You will never know how much this video meant to me. As someone facing health issues that involve scary outcomes, it's reassuring to know that my absolute favorite pastime since I was 4 years old will still be possible. I might not like the diagnosis, I might hate the treatment, and I might be scared to death of the aftermath, but I will survive and I will ride again. Even if it's just once, I promise you that. Thank you.
i hope you realize that mentally gearing yourself to not allow your medical issues to stop you from doing what you love is a huge strength I know as both a stroke recovery survivor and a medical amputee currently rehabbing
Thank you so very much for making this video. I have been a left leg BK amputee since I was 25 (back in 1984 due to getting hit broad-side while on my motorcycle and now I am 62) I spent 22 years in a wheelchair because I had a lot of graft skin applied to the ingured areas and any prosthetics they had back then would make my leg bleed profusely. I was not until I moved to Florida in 2007 was I finally able to wear a prosthetic leg but found myself unable to ride a bicycle or even adult tricycle because I could not bend my leg enough. Fast forward to today and thanks to your video I am going to try again (once I find a tricycle that I can borrow) as you have reminded me why I could not do it back in 2007 and why I have just noticed that my prosthetic leg DOES allow my leg to bend farther than my old one from back then. Thank goodness for Hanger Prosthetics. Cheers! 😎
Thank you, lost my left leg below the knee in 2018 and your video gave me some ideas for the new mountain bike I bought since my rehab people say I can ride a bike with practice. Hope you have a good day and such.. thanks again.
I’m so excited to find your videos I never thought about searching. I lost my leg from the knee down in a hit and run motorcycle accident and I thought that I was not able to do any of the things that I used to especially ride a motorcycle again but I’m looking forward to seeing all the different things that you do so I can transfer them to myself and make my life a little full with exercising more thank you❤
I just realized that you are 50% immune to snake bites. If you had your other leg amputated, you could run through a field of pit vipers with wild abandon!
I wear footbraces on both legs. I haven't tried riding my bike in years until recently. Its very daunting, but seeing you do it, if you can do it, I can do it. I just found your channel. I'm pretty physically. I love seeing people with physical challenges get back to living their life and being active. Thank you for making this video. I just subscribed. :)
I have been riding bikes with a prosthetic for maybe 35 years. I can see a few problems you're having that maybe I can help with. First, you need to adjust your seat higher. You want your seat high enough so your leg is nearly straight. This means you fake leg won't reach the ground with your butt on the seat. Make sure when you stop you tip to the meat leg side. Mount the bike on your fake leg side placing your fake leg on a raised peddle so your bike starts to roll as you mount. Good luck!
You mentioned how deeply your knee is bending, and how that might cause difficulty with your prosthetic. In fact, it looks like your bike is not properly sized/adjusted for you. Ideally, your legs should be at full extension when the pedal is in the down position. Having your knees bend that far will cause problems in the long run for anyone, whether with one "meat leg" or two. Thank you for posting the video. It was great to see you getting back on the bike!
I've had my btk prosthetic for one month and I've ridden my mountain bike twice and it was awesome. I did have trouble getting a leg over so I leaned the bike over like 45 degrees to get on and likewise to get off. I've been sitting or lying down for 6 months and my rides were exhilarating !
What I suggest to Christine is always having your left leg as the one that you start off with. That way you can keep your meat leg on the ground and use that one for support and also allowing you of raising your seat height. Also, as Christine is a casual cyclist and not likely wanting to invest in click in shoes and pedals, if slipping off of the pedal with her left leg is an issue, she could get a toe clip for just the left pedal. Using the strap is optional.
I find that I get the best out of using toe-straps on the pedals or cleat-shoes. The toe-straps prevent my foot from sliding off the pedal. I use cleated shoes for racing (combined with the correct pedals), as they provide a positive lock to the pedal. For daily riding the toe-straps are best because I can use them with any shoes. Cheers!
I became an amputee four years ago. Just yesterday I bought a bicycle and rode it, with minor problems, having not rode one in a while. My only problem really is having to raise the seat up a bit to accommodate this right leg.
WTF back to you? Dude, she's got a robot leg. Do you have any idea how cool that is? From someone who lives in snake country, who has to make noise whenever they walk through a field, do you know how amazing it would be not to worry about getting bit? And, yeah, I've thought about getting augmented. They just don't have what I want yet. Maybe in another 10 years I'll get a new arm with built-in phone/GPS. Prosthetics are amazing and I can't wait for the cybernetic revolution.
