Why Single-speed Mountain Bikes are Crazy Fun - Build & Ride
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6 жыл бұрынToday, we take my tired old hardtail mountain bike and turn it into a unique and fun shredding machine! Step one, switch out the 140mm suspension fork for a 150mm, and then take off all the gears. Yep, this video is for all of you single speeders out there. I've been to the dark side before, and I ain't going back. This bike is staying as a single speed for skatepark, street riding, trail shredding, and hiking-'cause this thing can't climb worth a sh*t!!!
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@SethsBikeHacks 6 жыл бұрын
Is it a dirt jumper? Err not exactly. A DJ would have 26” wheels, slightly different geometry, slotted dropouts, and a shorter, stiffer fork. To me, this is more versatile than a DJ-and with all the great parts!
@ericmiladin9251 6 жыл бұрын
Seth's Bike Hacks Seth ‘s Bike Hacks what is the rear cog size and front chainring size?
@ianslye922 6 жыл бұрын
Seth's Bike Hacks I agree that it is so much better than a dirt jumper
@googlehub2551 6 жыл бұрын
Seth's Bike Hacks nice bike, but i think that the fat ripper is the same as the murder machin ,
@onlyonfridays4879 6 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter what it is you're gonna jump it anyway
@mpgt 6 жыл бұрын
You Seth, just made me buy a DMR Single Speed conversion kit... Cant wait to try it on my fatbike !!!
@beatsgaming4668 4 жыл бұрын
Seth breaks handlebar that’s more expensive than my bike: “bummer”
@quinton8614 3 жыл бұрын
Beats Gaming lol
@PrototypeBMX 3 жыл бұрын
how much are they and why not just run alloy? im running moto x bars they are about 4mm thick but only because i wanted the width not the strength
@apenguin84 3 жыл бұрын
@@PrototypeBMX people use them because carbon fiber is much lighter. They’re usually at least $100, if you get one cheaper than that prepare for it to break instantly. It’s not as strong as alloy but for those who want their bike as light as possible, carbon is the way to go.
@PrototypeBMX 3 жыл бұрын
@@apenguin84 i know its lighter but its also ridiculous only bikes that need carbon should be road bikes id rather risk getting a little tired than having a bar snap and go through my heart
@apenguin84 3 жыл бұрын
@@PrototypeBMX I see your point. I’m an alloy type of guy as well but I understand that some people just want a lighter bike as long as they’re getting good quality carbon so it doesn’t snap like a twig like you said.
@cooper9917 4 жыл бұрын
You perfectly encapsulated the single speed mentality: "I don't care. It's fun."
@Big2009Gee 4 жыл бұрын
"You never need to worry about being in the right gear because you're never in the right gear"
@bananasstuff3344 4 жыл бұрын
that's the same with a BMX lol
@vibezjhyperz3477 4 жыл бұрын
Turbo Sam no they don’t
@hellosunshine1090 4 жыл бұрын
I ride a Specialized Langster Road Single Speed, normally set up 48x16. This way, your legs ARE the Deraileur...
@bananasstuff3344 3 жыл бұрын
@@Big2009Gee yes, i have watched this video maybe 10 times. why?
@grindeyyyyy 3 жыл бұрын
@@hellosunshine1090 42-18 here
@noblecowboy1425 5 жыл бұрын
The Murder Machine can legitimately murder you while going up hill.
@humbertoflores609 3 жыл бұрын
👉😎👉
@hardtailshredder 3 жыл бұрын
Thinking about the same thing
@coolgang-tx3wv 6 жыл бұрын
If you ride a single speed in the forest and no one is around to see it is it still cool?
@rollinrat4850 5 жыл бұрын
Micah Looney Only if youre having fun. Otherwise whats the point?
@newagepeople 5 жыл бұрын
Micah Looney ок
@pumpkintomb3241 5 жыл бұрын
What do you mean. Single speeds are awesome, no rattling derailers or stuff and super light, more then anything it's cooler then those bikes
@rollinrat4850 5 жыл бұрын
I dont really care if its cool. Im mature enough to not care what anyone thinks is cool. Its super minimalist and little can go wrong. Perfect for sloppy conditions. It makes you a stronger, more skilled rider. Thats what I like.
