The Tour Divide -- The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

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  • Опубликовано: 22 янв 2025

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  • @linesided
    @linesided Год назад +155

    This is the way a trip report should be. Some trail eye views. Some big bags under your eyes by day 3. The greasy burger, the crappy weather. The filthy bike. Nice change to the oft-romantic version of long distance racing. Good route planning to hit so many hotels. Smart to put your health number one. No bike race is worth losing it.

  • @drwatsonpe
    @drwatsonpe Год назад +94

    Rhabdo is no joke...you are lucky you didn't end up in renal failure. I'm glad that you made the difficult but appropriate decision to backtrack and, perhaps, save your life. As a physician, I've seen a few who weren't quite as lucky.

    • @TheMisterSpok
      @TheMisterSpok Год назад +5

      Not "perhaps". Going back did save his life. Doing another 50 miles could have made it worse, to the point of kidney failure.

  • @ferruccio4531
    @ferruccio4531 11 месяцев назад +5

    you took the right decision and lived to fight another day. great video.
    ciao from Venice (Italy)

  • @garyonnen7634
    @garyonnen7634 Год назад +16

    Great video. The cow bells would drive me nuts.

    • @TedKing1
      @TedKing1  Год назад +7

      Seeing a grizzly would also not be the best. Ha!

  • @GMoneyLove
    @GMoneyLove Год назад +49

    This is hero level stuff, Ted. Not because of the epic nature of doing the ride itself, but being open and honest enough to know when its time to call it. Always tough, but your health (rhabdo is no joke) and family are what is most important. The adventures will be there for next time! Keep at it. Cheers.

  • @escsniper
    @escsniper Год назад +48

    Ted, I learned more from this video about ultra-distance riding than I have from watching 100 success stories. It was raw. It was real. And I truly appreciate your willingness to share this experience with us. Glad you are OK, and I look forward to seeing your next adventure.

  • @rossolimo4981
    @rossolimo4981 Год назад +21

    Your final monologue - so honest, heartfelt, introspective, beautiful - is important for all of us to hear. Another amazing video - Thank you!

  • @jimgoodyear1136
    @jimgoodyear1136 Год назад +23

    This is one of the more honest inside looks at the Tour Divide that I've seen. You captured the epic-ness of this event.

  • @yumyumhungry
    @yumyumhungry Год назад +20

    I completed the Tour Divide this year and also noticed my face got extremely puffy as if I was stung by bees. I think my entire immune system just went nuts on me from the stress I was putting my body through. The good news was after Lima my body seemed to find an equilibrium. The swelling in my face went down and the pain in my legs went away. I had a whole host of other problems with my body, but it seemed to accept the effort I was putting in.

    • @mgrant6607
      @mgrant6607 Год назад +8

      I haven't done the TD, but I went thru BUD/S (SEAL training) and after hell week everyone's body swells up to the point where you can't wear shoes for a week. I think its a typical physiological response to extreme physical exertion and no/little sleep.

  • @spungieful
    @spungieful Год назад +3

    Ted, Warriors status with your fitness, planning, commentating and more importantly..decisions. Very tight. Thanks for sharing.

  • @TheBeautifulBike
    @TheBeautifulBike Год назад +1

    Always pro Ted. That is some rugged country. Now I’m gonna watch “200 on 100” again. 🙌🏼🌟

  • @jdeckard1243
    @jdeckard1243 Год назад +3

    Firstly , thank you for putting the effort in to film your ride. Secondly , thank you for sharing it with us mere mortals. Thirdly , Ted King lives to ride another day.

  • @jerseybarrier64
    @jerseybarrier64 Год назад +9

    This was really a special watch. So well done. Thanks for sharing the highs and lows.

    • @TedKing1
      @TedKing1  Год назад +2

      Glad you enjoyed it! Lots of work to make it. Happy it’s sharing good vibes!

  • @yveshennequin1616
    @yveshennequin1616 Год назад +1

    "recognize the priorities" ! 🙌🙌
    Big up Ted !

  • @wprann
    @wprann Год назад +12

    Thank you for showing ALL sides to riding a bike! Taken care and see you on the flip side! 🚴🏻💪❤️

  • @iTGbuDeeV
    @iTGbuDeeV Год назад +9

    Sucks that we're RhabBros, but so glad you had people in your corner to help you identify it and get through it. I spent 6 days in the hospital on fluids with Rhabdo almost exactly 1 year ago. My arms are still not back to normal. Live to fight another day!

  • @keepingtherubberdown5715
    @keepingtherubberdown5715 Год назад +9

    Thanks for the recap @TedKing I followed your dot during the event and already knew the outcome. I am hoping you are doing better.

