So, you think you can wheelie?

G_Body_Man wrote: I've thought about getting rid of my MTB and going down to a 20" BMX. You guys aren't helping .

Details on your MTB? Oh, and I have ~80% of a sweet vintage Powerlite, if you're interested.

In reply to Pete Gossett:

Cheap generic half-suspension 18 speed I've had forever. Shimano cranks, thumb shifters, V-brakes, flat handlebars, etc. It's been fun and cheap, but I can't take it back east for college, and I really want to get into BMX. My buddy did a "Walmart build" with a new headset, pegs, tires, and sprocket and it works really well for under $200 in total investment.

Bringing this one back from the dead. I picked up a Framed Twenty9er as an early birthday present last week, and have really enjoyed bombing around the neighborhood with the kids. No wheelies yet, though. I'm a little rusty. 

thewheelman said:

Bringing this one back from the dead. I picked up a Framed Twenty9er as an early birthday present last week, and have really enjoyed bombing around the neighborhood with the kids. No wheelies yet, though. I'm a little rusty. 

I've had one of these for about a year. I dont ride it that often, maybe 2-3 times per month. But I still love it!  The bigger size makes riding more comfortable as I get older than I once was. 

Apparently, the new forum cannot embed vimeo. I'll leave the post in case anyone wants to look in to it.

I got an eastern growler 26" earlier this year. Figured for an entry level rider maybe I better just buy into an entry level bike for now.  For the first couple months I was out riding several times a week.   

Been kinda busy (and also making excuses), I really need to get back to it, the weather is getting to be perfect for riding now!  Need to get that stamina back up so the hilly 7 mile ride to work, and 7 miles back is tolerable.

Considering a sturmey archer kick shift hub upgrade over the winter to have some lower gearing for hills and when pulling the kid in the trailer. 

Theres a BMX track about 30 mins from home, been thinking about showing up at one of their practice nights to see what thats all about. 

David S. Wallens said:

It's true, I have found lots of BMXers who are into cars--lots. In fact, that's how Craig Reynolds and I met almost 25 years ago at an NBL National. You think it's a coincidence that one of his signature frames was called the CRX?

I talked to Fred Blood on the phone last week, we all moved on to be something other that BMX riders...

I remember Fred Blood. Never met him, but saw him in the magazines. What is he up to these days?

I still think this is the best wheelie evar!!

David S. Wallens said:

I remember Fred Blood. Never met him, but saw him in the magazines. What is he up to these days?

Crossover for me; he sells Hot Wheels, actually is a factory dealer.

Wow. Worlds have collided. 

I've got an old Torker frame in storage I should put together as a pit bike. I wonder how it would mount in a bike rack...

oldopelguy said:

I've got an old Torker frame in storage I should put together as a pit bike. I wonder how it would mount in a bike rack...

I have a twin top tube haro that would have that issue... 

If that Haro and Torker need a new home, just let me know. 

I picked up a new 26" SE Filth Flyer for $400 on close out a few years ago. I literally can pedal wheelie this thing over 1/4 mile. It is ridiculously easy. 

I also have a 24" Fit bike BMX bike and I cannot manual either for more then 10 fee at a time. I cannot find a balance point or I am not quick enough with moving my fat body to keep it going.