Cycling around Lake Tahoe for the FIRST TIME

My first time riding around lake Tahoe was AMAZING! I had Stefano be my guide and show me around this gigantic, and extremely beautiful lake. I brought my family to get away for the first time since the quarantine has lifted. So I talk at the end about my issues with finding balance between bikes and family when traveling.
Cycling around lake Tahoe and especially cycling around Emerald Bay is must. But I'll be honest, the mountain bike trails were where it was at. I got to ride MTB twice and if I had to bring just one bike, it would be the MTB. The lake loop is not very challenging though, so it's a great ride for any skill level. Cycling in Lake Tahoe is best around June to October during a weekday if thats possible. And going clockwise is the perfed direction.
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[@taylorbrasher4252]

"Cycling is a selfish sport. So make sure you're not selfish off the bike. Support the ones who support you." Probably the best advice you have ever given.

[@TheVCAdventures]

Its advice I myself often need to be reminded about.

[@rizkiyoist]

15:04

[@kevinxiong8720]

Damn this quote hits hard! Got me fkd up.

[@igorpodlipnik7405]

Yeah, it's swesome! My other gobby is photography and there is this exact same quote going around as well. Go on vacation with a family and if you want to do some photography, get up before sunrise, go out shooting and get back around the time kids get up, so you get to do both. Don't be to selfish... 🖖

[@XX-is7ps]

Not sure cycling is any more selfish than any other sport?

[@austinpowers1044]

Tyler!!! Do you realize how many people you have inspired to take up cycling? Crazy right. Keep up the great work dude!!!!

[@HuntersCyclingAdventures]

Right he is amazing every time I get tired while riding I think of his impossible routes and just push thru the pain

[@tueighty]

As a father myself, I have a hard time finding the time to be in the saddle, there's always more work to be done and things for the kiddos, keeping the lady happy with our relationship... Everything! I appreciate when you put some family life balance in your videos! It really gives me hope that I can become a better cyclist and maintain a good famly life too! Thank you!

[@topmech71]

I'm not a father and I can't find the time and energy for it anymore, LOL. If I was a father kiss it goodbye...I might find the time for 30 minutes on the trainer!!! Cycling is fun but takes a good portion of your time and energy. Hopefully this guy takes the kids sometimes and lets her go have some fun with her friends maybe.

[@CallMeJack08]

Dude, your best videos are the the ones where you drive it home about spending time with the ones who care about you.

[@dickthomson3436]

Rode the loop 11 years ago and this guy and a gal pull up along side of me on a Harley...They handed me a beer...So I took it...We rode side by side for maybe a mile...As they accelerated the gal slaps my butt and yells out...”Nice ass dude”. One of the most remarkable moments I’ve experienced in 60+ years of cycling...Cheers!!!

[@shawnchen9787]

This is a thing for me now when watching VeganCyclist videos Like first, scroll down to comment, then watch the vid :) Always get a positive vibe and energy here! Edit: "Cycling is a selfish sport. So make sure you're not selfish off the bike. Support the ones who support you." -ThE VeGaN CycLisT 2020

[@sineadtwomey5553]

Shawn Chen yep, immediately hit the like button

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

Looks beautiful! As a husband and a father i also need to think about family. Loved that you included that in the end.

[@markr.k8260]

Rode counterclockwise from Tahoe City in 1986. Spooner Summit was 100 degrees (September) and tough. Ride from Donner Lake to Sierraville on 89 to 49. round trip is only 50 miles Mountains go on forever Beautiful.

[@merickrickman4092]

That truck in the beginning is an IVGID vehicle (Incline Village General Improvement District). Maybe contact someone there and show them the video. Best time to ride Tahoe used to be late spring and late fall. Now, we have so many more vehicles all year up here. Mid-week and early. Be safe out there, thanks for the vid.

[@thefatcyclist2315]

Merick Rickman yeah your right. It had an EX plate.

[@mj7160]

@The Vegan Cyclist Call them & report. You can't leave drivers like this uncountable. Next person might not be an ex-pro and end u in a wheelchair or worse.

[@miltw3]

Tyler - I’m always impressed by your insistence and motivation to ensure your family is a priority. Great example!

[@KD-bk3it]

Wow! Hats off to Shane for navigating out of an extremely dangerous situation and being so gracious about it. I don't think I would have had to the grace to let that guy go without having some serious words with him.

