MTB is MASSIVE in Texas, But How? 🤷‍♂️

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  • @jakewelborn7842
    @jakewelborn7842 5 років тому +415

    Bro that dude with one arm is way better than me with both arms. Respect ✊

    • @aldenwilkins
      @aldenwilkins 5 років тому +9

      follow him at ua-cam.com/channels/2e9JrZHH6gVcAq2HSspKKw.html
      Eric is a great guy

    • @dandemore8057
      @dandemore8057 5 років тому +1

      yea nofrontbrakes is his yt, he is pretty legit.

    • @JeffWagen
      @JeffWagen 5 років тому

      I share your thoughts bro.

    • @jakewelborn7842
      @jakewelborn7842 5 років тому +1

      Alden Wilkins instant follow

    • @TraceyAllen
      @TraceyAllen 5 років тому +8

      I would really like to see his bike set up in more detail. I'm a powersport technian, and have set up a few motorcycles for people that were missing limbs. It's pretty awesome to watch someone do something they love that they never thought they would do again because of a massive injury.

  • @barefootmtb1338
    @barefootmtb1338 5 років тому +80

    Oh man you just totally killed that Alex!!! Out of all the you tubers that have showcased this area your video had a vibe that really gave you the feeling of what it is like there. Thank you.

  • @nofrontbrakes
    @nofrontbrakes 5 років тому +243

    So good. Thanks for getting me to drop that ledge, coach! What a great few days, and hopefully next time our paths cross in a location that's new to both of us!

    • @lusenator
      @lusenator 5 років тому +1

      Just subscribed to you dude!

    • @SentMKG
      @SentMKG 5 років тому +1

      Good stuff man! What's easy for others is challenging for the rest of us and it's awesome to see you conquering the stuff that I would be afraid of as well!

    • @nofrontbrakes
      @nofrontbrakes 5 років тому +2

      Thanks everyone!

    • @CSenduro
      @CSenduro 5 років тому +1

      love the name! keep on rippin 8-)

    • @Shazzzam74
      @Shazzzam74 5 років тому +2

      Yep, Subscribed too from San Antonio!

  • @CobraKyle
    @CobraKyle 5 років тому +35

    This was such a good film dude. Respect for all the cat puns. Texas is rad and I'm glad to call all these dudes my friends. Thanks for showcasing what we've got and it was a blast meeting and riding with you!

  • @OutsideWatch
    @OutsideWatch 5 років тому +37

    Some of us are stopping in Texas on our way to the GoPro Mountain Games next week. Maybe we'll have to do some mountain biking... Sick video!

    • @prussia2495
      @prussia2495 3 роки тому

      If you happen to go to Spyder mountain theres an amazing bike park called Reveille Bike park thats 3 miles away it has the best jumps in all of texas!

    • @marcusfelix8774
      @marcusfelix8774 3 роки тому

      i dont mean to be so offtopic but does anybody know a tool to get back into an Instagram account??
      I was dumb forgot my login password. I appreciate any tips you can offer me

    • @breckenalejandro3028
      @breckenalejandro3028 3 роки тому

      @Marcus Felix Instablaster =)

  • @Only_Fans_Here
    @Only_Fans_Here 5 років тому +48

    The storytelling and documentary-esq style of this video really shows how far you've come in this game. It's almost like a completely different channel now - and I mean that in the best possible way. This is the video that convinced me to start contributing on Patreon. You've really stepped up your production value and the effort you're pouring into this is reflected in your final product. Keep it up. Your channel and your outlook on life inspires so many people.

  • @wesleyburk7421
    @wesleyburk7421 5 років тому +233

    Wow man. This is by far the best video you have ever made!! Keep up the great work!!👍🏽🤙🏽

  • @dimi3378
    @dimi3378 5 років тому +8

    0:25 this orange jersey man is a king.
    Riding without one arm that’s what we called passion.

    • @motoxderek331
      @motoxderek331 5 років тому +1

      Veloce_Foals hes got a yt page “no front brakes”

  • @keatonward3139
    @keatonward3139 5 років тому +46

    I have to say Alex, I was missing seeing you twice a week but damn this video quality is awesome. LFRHGS MY DUDE!!

