The Best BMX Bike For Your Budget! Luxuries Vs Necessities!

In today's Tech Thursday Phu Vu (@_epicbmx) walks us through all the differences in entry level BMX Bikes, mid level and custom completes!He also goes into detail on the main differences between what he considers the necessities versus the luxuries when making your choice The Best BMX Bike For Your Budget! Luxuries Vs Necessities!
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[@gamaliersoto5527]

A 40 yrs old guy here just get my first bmx.. ready to start the sport ..

[@aquilonianace4791]

I bought a mongoose from toys-r-us that lasted me 14 years. Nothing broke. I just got tired of it. I wouldn't do any stunts just bunny hop, ride off curves and some flatland, besides riding it for thousands of miles. I never changed anything on it. Phu is right, in my case because I didn't ride hardcore I didn't need chromoly. I was 190lbs, lean and strong too, so I wasn't a 120lb kid either. That bike was indestructible. Black and yellow mongoose boiler, year 2000. Weighed about 35lbs

[@VAustin89]

I would go with 100% chromoly frame bars and fork even for a beginner since if they won't stick with it, a chromoly parts would have better resale value than hiten.

[@pinchpeak5203]

I wanted to try bmx and bought a 100% chromoly custom bsd, rode for like 2 months before breaking my arm, after all that I sold it for more than I bought it for Year later and I am now looking for a new one cause I miss riding, won't give it up as easy this time hopefully

[@buddy3007]

@@pinchpeak5203 idk if you still ride but you gotta stick with it if you want to get good

[@steve00alt70]

did you not watch the video? what if the person doesnt stick to it? it would then be a waste of money

[@TheSamwhyte]

Im a 33yr old mountain biker and just bought my first ever BMX three days ago for £300. It’s a full chrome Federal Lacey. No brakes. Pivot seat. Lots of Stranger and BSD components. Bought my own Odyssey Aitken tyres though. People really should research and properly scour the 2nd hand markets

[@KLAW.kompany]

I'd love to go round that shop picking parts to build my ideal bmx

[@zeynabavraham8594]

all kids dream fs

[@buffalobill4875]

Mad respect you could lie your ass off and up sell but you keep it real and tell it how it is love these videos thanks alf and vu for doing what you do!!👊

[@HypeMike13]

100% agree with this. When I got into MTB I brought a $3.5K Santa Cruz and didn’t end up sticking with it.

[@CrymInAction]

If I just started out and had a Subrosa, I'd be pretty stoked for sure!

[@julio9901]

I have a Subrosa Tiro from 2016 with some recent updates and it's going great!

[@bulletproof4716]

I got a BMX bike that i paid $200 and very similar to the first bike but for an adult. Some people I came cross calling junk and saying it would never survive a good jump. Which I replied I'm not going to be doing any type of jumping besides the occasional curb. I got a bike that fit my needs and been an excellent bike. Also I appreciate your honesty

[@julio9901]

I have a Subrosa! It is a Tiro 2016 model but I bought it second-hand in 2017 from someone who only used it for walks on the beach. After buying a rear brake kit from it, I am very happy with how well it works. After a couple of years of not riding I have decided to go big and have upgraded some parts. The one that makes me most excited is an Odyssey F25 chrome fork with front brakes. I'm looking forward to trying it along with the other updates!!

[@MattyJamesGames]

I love your energy! Thanks for this!

[@rogerotc]

Great video. Thank you Phu 👍🏾

[@Daniel-yf9iy]

Good info. Well presented

[@pauljames4510]

I didn’t get on a chromo frame and fork till I was 14 then I went away from complete bikes and started making custom Bmx’s with the parts I wanted 👍🙌🚲💨

[@JohnReynolds123]

Phu is da man! All the way from Puerto Rico!

[@teshuvahemmet3036]

Thanks for the info 👍

[@richmondderek]

Just stumbled upon Epic and these vids, really rad! I love how you educate the riders and it really shows you know and care. If I was gonna buy a new BMX, I'd make the trip from Santa Monica to Westminster for sho!

[@AlfredoMancuso]

🤝🤝

[@jeeprubicon6650]

Great great video. I’m barely getting into them and enjoying my bmx. They are easy to work on, add/change tires etc.

[@bronzepkmn]

I found a 2021 kink gap xl and a pawn shop for 200 bucks really good condition I just picked it up and putting some aftermarket parts on it

[@crackwhore9000]

I just bought the Subrosa after a 25 year break, a lot have changed since the Dyno Compe i rode back in the days. So far really happy with tiro.

[@YxungChe]

Any thought on the elite destro? It would help to know

[@Kukoka_Ch.]

