I wish I had flat pedals for this crazy stuff 🇺🇸 50 STATE SHRED: UTAH

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I finally went on a ride where flat pedals would have been better. I have NEVER second-guessed my decision to ride with clipless pedals, but this ride finally made me think about it. I never have a problem getting out of the pedals, but getting BACK IN was really rough on these trails and kept me from being able to string together features.
No way I ever switch to flats, but it’s nice to actually see they have a purpose!
• Bike Sleep Repeat's version of the ride on KZbin: • FLYING MONKEY WITH BKX...
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[@BikeSleepRepeat]

Thanks for coming to southern Utah and letting me show you around. Such a good day! 🤙

[@chameleonpogono]

If I can get a buddy to come down with me, and have the Mrs. let me spend the whole day down there, would be fun to ride Zen with you.

[@BikeSleepRepeat]

Staying Active R A Warrior ya, let me know!

[@joemiltenberger8892]

What trails did ride to connect to grafton DH? I'll be there riding 7th-9th..looks killer, I did flying monkey and Kong couple weeks ago..had a blast now I got to go back and hit some other stuff

[@BikeSleepRepeat]

Joe Miltenberger we rode show me the money to more money to grafton Dh. Lots of fun! Show me the money and more money have some punchy tech climbs mixed in, so not all straight dh. 🤙

[@joemiltenberger8892]

Cool thanks a lot!

[@benjaminbrown5306]

My ancestors helped settle Grafton. Two where killed in an attack by local natives during the "Indian Wars". They are buried there in the tiny Grafton cemetery. Cool side note, they filmed the scene from Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid where they are riding around on the bicycle right there! You were basically at the scene of one of the most iconic biking moments in history!

[@carlosgomezzzzzzz]

My grandfather became a mormon after being catholic/agnostic most of his life, when he passed away we gave him a mormon funeral as it was his wish, the funeral was so beautiful and comforting, it made us feel a little less sad knowing that he was a part of that community and they loved him as much as we his family loved him, they talked about the times they spent time with him helping our town

[@brandony1711]

As a fan of random ass history... I really appreciate and enjoy your little history lessons! Thanks and keep it up 🤙🏽

[@davidpeck596]

I am not a Mormon. I live in Arizona. My experience has been very similar to yours. I also do not drink alcohol, and because of that many people in Arizona think I am Mormon. I have not ever been and probably never will be, but I appreciate the community mindedness and the Goodwill that I see Mormon people extend every day.

[@mtbyumyum]

Looks like the trails you rode at the beginning were show me the money and more money... and that spine at 11:45 is so much more nasty than it looks on video... love those trails!

[@TylerOstergaard]

ya you should have got together and done some rides it seems like you are down there

[@mtbyumyum]

Dude... you rode some of my favorite trails... should have called me bro.. I would have driven down for sure! Glad you got to ride some great trails though!

[@TrailTrialerMTB]

Just realised I’m paying about £3 a month for biking magazines and I thought well why when I can get BKXC’s Patreon so that’s it Patreon here I come! 🤣 Great Video and a great trail 👍

[@frankie2936]

Fockin spokesperson

[@rogereheadbyrne4790]

I've watched about 30 of your Videos over the past 2 weeks I've gotta say your stuff is Engrossing!!! Entertaining and Beyond Picturesque!!! Thank you for all you do!!!

[@danzigityfz7172]

You should invest in a nice wool blanket, they are great, and don't use any power.

[@fillfreakin2245]

Or a good down comforter. Or both. I've never had trouble sleeping in sub-zero temperatures in a tent. In fact I usually get the best sleeps ever in cold temperatures. You need to dress a bit warmer too of course, not just your boxers.

[@flexmtb]

Seriously. Electric blanket? Just get a 20 degree bag or something. Lmfao.

[@kitten-inside]

Get a below freezing bag, so you can sleep comfortably without 3 layers of clothes. Been doing that for years.

[@Chris-pw7ov]

Enlightened Equipment, Katabatic, Nunatak, Loco Libre, Warbonnet all make great UL down quilts. More than warm enough, I can't see you needing more than a 20° quilt, but you have options for colder weather.

[@kitten-inside]

​@@Chris-pw7ov Adding layers when your bag is not warm enough just not very comfortable. The "too warm" gear can always be zipped part way, or used as a blanket, when it gets warmer.

[@50mtb44]

Nathan did a great job of guiding you down the Flying Monkey trail. Thanks for showing us the "real" ride ... stops, walks, freakouts, and all.

[@lanyouree8532]

It’s about time for another 50mtb video don’t you think Mike?

