Riding Whistler's Unreal 'Dark Crystal' Trail | GMBN Epic Rides
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- Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
- One of the hidden gems of Blackcomb, Dark Crystal is a fast and beautiful trail which rewards those who make the long and difficult climb to the trailhead. Built to utilise as many of the natural features as the terrain offers, such as large rock slabs and a fast and loamy descent, Dark Crystal needs to be on your bucket list of trails. When out in Whistler Blake HAD to ride it.
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Can you guys make a video of the camera guy? like what he has to go through following you guys around?
Yeah he needs to be in the spotlight for once
We have the best support crew
Nor sure the people behind the camera are there for a reason, now they will have to shave get there make up sorted as the camera people don't really bother why should they...
but then it would need another camera guy to video the camera guy properly.. what if someone then ask to make video of the second camera guy filming the 1st camera.. ugh my head hurts..
@@djokotriono7787 That gonna be so epic hahaha
Shout out to the cameraman who did that climb with all the camera gear
Probably had an ebike
Think e-bike
Looks like Blake carried his share of gear too 🤘
I think his name is Jack, i remember watching that Seth's bike hacks video. Really skillful dude as he carries that much gear in his bike and still manages ti take amazing shots
Shoutout to the camera who did that climb with all the mountain bike men.
So i guess the next vid is going to be "How to get rid of the creak in your linkage"😂
And more GMBN Epic Rides please
Lars Mathias Stoltenberg 😂😂 for sure haha
😂😂😂😂
Or "how to treat giardia"
@@tcasex ha that's funny my buddy got giardia a couple years ago climbing Huron
Sounds like a subject Doddy could spend an hour on!
Videos are always better when Blake gets on a bike.
Just returning to MTB after 15 yrs sitting on the couch, the GMBN is so 'epic' - Blake great videos , inspiring , now I can't stay of my bike.
That bike is creaking like mad I think doddy needs to take a look at it
@@Cleanmusiccuts Stop self-promoting, if you do that you won't get any people to watch your videos!!
riding a few weeks of whistler will do that im sure, doddy is in UK
whistler does that to bikes, it's a good idea to get your hands on fresh linkage bearings after a few days trip out there
the bike is ok, the mic is too sensitive
I've torn apart BBs and linkages trying to solve creaks and groans to no avail when a good wash solves all that ails my bike. Always give your bike a good bath before you go crazy with teardowns, new bearings, and regreasing.
0:04
Blake: “Single line obviously *glances at cameraman* because I have no mates..Oh well!”
Cameraman: *dies inside*
Haha this comment deserves more likes
One of the best videos in a LONG time
Agreed. Less T-Rex riding and "is my fat bike fun" vids and stick to the real thing like this one.
true
I've got a fever, and the only prescription is more Blake/Whistler video drops! #allsmiles
Amazing video Blake really inspirational that’s what mountain biking is all about climbing to the top and getting your reward on the way down
And great work from cameraman jack too
Great video all round guys!
I have the same thought, mix of up and down. I Don't frown upon others who shuttle up though, to each his own i guess.
Ik also like the climbs. Plenty of time to look around and enjoy the views.
It's not what mtb is all about, having fun is what it's all about. Whether your doing dh or enduro that's up to you
Brilliant. You should do more of these UK based. Good to get more people away from the bike parks.
Love the way how Blake styles up his riding. Pleasure to watch
By far my favorite vid this channel has produced. Solo, heroic climb, potential disaster if injured, gorgeous scenery, and interesting factoids. Bravo.
Holy shit Blake thank you so much! Definitely gonna take my dad on that trail for his 50th birthday!!
Blake makes this trail look so easy, it’s one of the toughest single blacks in whistler. Rode it today with my son, snow, mud and hardtail, so awesome. Thanks for the entertaining video gmbn, quality content as usual.
Some of the best editing yet from GMBN. Nice job - great trail!
Still one of my favourite videos on this channels! Thank's guys for your work!
Really my favorite GMBN video. I watch it once per month at least cause it makes me want to ride my bike soooooo hard. Also thanks Blake you're such an inspirational guy!
Some places can't be unseen, it was a pleasure seeing your mind get blown at the terrain, trails and environment
This is still one of the best mountain bike video on RUclips. Seriously makes you want to ride and appreciate riding
Spent last 3 days riding and watching this makes me wanna hit the trails again, right now!!
That loam looks soooo good. Wish I was there, and the waters sooo 'fresh'. 😂😂
ive subbed too
ive subbed too
Ive subbed back to you guys
ive subbed too
Boy did I enjoy that Blake . Truly brilliant in every way THANK YOU
Blake is such a good entertainer ! Yes more trail riding videos just for entertaining fun !
Blake looked so happy when he pulled his camelback out of the water full of water.
Love it :)
I LOVE This! There's Never enough climbing footage online!
