What Is A Dirt Jump Mountain Bike?

Do you know what a Dirt Jump Bike actually is? No? Well Blake Samson is here to explain the different types of Jump Bike out there and how they differ.
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[@andreasharboe1631]

And thus the list of things I need in my life grew by one

[@TheSamJobson]

ahh, everyone's old friend, n + 1...

[@aussietrail-rider1492]

Sam Jobson just about to say that lol

[@stephdiesel2110]

agreed

[@andrearota2976]

Me too

[@altonellis123]

Same

[@Calum_S]

so that's where all the 26" wheels went.

[@jerzydaek6212]

I liked how you called 760mm bars super narrow

[@SardonicBastard]

Yes and 68.5 is a "real steep head angle"

[@rogerneilson815]

Lol shows where Mtn biking specs have gone in recent years... 68.5 used to be enduro world and 760 used to be DH

[@Yanai_H]

I think he got confused... 760mm bars are still considered pretty wide

[@k3nnyfoster]

chris akrigg built mine up and sold me it after making a video on it. its got 800w FR bars and a 50mm FR stem. works really well so nice to ride anywhere you want to take it. check "is chris playing out" on his channel to see it in action

[@TrollingBerry]

i was gonna Complain as well but there id already someone who did

[@ahmetkaanacar7925]

add more dirtjump tips plzz

[@sneakergangs161]

Ahmet Kaan Acar B

[@baydrerigorz8096]

Turkler her yerde :Dd

[@nopainnogain2994]

Türk lan sjsn:D

[@meteturhan3505]

as as as :D

[@nickrogers6441]

Blake, you bring such a good energy to the channel, don't ever change.

[@BlakeSamson8]

Thanks dude, I won't change man.

[@AceSkates]

I jumped a bike on a bike, is my bike a jump bike-bike or a jump-jump bike?

[@jacobbabcock8943]

^

[@tayzfn]

AceRidesBikes ?

[@aidenmcbreairty7524]

A bike bike jump

[@quantumleap4023]

It is a bike jump bike.

[@dingledee2704]

Bike jump bike

[@nichins]

GMBN's video editing has gotten very slick. Production is very professional.

[@arjii2070]

love u bro u literally helped me know what a jump bike is and u explained it so so well, keep It up

[@Ruben.Studio]

Do more videos about this please, I am interesting to know about this kind of bike discipline! :)

[@rodrigomilli4786]

Very nice explanation! Cheers from Brazil!

[@brandonvongphakdy8922]

I love this channel y'all post everything I need to know keep up the amazing content

[@willjose7672]

Love the videos keep them coming also I was wondering if you could make avideo on the best hardtails, and full suspension bikes of 2016

[@williambutler1955]

I just got one for free today from my buddy I grew up with. Just gotta fix the brakes and tire needs aligned or It’s bent. Thanks for the run down.

[@alexandre74neveu]

Really cool video Blake it's nice to have tips on jump bikes ! Just a question, what was the cassette you had on the Stitched 720 in the Bunny Hopp challenge ? It sounded sooooo great !

[@fieldsfieldsfields]

I had no idea what a dirt jump bike was and after watching this I know exactly!!!! Amazing vid

[@m-rezaabazar-ghafari8757]

Blake, you are such a loveable and awesome. The super star of GMBN. programs mean nothing without you. Thanks for your present.

[@7loveyours7]

Awesome to see mountain bikes getting dirt jump recognition. I used to jump with my 24 and 26 inch when I was a HS teenager back in like 2002-2004 because my mom couldn't afford a BMX bike as my friends were bmx'ers. I was the only one doing it but it was so fun. So to see a "dirt jump mountain bike" be a thing is really cool 👊🏾👌🏾

[@carloscvtg]

just bought one today for the first time. I wanna tell you guys I'm happy

[@mangalpuri2001]

It took me 4-5 years to get this concept cleared... Great video

[@ashkoninsd]

Would love to see a video on how to best get started on a DJ bike. What type of slopes are the safest, best type of park to get started on and just some pointers on how to get going without breaking the cranium! I just got my DJ bike at lofty age of 41. Trying to figure out how to ride it without dying first. Already had a gnarly crash dropping in incorrectly on a pavement berm at local pump track.

[@meecrob1261]

Just about to build my old 24inch frame back up.gonna be killer Project.

[@joshuamelendez2967]

Hey guys at GMBN! Been watching and learning so much! Thanks guys! Been on a DJ bike hunt now. But question with cranks. Between bmx and moutain, are those optional crank choices I have from the 25T and 32T. Or does it depend on the frame I use?

