Devil's Den is a MONUMENTAL achievement in trail building

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Rock Solid Trail Contracting is hard at work again on another set of Monument Trails, this time at Devil's Den State Park. This place was the original mountain bike destination in Arkansas and it's getting an amazing overhaul.
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[@driftattack11]

I really dig how you've been handing mics to the people you've been riding with. Not only do we get the POV camera and get to hear your commentary, it's awesome to hear the other rider's commentary even when they are far away from you. Excellent idea

[@casestudymtb]

This was the best mountain biking podcast interview I've heard to date. Selfless, empathetic, probing... and all done while riding some killer track blind. 👏👏👏

[@rich2632]

Just spent 5 days in Arkansas riding because of your videos. Drove all the way from New York. Keep up the good work you’re inspiring riders and showing us what all these amazing places have to offer. Met several riders that were out there because of you as well. Thanks for all your hard work!

[@richardshumate3712]

I'm Northwest Arkansas native overly impressed with what's going on around here used to not be much of anything to do if you didn't own a boat I hope you had a great time welcome and come back can't believe you came all the way from New York peace out

[@imnotshreddy5237]

I think I met you on the trail, happy pedaling

[@johnblackham4443]

Trails are absolutely awesome . Turning into a real Mecca out there ! Gotta give a shout out to my heart surgeons who gave me a new aortic valve and triple bypass ! Hope to be out there someday soon on my Levo . So grateful to be still killin it at 70 . Thanks so much guys !

[@andersonsridebikes]

I'm an Arkansas native who lives within 90 minutes of all of the NWA trails, Mount Nebo, and Devil's Den. I'm new to Mountain biking and I cant believe I have waited so long to get into the sport considering the massive amount of incredible trails that are so close by! I am very grateful for the work you have done in Arkansas! I sincerely thank you.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

How can you live here and just be getting into mountain biking?😂 It actually took us a little while to get into it as well, so I'm just as guilty.🤣

[@siradinar]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS Don't be too hard on yourself - it wasn't always like this. The MTB trail explosion only happened in the last 5 years or so.

[@clover2538]

I live 5 minutes

[@phug0id]

@@siradinar agreed. born and raised in Rogers and nothing like what's available at Slaughter Pen/Coler/Railyard/etc was around when I was a kid (90s/2000s). love that it's here now!

[@Gavids]

It's never too late...I'm planning a trip to Arkansas (from NJ), can't wait

[@BigTruckBigRV]

I'm vicariously biking watching this video.....and I still got injured

[@fijibubba]

Drinkin beer in the hot tube is a dangerous sport.

[@keirfarnum6811]

You gotta improve those bike handling skills!

[@hudsonvivaan9149]

a tip : watch movies on flixzone. I've been using it for watching loads of movies lately.

[@kevinquincy4638]

@Hudson Vivaan definitely, have been using flixzone} for months myself :D

[@mikedesilets3324]

Trail builder is a thing? I thought it was done by volunteers after permission was granted by local, state or federal government.

[@lforrest14]

Going underneath that little waterfall was cool as hell.

[@calebday6988]

theres about 6 waterfalls and they r some on the walking trails that are cooool as fuckkk man. devils den is awesome

[@that_container]

i did the trail but when i went there was no water.

[@joebikes]

Great video! And I can't wait until these trails open this weekend! We are so blessed here with amazing trails... Devils Den is just 1 of several new trail systems opening this year here in NWA 🤓

[@bonham4994sts9]

I think you've found the new future of mtb KZbin here. Interviewing people while you ride is where it's at. Great work and keep it going 🤘

[@mitchwarren1600]

I dropped two ton of sand stone rock at my local trail in Woburn . The exciting part of this is , they came from a house Winston Churchill owned during the war, it was part of maybe a couple of hundred tons that was excavated during a refurbishment .

[@M1978-p8j]

Woburn , Mass?

[@true3211]

@@M1978-p8j If it was Winston Churchills house it's probably not Massachusetts.

[@kurt776]

If it looks this good on gopro imagine its real beauty when you ride it.

[@SouthernSender]

That quote hit me "Think we are seeing an age of people who are willing to have less, to see more!"

[@josephmirando1263]

You know its a great place when all you hear is hahaha, whoa and yeahhhhh ! Every 2 or 3 feet. Love it. Great video

[@bastiP]

I love these philosopical talks and live lessons while showing of sick trails. Awesome video :D

[@andreanicol7588]

I agree. Brian, I’d watch mtn biking interviews ( while mtn biking) any day

[@mattc4735]

Can't wait to shred Devil's den one day!

