Cars are Traffic - Road Riding in Mexico City

[@andrewcalladine2507]

Normally a fan of your videos, but not in this case. The problem I see with this, is that there is no margin for error from either yourself or the other road users. Filtering at this speed is pure lunancy.

[@iamnicoalfonso]

#NoMistakes

[@appetit2619]

hell yeah

[@roadcyclist1]

Then stop watching. Cya!

[@Apodexis]

​@@roadcyclist1 He's right though

[@BananaChipzzz]

Amen. Safa is a moron who when (not if) he becomes roadkill everyone will go “hmm, that makes sense”.

[@AzeemLive]

my heart rate is higher than Safa's HR while watching all the close calls😅 what a ride (y)

[@arthurd6495]

🤣🤣

[@Nahtano7]

U should see terry b safa brian fixed gear...

[@aighimself]

Am just shouting here lol

[@ballgame3273]

The bad boy of cycling 😂

[@gem3132]

Organ donors, yeah!!!!

[@SonnyDarvish]

18:50 🤣🤣 best part!

[@mosharafshahid1640]

Yup I noticed too

[@imjonathan6745]

its a trap!

[@nachointhecloud]

😂

[@Tanner_o]

Safa: Oh 😮

[@DonaldKim33]

ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

[@nj2s0N]

Safa, please be safe. wanna see lot of videos of you 2024 and ahead. dont take unnecessary risks

[@roadcyclist1]

Are you his mother?

[@frazebean5117]

​@@roadcyclist1are you his girlfriend? Why are you dickriding him in the comments section? Keep coping as much as you want but the reality is if Safa keeps doing crazy things like this he will be killed one day.

[@briandarnell1809]

@@roadcyclist1 or maybe he had friends with mad skillz who are no longer with us and knows how quickly sh*t happens no matter your reaction speed.

[@ofpreybird]

@nj2s0N agree with you. I love that speed, but the risks that he took are unnecessary

[@jinathosain9751]

​@@briandarnell1809 yeah bro you're completely right 👍🏻❤

[@ernestopreciado4895]

You made in 20 minutes what an average daily commuter in that location does in 1 to 3 hours. But at the cost of quite a serious gamble 💀

[@dannyphantom121]

40minutes* the start of the vid was cut, full vid on Patreon.

[@NicholasFernstrum]

16:32 there was a cop there to the left

[@Octobersky-e7x]

"" RESULTS OVER FEAR""

[@tdgdbs1]

You won't live long riding like this; I've been riding for 40 years and had quite a few crashes, but none I can blame anyone but my stupidity!

[@AlaaElBatran2]

yolo

[@LT.KILLIAN-14031]

moan about it old timer

[@redetrigan]

First time on the channel?

[@СашаИванов-у2ц3с]

Приезжай вна Украину,где все ненавидят всех .И будешь не виноват в половине своих аварий.Тебя переедут,подставят,задавят,не заметят.Специально прижмут к бровке,автобусу,унизят.

[@philippe_1984]

I worked as a messenger for over ten years. For most, riding like this is part and parcel of working to individual potential. The rider in the video is highly experienced.

[@skankhuntfortytwo9152]

damn bro you are crazy! i wouldnt even fathom myself riding like that, too dangerous, a lot of drivers, motorcyclists, and even pedestrians tend to be so unpredictable and behave in erratic manners, people here usually do not obey traffic laws and riding sometimes its very risky, yet you have the courage and the skills and maybe a spark of luck, because for real you never know whats gonna happen next or whats around a blind spot. amazing what you do, i was watching this amused and tense because Mexico City is a very hectic, unpredictable and chaotic enviroment. i wish you all the best, i wish that you are always safe in your trips, you had some really close calls. you are crazy dude, amazing!

[@jharricam]

I love your videos Brian, they contributed to getting me into cycling. You are a beast but please stay safe! Very little margin for error in this video. 4:50 brown pants time!

[@cebruthius]

That's why he wears black 😆

[@Nikica358]

Damn, this guy reads roads and drivers like a book, hats off Brian.

[@timtaylor9590]

dont be surprised if one day, its written in a language he doesnt know.

