World’s First Wheelchair Frontflip - Aaron “Wheelz” Fotheringham

When backflips get too hard, go for the frontflip.
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[@bkm223]

I'm 49 and disabled. Have Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (joint/muscle contractures) and Osteogenesis Imperfecta (brittle bone disease). Been handicapped since birth, started using a wheelchair permanently around 7 years old. I've done some crazy shit in my life: racing down steep hills, jumping ramps, trying to ride motorcycles when I can't even walk, holding onto car bumpers going at 40+ mph. I've broken quite a number of bones in the process. Severely broke and screwed up my left leg once when I crashed racing down a steep hill while weaving between people and jumping curbs and medians. Had this type of thing been around when I was younger, I would probably have killed myself trying to do it. This guy gets my total respect. From one generation to another, keep doing you Aaron. Give those who are in a similar situation something to live for. :)

[@janbrewster7515]

My wife is in a wheelchair you are our hero big ups to you

[@ns-tech1304]

Get her to do backflip bro

[@hopoff812]

@@ns-tech1304 shut up

[@GitHubStiizz]

@@hopoff812 chill 😅

[@ProbablyNotLegit]

@@GitHubStiizz nah Jan was kinda letting his heart out the box and someone immediately made a joke out of it.. idk man it's just not right with me to take the piss out of someone after that. Like it's the kinda shit that makes dudes kill themselves because opening up wasn't an option. I mean, don't deep it but imo the boundaries of respect still should exist even on the internet, yknow?

[@ProbablyNotLegit]

@@ns-tech1304 lol that would be epic but best leave it to the professionals

[@ajpdeschenes]

It's so cool to see his mother encourage him like that!!!

[@aitorjara100]

he's "special"

[@foufoufun]

Greatest mother in the world in such a weird way lol.

[@saml6941]

My mom would be up there screaming and dragging me back down the stairs, possibly killing me in the process but at least I'm not going down the ramp right

[@tradesmanbear9738]

I agree that part made me tear up lol so inspirational

[@maestrotonic2759]

Alex D true mother right there

[@PatrickPaul1203]

Dude gets bored doing back flips in his wheelchair so he pushes out a front flip. Legend status achieved!

[@SilentHotdog28]

he was already a legend doing backflips in a fucking wheelchair.....now he's immortalized :D

[@ezpznoob8092]

this is nothing he does double fronties and double cork 1080s lol

[@brandimullins8813]

Even his mom is hardcore like YEAH HE'S GONNA LAND IT! Other moms with a son in a wheelchair would be begging him not to do this stuff but NOPE she's as awesome as he is lol

[@UndeadSauerkraut]

Nothing to do with him being in a wheelchair. My mom would try to kill me no matter with what vehicle I try a front flip on a huge ramp and im 26 lol

[@jefflester4131]

I kinda feel like the mom should have waited until after the gang celebrated with him.

[@johnyrevenge6356]

Hardest thing as a parent is to let your kid go out and cane themselves as they explore their boundaries. That wasn't in the Child Raising 101brochure. Aaron, you the man.

[@hardwirecars]

dude she is just trying to be supportive you can hear it in her voice she prays something will stop him from even starting she is terrified for him.

[@virginialeonard8763]

Hashanah "He's going to...? Rrrrrighttt?"

[@drewkloss]

Please someone explain one reason why someone would dislike this video. He's such an inspiration and example of determination

[@SomFunk]

One probable reason is that for some the thumb down could mean like "I don't want this kind of videos suggested". Other is the viewer is really young and just... doesn't get this. Whatever the real reason is, it is probably not related to the action. The more I think, the more I can find possibilities of "misfiring" the thumb down. My kitten jumped on the tablet! I just missed the thumb up slightly! I fell asleep on watching something before and shuddered awake knowing nothing about what's happening! But also, it could be psychological reason. Hatred, bad day, girlfriend left... Still, 3 out of 800+ is so low it can be ignored. It means this stunt is ranked really high!

[@balotelli2327]

sometimes people flash player doesn't work. still not a good reason.

