Bad Situations - My new Normal
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- Опубліковано 20 жов 2019
- This was filmed almost a year ago when I was first starting to ride again after 10 years off.
The scariest day on my bike. In way over my head and riding in the middle of nowhere - Розваги
Don,t be so hard on yourself. That was very heavy shit. Loss, sharp and steep. Scar any sane person. Good on you for not turning back and backing your ability and having a good go at. Great times don't come without commitment.
Thanks John. I appreciate it
That was a tough precipice . anyone would be a little nervous dude.
No shame being scared on that terrain. Make me nervous just watching. Good job Travis,
Thanks Greg. Ya, this was a tough one for sure
I 2nd that.
Having moved to Southern Utah a year ago, I'm constantly feeling this way. These boys down here are insane! On the plus side, my riding has improved immensely. With that being said, they always seem to find something even more technical and terrifying every ride. I think they might be trying to kill me.
Hopefully you grow as a rider and learn to love it. The more you do, the more you'll love it. Keep it up
Love every minute of it! Keep up the great vids, you're doing a great job and we all love them.
I think I’ve gone out with your group maybe. Is anyone from Rocky Mountain in the group?
@@justinellison4117 nobody from Rocky Mountain, but a lot of locals I've met from a private FB page called Southern Utah Single Track (SUST). I'm blown away at how many trails they have down here. Problem is, you can't find them on your own, as there are zero trail maps for the area. You have to meet locals to find them or scour Google Earth VERY closely. Even then, they're near impossible to see.
Gnarly terrain, respect to Bernie for riding that terrain at 70! Absolute madman.
He's actually, 60. My mistake. BUT still, the man is a beast
Remember...momentum is your friend..
I've been watching your channel for the past few weeks without being a subscriber. This episode made me a subscriber! I'm 65 years old and still doing crazy riding like this. I applaud you for being very candid and humble to expose your weaknesses and fear. We've all "been there and done that" at some point in our riding career. I totally understand how it feels riding in a terrain like that with a totally unsuitable tire and a non responsive TPI to make matters worse. This was one of the most enjoyable videos that I watched so far. Five stars and a👍for you.
Thanks fir the feedback. I was truly concerned when I posted this one. I've gotten a few replies very similar to yours.
Thanks again
Travis
I was nervous just watching some of this stuff, I find when you successfully complete the stuff that scares you and are forced to do it, that's when you really grow
I defiantly learned a lot this day and have come a long way
Great stuff! Some of that looked super sketchy on camera so it must have been really crazy in real life! I would have been scared too!
It was sheer cliffs all over.. definitely made me pucker
I use to do 2 hour laps up there on that trail, pound a couple beers then go 😂Those guys took you the hardest way threw ! Straight up from the dez floor to Chulkwalla that’s the hardest route👍😂.. how about the north slope of Chulkwalla , the do or die hill 😂I guess that was a nope ? I have road that stuff up there in the rain lots of traction wet too. Hiked out a couple times out of that area in my time. I love that area . Good job !
You really pussed out on that one 😁, jk, everyone, I don't care who they are, have days like that, and that was some REALLY gnarly stuff you were on, good video, glad you shared it
Oh man... I defiantly did
that is just your brain keeping you alive and making good decisions, trust it. It's cares about you more than you realize
Thanks for sharing this. We all have days like this when we freak out, but then again, that's how we get better.
Dude! You were awesome. You were riding some of the most challenging stuff there is. It is so good for us mortals to see the out takes. We have all been where you were and it haunts us. Seeing you do it gives us hope and encouragement. Great stuff man.
I'm actually glad you shared this video w/ such honesty. As a new rider with a very late start it's good to see this side. Also Bernie is a badass, my god, I can't even imagine riding that terrain. Wonder how he stays fit.
Thank you for posting. The scenery is breath taking! This kind of terrain is why we can't have nice stuff!
Thank you SO much for showing what difficult looks like. I just bought my 2019 KTM 350 and I’ve never had so much fun and fear in my life. I understand you now better than ever. Much respect, keep being real with us.
As long as you respect it and are having fun. Keep it up
Massive thank you!! for putting this up even after everything. Really Good watch mate and those views must have been killer.
