I did this Xterra and to my surprise actually saw Eric out pre-riding the trails. Oak Mountain is a fantastic venue for an off road triathlon, can't wait to do it again next year!
I’m LOVING this content, was big into MTB before Ironman and really want to get into the XTerra vibe. Best wishes, looking forward to the journey with this. 😺🤙🏽
ooof. Tough luck Eric. Love the story arc and video vibe as this played out, how it turned around from the dark dim lighting of the van post race to the insane sky in Idaho. nice work man.
What a fantastic video, today, Eric. Well, they are all very good, but some stand out just a tad more, as we say over this side of the pond. Heaven knows how you shoot, and edit and always add appropriate music over your bike segments, whether on the road or increasingly on the mountain bike. It's always a learning curve, with new race experiences, but I am sure you can only get better, at Xterra. Great work as always. Stay safe both, see you err both next week? Much love from the UK.
I raced few years XC MTB and did some XTerra, typical to see something you don’t want to hit and focus on it.... to finish hitting it. What I learned is that you go towards whatever you look at, so better not look at what you want to avoid hitting but rather where you want your wheel to go. I learned that the hard way too.... Good luck on your next one Eric!
This excellent video is packed with good footage and a great story. I especially like the footage of you and your friend riding in Idaho, and my favorite part was the cat. Thank you Eric!
Love Oak Mountain. I used my first set of clipless pedals there 20 years ago and paid for it dearly on one of those skinny wood bridges! There is some technical stuff that most people probably wouldn't expect plus the greenery of Alabama is cool. A little different from the openness of Idaho for sure.
Man, so disappointing. I can't show enough appreciation for you sharing the highs and lows. It is exciting to hear your excitement for what is next! Keep going!!
I do 70.3 and full IM, but I just love mt biking so much. So far I refuse to race x-terra because I want to keep mt biking fun and free, like your ride in Idaho.... but now you put that bug in my head. Keep pushing Eric, it will go your way very soon.
Urgh, this one hurt. I've been in that same position more times than I care to remember. If I race my best and get my butt kicked, I don't mind, but if I don't get the chance to do my best race . . . it eats at me!
Looks like it a was a great ride despite the punctured tire. Arkansas is really coming into its own in mountain biking and has some cool rides. I can’t imagine we won’t see more triathlons there in the future.
Good vid Eric, bummer outcome but the positive is no broken bones/teeth. Sounds like you're stoked and want to give Xterra a decent shot. Perhaps it's time to invest in a bike with "bomb proof" tires??
Well , somewhere between the lines , I hear luck of experience riding MTB. Why none of the top riders got a flat but you? Good try next time will be better. Lesson learned
Brad Weiss actually double flatted but was able to fix both. I definitely need more experience, but this is also supposed to be the most technical course in the US, so trial by fire.
Seeing Eric on a mountain bike just looks right.
My heart dropped when I read about the result last week. Keep at it! You gotta have some good luck headed your way.
I did this Xterra and to my surprise actually saw Eric out pre-riding the trails. Oak Mountain is a fantastic venue for an off road triathlon, can't wait to do it again next year!
I’m LOVING this content, was big into MTB before Ironman and really want to get into the XTerra vibe. Best wishes, looking forward to the journey with this. 😺🤙🏽
ooof. Tough luck Eric. Love the story arc and video vibe as this played out, how it turned around from the dark dim lighting of the van post race to the insane sky in Idaho. nice work man.
Going rowing! I’ll tune in after! Love you guys.
What a fantastic video, today, Eric. Well, they are all very good, but some stand out just a tad more, as we say over this side of the pond. Heaven knows how you shoot, and edit and always add appropriate music over your bike segments, whether on the road or increasingly on the mountain bike. It's always a learning curve, with new race experiences, but I am sure you can only get better, at Xterra. Great work as always. Stay safe both, see you err both next week? Much love from the UK.
About those songs, what is that last one, any idea? Both Google and Shazam did not catch it and I love it.
Great video as always 👍 Excited to see more cross trail triathlons.
I raced few years XC MTB and did some XTerra, typical to see something you don’t want to hit and focus on it.... to finish hitting it. What I learned is that you go towards whatever you look at, so better not look at what you want to avoid hitting but rather where you want your wheel to go. I learned that the hard way too.... Good luck on your next one Eric!
been on the bobsled trail in slc many times. great ride
This excellent video is packed with good footage and a great story. I especially like the footage of you and your friend riding in Idaho, and my favorite part was the cat. Thank you Eric!