[@thefatcyclist2315]

Kevin Dickerson thank you dude!

[@billyschmidt7184]

13:40 is what we needed to hear. Family time\saddle time balance.

[@ckokomo808]

Thanks for the valuable life lesson. As I’ve gotten more serious in running and my relationship with my fiancé. I have to remember that my awesome runs are something she doesn’t and can’t really experience. I have to work to support her as she supports me. It takes effort and sacrifice but is worth it because I love her. Thanks for the video and sweet scenery. I’ll have to check it out there!

[@kirku9589]

Loop Flathead lake MT next? 85miles. Maybe going to the sun road too?

[@scottking788]

GTSR represent!!! Grew up in Tahoe but Logan Pass - Labor Day 2014 - makes my all time list!!!

[@garettsimpson1396]

This might be the best video you’ve made, Tyler. I’ve often noticed how you own your role as a parent and husband. We’ll never do it perfectly while having amazing adventures but you inspire me to be better with my wife and kids. Also, this video made me want to vacation in Tahoe!

[@PepeDalinShow]

3:43 What the heck?! That was really close! Awesome video btw, I really enjoyed it. Great message too about supporting the people who support you.

[@8rk]

When VC gets to a meeting 20 minutes earlier than he thought he was, he's still 10 minutes late. :)

[@julienutter4882]

Thank you for the video. I MTB there last summer, such a beautiful spot. Nice to spend time with the family. I am an old woman and I too bring my bikes and leave my husband to wait for me while I ride. He is not as cute as your children though.

[@danoesq2]

I rode with a friend of mine in the 80's from Sunnyvale to South Lake in two and a half days loaded with 50 lbs. of supplies each. We entered through Carson Pass and kicked ass on every ultralight biker on the way. Now that's a real ride! Plus we never lifted our ass off the bike, legs only.

[@sknkwrksowner]

Side note...the white truck gave me flashbacks to your jump into the tailgate! 😨🤢😬

[@TheVCAdventures]

Same, so I backed way off and thinking I was about to see Shane ninja flip into the bed.

[@marcuspartridge11]

Did you guys consider confronting that guy? I'd want to sooo bad 🤨

[@buzzerking]

@@marcuspartridge11 Sounds like it's just not worth it. They'd have to detour and follow that dude god knows how long just to tell him he's being unsafe. Dude probably already has an ego driving like that and would probably kill the vibe if he's confronted. You remember how that police man acted when Tyler confronted him right? This guy is likely going to be worse.

[@thefatcyclist2315]

Marcus Partridge it’s not worth it though. I have confronted people, then had them try to run me over literally with their car, then called 911 and had the operator say, “what do you want me to do about it sir”. Seriously no joke. Lol. At that point once nobody was hurt it’s just best to move on.

[@thefatcyclist2315]

The Vegan Cyclist Hahaha I don’t have those Brazilian skills. I would have just head smashed straight into his tailgate. Lol

[@cplgnarbucket1413]

Glad your were able to make it here and ride the lake loop. It was amazing during full lockdown. No traffic around the lake at all.

[@samuelmundula2216]

When I did this ride (2 years ago almost to the day!) I noticed the difference in drivers between the Nevada side & California side was like night and day - Cali was nice, courteous, never had a close call. Nevada side was a close call every couple minutes, constant honking, generally unpleasant drivers.

[@RepublicanJesusthe2nd]

Republicans are angry entitled pick-up truck driving a holes.Democrats are more tolerant.

[@jairusmartinez1209]

steffano is mad serious HAHA does the man smile ;)

[@isaiahhudson3729]

Almost got him at 8:18... almost :)

[@Enigma71559]

Ahhh, re-living great memories from a year ago. Did "America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride" that follows the same route around the lake with an extra 30 mile loop to make it a century. Even during an organized ride, there were a few areas where traffic was pretty hairy. I had also never been to Tahoe before and was really impressed with how gorgeous it was.

[@easykinaka]

I absolutely love your videos VC. I got into cycling because of COVID I started out only being able to do 6 miles. I’ve worked my way up to 50. You’re an inspiration to me! Thank you.