[@winterhood8041]

Oh same dude

[@AaronSchroder]

Wow! One of the most beautiful, fun, and interesting trails with out being death defying. Great video!

[@servidig483]

Lovin the real talk convos on the trail

[@TheAngryHusky]

Rock Solid always delivers. Can’t wait to ride this one

[@justinuriahphoto]

This is, in my humble opinion, the best mountain biking channel on KZbin. While I can appreciate other channels who have some crazy visuals, this channel adds the dialog which adds another level to the ride. For instance, listening to this guy who was awarded a million dollar contract for trail building is eye opening. I cannot imagine the logistics behind all of that but he goes into some of the leg work like staying up until midnight doing paperwork and payroll. These are excellent points to learn about because while we have the privilege of riding these trails, we never know what went on to achieve the end result. Thank you for sharing these videos. I subbed.

[@mmodtomic7119]

Best one yet. Between the biking and the epic interview...you finally got me. Subscribed.

[@SecretSpots]

This place looks AMAZING!! I really like how you give a mic to the guests and get some conversation in too. Great job.

[@clover2538]

Did you drive through west fork lol. Please comment

[@petedog9581]

Wow! "The best trail ever?" was a few vids ago. Well, those guys that named that trail didn't ride this one yet. Some people become doctors bc they have a passion to save lives and help people. I understand the conversation about chasing wealth, but these guys are riding mountain bikes that are $8K+.

[@boonerichardson1639]

I’ve been mountain biking since I was a kid, and have a hobbyist trail builder since my teenage years. The organized effort that AR is putting into making their state an Mtb destination is quite remarkable. This trail is super impressive. Incredible incorporation of natural features. Hats off to the builders and some forward thinkers making it possible in AR.

[@josephharter5817]

That whole trail system looked amazing and loved the interview during the riding. How long distance was the whole trail?

[@TheStache_MTB]

So stoked to have this around my area. Slaughter and Coler are amazing, but this is the type of riding I really look for.

[@imnotshreddy5237]

I live 2 hours from Devils Den, I was there the opening day and went back a week later. The new additions are awesome, and even for an old slow guy the stoke factor was high. I have a few videos on my channel that covers more of the trails. We are blessed here in the Natural State to have so many new trails being built

[@thomaslane918]

Those trails look amazing! Kudos to the trail builders.

[@willthompson864]

35 min drive after class seems like the fall semester will be spent here and Centennial

[@flexmtb]

This is too awesome. We 100% need this in the Sierra's (CA). Near Auburn and Tahoe. Who's with me?!

[@t.o.f.t.s.]

Get involved with FATTAC, if you're not already👍

[@t.o.f.t.s.]

FATRAC

[@flexmtb]

@@t.o.f.t.s. Awesome! Will check em out.

[@rogerfloyd852]

Haha they still wear face diapers in Arkansas

[@petersauer94]

Brian don't forget the food shot at the end of riding, I think people enjoy that.✌

[@brandihodges9548]

Just saw an article today about these new trails...now your video. Vacationing there soon for hubby's birthday week!! Your videos have definitely been helpful as to what to ride!!

[@thijsvdleeuw3637]

When you brake an other spoke you will be better of relacing you intyer wheel with new spokes to get rid of the problem

[@stevenm_3sixty]

Just said same thing

[@TrailFeatures]

The video that almost didn't happen...

[@Greyarcher1]

You could have had so much more Fun with a EMTB on that Trail.

[@claytramey]

You’re going to have to come back when Mt Magazine is completed. It’s going to be like Nebo and Devils Den combined!

[@vzhickok]

Who's building and when will it be done? :)

[@bbre06]

I’m suppose to camp at the lake the weekend of the 22nd and was gonna take my bike. Is there anything going on at mt magazine that one should be aware of? I haven’t rode there since early 2019.

[@timm6876]

Whatever may or may not be being built on Magazine will be finished and opened when it's finished and ready to be open. I would say Magazine would be ideal spot for more great trails, since there is around 2000'- 2200' of vertical between the top, and the surrounding towns.