I saw your note about how high the leg comes up, and maybe needing a prosthetic leg adjustment. You should know that the crank arms (the length of metal that the pedals attach to) come in different lengths. So if the rider is shorter, or does not have as much range of motion, the bike can accommodate that.
well done ive ridden bikes as a kid i used to pull the pedal up with my foot under the pedal cos like you pointed out i couldnt fully bend the knee , i got it cut down and i was away
Love your videos... I was trying to figure out a bike this past weekend, I did not think about the kickstand till it was way to late... and I was tired.
KindCreature1 If the seat goes higher, then it means relying only on one set of tiptoes at a stopping point or to get off the bike. Right? Any help or advice on this would be appreciated.
@@AmputeeOT I know! Motorcycles However are potentially dangerous, socially offensive, dirty, impractical, often uncomfortable. But Great Fun! I have been riding bikes for over 40years and have done around 300,000 miles as an amputee.
I know - with the seat in the ideal position I felt unsafe because I can't tippy-toe with my prosthetic. So, I lowered it temporarily until I get used to it.
Oh. I had pedal extenders put on my pedals (hence - the name pedal extenders 🤣🤣) because my little old lady Bk right leg needs it. Or is safer - falling in the Safety First Net🤣🤣. 👍
If you could have saved your foot do u think it would be very painful throughout recovery and u couldn't do all the things u do now without your real foot? Would u have more pain or less pain with real foot with screws and pins if u could have kept your foot. I'm facing below knee amputation and scared and can't make my mind up, I know long recovery, years, but will I wish I would have had amputation sooner instead of wasting years?
Hi, nice vid :) Was wondering, (and I'm sorry if this is a bit skanky! ;) ) but do you get sweat issues when riding? I find myself unable to do no more than about 10-15 of decent cycling before my liner is so full of sweat it's slipping all over the place. So I have to stop, pour out, dry, wait for cool down and then get on again. It makes anything other than bimbling into town almost impossible. Any experience with this at all? cheers :)
I want to get back to life and out of this wheelchair, I'm tired of hurting, my foot and ankle was ripped apart in a car accident, all doctors (7 of them so far lol, I'm still looking for a more advanced surgeon to save this thing) recommend amputation....I know u was scared but did what u had to do. I know I should have it done, guess answered my own ? Lol
@@morgancalvi6675 omg!!! I wouldn't ever imagine I would be reading this 9 years later. I actually amputated my leg in 2014 and it was the best decision I ever made. I'm walking again, playing with my kids and have a great outlook on life!!! I had no life with that busted ass foot 😆 thanks for reminding me of how far I've come!!!! I needed that ❤️ Merry Christmas❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing this. I don't know why, but it's really scary for me because, with the BK prosthesis, I don't have tiptoes on the right. I feel like I am sitting too short on the bike, but I'm afraid to rely only on the left tiptoes for getting off or stopping. Your video helped me to feel less afraid, but any tips (pun intended) would be appreciated.
Hi. Thanks for the interesting video. May I know what prosthetic foot you are using? Any motion at the ankle and is that necessary/ helpful? Why do you place the midfoot over the pedal instead of the forefoot?
I'm new to all this Indo not have my staples out listening to your videos I picked up a lot of new tricks thank you for putting yourself out there but I need to know where do you find more of your videos other than these I would love to know how the heck you would get out of the bathtub can we take a bath with one leg below the knee sorry to ask such a silly question but I really do not know the answer
I am a lbka as well, is it best to push off with my left leg? I am having a problem since I was on my bike when the accident happened to my leg, and am wondering if there is a psychological problem preventing me for getting started again. I always did push off with my right previously, but now I'm thinking it's best to have the good foot on the ground when starting out, any ideas? I've noticed amputees seem to like getting around on a bike and I'm sure I will again, if I can get over this hurdle.
Wouldn't it be easier to ride a 'female' bicycle? I'm not an amputee (youtube only knows how I got here) but I can't ride high - bar bicycles without feeling unsafe. But then maybe that's because I have automated a crossed leg rolling mount/dismount.
This is a question you need to ask your prosthetist. They can cut it down to turn current level. If you cut it yourself you’ll be voiding your warranty
Is walking uncomfortable? Describe? I want to at least be able to walk kids around amusement parks and zoos again...could I do it easier without real foot? Different pain in end of leg bone where amputated? ? Any pain in leg anymore?
