Learning the Electric Unicycle (EUC) | First 7 Days (VLOG) 

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@@GreenwithAnvy ty so much

Wow! Thanks for sharing your experience with learning and riding :) You’re getting it really fast!! Extra protection is always good. I’m thinking about getting gear myself. Keep on riding and enjoy 🥳

Great tips!!! I'll be sure to pass that along. Thanks for sharing ^-^

It is so true. I look back at this video and can't believe how hard it was to learn in the beginning. Thanks for watching! :)

Glad you stayed committed and now have a proud collection of EUCs. :) The EUC community has been so kind. It's great to be in. Of the four you have, what's your favorite?

I’d say the Ninebot Z because of the fat tire and the bold looks. But for my casual city riding, I use the 18xl because of it’s reliability. I don’t want the Ninebot to flame out and leave me stranded.

I tried my partner’s 16X, and it’s so bulky that I can’t even get on. It’s very impressive that there’s people like you who are doing 18 inch wheels and up! Can’t wait to get your riding experience in the future! Thanks for your comment! :)

@@GreenwithAnvy 16x is bulkier than 18 XL because the same battey has to fit in a smaller shell. I have my eyes on the Veteran Sherman, a 22 inch wheel with double the battery size of my XL. Unfortunately it's ment to drive on the street and I'm mostly on trails because EUCs are illegal in my country. Please tell your partner he should never exceed 25 miles per hour on the 16X because it could eventually cut out.

Maximilian Groß The Veteran Sherman is way too fast for me! What country do you live in that EUCs are illegal? 😦 Would love to see some videos from you if you ever do get the Veteran Sherman! Or even the 18XL! We ride pretty conservatively as of now, but I’ll definitely let him know. Thanks so much!

@@GreenwithAnvy I live in Germany. You can buy and own EUC here, but you are only allowed to drive in a lockable private property. Your living room for example or a hall. Not even in your garden. Nevertheless I use my EUC for commuting and everything else. Where the police can see me I ride conservativly too but sometimes I like to go fast too. I made three short clips with my smartphone but you can't see either me or my wheel. Don't know if it's woth to put them on youtube.

Maximilian Groß Oh wow, those are some really strict rules. Glad you’re still able to enjoy it though! And hey, you never know unless you share. 😁👍🏼 We’ve never been to Germany and would love to see how riding the EUC is like there. Regardless, thanks a lot for your tips and support! :-)

I'm glad to be a part of it! We wanna ride every day now! :) Thank you so much for your support!!!

You’re welcome 😁I ride every day. I love it.

Thanks so much for watching and supporting ☺️

15 minutes?! That's crazy. How are you doing on it now? After a month of practice on my end, I'm still pretty cautious but a lot more comfortable!

@@GreenwithAnvy Now I have over 2,000 miles logged and riding one is second nature :) I couldn't imagine not having one now. And to think that I almost returned my first wheel due to the initial learning challenge...

@@bookmark2846 Oh wow! That's awesome!! Glad you didn't give up! :-D Hope I can get to your level soon. Do you have any tips or recommendations on safety gear?

@@GreenwithAnvy Tips? Hm... When starting out, be extra careful when transitioning between different terrain types as that may cause the wheel to speed up or slow down and consequently throw you off. Always assume there might be a biker behind you when making a turn or carving as it may be initially difficult to look behind. Carve when you can as it is much more fun than going in a straight line and it will also help improve your control of the wheel. As for safety gear, wrist protection is often overlooked but truly essential. The Hillbilly half finger gloves are my favorite because they can be worn in warm weather and allow you to easily use a touch screen phone.

Book Mark Ooooo Yes, I got the Hillbilly gloves and they helped with a fall on the OneWheel Pint before. I’m gonna go out and try carving more! Thank you so much for all the tips! 🙏🏼😁

Keep on going! You can do it!!! You'll love in a few more rounds of practice :)

@@GreenwithAnvy Thanks guys, it's finally become fun!

@@krain8458 Did you manage to learn to ride the unicycle?