[@50mtb44]

@@lanyouree8532 so true. We have been buried in snow. Got to ride a lot this year in December and January, but not February. Should have video'd more. But took the time for me to ride naked (without camera). Planning lots of cool MTB trips and will video this spring/summer. Thanks for asking. Have you been getting out?

[@lanyouree8532]

50mtb not getting out enough for sure. But spring is just around the corner so I hope to hit Bentonville and a few other places.

[@50mtb44]

@@lanyouree8532 Bentonville looks cool.

[@lanyouree8532]

50mtb Northwest Arkansas is really developing a lot of new trail systems and drawing a lot of attention to mountain bikers from all over. I understand the Walmart Foundation is contributing in a big way financially to make that area into a new mountain biking meca. It helps that one of Sam Walton’s grandsons is an avid cyclist and was instrumental in providing funds to build trails. They don’t have the mountains like you do in Colorado but they do a lot with what is there. I sound like a salesman but I’m just glad to see cycling getting more attention these days.

[@RidingMyBestLife]

So awesome , you rode With my homie Nate . We collaborate on YT vids all the time . Thanks for helping others Discover the awesome trails we call home and Nate from Bike Sleep Repeat . Such a good dude .. keep up the good work .

[@timpirtle3906]

Nice save Nathan!!....great content as usual DK...thanks for taking us along on the 50 state ride

[@ceramictilepro]

Brian, i have to admit, you are starting to grow on me in a good way. i'm learning to try and be less judgmental and critical on some of things you do and say, this video was really good for me to hear you talk about the Mormons and to look at oneself in the mirror. you are a genuine guy with a good heart and a passion for what you love. i'll c u on the trail - jason

[@robbiesharp311]

Huh?

[@vildt-balgastronomiskteamb7084]

Brian's always been completely authentic and genuine throughout all his years on KZbin. Especially compared to some of the fake money hungry bigger KZbin "stars". I don't really get what you're trying to say with your comment?...

[@robbiesharp311]

@@vildt-balgastronomiskteamb7084 All you had to say was "Brian is Genuine"....ohbyeah you did. I didn't get his comment at all.

[@rockie84]

@@robbiesharp311 what was it, before you start taking the piss of someone with their magic underwear try looking in the mirror"- omg ahaha!!!!

[@robbiesharp311]

@@rockie84 Huh?

[@RideLabs]

Such sick trails! Great riding and glad to see you shredding with Nathan.

[@jdhd2837]

Really appreciate the history on Utah and the Mormons! We get used to being the butt of the jokes, it happens all the time, but it really does mean a lot when someone outside of our circles stands up for us. Thanks man!

[@unknownoff-road340]

As a member and living in Utah, thank you for saying good stuff about us, usually people saying very harsh things and I like to hear what you have to say!

[@spadez8278]

Absolutely love the history you put in your videos. Adds a really cool flare that you don't see. Thanks for showing me the epic world of MTB. Just getting into it and I hope I can have even just 10% of the fun you do.

[@benshapiroisgay]

I love how you share some of your beginnings. Like starting flat pedals and in a previous video you said "we all start off with a bike that's too small or not right" and that was super encouraging too! Knowing I don't need the top of the line coming into the sport. There's so much room to grow. And honestly, those little phrases play through my head sometimes when I ride

[@cellphonenut]

Brian your appreciation and knowledge of our history is have the fun !! Thanks So much for taking the time out to learn and share the important stuff brotha

[@symz4665]

Man that trail looked hard as hell :s You nailed it, gj.

[@parkspursuit7515]

I'm glad that you chose to go to the Hurricane (hur uh cun, as the locals say) instead of making the same Moab video that everybody else has already made. I used to ride in the Hurricane area a little bit when I spent my summers working up the road in Cedar City, Utah. I would foray down Hurricane way to buy steel for the company I worked for.

[@akammer1000]

I do appreciate the history you include in your videos. It's interesting and different, along with the awesome trails you ride. It compliments the rides I think. Also these trails in this video looked awesome!

[@edstud1]

Amazing ride, keep safe, bro!

[@ingebyra]

Awesome, loved the technical trail. Loving the idea of riding all 50 states as well. 🙏

[@MTBPlaygrounds]

17:36 Holly MOLLY I felt like I was gonna fall down on my chair!

[@redrover9988]

I was doing the same thing. Believe me, I will NOT be putting these two trails on my things to do list.

[@gilbertlopez6101]

Fully enjoyed your video.... as always very entertaining and i like how you include the vlog before the ride and not necessarily it's own video. Thanks again and congrats on living the dream.

[@bombin4x]

Excellent video sir. I liked your intro about the LDS church and history. I too have known some wonderful Mormon people and have nothing but love for them, despite our differences. I liked what you said about taking a look at ourselves in the mirror. Southern Utah - my favorite place to ride in the country!

