Glentress | The Western Trails!

This vlog is based at Glentress MTB trails... Yup, lockdown is forcing my hand a little. Regardless of this, I am lucky to be living amidst such awesome MTB trails. As you are probably aware, Glentress is a famous 7 Stanes MTB trail centre found just outside of Peebles in Glentress Forest. The trail centre plays host to a beginners Green route, a Blue Route, the fun Red Route and the lengthy XC Glentress Black Route.
For me the real fun lies in the unsanctioned mountain biking trails at Glentress. There are a vast array of off-piste enduro trails, including Hush Hush, Trailfairy Plan and Dave's Trail.
In this MTB vlog I share with you some of the Western MTB trails at Glentress. These include Careless Whisper, Empire of Dirt and Fairy Liquid. We also finish on Ho Chi Minh.
The video was edited on Filmora X.
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[@streetpigeonmtb]

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[@eddean5142]

Careless Whisper!! It has it all, one of the funnest tracks and makes you feel like a hero. Loved it when it was first cut in with the tinsel and cardboard cut out. Can’t wait to go ride it again, and again and again 🤌

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Totally. Bring back the life-size George cut out though!

[@eddean5142]

Does this mean an AC DC cut out on Thunderstruck too?

[@streetpigeonmtb]

🤣 I think it should!

[@archiesgmarshall]

Favourite trail was easily Careless Whisper. Ridden it before and it’s definitely one of my favourites at Glentress. Awesome fun and amazing when you find that flow state. Sick video too👏🏼

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks Archie. Good luck in the competition 💪

[@Steve-gw2bh]

Favourite has to be Careless Whisper. Rides a beauty wet or dry!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yup! It's as if it was designed with the Scottish weather in mind 🤣👍

[@darcyphillips70]

It’s Careless Whisper for me - steep, technical with some brief bits of respite on the flowy bermed sections with some nice drops and a bit of pop... bit of everything, perfect 👌

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yup. Nicely surmised bud!

[@robbienugent1643]

Careless whisper. The trail looks a amazing and would love to ride it!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Get yourself there when you can! Thanks for taking time to comment 👍

[@andylanigan5267]

Yeah I'm going for Ho Chi Minh a different ride every time you do it, also my wee 9 year old flew down it on his hard tail and loved it 👍

[@streetpigeonmtb]

9 year old! That is so cool. Love it. I have two kids and I'm sure it is only a matter of a few years before they are quicker than me!

[@rhettetherington1351]

Grest video again. I've not been to Glentress for years so not ridden these trails but Ho Ch Min looks like a great trail. Thsnks

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thank you. You'll have to get back when you can. There are definitely enough trails to keep you busy for a couple of days!

[@MsCraigs242]

Ho hi Minh is my fav trail. It is great wet or dry. I can't wait to get back when we can travel

[@streetpigeonmtb]

The trails are running prime now. I'm they will be the same when you get back 👍

[@SteveKimbo]

That all looked mint. Just booked a long weekend up there in September so will have to scope out some of these trails 👍 Thanks for another brilliant video!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

No worries at all Steven. I hope.you have an awesome time when you are up here. Choosing the trails to ride will be the really tricky bit! So many!!!

[@seanbannon155]

All the trials look class,i just moved to Scotland 2 year ago from Northern Ireland, and haven't had a chance to get down, 😢 canny wait for lock down to be over to get some gnar done, street pigeon your the berries bro love the videos 🙌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤

[@streetpigeonmtb]

That is so kind of you fella! It's great that the vids are getting out there for folks to see and, more importantly, folks are liking the vids. Hopefully you'll get a chance to get down here this spring/summer 👍

[@Jonofthejungle26]

Favourite bit of the vid was the “no dabs track” just because it’s something I try and do on my regular rides. I definitely need some coaching on my cornering and steep stuff so this prize would be amazing, especially if I get to ride Glentress again to do it. Keep up the great content.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks mate. That wee trail is called fairy liquid. Good luck in the comp mate 😁

[@richardnash8348]