[@jacobandmaggieable]

I try to do the Tahoe loop every spring. One of the most beautiful places in the world

[@spencerfuller7623]

My favorite video you've made so far! Loved the balance you are striving for in cycling and family life.

[@scottking788]

I was born in South Lake Tahoe, grew up at Stateline, Zephyr Cove Elementary School alumni, done that loop plenty; you actually did it justice, thanks for the nostalgia. BTW that stretch between Sand Harbor and Spooner Summit was scary 35 years ago - no shoulder and that won't change. Emerald Bay is epic either way, glad it got props, along with family time. I'm a little homesick now - well done!!!!

[@gregorybraithhunter]

1. I've really grown to love your videos--thanks! 2. For me, Tahoe is such a treat to ride...I find a time to do it yearly (and was just up there--from Santa Cruz--a couple days ago). Peace!

[@Ataraxia_Atom]

Love Tahoe. I was born up here in Reno, so Tahoe has been a part of my entire life. Love it

[@BennettStan]

Safeway parking lot meet up! You realize that summer is extremely busy in Tahoe! Take that truck turning times 20x. Only boats with Tahoe Stickers were allowed on the Lake, during the spring months. Yes, Emerald bay is a cluster during the summer - locals avoid at all costs. Good ride is Blackwood Canyon - quiet little to no cars, good hill climb. Long time local with US ski team son.

[@w.j.g.vanklaveren2346]

The truck going to the right? Hopefully the driver sees this right? Just insane.... no words.... be safe Vegan Cyclist, greetings from the Netherlands ;) (tomorrow a trip to De ronde parcours, be jealous ;))

[@olivergroning6421]

Great Video! It reminds me of when I did the loop in 2013 when I visited northern California and Nevada for cycling. It was late in April and quite windy and starting in King's Beach I knew that the first half will be tailwind and then 60 km of headwind. I was confident to pick-up a fellow rider or group on the way. However, I was astonished how few cyclists there were and of the few none rally matched my pace It was maybe still early in the year, so I ended up of riding most of the route by myself. The day was beautiful and bright with quite some snow left on the mountains. Coming from Switzerland I know some quite epic rides in the Alps, but Lake Tahoe is definitively very, very special. Your video reminded me of that incredible ride and day, thanks!

[@b_runs99]

Great video bro! Love the emphasis on being there for your family 🤙🏼

[@johnknox4293]

thanks for taking us along on your bike and boat rides

[@TssrTyler]

Powerful message at the end. I know it’s something I need to work on. Great stuff!

[@Raiendrops]

Always digging your energy VC! As a father of two the lessons you've learned carries forward. Thank you my dude!

[@walterpaz3831]

Hey man! I’m a 55 years young dude !! Cyclists for about 4 years ! I’ve been watching your videos for a while this one man ! Is at the top !! Keep the good work !! Yeah!!🤙

[@marcuspartridge11]

Another great video! Can't believe you had never been to Tahoe. I used to live in Sacramento & would go often. Also appreciate the positive message about giving back to the family! You're a good example to us all 👍😎

[@Intentsrig]

I about spit out my beer with that "I'm an asshole" edit haha

[@ericherrera123]

Super cool. Thanks for sharing! Great life advice. We all can relate.

[@Jake-bo1zw]

I am new to cycling and I will also be new at being a father as of September. You are a great example of what it takes to maximize your level of fun for your hobby, while being a great father and husband. Truly inspiring. Keep up the great work.

[@EdWilliamstech]

Spot on, awesome ride AND family time are hard to beat.

[@allydidier791]

I love watching your videos and you're a great storyteller! Also, it's easy to see the effort you put into your family. No one is perfect, but you are giving your family some amazing memories

[@happyjim8027]

So happy that you include family in your vlog...good cyclist...better family man. Thnx

[@standish250]

Travelled to Tahoe every year for snowboarding while growing up. Living in Texas, it was amazing to experience that. Didn’t take many trips during the summer unfortunately and sadly haven’t been in about 5 years. Soooo excited to go in July for a 55k on the Tahoe Rim Trail! Glad you enjoyed it out there

[@HumaneNewt]

Such a good video. Tyler making the best content on KZbin for sure!

[@thefatcyclist2315]

Yes!!!!! Thank you again for an amazing day bro.

