Being A Dad is Awesome - Retro fade Gary Fisher Bike Build

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  • @underacheiver2000
    @underacheiver2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    As much as I admire and respect your bike restoration skills, watching you share these skills with your children is a wonderful way to start my day, an inspiration for all the dads out there watching.

  • @olafruf9525
    @olafruf9525 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is awesome! I also did a build for my son and together with my son on a vintage 26 inch 1994 Breezer Storm and on a 2004 Trek OCLV racebike! He loves the bikes and will always remember that we built his bikes together in the garage. Building something with your hands together with your son is priceless in life! Greets from Germany!

  • @jaymason480
    @jaymason480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    Well, he is learning something that will bring him money while he is going through college. A lot of people have bikes and have no idea how to take care of them.

  • @dwsmartins
    @dwsmartins 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Usually I ride with my daughter and my wife, but corona has put us on restraints. Yesterday was one of those darker days, where everyone was pissed for various reasons, but we decided to take a small ride to the grocery store (responsibly, of course, with social distancing measures and all) and everything became brighter! Your message at the end reminded me of that fantastic feeling of what being a dad is like: surely there are bad times, but also good times, and they make it worth A LOT! You literally made me cry, man... Thanks from Brazil.

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Daniel, thanks for sharing. Awesome

  • @MonkeyShred
    @MonkeyShred 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Rad colour scheme. I know it was Klein inspired but it really reminds me of my old MBK in a pink/purple fade. Fluro pink is always a winner.

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Agreed. Fades with floro is always a win.

  • @oasisd347
    @oasisd347 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad always watched your videos and he was inspired to repair a bike too. My grandfather gave us a old bike and we restored it for like 3months and now we are riding that bike for almost everyday!

  • @nawaal4452
    @nawaal4452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    You're the best bike restorer i've ever seen! This is beautiful

  • @secretdaisy6484
    @secretdaisy6484 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't believe you painted that bike with paint in aerosol cans. It came out fabulous, as if done with an airbrush. You really have skill. I went to art school & I don't think anyone there was any better @ painting objects. I immediately thought of Klein before I started watching the video. I had a Klein road bike with the signature blue been fade. All the parts you picked are exactly as I would pick. I learned how so many things are done during a build that I wondered about. I still have my Gary Fisher with Genesis frame in a storage locker. Maybe I'll get it & do some up grading. It's fine the way it is but it could be so much better like yours. You & your son did a great job! Be safe. 👍☮️🌞🦠😷🚲

  • @purpletrance9874
    @purpletrance9874 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love the sunset linear fade paint job on this one! It's great to see father and son working together in harmony, doing what they both love...building beautiful bikes. We can tell how proud you are of both 👍😆. Love your vids.

  • @ltdees2362
    @ltdees2362 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Our oldest grandson also graduated with no-frills....he is taking a short break to travel to New Zealand, then start the spring semester at Georgia Tech...His passion is Micro Mechanical Engineering.
    There can be no greater joy than interacting with our children and grandchildren while watching them grow into their own person 💗

  • @rolandovera5935
    @rolandovera5935 4 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Dude, I’m so glad you are starting to get the attention I’ve always felt you’ve deserved since watching your first videos. Truly amazing! Oh and about being a dad, couldn’t agree more.

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks

    • @joramcm2293
      @joramcm2293 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@oldshovel hey man I'm gonna do my first build ever! Do you or your sponsors have any deals going on? I'm still in school so I'm trying to save as much as I can!

    • @gwest6975
      @gwest6975 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beautiful job. Came out great!

  • @jny78
    @jny78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i miss my Gary fishers i had 3. bikes like many other things are not what they used to be. this was a great build and i loved every second of this video.

  • @RobertWilliams-ox4hz
    @RobertWilliams-ox4hz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +340

    If your son wants to see what a graduation ceremony feels like. Tell him to wear a shower curtain. While he's doing that have him sit in a folding chair in your garage. Then proceed to bore him to death reading the phone book for 3 hours. Then randomly call his name.

