Always appreciate how you break things down to simple terms/demonstrations - as an ol' timer it is nice to have the step-by-step breakdown. Thx Mr. Nobles!
This is the one I’ve been waiting for… cannot wait to see how my manuals progress off the back of watching this video a gazillion times 👍🏼 Thank you Mr Nobles, really appreciate your time and effort putting these how to videos together so throughly 👊🏼
Thank you for mentioning this at your clinic at Blue Springs. I will start trying manuals again after I get a set of lower bars. This video has really broken it down for me. Thank you.
Dude thank you for this in depth video of manuals, I'm 39 and just yesterday got me a 26"Mafia Medusa. I forgot how much fun popping wheelies and bunny hopping is!!!
Thanks I liked your tutorial a LOT! I'll use your tips as a lot of BMX videos didn't cover the finer details as far as I could see. Especially for novice like me
I've watched a lot of videos on this topic yours is best by far. I like your logic and how you explain if this, then that scenarios. Hard to find someone who is an expert in doing who can also teach effectively. Keep it up. Subscribed.
Thanks, best explanation out there, I live an our from a track, but the parking is right down the road. Soon 45y old, started BMX (sport in general) last season
I teach manuals and I’m very critical of poorly made “How to” videos. This is by far one of the best manual videos I have seen. He is the only other guy other than myself that talks about how Important it is to keep your head up and eyes on the horizon.
probably my biggest issue. on my freestyle bike with shorter chainstay it doesnt matter as much but with the long chainstay on my racebike it really makes all the difference
@@RALAN-cm4vi keeping your head up is a basic. It makes no difference on the bike. Maybe you are more comfortable on one of your bikes. Your body will follow your head so if you are looking down your manual will go down. Practice the basics and fundamentals and it won’t matter what bike you are on. Practice practice practice. Have fun brother and good luck.
@@saltybmxer6977 i think its not so much that im looking "down" so much as im looking at the front tire. i think its due to geometry that manualing on my freestyle bike has the front end higher and more eye level anyway. with my longer race bike i think im just not getting low enough over the back. needs more crawfish style
What a beautiful bike man! I wish onde day I can afford one here in Brazil! This bike here cost the same as a house! God bless you man! Well done videos
Thank you for this video. I took a break from racing for 10 yrs after a bad injury. Im back at it on a new bike i bought. Im a lot faster on it and winning but now i need to manual. 36-40 inter class 🤘
Great stuff. Tried to manual yesterday, looks easy on Vid but so hard in real. Feels lika i am going to fall over and on the same time it feels hard to push the bika away so you get away from the pedals when tipping over.
For a new guy to BMX where the BMX community is pretty small i would highly appreciate a "how to build your own bike" video. From the start with a frame and all parts needed to complete a bike. On brgstore there is tons of stuff to choose from and when i put stuff in the basket i do not have a clue if they will fit 😀
@@barrynobles95 if you referring to the one were you build the Chase you use for competition now then i have seen it. I am tall, 191cm so i think cruiser is what i should go for. It is more what parts fits with other parts or can i basicly order any part from a store and it will fit with any other part? Example : Can i choose a RSP5 frame and add any handlebar, any stem and so on? Thanksb
@@rs.sweden Nic long is about your height and one of the best ever on 20" wheels but if you like cruiser go for it. Just my non-professional insights are to pay attention to rsp head tube. It's tapered so would need a tapered fork 1.5 to 1 1/8 and then focus on bottom bracket (press fit I believe) and it's possibly a thru axle rear not a standard bolt on. Stem and handlebar combo is preference. Dan's comp has good size chart that can help with stem length and bar height. Make sure stem clamp diameter fits bar diameter.
@@ryanblackmon5830 Thanks, i tried 20" wheels and as a new guy to this i felt it more unstable and like I was going to crash all the time. Most older guys here go for cruiser size so i will start there and when my skills gets better i maybe try 20". 😀👌
Barry you are really THE ambassador of the sport ! Also great to know that you didn‘t have a BMX track closed to your home when you were young. So I have no excuses. My question: would you recommend to start with BMX on a 24“ cruiser instead of a 20“ BMX bike ? I am not the youngest anymore and thought that maybe a 24“ bike is more forgiving when I make mistakes trying to manual or on a pump- oder BMX Track ?