  • @mycoolcar
    @mycoolcar Год назад +1

    It’s 6am, I’m eating breakfast and watching this. I don’t have enough time to watch all of it now, but I will come back. Thanks for putting this together. At 5:52 it’s Joe Nation!! (He came 3rd)

  • @j159423
    @j159423 Год назад +6

    I was rooting for you and was disappointed to see the DNF but your health and the well being of your family should always come first. Tough decision but no question that it was the right one. Looking forward to your next adventure!

  • @gmjohnson77
    @gmjohnson77 Год назад +9

    Ted, you are an inspiration! Thank you for sharing. I scratched on the TD in 2017 (I have not been able to return yet). This video brought tears to my eyes.

  • @billmcdowell4826
    @billmcdowell4826 Год назад +7

    Glad you'll be ok. There's always another day or not. You had accomplished alot in your bicycle life. Take care and see you on your other adventures. ❤

  • @richardvaughn168
    @richardvaughn168 Год назад +8

    Rhabdo is no joke. You went to the edge and slid over. Digesting your muscles is no fun! Glad you are doing better and appreciate you sharing your story.

  • @JMar4K
    @JMar4K Год назад +1

    This guy is amazing, I don't know how anyone does it this way as a race. Over 100 miles every day that's a lot of hurt on the body. I'd like to do this route one day just 50 miles a day at my own pace probably on an ebike to boot lol.

  • @markgrumke2193
    @markgrumke2193 Год назад +5

    What a great feeling to have family back home and to be able to carry that love and their strenghts with you. Congrats on a big effort and glad you are recovered and healthy.

  • @jamesbrittain9564
    @jamesbrittain9564 Год назад +1

    The REAL Divide. This video beautifully captures the raw humanity that makes this race so compelling. It's a vivid reminder of how swiftly life can shift, especially on the Divide. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.

  • @mikebird19
    @mikebird19 Год назад +1

    THis long distance stuff is gnarly!!

  • @shanelaird9032
    @shanelaird9032 Год назад +4

    I was waiting for this one, great video! Good call, when your health is in jeopardy it’s always the right decision 🤙🏼

  • @ryangregohara
    @ryangregohara Год назад

    We’ve spent so many days shuttling the kids on that flowy section after the suspension bridge! Love it.

  • @waynekurtz5558
    @waynekurtz5558 Год назад +2

    Appreciate the recap Ted. Sorry it did not go to plan, but smart decision with everything you had going on. Onward and upward!

  • @ianbarr4716
    @ianbarr4716 Год назад +3

    Ted, I listen to your podcast weekly (or whenever you find the time to post). I watched your progress as the GDMBR started and wondered what happened. You are a true class act, an amazing ambassador for the sport and an inspiration to people everywhere. Thank you so much for this vlog. Your open, honest and vulnerable self has brought you up to an even higher level of human (if that's even possible) Cheers, bro.

  • @mycoolcar
    @mycoolcar Год назад +1

    Ted, I watched all the way to the end. You made the correct decision, and you know it was the best thing to do, I’m just saying it again in an attempt to remove any shred of doubt you may have. It’s a hard ride and a major undertaking.

  • @Andy_ATB
    @Andy_ATB Год назад +6

    Glad to see you'll be okay. These events are brutal....and far tougher than we sometimes realise.
    I think Ric off GMBN also ended up in hospital during a 24 hour desert MTB earlier in the year. I think you were also in that race.

  • @jayntina
    @jayntina Год назад +2

    Ted, great perspective and vulnerability. We all enjoyed the journey with you. There is no perfect script.

  • @jadamski
    @jadamski Год назад +4

    Daaamn that was a pleasure to watch! You have got to do more of those. Silk Road next year?

  • @niklashbg
    @niklashbg Год назад +2

    The level of openness and honesty of this report is just as spectacular as the views from the trail. Thanks for sharing this!
    Would really love to try this route someday, although with a full nights sleep in between every day.

  • @GerritD
    @GerritD Год назад +1

    Rhabdo is brutal. Thanks for setting a real example for us all, pros and regular people, about how and when to listen to our bodies and make the call to stop

  • @curtbrown7967
    @curtbrown7967 Год назад +1

    Good on ya! Take care

  • @windy415
    @windy415 Год назад +2

    You’re a classy guy Ted!❤️🙏

  • @idriysmcfield7631
    @idriysmcfield7631 Год назад +1

    Glad you’re alive. Good seeing your at SBT GRVL.

