WHAT'S NEXT FOR US?
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- Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2023
- A few weeks ago, we returned from our biggest - and by far most exhausting - adventure of the year, Trans Madeira, a 5 day enduro stage race. Not only was this race incredibly physically hard, we had very little time to think about what we had accomplished - within minutes of finishing, we were packing our bikes and preparing to get on a flight back home. And for few weeks, we were truly too tired to process what we had been through. Now, however, it’s time to start getting back to our routines, reflect on this race, and start to think about what comes next.
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I **really** enjoyed the Trans Madeira series: what an endurance event! Beautiful scenery and the trails looked amazing. One of the benefits of Macky not racing was seeing the footage of Syd ripping the trails, something we don't often see. Congrats to both of you and thank you for producing consistently entertaining, informative, and thoughtful content.
Hi folks, both of you should rightly be proud of taking part in Trans Madeira. 5 days of racing over some serious trails without a day off is something not many of us could sustain. Should also be said you where competing against a really strong group of other riders from all over the world. More than a few well known names in that list. You both must have been a bit beaten up by the end. Hope the rib heals fast. Thanks for taking us along with you. Enjoy the recovery and decompression :)
Trans Madeira was one of the most fun series you guys have put out in a while, I think, and that's no criticism of your other content! I feel like with multi-day XC events, you guys pretty much go through the morning routine together, then you're doing your own things on the bikes all day, and then you link back up in the evening for the end of day debrief. You guys travel all over the world racing some spectacular events, but it seems like you don't get to spend much time together when you're actually there.
With the enduro race, though, you guys were always climbing together, and even when Macky pulled ahead on the descents, Syd was only ever a minute or two behind. And that absolutely epic hike-a-bike -on what was it, day three or four?- was perhaps the most visually stunning trail I've seen you guys explore for as long as I've been following this channel. I loved that you got to appreciate the views together, and when one was struggling, the other was there to lift them up.
Maybe I'm reading it wrong, but it seems like you two spent a lot more time together on this trip than you do at BC bike race, for example, and it really elevates the entire experience. Macky, I greatly admire your athleticism and sportsmanship, and Syd, your perseverance through injury a couple years ago continues to deeply inspire me. But I feel like y'all's relationship is a textbook example of "the whole being greater than the sum of its parts," and that really shone in Madeira.
Anyways, congratulations on a hard-fought 2023, and I cannot wait to see where your adventures may lead you in the coming year. In the meanwhile, though, you better believe I'm looking forward to those family shenanigans alluded to in the outro. Always fun to see what trouble Bo gets himself into, and Syd's parents are inspirations in their own right, the way they keep themselves so young!
You guys are absolutely my favorite channel. You show everything and it makes for a very well rounded channel. Thanks for all the work you put into this.
and, the way you both communicate with each other is special. Amazing bike riders, wonderful couple and great individuals. Keep up the fantastic work.
Thanks for being awesome and for letting us tag along on your adventures! Happy Friday!
Oh you guys...3:28...too cute! 🥰
The TM series was fantastic, loved every minute of it. From epic trails to drop dead gorgeous scenery and those crashes did look scary 😮
It could have easily been a lot worse i reckon. Looking forward to finishing off the year with you both having some fun...!!
Congratulations on reaching 100,000 subscribers! 🎉🥳
Love how open you both are to sharing the good and the bad. So many times YT channels only show the glitz and glamore but you both seem to try to bring us what really happened. That was an awesome series you just completed and an awesome recap of the race. As always, thanks for bringing us along!!!
You guys are living the dream! Look at the cool places in this amazing world that you get to travel to and ride. Take it from an old geezer these are the days you will always look back at, make them count!
As a guy in the middle, taking my boys to their NICA races,dont forget they are the best part !
Congrats on a great race Syd. Loved how you were able keep your focus through out the whole race. And how Macky after the bad crash and breaking the brake handle and being injured but knowing it still rode with you and cheered you on. All that hard mental and training paid off.
The fact that you can race that hard across so many days, with some crashes, and still manage to film stuff for us to watch... That is just over the top awesome. Big adventures like this make you grow, and getting to see them unfold is a lot of fun for all your followers. Thank you! As for the rib... good call dialing things back. As a guy who busted three in a wipeout on gravel in May, the fact that you kept racing (and could sleep) is epic in it self, Mackey. Enjoy the slower pace fun and the holidays! Cheers.
I would absolutely love to see you guys do the Marji Gesick race in the UP! That definitely qualifies as one of the best and most challenging races in the country
It's happening! We are registered for 2024 😬
I wore the jersey I bought from you in the one race I ride in each year in New Mexico. It made me happy to hear other riders yell out, "Be more awesome".