  • @HeadwatersKayak
    @HeadwatersKayak 5 років тому +5

    Digging the voice over format. Enjoyable to watch and awesome story telling. I know the work that goes into this so props.

  • @barkingmadman1169
    @barkingmadman1169 5 років тому

    Great video! Thanks for highlighting Texas. I am 53, living in Texas 11 years, and only discovered mountain biking over the summer. After buying a Trek Marlin I was hooked, and found great trails practically in my own back yard in a suburb of Houston, and have been riding 4 to 5 days a week even as the daylight hours diminished this fall. You are so right about the community and passion, but not just in Austin. Houston is the flattest place I've ever lived, but the trail builders in my area are doing a fantastic job, as you say, making the most of what little elevation we do have.

  • @paulsoa1
    @paulsoa1 5 років тому +4

    Liking the more “polished” feel. But don’t give up that raw feel entirely. Some of my favorite parts of your videos are the commentary during the ride. Feeling the stoke while you ride is priceless

    • @henryhester1897
      @henryhester1897 5 років тому

      paulsoa1 agreed. Don’t get too polished in your presentation.

  • @SergeRom47
    @SergeRom47 5 років тому +11

    You're amazing my dude. Thanks for giving Texas some love.

  • @go0s8
    @go0s8 5 років тому +20

    Man this video is probably my favorite video from you. The effort put into this video really shows. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!

  • @daust
    @daust 5 років тому +22

    Nice video Alex! I'm digging this new style of telling a story! keep it up

  • @bobbyhempel1513
    @bobbyhempel1513 5 років тому +2

    As a relatively new rider in Texas I really what to check out spider mountain.

    • @Estevanp115
      @Estevanp115 5 років тому

      Bobby Hempel do it you won’t regret it

  • @jtap484
    @jtap484 5 років тому +9

    One of your best videos! Thanks for coming to Texas!

  • @davidc6032
    @davidc6032 5 років тому +11

    I was just wondering yesterday where the Sampler was, now I see. That was a helluva video, well done!

  • @andysgsxr75013
    @andysgsxr75013 5 років тому +3

    It was a pretty awesome surprise meeting you at spider mountain on easter. Thanks for showing off Austin! Keep killing it man.

  • @huntstyle
    @huntstyle 5 років тому +5

    Nice work dude! That was an awesome video, and excellent portrayal of our TX MTB scene!

  • @michaelsdiecastgarageracin1583
    @michaelsdiecastgarageracin1583 5 років тому +3

    The mountain bike scene has steadily grown in Tejas since the 90's. Back then only a handful of us traveled to the NORBA Nationals from Texas. I always tried to bring back ideas to the lone star state. Glad some have cemented themselves in Austin. Great video. Ride Hard!

  • @raeperonneau4941
    @raeperonneau4941 4 роки тому +1

    Bravo! Love seeing people push their limits. Lifts are nice but everyone needs to learn to enjoy the climb.

  • @scc9306
    @scc9306 5 років тому +2

    Dude. I love the new format of your videos. Can't even imagine how much work you put into this. I guess that's why it has been a while. Kinda gave me a PBS Rick Steves travel show vibe, but with bikes. Instead of just watching your pov and hearing you excited, I actually want to get out to Austin. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there!

  • @RicQuintanilla
    @RicQuintanilla 5 років тому +12

    Dang! I need to get on that patron! Just up the road and i missed out!
    Glad you enjoyed what TX has to offer, BEFORE it got hot!

  • @BikeLifewithRob
    @BikeLifewithRob 5 років тому +3

    You can shred all year long in Texas, and Austin seems like a great place to be by! Nice vid man!

    • @XCBen
      @XCBen 5 років тому +1

      Heck yea! I need to make it out there.

  • @adventurearkansas9926
    @adventurearkansas9926 5 років тому +2

    Dude, Alex, thank you so much. I am moving to DFW soon and Austin is reasonably close. I'm going to Spider Mountain like the week I get there but this video helps so much on finding other stuff in the area. I'm originally from Arkansas, then went to college in Alabama so to me moving to Texas was resigning my MTB experience to park days in Angelfire, NM. I'm so glad that this is not the case. Thank you so much for bringing these communities to light and showing the world what they have to offer. I would love to see a video like this from every scene you see because it helps me find where to ride when going on vacation, business trips, or to see family and friends. Love your work man, live free, ride hard, and stay stoked my dude.