Thanks man. It was hard going back and watching this footage even after all this time
Back in the late 60's and 70's I raced the desert, dist 37 and 38, Barstow to Vegas, Check Chase Barstow to Parker and for those bikes we had there would be no way I could have ridden in that type of terrain. I guess the greenies have shut down most of the desert we use to ride in and this is what is left. I'll be 74 this month and I want to get a dirt bike and ride a little but if this is what it is all about now I don't think I could do it like you do. I enjoy watching your trials and tribulations and the beating your body and bike take though. Some of those ridges I have to turn my head when you look down. You are doing fine and I can see the improvement in your riding in just the short time I've been a subscriber. Keep up the hard work and keep making these videos. I showed my wife some of the stuff you guys are riding and she went to the desert with me most every weekend and her comment is "it never looked like that when we were out there riding". She just shook her head.
Dude i give you huge props that look so gnarly I've been in that situation before just when you think it can't get any worse it does huge huge props
That day only made you better! No shame! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Bruce :)
I think it's great that you admit you are out of your comfort zone. Not many who would have done that. Great video and lovely terrain.
Enjoyed the video. No shame! The only way to get better is ride. That you did. Hope I can get out and ride like that when I'm 70.
Bernie is the man. ex pro downhill mountain bike racer
No shame that is gnarly stuff. Thanks for sharing. Humbling that a 70-year old was mastering that terrain.
Hes actualy 60, I made a mistake. But still, he's awesome
Huge brass ones dude and thanks for sharing! If anyone asks me if I want to go to the moon, I now know it's an automatic NFW. Hey, at least you weren't on that EXC pig! It took "almost" the same courage to share this as it was to ride the stuff, so I commend you in swallowing your pride and sharing with the community as it can be inspirational for folks to occasionally be uncomfortable in order to improve their skills. The 70 yr old is absolutely nuts, but props to him for his ridiculous skill and staying on 2 wheels! Godspeed...
i know you know this but for others...2 things that i discovered after years of riding: mousse is the real deal no matter what you ride even if you have some long connecting pavement and staying in really good shape is as important as riding skills. LOVE the channel!
Well said!
It’s also fun to see how much you’ve progressed in a year
Thanks Nathan. Riding with some good guys and taking some classes has really helped a lot
Summary: You did awesome. To anyone that has ever ridden dirt bikes it is evident that you tackled hundreds of things that were way over your comfort threshold... that's something to be proud of. That terrain was about as hard as it gets and you did it. We've all felt that way.... it's part of Dirt Bike Life. Glad you shared it buddy.. real life makes the most engaging vids. All the best buddy.... regards.... Steve
Thanks Steve. Ya, that was a bad day for sure but a good learning experience. Just glad I came out in one piece after all that stuff
After breaking my ankle trying to keep up with better riders on better bikes, I watch who I ride with and where. Appreciate your honesty. To make it up some of those places you have shown that you are a very good rider. Those guys are the type of rider that I avoid. Kinda chicken shit to leave you alone, also I hate when I am the last guy, then people leave as soon as I show up, after they've rested. I probably need the rest the most, but get the least. No fun.
We're all good now. Just an off day
Great vid bro.. Got a new respect for you after watching this.. No better skill in dirt biking than being humble and respecting the bike and terrain. Anyone would be scared riding what you were.. If they say they aren’t, they are either lying or not respecting the “gnarness” of it all... 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Jasun. Ya, some days its too much, this was one for sure
hey that was amazing ride ,,, don't feel to bad you made it home in one piece ,,, cheers from Australia
Real interesting video. thanks to share it ! We can feel the pain, the usual " where are they now ?", etc...
Thanks so much. Glad you are enjoying our videos :)
Nothing to be embarrassed about in this video. You did an amazing job, you guys are incredible riders! I hope i can get to be at least half of your riding ability!
Just keep putting in the time and try new stuff. Work on balance and Traials techniques, they are the best
Sketchy just watching bro!! Props🙌
Ya did great! Even the billy goats don't like that trail... Some days are just like that and they're not as much fun on those days! Better days ahead!
Pretty intense gnarly trail man felt for you, I think we've all been there at one time or another just not in the right head space. You did well to stick it out until you did, your Kato sounded flat and gutless
I watched your latest vlog & then 'The Moon', good name.
Are you kiddin' me?
We've all been there including the crew you were riding with. Thanks for sharing & the honesty.
Memory Lane....
Ya. We all have good days and bad.
Thanks for the solid comment
Legend....my palms were sweaty all the way through... Bro, good riding.