Another good video, Favourite trail would be Carless Whisper. Great in all conditions, bottom section always challenging with the roots.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks Richard. Yeah, the final section was scaring me in this vid!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Hi Richard. Good news... You won the competition! Can you PM me on Facebook or Instagram so that I can get some details. As well as the Ridelines coaching we also have a few goodies for you 🥰

[@niallcampbell5213]

First time riding at glentress for me this week while my kids were in lessons and absolutely loved it got a few trails added to the list for next visit from this vid, careless whisper topping that list so far

[@streetpigeonmtb]

That is awesome mate. I'm so pleased the vids are being found by trail hunters, also people new to the area. Careless Whisper is fantastic. I have another video out on Monday just showing a top to bottom of a trail you need to try! Take care and let me know how you get on at Careless Whisper 😁

[@BEnji4]

I think my favourite was Empire of Dirt, really liked the log drop/roll up at the top and the stream crossings were also quite cool (no pun intended)

[@streetpigeonmtb]

🤣 Great pun nevertheless! It has some gorgeous features. I love that log roll as well!

[@ianscott1812]

I have never been to Glentress but by the looks of it Careless whisper & empire of dirt seem really good. Hoping to have a day there when the EWS is on at inners, make a weekend of it. 😎👍 well done on the 4k subs 👏

[@streetpigeonmtb]

That would be a class weekend! EWS and riding great trails. Thanks for commenting and good luck in the competition 😁

[@richardtweeddale6512]

Ho Chi Minh is my favourite. It's fast, challenging and really sharpens the brain and senses!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Definitely. It is a very full on couple of minutes!

[@greencroft]

They all looked great but I am with the majority in saying Careless Whisper takes it. The combination of more sustained gradient and plenty of features to keep you busy along with some high speed stuff does it for me. But a quick shout out also for Berm Baby Berm at the end brings back memories of our first trip to GT when my boys were young and all they wanted to do was lap after lap of BBB!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha! I'm at that stage. An 8 and a 6 year old who love finding that bit of flow! Isn't that what makes MTB the best mate. Progression, memories, all that stuff. Thanks for taking time to comment and good luck in the comp 👍

[@markswinney3821]

Looking forward to getting back to Glentress 😀

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I bet. Not too long now hopefully 🙌

[@stephenkesterton5165]

Careless Whisper is a great fun trail, rides well in all conditions 👍

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Couldn't agree more 👍

[@mikerobertson5060]

Careless Whisper for me, fast flowing with a couple of technical sections to keep you awake

[@streetpigeonmtb]

👍😁

[@charlesslwilson]

Great riding in tricky conditions buddy

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks Charlie. It certainly kept me on my toes!

[@MTBikingislife]

Ho Chi Minh - BOOM!! But let’s be fair... any of those trails would be awesome to ride. Alas most of us don’t have anything local like that to ride. Can’t wait to travel for trails 👊🏽😎

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I can imagine that it has been pretty difficult for those without good local trails. It will be a well deserved return for you 👍

[@daveadye784]

Careless Whisper is a great trail and my fav out of those ridden in this vlog - very different character depending upon the weather. Crashed on it 5 times when I rode it in the wet last year after my rear brake lever had snapped off after a minor tree hugging incident on Thunderstruck moments earlier!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Oh no! I have still to ride Thunderstruck in nice conditions. Every time I've been there it has been like gloop!

[@Jeek0752]

Fairy liquid, super challenging.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yup. I love a no dab challenge there, especially when it is a slop fest! 🤣

[@beccalindsay9390]

Great video! Careless Whisper is one of the trails I’m trying to session just now because there’s a bit I’ve not quite got yet. A brilliant trail, although I do miss the George Michael cardboard cut out!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha. I miss George too! Thanks Becca. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I too am working on my session game. It really is the way to improve isn't it?! Thanks for commenting 😁

[@dickyridesbikes3843]

Careless whisper, it’s one I see so many people ride, and I’m still yet to ride it! Back in tweed valley soon and it’s on my hit list! 🤟🏻

[@streetpigeonmtb]

You'll love it I'm sure!

