front wheel, rather than using a brake to control the balance. Were you convinced this was possible? Phil: I knew it was possible because so much stuff was already being done brakeless it was just a question of making it happen. Chase G, J White and Alexis were already heading that way
What year where you working on the nose wheely?
Phil: I think it was 2001
Did you set any specific goals when you practiced them, like trying to clear as many parking spaces as possible?
Phil: Goals were good technique and length
What's the longest one you've done? Phil: 26 parking spaces in New Jersey and got a good one at the mile it's in the video below
Flatland riders have invented many tricks that were adapted to the streets. Once proven it's possible, people will catch on. Is this typical for flatland riders, making the impossible possible?
Phil: I think that applys to all BMX
Does it get you stoked seeing a street rider do a long nose wheely?
Phil: I like seeing any rider applying it to street and I am looking forward to seeing the next level whatever that may be.
If you would go out now, how many parking spots could you clear doing a nose wheely?
Phil: After tucking my beer belly in and steelin my guns for about an inch
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.