♿️HOW TO POP A WHEELCHAIR WHEELIE (Unseen Tips)

[@Wheelsnoheels]

I hope this was useful to you. Let me know if there are any other skills I can help you with. Remember follow me on the gram @wheelsnoheels_ tag me and use the #WheelsUp if you would like to show your progress. I developed this training program based on how I learned these skills. Some people may learn these skills in different orders, and can do somethings, but not all. Be safe, know your limits, and speak to a medical professional before you try anything new.

[@ChrisPage68]

I go down kerbs backwards if they aren't too high. Pop-ups are all I can manage, being a "long vehicle". Maybe I should get one of those signs for the back of my wheelchair?

[@ChronicRapunzel]

I would love to see a how to shop in a wheelchair!

[@joyce5290]

Thank you so much again! I learned a lot about using my wheelchair skills in over a year time but I just do not dared to pop a wheelie of a curb.. well after this video I think I will try it tomorrow. 😅

[@Wheelsnoheels]

@@ChronicRapunzel here are some I have done. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZDXZH96bZqZaKs kzbin.info/www/bejne/ronZonWwnM5qo5I kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ-pf3isdtmVgrM

[@Wheelsnoheels]

@@joyce5290 Hehehe. I have a little tip that's coming on instagram that can help you going up a curb. Please be safe and careful x

[@rubikspixel]

Great video!! Just wanted to add, anyone currently using a passive wheelchair and not an active one, the chair might be a lot heavier and might make it harder to pop, when I had my passive chair the anti tip wheels were always down, now I have my active chair I can pop with one hand. Would also recommend testing falling back completely (obviously onto a soft landing) just to get used it, when this happens try to bring your chin to your chest so you don’t hit your head on the way down!!

[@ItsViolaRose]

It sounds like it’s not a good idea for me since I’ve got a fixed back passive chair due to a spine injury. I’ve tried doing them but I can’t even get the chair off the ground

[@jeffreywhitaker5154]

I want to know why it’s hard for me to do a wheelie and I’m a t4 incomplete. And my brother whom is abled bodied can sit in the same chair and do wheelies and hold the wheelie position like it’s so easy? Why is that. I think it has something to do with having trunk muscle control. Am I correct??

[@irishrose89775]

Thanks for such a complete guide! As someone who will be getting her first chair in a few weeks I found your guide to be the best! I’m a bit intimidated by all that I need to learn but also excited to know I will not be stuck in the house anymore! Thanks for all your videos! Caitlin

[@rockythefreak]

i would also suggest, if anyone reading is a wheelchair user with enough leg mobility, to try folding up or removing their foot rest, to use their legs to swing and maintain balance! that helps me immensely.

[@movingmountains-naticeslif4512]

I think my funnies backwards tip was up an uneven very steep slope into a shop I tipped backwards and who catched me but a paramedic !! An actual paramedic in full uniform 😂😂😂😂 talking about right place at the right time 😂😂

[@billjacoby9854]

Thanks. Everyone else "shows", but doesn't explain it fully. I'll be watching and re-watching this video

[@nikkinoona271]

Shaun did well. I'd be terrified! You know the whole fear of falling! This was a great video! Also loved your video game edits he he

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Nikki Noona ah thank you. The blocks really help. And having someone stand behind you too is a fantastic way to practice 😊

[@mikeshanermusic]

Is it dangerous for people with balance issues? Closing my eyes causes me to sway. I think if I got used to doing wheelies, my occasional balance issues could be overcome when they do arise, and if I keep my eyes open. Seeing him fall backwards scares the crap out of me though.

[@brynnwelch4646]

When I was first practicing I found leaning back against a couch works really well if you don't have a spotter. The block trick is really helpful, I wish I'd had that!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Brynn Welch I learned too with the sofa. (And demonstrate that in a previous vid.) I found this block technique after doing some research, and thought it was really good. Especially if Shaun could do it. X

[@kotonohakatsura6930]

Or use a wall :)

[@ChronicRapunzel]

When I first started trying (before seeing this video 🤪) I found I could do pop-ups by putting my hands as far back as I could and shoving them forward fast. Probably like at 9and then ending at 2. They are always reckless and uncontrolled because I’m just throwing myself at them so I’m excited to learn controlled ones to feel safer when I get to bumps. Now I always think “okay, god a bump... alright, well I might die here, here we go!!!!”

[@fightemploymentdiscriminat9836]

Daredevil! One of my grandkids has been recently diagnosed with a possible spinal column issue, and I'm very worried about her. This made me so happy! Thanks.