Thank you 🙌
Holy schnikes! You are a brave individual. That type of riding doesn’t look fun at all. Some technical riding is always good and challenging but that was over the top. Kudos to you for hanging in there.
Ill get back out and tackle this one. This was a long time ago and my riding has improved a ton. Now I want to ride this
There's a fine line between fun scared and being terrified. You're twice the rider I am. It comforts me to see I'm not the only one who has bad days not making things you know you can and getting in over your head.
Just be smart and have fun with what you're doing. When its a day like this, things can go from bad to worse very fast
That look one hell of a gnarly place to ride. Respect to you for pushing yourself. You'll only be a better rider because of that.
Definitely learned a lot about myself and that bike. Glad I've moved to something new and that I've improved as a rider
Good to see the human aspect of riding on UA-cam. Always great videos mate.
Thanks man. We all have good days and bad. This is one of the bad ones for me
I'm sorry you had a rough day but I'm glad you posted it.
Bro that ride was gnarly...I would struggle in that gnarliness...don't get down on yourself...brutal ride
Thanks Collin 😊
Those were some epic views! Excellent video 👍🏻
Thanks Rick!
Thanks again man
Hey Travis, that was a totally awesome video. I could feel the suffering because I’ve had those days.
I like your other videos as well, but this one motivated me to subscribe and create a UA-cam account just so I could tell you how awesome this video is.
Hey Doug, thanks a lot. Its funny how many comments this video has gotten. But yes, it makes it more relatable for a lot of us. Bikes are hard and it feel sgfeat to improve
Every dog has their day man your hella good rider my guy maybe see u on the trails or something one day out here by Malcolm smith trail or some where im out here in Hesperia ca pretty sure u know the tan mountains and sliver wood areas as well ride safe man thanks for the videos
Thanks for posting this we all have off days
I feel the same way and I ride easy stuff compared to what you are riding!!
I really like your channel!!!
Thanks for being honest Man! I didn't think you ever were scared but now I know I'm not alone.
It’s something I deal with quite often on rides. Some of these places are absolutely terrifying.
Good vid and 👍 for the honesty.. no shame at feeling fear
thanks
WOW, What a trail!! Thanks for sharing the video, I'd bet you feel better about that ride now, great job getting it DONE! (that trail would be way over my head)
Rear tire, some of those rocks have Shinko 505 written all over them, that loose dry rock I'm not sure what gummy would of been better, maybe Ibex, ve33s, hybrid gummy(Motoz) perhaps(M5B, lol)?
Bummer on the throttle response, especially on that ride. You meet new friends, rock on!
I'll just take my Ibex if I go back. Best if everything with that tire
And yes.... I want to go back now and rip it up
@@EverySingleSunday very Nice!
What did it take to get your bike fixed?
2020, I'd like to add a 300 to the garage(finally)
@@bradl45 I have a 2018 now with a Lectron carb. Couldn't be happier
I really liked this video. Thanks for posting.
Thanks so much 😊
Lol. The vertical playground scares me too. Good job though and I appreciate your honesty. Remember fear is a gift that can keep you alive. That area is definitely black / double black in difficultly. People who have never road stuff like that cannot appreciate how tall and steep some of those hills truly are. That 505 was the right tire at the 9ish minute mark. The crazy thing is there are other 60-70 year old guys who can ride those trails and a handful of them have been riding that area since the 1970’s. I prefer to stay more on the B******** Ridge stuff. Thanks for the post. I need to go back, but I’ll avoid some of that hike-a-bike stuff south of ********* ******. Question, do you think a Nitro Mousse would be better than Tubliss at say 7-8 psi? For the loose decomposed granite and sand a 525 or gummy Motoz might be the ticket👍
Ya, the place is a bit crazy for sure.
I am now running the new Soft NitroMousse in the rear and prefer it over the TuBliss. It doesn't bounce as much in the rocks and has great traction.
Up front, I'm on the new platinum NitroMousse. It's been good but the GT ones seem to last longer
Every Single Sunday, thanks for the reply! I have gone back to Tubliss on my 300 Husky from a standard Nitro Mousse. I like the feel of the Tubliss better, buuuuut that new soft nitro mousse looks intriguing. Let us know how you like it once you get a little more time on it. From a new subscriber Be Safe!
