Thanks!!

Yes I have and I love it… I haven’t been able to get out this season yet though… I’ll be back at it come February

​@@Jbpuff76 Awesome!!! Hope you upload more videos, these are giving me motivation hahah!

No problem!! Hope you enjoyed them!!

That’s a bummer to hear… I haven’t been on the bike back home since December. They were still in decent shape then… Dry conditions and folks skidding are detrimental in just about every trail system I’ve ridden from the SW to the PNW and back… When I do move back home, I’d definitely love to do some work parties on our trails and help maintain them… I know Fat Tire Society does a bit. But the trails can definitely use some more love all around

Thank you so much!!

I haven’t explored Rainer a whole lot, but from what I have, it’s definitely a favorite!! The views are amazing!

Oh man… I’m sure it could. Couple of rough rough section you’d need to go slow on, but for the most part I think it could be done. I’ll have to try it on my Gravel bike if your going to try it lol. Why not.

Curious if your talking about this UW Video or the I5 Colonnade Video?? UW isn’t a Mountain Biking destination, so wouldn’t make sense for them to have floodlights. As for the Colonnade, all of the jumps and obstacles were built for more Intermediate to Advanced riders, without keeping in mind beginners. also the Colonnade was one of the first big Evergreen MtB Alliance projects, which led to Duthie, which is the perfect place for any skill level to learn and progress. Advanced Riders got tired of riding the same ol stuff, beginner riders couldn’t ride anything there, then the place gotten forgotten about, so there was no need to add floodlights to an unused area. However, Evergreen is working on getting funding and grants to improve the Colonnade and make it more beginner friendly. Supposed to be getting a paved pumptrack as well.

@@Jbpuff76 Ah...my bad I meant to post this on the Colonnade video! But I hear you. Not super beginner friendly except for some small sections. Hopefully it keeps getting some attention.

@@jetli626 it’s supposed to. Not too sure when work is gonna start up again… for awhile there was work parties twice a week during the winter and Rainey season. I used to go about once a week. Was fun… Once it stopped, it kind of got thrashed again unfortunately

Not gonna lie, it’s a hell of a drive from ABQ for what it is… That being said, it’s one of the best spots in Northern NM for winter riding. You could easily put in 15-20 miles of XC here, maybe a little less if you don’t know the trail… even though Trailforks and MTB Project only show 1/3rd of the map, I highly suggest using one of those apps don’t get the basics of the trail. The main loop is only about 3 miles long. But there currently 4 trails that crisscross from the north to south side. Riding all 4 will get you to about 9 miles. The NE of the Main Loop has 4 mini “Ridge Rides” all 4 are super fun and dump you into an arroyo. Follow the tire tracks/trail back to the main loop… no real wrong way, but if you get mixed up in the arroyo and head West you’ll come out in Arroyo Seco. Just turn around and and follow the trail/tracks back to the main loop. Off the NW Corner of the Main Loop, which is my favorite for quick rides, is Richards, the Dump Loop(called North Arroyo Loop on the apps) and Castle Rock. Less exciting then the “mini ridge” rides, but super fun!! Especially Richards Ave, which is way funner downhill, but a fun climb up if you wanna climb it. If you want more after that, less traveled is the east side across the road. Equal parts Singletrack/double track. Best views in the entire area!!

I grew up 10 minutes away in Chimayo, but I’m currently living in Seattle, otherwise I would gladly show you around the area. In case you didn’t wanna make the drive, you also have the ABQ Foothills, Placitas, White Mesa (gets really muddy at the bottom when it has been wet, Galisteo & La Tierra closer to you if your coming from ABQ. Both Low land trail networks. For the most part, if any of those have Snow, Nambe Badlands will as well. Good way to gauge if it’s worth it to go for you or not.

@Puff's World thanks for the info Puff. I've pretty much ridden all he stuff in and around Albuquerque. Lately with the snow it's mostly been Placitas, White Ridge and Foothills so sas checking go see what else is out there. One of these days I'll give it a try maybe make a trip out of it. If you come back in town, you gotta go back to Glorietta (saw your videos from there) and hit their new lines they made two. Chips and Salsa is insane, 10x better than Hole Mole although Holly Molly is always a good one minus that Snack Pack Climb. Lol. Climbing Cairn Me Up to Chips and Salsa is such a better climb and leaves you with the energy to do 2 rounds of up and down. Cheers man!! Thanks for the DL about Nambe. Didn't know it existed until I ran into this video.