I'm planning a trip with 1 day in Whistler. Pretty sure I just found my ride. This is exactly what I love: heart-pounding, sweaty uphill with a massive payoff back down.
Grab a Worca Trail map from a store in Whis, not only will your money contribute to new trails/trail upkeep, but you'll be able to figure out how to loop in a few more amazing trails in that area 🤘
@@gmbn Fantastic! Thanks for the tip. 🤜🤛
This video is one of my favorites. I still come back here a year on to remind me why this trail is on the bucket list
Whenever I want to show someone what makes me so interested in riding a bike down a mountain, I show them this video.
That montage near the end around the 14 minute mark was just perfect. I could watch you ride all day, Blake :)
You guys really have the best channel. Such likable people doing fun things in beautiful places. I occasionally binge-watch during the winter months, wishing I could be on my bike.
by far one of the best shot videos on GMBN
Cheers James!
I agri best bid ever!!!
I agri the best vid ever!!!!
It would be epic to ride with you Blake .You inspire a lot of fellow mountian bikers watching your videos has inspired me immensely.Thanks Blake and GMBN .RIDING WITH BLAKE WOULD BE EPIC .
This is what mountain biking is all about - downhill and UPHILL! I love climbing a great forest service road.
Blake possesses a unique blend of bike handling talent and personality. Well done to all in involved in making this video.
So I’m 56 years old and taking delivery of my first mountain bike next week! I can’t tell you how much these videos have inspired me to branch out from my roadie background and finally get out on the dirt. We’ve been blessed here in Michigan to have a bunch of new trails recently and I can’t wait to try the green trails. Thanks to Blake, Jack, the crew and all the commenters. What a fantastic community I’m getting into. Peace.
One of the best trailbike-videos I've ever watched. Absolute amazing!
That was truly an epic ride. I love to climb rather than get a lift as often the rides are just that much more satisfying. It makes the ride that much better plus you don’t get the crowds. Great video - I really loved it. Absolute favourite and inspiring. Thank you.
Absolutely amazing video!! Thanks to Blake and Jack for sharing that killer experience!!
Studying is done man & my dark crystal exam starts in September & I can't wait🤗 I never been so excited to take a test.
This is the first time I saw Gmbn video and introduced to Blake. This is why I subscribed as I was hooked, one of their best videos ever 👍
I smiled all the waay watchin this vid. Simply fabulous.
Wow Blake looks like he's loving it I know I'm a bit late here but what an epic place whistler is and that dark crystal looks sick
Fantastic ! Blake loved every second of it ❤️🌲🌲🚵🌲🌲👍👌😃😎
Awesome edit guys keep it up, Blake really nailed it in whistler, delivering sick content ty guys!
My favouritest video from you guys so far.. Not long found the channel but loving it.
That’s the best GMBN video for a very long time. If I can wish for one thing to happen in future it would be more Blake _shredding_ like this. That hip jump (I think it’s called that) around 14:28 was super satisfying, even here at my desk. Top marks for editing, too - super enjoyable. :)
Just freakin' amazing!
Did anyone notice Blake's individual flow skills during those twists, turns and descends?
Great clip, loving your shots GMBN!
ride on
EPIC! Any video with Blake in it, just makes it better, your personality is 1 of a kind man, def. Keeps me stoked! Thanks for the vid. Bro! 1 of these days I want to ride with you...that would be a dream lol I'd learn loads following you
A+ content; This gets me super psyched!
I've done the trail myself and it is every bit as good they say it is, it is truly awesome!
Blake You created great climate in this clip. Great music at the end as well. Epic.
Please give us more of these 'epic' trail stories. We loved the Patagonia one too. This stuff id why I own MTB bikes.
10:00 I had to smile instandly because it reminded me of that last scene in un®eal, the dirt blizzard.
Great work from you two guys, makes me want to be there myself one fine day!
fANtasTIC edit, and riding! Good progression in this... kept me invested / interested throughout! Also, shoutout to Jack! with the gear and the strength/determination to follow Blake around. Bravo Gents.
Some of the best filming and riding on the internet, well done boys loved it!
What an epic video. Good to see you took the hardway and not the easy way like everyone these days
Love your enthusiasm dude.
Blake should do a video of the Rainbow Mountain helidrop trail - it's quieter than the rest of Whistler for sure, and is proper EPIC!
that whole intro sequence was really dope, more like it please
Thank you very much for doing this video. I have been to Whistler a few times and did not know those trails existed.
