How I Built a Copycat Kicker Ramp for Less! - Free Template Included
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- Опубликовано: 30 июл 2024
- Welcome back to the Nostalgic Neighborhood! This time, I'm bringing a piece of my childhood skateboarding and BMX days back to life, but with a modern twist. Say goodbye to cinder blocks and sketchy wood - we're building a safe, sturdy, and fun kicker ramp inspired by the classics!
In this video, I take you through the journey of creating a beginner-friendly launch ramp, ideal for both seasoned riders and newcomers alike. I've designed this 1-foot tall ramp to be perfect for anyone looking to ease back into BMX or skateboarding without the intimidation factor.
Ever seen those popular kicker ramps retailing for $239? Well, I've crafted a high-quality copycat that doesn't break the bank. In fact, I built mine for free using scrap wood from previous projects! Now, I'm sharing how you can do the same, ensuring you get top-notch fun without the hefty price tag.
🔨 What's Inside
❗️Step-by-step guide on building your own high-quality, cost-effective launch ramp.
❗️How to repurpose old wood and materials to create something amazing.
❗️Detailed insights into making a ramp that rivals $239 commercial versions.
📄 Free Downloadable PDF
Don't worry about spending big bucks or figuring out complex designs. I've got you covered with a free downloadable PDF template so you can build an exact replica of this ramp. It's all about spreading the joy of BMX and skateboarding without emptying your wallet.
Download your free template here:
drive.google.com/file/d/1GYph...
Height: ~12"
Width: 24"
Length: ~40"
Let's turn those nostalgic dreams into thrilling reality. Whether you're revisiting old passions or igniting new ones, this ramp is your ticket to fun and excitement. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your ramp building experiences in the comments below. Let's keep the wheels spinning and the good times rolling in our Nostalgic Neighborhood!
Thanks for watching, and remember: bring back the fun, not the funds. Catch you on the ramp!
== Chapters ==
00:00 Intro
01:07 Printing the Free Template
04:00 Parts Overview
05:19 Wood Cutting & Assembly
10:34 Test runs on BMX and Skateboard
11:49 Thoughts on How it Works
Note: I misspoke about the first layer of the ramp surface. I said 1/4", but I used 1/2" for that (I think it was 3/8" to be exact).
Really nice PP Steve Saiz deck 👌👊
@@ianward7376 Thanks! It’s been fun riding an 80s shape again. Such a classic too! 👊
People like him make me feel like I'm not such a looser that im 37 years old and been riding bmx my entire life and still haven't learned to tailwhip or barsspin.....hopefully soon I am able to learn one or both
Absolutely. I’m gonna be 50 this year, and I’m relearning stuff I used to know how to do, as well as some new stuff too. Keep at it 👊👊👊
Don’t ever be embarrassed I’m 27 and still ride a skateboard I’m not good I can’t only good a handful of tricks I casually skate I dislocated my shoulder using a longboard to go pick up lunch my mom is old fashioned yelling at me saying I’m too old to be riding that thing got me feeling like a loser for a year or so my cuz hit it big on RUclips got an apartment a new high rise in nyc next to the manhattan bridge and there is a skatepark under the bridge and he told us bring our boards we didn’t even skate it was too cold I just skated down the street since I had it and couldn’t believe I had stopped doing what I enjoy due to the judgement of my mom she means well but I need not listen it took me visiting my young cousin whose made it in life to just cut loose about being to old to do something I will always do the things that bring me joy no matter what other think and you should too otherwise your compromising the enjoyment you can squeeze out of your life
Anyone looking at you in judgment of your fun is the loser enjoy your life on your terms
@@robertjosephgiarrusso5018 Well said 🙌
Mate, as long as what you do brings you happiness, that's really all that matters
Are we really reliving the glory days if the ramp isn't super sketchy though? 😂
Haha totally kidding, I absolutely love this. Well done!
Haha! I hear you. Sort of like bowling with the guard rails up compared to what we made as kids 🤣 Thanks for watching and commenting 👊
That's what I'm talking about!! I like the back also, you could wallie from the back going into the ramp!
Exactly!!! It's been 20 years since I've wallied, but I'm stoked to re-learn those too!
Someone is having too much fun✊👍
LOL. Totally 🤘🤘🤘🤘
nice energy
Thanks for watching and commenting 🙏🙏🙏
Hi Matt, bikes all assembled, just waiting for inner tubes, stem, chain breaker. I see people on RUclips whacking in there BB in with a hammer, sometimes not even with a rubber mallet, IDK so glad I bought bearing press. Anyway mate nearly all done just waiting for these last couple of items to arrive.
Right on!!! Yeah, I made a bearing press out of a threaded rod, some bolts, and giant washers. It cost me less than $10 in parts. I wouldn’t want to be hammering on my frames either 🤣
nice ramp. good job on the skatepark also. i am over 50 and i still get some. but the ollie was most impressive. as to me skateboarding is harder than bikes at some stuff. to me . but i dd make 1000 snowboarding videos and rip it up on a board. but skating is harder than snowboarding for sure when it comes to being in the air etc.
