For True Cyclopaths Only | Mountain Biking Grouse Ridge Part 1

[@georgek1518]

I was listening to your conversation with Aaron about MTB riding keeping a person young and it reminds me of my brother-in-law and I, both of us are 71 and although we have slowed down we hope to ride forever. We wouldn't be comfortable on Grouse Ridge or Mister Toads Wild Ride but we still hit the trails 3-4 days a week. I enjoy your videos and look forward to each and every one. Thanks George and Don.

[@bkxc]

That's incredible, guys! So glad that you are still out there, it's my #1 goal to stay that healthy for that long.

[@georgek1518]

I'll be following your videos for many more years, thanks.

[@chipandpete]

Nice work George and Don!! Ponce de Leon never found the fountain of youth, because they weren't riding bikes!😄

[@andrewrivera4029]

I’m 52 and still killin it on the local trails, retiring in 2020 and will be on the road riding America’s trails with you boys in 2021! Totally up for helping with trail building too!

[@Edge-dy9fh]

Love your attitude. If you get the chance, come ride in the UK, we appreciate guys with a positive outlook, like you :)

[@bkxc]

Love hearing that Andrew!!

[@mtbingadventures1551]

Such a great day of riding. All the lakes and unique trails. I am already wanting to go back. The video is awesome! Thanks for riding with me.

[@mtbingadventures1551]

Thank you. I greatly appreciate it.

[@ridingwiththereids]

Thanks makes 2 of us.

[@mtbingadventures1551]

Alright, that is very cool. Thanks

[@bkxc]

So glad we made it happen, dude! I’ll never forget it!

[@PL-fh8cz]

Awesome adventure ride. Getting out on your bike and exploring is the essence of mountain biking. I go hiking for a change of pace from riding and I have a couple of observations when sharing the trail. 1) When I have a heavy backpack, I'm not very agile and I can't get out of the way very quickly. 2) When I'm hiking I get into the zone, so riders can come up upon me very quickly and I don't always hear them coming. The point is, give hikers plenty of time & space to move to the side of the trail. No problem with how BK & Aaron shared the trail with hikers, but something for all riders to keep in mind. In my experience, most hikers have no problem with sharing the trail too.

[@bkxc]

Definitely good info for all of us!

[@crrico83]

I just want to say thank you a million times over for staying true to what we follow your for. Trail riding. I do love when you interview the people who help you but i even miss when the other channels did that. Just good old fashioned riding.

[@bkxc]

Glad you dig what I'm doing Chris!

[@nat2nathan2005]

Totally agree with you guys that this keeps you young. I think being out having a blast on a bike is one of those feelings that takes you right back to being a kid. We all rode bikes as kids, most adults just forget how fun it is at some point. I think coming back to it really does make you feel like a big kid again.

[@bkxc]

It's so damn true!

[@karlosb8423]

When I get bored at work I just play one of your videos on my phone and slip away into your world for a bit. It gets me pumped. Then I get off of work and go ride!! Thank you!

[@bkxc]

Love hearing that dude!

[@siscomode]

I like the distance traveled/ time elapsed add ins. Puts a better perspective on the ride . 👍🏻

[@bkxc]

Thanks dude!

[@theophi1us887]

One of the most spectacular rides I have ever seen. So great that you can experience such beautiful, incredible places on 2 wheels.

[@bkxc]

So glad you liked it!

[@jareddewilde9332]

DAMN! This is real, raw mountain biking...... Kudos to you guys for tackling it. The landscape looks absolutely stunning and you definitely brought it justice Brian.

[@bkxc]

Thanks, it was a war!!

[@davidmithen9223]

I like the bite point close to the bars too. Definitely helps stop the panic braking and also helps me grip the bars while braking as my finger is closer to bars which feels better. Another great video, thanks Brian.

[@bkxc]

It's been working good for me! Thanks David

[@streddaz]

That looked like quite an epic! Made my back sore just watching it :)

[@bkxc]

Haha that's how I know I'm doing my job!

