Sampling some sweet Sedona singletrack
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- I've been wanting to get a taste of Sedona for a long time now, so I got some trail info from by buddy Adam (from my Vegas and SoCal rides). Set out on a solo jaunt that turned into a fun group ride on some sketchy stuff!
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Haha! About time you got some red dirt on your bike!!! Conditions look all-time.
Man, that dirt is so damn pretty I didn't want to wash it off.
Arizona is the best! Come do another video soon! Love watching you ride. Gets me pumped to ride myself.
That's one good looking Bronson there in the end. Nicely covered in local dirt. Clearly ridden, and not a trophy bike.
I thought so too! Picture perfect!
Bryan, you could also put just less than a minute or so, but kind of a review of your colleagues' bikes as well
Love those days you plan to go solo and it turns into a family affair!!! Beautiful scenary thank you for showing it off!!!
Hahaha, definitely!
I saw this video earlier today and I went straight to Sedona. This is one of the best trails I've ever been to! Thanks for sharing!
Very cool!!
Brian I personally didn't take any offense to your Patreon comments, but I see you're getting some backlash and wanted to chime in. A lot of people love this channel because you're including them on an awesome journey riding the best trails in the world. But when you say "without the 1% that actually cares," it makes a lot of your fans feel excluded and marginalized. I totally get the importance of your Patreon sponsors and you wanting to recognize them, I think you just need to tweak your messaging so it doesn't come off so divisive to casual viewers.
BTW I'm guessing some people didn't stick around til the end, because at 14:12 you nailed the messaging; really got me inspired and reminded me why I subbed to this channel several months ago. I'll be riding Sedona in a couple weeks and was stoked to see this vid - keep up the good work dude.
I definitely see your point about the wording! But having a strong message is my way of getting people fired up one way or another. I have no problem with people turning off my videos and moving on to stuff they care more about. I want to fire up the folks that care - even if they can't step up and support monetarily and just tell their friends or write subtitles.
Brian i see and hear what you are saying but i also hear what your audience is trying to relay to you, as you know i try and help in my own way and enjoy your videos and as such tell my mates about your channel ect.
Having said that i think the way it does come across indeed gets people fired up but not in a positive way that will have them reaching into the wallets even if its $3 or $5aus, I can sometimes deliberately not do something if i feel I'm being pushed.
I also watch a young Aussie couple following their dreams of sailing around the world, their channel is a massive success and has well over 250 k subs and they to use Patreon which is now bringing in over $9000 each on (average weekly sometimes more) episode if you would like to check\k them out they are "Sailing La Vagabonde" they spawned a stack of others trying to emulate their success and way of life.
They offer Patreons trips on their boat by the way of a random draw ect as well as other incentives, they do it not in a pushy way or in a way that upsets their audience but as you can see have people paying as little as $1 per episode or as much as $200 per epp.
Not telling you how to suck eggs mate but they are setting the bar really high and show how it can be done. so much so that they have just scored a 1million dollar catamaran on a deal with the company who builds them through this.
I guess another point is a watch allot of channels and allot are now using Patreon, so who do i give my money to? everyone i watch at a cost to me of $100 or $200 per month or per episode?? No i think not i choose one or maybe two at best and i will prob choose the one pr two i enjoy and feel relaxed and not forced into chipping in to help out.
Maybe the extended cuts, and different bundles or levels of help will be a better way, get a sticker and vids level one and up to shirt, stickers, pair of gloves ect and a chance for a meet up / ride and being added to the vid?? may be a better way to attract more support? catch more bees with honey so to speak??
Anyway ill keep enjoying your vids and passing the word around, I hope i haven't come across rude but feel that riley and Elay from "SLV" set a great example of earning a living from this style of life.
Wasn't sure whether to comment or not but I gotta say the keyword is "actually". It made me feel shitty as I have been enjoying your videos and what you're doing but haven't quite subscribed to Patreon yet. There might be better ways to word these messages going forward. That said, remember to ask yourself that if it wasn't for youtubers, would your Patreon be as successful? Glad you got to Arizona! I look forward to those Alex (and Seth?) Sedona vids!
