All Materials and Measurements Are Now listed In Both Metric & American Standard In The Description! Hope you enjoyed the video! Let us know if you have any questions at all :)
Hey A-R MTB, that is great - for a 68 year old biker ! Pocket hole screws would make it even stronger instead of putting screws straight into the end grain of the upright brace and the running boards. Using the stabilizer bolts to attach the stabilizer board to the upright brace would keep the pieces together during storage. Also, when putting in a small block between the runners, position the end grain of the small block to top and bottom (so that the screws bite into the edge grain instead of the end grain of the block. To make it even stronger, metal braces could reinforce critical points (T-braces or angle braces for the base to upright brace, and straight braces for the angled side supports).
So stoked I found this.... Been trying to teach my little guy to manual and just cant get the concept through to him without him panicking that he is going to flip over! i can see endless hours on this watching youtube riding videos!
Just built this with my son (a little 9 year old downhill shredder) this morning - what a difference it has already made! We have been trying to learn to manual for the last few weeks with no success. I can now see where we were going wrong. Very very impressed thanks guys!
I like how you explain things in the most simple and direct way. I guess I can say your methods are just for this era. Thanks for the vids. Can't wait to see April do the manual 😁❤👏
Kyle we have just spent a couple of hours making this Manual Machine, the instructions were clear and I think we are going to have some amazing fun using it. Thank you
A little late here but got around to building one today. You directions are the best Kyle, thank you. I used the bolt an wingnut option to hold the tire in place and didn't drill the holes close enough to the tire to hold it in pace. To fix this I added a bunch of electrical tape wraps around the bolt to take up the slack an it worked fine. Didn't read all the comments so not sure if anyone else did the same but wanted to pass what I did on. Thanks again, your videos are also the best! Edited the next day - this device can also be used to learn to stand on the rear wheel and find that balance point, for rear wheel hopping and also the balance point for endo's simply by putting the front wheel between the wheel support instead of the rear. Now it was really worth the time constructing it.
When I was a teen, I used to be a wheelie king with my S. Stingray. At 64 years old, I have developed a yearning to see if I could relearn wheelie’s to show off to my kids and grandkids. Not being young anymore, I’m a bit concerned about hurting myself. This fixture would be excellent to check out various bikes, to see which ones would best lend themselves to being used for wheelies without being too finicky position wise, without being more likely to hurt myself. Thank you for the excellent idea!!
Hello K&A My daughter love your videos....just build a Training...now we having fun 😊. To fit 27,5 wheels I just cut a second wood ....to fit next to one for my 29er...simple. Again you guys are awesome 🙌
Built my manual trainer this past week. Thank you so much for the explanation, materials, and cut list. I will say that I have a lot of work to do to get comfortable in the manual position. Thanks!
You nailed it to the wall with this video. I was on the fence about building one but given my lame attempts at getting to the balance point I know this will help. I also ride a unicycle and I remember learning by spending time in the balance pocket was key. Thanks for clearly listing the items needed for this. Finally , the compact nature of this design is what is pushing me over the edge to build one- can’t wait.
Nice job. I”ll be doing this before spring. Kyle, I sure hope you are doing okay and feeling better. Please do not rush your recovery, hang in there and know that your people are keeping you in their prayers and wishing you well.
Built it! The hardware store didn't have timber in the the right dimensions, so I winged it. I used 40x200mm as the base, which is very stable on its own, even without the sideways "training wheel" board, so I shortened that to 400mm. I attached a couple of old, cut-open inner tube parts to the bottom so it does not shift on my floor. Works great and is very stable. Manuals are still not working great, but I'll be getting there ;)
Why is it the second that April comes on the screen I can't help smile....her voice, smile, and bubbly personality;...i.e. infectious...great vdo of course too on the machine from kyle
Great job on the manual trainer. You even got the seal of approval from April when she smiled. I’m going to build one based on your instructions as well. Thanks again👍
Hi there, I built this yesterday in about an hour with wood I had on hand. Took a little tweaking to get going but want to say that it's definitely a work out and it will force you into using technique versus muscling the bike up. A few minutes a day will likely make a big difference. Economically it's a no brainer. Less than $20 in materials or $300-400 for the bougie version. Thanks for putting this video out!
I built my manual trainer off of your first video. One thing I found was to make sure the diagonal wheel supports clear the rear derailleur when the chain is off. The derailleur shifts back a bit when there is no chain on it. I made mine asymmetric with a smaller drive side wheel brace, and larger brake side brace to accommodate this after finding the issue. I love the copper and stained finish. Nice extra touch.
Couple days ago finished building the trainer. Today tried it the first time! It really helps to improve riding skill! Soon I’ll ride like a pro on the rear wheel!
