middleageman Posted December 11, 2008 Report Share Posted December 11, 2008 My name is Dave, the middle aged man. Here is my story....One evening, whilst browsing the internet, searching for a shiny, new, 'sweet' BMX for my 11 year old son, I happened upon a strange beast!This was like no BMX i'd ever seen, yet, nor was it a Mountain Bike. Stranger still, this particular steed, bore NO SEAT!!!"How can this be!" i said to my wife, who eloquently replied " Uh?".This iron horse required further investigation.Many moons past, yet further i delved. I discovered an 'Underground Scene'. Known by many, yet spoken by few.To my amazement, I found not only, such other, similar beasts, but three different strains,apparently known as the: 20" mod, the 26" stock and the rarely seen 24"!This quest, lead me to the magnificent, wondorous and informative world of 'TRIALS'!!!Anyway, enough of the wordy bollox! I'll be posting a few questions soon and would appreciate some help/abuse.thanks 4 ur time.middleageman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben John-Hynes Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Hahahathat made me laugh. Welcome to TF, dude. We'll be happy to help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middleageman Posted December 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Thanx man! will appreciate some help. I'm an eXtreme newbie!!!By the way, if anyone else enjoyed my fable, give us a shout out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam-Griffin Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 I loved it Welcome to TF, i'm sure you'll fit in just fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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shamus Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Good effort, that must have taken time and thought, which is most unlike the majority of topics/comments in this area!Well done!If your enthusiasm and eloquent writing style continues, I don't think you will have any trouble finding answers to any of your woes! Welcome to T-F I say! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeperson45 Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 But can he be forgiven for the "thanks 4 your time" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigamac Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Amusing and welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middleageman Posted December 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Thank you all for your kind and encouraging replies. Also, I must apologise for my use of 'txt' speak, as I am simply new to forum etiquette.If I may pose a question?From reading various threads/posts, concerning a choice and size of trials bike, am I detecting a certain hierarchy between mod and stock?By this, possibly antagonistical statement, am I to assume that Mod bikes are deemed to be used by the younger and Stock by the more mature user? Or have I, due to lack of knowledge and foresight, completely misinterpreted some of the small amount of posts/threads I have read? I fear this may be online banter and sorry, for any offence, this question may cause.I wecolme your replies.middleageman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forteh Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 (edited) Typically mods are easier to throw around by younger people due to the smaller size, alot of people progress to stock at a later time.Welcome to the forums Edited December 12, 2008 by forteh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoze Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Yep, what forteh said Most people start out on 20" bikes, but they're not solely for kids!Everyone knows 24" is where it's at though Nice first post by the way, made me giggle!I see you've been validated already, have fun in the rest of the forum!Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Metcalfe Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 (edited) Wow, I love that storyBet your son gets the best bedtime ones (at 11 maybe not then)And most people start off on mods because starting at a younger age, smaller wheels, Smaller bikes, easier to ride. (like sticking a toddler on a Full suss DH bike ain't gunna have the best results)And they're cheaper usually so parents don't have to worry bout their kid getting bored with it, after xmas, bday etc.With a mod being a lot smaller, movements tend to be over-exagerated and a compensated for, Thus making movements and "tricks" easier to learn, master and perfectIMO (please go easy on me, I'm still a newb) Edited December 12, 2008 by meki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middleageman Posted December 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Thank you for your imformative replies. I can see my bike choice needs careful consideration, especially due to my increasing age! I also must thank whoever validated me for membership. See you on the other side, friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan6061 Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 The mod/stock debate is stupid. It's all down to personal preferance! Try one, then the other...see how you get on riding both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginger allen echo Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Haha i found that very funny. Was wondering wat you were on about at first but yer.Here to help.ginger allen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey Tomo Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 It's quite simple once you know. Everything is down to personal preferance. But what i would say is start out with a Mod and learn the basics and get the technique right. Once you have mastered it move on to something new such as a stock. Then, when you feel confident move onto the 24". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Dark Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 i say it depends on siza, and what type of biek you used to ride....i started off on mtb / street bikes so i naturally went stock; one of my mates rode bmx so went mod...but at the end of the day its what you prefer personally Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke_zoo Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamus Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 (edited) if its for your son (and he is only 11) then the problem could be ergonomics. A mod would probably be best. Trying to haul a longer stock bike around may be more difficult for a kid and may cause a loss of motivation!Which would be a shame, also if you intend to try comps etc then a mod would be best to perfect techniques on.Having said that i started riding very short, 'street' stock set-up at a fairly young age (12/13 i think ) and although it probably slowed my progress it was still great funSo i'd say if there are any riders on here that live near you, then maybe meeting up/ going to see them riding may give you a better idea as to which bike would be best!hope that helpssean Edited December 12, 2008 by shamus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middleageman Posted December 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Thanks guys. I bought my son a BMX,......erm.... the trials bikes for me! ha ha.As i seem to be having a mid-life crisis, it was either:(A) buy a 20" mod, a 24" or 26" stock( get a 20, 24 or 26 year old mistressor© buy a full suss mountain bike and a pipe and some slippers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke_zoo Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Thanks guys. I bought my son a BMX,......erm.... the trials bikes for me! ha ha.As i seem to be having a mid-life crisis, it was either:(A) buy a 20" mod, a 24" or 26" stock( get a 20, 24 or 26 year old mistressor© buy a full suss mountain bike and a pipe and some slippers!26" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Metcalfe Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Thanks guys. I bought my son a BMX,......erm.... the trials bikes for me! ha ha.As i seem to be having a mid-life crisis, it was either:(A) buy a 20" mod, a 24" or 26" stock( get a 20, 24 or 26 year old mistressor© buy a full suss mountain bike and a pipe and some slippers!Follow trends...Buy a Porsche Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ti-mig-guy Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 What kind of bike experience do you have? That is what dictated me buying Mod, and I'm old. I have ridden BMX for years. Also have an 11 year old that needed a new bike, and that led me to this. Oh you nice post man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middleageman Posted December 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 I didn't know Porche made trials bikes? Is the steering at the back?As far as biking experience goes......BMX in the mid 80's, a no name xmas pressie but way cool, chrome with blue parts. Think Onza T-Mag. Got some (was it Z rims?) The bendy ones you had to true up all the time! I also cycle raced in my later teens, road bikes, time trials, cyclo cross and track. I also bought a mountain bike in '89.A Diamondback something? It cost £550 quid all that time ago (i'm not rich, just came into some money). It was purple with Shimano parts and a beautiful candle flame paintjob. Does anyone know the model?Unfortunately, i've spent the last 20 years abusing my body through girls, drink etc. and have decided to turn over a new leaf.I was attracted to trials, mainly because after breaking my ankle 2 years ago, i started practacing yoga. The mindset and balance of trials seems to be similar to me. And no, i'm not some new age hippy. I'm hoping the 8 screws and titanium plate in my ankle will make it bionic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jitters Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Welcome aboard!My story was somewhat similar. Nice post!If you can find some to try out, I'd run with that, as suggested. I didn't have the option as trials is unheard of in this area on my side of the pond, so I just went for it.Just for the record, I'm 38, about 180cm and chime in at 15 stones or so (if I did my math right). I went with a mod and couldn't be happier!Although truth be told, I'm building a stock piece by piece. May get to try it in a year or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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