Cheering myself up! Riding a BIG HILL to get endorphins!

[@jimdrake9528]

One of the best mountain bike riders the world has ever seen scared of cattle grids 🤣 priceless. Love it 😀

[@jeremyb6980]

I too had a giggle at that thought, huge drops at warp speed v a Cattle Grid. Great vid

[@kennyo6582]

it's those skinny tires and that drop bar. if she were on her downhill rig she would blast right over it.

[@paxtonhunter6308]

pro tip: you can watch movies on kaldroStream. I've been using it for watching all kinds of movies recently.

[@raylandalton4555]

@Paxton Hunter yup, I've been using KaldroStream for months myself =)

[@rachelbetson2742]

"I'm not stopping, just looking at the view" 😂 I've used that one plenty of times 😂

[@DavidWalton18121964]

Great video. Thanks for taking us along. Keep them coming

[@davon8561]

Love the video Rachel . You add humour which is needed on climbs like that . Just like a big kid going over cattle grids 😁😁. Thanks keep them coming .

[@jfvanschalkwyk]

Hi Rachel, a super nice video and you are a super nice person!!! I only recently discovered your channel and watched a bunch of your videos! Love your natural and unpretentious attitude! Wish you all the best for the seasons ahead! I have just become a bugger fan of yours than what I was before!!!

[@LovetheIPAs]

Whenever I think of postponing a ride, I'll then remember how great I feel afterwards! Love the scenery of your route - would love to get over there once we're traveling again.

[@stolimano3723]

Just found this channel. It’s minging weather today but thanks to your bubbly enthusiasm, I’m inspired to go out. Hope you do more vlogs. Also your hardline commentary was great.

[@PhaktTheIsolationist]

World champion downhill racer bricking herself over a cattle grid......... Is what I like about the Atherton's, they're good, normal people achieving greatness through hard work. Respect.

[@l.k.1011]

What is it, that "hard work" is so idolised my humans? It's like only when you suffer, something is worth doing it... ^^

[@wlukeh]

It's about earning and deserving your rewards. It's about bouncing back in the face of adversity and always making the most of what you have. Not about sitting at home whining because of the dozens of reasons you can find to not go out. ...

[@l.k.1011]

@@wlukeh Well, sounds like there is a lot of fight-mentality going on. Very exhausting. ^^ ;)

[@3mtech]

@@l.k.1011 You are the one being confrontational. "Hard work" is rhetorical. Mowing lawn is "hard work" and I hate it, climbing 10k feet on my bike is "hard work" and I love it. For some,"if its too hard it aint worth it", and others "if its too easy it aint worth it".

[@l.k.1011]

@@3mtech Only if someone feels confronted. ;)

[@micheandmikey]

You're always just so fun...great spirits and just seem like such a nice person. Fun ride, rubber side down eh?! :)

[@robertoconnell3992]

lovely country, lovely commentary thanks Rachel!

[@01FozzyS]

Loving this other side of you,Rach! Nothing wrong with road riding. Always nice to enjoy some scenery and that scenery sure looks nice! More of this content!

[@noraalexandraanghel7977]

Such a cool & uplifting video! Wales looks like a fairytale!

[@craigharrison6301]

Thanks for the lovely views around Dyfi. I can't wait till we can get back there

[@derbyc1972]

Thanks for sharing, loved this, lovely to see the gorgeous countryside and hear your thoughts, can't wait to see you back racing but definitely more like this too, thanks Rachel

[@kountification]

It's really fun to see that side of you!!! Less stressful for us too!!! Sheers!!

[@billincolumbia]

Beautiful ride! Thanks for putting the vid together and sharing.

[@Martin-yl5zb]

Watching Rachel while recovering from a fractured collar bone makes me want to get back on the bike again. Thanks Rachel!!

[@RachelAtherton1]

you will be back soon!

[@steveflor9942]

Every bit as beautiful as I'd imagined Wales to be. Great footage. THNX

[@FollowThomas]

Nice ride in this beautiful landscape.

[@tinachambers4887]

Rachel what a beautiful place to live true champions always hate to miss the big rides I'll be looking for you next season love from TEXAS

[@leeallman1982]

Enjoying the comedy value / sense of humor in the vlogs.

[@atomicinjun]

Very awesome! If it weren't for you, Janeen would have gotten a bike to go riding with me. Thank you for sharing your love for riding from your fan in Phoenix AZ - USA.

[@pauljnicholls3929]

It's good to see you out enjoying the views and chilling out. It's was almost like being there with you. Cool vid.

[@CMOOREtbay]

Thanks for showing us some of your home life! You make us want to ride😀😃and smile!

[@mogulhopper]

Delightful video Rachel such a stunning place to live . You must miss riding worlds but made the right decision to be 100% . We ALL want to see you back in the pack especially now there is fresh competition chomping at the bit ! "I'm not stopping I'm just looking at the view"!!! .... you stopped . Keep these lifestyle vlogs coming !

[@Lylisuvanto]

Great video, so much positive energy in your vids!

