I've watched tons of wheelie tutorials, but this is the first time that addressed a problem I was having that wasn't mentioned until now; me trying to use my leg/pedaling to keep the front wheel up, which resulted in me basically accelerating the whole time and trying to keep up. Thanks for a very helpful video that really provided some key insight! Cheers!
I have found a very easy way to get the initial lift on wheelies without using any energy (which is key when learning because the lift can get tiring) is to just grab a tiny bit of front brake just before lift to dive the front suspension and then lean back with the rebound of the fork. Works the same on motorcycles, like a charm.
dudeeeeee!!!!!! i can do a wheelie down my street now! Thank you so much, and for the people learning, all i have to say is to have faith and keep practicing
@@richdrewtherideseries i loved you from the first video. ha no joke first video i saw was the drop video and I was like this dude is sweet. what up Bros! this is how you do da drop!
Hey Rich. I'm currently practicing my wheelies while in Lockdown. I'm making a progression series on my channel. ua-cam.com/video/gxTYd5Uwn8Y/v-deo.html I must say, after watching many videos I'm not too sure who to trust anymore. Some say that initial pedal power is what you need to lift. Others say it's in the torso. I don't feel anybody is wrong. I think it has more to do with how comfortable you are with what method. But me... I'm going to try your methods. At the moment I have about 6 days of footage that still needs to be processed but I'll give a shout out to you when it comes to your tips. I find it hard keeping the arms straight though. My hips don't want to work in my favour.
I've been watching dozens of wheelie videos. After watching your's, it's really coming together. Rich Drew has the best how to videos for MTB. Thank you Rich!!!
I'm 59 just set up my Giant Anthem Advanced SX 2017 using some of your tips and am now scaring my friends with my wheelie..... love it!! Next I'll try it on my Bianchi road bike.
"I can feel it in my plums." Brilliant!!! I laughed out loud at that. Off to practise some more. Thank you for the tips and insights. Good stuff, Maestro. Spring looks nice where you are.
If you have watched numerous wheelie tip videos like me to get that front wheel up and don't succeed. I have had a light bulb moment watching Rich's video. Set the playback speed @ 10:18 to 0.5 - watch this part of the video in slow motion as much as you can until you see the key to lifting the front wheel. Worked a charm for me. Notice how Rich's arms extend with his torso after pre-loading the front end, only THEN does that front wheel lift. I think that is a big key move to the wheelie. Set's you up for a good body position moving forward
Nice video.I do this trick for years and I can only agree with Rich. It took me 3 years to be able ride whelie whole block .5 years later I'm still improving my skills.
Rich. Best videos I’ve seen online ever. You completely take things apart and explain in a way we can all understand. Keep it up. Brilliant 😎👍🏻 I’m from the uk 🇬🇧 and it’s left hand 😋
@Rich Drew another great Tutorial my man, Ive just last year started my own UA-cam Channel with a bit of everything and I can easily manual, wheelie, bunnyhop, jump etc and i find it just as easy to coach others to learn as well HOWEVER I had absolutely no idea just how hard it is to apply all this by looking at a camera and trying to relay it from me to the lense.. Damn dude you make it look easy, props to you Rich..
You are the best instructor that I’ve found! The young kids can certainly wheelie, but they don’t instruct nearly as well as you. I like the minor details that you give. Thanks!
Very educational I have learned something new tonight and by the way thanks a lot for the encouraging words it really comes in handy in situations like mine since I’ve been trying myself real hard .
THANK YOU! this was totally different from the other vids out there - no one ever stressed not using the pedal power to stay up which is my biggest issue. Been at it for a month last year but about to try again with new tips suggested. Great video & great tips!
Eric Bort You are VERY welcome Eric!! I tried my best convey what has worked for me for many years and many miles of wheelies. I also tried to stress the areas I’ve seen people struggle with. Let me know how it works.
I had just subscribed a few days earlier and then rode by y'all that day and thought, "I think that was Rich Drew". Now I wish I would've wheelied by to get in the video :D great video!
This is the best wheelie video I have ever watched and honestly I’m pretty sure once I get back on my bike I’m gonna be able to do long wheelies and I’m definitely subscribing! Thank you so much 💪❤️💯
I'm 46 and have never been able to do wheelies or decent bunny hops or really anything cool. Hopefully i can start learning how. It always bothered me that I've been riding my whole life and never had the skills to do any of these things. Thanks for the videos. I'm gonna keep practicing.