[@michaelloch3783]

I ride to have fun and not just to put hot laps on my Strava... I have a hand full of MTB's; Fat Bike, Carbon Full suspension trail bike, even a hard tail 29plus but I think a dirt Jumping MTB would be the next one on my list! Nice Video guys and keep it up!

[@Caleb10891]

Love these vids

[@audimalvin5763]

My dad buy my a bike look like this, i am little bit confused to see a big bmx but after i watched this now i know my bike is a dirt jump, thank you for the video

[@b4s0kong28]

Thanks for the info

[@KevMk3]

super handy for reference thanks

[@respectablebogan3276]

Awesome bro! Need more of this :):):):)

[@fragz905]

Gyros were the best thing for me doing tricks while keeping your bike looking clean

[@prodjpc34]

Really good video !

[@roundaround2448]

slick AF! do some comparison, reviews etc...

[@judewilson7738]

great video

[@TheVenomscare]

More dirt jump stuff guys ! You can really see hes passionate about what hes saying.

[@supermanbatman7445]

It does the job. Excellent product.

[@Sandman2866]

good video but you can run bmx cranks and a smaller chain ring on a dirt jumper depending on what type of bottom bracket your frame has I ride an NS DJ with salt bmx cranks

[@IDustyyy]

Love the video ! Well explain! I'm pretty new in this , im looking for a dirt jumper , in the same style and price range of the Norco Ryde26. Any recommandation ?

[@braydenlangford]

Hey rad video!

[@GregBarling]

Nice Video

[@weeman987hotmail]

I'm still rocking 2008 dmr drone reptoid, bomb proof, extremely heavy thou

[@tacoridesbikes]

I'm ridding a 2015 Norco rampage, spank components, mtb cranks, maxis tires and no breaks because I do truckdrivers (360 barspins) and it makes it easier to catch the bars

[@glennbroad2543]

Great videos, learning a lot, can I ask what bike you think is best to learn how to back flip? 39 isn’t to old to learn to backflip right? 😂

[@maxbradshaw]

For Christmas I got a norco Ryde 26 entry level bike it is so so so sick!!!

[@BikingVikingMTB]

Blake can you help! Im 6ft 4” 20st not fat what jump bike would be best man?? I have been jumping an orbea rallom m10 full Enduro I can jump to a point 17ft tt . Great content n love following you 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@nikitavital4003]

Cool video

[@tr33tv]

This bloke is funny! Good video mate

[@rologut]

Hello...thanks for the video! What is the name of the brake device what let you spin the bars? Also what will be the recomend lengh for the DJ 26" ? Regards Mr.Ro

[@JB-qj6jh]

good video pal,nice Scott aswell,iv got an 09 giant STP with a 3 piece crank 25 t sprocket and rear cog is 16t which Ino isn't the right ratio the local bike shops arnt the best they keep saying I can't run this model bike with 3 piece cranks as it is vertical dropouts just wondering if u had any advice I can't seem to find a 9t rear cog that will fit with a dmr single speed?

[@aldrinborja6799]

Thanks Blake..

[@bridgerbanks5361]

Could you do a video on what the best dirt jump bikes are?

[@richardhalford68]

Blake - Could you do a video on "5 or 10 Dirt Jump Bikes to consider"? I'm thinking about getting one, and don't know where to start, so a video on a few cheap, medium and expensive options would work for all. I want one to learn to jump and to use on decent pump tracks like the one at the 417 Fly Up project, so reference to what bike suits what usage would help too. Cheers. P.S. Saw the video of you and Steve Peat 'manualing' at Ashton Court the other week - funny. Cheers.

[@deinioldavies9153]

more please

[@gabrielomblero281]

I really want a dirt jumper so bad cuz its so cool, but also in budget. But im deciding to get a proper hardtail or a dirt jump, i definitely like the dj better but i also need to commute about 4km from home. I was planning to get a dj but do you think its even practical for like my comfort and etc?? I was just planning to get atleast a dropper on the dj?? Do recommend?? And can i have some opinions please? Thanks 🙏

[@edwardreyes8620]

I've decided to build a DJ rig but I'm curious as to what's the differences in fork types? I understand most DJ's are generally set up with either an 80mm, 100mm or a 120mm fork but what's the between a DJ specific fork vs a regular MTB fork with the same amount of travel???. Are the stations wider like a longer travel fork but with much less stroke length? are the air chamber internals set up for a stiff setup only? Basically, what makes a DJ specific fork different -if at all- from all other forks?

[@diedinkelbruder7019]

Happy Birthday scotty!:D

[@DeathSc00p]

760mm? That's not narrow 🤔

[@2dcutout]

That's what i thought! DJ bars back in the day were all sub 700mm! But high rise.