@@caiomegaverse5590 Yes, thanks for asking. Back in January I picked up the Commander and it's a beast.

plz keep going! I'm no better or further along than you are right now but I cannot wait to be good at riding euc. I've taken on tons of new challenges throughout my life and it's almost always the most rewarding when the thing you're trying to do was hard in the beginning. You'll get it in time and you will be so happy when you do. Don't give up and don't be afraid to take risks. Look out towards where you're going with a slight forward upright tilt as if you were just about to fall forward into a pool and trying not to. Helped me a lot but hopefully, I've said it right.

Thanks for your kind words! I just passed 20 km on my 16s today! It was suchhh an uphill battle in the beginning, wasn’t it? But we did it!!! 🙌🏼 Only gonna get better from here :-)

Thank you so much for the support! Getting better by the day 🙌🏼😁

We're happy to be a part of it! Love the challenge and fun! Thanks so much! 😁

Thank you so much! And yes, learning the EUC was fun to do with my partner. Thanks again for your support. :) Happy New Year!

Thank you so much for watching! :)

Good luck on the EUC!!! You'll get it it no time :) Stay safe and have fun on the roads!

Thanks for your tips! My ankles and feet have been aching during long rides. Appreciate your help again! :)

Try learning somewhere will a rail. That’s what really helped me. Good luck!! 🍀 You’ll be riding soon in no time :)

Wow! Congrats congrats 🥳 Keep on riding and enjoy the roads :)

Whoa, using your crutches is such a creative idea! I'll definitely suggest that to friends who are just starting on the EUC! Thanks for the tip :) Glad you're able to ride more comfortably now! I still sometimes squeeze my legs a lot while riding, but it may be because a lot of the roads I ride on are pretty bumpy. I understand that calf pain! It's a real workout sometimes. Take care, and thanks again for sharing your experience! 😀

Love your wheels!! 🙌🏼

Was learning indoors an easy transition to riding outside? You should try riding again before it gets too cold 🥶 What wheel are did you upgrade to? Thanks for watching! Would love to watch or learn more about your journey too! 😊

@@GreenwithAnvy Learning inside allowed me to gain balancing and mounting confidence to go outside and ride on sidewalks, initially. Although outdoor terrain is inconsistent, EUCs handle it well. I’m more concerned when riding in the street. Only group rides or personal training can build that confidence for me. I upgraded from the INMOTION V8, V10 to the V11. You are right about the cold. My new wheel arrived kind of later in the season than anticipated so now is the time. I have some riding videos on my channel. I don’t post many because riding with a camera on a stick throws my balance off. But I will post more eventually. Thanks for your interest.

@@TheLillianYoung Thanks for the tips! You’re right.. I should try doing more group rides! I would definitely want to see how your experience is on the V11! Looking forward to updates/videos from you in the future! Thanks again for sharing!! :)

Thank you for watching and supporting. I'm hoping to film an update video very soon! :)

Oh, I tried a shopping cart when I first starting riding, and it terrified me!!! hahaha. Thanks for the tips though. I'll be sure to pass them along to new riders. :)

Thanks so much! I still get a little nervous riding it when people or cars are around, but I know practice will give me more confidence. Do you have any tips on improving? Or perhaps have gear recommendations? :-)

YOU are goals 💪

Thank you so much for your support! 😁

Thanks, will do! :) Take care!

Awesome! I’ve been slowing it down these days and enjoying biking as equally as the 16S. See ya on the streets and stay safe out there :)

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Haha, definitely not a pro! I just like editing videos and am still working on it. Thanks so much, cousin! ❤️ Hope you're well!!!

That's awesome!!! You got your EUC at a great time. The weather is finally getting better. :)

Thanks so much for watching! Love riding now! 😁

He loves the 16X haha. It really is a "big boy ride" though. I can't even get on it because of how heavy and wide it is! I think the 16s is perfect for me. Thanks so much for watching and your support! :)

Thank you for sharing. The learning curve is steep, but it’ll click for you soon! Keep on trying and happy riding :)

Thanks for your support! I hope your wife loves it very soon! ☺️ How is she doing on it now?