[@hiddenrob6289]

I got to be honest we all love cycling videos this is just what I need to get it going the blood I love it. I always watch these before I go out and get my body moving. I love when I always watch one of these, and then put up my heavy playlist I love like Delta Parole and then I just go haaaaard!!!! Tactic hasnt let me down yet.

[@adrian.howell]

"Dude, I don't wanna sound like Joe Rogan..."

[@Daroo425]

"Life Rips" sounds like D'idlia

[@jeepnie87]

So good. So good. I've experienced all your words at the end so many times. Sometimes it's such a struggle to give the family 100% of your energy on a FAMILY vacation, when you've wrecked yourself on a super hard ride, and woke up at 4am to do so. "support the ones who support you" Awesome. Thanks for the vid! This ride is on the bucket list!

[@DAlexKablack]

4:00 he's right, u just knew that dude was about to turn in front of him. Years of experience will get you used to that, how often they decide to pull around you with 40 feet to cut a turn at 45 mph with no signal. One time my friend had this happen but we happened to be going only about 15 mph. He decided not to cut back across the lane toward the inside, but instead just kept going forward. You can say he ran into the side of his car (as the driver tried to argue), but the police disagreed. Got a brand new bike.

[@soccernerd200]

well I mean yeah he had his signal on, no shit he's gonna turn in front of him

[@andrewbesold3872]

Get that ass fired! S/He was driving a company vehicle when s/he did that crap to you.

[@pfscanna]

@@andrewbesold3872 Looks like a city vehicle for Incline Village

[@badhorse84]

I do have years of experience, but I will never get used to it...it is crazy everytime...someone just tried to kill you..you can't used to it...

[@StevePatak]

@@pfscanna Vehicle #766. Kind of want to send them the video and say "hey...maybe this person shouldn't be driving your vehicles?"

[@EmilioRivera9684]

Finally a new video ive watched damn near every video for the last month!!! Getting in ta cycling 🚴🏽 inspired by you bro keep throwing out videos there good bro!!! Staright from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@stanisinjo]

As a passionate cyclist and family man, i must say that you nailed it with this video in every aspect! Great stuff dude! Cheers.

[@josephduhon9312]

Many years ago, I was doing a cat3 Crit in Tampa Florida area. On the third lap. The announcer said we’d(the entire field!)better pick up the pace, because we’re about to be lapped by a solo leader. That kid at the time was Stefano Barberi! Blow everyone’s mind.

[@jwvst]

Triphop and cycling are a match made in heaven

[@chocol8milkman750]

Great message at the end dude 👍

[@reaganwallis]

"They've been doing nothing all day, I've been doing cool ass shit"

[@wwelsh100]

nice. breaking down the knowledge on the lake. And so pro on the traffic circle. Great vid

[@LA_Peres]

Great views that worth traveling for.

[@tonygSDWR]

I dig VC answers so many comments, you can tell he's sincere...I did the clockwise loop about 16 years ago, still looks as beautiful as I remember.

[@TheVCAdventures]

Well now I gotta reply 😂

[@matthewjohnson7350]

Great video, as usual, please keep pumping out all the positive cycling vibes 👍

[@stefanobuccaci9294]

Great video there again especially the last 3 minutes. Awesome attitude! Would love to do that Lake Tahoe loop myself one day...

[@christopherlamb8297]

Spot on message about making memories with the kids while they are young. They will be independent in a blink of eye and you will still have decades of good riding

[@mPa493]

Great video! I liked the reminder at the end to save time and energy for family. Easy to forget when exploring new areas. Next time around do the Lemond loop.

[@357137]

Awesome video VC and keep up the great work. The views of Lake Tahoe were amazing!! And who are these crazies who disliked this video?

[@adventuresona700dollarhard5]

What a beautiful ride! Thank you for giving so much back to your family. You're a role model for all of us.

[@raymondherrick1942]

Beautiful scenery!

[@db613]

Simply just gorgeous

[@USMCcharmer]

Bro. That bit about being selfish. Could have saved me so many relationships. 😟

[@kevinxiong8720]

Bruh! On the bright side, it opens a ton of relationships. 😂

[@bdavis5481]

Dope ending to video...great lessons to share. Like you said, sometimes we get so caught up in ourselves and moments. So it was great that you touched on that point and shared you family and experiences with your viewers. Salute!