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Lol 😂

    • @1nvisible1
      @1nvisible1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      *Add a pizza box on the head and you will have recreated the graduation ceremony in excruciating detail.*

    • @bulldogjoe1804
      @bulldogjoe1804 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@oldshovel What kind of sanding paper did you use?

    • @Two_Scoops_of_Ben
      @Two_Scoops_of_Ben 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Comment of the year

  • @barthanes1
    @barthanes1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another amazing product. Nice work.

  • @bob-ny6kn
    @bob-ny6kn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I like to see your son doing this. I introduced my daughter to re-built bicycles by bringing hers in a bucket, and we put it together in her living room. It's about four years later, and she disassembled it to spray.bike it with her own hand-drawn design and color pattern. I feel your happiness.... "awesome awesomeness"

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Spot on my friend.

  • @CLWoodturning
    @CLWoodturning 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome build and priceless time with your son. I restored a bike for my son just after separating from his mum and with little money...we made a great bike which although he has grown out of now, he loved for a couple of years.

  • @ownermade
    @ownermade 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    salutes for you and your son wish him all success in college.. great build as always.. watching you from Iraq.

  • @robertmeyer8221
    @robertmeyer8221 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think that is the best looking bike I have seen you put together.

  • @seanmadill283
    @seanmadill283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Oh man , that's one of my favorite paint jobs , the moonrise fade from the old Klein's. I'm not a 29er guy mostly because I haven't had one yet .but this bike is so sweet. I just love the magura brakes, and the Chris king head set. You and your son did a fantastic job. This build is one for the books thanks old shovel

  • @guillermoqueirolo6533
    @guillermoqueirolo6533 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spectacular family bike🚲👍looks awsome!!
    And the simple video show us the quality of family time 🌈.
    Thanks to show your nice proyect!!

  • @RickPfeister
    @RickPfeister 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This may be your best retro mod to date. Amazing paint job, Chris King headset, nicely spec’d and those brakes! No joke, you need to start a business of taking older bikes and updating them with modern components. There’s a lack of affordable bikes right now and this would be an amazing way to get more good bikes into the hands of people that want them. 👍🏼

  • @ersonvelasco2531
    @ersonvelasco2531 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My 4 year old son would always snoop around me while tuning/fixing my bikes. Definitely this gonna be one of my ultimate #dadandsongoals. Bike builds are really one of the best ways to bond with your kid/s.... i can really see behind this build is a great dad and son relationship... thanks for this vid @oldshovel !

  • @RetroBoy94
    @RetroBoy94 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love your passion in your videos. the way you talk about your son etc. that's why I keep coming back for more

  • @999zahra
    @999zahra 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am blown away with what you are doing with old bikes and transforming them into ready to ride beauties that you give your touch of class restorations....
    A humble gentleman and keep up the great work.

  • @timothy7768
    @timothy7768 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome, really nice to see you and son do this rebuild together. Really nice job as always. This is one of those things he can pass along to his future son or daughter how to do.

  • @tuffgong5162
    @tuffgong5162 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    UR correct! I ran from fatherhood for 37yrs. My own personal reasons... Being a father is so awesome! I'm in betwixt & between. I wish I had kids earlier, but I don't think I would have been the same father & he's such a good kid.. He's an unbelievably good damn kid! Like he's been here before and knows the game! I just watch him go... and give direction as needed... But always, I let him be him & it makes me so proud!

  • @rbruce63
    @rbruce63 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Indeed the moon rise finish and the many coats of lacquer gives a luxurious finish to the bike! Gary Fisher should be proud of this new life of his famed product!
    Your thoughtful assistant participation in this rebuild makes the show even more valuable! Cheers to you both!
    The component update is also tempting to update my son’s Cannondale M400 bike!

  • @claudioomas3252
    @claudioomas3252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great restoration job

  • @AydinProductionsLtd
    @AydinProductionsLtd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was great remembering my 1991 Procaliber I loved dearly and gave to a friend eventually years later after his bike broke in the middle of doing research for a Mountain Bike Trail guide book in our area here in the Canadian Rockies. He finished his book then I told him to pass the bike on to another person. Sometimes I say I wish I kept it but then again it served its purpose with many great years of riding from Mont St Anne, Bromont Que, Vermont, Colorado, Moab Utah and many more trails. Its also nice to see you with your son doing a project I'm fortunate my daughter graduated last year but is home and we ride together and my son is learning to drive but we all got to ride on our locals trails this weekend. All the best from the Canadian Rockies!