Hey Old Me!!!! Hey girl hey!!!! Aren't you glad you amputated your foot and got yourself back together!!! I know I am!! Thank you for doing all that hard work and getting us to where we are today! Me & the kids love you!!! Maybe future me will see this again in another 10 years and let's see what all has happened to us by then! See you soon ❤️❤️❤️
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You will never know how much this video meant to me. As someone facing health issues that involve scary outcomes, it's reassuring to know that my absolute favorite pastime since I was 4 years old will still be possible. I might not like the diagnosis, I might hate the treatment, and I might be scared to death of the aftermath, but I will survive and I will ride again. Even if it's just once, I promise you that. Thank you.
i hope you realize that mentally gearing yourself to not allow your medical issues to stop you from doing what you love is a huge strength I know as both a stroke recovery survivor and a medical amputee currently rehabbing
Thank you so very much for making this video. I have been a left leg BK amputee since I was 25 (back in 1984 due to getting hit broad-side while on my motorcycle and now I am 62) I spent 22 years in a wheelchair because I had a lot of graft skin applied to the ingured areas and any prosthetics they had back then would make my leg bleed profusely. I was not until I moved to Florida in 2007 was I finally able to wear a prosthetic leg but found myself unable to ride a bicycle or even adult tricycle because I could not bend my leg enough. Fast forward to today and thanks to your video I am going to try again (once I find a tricycle that I can borrow) as you have reminded me why I could not do it back in 2007 and why I have just noticed that my prosthetic leg DOES allow my leg to bend farther than my old one from back then. Thank goodness for Hanger Prosthetics. Cheers! 😎
Thank you, lost my left leg below the knee in 2018 and your video gave me some ideas for the new mountain bike I bought since my rehab people say I can ride a bike with practice. Hope you have a good day and such.. thanks again.
I’m so excited to find your videos I never thought about searching. I lost my leg from the knee down in a hit and run motorcycle accident and I thought that I was not able to do any of the things that I used to especially ride a motorcycle again but I’m looking forward to seeing all the different things that you do so I can transfer them to myself and make my life a little full with exercising more thank you❤
I just realized that you are 50% immune to snake bites. If you had your other leg amputated, you could run through a field of pit vipers with wild abandon!
I wear footbraces on both legs. I haven't tried riding my bike in years until recently. Its very daunting, but seeing you do it, if you can do it, I can do it. I just found your channel. I'm pretty physically. I love seeing people with physical challenges get back to living their life and being active. Thank you for making this video. I just subscribed. :)
Very thorough. I wish I had a park like that to ride in. Very pretty!
I have been riding bikes with a prosthetic for maybe 35 years. I can see a few problems you're having that maybe I can help with. First, you need to adjust your seat higher. You want your seat high enough so your leg is nearly straight. This means you fake leg won't reach the ground with your butt on the seat. Make sure when you stop you tip to the meat leg side. Mount the bike on your fake leg side placing your fake leg on a raised peddle so your bike starts to roll as you mount. Good luck!
You mentioned how deeply your knee is bending, and how that might cause difficulty with your prosthetic. In fact, it looks like your bike is not properly sized/adjusted for you. Ideally, your legs should be at full extension when the pedal is in the down position. Having your knees bend that far will cause problems in the long run for anyone, whether with one "meat leg" or two.
Thank you for posting the video. It was great to see you getting back on the bike!
glad to hear from you again...so delighted you are enjoying cycling
I've had my btk prosthetic for one month and I've ridden my mountain bike twice and it was awesome. I did have trouble getting a leg over so I leaned the bike over like 45 degrees to get on and likewise to get off. I've been sitting or lying down for 6 months and my rides were exhilarating !
LOL, you peeps are crazy. I thought your comment was funny and obviously you don't *really* want me to amputate my other leg. ^.^
I started using clipless pedals. this holds my feet in the proper position without having to constantly check/adjust my prosthetic foot position.
Bruce Klein how do you unclip?
@@Dog.soldier1950 I use Speedplay Frogs,no spring tension to overcome to unclip.
Bruce Klein thanks that’s a big help for me
Safety first. 🤣🤣🤣👍. I watched your alley hopping prosthetic riding video. Safety first. 👍👍👍. Sometimes you just have to break loose.
What I suggest to Christine is always having your left leg as the one that you start off with. That way you can keep your meat leg on the ground and use that one for support and also allowing you of raising your seat height. Also, as Christine is a casual cyclist and not likely wanting to invest in click in shoes and pedals, if slipping off of the pedal with her left leg is an issue, she could get a toe clip for just the left pedal. Using the strap is optional.