[@kjackson793]

You talk about hoping you can ride as you get older.... I'll be 60 this year. Been riding for 35 years and love it just as much or more every year. There's hope for you! :) Thanks for the videos.

[@bkxc]

That's fantastic, Keith! Love hearing that

[@ucdengboss]

8:25 is exactly where I spent one night while backpacking in that area. Need to get my bike out there. Great video. Thanks for all you do.

[@bkxc]

That's great!

[@StevefromCincinnati]

You stayed incredibly positive throughout what looked like a torture ride... A lot of people would have been complaining the entire time... Awesome video man, thanks for sharing!

[@bkxc]

Haha it was fun!!

[@ThunderStruckMTB]

I really liked the ride stats text overlay..... a lot! Can't wait to see part 2.

[@bkxc]

Sweet! Glad you liked that

[@jman6030]

Awesome..used to do that..but ya I'm 45 too..had a few rides and don't feel 18 anymore but it'll happen 😊

[@bkxc]

Hell yes!

[@WorldwideCyclery]

What a ride! Serious chunk on the DH sections, beautiful scenery too.

[@bkxc]

The total package

[@mitchwarren1600]

Brian hats off to you !! I’ve not been in the comments because I’m enjoying your lifestyle temporarily and it has been fun here in Morzine! Put it on your list!!! It has it all!!!! But staying in contact with the world,riding hard, eating well, and getting enough sleep sounds like a dream !! Though it does require far more effort than some of us might think myself included !! So bravo to you Brian !! 👍💯

[@bkxc]

Oh wow, love hearing that you're out there shredding Mitch!!

[@petayV8]

This place is heaven for me. I can't stop going back. Awesome footage

[@bkxc]

It really was a blast!

[@TwitchyNick]

The view of Bowman lake is spectacular. “Sweet taste of victory...” haha. Wow, what an adventure.

[@whiplash231]

What a pearla! Glad you enjoyed the ride. Everytime I go an adventure ride im dying 3/4 through haha

[@bkxc]

Hahaha, that's how you know it's an adventure!

[@siglinde_raw199]

Looking so so good. That’s the essence of mountainbiking to me.

[@bkxc]

Love hearing that!

[@nickcummins3084]

next time my roadie friends are shocked when I tell them it takes me sometimes 5 hours to do 20/25 miles, I'm going to point them in the direction of this video. Looking like an epic ride, cam't wait for the next episode!! Thanks for sharing as always.

[@bkxc]

Hahah hell yes, glad to be the example~!

[@NunoMartins-75]

I always watch your videos in the rider's perspective but the surroundings of these trails caught my attention so bad in a way that I spent most of the time appreciating the beauty of the scenery. Great great ride!

[@bkxc]

That's great!!

[@mtbsavant5414]

Had to watch this video twice. Can't seem to get this place out of my head. Must...go...

[@bkxc]

Dude, I hope you make it out there!

[@Kevin-do5rz]

This is probably the best video/ride that i have seen you ride to date! Your an animal!

[@bkxc]

That's high praise!! Thanks

[@jimothyTX]

All the places you have ridden, it says a lot that you love this trail. Awesome scenery.

[@bkxc]

It was so good!

[@thesupercrashbrothers8459]

That looks fantastic. Continuous beautiful tech, looks like an epic ride. Cant wait to see the rest!

[@ridingwiththereids]

Dude...that's like freak.... insane!!!! I'm speechless lol. You're on crazy SOB. Not just for the sketchy ass DH parts but for the climbing as well. Lol props brotha. Looks like you had a blast!

[@bkxc]

Hahaha it was a little crazy!

[@michaeljohn5584]

Adventure rides like that are loads of fun. Tough, but fun. Nice work!

[@bkxc]

Hard earned fun!