I’ve been waiting for a “how to manual rollers” for a while, I can do it probably 25% of the time but it’s not pretty, thanks for the info. Hope the peepee isn’t hurt from the pedal incident!
Back in the 1980s, there were no rollers. There were table tops and humps. Humps were like parking lot speed bumps, only larger. There were double jumps throughout the bmx coarse. Berms were mostly smaller and ineffective for the speed you were hitting as you entered the turn. Most bmx parks were sand and clay and rock. Not a whole lot of effort went into designing bmx parks. Indoor parks in the mid 80's were the best. But dust build up made it slick once the day went on.
Hey Barry dude, could u please do a how to video for good bmx brakes please. My brake won't work after I cleaned my bike. It worked before. Will I hav to buy new brakes and a new wheel. Iv tried adjusting but still slips. I tried roughing my brake pads with a bit of sandpaper but still not working properly. Any tips please.
Manuals: the hardest easy-trick to learn! I still haven't nailed it, but one day it will click 🤞 Cheers for the tutorial Barry. Also, mean-as backflip clip on Instagram! Pure rad!!
Great tips as always Barry. For those not quite at manual level I would suggest learning a front wheel lift and hopping off the back of the bike before going to manuals. This can be done against a wall. Preferably pointing slightly down hill to make balancing easier. With my riders I like to see how far they can manual before hopping off the back of the bike (elegantly). ❤
It's the easiest to manual on a race BMX right? You don't need to get the front wheel up that high. But somebody once told me, that a 26" with short chainstays is the best, cause it's agile, but still stable
The technique that killed BMX. We used to save that for the skateparks. Half the BMX track is a skatepark now. That is why so many walked away. Now, in 2023, we the people are pushing back and fighting for jumps for all and less tippy toeing across rollers. We fix this problem and we will see a major resurgence of BMX racers and a robust bicycle sales market once again.
Thank you Barry, As a father who has started BMX at 33 years old with his 4 year old daughter. 1 Year in its time to learn manuals
How you making out now?
35 saludos
@@bunnyman6321 Getting there, defiantly still not fully confident
@@jammiehargreaves4807 May have much success
@@bunnyman6321 hopefully not with his daughter
Always appreciate how you break things down to simple terms/demonstrations - as an ol' timer it is nice to have the step-by-step breakdown. Thx Mr. Nobles!
That’s great feedback. Thank you for that
This is the one I’ve been waiting for… cannot wait to see how my manuals progress off the back of watching this video a gazillion times 👍🏼 Thank you Mr Nobles, really appreciate your time and effort putting these how to videos together so throughly 👊🏼
This is the best manual video out there. All your tips are for racers. Excellent job!!
Great to know people are benefiting from it. 🙌🏼
Great video. First one that actually breaks down the motions of manual pumping
I think this is the best Manual tutorial in the interweb!!! hands down! thanks barry for this!
This is absolutely best how to that I watched ever i my life, I can manual now!
This video is super informative, and helpful. Hands down the best how to manual video I’ve seen. Thank you.
you are always so helpful. Thanks Barry!!! Love the part "I just slipped a pedal right there"
This is by far the best break down and description on how to do it🤘🏻 Thank you!!!
this actually feels like the best explanation. I watched a lot of them never getting it, but this one gave me a different view on it. Thanks mate!
Damm now I feel like getting a BMX all of a sudden 😝
Dude I saw your other video where you bunny hopped a 3’ tall pvc bar! Insane! 🤯
Terimakasih sudah mengajarkan teknik yang cukup baik
Man I'm 40 and just picked up BMX again. I was a 90's BMX rider and so much has changed. This video is really good instructions. Thanks.
Perfect video. You broke the skill down very well and the momentum of the demonstration was not too fast or too slow. Thanks!
This actually taught me to manual from 6 feet to 32 THANK YOH VERY MUCH BERRY!! Best of luck to you❤️
This is so helpful. I’m starting my first race season in a week and your videos have helped me improve so much
Thank you for mentioning this at your clinic at Blue Springs. I will start trying manuals again after I get a set of lower bars. This video has really broken it down for me. Thank you.