Right on. I'm totally the opposite. Skateboarding is much easier for me than doing tricks on bikes. Although, in the last year... I think I've hurt myself more on a skateboard than a bike 🤣
Wonderful! I will say I am impressed with your skateboard skills. I am 52 now, been riding MTB for years, got a BMX 26 inch, and have been riding that a lot. Jumping is a bit heavier on my body now😊. I showed my wife one of your older videos when you were in the skate park. We were both duly impressed that you’re still skating. I don’t think I would go back to that, the idea of falling….😊 another great video. I really appreciate them. Brings a smile to my face. 🤙
Right on. Thanks for all the comments. I’ll be 50 this year, so not too far behind you. I rode MTB a ton in college, and didn’t really start riding bikes again until about 5 years ago. I got a reasonably nice Salsa MTB (Timberjack) and I enjoy riding it, but I’m enjoying my BMX bikes more. Yeah, I hear you about being nervous of falling on a skateboard. I get hurt every now and then, but it’s rarely serious. I’m a lot more conservative now than I used to be, that’s for sure 🤣 Thanks for the encouragement. Your comments made my day 👊
Matt, next month, beside sorting my brakes out, that's minor. I've got my eyes on a Redline RL20B, (green) its a hell of a lot cheaper than the RL20II, and despite the cheaper price, I prefer the less lateral top-tube and prefer the lower stand over height. A complete bike and all I need to do is slap some white Skyway's and white tyres on it and I'm good to go. Women can have their shoes, us lads can have our bikes.
LOL! That’s great. A lot of have too many pairs of Vans though 🤣
I’m 53 years old now I’m wishing I still had my #PowellPeralta #SkullandSword #skateboard
Great video
Now I use a #HardTail #RockHopper on #MTB Trails
#YoungatHeart
Right on! Thanks for the comment. The PP Skull and Seord is so classic. I have a hard tail Salsa Timberjack for MTB, but I mostly ride my 26” BMX these days. 👍
Nice little ramp Matt, good stuff. I've ordered all my parts. Im just so excited i have to share it with you. I've got pink Skyway wheels, pink tyres (no tan sidewall) pink ODI bar ends, got some Odyssey Broc Raiford Grips only because they're clear and ive got some Odyssey, Redline and Profile stickers to put on the bars beneath the grips. Odyssey SXTN STEM (polished), compression cap, twisted pedals (pink) headset, bluebird chain and bottom bracket. Redline flight crank, Profile sprocket (same colour as decals. Skyway etched layback seatpost. Haven't gone about sourcing pegs or brakes yet but i might take the front brake off my new school bike until next month and also the layback cult seatpost and Eclat fat bios pivotal seat, the Skyway seatpost is coming from Australia. This bike Matt is going to be so bad-ass!!! I can't wait bro
Also got some green dice shaped Skyway dust caps and also some pink ODI mushroom dust caps
Dang!!! 🙌🙌🙌 That build is gonna be sick. So stoked for you. When you’re done, I wanna see pics. If you’re on Instagram, please DM me over there when you’ve got it built up 👊
I'll get a picture of all the assembled parts and also a few photos of the completed build. I'll send you those photos Matt, I can't wait buddy
Also forgot to mention, got some Skyway (pink) brake pads. Matt, I'm a bit bit concerned with the brakes, I want Odyssey, pink or polished/chrome but there maybe an issue in the way the brake cable travels between the top tube and the caliper, I may have to get Dia compe Hombre calipers with Tech 77 levers, I'll just see how things develop
Matt, I'm a big supporter of yourself and your channel, I'll get these pics forwarded to you as things develop bro 👍🤝👊
That is awesome! The ramp would also be useful for RC cars ;-)
Right on! I bet it be awesome for RC cars 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Radical!! 🤙🏽
Right on!!! 👊👊👊
Great video and information Matt.. love your filing and editing style too 👊🏽🥇
Thanks Brandon. I really appreciate that ❤️👊
Great video!!!!
Thanks Brother 👊
Hi Matt, I've assembled my bike. Just waiting for the chain breaker. Don't have the necessary socket to put the pegs on (chrome Tioga's), still waiting for seatpost to come from Australia, have a pink seat. Ordering brakes later on today. I'll put photos on my Facebook when it's all sorted if your interested in checking it out?
Sounds like you’re getting close. I don’t do much with facebook these days, I’m on Instagram frequently though. Send me a note when the photos are up and I’ll come find them. Looking forward to seeing your build 👊
Yes!!
Yahoo! Thanks for watching and commenting 🙏
Now if you can do a tutorial of a plywood #bikestand that holds the front or back wheel
I see them all over Etsy but for outrageous pricing
That’s an interesting idea. It’ll have to look into it. Thanks 🙏
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood please do haven’t really seen a good tutorial on YT compression to your ramp build. They are crazy expensive to buy. I’m the kind of person that likes to watch a video by learning 👍
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood and juat subbed 👍
I’m 52. Skating again.
Right on! I love hearing this. ❤️ What board are you riding?
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Also IDK what to or get regarding the seat, Skyway has sent me a black seat, but I feel that's going to ruin what I'm looking for, I need a pink or green seat. Any ideas💡???
Have you looked at Viscount Dominators or Kashimax Aero’s? I have a white Aero on deck for my trick Star build and I’m stoked with it.
Bought a cheap pink unbranded padded seat, but I feel its going to complement the bike quite nicely. Besides, I don't know if my 50yr old backside could tolerate a skinny rock hard plastic seat
@@ianward7376 I hear you!!! On my 20” rider, I have a padded seat too.
Video rips! You rip!
Right on. Thanks so much. Had fun making this one!