Can Anyone Race The Megavalanche?
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@CostinMBR
@CostinMBR Күн бұрын
Is this Afan trail center?
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Күн бұрын
No it’s Afan masts which is just next door to the trail centre. No marked trails but they are all on trailforks. Much techier trails
@gazz169
@gazz169 2 күн бұрын
Nice, Gully trail @ Afan Masts
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Күн бұрын
Such a good trail!
@markcarruthers9247
@markcarruthers9247 6 күн бұрын
Looks 5 star out there bei. ✊️
@wayneholford9796
@wayneholford9796 7 күн бұрын
Thanks for bringing us this vid, gives me some much needed inspiration 👍🇬🇧
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 6 күн бұрын
Glad to hear it! Th is for tuning in 👍
@paulmaxey73
@paulmaxey73 7 күн бұрын
Looks like a great set up ideal for some winter riding 👌
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 6 күн бұрын
Yeah it really is, riding is great too….. completely different style to anything you’d get in the Uk/Alps
@tomek6481
@tomek6481 15 күн бұрын
Stay safe Jamie ! All bike parts heavy duty 😅 nice !
@wendysquire9414
@wendysquire9414 22 күн бұрын
Great videos and information on the trails 😊👏👏
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 22 күн бұрын
You’re welcome Wendy! Thanks for watching 👍
@CM9999999999
@CM9999999999 24 күн бұрын
Morzine is one of the worst imho. Verbier and alpes D’huez are the best
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 22 күн бұрын
It’s definitely got its good and bad points, still a great place to ride although it does have a bit of a theme park feel to it these days. Alpe d Huez keeps growing on me, so much riding in the area, does lack a bit of atmosphere though outside of the Megavalanche. Verbier sounds mint….. people keep saying how good it is….. must get there someday
@CM9999999999
@CM9999999999 22 күн бұрын
@@MtbTrailHubverbier is great. Top tip. Stay at the campsite up the valley and they give you a voucher that gets you half price lift passes. If there is 2 or more of you the saving is more than the cost of the campsite
@hbguitar
@hbguitar 27 күн бұрын
Would love to do this/ starting this year to ramp up my MTB riding. Can ordinary people do this?
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 22 күн бұрын
Hi, yes absolutely…. Don’t get me wrong, it’s full on riding and as hard as you want it to be in terms of how hard you push yourself for a result. But there are 3 separate races depending on your skill level. I also made another video about this topic which might help you out…..kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3fRp6edhbCjfpYsi=znUrXULB1RTINWiD
@parkinkevin
@parkinkevin Ай бұрын
Great video. Thank you!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 29 күн бұрын
You’re welcome, I hope it helps 👍
@Quedz9
@Quedz9 Ай бұрын
Makes me never want to do it 😂
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Haha, In all fairness these are the sketchiest moments i've had across 3 years of racing it....
@robertspill4024
@robertspill4024 Ай бұрын
almost makes me want to do it again 🥵
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
You'll have to do it again someday... you need redemption!
@FlyingMeta
@FlyingMeta Ай бұрын
Frothing for it! See ya there🔥
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Yeah bwoy! Get a new chain on there and we'll see you on the start line!
@wayneholford9796
@wayneholford9796 Ай бұрын
Look absolutely bat shit crazy Fair play my man , I’d never have the fitness to do that, And I’d definitely lose my shit with some of the overtakes 😂the moto x elbows would be out and seeking immediate redemption 😅
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
It can be pretty mental, I was seeing red after one of those overtakes. That reminds me... I still owe him one! haha They also have an ebike race if you're legs aren't up to it!
@seanware4640
@seanware4640 Ай бұрын
It’s fucking twrch chhhhhhhh lol
@sandy_knight
@sandy_knight Ай бұрын
2 questions/suggestions regards the Alps: 1. Have you ever considered doing trips based around Chamonix? Having lived out there for nearly 18 years (until Brexit!) I know there's not a huge bike park but there's at least 3 days of riding to be done in the valley, Les Houches, Le Tour/Vallorcine and I can think of a good day's worth of trailforks riding. However, transfers from Geneva are easy and you're also only 1.5hrs from the Portes du Soleil and the same from the Aosta valley/Pila so IMHO it's a great centre to base yourself around. 2. Does anyone out there do (or can you arrange) e-bike battery hire? (asking for a friend who would rather fly out). I have googled but without much luck and I'm surprised the resort bike shops aren't cashing in, surely there's some demand. There's obviously a lot of brands/batteries you could potentially stock but I'd have thought they could cover the top 5 brands at least.