[@the_rooster_abides7459]

I can neither confirm nor deny, but you seem to be holding out on some information about magazine Tim m

[@bbre06]

See like 2 years ago things were “gonna start happening” out there and I even heard rumor that magazine was gonna be the first place in AR to have a ski lift back to the top (I felt like that was far fetched but 🤷‍♂️) but I’ve been told nothing is still all that goes on there. Regardless I’ll ride it in a couple weeks. Im just wanting to know if there’s anything I need to stay tf off of or be made aware of

[@nwamtb]

Wow that looks amazing I gotta get out there soon!!!🤙

[@lastsonofadam1927]

BKXC just putting it out there my man, some of the terrain you blast down is way more gnarly than the majority of jumps/features you pass on. I have faith youll keep working on that cause you obviously have the capability to do it safely, push yourself and have fun

[@TheBagOTricks]

Watched this video and instantly went to buy a mountain bike

[@minnusvlogs8464]

ചേട്ടായി സൂപ്പർ

[@bikeninja956]

Literally cannot even believe my eyes.... it's not Switzerland "pretty" or anything but man, how alien is that terrain.... you can tell BK has done a lot of biking when he's carving through handlebar wide gaps in 30 ton pieces of ancient granite, without even noticing or remarking... interesting back stories also..

[@philipgardiner2003]

Jaw dropping ride guys! Incredible trail. 19:00-20:00 = sick!!

[@whiteknucklehuck7797]

Man, that place looks amazing! Perfect example of leveraging the natural shape and bits of the land to make sick trail features. Can't wait to ride here someday. Keep up the good work!

[@Syndreamer]

Heya BKXC, watching your videos made me reserve a week to vacation in Bentonville in two weeks. Been adding the trails to the list of places I wanna ride.

[@bvan1970]

Excellent on trail interview! It was so great to hear the crystal clear audio from you and the other riders. Keep up the great content. I’m jealous as ever, every time I see on of your videos.

[@kurtwerner4258]

Wow, NWA just keeps getting better and better. Amazing!!

[@waltmanis6111]

Wow, this looks amazing. It's come a long way since when I was riding at Devil's Den in 1996.

[@hardtailstrails1299]

Thats truly an amazing trail! Love seeing projects like this funded.

[@dr05guitar]

I think this has to be one of the coolest looking trails I've ever watched you ride... so epic!

[@badBrad3]

If it is not already.. Mena, Arkansas should be on your radar. They recieved a good grant and the Walton's are putting money in. A crew from Canada is coming here starting spring 2023 to start building. Very big plans for Rich Mountain/ Mena!

[@tortillasarenotbiceps7622]

Little bragging point: When chatting about pursuing the thing you love as a career move - my nephew was drafted by the San Francisco Giants this year (2021) after being named Player of the Year, Player of the Conference and All-American at Northeastern University. He broke numerous records and is already assured his place in the Hall of Fame. The point being that if a small town kid with a dream can work hard enough and stay focused enough to a passionate degree, then anyone can. Pursue that which you love and you will never work a day in your life.

[@SeanKWhite-lk5zf]

These guys have taken trail building to another level. Amazing.

[@ryanburbee917]

Whatever you believe in, it honestly is Devine intervention I came across this specific video!!! I was really caught up with where my next mtb trip will be but not anymore, no question I’m going here!!

[@nick_john]

Daaang! that is one awesome trail build!

[@Chris-pw7ov]

Rock Solid trails are fricken' great! Their trail builds in Minnesota are amazing!

[@krishnaveganathar]

Really great trail design. Very imaginative. Meditating on the possibilities.

[@midwake9951]

My MIL lives right off Tunnel Vision on the Sugar Creek system in AR and I'm totally spoiled by the convenience when I go down there. Gonna need to do a day trip to Devils Den in the near future!

[@lmullen06]

Do you carry Fiber Fix spoke repair kit? If not, you should consider it! A quick repair and will get you back to the trailhead after breaking a spoke.

[@yeti1320]

Wow is Aaron a professional NFL player because Aaron Rodgers it’s kind of ironic

[@zxtenn]

Yes, that 'exposure' looks scary and dangerous, far beyond my limits or risk taking but i have been down a ravine about 20-30 feet before, ended up with a few bruised ribs and thats it fortunately

[@wernerrietveld]

Please don't film while driving. Seriously, don't.

[@seanberry]

@Rock Solid has signs up at Cuyuna (maybe?) and Elm Creek? Love their work!

[@josephpuddu3827]

Next time you make a bike recording give some room between you and anyone in front. This video has to much "Butt crack" that covers up trail view. Geez

[@foolishevil]

Man your video title is so good... . I didn't even feel llike watching bike videos but I had to click to see wtf you was talking about! 🤷‍♂️

[@benjaminlemley8206]

ayeee ive been to phat tire! im from OK but have family in AR and was passing through. Got my pump there and have been biking since.