@LiquidBaphomet 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I do it all the time on my dirt jumper
@souljaboi2451 6 жыл бұрын
“You don’t have to worry about being in the right gear, because your NEVER in the right gear!” As a person who uses two primary bikes, one being a single speed, it’s SO true!
@MarchuxProductions 4 жыл бұрын
Same. That's ehat I love about my ss ex-roadie, overcoming the wrong gear is so rewarding. Also, having one gear that you use to take off and reach over 30mph is kinda badass, imo
@axelbuckets3858 4 жыл бұрын
MarchuxProductions just one of those things, like kick starting a motorcycle 😂
@rollinrat4850 4 жыл бұрын
SkillPro1226 And since youre never in ‘the right gear’, you train your muscles and learn better how to lay down power at all cadences. I ride a fixed gear cyclocross bike on mtb trails. Ive discovered muscles in my legs I never knew I had!
@gabrielmosoiu243 4 жыл бұрын
Seth: Everyone said that I should make my bike an eleven speed, so I went ahead and made a one-speed.
@magmachicken4402 3 жыл бұрын
Dude you're like in your 40's and you're killing it at the park, i thought i was too old to do any of that! That's inspiring
@gameguyr Жыл бұрын
Backhanded compliment hahaha
@tommogriff Жыл бұрын
He's only like 34 😂😂
@senorrobbie 6 жыл бұрын
I always said this three speeds to a single speed bike. 1. Sitting down 2. Standing up 3. Walking
@TimberMoto 6 жыл бұрын
Lots Of walking...
@TimberMoto 6 жыл бұрын
Yard Sale Dale Geared too high. That's the problem with using a DJ as a trail bike.
@anonyesshadow3602 6 жыл бұрын
Yard Sale Dale Incorrect. If its to low its no good for sprinting. No being "Fat" isnt anything to do with it. Try again troll.
@joseluispereznares8483 6 жыл бұрын
Senorrobbie wich are your ss gear ratios 29er
@wanderingadobo9229 5 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@The_Sampler 6 жыл бұрын
This is one of your best videos EVER! 🤘 That shot of you climbing up the last part of the mountain had me 😂😂😂
@xenonoughman518 6 жыл бұрын
The Singletrack Sampler hey sup Alex
@OmgDAM1 6 жыл бұрын
yo, i love you, Seths, and Phils content. My Birthday was yesterday and i got a Breezer Squall. Im in middle school but im really tall so i had to get a 21 inch frame.
@monstervlogster1157 6 жыл бұрын
I agree with Alex on this one.....literally makes me want to ride a single speed lol thanks for sharing dude!
@chrismorris9396 6 жыл бұрын
The Singletrack Sampler seth syncr is ahead of the trends its so slack with that 150mm fork its now a downhill hardtail
@JeffKendallWeed 6 жыл бұрын
Agreed! That had me laughing too. And the riding in the whole vid was super good too!
@tas_underworld_memereview5180 4 жыл бұрын
Me: "casually riding down a hill" Seth: "casually speeding down a mountain at literally 90 mph"
@moparmtb360 3 жыл бұрын
Seriously impressive speed and control.
@benjaminevans1171 3 жыл бұрын
That’s not literally you liar
@radiocontrolled9181 3 жыл бұрын
Now do yourself a favour and go look up the definition of the word 'literally' in a dictionary. Even an online search will do.
@ACTUALLYRICH 3 жыл бұрын
“Allow me to demonstrate” proceeds with Olympic level downhill run.
@kevinhall8949 5 жыл бұрын
At 53 years old, I ride singlespeed almost exclusively...and with a team of 20 guys who also ride and race singlespeed exclusively. Bring that Murder Machine down to Atlanta and ride with us!
@donmichigan8201 5 жыл бұрын
58 (almost 59) year old fuck here, Michigan, I have a Surly 26r 1×1 rigid SS, a One Bike 26r SS with 80mm sus fork, a Gary Fisher Rig 29r SS with 100mm sus fork, and a nashbar 29r cheapo rigid SS. Love them all over the rest of my stuff. I should Craigslist my garage and clean it out except for the above bikes,and my Lynskey road bike.
@rollinrat4850 5 жыл бұрын
57 years young here! I ride an old steel Miyata CX bike with a track hub, surly double fixed and white double frewheel and 2 chainrings. I can use 5 different gears by getting off and moving the chain and using horizontal drop outs. Its called a ‘dingle speed’. It the ultimate for long distance, one gear at a time , roads and trails. Check it out! My question is it considered a single speed since I have to stop to change my gear? I can only use one at a time.