I'm still holding her hand to balance. She much prefers her scooter.

@@Solosmooth I understand. I still use my scooter more often than my EUC (like for getting groceries or when I know there’s gonna be super bumpy terrain). If she ever needs a female riding buddy and you’re in the NYC area, let me know!

Thank you for watching! ☺️ I know! It's been snowing so much where I am, too! I haven't taken my wheel out in so long now. Hope the snow goes away soon so we can all ride again. Stay warm!

@@GreenwithAnvy We share the same weather because we're nearby. Boston here 🙂

@@coolatta75 Oh yes, we have the same weather then hehe. We’ve always wanted to go to Boston. Take lots of care in this snow. It seems to never end these days 😆

@@GreenwithAnvy Going out to shovel now. Definitely visit Boston when it's safer. I hope to soon be as good as you and Mark on the EUC. Planning on taking my time practicing. See ya around 😊

We learned the hard way, but wear a helmet and other gear for your legs, and hands/wrists. :)

Hi! Yes, we had both the OneWheel Pint and XR. Honestly, the OneWheel and EUC are very different. Knowing one doesn’t really translate into easily transitioning to the other. The EUC has a much, much steeper learning curve than the OneWheel but very worth it! Good luck and thanks for watching :)

Bunnyslippers Thanks for the tips! 😁👍🏼 I tried off roading last week since I feel pretty comfortable on the street now, but I definitelyyyy need way for miles on me haha. It was too hard.

Even after 30 miles, they’re... still... burning!!! 🥵

I believe in you!!! You’re gonna get it real soon. Have fun riding, and thanks for sharing your experience :)

@@GreenwithAnvy wow you were right lol. I got it down fairly quickly and now I take it to work and back now, I’m confident in my ability to use my wheel now :) you’re the greatest, m8!

It’s been about three months. I only ride it once in a while, but I’m pretty comfortable on bike lanes. My partner, however, rides it to commute to work (I work from home now), and he rides it very easily! He even rides it on the roads in Manhattan! I’m definitely not at that level yet. I think if you’ve ridden the motorcycle, you’d love the thrill of the EUC! However, on long rides and rough roads, my knees tend to hurt a lot. There’s new EUCs with suspension that will definitely help with knee pain! Good luck! Let me know how it goes! :)

@@GreenwithAnvy I’m still try’n to convince myself to do this ... I think I’d kind of be like you ..short rides for fun ..some bike paths with mama .. it’s the knee that’s really holding me up .. at 65 arthritis is setting in .. I still bowl and golf .. we have electric bikes that she’s having a blast with .. if I do this I’ll let ya know how it goes ... thanks for your reply!

Our first wheel (very cheap used one) ended up being sooo beaten up by then end of this video. We had to tape the battery back on at some point 😂 The beginning stages are so hard, but once it clicks, you’ll love the ride!!! Thanks for sharing and good luck :) 🍀

Kaminoneh Bhoot This was in Jersey City across the Hudson River, which is a lot more laid back than practicing in Manhattan and super easy to get to! If you want a practice buddy, I’d be down to meet up to ride together!

Green with Anvy, Hey girl!!! I’d love that!!! Do you have a facebook account? Would love to have a fellow female rider 🥰🥰❤️❤️

Green with Anvy hey! Just left a dm on your Instagram 🥰

Kaminoneh Bhoot Got it! DMed you back 😁

I'm sure you're much better at this point :) Hope the weather has been better where you're at and that the rides have been smooth sailing!

Thanks for the tips! :) Yes, I definitely had to learn protection is important. Hehe

It's definitely scary at first, but you got this! I practiced 30 min-1 hour a day. It will click faster than you think! Good luck, and let me know how things go! :) I'm finally making a second video on the EUC that should come out by this weekend if you'd like to watch a follow-up. Take care!

Everyone learns at different levels and paces, but we eventually got there ☺️ Thanks for watching!

