Not Having a Dirt Jumper is Very Dumb

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[@olivermarshall6561]

Wow, I see how it is - just as we’ve all finished rebuilding our 90s mtbs 😮

[@JuanMQ]

agree - just finished a GTMX with a zaskar frame.

[@antinpants]

@@JuanMQ same, frame was already too small for me so perfect for a GTMX.

[@jasonw7053]

I got a dirt jumper for similar reasons, I used to ride my bmx all over the place when I was younger but I rather ride my mountain bike around now but there are times when I pass by something and I wish I had my bmx with me. So a dirt jumper kinda works for both those things.

[@Peak_Mid]

I’ve been so on the fence about building up a dirt jumper but fuck it you’ve convinced me

[@mellissanash7517]

A dropper post would be cool to put on your DJ. You can you get one of those where the lever is at the seat to actuate it. Would add a bit more versatility to the bike.

[@ref498]

I was thinking the same thing. If I had the money I would put a dropper on every bike I have because it makes it feel so much more versatile and those seat actuated ones wouldn't mess with bar spins. The only problem I could see is seat angle not being right and seat tube angle would might put you too far back but having a higher seat would make the getting around town portion much more enjoyable.

[@stevesnailfish]

That's a fine reply....I couldn't ride around on this bike hitting my chin with my knees.... I've got an '07 GT Chucker I built up.....being in a flat part of eastern England, I just bung a long seatpost on it and use it as an XC bike.....Great fun though.....I'll certainly be looking into a dropper post as you suggested for this old battered bike.....

[@jasonw7053]

Could always just use a quick release seat post clamp too. I cant use that though cause my frame has an integrated seat clamp, I carry an allen key in my pocket when I remember though 😜

[@stevesnailfish]

@@jasonw7053 Old school '90's...Yeah !!!

[@Jackofafewtrades]

My guy, this is exactly what I want a DJ bike for. I want to commute in a tiny town (literally 18km end to end) and be able to do BMX shit when I'm in the mood. Thanks for validating my opinion.

[@tjcosta5769]

Really appreciate the "photo/vlog essay" format of this video. It suits the channel well!

[@StainFPS]

That's basically a 26" hardtail bike. I purchased a 29" BMX from SE Bikes lately and that's the best all-purpose bike ever, lacking a front suspension but it's fine, it gives the bike a better BMXish feeling. Nice video!

[@KemBroVids]

Agreed, as a Big Flyer myself, they're awesome street/park bikes, but I'm adding a Norco Rampage for more flow/jump trail riding.

[@stevenclease6500]

I really enjoy seeing Canada in the background to these videos. It's picturesque, clean, seems to have a good well maintained infrastructure and evidently only around 4, maybe 5 people live there.

[@HasanibnSabah]

A 6th person has moved in since this video dropped. Getting crowded.

[@EriebyCycle]

This is a good video, and that bike is cool... but I want to say that I really enjoyed the GTMX, and the Grouch. That sort of stuff influenced me a great deal. Growth is good too, and you seem to have a lot of it happening lately. Happy today.

[@whiskeytango7135]

Great video !!!!!! I agree with you on the dirt jumper. They are the most fun to ride,and great to hone your bike skills

[@Techwonderland]

Thank you Dr. Spindatt. Best therapy ever.

[@toddfears5133]

So I built a 2004 trek bruiser 2 as a dirt jumper, it worked, but last weekend my wife got me a haro steel reserve and I love it! Slightly different geometry made all the difference

[@joefowler3106]

Awesome choice, I love my old STP dirt jumper 😎

[@timleborgne]

Well, that was probably the most hilarious "Friends!" intro so far;)! And man, you sure made the most out of that skate park, pretty great!

[@derman3658]

Congrats on the soon to be married or am I the only one that misheard that. Sick vid btw

[@jessarellanes6648]

I think the dirt jumper is cool and different at the same time, like a BMX mtn bike. And nice that you rode with your dad I like that.

[@dvs620]

This is me, but with my single speed hardtail. I don't know any tricks, so skateparks are out. But I can bomb stairs, jump curbs and hit some trails if I want. And you're right, having a bike that can do basically anything is a lot of fun because it opens up so much more stuff to do than just sticking to roads.