@@2Philthy I’ll be back home this fall for 2 weeks to a month, depending on work… Henry and Teddy have been putting some serious work at Glorieta, I’ll definitely be riding there… Chips n Salsa, Alamosa Vista, Lost Lake, Pajarito and the Caldera Crest Trail are all on my list to hit. Los Lake especially!! I’m always too out of shape, or visiting home at the wrong time. That’s my #1 trail to hit this year!!!

@Puff's World good to know some of those trails you listed man!! I'll keep those in mind when it's time to hit it hard again. They are making an extension to Challenge trail in the east part of Sandias, so instead of 4.2 miles down its gona be 10! Supposed to be open this summer, gona be awesome. My list of trails I haven't hit is 30 Acre Wood, Chili Dog, Jgged Axe at Glorietta (I usually stick to flow trails), the Winsor, Cedar Creek downhill in Ruidoso and shuttle the rim in cloudcroft. Hopefully I can fit all those in. Lol. Couple guys I work with might be making a trip to do the Whole Enchilada so we'll see what happens with that. . .

I haven’t gone out since it snowed, but even then it was just a dusting, and I’d imagine it’s running great. Not as many shady spots like La Tierra. I’ve heard La Tierra is running, but muddy in spots, and the trash pit it is out of commission till it drys… As far as Nambe, the classic route is to figure 8 the Main West Loop ( basically riding the perimeter with the fast flowy Nambe DH is your middle trail… there’s 4 newer trails connecting the Fence line(South Perimeter) to the north Perimeter. Riding any of the 4 will be funner DH north to south, with some techy climbing going South to North… Off the North Perimeter towards the West side, where Vista View is, there is I believe 4 different Ridge trails. All are super fun and kick you out at the same arroyo, making it fairly easy to make your way back, and lap all 4 in a single ride. Continuing to the North East of the Main West Loop (the classic Perimeter), there’s 3 trails breaking off north, and this is where you’ll find Richards Ave, the Dump loop, Castle Rock, and a couple other mini loops… highly suggest riding down Richards, super fun!! This I believe is where the chance of seeing the most snow is… Once you’ve explored all that, there’s some fun trails with a gorgeous view on the other side of the road. I’d imagine, that would have to be another day though. That side can be its own day in it self

I personally prefer to ride the Main west Loop (perimeter trail) CCW, warm up on the Dump Loop, climb up Richards, ride down the Nambe DH back to the fence line. Continue on the main west loop till I get to the ridges. Ride 2 or 3 of them. And then end with weather the Nambe DH->fence line back… or Richards->Castle Rock->main west loop CW back to parking. Wish I had some time to show you around, but I’m heading out of town today. Have fun out there!! It’s a blast

@@Jbpuff76 Amazing, thank you for the info!

@@Jbpuff76 thanks for the tips! hmu when you're back

The closet spot for me, so I night ride there often. No problems with the dip at night, what gets me is the Rock roll at night. Its a scary run up in the dark ha ha

Such an awesome spot!!! I wish I lived closer so I could ride it more!!

So much fun!! I’m out of them right now otherwise I’d offer to show you around. Yo s of great trails in the area as well. Your gonna love it

Correct!! There’s a Ridge on both sides. Clockwise is the funnest, and you end up riding down Dragons Back. I believe on Trailforks they call the climb back White Ridge Trail A

Nambe Badlands West Parking on Trailforks www.trailforks.com/goto/poi/34662/ Think parking lot link off Trailforks. If you download the Trailforks appt, or AllTrails app, it’ll show you the maps of the trail system. The “Dump Loop” is called the North Loop on the maps…

Hell yeah!!! Come winter, it’s crazy as hell for night riding as well lol

Yeah buddy!!!

I wish I lived closer!! Tapeworm is awesome!!

It’s such a beautiful campus!! Reminds me of Hogwarts ha ha

@@Jbpuff76 I'm flying home on the 25th. Have plans to go hit tapeworm for the first time. You wanna meet up? I'll be taking the bus over half way from the UW district

@@jasonallen7779 I’ll definitely try my best to make it!! We have a 13 day year old newborn. So as long as mama gives me the ok, I’m in!!