  • @simonguard5087
    @simonguard5087 Год назад +1

    Sat here in the South of England, home comforts - I’m a great admirer of you and the way you apply yourself in life, even more so now because you recognise what’s important. Thankyou Ted King

  • @elliotttampa
    @elliotttampa Год назад +1

    I'm glad you stopped man... always next year!

  • @martinm1968
    @martinm1968 Год назад +2

    This is the most impressive trip report I have seen so far on YT. It once again demonstrates how challenging ultra rides are, and more importantly what the right priorities are. Scratching was the only option

  • @shalakabooyaka1480
    @shalakabooyaka1480 Год назад

    21:00 I said out loud "good for you" when you said no alarm lol, that's a well-deserved alarm skip lets be real. I think rest needs to be emphasized a bit more in ultra endurance. Great video man, I really enjoyed it a lot.

  • @arcoulant87
    @arcoulant87 Год назад +1

    Chapeau great video thanks for posting onwards an up and rubber side down.

  • @chrlmlln9018
    @chrlmlln9018 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you, sir, so very much for sharing your start section and riding the Tour Divide, you did great, and yes you also made a wise decision take care of your health in order to recover and take very good care of your most important health need and not take any risks!
    The Tour Divide is still there waiting for your ride in future, if you wish to ride it again all the way to the Mexico border, and when being perfectly healthy and then being able to enjoy every minute of it, the most important is that you are safe and healthy! May you be most richly blessed and enjoy your time to be spending time with your loved ones and spend time with your friends!
    I hope you are all well now and doing good in every aspect!
    You made such a honest and very fine video footage of your adventure starting from Canada!
    Stay blessed every minute you, and your whole family and loved ones! Best regards from Sweden! 🙏👍💖

  • @andrewrockwell1086
    @andrewrockwell1086 Год назад +1

    Great recap of a phenomenal experience Ted. Really did a good job capturing the true nature of the highs and lows. Happy to have made your acquaintance and to have been able to lend a small hand here and there! (Also glad you never needed the bear spray!) . Give me a shout when you come back to check out our riding!

  • @jackiegammon2065
    @jackiegammon2065 Год назад +1

    Like so many others have mentioned, I'm glad that you received treatment and can get back home. I'm sure it will be great to visit with your family and play with the kids. Take the time to take care of yourself, recover and enjoy Life. Vermont is a beautiful state, so enjoy it with your family and once again, you made the right decision. Thank You for sharing your story and reminding all of us that family is always the most important, and always there to help out. Take Care!!

  • @GratzRides
    @GratzRides 8 месяцев назад

    Ted, timestamp 20:22 - I was the talkative dude after the start at the Sugarcane 200 (I can’t beLIEVE you let Dylan beat you! . I recall telling you about Northwestern Montana before we had that weird misdirected hillclimb up to the paved Lake Okeechobee trail, with you telling me of Vermont. 🤘🏼all hail #frankthewelder 🚲😃

  • @wesleycurrin1457
    @wesleycurrin1457 Год назад +1

    This video showed me you are a bigger man than I thought you were.

  • @mahditavazoei7611
    @mahditavazoei7611 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for the great report. We are not going to sacrifice our health for everything. Maybe later, much stronger. 👍

    • @TedKing1
      @TedKing1  10 месяцев назад

      I appreciate it

  • @GrantLundberg
    @GrantLundberg Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing. I’m so happy you made a good decision in a tough spot. The race will be there again. Take care.

  • @ucanskixc568
    @ucanskixc568 Год назад +1

    Since I knew you by some of your other adventures, I was following closely as I could, with the DOT, RUclips and Instagram reports. I trust all is well as you lived to see another day!! Keep on riding. :)

  • @smoore5540
    @smoore5540 Год назад

    There's always another time to attempt your goals, being fit and healthy. It might not feel like it at the time, the racer in you wants to carry on, but the father, son, friend, partner in you made the right decision. Chapeau. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚴‍♀️👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @erniemartineziidvmmba9220
    @erniemartineziidvmmba9220 Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing the good and the bad. Great video compilation and story. Ride on bro!

  • @jwo011
    @jwo011 Год назад +1

    Fantastic video and what a scenery, my god. Thank you for sharing 🤟

  • @saskhiker3935
    @saskhiker3935 Год назад

    I am thankful you weren't feeling well near a town and not far into the backcountry with no way out. Your diagnosis was a serious one. Most importantly your Ok and you got to come home to your family.
    Thanks for the content Ted!

  • @ericpmoss
    @ericpmoss Год назад +1

    Kudos on the buzz cut. It is much safer when dealing with heat, easier to check for ticks, easier/faster to clean and stay comfortable.