  • @jordidiego3391
    @jordidiego3391 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice Job dude! And what better to do this build than doit with your son side by side. Awesome 👊🏼

  • @petecurran3995
    @petecurran3995 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That's a seriously nice build and you made the tubeless setup seem effortless! 👍🏻
    Your boy's got the best bike in town!

  • @cameronlesley2428
    @cameronlesley2428 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Micro shift had great product. But you are the magician giving bikes a new life with your imagination. Great video man

  • @eschedefilmcrew
    @eschedefilmcrew 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    this looks rad... also that tire clearance in the rear is spot on :D

  • @Sedge63
    @Sedge63 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Superb work both of you. I can not stop watching these builds.

  • @thebiggerbyte5991
    @thebiggerbyte5991 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Beautiful bike, beautiful work, beautifully filmed and with a beautiful message. Loved it. Thank you.

  • @truhbf
    @truhbf 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The beautiful bikes you create are secondary to affection and admiration you show your children. Kudos.

  • @avidobe
    @avidobe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That's a gorgeous bike! It was a pleasure to watch this bike come to life.

  • @MdRaizan
    @MdRaizan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So satisfying to watch... Subscribed!

  • @juanchester32
    @juanchester32 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Beautiful bike. Love the colour scheme and the fluorescent pop it has. Could you do a video breaking down how much a restoration would cost RRPP? I’ve got an old steel frame and considering it. Thanks!! Love your videos.

  • @jeffloucks2120
    @jeffloucks2120 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So releived at 16:00. Don't usually watch builds but makes total sense.

  • @robertdavidjones8424
    @robertdavidjones8424 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this bike, been long time since I've seen amazing restoration. I want it

  • @diegosoltero377
    @diegosoltero377 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Id love to have a supportive dad, like you, what a good relationship you guys have, congrats, and never forget to enjoy as time cannot be bought

  • @Keith_Mikell
    @Keith_Mikell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice build. Congrats to your son and his accomplishments!

  • @keahicambra308
    @keahicambra308 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Klein did amazing work in the ‘90s. Their linear fade made guys drool. I had a candy apple red one that was my all time favorite paint job.

  • @PAExploration
    @PAExploration 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I always had faith you could pull off a Klein quality paint job and this bike has proven that, beautiful work. I would say this is the best one, but I’m sure we’ll see even better soon, can’t wait to see what’s next.

  • @amcfcinfo1351
    @amcfcinfo1351 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Once again what a great build ...did some bike tuning with my 15 year old son - we both learning and both trying to patience with each other ... it’s hard.. lol

  • @KratzClassicCustom
    @KratzClassicCustom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow that’s awesome! Great job! Love the retro look with some really great parts! Looks amazing

  • @Deefolt
    @Deefolt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome Build. Congratulations to your son graduating even without ceremony. 👏🙏

  • @northdiver62
    @northdiver62 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Well you just gave me motivation to get to the shed and start repairing my girlfriend's bike for her :)

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome. Do it. 😁

  • @jmrtinez69
    @jmrtinez69 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could watch your videos all day.

  • @vitoonto
    @vitoonto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Another amazing and heartwarming build! Keep them coming!

  • @austinXonXfire
    @austinXonXfire 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video buddy, seeing the relationship you have with your sons really brings so much joy to my heart. It’s not something we all were fortunate enough to have, and even at 25, I still need the reassurance from the rest of the world that father figures DO exist.
    So thank you for that and also your continued hard work. You never cease to amaze me and my friend when we watch your videos!!!
    Much love, from Newport News, Virginia.

  • @slackerjo
    @slackerjo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I hope you have plans for a Q&A live stream some day cause it looks like everyone has lots of questions. I have learned so much about bikes watching your videos.

  • @hurlburt808
    @hurlburt808 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Once again BOB would be proud.....No dropper post?
    Awesome color . Most collages have bike shops close do to the starving student theme and in need of a talented wrench turner as your boy has become . Proud of him FYI that is how I got my start back in the 70s.