[@clayboren5557]

Pain and pleasure lol. Can't wait to see it Friday..... Great video Brian

[@bkxc]

Hell yes!

[@philippelanteigne5352]

Can`t wait for part 2 of the adventure!

[@bkxc]

It's a good one!

[@alexthemtbr]

That place is even chunkier than it looks 😂 solid adventure Brian!

[@bkxc]

Thanks Alex, it was pretty damn extreme, in a good way!

[@juangiraldo1428]

Man...Love the videos!!! Would die for a day of that kind of riding! Aw dropping scenery!!!

[@bkxc]

It was the total packagE!

[@justindigby1320]

Dude Brian ur a boss brother!! 20 miles through chunky ass shit but the scenery is too die for! That lake was something else! Keep bringing the videos on bro!! Great job!

[@bkxc]

Haha thanks Justin, glad you dig em!

[@andymtb3212]

Been waiting for this! My kind of ride!!

[@bkxc]

It was a good one!!

[@walthamstowman]

Hey Brian thanks for another killer video.... I’m one happy patron .... keep up the great work👍

[@bkxc]

So glad to hear that dude!

[@kiznile123]

There are so so so many backpackers out there typically. Those trails will never fade away lol. I've been ambushed while backpacking on the trails out there by mountain bikers. Totally caught me off guard and I'm a mountain biker too. Lol

[@kiznile123]

Stephen Morton exactly. Unfortunately the mountain bikers I've encountered out there were not nearly as accommodating. Be nice y'all, share the trail, talk to each other. Good job Brian and Aaron.

[@bkxc]

Haha nice, glad to hear!

[@JakerMB]

I ride with an older guy who has an ebike and he does awesome!! Never too old for mtb

[@bkxc]

That's great!

[@Chedda_chz]

Heavy statement knowing where you've ridden B! I did some of that from Carr to Penner over 20 yrs ago and IT WAS EPIC. Camped overnight at Penner then back to cabin. Cabin was actually a few miles south of the FS road to Carr, just above Rucker. Guess i'll have to go take another stab at it, great vid.

[@bkxc]

Definitely get back out there, dude! It's a joy

[@MrMikeB1]

Epic day on the bike and cant wait for part 2.

[@bkxc]

It's a good one!!

[@talkmauro]

Dude that was so gnarly. 10 miles to the trail?? Wow. Fun times

[@bkxc]

Haha yeah, something else!

[@braullotolentino27]

Nice riding Brian, Yeah this has to be one of my fav trail so far all the way "Brian's Line" Liked and Shared as always.

[@bkxc]

Haha hell yes!! Thanks dude

[@v1d300]

5:00 Such a nice view after 2+ hours of riding must feel so rewarding. Overall a crazy ride.

[@bkxc]

Haha yep!

[@Friskee62]

AWESOME trails, beautiful terrain. Great ride, lookin' for more...

[@bkxc]

It was a blast, Thomas!

[@MTBFlowRider]

One word: EPIC.

[@bkxc]

Simply put!!

[@Poppageno]

Ha, just before you stated it was the best trail ever I was thinking the same thing, Best trail I've seen that I HAVE TO put on my bucket list(so far a list of 1)! The overlay of the ride stats were great!

[@bkxc]

Hahah hell yes!

[@fromxctoletssee]

damn man what a trail. awesome scenery too, you must be proper toast after an adventure like that. sleep like a baby. thanks for the vid

[@bkxc]

Haha yep, slept so good

[@kevinlooney8200]

Proper mountain biking right there. I love that area.

[@bkxc]

Hell yes it is!

[@lostman65]

oh wow! i can see why this is your favorite. i am now obsessed with how i can get back out there in the next few weeks.

[@bkxc]

Haha nice!

[@rhpmountaintrail9206]

Hi Brian I know I haven't commented lately but have watched all your videos mainly on the TV which makes it harder to comment but gives a stunning picture. After healing up after broken ribs was getting back on it and had a silly little crash OTB and over extended my wrist and I tiny little chip fracture so really bummed at the moment. Loved your UK videos I'm glad you enjoyed it and had good weather but we really are getting fed up of this weather at the moment it is way too hot. Yet again great video can't wait for part two.