Great series!
Really felt the gap between Syd’s consistency and Macky’s struggle to find it.
I really feel like much came down to “mojo” post crash. Even if it’s subconscious, post crash it’s difficult to be at the top of your game. Equipment failures just suck but are an unfortunate part of events like this - even with the best preparation.
I really just love your attitude. While watching your channel we can always feel the downs but appreciate how you handle them. Massive inspiration.
The video series covering the race was amazing!!!
Happy for you two going so far to ride something so different. Enjoyed the videos tremendously.
Thank you for the awesomeness ❤
That was a Rocky IV level training montage, I love it!
👏🏽 Great job for both of you.
I sincerely look forward to your videos. The Trans Madera series was awesome! Thanks for sharing it with us! Also, congrats on getting to 100k!
Y'all are awesome. Best wishes going fwd.
So proud of both of y’all! Your training is really paying off!!!
You guys inspire a lot of us! I am 61 an race I do tile work an some days after work I am just wiped out but it’s a race night .
I'm not a tile guy but my job is physical also so I know what you mean, we do group rides after work and yeah it's hard but got to do it😊0h yeah I'm 59
I love all your videos! This Trans Madeira series was great! Both of you are awesome and inspirational!
Great series! Loved the review! Keep it up!
Great series. The racing was awesome. Macky you are usually so consistent. I felt really bad after that crash. I couldn’t believe you weren’t hurt bad. Syd, I have been watching you since you first started to make your comeback. You have come so far and your confidence is back. You both train so hard. Thanks.
The point about tunnels is cool for sure. I've worked underground, and people have no idea how dark it actually is, if there are no lights. But, I bet I wouldn't have bought enough light either....
Great series guys.
Always enjoy following your adventures whether serious or fun - thanks so much and keep 'em coming!💪💯🚴
Well done the pair of you🎉
You guys put together the best race coverage on RUclips. Thanks I learn so much from how you put your race videos together
Fun video. I liked hearing the recap that way. Also, just because...it's rad seeing 100k up by the channel name!
Can't believe we're at the end of another season! Congratulations on another phenomenal race! So grateful to share in your adventures. Rest well🤙😎
Congrats guys love watching and I learn alot from you two about riding bikes ❤
Black Friday outbound sale is going now! Rooting for some lights for you two to shoot some night riding.
You guys are amazing , thanks for showing us your world of pro racing .
You guys have been an inspiration for me to start racing cyclocross this year, I had been hesitant for a while but you guys showed me how supportive the racing world is and I’ve been trying to bring the same positivity and support with me to my races that you guys show in all of your videos. So fun watching you guys as always and thanks for being an inspiration!
Congrats guys, nice race. As long as you keep moving, it's all good. ;) :)
FYI and you all may already know about this, but FOX is recalling/warranting every 2021-2023 Fox X2 shocks for 2024 X2 with new internals. The issue is that they are 6-8 weeks behind because many people know about it now.
Great racing there. Brilliant to watch you guys. Takes balls to stop racing Macky. Yer da man. Heal soon. Syd yer awesome to watch and I would be same as you for blind jumps. You nailed it ❤
I love your workouts guys. You inspire me. Thank you. Ray in Tauranga, New Zealand.
I love the way yoiu do your after rsce analysis.😎👍 Great job!👍
Keep up the good work!😎
I’m sure whatever it is will be great and awesome!
Hey you hit 100k - that’s very new isn’t it? Congrats!!!!!
It was a great series to watch but it did look exhausting especially the transitions. When I have had in race crashes, especially big ones, I am a different rider after, less flowing etc and maybe for more than that race. With the unforgiving nature of the stages it must have been tough going for the rest of that day and beyond. Good job both of you, enjoy the rest you deserve, I look forward to more adventures soon.
Really good job, both of you. Love the videos. Also, I really appreciate how honest you are in these videos. It means a lot to use amateur riders- or, at least, to me. Cheers! 😁
Awesome 🤙🤙💪💪
Wow your island race was awesome just like you two!!
I've been watching your videos for some time now your a great team on an off the bikes.
I was surprised that Mackey broke his brake level I didn't think his bike had brakes lol
Do you ever come to the east coast and ride? Doing ORAMM ( off-road assault of Mount Mitchell)?
We enjoyed this - crashes n all! Camping on sand would drive me nuts.