Enjoy your vids ! You're a really humble and positive guy ! hope you get to go on more adventures ! God bless
Thanks so much Allan!
Chuckwagon is good trail to pair up with Mescal.
Nooo another river ;). Nice! Love the red rocks, love to ride such places. Climbing skils - insane .
Haha, it never stops!
What kind of shoes/socks do you wear so that your feet aren't totally water logged for the rest of the day? Or are they?
Sedona is so awesome to ride. The trails rock and the views can't be beat! Just stay away July and August!
I've gotta get back, only did one ride in Sedona!
Hey Brian! I've been with you since the beginning and really enjoy your videos. You've even inspired me to organize a trip to Oakridge that I am taking with my friend early June! I recently told him about your channel and about your Patreon, which he is now a member of as well! Thanks for the motivation and the great content!
Hell yeah! Thanks for the support!
Hey Brian, I just took a trip to Sedona this morning to ride this trail because of your video. Loved it. Never would have known about it. We did a 10 mile loop starting at the parking lot on the south side. Amazing ride. Thank you!
Wow!! That's so cool.
BKXC with it being July and still no rain we didn't have the flowing water experience you did, but still a fun ride.
I always talk to myself Brian, it's the only way I get the right answers! Beaut scenery. 👍🏻👍🏻
Hahaha, love it Jon
Cool to see Sedona in winter. I road there when it was hot as hell heading out just at sunrise.
Oh man, I can only imagine!
Brian you are living my dream. Forget what people say or think bro. just keep doing you. this is the world wide Web, eventually people are going to get offended. gotta be doing something right since you're able to live this dream!
Thanks so much, dude! I honestly think it's a good thing that people get fired up one way or another, it means they aren't just wishy-washy on what I'm doing.
It's always fun running into people you know off your channel. Those off camber smoth yet rock bankmemts where sweet.
It's pretty dang cool to make these connections in REAL life!
Great video Brian! Awesome views from those Awesome trails Brotha! Sweet!
Thanks Edd! That red dirt was a thing of beauty.
This makes me can't wait to ride, even though we just got 6 inches of snow and ice in Philadelphia after a super warm February. The snow and moisture can't go away fast enough now! Looks like some fun trails!
wow amazing views out there. I normally ride with my boys but when I have a solo ride every now and then it helps to get the mind right but you are crazy driving to another state to do a solo ride. I still get lost in the mountains I'm familiar with, couldn't imagine going to Sedona only relying on GPS lol. Props to you. Great video as always Brian
Hahaha, Trailforks is a must!
Love the color of the trail
Red rock awesomeness!
Nice trails, Brian! That looked like a very fun ride.
Congratulations on your improved technique! The third person shots gave us excellent perspective on the technical aspect of those climbs, and you nailed them. You're doing great work, and your saddle time is making you a much better rider.
Keep up the great work, man.
Thanks so much dude! It's fun to get those shots!
Awesome video! I did the West Sedona tour last week, pretty cool ride. Keep up the good work Brian, this channel is one of the best for mountain bikers
Very cool! I HAVE to get back to Sedona.
One of my favorite trails! I actually did this about 1 month into getting into MTB, it was a bit difficult for me and my hardtail haha but I had a blast!
What I love about a lot of riding out here in AZ is it is generally pretty peaceful and quiet :).
Peace and quiet is always a welcome thing!
Some peaceful shit right here!
Hey Brian nice to see that you enjoyed Sedona! So many Creek crossings! I had to do 10 of them on a trail called Girdner. Haha glad you experienced some of that. It's funny how the Extreme path is easier than the Difficult haha. Mescal/chuckwagen are sick trials though! You should have gone down Canyon of Fools that's just off of Mescal though; its a blast with berms and a wall ride at the end. Well hope you come back another time, because there is so much more to ride in Sedona! Have a good one and thanks for the vids!
Yes, I've heard Canyon of Fools is a good one! Lots to come back to!
