In this video we demonstrate two basic Unicycle free mounts, which then build into the whole range of Unicycle mounts. #Unicycledotcom #unicyclemounts #unicycle #unicycling
This video helped a lot. I just learned stepping on with the pedals going forward. I think what finally helped was not leaning too far into the pedal foot and just barely hopping on.
Great video on mounting, an important skill and can take months to nail. The mount where the unicycle moves (Rollback) I've always done with the pedals vertical 12/6 o'clock as you can put your full weight on the down pedal and it works great for giraffe mounting too.
Absolutely David, why do all the "experts" not teach the roll back(half idle) mount, first. Take advantage of beginners tendency to put weight down, and the "physics" of a stable pendulum. (just the added complexity of the top foot whipping back, but there's no danger of unicycle shooting out). The first mounting at 0:52 is misleading. It's the dreaded "so called, standard mount" at 3 and 9 o'clock. What I call the knee cap breaker. When the unicycle shoots and behind you, and you fall straight down. Thus, my comment to Nick above. Show me a "fail". Show beginners and the world what happens, when you first try that mount.
Darn! I loved the idea of the variation at 1:35, but then I saw that you're not seated atop the uni, you're holding it. As unskilled as I am, I doubt if I could make the transition from holding it to getting on the seat without falling off. Thank you anyway for the idea.
I have been trying to perform the first mount, but the unicycle keeps moving when my feet leave the ground. Do you avoid putting pressure on the pedals until both feet are on?
Nice to hear from you and keep it up! You need to move forward on this mount, like walking up the stairs. It sounds like you are treating the pedal more like a ladder and not moving forward enough. It can also help if you push the saddle forward as you mount so it does not come back (the action is a little like a pole volt). I hope this helps.
@@unicycledotcomukI just got my first unicycle a week ago but I’m going to have to replace my cranks. The ones that are on it are 114mm. It has a 20inch wheel. Would 125mm or 150mm cranks be better. Or do you have a better suggestion size.
@@CoriOjeda 114 to 127 are the standard learner crank sizes for a 20" wheel. Any longer or shorter would make it harder to control. If you are struggle with the balance aspect of riding then 125 may help over the 114, but as soon as you start to move, then 114 are better.
This video helped a lot. I just learned stepping on with the pedals going forward. I think what finally helped was not leaning too far into the pedal foot and just barely hopping on.
That’s the best free/static mount tutorial that I’ve seen. 👍☮️🌞
Wow, thank you!
Great video on mounting, an important skill and can take months to nail. The mount where the unicycle moves (Rollback) I've always done with the pedals vertical 12/6 o'clock as you can put your full weight on the down pedal and it works great for giraffe mounting too.
Thanks for the input David 👍 🙂
that (and the jump mount) are my best mounts. I never could learn the "basic" mount for whatever reason.
Absolutely David, why do all the "experts" not teach the roll back(half idle) mount, first. Take advantage of beginners tendency to put weight down, and the "physics" of a stable pendulum. (just the added complexity of the top foot whipping back, but there's no danger of unicycle shooting out). The first mounting at 0:52 is misleading. It's the dreaded "so called, standard mount" at 3 and 9 o'clock. What I call the knee cap breaker. When the unicycle shoots and behind you, and you fall straight down.
Thus, my comment to Nick above. Show me a "fail". Show beginners and the world what happens, when you first try that mount.
Darn! I loved the idea of the variation at 1:35, but then I saw that you're not seated atop the uni, you're holding it. As unskilled as I am, I doubt if I could make the transition from holding it to getting on the seat without falling off. Thank you anyway for the idea.
I have been trying to perform the first mount, but the unicycle keeps moving when my feet leave the ground. Do you avoid putting pressure on the pedals until both feet are on?
Nice to hear from you and keep it up! You need to move forward on this mount, like walking up the stairs. It sounds like you are treating the pedal more like a ladder and not moving forward enough. It can also help if you push the saddle forward as you mount so it does not come back (the action is a little like a pole volt). I hope this helps.
Thank you!
You're welcome! Glad you found it useful
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What size cranks do you ride?
89mm
@@unicycledotcomuk what do you think is better shorter or longer cranks?
@@CoriOjeda longer is easier for free mounting. The shorter cranks make you move faster and are smoother, but take a higher skill level.
@@unicycledotcomukI just got my first unicycle a week ago but I’m going to have to replace my cranks. The ones that are on it are 114mm. It has a 20inch wheel. Would 125mm or 150mm cranks be better. Or do you have a better suggestion size.
@@CoriOjeda 114 to 127 are the standard learner crank sizes for a 20" wheel. Any longer or shorter would make it harder to control. If you are struggle with the balance aspect of riding then 125 may help over the 114, but as soon as you start to move, then 114 are better.