Dad Gets a BMX Bike!

[@eveanddell]

Finally some justification of my need to ride a BMX in my 40s! Thank you again sir!

[@eugsoh81]

Hahaha same!

[@Greg-wz6fp]

Just told my wife I want one and the level of laughter coming from her has never been louder

[@saiket1735]

I was poor in the 80's, can't afford a BMX bike, then came college, all the money has to go there to, then work, all the money save up to buy a house, then paying mortgage, then paying for the wife, then the kid, and now, I'm in my 50's, and I am going to finally get me a BMX cruiser. Well, I actually did, 2 months ago, but the bike never arrived, it was lost in transition, found out that it was robbed from the delivering train in Los Angeles. I think this time, I'm heading to the local bike shop, just hope I make it there it in one piece because I got to have that bike before I kick the bucket.

[@Daniel-yf9iy]

I’m 50 and considering it🤣! I loved my BMX bike as a kid. Beautiful Redline!

[@Mike-pj1kv]

I'm 55 and bought this same bike. It's great.

[@chriszuccaro5823]

got the same bike at 43

[@stevedeann]

A Redline was an excellent choice. This video is two years old. I'll bet you couldn't resist going from riding around the track to racing with the other dads. I raced at the Orange "Y" (So. Cal) in the late '70s (HS age). Fast forward 20+ years and I took my 13 yr. old son to the same track and, seeing the dads racing Cruisers, it got my juices flowing. I bought a Redline Cruiser (John Purse sig. series). My son lost interest, but I raced either Friday nights or Sunday afternoons, depending on my family's schedule. I was 39 yrs. old and raced for about five years. I'm 59 now and I still keep an eye out for anything to do with racing. I hope you're still riding your Redline, Clint, if not racing it. Great father-son time.

[@jimmansi1187]

"I have no intentions of racing"....... Yeah right! Looking forward to seeing you on the track

[@markreams3192]

I did the same thing 13 years ago. I bought a cruiser because my kids were racing. I had no intention of of racing. Some guys in my age class would show up at the track on Friday night and entice me into trying a local race. I did it! I sucked at first but slowly improved then starting doing nationals. I did this for 11 years until I crashed and fractured my hip. The people you meet at a BMX track for the most part are unpretentious and care about whether you’re having fun as opposed to what you’re wearing or the bike you ride! Enjoy the time with your son and know because of your competitive nature you may take it beyond just riding around the track! It’s good training as well. A hard lap leaves you sucking wind and improves your bike handling. I’ve Aaron Gwynn at the track in Perris Ca more than once getting in some laps!

[@ClintGibbs]

Great post, until the fracture in your hip part. Sorry about that man! I’m going to take it pretty easy on the BMX bike. I don’t want anything to disrupt my gravel riding and mountain biking. Looking forward to it though!

[@newbiemtb6741]

You went from not racing at all to maybe doing local stuff in less than 10 seconds. 😂 I fully expect to see BMX race videos in the near future! 😉

[@elitebicycleracers]

Haha, I noticed the same thing. I was like, sure you're not going to race.

[@mikelute77]

That’s awesome!! I’m 42 and I ride my Redline PL26 about 5 days a week. I like to ride it around a local trail after work which is around 17 miles and mostly paved but a little rough in places and very hilly. To my knowledge I’m the only maniac who does this on a single speed cruiser. Haha! It’s a fantastic workout

[@David-cm4ok]

Nice! That's my idea too. I'm 45 and always wanted one as a boy but never had one. I figure it would be a good workout to ride and I love the simplicity of a bmx.

[@40thanniversaryripper22]

29" World Tour,riding 5 days a week, too..North Hollywood.48 years young...Another maniac, too..

[@7passu]

Im 40 and ride a GT pro 24. My son is just getting into bikes and about to start BMX and I got it a when he was 2 for when the day came he started bmx so I could do it with him

[@Dawsong120]

There goes my chances of winning... I won't be able to beat this guy.

[@kaih4889]

😂😂

[@ClintGibbs]

Yeah right. My goal is to have you only beat me by 10 seconds.

[@laggypedals]

Don’t mess with the your “old man” for he might be on the podium with you, just a little step higher :) Been MTB for last 3 years and approaching 65! But one of these days, gonna get me a BMX and learn them tricks! Hopefully, I won’t break any bone :) Thanks for all great videos :)

[@michaelglidewell1524]

I think you (which ever one would get beat) are okay: 1) cruiser has it's own class 2) age has it's own class

[@dereckc9469]

good to know about a local shop, I'm in Pinellas county. I just bought a 26" a few months ago after not riding for 30 years.

[@300WINMAG360]

I just bought a 29 inch bmx. The Sunday High C.

