Andy Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 What was the wire connecting his chest to the headstock? They said something about a kill switch when they were disconnecting it at the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyc21 Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 From what I remember reading it was to stop the front wheel and bike in the event of the unexpected, I also understood it let him choose to stop the power to the front wheel by pulling on it when going downhill as it had a tendency to make the front want to drop when first cresting a hill. Or at least I seem to recall reading something about that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axulsuv Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 I don't care exactly how (bike tech) he did it , but come on ,A 37 MILE WHEELIE !!!! The physical strength/endurance to do it under any conditions is unbelievable !!!! DOUG IS THE MAN !!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyc21 Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 I agree, he is awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
breagh Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 I don't know I've just tried to emulate him on my local high street and got my bike impounded. Double standards I say. I know I only managed 20 yards before I ran into that pushchair but no one could see the funny side of it. I'm hoping Dougie will come to the Trial it's the least he could do after all it was his idea. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trialsrfun Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 Great achievement well done Dougie, 37 and a bit miles is a long long way. Just curious does anyone know if the powered front wheel rotated in the direction of travel or the other way (reverse) also does it speed up as the bike gathers pace? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_t Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 according to the redbull site... Front wheel A 36-volt electric motor has been fitted to the hub of the front wheel to keep it spinning throughout the duration of the challenge. This spinning creates a crucial gyroscopic effect that will make the bike more stable for Dougie, and allow the bike to respond to steering inputs even with the wheel up in the air. Dougie will control the power to the front wheel via a tension wire connected to his chest. Although the wheel will always be spinning, Dougie can vary the speed by changing his body position, allowing him to adapt to the undulations of the course and have more control over the bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stroke4stroke Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 (edited) I happened to be at the Classic Mechanics Show last weekend and, by coincidence, this was on display. No sign of electrical assistance on the front wheel but I don't recall Dave using such for his normal displays. I can't vouch for the date - it was the early Nineties when I saw him attempt it. Footrest position notwithstanding it's one hell of a lump to use in comparison to a Vertigo. I read that he averaged 60 mph on the back wheel. I look forward to the documentary. Edited October 22, 2016 by 2stroke4stroke 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guys Posted December 27, 2016 Report Share Posted December 27, 2016 (edited) Dougie's wheelie, the movie: https://www.redbull.tv/video/AP-1PD1ZQQB91W11/dougie-lampkin-wheelie-man?playlist=AP-1PD1ZQQB91W11 Edited December 27, 2016 by guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyjibs Posted December 27, 2016 Report Share Posted December 27, 2016 Can't get film to load on RedBull Tv, anyone else currently have this? 27/12/16 20.30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guys Posted December 27, 2016 Report Share Posted December 27, 2016 Yep, I saw it this afternoon, but can't see it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyjibs Posted December 27, 2016 Report Share Posted December 27, 2016 Cheers guys I've emailed RedBull TV to see what the score is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guys Posted December 28, 2016 Report Share Posted December 28, 2016 It's ok now. Don't forget to view the playlist on the right. https://www.redbull.tv/video/AP-1PD1ZQQB91W11/dougie-lampkin-wheelie-man?playlist=AP-1PD1ZQQB91W11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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