    • @fattiredbiker4012
      @fattiredbiker4012 5 років тому

      Adventure Arkansas Dallas has a pretty big scene too. Check out DORBA (Dallas Off Road Bicycle Association)

  • @camerongregory4196
    @camerongregory4196 3 роки тому

    Born and raised in Texas but moved away before I got into mountain biking! Love to see the Lone Star State getting some love - especially from someone as dedicated to quality content as you, my man! Keep up the Stoke!

  • @jakegrisham959
    @jakegrisham959 4 роки тому +2

    Nice to see you showing Czech Stop some love

  • @ryankrause618
    @ryankrause618 5 років тому +1

    glad you enjoyed austin; it's my favorite city to visit! the music, food, and people are all great, and best of all, hill country and the beautiful nature outside the city is incredible

  • @m.perfekt3055
    @m.perfekt3055 5 років тому +1

    I never really understood people who won't pay a couple of bucks for a purpose built location. It doesn't seem to matter if its biking, drag racing, paintball, or autocross, I hear so many people complain about something that normally costs less than a movie, and their rig of choice for that activity cost many thousands of dollars. Even if your bike cost $500, you shouldn't have a problem coming up with 10 bucks or so to use something made to give you the best possible time riding it. Cheers for the perspective Alexander!

  • @thffoutdoors7711
    @thffoutdoors7711 5 років тому +7

    Been waiting forever for one of these Texas mtb videos

    • @The_Sampler
      @The_Sampler  5 років тому +1

      Hope I did the community justice 🤘

  • @mathewadams2929
    @mathewadams2929 4 роки тому

    I think hearing Alex's woops of joy and excitement while hes riding is what keeps me coming back again and again. I love hearing him having the time of his life.

  • @harryls1283
    @harryls1283 4 роки тому

    Dude, great way to talk and promote the MTB scene in Texas, specially coming from somebody like you that has been in lost of cool places and MTB trail. Thanks brother!!!

  • @arthurbrown123
    @arthurbrown123 5 років тому +1

    I picked up Mountain Biking as a hobby when I lived in Texas. The MTB community there is strong and always growing. I would travel a lot for work, and anytime I went anywhere I made sure to throw my bike in the back of my truck because there are great trails EVERYWHERE!
    Great video btw sts! I like that you incorporated a lot more narration and B-Roll. Much easier to watch in this format.

  • @DougalDime
    @DougalDime 5 років тому +25

    like others have said, this has to be one of your best vids, nice job!

  • @srhcat72
    @srhcat72 5 років тому +5

    So... it was you. I was at Cat MTN that day and parked right behind your van and didn't even know it. Maybe I'll get another chance to meet you on the trail some day. Cheers.

  • @TMAN882
    @TMAN882 5 років тому

    Awesome, thx for visiting! Beauty for us Texans who mountain bike is we also have fairly easy access to Colorado, New Mexico, and Arkansas to change up the vibe when needed.

  • @borntobomb
    @borntobomb 5 років тому +11

    def. one of your best vids Alex. You did my hometown right.

  • @a.s.g7135
    @a.s.g7135 5 років тому +3

    Seriously 1 of The Best All Over Mountain Biking Vedio Ever.
    U The Best Mountain Bike UA-camr i Hv Seen .Love From India.& love all Ur Vedios

  • @nickrowell2651
    @nickrowell2651 5 років тому

    I really like the narration on this one. There was a lot of energy and emotion in your speech and tone of voice and it really added to the experience

  • @ChrisCXK
    @ChrisCXK 5 років тому +28

    I’m glad you edited out the part where it took me forever to get the backing off my sticker hahah. I still need to get back to that taco place!

    • @The_Sampler
      @The_Sampler  5 років тому +2

      hahaha Chris you know I got your back :P

  • @Mububban23
    @Mububban23 5 років тому +1

    7:55 - thankyou Alex for mentioning the importance of BEGINNER FRIENDLY trails. Not everyone has the sporting ability or desire to tackle black trails with massive jumps and drops. Some of us just aren't that good! And we have kids who like to ride flow trails and some moderate blues without killing ourselves. Think about every sport you've ever played - there have been A grade down to D grade and onwards to cater for different skill and fitness levels. Mountain biking should be no different :-)
    And in my experience, it's the players from the lower skill levels that are the heart and soul of many sporting clubs.