[@theoutdoorelements6068]

I started racing bmx with my son over a year ago at the peachtree city track. It definitely beats sitting on the sideline watching! Peachtree city just had an electric prostart gate installed last year.

[@mikieson]

80s bmx guy here..although i never got into "racing" and the whole scene "as it wasnt something you did in west tn"..i did get into flatland and even built a quaterpipe...Never got good at any of that..but always had a passion and still to this day i have a love and passion for it. Good luck and get RAD!!

[@ctrawick3]

Ha ! We lived in peach tree city also ! We were at that track near the Fred amphitheater not more than a few weeks ago - wow, small world indeed.

[@Reapwhatsown]

Thanks man. I'm gonna buy one soon! I used to do freestyle BMX in mid 80s. Always wanted a Cruiser! So glad you posted.

[@paul3180]

Looks like a fun little bike. Plus it's another way to get some exercise too. I've got a 20" bmx but I haven't touched it since last year when I got a dirt jump bike. Even though I'm not any taller than when I rode bmx as a teen, 31 years later and counting the bike feels so tiny. Hope you have a great time at the track.

[@mattdeso1672]

I forgot all about J&R and its only right over the bridge! I used to order stuff from them years ago,. I've been looking for a cheap dirt jumper that is sized that the kids can ride and I can ride. A cheap cruiser, and some upgrades might be where its at.

[@slowburn_1725]

Lol big ups from NJ(south Jersey) !! I'm 46 and raced in EHT & English Town from 86' to 93' ! The good ol times

[@promodsteve7882]

Nothing better than family time on bikes.

[@AussieR1]

4:16 good to see the cable on the right side. XD

[@RyanMarcyesOutdoors]

Awesome, I knew you would get one eventually!!!😉🤙🏽Have Fun Bro!!!

[@jeffferguson69]

Im going to j&r today and buying that in grey i think or the gt pro. Both are same price.

[@cameronlesley2428]

I have a redline cruiser and they’re fantastic

[@chrislambert2777]

I owned a Redline back in the early 80s and it was the seed for my love for mountain biking 30 years later. Should i....?

[@Motorsportsinjapan]

DO it :)

[@TheDoozie43]

Chad Kunka Sunday bikes has the preorder open for their 24” model C right now....they’re selling out fast tho! Bike bling has them in stock as of this reply. $480.

[@robertloerwald3]

Did you?

[@hagri777]

really like your channel, thank you Clint - great storytelling and very timely, looking to get bmx myself

[@vallero7607]

Heyyyyyy I got a bike from them about 1 week ago a 26" Kink Drifter, I love it...

[@eugsoh81]

Do you have any more bmx riding content?

[@Abrewdog]

The kid takes the bike. 😂😂.

[@blazerman61]

Clint Gibbs channel has just " jumped the shark" !😄😄

[@АндрейИванов-ц2х2у]

Im 47 . I want a bmx cruiser too. In our town will be built a pump-trak

[@billberger7584]

I have a Standard 125-R cruiser. Try racing I bet you go back to it

[@thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921]

We have a track here in Bern, and you see dudes pushing 50 ripping every weekend. Its highly competitive even at the senior level.

[@jeffferguson69]

Correction i got the 26 inch redline lol. The 24 inch gt was sold out. Im digging my bike. Later on i wanna get a 26 inch or 24 inch freestyle bike.

[@mdfrtech]

Cool Redline! What is the Top tube measurement?

[@HOARedneck]

How is it holding up? Also what is the weight of the bike? I see alot of different numbers.

[@tynchytemper9618]

For old skoolz tricks you need both brakes?

[@ClintGibbs]

Yes, for street freestyle BMX you want a front brake

[@alexn4843]

I had a Hutch Trickstar when I was a teen. Bought it someone I knew for $50. It was a steal. He needed $50 more dollars to be able to buy his first used car so I told him I'll give him $50 for the bike. Didn't think he would say yes.

[@ronniefnd]

Time to come out and run cruiser. Getting destroyed in a open class is fun lol.

[@MilatovichFamily]

FINALY! BMX>gravel bikes!!

[@Eazy301]

Would this be good for a 2 mile commute on flat surface? I want something that can be fun even if it adds some time to my ride. Not looking to go 10 miles or higher. But I need a seat because I’m 225lbs. Fit but not in shape. Thanks in advance.

[@Offishu]

What model and how much does it weighs?

[@Motorsportsinjapan]

You get a like for REDLINE :D

[@theshindogg]

Nice. Where'd you live in NJ back in the day?

[@ClintGibbs]

Hackettstown area. Allamuchy township specifically

[@theshindogg]

@@ClintGibbs Cool! Allamunchy state park is one of my favorite MTB spots. Small world :)

[@ClintGibbs]

@@theshindogg what's funny is that park wasn't even there when I lived there, at least I didn't know about it. I didn't get into mountain biking until I moved from New Jersey. I have gone back up there to ride allamuchy. I'm going to try to do it again this summer.