I built this today Kyle! Your instructions and the cut list was really helpful and spot on. And the tip you gave to attach few pieces cut out from an old tire really kept it from moving around.
Hi, sorry my english i use translator, great job, nice to see you teaching and see your woman learning and making progress, thanks for everything good job👍un saluto dall'Italia 😉🇮🇹🚴♂️
Great vid! I recently built one of these and didn't feel like it was helping me at all... until I went out on the trails. It really does build that muscle memory. It's also an amazing bike washing stand. You just have to rotate the wheels to get them all clean. Great content, keep it up!
Just had a lovely couple of hours building our trainer with my 9 year old. Not currently quite as cool as your finished product but 100% functional. Here’s to many hours in the garden trying to find our balance points in the Irish winter rain! Thanks guys!!
Awesome vid ! - Great Explanation. For those watching who may watch this and snicker or scoff at the "finishing upgrades" -THIS IS EXACTLY The kind of thing you build and try a new tools finishing technique on to build confidence for the next "real" project where the finish or final appearance is important. Also it looks cool. You are winning at hobby carpentry if you can wack something together with 2x6's, 2x4's and have it look cool. 😁
Yup, ... there's [almost] space in the garage for this project (beside the table saw, and between the Wahoo Kickr & the rollers). Awesome. Thanks again for walking 'us' through, ... with great descriptions throughout. November is shaping up! Thanks, yet again.
Hundreds of people will want one. Can be a great venture to help get April into the business full time, if that is what she wants. You can make one for $30 and sell it for $80, for example, and make a nice profit. Imagine how many people you can help advance in the skills that make mountain biking more enjoyable with April's new "Manual Simulator". Please put me on the list with Miloswayyy to be notified when April's "Manual Simulator" will be available. I ask all subscribers to this channel to encourage this venture. We all know that it is Kyle's dream to help improve mountain biking for everyone. He is that kind of person. Let's start a list of people that want to purchase one of these manual simulators. Imagine every one of us with the ability to manual at will.
Great video...again! Recently bought some power tools for some home repairs. Now that its done, I will begin work on my machine! Thanks! The added bling is nice.
This is great! I WILL be building one of these sometime in the next couple of weeks. I'll be using mine outside, so I will probably put (removable) spikes on the bottom to keep it in place on the ground.
Saw this video yesterday. Builded it today,ofc without these fancy screws. And i can tell one thing. It feel weird :D cant wait to train on it every single day before the season starts. Thank you for sharing it . Respect that you included (cm) scale. You saved me some time. Have a nice upcoming season Kyle and April! 🖖🤘🚴🚴
Great clean and precise build! I built a manual trainer a ways back, but found it took up too much space to be practical. I love this compact version! I added a small piece of 2x6 on the upright, on the back side, so that when not in use it stands on it's end like a tripod. Great video and looking forward to the next. I never knew you should try it with the chain off.
Just subscribed!! Been watching your guys videos for a few months now and didn’t even realize I wasn’t sub, I am a veteran with PTSD but have found biking to be a great help in my recovery I just wanted to say that my family and I love your guys videos and I really want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart it’s because of you guys that my wife and son have started mountain biking with me your guys instruction videos are great and have helped and given us lots of confidence. Unfortunately we have hardtails but hopefully one day we can afford to get into full suspension, I’m sure they will build our confidence even more. If I might ask what model bikes do you guys have? they look great!! Keep the videos coming you guys are awesome!
Great, thank you ma'am. I think this is even better than Blake's from GMBN. And it's exactly what I was looking for, something smaller that I could easily disassemble for storage. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I watched this video a couple of weeks ago and something about didn't add up... Finally it clicked. The way the manual machine is built, you have the rear wheel 1.5 inches off the floor because that's the thickness of the 2x6 board, and the front wheel is on the floor. That means to initiate the manual, there's already more weight on the front wheel which makes it more difficult. I've seen other women struggle to initiate a manual because the stand has been built the same way. One solution would be to make the bottom board long enough for the wheelbase of the bike. (Then it would be a $35 cost... 😄) Another solution would be to use a front wheel stand from a trainer. Starting with the front wheel already elevated above level of the rear wheel should help speed up the learning curve. My daughter is a fan of your training videos thanks.
Hey Peter! Great comment! Yeah you are totally right. We actually just made a little update video called "how to use a manual trainer" and talk about some various tips including how you can stack a few 2x4s or 2x6s underneath and then adjust the difficulty of the pop. Thanks for the feedback on this too. Stuff like this is how we learn and get better! Thank you and your daughter for watching :)
Hey there. Just wanted to say THANKYOU for this inspiration. Just built this manual trainer yesterday to keep progressing in winter time. Keep those videos coming. Merry Christmas all the way from Germany ;-)
Hi, thanks, this a great video. I built mine this afternoon for nothing lol your details are great. So, I tried it out and after about 20 tries, I started to find my sweet spot and to how get there. I'll keep at it because it's something I've always wanted to be able to do, even at my age lol
I just finished building your manual trainer this morning and I found that the 24" 2x4's were shorter than I would like although they are functional as is. The 20" rear stabilizer is a tad narrow for a 230lb rider such as myself as I have tipped it over a few times. I will buy another board and make it 36" just to be safe. Other than that It works just as you demonstrated and is an easy cost effective solution to prevent landing flat on my back with a bike on top of me.
