A group of friends purchased a $99 Piper Nitro Circus edition bike from Walmart, which has a BMX influence, to test its durability and performance. They modified the bike by adding Alex's bars and changing the grips. The friends then put the bike through 10 challenges, including a 180 stair set, grinding a rail, and a trailer cliff jump. Throughout the challenges, the bike experienced several issues, such as a loose seat, bent cranks, and a broken free coaster. Despite these problems, the bike was able to complete all 10 challenges. The group concluded that while the bike is not suitable for serious BMX riding due to its poor quality parts, it is a good option for casual riding around town. They recommended saving up for a better bike if possible.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker went to Walmart to buy a better bike after the previous one failed.
2. The speaker checked online and found that all stores were sold out of the desired bike.
3. The speaker found one store that had five of the desired bikes in stock.
4. The speaker purchased the Nitro Circus edition bike from Walmart for $99.
5. The bike has a 25-tooth sprocket and a free coaster.
6. The bike has two wheels with 36 and 48 spokes that are cross-laced.
7. The bike has one-piece cranks that are bendable and not high-quality.
8. The speaker plans to test the bike and perform maintenance checks.
9. The speaker will take the bike to a bike shop to tighten everything.
10. The bike has a protection plan.
11. The speaker has never seen a BMX bike with a three-piece fork before.
12. The bike's parts do not look high-quality.
13. The speaker will replace the handlebars with Alex's bars.
14. The bike has a low height, suitable for riders up to 5'4".
15. The speaker has to tighten the handlebars frequently.
16. The bike's free coaster broke during a trick attempt.
17. The speaker had to switch up the fakie line challenge due to the broken coaster.
18. The bike's cranks bent during a jump attempt.
19. The bike's seat kept coming loose during the challenges.
20. The bike's pegs fell off several times.
21. The bike's stem piece bent at a 30-degree angle.
22. The speaker does not recommend the bike for BMX riders who plan to progress and learn.
23. The bike does not have an integrated headset, making it difficult to find compatible parts.
24. The bike's bottom bracket is larger than normal, making it hard to replace.
25. The speaker recommends saving money to buy a complete bike with an integrated headset.