Thought you might wish to know how you became my favorite RUclipsr. You made this recording on the day my sweetheart wife died. I had spent a very lonely 5 years caring for her with Alzheimer's disease. She was terribly afflicted with the symptoms, seldom spoke and more seldom made any sense when she spoke. It was a great blessing for her when God brought her home. Me too, Anyway I was confronted with what to do with myself now that she had moved ahead. At one time I had been an avid street biker and did 30 miles every weekend. I believed I could do that again and enjoy it. Turns out I got covid a week after her funeral and spent a few months in bed...emerging barely able to walk. I tripped over this video when I was bedridden. I was thoroughly charmed by your approach and personal content. Over a year later I am still struggling to get fit enough to do a real bike ride. I have watched all your you tube videos at least once. This one a great many times. If ever we meet on the trail I will likely ask you for a big hug since you unknowingly filled a huge gap of loneliness when I needed you the most.
I love Apache Trail, I have a Liv. Your reel helps me measure the loop. I've only done a little loop a t Apache but thank you, it gives me confidence. I'm more anxious not on my strength, but anxious about venturing far in the desert. This is a great video.
Ocotillo sidewinder loop used to be my go to trails. Haven’t ridden out there since before thanksgiving. Even longer for Apache Wash. Nice little recovery ride
I've only road Ocotillo and Sidewinder once and it was about 3-3.5 years ago. I was still new to MTB but if I remember correctly I enjoyed them. I walked a lot of the bigger climbs. Might have to give them another go with my current skill and fitness level 💪🏼 Apache is a great little ride. My favorite time on it was with the family 🥰
Great video. New(ish) to Arizona (moved from Ohio in June '21) and looking for some beginner trails - and this looks to be a GREAT option! Thanks for taking us along on your ride.
Thanks Scott! Where in Ohio? I’m from Dayton. Glad you enjoyed it and hope you like the trail when you go. PHX has a lot to offer. White tanks and browns ranch also have some nice Beginner friendly options.
@@RCRGIRL How cool - we meet so many people from Ohio out here! We are from the Youngstown area. I had a chance to ride the AW trail on Saturday and liked it - although I must admit, I did get lost, I think I took one too many connectors and missed the trailhead. Was all good though. Again, truly appreciate the beginner trail recommendations you provided. Look forward to taking them for a trial run!
Well you got my attention with the "odd burning in your arms feeling". I started having what I've been calling sport neuropathy back last August. Burning in the arms, across the chest , and in the lower jaw. It started a couple of weeks after i increased my riding routine. I let it go for a while and then thought because I'm 69 lets get some tests , make sure its not heart related. I got tests, negative, so doc said let's wait, see what happens over the winter when i, who lives in Canada, had to stop riding for a few months. I still have it. It happens at odd times, 4am, and sometimes when initial physical exertion happens. I don't know if you and i are having something similar but one small relief i found was when it happens if i lean over the back of a chair, with a couple of blankets or pillows on it, and just hang over , arms down , i get relief with in a minute or so where otherwise i would be ten minutes of very uncomfortable experience. Anyway good luck with everything. I also have had surgery, related to Ulcertive Colitis, major scene, and am back in the world again riding. Thanks for the videos, they helped inspire me to get back out there. Bless
Another Warrior fighting the invisible fight! That's what it feels like sometimes. I've had a host of symptoms and had surgery January of 2020 to remove my implants, 90% sure they were poisoning me and causing all sorts of issues. The feeling we seem to both be experiencing or is at least similar, is circulation related (I'm guessing) like the blood pressure rises quickly and the body can't seem to pump it where it needs to go or possibly the vessels restrict and make it hard for the flow! I've had a bunch of tests both recently and as a teenager and a kid. Never could find anything that stood out. They speculated that I might be borderline Anemic back when I was a teenager, told me to (get this) eat a candy bar before I practiced or had a match. (Used to play Tennis competitively)....I thought that was the kickass' thing at the time. Told my mom SEE, I NEED that candy bar 😂 Anyway, hope you can get some more answers and I LOVE that you're getting back out there and exploring/riding!! 🥰
Thanks Donna, I watched and listened to the video twice yesterday while doing our income taxes. It was 6 degrees Fahrenheit here and blowing a gale, so indoor work was best. The trail looks like it would be great for us, and good parking too. Once in a while in our travels, we have wanted to ride an area, but the parking seemed a bit sketchy. We look forward to trying it out next winter. Take care, Ben from Nova Scotia
Enjoyed reading that and I even tried to hear it in my head with an accent (haha). I LOVE accents. That is really cold, holy moly! We're currently in the mid 70's and occasionally dipping into the low 80's. How is the riding in Nova Scotia? During you're prime time of course.
