Can you wheelie your mountain bike?

Riding a wheelie takes real skill, yet many longtime riders never learn it. Take our poll and tell us where you stand.
By Jeff Barber
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Is there any bike trick that’s cooler than a wheelie? Sure, there are more impressive moves on a bike, but popping a wheelie — and holding it! — shows skill. Not everyone can do a wheelie, including many riders who have been at it a long time, which adds to the appeal.

Can you wheelie your mountain bike?

If you answered “no,” tell us why you want to learn — or why you don’t care to — in the comments below.

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