Old Man ~ Fat Bike 60 - Can you really teach an old dog new tricks?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
- The thumbnail for this video pretty much says it all! Can you really teach an old dog (old man fat bike in this case) new tricks?? I've always wanted to be able to jump gaps, step ups, and table tops but I've always been afraid to do so. I searched the internet and found a company called "Wheels Up". The following is the clinic description for the clinic I attended taken from the Wheels Up website.
"Learning how to jump safely and successfully (and land) your mountain bike involves a range of key components and constantly changing variables. Join us as we take you through a series of progressions that will help you understand all the components that will help you become a successful jumper. We use BICP progressions like the different types of wheel lifts and bunny hops and work our way up to weighting and un-weighting over a jump. From there, we will review the anatomy of a jump, discuss varied landings and practice using compression for height and distance. Then we will be ready to get jumping! These Skill Clinics are all done in a controlled environment, we provide our own approved orange obstacles as training tool to emulate what you see in the trails or manufactured jump ramps. Participants are encouraged to learn at their own pace in this un-intimidating environment. You will leave this clinic well on your way to jumping mastery - with a more thorough understanding of the mechanics of jumping your bike and a clear idea of what and how to practice getting your Wheels Up!"
After reading this I decided to sign up for the Adult Learn Jump Clinic, and I'm pleased to say it was exactly what I was looking for!! Cody Jones did a fantastic job of teaching this old dog new tricks!! 🙌 Now I'm ready to apply what I learned in the clinic to the trails 😉
Wheels Up Website
wheelsupmtb.com
Wheels Up Facebook
/ wheelsup.mtb
Elevation Every Weekend (Tommy)
/ @elevationeveryweekend
Tony Hyde - formally known as Bluecollar Backcountry
/ @bluecollarbackcountry
FatRide (Tim Keffer)
/ @fatride
MTB Trail Sherpa (Rico Sumner)
/ @mtbtrailsherpa
DICKING ABOUT TV (Richard Hurst)
/ @dickingabouttv
All the links above are Old Man Fat Bike approved!!
#OLDMANFATBIKE
#WHEELSUPMTB
#FAT-BIKE.COM
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Entire video shot with the GoPro Hero 8.
Dude, when it comes to biking, you're the most inspiring guy on the entire internet, hands down.
WOW, thank you so much @danilob766 for your super kind comment!! I'm pleased to hear you think that of me, I appreciate you dude!! Now, go out and inspire someone yourself 😉
OMFB videos always have an important message that you should do your chores before you go and play. OMFB is a philosopher.
LOL, sometimes I have important information to share @Dempsey222! I appreciate you and your comments. Stay safe out there!!
WOW! That looks like a blast. I know that had to be fun and good job especially since fattys are heavier than those other bikes. Thanks for the shout out too. ✌
It was a blast Tony! Your very welcome for the little shout out , I'm always willing to help out when I can @BluecollarBackcountry😊
I myself still ride mountain bikes at the age of 60 and just bought a fat bike recently, just keep riding and progressing it'll keep you young I'll checking out more of your videos✌
That's awesome @cyclinggeezer1434! Congratulations on your Fatty purchase, I hope you like riding yours as much as I like riding mine!! I'll be turning 63 next month. Thanks for checking out this video and my other videos 🙌😊✌️
You forgot my rule #1. Don’t crash. 😂
Pedal on.
Thanks for the reminder @thedads5! I always seem to forget that golden rule 🤣
9:30 Holy shit, that was a big send! :O
Glad you liked it @erichbachman7363!! Thank you so much for your comment. It was a very good time and I'm looking forward to hitting the trails with a new skill. 😊
Hey Jens
Nice Video.
Bike on 🤘😎
Looks a heap of fun. Last time i went over a jump i went over the bars 😂
I ended up going for a fatty for my new bikepacking bike.
Indeed it was a heap of fun! I've been over the bars a few times that's why I thought I needed professional help @OldBumOnABike 🤣😉
@@OldManFatBike 🤣🤣🤣
Good on you for stepping out and learning new skills. Jumping is where I struggle the most too. Not after gaps just to be able to handle the basic stuff.
Hey @melwestlake8539, thanks again for stopping by! I'm not really after gaps either at this point but maybe someday! I like you, want to be more comfortable with the basic stuff and hopefully someday clearing a gap or two. ✌️
Thanks again for a great video Jens! Keep them wheels rolling!
You're very welcome, @fatbikedutch! I always enjoy reading your comments!! 🤗
Love the use of the background boxes in the shed😂 Big jumps and drops are my kryptonite as well. Use of those airbags on the bigger jumps is a cool idea.