  • @chrisbaum998
    @chrisbaum998 Год назад

    Impressive effort Ted!! Thanks for letting us tag along on your epic adventure and showing us the good, the bad and the ugly side of this Tour Divide. Glad you made the right decision and are back home with family to recover!!

  • @frankkottwitz6279
    @frankkottwitz6279 Год назад

    Glad you decided to get checked out you have given us all so much amazing content. Hope get well and spend time with your awesome family

  • @KevinMoon-fo3ix
    @KevinMoon-fo3ix Год назад

    My heart sank at “… back to Butte.” Smart decision, still so hard to let go. Ride on

  • @raywood3439
    @raywood3439 Год назад

    Impressive honesty & making the effort to film while undertaking such a gruelling effort. Putting the human into being 👏🏼

  • @wadejacobson5126
    @wadejacobson5126 Год назад +1

    Your health and family are everything. Well done, Ted!

  • @addingonbird1
    @addingonbird1 Год назад +1

    I followed your insta and the podcasts but this is so much more raw. Thanks for sharing.

  • @graffix11us
    @graffix11us Год назад +1

    That was a hell of a ride, you made the smart decision. There is always next time. Great race report and thanks for the honesty as always! Feel better soon, though I'm sure time at home with family already has you on the right path.

  • @akatgif
    @akatgif Год назад

    Thanks for taking the time to film and publish this video Ted

  • @antoniocasablancasvilanova2207

    WOW. Pushed beyond the limit...so emotional and beautiful video. Thank you. Rest up. Enjoy life!

  • @benfoxworth9826
    @benfoxworth9826 Год назад

    Godspeed, Ted. We grow more from experiences like yours than we do from most successes.

  • @budlacombe3651
    @budlacombe3651 Год назад +1

    Wonderful vid/ story/ post TK - bravo

  • @beardsonbikes
    @beardsonbikes Год назад

    Thank you for being so openly honest. Refreshing to see this, and that you are willing to share this adventure with us. Heartbreaking you had to quit the race, but health and family come first. Wishing you all the best!

  • @kyleweck2695
    @kyleweck2695 Год назад +2

    You rule Ted! This was great and what a strong effort.

  • @RunBikeRun1
    @RunBikeRun1 Год назад

    I know you hated to pull out but I'm glad that you made the wise decision to do so and that you are now well and rested. Enjoy your time with your family. Praying for you and yours! God Bless! 🙏

  • @zacharyhelget
    @zacharyhelget 7 месяцев назад

    This one got to me. I remember experiencing those emotions when I biked across the US. This vid is a very real and accurate portrait of going on a trip like that. Thanks for sharing your experience!

  • @toddwhite1956
    @toddwhite1956 Год назад +1

    Amazing Effort. Glad you knew what your priorities are! I remember seeing you at my 2nd BWR (I did the wafer, 60 year old dude with a pacemaker). You inspire me to push harder!

  • @Highnoonshred
    @Highnoonshred Год назад +2

    ThanksTed for creating such an honest and powerful video! Hope your July and August rocks and glad you got to experience montana in June! It was such a great month out here. Cheers biking brother!

  • @ecycled3d
    @ecycled3d Год назад

    Ted. Epic story. Be kind to yourself. I know you will. Peace and respect!

  • @jakegunther2548
    @jakegunther2548 Месяц назад

    Tough decision. Good call. Great video! Thank you!

  • @DFlo780
    @DFlo780 Год назад +1

    Thank you for the incredible and vulnerable look into your Tour Divide attempt. Im sure the documentation aspect was... tiring to say the least some days... but I appreciate all the insight into a race that I can guarantee ill never be able to consider competing in haha. You're the peoples champ Ted and I think i can speak for everyone when i say we appreciate you and always cheer for you! Thank you for letting us live vicariously through your dope channel. Chapaeu and health is wealth!!

    • @TedKing1
      @TedKing1  Год назад

      Ha, yes, it took a lot of effort to think of all the filming. I appreciate it.

  • @GD-cc4su
    @GD-cc4su 8 месяцев назад

    I remember dot watching this - after coming home from Emporia with one more DK/Unbound story under my belt, and thinking Ted's going to tear this one up after that mudfest. The bags under your eyes were troubling on IG, but I didn't really get all the details until just now watching the video. Man, my heart goes out to you and your family - that must have been a really scary time for everyone. I might catch a glimpse or two of you in Emporia at the end of the month (definitely want an Untapped maple creemee, or two), and I will be cheering for you all day 💪

  • @kawdenco
    @kawdenco 9 месяцев назад

    Glad you made healthy choices and got well. Looks like 2024 is going to be fun. Thanks for the channel and for being real. Best.

