Finishing Thumb Bucket & Building the Banana Cannon!

Thumb Bucket Trail is now complete! All the sections are linked together, which means we have one monster route from the top of the mountain. At the end of this new section, we built the "Banana Cannon" to launch you over the Berm and on to the main line. All materials were sourced from Berm Peak. Today we'll do some machine trail building, finish work with hand tools, building with wood, and a whole lot of figuring out.
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[@rjdobson96]

I have no interest in bikes, or building trails, I don't own a bike and I don't think I could jump one. But here I am, 3 years into your channel watching every upload because I like the way you edit and film your videos, They're entertaining and like mental chewing gum to watch (easy to chew) I always look forward to your content and I'll be here for a long time. Keep up the great work my guy! Safe riding.

[@benholmquist1148]

Sounds like it's time to buy a bike! You can do it!

[@LucaTgaard]

Exactly the same! I don’t particularly like riding MTB. Don’t like it at all in fact, my dad loves it. I’m more into racing gokarts 😉 but the mechanical part of his videos is perfect and this type of videos is so well made and entertaining!!! Keep it up Seth

[@possibly8180]

@@benholmquist1148 fr man this calls for a bike. OP might still have 0% interest in bikes, but they could really use a bike for uhh, reasons.

[@azzaacegaming6892]

So I'm not alone. Only reasons I'm not into MTB is that there are few decent trail systems near me, work gives me little time, and paintball can be expensive

[@theonemanopinion2764]

@@LucaTgaard I used to race! And mountain biking was a key fitness element for me. It really builds your core muscles and your shoulders too! Just what you need for long stints in a kart or car race!

[@mahalomydude]

Damn Seth! Looks incredible.

[@Gehajjs62727]

You post, and Seth posts! This is so sick!

[@nzr6328]

I sub to you but I forgot what your content it

[@brzi7677]

Ayo

[@granteeeeast]

Yesss

[@growlith6969]

YOOO! What you guys up to lately!?!?!

[@RickyDownhillRDH]

All of this trail work is truly impressive especially when you see the "over head graphic" of all that you guys have accomplished in such a short time. Oh yeah, and if I had a dollar for every time I've roamed my house and workshop saying "Hey Seri", I'd have quite a large chunk of change!!

[@eoinfarnan1493]

It’s incredible seeing how much Seth’s trail building skills have progressed from his first video to now

[@Chris-pw7ov]

He has to be thinking of starting a trail building company. All the money invested into equipment, you have to keep it making money for you.

[@jbt115]

@@Chris-pw7ov he makes more money of making money building trails then building trails

[@Chris-pw7ov]

@@jbt115 just seems like he's pivoting right now. KZbin creator has a shelf life.

[@sm-qw9mj]

@@Chris-pw7ov Content is different because the weather is bad. This channel will peak way higher than where it is now. The man is set for life if he plays his cards right.

[@Chris-pw7ov]

@@sm-qw9mj Doesn't strike me as the kind of guy who keeps doing the same thing, just because. He's got a kid, is fiancially set up well, and doesn't seem to like the headaches of the "fame". I would not be shocked if this trail system was a trial run for the beginning of something else.

[@lowelldagos2111]

That feeling when opening KZbin and finding a Berm Peak post is just cool

[@deeganmoore3514]

i feel that same way

[@tracktoysracing]

I'd never leave my house if I had a trail system like that in my backyard. Great job Seth and all involved.

[@lastname1386]

Love ur channel u did inspire me to ride bud, im 46 and been riding 3 years, i road the trek Stache for 2 years, and loved it so much i bought the full Stache, thank u for all the videos

[@sgtdonagon]

the full stache is a monster truck ! Love to see people riding it

[@lastname1386]

So far i love it, i ride in Chattanooga Tenn, so i took it to Raccoon the other day

[@frederikjacob1985]

Thanks Seth to getting me into mountain bike again! Since September last year I've finally got my fully and now that the weather is getting better again I cannot wait to ride again!

[@Mott2]

Next time use a pulley or snatch block wrapped around another tree so you can pull on the dead tree without it falling in the same direction the machine you are pulling it with. Also, Seths operator skills have quickly grown! Impressive!