@@AprilRideMTB I actually put the boards on wrong after I rewatched the video. I took of the two boards and cut the 50 &40 degree angles and put them on right and that really stabilized the bike so now it doesn't tip over any more. 5 stars...
Your videos are so well done and helpful. Thanks for sharing with all of us. I built the manual trainer in under an hour and glued all the joints. I m very happy...
This video is awesome! I love all the tools the compound miter saw is amazing! Dewalt is a bomb brand, rigid is my favorite, I’ve done a lot of home building and loved seeing a hero build something. It turned out awesome!! If you stain a lot look into a wood conditioner, it will change the game! Great video!
Video idea: you could show how April's progressed in all the tricks you did tutorials on, like bunny hop, wheelie and so on. Also your tutorials helped me alot. Thanks:)
Super neat job Kyle. And you even tidied it up to make it look good! - Looking forward to the next video on how to get the most out of it. Also, impressed with how tidy your garage/shop was - no clutter & everything on shelves in storage boxes. But, I bet you forget where things are, with no labelling on the outside!
Practice. Just practice. I've been out after work 2-3 days a week just working wheelies, manuals and bunny hops, using your pointers and I'm progressing. Time spent build a rig, could be spent outside just practicing.
I agree that practice goes a long ways, but everyone learns different and for some this is a very good first step to finding/feeling the balance point and practicing saving yourself with the rear brake. -April
Just built this and its awesome. Thx for the design Kyle & April. Few notes to share: - I would recommend cutting the two 2"x4"s that form the "wheel tray" to 24.5" - 25.0" so you have a bit more material as the tire holding bolt is quite close to the end when drilled for a 29" wheel - I cut the angle struts at 45 degrees each as my saw doesn't go past 45 and it works just great on both my 29" and 26" bikes. As you stated, this is definitely one of those bits everyone may need/want to do differently - I used 4" screws in a few spots for extra strength - I didn't find that I needed the last 6" 2x4
Great idea. Another manual trainer option might would be. If you allready have a hometrainer bike stand with rotationable axles / fixation clamps , to just add a bungee cord limitation safety strap to it and start a wheelie on such a wheel on home trainer. That way you cannot only do a manual but you can also keep pedalling or use the rear brake while being in the manual lifted position 💡. Or make a more intense exercise of it. I have such a cheap steel wheel on hometrainer, once bought for € 50. Since I don't have all the handy tools you have , I might try using my home trainer first and perhaps make a video of it soon.
Great tutorial. Thank you. I was able to build one with the scraps I had in just over a couple of hours. Works great too. I still haven't mastered the manual, but that's more an issue of the trainee vs the trainer. Thanks again.
I built it. A couple of things I like. First it's shorter than most which helps on garage space. Second, because the stabilizer is fairly short it tends to tip if you lean too far to the side. In my mind that's a good thing. I'd rather tip the trainer then bend the rim (if that's even possible).
Great trainer, Kyle. My other hobby is woodworking and it will be fun to combine it with my mountain biking. I'll have my kids doing manuals in no time.
This is awesome! I've been wanting to build a manual trainer for a few months but didn't know where I could store a large one. Definitely going to build one this size!
Thanks, Kyle, for this updated/upgraded version of the manual machine. A smaller version will definitely be nice, taking up less space in garage. Since I made one 6mo ago based on your 1st "$25/DYI" video, this week I'm going to chop down the original 8ft base length shortened to 48" (no tail) and add some cut tire pieces underneath for grip (great idea!). I also like the idea of having the safety strap looped near the BB area (vs front wheel). Can't wait to modify mine. Thanks for this video update!
i just buit it! Excellent explanation! Both of you deserve all my respect and appreciation. Keep up the good work. And Kyle i wish you all my best regarding to your health issues!! Take care!
I really like the size of this manual trainer. I built one this summer and it spends more time as a bike stand that it does a manual trainer. Probably gonna hack some of the extra bits off of it after seeing this video.
I have never seen one of these. I will definitely be making one. My only comment is that the 1/2” bolts are way overkill. 3/16” or 1/4” would be cheaper and still be way more than adequate. Thanks for the video!