@koczisch7631 5 жыл бұрын
i'm 13 and fat
@rollinrat4850 5 жыл бұрын
CrymTex Keep riding. Lots! You’ll get stronger! Long slow rides burn fat. Dont give up, Every time you ride go just a little farther than you thought you could. Go just a little farther up that hill. Make small goals and build upon them. Learn how to suffer (its all in your head) Pain is inevitable in life so just accept it, get on with it. NOTHING good comes easy.
@koczisch7631 5 жыл бұрын
@@rollinrat4850 i'm so motivated right now
@diamondbackbikes 6 жыл бұрын
I think we got a new bike name. Seth's Murder Machine seems acceptable right?
@pinoybiker2478 6 жыл бұрын
Diamondback Bicycles agree
@DouglasThompson 5 жыл бұрын
I like it
@zacwhyte 5 жыл бұрын
The slogan could be: "For bad ideas"
@hickmanmtb9590 5 жыл бұрын
I like it
@HarrisTheHypnotist 5 жыл бұрын
Diamondback Bicycles how many likes for a free bike hehe
@davidlynch5235 4 жыл бұрын
The whole time watching this I could think about was my first single speed when I was a kid. I still have it and it might just be a big enough frame to build. Hard getting into the hobby again during a lockdown but you're channel has been guiding me through my journey again! Thank you so much and keep posting videos there great!
@tona8055 4 жыл бұрын
Dude, I watched this video when it came out and 8 months ago I converted to singlespeed on my 29" 2018 rockhopper, 36/14 is the gear. At first it takes a while to get used to and when I have wind against me it' horrible. But all the other aspects made it worth it. Almost no maintenance (only cleaning and lubing), no noise, and the best thing ever. ULTIMATE RELIABILITY. If the chain is tigth enough, the wheels are pumped up and you have at least one brake, you can absolutely ride wherever you want to go.
@lt_henry820 3 жыл бұрын
36/14 in a 29" wheel? You must have God-like leg powers.
@thepieguylol 5 жыл бұрын
This video really shows how freakin skilled you are dude. Unreal haha
@jordanspringer1349 6 жыл бұрын
I just love when Seth pulls his old bmx tricks on his new mtb's.
@dasmorbo3508 4 жыл бұрын
Why Singelspeeds are awesome? Simplicity and challenge! I once rode up a small mountain of roughly 500m (1500ft) on a single-speed road bike geared for 30 km/h (18,6 mph). I nearly puked and had to stop twice, BUT I DIDN'T HIKE... That was one of the most challenging and and rewarding things I've done on a bike so far. On top of that, that singlespeed was a stupid fast, easy to maintain and unbelievably cheap commuting bike. And it rides like a dream!
@mtbtuber754 5 жыл бұрын
2:28 You didn’t get the tension right in-TENSION-ally. 😂😂😂😂😂
@krishnasakhi6753 3 жыл бұрын
Wow single speed perfect
@satorimystic85 5 жыл бұрын
Single Speed! The way of The Single Speed is this; We are bikes that ride it all, not the fastest or most aggresive but we will teach you flow by showing you new lines on old trails. Endurance will come from varied cadence. Suspension will be found in you, as some sort of levitation holds your core as you relax your grip on the bars and dance on the pedals, hopping and spinning to the sheet music of the trail textures.
@toddjohnson779 5 жыл бұрын
Joseph Jackson that’s some rad zen
@mikefule330 4 жыл бұрын
Lovely paragraph. :) Fixed wheel (fixed gear) even more so.
@sueappleby2790 4 жыл бұрын
can i have a hit on that??
@rollinrat4850 4 жыл бұрын
Joseph Jackson You nailed it! I dig the aspect of surpassing my limits and going harder, higher, faster and for longer than I ever thought possible.
@rollinrat4850 4 жыл бұрын
Mikefule Have you tried it offroad? Thats more fun than should be legal! Im always looking for people in our tiny weird little club. My friends all think Im nuts. Nobody will even try my nerdy fixed wheel ‘cross bike! Ive done it for 10 years and only found one other person to ride fixed offroad with. The ride pacing is better with riders on similar bikes. Theres lots of big mountains around my parts and most people just cant suffering a little!
