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@Reawer
@Reawer 10 сағат бұрын
Adam U'r vids keep getting better!
@tekhouseman
@tekhouseman 20 сағат бұрын
help ! my begode a2 cutouts when turning on the front light
@ChrisH0Y
@ChrisH0Y 2 күн бұрын
I have a Master Pro V3 - 127 lbs. 5000w motor, 4,800wh battery. 3,000 miles so far in the last 6 months. I do drills every morning in my driveway. Left circle, Left small Circle, Right Circle, Right Small Circle. Figure 8. Do it all 5 times. Then do it all backwards. Then I do walking speed forward, then shift and ride backward without getting off the wheel, then shift forward again without getting off. Do it 5 times. Then narrow the distance until you do a slow pendulum - this is hard to do on a big heavy wheel, but can be done with enough practice. Then I do quick accelerations and stops, then I do sits. Stand up, Sit down while in motion. By doing these daily drills, I have overcome any issues with big wheel riding, and gain all the advantages (range, big battery cut-out buffer, enjoy all speed boosts and accelerations without worry, and hill climbs through the entire ride.) It's definitely worth it.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Күн бұрын
All those miles on the Master Pro have really made you well adapted to all the quirks of a big heavy wheel. That’s all one really needs is just more riding time and lots of patience. Have safe rides!
@Vesataeuc
@Vesataeuc 2 күн бұрын
So well said!
@lap87
@lap87 2 күн бұрын
i personally went Floatwheel OG > V5F > Sherman OG... haven't swapped since, i feel the sherman fits all situations for me
@senseivegan
@senseivegan 3 күн бұрын
Top notch information Adam. I experienced some of the same issues on my EX20S. Stay safe out there. Thanks for sharing!
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 3 күн бұрын
@@senseivegan Thanks, Sensei. The EX20S is quite a heavy wheel indeed. With the smaller size wheel, you have better torque and maneuverability. I have never ridden one but would like to try it out someday. Hope to see you at the NYC Summer Streets!
@senseivegan
@senseivegan 3 күн бұрын
@@AdamU1016 I will be at NYC Summer Streets this Saturday. Hopefully we can meet up.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 3 күн бұрын
@@senseivegan That’s awesome. We will be meeting up at City Hall Park at 10:30 am this coming Saturday. Hope to see you then.
@senseivegan
@senseivegan 3 күн бұрын
@@AdamU1016 I'll message you my cell number and we can plan a meetup spot.
@OnAirPromo
@OnAirPromo 3 күн бұрын
Great video - explains it all. Love the discussion of the quad muscles.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 3 күн бұрын
@@OnAirPromo Thanks, Bro. I actually wanted to go into more detail about the quads but felt some might get turned off so I just kept it short.
@OnAirPromo
@OnAirPromo 3 күн бұрын
@@AdamU1016 Well anytime you want to discuss it in your videos I'm all eyeballs. That stuff is fascinating.
@Dogo.R
@Dogo.R 4 күн бұрын
you need to normalize for the angle between the ground and a line going from the contact patch to the outer edge of your foot on the pedal. if you don't normalize this between large and small wheels you have no idea how much the size is affecting things. In fact it's actually that this angle is almost always larger that is making them hard to turn. In a sort of way you have less leverage. It's the same thing that makes pedals lower to the ground feel like they allow you to maneuver better. Also technically other leaning strategies exist which kind of complicates measuring things because it depends on how you doing things. There are ways to learn to shift your weight that cause less discomfort and allow a larger lean.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 3 күн бұрын
@@Dogo.R My previous pads before the Teprides pads were much wider so they never really allowed me to lean at a strong angle. When I would stop, my balancing leg was basically free and not locked in by the pads. When it came time to mount again, I ended up trying to reposition both legs for an adequate lean. This process took too long and did not give me enough momentum to move forward and balance because gravity from the steep hill angle basically kept the wheel at an almost standstill with 2 opposing forces cancelling each other out. Trying to balance on a wheel at standstill was indeed quite difficult. When I tried Isaac’s technique of a locked in leg already engaged on the pedal, all I had to do was kick off strongly while the other locked in leg was already engaged in a lean. Once the kicking leg became planted and locked in on the other side, I was already at a great enough speed to move forward.