[@davidfinney2052]

Gen. Every time I watch your video's I always seem to like you

[@Lord_Biggles]

Thanks for taking the time to post these video's. I just wish I'd found these a long while ago, having tipped a passive wheelchair backwards going up a slope in the cinema and landing in hospital for a week with concussion, and then, even more impressively, going up a slope into a shop in the town center, tipping it over backwards, again, onto concrete and giving myself a bleed in the brain. This has supplied some sensible tips, to hopefully get me going in the right direction, especially now I've knocked some sense into me, the hard way.

[@emilys.bubbles]

Hi, your videos are awesome.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

thank you

[@peachysteel8349]

Hi, My wheelchair engineer asked if I could back wheel balance? I can't. I don't suppose there are any chubby EDSers in here that can? This video was great, but I'm still finding it difficult.

[@belladaylight2132]

You should have called this series SKILLCHAIR. BIG Thanks for making these videos, it really helped me transiton into having to use a wheelchair a lot

[@aaronlcarr]

Hey I love all the videos, could you tell me which wheelchair push rim grips you have??

[@crashandburngaming5103]

I am just venturing into a wheelchair part time. I can walk but not too far before the back pain gets too much. Practising balance is really hard lol. But it is fun to be able to go out for longer periods of time without my back telling me “ok buddy, your done” Great advice. Thanks a bunch. From Canada

[@cbryce9243]

I've not ordered my chair yet, but will within this month. I can't wait to practice!

[@zakimerxero3771]

How are you just rolling on the grass without pushing more often? What happens if you drop your casters too early when going down a curb?

[@kotonohakatsura6930]

I can do anything except rolling down a hill while in the wheelie position but I´d love to learn it someday. I am also visual impaired so I´ ll get sometimes scared of high curbs as I can´t figure the actual high. :) Anyway, keep up ur great content. Watching you is always so much fun! 3:38 Oh I can do this without a wheelie. It's not that bad just be slow and careful.

[@BroSKGaming22]

great. when i do wheelie, i feel clumpsy. i am afraid of faling back.

[@ThatSpoonieTransGuy]

Oooh, I love the tip with the blocks. I have no problem popping wheelies, but I'm terrible at holding them. At least I can hold them long enough for most curbs now.

[@anneharrison1849]

I don't think my chair is quite tippy enough - it's not that I can't have it more tippy, it's that the weight changes if I ever carry a back pack. To me I think it would be more limiting not to be able to carry a back pack (sometimes fairly heavy, laptop plus stuff) than it is to not be able to do a back balance or a level 3 kerb. To be fair I haven't practiced much so I might be able to do more, but it is a bit of a dilemma, can't be tipping over he moment I pick up a bag.

[@gillohare581]

keep safe andkeep weell and lovely it x

[@l.donaldson4223]

This is great! I couldn't do wheelies in my last chair because of back wheel position, and this new one has changed it so much I've been kind of scared to do them --- this video was full of absolute gold! Thank you!

[@wheelieblind]

Other then a slight pop I am afraid of tipping over plus I am more used to my power chair, i still have anti tiippers on the manual.

[@marjorieconley406]

I am an ambulatory wheelchair user but needing a wheelchair more and more. This video is good but I will have to watch it often. It looks more like skill rather than upper body strength although I am working on that. I have hereditary Spactic Paraplegia. Thank you 😊

[@Jayleigh2796]

There’s nothing more scary then being visually impaired and doing a wheelie for the first time outside

[@fishhugify]

Great video this is my first video so that is why I am not subscribing just yet PS I don't subscribe to video that I like because it's hard to find channels you love/like or find informal+

[@amandathompson6269]

Yay!!! Thank you so much for this video! And great job Shawn!!!!

[@sunnymoneyray416]

Ive had a wheelchair i got off craigslist for three years and the back wheels on it are set so far back it makes it difficult to push manually especially with the risk of dislocating my shoulders bc of my eds. In three weeks ill be picking up my first fitted wheelchair from tilite and im definitely going to come back to this video to learn these skills after talking to my doctor! Thank you for your help and advice!

[@billm6294]

Well on drag racing cars they have small wheels on springs on the back(called wheelie bars) to make sure the vehicle does not flip over backwards...perhaps this is needed here LOL. Be well, blessings to you.

[@ChrisPage68]

Wheelchairs do often have anti-tipping aids as options.

[@bilfulaAU]

So helpful Gem! I’ve been trying for years to pop a wheelie and now you’ve given me the tools I need to attack it with confidence. Thank you 😊. I would love your take on tyres. Pump up versus solid and the pros and cons of each.

[@wheelieblind]

I have popped a wheelie with my powerchair... lol a small one but yea I did it was bad but funny too, and I'm fine.

[@Pshemysuav]

Nice. One question though, how are you rolling without touching wheels

[@danielev.8493]

Hi, sorry I use a translator, then tell me where you found those covers for the wheelchair handrails?