The best break down of how to wheelie I've seen, and I've spent too much time watching UA-cam videos, so I should know. :-) It's so cool to see you show the "non serious" side of your personality. Paraphrased..."I like to refer back to some of our deepest philosophers. The hips don't lie. You should listen to Shakira...she knows what she's talking about." LOL Outstanding. Also....the "I'm going to head you off here...yes you can wheelie anything." You KNEW that was going to be the first question, because it always is.
In my early 50s. Never tried to wheelie as a youngster, but I'm learning now. One thing I would add it to not look down (like at your wheel). Keep your head up/back, maybe focus on a distant object. As soon as you start tilting your head forward, your wheel is going to go down. Think of it like this...your head is like a 15 lbs pendulum...if you swing it forward, you've just shifted your ballance point significantly.
TY for the reinforcement! My will to live kicks in when I'm in the balance point which makes me hit the rear brake. That's my plateau now. I know only seat time will fix that.
Haha, this was funny Tabby! Seat time will certainly help that and the mind will come into play as well. Try to keep the speed, and potential consequence, low and make some changes to find that comfort point. It'll happen.
That was brilliant thanks for sharing I'm a 44 year old and been riding mtb 20+ years and still can't wheelie or manual and at the present time in isolation so gonna practice practice practice 🤘
"keep your arm straight" that's exactly what i found out recently during my learning, and not lot videos emphasized this point clearly. At the same time, u also explained my issue of "falling one side". man, this is great video. b.t.w. i am currently at step 2, but i see the point u mentioned for step 3.
This video was great!. I was a pedal pusher alright, go figure, small change got me to wheelie more consistently. Need a HOW TO BUNNY HOP. Your teaching just make sense
Thanks for the feedback Louis! So pumped you're getting that wheelie down consistently now. I've been trying to breakdown and write out the Bunny Hop how to and it's getting there. My man Kyle Warner does a pretty good one, you should check it out. @kyleandapril
I'm very impressed with your videos! How you deciphered my crossed up brain waves is amazing! I'm becoming the legend my brain always told me I was....Keep up the great work
This is my segundo how to wheelie vid and both vids have really great content to tickle the "rad" within, I had no clue what I was doing wrong. Going rad tomorrow with higher hops to catch a good wheelie.
I turned 60 last Frid Jan 7 2022. Fortunately when I am on a bike I am 17 all over again, and this is the year, I re-learn to wheelie, which was called a 'cat walk' back in the day. Bikes are configured much differently now, as opposed to pulled back ape hangers and a banana seat, but I am thinking some of the old magic is buried somewhere and I will get it back. Also plan on jumping, but don'y think I will make it to back flips this year. Never did much jumping as a kid we were always going to some pond or other adventure. Your content is excellent, I will subscribe a bit later...I want to make a little progress and feel worthy! - Cheers
@@richdrewtherideseries I HAVE to learn. I’m 38. Shoulda learned when I was 15. No UA-cam back then 😆. I want to do the sickest wheelie ever. Soon as I feel better I’m on it again
Best wheelie (and other skills too) tutorial(s) on UA-cam!! Many thanks, Rich! Please tell Rob I'm anxiously awaiting his wisdom on clip shoe mods for transitioning flat pedal users. :-) Stay safe and healthy!!
Thanks JD!! I really appreciate that. I'm hoping we can bring some more exposure to the channel to grow it and maybe even bring Rob in on the regular!!
I'm 50 and on day 5 of learning. I'm getting occasional moments when I get it right up (the front wheel 🤗) and feather the brake but I then suddenly loose momentum peddling. I've been videoing my efforts so I'll eventually start uploading my progress. One thing that helped massively which was mentioned on another tutorial was to look up at where your going, not at the handlebars. Every time I do that it lifts to the point I need to hit the brake really easy. I guess it's helping to keep my back leaning back.
10:15 Yes! I will just like everything I try or go to achieve I do get it even time after, but the important part is that I do get it, I haven't learned because I don't have a helmet and covid-19 smash my pocket here in Latin America, no job for 2 years but I got my bike to feel free. 2:18 that sounds like lots of power in that trow back torso, but it makes sense, lift whit that and just pedal as required. 3:42 that is the same thing I think of, I saw that is the same normal sitting riding position, and that FIX is a GREAT KEY LOOKING AHEAD the bike lift easy, and my head still hurt but no bad symptoms, only stiff neck, pain on my spine bone even when I swallow.
I have been practicing the wheelie for about 5 days now using your method and it is working! I can now wheelie better than I ever have before. When I finally found my balance point and when I'm in my balance point it is actually easier to maintain my wheelie. I still have a long way to go but Thank You
Oh yes I am using pedal power. Still on a learning Prozess. Need to try your Prozess and looks like it doesn't require more energy. You got 1 new subscriber. Thanks for the help.