I personally have never started BMX but am planning to I just want to point out that alot of people talk about price differences like 200-300 dollar differences as if its normal but for people like me who know almost nothing about the sport it seems like a major investment

[@Matt85USA]

Question is. 5'10 190lbs man. What would be the best size or even bike for me? Wanting to ride ramps with my 10year old son. I was looking at the FIT STR LG 2021 complete? Not sure. Thanks

[@albertomoreno7101]

This is a sign that I need to get a bike again

[@phillipwilliams8805]

I just wanted to say what is the cost difference between a single and a double wall rim not sealed or non sealed hubs. That’s what me as rider is going to think so that a kids can go either street or park with out having to worry about his bike.

[@TeeJaySkates]

I have a Haro frame, and I’m buying Sunday tires, cult tubes, and Sunday grips. It’s my first BMX I got it for 175 on Kijiji.

[@xxxthamasterxxx]

I just bought a haro leucadia 20.5” after a 6+years hiatus. I’m about 190lbs and i do NOT ride hard, mostly pump track or street, bunny hops here and there. Will this thing break on me? Im planning on getting new pedals as i hate these plastic ones that came with it.

[@pearsonivey3538]

Where would be a safe place to buy the subrosa online ??

[@shanswanwaters5822]

Thank you so much for thos video. Because i want to buy a bike for my 7 year old grandson this summer. And he's just learning how to ride a bike.

[@A_S189]

I got a used wtp arcade 2019 and it's great, had no problems so far

[@robertlund5694]

The back end might bend first if you do spinning tricks (seen it happen to older arcades over the years)!

[@sickofthebs93]

Nice! I got a 2019 WTP reason used. Practically brand new

[@SwooshingTinCity802]

Is the free agent vergo a good bike?

[@Mic420m]

Thank you

[@kyleyazzie3022]

NICE VID GUYS

[@nastynate9496]

What’s an entry level bike for a big man 6ft 275? Been looking at Kink gap xl and subrosa tiro xl. My kid wants me to ride park with him. He’s new to BMX and my last BMX bike was a dyno compe in 1995. Lol

[@ewanyau]

Thanks

[@keam210tx]

Wants vs needs…bmx you need a bike to start out but want the cromo pivotal sealed deal over time. It’s like a car, not everyone starts off in a sheepey audi or lambo but I bet they all know how a civic drives. Another A1 Phu session 🍻

[@sgtgamingfeederz6706]

I just got my Haro Leucadia. And i am a beginner and its good bike the beginner. And i like drive and its feel good. You have a point this video. And sorry my english. I from Finland. Good video💪💯.

[@revvolutionz]

Where’s Phu Gang?!

[@brokenbearings6349]

Right here brother

[@50WTLYD]

That’s what I did. I started with a beginner 24” SE So Cal Flyer to see if I would dig the Bikelife thing and so I did ride it for a while. Then later I took it up a notch and went all out and got a 29” Dblocks Big Ripper

[@flash7144]

Did u learn combos and all that on the 24 in?

[@50WTLYD]

@@flash7144 I’m simple guy who just loves riding for the sake of riding

[@ilikechildren6003]

Where do I get that first white bike at

[@siyabongakGaming]

Is there a way to work for a bike as im unable to afford one and I’m from South Africa maybe work remotely, the conversion from dollars to rand is a bit too much this side , is there a way to work for you guys and work for luxury bmx bike (2021 Malon )

[@eugenecastro6202]

I love the white one wish having like that someday

[@BennyAndTheJets86]

Dude where is this shop? I wish they had something like this near me 😐

[@91fox35]

Any and all riders will learn what they need as they develope 👍👍👍

[@jeremiefitzpatrick9722]

The middle subrosa is perfect for a kid that loves bmx, rather he’s good or not or wants to stick to the bmx life. Cause he will enjoy it so much more over the years and it’s a luxury and a great investment. I’ve had entry bikes and hated them lol. because the back cassette hub went out after like a week of use, Cheap parts.. so it’s worth spending a little more cash for tougher parts that hold up.

[@Fixingeverthingwithaengine567]

Back in the day. We use to brake something on our bikes. We would just take back home and rebuild for next time.

[@asherweck]

I been riding bikes for 15+ years . Wanted a sponsor at a point. Trying to build a bike recently has been impossible. Every frame I’ve wanted has been sold out. I got the money now but not the market. I need to build this whip ASAP

[@Elhamburitto]

Well I started BMX on my 1994 gt Dyno vfr

[@3A92T]

how much its worth for redline bmx RC code

[@furleyforever]

I don't think aluminum sprockets are stronger. Yet, they are thicker and usually machined in a way that provides better chain engagement which theoretically will make the chain last longer.

