Good job dude👍 BMX is tons of fun. I am 53. I raced BMX from 1986 - 2000. I'm buying another BMX (cruiser) and coming back in 2024. It's in the blood, and I miss it horribly. I have regular dreams of riding in the missing 23 years. 👍🤟🇨🇦🇺🇲
Right on man! I've been having a blast! Wish I could've started sooner, but I'm out there now. This has been one of the best experiences of my life and hope to have many more years of it. Good luck to ya in 2024! Keep it fun!
This is AWESOME. Proud of you for getting out there and getting some laps in. Races always feel different than practice, but if you're smiling then you are doing it right. Keep getting it man.
Nice job! The other guys in 46-50x could potentially have over 40 years experience racing. Keep it up! Bmx has a way of teaching riders that it’s not about who wins it’s about doing your best.
I took my daughter's to race for their first time and I raced too. Its be 30 years since my last race! I had a blast just being out there and having fun at 41! My youngest 3 soon to be 4 won 2nd place in the stryder class! Keep getting man and have fun!
Awesome job brother. Even though you didn't win you did an amazing job. Hope you and Mrs Nova had an amazing Thanksgiving. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an incredible weekend. Much love and RESPECT
Its a start. Its a jounery to get back in shape. Im 53 and been an SE rider all my life. Ive gone through 4 bikes through the decades and i still have them all except for my first Quadangle 20. That one got stolen, my second 20 that replaced my first almost got stolen. My other 2 are cruisers. Im planning to move to Rancho Santa Fe. The have a pump track there and the neighborhood is a Republican stronghold. Its an all around win for me. I hope to see you at the races one day.
That’s awesome ! First and last time I was on the track, my second time around the track, at the start, I was trying to go balls to the walls, and on the first just I fell so damn hard, I almost broke my shoulder. Hahahah!! I was 48! I’m itching to do it again, but this time , train correctly before I go all out
@JudahTribe-lt3ur nothing wrong with taking your time, build skills and enjoy the process. That's what I've done and I've loved every minute of it. Get back out there and have fun!
This is so cool. I'm 49 (almost 50), rode an '84 Schwinn Predator Team Comp bike back in the day and it was awesome. Question for ya: how much does it cost to enter one of those races?
Cool bike! First practice is free at any USA BMX track, so you can try it out and see if you like it. If you do, USA BMX membership is $80 per year. Practice and race fees can vary depending on the track, but ours is $5 for practice nights and $10 per district race. State, Gold Cup and National races are more with National being the highest. I'd suggest finding your nearest track and checking it out on a practice night. They should have loaner bikes for you to use. Then, go to a race day and see what it's all about. Don't be hesitant to ask questions. The staff and local riders should have all the answers for ya. Let me know how it goes and thanks for watching!
Dang, too bad i don't live closer to SC! I would definitely be down for joining in though I'm just a year shy of your age bracket....45. Do you need a certain spec bmx? I bought a Mirraco a few years back.
Sorry I missed your comment! Man, it would be awesome to have someone to ride and race with! You'd have to have either a 20" wheel or 24" wheel bike to race.
Great job man, proud of ya! Sooo I’ve been growing my hair since covid with the intention of donating it for cancer victims or whatever they do with it. The wife is asking when it’s getting cut? I said after I do a BMX race. She immediately looked up the local track schedule saying “they’re racing this weekend!” So I looked it up, it’s a gold cup qualifier! I don’t even have number plates yet!😂
Cruisers are more stable and less twitchy, so starting on one isn't a bad idea. Just keep in mind you'll have to run a 20" when you move up to intermediate. But, take your time and enjoy the process and just being out there.
@@BackyardBMX73 Got to ride a 24" monza today, and it's confirmed to me that I want a 20"er after I tried a Sunday also. The leverage makes a big difference.
@@BackyardBMX73 it's a nice bike. My buddy had one growing up. The nostalgia of those old bikes like elf,auburn, Robinson and my ol gt interceptor is nice to remember.
Good job dude👍 BMX is tons of fun.
I am 53. I raced BMX from 1986 - 2000.
I'm buying another BMX (cruiser) and coming back in 2024. It's in the blood, and I miss it horribly.
I have regular dreams of riding in the missing 23 years.
👍🤟🇨🇦🇺🇲
Right on man! I've been having a blast! Wish I could've started sooner, but I'm out there now. This has been one of the best experiences of my life and hope to have many more years of it. Good luck to ya in 2024! Keep it fun!
This is AWESOME. Proud of you for getting out there and getting some laps in. Races always feel different than practice, but if you're smiling then you are doing it right. Keep getting it man.
Hey, thanks for checking me out! Man, I'm having a blast with BMX! Lovin every minute!
Nice job! The other guys in 46-50x could potentially have over 40 years experience racing. Keep it up! Bmx has a way of teaching riders that it’s not about who wins it’s about doing your best.
Thanks man! My number one goal will always be to have fun. If I win, great. If I don't, also great. I'm just stoked to be out there at my age. 🤘🏻
Come to the Trumbull National this year and we"ll take good care of you!@@BackyardBMX73
I'm all tired out just watching...Great Job!
Haha, thanks man!
I took my daughter's to race for their first time and I raced too. Its be 30 years since my last race! I had a blast just being out there and having fun at 41! My youngest 3 soon to be 4 won 2nd place in the stryder class! Keep getting man and have fun!
That's what it's all about!
Tough competition with that class BUT great to get your first one under your belt!
Yes indeed!
Doing what makes you happy. That's winning with or without a trophy.
Yes indeed!