  • @bt147258
    @bt147258 5 років тому

    Wow... You captured it all in this video... Stunning trails, delicious food, flowing beer and awesome local MTB community.. oh and the lifts... I want to go NOW!!! Great video Alex ..

  • @AlexAlexAlexAlex
    @AlexAlexAlexAlex 5 років тому +10

    damn these puns are killing me. puntinue producing great videos, Alex!

  • @JayBirdPhotos
    @JayBirdPhotos 5 років тому

    Thanks for featuring our "little" area of mountain biking. I moved here from California 7 years ago and I have to say I was a little worried about no mountains (Tahoe was my playground). Mountain biking here is a good as ever though and has even taught me some new and different skills. Yes you can teach an old mountain biker new tricks. :)

  • @willmoua1
    @willmoua1 5 років тому +4

    Wow. Your production quality has gone way up! Stoked!

  • @cactusflats6592
    @cactusflats6592 3 роки тому

    I've been living in Austin for a few years now and cutting my teeth on the local trails, and I love the area. For a rookie, there are so many trails to learn on, and as I ride more challenging features I get more and more inspired to build bigger stuff on my home trail. Thanks as always for the dope vids!

  • @osirisslee
    @osirisslee 5 років тому

    Super rad content. You seem like a super wholesome dude. Found your channel from van build stuff. I'm a drummer that's looking to move to Dallas for 6 months, and then to Nashville to pursue a full time career as a drummer. Your videos on van building and biking are fun and inspiring. Definitely appreciate the well written narration. I purchased a tour van a few years ago that I'm going to convert to a house. No more spending half of my income for rent! Cheers man.

  • @Cryton1
    @Cryton1 5 років тому

    I really liked the narration over the video, this is one of the best so far!

  • @TradesbyMatt
    @TradesbyMatt 5 років тому +5

    Repping Texas lets go!!!

  • @oldrockhopper3652
    @oldrockhopper3652 5 років тому

    Great video! I love mountain biking and I love Austin, so it’s great to see you promoting both!

  • @EpicRev1
    @EpicRev1 5 років тому

    Finally! Voice over narration is superior to alive chest mounted camera video. I'm hoping others take notice of Seth's style and YT domination. Third person shots and story telling are key. Great work, hands down your best video. Just me, if you continue with this new variety of styles, like the clip riding video with simple bike sound,s you will continue grow at much faster rate than others simply riding without a "STORY"!

  • @natesimmons8241
    @natesimmons8241 5 років тому

    Love it! Texas native here and love the MTB scene we have!

  • @BackyardTrailBuilds
    @BackyardTrailBuilds 5 років тому +5

    I concur with everyone else.. such a good video, dude. Got me all hornafide for Texas trails now!

  • @williamahrens5737
    @williamahrens5737 5 років тому

    That dude riding with a handicap, major props, awesome that there was a solution to allow him to get out there and send it!

    • @DocXGAMC
      @DocXGAMC 5 років тому

      His name is Eric Scott his UA-cam Channel is No Front Brakes. He is friends with Seth, Alex, Brian, Bobo, and the others.

  • @atxmtbr
    @atxmtbr 5 років тому

    Congrats on this video !....fantastic...! Being an Austin mountain biker myself... I can say you did us proud man ! That's the best Austin MTB scene youtube video out there ! Thanks !

  • @blainewinters8492
    @blainewinters8492 5 років тому +1

    You are getting amazing at making these videos!! The music, the narrating, the riding. Makes me want more!

  • @TrailFeatures
    @TrailFeatures 5 років тому +1

    I don't think enough can be said about the MTB community down in Austin. The tight knit community is the whole reason that place is becoming one of the next big MTB destinations.

    • @The_Sampler
      @The_Sampler  5 років тому +1

      Joe you have been there from the beginning touting the scene, and absolutely are a reason I finally made it. I can finally say I get what you are saying... it's pretty friggin' great there!