[@teamextreme86]

i started out on a haro f2 :)

[@felixyanes]

Kink has fire completes but they are heavy. I have the 21 whip

[@northernnugsuk1091]

I wish we had bmx shops in the uk I can't find anything over here

[@alexl.1896]

2019 subrosa salvador is a great budget bike. I currently ride it and I love everything about the bike. #UNDERTHEROSE

[@kazurules]

I'm planning to start bmx and I'm not a kid :) Will a beginner bike last long enough for an adult too? Here in my country, we don't have many options. We mainly have Sunday and WTP, and only a few Kink, Subrosa and Cult. Which do you guys recommend around 300-500$ ? I sold my previous bike which was very heavy (33 lbs). I'd love to get a light bike, to bunny hop and spin easily, cruise and other basic tricks later (mainly park). I'm 5,35 tall and weight 132 lbs. Not strong :D Thanks guys, love all of your videos and Phu's tech advice! Will watch them all! :)

[@openairthinking2198]

Kink i belive would be good for quality and price.

[@openairthinking2198]

You also should look up a size chart for your height to know what tube length to get. Hope this helps.

[@devilmyke]

I'm well struggling..I want to run my front brake cable through my forks but it goes to a u brake.. I'd have to have my cable coming out the bottom of the forks to feed into the top of the u brake and I can't find an upside down thread u brake..aggh

[@garretteverett2613]

If you haven't found a solution yet, many old-school brakes allow you to swap the pinch bolt and cable guide between the brake arms, allowing it to be fed from above or below. I just hooked mine up through the fork from below and it looks sick.

[@StainFPS]

I think mid-range budget bikes are always the best, because it gives better evolution than an entry level bike. And that mid-budget thing is something I apply to everything in my life. Entry level is for people that just want to taste something, but if they somehow like that thing, they'll regret not having the upper version of it. For a BMX, whatever usage you'll ride it, a full Chromoly bike will always be the best, and that 10 years old kid will be able to keep his bike for a decade with evolving parts, instead of having a HiTen frame and having to buy a full new bike again.

[@19AGJ86]

Where's this shop?

[@Fixingeverthingwithaengine567]

I have a subrosa letum. I ride mtb,rigid,and bmx. I ride a lot more mtb though since the pandemic.

[@Zayuri-uq3wl]

What kind of bmx for 260?

[@jorgereyna4119]

How about a cult devotion 29er what you think

[@8bitsamurai6]

Depends on how fast youd need to upgrade. I've always been a veliver in not getting bottom barrel and try to get mid tier if you can. Not that other bike is bottom but much cheaper. Great video tho. Im getting my forst bmx bike and good to know if worth ot.

[@funhouse1077]

I don't know how the heck they break bikes. I always had hi tense steel bike and never broke them even tho I would aways jump high as heck without any soft landings.

[@owen687]

Dude this video is forcing me to get to get a new frame. Investing soon 😂

[@AlfredoMancuso]

Hahaa solid investment

[@joelvideira5360]

Epic!!!!

[@s7v7nfiv5]

What complete do you guys recommend under$600 with short back end.

[@AlfredoMancuso]

Subrosa Signature line!

[@cdotaz2924]

Fitbikeco STR everything sealed tri moly frame for 420$ 12.6 back end to

[@BigDaddyKai620]

I had a dino that was ultra strong and light. This bike was so light you can do burnouts. I wish I could find one like that again.

[@jeremyhigdon9733]

I called this guy's store in Huntington Beach CA. Nice guys but only thing that sucks is that they don't ship bikes. Only local. Was really hoping to do business with them.

[@kingbrandonguzz787]

What are your thought on the cult devotion Alfredo 🤔

[@tugboat8475]

Back in the day, luxury was owning a Skyway, Mongoose, Redline, Diamondback, SupaRoo, Haro. Budget was Kmart or Big W

[@imagesinla8575]

Cook Bros. Racing

[@themocho]

Nice sandals😉

[@weathdone]

first vid for me...Sub press:) awesome vid brotha.. Love the honesty and how u explained things.. keep up great content!!!

[@hottotty13]

He’s doing it again! Lol

[@openairthinking2198]

I bought a 2021 fit series one and in 4 days have bent a rim have a crunchy crankshaft and loose headstock. $435 bite in the a**. I am hoping i can swap out all the parts but am unsure how universal the bike is.

[@TheSirDuckofAwesome]

Yeah their wheels and cranks suck - just replace the wheel and tighten the cranks you’ll be good

[@openairthinking2198]

@@TheSirDuckofAwesome I plan on getting a dans comp and in time replacing the bb's with some sealed ones. But i think i would need a new crank shaft and stuff

[@isaachill89]

Why did you not show the Letum!? Lol

[@colekeeter9243]

What I did is got a 300$$ bike I am 14 then I slowly got oil slick and raw parts then added onto my old bike

[@santiagoortiz3643]

Made It 👍

[@AlfredoMancuso]

My dude!