This look goood man, and Blake is so fast. Just amazing! Great work GMBN, Cheers
ye ? :D
Next episode Blake deals with unending diarrhea from "mountain water"
#beaverfever
While it is true that you can contract an illness by drinking "mountain water", the chances of it actually happening with fast flowing and aerating water are as low as us (as in you and I) living to see the apocalypse. Fortunately, that very same mountain water contains minerals you would not get from either tap, well, or bottled water, which can actually aid in better performance, because you may not have even known you were deficient in those minerals! If you also use a purifying tablet, that further reduces the risk down to .01%. I know, because I drank water straight from a creek near my home town. I knew it was spring water, cause it was always around 40F, and it was always crystal clear. Of course, I started off with a small amount to see if there were any contaminants. There were none. I found this actually surprising considering I was about 1500ft vertically below the spring. When I later went back, I did decide to purchase some purifying tablets and use them when I filled my hydration bladder, along with a charcoal inline filter. To this day, I have not gotten sick from drinking mountain water.
I grew up drinking spring water at the local park as well as from a stream or two. No tablets. No charcoal. I'm quite fine.
Warren Linke still, gonorrhea or any of the other waterborne illnesses are not fun things to get. I have a rule: Play it safe unless the risks are worth it.
Yeah a ketadyn weighs 11oz. Way worth the extra weight.
Glad to see you CAN go uphill too Blake, well done. An amazing video, more please!
Sick edit for a sick trail Blake! Everyone who worked on it can be proud I reckon!
Speechless!! Absurdly awesome and THE most epic video!!!
Just watched this video again and it’s still one of the best vids you guys have done 🤙🏻
This was a really great video of a stunningly beautiful trail with the always infectious enthusiastic Blake !!! Best mtb RUclips channel on the web !!!!
Best edit you guys have done ever! Thanks for the content!
the production value on these edits is super high. Really good work GMBN keep it up!
That was an absolute epic shred! That could be my favorite mountain bike video
Well yes we do want to see more of that content
That sandwich looked f$&kin' goooooood!
Even better in 360degree slowmo :/ .....
One of my favorite gmbn videos to date!
Great vid, thanks for sharing with us :) Looks like an AWESOME trail, and no arse puckeringly scary features, just great flow and enough in there to keep you honest and humble. Love it!
Mate I loved watching this!! Just shared it to my mate who works there to see if he knows about it!! Ebthusiasm through the ROOF as always. Stay safe you "Beautiful People "💪💪💪💪
Good to see you honestly climb. The only climbing clips in a long time were those embn softies ;-).
And the way that bike works ... delicious!
Blake should have his own show called, EPIC Rides with Blake Samson, because he said “Epic” sooo many times!! Great riding and that climb is a monster!🤘
Random guy: Taking a piss upstream
Blake: That water is fresh!
😶
Dude! what an Awesome Trail Wowwww!!! Thanks for showing us Man..EPIC!!!
loving these whistler vids guys. So jelly I cant go there anytime soon
Really cool video, and it's crazy how your bike can change colors in some parts. Amazing paint job.
I like your videos.
Best regards, Michael.
Thanks for inspariting . I have a national enduro race in Québec, Canada
epic video Blake! You motivated me with your videos and your innate grace a year ago and since then I just want to descend. thanks for teaching me with your tutorials and always with a smile! thanks friend 😀 Dragon Park Sevilla
Super cool video. I'm going to be visiting up there soon so I'm glad I know at least one trail I can go ride
Love these vids definitely respect the skill you have Blake!
Great vid! I love the enthusiasm you all have for riding - it's very infectious. I'm only 700 miles from Whistler so maybe I should pop up there sometime!
Awesome ride. Glad you have so much fun here in the YVR.
Love watching Blake's vids.... seeing how much he enjoys his riding, messing about, grinning like a Cheshire cat... don't matter how shit your day has been, he just cheers you up and life don't seem that bad really :)
beautiful nature trail
more of this style for sure!!
Damn Blake can shred! Nice work bru! 🇿🇼 Epic video, all.
"look at this" yes mate, nice scruffy bridge, mind blowing!
Nice. Shame my chain snapped this morning. It would be cool if you, and maybe Neil or Doddy etc went on these types of rides [off piste/non bikepark] in wales [snowdonia, maybe even Snowdon itself - it looks epic going down] and Scottish highland trails.
Fear not we have some trips like that planned!
awesome riding!...this trail looks amazing... need to go to whistler asap! nice to see some great Canadian trail riding and climbing on GMBN :)
That is an amazing trail!! Great driving from Blake of course!! 👍
Great video Blake, I got to ride it when it was still secret and it was worth the risk for sure.
Thanks you for sharing your Whistler stoke and bike riding steeze as well.
I travel 4500 kms almost yearly since 2004 to get my Whistler stoke, and I live in Canada.
To ride bikes is fun. To ride bikes and have the ride become an entire adventure, that's the funniest !
_"Singles line obviously, because I have no mates!"_ Wicked burn Blake.
I want to see more!! Camera man gets props and Blake you got so Stoked!! MORE - MORE - MORE:)