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Chamonix has never been on my radar but you make some really good points, It would take some research but it sounds like it ticks lots of boxes over there! Thanks, I appreciate your insight. In terms of ebike batteries, this is something i've also wondered about. I think for the cost of a battery and the amount of stock you'd have to hold and the amount you could charge per day just wouldn't make sense from a business point of view. I suppose it's easier to rent the bike and charge double what you could for the battery? We will see how this plays out as ebikes become more popular in the Alps. Thanks for your comment
@charleswhite7612
@charleswhite7612 Ай бұрын
I’m in the PNW, USA. I’ve really enjoyed your videos, especially around Passé du Porte’, Morzine, Swiss Nat’l, etc. I watch them 4 days a week during spin class to escape the boredom of spin class. Ha. I’d love to make it back over there and take one of your tours.Someday.👍😉
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Hey Charles, So I can thank you for all my KZbin ad revenue then! haha Thanks for your continued viewership, keep grinding..... not long until spring and then that spin bike can get put away! I hope to catch up with you some day!
@charleswhite7612
@charleswhite7612 27 күн бұрын
@ I would like that. Best of luck with your guided tour endeavors.👍😉
@charleswhite7612
@charleswhite7612 27 күн бұрын
@ HAHa! I would like that. And best of luck with your guided tour endeavors.👍😉
@AgentStrife
@AgentStrife Ай бұрын
Is everything there avoidable if your riding with someone who doesn’t ride as much
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Yeah I'd say so, It's only on the techier red trails like roots manoeuvres things can get a bit spicy. Stick to the easier reds and almost everything is rollable at the right speed. Have a blast, Thanks for tuning in!
@deanallan48
@deanallan48 Ай бұрын
Great footage, well done!! “On your inside”…on a straight section of trail 😂
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Cheers Dean, It was absolute chaos in this one.... I think I even had a little laugh in the helmet when that little exchange went down... haha
@callumyoung7785
@callumyoung7785 Ай бұрын
Always loved your videos over the years since your bulltrack video 6 years ago. Definitely the best channel for getting an understanding of a location. Keep it up!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Cheers for tuning in over the years Callum! Really appreciate the kind words.... I must get back up to the BullTrack in the Spring to see what's new up there! Seeyou out there! Thanks for watching
@streetpigeonmtb
@streetpigeonmtb Ай бұрын
Amazing that you've managed to progress the vids into a proper business. Nothing but respect. KZbin is so time consuming. Well done man.
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Cheers Jamie, Well done with the progress on your channel too! Yeah it's been very consuming and difficult to build up the travel side to the business, the youtube channel has taken the sidelines and slowly declined since I stopped posting regularly. Nothing worth having comes easy though... Lets grab a pint when I'm next in the Tweed Valley!
@streetpigeonmtb
@streetpigeonmtb Ай бұрын
@MtbTrailHub for sure buddy. That'd be great 👍
@rascott1970
@rascott1970 Ай бұрын
Hope that guy stopped rolling down the hillside at some point
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Rumour has it he’s very dizzy and still rolling! 😂
@paulmaxey73
@paulmaxey73 Ай бұрын
Nice one Jamie..your trips are excellent keep up the good work and chase the dream. And let the good times Roll best wishes Paul.
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Thanks mate, you know it 🤙🏼 Thanks for being a part of it from the beginning! Catch up soon 👍
@ghalltn6
@ghalltn6 Ай бұрын
Beautiful on the Down there Jamie, glad it's going well for you.
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Thanks, yeah there is some lovely sun sets up there. Thanks for your support
@johns9974
@johns9974 Ай бұрын
Your trail checks are great, Jamie. French Alps tour is superb enjoyed it two years on the trot. See you at the Mega in 2025.🎉
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Thanks John, it's always a good time having you join us on a trip, many good laughs and good trails ahead!
@mash661
@mash661 Ай бұрын
Legend!! Awesome to hear that things are shifting towards the dream. Keep at it mate, always loved your content and know you'll get there!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind words and for tuning in over the years! See you out there...
@wayneholford9796
@wayneholford9796 Ай бұрын
Nice one 👍
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Cheers Wayne
@JasonChambersPhoto
@JasonChambersPhoto Ай бұрын
Your videos were awesome buddy, I’ll keep my eye out on your trips.
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Cheers Jason, more videos and trips to come next year! thanks for tuning in
@JasonChambersPhoto
@JasonChambersPhoto Ай бұрын
@ Top man 😉
@MivecGPX
@MivecGPX 2 ай бұрын
Top, top description of that centre, delivered in a very watchable style - keep these videos coming!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Thanks for your appreciation! Glad you liked it!