I think you’re able to break down basics better than a lot of other “tutorials.” Ive been riding in NWA and got some good footage. It’d be great to get some feedback
Great video. I looked back at some of my 'wheelie' photos and my arms are bent fighting the front end trying to pedal to stay up, no wonder I can't go past 20 yards! I can't wait to practice and fall on my ass a few times.
@@richdrewtherideseries Just an update, went to a park today and practiced. Did better at it then ever before even though I never really went that far, but I felt that "sweet spot" several times and just need to learn to hold it longer. I looped out a couple of times which You definitely need to do to learn this skill. The lift up and holding arms straight was great. Thanks
Thanks for the tips. Working on my wheelies right now. Started up the Ryan Leech 30 day challenge last week. So far so good. I like how you broke it down. Wheelie good job!
Thanks Rich! I'm going to give this a try today. Also, I've been hesitant to wear a full bib shirtless. It seemed.... I dunno, tacky. Not now! I'm gonna rock that every day!
I've got back into mountain biking and wish I never stopped but anyway been practicing wheelies again and getting better but not like I used to be but it will come back, and with your tips I think I will be there quick, I have a buddy that calls the balance point the flip zone...lol...thanks for the great vid, your wheelies are flawless.....👍
About 40 years ago I could do a wheelie for blocks while operating a Yo Yo. I rode a Schwinn Traveler road bike. I never used the rear brake. It got scary fast. I had a seated wheelie. My buddy who was equally as good as me did a standup wheelie. We would ride and compete for distance side by side. I remember going so fast and I lost the balance point a few times and had to run. I discovered many times that I could not run over 20 mph!
Due to other guides, i use my leg, and i wonder how someone can pop the front up to get into wheelie while they are already moving quick (in that case, using leg is so hard), now i know it is the torso, and just a little leg. Thanks so much!
michael mcclure YES!! Thanks Micheal, I really appreciate that feedback. I figure they have to be entertaining to work. I really have fun shooting them and I’m glad it comes across.
@@richdrewtherideseries definitely comes across and it's a great way to learn as your enthusiasm and confidence is contagious.. Thanks for sharing your skills with us. Just watching your jumps videos now ( the how to and mistakes ones), . I used to love doing jumps with my bmx as a kid until I broke a leg in two places on a particularly big jump where I lost control of the bike and landed badly. Then my beloved redline got stolen. Hoping to be more prepared if I do bigger jumps on a mountain bike. I love them but obviously wary about them as well. I'm enjoying getting back into the fun part of riding.
Hey Tom! I don't prefer to lock my suspension since it gives me a bit of a "buffer" so to speak. However, you have to be prepared for that buffer and the time it takes for inputs to transfer. Of the two bikes you mentioned, i'd think a short travel 29 would be easier, but that's just me. The suspension and the bike play a role in the big picture, there are many other factors involved. Try to keep it as simple as possible to limit the effect all of these variables have.
I admit i pedal to keep the front end up, struggling to find the balance point - feels like its a knife edge going through the balance point, my wheelies are poor :( Great video
Rocky Brewer Hey Rocky! I hear ya and it’s not an easy thing to get past. Try to find a grass field, make sure the gear choice is dialed in, and try to relax as much as possible. Good luck and let me know how it goes!
Amazing tips and tutorial, loving these all. Hips, Shakira, crease. Shakira, hips, Shakira. I wanted to post an emphasis on making sure you know what your safety tools are before doing a wheelie as beginners, and even advanced riders, as you can hurt yourself and our hospitals could use help right now by you not getting hurt breaking an arm or tailbone falling off the back. Know your limits! Test your index, use grass, not much uphill, helmet, pads, etc. Funny plums comment because I actually imagine those when finding balance point of rear axle just slightly forward of them. guys(and gals) what’s above the plums?... “keep your arms straight!” 3:12
Damn was that Peter Sagan in the bibs? Great vid. Already improving with these steps. Keep em coming. Would love to see your take on manuals and stoppies too.
My biggest obstacle is maintaining side-to-side balance on the lift. I have no issues finding the balance point, but when I engage the lift as instructed, I typically pull to the right. Often, it's difficult if not impossible to recover from. My primary drive leg is my right, so I wonder if I'm applying too much power? Occasionally, I'll get the perfect lift with no leaning side-to-side but I can't pinpoint how to make that more consistent. And let me tell ya....I'm practicing. Not just couch surfing! 🙂
I've watched tons of wheelie tutorials, but this is the first time that addressed a problem I was having that wasn't mentioned until now; me trying to use my leg/pedaling to keep the front wheel up, which resulted in me basically accelerating the whole time and trying to keep up. Thanks for a very helpful video that really provided some key insight! Cheers!
