Adult Learns to Ride a Bike for the First Time!

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In this video Prakshi learns to ride a bike for the first time! Watch as she goes step by step building up the skills to pedal on her own. With the help of an REI Experiences instructor she finally gives riding a go after wanting to for years. Watch this video to see how she does on her first day, and see how you can do it too!
Prakshi is a filmmaker who lives in the Minneapolis area. She is a talented writer, director and editor and now...bike rider!
Our Thanks to Joe Jackson, who was a patient and incredibly knowledgeable instructor!
This video also features Kevin Frias, who is an avid cyclist, Bikepacker and content creator who lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kevin spends a great deal of time getting out on two wheels, exploring, pushing his own limits, and making it easier for others to do the same.
In his words, "My name is Kevin and I am passionate about sharing the outdoors with others! Currently, I execute that by going on adventures and sharing it on Instagram (@kevdoesinsta) and KZfaq (KevDoes). I want to energize people, especially people of color, to get outside and live their best life. I was born in the Bronx, NY and never knew about the life-changing force that you get from being outside so now I want to share that with everyone, and make the face of the outdoors a few shades darker."
Intro: 00:00
The Basics of the bike: 0:34
Speed is your friend and theory: 1:30
How to start: 2:05
Getting ready for pedals: 3:17
Pedals ON! 3:55
Outro 4:55
Take a class from REI Co-op: www.rei.com/events
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An REI Co-op Studios production-
Executive Producers: Alissa Hudson and Joe Crosby
Creative Producer: Jason Lohr-Johnson
Talent: Prakshi Malik, Joe Jackson and Kevin Frias
Editor: Katie Van Fleet
Filmed in Minnesota.
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Пікірлер: 84

@grenoblegirl Жыл бұрын

A good teacher, supportive friends, and an adult willing to try something new on camera!?!?! - Prakshi is a rockstar and this video is my new favorite.

@user-on1cu8gq4u Жыл бұрын

I am 37 and never ridden a bike ,this gives me hope,thank you!!

@rei Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! We invite you to take a class with us. Here's a link where you can check the availability in your area: bit.ly/3MvjL0Y If you don't see anything right now, check back, or talk to your local store. We're constantly updating our offerings.

@eyrodriguezart Жыл бұрын

I’m 33 and I’m learning how to ride a bike too!

@rei Жыл бұрын

Nice, Senia! 🙌 We hope everything is coasting along nicely, but if you'd fancy some one-on-one instruction, we've got you covered: bit.ly/3P9B07P

@Switzerlandlifestyle Жыл бұрын

I’m 30 , & today I have tried for the first time, hope I can do it

@ichamhmd3563 11 ай бұрын

aahhh cant wait, i'll learning bike tomorrow. wish me luck😢

@glitterbabi1 10 ай бұрын

No classes near me😢

@thenormalberries6767 10 ай бұрын

How’s your progress??

@bijanka Жыл бұрын

Yay, Prakshi! I learned how to ride a bike in my late 20's. I never had access to safe, bikeable outdoor spaces and someone to teach me until well into adulthood. I appreciate REI shedding stigma around adults learning these types of skills.

@rei Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! We're glad you enjoyed the video!

@rantsnwhatnot Жыл бұрын

First off, big props to Prakshi for sharing her learning process. It can be scary to be a beginner, so thanks for letting us see your first bike ride! And also the enthusiasm of everyone watching was adorable :D

@rei Жыл бұрын

Yes to all of this! 👏 We appreciate your kudos!

@emorypowell2919 Жыл бұрын

Prakshi done a beautiful job learning how to ride a bike for the first time she’s so happy. Good job Kevin.

@thedivabetic Жыл бұрын

I haven't seen that technique to teach someone how to ride, this is a great strategy!!

@rei Жыл бұрын

Getting comfortable balancing is the key!

@jordynchan5103 2 ай бұрын

This is so encouraging. I'm 31 and I never had a bike growing up except for a toy tricycle, and am going to sign up for a beginners' cycling class in April. I held off on it too long out of fear of embarrassment and that I was "too old to learn", but it was something I always wanted to do and I figured it was now or never.

@umbTraining Жыл бұрын

Congrats Prakshi. Made it look easy. We all need a Kevin in our lives.

@Lina.S83 8 ай бұрын

Great motivational video 🤩 I'm 40 and still struggling to learn how to bike. Have had several failed attempts because I can't find a proper instructor like Joe here 😢 But this video inspired and motivated me.. I even cried when she started paddling with her friends cheering her on. I hope I will succeed like her 🙏🏻

@santanusk2853 6 ай бұрын

Have you made any progress. I'm trying to learn by myself

@Lina.S83 6 ай бұрын

@santanusk2853 I'm also trying to learn by myself and still with no progress unfortunately 😓

@santanusk2853 6 ай бұрын

@@Lina.S83 was really hoping for some progress. Keep at it

@Lina.S83 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! I'm still scared of falling so I'm very stressed and all tensed while on the bike which doesn't help at all. I hope it will eventually work for both of us 🤞🏻🙏🏻

@carolbaskin1857 3 ай бұрын

I’m convinced it’s impossible for me to learn someone tried to teach me last summer and I still can’t

@bailahie4235 11 ай бұрын

The enthusiasm of "the Crazy Guy" is contagious! 😄

@vidavirginia2199 11 ай бұрын

Im in my 40ths and start learning how to ride a bike :.im like Roxi ..but i did it in the first day of practice im super excited to be able to ride with people to the park ..👏🏼thanks for the video

@santanusk2853 6 ай бұрын

Can you explain how you got to stop the cycle from tilting. I'm trying to learn by myself & all I've managed are groin pains.