@bkxc 6 жыл бұрын
I was surprised how empty the skate park was... Then it got overrun!
@SethsBikeHacks 6 жыл бұрын
Scooter kids
@yngugly4188 6 жыл бұрын
Those annoying scooter kids always ruining the fun ;)
@axxxxman 6 жыл бұрын
they woke up from their nap
@reesewilliamson3346 6 жыл бұрын
As someone who rides scooters on a pro level, and mtb's for fun id like to apologise for those kids
@swiftyt2963 6 жыл бұрын
lol
@driftattack11 5 жыл бұрын
Today I learned that Seth is pretty killer in the bike park. No wonder he has confidence on the trails
@overspray5281 4 жыл бұрын
4:46 when she says she's home alone
@andrewnoel9978 4 жыл бұрын
Facts
@mikeyb7033 4 жыл бұрын
how many cameras does he have set up?!
@rammtb5899 4 жыл бұрын
Michael Brubaker after each shot he stops and replaces the camera
@Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_ 3 жыл бұрын
... When you are simp who is afraid of her daddy.
@oliverhayesthecreator4988 3 жыл бұрын
Why is that so funny to me lmao
@wcovey25 6 жыл бұрын
I actually like this more than the orginal bike
@adamvavrecka8865 6 жыл бұрын
well u are supposed to
@Erv_K 6 жыл бұрын
It's a jump bike now. :)
@FirstTracks_ 6 жыл бұрын
That’s funny that you did the single speed conversion, today I did one of my own on an old Gt Zasker, I even used the same conversion kit lol
@justinhu9588 6 жыл бұрын
shutchyo ugly ass up lmao
@MoonerMadness 6 жыл бұрын
Luke Barbera I have a GT Avalanche that I want to do this to. Do you have any build links?
@Stickinit 6 жыл бұрын
"It makes you feel like a kid again." That's why. Good job. Nice build.
@Iheartdgd 5 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite bike in your collection for sure. And you’re right, minus the chain tensioner/mech, it sure does look clean!
@kajlaspl495 3 жыл бұрын
what bike is it?
@Nullllus 4 жыл бұрын
Got a rigid SS 29er. Absolutely love it.
@alexevans1655 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid dude! Glad to see a return of the sync'r pro
@louimcgee6146 6 жыл бұрын
Alex Evans agreed
@chanceswankremensky6226 5 жыл бұрын
Alex Evans GA USA new job and I will be a bit of a good time and the other day and
@TrailFeatures 6 жыл бұрын
What was the cheat code for the speed boost? 🚴💨
@kylesnedeker4903 6 жыл бұрын
Trail Features - Down, Right, Up, Left, Y, B 😉
@kylesnedeker4903 6 жыл бұрын
Down, Right, Up, Left, Y, B 😉
@placesaroundus 6 жыл бұрын
B > B > < X A v
@ColeT_43 6 жыл бұрын
@oasisd347 5 жыл бұрын
Formula of the pie then divide it in 48 and then multiply by two then divide again in 2 then add 0.5 x 100 and graph it
@mln7125 4 жыл бұрын
I just love this video. After 5 years off of MTB because of this video tomorow I m gonna buy one so I can enjoy riding mountain bikes again! Thanks Seth love this channel!
@dogforlife9885 5 жыл бұрын
It’s for when I’m trying bad ideas, we will be seeing a lot more of it! That bit made me crack up so much! Keep up the good work Seth!
@icecreamtrucker6400 6 жыл бұрын
Watch at 11x speed for maximum climbing enjoyment :D
@EverythingMTB 6 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@GregBarling 6 жыл бұрын
Damn dude, you were shredding harder than usual! keep it up
@GregBarling 6 жыл бұрын
True
@nanettebarling1222 6 жыл бұрын
Greg Barling Hi!
@DEVUNK88 5 жыл бұрын
your dramatic re-enactment of climbing on a single speed was quite well done
@soiboisteve515 Жыл бұрын
Just got my STP 26 SS and I love it! Baby stepping my way through trials tutorials and having a blast.
@dmtb1857 6 жыл бұрын
Seth absolutley smeashed that trail
@johnelledge6685 5 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@kenshi_cv2407 4 жыл бұрын
Seth can shred
@sueappleby2790 4 жыл бұрын
think you playback speed was off
@Mr.Deko86 3 жыл бұрын
You threw that bike around like a true champ. Nice work on the conversion. I'm surprised more of us haven't done this.