@segundacuenta726
@segundacuenta726 4 күн бұрын
Have you ever thought of trying to carry a small EUC in a backpack, while riding a big wheel? I don't know how carrying 28-40lbs in a backpack would affect riding the EUC. Purpose would be to park-store the big wheel in the destination and move around with the small wheel. I think that would be for those who want to avoid using a car? Otherwise most would have a small EUC in their car "at all times" or something like that. A big heavy wheel in a car might not fit or be as convenient. Yet I guess some do carry more than one wheel in their cars. I say: lucky them, compared to those who don't have a car or an EUC.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 3 күн бұрын
I had an MTen3 before that I would leave in the car if it wasn’t too hot outside. If there was a gap in my work, I would ride it around my building or even around the block just to get some fresh air.
@grb1969
@grb1969 4 күн бұрын
Have you tried that big wheel on the Canal Towpath recently? Does it make you want to ride the entire length?
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 3 күн бұрын
@@grb1969 If you are referring to the Delaware and Raritan Canal towpath, I have not tried on the V13 yet. I have ridden my KS18L and Nikola on that path in group rides and they were a joy to ride.
@MichaelHollandOne
@MichaelHollandOne 5 күн бұрын
Great review. I really want to get into the EUC world. I am looking hard at the A2 (I guess the A2+ is the one with the 50S batteries). I want something as a beginner that I can ride for at least a couple/few years, thinking 20 mph is plenty for me. What do you think about the Mten5? That is the other wheel I am looking at. They are both very similar it seems to me. Any input would be greatly appreciated from you or anyone else reading this. I was also thinking of starting with the Inmotion E20 but am scared that it would be a waste of money, starting with that and having to buy something else within weeks. I also like the Falcon but the cost versus it being my first wheel, I don't know. Thank you and safe riding. (I'm 52 by the way 🙂)
@okamic1750
@okamic1750 13 күн бұрын
Great teaching and watching your friend not give up and finally get it was very satisfying. I’m like 7 days into learning ands I still can’t stay on. Not giving up tho!!! Great video!
@segundacuenta726
@segundacuenta726 15 күн бұрын
Hi Adam, I've been watching many of your educational videos on how to fall and safety. Your contribution is appreciated. I want to ask your experience regarding tire size and suspension as for a more stable and comfortable (and safer) ride. It is my impression that bigger heavier wheels are more stable in general? For slow speeds (like 20mph or less even), and in uneven and rough terrains (such as your fall on those cobble stones) would you say the big heavy wheels (those that are 20inches and 100lbs or more such as the V13, ET Max, GT Pro, S22 pro etc.) provide a more stable ride and eat bumps and imperfections and potholes much better than any other wheels? I am not talking about tricks, jumps, and fast riding. I am thinking not only of general riding but going through a field for example, riding on grass, roads with stones, etc. Also those big wheels seem like the best candidates for seated riding. Wish you well.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 15 күн бұрын
@@segundacuenta726 Thanks for the kind words. The big wheels are more stable for long rides. Seated riding is amazing on my V13. You will also absorb well the imperfections of the road such as bumps and gravel. When I am going slower that is when the V13 really is at a disadvantage. At slow speed maneuvering is not as nimble. Starting from zero speed on a hill is also cumbersome. The end torque is less on the bigger wheels so climbing uphill or when going slowly on grass can be a struggle. Wobbles can also be scary with the bigger wheels but I have adapted my riding style now to prevent wobbles. You will use more thigh and core muscles versus riding the smaller wheels such as when I had my Nikola. Do I love my V13? Absolutely. I just need to get better pads than what I currently have and I am sure hills will be much more manageable. Riding style has to be adapted too to really appreciate a big wheel. My next video will actually be about challenges of a big wheel. As soon as I can get some free time I will be working on this next project.
@segundacuenta726
@segundacuenta726 15 күн бұрын
@@AdamU1016 Nice, looking forward to your video on big wheels. There are so many new models coming up it's crazy! Also it would be awesome if you eventually make a video on the 3 "main" sizes: Small (portable, even for backpacks) such as the mten4, mten5, Medium (such as the Falcon or Extreme) and Big (for speed, long ranges, or ultimate comfort). Apart from that I'd be very much interested in what wheels are comfortable walking with (using the trolley handle or some other invention). I mean for walking for miles with the wheel. That is because some of us like talking a walk, and the wheel would allow one to get to a place where one would take a walk, but can't leave the wheel there. For small wheels it is possible to fit in a backpack but that has its limitations (weight and how fit and willing one is to walk carrying weight). So for the bigger wheels the only option is walking together with the wheel, but I have not seen this covered anywhere. Specially since those who use PEVs walk even less or stop walking altogether lol... It would be nice if you covered the necessity for walking as a functional and healthy part of life. Cheers
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 14 күн бұрын
@@segundacuenta726 That’s a pretty good topic to discuss. I will take that into consideration.
