Of course, the Victorians (and probably some modern day nutters) used to race Penny Farthings around a track, but the front wheels were like 40 inches and the tyres weren't pneumatic - solid rubber! Can't imagine a highside from a saddle that's 4 or 5 feet up!
@@SamPilgrim Fun fact. Bike racing started out with gentlemen on their Penny Farthings in suits on cobbles. Maybe you could recreate that as an "historial documentary"?
Sam’s absolute enthusiasm for the farth has had me in stitches this morning , this thing needs a permanent feature on this channel …… FARTH IIITTTTT!!!!
One of the best videos I've seen in ages! You need to use the trick Penny Farthing riders used to do when riding downhill. They took their feet off the pedals and put their legs OVER the handlebars. The idea being that going over the handlebars was quite likely and having your legs over (and resting on!) the handlebars meant they would land feet-first. The was called "doing a cropper" and it is the origin of the phrase "to come a cropper". It's also worth bearing in mind that Penny Farthings did have a front-wheel brake but clearly anything other than very gentle braking would cause the rider to go over the handlebars. Hence, as I see others have pointed, the Penny Farthing's successor was called the "Safety Bicycle". Once again, thank you for an excellent video. You nutter. 👍
Funny thing is Sam’s is genuinely nice guy. His character isn’t put on and is genuinely like this in real life. I remember being a 16 year old riding my bmx at the local park playing with french bangers blowing up ketchup from Mc Donald’s with him. Town hero lol
Just like to say "Thank you!"... Over the last (nearly) two years through certain s**t going on in my life you've given me a positive outlook on things as well as lighting a fire to get out and send it with my brother. Keep on keeping on. From Ireland ✊
The freewheel hub that runs in unicycle bearings is found on the front of those drift trikes. Huffy was the manufacturer of most of them as they came from a kids big wheel thing called the green machine.
Yes to the front wheel being a fly-wheel...ALSO if it had an extra foot step on the rear (on the opposite side to the existing one), I reckon you could use it to stand on while performing more jumps and such. Anyhow, ace video...'Pilgrim and the Penny Farthing', it so had to happen. Pure genius-madness :)
I've allways had an interest in these, and looked a couple of times at nearly buying one, now I think you've pushed me over the edge, & if the wife says "What on earth is that doing in our garage" I'll blame you Sam !
Epic. I wanted to see this for sooooo long. Thanks for coming through. And I completely agree that there needs to be a Penny Farthing category of racing.
I actually fully endorse penny farthing BMX racing. Even modernizing them a bit. Single gear but non fixed, better seats, tougher frames, wheels etc. It would be amazingly entertaining. A sure fire money maker and gambling addiction. XD I'm sold Sam!
Yes Sam they have the mechanism for unicycles, 2 speeds I think, I built a freewheel for my moms big-trike, exactly like a childs trike so unicycle with two back wheels, I used the gears out of a motorcycle to slide into lock with a fork-slider, your a legend bro! balls of steel
Didn't realize I wasn't subbed. I love your vids man. I used to race bmx on and off between 1996 and 2004 and I still love bikes to this day. I would love a 26 inch bmx cruiser.
I would love to see an operational Penny Farthing in person. I've only seen one in my life, and it was at Wheels Through Time in Maggie Valley, NC (which I highly recommend!!). It was missing parts. Been my dream to see and ride one since I was a kid.
I've got one with a 36" wheel up front, scares the crap out of me going fast on the flat, you've got some serious balls to bomb that thing down the hill.
The ultimate mullet 💪
Ultimate comment 👍
Ultramullecomment?
Mull it!! MULL IIITTTT!!!
Very good comment it 👌
why is it called a mullet when it’s long in the front and short in the back?
The sheer terror on Sam's face when he comes bombing out of that gateway is possibly the greatest thing I've ever witnessed 😂 😂 😂
It's so amazing that the scene was chosen to be this vídeo's plug on Instagram
Someone please edit that with evanescence - Bring me to life 😂
@@MarioVAmaya 5r5k?😮😅5
It just looked so ridiculous I couldn't stop laughing, the straight legs when going down hill not touching the pedals was just amazing.
😂 so fun!!
@@SamPilgrim So death XD
Of course, the Victorians (and probably some modern day nutters) used to race Penny Farthings around a track, but the front wheels were like 40 inches and the tyres weren't pneumatic - solid rubber! Can't imagine a highside from a saddle that's 4 or 5 feet up!
@@SamPilgrim Do a flare!
@@SamPilgrim Fun fact. Bike racing started out with gentlemen on their Penny Farthings in suits on cobbles. Maybe you could recreate that as an "historial documentary"?
Sam’s absolute enthusiasm for the farth has had me in stitches this morning , this thing needs a permanent feature on this channel …… FARTH IIITTTTT!!!!