I was in Sedona a couple of weeks ago for the festival had a GREAT time - put this on your calendar if it's not already.)
What my friends and I found was that, in contrast to where we usually ride (around Orange County, CA), the trails are much more rolling and technical, both up and down. Here in the OC we seem to get into long climbs and long descents (sometimes for many miles), whereas in Sedona, the trail goes up for a 100 yards, then back down for 100, then back up for 20 yards, then back down, etc. For that reason, we never really settled into an efficient climbing position (post up, suspension firmed, etc.) and it seemed like the work load was much higher on a ride of comparable length and climbing total. The 4,500' to 5,000' elevations probably didn't do us any favors either, we live at about 200'.
Anybody have similar observations, or care to offer another explanation?
Moab is like that too! Instead of the really steep steep climb and then bomb down, you get bits and pieces. I love technical climbing!
Those trails look amazing.
Thanks!
what a sick trail. lots of places for safety breaks, I am craving some singletrack big time.
Haha, when you get the craving that means I'm doing my job!
Ignore the haters and keep finding that line bro!
saw you hit up san juan trail when you were down in cali, one of my favorites
One of my more favorite videos in a while, great job capturing it felt like a small adventure!!!
Glad you enjoyed it Tony!
I'm actually in school right now, but always got to find time to watch your vids!!
Hahaha, gotta do whatcha gotta do
BKXC yeah man, I was in lunch so...
I think he does appreciate the subs. Maybe the way he said it didn't come across overly well but it can be difficult to make sense when you're riding, I know I struggle. I think the important thing is that people are inspired by the videos otherwise the channel wouldn't be so popular.
I do appreciate everyone, especially anyone that says they were inspired to get out and ride because of my channel. That means the world to me!
Nice, i've done this twice and loved it both times :D..nice ride.
Sweet!
Welcome to our back door we love it here
NICE!
I just checked out the Tasco website, never heard of them before, but their gear is really nice and I bought some T-shirts.
They've got some really cool stuff!
Jo Brian my friend is everything allright? Damn we had a harsh winter in austria but now the weather is great i couldn't wait any longer to ride my bike again....but the time has come and since 2 weeks I'm back whooping ass on my nice bike every day! damn bro I missed it so much! And without being cocky or something like that cause I'm the last person who would be like that just as you are I'm 100% sure bout that but I have to say slowly I really start shredding hard my skills improved sooooo much in those 2 weeks i almost can't believe it! and that makes me really proud and I've never felt so good and confident in my whole entire life like now! but enough about me I hope you're not bored from that story but I don't think so honestly I think you're pretty hyped to here that cause we both love riding and it's just amazing what a mountainbike can do with you! in my opinion it's magic! Are you doing fine? Everything great as always? Hey man if you're in Europe one day please peep me it would be a pleasure and honour to ride with you man but I still need a little bit more time maybe 1-2 years but than we can really go for a f**kin' ride if you'd like to! I wish you nothing but the best your friend(hopefully ;))Steph
Hell yes, man! Gotta push yourself to get better, but it's always scary to do it. I'd love to do a bad ass ride with you when you're ready to kill it!!
Damn Brian that makes me feel really honoured and that made my day bro! I'm pretty sure if I keep up doing the awesome riding I'm doing right now and I ride everyday day as you know now matter what nothing can stop me from riding my bike and exploring different types of trails and also take some technical training and always go past that point where I may could shit my pants and I also never take the easiest climb I try to manage the hardest one there is something really steep and technical sometimes of course I can't do it there's no shame but than I take a brake and then it goes on cause you won't get better when riding up a fireroad everytime and also it's not the real deal and on the other side it's boring as f**k cause you can't enjoy the magic of the nature and the absolute beauty! sometimes it isn't possible to avoid the boring stuff! I think in about 2 to 3 years I'll be won't be able to keep your speed but I think you would not wait too long! I mean you are a true ripper on the bike your badass! And I'm always down to go for an epic ride or even a hard battle love taking myself to the limit! so if you're in Europe or somewhere just hit me up I'm always down and it would be a dream come true actually and I'm talking from the heart no bullshit! I would even come to the states yeah no matter where;)! keep on going man you're doing it absolutely right my friend! I only now you through RUclips but I'm proud beyond imagination for you! You made your dream come true! !! madest respect Brian! you're a real rolemodel as I said many times before or even better a pioneer!!!!!!! Take care g
I appreciate the kind words, Steph!! I hope I can make it over to Austria some day!