How are things going now? :)

Nikola is a fast wheel! Congrats in learning how to ride it :)

Woo! Congrats 🥳 What wheel did you get? Good luck and happy riding :)

I got a Kingsong 16X

I'm pretty sure I'm in the same boat as Anvy when it comes to learning to ride except I'm 6'2 so it might be a little harder because I'm tall.

Just started to use 2 chairs to help me stand on it and practice moving forward and back. Slowly trying to not need the support but I definitely feel like I need to do it for a whole to strengthen the muscles in my feet. Getting a good foot workout.

Good luck! It’s pretty challenging at first, but you’ll be happy you put in the work in a few weeks time :)

@@GreenwithAnvy thank you. Your videos are helping

@@GreenwithAnvy sorry to bombard you with messages bug I had to tell someone. I RODE FOR ABOUT 200 METERS WITHOUT A FENCE!!! I fell over about three times in thd build up but I'm so happy. I even mounted it unaided

Jersey City :)

I made that exact same transition, too! I still use my scooter for grocery runs, but love the EUC for everything else :) Hope she likes the EUC!

I learned the hard way... hehe. Thanks for sharing some great advice! :)

It took me sooo long to balance! What really helped me was a rail. I wanted to give up at first but eventually it kinda just clicked. Hope you can get it soon!!! Good luck! :)

You got this! Stay confident! How are things going now?

We're doing just great now. :) We ride it to/from work. It's fun! Sometimes stressful in NYC, but fun!

@@GreenwithAnvy yeah i bet it can be stressful there lol. I’ve been to NYC and it’s hectic lol. Stay safe!

Hey there! Hope you've been well! A HUGE congrats to you! Is it the KingSong 16S or X you have? I'm definitely not a pro yet, but I'm getting there :) My next video is coming out in a few days. Thanks for supporting, Tia!

Tom U Words of the wise 👏🏼 I definitely learned the hard way 😭

Thanks for watching!!

Good luck, Tia!!! Hope the Gotway works getting for you.

How long have you been riding now? The leg pain lasts for a loonnngggg time! Keep on trying... and don’t forget safety gear! I learned the hard way. Thanks for supporting! 😁

Yeah! It finally clicked! hehe 😝

No license needed in the USA (yet)!

@@GreenwithAnvy thank you for you help

That’s awesome you got the hang of it so fast!! I’ve never tried skiing before. I wonder if I would be able to pick it up as you did the EUC. Thanks for watching! :)

​@@GreenwithAnvy Lol let me be more clear.....took me about 40 minutes to make some circles around a empty parking lot. Very shaky wobbly circles. About the 3rd day, I could comfortably ride around without any issues. I have the V11 by inmotion. After riding around in it for over a month now I zoom around on it at 30 mph lol.

@@kingdavid1519 The V11 is my fiancé’s dream wheel! What’s your review on it, and how does it compare to other wheels if you’ve tried others before? :)

@@GreenwithAnvy It's my first wheel and I love it. The tire change will be very very time-consuming. You have to take almost everything apart to just change the tire. Also riding in the rain will cause the bearing will start to squeak a lot. It does go away when it dries out. I have not done this yet but if I can pack the bearing with grease or oil it should keep the water out. Driving at night is nice with the light but not when you accelerate. This points the light down and can limit your view range....it's not too bad if you slowly go faster. They say 70-mile range but I got around 30 miles (going top speed a lot). The app can also be kinda confusing. Overall the wheel is awesome and highly recommend it. By the way, the V12 should be coming out here pretty soon.

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There is so much convenience and freedom with the EUC. But you're right, getting past the initial learning curve takes a good amount of work. Gotway MSX- nice! You're saving a lot of money not having to pay for parking fees now! I got my KingSong 16s a week ago and already put in about 50 km on it. It's awesome. Thanks so much for watching the video and for your support! :)

@@GreenwithAnvy I always like to support new riders it encourages for more riders. I'm waiting on my veteran Sherman Jason from ewheels said they are coming in the first week of Sept.