[@mammothtusk6960]

I feel like there are a few people who just click through videos and dislike every video

[@hussain110ali]

Drew Kloss some people are mentally ill that's y they unlike the most likely things...

[@godfather7174]

Some people just wanna see the whole world burn dude dont mind them

[@skii_mask_]

That might be the most adorable mother I've ever seen. I really want to give her a hug.

[@kaiserkarl2]

I totally agree!

[@mattcullen6109]

Arcadian me too.

[@vanceradford1029]

When times are tough it’s ppl like you bro who make me realise I can do anything and be anything . Thank you wheelz

[@detailmafia5626]

This video just put the biggest smile on my face, I love that he’s living his life to the fullest..Bravo

[@achiebonbon4580]

Best Mom ever to stood by her son. Amazing landing dude. that was awesome. God bless you bro.

[@TheNeutralViewFromSwedenAKAHer]

I tear up every time I watch this guy. What an inspiration he is.

[@Mcfc2Rich]

It's not what you have it's what you do with it that counts.

[@lucaluca6763]

and also have the luck to get into nitro circus

[@tobyarnst6341]

Kaine I was at the wellington nitro

[@Mcfc2Rich]

Toby Arnst wow, bet you'll never forget that!

[@tobyarnst6341]

Kaine No

[@johnbennett3714]

This guy is not confined to a wheelchair... the chair is confined to him 👍

[@thomascampbell350]

I love his mom. She’s so supportive and super pumped.

[@mesa4592]

Love that the Mom is all for it. Mom of the Year right there !!!!!!

[@johnmontag]

Thx for the inspiration wheelz, keep it up!

[@Premixer112]

I love this guy's attitude. He kills it out there!

[@extrastype]

Wheelchair isn't a disability it's a stunt machine.. And what a great mother cheering him on..

[@AGTTMAOOTB]

when i lived n vegas i would always see him doin sick tricks at the skatepark n his chair i had no idea he was a icon!

[@davidbargerstock1026]

220 dislikes shame on them. Way to go bro this is truly awesome. Shows that people in wheelchairs aren't limited in life. Keep pushing bro!!!

[@nehulsharma6173]

These are the real heroes which inspire and thought us to never give up at any kind of worst condition because we have an ability to change it in golden time.

[@censura1210]

His mom's is awesome, I wish all moms would have such a great confidence and unselfishness to let the kids live their dream to the fullest, whatever their dream is. It's the only way to reach greatness. They're both awesome.

[@bobsmoot8454]

This guy is insane, wow, just going down the launch ramp is way crazy, no fear! Well done sir, you definitely have my respect

[@BigBird104]

His mom had me fuckin crying like a baby. She's so supportive and sweet. Dammit! I gotta go call my mom.

[@Shecki603]

Love everything about it, brother. Keep crushing life!

[@Droopy95mkDS]

Now I am picturing Wheelz standing with his hands on a skateboard, is it possible ? I thought flips on a wheelchair weren't, now sky is the limit lol

[@aimansahaja5981]

imagine him falling and break his spine and can finally walk..

[@user-vn2oc5ll8r]

I died

[@PaulWooters]

You should watch the 'Travis Pastrana Nitro Circus' movie. It's kind of a documentary journey to this big event. They do a lot of stuff in Travis' back yard. In one scene they're doing a loop de loop. Aaron tried it and crashed. Someone said, "Aw man, he hit so hard, I thought he was going to get up and walk!" (^.^)

[@lumbago9379]

oop oml

[@usamawaked6388]

LMFAO

[@God-gi9iu]

Oh no

[@jbell1166]

good lord this is tough to watch the crashes but unbelievably inspiring

[@abraham1118]

This makes me so happy seriously in a wheelchair but enjoying life even his mom looks so proud of him the moment he landed the flip was pure joy

[@trippbomshell5590]

Absolutely Awesome! He is an inspiration to everybody because he proves each day that he's grateful 4 his life!

[@AmitKumar-by7pz]

You deserve standing ovation.