One of the best videos I've seen in ages! You need to use the trick Penny Farthing riders used to do when riding downhill. They took their feet off the pedals and put their legs OVER the handlebars. The idea being that going over the handlebars was quite likely and having your legs over (and resting on!) the handlebars meant they would land feet-first. The was called "doing a cropper" and it is the origin of the phrase "to come a cropper". It's also worth bearing in mind that Penny Farthings did have a front-wheel brake but clearly anything other than very gentle braking would cause the rider to go over the handlebars. Hence, as I see others have pointed, the Penny Farthing's successor was called the "Safety Bicycle".
Once again, thank you for an excellent video. You nutter. 👍
Absolute farthage. You never disappoint over the years Sam! The energy, the content, the sendage, the dreams... Keep it up! Cheers!
'Farthage... carnage! 😆
Why did i read this in my head, in Pauly Shore's voice?
HAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHA AHAH AHAHH AHAHAHAHAHHHH AAAHHHHAHAAHHAHAA@@alimantado373
And this is why the new bike was called a safety bicycle. Love the lesson in motion, Sam
This is amazing! Loved that stoppie! 😂
A unicycle freewheel hub might be your answer to make it coast! 👍
Potentially the best thumbnail I've seen in years. Great video, great sends.
Land speed record for farthing! No one on Earth ever would have thought, but Sam killed it!
Funny thing is Sam’s is genuinely nice guy. His character isn’t put on and is genuinely like this in real life. I remember being a 16 year old riding my bmx at the local park playing with french bangers blowing up ketchup from Mc Donald’s with him. Town hero lol
PACK-ET!!!!
Just like to say "Thank you!"...
Over the last (nearly) two years through certain s**t going on in my life you've given me a positive outlook on things as well as lighting a fire to get out and send it with my brother.
Keep on keeping on.
From Ireland ✊
He jumps on that farthing seat with more ease and grace than I have jumping on my sofa 😂
Haven’t laughed like this in a long time LOL thanks Sam and Lewis. FARTHIT!!!!
WHAT no stairs of doom? Sam another great video, you make my day become happier. Your the Best.
Farthing took the lead. Just edging out you and Lewi quad'g down the interstate. Solid 10 straight minutes of laughter. Thanks boys!
This fart worth a penny!
I was having a bad day until I saw this video. Now my day is EPIC!
Happy to help!! 😁🤙
Pure send!
Laughed so much all the way through that Sam 👏
This was hilarious! My 5 year old was in tears 😂. Thanks Sam! You’re the BEST
Would LOVE to see a series of this
The freewheel hub that runs in unicycle bearings is found on the front of those drift trikes. Huffy was the manufacturer of most of them as they came from a kids big wheel thing called the green machine.
Your love for Bikes is without any boundaries =D
Yes to the front wheel being a fly-wheel...ALSO if it had an extra foot step on the rear (on the opposite side to the existing one), I reckon you could use it to stand on while performing more jumps and such. Anyhow, ace video...'Pilgrim and the Penny Farthing', it so had to happen. Pure genius-madness :)
I've allways had an interest in these, and looked a couple of times at nearly buying one, now I think you've pushed me over the edge, & if the wife says "What on earth is that doing in our garage" I'll blame you Sam !
I subscribed years ago and have never regretted it. Never change. To the sky!!!!!!
Yes! That mad terror face whilst ripping down the hill was completely capital. You absolutely must get a freewheel on this beast.
You, sir, are a maniac and a scholar.
Never change ! 😂❤
I'm so lucky to have found this, and YOU. I've never laughed so hard. You are Fantastic!
i have missed random find bike videos like this. thank you!
Haven't even started the video yet, and the thumbnail already has me chuckling! Thanks Sam, I'm sure this one's gonna be a banger!
So much drama, so much comedy in the same time, youre the MAN :D
We need more Penny Farthing!
man man, I laughed my tail off...so funny , thought I saw it all but you never cease to amaze us mate...
Penny farthings! Ya love to see it🤣 that was brilliant, I hope they make a resurgence.
Sam and Lewi y'all rock! Today was EPIC! Loved the Penny! Peace
This had me in stitches, the channel just gets better all the time.
Epic. I wanted to see this for sooooo long. Thanks for coming through. And I completely agree that there needs to be a Penny Farthing category of racing.
You are the best Sam... my belly hurts from the laughing when watching this one!!
Sam is very talented. A real true bicycle pro
I love how crazy this guy is 1 minute in and I’m hooked
Omg I was dying the entire time during this video! 😂😂😂 We need more content with this bike!
Been hoping for you to do your thang on a Penny farthing for years. You didn't dissapoint. What a laugh.🤣👍♥️
You give this guy lemons and he makes fine wine!