Ok that’s amazing I am making one. I love how you made it modular for different bike sizes, so I can practice on my old 26er while I try and buy a full sus 29er during a global bike shortage.
@@sdqsdq6274 no thank you. I don't feel like paying full retail for a bike that someone already beat on for a summer. I will stay with my current bike in that case.
This looks fantastic. I wanted to make your last one but it seemed so long to store in garage. I’m building this one within the end of nest week. This awesome!!!! Thanks so much!!!!
Great video and just what I was looking for. Planning to build one and finally improve my 3 foot manuals at age 52. Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?
Thank you very much for all you are doing to help me safely learn mountain biking skills! I'm very grateful for your videos. I just realized I hadn't subscribed, so I crushed it since you crush it.
Just fan mail -- Thanks for all the great videos! I have been mountain biking since I was a teenager, but I learn a ton from every video. Keep up the good work!
Thanks you guys! Great project for the upcoming winter holidays when I'm off work. I just got a new miter saw so this will be the perfect project to break 'er in! Been wanting to build one for some time now, and your instructions & video will make it easy! Thanks for the detailed instructions and parts list. All of that makes these projects less daunting.
I'm liking this version 2 guys! With the black staining - which I thought was yakisugi (Japanese wood charring) - and the other nice touches it'll make keeping the bike in the house a little easier on the eye as it functions as a stand too.
All Materials and Measurements Are Now listed In Both Metric & American Standard In The Description! Hope you enjoyed the video! Let us know if you have any questions at all :)
Here’s a question, why do you run sr suntour suspension?
@@hunterwright386 he’s sponsored
@@hunterwright386 Have u actually try SR Suntour high end class sus? U might be surprised, especially if you research a bit more on them
wow nice 😁😁😁
This makes so simple, I’m going to build one this weekend, Thanks!
Built this. Within a few seconds of using it realized I've not been letting my shoulders go back nearly enough. Very cool tool
Awesome!!!
Confidence, I have the same issue that’s why I’m building one, I don’t know why I can wheelie with no fear but manual I just freak out
Seriously Thank You! You just made a 52yr old learn knew skills
Hey A-R MTB, that is great - for a 68 year old biker !
Pocket hole screws would make it even stronger instead of putting screws straight into the end grain of the upright brace and the running boards.
Using the stabilizer bolts to attach the stabilizer board to the upright brace would keep the pieces together during storage.
Also, when putting in a small block between the runners, position the end grain of the small block to top and bottom (so that the screws bite into the edge grain instead of the end grain of the block.
To make it even stronger, metal braces could reinforce critical points (T-braces or angle braces for the base to upright brace, and straight braces for the angled side supports).
So stoked I found this....
Been trying to teach my little guy to manual and just cant get the concept through to him without him panicking that he is going to flip over! i can see endless hours on this watching youtube riding videos!
Just built this with my son (a little 9 year old downhill shredder) this morning - what a difference it has already made! We have been trying to learn to manual for the last few weeks with no success. I can now see where we were going wrong. Very very impressed thanks guys!
Oh and thanks for the metric measurements - very useful down here in New Zealand 👍
That’s so rad!! Have fun you two :)
I like how you explain things in the most simple and direct way. I guess I can say your methods are just for this era. Thanks for the vids. Can't wait to see April do the manual 😁❤👏
Glad you like them! Its been really fun learning how to make better videos and communicate with you guys better :)
Kyle we have just spent a couple of hours making this Manual Machine, the instructions were clear and I think we are going to have some amazing fun using it. Thank you
Great to hear!
A little late here but got around to building one today. You directions are the best Kyle, thank you. I used the bolt an wingnut option to hold the tire in place and didn't drill the holes close enough to the tire to hold it in pace. To fix this I added a bunch of electrical tape wraps around the bolt to take up the slack an it worked fine. Didn't read all the comments so not sure if anyone else did the same but wanted to pass what I did on. Thanks again, your videos are also the best!
Edited the next day - this device can also be used to learn to stand on the rear wheel and find that balance point, for rear wheel hopping and also the balance point for endo's simply by putting the front wheel between the wheel support instead of the rear. Now it was really worth the time constructing it.
Thanks for the tip and update Rob! I am excited to try it as an endo trainer!
When I was a teen, I used to be a wheelie king with my S. Stingray. At 64 years old, I have developed a yearning to see if I could relearn wheelie’s to show off to my kids and grandkids. Not being young anymore, I’m a bit concerned about hurting myself. This fixture would be excellent to check out various bikes, to see which ones would best lend themselves to being used for wheelies without being too finicky position wise, without being more likely to hurt myself. Thank you for the excellent idea!!
Super video! I applauded for $2.00 👏
Thank you so much!!!