@@jasminebeth5328 I hated Every rear mousse for the longest time. I've preferred mousse front and TuBliss rear forever
This new soft mousse feels too hard to the touch but it works so damn good. I say pick one up and give it a shot
Every Single Sunday, thanks for the info! I’ll give it a shot on my 450👍
That was absolutely ass puckering stuff! You rode very well! And you should be very proud of your self. Well done
thanks. been back and killed it since then
Damn, would scare the shit out of me too. Still think you’re a hell of a rider Travis. Easy to post great riding videos, posting ones like yours makes it real. Guys are afraid of even admiting that things are over their heads. All the best, great video as always! 👍👍
Thanks man, ya... this one was. an ego check for sure
COURAGE is being scared $#!tless and driving on anyway. Respect!!
Well said
I WAS SCARED FOR YOU !!!!!!!
That's one I will just have to live vicariously through you. I'd be scared to hike it let alone take a 215 pound bike.
Allyn, ya... This was one of those places you don't want to get stranded. nothing around forever
Last guy in line holding up the guys...Story of my life they say it makes you a better rider!
just gotta push through and learn to be better.
Yup
You went thru nice track . Reminds me the terrain in my area...
Great ride.
thanks man. Its an awesome area
That looked like it was out by Jawbone. That's some really rough riding out there. Just watching you do that and last years Big Bear Run made me sore.
I paused at 3:24 and subscribed. Ive seen some of your other videos but it is important to show the bad days too. Thank you
Thanks Broski. We all have good ones and bad ones... this was a bad one for sure
I've ridden that area, not the crazy exposure stuff on the ridge, but around 16 minute mark I recognize some stuff, especially that really steep downhill. Had 3 buddies that went out there one day exploring and making their own trails. Got down in a draw that they couldn't get back out of, and they were all expert desert racers. Finally they gave up and started hiking/climbing down the mountain and it's getting dark, one guy got separated on the hike and they couldn't find him, the whole thing was a shit show. Pre cell phone era. Took them 4 days to get the bikes out with ropes and pulleys and a bunch of sweat. There are also legends of bikes up there that never were retrieved, one of them a brand new Maico
4 days... that crazy. 'd be worried about someone else taking my bike. but, it does happen
@@EverySingleSunday Lot less people around at the time. This was around 1990, and by their description, no one was going in there and stealing anything unless they brought their own mountain climbing gear. They had day jobs, like most of us do (or did :) ) and they got stuck on Sunday afternoon. They all lived and worked in the Antelope Valley, luckily. Then they got off work and drove out to Mojave to rescue the bikes. Oh yeah, it was winter time so the days were real short and it was cold and working in the dark
Yes, as many have said, great job both riding and taping.
Thanks so much 😊
Wow that's gnar... Watching you has been an inspiration, really hoping my riding will progress as much as yours. Your bike is running like S*&t too! Of all the times, had to be on that terrain...Been thinking about a TPI, but I've seen a lot of them running poorly. IDK stick with my 08 300XC for now maybe.
Dude ...momentum will carry you over those tough spots.
U amazing!!!!!!yesterday my sweetie and me, we fell in a puddle, almost drowned us, but the beauty made steam, went out, I picked it up and we ride on !!!
hell yes
The one thing I hate about that type of tails lol is
When you got a steep downhill in those rocks on the soft sand it’s like ice-skating ahahahah epic man yall did good bro love it
You did great. I know that's no consolation and we are our own worst critics. I understand. That terrain was gnarly and scary for sure!
I give you hella props my brother. That shit hella looks squelchy as hell 🤣🤣.... 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Ya, was a bit sketchy with everything. I need to get back out and ride it again now
Wow epic riding! Few comments: On rock ledges, wind your bike up more at the bottom and use momentum and stored RPMs to get you over. Alot of those, by the time you are half way up the obstacle you are completely off the power. On steep downhills get your center of gravity as far back on the back of the bike as you can. Your rear brake pedal has to be set up to allow you to break when leaned back - which is why I have my rear brake set to engage with only a slight touch. Avoid taking your feet off the pegs at all cost on a downhill section. On tight stuff, up on the pegs and if you have to, paddle with one leg but keep the other leg weighted on the peg to keep traction. On steep stuff, if you spin out, keep your ass on the seat and shift as far back as you can before you start wheeli'ng - avoid pushing at all cost. Consider getting a trials bike to better your skills - alot of that terrain is a cake walk on a trials bike. Trials is alot slower so you can learn correct throttle-clutch-brake timing and body position (jap zaps, splats). You will also learn balance skills to help you keep your feet on the pegs and standing. The Ryan Young trials training (google it) videos are excellent - and all of these skills are transferable to your 300. With trials skills, you will look for other lines that many enduro riders don't take because they appear more difficult when in fact they are easier. Those crank case eating V grooved rock faces are a typical example where a trials guy will hit the vertical face of rock directly beside it and never take his feet off the pegs. Its literally wind up and just smash it, pull in the clutch as you are going up and then a bit of slippage as required to help you over. You are doing all the work in the approach, not during the obstacle.