@@RCRGIRL Hello Donna, The riding here in Nova Scotia is great during the summer and fall. We were able to ride almost to Christmas. Lots of trails through the forest with views of the ocean. In the spring it is mud season, very slow and messy. We stick to a trail close to home in the spring that was converted from a railway , but it is still too icy and mucky for us. We have seen a few hardcore riders on the trail with studded tires, but we are hoping things will melt and dry up in a few weeks. Take care Ben and Sue
I love that trailhead. I singlespeed Ocitillo and sidewinder trails at the Apache Wash trailhead. The big fan at the Second trailhead is great in the summer
I've done that combination before (Ocotillo and Sidewinder) it was back at the beginning of my MTB adventures, few years ago meow. I enjoyed it from what I can remember though I do remember there being some decently long gradual climbs! Pretty sure I pushed at the end of a couple of them haha. That's rad you're doing it on a SS!
Thanks Dontae!! I need to get out there and explore. So many places in PHX I have yet to experience. Browns, Hawes (only once), Fins, a lot of South Mountain. Etc.
Nice trail, btw you may want to research fasting, reams of new data on how the body reacts to fasting, cellular repair and reduction of inflammation. cheers.
Giving you a heads up there cave creek there is some black diamond up there Browns Ranch there is more. Also I have done Apache Wash Loop in the different direction.
I cleaned my chain real good and it seems to be better, I'm going to keep an eye on it and make sure it's not what you said!! Up in Idaho at the moment visiting my bestie and riding bikes 😍
Thought you might wish to know how you became my favorite RUclipsr. You made this recording on the day my sweetheart wife died. I had spent a very lonely 5 years caring for her with Alzheimer's disease. She was terribly afflicted with the symptoms, seldom spoke and more seldom made any sense when she spoke. It was a great blessing for her when God brought her home. Me too, Anyway I was confronted with what to do with myself now that she had moved ahead. At one time I had been an avid street biker and did 30 miles every weekend. I believed I could do that again and enjoy it. Turns out I got covid a week after her funeral and spent a few months in bed...emerging barely able to walk. I tripped over this video when I was bedridden. I was thoroughly charmed by your approach and personal content. Over a year later I am still struggling to get fit enough to do a real bike ride. I have watched all your you tube videos at least once. This one a great many times. If ever we meet on the trail I will likely ask you for a big hug since you unknowingly filled a huge gap of loneliness when I needed you the most.
I love Apache Trail, I have a Liv. Your reel helps me measure the loop. I've only done a little loop a t Apache but thank you, it gives me confidence. I'm more anxious not on my strength, but anxious about venturing far in the desert. This is a great video.
yes we (I) do care wish you the best for your heath . thank you for your strength
Thanks so much Dave! 🥰
This was very cool gonna try this trail thanks
Ocotillo sidewinder loop used to be my go to trails. Haven’t ridden out there since before thanksgiving. Even longer for Apache Wash. Nice little recovery ride
I've only road Ocotillo and Sidewinder once and it was about 3-3.5 years ago. I was still new to MTB but if I remember correctly I enjoyed them. I walked a lot of the bigger climbs. Might have to give them another go with my current skill and fitness level 💪🏼
Apache is a great little ride. My favorite time on it was with the family 🥰
Great video. New(ish) to Arizona (moved from Ohio in June '21) and looking for some beginner trails - and this looks to be a GREAT option! Thanks for taking us along on your ride.
Thanks Scott! Where in Ohio? I’m from Dayton.
Glad you enjoyed it and hope you like the trail when you go. PHX has a lot to offer. White tanks and browns ranch also have some nice Beginner friendly options.
@@RCRGIRL How cool - we meet so many people from Ohio out here! We are from the Youngstown area.
I had a chance to ride the AW trail on Saturday and liked it - although I must admit, I did get lost, I think I took one too many connectors and missed the trailhead. Was all good though.
Again, truly appreciate the beginner trail recommendations you provided. Look forward to taking them for a trial run!
Well you got my attention with the "odd burning in your arms feeling". I started having what I've been calling sport neuropathy back last August. Burning in the arms, across the chest , and in the lower jaw. It started a couple of weeks after i increased my riding routine. I let it go for a while and then thought because I'm 69 lets get some tests , make sure its not heart related. I got tests, negative, so doc said let's wait, see what happens over the winter when i, who lives in Canada, had to stop riding for a few months. I still have it. It happens at odd times, 4am, and sometimes when initial physical exertion happens. I don't know if you and i are having something similar but one small relief i found was when it happens if i lean over the back of a chair, with a couple of blankets or pillows on it, and just hang over , arms down , i get relief with in a minute or so where otherwise i would be ten minutes of very uncomfortable experience. Anyway good luck with everything. I also have had surgery, related to Ulcertive Colitis, major scene, and am back in the world again riding. Thanks for the videos, they helped inspire me to get back out there. Bless
Another Warrior fighting the invisible fight! That's what it feels like sometimes.