@segundacuenta726
@segundacuenta726 16 күн бұрын
What are your thoughts on jogging (10km p ) and running (20km ph)? Never saw anyone run wearing a helmet. Also millions of people ride bikes with no protection or just a bike helmet. I think that training how to jump from the wheel and how to fall are important. For speeds lower than 20km ph many people dont wear any protection or just 1 piece (either helmet or gloves-wrist guards for example). It is not unreasonable to me. It is up to the individual. While it is true that riding anything is riskier than walking and running, to be protected from all possible things would be too much (for example eye visor for unexpected branches, which can take poke your eyes), hips, back, ribs, etc. By that I mean just the regular helmet, gloves, knee and elbow pads dont cover everything and it can be a teaching moment when you fall at slow speeds and hit a spot not covered by the gear... So, in my opinion, higher speeds are definitely more dangerous, also those involve exposure to cars. Even with gear, an accident going 60km ph or 80km ph, can get you broken stuff. To me, higher speeds make as much as gear as possible mandatory. Slow speeds not. Being aware and not filming oneself and goofing around make a difference... Part of the advantage of the wheel is having both hands free, which is negated when carrying a stick (add to that talking and checking the speed which take concentration OFF the road). Please know I appreciate your videos and input, you are a nice refreshing contribution to the EUC world. Cheers
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 14 күн бұрын
@@segundacuenta726 I think at least from my experience that the number one cause of an accident when riding is distraction. So many people get easily distracted. I am guilty of that myself too. I had cracked my rib when I fell on the side after a pedal clip when I was riding my KS18L 5 years ago. I was preoccupied while riding slowly and did not notice the bridge I was crossing had side supports that protruded on the path. That fall hit my ribs hard. I actually had a few milliseconds to think to not put my hand out to prevent a possible wrist fracture. I thought that by just falling on the side I could avoid any injuries. Unfortunately, my ribs felt the brunt of the impact. Since then in 2019, I studied some basic Parkour moves should similar falls occur. It wasn’t too far from what I knew from my youth since I am a black belt in TaeKwon Do and also was taught judo techniques. The safety fall just needed to be modified for landing on concrete. We can get hurt no matter what our speed is. When I ride slowly I sometimes don’t wear a helmet but always wear wrist guards. For faster rides, full gear all the way. Other key things to consider are situational awareness. It is also just as important to learn to fall properly as well as mastering the EUC.
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 18 күн бұрын
Do you live in NY?
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 17 күн бұрын
@@EUC_Senior I live in Central Jersey.
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 17 күн бұрын
Ok. Wasn’t sure if you lived in NY because it would be good to hook up with you. Hope to find you at the next ride in the city! Mark
@UpcomingJedi
@UpcomingJedi 18 күн бұрын
Aram needed to stop looking where he wants to fall.
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 18 күн бұрын
Oh NY! I’m in Brentwood NY. About 45 minutes from Manhattan. Looks like a good ride!
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 18 күн бұрын
I do this EUC NYC Summer Streets yearly event. We have one on August 17th Saturday this year at 10:30 am. Meetup at City Hall Park by the huge fountain. It’s a mellow chill ride so all levels are welcome. Come join us.
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 18 күн бұрын
I will definitely think about it!
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 20 күн бұрын
Where do I get the mirror with the arm that you finally settled on using at the end of your video from?
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 20 күн бұрын
@@EUC_Senior The link is in the description but I will post it here. amzn.to/3LJui7y Have safe rides!
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 20 күн бұрын
Thank you! I wish you safe rides too!
