How to Perform a barhop on a BMX bicycle

BMX: Catch Some Air

If Ernest Michaux, inventor of the modern bicycle, could see what people are doing with his creation, he'd freak out. The art of creative biking has never been more challenging and rewarding than it is now. Check out the tricks for a guide to BMX mayhem. Watch this video tutorial to see how to perform a barhop on a BMX bicycle.

Trick: Barhop
Difficulty: Easy

1. Start a little faster than moderate speed to maintain pace once you hop over the bars.
2. Make sure both of your feet are flat and pull them up as much as you can as you jump over the handlebars.
3. Use your hands to aid in balancing once you land on the front pegs.

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