Build the PERFECT BMX Quarter Pipe – Tips and Tricks

This will help you save time, money, and headaches! I’m not a pro, but I’ve built enough ramps (10+) to have an arsenal of tips and tricks to share. This bmx specific quarter is about 3.5ft high, 8ft wide, and features no coping! I absolutely love building things – if there is something else you want me to build/cover just let me know! Support our videos with Shirts and Stickers – http://LZBMX.com

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Here’s a great article to fill in the gaps that I didn’t mention – http://diyskate.com/quarter_02.html
DO NOT USE THEIR DIMENSIONS/SPECS THOUGH! USE MINE!!!!!

STUFF NOT MENTIONED IN VIDEO
In order to use one sheet of plywood for both sides you will need to measure the 2ft deck FIRST. Then trace the radius from there (it will make sense when you are doing it). We also braced the middle 2×4 for extra support by attaching it to the base. If you choose to leave your surface with pressure treated plywood I highly recommend staining it! The stain will be absorbed by the wood, make it look pretty, and protect it.

All prices are either taken from my local Home Depot, or are estimates. There are plenty of ways to save money by recycling used wood, utilizing different materials and tools, or even using cheaper screws. This is just based on experience what I find to work the best and make the easiest most solid ramp.

MATERIALS
13 2x4x8 Whitewood Stud – $3 ea
5 Pressure Treated 2”x4”x8’ – $4 ea
2 3/4” (or close) Pressure Treated 4’x8’ Plywood – $32 ea
4 1/2” (or close) 4’x8’ Plywood – $20 ea
5lb Deck Mate 2-1/2” Star Deck Screw $30
5lb Deck Mate 1-5/8” Star Deck Screw $30

TOTAL MATERIAL COST ~ $260

SUGGESTED TOOLS
T-Square 48” ~ $11
Jig Saw (or sawzall) ~ $100
Circular Saw ~ $100
Chalk line ~ $10
Drill ~ $50
Safety Glasses – $10
Assorted drill bits – $15

TOTAL TOOL COST ~ $270

EXTRAS
3 4’x8’ Ramp Armor Sheets ~ $130 ea
Truck Rental ~ $25

RAMP ARMOR COST ~ $390

TOTAL PROJECT COST = $260-$945 (depending on surface/tools you don’t have)

RAMP SPECS
42” High
8ft radius
8ft wide
2x4s are ~ 94.5” (96” subtract by 2x side thickness)
2ft top deck
1/2” sheets are 8ft long – cut excess
Ramp Armor are FULL SHEETS
Weight = VERY HEAVY. Build it where you want to keep it!
8″-10” between studs
PRESSURE TREATED WHERE IT TOUCHES THE GROUND

Total time required: 4-10hrs

WARNINGS
As always SAFETY FIRST. If you’ve never used a power tool before, have someone there to help you. Ramp Armor is EXTREMELY sharp, DO NOT slide your hands on the edges. File the sharp edges once installed to avoid this. Wear safety goggles, you won’t believe the amount of stuff that will get flung at your eyes. It is possible to build by yourself, but having a friend will make it much easier and faster!

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34 thoughts on “Build the PERFECT BMX Quarter Pipe – Tips and Tricks”

Hello how big is the ramp or what are the dimensions

Thanks Adam the description was really usefull

Is this the key?

8 feet radius and 8 feet wide?

Also I wanna see another quarter pipe build but it's light enough to move around

Emma Roberts

This is a cream sofa btw lol

I love it!!!

No more ramp tricks at the end? 🙁

Creame soda gang

Are you Australia

my dads scared!

What should I do if I want coping

Can you use these specs for a bmx kicker ramp? 8’ radius & 42” high.

Where can I find your list of materials please? Deborah UK

Instead of cutting your 2×4 down, notch your plywood sides. Stronger, longer lasting, and your full sheet of plywood will still fit.

Perfect women

Adam LZ , how did u measure the plywood to get the perfect radius ? Have a clip of u measuring the perfect radius ?

I love how this guy is buying his first drill while also instructing people on how to build. I think I'll go buy my first skateboard and start educating people on how to skate.