Unicycle Tutorials - How to Crank Flip [In-Depth]

A unicycle tutorial on how to crank flip. A classic in people's first unicycle tricks in extreme unicycling. In this tutorial I'm going to be breaking down this super important flip trick (it's basically the equivalent of the kickflip in skateboarding - it's the base for almost all other flip tricks in extreme unicycling). Despite it being closer in look to the crank flip in bmx, it actually holds more similarity to the kickflip in skateboarding as both are HUGE building blocks for almost all other flip tricks in their sports.
🔥 Important Tutorial Stuff HERE ⬇️
I've broken this video into 2 parts with sub-sections (scroll down to see the ⏰ TIMESTAMPS ⏰ so you can navigate the video better)
A lot of the prerequisite unicycle tricks in this video also referenced in the Top 10 - Beginner Unicycling Tricks video. You can find that HERE for reference
👉 • Unicycle Top 10: Begin...
1️⃣ The 1st part addresses the prerequisite unicycle tricks you should learn before attempting the crank flip & why you should learn these specific tricks. Here you have a) Ariels/No-Footers, b) Revs & c) Zero Plants. These tricks hold a lot of similarities to the techniques used in performing the crankflip so it's important to try & learn these tricks to make sure your time learning the crank flip is easier. I cover the specifics & how these tricks will help throughout the video.
2️⃣ The 2nd part covers the actual crankflip itself. In this part I breakdown the technique & the overall idea for doing the crank flip. This is where I explain the idea of pushing the pedals "down & out". The next section covers the 2 most COMMON PROBLEMS you'll encounter when trying to land the flip. After showing the problem, I'll follow up with how you can correct this problem along with some bonus tips & tricks on getting your 1st crankflip 😊
⏰ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 "Unicycling's Kickflip"
0:26 What is a Crank Flip?
0:55 Part 1 - Three Prereq. Unicycle Tricks
1:02 Section 1a)
2:06 Section 1b)
3:19 Section 1c)
4:32 Part 2 - How to Crank Flip
4:47 Section 2a)
5:49 Section 2b)
9:17 Final BONUS Tip
✌️ And if you're a new comer and don't know who I am
My name is Jack Sebben I'm an extreme unicyclist who started in early 2010. Today, I still ride hard as a unicycle pro, but now I'm also making videos to give back to this awesome community and expand the sport of extreme unicycling! 👊 👊
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[@griffioengamer1129]

I'm looking forward to a tutorial on the rolling wrap.

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

It’s on the list man! Hopefully you’ll get that tutorial soon 🙌

[@jeromec7367]

I landed my first ever double flip thanks to your video! It was THE advice that I needed to snap my pedals properly! Thank you! 🙏

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Oh man that makes me so happy!! Congrats on your double flip Jerome. Glad I could help :) you should post a video of your double flips and link me up 😜

[@onewheelappeal4378]

Yes Jack yes been trying to do a crankflip for a while bro much needed it's like u read my mind 🔥🔥🔥😎😎😎

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Aaaaaay Lewie! Thanks man 🙏 It’s a tough trick man! I spent forever trying crankflips too. Once it finally clicks you’ll be sure to get it fast. Just tough to wrap your head around the technique. And when you do land it it’ll open up a whole new world for yah! Excited for you man, hope you get it soon and glad to have read your mind 🧠

[@groovyunicyclist]

Great tutorial! Would also love to see one about catching tricks. I noticed you caught quite a few of the flips you did in this video.

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

I’ll add it to the list ;) catching crankflip definitely requires a bit different of a technique so it’s a worthwhile suggestion. Thanks Nick :)

[@baymaz9645]

Thanks so much! I am going to work on the technique of the crank flip

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

No problem Bay! You got it, and once you get it it’ll open up a whole new world of tricks in unicycling for you ;)

[@joran6774]

PERFECT !

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Glad to hear you think so 😊

[@doamono]

Yes mate, all really good stuff! There wasn't any tutorials when I was learning, just watching other people's videos and trying to replicate it... I'm sure this will help quite a few people out! I especially like the stuff at the end re commitment issues, was honestly the biggest issue for me with crank flips. I ended up committing when my brother offered me a dollar to land them one day haha. Keep the content coming lad 😊

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Thank you thank you Sam! The amount of tutorials was pretty limited even for 11 years ago around when I started. Thanks, because I questioned whether to add that section of the tutorial and address those common issues. But I decided to because I honestly think it’s the hardest part of most tricks in uni - especially crankflips. Most of it is very mental. I’d go as far to say 80/20 mental-physical.

[@tapesock1387]

I needed this thank you

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Dude thank you 😊 I’m glad I could help!

[@onlyonewheel]

going to commit on next session 🔥🙏🏻

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

I don’t believe you, please film.

[@nielsverhamme5345]

thanks this tutorial really helps

[@mr.cheese6789]

Amazing tutorial will help a lot

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Glad to help Mr.Cheese 🙏 thanks man 🧀

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Also lemme know when you get it!

[@FABICIRCUS]

This video is awesome, I really like the common problems section, I got the zero plant but I'm having issues fliping the cranks in the air but I will try to snap the cranks I never thought that but it makes sense. I just started to land the unispin and It's kind of the same principle like leaning the frame a little bit backwards helps a lot with the balance in order to land back to the pedals. It's all about the right angle and the momentum. Thanks Jack!

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Dude no problem :) it really is just wrapping your head around the concept of snapping and flipping for crankflips. It’s so foreign at first but once it clicks it sticks! Glad I could help and hopefully you get it soon Fabi 👊

[@mikemartinez7306]

Thanks, good advice

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Thanks Mike 🙏

[@lauraaguilera5536]

after watching the video I want my crankflips back !!

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

You lost them? 😭 Go get them back Laura, you got them 💪 I love the speed you use to ride into them with !

[@JJ_Binks]

I tried the snapping technique snapping the crank off

[@akeykspyorane3218]

I can land them on one foot almost every time but for some reason i cant get my front foot on the pedals. Right now i have corona but when im healthy ill try again.

[@griffioengamer1129]

Just commit and you will land it

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Damn, that’s frustrating! Also sorry to hear you have the virus 😕 hope you get better and I’m sure you’ll get it quick, you sound really close!

[@alexa_366]

“Snapping your cranks” Instructions unclear: now have to buy new cranks

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Hahahaha Alexa noooo 😂 best comment I’ve seen here ☝️

[@alexa_366]

@@jacksebbenunicyclist haha 😂

[@alexa_366]

@@jacksebbenunicyclist i’ll dm you on discord when ive got the hub replaced xD

[@monovega9649]

Hi Jack, what is the ideal height of the unicycle according to my height?

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Hey Mono, it’s tough to say because seat high comes down to preference for people. If you’re just learning to ride it’s recommended to have your seat just below your belly button. But of course experiment with some varying heights and set it to what’s comfortable for you. Hope this helps dude ✌️

[@dantemontoya1414]

🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@satsmot]

[@jacksebbenunicyclist]

Thank you for the algorithm push Ivar