  • @mowensmd
    @mowensmd Год назад

    thx for this honest and amazing documentation. Rhabdo is super dangerous, so glad you made the right choices. As a doc, we can all want things like the summit we dreamed about and the drive/passion we know worked in the past...it takes real courage to NOT. Kudos Ted. Hope your future challenges and fun are inspired.

  • @Mugochap
    @Mugochap Год назад +1

    Great effort and insights Ted, thanks for sharing your Tour Divide story with us.

  • @Prettyboyskiingonleasedland
    @Prettyboyskiingonleasedland Год назад

    Incredible story. I’m sorry you weren’t able to make it but I’m glad your well. Your very positive

  • @felixr5387
    @felixr5387 Год назад

    All I can say is wow and damn! I can't even fathom attempting such a ride. Glad you are OK and hopefully you had a great time back home with family.

  • @Gravelpilot
    @Gravelpilot Год назад

    It’s all good, we’re still pulling for you no matter what event you ride in!

  • @victoriaweeks1448
    @victoriaweeks1448 Год назад

    Thank you so much for sharing. I can’t imagine how hard it must’ve been to make that decision but I am glad that you stuck by it! Sounds like the docs are too. My husband used to always say: “Live to ride another day.” I hope you enjoyed your week and a half of freedom at home:)

  • @timcarnes3467
    @timcarnes3467 Год назад

    Heal up brp. I appreciate your candid authenticity. Enjoy your surprise 1.5 weeks of rest.

  • @johnpayne2465
    @johnpayne2465 Год назад

    A very good message to everyone. Be man enough to seek & take good advice. Thanks for this, Ted. Another day and it might’ve been a far worse story. It was very cool seeing Lael in the mix.

  • @diaztools
    @diaztools Год назад

    Thank you for sharing. The success event and hickups are what make our total of experiences. You made the right call. Love, peace, and healing.

  • @LarryMullins111
    @LarryMullins111 Год назад

    Ted, you are THE MAN!!!!!!

  • @themississippikidful
    @themississippikidful Год назад

    Great video TK better luck next year . When your video alerts pop up the BB King and Eric Clapton song "Riding with the King" swirls around in my head 😂

  • @davelawlin1677
    @davelawlin1677 Год назад

    Thanks Ted for posting this very real and transparent recap! Also appreciate your vulnerability in sharing the tremendous emotional journey associated with the substantial commitment to undertake the ride and in-turn felt disappointment to end. I'm learning at 65 that I'm not defined by disappointments and shortfalls in my cycling endeavors but rather instead treasure/enjoy all rides and the capacity to ride along with the beauty, simplicity, and soul refreshment afforded. Keep up the posts!

  • @thomascouture1346
    @thomascouture1346 Год назад

    Super job Ted, So well done, and with the perfect attitude for the effort. Your health trumps everything and just to start, to take it on in the first place is the win. Chapeau!

  • @18Jorne
    @18Jorne Год назад

    Great and honest story behind the very kind person I briefly met at Snow Valley Lodge! (I arrived as you were leaving to start your day 2 of the race)

  • @lydiagould3090
    @lydiagould3090 Год назад

    Huge respect, Ted. You tell it as it is. , all the emotional highs and lows that one of the hardest bikepacking race brings with it. It must test the human body to it's limits. So glad you're ok. Rhabdo is a very serious illness , must have been very scary feeling so ill and not knowing what was wrong, miles from your family and friends.
    All the best for your next biking adventure😊😊😊

  • @r.ryder1
    @r.ryder1 Год назад

    You’re a legend Ted 👑

  • @plutopedro1
    @plutopedro1 Год назад +1

    Glad you listened to your body !
    I hope people have researched this issue and take into account all potential causes. We have all been through a lot these last few years, unfortunately it seems as though "mandated" doesnt make something safe nor effective. As a Mt. Individual I take my rights very seriously, I didnt do the thing that many assumed was going to help others around them, because I had serious reservations. Please people dont let this thing happen again. Our health is fragile , we need each other, and we need each other healthy to fully thrive.
    Question Everything, work hard and play harder !
    Blessings Love and light. 🙏☀️

  • @kinyast1
    @kinyast1 6 месяцев назад

    Beautiful insight!❤️🇰🇪👌🏿

  • @blindgg
    @blindgg Год назад

    I hated the ending for you but I loved watching this. I'm hoping to tackle the tour divide one day, thank you for sharing your story

  • @robertoatess1362
    @robertoatess1362 Год назад

    This is such a great video! Showing the real side of a grueling race. As always, Ted does a great job. I hope he’s doing ok.

  • @markrathkamp7681
    @markrathkamp7681 Год назад +1

    Great video. I love the realness.