[@jonriordan649]

Was just about to write the same thing

[@travisyoumans9820]

So sick brother! My son and I watch you’re channels like a series on Netflix. Everyday I come Home from work and he’s already got KZbin pulled up ready to go. He was so excited for today to tee this video! Outstanding work. We were also browsing the ranger station on Airbnb for a sick weekend trip but as expected that place is booked up solid! Can’t wait for the snow to melt over here in New York so we can get back on two wheels, these videos get us amped up!

[@hsorenson99]

Might be a good idea to wear Hi-vis vest while working around the machine. It's also always a smart move to make eye contact with an operator when around a working machine. Eye contact secures you see them and they see you. Love the content.

[@jeffsprague96]

Having worked in both land grading construction and as a high end carpenter, it's been amazing to watch you build your arsenal of tools and equipment into one that even I'm jealous of, and see you learn new techniques. The time lapse of that cannon jump construction really shows it: correct plan and execution, and you have all of the right tools for the job. Props.

[@peterbechtel9824]

Does anybody else watch videos like this and get an overwhelming urge to drop everything and build incredible MTB trails the rest of your life? This is so interesting and compelling to me. I've designed and built minor trails and jumps - it is a fun discipline and requires such creativity! Walking and surveying the land beforehand, selecting natural features to emphasize, using your surroundings to make fun and unique MTB jumps/drops/skinnies/etc. Thank you, Seth, for the inspirational and entertaining content. It sure helps to keep the MTB excitement up over the winter for this Virginia native.

[@cheddar76k]

It's incredible that we're basically watching a bike park get built in real time, and the money from watching just furthers it more .. it's the mtb circle of life.

[@scrappyhustler7467]

Anyone who has never carved and built a trail may not realize just how difficult it can be and these guys are going by the book drainage tamping and preserving as much foliage as possible great job!

[@woofwoof3860]

i’m surprised he doesn’t mention it more but these rhododendrons are invasive plants from nepal and northern china. the climate is actually very similar too

[@SteadySpin]

Thanks you

[@rolandovera5935]

Seth has created the most genuine reality show in all history of reality shows. Seth might be the GOAT of KZbinrs.

[@rolandovera5935]

Now I’m replying to myself. But seriously think about it. They way he’s taken the original Seth’s Bike Hacks during his Florida days to now. He’s brilliantly diversified his revenue streams with multiple channels, content, and real estate investment. I did some back of the napkin calculations on his Ranger Station property based on a snapshot of reservations and needless to say it’s paying back dividends. I could go on and on but Seth, you’re one smart SOB.

[@sethgardner8209]

@@rolandovera5935 He’s great, but half of his videos Im not interested in. I know that the injury has been tough on him, but I loved the older content of rating bike parks, exploring new places ect. I love the backyard part just as much, and it finally feels like he’s getting back to it after a couple of months without this sought of content.

[@greysonc3719]

@@sethgardner8209 weather makes what you wanna see really hard. Where he lives is usually cold and snowy, but it's been dry for a few weeks so now he can do stuff outside. During the winter he has to get creative😂

[@cutlaps]

He truly is a big inspiration. Such a cool and genuine guy.

[@rwilcox_71]

A few years ago I subscribed and signed up for some biking tips. Today, I get to sit and enjoy, child proofing a home, R/C car shenanigans and bike trail construction whilst avoiding getting flattened by dead trees......god I love your channel!

[@ToothlessJustin]

I haven't had the time to watch any progress with Berm peak for a year so coming back in and watching from 'episode 1' onwards I'm amazed at how much progress has been made. Not just with the trails themselves but also the skills both Seth and Kevin have developed as trailbuilders. Seeing you come from Florida to now is such an epic journey and it's incredible to see how selfless and thoughtful you are still. Don't ever change, thanks for making us all want to ride every day 🤘🏻

[@samday6621]

Great work! Love the ‘nana cannon. You’re wise to let the trail sit and harden off. I also like how every trail speaks of it’s surroundings and soil type. My local trail has clay base with loose rock. As the clay weathers, the rocks become more apparent, so choosing your line becomes challenging. That’s the fun of visiting other trails and the joy of hard earned local knowledge. Enjoy!

[@patrickosmillo5322]

Ahh finally another feature on berm peak I missed this videos thank you Seth much love from Philippines🇵🇭❤️❤️❤️

[@MrMiguella]

When you and Kevin are working together a couple of radios are a big safety booster. They save your voice too, not having to yell over the machine.