@@Jbpuff76 oh dam becoming a big daddy is important. Good luck

Really awesome area!! Worth checking out. It can get spicy in the rain with slippery roots

Agreed, Dogpatch is sick a steep and Janky trail lol… Pajarito is on another level

Thanks for checking it out!!

@@Jbpuff76 yeah I been checking out trail riding videos for Seattle area I find your about the best. I just purchased a new specialized Elite Rockhopper Mountain Bike and want to go trail riding. I've already rode out to discovery park which was a nice ride but no trails to shred on there.

@@jasonallen7779 that’s awesome!! If you ever wanna go for a ride, I ride with a Facebook Group called the PNW Brew Crew. We get together weekly for group rides. If your ever interested.

@@Jbpuff76 yeah that's cool. I'll check it out. I live in Seattle Wallingford neighborhood. I'm thinking about buying a Trek Carbon fiber bike. But bikes are on backorder from shortage

Sure is!! A Santa Cruz Hightower… the folks at Melo Velo in Santa Fe built it up for me… I’ve been putting in some tough miles on the back… Everything form White Mesa, Angel Fire, to the loam stuff in the PNW where in currently living. It’s an amazing bike.

So many… Tapeworm, Big Finn Hill, St Edwards, I5 Colonnade, Japanese Gultch, Grand Ridge, Duthie, Tokul, Tiger Mtn, Raging River, Ollalie… If your on Facebook, join the PNW Mountain Bikers group for bro everything MTBing on the area. Also download Trailforks and you’ll be able to see all the trail systems in the area!!

Haven’t been in about a month… would be willing to go check it out with you if you’d like… o have a buddy that’s been going there almost every week

That’s awesome!! Such a fun spot in the city!!!

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Y’all ain’t ready for it

Ala vay. I’ll try and visit next time wenos…

Hell yeah!! Can’t wait to get back to AF

Those trails are still alive and thriving!! One of the funnest places, and so close to the city.

Thanks for watching!! Glad you enjoyed… I wish I had more time and energy to put towards videos… also a whole lot I don’t know being a transplant to the area. Such an amazing place though.

Thanks brother!!

So much fun!!!

Good times!!! Hope there’s trails when I get back and we can get session in!!

How’s it going Zach!! To tell the truth I’m not too sure what trails E-Bikes are “Legal” on… but I’ve seen E-Bikes at every single trail system up and down the I90 Corridor. I’m sure you’d be ok most places, except for the occasional person it upsets… But also another you can try is going on TrailForks and setting the Map to E-Bike. That’ll show you all the E-Bike trails

@@Jbpuff76 cool thanks. I'm going to try swan creek soon.

@@Zackattack94 nice!! That’s an awesome place to ride… I’ve only been once, but had a great time!!! I been told the Community Center is the best place to park. Just a heads up.

@@Jbpuff76 thanks 🤙

Yo!! I been back since mid October… was trying to ride the jumps at green lake yesterday lol… let’s get a ride in!!

Thanks!! I’m glad you enjoyed it!! Some of those shots were rough to get on my own. Luckily my Gf stopped by and took some clips for me. Her help really made all the difference

Hola primo!! Mi espanol es no bueno… Hablo espanol poqito… Tu hablas ingles?? How it going man!!! When you coming to Seattle?? I might be able to show you around some trails

Fruita is on My Bucket List!! I’ll definitely try to stop there next fall on my annual road trip back home… and yes I’m already back in the PNW. I live and work in Seattle!! How about yourself??

@@Jbpuff76 Nice! I’m just down the road in Tacoma actually.

@@p.shindig nice!!! I’ve ridden Swan Creek and BDOS once. I need to get back out there for a ride… we should definitely link up for a ride sometime!!

@@Jbpuff76 I haven’t been to BDOS yet, but go to Swan regularly. I’ve recently started checking out 360 by Gig Harbor too. Yeah let’s link up!

Thanks man!! Such an awesome spot… it’s a pretty big rush, like bmxing was when we were younger

Let’s give it a go brotha!!! Papa Mtz will make an appearance next week!!

Thanks brotha!!!