@dizturbednomad6253 5 жыл бұрын
Badass video! I’m actually in the process of doing this on my Specialized fuse expert. I wanted something along the lines of a dirt jumper but with a twist. Glad I came across this video now I can’t wait to finish it!
@TheLoamRanger 6 жыл бұрын
You were shredding that thing! That looks like a crazy fun bike.
@JogieGlenMait 6 жыл бұрын
yup, the old seth bike hacks i used to love is back
@skullkrusher4418 5 жыл бұрын
What you say about the feel of a bike is absolutely true Seth. I don't often ride a single speed, but when I do, even just the lack of a chain and derailer buzzing about while I'm riding is quite settling. Single speeds feel so solid for that reason.
@neilrollinson329 5 жыл бұрын
I used to ride single speed exclusively started riding mtb on a single speed now I have 11 speed don’t have the fitness any more hopefully I will build another single speeder in the future though as a second bike your videos always inspire me to get out and ride keep doing what you do best get out have fun and make great content
@peytoncox8146 6 жыл бұрын
Hey mate! Even worse idea, turn that single speed into a *fixed gear.*
@jerzh9366 6 жыл бұрын
Peyton Cox then it would really be "murder machine" :D
@ad-xf8bb 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, good luck on the downhill.
@benokeeffe6035 6 жыл бұрын
Ha 😁 nice one
@mattphillips119 6 жыл бұрын
Hands down one of your best videos ever, makes me want to start tearing down my old hardtail right now!
@olegpetelevitch4443 5 жыл бұрын
Im 50 to old for hills got an E bike does 65 clicks love it ! Havent ridden for 25yrs ! Now I cream them no sweat !
@cloroxmaster0084 5 жыл бұрын
cream
@22brotherpants 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! You sure have improved your riding over the last few years! Good on you, mate!!
@CobraKyle 6 жыл бұрын
I voted to keep the 11 speed, but you've opened my eyes. This thing looks great. Just glad you didn't go fixed.
@durrantmiller8810 6 жыл бұрын
Cobra Kyle I don’t think you can go fixed on a mtb unless you are trying to commit suicide
@brianmel92 6 жыл бұрын
well... why not to try ? I'll be fun
@CobraKyle 6 жыл бұрын
Brian Mel This man likes to live dangerously!
@NJ-wb1cz 6 жыл бұрын
Brian Mel, tie your cassette to your spokes and you'll understand why.
@SethsBikeHacks 6 жыл бұрын
Lol if I ever do a fixed video it won't be on a mountain bike
@woozertoo 6 жыл бұрын
A lighter bike also means that it's that much easier to throw it up hills you can't pedal through yet.
@SethsBikeHacks 6 жыл бұрын
it's very important to be able to throw a single speed up hills
@nogears21 5 жыл бұрын
totally AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I switched to single speed almost 20 years ago, its a more pure ride, more real... yes i still have geared bikes and i still ride them, but noting beats the simplicity of a single speed...
@XavieRibeiro25 5 жыл бұрын
Man, this is my new favourite channel! You're quite an amazing rider as well. I definitely need to buy a new bike and start riding again.
@sammelyanets8781 6 жыл бұрын
Sort of a throwback to the bmx days... oh yeah!
@l00tur 6 жыл бұрын
exactly this
@arvizz6348 6 жыл бұрын
I did think that was never to happen! You ride a hardtail again! ON THE STREET! And i dont think you can call it a mtb, it looks like a dirt jumper! And i got so much more respect to you!
@Anthony_Goes_Outside Жыл бұрын
I'm from Asheville and haven't lived there in probably 13-15 years. I love watching your videos for a quick visit home. 🤙🏻
@davidblair8272 4 жыл бұрын
Simplicity at its finest my friend now that’s what I call fun
@B1KER 6 жыл бұрын
Well that makes sense why I didn’t see a chain tensioner on IG. Fun vid! I’ve been wanting to build a SS mtb for a few years.
@BIKINGWITHBOBO 6 жыл бұрын
all hail the Murder Machine!!!! this episode was awesome dude!
@SethsBikeHacks 6 жыл бұрын
+Biking With Bobo Thanks dude!