Hello K&A My daughter love your videos....just build a Training...now we having fun 😊. To fit 27,5 wheels I just cut a second wood ....to fit next to one for my 29er...simple. Again you guys are awesome 🙌
Built my manual trainer this past week. Thank you so much for the explanation, materials, and cut list. I will say that I have a lot of work to do to get comfortable in the manual position. Thanks!
I built one yesterday with your measurements. I've just done some wheelies today. It's amazing. Thanks.
You nailed it to the wall with this video.
I was on the fence about building one but given my lame attempts at getting to the balance point I know this will help. I also ride a unicycle and I remember learning by spending time in the balance pocket was key.
Thanks for clearly listing the items needed for this. Finally , the compact nature of this design is what is pushing me over the edge to build one- can’t wait.
Glad this one was more helpful!
Nice job. I”ll be doing this before spring.
Kyle, I sure hope you are doing okay and feeling better. Please do not rush your recovery, hang in there and know that your people are keeping you in their prayers and wishing you well.
Built it! The hardware store didn't have timber in the the right dimensions, so I winged it. I used 40x200mm as the base, which is very stable on its own, even without the sideways "training wheel" board, so I shortened that to 400mm. I attached a couple of old, cut-open inner tube parts to the bottom so it does not shift on my floor. Works great and is very stable.
Manuals are still not working great, but I'll be getting there ;)
Great to hear! 😊
Why is it the second that April comes on the screen I can't help smile....her voice, smile, and bubbly personality;...i.e. infectious...great vdo of course too on the machine from kyle
Aww thanks Pete! 😁
I built one with my son today. We used one of the cut off diagonal pieces as the stopper for the front of the back tire. Thanks for the tutorial!
Awesome, hope you guys had fun building it!
Great job on the manual trainer. You even got the seal of approval from April when she smiled. I’m going to build one based on your instructions as well. Thanks again👍
Thank you! 😊
Hi there, I built this yesterday in about an hour with wood I had on hand. Took a little tweaking to get going but want to say that it's definitely a work out and it will force you into using technique versus muscling the bike up. A few minutes a day will likely make a big difference. Economically it's a no brainer. Less than $20 in materials or $300-400 for the bougie version.
Thanks for putting this video out!
I built my manual trainer off of your first video. One thing I found was to make sure the diagonal wheel supports clear the rear derailleur when the chain is off. The derailleur shifts back a bit when there is no chain on it. I made mine asymmetric with a smaller drive side wheel brace, and larger brake side brace to accommodate this after finding the issue.
I love the copper and stained finish. Nice extra touch.
Thank you! 😊
Couple days ago finished building the trainer. Today tried it the first time! It really helps to improve riding skill! Soon I’ll ride like a pro on the rear wheel!
Awesome, great to hear!
I’ve built a manual trainer before and I can say from experience that this one is much better! Thanks for the tutorial guys!
Thanks Aidan!
This is the best video for Manual trainers. It turned out amazing. Thanks for sharing.
Glad it was helpful!
I built this today Kyle! Your instructions and the cut list was really helpful and spot on. And the tip you gave to attach few pieces cut out from an old tire really kept it from moving around.
Awesome to hear, glad you built one!
Building one of these this weekend!
Hi Kyle,
I built a manual trainer in your first video and have now modified it using the new dimension. Much easier to move and store.
Thanks
Rich
Great to hear Rich!
Hi, sorry my english i use translator, great job, nice to see you teaching and see your woman learning and making progress, thanks for everything good job👍un saluto dall'Italia 😉🇮🇹🚴♂️
I just wanted to say thanks as a newbie MTB rider, this was a fun project to build and is helping me a lot.
Great to hear!
Last thing I need is another project, but I’m absolutely building one of these. Thanks for the plans, you and April rock!
Thank you! 😊
Great vid! I recently built one of these and didn't feel like it was helping me at all... until I went out on the trails. It really does build that muscle memory. It's also an amazing bike washing stand. You just have to rotate the wheels to get them all clean. Great content, keep it up!
Thank you! 😊 It also makes a pretty bike stand.
Derek! You da man brutha 💯🤙🏼
Bruh. My 12 year old: "I bet it works for stoppies"
It friggin does.
Thanks, it's a great, efficient plan, easily built. I "improved" it by using 6" wood screws for the lower angle board attachment, upper hole.
Just had a lovely couple of hours building our trainer with my 9 year old. Not currently quite as cool as your finished product but 100% functional. Here’s to many hours in the garden trying to find our balance points in the Irish winter rain! Thanks guys!!
That's so great to hear Dave, glad you are able build it and practice with your kid!
Awesome vid ! - Great Explanation. For those watching who may watch this and snicker or scoff at the "finishing upgrades" -THIS IS EXACTLY The kind of thing you build and try a new tools finishing technique on to build confidence for the next "real" project where the finish or final appearance is important. Also it looks cool. You are winning at hobby carpentry if you can wack something together with 2x6's, 2x4's and have it look cool. 😁
Thank you so much!!!