So cool to just meet and ride.
Yeah, it was pretty cool!
I'm hitting Sedona today for the first time on my bike....can't wait. its gonna beat me up on my hardtail though!
Awesome!
Great video! Thanks! I think I can try this one!
Climbing game getting strong!!!🤘
Trying my damnedest!
Great to meet and ride with you on that one....great first day out there. Keep up the amazing videos Brian.
Thanks Mitch! It was really cool to see you guys out there!
Buddy, just want to say..! I know u speak ur mind. When tired and sunny, we just speak sometimes. Just FYI if we subscribe we care. if we like we care. if we tell friends we care. if we watch ur vids we care. (frustrated) this vids is more fun that when hanging out with people. I think us viewers we focus on what is front, when there is a human. we follow that human. when there is no human we follow terrain..funner !!
Definitely, man! I love hearing about inspiring people to get out and ride. I wanted to fire people up, and I think it did, for better or worse!
Love West Sedona Tour. Rode there last September. Mescal has that fun slick rock and expert line. Back on the bike last Monday six months post shoulder surgery - feels good but my fitness is horrible. If you're ever in Sedona again, would love to join ya.
One step at a time dude!! Get some!
Love those trails. I rode those trails last fall and cant wait to plan another trip this year since its only ~2 hrs up from Phoenix.
Yeah, I have to get back and take on all the other great stuff I've been hearing about!
"Dang. This is some peaceful shit out here" is my favorite commentary by far.
Haha thanks
your bike looks sick with that red mud on it. Cheers!
Yeah, I thought it was pretty cool too!
Lmao I love your videos and how your personality rubs off. Def would love to go on a ride with you when your in AZ
Nice to see you getting some non pov shots man !!!
Always gotta try to mix it up!
Nice mate really enjoyed that
Thanks
Glad you dug it!
10:30 wow👍🏻 Brian, tks for showing how you climb, I guess it needs time to build those iron legs😬
Haha, yes it does!!
Sedona, so beautiful 😍
Big time!
Damn the winters here in CT just suck...still going out riding in the snow
Yeah you guys on the east coast are still getting pounded!
A lot of people getting "offended" by one misinterpreted off comment. Are you really offended or are you just trying to find reasons to be? He spends a lot of time and money bringing us trail insight, and most every one of us takes it for granted. All he was trying to do was recognize those who help contribute to provide the means for this to continue.
Thanks dude, I appreciate it.
Agua Fria. Very nice trail, love it. Keep the cam on the floor more often.
Thanks dude!
Seeing Brian ride these nice sunny trails makes me sad that I have to deal with Stella and the North-East in general :(
One day closer to sunshine every day! Keep holding on!
Good to see you adding some 3rd person footage! Have you consider additional GoPro angles? Rear wheel, facing you, suspension footage etc.?
must be a pain in the ass when editing
Yeah, they're interesting but it then becomes a video shoot instead of a ride, gotta have some balance.
yea and not to mention with all the dirt flying, possible covering those more than is worth.
love your stuff keep up the good work
Thanks bud!
I'm sure you could convince me to watch a video of you riding with Nate and the Sampler.
Haha I concur
Wow some amazing views .. spectacular Brian 👌🏽
Thanks so much Suresh!
Great work
👍
Wow it's beautiful out there! The dirt looks so dry.... something I can't relate to here on the east coast!!!!
Yeah, you guys have been getting hammered!
greetings from Punta Arenas, chile. the chilean patagonia!
Hola amigo! I want to ride down there!
I'm definitely checking out Sedona now, hopefully I do as well as you did when I get there. Great vid as always.