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 21 күн бұрын
Thank you for this video! ❤
@EUC_Senior
@EUC_Senior 21 күн бұрын
I am a new rider. Only around 200 miles. I notice the only time that the wheel will start to wobble is when my legs start to get tired. I normally ride in 10 to 15 minute intervals while I am on my breaks at work and ride around the industrial park. I just started to take whey protein in order to help my muscles to grow because in the beginning my legs BURN. But now that I take whey protein after my rides my legs no longer burn but do get tired after 10-15 minutes of riding.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 21 күн бұрын
@@EUC_Senior It’s not uncommon to get wobbles when you first start out. Especially with the wheels being so much bigger and faster now. Fatigue definitely can precipitate a wobble. I get that too when my legs are sore. Seated riding will quell those wobbles. I never had a wobble with seated riding. Basically the more you ride the stronger and durable your legs will be. You will also learn so many tricks such as carving that can help prevent wobbles. Carving can be mini and doesn’t have to be wide. Deep squatting to slow down as well as accelerating can also get rid of wobbles. Just do more riding. You will get the hang of it.
@archmagus1510
@archmagus1510 23 күн бұрын
as a first time learner with 230 pounds i will probably turn off the 1 and 2 alarm...what pwm should i tturn on with my weight...80 or should i go with 70...?i was lean to t4 but my country passet a new law that i need crash insurance after PEVs with 25kmh and 25kg...i think the a2 is the only unicycle below the mten series that i can buy with the bigger wheel....which would transition me into biggers wheels then...
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 23 күн бұрын
@@archmagus1510 I love my A2. I weigh 200 lbs and it can move me around with ease. I don’t go more than 32 kmh (20 mph) just to be on the safe side. You can set the PWM to 80% and you will be fine. Between the A2 and T4 you will have more buffer with the T4 before reaching cutout. The T4 has a bigger battery and stronger motor so it will move you around better as well as less chance of cutout if you decide to be aggressive in riding. Can the A2 handle you with your 230 lb weight? Of course it can. However, in terms of safety, you will have more buffer capacity with the T4 as stated earlier. You mentioned about the 25 kmh and greater than 25 kg weight as a limitation before needing insurance so with that criteria the A2 will fit the bill. With regards to the speed limitation by your country, the greater speed capability of the T4 just means it will be safer and your country doesn’t have to know that it can easily go over 30 mph. However, the T4 is heavier at 32 kg so you won’t be able to hide that spec. The main caveat with the A2 is just to stay under 20 mph and don’t be too aggressive in your riding. The A2 is very portable and can easily fit in a regular gym locker too. So if you want a wheel for mellow rides, then the A2 is perfect. I have the InMotion V13 when I really want to ride aggressively. If you want something you can be aggressive with and not spend too much, then the T4 would be for you.
@archmagus1510
@archmagus1510 23 күн бұрын
@@AdamU1016 yeah that gym locker,locker at work and waterproofing is a big deal to me...thanks for the great reply...
@cheezeballcity
@cheezeballcity 23 күн бұрын
Great Video, Sir! I love the way explained the wobble theory and intervention to attack the root cause! Thanks!
@christinaguindon3050
@christinaguindon3050 29 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing ❤
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 29 күн бұрын
@@christinaguindon3050 - The POC helmet is super comfortable in both summer and winter. The main reason I use it is to not be so intimidating when I do my mellow rides. Definitely not as protective in a faceplant versus a real full face helmet but certainly better than no helmet at all. Have safe rides!
@crispinonly5247
@crispinonly5247 Ай бұрын
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@nuruddinzabidi6972
@nuruddinzabidi6972 Ай бұрын
My begode a2 cruises well at 20-25kmh..i guess thats the speed meant for the device. If u wanna cruise faster go for begode t4
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
@@nuruddinzabidi6972 The A2 is certainly a wheel for mellow rides and it does a great job. I can cruise up to 20 mph (32 kmh) before it beeps on me. The A2 is a great supplement for my other bigger and faster wheel, the InMotion V13.
@georgieman1910
@georgieman1910 Ай бұрын
yes but HOW to TURN??
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
@@georgieman1910 Same way you turn when standing up riding. Apply more pressure on the same pedal as the direction of the turn. If you have a grab bar on your wheel, holding on to the bar will give you some reassurance as you are turning.
