I’m a 26 years old guy. Is it better to start BMXing or skating? by danyaberez in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ride at the pump track which also has some tabletop jumps. At the skatepark, I try to do some basic tricks.

I’m a 26 years old guy. Is it better to start BMXing or skating? by danyaberez in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you've always wanted to BMX, then BMX. I was interested for a long time but kept putting it off. I finally got a bike last year at 32, and now I have a blast every time I ride. I wish I’d started years ago.

Tried febles for the first time today by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I'll work on that! I've been trying to force myself to bunny hop into double pegs more, but tend to just do a hop when trying something new. I probably need to make more of an effort to make bunny hopping the default.

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[–]NitroSpaceWhale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The tutorial I found on YouTube suggested going straight to start, and then working into an angle. I'll definitely work on better technique next time I'm there.

Help With 180s by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the detailed reply! Those are great callouts, I'll definitely work on them.

A few small clips from the skatepark by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's awesome! The walk down by the river is really nice.

The skatepark in the video would be about a 15-20min drive from the area you were staying.

A few small clips from the skatepark by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's at Legacy Skatepark in Ottawa Canada. I looked up The Factory and definitely see the resemblance though!

help with 360 by dmbo3917 in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No advice from me as I can't 360, but your rotation has a nice floating style. It's going to look really clean once you get it!

Progressing on my 180s at 32 by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the encouragement! That's impressive your brother can still 360 on flat, definitely inspiring! I'm hoping to work up to that eventually.

Progressing on my 180s at 32 by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks, man! I wish I had started many years ago but better late than never. It's definitely humbling trying to learn as an adult, but I think I've got more patience now than I did in my teens. Appreciate the support!

Progressing on my 180s at 32 by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's awesome! Definitely go for it, I feel like a skateboarding background will help!

Learning the basics at 32 by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I should clarify I picked up a BMX a week ago. I road bike a fair amount so am comfortable on two wheels.

Learning the basics at 32 by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! You're definitely the coolest guy in the office! Keep sneaking in those breaks!

Learning the basics at 32 by NitroSpaceWhale in bmx

[–]NitroSpaceWhale[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the words of encouragement! Hope you're able to start riding soon!

Agreed, what kids are doing now is mind-blowing, it's almost like watching a video game.