuseum.com/bikes/maruishi/77574. PK ripper looks awesome, but don’t know about size. I’m 6”3 215lbs. Thought I had it narrowed down to Sunday High C or Big ripper but Om Duro and PK ripper look rad but both 27.5.

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

The OM Duro XL feels nice. It's 4130. Doesn't feel small to me at all. I know Matt Rickard rides for SE Bikes and he's 6'5 tall. He rides a Big Ripper with 10" rise bars and has the best bike-control in the game. The Sunday High C with some taller bars will also feel pretty good looking at the geometry. My buddy Reck rides a Cult Devotion 29 with 9" bars. He's a taller guy and says it feels perfect. Best advice. Go with a 29 from Cult, Sunday, or SE and add some taller bars and you'll be good. I feel pretty confident saying that.

@ksick2856

4 жыл бұрын

Isaac Irvine that’s great advice. Thank you. Just did some calling. I can get my hands on a Sunday and cult right now. SE would have to be a special order. I really appreciate your time, responses and videos. Thank you.

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

kstinky2856 that sunrise colorway on the high C is hot🤘🔥. Tag me on Instagram and show off what you pick up💪🤘 @bigbikebmx on Instagram

What camera are you using?

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

It was an insta360. Super hard to edit though🤘

How tall are you Sir? Thanks

Hi, does tire pressure play a part? If so what is recommended?

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. I run my tires at full suggested PSI on the side of the tire. The more pressure you have, the less resistance you have and things are easier.

@mikea3867

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX thank you for the tip. is there a gear ratio that will make it easier or more comfortable or is it just preference? I have a 29 GT 33:16 which came stock with the bike. I’ve heard you mention you run a 33:17.

🤘🏾🤘🏾🚲💙

Wow what kind of camera you using

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Insta360 twin. I don't love it that much honestly.

I have to find my balance and use my brake more and I used to do wheelies I used to just use the pedals to wheelie to I would pedal as hard as I can so I would be 20-30 mph so I would use speed not good

If U hand off ur camera too ur friend and film you mite see how ur moving to help understand better how you so cool too see Help others on tricks hope U do more !!! I’m 51 and ride a Standard 24”

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks George

yo isaac i never owned a 29er i am looking at a throne goon and we big flyer what do you recommend me

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

That’s a really common question. Both brands make a solid bike at that price point. Both are strong bikes. I’ve never ridden a Throne myself but my friends who have love them. The integrated chain tensioners on the throne are nice. Big flyers are comfy. You’ll be happy with either option for basic riding and wheelies. They’ll both hold up to abuse with some minor upgrades. If you can find a shop, try and ride them both. I interviewed Tucker who rides for Throne - check out the interview in my videos. I asked him the difference between them both🤘

@yannikpineda6758

4 жыл бұрын

thxs!

What freewheel u got

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

This is an Origin8 Hornet 17tooth 1/8 Freewheel. Thanks for watching!

@ss396rat

4 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX great I got the same one. This is gee n Chel from Instagram by the way. 😂

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

SS396RAT oh hey Gee! Ya man, it’s an amazing freewheel. Hope this little video helps you stay motivated to keep pushing forward on your wheelie journey bro🤘💪

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

SS396RAT just subscribed to your channel for tat Nova game🤘🤘

@ss396rat

4 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX 😂😂😎😎

What think about haro pistol for riding wheels?

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Haro makes a balanced bike. I haven't ridden the Pistol personally but I've rode the 26 Haro Master and it feels really balanced. Any of the bike bikes will be comfy. Raise the seat up a bit.

@adrianramos5541

3 жыл бұрын

I have 29in I'm 6,2 and I'm also 47 bike should be here this weekend..

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Adrian Ramos that’s awesome! You’re going to love it🤘

Yoooo I’m in Goodyear I have a 29 inch SE. I’m pretty new to the scene and would love to get with you and learn to wheelie and attend some rides. How can I contact you?

@aputman859

3 жыл бұрын

I’m also from the bay as well!

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

Hey man! Best places to find rideouts is on Instagram. Follow @bigbikebmx @bmxballers and Cooperstate Cruisers BMX and Cactus Cruisers. That's where I find most of the local rideouts. Once I get the vaccine, I'll be out riding in the big group rides.

47 teaching myself to ride wheelies. So close I can taste it thanks for the tips. Time to go to work! #_thebicyclepoet_ Shoutout to #pcwc

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

I love it! Put in work and it'll happen. Show 209 how it's done!

@grannybemx6729

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX that's the plan🦄🚲😎

Dude you're just like when im 47

How tall are you?

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

5’11

Are you lifting off the pedal then smashing on it or is your foot always on the pedal and you just push harder with the dominate foot then pull up. Also what clock position is the crank when you mash on it to pop the wheelie

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

great question. Its always on the pedal and I'd say I start pushing down at the 1-2 o'clock position. Also, I'm pulling up AND back on the bars at the same time. Thanks for watching and for the question - Isaac

@29er_lifestyle95

4 жыл бұрын

Isaac Irvine Thanks isaac! When will we see some pk ripper vids👀👀

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Soon!!

❤️🧡💛💚💙

Are you sitting down when you pull up and pedal to get the wheelie up?

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Push down on the crank with your dominant (strongest) leg while pulling up and back with your arms to get back into the wheelie in one smooth / even motion. Good luck!

The audio sounds like it was underwater😕

@BigBikeBMX

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, unfortunately that’s how Insta360 records. 🤷‍♂️

I can’t even lift up my wheel 2 inches

@BigBikeBMX

4 жыл бұрын

Pull up on the bars evenly while you mash down on your crank. That’s how it’s done. Lean forward and pull back in one motion. It’ll happen with time and patience🤘

@jxb4571

4 жыл бұрын

Moderate your pedals to what speed your going and sit as far back as you can on your seat and keep your arms straight and also don’t concentrate on your front wheel look where you are going

I'm too old to fall tho.

Why does State Farm have some Indian dot not feather song on their ads?? This is America.

But you also seem to be shifting alot on your butt or using your thighs on the top of the frame as if you are actually keeping from falling over to the side. 11:04

Great video man. But can you help me? I really like the Big ripper. But the GT performer was my dream bike as a kid. Is the 29 big ripper and 29 GT about the same size do you think? My current bike is a 29 jamis dakota kountain bike. Its a size 21. Im a big guy, 6ft 3, 380. But at 48, that constant mountain bike forward lean gets to me now. Any help will be appreciated.

@BigBikeBMX

Жыл бұрын

Both of those bikes will be comfy for you dude. If your dream bike was a GT, get one of those and it’ll be a Time Machine. Grab some 9 inch bars and you’ll be set🤘

@blacksnakegray2552

Жыл бұрын

@@BigBikeBMX thanks for the fast response. I wear a 15 shoe. Do you think that i may have problems with the front wheel hitting my foot?

What camera are you using?

@BigBikeBMX

3 жыл бұрын

The insta360. Hated editing the footage though so got rid of it.