Too old to BMX
09-23-23, 07:44 PM
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Bikes: TrueNorth CX bike, 88 Bianchi Strada (currently Sturmey'd), 90's Giant Innova (now with drop bars), Yess World Cup race BMX, Redline Proline Pro24 race BMX Cruiser
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Quick update......Went to the local BMX store this am and brought home a United Motocross. Waited while they built it but was worth the wait.
The 21"TT and the 330mm(?) layback post makes it a bit roomier in the cockpit (for my needs).
It's gonna be a fun bike to boot around the neighbourhood......
The 21"TT and the 330mm(?) layback post makes it a bit roomier in the cockpit (for my needs).
It's gonna be a fun bike to boot around the neighbourhood......
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09-24-23, 07:01 AM
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I'm now on a Yess World Cup.
Yess isn't operating as a brand name anymore, but Hydrogen BMX is still running out of the same factory in British Columbia and selling a very similar bike.
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09-24-23, 07:12 AM
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Bikes: United Motocross BMX, Specialized Langster, Giant OCR, Marin Muirwoods, Globe Roll2, VROD:)
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Viich....that's a nice bike! My wallet just took a deep breath.
Congrats on the trophy!
Congrats on the trophy!
09-24-23, 11:20 AM
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And I buy used bikes. Definitely not paying new retail for these things.
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12-23-23, 11:46 AM
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53, and just getting back into BMXing. Growing up, I was too poor to be able to afford a reputable BMX like the other neighborhood kids. Mine was a Frankenstein bike with mix-match parts =) Meantime, they were sportin’ badass GTs, Haro’s, Redline’s, Diamond Back’s, and Mongoose’s. My dream bike was a candy apple red Hutch Trickstar. Anyhow, just got a nice BMX to have a little fun — can’t post pics because I’m still a newbie here.
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12-24-23, 11:27 PM
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53, and just getting back into BMXing. Growing up, I was too poor to be able to afford a reputable BMX like the other neighborhood kids. Mine was a Frankenstein bike with mix-match parts =) Meantime, they were sportin’ badass GTs, Haro’s, Redline’s, Diamond Back’s, and Mongoose’s. My dream bike was a candy apple red Hutch Trickstar. Anyhow, just got a nice BMX to have a little fun — can’t post pics because I’m still a newbie here.
Oh man I could have practically written that same post about my own age and past. Cool!
What a fun thread.
12-30-23, 08:51 PM
#209
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I don’t know if I’ll ever choose not to ride but I’m not even 30 yet so that could change. That said, I’m not even 30 yet and I already feel the age of creaks and groans on the horizon, just sitting too long at work totally wrecks my body.
01-14-24, 11:37 PM
#210
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Out on a fatbike ride today I met a guy wearing a state champ USA BMX patch on his pack. Long story short he is 50-55 age group like me and invited me to their track next summer. Now I'm looking into 24 vs. 26 inch cruisers!
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01-15-24, 10:06 AM
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What’s the name of the track an which state?
Sounds like fun! That a lucky encounter.
Sounds like fun! That a lucky encounter.
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03-30-24, 08:40 AM
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Some thoughts about riding my first BMX bike.....It's a Blast!
When I brought it home (Sep '23) I decided to install a taller seat post/new seat so I could "pedal" the bike while seated. This set up worked "ok" for short distances but I found I prefered pedalling while standing and only sat while coasting.
However, the aftermarket seat (although nicely padded) was uncomfortable. I re-installed the OEM seat/post but it was way too low and the fixed seat angle not ideal for seated cruising. Also, it was almost impossible to get back up to the standing position......at least for this (now) 64yo fart
I just received a new seat/post combo from Amazon. The seat may not be BMX inspired but it's comfortable and I like the look. The post is at the lowest position (I probably won't go lower) but there is room to raise it another 3-4".
Also, I found the stopping power of the oem black pads to be lacking right from the get go but swapping for a pair of clear pads changed that.
Looking forward to some better weather to enjoy the bike........
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When I brought it home (Sep '23) I decided to install a taller seat post/new seat so I could "pedal" the bike while seated. This set up worked "ok" for short distances but I found I prefered pedalling while standing and only sat while coasting.
However, the aftermarket seat (although nicely padded) was uncomfortable. I re-installed the OEM seat/post but it was way too low and the fixed seat angle not ideal for seated cruising. Also, it was almost impossible to get back up to the standing position......at least for this (now) 64yo fart
I just received a new seat/post combo from Amazon. The seat may not be BMX inspired but it's comfortable and I like the look. The post is at the lowest position (I probably won't go lower) but there is room to raise it another 3-4".
Also, I found the stopping power of the oem black pads to be lacking right from the get go but swapping for a pair of clear pads changed that.
Looking forward to some better weather to enjoy the bike........
Sept23/23
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03-30-24, 10:22 AM
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[QUOTE=Speedway2;23199794]Some thoughts about riding my first BMX bike.....It's a Blast!
I'm glad you're having fun!
I'm glad you're having fun!
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03-30-24, 10:26 AM
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As for me I'm considering racing again (haven't since the 80s!) and I've yet to decide on 20 or 24. It appears that alot of guys do both just to get more time on the track.
I've noticed quite a surge in popularity of retro styled cruisers (on Youtube) but was informed in a different post that those retro bikes aren't like the race bikes of today.
I'll be able to consider the options more clearly when the track opens up again and I can go see for myself what the old guys are up to.
I've noticed quite a surge in popularity of retro styled cruisers (on Youtube) but was informed in a different post that those retro bikes aren't like the race bikes of today.
I'll be able to consider the options more clearly when the track opens up again and I can go see for myself what the old guys are up to.
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04-05-24, 05:39 PM
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It's really cool to see so many people at an older age still enthused with BMX/bikes of our youth. For me I grew up on my bikes with my friends who all shared the same passion. I swear between 9/10 and 15 it was probably 10 hours on that bike riding from one spot to another to jump or ride trails (those of us lucky enough to have trails near where we lived) practically every single day. I went on in life and did not reconnect with this love for probably 30 years. Had mountain bikes and other typical bikes I would ride for exercise in between but was really just for exercise. But getting my first "BMX" bike again it's cool to reconnect to some of that energy from my youth. One thing that I realize as an aging adult is riding really makes you live in the moment which I think is a good thing for people in general. I wish I would have rekindled this sooner!
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