[@jhenderson2032]

Ho Chi Minh. Love a fast, techy trail

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It's a good one for sure 👍

[@nikkidouce5644]

Careless whisper is definitely my favourite from the video, love riding it need to get back soon it’s been too long

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Cheers mate. The trails will be running prime for your return I am sure 👍

[@ollieevansmtb495]

really liked careless whisper! got a mixture of everything! 👊👊

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It does that. Thanks for watching and good luck in the comp 😁

[@ollieevansmtb495]

@@streetpigeonmtb thank you!

[@simonhull5581]

All the trails looked awesome, definitely on my to do list soon. Ho chi min looked the danglies, nice and fast and flowy. 🤙

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Nice mate. Have you been to Glentress before?

[@simonhull5581]

@@streetpigeonmtb not yet, hoping to go this year. I live near hamsterley, so only couple of hours away for a day trip.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ah, nice one mate. I'll probably be heading the opposite way and checking out Hamsterley again! Enjoy it when you get here mate and let me know if you need any advice on must-do trails / locations 👍

[@simonhull5581]

@@streetpigeonmtb cheers, I will do. Same if you want to know some out the way trails in hamsterley. I know a few lads that would be good guides too. 🤙

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks Simon 👍

[@lewismcluskey9811]

Really liked empire of dirt. The double stream crossing was a great feature

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yeah. That is a great feature. The first 200metres is really fun as well. Fast, but very little traction! 👍

[@lewismcluskey9811]

Less traction = more fun 😂😬

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Mostly 🤣🙈💩

[@tissaenduroadventures7425]

Good to be one of the first to watch it honestly! Good riding, good video, pleasure to watch!!!!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Awesome buddy. If you tell me your favourite trail in the video we can get you entered into the Ridelines competition. Check my community feed, insta, or Facebook page for more info 👍

[@kateocallaghan6608]

I can’t believe I wasn’t already subscribed 🙈 I don’t think I’ve ridden any of these trails, will have to explore when we can visit! Careless Whisper looks great but scary 😂

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha. No problem at all Kate! It will be so nice to have you guys up here. Let me know and we can hopefully have you round for some garden drinks as well 😁

[@kateocallaghan6608]

@@streetpigeonmtb sounds awesome! I think we’re planning on visiting as soon as we’re allowed to cross the border, will keep you posted ✌🏼

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Awesome. Get in touch closer to the time. Some stuff I'd love to show you, some of it hidden! 😁

[@jamesdearsley8092]

I had never seen these trails before but my favourite one was empire of dirt. The way that it seems like it is trickier than than it looks. Aren't they always.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha. Very true. It is a really tricky trail. The middle and the end are all about keeping momentum which is really tricky on the terrain!

[@bonalyben32]

From that selection it has to be Careless Whisper for me - holds up pretty decent in different weathers, is nice and varied including some really fun swoopy bits and is great bang for your buck. HCM is great if you need to test out your suspension though 😁

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yeah. I often ride HCM just to mix it up. Nice to be in the open at speed sometimes 👍

[@mgirvan885]

Hcm is right good, for me it’s hard not to think of how bad a crash would be as speeds tend to be pretty high in the rough stuff. Although I have to admit, I’ve a soft spot for fairy liquid, nostalgic memories of no dab/ keep momentum challenges. Like a lot of local trails when I started riding and didn’t have a car. I def make an effort to ride fairy liquid when I’m in that part of Glentress. Anyway, good content. Thumbs up.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thank you mate. Yeah, trails like Fairy Liquid seem to have gone out of fashion a bit these days but they definitely have a place in my opinion. They are so good for developing core bike handling skills 👏

[@ellieoriginalsx]

I really enjoyed watching Ho Chi Minh, it was one of the first off piste trails I've ridden in Scotland. Awesome views! Interesting to see the difference in speed between us 😂🙈

[@streetpigeonmtb]

That's great. Thanks so much for the positivity... Do you live outwith Scotland?