I find that I get the best out of using toe-straps on the pedals or cleat-shoes. The toe-straps prevent my foot from sliding off the pedal. I use cleated shoes for racing (combined with the correct pedals), as they provide a positive lock to the pedal. For daily riding the toe-straps are best because I can use them with any shoes. Cheers!
Great job Christina! A natural as usual. :) Get out and ride as much as you can. Its the best exercise of an amputee in my opinion. Wear a helmet!!!
I became an amputee four years ago. Just yesterday I bought a bicycle and rode it, with minor problems, having not rode one in a while.
My only problem really is having to raise the seat up a bit to accommodate this right leg.
WTF back to you? Dude, she's got a robot leg. Do you have any idea how cool that is? From someone who lives in snake country, who has to make noise whenever they walk through a field, do you know how amazing it would be not to worry about getting bit? And, yeah, I've thought about getting augmented. They just don't have what I want yet. Maybe in another 10 years I'll get a new arm with built-in phone/GPS. Prosthetics are amazing and I can't wait for the cybernetic revolution.
I am above knee amputee I ride bicycle everyday! U seems to be riding so smoothly. Nice video too
I saw your note about how high the leg comes up, and maybe needing a prosthetic leg adjustment.
You should know that the crank arms (the length of metal that the pedals attach to) come in different lengths. So if the rider is shorter, or does not have as much range of motion, the bike can accommodate that.
well done ive ridden bikes as a kid i used to pull the pedal up with my foot under the pedal cos like you pointed out i couldnt fully bend the knee , i got it cut down and i was away
I love what she did with the lego leg
Nice, I'm a ak, love to ride. Your awesome
I'm a RBK since 2008 and use a bike to get pretty much everywhere!
Love your videos... I was trying to figure out a bike this past weekend, I did not think about the kickstand till it was way to late... and I was tired.
Thanks for sharing this I'm going to pull out the knee pads later and try again 😊
Your bike seat might be just a tad too low. You sure have a super attitude and will inspire many, many people!
KindCreature1 If the seat goes higher, then it means relying only on one set of tiptoes at a stopping point or to get off the bike. Right? Any help or advice on this would be appreciated.
It was "Evolution" and I actually filmed the part of me riding a bike a few days after I filmed the video about riding a bike.
i like every videos u shared with us. just keep the good job.
Great again!
nice Ride bike
I have always found it much easier to ride a bicycle (or indeed a motorcycle) than it is to walk.
That probably goes for a lot of people! Bicycles are very effiecient and motorcycle have gassssssss
@@AmputeeOT I know! Motorcycles However are potentially dangerous, socially offensive, dirty, impractical, often uncomfortable.
But Great Fun!
I have been riding bikes for over 40years and have done around 300,000 miles as an amputee.
I know - with the seat in the ideal position I felt unsafe because I can't tippy-toe with my prosthetic. So, I lowered it temporarily until I get used to it.
Oh. I had pedal extenders put on my pedals (hence - the name pedal extenders 🤣🤣) because my little old lady Bk right leg needs it. Or is safer - falling in the Safety First Net🤣🤣. 👍
If you could have saved your foot do u think it would be very painful throughout recovery and u couldn't do all the things u do now without your real foot? Would u have more pain or less pain with real foot with screws and pins if u could have kept your foot. I'm facing below knee amputation and scared and can't make my mind up, I know long recovery, years, but will I wish I would have had amputation sooner instead of wasting years?
This is awesome.. with a very HIGH AK I am to scared to attempt this . (3 inches of limb) but I do have a great prosth.
Christina,Yoiu are incredible ypur ride the bike like a champion.Morris
Hi, nice vid :) Was wondering, (and I'm sorry if this is a bit skanky! ;) ) but do you get sweat issues when riding? I find myself unable to do no more than about 10-15 of decent cycling before my liner is so full of sweat it's slipping all over the place. So I have to stop, pour out, dry, wait for cool down and then get on again. It makes anything other than bimbling into town almost impossible. Any experience with this at all? cheers :)
why is that skanky?
:) well, it certainly is for me... When I have to pour it all out! Sides, talking to strangers about sweat issues feels a bit odd :)
I want to get back to life and out of this wheelchair, I'm tired of hurting, my foot and ankle was ripped apart in a car accident, all doctors (7 of them so far lol, I'm still looking for a more advanced surgeon to save this thing) recommend amputation....I know u was scared but did what u had to do. I know I should have it done, guess answered my own ? Lol
Just ask yourself...do you have a life with that limb?