@TV-ts3zq 6 жыл бұрын
Aaayyy!! Biking with bobo! Love your stuff hilarrrrious
@BIKINGWITHBOBO 6 жыл бұрын
word, thank you!
@collegedudeYT 6 жыл бұрын
All hail this comment! It suits this episode...so well!
@dcorica79 5 жыл бұрын
Cool build... Makes me want to convert my gary fisher opie to single speed... (Been riding it as one on glacier ridge for the last few runs) Great channel. Very entertaining.
@jsnsanchez 5 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more. Focus on fun and less tech can bring you many smiles. Besides, isn’t that the reason we got into this? Been watching your vids since early on and I gotta say you’re ripping. 🤙🏽 You MUST be having fun😁!! Keep that up, it works. Happy trails.
@1986Honda4trax 6 жыл бұрын
I know this is an old video but that bike looks clean
@AlexNourse52 6 жыл бұрын
Wow that clip of you riding down that trail stunned me by how fast you are, I don't think the follow cam made it seem fast, but this did.
@durrantmiller8810 6 жыл бұрын
Alex Nourse ikr he was bombing it
@AlexNourse52 6 жыл бұрын
Nah dude he was in his natural habitat, As a missile
@toro5280 2 жыл бұрын
I assembled a single speed 28" bike to have something simple that I don't have a problem locking at the train station or supermarket. I was surprised how fun it is to ride it and it also definitely helped me with leg strength and endurance.
@ginog_media434 4 жыл бұрын
I don’t use a change tensioner or different sprockets I just put a single speed chain on gear 7 at the back and the middle ring on the front
@lastburrito7926 6 жыл бұрын
I ride single speed about 6 months now,beacause i was tired of broken deraileurs,and damn my feet became so strong
@elliotthenderson9440 6 жыл бұрын
rapbassboost I’m exactly the same, I have a conversion kit and tensioner arriving tomorrow, have spent way to much money buying hangars mechs and wearing out drivetrain
@dubv6902 6 жыл бұрын
Exactly, I’ve busted waaaaaaaaay too many rear mechs. I’m over it. I’m switching back to good ole SINGLE SPEED
@monke8797 6 жыл бұрын
To me riding single speed feels more fun and purer in a way. You don't have to think about the right gear for the incline, you have next to no maintenance to worry about, and everything just feels more relaxed about it. You just get on your bike and you go with no care in the world, and to me that feels better than having my thighs all comfy on a steep uphill or going for high top speeds...or easy starts...or the ability to pedal on a downhill. It's objectively worse, but subjectively there's nothing like it.
@agustinechevarria8048 5 жыл бұрын
advantages of a singlespeed: 1)no chain slap 2)no shifter bothering your hands 3)no derallieur to break 4)stiffer and stronger rear wheel with wider flanges 5)no cable and shifter to bother you while doing tricks 6)weight savings, less chain, derralieur, cable, shifter, and cassette!
@theshankman8682 5 жыл бұрын
and this is exactly why most of the lady bikes are single speed. you dont really need gears to drive around city and these bikes can get really fast thanks to their lightness and big wheels
@rollinrat4850 5 жыл бұрын
Now try fixed offroad. Its even more fun and more of a workout. Its a great way to just concentrate on riding, forget everything else, just DONT STOP PEDALING!
@JoeDaMoeDoe 5 жыл бұрын
@@rollinrat4850 dude i recently put together a fixed hardtail and i tell you its the most fun ive had clean cockpit, clipped in, you become one with the bike........only downside is bombing down a hill with noodle legs
@rollinrat4850 5 жыл бұрын
Joe da moe doe Mines an old steel Miyata ‘cross bike. Youre using brakes right? Gotta have those for the trails I ride!
@AllroundStar7 3 жыл бұрын
4:12 i ride singlespeed and i can ride with no chain at many dirt jump spots ;) singlespeed ist the best when you crash hard, you are not worry about your Gear shift is okay.
@Iggsyman 4 жыл бұрын
You look to be quite a good rider in your videos. Definitely makes me inspired to get back out and ride my bicycle & to continue to learn new abilities on it.
@BiggestLittleArcadeReno 6 жыл бұрын
My absolute favorite video of yours. I am a 45 year old who grew up a BMX kid. I own roughly 20 bikes, and not one of them have gears. In fact, only one has suspension, on the front only. My Norco RYDE 26". NOBODY on KZfaq has the respect for ALL bikes like you do. I am a forever fan of your videos. Keep pedaling, and filming.........