[@ffathan]

I remember when I first discovered this channel, it was what sparked my interest in mountain biking. That was about 3-4 years ago I want to say. Though I still haven't gone on a proper mountain bike trail, I still learned a lot about bikes and love to ride them around my small town to this day. (Going to go mountain biking this summer with a few buddies of mine, and am super stoked about it). I love this channel for the bikes, but also because I love to see Seth doing what he loves for a living, which is a huge inspiration to me to do the same.

[@georgeturner8690]

Berm peak looks sick! So satisfying seeing berm peak grow and improve. I’m a trail builder from New Zealand and I figured I’d be that guy. For pulling that tree down the ideal solution is to use a pulley block attached to a nearby tree so the you can pull from the opposite direction the tree will fall. I’m frothing seeing these videos help the audience gain knowledge and learn what goes into making a trail. Cheers!

[@nolanott7707]

I love your work Seth, keep it up!

[@bacon7864]

dude i love you channel you are the one who got me into mountain biking it is the best thing ive done in my life

[@jerryvolpini7987]

I had a Motorola flip phone (yep, this was a while ago) that I lost while shoveling snow. Three months later and, with spring, came warm temps and the inevitable thaw. My neighbour came over one day, with a familiar looking object in his hands! I laughed, I mean, what were the chances that I would ever see my phone again? For shits and giggles, I plugged it in and came back several hours later. The phone powered up and operated like the day I lost it - incredible!

[@WilliamSurles]

Love the map at the end with stars for features. I found myself checking off videos in my head of when each was made. : )

[@nerdfacellc]

I love that you threw in the music track at 9mins, that you always used to use when building stuff. You'll hit 2.5m soon and you deserve every one of us. Just positive vibes.

[@Maxwelliouss]

Hey Seth! You should have a line that has jumps the size of A-Line. It would be fun to see be built and awesome to see you ride

[@peterbechtel9824]

I second this!

[@greysonc3719]

Guys I don't think he has the space for that😂he'd only be able to put like 3-4 jumps in haha

[@YourEverydayWinner]

Smiling during this whole video. Been here for awhile now and this series gets better and better.

[@11jaypotter]

Yay a build video! I had a bit of a rough day yesterday and this cheered me up! Thanks Seth

[@elijahatkins904]

i just bought my first mountain bike 2 days ago and because of your channel i can totally shred!

[@jrmarsha9]

Seth in a world with so much fear and uncertainty, your videos provide 10 minutes of escape and excitement. Truly appreciated.

[@derekabel1833]

Hey Seth, a good tip when connecting Hydraulic Couplers is to shut the machine off, then key on (don’t start) and cycle the function (press the button that controls that hose) this will release the pressure and allow you connect the coupler. Great vids

[@timmyreeves4546]

I think my favorite part of every video is the staring at it. I do it every time I build something lol, love it man keep it coming please.

[@MC_Blue_Bed]

its so cool to look at the trail map and remember all your previouse builds and where they are on the map.

[@sebastianjost]

Other KZbinrs would have called this video "I almost buried my phone alive!". I'm glad you're sticking to being informative rather than click airing viewers.

[@d-nicebikes]

Great work, Seth. A great reminder of the incredible potential of your property, and the dedication to your craft.

[@spoonlesscorey1628]

I could watch these trail building videos all day. Flip bike is fine as filler, but videos like these are why i’m a subscriber

[@hudsonball4702]

Well it's a good thing we in western North Carolina are getting warm(ish) dry weather all week this week!

[@blzt3206]

Make sure you’re inspecting those hoses regularly. If they look damaged just bring them in to your local ag dealer and they can make new hoses on the spot. They’re not very expensive.

[@eoinholmes3120]

How did he let the hydraulic pressure out of the system

[@blzt3206]

@@eoinholmes3120 if the bucket is extended all it takes is to bring it back in. Basically any maneuver that shortens the hydraulics will relieve the pressure.

[@archiesainsbury7840]

Love to see we’re getting back into some more bike based vids ❤️

[@jacckkaboii3528]

Haven’t even finished watching this but I know it’s gonna be a banger!!

[@vockrodtmusicproduction]

The video he described at the end is exactly what I’ve been waiting for. Can’t wait

[@martinjudd1284]

This has been a journey well worth taking. It has been great to watch along as you get the various trails sorted in your yard. Can't wait to see how the Thumb Bucket rides.