[@ellieoriginalsx]

@@streetpigeonmtb I moved to Scotland from Cornwall 6 months ago for a job in forestry. I have a feeling I'll be up here for a long time 😁 (Tweed Valley) 😁

[@streetpigeonmtb]

That's great! Welcome to the Valley 😁

[@lawriewarke7195]

The video is amazing as always. All the trails look awesome but I really like how ho chi min looks and can't wait to give them all a blast. Bumped into at Glentress about a month ago you are a gent of a man keep up the amazing work xxx

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ah that is so cool mate. I'm pleased I was on my best behaviour! Cheers for commenting and we'll get you entered into the comp. Good luck 👍

[@olliemeres8788]

Ho Chi Minh for me. It really helped regain some of my confidence when I got back into mtb properly again last year. Good luck to those entering the competition!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

You too! Thanks for taking time to comment. Hopefully you enjoyed the vid 😁

[@jimbojrt]

Careless Whisper is a total winner, rowdy but not too steep. It was best when there was tinsel and an actual cardboard cutout of the late great George himself lurking in the woods behind a berm!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I remember that! Maybe they can get a more permanent fixture for George... A statue? 🤣

[@charlotteallen496]

Ho Chi Minh.. Looks so quick!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It is really fast Charlotte! Definitely keeps you on your toes!

[@charlotteallen496]

@@streetpigeonmtb I've only been out on the little Bonaly trails so far but hit my first jumps there over the Bank Holiday weekend and now I cant wait to get to glentress once the rules change 🤩

[@streetpigeonmtb]

That is awesome. It's all about the fun and personal progression! Maybe bump into you on the trails. Enjoy them when you get down this way 😁

[@josephhothersall2725]

Gotta be careless whisper bud! Best part is trying to keep pace with you through those turns hah

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha. I'm just trying to keep ahead of you. I can hear you chasing me down!

[@finlaymceachan6460]

Yet to make the trip down to the tweed valley from moray but careless whisper looks fun! You should ride up north in the summer theres loads of good trails in Moray area.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Hi mate. I'm hoping to get up your way when restrictions ease. The plan for the channel had always been to visit different locations but we went into lockdown before I really got started 😔

[@christyler4381]

Enjoyed that, feel cold watching!!!. 🥶

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha. It was OK right until the end. The weather can really still take a turn at this time of year. If you want to enter the competition check the community page for details. I appreciate it might be a bit out of your distance!

[@rach-adventures4892]

Ho Chi Min - the views are incredible ❤️

[@LauraJaneWeeTamMTB]

Nice! Careless whisper all the way for a favourite. Absolutely love that whole trail with the big berms and bus stops :)

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I can tell you love it by the speed you ride it at! #speedy!

[@campbellross8363]

Hi chi min is brilliant! Even though I was on a 450 quid hard tail when I rode it last! Need to try it on the full sus now!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It is a lot of fun on the full sus buddy. Scary, but fun 🤙🙌

[@christyler4381]

That first trail.. "super intense"... "scary"... 😲. and sorry about the commentary!!!..has to be the winning trail for me!!!.. You looked to ride it well to me😎👍

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks mate. Yeah, I was pleased with the riding. There is just a hell of a lot going on! 😁

[@lumsden26]

Ho chi min is really good , rode it last Sunday and because of the speed you can get caught out very easily.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Agree. There are some pretty big loose rocks. They are defo the things that scare me the most!

[@grantalexander9338]

careless whisper is my favourite I've road it before near the end of the day and was quite tired I crashed in to the little pine tree on the out shoot at the end love the videos keep the coming

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks Grant. I think the exit of the trail is really tricky. You can't let your guard down until you are out the trees. Thanks for the positive comment and good luck in the competition 👍

[@andylanigan5267]

Defo need to be on your game with Ho Chi Minh those rocks love to sneak up on you, great video as always Jamie

[@streetpigeonmtb]

You certainly do. I wonder how many tyres and rims it has claimed!