[@bkxc]

Ah man, bummed you've had a couple setbacks dude! Glad you're still enjoying the work I'm doing though!

[@cbas_qc]

Nice that you put the date at the start of the video!

[@bkxc]

Always try to do that!

[@MTBTrailMagic]

I never had any interest in going to the US. But recently the trails you and the others ride have made me think otherwise. This looks like one to travel for.

[@bkxc]

Oh man, there's plenty!!

[@lundern88]

Banging out videos left and right! Awesome!

[@bkxc]

That’s how I roll!

[@larkinsen]

God damnit man.Freaking awesome trail.Puts your entire body to the test.

[@bkxc]

Exactly!! Everything is at work

[@nakkifu]

What an absolutely beautiful trail! I'd love to come out there and ride it someday

[@bkxc]

I hope you do, just bring your fitness!

[@BoloMTB]

hey Brian, can't wait to see part 2!

[@bkxc]

It's a good one!

[@michael.finally]

Gonna say it one more time but Seven Summits dude! It's right up your alley, and hitup Kootenay Gateway for the shuttles and guides. I rode last week with two Americans (I'm in BC) and they kept saying "oh we've done 9 miles already" or along those lines and I found it hilarious that I had no idea what that meant

[@bkxc]

Man, it's on the list!!

[@brianmaurermtb]

The climbs look like a lot of fun.

[@bkxc]

They were!

[@DaveLopez575]

I have to agree, this was epic! Too late though, I am gonna add this to my trail list!

[@bkxc]

Get on it!

[@DaveLopez575]

road trip

[@blairalley]

Love the milage and time elapsed update!

[@bkxc]

Nice! Glad you like it

[@grantfeddema5332]

Guess I’m part of the physcho army then!! Looked like a blast to me!!

[@bkxc]

Hahaha, love it!

[@nickharris5284]

Great name for the this vid, nice one Brian. Riding is great as well.

[@bkxc]

Thanks Nick! It was a silly ass adventure!!

[@Shawn-wt4kh]

BKXC cranking out the content! 👍🏼

[@bkxc]

You know it!!

[@ericsharp5079]

Great fucking video! I got out and 20 miles today and ended up with at least 500 seed ticks covering my legs! It was a great ride regardless! Looking forward to part 2!!

[@bkxc]

Hahaha holy moly!!

[@5492sparky]

What an amazing trail! Top job Brian.

[@bkxc]

Thanks Mark!

[@cxspin4483]

mountain biking looks so fun!! im young and im going to ask my dad if i can get one. these types of videos look so fun to do

[@bkxc]

Nice!!

[@JustinCaseWages]

So badass! Kudos to you guys. I only 4x4 up there. That area is intense!

[@bkxc]

So damn intense!! I need me that TRD PRO 4runner

[@JustinCaseWages]

BKXC YUP! Haha badass trucks. Maybe you could have shaved 7 miles of that road climb off the trip.

[@grimmjow-9557]

This is so badass! Awesome video🤘 definitely going to subscribe

[@bkxc]

Welcome!!

[@GT-cx8vd]

Pretty fucking awesome Brian. U surely got some serious fun over there buddy. Lucky you

[@bkxc]

Definitely found the fun zone!

[@dirttrackin280h]

Beautiful country up there, wow!

[@bkxc]

Hell yeah!

[@dirttrackin280h]

Brian, Is there any camping close to the trail head? How about phone reception (Verizon) in the area? How far of a drive from Benicia?

[@Jeybels]

BK you're killing it! Shred on =)

[@bkxc]

Thanks Jeremy!!

[@gravy94us]

Looks like fun to me and I'm not too far from there. Might have to check it out.