[@sekytwo]

dude loving your channel! Cant wait to try some trails here in my home state of Utah!

[@suddenumbra117]

Really enjoying these videos Brian thank you.

[@PAPADPOV]

Another awesome video! What a great place to ride!!

[@funnyfella5486]

These videos are so peaceful and enjoyable

[@trailsfromthedarkside6460]

Such amazing scenery there. Its like riding in the movies. Another one bites the dust. Keep up the great work Brian, and shout out to Nate. 🤙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@MusicManMTB]

Awesome! Nate is a killer rider and one awesome guy. I've loved riding with him. Glad you enjoyed that little corner of Utah. Grafton and flying monkey are no joke! You picked some great trails to tackle down there!

[@bike_somm]

Super fun informative video bud! Awesome riding too! 🙌🏻🚲

[@KarlosB121]

Wonderful video man, amazing trail riding as well

[@NDURcycling]

Amazing trail, i think its my favorite of all of your videos.

[@evilbanks]

Great video. I live in Utah. You've definitely gotta do some more riding in the area. Go check out the Jem/Rim/Goulds loop, & Gooseberry Mesa. Then head to St. George and ride Zen, Barrel Roll and Suicidal Tendencies. Enjoy!

[@BikeSleepRepeat]

Brandon B those are all awesome trails as well! I know he rode most of those on his chasing epic trip a few years ago.

[@franciscourbinaalvarado8686]

Great stuff man !!

[@EricF1984]

Hell yes Brian. I have been watching vids of people ride this trail and now I want to hit it so bad. You got down some crazy gnar there good sir.

[@anthonyc362]

Wow, that was taking my breath away watching that. Great riding and filming.

[@davidlandrigan7067]

I’m blown away. Probably my favorite trail video to date...of any tuber. ...and not one jump.

[@snappiness]

Some of these sections are crazy! I loved the tree at the top of the spine.

[@jaylems3054]

Nice Brian. Looks like your skills have improved massively. Total tech trail and you annihilated it. Sweating just watching this. Keep it up. Cheers.

[@IIDivadRCII]

scary, awesome and crazy trail 🤙🏽🤘 love it great riding.

[@tylermclaughlin1588]

Looool I remember that Wal-mart well from my last trip to SW Utah where I stayed right down the street. Gotta love the riding out there!

[@ebikerrob164]

This is absolutely the most beautiful trail I've seen... but oooh so scary!

[@sandovalexcavation]

I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints and I live in Utah go figure haha. Thanks for the kind words and brief history of the Pioneer's and what they did to eventually make it here to Utah. As always love the videos!

[@haroldsolomon2110]

I know Im asking the wrong place but does any of you know a method to log back into an instagram account..? I was stupid forgot my account password. I would appreciate any assistance you can offer me!

[@otistheo7746]

@Harold Solomon instablaster =)

[@haroldsolomon2110]

@Otis Theo Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im in the hacking process atm. Takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@haroldsolomon2110]

@Otis Theo it worked and I now got access to my account again. I am so happy! Thank you so much, you really help me out !

[@otistheo7746]

@Harold Solomon Happy to help :D

[@snoopymcbaron1569]

Downhill gnar that flows surprisingly well 👌🏻 that’s the southwest for ya. Love it

[@stlc3415]

Awesome video keep up the great work!!!

[@mrrims]

Man those trails looked serious! Good riding both you guys.

[@PedalingDave]

I love, Love, LOVE views like at 11:40. Utah. Man, I hope to make it there sometime. Plenty of fantastic views on this vid but that one was the first to catch my eye!

[@jmunny4851]

Thanks for the positive words. I always feel so lucky to live in such an amazing place. Thanks for all the great videos!!

[@jontg429]

Man I have to say, I have watched a few crazy videos on this channel, but man this ride was the craziest by far! Great vid man!

[@Shaguar]

This is crazy riding, i love every inch of it. I need to get like a job out in the US for while so i can go ride all those features.

[@themidnightrider6805]

Man I love your videos🤘🤘🤘

[@renearrieta5204]

Amazing trails!!!!

[@RonClouds]

Oh yeah, flats FTW! or not. The conversion from Fahrenheit to Celsius is sooooo nice. Keep it up man.

[@peshialam6080]

Well, it's a nice trail's with lot's of goosebumps. Bro, you nailed it

[@AFugax]

As always- nice work! It really takes skill to ride technical desert trails like that...one of my first experiences on a similar trail resulted in me tossing my bike. It got more air than it ever did with me on it. Now I have more skill and a much nicer bike so -a lot less bike tossing!