Hell yeah, love that I inspired you!
Brian, amazing again thanks for inspiring everyone to get out and travel. When did you ride this trail ? could you possibly add a little more info in the start like best time of year to ride the trails you visit etc. Thanks for everything !
Hey Daron! I rode this a couple weeks ago. I usually have my Strava in the description but I forgot to start it. This is the only time I've been to Sedona so I don't really know any more info!
If you're ever out this way again with Alex, I'd be great to to ride with you. I'm not in Sedona but in Flagstaff, AZ. It will be much cooler in the summer.
Very cool!
BKXC let me know, I can probably put you guys up for a weekend. I'll tell the wifey to visit her parents 😁
Like the 3rd person !!!
Livin the dream.
😬👍
Great vid. Very inspiring to check your videos and start listing trails to ride on my bucket list! I loved the ones in the Basque country...maybe next MTB trip to come, but must say Sedona looks amazing.
Have you tried drone shootage? Would be awesome to add a different perspective to your ride. The latest DJI seems super portable! And in case you'd come to Switzerland, let me know.
I have a drone, but it's pretty tough to film without turning the ride into a film shoot. Instead of riding it's a lot of takes over and over. I am heading to Switzerland, shoot me an email bk@bk-xc.com
Great trail.
Thanks Zach!
if you havent already, scorpion to pyramid, then take old post to skywalker. its a pretty short loop but its hella fun!
Ah man, next time!
scorpion and pyramid are amazing, lots flow and awesome descents! i could do them all day long (climb back up the road)
Those views!!! So jealous! We don't have those in Illinois. lol!!!
Crazy views!
YES I've wanted to see more sedona videos since Nate made some last year
Yeah, I've gotta do more!
Thanks for your awesome content, you inspired me to start riding here in South Africa 👌🏻 keep it up!
greetings from south Africa!
Howdy!!
Love all that mud on the bike.
Haha, I still have red dirt in my garage from when I cleaned it off!
Rode that trail. dopeness!
Nice!
Rode Sedona exactly a year ago this week. Left snowy Vt to ride the red rock, this year we just had a 52" snowstorm and had an epic day skiing. My two favorite things to do ... bike and ski !!! Sedona is definitely one of my favorite spots to ride for many reasons. Keep up the hard work 😀
Holy moly, 52"!! Yeah, I've gotta get back to Sedona ASAP, this was just a taste.
I really enjoyed the video!
Thanks so much Jan!
awesome video again
Thanks man!!
Beautiful trails man. 0:53 Brian overlooks future wife scenario.
😬👍
MTNops I thought he was paddling in the wrong direction also!
shoulda turned right around and finished up that ride with her, lol
It's cool to see water in the 'dry creeks'. I did that exact trail in July 2016. Had to start at 5:30 AM to avoid any heat exhaustion. The same day I rode that trail it got to 95 by 11:00. The guys at the LOB told me to go to Flagstaff and ride and the high was 55 degrees that afternoon due to a killer thunderstorm that came through. It was such a drastic change in the temps and terrain and well worth it.
Are you planning on riding some up at Flagstaff too?
Holy moly! What a temp difference. Just in Sedona for one day of riding, so I'll have to get back later.
If your ever in Phoenix, Papago park has great trails
I've heard great things!
Got an email saying my riding blind shirt was being printed! Saweet
Awesommmmme!
Great video!
Thanks!
Your riding has really improved, keep it up! I'm trying to improve everytime I go out, but I am a bit rusty after being off the bike all winter. If you get a chance, checkout my new channel, Alpine Flow, and leave me a comment on what you think. Thanks!
LOL... so awesome to see this video... I was there two years ago and had an epic mechanical 10 miles into the ride where my rear derailleur literally snapped off at the frame and I did not have a backup bolt to replace. Was so bummed that I had to walk back to my car (which was 3 miles once I got back to the street). Love watching your ride videos, especially last year when I busted the leg and blew out the ankle (riding Auburn). Jonathan Lee told me to follow you for my "fix" while I was laid up.