That’s great to hear! You are very welcome!
If you think this vid was great, try one of his Ride Series Classes. His teaching style adapts to each individual person in class.
I'm 56 and can now wheelie my Trek far enough to make my wife fear for my safety! Go balls out Brother!
That's why you're a legend Richard! Tell your wife you've got it under control
I can almost whellie and im 10
gotta beef up that life insurance claim my brother
That’s awesome! I’m 53 and starting to work on this. Also working on drops. That’s not going so well. Hoping Rich can help me.
I'm 63 and almost there. ( a few yards but drop down) I will keep Drew's tips in mind on my practice session today!
I have found a very easy way to get the initial lift on wheelies without using any energy (which is key when learning because the lift can get tiring) is to just grab a tiny bit of front brake just before lift to dive the front suspension and then lean back with the rebound of the fork. Works the same on motorcycles, like a charm.
Great input!
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Yeah i use to do like tat bro same💜 but in tat way I wasn't able to do longer wheelie .
that is the right method
dudeeeeee!!!!!! i can do a wheelie down my street now! Thank you so much, and for the people learning, all i have to say is to have faith and keep practicing
That's awesome Trevor!! Keep it up
tanks
When I first started watching your videos, I wasn't so sure about you Rich. I gotta hand it to you, you're an awesome coach and mentor.
Aaron, you're not alone in that feeling my man. I'm glad I grew on you like a fungus though and I truly appreciate that compliment!
@@richdrewtherideseries i loved you from the first video. ha no joke first video i saw was the drop video and I was like this dude is sweet. what up Bros! this is how you do da drop!
Hey Rich.
I'm currently practicing my wheelies while in Lockdown. I'm making a progression series on my channel.
ua-cam.com/video/gxTYd5Uwn8Y/v-deo.html
I must say, after watching many videos I'm not too sure who to trust anymore. Some say that initial pedal power is what you need to lift. Others say it's in the torso. I don't feel anybody is wrong. I think it has more to do with how comfortable you are with what method. But me... I'm going to try your methods. At the moment I have about 6 days of footage that still needs to be processed but I'll give a shout out to you when it comes to your tips. I find it hard keeping the arms straight though. My hips don't want to work in my favour.
West Coast Mountain Biker can you do it now?
Thanks for the awesome breakdown!
awesome video man!! im in my 40's and i learned to wheelie about 3months ago watching vids like this now I do wheelies like forest gump does running!
So you did this in 3 months? Wow. Just gave me encouragement. I'll practice again after work
I've been watching dozens of wheelie videos. After watching your's, it's really coming together. Rich Drew has the best how to videos for MTB. Thank you Rich!!!
That’s awesome Kevin! Just take your time and work to get more comfortable with that balance point.
Yeah, youre right this guy is the best wheelie mentor
Don’t fear what lies beyond the balance point. Keep videos like this coming Rich
Indeed Joey!! Nothing to fear! I'll do my best to keep them coming.
that's my biggest problem with committing, worrying about falling off the back
best damn wheelie video ever. I'm 44 and about to start my wheelie journey on a 29" BMX bike
Heck yeah, I love to hear that!
I'm 59 just set up my Giant Anthem Advanced SX 2017 using some of your tips and am now scaring my friends with my wheelie..... love it!! Next I'll try it on my Bianchi road bike.
YES!! That's awesome John. Must send some video of the Bianchi
"I can feel it in my plums." Brilliant!!! I laughed out loud at that. Off to practise some more.
Thank you for the tips and insights. Good stuff, Maestro. Spring looks nice where you are.
YES! I'm glad you liked that one. It kind of just worked itself in there. Spring has been a bit rainy here unfortunately.
If you have watched numerous wheelie tip videos like me to get that front wheel up and don't succeed. I have had a light bulb moment watching Rich's video.
Set the playback speed @ 10:18 to 0.5 - watch this part of the video in slow motion as much as you can until you see the key to lifting the front wheel.
Worked a charm for me. Notice how Rich's arms extend with his torso after pre-loading the front end, only THEN does that front wheel lift. I think that is a big key move to the wheelie. Set's you up for a good body position moving forward
By far the best "how to wheelie a bike" vid on utbe..hahaha funny and lots of very good info..
GT Realm Thank you GT! I dig hearing feedback like this.
Great content...van in background is seriously RAD...but with nuance!!!! Your teaching method is the best.
