Flat ground tricks require increased balanced as well as advanced bike control. Flatland BMX refers to a prominent riding discipline that involves difficult balancing maneuvers. While some BMX riders prefer to jump dirt ramps, flatland riders opt for a smoothly paved terrain. Professional flatland bikers practice years to perfect even the most basic flat ground tricks.
Wheelie
Start with the most elementary flatland maneuver, known as the wheelie. The wheelie involves balancing on the rear tire of the bike while pedaling forward. As your balance improves, the distance of your wheelie will increase. Extend your legs to stand above the bike seat. Lean back while pulling up on the handlebars. Bend your knees to lower your center of gravity. To increase your speed, pedal forward. When you start to lose your balance, lower your front tire back onto the pavement.
Hang Nothing
The hang nothing refers to an intermediate trick that involves balancing on your front tire. "BMX Plus!" recommends placing your left foot on the front left peg with your right foot on the back right peg. Lean forward onto your left foot to lift the back tire off the ground. Remove your right foot from the back peg and extend it forward. Slide your left foot off the front peg. Balance on the front tire as long as you can. Lean back as you lose your balance.
Time Machine
After mastering beginner and intermediate tricks, move on to an advanced flat ground maneuver known as the time machine. As you reach a comfortable speed, extend your left foot to the back left peg. Lean back to stand on the left peg and lift the front tire off the pavement. Place your right hand onto the left handlebar grip. Pull back on the handlebars and grab the front left peg with your left hand. "Ride BMX" recommends lifting your right knee towards your chest while rotating your shoulders. Lower the front tire when you lose balance.
Ollie
The ollie takes place as you lift both tires of the bike off the ground. The ollie allows you to jump over obstacles including fire hydrants. Pedal forward to reach a comfortable speed. Stand over the bike seat while bending your knees. Pull back on the handlebars while jumping vertically. Keep your feet positioned over the pedals. Lift your knees to lift the back tire. Bend your knees once more as the tires land onto the ground.
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