Can you tailwhip without a gyro?

Yes, you can tailwhip without a gyro, but it requires a different set of skills and techniques. Gyros help maintain stability and control during tricks, especially on BMX bikes, but many riders successfully perform tailwhips on bikes without gyros by using their body movements and bike positioning to generate the necessary momentum and rotation. Mastering the tailwhip without a gyro may take more practice, but it's entirely possible.