[@Octobersky-e7x]

Internet comment of the Century

[@juampi46]

I have watched 3 videos of this channel and WOW. People is amazing!

[@ARCENAULT]

In 20 minutes he lived more than most of us in a lifetime.... Respect bro!

[@SonnyDarvish]

My heart rate was jumping between 120 and 170 watching this. You should start putting "viewer discretion is advised" on your videos 😂

[@dejanajs]

also "dont try this at home"

[@filda2005]

@@dejanajsmeant, don't try this outside ;)

[@CharlesM236]

​@@filda2005can I do indoors awesome 🤔🧩☠️💯🤬

[@liquidSpin]

My eyes were GLUED watching this one. INTENSE AF!! GO SAFA!!

[@randomwildlife206]

I am blown away. That was one of the best, if not the best cycling videos I have ever watched. The way it was filmed, the numbers running on the left, the commentary and, obviously, the ride itself. It was incredible. Just try and stay safe. That's some speed right there!

[@largadeugnt]

You guys are nuts. Going through all that heavy traffic swaying and tight passing makes me truly apprehensive and nervous. What a cycling day you got there!

[@Octobersky-e7x]

10,000 people do this daily

[@visceras7979]

It's a cool video, but it is incredibly stupid and reckless at the beginning, and contributes to the negative stigma some drivers have towards cyclists. No one should be doing this. The roads belong to everyone and should be used safely, it should not be used as your racing track. Any slight mistake made by or the drivers, and you could've caused some serious accident here.

[@Thirtyeight45]

SAFA "The Dumb" Brian

[@HuracanHilarantedelPueblo]

He manejado en esa carretera y me ha sorprendido lo temerario que es este sujeto

[@iceman1125]

this is why cyclists are hated, especially the one riding recklessly like this

[@JuanGarcia-yu3hi]

Why don’t you do that in your country ! I’ve never seen this happening in Canada because If they get cut, they will a good fine for doing that, however they go to Mexico to do whatever they want and not getting any consequences.

[@-Eternal-Damnation-]

100% agree. Super dangerous, even with his level of expertise

[@Factor.y776]

Спасибо!

[@Mathieu_CHRC]

Gorgeous and frightening at the same time. I like that.

[@SSLCLIPS-TV]

is this a game?

[@andymcinroy]

This was fun to watch while on the turbo. My cadence and heart rate were quickening with the peril. Stay safe.

[@mctrials23]

Yeah, never try and do a Z2 workout while watching SAFA. Far too exciting!

[@rizkynoer9459]

Can you install a camera on your sprocket for every road and gravel cycling activity?

[@CarsGarage]

Awesome vid 12:50, 14:17 🤣 , 18:45 never mind🤣

[@djinthemixxX]

I shit my pants at 12:50

[@kapilchhabria1727]

12:50 shat my pants, 14:17 laid a brick.

[@santiagodsl]

19:59 the dude walking could have been a problem !

[@mikenations3636]

One of best yet safa, love it. 19:55 pedestrian guy probably freaked me out the most.

[@straubinio_styo7768]

Absolutely nuts

[@Johnwang1191]

How is that bike so fast? Is it electric?

[@Chafik__sm]

Es una bici de carreras sin electrica le esta dando con su fuerza

[@reinholdachleitner2069]

Happy New Year and wishing you all the safety in your new Videos to come.💯👌🏻💪🏻🚴‍♀️

[@claudeschweizer3932]

yesss some mexico again, nothing beats this kind of traffic. Stressy, but yet thats what's the most fun to cycle, next to decents :P

[@MatveyAndreyev]

Oh yes, more Safa vs. CDMX hotliney stuff. These are my favorite cycling vids on the internet.

[@ProfeTa6]

5 years since the time of Hotline - Safa by Terry Barentsen... If you think Safa in this video is wild/crazy then well, you have no idea.

[@nancyhoward781]

That was super dangerous and stupid to take chances with your life like that. Not too mention the guy filming you, he's nuts too. I don't care how good you are, that was beyond crazy and a good way to end up roadkill.