[@stuartwoodburn2653]

Amazing views, Autumn has not started here in South Holland. Watching this I am looking forward to the colours thank you a lovely ride in Wales.

[@stevehague3836]

It's a great honor to see you in this video actually enjoy riding the road.i usually save the road ride for cooler weather. Thanks for sharing your adventure 👍

[@FRAGMENTAL]

Worth it for those views and poppin' colours! Thanks for the ride 👍🏻

[@jeremyb6980]

Loved that, stunning views. get well soon

[@philk9227]

Lovely part of the country! Thanks for sharing the ride. Hope you are back to racing form again soon. Stay safe

[@jonathansapier7574]

“ I’ve run out of gears” 😂😂😂. One of my regular phrases! 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@RachelAtherton1]

seems to happen alot!

[@odd_job_007]

Beautiful area! I can’t imagine the emotions you’d go through not racing this weekend. All the best with your recovery!

[@raulschwarz1626]

already liked it and I haven't even seen it yet... been a fan ever since the Atherton family. cant wait to see u racing again!! sending stoke from Tasmania.

[@nigelfox6683]

What a stunning place to call home...

[@steviedieselblood334]

The perfect vlog to get me out on my bike. Thank you

[@rafaluevano1870]

Those are some beautiful views!!! Cadle grids also make me nervous some times

[@Genevieve8002]

Wow, thank you for sharing, so much beauty in Wales!!

[@richardbrock4138]

One of my favourite places.....in the world......don't get to visit as often as i'd like but nice to feel a bit of dyfi magic watching these😃👍

[@bennymanfrost]

You and your Bros are all a class act and inspire us all!

[@estonianpunk]

You are absolutely adorable, Rachel. On a rainy day You're the sunshine in Wales.

[@benjybluehat]

Love your vids. So real.

[@secretagent86]

ingenious shorts for the ladies. very good video. subscribed

[@normdouglas]

Hope you're well Rachel... brilliant video.

[@francoisluneau]

Hi from Canada! KZbin’s algorithm has suggested this video and was right, I loved visiting this route with you. First time seeing anything from you, but it bodes well, instant subscription. Hope you find you race shape soon.

[@fernadnoamorim08]

30 meter jumps? No problem .. Cow grill? Omagash hahah... You so Funny Rach!! Big Fan... Get welll soon

[@stevewright2813]

Love the scenery! Thanks for sharing

[@stephenjeffreys4219]

Thanks for taking me along - loved it especially the cattlegrids which I expect you bunny hopped on the way down

[@pedaleou]

those slippery cow grid as a tram rail gives me a chill... I had an accident this year with less than that when crossing a tram rail... I hate road bikes for that because thin tires like that are always a risk on wet conditions... I had enter it totally right and prepared to cross it without any problems but kissed the road...

[@samuelhenderson6570]

Love you Rachel! You’re the best!!

[@markyzxr]

Great vid, thanks for sharing

[@marceldroid4242]

Thanks for the ride!, loving Wales now

[@WaechterDerNacht]

Nice! Was thinking about riding today aswell but was just too cold today. Waiting for skiing season now. Btw: What i often do is rolling my jackets up and tying the arms of the jacket around the handlebars. Works pretty well.

[@harleyboyd9998]

You are a joy Thanks for a view of Gods beauty

[@rosshood6825]

Great video. Something different. Cool 😎

[@buffplums]

Really enjoyed this video. I love this area xx

[@piperkennard7607]

I love this video, you should do more road rides. It really is some beautiful country 😁

[@carolinelief9132]

Kudos for cycling uphill, talking and filming!

[@RachelAtherton1]

haha thanks!

[@johncooper7242]

brilliant...! thank you sharing your ride with us...what a beautiful part of the UK you live in . I wish I could find the motivation to start cycling again at 70 but I just can't face the initial period of pain building some stamina and fitness.

[@RachelAtherton1]

get an ebike! they are truly amazing and will give you that happiness and freedom without the reliance on physical fitness, my mum loves hers!

[@Amenh24]

Enjoyed the smiles and motivational pep talk! :D

[@marcusFZ6]

That was a good video and it's nice listening to how you find road riding & why it works for you. Great views and scary downhill's with only rim brakes, hahahahaha

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

Good vid cheers Chris & Sam

[@asun3630]

We miss you in DH Rachel! I am a huge fan of all the Athertons. Just bought a DYFI sweater from the website! Fits perfect. I recommend the online shop, it has a bunch of great affordable stuff!

[@jeremyatkinson4976]

A lot of mountainbikers actually ride out for the scenery. We aren't all downhillers.

[@willbick3]

Have you explored Abergynolwyn area - Birds rock and Castell y Bere ? Wonderful area for road riding and just a few km up the road

[@jonathanfletcher9533]

Thanks for this vid Rachel, enjoyed the ride!

[@paulapplegate9664]

Hurry back , watching Downhill without you is like watching Golf without Tiger ! 🙂

[@skeres01]

The woman's Downhill is killer this year, but would love to see Rachel in the mix.