[@l3rodyyy73]

I used to live in lake tahoe. The beauty is unbelivable

[@tannerborg4623]

Awesome. I’ll be doing this ride in two months. Cool to see what it’s like before I do it

[@db613]

Very respectful and responsible family man! Kudos for that, an inspiration to many

[@frankieruiz1555]

I love that you get your family in this, great views of the lake, I'm high key jealous

[@CycoWarriorx]

Lake Tahoe is 🔥🔥🔥🔥... in the winter, the smell of the pine trees is low key hypnotic... love that place...

[@biedawo]

Tahoe works really hard to keep the lake clear. (they were having trouble with run-off from the developments, etc.). It is a very pretty ride. Did it 20 years ago with my Dad. We went counter-clockwise with a 6am start. I'm still impressed that he tackled the ride--he commuted by bike regularly, but I'm not sure he did a ride >10miles before that. Lots of sunscreen and drink plenty!

[@humbertoleandro896]

Dang man the video closing... mad respect from a fellow cyclist and father of three. And the Tahoe loop has been on my bucket list for a while now. Thanks for the sneak peek.

[@jeffrogers2180]

Good job, good ride, good message.

[@onewaray]

For a second I thought you were with Tom Pidcock! Great ride, great scenery.

[@GenuinePluko]

This video just takes me to another place when watching, incredibly incredibly immersive, and the views, soundtrack, editing, top class!

[@leehammond833]

Fantastic. I said 40 years ago that I’d be back for a second honeymoon with the wife. Next year planning to make it. Your video is so perfect for inspiration.

[@jonathanfink7605]

Love that you incorporate family time in the videos! Definitely learning to balance cycling/family.

[@raymondherrick1942]

Take care of the fam & they take care of you!

[@MJKIreland]

My wife is not a cyclists, she don't get why I love it so much so I showed your comment near the end about cycling is a selfish sport and to make time for your loved ones, She smiled at me and said never more truer words spoken 🤣. Cheers for your videos mate 👍

[@joshuatree747]

Here because of coach greg and the fact I recently started cycling...

[@TreFlip1992]

This got me wanting to fly over to the US just to ride that loop. That scenery is incredible dude!

[@kirkshammett94]

This definitely resonated with me man. I definitely invest a lot of time into cycling and have been very guilty of doing that while leaving the family in the background. Your vids have for sure help me realize my mistake!

[@TheVCAdventures]

It's our natural state to be selfish, so mistakes will be made. But acknowledging them and working to improve on them makes all the difference.

[@arlandmac]

Nice! Heading to Tahoe this weekend. Happy 4th!

[@dinolucero8700]

What a scene! Dude that was a sweet ride!

[@TwoWheelsPlus]

Nice! Stefano is a cool dude.

[@arnpad1969]

Love the direction you’ve been heading since I’ve Subd. Respect all the riding miles and memories you put in but even more respect to the memories with Family. Keep goin man. You’re doin right.

[@Alby_VA]

You hit the nail on the head. Family comes 1st. Cycling comes 2nd. ♥️♥️

[@jeffcastro9619]

Love the vids your videos make my day and its always relaxing to watch stay safe from the philippines 👍

[@kathleenbennett2128]

God that's so, BEAUTIFUL! ! I GOTTA ADD THIS TO MY BUCKET LIST!!=)♡ Those Blue glasses match the Sky and Lake Tahoe , perfect!! Thanks for the AWESOME VIDEO!!!!!!

[@LeroySharp]

What a beautiful ride! I hope to do it someday.

[@artad6420]

"support the ones who support you" FAMILY!! another great vid!

[@marcoprima218]

I love this man! I love the feels from the family and the message of spending time with the ones that support you. More power to you Tyler.

[@TurneyUK]

Looks beautiful. Not liking that traffic, all those massive pickups.

[@oceaniccurrents]

That’s nothing, come to Florida 😢

[@andrewm2786]

Agree I know someone who got killed by one of the big tow mirrors on a 3500

[@danjo1967]

the traffic doesnt look as bad as it normally is

[@JesseDishner]

Maine is kind of like that too.

[@XX-is7ps]

Another beautiful part of the world... ruined by people

[@daniellovett6213]

You live in a beautiful part of the world! Have you been busy fella,first video in a while! Missed ye!👍