I've had a host of symptoms and had surgery January of 2020 to remove my implants, 90% sure they were poisoning me and causing all sorts of issues.
The feeling we seem to both be experiencing or is at least similar, is circulation related (I'm guessing) like the blood pressure rises quickly and the body can't seem to pump it where it needs to go or possibly the vessels restrict and make it hard for the flow! I've had a bunch of tests both recently and as a teenager and a kid. Never could find anything that stood out. They speculated that I might be borderline Anemic back when I was a teenager, told me to (get this) eat a candy bar before I practiced or had a match. (Used to play Tennis competitively)....I thought that was the kickass' thing at the time. Told my mom SEE, I NEED that candy bar 😂
Anyway, hope you can get some more answers and I LOVE that you're getting back out there and exploring/riding!! 🥰
Thanks Donna,
I watched and listened to the video twice yesterday while doing our income taxes. It was 6 degrees Fahrenheit here and blowing a gale, so indoor work was best. The trail looks like it would be great for us, and good parking too.
Once in a while in our travels, we have wanted to ride an area, but the parking seemed a bit sketchy.
We look forward to trying it out next winter.
Take care,
Ben from Nova Scotia
Enjoyed reading that and I even tried to hear it in my head with an accent (haha). I LOVE accents.
That is really cold, holy moly! We're currently in the mid 70's and occasionally dipping into the low 80's.
How is the riding in Nova Scotia? During you're prime time of course.
@@RCRGIRL
Hello Donna,
The riding here in Nova Scotia is great during the summer and fall. We were able to ride almost to Christmas. Lots of trails through the forest with views of the ocean. In the spring it is mud season, very slow and messy. We stick to a trail close to home in the spring that was converted from a railway , but it is still too icy and mucky for us. We have seen a few hardcore riders on the trail with studded tires, but we are hoping things will melt and dry up in a few weeks.
Take care
Ben and Sue
Another great video Donna! VER is riding Geronimo this Saturday if you are in town. Cheers!
Hey bud!! I don’t think I’ll be in town this weekend. Hopefully soon though! I need to ride Geronimo, I keep seeing it on everyone’s Strava and Feed.
@@RCRGIRL Sounds good! Yes it'll be my first time. I think Meghans going to do it too. Girl power there!
I love that trailhead. I singlespeed Ocitillo and sidewinder trails at the Apache Wash trailhead. The big fan at the Second trailhead is great in the summer
I've done that combination before (Ocotillo and Sidewinder) it was back at the beginning of my MTB adventures, few years ago meow. I enjoyed it from what I can remember though I do remember there being some decently long gradual climbs! Pretty sure I pushed at the end of a couple of them haha. That's rad you're doing it on a SS!
my favorite cactus is the opuntia (a prickly pear variant) commonly called the "cow tongue" cactus.
Nice ride, what’s that winding sound?
my post ride routine starts with a recovery drink or two..replenishing elecrolytes and amino acids. Makes a huge difference in my case.
Hey Donna not sure if you have done F.I.N.S. acess in Goodyear but the trails are awesome there, check it out in trail forks.
Thanks Dontae!! I need to get out there and explore. So many places in PHX I have yet to experience. Browns, Hawes (only once), Fins, a lot of South Mountain. Etc.
FINS is kinda small and boring in my opinion. Can easily do 3 loops and do it under and hour.
perfect trail for where my health is at right now, : )
Glad you liked it and I think you'll enjoy yourself on this one. The views are beautiful and the weather is perfect right meow!
Nice trail, btw you may want to research fasting, reams of new data on how the body reacts to fasting, cellular repair and reduction of inflammation. cheers.
I'll look into that Ray, thanks for the suggestion! 🥰
Giving you a heads up there cave creek there is some black diamond up there Browns Ranch there is more. Also I have done Apache Wash Loop in the different direction.
So many good options all over the Valley. Someday I’ll make it out to Browns. Gotta ride it all right?!? Haha.
@@RCRGIRL my brother friend and I did some of Brown’s Ranch on January 31st for my birthday.
We care Donna!!
Thanks so much Richard, means a lot!! 🥰
Did you trace the noise - it sounds like bottom bracket bearings - especially if it is a pressfit?
I cleaned my chain real good and it seems to be better, I'm going to keep an eye on it and make sure it's not what you said!!
Up in Idaho at the moment visiting my bestie and riding bikes 😍
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Lol quesadilla that was funny
Most hikers do have their earbuds and cannot hear. Need a mini MTB air horn..... lol.
Yep, just strapped to the chest harness of packs or possibly on the handlebars 😂
Whats rhe name of the app/website she is using? Trail forks?
Yep, Trailforks.
With ROUVY, you can actually use your videos to control the resistance of your smart trainer.