Awesome job brother. Even though you didn't win you did an amazing job. Hope you and Mrs Nova had an amazing Thanksgiving. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an incredible weekend. Much love and RESPECT
Thank you, brother Tim! 🙏
Love BMX!! Same age as you man... Congrats!!
Right on, thanks man!
48 years young congrats Ponie! You have a great track down there in SC!
I refuse to grow up, professor! 😁
Its a start. Its a jounery to get back in shape. Im 53 and been an SE rider all my life. Ive gone through 4 bikes through the decades and i still have them all except for my first Quadangle 20. That one got stolen, my second 20 that replaced my first almost got stolen. My other 2 are cruisers. Im planning to move to Rancho Santa Fe. The have a pump track there and the neighborhood is a Republican stronghold. Its an all around win for me. I hope to see you at the races one day.
Right on, man. Sounds like you've had some great bikes. Never know, one day we may run into each other out there. Be safe and have fun!
Cool man. I’m 46 and thinking of getting into racing. Thanks for posting this. Looks like a lot of fun.
I say do it. Absolutely no regrets, even though I started later in life. It's a ton of fun!
Awesome Sir, very happy you are doing what makes ya happy. Great Job with your first race
Thank you bro! Can't wait to race with ya!
Congrats! That brings back memories from a long time ago.
Your track looks very nice.
Thanks man! Track is great and I'm having a blast!
That was cool brother, a little tip for next time, PEDDLE..😂😂😂😂
I was 😆
That’s awesome ! First and last time I was on the track, my second time around the track, at the start, I was trying to go balls to the walls, and on the first just I fell so damn hard, I almost broke my shoulder. Hahahah!! I was 48! I’m itching to do it again, but this time , train correctly before I go all out
@JudahTribe-lt3ur nothing wrong with taking your time, build skills and enjoy the process. That's what I've done and I've loved every minute of it. Get back out there and have fun!
@@BackyardBMX73 Thank you my friend! I appreciate that
@@JudahTribe-lt3ur 🤘🏻🤜🏻🤛🏻
You just helped me relive 13 year old me! :) Well done!
Glad I could help! 😁
Thanks man!
best racing i did was @ 47 yrs old. 4th in state , 4th in cruiser. thinking abt doing some night races @ 54 yo
Do it, man! I'm still loving it!
Damn that looks like a blast man
I'm having the time of my life with BMX!
Dude!!! That’s awesome!!!
Thank you bro!
I’m 46 just bought me a new redline I got few aftermarket parts I’ve putting on it but this video makes me want to find my local track
Right on man! Love to hear about more people getting into or back into BMX. Have fun with it!
We need to coyote swap that bike lol cool video
😆😆😆
Salute for going for it, man!
Thank you! One of the best decisions I've ever made!
This is so cool. I'm 49 (almost 50), rode an '84 Schwinn Predator Team Comp bike back in the day and it was awesome. Question for ya: how much does it cost to enter one of those races?
Cool bike! First practice is free at any USA BMX track, so you can try it out and see if you like it. If you do, USA BMX membership is $80 per year. Practice and race fees can vary depending on the track, but ours is $5 for practice nights and $10 per district race. State, Gold Cup and National races are more with National being the highest. I'd suggest finding your nearest track and checking it out on a practice night. They should have loaner bikes for you to use. Then, go to a race day and see what it's all about. Don't be hesitant to ask questions. The staff and local riders should have all the answers for ya. Let me know how it goes and thanks for watching!
Dang, too bad i don't live closer to SC! I would definitely be down for joining in though I'm just a year shy of your age bracket....45. Do you need a certain spec bmx? I bought a Mirraco a few years back.
Sorry I missed your comment! Man, it would be awesome to have someone to ride and race with! You'd have to have either a 20" wheel or 24" wheel bike to race.
@@BackyardBMX73 no worries! Ok that's cool, not really any restrictions. Mine has 20" wheels. You got me looking for pump tracks near me 🤣
Awesome!
Thank you! 🤘
Great job man, proud of ya!
Sooo I’ve been growing my hair since covid with the intention of donating it for cancer victims or whatever they do with it. The wife is asking when it’s getting cut? I said after I do a BMX race. She immediately looked up the local track schedule saying “they’re racing this weekend!” So I looked it up, it’s a gold cup qualifier! I don’t even have number plates yet!😂
Right on man! Hey, go for it! Just get out there and have fun!
Way to go!!
Thank you, my love!
I'm 47 and in King, NC.....tips and advice welcome! I want a 24" cruiser...
Cruisers are more stable and less twitchy, so starting on one isn't a bad idea. Just keep in mind you'll have to run a 20" when you move up to intermediate. But, take your time and enjoy the process and just being out there.
@@BackyardBMX73 Got to ride a 24" monza today, and it's confirmed to me that I want a 20"er after I tried a Sunday also. The leverage makes a big difference.
@ruxpin76 ride what you feel comfortable on. The more comfortable you are, the better you'll ride and gain confidence. Enjoy!
If you remember or still go there what track is that it looks like a fun one
I still race there. Lexington BMX in Lexington, SC.
Heck yeah!
🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
What state are you in
SC
24 inch Right ?
I was riding a 20".
What kind of bike are you riding?
Nvm just heard you say pk ripper at the end. Lol
It's a 2009 PK Ripper Team XLP
@@BackyardBMX73 it's a nice bike. My buddy had one growing up. The nostalgia of those old bikes like elf,auburn, Robinson and my ol gt interceptor is nice to remember.
Love the old school bikes. I'm almost done with a 1990 PK Ripper. I'm planning to race it in old school classes. Should be a lot of fun!