Why lower bars?
Dude thank you for this in depth video of manuals, I'm 39 and just yesterday got me a 26"Mafia Medusa. I forgot how much fun popping wheelies and bunny hopping is!!!
I been Learning how to manual from my teammates and this will help me to I have been watching you videos before I started racing I’m 13 intermediate
Love the video! Been working on this skill for the last 4 years and still learning and working on it.
Thanks I liked your tutorial a LOT! I'll use your tips as a lot of BMX videos didn't cover the finer details as far as I could see. Especially for novice like me
Amazing intro! Those Chase bikes are lit!
I've watched a lot of videos on this topic yours is best by far. I like your logic and how you explain if this, then that scenarios. Hard to find someone who is an expert in doing who can also teach effectively. Keep it up. Subscribed.
i apreciate that, glad its helped!
Thanks, best explanation out there, I live an our from a track, but the parking is right down the road. Soon 45y old, started BMX (sport in general) last season
Hands down the best manual demo out there! I’ve seen my share of them too.. thanks Barry👊🏻
Thank you for that!! 🙏🏼
I teach manuals and I’m very critical of poorly made “How to” videos. This is by far one of the best manual videos I have seen. He is the only other guy other than myself that talks about how Important it is to keep your head up and eyes on the horizon.
probably my biggest issue. on my freestyle bike with shorter chainstay it doesnt matter as much but with the long chainstay on my racebike it really makes all the difference
@@RALAN-cm4vi keeping your head up is a basic. It makes no difference on the bike. Maybe you are more comfortable on one of your bikes. Your body will follow your head so if you are looking down your manual will go down. Practice the basics and fundamentals and it won’t matter what bike you are on. Practice practice practice. Have fun brother and good luck.
@@saltybmxer6977 i think its not so much that im looking "down" so much as im looking at the front tire. i think its due to geometry that manualing on my freestyle bike has the front end higher and more eye level anyway. with my longer race bike i think im just not getting low enough over the back. needs more crawfish style
Great tips! Thanks, man!
Yay finally I have been waiting for this video sense you teased it
Thank you for sharing this lml
What a beautiful bike man! I wish onde day I can afford one here in Brazil! This bike here cost the same as a house! God bless you man! Well done videos
A real true professional
Liked and subscribed!
Great tips! Going out first thing tomorrow AM to practice.
Best manual video ever
Great Video
Thank you for this video. I took a break from racing for 10 yrs after a bad injury. Im back at it on a new bike i bought. Im a lot faster on it and winning but now i need to manual. 36-40 inter class 🤘
Nice video , thanks
Thank You, For Info💯
dude, i mean no disrespect, but youre the first guy i see with legs as short as mine. gives me hope
Thank you Barry!!! ❤ i really needed this!!! 🎉
Great stuff. Tried to manual yesterday, looks easy on Vid but so hard in real. Feels lika i am going to fall over and on the same time it feels hard to push the bika away so you get away from the pedals when tipping over.
For a new guy to BMX where the BMX community is pretty small i would highly appreciate a "how to build your own bike" video. From the start with a frame and all parts needed to complete a bike. On brgstore there is tons of stuff to choose from and when i put stuff in the basket i do not have a clue if they will fit 😀
I have a bike review where I’m building my own bike. Are you looking for a break down of how to fit to your size?
@@barrynobles95 if you referring to the one were you build the Chase you use for competition now then i have seen it. I am tall, 191cm so i think cruiser is what i should go for. It is more what parts fits with other parts or can i basicly order any part from a store and it will fit with any other part? Example : Can i choose a RSP5 frame and add any handlebar, any stem and so on?
Thanksb
@@rs.sweden Nic long is about your height and one of the best ever on 20" wheels but if you like cruiser go for it. Just my non-professional insights are to pay attention to rsp head tube. It's tapered so would need a tapered fork 1.5 to 1 1/8 and then focus on bottom bracket (press fit I believe) and it's possibly a thru axle rear not a standard bolt on. Stem and handlebar combo is preference. Dan's comp has good size chart that can help with stem length and bar height. Make sure stem clamp diameter fits bar diameter.