Happy to see you ENJOYING racing. That’s what it’s about.
Was great seeing you at Oak Mountain and hope to see you at another XTERRA soon!
Love your excitement level! And the footage of your ride in Idaho was stunning.
Great video. IM finisher here, training for my first Xterra.
Xterra Brazil
Good to see on the mtb I’m feeling more of the same lately
That was a throwback to the early days Eric video! 👍
Love Oak Mountain. I used my first set of clipless pedals there 20 years ago and paid for it dearly on one of those skinny wood bridges! There is some technical stuff that most people probably wouldn't expect plus the greenery of Alabama is cool. A little different from the openness of Idaho for sure.
Looks like a fun event ...great locations....you didn't film the trails at the end with one hand did you? Looks amazing
Man, so disappointing. I can't show enough appreciation for you sharing the highs and lows. It is exciting to hear your excitement for what is next! Keep going!!
Man you look like a natural on a MTB! Hope to see more of you on off road!
I do 70.3 and full IM, but I just love mt biking so much. So far I refuse to race x-terra because I want to keep mt biking fun and free, like your ride in Idaho.... but now you put that bug in my head. Keep pushing Eric, it will go your way very soon.
Top notch editing ! Keep up the good work !
Urgh, this one hurt. I've been in that same position more times than I care to remember. If I race my best and get my butt kicked, I don't mind, but if I don't get the chance to do my best race . . . it eats at me!
The team! Keep rocking dudes!
Great vlog Eric. Looks exciting! 🙏
Wow, amazing places to ride! Lucky boy!!🤩🤩
You should consider doing some of the major gravel events. Loved the video
Hi from Albuquerque, NM!!!! Cool rides👍, Have a WONDERFUL WEEK!!!
Hi from Pueblo of Acoma...go Native triathletes!
Sorry your race didn't go to plan. Great video.....great music. Thanks.
Epic racing Eric until the mechanical crashed the party😢 great to see you so stoked to race , awesome edit as always.
You may be unhappy with the race, but the resultant video is amazing. One of the best.
Eric you give good Karma. The Universe will return it in full force! Mahalo.
Looks like it a was a great ride despite the punctured tire. Arkansas is really coming into its own in mountain biking and has some cool rides. I can’t imagine we won’t see more triathlons there in the future.
Amazing stuff. It's good to see Eric so excited
That nighttime riding was pretty gnarly!
Great video keep pushing it’s going to happen....
Really enjoyed this! Bad luck about the tyre - it’ll be great to see what you can do next time.
Ah man what a pity! Next time will be better! Love seeing you on a mountain bike!
Im happy to see you happy
Good luck next time, I’m looking forward to see you excel some races!!!
The landscaping of MTB is amazing, but still find the speed of road/TT better!
Narley! Hi Paula and Finn! Slainte!
Way to be! Win overall.
Awesome footing
Coolest triathlete on the planet 😎🌎
Sick!
Good vid Eric, bummer outcome but the positive is no broken bones/teeth. Sounds like you're stoked and want to give Xterra a decent shot. Perhaps it's time to invest in a bike with "bomb proof" tires??
Poo happens man keep the chin up, positive mindset, back into the next training block and onto the next race.
No clip on aero bars?!?! 😂🤜
What a great song! Does anyone the song? It's probably from some royalty free page. thanks
What about the MasterSpas?
Currently unable to find an electrician with availability to hook it up :(
💩 happens man keep the chin up, positive mindset, back into the next training block and onto the next race.
Sometimes thems be the shakes my dude. You’ll get em next time. Keep rolling, avoid the rocks.
where was paula....?
inner tube?
Where can I find the soundtrack to each video?
Exactly! I also want to know! I tried Shazam on the first song but no result! 😅
❤
Idaho is beautiful.
Eric you got the Off Road Bug, yeap I see it
You looked at it so much that you ended up hitting it. Look at where you want to go, not at where you are going.
that xterra page 404s
The risk of a light weight XC tire.
Well just like Thomas Pidcock... just a bit slower. But you are much more born for MTB
Yay,,,you can do tires, or,,,my trick, you hit what you look at, next time do not look at sharp rock:)
Bad “Juju” happens when you trim your number… ;)
Well , somewhere between the lines , I hear luck of experience riding MTB. Why none of the top riders got a flat but you? Good try next time will be better. Lesson learned
Brad Weiss actually double flatted but was able to fix both. I definitely need more experience, but this is also supposed to be the most technical course in the US, so trial by fire.
💩 happens man keep the chin up, positive mindset, back into the next training block and onto the next race.