It's an old video from a year ago. That bike was garbage, too
Thanks for the pointers, some good stuff
We have come a long way since this time and gotten a bike that runs well
Considering I think stuff is steep when it still looks flat on my GoPro this would have been gnarly and we'll beyond my capabilities. Thanks for sharing this.
Ya, this place is just scary. GoPro effect was happening and it still looks gnarly
Fantastic video and riding, mad props to you!!!
thanks
I too am just returning from a 10 year break in off-roading. Be on the lookout for a '20 FE 501s in SoCal and stop to say Hi!
@@AaLl-jw7ci that's awesome man. Have fun and be safe
LOVE YOUR VIDS MAN! Exposure just fucks with the mind, I live in the Rockies in BC Canada so I feel your pain hahaha
What a trail, thats awesome!
Been riding that area since the 80's. We call it Lone Tree canyon.If you ride all the way up the wash where they parked there's a single pine tree at the end. We usually come down the trail they went up. Had my son on that trail when he was 12.
That's awesome. Your kid must be one hell of a rider
@@EverySingleSunday He was .Later was Distrct 37 # 1 250 Rode worcs ,Best in the Desert Big 6 gp. Had bike & parts deal with KTM until he broke his back. That was the end of his racing but he's ok. What was really cool is at the top of the big mountain ( down aways & north of the last gully you were in) were two inverted coffee cans that hat a note book inside with a pencil. There were names & dates in there from the 60's, Malcom Smith ect. It was like the history of off road. Some asshole took it & replaced it with kids thermos with a new book. If you ever get there you'll find it in a pile rocks. Want a thrill ? Ride off the back side of the mountain, its straight down to the wash.
@@playdirt1 that's some crazy stuff. I'll have to keep an eye out for that stuff if I ever make it back out there.
never post locations on the internet, ladies.
Brutal! But, I think Im going to go for a quick ride this morning before work, because after seeing this, Im reminded....I suck. Im riding more and more difficult trails, and I want to do this, but I know I'd be petrified, and that dude holding everyone up. Good Stuff. BTW, Im a year and half back into riding after about a 15 year break.
The more you ride, the better you get. I like to work on balance and basic stuff a few times a week if I cant get out to ride
I had a day like you had I know how you felt, I busted both knees coming down a rock garden off a mountain in West Virginia and had to have my buddy ride my bike ( brand new te300 ) down for me, didn’t feel good seeing someone else ride my bike but then there were good days after that so I’m trying to forget about that bad day
Wow! I just started back riding after 10 years as well. But I'll be 62 in December. I must be crazy, But I'm up to it. I think. It comes back pretty quick...
*sigh* you guys with yer electric start and fuel injection make it look so easy...lol I got a cardio workout just watchin that bomb session..really enjoy yer rides thanks for sharing...and Bernie is a true inspiration for us old guys
Fuel injection is garbage....
Electric start is pure magic though.
And yes he is. Guy is amazing
That's a tough ride bud. Don't be to hard on yourself.
Thanks. We'll crush it next time
awesome video
how much did you learn?
you weren't holding the rest up because they all remember where they were.
won't take long and you'll be as good as them problem is they're getting better to.
awesome fun and a great way to get everything else out of your head.
It was almost a year ago. The top 2 guys are still a little better, but I'm right there now
I personally like every vid you do. Its all very honest and you are riding hard hills/Terrain and having fun. I would love to see a vid of you riding the new nuetech soft mousse on the back. Have you heard of the new shinco 520dc tire. see if you like it. might wear faster but looks great for all around riding.
I'm actually running that soft rear mousse and love it. Have had it for 2 or 3 rides and it's amazing. I have not heard of that tire
That's some gnarley terrain ... I would have shit myself. Props.
Best video I have seen in weeks...even months.
Thanks so much, really appreciate it
You're getting tons of comments but to add one more......I know when I film and rewatch, nothing really looks as steep as it felt, and in this video........IT LOOKED STEEP!! And treacherous. Can't imagine what it felt like to view it live. Really enjoyed the honest commentary. One of your best videos I've seen.