[@bkxc]

Give it a go!

[@dontfollowmemtb2221]

I really like the trail info popups

[@bkxc]

Thanks!

[@leebridgwater]

Thank you BKXC, really enjoyable

[@bkxc]

Thanks Lee, glad you're still digging my vids!

[@leebridgwater]

BKXC always

[@KeeweeRider]

Rides are like a root, the ride ur on is the best ride ever!

[@bkxc]

It was!!

[@GoOutdoorsFrance]

My god ! This place look so amazing !

[@bkxc]

It is!!

[@rokaxiv]

what an awesome ride

[@bkxc]

Thanks!

[@Jake-lz7ze]

This looks awesome

[@bkxc]

Felt awesome too!

[@TheSoldkall]

Very Nice Brian, good portion of pain there, but looks like it was worth it. To hot bike in Sweden now, can you F..... believe that 😆

[@bkxc]

Oh man, I cannot believe it!

[@RIdeWerksInc]

O Wow .. the views on just the trail leading to the trail were amazing. Looks a little to chunky for my taste but to each their own.. ride on friend .. ride on

[@bkxc]

Thanks Carl!

[@penitentchicken]

That's an epic crap ton of chunky loose rock!

[@bkxc]

Hahaha, the full load!

[@raivkka4313]

You bend that single front chain ring and have to walk it out you will be wishing you put on that bash guard. Put on NOW! 8) Another nice Vid man. 8)

[@bkxc]

Haha yep

[@pitduck7499]

cheers lads that was stunning...

[@bkxc]

Thanks !!

[@Rubiconz07]

Holy mountain lion! Nice vid!

[@bkxc]

THanks Bobby!

[@Chris-pw7ov]

That looked amazing.

[@bkxc]

Glad it came through!

[@wasatchadventurer7227]

Something to inspire to do one day. Looked like fun though!

[@BrianVaughn]

So I was talking with the guys on a local MTB forum about a route in Cable, WI. It's probably 30+ miles of trail riding but no serious elevation but the firts 8 Mike's are janky rock sections. They thought I was crazy. I rode most of it last year before my derailleur broke 20 miles into the ride.

[@bkxc]

Hahaha damn! So glad I've been lucky enough to avoid any serious mechanicals like that for a while.

[@norcaltrailrides5550]

Looks like a lot of pain, but rewarding!

[@bkxc]

So much pain and Pleasure!

[@stevethesmazsmathers9112]

Brutal! You should use that trail as training for your trip to Nepal, if you're still doing it this year.

[@bkxc]

Haha yep, definitely good training for Tibet

[@stevethesmazsmathers9112]

Oops, right continent wrong location. LOL Tibet, Nepal both really high altitude.

[@callumwatson9825]

Looks rad 🤘🏽

[@bkxc]

It was!

[@marysullivan1588]

10 on the chunk o meter ! Wow!

[@bkxc]

Haha, broke the chunk-o-meter!

I think the scenery was worth the climb. The single track downhill was nice too.

[@bkxc]

So much great stuff out there !

[@shaybenno]

Call it Karma Call it Zen I'm Happy for you that you found it

[@bkxc]

Me too, dude.

[@mitchsmith8724]

Looks a great adventure brain 👍🏼🚵‍♂️

[@bkxc]

Thanks Mitch, it was a workout!

[@crotalus_4203]

"Those things look heavy" ....that Gma burned ya man haha

[@bkxc]

Hahah

[@hobmarg]

@BKXC are you doing a trip to the South Chilcotins in BC (north of Whistler/Pemberton)? Tyax Adventures runs guided trips with float plane shuttles up there, I think you'd love it and it would make amazing footage too.

[@bkxc]

Check out my strava!

[@yt..66]

Gracias por el maravilliso video.

[@johnlambert1744]

Wow!!!! How much elevation was that ride?? Now that's some awesome scenery right there!!

[@bkxc]

TONS!! Link in the description for the details