Respect for you Sam!
It's always the weird bikes that makes me keep watching you 😂
I want to see more of this bike 😂
This was really entertain. I haven't had such a good lough for quite some time. I'm glad you didn't hurt yourself seriously.
The rear suspension is so responsive!
an absolute banger!
Imagine doing a race and everyone was dressed up fancy while racing these. That would be hilarious.
Time for Mods! Front suspension forks trial! you got it Sam! Free spinning hub for coasting pedals? Endless series of mods. Great video.
This should be like an extreme mullet MTB that DH mountain bikers use😂
I actually fully endorse penny farthing BMX racing. Even modernizing them a bit. Single gear but non fixed, better seats, tougher frames, wheels etc. It would be amazingly entertaining. A sure fire money maker and gambling addiction. XD
I'm sold Sam!
Yes Sam they have the mechanism for unicycles, 2 speeds I think, I built a freewheel for my moms big-trike, exactly like a childs trike so unicycle with two back wheels, I used the gears out of a motorcycle to slide into lock with a fork-slider, your a legend bro! balls of steel
OMG! THAT WAS SO GOOD! MY EYES ARE FLOODED WITH TEARS!
9:23 that note of dread absolutely killed me. Coming in hot!!!
When Sam gone downhill with it, the flexibility of the frame and the suspension of the saddle really helped his butt 😂😂😂😂
I legitimately want one now. You can never have too many bikes
First time viewer, I honestly feel this may be the best recommendation youtube has ever made for me.
This was so deserving of a like 👍 and comment.
And with beautiful Bath in the background too!
Sendage
Literally smiled the whole way through this. Absolutely absurd.
Love this! My dad rode a penny farthing in the 19 Aughts, and told me it was a disaster to dismount.
The man can ride anything on two wheels. Always epic 👍
You are a properly funny guy. Quality video. Was crying with laughter. Thank you.😅
Didn't realize I wasn't subbed. I love your vids man. I used to race bmx on and off between 1996 and 2004 and I still love bikes to this day. I would love a 26 inch bmx cruiser.
Absolutely insane probably the best video I’ve watched of yours, never laughed so much. Would love to see a race series. 👍🏼
Yes please!!! This is a series i didn't know i've Always needed
Im dying here ! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 greetings from Greece !
thank you, this joy is what I was needed
You need some pegs on the back wheel of that thing so you can send it fully. Love your work buddy your nothing but pure gold omg ❤❤❤
This is your funniest video of 2023 yet haha🤣🤣EPIC🤘🤙
You look sooo funny on that pump track :D:D:D:D Your videos are medicine for the mood
BEST VIDEO OF THE YEAR,,,, Keep up the good work Sam You are a living legend.....
I laughed so much watching you bomb the hill 🤣🤣🤣 more of the pennyfarth!!!!
I've never seen your channel, but hey, I see a video called "Extreme Penny Farthing," I click. This was excellent :D
An MTB race on penny farthings would be so sick!
Excellent creator. Love this guy!
That was just brilliant as well as hilarious.
I would love to see an operational Penny Farthing in person. I've only seen one in my life, and it was at Wheels Through Time in Maggie Valley, NC (which I highly recommend!!). It was missing parts. Been my dream to see and ride one since I was a kid.
Sam is a natural antidepressant, positive and hilarious, That's the Farthing thing from a bike!
Well done. Been waiting soon Long for this challenge . Need to step up to old skool model. Gareenteed!!!!
Laughed all the way through, especially the high Speed run at the end 🤣🤣🤣
one of the best videos i've seen, so much fun
This is the future of bicycling
The original Mullet - another hilarious show
This needs to be a series!
Absolute legend riding the dreams bikes brother keep the content coming. Really puts a smile on my face
Classic!! in every sense of the word!!
I wasn't even riding this thing and I felt terrified of it lmao. Very impressed!
I've never been more anxious in my life! Amazing video Sam!
I've always wanted to see one of these ridden. Great video 👍
I've got one with a 36" wheel up front, scares the crap out of me going fast on the flat, you've got some serious balls to bomb that thing down the hill.
I had told you to walk with her a few years ago, what an amazing thing my brother.
This is honestly the top gear of bikes
Crimped off an air biscuit of terror at 8:37 🤣
This type of bike sport i would pay to watch, this is a big money sport
Sam i watch every video but 9:25 made me laugh out loud! so fun and awesome!
Loving the madness 😂😂😂 it just gets better 😁👍🏼❤
Dude that looks like such good fun, and good exercise too!
Farthing racing ‘Breakneck’ speed is where the term came from 🙌🙌
My ribs recracked every time he fell. Incredible stuff. Lol