I think ghis is the best manual machine ever! Thank you for uploading this.. I'll go to shop tomorrow and build one
Thank you mate, today my friends and me built this manual trainer, first impressions are great.
Yup, ... there's [almost] space in the garage for this project (beside the table saw, and between the Wahoo Kickr & the rollers). Awesome. Thanks again for walking 'us' through, ... with great descriptions throughout. November is shaping up! Thanks, yet again.
Glad you liked it!
Just built one using leftover wood. No need to spent a penny, thanks for the idea! I left a bit longer on the back to stop tipping over also
Hundreds of people will want one. Can be a great venture to help get April into the business full time, if that is what she wants.
You can make one for $30 and sell it for $80, for example, and make a nice profit.
Imagine how many people you can help advance in the skills that make mountain biking more enjoyable with April's new "Manual Simulator".
Please put me on the list with Miloswayyy to be notified when April's "Manual Simulator" will be available.
I ask all subscribers to this channel to encourage this venture. We all know that it is Kyle's dream to help improve mountain biking for everyone. He is that kind of person. Let's start a list of people that want to purchase one of these manual simulators. Imagine every one of us with the ability to manual at will.
Great video...again! Recently bought some power tools for some home repairs. Now that its done, I will begin work on my machine! Thanks! The added bling is nice.
Thank you, having good tools is so helpful and fun!
Thank you Kile & April, i've built my manual trainer with your recommandation. It works perfectly. Good vibes to you from south of France !
Great to hear! Thats awesome!
This is great! I WILL be building one of these sometime in the next couple of weeks. I'll be using mine outside, so I will probably put (removable) spikes on the bottom to keep it in place on the ground.
Glad I found this I now got something to do since it looks like I’m rained off the trail the next few days .
Saw this video yesterday. Builded it today,ofc without these fancy screws. And i can tell one thing. It feel weird :D cant wait to train on it every single day before the season starts. Thank you for sharing it . Respect that you included (cm) scale. You saved me some time. Have a nice upcoming season Kyle and April! 🖖🤘🚴🚴
Hope you have fun training with it! 😊
That turned out so nice! We start building one at sunrise... 😀
Awesome!!!
You guys getting me excited!!!
Got the wood and written down the measurements.
Now to finish work and get started on it.
Great clean and precise build! I built a manual trainer a ways back, but found it took up too much space to be practical. I love this compact version! I added a small piece of 2x6 on the upright, on the back side, so that when not in use it stands on it's end like a tripod. Great video and looking forward to the next. I never knew you should try it with the chain off.
Glad it was helpful!
Man this thing is sweet. Now I know what to make to practice on a rainy day. Thanks for all the great information.
Glad to help!
Just subscribed!! Been watching your guys videos for a few months now and didn’t even realize I wasn’t sub, I am a veteran with PTSD but have found biking to be a great help in my recovery I just wanted to say that my family and I love your guys videos and I really want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart it’s because of you guys that my wife and son have started mountain biking with me your guys instruction videos are great and have helped and given us lots of confidence. Unfortunately we have hardtails but hopefully one day we can afford to get into full suspension, I’m sure they will build our confidence even more. If I might ask what model bikes do you guys have? they look great!! Keep the videos coming you guys are awesome!
Just finished biulding it last night, I already feel the improvment thank you so much your vids are always really helpful and entertaining!!!! :D
Awesome!
Great, thank you ma'am. I think this is even better than Blake's from GMBN. And it's exactly what I was looking for, something smaller that I could easily disassemble for storage. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Glad you liked it!
I watched this video a couple of weeks ago and something about didn't add up... Finally it clicked.
The way the manual machine is built, you have the rear wheel 1.5 inches off the floor because that's the thickness of the 2x6 board, and the front wheel is on the floor. That means to initiate the manual, there's already more weight on the front wheel which makes it more difficult. I've seen other women struggle to initiate a manual because the stand has been built the same way.
One solution would be to make the bottom board long enough for the wheelbase of the bike. (Then it would be a $35 cost... 😄) Another solution would be to use a front wheel stand from a trainer. Starting with the front wheel already elevated above level of the rear wheel should help speed up the learning curve.
My daughter is a fan of your training videos thanks.
Hey Peter! Great comment! Yeah you are totally right. We actually just made a little update video called "how to use a manual trainer" and talk about some various tips including how you can stack a few 2x4s or 2x6s underneath and then adjust the difficulty of the pop. Thanks for the feedback on this too. Stuff like this is how we learn and get better! Thank you and your daughter for watching :)
Hey there. Just wanted to say THANKYOU for this inspiration. Just built this manual trainer yesterday to keep progressing in winter time. Keep those videos coming.