Thank you Tommy! I came up with the idea to use the black boxes during the editing process, it wasn't preplanned. I wanted to use your logo but I couldn't find one, sorry about that @ElevationEveryWeekend!! Yes, using the airbags was awesome! It gave me a little more confidence 😉
@@OldManFatBike thanks for the consideration! I probably should get around to actually making a logo and some branding!
Toujours de belle vidéo merci beaucoup.Sherbrooke au Québec 🚲🤘
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire @ghislainbedard1042 ! Je suis vraiment contente que vous ayez suffisamment apprécié cette vidéo pour me laisser un commentaire !! J'espère que vous aurez l'occasion de regarder certaines de mes autres vidéos. 🙌✌️
That Sir, is one cool shed !!!
Thank you for your kind comments about my shed @SpectrumCaptainPurple! That shed is a work in progress. My Dad and I built it a couple years ago and I'm really pleased wit the results thus far. 😊🙌
You reminded me to ride my bike today, the weather was awesome also.
Right on, I'm glad I reminded you to go out and have fun on your bike @whitebread940! I'll try to do that again in the not to distant future!! Thanks for you cool comment!!
This is awesome!
Someone here needs to set up these kinds of clinics.
Well done my friend!
Thanks for checking this video out @newfoundlandadventures2062!! This type of clinic is becoming more popular here in the states. I hope someday this kind of clinic will be available to you!
Awesome vid! Thanks for the shoutout! What a great day. ALL that repetition is HUGE to get comfortable with jumping. How scary was it to hit that big ramp into airbag for the first time? Nice progress sir! Better to crash in the grass than on the rocks! Excellent video
Hey thanks a bunch Rico! Hitting the large jump was pretty scary and intimidating . Yup, crashing into the grass was MUCH BETTER than hitting rocks!! Your very welcome for the shout out @MTBTrailSherpa!!
Wow, your place looks very beautyful! ❤
Good to see your progress in the footage. And you learned: you can easily clear a 2 meters (6ft) jump over a small kicker. Good work!
Thanks so much @dogtown_survivor3758! 😊 I can easily clear a 2 meter jump as long as there is an airbag on the other side! Take care Ulrich!!
OMFB you should go to Bentonville Arkansas and ride the trails there. They are great trails Walmart built for the community of mountain bikers in the area.
Bentonville is on my bucket list @Dempsey222, thanks so much for your suggestion 😊
OMFB in Bentonville will be content.@@OldManFatBike
Love your Channel Sir! Great Job
Awesome! Thank you so much @coolstuffbydwightstreet5147!! I'm pleased to hear you 💗my videos 😊👍
Thanks for another great adventure.
Glad you enjoyed it Tim, did you like the little easter egg I left for in the video? Take care @fatride!! Stay well 😉
@@OldManFatBike i didn’t catch it the first time…
You are too cool!
It looked like you were getting more comfortable with jumping
I'm not any cooler than you!! I'm getting a little more comfortable with jumping. Now, if only I can get some of those airbags installed on the trails!! 😅😂🤣
Hi,really liked the video, you do get up to some good stuff,as always hope you and family are doing well, take care
Thank you @lovmadunefatty3421! I always enjoy reading your comments!! We are all fine, thanks for asking. I truly hope you can say the same 😎
@OldManFatBike Many thanks for for getting back to me,we are all well,really nice to hear from you,as always take care,keep well,Clive 👍
This was almost across the street from my house! Whats your go-to trail?
Wow, I didn't know you lived in Eureka! My go to trails are actually at Forest City Mountain Bike Trails in St James @Robscartoons! Thanks for asking.
Were any of you using clipless pedals?
Good question, @colleenmueller4436! As far as I know, everyone was wearing flats. Thanks for checking out this video!!
Velhos são os outros, nós somos jovens de espírito...😂
Eu não poderia ter dito melhor! Obrigado por assistir a este vídeo e seu comentário @heideritamar3262!!
Hey Jens, glad to see you honing the skills.
Stay FAT!!
That's the one thing I really need @bobscott2553!! Honey skills shout be a part of everyone's biking. Thanks for stopping by again and I appreciate your comments 😊👍
Wheres the new bike man?!?!
Thanks for asking @jonzylka9474. The parts are slowly trickling in. It's taking much longer than I anticipated!! As soon as the build is done I'll get that video posted. Take care and thanks for watching this video 😊🍻
I am not sure but if it were me, i’d say that is self abuse!
🤣, I can see where you may think that! Thanks for checking out this video, and I do enjoy reading your comments @AirEngineResearch!! 😊