  • @oftankoftan
    @oftankoftan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'd sand the actual flourescent paint if you want it smoother. But I'm also an amateur so don't take my word for it. It's what I've don on my paint jobs because the can paint rarely come out smooth. I don't use spray.bike btw, just car paint I bought from the local hardware store.
    edit: Oh, yeah. Fantastic job. I'm actually changing my 1996 Cycle Pro Colorado from green with silver letters to something like this. Maybe green-orange? IDK too many choices.

  • @chado468
    @chado468 ปีที่แล้ว

    never thought id cry during a bike build video. Your dad and son comments got me!

  • @NaniJapaneseForWhat
    @NaniJapaneseForWhat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice job on the paint
    Also I recently just painted my bike trying to do a orange to red fade
    I was a bit dissapointed on the result but not as bad for my first timw

  • @andrezejobuch4527
    @andrezejobuch4527 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a man who sees beyond the initial first sight. Such vision. More power and much continued success to you buddy

  • @foxdmulder
    @foxdmulder 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thats one beautiful bike.

  • @cribbsprojects
    @cribbsprojects 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tactile skills and outside fun - key to being a Dad. Not to mention I just get inspired by your builds to do many things - even kitchen cabinets! ha ha.. I noticed the sandy texture on the prior build and wondered how durable that was going to be.. you addressed that in this video. Also see you're wearing a hat while spraying this time... Oh and take us out riding in Utah on one of your builds... let's see it run through its paces.. and enjoy the vista too.

  • @peterbaskind9872
    @peterbaskind9872 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Stunning, as always. I wish I could do 1/4 of what you do. I am doing a rebuild project on an old mountain bike for a friend who has always wanted to ride. I was just happy to successfully install a new drivetrain. New tires arrive next week - then, she is riding.

  • @0zzieS
    @0zzieS 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the fade. Love the way the maguras set it off. Love the shoutout to family. Great work!

  • @Lububrn
    @Lububrn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Always good stuff. I love how it turned out.

  • @joejazwinski8873
    @joejazwinski8873 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is an AWESOME bike!

  • @Basement_CNC
    @Basement_CNC 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I hope this bike sees a lot of use , this is a fricking AWESOME bike i wish i had a bike like this 😍keep Up the good Work👍

  • @richardg6293
    @richardg6293 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great rebuild and sentimental video! As a divorced Dad, the time I spend with my 10 year old is very precious. Currently introducing him to the trails....hope he grows to love them as much as I do.

  • @Simplelittlelife
    @Simplelittlelife 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Excellent videos! Just found your channel and man am I glad I did. Thank you for putting this wonderful content together! Cheers 👍

    • @billmaulding4042
      @billmaulding4042 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me as well just found you love the content

  • @bluepr1nt
    @bluepr1nt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful! Your relationship and bond with your son and the bike restoration.

  • @WheelcraftBicycles
    @WheelcraftBicycles 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is probably my favorite paint job you have done so far! RAD early 90s style!

  • @jacobg1988
    @jacobg1988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This bike really pops!

  • @Mclovinthedank
    @Mclovinthedank 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing bike to ride and look at.

  • @oswin5565
    @oswin5565 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a dream.
    Last weekend I was in a goodwill and I stumbled upon a Gary Fisher Sugar 3 that was just sitting with some kids bikes. It was in great shape.. and it was my size.. So obviously I took it home with me. While I was looking it over, an older gentleman that was looking at another bike asked me if I thought it was worth working on. I thought back to this channel and I told him "I think there's still some life in there worth living"

  • @teratism143
    @teratism143 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sweet video, sentiment, and build.

  • @jameschism862
    @jameschism862 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow!! Super nice job on restoring the bike with an added bonus of working with your son. This is my favorite build so far. Hats off to both of you!!

  • @hugobci
    @hugobci 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing content!
    Love to see some bike with Internal gear Hub been restore if the opportunity comes!

  • @hightide9513
    @hightide9513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My son is almost 2 years old now and about to get his first balance bike. It’s an awesome thing.

  • @refinedimages2869
    @refinedimages2869 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Paint is unreal.