[@xaviermoise7187]

"good way to end up roadkill" That's the line of the guy that gets sued handsomely for tapping the bicycle

[@hcadena3874]

Such unnecessary, irresponsible, reckless cycling. Putting those poor truck and car drivers at risk of feeling guilty for having splattered your bones and brain all over the pavement, ... just cause you have a death wish??? Really???

[@JM-sn2xl]

I'm blessed to be born in the country of México, it has some of the best roads to ride and the cars don't mind most of the time. You can train in the city, not necessarily have to go out to the highway to put on the miles. Also the hills are plenty.

[@EDDGC]

Do you think cars do not mind? We hate irresponsible cyclists.

[@hyperviper0126]

@@EDDGC 'we hate cyclist yada yada yada' 'yes, irresponsible drivers are less worse than cyclist because they dont have any signal light' like come fucking on pretty much most of you drivers turn into corners unexpectedly most of the time when I'd already build up my speed.

[@hcadena3874]

Are you kidding?? Only on Sundays! ...when the city closes streets for cyclists to ride them. Otherwise, Mx City is one of the most dangerous cities to ride a cycle. Drivers in Cd de Mx are insane, they don't respect other drivers, much less cyclists. This guy is playing with fire and no doubt will discover his reckless riding will have consequences.

[@xaviermoise7187]

​@@EDDGCCars are irresponsible and apprehensive of cyclists no matter what. That's why this is actually a good way to get 'respect' from other automobiles as a cyclist. Disrespect them and suddenly no one's treating you like a dog scurrying across the road.

[@bartmannn6717]

I agree. 10 years riding in Berlin and 12 in Mexico City - Mexican drivers are way more chill than in Berlin. My guess is, apart from not being able to drive fast anyway in a car in that traffic, they are always expecting weird things to happen in the streets. Motorcycles, rolling trashcans (!), dogs etc. They have accepted to share the streets with all kinds of things - they're not as territorial as in Western countries.

[@illbenooneelse]

To hell with the haters… absolutely legendary! Safe travels, well-wishes, and hope to see much more for years to come 🔥

[@kendo4242]

I think it's so cool that you have included mobile auto quarter panel inspection to your business model. Smart!

[@Octobersky-e7x]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DuiMendezVillegas]

wow!!! eres un absoluto crack SAFA!! realmente un idolo, tu contenido es increible

[@joeemmerling2139]

I loved and hated every second of this. Pure talent, there’s no luck involved. Well done Safa, this is amazing

[@Mr.Falcon541]

There is lots of luck involded. I mean he is very talented but I would never trust that much on other drivers. It only takes one idiot, drunk driver, mistake etc. and it is game over. And you have to be very lucky not to bump one of those one day.

[@EresTontoE]

Ya bro, riding like a fucking reckless maniac totally involves a lot of talent! One bad swerve from any of those vehicles and he's done, they won't find parts of his body.

[@KASSADlN]

so what would u say about 19:58? U cant control another person, that was the PURE luck

[@0---RABB1T---0]

@@Mr.Falcon541 he didnt trust any of the drivers, he trusted himself and his own ability.

[@Mr.Falcon541]

@@0---RABB1T---0 To drive like that you have to trust other drivers dont make any mistakes or brake any rules.

[@florianvanbondoc3539]

Alot of fearfull people here. I just see alot of experience. This guy has definetly done this for awhile. I like that you are aknowledging fhe risk, and taking calculated risk. Stay safe. Love your vidoes. ❤

[@paulchiu32]

100% extreme concentration from start to finish, 100% understanding of your own physical strength, bike control skills and bike acceleration, deceleration and braking performance, 100% familiarity with road conditions and extremely fast reaction time. Driving through heavy traffic at high speeds is similar to meditating, becoming one with the environment and not thinking about anything.

[@Crustenscharbap]

The funniest thing is the motorcycle wants to film this. This went well for 50 meters. The traffic. Its beautiful!

[@Tanner_o]

Como ciclista chilango puedo afirmar que no he visto a nadie ni de cerca rodar como Safa. Si logras destreza al ratonear con el tráfico pero lo que él hace está en otro nivel.

[@eklipsegirl]

Please explain why if it’s a motorcycle or a scooter driver does this, no one bats an eye, but when it’s a professional cyclist, everyone starts whining?