  • @freerangemtb
    @freerangemtb 5 років тому +1

    I just drove through Texas myself this past weekend. I was moving my son from Arizona to Florida and we had to drive through there. It's a huge state, and not great for driving through. But it looks like it's a blast to MTB it. Great video, Alex!
    #lfrhgs
    Stay upright and keep the rubber side down!
    -Brian

  • @weekendshredding1958
    @weekendshredding1958 3 роки тому

    i have mad respect for Eric, your doing a great job man and keep up the great shred mate.

  • @PedalingDave
    @PedalingDave 5 років тому

    I love seeing the mountain bike culture expanding. I wish this had been happening 20 years ago but still stoked that it's happening now AND in many places.

  • @lestheis8906
    @lestheis8906 5 років тому

    You blew me away with this one man, mad props. The word is out now South Texas MTB is legit.......couldn't keep it secret forever.

  • @ramsobbins600
    @ramsobbins600 5 років тому +4

    Alex, you're so inspiring, you always have fun and are a genuine person, LFRHGS my dude 🤘

  • @AdiLevinson
    @AdiLevinson 2 роки тому

    I'm glad you enjoyed Austin! You are actually the reason I got into cycling. I currently only road bike but am gettin my first MTB soon! I document my rides and adventures on my channel all inspired by you. Thanks Alex

  • @apachedann1
    @apachedann1 4 роки тому

    As someone who may be moving from the mountains of NM to Austin soon, your video provided me with a much needed stoke on the MTB scene there.

  • @adamhulin366
    @adamhulin366 5 років тому

    Great video! Been watching Spider Mountain on the feeds and wow how great is this (what’s happening in TX) for the sport!!!

  • @collinletain7649
    @collinletain7649 5 років тому

    Love the new voice over style and the high quality mic you use for it. Awesome video and evolved style!

  • @RyanSidler
    @RyanSidler 4 роки тому

    thank you for supporting local

  • @go0s8
    @go0s8 5 років тому +4

    Yes!! Thank you for riding in Texas

    • @donchristie420
      @donchristie420 5 років тому

      Yep, especially for me, cause I'll NEVER go back to FUCKING TexASS

  • @cydamac
    @cydamac 4 роки тому

    I'm just getting into trail riding and looking to try some downhill soon. I live in ATX and I didn't know these places existed until earlier this year. That's the best thing that's come out of the pandemic for me. No commuting to work means investing in a new bike and spending the extra hours getting into shape and enjoying central Texas nature.

  • @Krageesh
    @Krageesh 5 років тому

    Two weeks and you came back with a bang! New mike, new cam!

  • @saberraider
    @saberraider 5 років тому

    SO GOOD TO HAVE YOU BCK BROTHER! i can't be on patron atm so YT content is always expected! enjoying NAO!

  • @nmarq005
    @nmarq005 5 років тому

    Thank you for showing the hospitality of Texas. I didn't know about cat mountain, will have to check that out.

  • @rupedog
    @rupedog 5 років тому

    Same deal in western cape, south Africa...pay to ride, many on vineyard estates, who opened.up trails as extra revenue. Then often add cafe or restaurants. Its BRILLIANT!

  • @mtbfreebirdTCB
    @mtbfreebirdTCB 5 років тому

    I have been following you for quite some time n it is so inspiring to see your growth in riding and filming alike... Keep shredding both of 'em ....Respect from Sikkim .

  • @jaronco
    @jaronco 4 роки тому

    I’m really digging your channel man. Well done! It’s pushed me to go on and give my creative videography a go and I’m pushing for some trail improvement around me! Thanks again

  • @all_the_hype4576
    @all_the_hype4576 5 років тому

    Dang. Did anyone else notice that Alex’s friend Eric only had one hand. And he is still riding his bike that’s sick. You are probably the best mountain biker UA-camr you are so encouraging when it comes to other riders and you don’t make your videos to complicated. Probs to Eric and good job on the videos. Rock on guys.

  • @MrHamncheez
    @MrHamncheez 4 роки тому

    I live in Utah. I have 3000+ descents within pre-work driving distance. Park City is only 45 min away. I rode Spider Mountain last week while on a work trip, and still was blown away. The runs were shorter, but man they are good.