[@jabmd2nd]

Yeah!!! That's the most awesome & unbelievable thing i've ever seen so far! Good job, mate!

[@jasonmartin7137]

AGT Extreme brought me back here. You're gonna win it, Aaron!!!

[@Ash-zh5yg]

Aaron wheelz Forthingham is a perfect example of tragedy imitating life imitating potential tragedy. He made a pretty damn funny irony out of the cards he was dealt. Bravo Mr. Wheelz. I collected your hot wheels signature wheelchair.

[@jaystef1627]

I know right?! It's ironic that most people with able bodies will never reach the level of athletic excellence that he has reached. I wish I was as cool as this guy

[@slabslayer258]

My best friend through school was in wheel chair we done everything with him no excuses he’s choose a bad path later in life and is gone to early glad to see this guy rocking with it congrats wheelz 👍💪👍💪

[@jamesanderson5695]

Like butter baby. Love it man. Love your energy.

[@dennismarfo3536]

The human spirit when it's surrounded with positive energy ... The results; inspiring!

[@adricrossan6506]

Make me cry un a positive sense, thanks so much

[@TheMICMusicInspirationChannel]

"That was pretty painful... it kinda scared me." *Understatement of the decade.* 🏆

[@tabbylints6963]

That is how you end up in a wheelchair;)

[@davesabo5506]

You Sir,are an awesome inspiration to EVERYONE!!!

[@martinmontes6170]

God bless you my friend . You are a real inspiration for the world!

[@lmcc8798]

This is messed up... why is my first reaction “wow that’s an amazing mom!” The flip was amazing too!

[@vermilliongecko]

Because some mothers, especially mothers of disabled kids, can be too overprotective. Aaron's mum just wants to see him do what he loves and do as well as he can.

[@tonya9614]

I don’t even know what to say, freaking amazing!

[@Aussietimk]

Wipes his happy tear away for wheelz the champion

[@AberdeenAnthony]

Only a show put on by Travis Pastrana and the fellas and ladies of Nitro Circus would have dudes in wheelchairs wadding themselves up doing front flips absolutely amazing.

[@jemmaharrison9362]

You are amazing and a real inspiration to others

[@ManOfAllAges]

Best inspiration ever. This proves limits are mostly on our minds.

[@robertwilliams570]

I been waiting for someone to do this.

[@tomosothejuggler]

If you think about it, Aaron is basically riding vertically downwards at a fairly rapid pace. At which point he only has a few seconds ahead of him to not only consider his own safety, but he's also to think about how the wheelchair is going to react if he bottles the stunt! Son he is a total legend to me in my opinion!

[@frankwoods4532]

Live life on your own terms. He crashed a couple of times and all that did was make him more determined. He nailed it. His mom was on his side 100% Thumbs up!!

[@steviecee898]

That's some motherly support right there respect 💯🤙

[@Teeb2023]

"Humbling" doesn't even begin to describe it. Amazing.

[@johnbradford5530]

I, too, have to wonder who the hell would dislike such an inspirational guy. One of you 3 dis-likers please reply.

[@the1whoplayz]

I'll reply instead. 1. I disliked the video because people cry about people who dislike the video and expect everyone to LOVE every single video they like. 2. What inspirational guy? All I see is a guy in a wheelchair who has access to a huge ramp and multiple people helping him. If any normal person in a wheelchair wanted to do this, guess what? Tough luck.

[@afierro165]

You are an inspiration man...

[@sandippatel8190]

Lots of Love and respect to this champ and his mom😘😘

[@louiealouie]

That front flip was so clean.. That landing was perfect

[@ChrisH-fs4uc]

So there I was at the airport when this modest guy goes by than I was like daaaaamn its "wheels" I struggled with the thought of going up to him and saying hello and getting to meet such a hardcore athlete and my fiance talked me into going up to him and let me tell what a down to earth amazing individual he's polite kind and very modest .thank you again sir for being such an awesome individual

[@jennifersinclair7249]

O.M.G. This guy is beyond human!!!!!!!! This guy is just.....beyond words. Elite of the elite. I am still trying to catch my breath...