@SethsBikeHacks 6 жыл бұрын
+Biggest Little Arcade thanks dude! With all your bikes I see the potential for a pretty sweet KZfaq channel or Instagram following
@rarararararara9673 5 жыл бұрын
I'm 45 years old as well and I completely related to your comment. It didn't occur to me how much I missed the feeling of riding a BMX until I bought an undersized Mixte bike, and from the first couple of pedals I felt a similar kind of magic. Now after seeing this video, I am going to convert an unfinished GT Aggressor 2.0 to a fixed speed mountain bike.
@bbdetailing9123 5 жыл бұрын
@@rarararararara9673 and here I am, 44, about to unbox some old Mongoose and Robinson BMX bikes to ride in the mornings. Been in storage too long!
@rarararararara9673 5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! I hope the experience is exhilarating!
@angelr6524 5 жыл бұрын
I have a 2014 norco ryde 26" and a 2017 fitbikeco mac1 bmx
@billcatt1485 6 жыл бұрын
You have got sooooo much more better through out your KZfaq career I love it 😀
@tixomoments4046 4 жыл бұрын
For about 5 months I stayed with my aunt in Ashville and I used to ride at food lion skatepark, it gives me nostalgia watching you ride the park even if it was only 6 months ago Edit: it's also very cool to see you ride on the same park that I rode on
@PerryCaulkins 2 жыл бұрын
I have an old k2 29inch “mountain bike” hardtail that I changed to a fixie. Totally changed the bike. Now it’s my go to when riding around town Edit: totally true about the feel of the bike. A fixie *feels* so pure you just pedal and ride, not worrying about the chain and gears. Feels like I can put my legs to the ground better too
@CarlosHernandez.RentaHouse 6 жыл бұрын
One of the best things about these videos are the narration
@normiedapie2465 6 жыл бұрын
so true
@ollydickinson2196 6 жыл бұрын
This has got to be the BEST video you have ever made! I need to try a single speed!
@jeremiahcole2542 6 жыл бұрын
They are so much fun
@sihtosoveltaa6936 6 жыл бұрын
Yes you should, they are REALLY fun on street to do drops, wheelies and bunny hops!
@gulfcitynd 6 жыл бұрын
I have one its unkillable
@MotoAtheist 6 жыл бұрын
Ummm... you can save a lot of hassle and just shift in to the front and rear gears you want to use and just not shift anymore. Go figure... instant single speed.
@brandoncurington6715 4 жыл бұрын
I can’t imagine how tiring it is getting each and every shot because he’d have to stop, set the camera up, go back, hit the spot, go back, grab the camera and then carry on
@iwafflecheeseitcrazypickle3439 4 жыл бұрын
He has several cameras
@bananasstuff3344 3 жыл бұрын
@@iwafflecheeseitcrazypickle3439 and? he still has to hike around and set it up lots...
@CoffeeMonster12 3 жыл бұрын
@@bananasstuff3344 he isnt alone there messing with the cameras
@johnkim1043 3 жыл бұрын
a lot of joy in your riding here! awesome stuff.
@Charliened1 6 жыл бұрын
"That confirmed that this was in fact a terrible idea- So I proceeded"-Seth bike hacks 2017
@willbros1499 6 жыл бұрын
Man, your videos are just outstanding. Your editing, content, narration...it's the gold standard. The end.
@tona8055 4 жыл бұрын
I only ride in the street, commuting to every place I go by bike. She recently got a new crankset and when I was going back home the chain snapped. I wasn't giving it hell, but it was a year and a half old, so yeah. Since I didn't replace anything except the crankset up to that point I decided to follow your instructions, and I'm still waiting for the kit to arrive. Oh, and I was basically riding singlespeed already, because my gear cable also snapped and just shortened it and stuck it in place in one gear, so shedding all the weight from the cassette, putting a more resilient chain and repurposing my derraileur to a chain tensioner might be the best thing I could do, so thanks Seth!