[@Mountainrock70]

The crashing part without anyone touching them.. wish me luck!

[@woodstockpaul6066]

Who are you kidding Clint? Of course you are going to be racing BMX. Competitive people compete! You cannot help it.

[@richardhaselwood9478]

Clipless pedals on a BMX?

[@ClintGibbs]

Yep. That's today's BMX. All riders use them except for the beginner class where it's not allowed.

[@richardhaselwood9478]

@@ClintGibbs Wow... Here's me thinking it was flats only....

[@ClintGibbs]

@@richardhaselwood9478 yup, a lot has changed since 80's BMX

[@birdskullmtb177]

awesome new bike, I saw you yesterday

[@ClintGibbs]

Good to see you yesterday! That was a good day of riding.

[@basiliobastardo255]

bmx cruiser and an easy rider/beach cruiser is different?

[@ClintGibbs]

A lot different. A BMX cruiser isn't really designed to sit and pedal. The saddle is too low. The wheels are much much smaller than a beach cruiser.

[@JoshSmith968]

So awesome! What’s your local track?

[@ClintGibbs]

High Springs BMX hsbmx.com/

[@lowflyingdonut]

Clipless BMX?

[@ClintGibbs]

Most BMX riders today use clipless

[@lowflyingdonut]

@@ClintGibbs Turns out I actually know nothing about this sport except the bikes are too small and everyone starts in a line.

[@ryanm573]

Would you say this 24” is ok for a track or would a 20” pro xl be a better choice? I’m looking at buying a race bike but I’m 6’ tall and 38 years old

[@ClintGibbs]

if you ride mountain bikes I think a 24-in would be the way to go. 20 in is going to field tiny. That being said, it's going to end if you want to race. The standard BMX class is 20 in. if you move up to intermediate you have to be on the 20-in unless you race cruiser

[@greengorilla_mtb]

The mongoose title 24 is a bit cheaper. Around 260

[@DJmemo20]

Which bike is these?

[@ClintGibbs]

Redline MX24

[@mountainbikeadventures9275]

peachtree city bmx track is my local bmx track

[@simona1670]

Can you review the bike

[@TheCaptainsCog]

Im about to be 42 and I still ride a 20 inch! You may be taller tho, I'm 5'10" on a good day.

[@ajayghuman6552]

Im 6' tall, should I get a 29er or 26

[@ClintGibbs]

For mountain biking your choices 29 or 27.5. it's going to depend on your riding style and the amount of travel the bike has. I got quite a few videos comparing the two wheel sizes on my channel. Some of them should give you some direction.

[@HeirofaNigerianPrince]

Im 6’1” when I would race it was on 27.5” so I also trained on 27.5” when I’d do group rides or lead tours it was 29” and when it was time for fun and mischief I would ride the bike I built which was a 26” The 26” only felt too small if I was trying to do anything other than what it was built for which was kind of a freestyle/trials bike I made specifically for Hawaii DH trails.

[@jessarellanes6648]

I think your going to win races, can't wait to see

[@anonymouseveryday9629]

I used to race bmx bikes but I stopped bicuase I broken my hand

[@dead3231]

Glad you are still enjoying several disciplines of cycling and with your son...I wish my kid would gain interest in gravel or road cycling instead of only mtb. That being said bike storage becomes an issue as you expand your riding and cycling is a money pit and the search for the perfect 🚲 never achieved.

[@WideOpenChange]

Im 6"2 41 and riding anything other than a bmx 20 dont feel right. Nice RL.

[@VanPelt408]

I’m a horrible spectator as well. For those that may not know, you can race a cruiser in novice at USABMX tracks. You’ll need to run flats in novice. Enjoy!

[@gamingwitchutuu429]

Can you commute on this

[@ClintGibbs]

Not more than a mile, if that. The only way you could ride it any kind of distance is to get one of the seat post extenders that I see at BMX races. I've never tried one.

[@woduk]

Guess you’ve no bmx bike now watching Dawson ride off on it lol

[@TheMatt365]

XT clipless on a BMX bike?

[@ClintGibbs]

Yep, the only ones that don't use clipless are the beginner class (not currently permitted).

[@kobortamas7163]

Ride video please :))

[@Staticmamba]

Love it

[@cj-nyc2057]

HUTCH bmx 💪💪

[@alanr4263]

Sick

[@nieldan11]

Oh good, it's not just me. 👴👍

[@mikerotchburns1622]

clipless? yikes

[@ClintGibbs]

Most BMX riders today use clipless

[@johnmausteller]

Sit down and watch people riding ? Naaaa