@Elunipsycho
@Elunipsycho Ай бұрын
Nice one 👍
@christopherhart1640
@christopherhart1640 Ай бұрын
you ride like a moron, you should always stay in the main lain of the road and take control of when cars pass you as opposed to you having to constantly dodge things in the gutter and have cars try and pass you without slowing down. Also it will make them just pass you on the left like they would another car and the risk of a head on collision to them is going to make them much more cautious when doing so.
@nebulaM16
@nebulaM16 Ай бұрын
This wobble has something to do with the tire. I don’t ride an euc yet and it’s just because of the wobble. But I had this problem happening on my car, yes that’s right, I owned a Suzuki Samurai and I bought some cheap non-quality tires, I must tell you the moment I hit 55mph that wobble was insane, my steering wheel was all over the place, I didn’t know then what this is so I went to the car shop to fix it, they inspected the car and I exchanged some parts but the wobble wouldn’t disappear no matter what I’ve done, until I changed the tires, now I have a second Suzuki Samurai, I bought it with descent tires but at 55mph I felt slight wobble, no so much than with the first Samurai but it was there, NOW, I bought a set of 4 brand new YOKOHAMA GEOLANDAR A/T, man, the Smurai rides smooth like a charm. I think the tire must be correctly weighed (centred) like car tires are when mounted.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
The rapid decrease that occurs when we slow down on the EUC slightly changes the direction of the wheel of travel. That small change in direction will initiate the wobble. When we try to quell it by purposely trying to balance out the asynchrony only worsens the wobble. Lower psi will help decrease the wobble. However, with the EUC’s one wheel there are other ways to help decrease the wobbles. Carving riding helps decrease the chance. Having your feet askew vs symmetrical will cause a mini carving when you ride. Wobbles are more likely to happen when you slow down from a great speed. Ways to dissipate the wobble are a deep squat or do seated riding. Accelerating will also eliminate the wobbles.
@JonahOnEUC
@JonahOnEUC Ай бұрын
You got a helmet cam you can mount on the helmet you leave at home when riding your EUC? Your whole talk about safety this and safety that is nullified with you riding without a helmet on your videos.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
Did you watch the end of the video at all? The last clip where I am seated riding with full gear shows I have a helmet cam. That’s my usual gear when I ride the streets. I don’t wear a helmet cam riding around the parking lot for 5 minutes as shown in the beginning of the video. Just look at the last 17 seconds of the video and that will un-nullify your statement. 😂 I am only in the video in the beginning and at the end.
@JonahOnEUC
@JonahOnEUC Ай бұрын
@@AdamU1016 I am aware that it is you riding without helmet in both clips in the beginning of your video. But I guess no one ever crash for riding 5 minutes in a parking lot...
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
@@JonahOnEUC I can tell from our conversation that this is the first time you have ever been on my channel so I can truly understand why you questioned the validity of my safety video. I am a physician anesthesiologist and most of my videos contain some medical background although none was mentioned in my current one. That is why in the beginning of the video I was wearing scrubs while riding an EUC which conveys my 2 passions. I was trying to shorten my video so I just incorporated my KZfaq intro with me riding my A2 in the rain riding the same path as the intro. Many of my videos are actually about safety and EUC because I see so many injuries in the operating room. Please feel free to take a look at “Why is the Clavicle So fragile” or “The EUC Life Saved me” on my channel so that you will appreciate what my channel is about.
@JonahOnEUC
@JonahOnEUC Ай бұрын
@@AdamU1016 I watched your videos before I got my first wheels 2 years ago... And I have watched those 2 videos you mentioned.
@HeaveHoEUC
@HeaveHoEUC Ай бұрын
Thanks!
@SkeptikosUTube
@SkeptikosUTube Ай бұрын
I ended up getting a body cam (like what the police have) and you can just clip it to a backpack, it's pretty nice. I make sure to grab it for a few roads (that I try to avoid) where I know to expect the nuttier drivers. I read that you have to get footage of the driver though, not just the car, to be most useful to the police. But still really useful either way Edit: Nice motorcycle jacket by the way
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
Yeah I have seen enough instances from my own experience as well as others that having recorded evidence can come in quite handy. Now I don’t always feel like I have to always carry a selfie stick which adds more to my safety. I have seen those clip on body cams and they are of very good quality at much less than helmet cams. How much battery life do you get with yours and what model? Yeah I love this motorcycle jacket. It’s called Cortech Aero Flow. Great quality. Very comfortable and has an extra liner for winter mode. amzn.to/3XG1ALZ
@rob8855
@rob8855 Ай бұрын
Dude in the safety vest would be better off on sidewalk. He is Warrior wanna be.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
When it’s wet I just won’t ride. The sidewalk certainly would be safer if it’s available.
