Buying a 12"

[uni98]

Well I’m trying to buy a 12" unicycle but I can’t find a decent one, so I thought I should see if I could get help from this web. I’m trying to get a cheap one a sort of strong one and one that comes with a tall seat post, hope you can help!
cheers uni98:D
P.S this is my first thread!! Oh and give me some links.

[ivan]

Wanna buy my 24" qu-ax, cut it in half and sell the rest to a like-minded person?

[Mikefule]

Buying a 12" - another one of those threads that brings unexpected visitors to Unicyclist.com…

I have ridden a 12" unicyle. I’m not convinced that quality is an issue. It’s a novelty. Try a juggling shop.

[net_hippy]

@Mikefule

I have ridden a 12" unicyle. I’m not convinced that quality is an issue. It’s a novelty.

What’s it like? I’d like to try all aspects of unicycling. Would be fun to buy a tiny unicycle for tenner off ebay just for messing about on I think.

But also, to avoid threadjacking completely, check out www.unicycle.com and select the right site for wherever you live. You can buy a decent one from there for learning.

[UniGeezer]

@uni98

Well I’m trying to buy a 12" unicycle but I can’t find a decent one, so I thought I should see if I could get help from this web. I’m trying to get a cheap one a sort of strong one and one that comes with a tall seat post, hope you can help!
cheers uni98:D
P.S this is my first thread!! Oh and give me some links.

I have a Jugglebug if you want it. (FYI, Uni-related threads and posts shoud go in RSU)

[Mikefule]

@net_hippy

What’s it like? I’d like to try all aspects of unicycling. Would be fun to buy a tiny unicycle for tenner off ebay just for messing about on I think.

Every pedal stroke moves you 18 inches, or 45 cm.

Long distance is not an option for any but the hardiest rider. It is quicker to walk.

Apart from the limited range of tyres available, I guess it could be useful for people who spend more time bouncing than rolling, but it is really no more than a novelty item, designed to look amusing to small children when ridden by a clown.

[unibikeling]

@Mikefule

Every pedal stroke moves you 18 inches, or 45 cm.

Long distance is not an option for any but the hardiest rider. It is quicker to walk.

Apart from the limited range of tyres available, I guess it could be useful for people who spend more time bouncing than rolling, but it is really no more than a novelty item, designed to look amusing to small children when ridden by a clown.

god danget, now i want a 12’’ lol. Its just like me to want something out there.

[feel_the_light]

I recommend this place

http://brandscycle.com/itemlist.cfm?pageId=180

I have ordered from them before and had no trouble. They have the best prices once you factor in the free shipping.

The 16 " flat top sun is very popular among kids in my area. There is a program at the local middle school.

I would suggest a 16 ", unless you are extremely small, or just really want a 12 for some reason. The local kids I have seen are about 10, less then 5 ’ tall, and the 16 fit’s them real well.

Or perhaps you can make a deal with Terry for his movie star wheel.

[liddle-peter]

yeh u should get a 16" my little brother has 1 and i can ride it almost as well as my 20" takes practice though and i thing a 12" would be a lil bit toooo small lol

[kington99]

A 12" is a novelty, amusing for 5 minutes. It moves extremley slowly and any abrupt turning will cause your feet to hit the floor.

[uni98]

Thanks

Thanks heaps guys I think I’ll get a 16" instead because I figured a 12" is to hard and really short distance and sorry I didn’t post because I did this thread at night and then woke up in the morning and here I am! Thanks:)
cheers uni98:D