[@shadybabypurdy7270]

His mom is AWESOME...✌💯❤Good job landing that one Wheelz...

[@Hi_how_r_u_]

I'm ELATED, You are the definition of fall down & get back up, THAT'S RESILIENCE!!!!!!! AWESOME

[@brettfoster6786]

Dude you rolled in on 2 big brass ones and nailed it 🤘

[@MrKydaman]

The progression in this stuff is nuts.

[@joski9030]

Man he’s got serious drive and good friends and a great mum 🤙🏻

[@cerealkilla8930]

Well done, Wheels!

[@bobbymeyerti9300]

It brought me to tears....

[@TankmeUSA]

Congratulations bro!

[@jorgechaverra5687]

You are my superhero bro. Greetings from Colombia.

[@aespa690]

The most impressive thing about this is that the mom is exactly supporting this madness LOL

[@lynnh7694]

Now , that is taking it to another level. Kick ass awesome!

[@jonathansantos2271]

you know I thought of office chair stunts on a u-ramp. then this videos came up. impressive speeds. thank you.🌠

[@deanagewasteland6658]

This man is a true inspiration!

[@أيوبالصابرالطيبي]

you are just awesome ❤

[@bushwhacker66]

His wheelchair everytime he does a stunt: aw shit here we go again

[@kimhansen8615]

I did some tree cutting on ladder today and felt really good about myself. Now, that pales just slightly. Holy crap - Well done, dude... I'm in awe.

[@fumyeah5867]

I have full use of my legs and can’t come close to this level of badass. This guy is more capable than I could ever be man! Sick

[@nkksharma6408]

Never give up bro.. .✌️🕶️

[@linolium4814]

Spina Bifida is suffering from him

[@hadihairulful]

good meme, son...

[@Matthegamer04]

Mik P what ever you mean by that I have spina bifida myleomenincicle ITS A REAL THING LOOK IT UP. I've been suffering from it. It sucks.

[@cody7888]

@@Matthegamer04 He was basically saying that Wheelz is crushing his Spina bifida.

[@Chrsdxn]

Matthegamer04 kinda like the old Chuck Norris memes.

[@kalevquigley5686]

@@cody7888 is that what he has?

[@smallfaucet]

Bro you are RAD! Awesome!

[@eeeeric1966]

Legend!

[@bayousailing7326]

Arron, You are awesome, I hope I can do that some day!

[@chunkyfather29]

May your life be filled with joy and love.

[@mauriziodossena6872]

So much power in these awesome guys,

[@tunkusvlog6737]

Brave man. !!!!!!!!!! Aiming high for excellence!!!!

[@no_name_needed8926]

So proud of you Aaron! Good job (even if it was 3 years ago 😂)

[@mbghost-s-7226]

as long as you’re still breathing there are many ways to enjoy life

[@channel1_channel]

Well...crazy front or back flips! Respect!

[@cristosanto815]

Respect brother 👊🏿

[@Sennaxm71]

He is so awesome!! 👍👍👍

[@madpatriot7464]

Awesome brother man!

[@stephensalt6229]

Hard to believe... Absolutely unbelievable!!!!!!!

[@GJ-mn9ly]

Amazing, simply Amazing!.

[@thebuckstopshere79]

I cried and laughed watching this.

[@blackscoped]

Wow I got goosebumps from this. Amazing

[@quincykinchen7603]

I'm inspired by this guy. 👏👏👏

[@NikeMS11]

Pretty spectacular and what an inspiration to others who think they can’t and create excuses. I speak to myself in this matter.

[@UzziHD]

This man is literally a pioneer

[@ProbablyNotLegit]

Watched this dude on body+ while flying to Mexico... this guy is fucken awesome, huge respect

[@jmicm13]

Goosebumps

[@Robert-cn5fx]

so sick. well done buddy

[@marleyrichards7708]

Wow just wow huge respect to this guy