[@chavley]

You are so awesome and helpful! I can pop my wheels up, but I'm REALLY good and slamming my casters into the floor, I can't lower my self gently like you do. Have you ever had to replace your big wheel tyres or your casters? Or do they just last the lifetime of the chair?

[@Wheelsnoheels]

The tires on my old chair could do with replacing. (but I only use it upstairs so its fine.) the tires on my day chair, are beginning to god bald. so will need replacing soon. But Ill be holding off as long as possible. Ive never replaced castors tho. I just swapped them over.

[@grumpysandfrog]

I wish this video had existed when I got my custom chair built for me.. I signed off that it was “correct” at the advice of the mobility company (not an OT) because it was my first chair and I didn’t know any better. Now I have a too-wide, ill-fitted chair, with the wheels set too far back to self propel or hold wheelies. I also have fixed handles because I was told adjustable handles don’t exist, but they do!! Thank you for making these videos Gem! I hope this can save other people a whole load of trouble.

[@ChronicRapunzel]

Teddy W. I just spoke to my DME and got them to change me chair to adjustable handles because I was told the same thing! No more people pushing me!! Now if I can just deal with the I’ll fitting parts... same as you😅

[@grumpysandfrog]

I’ve been told that since I have fixed frame foldable chair, they can’t make basically any major modifications at this point, without just starting from scratch and paying out for a whole new chair (which they refused to do). Thankfully I recently switched insurance plans, so I’m hoping I can start the fitting/assessment process from scratch with a more qualified mobility company. The whole process will take years longer than it should have, but hopefully I’ll eventually have a chair that’s right for me. I’m more empowered to self advocate now.

[@favouredannabellemuthoni6434]

Waat you're doing it perfectly dear Am a wheelchair user I fear falling down,what will I do to gain confidence

[@Soo-MeiHll]

Hi where do you get the pink rim covers from please?

[@ItsViolaRose]

My spine cannot. But it was still fun to watch 🥰

[@manonevans3618]

If only I could do a wheelie in my power chair 🤣🤣🤣

[@sancourtier5029]

Fabulous going to practice great idea to use blocks

[@sydneyliles5752]

Does anyone know what wheelchaur she uses?

[@whiteclouddakota1451]

Thank you for this video

[@QQ0000]

Are those flip flops sperry?

[@takrelanakhidup180]

is that wheelchair sport

[@kotonohakatsura6930]

I can do anything except rolling down a hill while in the wheelie position but I´d love to learn it someday. I am also visual impaired so I´ ll get sometimes scared of high curbs as I can´t figure the actual high. :) Anyway, keep up ur great content. Watching you is always so much fun! 13:38 Oh, I can do this without a wheelie. It's not that bad just be slow and careful!

[@jwr1970]

❤ Thank you so much ❤

[@richardholder8970]

Gem you must have really good core strength, my strength is slowly getting worse 👨🏻‍🦽

[@fi5715]

If you are going to encourage to pop wheelies or get out their chairs to do certain things you need to do it responsibily

[@kotonohakatsura6930]

I can do everything except to roll down a hill, while in the wheelie position yet. I´d love to learn it someday! Nor am I in a chair but my vision is also impaired. Anyways, I try to do anything a "normal" wheelchair user does. Sometimes I´ll get scared of high curbs tho cause for me it's kinda hard to guess the actual high. :) Anyway, as always keep it up!

[@kotonohakatsura6930]

I can do anything except rolling down a hill while in the wheelie position but I´d love to learn it someday. I am also visual impaired so I´ ll get sometimes scared of high curbs as I can´t figure the actual high. :) Anyway, keep up ur great content. Watching you is always so much fun! 13:38 Oh, I can do this without a wheelie. It's not that bad just be slow and careful!

[@kotonohakatsura6930]

Maybe you can teach how to do reversed wheelies. Enter the wheelie position as usual and then try to roll backward instead of forwards. To anyone never try this on your own please! A good friend of mine masted this skill but she has a lot of experience!

[@RichHomieSwann]

That’s so crazy

[@ChrisPage68]

If you go down a steep slope, you can lean forward (those of you who can) so that the weight is over the front wheels, which should help prevent caster wobble. When I was at school (1980s) there used to be a Wheelchair Proficiency Scheme, with Bronze, Silver and Gold awards. I had to stop at Silver because I couldn't do a proper wheelie - through no fault of my own. So, even schemes for Disabled people can mean you are discriminated-against. 🤦

[@ChrisPage68]

@@samanthagd2730 I don't think the scheme thought aboyt that either.