@360vroomers
@360vroomers Ай бұрын
Wow I’m glad you are ok! Thanks for the helpful tip. I myself stopped riding motorcycles almost 20 years ago because of this. I can control my riding but there are too many other variables that can endanger me. For the same reason I don’t commute on my euc unless I really have to.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
I am fine and so is my car. The only thing damaged is the windshield. I just got off the phone with my insurance company and they are paying for the whole $538 to have the auto glass people replace the windshield. 🥳 If I had to pay a deductible I would have been calling up that company that installed the sign. I was so glad I had a dash cam. That really came in handy. I am hyper-vigilant when I ride. Too many variables out there. I use my wheel for fun and would never try using it to commute. It would take an hour. I have thought about it though to maybe just drive the car halfway and then ride the wheel.
@360vroomers
@360vroomers Ай бұрын
@@AdamU1016 that dash cam has paid for itself! But yes I figured you don’t commute on euc. I happen to live close enough to work and can get to the office within almost the same amount of time as my car but it’s too risky so I don’t do it even though I wish I could.
@DonovanWert
@DonovanWert Ай бұрын
Thanks Adam!!🙏
@Acolis
@Acolis Ай бұрын
staying far to the left or right is actually more dangerous than it is to stay directly in the center of the lane if you are riding with vehicles around.
@roadtrip6075
@roadtrip6075 Ай бұрын
Only freak accident I see in this video is that yard sign flying into you. All other examples you have shown in the video are rider errors and preventable. If you get caught in heavy rain, and you don't feel comfortable riding on main road, get on the sidewalk or wait it out under a bridge/tree. No, you don't have to keep going. It's better than crashing and getting run over by a car. If you rear end another rider, you are riding too close to the riders in front of you. A lot of people who have a bad habit of tailgating think they can stop or go around the vehicles in front of them in emergency situations, but all they will do is crashing into whatever is in front of them. Getting sideswiped by a parked car merging into your lane, you are riding too fast for your ability to avoid merging car. Just because your lane is open and you have right of way does not mean it is safe to go as fast as you can. You have to be aware of your surrounding and ride accordingly. Crashing because you rode over a mud patch that is clearly visible...why would you go over a mud patch if you can avoid it?
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
I was trying to relate my freak accident to what could happen to us when we ride our wheels. I mentioned if that freak accident I had occurred while on an EUC, I would have really been badly injured. That sign could have easily flown all the way to the far right and injured even the most careful EUC rider. The accidents I showed were not really freak accidents but were due to rider error and road rage car drivers but then after all my web search these were the best I could get on a rider riding a wheel or wheels. My key point was to always be aware and alert and have video evidence should it come down to a legal or insurance issue. In my case, if I were really litigious and had a serious outcome, my lawyer would be putting a call out to that company listed on the sign. The company would have “lots of splaining to do”. 😂
@roadtrip6075
@roadtrip6075 Ай бұрын
@@AdamU1016 Right, I agree with you. I felt I needed to say what I said in the initial message, because there are riders who like to blame their crashes on everyone else, but themselves.
@mikko.g
@mikko.g Ай бұрын
Be to the right ... where the road drains ... and the debris collects ... cars don't deserve right of way just because they can travel faster ... ride in the lane appropriately just like a bike not as far to the right as possible.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
I agree not to the far right. There definitely are lots of debris in the far right. Especially after wintertime, you can literally see lots of dirt and leaves and debris. I am actually at the very edge of the bike lane (if there is one) when I am that far out, I am constantly scanning my helmet mirror as well as what’s in front of me.
@mcjustlikenew
@mcjustlikenew Ай бұрын
I met you at doctor Ron house are you ready to step into a new adventure? I’ll lend you the equipment come ride with us ask Ron for my number. I am his painter you work with Dr. Ron the swimmer that is a hint of this riddle. I ride dirt bikes no expect you to get on a dirtbike, but I do have a quad, but I’ll lend you
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
I remember you clearly. We had a long discussion about ATVs. You even showed me a video. That was cool. That’s the kind of adrenaline rush that we both certainly appreciate. Thanks for the offer. We can do a mutual barter of skills learning. Hope all is well with you.