[@lucianam.angelesgonzalez8408]

I'm a cyclist like the majority of this channel's viewers, but I'll never ride routes or highways (except only 4 cars uses it for hour).. that's CAR territory.. if it has a bike line then ride on the bike line, roads, but highway? Nope. You put people and yourself in danger. More if you crash with a motorcycle at 100km/h (not even a car), guess who'll be dead -_-

[@Nuth34d]

To all the people saying that what he's doing is risky and instigating towards risky cycling. This is a person who's spent over two decades cycling non stop. He's master of his craft.

[@benitojuarez9475]

💫Wow Safa, I really like watching your videos, you are the king of the roads 👍🏻💯

[@armandoguendulain7162]

what hav i just watched? i couldn't take my eyes off of the screen,, awesome video, just stay safe out there.

[@teddyours3365]

Hi Safa, idk if you are reading this but i just wanted you to know that i've come to cycling like 4 years ago and really started watching your videos 2 years ago and they all are awesome and really helped me get more confident through traffic and in descents but this one is by far the most impressive and the footage is awesome, i could nearly feel it... thanks for all the skills your videos taught me anyways §

[@anony-ic3pz]

Dang...when going between the cars my biggest fear is someone popping a door to chuck some trash or a loogie...stay safe, Brian

[@thetechfromheaven]

I always death grip going thru cars, it's literal playing roulette with doors on a daily basis 💀

[@tomsterbg8130]

Knowing people in where i live, i so expected someone to intentionally put an end to the middle-riding by swerving into him.

[@KeanuSwayze]

Despite all of the predicted carnage, the only carnage is this comment section. Keep riding the way you love to ride, Brian!

[@frazebean5117]

I love your videos Safa but this one is crazy. Too dangerous.

[@sreebubunbarman3384]

Cycle name

[@SendingStache]

I ride motorcycles and bicycles. I understand everyone who rides both is different, but I personally trust myself and my machine more in the case of motorcycles. I feel more capable on them and that I can get them to respond to my needs better. That being said, I don’t know I’d even ride my motorcycle like this, at these speeds. Incredible bike control. As always, I’m in awe. You’re a master of your craft, as insane as it is!

[@hellohello-yi8yr]

The bike control insane

[@acalabash]

You really should not be doing this. It's not a case of you just risking your own life, you put drivers at risk of making dangerous split second decisions by riding this way. Also, if you get killed in an accident caused by this recklessness, some other person will have to live with having killed someone. This is downright immoral, and strictly speaking probably illegal as well

[@marielsommer2544]

wow! gran video y edición, muchísimo respeto a esa gran habilidad, aparte me sorprende un chingo que Safa conoce mejor cdmx que miles de personas que nacimos y crecimos ahí. Creo que es parte de la cosecha de ser tan explorador , ratonero y basicamente una leyenda sobre la bici. Gracias por compartir la adrenalina, mis manos no pararon de sudar!!!

[@Forgot10]

I once did intervals on a road I didn't know. On the last interval I was doing 40+ km/h between two rows of cars standing at a red light. It went well, but I decided that I'm not doing that ever again. Here you just casually cruise between even more lanes of packed traffic at similar and even greater speeds. This is truly terrifying.

[@kynzie14]

4:55 almost took my breath away

[@YeahRightWm3]

4:54...heart was like...dropping out of chest

[@Jin.Sensei]

18:50 oh man, im laughing like an idiot... I didn't expect that.

[@jean-paullanglois5452]

Oui tu rit comme toi-même 😊!!!!

[@Fadelabdalkhalik]

Hi Safa ,Thanks for the great videos . is it still summer in Mexico ?

[@johnobrien6869]

Regardless of our view on this...one thing is undeniable. The level of skill required. The reaction time and anticipation is up there with professional racing car drivers.

[@thetechfromheaven]

I work doing app delivery and get this feeling every day slicing through the traffic in the bike doing 40+kmh. You should come to Nogales Sonora Brian we have some amazing tracks and some annoying traffic to slice thru despite being a small town 😂

[@Ezekiel_Burton]

Haha same here in England, weaving thru traffic becomes second nature when you do food delivery. You learn driver habits and get great reaction times 👍👍

[@silviugheorghe7118]

Very cool video. Can I ask what camera setup did you use to have those data on the video? Thank you

[@rafamenjau9739]

i didn´t had to start watching the video before hitting the like button, every Mexico City video is always epic. You really inspire so much people, hope to keep watching amazing videos. Greeting man.