Ya, some if this stuff was just stupid m I went back and ride it again in another note recent video (Loop of Broken dreams)
Check it out
Every Single Sunday Will do!
I'm with you. My 2019 sucked so bad I went to a 350 for 20. Then heard everything was worked out with the f i so went back to the 300. The 20 is all there
WOW, great ride!
Thanks Doug
It doesn't matter what your skill level, we have all had a day like this.
bikes are tough... it why we love them
Hi, awesome terrain.. .. .. that tire and ktm made the ride extra hard.. ..
Ya, it was not my best decision. Now we have all those issues solved
The best part was your honesty about being nervous. Been in those situations before where the other guys knew the terrain and what was lurking around every corner or peak. Don't sweat it. That was some hairy stuff and you handled it well. Your bike though - the stall outs and no bottom end. I though you were riding a 450 for a while there and thought it was flaming out. Not trying to bash your bike, but I would be selling it if you plan on riding that slow technical stuff on a regular basis.
The bike seized up the next ride (18 hours on it) KTM "FIXED" it but it never got any better. I sold it and picked up a 18 and absolutely love the bike.
@@EverySingleSunday cool! Glad it worked out for you. You are going to be even better on that bike.
@@TorqueDorque new bike has been solid. Have about 80 hours on it already. It's a monster
30 years ago, I road that trail ONCE.( It was in much better shape too) I grew up not more than 50 miles from there. Have ridden all through that area. You did really good for someone with the issues you had. The question is, will you ever do it again? I didn't LOL
where is this, looks amazing!
Uhhh sketchy said in my head ,just a second before you said it! Haha
I hate that feeling -- the self-doubt, the "fuck, where's that happy-go-lucky, I got this, bounce through everything instinct when I need it," the self-flagellation, the "you had that, why'd you back off?" I ride my 950SE with the little bikes through trails that're sometimes so scary I form permanent fear creases on my face while grinding through them. And there are also those days when you're so off your game you actually need a dirtnap just to break the bullshit spell, and then you're OK for the day. It's nice when that fall isn't off a cliff though.
I think you road pretty great especially at 4:40 that was clean.
Much appreciated. I feel I'm a fairly good riding in the tech stuff. Just got in my head and had some mechanical issues this day
I know exactly where that is. It’s a challenge for sure but after the squid filter is some pretty awesome riding if you didn’t wear yourself out 😂✌️
Good stuff 👍
Man your rides are nail biters. Wish the camera would translate how steep the hills/mountains/rocks are. CEAZY!!!
Thanks Will. Ya, some are more than I care to remember. This was one of them
Dont beat yourself up mate everyone of us has days like this just back it off and stay safe just see that this was when you started back riding well done
yep, I need to get back out and smash this trail
Thanks 4putting the video out, shows how much you've progressed, have you gone back?
BTW would you be up to showing some newbies some local Murrieta or LE or Tem trails that are easy to med?
My bike isn't street legal really. So not sure where we'd go that we could ride to. The Farm was good but it's pretty gnarly and not noob friendly.
@@EverySingleSunday my bike isnt street legal either, would just put it on back of truck, what about the lake elsinore video you put out but without all the knar
@@justicebdone7 at that point it's just fire roads. Also, nowhere to really park out there now. Let's chat in a month or so once it cools off again. Supposed to get hot again this week
@@EverySingleSunday copy that
This is probably how everyone feels the first time. I have never ridden anything like this, mostly eastern woods a couple mud puddles.
Live to ride another day i say.love the openness or the grueling ride.but i bet it made you a better rider for it.ride on.
I tend to overthink when I'm riding, I love it but the people I ride with have more experience than me and I end up thinking What If, the dreaded what if? So one morning my buddy says drink this and hands me a beer, it must be ten in the morning but he insists so I say what the hell and down it goes. I'm not going to say I rode any better that day but I thought about it a lot less and it felt amazing. It's hard to pull yourself back from overthinking as it seems to add on top of itself but your choices are to ride through it or go back to the truck, and I hate going back to the truck so I'd rather crash and learn than give up and wonder What If.
Amazing what bike's can do when ridden by 70 year old experts. Awesome footage - I bet you're a better rider now
Ive defiantly gotten better. And yes, Bernie is crazy for his age. Actually 60, my mistake