Thanks Todd!! I didn't even realize the van was in the background ;)
Nice video.I do this trick for years and I can only agree with Rich. It took me 3 years to be able ride whelie whole block .5 years later I'm still improving my skills.
Heck yeah dude!! I don't think we ever stop improving...or trying to at least.
the best wheelie tutorial so far, much details which I think is precise...thanks Rich Drew!!!
You are very welcome 👊🏻
Now I regret y didn't I watch tis full video from last time . Really thank you so much it really work for me.💜💜💜
Rich. Best videos I’ve seen online ever. You completely take things apart and explain in a way we can all understand. Keep it up. Brilliant 😎👍🏻 I’m from the uk 🇬🇧 and it’s left hand 😋
Thanks for the video Mr Rich. It is very helpful. We are working on wheelies. With your tips we should improve. 👍
Best part of this video is now I can keep watching it to learn. Best tutorial I've seen.
@Rich Drew another great Tutorial my man, Ive just last year started my own UA-cam Channel with a bit of everything and I can easily manual, wheelie, bunnyhop, jump etc and i find it just as easy to coach others to learn as well HOWEVER I had absolutely no idea just how hard it is to apply all this by looking at a camera and trying to relay it from me to the lense.. Damn dude you make it look easy, props to you Rich..
Hey dude! So rad that you started a channel! It's a bit more difficult that people think, but it gets a bit easier with time. Keep it up!
first time checking out this channel and i love your instruction style.
Thanks Justin! Glad you found it my man.
You are the best instructor that I’ve found! The young kids can certainly wheelie, but they don’t instruct nearly as well as you. I like the minor details that you give.
Thanks!
What a hardcore intro and smooth wheelie while talking
Your content has really elevated my riding RD! thanks, keep it up!
Very educational I have learned something new tonight and by the way thanks a lot for the encouraging words it really comes in handy in situations like mine since I’ve been trying myself real hard .
Keep it up Manuel!!
THANK YOU! this was totally different from the other vids out there - no one ever stressed not using the pedal power to stay up which is my biggest issue. Been at it for a month last year but about to try again with new tips suggested. Great video & great tips!
Eric Bort You are VERY welcome Eric!! I tried my best convey what has worked for me for many years and many miles of wheelies. I also tried to stress the areas I’ve seen people struggle with. Let me know how it works.
I had just subscribed a few days earlier and then rode by y'all that day and thought, "I think that was Rich Drew". Now I wish I would've wheelied by to get in the video :D great video!
Sawyer Ware That would’ve been awesome!! Be sure to say hi next time you see us. I love using that spot!
This is the best wheelie video I have ever watched and honestly I’m pretty sure once I get back on my bike I’m gonna be able to do long wheelies and I’m definitely subscribing! Thank you so much 💪❤️💯
I'm 46 and have never been able to do wheelies or decent bunny hops or really anything cool. Hopefully i can start learning how. It always bothered me that I've been riding my whole life and never had the skills to do any of these things. Thanks for the videos. I'm gonna keep practicing.
The best tutorial i think, one thing i will add is a side to side balans, btw you helped me soo much with this step by step
The best break down of how to wheelie I've seen, and I've spent too much time watching UA-cam videos, so I should know. :-) It's so cool to see you show the "non serious" side of your personality. Paraphrased..."I like to refer back to some of our deepest philosophers. The hips don't lie. You should listen to Shakira...she knows what she's talking about." LOL Outstanding. Also....the "I'm going to head you off here...yes you can wheelie anything." You KNEW that was going to be the first question, because it always is.
Love your way to explain Mtb stuff.
Thank you! I really appreciate that
In my early 50s. Never tried to wheelie as a youngster, but I'm learning now. One thing I would add it to not look down (like at your wheel). Keep your head up/back, maybe focus on a distant object. As soon as you start tilting your head forward, your wheel is going to go down. Think of it like this...your head is like a 15 lbs pendulum...if you swing it forward, you've just shifted your ballance point significantly.
15 lbs...THAT'S A HEAVY HEAD! HAHA! Great input Ron
TY for the reinforcement! My will to live kicks in when I'm in the balance point which makes me hit the rear brake. That's my plateau now. I know only seat time will fix that.
Haha, this was funny Tabby! Seat time will certainly help that and the mind will come into play as well. Try to keep the speed, and potential consequence, low and make some changes to find that comfort point. It'll happen.
Best wheelie video I’ve seen. And I’ve seen quite a few. 👍🏻 Rich Drew is the man. Proper skills!
Thanks Cory! That means a ton man!
