grabbed this exact Monza 24 after years of searching ebay for an affordable replacement for my childhood 83 mongoose expert that was stolen. Found it better to go new than vintage if i want to actually ride. Getting back into riding after many years and it feels good. Thanks for the video!
Yeah I totally feel you I'm getting back on a bike, I've had a few mountain bikes and really didn't like them, so I found this Monza and I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it I'm getting the all gold with the Black Mags going to be here just a little after my birthday in March 2025
As a fellow BMX enthusiast (from the same era as you), I concur. Maybe the only point that may require further clarification is how much tension on the chain is appropriate. My understanding is that the chain should have a minimum of 1/2" of play both up and down (like yours seems to have). It should never be so tight as to have no play. Hope this makes sense. Your thoughts?
Thanks for chiming in! Yes, that makes perfect sense. You're right, I probably should called that out in the video, but my understanding is also that about 1/2" of play is a good rule of thumb, and that it shouldn't be too tight (or obviously, too loose). 👍👊
Nice to see you know the cresent wrenches trick too,i use that park tool for sidepull brakes to center them too,game changer. Back in the days i would mess up my finger doing that as a kid or early teen. Good video for the noobs to know 👍
Thanks for the input. Yeah, this video is definitely geared more towards newbies. I’ve watched a ton of videos on bike maintenance the last couple of years and thought it might helpful to the new folks to try and boil a bunch of it down into one spot.
Thanks for the great video! I definitely learned I need more tools to properly adjust my side pull brakes. Right now I'm conflicted on getting a laid back seat post. I'm on a straight 450mm for now.
Thanks for watching. I like a laid back post for the looks, but I find a straight one to be totally fine fore riding, especially on a big bike with a long top tube.
The Gyro I have is a mixture of parts to get the white and silver colors and reduce the amount of black. But it’ll work for any 1-1/8” threadless fork/stem. I did have to drill holes in the frame for the gyro tabs, but most modern bikes have them pre-drilled. I also have an Odyssey G3 gyro on my modern 20” S&M Dagger, which is basically the same as what I have on my 26” GT.
It really depends on what type of riding you do. If it’s mostly just casually cruising around the neighborhood, then 26” is my first choice. If I’m heading to the pump track and/or want something more lively/responsive I grab my 24”. And then… I’m starting to get into flatland freestyle, and in that case it’s a 20” without question.
@@jonpg28 I have this seat opinion white on my 26” GT and in black on my 26” Hutch. For $30, it’s a great value and fairly comfortable. www.planetbmx.com/shop/gt-cruise-control-saddle-w/-rails-black-or-white.html
Love the content! 55 year old that got back into BMX earlier this year. Mostly just enjoying wheelies and cruising.
Awesome. Glad to hear you’re getting back into it 🙌 Wheelies and cruising are fun!! Thanks so much for watching and leaving feedback 👍
grabbed this exact Monza 24 after years of searching ebay for an affordable replacement for my childhood 83 mongoose expert that was stolen. Found it better to go new than vintage if i want to actually ride. Getting back into riding after many years and it feels good. Thanks for the video!
That’s awesome. Glad you’re enjoying your Monza. They are awesome bikes and I still love mine. 👊
Yeah I totally feel you I'm getting back on a bike, I've had a few mountain bikes and really didn't like them, so I found this Monza and I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it I'm getting the all gold with the Black Mags going to be here just a little after my birthday in March 2025
Just ordered the Monza 24, very excited. Reminds me of my old Dyno Air. Thank you for the detailed video
🙌 Fantastic. You’re gonna love it!!!
As a fellow BMX enthusiast (from the same era as you), I concur.
Maybe the only point that may require further clarification is how much tension on the chain is appropriate. My understanding is that the chain should have a minimum of 1/2" of play both up and down (like yours seems to have). It should never be so tight as to have no play. Hope this makes sense. Your thoughts?
Thanks for chiming in! Yes, that makes perfect sense. You're right, I probably should called that out in the video, but my understanding is also that about 1/2" of play is a good rule of thumb, and that it shouldn't be too tight (or obviously, too loose). 👍👊
Nice to see you know the cresent wrenches trick too,i use that park tool for sidepull brakes to center them too,game changer. Back in the days i would mess up my finger doing that as a kid or early teen. Good video for the noobs to know 👍
Thanks for the input. Yeah, this video is definitely geared more towards newbies. I’ve watched a ton of videos on bike maintenance the last couple of years and thought it might helpful to the new folks to try and boil a bunch of it down into one spot.
Fantastic. My brakes are perfect on the Monza now.
Awesome!!!! 👊👊👊
Thanks Matt 😊. Another great episode..
Awesome Stuart. Thanks for watching and always leaving encouraging feedback 👊👊👊
Thanks for the great video! I definitely learned I need more tools to properly adjust my side pull brakes. Right now I'm conflicted on getting a laid back seat post. I'm on a straight 450mm for now.
Thanks for watching. I like a laid back post for the looks, but I find a straight one to be totally fine fore riding, especially on a big bike with a long top tube.
Great video, beautiful Monza!
Thanks for the feedback on the video! Yes, Monza sure does make some beautiful bikes ❤️
Man your vidz are fantastic! I'm dying to get a Monza!
Thanks so much!!! Yeah, I love my Monza. I’m sure you’d be happy with one too 👊👊👊
excellent job here Matt, thank you very much, this was the kind of videos i was hoping and looking for, what i mentioned on the FB Monza page.
Thanks so much for the feedback. Glad you found it helpful 👊
Very informative, keep up the good work.
Awesome! Thanks so much for watching and the encouraging feedback 🙏👊
Just for reference. How tall are you sr ? Thanks for the video i really enjoyed it
Thanks! I’m 5’10” 👍
where is the pump track you rode in this video? thanks
Hi 👋 It’s called Kinetic Park and it’s in the western suburbs of St. Louis, MO.
Video on your S&M 20" when? 😊
Ha!! Good timing. I’m working on an outline today, and I plan to film/edit this week. 😎
Question about your 26” GT light blue cruiser. Is that gyro a different size than a 20” one?
The Gyro I have is a mixture of parts to get the white and silver colors and reduce the amount of black. But it’ll work for any 1-1/8” threadless fork/stem. I did have to drill holes in the frame for the gyro tabs, but most modern bikes have them pre-drilled. I also have an Odyssey G3 gyro on my modern 20” S&M Dagger, which is basically the same as what I have on my 26” GT.
Thank you for your response and your awesome page! The “nostalgia” definitely takes me back to the good ol’ days 🤙🏽
@@757rafva Right on! Thanks for watching 👊
Bad News- I got distracted while watching…. Good News - Iam watching for the 3rd time.
Haha! Thanks for watching!! 🙌
What u think about 26" bmx
It really depends on what type of riding you do. If it’s mostly just casually cruising around the neighborhood, then 26” is my first choice. If I’m heading to the pump track and/or want something more lively/responsive I grab my 24”. And then… I’m starting to get into flatland freestyle, and in that case it’s a 20” without question.
@TheNostalgicNeighborhood as a older young guy in my early 40s what seat would u recommend
@@jonpg28 I have this seat opinion white on my 26” GT and in black on my 26” Hutch. For $30, it’s a great value and fairly comfortable. www.planetbmx.com/shop/gt-cruise-control-saddle-w/-rails-black-or-white.html
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood thanks
@TheNostalgicNeighborhood looking for a set of 26" bmx wheels any suggestions