Neglected 24' Mountain Bike gets Transformed! - Flip Bike

This is a name brand 24" children's hardtail which would have sold for $350 back in 2016. We fix everything that's wrong with it, make some parts bin swaps, and do a bit of painting to make it special.

This is the first real kid's bike on Flip Bike. This was hard to make money at because it's only $350 in the first place. In fact, even Trek sells sub $500 children's bikes new. Add to that the narrow age band a 24" bike fits, and we didn't have much luck selling it. Still, we found it a home!

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[Smilin_Chris]

Didn't make any money... but you're gonna make a ton of memories for one and possibly more people. Great job Seth! Love the series.

[CalebCarterFilm]

Hi seth! I just Want to say thank you for making the flip bike series, I really enjoy it and I enjoy learning about little snippets of knowledge, Thanks.

[josuem]

This is one of the best bicycle-centric series on YouTube. I always am in aww how Seth takes these old bikes and turns them into sweet rides. Please keep doing this series!! It makes my day.

[thomaschristopherwhite]

In this throwaway world we live in today I just find it great to watch any video of someone taking care of an old thing. Even if it's not very valuable. I think taking care of stuff is just a good thing.

[tyde]

Hey Seth, I just went to berm park yesterday and it was amazing

[morinpatmorin]

Good memories. My daughter's 24" mountain bike got stolen and found a couple of months later in an abandoned lot, partly disassembled and missing parts. I spent about $100 on parts to get it back together and upgraded/simplified. While I was at it, I got rid of front derailleur, switched the grip shifts for thumb shifters, and replaced the (missing) brakes. It's now her younger brother's bike and is better than ever.

[LOVE-]

Seth you made this kids day, also he gets to tell all his friends that he is shredding Seth’s bike. He just became a local rock star🤘🏻. Well done, giving back to your community and putting another bike back on the trails, yes dude🙌🏻. Your setting a great example for ALL to follow.

[aasx]

Hey Seth - I'm noticing you mention that often it's the replacement parts that make flipping a bike unprofitable. However, what if those replacement parts, eg tires, brakes, etc were as cheap as the bikes you're buying on craiglist, offerup, etc to resell? In my local area, we have a bike swap event (massive) that is held twice a year. I often can get tires for 1 - 2 bucks. I'm sure there's a local swap meet in your area and they could probably use the expanded coverage your channel would bring. Just a thought.

[donofthedonmtb]

I followed your tips on good photos, clean bike, and good description to sell my old DiamondBack Sorrento from 2003 this past weekend!

[POTHOLESURFERS]

Nice Winder Towing shirt I love watching those guys too

[MichaelRei]

I love Flip Bike and I love seeing a needy child get a nice bike! Especially one that was meticulously restored by you Seth. Way to go!!!

[heathr]

My favourite episode. Paying it back. Move to Oz and I’ll buy all your flip bikes. Cheers

[patrickmoran]

Love seeing Seth rock the Winder Towing shirt. Proves that you guys using the same music in some of the videos is no accident! Keep up the great work.

[horusgarcia]

With inflation rising, I can't afford to build any bikes. Thanks Seth for the good feelings. 4/2023, I still flipped several bikes but I stay away from small and girl bikes. I have had success with learning and selling cheap bikes. This is my excuse to build up my arsenal of beautiful exciting bikes.

[jamesbarrett]

Honestly, you make the highest quality mountain biking videos on Youtube, good work man.

[StefanDrake]

The bike in the videl reminded me of my old bike which i still have, it used to carry me to and from high school back in 2016-2017, lots of hangouts and rideouts with friends, i will start working on it to make it Rideable again

[thesundaycyclist]

Seth your flip bike series inspired me to start flipping bikes myself, and so far it’s worked out great! In the last month I’ve successfully flipped 10 bikes, and I’m excited to keep going. Thank you for making such an awesome series, and inspiring others !

[LuckyJack]

Great flip brother - you just made that lil dude’s year and made Mom happy to see him happy. Well done !!!

[drifterdogs]

The cranks will probably not last with that paint but it looks good! Foot polished cranks are an accepted level of patina imo.. but if you really wanted to go for it you need a polishing station.

[celestewilliams]

I hope you bring back flip bike! Me and my partner are learning all about bikes and watching you go through random bikes fixing them up gives a lot of knowledge and insight!