Freestyle Bikes
Freestyle bikes are made for those bikers who like to do stunts and tricks, like wheelies or one-tire stands. The freestyle disciplines are known as "flatland, street, vert, park and trail." They are ridden primarily on streets, parking lots and other smooth surfaces. Freestyles bikes are heavier than jumpers to give the freestyler more control while he is performing a stunt. These BMX bikes are the only models with front brakes, as well as rear U-brakes, so the freestyler can keep the front tire stationery while she elevates the back tire for tricks. They have more spokes than the other models to provide more stability, and smoother treads, so the tires can be rotated quickly. Some freestyle bikes have handlebars which can rotate 360 degrees, to allow for more tricks. Freestyle bike handlebars rise more steeply from their clamping to provide better maneuverability.