[@migueltrujillo5932]

....now I live just North of Bella Vista guess trails are follow me around😀

[@mtbwithjonnyb8818]

Speaking of ticks be careful with those little suckers. My son and I now cannot eat any red meat due to lone star ticks. Both of us have become highly allergic to red meat solely from being bit by one of them. Good news is it does eventually work it’s way out of your system just takes 3-5 years for it to do it. As long as you don’t get bit by another that carries the stuff that causes it.

[@jeremycline9542]

What tools specifically make those flat, smooth areas...or is it only wheel traffic? A giant broom?

[@azkool5106]

Ohhhh, so Aaron Rodgers did leave Green Bay, but only to start mountain biking in Arkansas?

[@ryanbuchan3158]

Please reposition your front axle, bugs me every time I see it. They are so easy to accidentally break off when it's pointed down.

[@kurtpeterson6293]

Alright, alright. You sold me. Arkansas is the next vacation destination.

[@budd2482]

I know this is Devil’s Den, but which trail is this? The one that you are riding? I am heading to Arkansas and can’t wait to ride this.

[@dirttdude]

i've been building IMBA quality trail for over a decade with and without my local mtb club, i'm to tired and old to dig like i used to. i can run an excavator and plan though

[@louissilva4180]

always has Blown my mind how you can Clip ur feet in , just cannot bring myself to ride like that, Scary

[@anthonyterlizzi2405]

You've got me wanting to visit Arkansas now. This looks beautiful

[@stevencole7331]

I have lost a few spoke nipples' . I think some of that was from riding a wobbly tire but looking at the nipples that broke they look to be made of a non ferrous metal and seem quite weak . I found some nipples' on my old daughters first bike from Walmart over 20 years old and the nipples fit my bike . They are steel and solid . save on a pin worth's of weight and loose on dependability of the wheel . Spokes breaking is not a good sign the wheel was not built properly . maybe a warranty on it .

[@arthurcutting9227]

Who's your wheel sponsor? Time for a complete rebuild or upgrade.

[@Happy_Biker]

Ok, NOW I am officially jealous of you. 🤦

[@77rockcity]

Heading there for bike fest '23. Wonder if we should check this out as opposed to the 3 hour drive to Mt. Nebo

[@j.b.7525]

Rock Solid is the best! High five Aaron Rogers every chance you get.

[@johnbartlett3288]

Imo that’s the best trail I’ve seen you ride. Looks absolutely awesome.

[@steveh7108]

There is a trick to keep the ticks off and it is even cheap. But I'm not going to tell you. I only tell close friends😉

[@reyguarinnjbchannel5850]

Watching bro

[@alastaircummins1980]

I need to fly from the UK, just to ride this trail!

[@migueltrujillo5932]

Back in the early 90s I lived between Winslow and Devils Den.

[@jrldude8719]

I never thought I'd need to put Arkansas on my list of places to visit, but this video just changed my mind. Amazing trails- great video!

[@camoronL]

@@JGreen-tb6ke 0/10 Troll harder

[@L4J20]

1 to 2.5yrs for an excavator!? That’s expensive

[@keirfarnum6811]

Mountain bikers are so spoiled these days to have trails built just for mountain biking.

[@LocoLensWP]

Anything but a full face helmet is pointless to wear MTB

[@unclefuzzyss]

the ride interview was fascinating. More of this!

[@Jsalas1954]

Going to Bentonville in June. Is it closed for building or can we ride it as is. Thanks! Jesse.

[@donaldstephens4620]

Be there in a few weeks! Thanks for video, although I felt like I was going to hit every tree while watching you shred those trails.

[@RealSHANI7]

Why you're front tire not moving while moving wt* i am saying ??

[@RookieStyles]

So entertaining. You do such a great job hosting your videos. And this was a cool capture. Awesome dialogue. 👍🤙

[@bkxc]

Love to hear that!!

[@stephenlogan1115]

How you kept from wrecking or flying off the trail, I do not know! Looked like a lot of fun at a scenic locale!

[@fnglass4314]

This trail just made the must ride list. Thanks Brian.

[@ryaninthewild1776]

Ticks are pretty bad right now in central Wisconsin, it’s been really wet

[@eurika7655]

Nice ride. I might do this one. Wife speaks Spanish lol