[@loweeklund1189]

I have an Idea how you can test a feature when the trail is wet (kinda). So here it goes; you have lots of rc cars and some of them must have enough speed and capability to ride the trails you build, even jumps! If it doesn’t work it will at least be very entertaining to watch. 👍

[@ryanchoo9427]

You do realise rc cars and bikes are vastly different right? Those RC cars are light so I doubt gripping is a problem for them

[@dracopalidine]

I've been really enjoying watching other KZbinrs with their backyard builds and it's obvious you're an inspiration. Once again you're showing why you're still the king of backyard builds.

[@kylerosenkrance7924]

Love having trail building videos back! 2 video suggestions collab with Perkins builder brothers . A section of DJ jumps because you have that clay dirt.

[@grantschoen1726]

When trails DO dry out & we get a full tour of BP, do a split screen w/ the map at the end of this video on one side & a little rider icon that moves w/ your video footage of you riding on the other screen, would be cool to see visually where everything is in real-time! Rad work 🤙🏼

[@grackleklopp9633]

Entirely thanks to you, I rid my first mountain bike trail last week and it was thrilling, so thank you for getting me back on 2 wheels

[@patrickbarrett5790]

Sweet looking trail build! I can't wait to see the test ride. Great work!

[@letzrockitrite8469]

To preserve your work.... if you torch the wood that's in/on the ground it will last / won't rot out ..... campfire is easiest for bulk but a torch of some sort will work.. but char it a decent amount. thanks Seth n company

[@beadworldofficial]

i haven’t ridden in a few months but i still love your videos, thanks so much for uploading

[@jamesweldon8118]

Been riding for two years now thanks to Seth! Developed new confidence and fitness and I love it

[@ClaypitMTB]

Thank god for this video, school is so boring.

[@phillippevictor]

This channel is an amazing gem (much love from Wales)

[@2minus1_Shredder]

Out of all the mtb youtubers, you and Jordan just hit differently so congrats to making it to the top :)

[@andreanicol7588]

You might enjoy BKXC too - those are the three I watch

[@benseifried3586]

I love slopestyle and dirtjumping and berm peak is the perfect channel for that. I love mountain biking, so does Seth and Kevin, so that makes this channel awesome.

[@christucker9120]

You gotta get the Rokform magnetic phone case. It'll stick right on the Cat's canopy bars, or for that matter, anywhere that's metal.

[@thebarofclay6100]

Looking good, can't wait to see a full run

[@valueofadventure]

The banana cannon looks like so much fun 🤩

[@ronjanke4101]

Does your phone work still,. that's all that matters

[@elliott1689]

Every time I watch a video of yours it's just makes me want to get back into MTB riding more! Trails are looking rad!

[@mygamertag2010X]

Classic Seth's Bike Hacks upload right here. Love it.

[@tripple_mf_t]

I knew today's gonna be a good one

[@andykraemer5467]

Can't really explain why, but somehow the kinda relaxed tone of this video reminded me of the old Florida videos, and it made me really happy

[@tripple_mf_t]

Bloody hell the video and trail building quality increases every Video.

[@XswamplordX]

These trail building videos are like therapy. Quality quality quality!

[@tippexmannen]

Really miss the build videos! Can´t wait for more!

[@rollypollyraviolli4474]

So I ride MX in the Appalachians (I know you're in Appalachia because of those mountain laurels!). Obviously MX tracks are a lot softer and get ripped up and tilled deep, but one thing that I've seen that has helped with our mountain clay/silt soil is to get sawdust or shavings tilled into it. It seems that having sawdust keeps the soil from drying out during our summer months, and keeps it from mucking up/loading up tires in the wet months. I've ridden at Tomahawk MX in Hedgesville, WV when it was straight baby poo, and my tires still cleaned out well (that track is basically saw dust, sand, and silt). For MTB trails, it's probably even easier, you could probably just dust the trail with a coating of the stuff instead of tilling it. It really helps regulate moisture and control dust. You should be able to get truckloads from any sawmill for cheap/nothing. A lot of sawmills process multiple types of wood which means they can't sell it as animal bedding, and most of them either pay for disposal at the dump, or burn it in burn barrels. Try it out, I'd like to see how it helps your trails!