[@Beareight8]

Hello, I would like to know which brand of action camera you use？ Where is the action camera in this video set up?

[@SonnyDarvish]

Him: Balls of Steel 💪 We: 🫣

[@AlexEhay]

[@AlejandroGonzalez-lp5iw]

México gracias por venir y montar esas curvas me sorprende lo liso que está está carretera 🛣️😤😤😤💚💚

[@OM-sb2bd]

The fact that Brian is still here doing this after all these years … is gonzo!!! You either trust your tires or you don’t! 😂🔥🤘🏻⭐️🚴🏻‍♂️☮️ And how about the motorcycle tracker!! BALLS OF STEAL

[@the-expertstreetb-racer5832]

I think the RPM is the pedal rotation. What is PWR calculation?

[@Jimmyfpv_]

Not only are your skills next-level sharp, but also your conditioning to be able to maintain that power and doing bursts all over the ride. I have ridden a motorcycle in those streets and I wouldn’t attempt what you did lol

[@harittzpeawsaad44]

Hi I love your video. May I ask how you added speed meter on the video ?

[@SAFABrian]

safa.link/data-overlays

[@harittzpeawsaad44]

@@SAFABrian Many thanks for reply. Safe ride !!

[@gangstreG123]

When I think of "breakneck speed", I imagine Safa's riding like this.

[@rodolfobaliga7577]

Man! im your avid fan coz im a biker too from Philippines, i watched some of your videos really awesome, But this one is really one of the most dangerous video of yours. Im praying for your safety bro.

[@nwadillargue]

Yoo what places you get to?

[@channelfps]

Insano, ele é dos meus, a sensação de ultrapassar os carros é maravilhosa

[@chillipepperoni]

18:50 I can't even

[@fromzerotonothing301]

you can't win everytime buddy

[@user-rp8nf3mk8p]

Balls to the walls that’s for sure. Thank you for the exciting video! 🚴‍♂️

[@rogereheadbyrne4790]

Mexico City is Awesome and this footage is Awesome too! Now i know why i get so pumped watching Brian, its because not only are you the Goat at this stuff i understand why you want to relive your days as a courier! I applaud your Skill!🙏

[@MrLoose26]

i'm speechless the speed and skills are just mind blowing, hats off but stay safe

[@williammccormick1092]

18:49 haha, whoops.

[@lwinmoeaung6855]

Can I ask one question ?? What difference Grave Road and Road bike why they're are same build ??? 😊😊

[@yijuntey]

Wow this was a crazy one. The two-way traffic, people, and insane speeds. Loved it

[@ulises8747]

Felicidades. Un extranjero rompiendo o imponiendo algo nuca antes visto en esta ciudad de México. Aunque se transgredio la norma de tránsito. Pero fenomenal. Que reflejos y que huevos de hacer esto. Super chingón. Felicidades. Very good.

[@davidcampuzano4849]

EN UNA OCASIÓN BAJÓ DESDE EL PICO DEL AGUILA ( AJUSCO ) CON UNA CHICA MÉXICANA , PONEN LOS PELOS DE PUNTA 😁

[@Nas-Uu]

I am a fan of your videos and hope to see you ride for a long time! But what you are doing in this video is simply mad. Please refrain from doing this type of ride and stay safe!

[@skandinav_nummer1]

Who is cameraman and what cycle does he use?

[@tommykarate6226]

On fire Safa , best I've seen since you did that track bike in Mexico with Terry B , that was intense brother still my fave 🔥🔥👍👍

[@p3tT4n1]

Its not speed that kills, its skill that keeps you alive.

[@appetit2619]

Love the commentary. I've always love street riding so being able to get some insights and tips from your riding is so helpful. Sending love from Thailand. 🤟🔥

[@raabidskate]

This is insane! Your control and speed are amazing

[@Indefield]

18:49 LOL

[@Truebluehendo]

Awesome riding mate!! Pleasure to watch. Thanks

[@Rhys314]

It's not awesome, he poses an accident hazard and breaks other people's car property.