That was brilliant thanks for sharing I'm a 44 year old and been riding mtb 20+ years and still can't wheelie or manual and at the present time in isolation so gonna practice practice practice 🤘
Thanks Stewart! Let me know how the practice practice practice goes.
"keep your arm straight" that's exactly what i found out recently during my learning, and not lot videos emphasized this point clearly. At the same time, u also explained my issue of "falling one side". man, this is great video. b.t.w. i am currently at step 2, but i see the point u mentioned for step 3.
This video was great!. I was a pedal pusher alright, go figure, small change got me to wheelie more consistently. Need a HOW TO BUNNY HOP. Your teaching just make sense
Thanks for the feedback Louis! So pumped you're getting that wheelie down consistently now. I've been trying to breakdown and write out the Bunny Hop how to and it's getting there. My man Kyle Warner does a pretty good one, you should check it out. @kyleandapril
Best mtb how to channel, keep them coming man so good👌 thank you
bocap1980 Thanks bocap!! I appreciate that feedback.
I'm very impressed with your videos! How you deciphered my crossed up brain waves is amazing! I'm becoming the legend my brain always told me I was....Keep up the great work
Richard, I live inside your head and have had a team of scientists analyzing those brain waves ;)
Keep being that legend my man!!
@@richdrewtherideseries Mad scientists no doubt!
This is my segundo how to wheelie vid and both vids have really great content to tickle the "rad" within, I had no clue what I was doing wrong. Going rad tomorrow with higher hops to catch a good wheelie.
I turned 60 last Frid Jan 7 2022. Fortunately when I am on a bike I am 17 all over again, and this is the year, I re-learn to wheelie, which was called a 'cat walk' back in the day.
Bikes are configured much differently now, as opposed to pulled back ape hangers and a banana seat, but I am thinking some of the old magic is buried somewhere and I will get it back.
Also plan on jumping, but don'y think I will make it to back flips this year. Never did much jumping as a kid we were always going to some pond or other adventure. Your content is excellent, I will subscribe a bit later...I want to make a little progress and feel worthy! - Cheers
Rich you're video's are AWESOME! thank you so much for putting these videos up
sanahe2000 Thanks for that feedback, I love it! Hoping to keep premiering a video a week, stay tuned!
Nice explanation. Whether I can do it or not is another story! Thanks much.
David Change You’re very welcome David!!
Just tried to practice fir the first time and pulled my right quad. 👍. Major bummer. I guess I didn’t throw my torso back.
Oh no! Sorry to hear that Nick. Heal up
@@richdrewtherideseries I HAVE to learn. I’m 38. Shoulda learned when I was 15. No UA-cam back then 😆. I want to do the sickest wheelie ever. Soon as I feel better I’m on it again
Your tutorials are great mate, super clear. Many thanks
TheEvilEyeMaster You are very welcome! That’s the goal, I’m excited it comes across that way.
Best wheelie (and other skills too) tutorial(s) on UA-cam!! Many thanks, Rich!
Please tell Rob I'm anxiously awaiting his wisdom on clip shoe mods for transitioning flat pedal users. :-) Stay safe and healthy!!
Thanks JD!! I really appreciate that. I'm hoping we can bring some more exposure to the channel to grow it and maybe even bring Rob in on the regular!!
The timing of these videos is fortuitous....Something to do whilst under the quarantine...
Although I wish that wasn't the case, I'm glad to be able to supply some education and entertainment during these crazy times.
I actually said this was going to be my goal during this boring AF period!
I'm 50 and on day 5 of learning. I'm getting occasional moments when I get it right up (the front wheel 🤗) and feather the brake but I then suddenly loose momentum peddling. I've been videoing my efforts so I'll eventually start uploading my progress.
One thing that helped massively which was mentioned on another tutorial was to look up at where your going, not at the handlebars. Every time I do that it lifts to the point I need to hit the brake really easy. I guess it's helping to keep my back leaning back.
Great to hear about your progress! Can't wait to see the videos!
You've made great great how to series! Outstanding!
Very well explained and you give confidence to get it. Thanks
KAMEL K Thanks Kamel!! Go get em!
Dude...you said you can “wheelie any bike and so can you”...then you got on the exact Pivot Vault that I own. Haha...sick bike! Great tutorial!
You've got my attention @Rich Drew ;)! Cool stuff. Well deserved subscription. Cheers!
Błażej Thanks Blazej!! I appreciate the support.
Best wheelie video i have seen so far!
Allan Maynard Thats great to hear Allan, thank you!
10:15 Yes! I will just like everything I try or go to achieve I do get it even time after, but the important part is that I do get it,
I haven't learned because I don't have a helmet and covid-19 smash my pocket here in Latin America, no job for 2 years but I got my bike to feel free.