  • @dead71
    @dead71 5 років тому +1

    Alex. Love your approach to life

  • @Imcroft
    @Imcroft 5 років тому +1

    Cat puns aside man seriously top notch video! Your production quality is through the roof in the last couple videos! That’s work that doesn’t go unnoticed or unappreciated. Thanks for doing what you do.

  • @blinggi4
    @blinggi4 5 років тому

    I have to say that I miss the unabashed enthusiasm of the videos , before this one. I liked those because they were so energetic and your love of MTB came through. I am all for improvements, but please don’t forget that part.

  • @_wesleyrich_
    @_wesleyrich_ 5 років тому

    Been waiting for this vid ever since I heard you were in town! Excellent work, and I hope you come back soon!

  • @jeneperez9169
    @jeneperez9169 5 років тому

    Love love loved this video man! I’m a new MTB girl here in Dallas Texas... thanks to my MTB man.... and you got me all pumped up to go ride in Austin! So awesome you went to the famous Czech stop 🤙🏼

  • @Tek_Nician
    @Tek_Nician 5 років тому

    Quality video man! I just ride a mountain bike around town for exercise but I love watching mountain bike videos and this was a great one.

  • @brianinmotion3893
    @brianinmotion3893 4 роки тому

    That looks like such a great time. I feel the vibe through the video.

  • @mtbripper
    @mtbripper 5 років тому

    Wow! Those wooden features starting at 6:34 are awesome and look like tons of fun! If I ever get out to Texas, I would definitely like to ride this area! Thanks for sharing! Great work on and off the trail man! 👍👍

  • @johnnyeconomopoulos7254
    @johnnyeconomopoulos7254 4 роки тому

    The voiceover in this video is on point! I loved watching this video and really want to go to Austin now.

  • @abadatha
    @abadatha 5 років тому

    Nice to see a new STS videos, especially one with all the cat puns.

  • @jacquescooper3470
    @jacquescooper3470 5 років тому

    Definitely on my wish list....the trails, food and BEER looks awesome. Well done bud.

  • @jeremie8730
    @jeremie8730 5 років тому

    Fantastic content, my good sir. Possibly your best vid yet. If this doesn't hit 1million views, I'll blow up the internet.

  • @OMARZAKIALIRAQEY
    @OMARZAKIALIRAQEY 3 роки тому

    Thx

  • @marcoepifani2475
    @marcoepifani2475 5 років тому +7

    i like the new seth's bike hacks-like format, it just keeps you stuck to the screen listening, sounds like you got a pretty good mic as well! keep it up alex!

  • @BigKatz
    @BigKatz 5 років тому

    This was a pro tv show. I'm in Austin and recognize these other local guys who do youtube trail vids, y'all found each other and much of the best around here is in this - really well done yeah; I've been biking in Texas my whole life, mtb since ~1990 as a kid in the hill country and north Texas and there's definitely a fresh wave of interest, distinct-feeling new bikes with this whole 29er / 27.5 & boost & drop posts & GoPros. But yeah there's also BMX here and we share the same city trails, and the Lance Armstrong inspired suburban & country road riding scene is still strong. Chumba, gravel grinders, bikepacking is a whole other world too.

  • @TheMrjt09
    @TheMrjt09 5 років тому

    Alex, I really miss living vicariously through your videos. Your life rocks from the outside!!! Stoked for your next vid!

  • @biggiesmall4817
    @biggiesmall4817 Рік тому

    I’m so happy I saw this video, I’m moving to austin soon and can’t wait to get back into riding!

  • @chrismallory3172
    @chrismallory3172 5 років тому +1

    You Rep'd our great state of TEXAS like a BOSS my man. Great video....love your stuff keep it going!

  • @CaBdosdos
    @CaBdosdos 5 років тому

    Man feeling the love for ATX here thanks man. I love this city.

  • @nateisright
    @nateisright 5 років тому

    When Texans decide to do something, they do it right. Hill country is awesome. It reminds me of Northwest Arkansas in the level of cooperation and enthusiasm for trail building. Now Arkansas and Texas are simply racing for my affection.

  • @jackadler5941
    @jackadler5941 5 років тому

    Drone footage at the end, yes! Great place and fantastic coverage of Texas MTB scene. You did them justice Alex.

  • @texastrailguy3788
    @texastrailguy3788 4 роки тому

    Glad you had a great time in TX! Come back soon.