[@KlNGS0FA]

rise is life

[@MartianMoon]

Emil runs 735 lol

[@dantindley5181]

It's short in comparison to the bikes he usually rides, which have 780mm-800mm bars

[@clam9920]

Im riding high 660mm ns district

[@renzolo87]

Hey Blake, will you recommend a dirt jump for an auxiliary bike in order to improve jumping? Maybe start jumping on a dirtjump and after do the same on a mtb.?

[@maricelbonto3479]

Oohhhh! So this is one of Sam Pilgrim bikes

[@rigorhead01]

Awesome!

[@MTBEH]

Great video I am looking into getting a dirt jumper and I am 5 foot what tire size do you recommend

[@j.k.3044]

@Global Mountainbike Network is there a Dirt Jumper, you do recommend for Beginner? Thanks in advance.

[@faces_behind_shottahin]

Can you throw these around on staircases, walkway jumps, gap jumps and some mild mtb trails? Basically street trials and mild mtb?

[@diprosefamily59]

I am very interested in buying a dirt jumper bike but am wondering if it's better to buy brand new (If so what brand/model do you suggest?) or buy second hand? What should I be looking for? What price range is good? Cheers

[@UkkoPeltonen]

Very nice bike!

[@danclatworthy2861]

Can you do a video like this but of a trails bike? because I want to take it up. I can ballance on my bike really well. my bike is a s-works 29inch wheels and a 14inch frame

[@jonlavigne3270]

Why does it need suspension? And what kind of detangler works with hydraulic brakes? Can I get one for skateparks set up with four pegs, two disc brakes, a rigid fork, and a detangler?

[@sandy_knight]

MTB cranks can run smaller than a 30t chainring if it's direct mount. Hope do chainrings for their Evo cranksets that go down to 26t.

[@georgepappas7938]

I'm thinking about getting into street "freestyle riding" but like very basic e.g wheelies manual's, bunny hops etc would u recommend this or bmx

[@hunterwhitesell7699]

Can you do a build video for a dirt jumper. I have an k2 frame I don't use anymore and want to make it into a dirt jumper but I don't know what to buy for forks drivetrain etc. there's so many options out there. I want something that's reasonably priced for good quality.

[@srr1887]

DJ bike was my dream bike. After 15 years later i finally got my custom DJ bike. With all CrMo parts (frame fork crank hubs etc) i literally cried when i finished to build that bike. Man i was so poor when i was teen, from low-ball family. I only had $30 bmx with all iron/steel parts that heavy as hell, freewheel (no cassette), standard HT, heavy one piece crank etc. Everything vintage stuff but at worst quality

[@joshuawatts2653]

I was wondering how comfortable dirt jumpers are to ride. Im 5 foot 8 and am thinking of buying a canyon stitched pro 2019. I have a bike at the moment that hurts my back when i ride it. Do you know why and if i will have the same problen with the dj as theyre quite small. Thanks

[@deo900boy]

*serious question and concern* I want to get into jumping a little bit but I don't want to go full out I currently have a diamondback overdrive expert 29er but I'd like something smaller and more flippable I've been looking at the Diamondback LINE or sync'r because it fits my price point what are my other options under $1,000

[@shubhdubey9525]

I currently have a 26" tyre 21 speed hard tail front suspension( suspension condition same as u stated) hybrid bike i am thinking of converting it into a dirt jump bike since its been almost 7-8 years to this bike and it was my first so i want to change it a bit for fun should i go for it (mine is steel frame kinda heavier than aluminium one)

[@encodedvision3234]

Hey there i bought a Saracen ALX and the back wheel axel is with horizontal sliding drop outs instead of how it is on the bike described on this video :/ sliding drop outs vs normal dropouts would really be an interesting video for me but there is none out there and i have no clue what their purpose is :/

[@BOOMBIKE]

Nice video

[@niallkeane3794]

I’m planning on getting a new bike and I mainly ride jumps and urban riding but I also sometimes go “real mountain biking” so would something like a jump bike suit me I’m on a lowing budget and always bend wheels so I think something stronger like a jump bike would be best. Thoughts?

[@dunkinking]

Bought one. Changed my life and my way of riding. Love my dirt jumper.

[@goncalobaptista3042]

hey, I'm looking for a dirt jump bike, I'm interested in the Santa Cruz jackal it looks so fresh but it got 27.5-inch wheels, and is there any better bike 500- 800 dollars range

[@hobmarg]

Why not use a direct mount/cinch crank setup so you can run smaller chainrings (26t for example)?