[@shit_niklas]

How do you make these Trailmaps? Could you do a Video of the proces on BPE Love your stuff :)

[@blzt3206]

In a pinch you can use Gaia GPS on your phone. It’s free and works really well.

[@maladat]

The learning curve is pretty steep, but there’s an excellent free, open source program called QGIS that is designed specifically for doing that sort of geographically-aware graphical work. I’ve made some pretty complex combination satellite/topographic/road/trail maps with it.

[@sammorrison3280]

Been watching the whole thumb bucket series avidly and what a good way to finish it off. Great work Seth👌

[@timberknuckle8281]

Another great and inspiring vid. Years ago, it was this channell and your enthusiasm that kicked me up the butt to do similar work on my own local hills. Keep it coming my bros!

[@IrieVibeSender]

Golden as always! Can't wait to see this trail ridden in all of its glory.

[@bradholmes4]

man as a heavy equipment operator/mechanic I love seeing your experience in learning about equipment! Don't worry we all learn like this and you will never forget how to fix these problems! keep pushing on and don't feel like you're an oddball like I said we all went through this at one point. Thankfully no one was hurt and remember that experience because you will be put in a similar if not the same scenario again sooner than you would like! 😂

[@jakemckinnon8760]

Switched from mtb to dirt bikes a couple years ago and have always continued to watch and enjoy your videos. Keep it up Seth!

[@StarFishDiver]

Be careful out there guys - we'd like to see you in future still building trails, bikes and being entertaining with all your limbs and bits in tact!

[@connorburns7875]

This channel is literally the best glad trail vids are coming back

[@samhenderson7528]

Haven’t even watched it yet, but already dropped a like. My favorite creator working on my favorite series

[@taterhater2086]

Some quick conects and a valve block and you can have a thumb and a tilt bucket.. good work!!

[@stonyezzz]

Haven’t watched ur videos for like a year but I couldn’t believe how big berm peak is now and it makes me remember you hand making some little jumps around your house keep up the great work and keep inspiring

[@jukeless_1784]

I’ve been waiting weeks for this kind of video, they’re the ones that inspired me to make my own trails in my backyard. Believe it or not, almost every feature you built, I built.

[@if5315]

I have a lot of respect for Seth because he’s the reason I started mtb

[@vexhia6792]

Your work is an inspiration! Thanks Seth!

[@BeckhamWoodYT]

These videos have turned from a KZbin video into a whole tv series, the videos are getting better and better Seth!

[@tylercotton354]

Watching the creation of Berm Peak is like watching a show on HGTV and I love it

[@slymike21]

That looks amazing. You skill as a trail builder has come so far. Way to go! It’s cool to see.

[@MountainBikingTrips]

Perfect progress GREAT JOB!

[@paulstingray]

I haven’t gone off road for years due to working 24/7. But I’d like to think I will again, it was so much fun.

[@L0xi3]

This is amazing, i cant wait to see you guys ride this!

[@TheDesertRat31]

Dude, Seth.... Your trails are SICK! I'm jealous, I can't deny it. I'm with the other guys saying I'd be on that trail Evey day. I'm in eastern NC, ugh, it's terrible. The best I have is the triangle. Don't get me wrong, it's nice for what it is, but such coolness right out the back door.... So noice. 🤙

[@deesnuts5960]

you guys got so much better at buiilding trails. i can see the progress it is looking really good!

[@lopon12]

awesome!!! cant wait for a full run from the top!

[@isaacsmtbvlog9049]

Your trail building has given me idea to my own trails in Pueblo reservoir

[@vi123ji]

Everyone needs a friend like Kevin

[@gamify4228]

Summers coming up and I can’t wait for you guys to shred this stuff

[@robtodd4726]

Super pumped for spring now!!

[@philkennethdeleon4536]

It's always satisfying watching your contents zer!

[@somethingfatal]

From the first time you opened the garage doors on Berm Peak til now has been an incredible ride. My whole family watches and Im the only one that rides haha

[@ragomtb]

Always a great day when Seth uploads, he’s the one who inspired me to make my own biking and trial building yt channel. I’m so glad he’s here and don’t wanna see him stop what he does best.

[@landonhinson6294]

I love how southing his voice is i watch all the videos and I don’t even ride so thank you Seth for your amazing videos