[@onerider808]

Nice riding!

[@EricSampson]

DJers are so versatile, I think the name throws people off 😊

[@TheBassman396]

Today I am in Vancouver British Columbia and I will be wearing my spindatt Norton tee

[@Joshuakoffmansculpture]

I needed that.

[@onerider808]

Getting turned on to a good dirt jumper is the best thing that’s ever happened to me - it’s like having wings!

[@RLSteffler]

The front brake can be routed right through the fork steerer then you can ride trails better and still throw bar spins!

[@mattd7814]

That new fork looks so good

[@FonzoCapone]

dirt jumper or bmx cruiser for commuting and jumping curbs and stuff maybe some trails

[@Walking_Death]

So, I have a roadie (2 actually), a flat-bar roadie, CX bike, gravel bike, adventure bike, hardtail 29er and half a dozen 90s MTBs but "all I need" is a dirt-jumper... unfortunately, at my age that would be suicidal. Cool looking bikes, but I'm about 30 (okay...40) years too late for that stuff. yeah, there's a part of me that wants one... the same part that wants a hang glider or a jet-ski. I think there's a saying about mind, body and cheques that's applicable.

[@Paxonex]

Dam you convinced me to buy a dirt jumper

[@dalailambda9420]

"Just go ride" he says, as there's waves crashing into my garden, trees falling over, and slates blowing off roofs... Nah I think I'll just watch you have fun, and wait till the weather's better, so, probably April

[@CR250noob95]

Has the work on the dirt jump park stopped now? Haven't heard you mention it in ages

[@TheBounciestBooty]

i concur 👌🏽

[@hanzo8147]

Is the single speed ever a problem? I live in an area that has some hills but I have wanted a dirtjumper

[@joryharms7550]

Is that the Giant STP? If so, how do you like it? Looking to get a DJ myself and was checking out the Giant STP

[@dzastafahrai]

More DJ videos please. I was contemplating of selling DJ, but after watching your video I might wanna keep it. Just a commute to pump track is fairly long, so thinking a dropper

[@fkncarl9302]

My only bike is a dirt jumper with a 1x11

[@RobBastien]

Question: Do you lift the seat up of your DJ, when trail riding?

[@TeddyParker]

lol did you catch the DJ bug at the same time as me?

[@glennpettersson9002]

I do exactly the same thing except I go to the deli for a newspaper and coffee 😁

[@krYrrr]

I think I'd like a tiny skatepark like this... maybe I could finally feel not overwhelmed with the concrete stuff there and I'd learn how to ride them... 🤔

[@furrybunnyfeet]

that middle section of street bits and doomers felt like a Sam Pilgrim video👍

[@burningatthetrailhead]

I want to move back out east. Ontario sucks 😂

[@andyamos8594]

Whicked!

[@ryshort7255]

pedal grinding chainring side? Naughty naughty.

[@robertmyers5269]

Why not a single speed with a more conventional seating position? It would seem to be more comfortable/efficient for everything but that skate park. Maybe a dropper, or just lower the seat when you want to play there.

[@kristiandawe85]

Now I suddenly want a dirt jump bike, also congratulations to you and Angela on your soon to be marriage. I knew about the engagement for a while now from her instagram, didn’t want to bring it up out of respect for you 👍

[@johnbrann75]

The best bike is the one you have. Heard that somewhere.

[@jeanne-michaelduplessis]

Clap! Click! Friends!

[@greggr1591]

SIngle speeds are always the funnest, and those shoes are still the best. 👉🏻"Just Go Ride" 👈🏻

[@Create_o_raptor]

i only have dirt jumpers.. and a bmx

[@Spindatt]

I love both of those things

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

Hmm... 🤔

[@chazphot]

Hey Eric, that shirt is rad. Please stop making DJ content because I really really really cannot stress enough how much I don't need another bike.

[@kccauldron6411]

"...soon to be wife..." !!

[@zachs6191]

owns 20+ bikes... doesn't have a car bike rack hmm