[@damntall2000]

Awesome video! I'm a beginner in dirt jumping, and I'm improving fast! But there are always other things I want to try along with the dirt jump practice, and some of those things include practicing street trials. So I've been thinking... It SEEMS to me like a dirt jumper's geometry is similar to a proper trials bike (not the seatless competition ones... I mean like Insipired Bikes, for example). I know the handlebars on a trials bike like that are somewhere between dirt jump and BMX for extra reach when doing tricks like up to rear... etc. BUT apart from that... Q: Apart from suspension forks and handlebars, how different are dirt jumpers and street trials bikes in areas of the geometry like BB height or wheelbase/reach (or other areas) that might matter to a beginner? I feel like I can do both jumping and trials practice on a single bike like a dirt jumper with the fork locked out... until I get good enough at trials to invest in an actual trials bike with a fully rigid fork. Can you shed some light on this for me??

[@HARA999_]

You can do trials on a dj, but dont do dj on a trials bike

[@choccolgate2536]

Dj convert to trials might be possible🤙

[@theoilic493]

Hi GMBN i am thinking of building a dirt jump bike, out of these two which one would you recomend for dirt jumping, fox 36 100m or rockshox pike dj 100m

[@restinpeperoni283]

Ive got a question.I have a 26" leafcycles (ruler I think) witch bmx cranks that have a leangth of about 16.5 cm from screw to screw. If i would try to do a barspin however I would hit my front foot on the pedal no matter where I place it. Is this because of the geometry of the bike, can I avoid that with shorter cranks (If there are any) or is there anything else I could do ?

[@quentinradsma7616]

Hi Blake How how 120mm front fork affect a jump bike? I want an all round bike to do street trials on.

[@zenargaming1257]

noob question just starting, how long is the ideal handlebar for dirt jump? I was ok with 750mm when I was in my enduro bike.

[@alanr4263]

Can run a extra Cog on it to switch gears.Would it be good mountain bike trail where there's steep hills easy to ride up?

[@larrybanks2403]

They look so clean

[@samappleby1982]

can you do more videos on a dirt jump bike

[@BlakeSamson8]

I'll be working on some very soon

[@samappleby1982]

thank you

[@finnlacey1783]

@@BlakeSamson8 I want a budget mountain bike under 400 that s light and reliable any ideas

[@idunnowhattonamemyself9935]

@@finnlacey1783 Have ou found one? If so which one I am looking for a good one myself

[@akmcg]

@@finnlacey1783 not happening

[@dummkompf]

Is a kid's mountain bike with 24" wheels about the same size as an adult's dirt jumper? All I have at my house is a road bike and a kid's mountain bike (schwinn mesa), so I've been using the kid's bike to learn some basic mountain biking skills starting with the manual... good idea??

[@zh4433]

do you think this bike would make a good all rounder? commuting/trails/dirt jumps? nothing hardcore just want to get into it to keep fit and a bit of fun but normal cyclings boring and i dont like normal mountain bikes or full suspension.

[@benmcgahan311]

GMBN do you recommend having a 7 speed downhill kinda cassette on a slopestyle bike??

[@paolocianci3861]

I’ve got a 26 norco ryde 2020 with disk brakes. I ride at the skate park a lot. Can I run some pegs on this bike, the disc brakes are in the left and that’s the side I want the pegs on. Any feedback will be appreciated

[@sandornagy4915]

Can you talk about what is the cog and the chain ring teeth ratio on a dirt jumper?

[@fishnfreak04]

Can u do a vid like this but have best bikes under 500 or 400 that would be great

[@makeitbrown]

Blake, I’m building my first DJ Bike. I’m using a Pivot Point frame I’ve got a question about handlebars. I’ve noticed a lot of people are using raised handlebars. What benefits am I getting using a raised bar? What size of rise would you recommend? And how do I find out how narrow I should use for the bar width?

[@hexix9s]

Your giving yourself more room for your knees basically and higher more vertical riding position. I run 75mm

[@sheogorathdaedricprinceofm320]

They essentially are a bmx frame that has been fitted with a longer set of suspension forks, gears and a different chainring and crank.

i want to rebuild my old scott voltage yz 15 from the year 2009 into a dirtjumper but im wondering is the frame good and meant for that?

[@vcvl8850]

Nice bike, how many mm does your fox36 on your dirt jump bike set up?

[@kennyd1744]

Could you help me out with the bb/cranks of the scott? I want to put some RF Sixc Cranks on my Voltage frame but dont`t know if it will fit...

[@callumholliday9888]

what wold u recommend the best wheelset is for font and back and should i get renthal fatbars or sixpack mellinuim???

[@albinb5731]

ok so i have an old scott yz 30 bike laying around and i thought about changing out the suspension and brakes and making it a dirt jump bike. is it a good idea?

[@aaronformstone4469]

Hi iv been riding for about 25 years now n just getting back in to it now iv compleatly lost touch with evrything do you think it's wise to get my daughter into it now or npt

[@xristosdelis8095]

Can you make a video where you show how to change this bike into trial one?