[@jarrodglenister1248]

Amazing video Brian. Loved the Utah landscapes and really enjoyed your overview of the history of the area too. It would be great if you could sprinkle a little of that through your videos as you travel to all the states; especially for us non-US followers. Cheers from Downunder 🇦🇺

[@flyer848]

gotta love the warm dry southern Utah

[@DanielHanson343]

Great video Brian , Keep it up :)

[@evolusd]

Hell of a trail, nice!

[@stephenvincent7461]

It was actually cool for you to mention the Ejection Seat testing! I’m an aircraft mechanic in the Air Force and I maintain the ejection system of different aircraft. You were talking about Hurricane Mesa Test Facility, I am hoping to go out there this year for some testing and I definitely plan I’m bringing my bike to ride some of those awesome looking trails!!

[@LudoFlam]

Perfect ride 👌

[@googlemail5045]

Utah and Arizona have the sickest trails out there

[@Papa__Squatch]

Looks like a total blast Brian. It was great meeting you as you were passing through Dothan. Can't wait to catch the rest of the videos.

[@bkxc]

Thanks man!

[@b_runs99]

Loved the ending 😂👍🏼

[@gooberbeans7972]

Love this trail!!!

[@connorcdog]

Brian, I’m a practicing Mormon in northern Utah and I really appreciate your open mindedness and respect to our beliefs! I’ve been a BKXC fan for about 2 years, appreciate your work!

[@Blake_Cherubini]

Oh man! I would love to ride those trails!!

[@SeanKWhite-lk5zf]

Solid trails and your host can RIDE!

[@austonwheels]

That is the emptiest I have ever seen 4 corners! Awesome ride! 💪

[@thompsy2k6]

Nothing is a big nothing if it means something to someone. Thanks for sharing that at the end Brian! Rock on bro

[@stoneybowmann]

I just drove past the 4 corners tourist trap on the way to Durango from San Francisco. Never stopped. Thanks for showing me what it looks like. The detour drive through Monument Valley, Northeast of there, is awesome. I bet there is some riding around Mexican Hat to be discovered.

[@kenbeech4940]

This might be the scariest trail I have ever seen on KZbin. So many sections were so difficult and narrow. Damn. That was intense!

[@michellecowan2126]

i was just up there on gooseberry mesa and you got to for sure try those trails.

[@TangoOne]

Chunky trails are my favorite trails. I love feeling the suspension work

[@garyriggs6998]

Pads under hasn’t been bad at all for me. Super funny way to knock off four states. Loving this trip you’re on!

[@mtb7018]

Window covers won’t do much in the winter but you’ll love them come summer 🤘🤘

[@terrybuccambuso7917]

Love this channel for your upbeat refreshing honesty about life and your riding. So easy to criticize and hate, especially about religion. Kudos to you for taking the high road to life and other people’s lives!

[@totalchaos80]

Definitely digging this 50 states thing. Should make for great content this year.

[@jddallager1699]

Gotta love Utah's outdoors! BK: Get yourself a 15F or 20F down quilt (less expensive than a bag) and great for van camping use. Look for sales since weight isn't as important in the van situation.

[@IthacaDon]

Nice video Brian. That was some serious chunk and exposure.

[@jddallager1699]

Incredible trail and riding, Guys!! Sure glad Nathan knew where the trail went......I'd still be lost out there somewhere! :-)

[@dunneryak]

wow...that was amazing!

[@mdayeh9712]

WOW, what a view!!

[@bushwhackfpv6610]

i was just watching yr video, the trail that changed my life.

[@bahamajim1998]

Looks like so much fun

[@spaboos06]

Those trails look killer 🤟🏾

[@fromxctoletssee]

holy crap. thats a nope for me. fun to watch but hell the jank!!! well done man!! Thanks for the adventure!!

[@taffycymroukmtb9073]

😉👌 great Stuff Brian 🚴 the magnetic State is growing 👌 great trails buddy 🤘🤘🤘

[@crzmofo1]

Loved Flying Monkey! Crazy

[@JimPreston]

Great rides Brian! I ride the area often but only ride up from the bottom to that big drop you did then turn around drop of Flying Monkey. Grafton is too crazy also! LOTS of great riding in the area for those less talented!

[@jeffalldredge4237]

Damn dude, those trails looked crazy scary in my spots. Awesome riding!

[@grantfeddema5332]

Utah looks amazing...have to get there some winter!!

[@meganNefarious]

Well I know what trails I WON'T be riding when I go to Utah lol.....So much gnar! Nice riding!

[@followmeonthetrail1243]

Fun to watch.

[@beardedvikingmtber]

nice little history lesson, quality vid as always buddy