[@georgiapainting3857]

Ho Chi Min looked epic; fun and scary in equal parts! All the trails in the vlog looked amazing but that one stood out for me 🤙 Couple of moments where I have no idea how you stayed on two wheels...awesome riding bro 👏👊 The vlog flowed brilliantly, loved it sir, but was over too soon! Cheers, Andy

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks as always Andy! Yeah, i'll thank the predictability of the bike fir any saves! So many wee trail features to catch you out! 😁

[@robhume5461]

gotta be Careless Whisper, just has a bit of everything. hopefully be back soon

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Not too long now mate 🙌

[@struanrobertson1315]

I love Empire of Dirt. It’s part of my “go to” loop when I’m in Glentress🙌👌 great video mate. Riding well🚴

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks mate. Hopefully you'll be down this way again before you know it 👍

[@francomcsherrypostalteammt2196]

Some of my favourite trails there mate! Hchimin is just awesome from the top to bottom. If you link the other trails from the tower all the way down to hydro it's an awesome endro route! Great videos as always Jamie stay safe and well 🤘

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Totally. That link up is a proper killer as it has a brutal pedal section bang in the middle... Proper enduro! 😁

[@trailchatter5739]

Ho Chi Min for me! Looked really fast and one you've got to be on the ball with! Nice video, need to explore that side a bit more 🤙

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I love Ho Chi Min mate. It gets you down a bit quick but I love that it is pretty unique 👍

[@thegracefulfail6579]

Got to be empire of dirt, its up my street for skill set and confidence plus with the added scenery on the trial is just perfect, like a scene from starwars. Superb video as always

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thans Brendan. It is a beautiful trail isn't it 👍

[@thepainterdude1]

as usual great video just love those trails

[@streetpigeonmtb]

They are fantastic aren't they Paul 👍

[@llove-electrical]

Loved fairy liquid because you were so despret to get no dabs

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha! I was well chuffed with that 😁

[@Vinnyy98]

Love Ho Chi Min, it definitely gives you a false sense of security when you come of the brakes and let the bike do its thing! Amazing scenery and views too 🚵‍♂️

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yeah. You definitely aren't too far away from danger on that one!

[@ab_mtb]

Tbh careless whisper looked alot of fun. Cant beat a bit of flow with a little bit of tech thrown in

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yeah. It's a really well designed trail 👍

[@scotclimb0]

Careless Whisper had to be my favourite from the selection, can't wait to get back down there again

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I'm sure you'll love getting back here Mark. The trails are all in prime condition and haven't had loafs of traffic down them. So much fun 👍

[@256bones]

Never managed to tick careless whisper off my list yet. Empire of dirty and fairly liquid are nice and techy. Enjoy them for something different. However my favourite has to be Ho Chi Minh. As fast as you dare go and it definitely keeps you on your toes. Be on the edge down there is definitely an adrenaline rush being on the ragged edge down the Open section. Takes a while for the eyes to stop ratting in their sockets once you are out of the trail

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Absolutely. I always get nervous on the loose rock as well. Super fun but very high consequence if it were to go a bit pear shaped 🙈

[@256bones]

@@streetpigeonmtb tell me about it. I caught a rut slightly wrong the last time out and Ho Chi Minh turned into Ho Lee Sh**e for a few brief seconds 🤣

[@streetpigeonmtb]

🤣🤣🤣🙈💩

[@calumhunter8884]

The best trail from the video has to be Berm Baby Berm, surely?! haha. The best trail in Scotland that is! Barring BBB, it has to be Careless Whisper for me.- nothing says Tweed Valley to me more than snaking through the trees! Can't wait to get the AM9 back down to the Tweed Valley come April 26th!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It'll be so good when we can travel mate. How are you finding the AM9?

[@calumhunter8884]

@@streetpigeonmtb aaaabsolutely loving it mate! 👊 I managed to get it just before the industry all well nuts last year and it's just an absolute dream! 🤙

[@calumhunter8884]

The only thing I'm considering is swapping out the Deluxe Select+ for a SuperDeluxe air or coil! Think that would just be the icing

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Awesome. Yeah, I'm still in love with mine. How lucky were you to get one before it all went crazy?! Mad times 😜

[@streetpigeonmtb]

@@calumhunter8884 that's funny. I'm thinking exactly the same! I'd love to try a coil. I think it would be pretty incredible!