[@humpy125]

Tigers would make golf interesting

[@skeres01]

@@humpy125 Killer ;-)

[@the.rural.tribeuk]

Nice to see the road ride actually, I do both road and MTB

[@martin.B777]

Beautiful!🚵‍♂️😉

[@MKDon-di6yd]

Beautiful scenery we liked it 😊

[@christianboehm5354]

inspired me to hit the roads again. Just for a fun ride... Parks are closing the winter is coming soon.... Greetings from Germany

[@guypolson]

Beautiful ride

[@allocke9446]

That was beautiful.

[@ranzmtb9741]

You have nice relaxing place

[@flpirate4565]

I love the country side ,Beautiful scenery, Beautiful woman. I'm glad that you survived that road crash with that car. Be safe,p.s. love your Beautiful Dog. Thanks

[@jareou]

You're great, I enjoyed this, thanks!

[@steviedsolve]

I love Corris. Thanks for reviving a few memories. I guess it's going to be a while before we can get in to do the cliMachX again. I rode up through the bike park back in 2016 and saw Affy cutting trees down. You guys have done wonders in 4 years. I must come back next year.

[@justinsparrey177]

You should get a gravel bike... Perfect terrain round your manor 🤙

[@TGormania]

In 1996 my brother and I took our bikes from Canada to Ireland. I wish we had the gopro stuff back then. We had 35mm cameras. LOL!

[@barryf1966]

Lovely Welsh scenery and fun vid 🍺

[@ThinkyPain]

Beautiful ride, thanks for sharing!

[@fireblade1986]

hey girl, keep your head up, you've got nothing to prove. It's just sad for the others cause there is a lack of reference without you on the track. Would love to see you back again, but it's got to feel right... just getting back to riding aswell after Shoulder seperation and ACL+MCL. Seeing you Tahnee working your way back helped a lot in keeping my rehab going. Gravelriding and Swimming it is for me to find my balance ... miss Kitesurfing and Snowboarding so much though but for now its only MTB

[@corriedotdev]

Totally thinking of you today watching round 2 today. Glad to see you're on two wheels still!

[@RedHeadGuitar]

It's always so cool to see when superstars are personable, down to earth people. I think I haven't seen you without a full-face before and you know what, you look and sound pretty damn similar to a good friend of mine...that's crazy. :) Wish you all the best in these effed up times.

[@theoryfish3491]

You're funny. Honest. My kind of girl. Love the video girl.

[@RachelAtherton1]

thank you!

[@sonofsupernova3455]

Hey, hope you’re doing alright. Thanks for the motivation.

[@andrewgreenwood8727]

You will soon be back Rach ! Doing the business as you do Back to winning ways I'm sure ! I think we all agree it would of been wonderful to see you competing in the world champs ! & The two races in maribor !! Will it be next season now or is there a chance for one of the last two meets in portugal ! Love the vid, it was Lovely of you to show us around on the road bike around the wonderful Dyfi area ! Keep positive Rach ! You will come back better than ever ,keep believing ! Keep strong 💪🤙👍🌲🌲🚵🌲🌲🌲😃

[@weekendwarrior4790]

So awesome!! Post more🙏🏽 Be careful on that roadie🙈

[@welshbikepackingadventures]

lovely doggy

[@devononair]

I enjoyed the uphill element to the video. There are plenty of adrenaline-based bike videos on youtube, so this makes a nice change.

[@markbond1209]

Thanks for sharing the ride. As always amazing! Take care!

[@gotocov]

Remember the nasty crash you had it wasn't nice and remember how long it taken you to recover, love the open road in Wales ride by devils bridge ( Aberystwyth ) now and then your clip as remind me just how lovely it is around that way. Hope to see you on Red Bull TV soon 😉

[@mark77woody]

Whoa! Steady on with that zip Rach😆

[@amiramz]

miss you on the world cup / championship.. awesome vid rachel! cheers!

[@thegreyman6500]

Know those roads well, brings back many happy memories, beautiful area to ride. Let's hope they can get the dyfi enduro back on in 2021🙏🤞

[@RachelAtherton1]

good to hear that! dyfi is special...

[@GordyP041]

Wales looks amazing thanks for the share 👍

[@secretagent86]

this is the first (but not the last!) video of yours I have seen. You bring a joyous enthusiasm to your show. Old and fat i still make it up 20 percent grades, but one handed? omg. great athlete. I follow a lovely lady Katie Kookaboora (spelling?) and she is fantastic too. but what i REALLY enjoyed is no dumb watts and strava...just great roads (and NO CARS), and your wonderful smile. thanks, please stay safe and use two hands on cattle grids. Curious about how you mount the go pro for some shots.

[@phillipcowan1444]

Such beautiful countryside! I would never be able to tell anyone where I've been because I can't say the Welsh names,lol. My mom's family is Welsh but I didn't get the pronunciation gene apparently.

[@martgree]

Lovely part of the world to ride

[@paulmckenzie1191]

You guys need to come riding in New Zealand was convid in gone!! Keep tight lines 🙃🤟Paul