2:18 that sounds like lots of power in that trow back torso, but it makes sense, lift whit that and just pedal as required.
3:42 that is the same thing I think of, I saw that is the same normal sitting riding position, and that FIX is a GREAT KEY LOOKING AHEAD the bike lift easy, and my head still hurt but no bad symptoms, only stiff neck, pain on my spine bone even when I swallow.
this is a fantastic tutorial; really simple and well explained technique, much appreciated!
k rae I love this feedback, thank you!
OMG! That outfit you had on with that road bike Rich! lmao... Imma learn all this mess guys. For realz...
Best wheelie tutorial on UA-cam! Thank you :D
In Germany we use the right index finger for the rear brake as well.
YES!! I knew Germany was a rad country!
Rich Drew I think the front brake, right hand rear brake, left hand thing is just in the UK.
As far as I can tell, it's on which side of the road you should ride / drive, on that side is rear break.
Brilliant stuff Rich. Love the spandex leotard. Takes me back.
That "hips don't lie" was the lightbulb for me 😂😂
I have been practicing the wheelie for about 5 days now using your method and it is working! I can now wheelie better than I ever have before. When I finally found my balance point and when I'm in my balance point it is actually easier to maintain my wheelie. I still have a long way to go but Thank You
WM 7900 BOOM! That’s awesome! Just let it come to you and be patient
Oh yes I am using pedal power. Still on a learning Prozess. Need to try your Prozess and looks like it doesn't require more energy. You got 1 new subscriber. Thanks for the help.
Best tutorial wheelie vid by far hell yeah
Thanks dude!
I think you’re able to break down basics better than a lot of other “tutorials.” Ive been riding in NWA and got some good footage. It’d be great to get some feedback
Great job. With the Corona Virus going around I thought this would be a good time to learn to wheelie! Cheers!
Great video. I looked back at some of my 'wheelie' photos and my arms are bent fighting the front end trying to pedal to stay up, no wonder I can't go past 20 yards! I can't wait to practice and fall on my ass a few times.
Thanks Jeff! Straight arms are key my man!
@@richdrewtherideseries By the way your Devinci looks sick, this was my 2nd choice behind the bike I got.
@@richdrewtherideseries Just an update, went to a park today and practiced. Did better at it then ever before even though I never really went that far, but I felt that "sweet spot" several times and just need to learn to hold it longer. I looped out a couple of times which You definitely need to do to learn this skill. The lift up and holding arms straight was great. Thanks
Jeff P AWESOME!!
Mr. Nice Guy! Thx you so much for You’re Videos ! Greetings from germany
Hey brother that's good stuff I like you and you explained it well you know you explained that you broke it down simplified it good job brother
I appreciate that Mike!
I have watched so many videos and this one was the best
Best wheelie video EVER! Thank you🍻
Nice! Just subscribed. Will use your tips today to find that balance point! Cheers from Japan!
Thanks for the tips. Working on my wheelies right now. Started up the Ryan Leech 30 day challenge last week. So far so good. I like how you broke it down. Wheelie good job!
Haven Outdoors Haha, thank you!! Ryan’s program is awesome! Let me know how it goes.
Thanks man! Great video! I’ll try adjusting seat and gear choice for sure🤘
Go get em Chris!
Thanks Rich! I'm going to give this a try today. Also, I've been hesitant to wear a full bib shirtless. It seemed.... I dunno, tacky. Not now! I'm gonna rock that every day!
Ryan Langan You are welcome Ryan! Let me know how it goes. Also, it is indeed very tacky to go full bib shirtless. 😳😉
I've got back into mountain biking and wish I never stopped but anyway been practicing wheelies again and getting better but not like I used to be but it will come back, and with your tips I think I will be there quick, I have a buddy that calls the balance point the flip zone...lol...thanks for the great vid, your wheelies are flawless.....👍
Great thanks for these tips! I really need to learn this so I can improve my technical skills.
You are very welcome!
Nice video man ! This coming from a 39yr old going back to MTB !
thanks Max!
About 40 years ago I could do a wheelie for blocks while operating a Yo Yo. I rode a Schwinn Traveler road bike. I never used the rear brake. It got scary fast. I had a seated wheelie. My buddy who was equally as good as me did a standup wheelie. We would ride and compete for distance side by side. I remember going so fast and I lost the balance point a few times and had to run. I discovered many times that I could not run over 20 mph!
