| Freestyle BMX bike riding as a sport was mostly an | | | | Some features on a freestyle BMX bike are likely to |
| underground movement until the American Freestyle | | | | stand out more when compared to your regular BMX |
| Association was organized by Bob Morales in 1982. | | | | bike. Slicker tires for example, are used in the street |
| This style is derived from a number of disciplines, | | | | riding discipline in order to get a better grip on the |
| which are mostly the outcome of bike riding in the | | | | concrete. Also, each axle will have an attached peg |
| streets. Some disciplines like flatland, or street | | | | where the rider will be able to place his feet and |
| required a special custom made bike in order to | | | | perform several stunts like the famous 360 degree |
| perform the underlying stunts that go with the sport. | | | | turn. It is also common for a freestyle bike to run |
| Thus, you will find there are some noticeable | | | | brakeless, and have long top bars to make it easier |
| differences between your regular BMX bike and the | | | | to do a tail whip. Bikes used for vert events will be |
| one you would use for freestyle BMX. | | | | consistently heavier to improve sturdiness and |
| The basic structure of a freestyle BMX bike will be | | | | balance. While park riders will commonly include a gyro |
| comprised of a top tube 22 inches (aprox. 55 cm), | | | | will rear brakes only. |
| while the frame size and design will vary depending | | | | These features further define freestyle BMX |
| on the model. Almost all freestyle BMX bikes will | | | | competitions. It is important to note that freestyle |
| include a 20 inch (51 cm) wheel as well. Bike fans are | | | | BMX riding is a dangerous sports. It is not at all as |
| generally inclined to buy freestyle bikes which are | | | | easy as it may seem as done by the pros on |
| already assembled, and which they can then upgrade | | | | television. For this reason it is highly recommended |
| on their own with aftermarket parts and accessories. | | | | that novice riders wear their protective gear at all |
| However, more hard core BMX bike enthusiasts are | | | | times. It is also a good idea to go online and play a |
| likely to build their BMX bike from scratch, | | | | few online BMX games just to get a feel of the |
| customizing the size, shape and weight of each part | | | | sport. Online BMX games are completely free to play, |
| to their specific needs and preferences. Some parts | | | | and provide a tool for new riders to use as a |
| like forks, pedals and cranks will break often and | | | | simulator. Observe the character in the BMX game |
| require a routine replacement, regardless which way | | | | and the mechanics behind each fall, as they are very |
| you chose to acquire your bike. | | | | similar to those in real life situations. |