Merry Christmas all the way from Germany ;-)
Hi, thanks, this a great video. I built mine this afternoon for nothing lol your details are great. So, I tried it out and after about 20 tries, I started to find my sweet spot and to how get there. I'll keep at it because it's something I've always wanted to be able to do, even at my age lol
Well done! I like the compact nature and the copper bling!
Thank you! Cheers! It was super fun to build!
It’s cold and wet outside...off to my favorite lumber yard! Thanks guys. Love this.
Awesome, hope you have fun building it!
@@AprilRideMTB Finished the manual machine. It works great, just need a little practice. Thanks again!
Aha! I’ve discovered I have been wanting to bend my elbows too much.
Hi, we've built one and it is super helpful for all of us in the family (kids and adults). Thanking you a lot.
That's great to hear!
My husband made me one after watching the video!!!! Thank you!!!
I just finished building your manual trainer this morning and I found that the 24" 2x4's were shorter than I would like although they are functional as is. The 20" rear stabilizer is a tad narrow for a 230lb rider such as myself as I have tipped it over a few times. I will buy another board and make it 36" just to be safe. Other than that It works just as you demonstrated and is an easy cost effective solution to prevent landing flat on my back with a bike on top of me.
Thanks for sharing Travis, sorry it wasn't long enough for you!
@@AprilRideMTB I actually put the boards on wrong after I rewatched the video. I took of the two boards and cut the 50 &40 degree angles and put them on right and that really stabilized the bike so now it doesn't tip over any more. 5 stars...
Dude, that looks great!! After watching a few of your videos, I think I'm gonna have to build one.
Hope it helps when you do!
Your videos are so well done and helpful. Thanks for sharing with all of us. I built the manual trainer in under an hour and glued all the joints. I m very happy...
Just built one myself using your vid! Thanks! Made minor adjustments for my tire size and I’m good to go! This is sweet!
Awesome, hope you have fun using it!!!
A simple plywood triangle does a really good job as a brace as well
This is a really cool manual trainer video. And it looks super cool at the end. Building one next weekend before Christmas
Hope it goes well!
Just went out and slapped one of these together with stuff I had round the house, thanks for the video.
Awesome, hope it helps you!
for shure the best mtb channel on the internet
Thank you so much!!
This video is awesome! I love all the tools the compound miter saw is amazing! Dewalt is a bomb brand, rigid is my favorite, I’ve done a lot of home building and loved seeing a hero build something. It turned out awesome!! If you stain a lot look into a wood conditioner, it will change the game! Great video!
Thanks for the tip and glad you liked the video!
Video idea: you could show how April's progressed in all the tricks you did tutorials on, like bunny hop, wheelie and so on.
Also your tutorials helped me alot. Thanks:)
Glad to hear! To be honest I need to practice the skills more and have practiced wheelies the most, but am struggling a lot with them!
Super neat job Kyle. And you even tidied it up to make it look good! - Looking forward to the next video on how to get the most out of it. Also, impressed with how tidy your garage/shop was - no clutter & everything on shelves in storage boxes. But, I bet you forget where things are, with no labelling on the outside!
Thanks for the compliments! Kyle seems to know where everything is, but I seem to always be lost! I don't spend enough time in there haha
Practice. Just practice. I've been out after work 2-3 days a week just working wheelies, manuals and bunny hops, using your pointers and I'm progressing. Time spent build a rig, could be spent outside just practicing.
I agree that practice goes a long ways, but everyone learns different and for some this is a very good first step to finding/feeling the balance point and practicing saving yourself with the rear brake. -April
Just built this and its awesome. Thx for the design Kyle & April. Few notes to share:
- I would recommend cutting the two 2"x4"s that form the "wheel tray" to 24.5" - 25.0" so you have a bit more material as the tire holding bolt is quite close to the end when drilled for a 29" wheel
- I cut the angle struts at 45 degrees each as my saw doesn't go past 45 and it works just great on both my 29" and 26" bikes. As you stated, this is definitely one of those bits everyone may need/want to do differently
- I used 4" screws in a few spots for extra strength
- I didn't find that I needed the last 6" 2x4
I love all your videos and what you bring to the community, and also you are such a nice couple, keep the good work!
Thanks so much Jose!
Great idea.
Another manual trainer option might would be.
If you allready have a hometrainer bike stand with rotationable axles / fixation clamps , to just add a bungee cord limitation safety strap to it and start a wheelie on such a wheel on home trainer. That way you cannot only do a manual but you can also keep pedalling or use the rear brake while being in the manual lifted position 💡. Or make a more intense exercise of it.
I have such a cheap steel wheel on hometrainer, once bought for € 50.