EUC504 How exciting! That speed is too crazy for me, but it sounds like an EUC dream. Looking forward to seeing videos from you and your Veteran Sherman soon. 🥳

@@GreenwithAnvy oh yes definitely

Definitely worth it! :)

They’re super comfortable shoes! Most of them aren’t very sturdy, so it was tricky riding with them on at first 😅

I've been on my KingSong 16S for nearly 5 months now, and my follow-up video will be up in a few days. Feel free to subscribe if you'd like, but no pressure! Thanks for watching :)

Oooo thanks for these great tips!!! They’re definitely going to be useful. When I ride for more than maybe 20 minutes now, my feet start aching. When I mount, I also feel like my dominant foot and leg presses really hard against the wheel, while my left foot always ends up somewhere random. I’ll practice mounting with the balls of my feel more. Hopefully that will also relieve some tension and more easy riding! Thank you again! I really appreciate your advice! :-)

@@GreenwithAnvy Sure. For mounting, you can start with the mount foot, ball on, but the heel slightly wider / away from the pedal (I'll even exaggerate this sometimes so my knee/leg will face almost into and perpendicular to the wheel body). This will give you a kind of "lock" position where the wheel and front foot pressure are opposed, preventing the wheel from moving (both knees are relatively close to each other). Once your trailing foot is mounted, you can readjust the first foot by lifting that heel up (that ball is still providing weight), and pivot the heel back less wide, as if you might click your heels Wizard of Oz style. As for foot pain, this is because your whole foot, ball & heel, is struggling to do everything on the pedal all at once, thus stressing the arch that lies inbetween ball & heel (this gets worse in stressful scenarios, as your foot will pinch to "stay on"). The best solution I've found is to adopt a riding style where you can lift one heel at a time (doesn't have to be dramatic), thus alleviating each arch one foot at a time, so that acceleration is coming from that lifted heel foot (opposite foot is more on the heel to counterbalance) This might be getting ahead of things, but is one reason why I mentioned before that EUC is best when you're not trying to do the same thing on both feet. Hopefully that's not overkill, but best of luck! Since you guys seem to have gone past the breakthrough step, it's more a matter of muscle memory hours now, and playing around with foot position I think.

@@houseofjob I still have the slight fear of my dominant foot not having enough control if I start too wide on the pedal. Then the grip on the KingSong pedal is so grippy and good, it's hard for me to shift my feet! haha. You're completely right, this is something I have to work on. Thank you again for your help. Just saw you you channel and would love to see more videos from you in the future! Hopefully, I'll be decent enough to join the NYC group rides in the future, too! 😅

@@GreenwithAnvy Yeah, I can understand the fear, but I assure you, it's the opposite of what you're thinking. If you look at your bails in the vid (I'm assuming you're Mark(?)), the tendency is to be heavier on your heels, and thus your bails are off the back of the wheel. Your heels in any sport are for support / leverage (heavy lifting, squat, deadlift, etc), not for balancing, which is the very definition of what your balls of your feet are for (this is why the earlier footage, which is typical to new EUC riders, it looks like you guys can't balance at all, because there is no utilization of the balls of the feet; heels are actually very secondary for EUC riding, it's really mainly the balls). Perhaps you can start by mounting and going as you may, then experimenting with gradually being able to tip-toe one foot, then the other. I can tell you that I don't even need to leverage my heel to mount my EUC (just to note for reference), all I need is the ball of my dominant foot plus a quick push off of my shin against the wheel body. Anyhoo, you guys are well on the way to getting it for sure, just stick with it! Ha and yes, my channel has been on hiatus for a bit, but I am working on coming back. Don't give up; I myself was a super slow newbie in the beginning, but after a good non-commital 3-ish off-and-on weeks of learning, got good enough to join up on a group ride, so I'm sure we'll see you guys soon!

@@houseofjob I can't thank you enough for your advice and kindness! Gonna practice what you taught me first thing tomorrow! I'm Anvy btw hehe 😋 My partner, Mark, is pretty good on his 16x now, so you'll probably see him in the group rides before me. Take care and looking forward to riding with you soon! :-)

@greenwithanvy :)

Thank you for the advice! :)

I’m at nearly the 3-month point, and I’m not the most confident, but I do love riding it! Thanks for sharing your experience! 🥳