@@ryanblackmon5830 Thanks, i tried 20" wheels and as a new guy to this i felt it more unstable and like I was going to crash all the time. Most older guys here go for cruiser size so i will start there and when my skills gets better i maybe try 20". 😀👌
Woohoo been waiting for this !!
Barry you are really THE ambassador of the sport !
Also great to know that you didn‘t have a BMX track closed to your home when you were young. So I have no excuses.
My question: would you recommend to start with BMX on a 24“ cruiser instead of a 20“ BMX bike ?
I am not the youngest anymore and thought that maybe a 24“ bike is more forgiving when I make mistakes trying to manual or on a pump- oder BMX Track ?
Awesome knowledge bro!
You got some arms on you 💪 what weight training would you recommend?
6:09 this is me lol
I need that helmet 💥
Awsome tips makes me want another BMX bike and go back to ep tom sawyer park lol
It's always been my dream to meet you at DeSoto bmx:(
Awsome
I’ve been waiting for a “how to manual rollers” for a while, I can do it probably 25% of the time but it’s not pretty, thanks for the info. Hope the peepee isn’t hurt from the pedal incident!
I have a broken elbow at the moment but thanks for the tips
Hard as fuck on a mountain bike when you are short. cause you do not have the reach to get back far enough.
Back in the 1980s, there were no rollers. There were table tops and humps. Humps were like parking lot speed bumps, only larger. There were double jumps throughout the bmx coarse. Berms were mostly smaller and ineffective for the speed you were hitting as you entered the turn. Most bmx parks were sand and clay and rock. Not a whole lot of effort went into designing bmx parks. Indoor parks in the mid 80's were the best. But dust build up made it slick once the day went on.
What ever is being talked here about - is a starting point for a bunny hop as well... If you can manual, you will be able to hop in no time.
He added the fail lol
Hey Barry dude, could u please do a how to video for good bmx brakes please. My brake won't work after I cleaned my bike. It worked before.
Will I hav to buy new brakes and a new wheel. Iv tried adjusting but still slips. I tried roughing my brake pads with a bit of sandpaper but still not working properly. Any tips please.
Get some brake cleaner spray from the auto parts store spray the pad and the rotor. Sounds like you may have contaminated them with a cleaning product
Do you have nose/fakie manuals tutorial?
Much respect Sir where did u get that loud bak rim from
Manuals: the hardest easy-trick to learn! I still haven't nailed it, but one day it will click 🤞
Cheers for the tutorial Barry.
Also, mean-as backflip clip on Instagram! Pure rad!!
Let’s goooo
🔥
Great tips as always Barry.
For those not quite at manual level I would suggest learning a front wheel lift and hopping off the back of the bike before going to manuals. This can be done against a wall. Preferably pointing slightly down hill to make balancing easier.
With my riders I like to see how far they can manual before hopping off the back of the bike (elegantly). ❤
Jesus give you the power 💪
What type of brake lever is that?
I think I answered my own question later in the video…Shimano XT or similar
Slow is smooth and smooth is fast
What makes manualling faster??
Faster then what?
@@barrynobles95whoops… just seeing this 3 months later.
What makes manualling faster than keeping both wheels on the ground?
Ive been a break person all my life bmx
i just cant go straight thats my problem
😅😮😂😢
I have E.D. the title is misleading 😤
If you can manual that long ass racing bike I better learn how to manual my FIT TRL 2xl ( long bike frame )
Lol
It's the easiest to manual on a race BMX right? You don't need to get the front wheel up that high. But somebody once told me, that a 26" with short chainstays is the best, cause it's agile, but still stable
my 2k haro weighs 3x or 4x as much as that race bike >
The technique that killed BMX. We used to save that for the skateparks. Half the BMX track is a skatepark now. That is why so many walked away. Now, in 2023, we the people are pushing back and fighting for jumps for all and less tippy toeing across rollers. We fix this problem and we will see a major resurgence of BMX racers and a robust bicycle sales market once again.
Cheers man! BTW the helmet is way tacky. Bigger isn't neccesarly better.
I’ll let Mercedes Benz know you don’t like it
This video is super informative, and helpful. Hands down the best how to manual video I’ve seen. Thank you.
Man, I really appreciate that!