@Gupe-one-yolk
@Gupe-one-yolk 2 ай бұрын
Where can I find more information about Austrian mountain bike trails I can't find anything on your website
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Hi, I have multiple guided video tours on this KZbin channel, we've ridden and reveiwed Leogang, Salbach and Schladming. hopefully that will give you a bit more of an idea.
@Gupe-one-yolk
@Gupe-one-yolk 2 ай бұрын
Hi Lads, Where can I get one of that Gravity Card. I cant find the link you mentioned in the video.
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Hi again, check out this link where you can buy a pass. www.gravity-card.com/?lang=en
@inteDK
@inteDK 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the thoughts :)… only been riding for a year… guess I’ll wait until 2026… my brain says 2025 because I’m born optimistic 😅
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
You're welcome, it's possible but maybe not advised! haha
@pace_tracker
@pace_tracker 2 ай бұрын
These videos come to my sleep! Man been there only snowboarding. So good videos and I get a very good view of the area! Man those feature are scary! Should not be a problem if I get the speed correct.
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Glad to help, speed is your friend! see you out there!
@krisschmitt4146
@krisschmitt4146 2 ай бұрын
Looks ropey
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
yeah It's pretty sketchy in places
@hollenbeck2nowhere
@hollenbeck2nowhere 3 ай бұрын
This video is still relevant today. Thank you
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
Happy to help! 👍
@Hyakman5408
@Hyakman5408 3 ай бұрын
Yes, anyone can do this event... assuming you can afford the kind of bike that is best for this type of race. I've got some savings to compile 😀
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Absolutely !
@Yvesfrenchtouch
@Yvesfrenchtouch 3 ай бұрын
Is it possible with an Emtb ? What bike do you recommend ? 😅
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub Ай бұрын
Yes absolutely, ebikes can be pretty handy around this part of the Alps as there are so many enduro trails which have short flat sections or uphills. The ideal bike for Les Arcs would be a mid travel enduro but riding the ebike would be no problem.
@Surfersofthesouthwest
@Surfersofthesouthwest 4 ай бұрын
The fenicular goes to 1600
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for clearing this up, my mistake
@jetrusty
@jetrusty 4 ай бұрын
Flat pedals save your money for going to the hospital.thats all i need😂
@CostinMBR
@CostinMBR 4 ай бұрын
Did you qualify or not?
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
Yeah, qualified mid pack for the main race
@Phil_Rudland
@Phil_Rudland 4 ай бұрын
I don't get why the qualifier is a small gap jump, that then rolls into two much bigger road gap jumps?! Bit misleading?!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
I think it's because the start of the trail is so flat there is no speed for a bigger gap.
@kirkpeddicord5833
@kirkpeddicord5833 4 ай бұрын
Outstanding!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
Cheers Kirk, could have done without the crashes but we'll take it!
@Speckledhen09
@Speckledhen09 5 ай бұрын
great video!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in, glad you enjoyed it!
@BohemianCloud35
@BohemianCloud35 5 ай бұрын
The megavalanche is a top of the list item on my bucket list for sure, it looks like a total blast!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
It's a proper bucket list event for sure, once you've done it then you'll want to do it again but better! a very moreish race! haha
@phillprice5225
@phillprice5225 5 ай бұрын
You start the video by skidding up a beloved beauty spot… what a tool.
@mr.sandman4172
@mr.sandman4172 5 ай бұрын
I learned almost nothing about trail forks in this video but I saw some pretty cool jumps lol
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
The video is'nt a tutorial about how to use Trailforks......just the trails which are on the app at Surrey Hills!
@Yvesfrenchtouch
@Yvesfrenchtouch 5 ай бұрын
Interesting ! Do you have good easy tracks for beginners in Les arcs ? I’m coming last week of August ! I have a orbea Rise carbon
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
There are some really nice blue trails here and even the reds are fairly friendly and rollable. The enduro style trails are also good for all abilities. I hope you have a great time!
@serchsource8744
@serchsource8744 6 ай бұрын
70 percent conditions.....30 percent skills!!
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
You're crazy if you think that's true......It's a gnarly race with some tricky sections
@JP1THUG
@JP1THUG 6 ай бұрын
An emotional roller coaster. Well done man... what tyre choice did you go for?
@MtbTrailHub
@MtbTrailHub 3 ай бұрын
Yeah tell me about it! haha It always is at this race! I stuck to my ole faithful tyre selection..... Maxxis minion front DH casing with inserts. Not let me down yet!
@tomek6481
@tomek6481 6 ай бұрын
😁👍🏻