Thanks for the great tutorial, now i know whats the right and positioning😀😀
You are very welcome Paul! Let me know how it goes
Defo best wheelie vid out there
Great video!🤙🏻 I think you nailed all the info you could in a tutorial!
Thanks Peter! We really tried!
Another great tutorial,thanks Rich!
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Thanks Davor!! I appreciate the support!
Due to other guides, i use my leg, and i wonder how someone can pop the front up to get into wheelie while they are already moving quick (in that case, using leg is so hard), now i know it is the torso, and just a little leg. Thanks so much!
Most entertaining bike videos on UA-cam haha
michael mcclure YES!! Thanks Micheal, I really appreciate that feedback. I figure they have to be entertaining to work. I really have fun shooting them and I’m glad it comes across.
@@richdrewtherideseries definitely comes across and it's a great way to learn as your enthusiasm and confidence is contagious.. Thanks for sharing your skills with us.
Just watching your jumps videos now ( the how to and mistakes ones), . I used to love doing jumps with my bmx as a kid until I broke a leg in two places on a particularly big jump where I lost control of the bike and landed badly. Then my beloved redline got stolen. Hoping to be more prepared if I do bigger jumps on a mountain bike. I love them but obviously wary about them as well. I'm enjoying getting back into the fun part of riding.
What about your suspension? should I lock my fork and rear suspension? What is easiest to learn on a short travel 29" or a long travel 27,5"?
Hey Tom! I don't prefer to lock my suspension since it gives me a bit of a "buffer" so to speak. However, you have to be prepared for that buffer and the time it takes for inputs to transfer. Of the two bikes you mentioned, i'd think a short travel 29 would be easier, but that's just me.
The suspension and the bike play a role in the big picture, there are many other factors involved. Try to keep it as simple as possible to limit the effect all of these variables have.
I think i can wheeli after i see ur videos,thnx man 4 the tutorial👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
That's awesome!!!
I admit i pedal to keep the front end up, struggling to find the balance point - feels like its a knife edge going through the balance point, my wheelies are poor :( Great video
Rocky Brewer Hey Rocky! I hear ya and it’s not an easy thing to get past. Try to find a grass field, make sure the gear choice is dialed in, and try to relax as much as possible. Good luck and let me know how it goes!
Amazing tips and tutorial, loving these all. Hips, Shakira, crease. Shakira, hips, Shakira. I wanted to post an emphasis on making sure you know what your safety tools are before doing a wheelie as beginners, and even advanced riders, as you can hurt yourself and our hospitals could use help right now by you not getting hurt breaking an arm or tailbone falling off the back. Know your limits! Test your index, use grass, not much uphill, helmet, pads, etc. Funny plums comment because I actually imagine those when finding balance point of rear axle just slightly forward of them. guys(and gals) what’s above the plums?... “keep your arms straight!” 3:12
Watched this last night on Patreon 😁. Rich is rockin the vids these days - ride series “how to”.... got watch people 😎👆
Thanks Pete!!! I loved all the feedback I got from the Patrons on this one. #membershiphasitsprivileges
I never saw the relationship between wheelies, plums and mankinis - until now... Great tutorial
There is, indeed, a strong correlation between all three of those elements. Thank you!
"You had me at 'plums'."?!?!? ;)
That ending lol! Great video.
Best tutorial. Thank you very much.
SagNeinZurDreifaltigkeit SagNeinZurDreifaltigkeit You are VERY welcome!! 👊🏻
Damn was that Peter Sagan in the bibs? Great vid. Already improving with these steps. Keep em coming. Would love to see your take on manuals and stoppies too.
Thanks Adam! We did the manual video, but I'm still trying to wrap my head around a stoppie vid. Maybe soon.
I need to work with the wheelie after the lockdown tnx coach😊
Heck yeah Litos!
Perfect Rich !!! Thanks and peace You !!! Greetings from Poland !!!
Thanks dude!! How's the riding in Poland? We might need to do a Ride Series How To WORLD TOUR soon!
Haha nice tutorial...hilarious ending! Your the man!
Thanks Andy!!
Sweet video man! I guess the straight arms also applies to manuals?
olivierhacking Thanks dude! Yes indeed. However, the manual is a much more dynamic movement and the hip angle is constantly changing.
My biggest obstacle is maintaining side-to-side balance on the lift. I have no issues finding the balance point, but when I engage the lift as instructed, I typically pull to the right. Often, it's difficult if not impossible to recover from. My primary drive leg is my right, so I wonder if I'm applying too much power?
Occasionally, I'll get the perfect lift with no leaning side-to-side but I can't pinpoint how to make that more consistent. And let me tell ya....I'm practicing. Not just couch surfing! 🙂