@raytrujillo1211 Жыл бұрын
Love the videos. Haven't had one in quite a while. Last time I built a bike was a 26 mountain bike with a single speed beach cruiser rear wheel. Didn't matter that it didn't work 100%, but I built it, and had the only one. 🤘 Everything you've done and used as far as parts go, have all been fancy to me. Recently started looking into getting a new one, but wasn't expecting the prices for what I want. Looking into older bikes, and the whole vintage this or that, no low-ball, I know what I've got... Been frustrating. Keep making great videos, never too old to learn something.
@FelipediOliveira 6 жыл бұрын
05:31 That's what I'm talking about!!!!! Seth's got a huge pop. Wtf!
@marcoepifani2475 6 жыл бұрын
seth is a beast at hopping in general
@FelipediOliveira 6 жыл бұрын
Marco Epifani Yeah, he makes hopping seem so easy, like nothing. It brought me up the Trek 4900 era.
@marcoepifani2475 6 жыл бұрын
yeah,I also like the fact that he had a trek 4900 as his main bike,and now he has a 150mm pike and a carbon wheel set just laying around
@dj_lime1442 6 жыл бұрын
I go on my bike everyday to my local park and I spend 2 hour a there and sometimes I go on a trail ride with my sister and we give people bikes to borrow and teach people. I have made a jump in my yard to get better at jumping. I love Seth's vid keep it up plz like
@Planet9_music 4 жыл бұрын
This is literally the perfect solution for taller guys wanting a dirt jump/ street bike! No wonder chain reaction gave me such an odd response when I asked about buying a nukeproof scout and running it single speed! Thanks for clearing this up man
@josiahhorning2813 2 жыл бұрын
I watched this video the minute it came out four years ago, had to come back! I now have recently built my own single speed as well it’s so fun
@prodjpc34 6 жыл бұрын
I did the same on my old MTB and I totally agree with you
@TheUselessTrials 6 жыл бұрын
There's bikes that have more than one gear?
@MarcABrown-tt1fp 6 жыл бұрын
TheUselessTrials Yep, mine has 10 gears for a total of 21 "speed's". 7 gears on the rear drive wheel, and 3 on the petal drive.
@TheUselessTrials 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@M_773 6 жыл бұрын
Are you a BMXer who doesn't really know about other bikes or are you joking? No hate just asking
@TheUselessTrials 6 жыл бұрын
HONDA RULES I was just joking. "Trials" is in my channel name, so... ;)
@M_773 6 жыл бұрын
TheUselessTrials haha
@peterknight7880 5 жыл бұрын
+1 single speed lover. People ride SS bikes for the same reason people ride steel bikes. It's a feel thing. Reminds you of when you were 10 years old and bikes we're simple. Great video!
@staringinward 4 жыл бұрын
Dude, seeing you do that wallride and abubaca was awesome! NICE!
@marcoepifani2475 6 жыл бұрын
this is why I love this channel
@marcoepifani2475 6 жыл бұрын
oh,and we need more crazy bike builds like this
@dogsnmotorcycles 6 жыл бұрын
One of my riding friends runs a single speed and loves it. He does fine, except for long steep hills, but I jump off and walk too. Not for me, I like having different gears.
@betterthannotgoodmtb 5 жыл бұрын
Great vid! I recently did a DIY SS conversion on my Tokul 1 and it is brilliant! Single speed is life! Cheers!
@YourFavoriteCyclist 5 жыл бұрын
Love the singlespeed! Converted my hardtail from a 3x10 to a ss earlier this year and I'm loving the simplicity!
@derhazenascher 2 жыл бұрын
With or without a chain tensioner? And how did it end up?
@bumyable7123 6 жыл бұрын
The only KZfaq channel which I turn post notification on
@ColdFriesss 6 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this video for a while thank you Seth .keep up the amazing work
@standardannonymousguy 5 жыл бұрын
That's great that the gear ratio just perfectly fit. Rad 360s!
@ms.karihart2983 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the idea of a single speed I jus purchased marlin 8 gen 2 and wasn’t sure what I was going to do with my marlin 5 Awesome content
@IOU91 6 жыл бұрын
Man, you really "murdered" it with that bike!
@kylesnedeker4903 6 жыл бұрын
Love the murder machine! I also love seeing more skateboard park riding on the channel- keep up the great work Seth!
@learnonedooneteachone3822 2 жыл бұрын
You have become one hell of a rider. Props.
@yamahschector Жыл бұрын
That was fun. I just picked up a hardtail and can not wait to see how much fun I have again
Go Gizmo!
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