@@morgancalvi6675 omg!!! I wouldn't ever imagine I would be reading this 9 years later. I actually amputated my leg in 2014 and it was the best decision I ever made. I'm walking again, playing with my kids and have a great outlook on life!!! I had no life with that busted ass foot 😆 thanks for reminding me of how far I've come!!!! I needed that ❤️ Merry Christmas❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hi, when will you show us riding a bike with an above the knee prosthesis?
Probably when I find someone with an above knee prosthesis to do a video with me?
Thank you for sharing this. I don't know why, but it's really scary for me because, with the BK prosthesis, I don't have tiptoes on the right. I feel like I am sitting too short on the bike, but I'm afraid to rely only on the left tiptoes for getting off or stopping. Your video helped me to feel less afraid, but any tips (pun intended) would be appreciated.
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WOW THESE COMMENTS ARE 8 YRS OLD IT'S THE YEAR 2021 NOW,I WISH I COULD FIND SOME UP TO DATE VIDEO'S
If only you could figure out where to find the updates...;)
You are really a beautiful, talented and very admirable woman............. greetings from Mexico
Hi. Thanks for the interesting video. May I know what prosthetic foot you are using? Any motion at the ankle and is that necessary/ helpful? Why do you place the midfoot over the pedal instead of the forefoot?
Is this ur everyday prosthetics? And do u have a different prosthetics for running?
Hello I'm LBK also but I tried with the toe clip and fell, so I'm thinking to remove it and try like you did without one.ty Candie
cool
I'm new to all this Indo not have my staples out listening to your videos I picked up a lot of new tricks thank you for putting yourself out there but I need to know where do you find more of your videos other than these I would love to know how the heck you would get out of the bathtub can we take a bath with one leg below the knee sorry to ask such a silly question but I really do not know the answer
I once watched a man get off a bike *and then* put his foot on. Unfortunately I noticed him too late to see how he had been riding!
nice, have you ever tried to use a treadmill ?? is it unsafe for you guys or paying big attention is good to run on it ??
Sorry. Just go on youtube and type in Maglock Pedals
More or less, LOL. I used bungee cords.
Have you tried riding out of the saddle?
can u show something about what u do at work?
Your so amazing
I am a lbka as well, is it best to push off with my left leg? I am having a problem since I was on my bike when the accident happened to my leg, and am wondering if there is a psychological problem preventing me for getting started again. I always did push off with my right previously, but now I'm thinking it's best to have the good foot on the ground when starting out, any ideas? I've noticed amputees seem to like getting around on a bike and I'm sure I will again, if I can get over this hurdle.
Wouldn't it be easier to ride a 'female' bicycle? I'm not an amputee (youtube only knows how I got here) but I can't ride high - bar bicycles without feeling unsafe. But then maybe that's because I have automated a crossed leg rolling mount/dismount.
Can I ride with an above knee prosthesis
Hi, my prosthetic is a little too high which prevents me from bending my knee. If I cut it down a little won't I bottom out when I walk?
This is a question you need to ask your prosthetist. They can cut it down to turn current level. If you cut it yourself you’ll be voiding your warranty
Is walking uncomfortable? Describe? I want to at least be able to walk kids around amusement parks and zoos again...could I do it easier without real foot? Different pain in end of leg bone where amputated? ? Any pain in leg anymore?
Hey Old Me!!!! Hey girl hey!!!! Aren't you glad you amputated your foot and got yourself back together!!! I know I am!! Thank you for doing all that hard work and getting us to where we are today! Me & the kids love you!!! Maybe future me will see this again in another 10 years and let's see what all has happened to us by then! See you soon ❤️❤️❤️
how did you put the pressure of the knee to pedal with the Prosthetic leg?
I'm a right bk amputee so how should I ride my bike?
So I guess riding a bike is just like ri.....oh....wait.....I guess that's why it works as a cliche....
me im a biker i sold my car now i will be on my bike more lost my right foot on a motor bike that wont stop me no
I can help you with the video
I think I've got it taken care of thanks.
That was a rather stupid question..
I love this girl, is perfect, beautiful blue eyes, nice body, nice personality ...
Not to mention her intelligence and fearlessness while making these vids. Total inspiration.
I am an above the knee amputee and I outride people that are not amputees
My left leg is cut off too
Ples don't
i drive 3 years every day 40 to 50 km with prosthetic leg