Since I don't have all the handy tools you have , I might try using my home trainer first and perhaps make a video of it soon.
We would love to see that!
Overkill? No way. Looks great. Always take pride in your projects👍
Thanks 👍
Great tutorial. Thank you. I was able to build one with the scraps I had in just over a couple of hours. Works great too. I still haven't mastered the manual, but that's more an issue of the trainee vs the trainer. Thanks again.
I am making one of these for winter right when my garage is done! Awesome vid guys 🤘
Awesome! Thank you!
@@AprilRideMTB anytime guys keep up the great work!
I built it. A couple of things I like. First it's shorter than most which helps on garage space. Second, because the stabilizer is fairly short it tends to tip if you lean too far to the side. In my mind that's a good thing. I'd rather tip the trainer then bend the rim (if that's even possible).
Great trainer, Kyle. My other hobby is woodworking and it will be fun to combine it with my mountain biking. I'll have my kids doing manuals in no time.
Awesome!!!
Thanks for putting the measurements in the description!!
This is awesome! I've been wanting to build a manual trainer for a few months but didn't know where I could store a large one. Definitely going to build one this size!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@AprilRideMTB I made mine the night I saw your video, and I feel like the practice is already starting to pay off. Thanks again!
Thanks, Kyle, for this updated/upgraded version of the manual machine. A smaller version will definitely be nice, taking up less space in garage. Since I made one 6mo ago based on your 1st "$25/DYI" video, this week I'm going to chop down the original 8ft base length shortened to 48" (no tail) and add some cut tire pieces underneath for grip (great idea!). I also like the idea of having the safety strap looped near the BB area (vs front wheel). Can't wait to modify mine. Thanks for this video update!
Glad this was helpful to modify your first one!
i just buit it! Excellent explanation! Both of you deserve all my respect and appreciation. Keep up the good work. And Kyle i wish you all my best regarding to your health issues!!
Take care!
I really like the size of this manual trainer. I built one this summer and it spends more time as a bike stand that it does a manual trainer. Probably gonna hack some of the extra bits off of it after seeing this video.
Kyle also made the first one a bit smaller and that is the one we used for the how to use it video that we will post next.
Great video thanks guys! I built one on a rainy day, and it doubles as a great bike stand!
Awesome, yeah makes a nice bike stand!!!
I have never seen one of these. I will definitely be making one. My only comment is that the 1/2” bolts are way overkill. 3/16” or 1/4” would be cheaper and still be way more than adequate. Thanks for the video!
Was wondering where you guys were... Great to see y’all and I’ll be making a trip to HD to pick up some stuff today !!!
Awesome, hopefully you have fun building it!
We built this today and shared your YT on TikTok! Thanks!!
Hope it was fun to build and try!
Nice job-
I'm going to copy this at my earliest convenience!
Thank you for the good idea 👍. Just bought the material today and tomorrow I’m gonna make one for my manual training 🤟
Top end respect to dewalt gear
Thanks for the like Kyle and April!
Ok that’s amazing I am making one. I love how you made it modular for different bike sizes, so I can practice on my old 26er while I try and buy a full sus 29er during a global bike shortage.
Thank you! 😊
lol, global bike shortage , get a used one
@@sdqsdq6274 no thank you. I don't feel like paying full retail for a bike that someone already beat on for a summer. I will stay with my current bike in that case.
Thanks Kyle and April! This is another one of your videos I've shared with our MTB youth club trainers. Good job!
Awesome! Thank you!
This looks fantastic. I wanted to make your last one but it seemed so long to store in garage. I’m building this one within the end of nest week. This awesome!!!! Thanks so much!!!!
Yeah this one turned out a lot better!
Great video and just what I was looking for. Planning to build one and finally improve my 3 foot manuals at age 52. Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?
Haha awesome!!!
Thank you very much for all you are doing to help me safely learn mountain biking skills! I'm very grateful for your videos. I just realized I hadn't subscribed, so I crushed it since you crush it.
Glad to hear, thanks for subscribing now!
Just fan mail -- Thanks for all the great videos! I have been mountain biking since I was a teenager, but I learn a ton from every video. Keep up the good work!
Great to hear! Glad you like our videos Lucas!
Thanks you guys! Great project for the upcoming winter holidays when I'm off work. I just got a new miter saw so this will be the perfect project to break 'er in! Been wanting to build one for some time now, and your instructions & video will make it easy! Thanks for the detailed instructions and parts list. All of that makes these projects less daunting.
Glad it was helpful and will give you a good project for your new saw!
I'm liking this version 2 guys! With the black staining - which I thought was yakisugi (Japanese wood charring) - and the other nice touches it'll make keeping the bike in the house a little easier on the eye as it functions as a stand too.
Thanks! V2 is definitely a lot nicer looking!!!