@REW-Music
@REW-Music Ай бұрын
Yrs I watched mire than just the beginning. I guess I can't tell if that's the same person wearing the helmet as the guy at the beginning. 😅
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
I know what you mean. The nurses I work with wear scrub suits and caps all day. When I see them on the street and they are saying hello to me, I have to get a few seconds to figure out who they are. 😂 I can reassure you that is me at the end. If you’ve ever watched my other videos, that is my usual look. 😊
@OnAirPromo
@OnAirPromo Ай бұрын
First off I'm glad you're okay - that looked like a lawn sign initially, but those spike did some damage. All your safety tips are well thought out and followed. Thanks for publishing this! 😃
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
Thanks Brother Larry. I was pissed about it though. I was cursing like crazy after the accident so I silenced most of it since some young people do watch my videos. I had to put duct tape when I drove back home the following day. I was afraid the crack would expand when I got on the highway going 80 mph. Thank God the crack did not expand. In the past it expanded so that was my fear. On the waiting list for Safelite now. 🙄
@REW-Music
@REW-Music Ай бұрын
Or is that someone else?
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
That is me driving my car sustaining the windshield damage. Look how recent the date is. You could also hear me cursing in the background. I had to lower the sound a bit since I had copyright music playing in my car when I was driving. YT doesn’t like copyright material. 😔
@REW-Music
@REW-Music Ай бұрын
You only wear wrist guards?
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
On my slow ride around the hospital I do wear only wrist guards. Even physicians who see me riding yell that I should wear a helmet but that is my choice. I was probably going about 7 mph in the beginning. If you watched the whole video, you would see that I do wear full gear of full face helmet, wrist guards, knee and shin pads, and motorcycle jacket when I ride on the streets.
@supercurioTube
@supercurioTube Ай бұрын
I appreciate the message about safety in the full video but am uneasy watching you ride at 2 occasions without protective gear in the beginning. It distracts from and contradicts the whole point. Especially since it's in an area where emergency vehicles will drive, possibly under heavy stress and time pressure, I don't get it.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 Ай бұрын
You are right. I should have worn gear. I was just trying to recreate my usual YT intro and it does send a mixed message. My bad. If you watched the whole video and especially at the end, you will see that I wear the whole full gear when I ride on the streets. That is my usual look.
@PacoOtis
@PacoOtis 2 ай бұрын
Interaction excellently handled. Thanks for sharing.
@Planet-ICELAND
@Planet-ICELAND 2 ай бұрын
Been riding since 2019 always in hardmode and not too fast, dont get much instability. Used to work on a forklifter, and when you hit a hole in the ground it would bounce a whole lot for several seconds and more violantly if one panicked and reduced the speed suddenly, but instead applying sudden controlled burst of acceleration would re-stabilize it in like 1/3rd the time.
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 2 ай бұрын
I have never tried the rapid acceleration approach but I will have to try that sometime. Enjoy your rides!
@REW-Music
@REW-Music 2 ай бұрын
Nice! I'm terrible at riding mine. 😅
@JonnyK42.o
@JonnyK42.o 2 ай бұрын
Dont forget speeding up helps too! If you have the room that is!
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 2 ай бұрын
Speeding up does help but I have never tried that approach. I will have to try it sometime.
@TaiLegend
@TaiLegend 2 ай бұрын
Wobbles are certainly scary. Glad you got out of it!
@AdamU1016
@AdamU1016 2 ай бұрын
Yeah it caught me off guard. This was right after the cop stopped me. I was still shaken from the encounter so it affected my train of thought when I tried to slow down. I was also concerned about a possible car near me.
@jayziac
@jayziac 2 ай бұрын
I happen to have this cheap mirror, originally made for handlebar mounting, but the vibrations were too strong there and often knocked it off. I just tried mounting it on a helmet visor like you have, the issue is the cheap mirror does not have a way to tighten how it attaches to the band, there's a screw, but it only adjusts tightness of one arm to the next, the arm to band joint does not have any adjustments and is just attached and too lose on vibrations. I'd have to put some maple syrup or hack to make it 'sticky' and not rotate as much. Thanks for the idea on how to attach a mirror on the helmet visor though