[@vesarchauhan3418]

👌👌👌💪

[@knoopsylvia]

❤

[@billiebluesheepie2907]

If you have a helper/spotter they can wrap a scarf around the back bar and hold it upwards, until you can balance for yourself. I have really bad eyesight so sometimes I pop up too early or too late, so I often have scabby knees! (...especially when I’m using a smartdrive!). I would love to be able to go down an escalator in a wheelie, but I’m definitely not at that stage in confidence yet! (There are some amazing wheelchair skills on KZbin...!).

[@FueledByKass]

Omgg this is too scary 😭 I do have a manual wheelchair (I use a power one for better mobility) but I think it’s too heavy to pop wheelies. It does have little wheels on the back so I don’t fall back if I try it.

[@VulcanOnWheels]

10:37 I see something that...it might be safe with the brakes you have on your wheelchair, but with mine... Please, Shaun, learn the grab the rims and not (also) the tires. 11:12 To have a safety net, just do it farther back. Oh, and you might want to make your dog leave the couch. That way, if you fall back, you'll land on the couch.

[@lauramccarthy8339]

I have been trying this but every now and then I tip completely backwards and hit my back on the ground. It scares me and then I lose my confidence. Is it normal to fall backwards when learning the back wheel balance please Gem?

[@cbryce9243]

Maybe you can get help from an occupational therapist? I don't have my chair yet, but I think I would crack my head open the first few times. Maybe invest in a bike helmet too!

[@eduardopadilla5505]

Hello. I realized that the pink covering of your wheelchair tires can be dangerous because it kicks off! how to fix that?

[@preciousgolden1056]

Thank you so much for sharing these videos! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@IW4DBX]

on bigger casters, advancing body weight on your casters, halps a lot to climb with wheels

[@SandieRoberts]

Great video guys! Loved watching this and can’t wait to (responsively) try some of these tips out!! I especially loved the mention about needing more tips so to follow you on Instagram ...great idea! 👍🥰

[@sandraroberts7037]

I really enjoyed the video and the tips. PS could you change curbs to kerbs please!!!!

[@leenb.7936]

I just clicked on this video to hear how you would explain it all. I can do all these already but wouldn’t be able to find the words to explain it all. You do it splendidly btw

[@dauneredman6561]

Gem, The one thing that is so comforting to my back is to pop up and back up to a wall set the brakes and take a snooze it's worth a try.

[@alexisfuhr1846]

Im sorry meet to say i autism and no wheelchair but support all special needs and just whated to how i can in a wheelchair tag ( i hope understand what im saying )

[@ko4536]

Thank you for this video. I was thinking how to learn these skills, and here it is!

[@charleycat]

I changed the cushion on my manual chair and since doing that it tips very easily. I don’t think I can change the wheel set up though as it’s just a cheap self propelled chair (not like the super cheap heavy ones though). Any suggestions?

[@Wheelsnoheels]

I wouldn't be able to advise on this. I would suggest you talk to an OT> :)

[@bernadinehunneybun4043]

Any tips for kerbs, speed humps in a power wheelchair? I’ve tipped backwards & smashed the back of my head on a speed hump.

[@DanOnWheels]

It depends on the max height your wheelchair is designed to go over, and if it’s a front, mid or rear wheelchair. I used to use a mid wheel power wheelchair, Invacare Pronto M91, that the max curb it was designed to go over was 3 inches. What I found is it’s very important that your drive wheels hit the curb at the same time (or you get twisted sideways) and with a little momentum (not to fast, but not stopping when they initially hit the curb either). Don’t try to go over at an angle like you might in a car with suspension. Most wheelchairs don’t have suspension and the ones that do the suspension isn’t designed for that. I’ve went over several 3 to 5 inch high speed bumps (which can be tricky if it’s to steep as the Wheelchair may balance on the mid wheels for a second and then you land on the front wheels when coming down) and up several level 1 (from the video) curbs. Level 2 curbs are a lot more tricky, but depending on your wheelchairs capability are doable. Most power wheelchairs can’t do level 3 curbs as it’s beyond the wheelchairs limitations. I’m much happier in my manual wheelchair, but I had get get specific features to be able to use a manual wheelchair.

[@raesurtee4711]

Great video , i'm still practicing the back wheel balance down a hill.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Rae Surtee yay! Can’t wait to see. Tag me on IG! 😊

[@charlesh7962]

I bet u must have by now incredible abdominal mussels.

[@rbroxton3068]

This is fantastic, you make it look so easy 😂🙂... I think my weight is against me as I just can not do this and as you say its so a essential skill but I am not spi although I do have nerve damage and caths, tremors spasms so as not spi you do not get shown only given a wheelchair if needs are there to which i am lucky to have mine ...My chair is not very tippy so quite heavy to get of ground but I thinks thats where camber ( think it is ) that could be adjusted Great video, very informative 🙂

[@fi5715]

Not everyone is your weight, height etc