[@tunaman8168]

Cures my boredom'

[@AlfredoMancuso]

💯👊🏻

[@yograjmathure7517]

Nice man. Good explanation. I need one good BMX in India. My budget is 30000 indian rupees. I don't know custom charge and other shipment charges. Can you please suggest me any idea. Please

[@AlfredoMancuso]

Unfortunately international shipping is always more costly than trying to source something closer by

[@yograjmathure7517]

Brother i found some dealers in local. And I like one bmx price is 45000 indian rupees and convert it us dollar then 590$. Please see the specifications bro. And tell me is that good in price range. Frame: Full 4130 CROMO 20.75TT 4130 w/ 13.25 CS, Handle Bar:- 9" Rise and 28" Fork:- 30mm Offset Full 4130 CRMO KMC Chain, Fat Seat, 6061 50mm Alloy Stem, 25*9 Gearing, 170mm 3pcs CRMO Tubular Cranks, 19mm Fully Sealed MId BB, Plastic Pedals, 2.4 Front and Rear tyres, Double WAll Rims, Krayton Rubber Grips, Sealed Integrated Headest, U-TYpe Brakes, Alloy Brake lever 4 Steel Pegs 10.9 kgs Thanks bro

[@christopheremmet5160]

I recently just switched to a more aggressive geo and I decided to buy a local brand to support them and also so I can have a feel for the more aggressive geo. I've grown to love the aggressive frame and I might buy a fiend on my next one

[@joninfiction]

Shhhhhiiiiii, I might need to get a better frame.

[@ytelpeloncito5151]

My subrosa got stolen I had odyssey chromed hazard lites cassette hub sealed bearings kink chinaski seat all around I'ma get another Subrosa soon

[@astronomical_jay]

I got a buget of 400-450

[@dennisd4452]

If you was in the south burbs of Chicago... I'd be broke.

[@jbirddude6491]

What about a beginner thats 5 foot 8 220 pounds

[@BigTree412]

Phu Listen I love my rant squad tires and swear by em and I ride hard it’s an awesome tire 😞

[@mikeaze423]

Long term 200$ up on price will save you many hundreds in future parts replacements

[@LRMTB]

can anyone help: I have a decent amount of experience at mountain biking, in fact you can view my level by looking at my channel as I make youtube vids too, and I would like to give BMX a shot; I can obviously do bunnyhopping, jumps, the odd trick in the air, etc etc and I also think BMX would be very beneficial for my MTB skills, can anyone recommend a bike or company to have a look at? Thanks

[@davidjean-louis8885]

A new rider needs the entry level when he gets up there in bmx then you can get that

[@noahmanderson3639]

today i was bmx'ing with my Canadian tire bike and i did maybe two double peg grind attemps and then the god dame fucking front weel fel of,and im broke as fuck so i can't get a new one.

[@slammedjdm9859]

So Alfredo you say kid but what about for adult what's a good beginner bike for a adult

[@AlfredoMancuso]

Depends on your height/weight and what you want to ride:

[@slammedjdm9859]

@@AlfredoMancuso 5'8. 215. And BMX for beginners

[@AlfredoMancuso]

Rad! Subrosa Brand has some really solid entree level bike that won’t break the bank 🤝

[@slammedjdm9859]

What size bike should I get at that height and weight For that brand

[@ghostlaewon]

phu iz rad!!!

[@AlfredoMancuso]

Big time!

[@chazzking5046]

Noti gang 🤟🏽

[@teamextreme86]

also what happens if the kids gives up on bmx , \

[@mordhev]

Alfredo talking about a begginer buying a bike : "This right here, that little kid doesn't really need it" Me, aged 35 looking to buy my first BMX: ...

[@jackooo999]

If anything we all are metaphorically "that little kid" at some point lol no matter the age. Never too late for it if u ask me tho

[@averagejoerider6352]

The thing is buying an entry-level bike only to replace it with a more capable one in a year or so makes no sense either. By the way where is your shop located?

[@markcreamer3196]

I got a used in mint condition the kid never rode it still had those little rubber things on the side of the tires 100% full chromoly everything Double wall rims in mint condition 2022 Kink switch for $180

[@user-qu2ov4dq9r]

I wanna buys some bikes an stuff where u at ..

[@marqueswood1447]

At the same time you gotta give the kid a dope bike to peel his ass off the video games. If you get a cheap bikes he or she just may be like, I ain’t riding that crappy bike. Not saying that the Sabrossa is crap but just making my point between low end and mid level or nice enough to be socially acceptable or desired. Is that worth $200? For an 11 yr old, I say hell yeah. When I was eleven I wanted a GT or the all chrome Hutch. What did I get? I got a BS Kent 20 inch from Toys R Us. I still rode it but if I had the GT or Hutch, I would of slept with it and kept it in my room and probably would still have it 35 yrs later. Just a point that sometimes first class pimpin is only a small amount of cash and a way better long term investment. Had I had that Hutch or early GT, it’d be worth $4000.

[@battlestrats]

Guys just get a gateway