It turns out that the best way to send it big is by getting a little more down-to-earth. Learn how to build a bike ramp with DIY tips and tricks from the passionate pros at Gravity. It’s easier than you might think, and thanks to our engineering know-how, you'll enjoy the best clean fun in the dirt you’ve ever had.
Spend on what matters. Save on what’s fun. Build your own low-cost MTB, BMX, or action-sports jump at home with basic tools, simple materials, and custom plans made for your setup.
Ask any mountain biker how they fell in love with the sport, and undoubtedly hear about their love of the great outdoors, where a rocky, dirty path is a gateway to excitement.
You’ll likely hear older bikers reminisce about the joys and frustrations of the trial-and-error how-to process of building a bike ramp worthy of backyard fun.
Sounds intriguing, but a little intimidating?
Building your first ramp can feel a lot like taking your first jump, which means you’ve landed in the right place!
We started Gravity because we wanted bike ramp designs and landing gear that were fun enough for the kids and safe enough for the adults to say “yes.”
Bikes and safety gear continue to get more sophisticated, but nothing beats the DIY element we love about mountain biking and BMX. If you’re new to this part of the sport and hobby, you might be wondering things like:
If building your bike ramp from design to finish feels overwhelming right now, don’t worry - save your sweat for the competition!
Custom ramp dimensions
Buildability check
Material and Cost estimate
Step-by-step PDF instructions
A good airbag setup starts with a jump that matches your skill level, riding style, and landing system. The Gravity Jump Builder helps you create a custom ramp plan instead of guessing at height, curve, takeoff angle, or material needs.
Use it to design jumps for:
Whether you are building a smaller beginner jump or a larger progression ramp, the builder gives you a clear plan before you start cutting wood.
The builder supports different ramp layouts depending on the size of your design.
For smaller jumps, it can create a simple one-piece side panel design that fits efficiently on standard plywood.
For taller or longer jumps, it can generate split-side designs that use multiple plywood panels and bolt together into a larger ramp structure.
This gives riders and builders more flexibility than a single fixed-size plan.
Whether you’re brand new to mountain biking, looking to get back in the saddle, or a veteran rider who needs all the practice they can get, you deserve a bike ramp design that works for you.
Designing and creating a DIY bike ramp isn’t as difficult as you might think: it just takes a little know-how.
BMX and mountain biking are all about good, clean, and responsible fun, but we care about doing it safely. In the spirit of getting our hands – and wheels – a little dirty, start building your next custom ride with our app today!
1. Enter Your Ramp Size
2. Review the Build Details
3. Match It With the Right Airbag
4. Download Your PDF Plans
Finally, Step 5
Gravity Stunt Systems airbags are built to help riders progress with more confidence. The Jump Builder helps you design a ramp that pairs with one of our landing systems, from smaller backyard setups to bigger progression jumps.
Pluto Lander
Lunar Lander
Mercury Lander
Mars Lander
Ramp building and action sports involve risk. These plans are provided for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional engineering, construction advice, or local code requirements.
Always use proper safety equipment, build on a stable surface, inspect the ramp before use, and ride within your ability. Adult supervision is required during construction and recommended during use.
Use the Gravity Jump Builder to create a custom ramp plan for your next backyard, coaching, event, or progression setup.
A good airbag setup starts with a jump that matches your skill level, riding style, and landing system. The Gravity Jump Builder helps you create a custom ramp plan instead of guessing at height, curve, takeoff angle, or material needs.
Yes! If you’re a total beginner and need help choosing the right dimensions, just select “Help Me Choose a Preset,” and you’ll be guided through a few more questions to help you start things off on the right foot.
It helps in a few different ways:
Ultimately, how you build your bike ramp is up to you, which is why this app gives riders and builders more flexibility than a single fixed-size plan.
Yes! We want to honor the DIY element of this sport by helping you learn how to build your bike ramp. In the spirit of that, it’s free – whether or not you’re a freestyle jumper.
You can design excellent bike ramps that also work great for other action sports, including:
Whether you are building a smaller beginner jump or a larger progression ramp, the builder gives you a clear plan before you start cutting wood.
Gravity was founded by an aeronautics engineer with decades of experience designing airplanes that land as safely and smoothly as they take off. He coupled that expertise with his two true passions: the great outdoors and his great-outdoors-loving family.
The result was a line of high-quality stunt airbags that blows away the competition in terms of quality, price, and, definitely, fun.
Whether you’re a new rider who just took off the training wheels, a seasoned professional athlete, or even a stunt actor in a major motion picture, there is a Gravity airbag that’s ready to meet you where you’re at – literally.
So, what are you spinning your wheels for?
Download the app, shop our selection of premium stunt airbags, and Jump to it!