@alnorman4802 Жыл бұрын

I like to format of the video, It feels like a TV home makeover show😄

@girlsdrinkfeck Жыл бұрын

the bike is one of the best inventions ever made ,its fun efficient healthy and clean, im not a hippy or eco environmentalist ,but people who rely on bikes understand the dependence on them

@rei Жыл бұрын

We agree! 🖤🤍🖤

@Scott-J 10 ай бұрын

Oh Lexington P... Lexington Park! I happen to live like 6 blocks away. I hope we can see Prakshi out on the Gateway State Trail this summer!

@WilliamPhillippe Жыл бұрын

Unbridled joy 😊

@rei Жыл бұрын

That's a great way of putting it!

@arlenesolis024 Жыл бұрын

Woooo hooo way to go girl you got this

@rei Жыл бұрын

+1 👏👏👏

@feralkat9370 2 ай бұрын

I've got a bike for over a year with the intention of learning to ride but it just sits there staring at me. Inspired by Prakshis efforts. Let's see. Lol

@yazimvalles6828 8 ай бұрын

I don’t know…how did she managed to keep the balance so fast?

@Mainstayjay 9 ай бұрын

In the past two years I have gotten back into bicycling in a big way. I just finished a tent camping bike tour but I am always riding alone which is boring at times. My partner never learned to ride but she wants to learn and I would love it if she could come with me on my tours. I am going to show her this video when she gets home from work. I'm hoping that it will really help to spark her interest in getting it all started. It was really cool to see Prakshi learn so quickly!

@RobBlazoff Жыл бұрын

There's something in my eye. 🥲

@rei Жыл бұрын

We completely understand! 🥰 It's awesome to watch a goal be achieved. 🙌

@JustinRY Жыл бұрын

I did not know this and still need to learn on my end. Great video and good job Prakshi! I'm looking forward to opportunities in my area once they're open and available.

@user-vr3db3up7i 8 ай бұрын

She did so well! I got a bike from REI four months ago and im finallly taking it out of the box to learn 😩 i hope i can do half as well as she did!

@astral7919 26 күн бұрын

If everyone has encouraging coach like Kevin we all can learn something new that too quickly

@JohnMikoBolanio Жыл бұрын

Prakshi seems so nice and a good hearted person😊🤙nice one!👏

@leandrotoledodesouza Жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Good job Prakshi!

@gamingroosy7175 Жыл бұрын

You'll made me feel comfortable! I'm learning how to ride a bike recently. And no one taught me this way. I tried to pedal with both my legs on the first day, first hour and unfortunately fell and had wounds. 😂btw, I'm 18 and rveryone said it was late. This video mskes me think i shouldn't feel bad about it

@axstr1c Жыл бұрын

My mum is 41 and I taught her how to ride. So it's never too late

@rei Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more

@user-ph3cw7nm2b 9 ай бұрын

Brilliant. Made it look so easy!

@Ryouski 7 ай бұрын

1000th like! Great video :D

@alethearobinson8132 Жыл бұрын

LOVE LOVE LOVE this video. You go girl. Welcome to the wide world of cycling. When the video started, I wondered if the trainer would take the pedals off and start with the scoot method. Bravo 👍. Thank you Prakshi for sharing with us all.🥰🚴‍♀️

@fleetfeet9 Жыл бұрын

When I learned how to ride a bike in the 80s, my dad just gave me a big ol' push and told me to pedal ha! I wish I learned using the methods in the video instead of the 'push and pedal and try not to fall' method!

@melchoraslez1689 26 күн бұрын

That was great 👍 an encouraging teacher and some patience is all it takes

@Kemalist0008 5 ай бұрын

I wish i lived in the US 😭 The roads are extremely wide and big But i live in an extremely populated area so the roads are small and everywhere is apartments I live in Istanbul there's barely any area which has suburbs lik in the us

@LucasDarkGiygas 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video

@pangGo Жыл бұрын

I love this vid! Thank you!

@rei Жыл бұрын

You're welcome and happy cycling!

@aubreylucinaking Жыл бұрын

Great video! I am middle-aged and haven’t ridden a bike since I was 12 so I am about to re-learn. We just moved to Amsterdam, the perfect place for biking. Struggling to find the right size bike for my short legs though.

@rei Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed! You'll definitely get use out of it in Amsterdam!😁

@glitterbabi1 10 ай бұрын

Great video. Wish classes were near me

@dannecircle 10 ай бұрын

I have to learn also!!

@Coolmanreetyt 9 ай бұрын

When I learned I had the seat up and they said just go for it so I learned to bring the pedal up and push hard to start rolling bring up my left foot on the pedal and hope for the best

@dhumalaneesh8026 4 ай бұрын

Supperb😊

@Bensonkioko-mk2lz Ай бұрын

Fun 🎉

@aykutgokbayrak 11 ай бұрын

Hi. I'm trying to teach my wife. We bought a second hand bike and started practices. Her bike has shock absorbers so the seat does not go below a certain level and its feet do not touch the ground. Therefore, he cannot sit and pedal in the first place. Will this prevent him from learning?

@Antenox Жыл бұрын

*[exuberant joy]*

@rainforest1360 9 ай бұрын

Great

@sophialawal7306 10 ай бұрын

Hello guys, I have a question, what type of bike is used in the video?

@mariadeleon5406 Жыл бұрын

I can't touch the ground because I'm 4.8 feet and my bike is big for my size. What would you suggest? I'm scared because I just fell over when trying to practice😢 Saludos 😊