[@Kirk-01]

Road bikes are 8 times faster than mountain bikes

[@nikkofied]

what a pure skill in that 20 secs since 19:50. Especially to the guy who's crossing the road 19:59 - must be shocked that he almost died

[@jEsperesence]

I want to ride like Brian! Minus the sketchy-scary riding in the city with high traffic and potholed roads !😅

[@thetechfromheaven]

Pretty much no way to skip the sketchy-scary part. I work doing bike app delivery in México and it's something you have to deal with on a daily basis, Just perks of living in the 3rd World I guess 😂

[@Gabriel-vt2jy]

i feel u haha. Andar en bici en el tercer mundo es duro, sobre todo cuando realmente te queres mover del punto A al B de la manera mas rápida. Saludos desde Nic @@thetechfromheaven

[@claudeschweizer3932]

what also should be mentioned: if ure able to ride on a highskill level, speed can be an advantage :) a taxi turning and u just quickly pass it by, so theres no time for it to actually hit you. You just gotta be aware x10 and THINK AHEAD. But that needs skill, training and focus. :) that's why it's so shocking to the outside, and im sure still scary to safa, but it's a comletely different thing than for an average rider. No need to be too scared ^^ But still, always wiishing safa all the best from the bottom of my heart. Yet rather be confident with him, instead of being frightened :)

[@madyogi6164]

Brian, love your rides. So cool. Yours and your friend's skills are amazing! Stay safe and don't push it there where you don't have to. ;-) Salute!

[@nemure]

what is the speed limit there if you keep passing all the cars at 60km/h easily?

[@standalouda]

18:47 🤭🤫😁

[@CT_KD6-3.7]

Note: Professional rider, on an open course. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME ✌🏻💀. If anything the safest side to pass (if there is one in this case) in on the curb/right side (unless there are cars turning right, then it’s a quick dive to the left 🤔. Awesome job Safa on making it through and not dying…🤘🏼😎.

[@BartAndrzejewski]

19:59 was close call AF.

[@ernestopreciado4895]

1 or 2 seconds made all the difference 💀

[@martinhudobivnik5895]

He sees over cars, POV is lower. Doesn't make it any less sketchy though, that's for sure 😂

[@headster_music]

hey Safa! This vids are awesome, how do you get your speed/pwr/route into the videos? Is it some kind of Garmins plugin? Would love to hear from you, greetings

[@LucBerthelotte]

Normally a fan also, but not with this. It gives us a bad name and gets us hated. We try so hard to be accepted and respected on the roads. This is a huge NO and way too much risk and nonsense. Allthis passing??? Tractor trailers and cars with oncoming traffic. Sorry man, you risked your life and others lives also. Really not cool Brian. Sorry bud. I love cycling but not sketchy and very risky cycling. Good luck with surviving

[@roadcyclist1]

Shutup with this nonsense. You don't speak for anyone except yourself. Stop trying to speak for me and others.

[@ernestopreciado4895]

I would agree with you, and indeed there were very sketchy moments. But I see a big difference between this and stuff the likes of Terry B's monster track videos. The difference is that Safa stays in traffic the whole time, he's quite only risking himself like everyone else on traffic with any vehicle, and he's risking less other people than a reckless car driver because you can only do so much damage with a bike. Meanwhile those other types of stuff I mentioned go into pedestrians all the time and even yell at them to stay off their line, actually being a danger and feeling entitled to being one. They are infuriating. This is just anxiety fuel.

[@LucBerthelotte]

@@ernestopreciado4895 sorry man, I totally disagree. They are putting everyone at risk. Put a motorcycle doing this and you want to shoot him because he is now telling everyone, look at how cool I am with all the risks I’m taking just to do a video for you. It’s making me famous even though you will all be hated with the 2% of the drivers that will hate us even more. Make all the efforts you want so we can have our place on the roads but I will keep screwing it up for you. Dude, this is not justifiable. I like the guy, but this is too much. 😉 they could have caused so many accidents! For what? Keep on riding hard and smart and keep on having fun 🤩