  • @Elvis68spec
    @Elvis68spec 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! This video is an example of the many great things Fathers and Sons can accomplish together!

  • @spitt0110
    @spitt0110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    wow! savage!! didn't even test the seal first? just poured tubless sealant in and let'er rip! good job!

  • @joejazwinski8873
    @joejazwinski8873 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats to your son for graduating and good luck this fall!

  • @sethheijermans3605
    @sethheijermans3605 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man, that is SWEET!

  • @chadherrera9322
    @chadherrera9322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great build! Love the color choice. I grew up riding a 1997 Klein Pulse Race. Always wanted the Adroit with that cool fade paint and better components. I still have my Klein.

  • @benwildman6164
    @benwildman6164 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awesome build! Currently re-building a 1919 Gary Fisher Montare. One question, how does your son see what he’s doing with his hat so low!😂

    • @kriGsfJaes1
      @kriGsfJaes1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A 1919 Gary Fisher . Really ? I´m sure you talk about a 1991 . Correct me pls.

    • @rejotangan1012
      @rejotangan1012 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kriGsfJaes1...........................................................................................................................

  • @TheSmartCat1
    @TheSmartCat1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like father, like son. Awesome work as usual. Infinite love and respect to you and your son. Love to watch your videos. PEACE!

  • @tylerwalters4474
    @tylerwalters4474 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best paint job you've done so far I love it well done

  • @aaronhowell4769
    @aaronhowell4769 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Job a father son project during this stressful time god bless

  • @XxPureKhaosxX
    @XxPureKhaosxX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Oldshovel, you've inspired me to paint my first frame. I was wondering what sticker machine you use? I'm planning on spraying my Kona with spray.bike's new metal lineup (copper) and adding black Kona logo by masking with stickers and wasn't sure how I'd go about acquiring those. Also congrats to your son!

  • @NastyBoh108
    @NastyBoh108 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My first real mountain bike was a Gary fisher sugar 2 that was way too big for me, given to my by my dad when he got a new bike. Some of my earliest memories are of riding a push bike next to him on that bike.
    Now I’m 19, sitting on my mattress on the floor in my empty apartment with the same Gary fisher leaning against the wall next to me. I have other bikes but I’m gonna ride this one until I can’t anymore.
    I think it’s awesome that you guys share a passion for bikes, and a great build, thanks for sharing.

  • @mc540flip
    @mc540flip 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dang this turned out so nice! Love all of the colors. Just curious, was it difficult to find a new wheel set with compatible spacing?

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks and yes. They are hard to find the older 29er wheels. I was ready to build some if I had to.

  • @matthewtoh6437
    @matthewtoh6437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The more I look at this bike the more jealous I am. Haha I would love to have a father like you, your son is really lucky

  • @HoxtonLive
    @HoxtonLive 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Love that paint job, turned out good. Pour out your love into anything and it's going to be great unless it's my Ex filipina gf...

  • @sea_neilartala
    @sea_neilartala 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best Dad ever❤️ toooo much Love for this video❤️

  • @jvcardesign
    @jvcardesign 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an awesome project.

  • @monkeysize
    @monkeysize 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another built to perfection...could use a slightly longer stem but that Klein paint job is brilliant.

  • @shayli05
    @shayli05 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing ♥️. It's so nice to see father and son working together... With the music it's so relaxing.

  • @njoroge_mn
    @njoroge_mn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The care, the precision and detail you take while restoring the bikes makes me really emotional.

  • @simonhills8415
    @simonhills8415 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a nice bike. That paint job is amazing 👏

  • @avalonbikeshop8422
    @avalonbikeshop8422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent work, parts, msg and video

  • @phengyang00
    @phengyang00 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed watching this build but the real kicker was watching you and your son work on it together. I have a 15-year-old who I hope can get him into mountain biking with me soon. The music was great as well!

  • @MrMagoo-hf8yk
    @MrMagoo-hf8yk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man trust me..I'M A AMATEUR!..COMPARED TO YOUR SPRAY JOBS I'M A TOTAL BEGINNER :)
    Great job!..and another great vid! thanx bruvva!