Actually looking at your video it was shortly after you picked up Tasco MTB at about 12:20 when you turn left on cockscomb I had gone right and started climbing a very loose section that threw a large rock into my spokes and ultimately got caught in my derailleur..
Holy moly, I know it'll happen to me eventually! Glad to have you on board!
So now the question is... are you coming to Carson City, NV to participate in the Carson City Offroad?!
I goota say Brian im kind of offended by your comment that if your not on patreon then we are not supporting you, i disagree. I have been with you from the very beginning and tell people about your channel, i have even bought a tee shirt. No im not on patreon but i still support you. Just my opinion but i thought that was kind of a shitty thing to say.
You're definitely in the 1% of people who support me if you tell your friends and buy a shirt!
Seriously. I can stop watching if it bothers you that much.
grow up
still got some time bro and as I said I'm gonna come for sure to check out the trails in the United States and Canada in 2-3 years and I'm down for it if you're interested too it would be a pleasure to meet you! if not I'm not mad at any point cause you're a busy man! Keep on living the dream my friend!
Yeah man, you know where to find me!
Agua fría!!!! Jajaja muy bueno tu español. Nice track👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Haha. Realmente quiero aprender español. Tengo que poner en el tiempo.
Cuando vuelvas a España aprenderás mucho. See you soon🇪🇸👍🏽💪🏽
That's actually really helpful thanks man
That was "ANOTHER" great inspiring video. Thanks for all the great times! I hope to get out more in the next couple of months.Live-Life-Loud, Bro!
Thanks so much dude!
Hey there Brian. Just curious what shoes you are using these days. Got a quick glimpse in this video but can't make out the brand. I am considering going to clipless this year and looking for recommendations. Cheers.
Hey dude, they're the Crossride Elite by Mavic: amzn.to/2mJV6Xu They've been really good to me so far!
I appreciate that you stop and give us a view of the big picture once in a while. I know a lot of times I ride with tunnel vision and have to force myself to stop and look around to really gain some perspective of how awesome it is to be riding a bike in such amazing locations.
Yeah man, certain places just take your breath away and you can't help it!
Suprisingly wet trail!
Some how!
Another sweet trail👌🏽
Yeah buddy!
Great vids and your a firkin funny dude! On your way back you need to ride Bootleg Canyon near Vegas. I know you already rode Blue Diamond, SW Ridge, but you need to shed a little blood and donate it to Bootleg!
Yeah, I definitely need to check out more in Bootleg!
Ever land on one of those prickly pear cacti?
Many rivers to cross !U r the Jimmy cliff of MTB ;)
Hahahaha
Just found your channel... but I was there the next week! Still a little wet. You do any Broken arrow trails?
This was the only trail I rode out there! I got sick! I'll be back.
Most amazing trail yet!!! Old west is right, felt like a cowboy going through there I bet, just without the crapping horse
Hahahahaha! Love it
I think that was Alex Pavon who you passed towards the start of the video! She is a pro that rides for Juliana Bicycles (Santa Cruz women's brand) and I think she's based out of Sedona.
Haha, I think it was too now that you gave me a name to look up!
Yeah, I recognized the bright blue kit
Hi Brian , come to South mountain Phoenix az, have fun ,I like you videos
Gotta do it!
Let me know ,whenever you want ,we can do it ,keep posting videos I follow you
Hey Brian, I rode Chuckwagon on Friday March 3rd while up the for the Sedona MTB festival with my brother. Weather was fantastic and the trail was much drier and the creek crossings weren't as bad. Put the festival on your calendar for next year. First weekend in March. We usually go up and rent a big house, you can crash with us. Just saying.
Wow, I rode this on Wednesday March 1, so it went down fast!! I was at the festival Friday morning at the Handup booth! Posted it on Instagram, musta missed ya!
Dude you don't say, I walked past the booth and thought about you since I have seen your gloves in the videos. Friday morning was da' bomb. Did chuckwagon on a YT demo bike. Really bummed I missed you. Next year