Loved the series. A tale of two stories. Macky who has a couple of years (after Covid)of top racing looking for the slightest change to improve racing. Syd in addition had to recover from an injury and is now racing at top level. Yours is more noticeable but both have improved considerably.
Syd it was a good insight to know about the gal who finished 1st who crashed on the first stage. What a battle between you two!
Macky do you ever worry about breaking a wrist when you brace yourself to break your fall? 🚴🏻🚴🏻
Perfect video to watch while eating breakfast before getting on the bike for a 3 hour distance run in -3 degrees Celsius (26 F). Thanks.
Oof, sounds 🥶
@@sydandmacky Was nice with the right clothes and gloves. A day in the woods beat a day in the office, even when it is freezing. :)
Out of curiosity, why not stay a day or two later after the race? Travel half way across the world to a really cool country, hang around, chill on the beach, play tourist.
Never forget Mackie's sister..."WHEEE!!!"
Thanks for the videos and site overall and congrats on your event.
I do really wonder about the impact of jet lag and the travel on your performance. Flying that far and the racing a day later is very taxing on the mental and physical side.
it's really great that you both went out and enjoy yourselves, and allowed yourselves to enjoy your results. Syd, given you were recently uncomfortable the day Macky was behind and caught you mid race, I was wondering if riding with Macky the last day actually slowed you down a bit?
From my kayak racing days - duration or difficulty of races always had a direct ratio to length of time to analyze. I always packed a couple of garbage bags on every international riding trip I have done, strongly recommend to anyone doing the same. Regarding accidents and crashes, being able to stop and reset the mind if your not injured is a nice skill (handy to have the ability in the river or on a bike). I know some DH racers that have talked about reaching a point in their mental game to do this mid race run.
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Love the conversation. I wonder how much the late bike arrival played a role in throwing Macky off on day one. I had a similar situation years ago, and I had an unexpectedly bad result that day.
Don't forget the 100k subs/100 mile with siblings ride😃
keep on cookin‘
If you're ever stuck for a video on Syd Fixes Bikes can you do a bike fit video? Seat height, handlebars wrist angles blah blah as it's something I really struggle with and end up with a numb hand when I go offroading...
I always thought it was crazy to pay for a bike fit, then I broke down and got one. It was a 100% game changer. Just pay for a pro bike fit
Great reflections on the race and peek into your post race time. Quick question on the hike a bike sections between stages - did you take something like trail runners or just wear your mtb shoes? Well done to you both. I think what Macky is asking himself is if he rode safely while being aggressive. Guessing the answer is different for a stage race vs single day.
We just wore our enduro shoes (the Shimano ME7s) which worked great
Cape Epic when???
Blind gap jumps, heck no! 😮
I have been married 46 years, for me I loved seeing you both kiss during your workout! Of course I love your videos.. just sayin. You two rock. Congrats
hey Syd and Macky, I find your documentation of the Trans Madeira race very inspiring and I'd like to give it a try myself. In your opinion what would be the minimum suspension travel for a very laid back approach. Would you consider 140mm sufficient to be able to ride not race the trails?
Yup, I think 140 would work just fine!
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Didn’t notice the Rip Rower are you folks still using it?
We use it some. Not as regularly as we were when we were racing enduro exclusively because there's only do much time to train in the day!
Hello Friends, where did you buy the Torque USA, I had never seen it, I want one.
Here you go (it's on sale for Black Friday): amzn.to/40TsjUQ
THANKS for your direct and honest approach. You could have “produced” a glossy post-race show. Instead you chose to share openly what many folks would keep even from themselves. I am no athlete but enjoy learning from your example. I may not follow you as far as liking gym time though…
You call those "kiss ups" maybe? 😏
How about going bike packing, all over Europe, that'll work,
3:25 😈😈
Macky, I think you were just fatigued. Speaking from a husband's point of view, Im pretty sure your game was affected worrying about Syd while you were there..even the littlest thing can affect your game day. IMO🎉 You still did great 👍🏻
Macky, just think if you only focused on your legs in workouts, how hard your face would have hit that ground. You could have broken your neck.
When you replay that scene, my stomach flips like on a roller coaster ride.
lol
100% I've had a crash.. escaped physical injury.. but its those crashes where you just don't understand why? Why did I crash. Like. You can't identify a mistake or a bad choice.. it rattles ya. Which either makes u ride a little scared (tense) or u slow down. Or both
Do you want trans madera a gain
Just out of interest why didn't you stay over in Portugal/Madeira even for 2 nights? So you could properly decompress before a longish flight back? And not have to rushing to get back?
I mean how often would you get to go there?
Syd only fans will pay the bills