[@shygravy]

Hi chi min every time!!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

😍🙌

[@paultopham6228]

Careless whisper has to be my favourite, it has a good variety of features. Empire of dirt is a great trail, different to other trails in the valley as it has less gravity to carry you over features, plenty of roots to catch you out. Ho chim in is great for a fast blast to finish the day.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks Paul 👍 A good summary of all those trails for sure. CW definitely seems to be a favourite judging by the comments 👍

[@obmtb371]

Careless whisper because it is just the best!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It is a great trail Oscar! Lots going on and lots of fun!

[@HeLliShSiN]

Awesome trails!! I'd like the private tuition to be able to tackle them all

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Of course. Make sure you tell us your favourite trail from the video then we can get you entered! 😁

[@HeLliShSiN]

@@streetpigeonmtb oh it's gotta be careless whisper!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thank you!

[@tattytelly]

Ho chi min for me, I love me some flow! Nice video dude.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Thanks mate. Cheers for the comment and the positivity. Good luck in the comp! 👍

[@markdmcbride]

Ho chi min as it looks super fun.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Super-fast fun indeed!

[@DansTrailShreds]

Careless whisper is my favourite! Love how the berms just keep coming and it's quite long (Similar to golfie stuff kinda) But don't get me wrong, it's an intense enduro trail with some steep gnarly bits!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It seems to be a real favourite amongst a lot of the comments here. I totally get why. I do agree with you on the distance front. There is something really nice about being in a trail for a decent chunk of time!

[@tomasreznicek5107]

Can’t beat a good run of careless whisper 👍 Fast with little bit of tech at the bottom. Need to get my self back to GT

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yup. Very fast when you and Laura ride it... The speed team indeed!

[@hamishpalmer7323]

Hi chi Min as it's fun to just fly down it

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yup! It certainly is 👍

[@benlangford4850]

CW all the way. So well built and so much fun!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It's turned into such a great trail hasn't it?! Love it 😁

[@burler]

Ho Chi Minh for me Jamie. Being a tree & root coward I like the open spaces.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha. If you are getting down Ho Chi Min with any sort of speed then you aren't too much of a coward 😁🙌👍

[@burler]

@@streetpigeonmtb I didn’t say I was fast though 😂

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha! It's all relative 😁

[@DAMCN1]

Loved Ho Chi Min fast and rough. Never ridden any Glentress but hopefully get there in the next few weeks and if there was some tuition before I get there even better.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Awesome Douglas. Good luck in the comp and either way, have a good time when you visit. Hopefully the vids I have can give you a few ideas of trails and places to ride 😁

[@rosschristie1]

Fairy Liquid looked like decent type 2 fun - I'm a fairly ambitious beginner but slightly apprehensious about super steep sections, and find root riding actually pretty enjoyable for some reason. Really keen to get to visit Tweed Valley at some point 🤙

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Cheers Ross. I still find super steep stuff plays mind games with me so you are not alone. Fairy Liquid is a really good trail to practise your technical riding. I was well pleased not to dab! Hopefully you'll get a visit soon. Maybe even for a Ridelines course if you win!

[@ebikehirescotland9322]

Ho chi Minh for the views.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yeah. You can't really knock the views up there 🙌

[@aaronmtb]

Swanzy I think you called it looked a lot of fun decent tech and flow mix and nice length

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Cheers bud! Hope you are all gid 👍

[@lawrencebowden1794]

Careless whisper and those two tight trees at the end of the flat section.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha. Yeah, they feel like a squeeze every time!

[@fatdadrider5730]

Was cold at the local today can’t imagine how cold it was down the road 🥶 Big fan of careless whisper but thunder struck for the win lol

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I hear you. I still haven't ridden TS when it has been in decent conditions. I think after a long dry spell that trail would be epic!

[@MTBScotland]

Ho Chi Minh is a good laugh.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yeah. I'm with you on that Ross. I like the feeling of speed and just being out in the open. Especially on a nice day when the sun is shining and the air is still 😁

[@MTBScotland]

@@streetpigeonmtb nobody asked for your opinion lol

[@streetpigeonmtb]

@@MTBScotland ha ha. No, I just thought i'd give it though! : )

[@christielogan422]

Favourite trail has to be ho chi min since it’s so fun to let off the brakes and smash thru those roots

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It is lovely. Such a sense of speed 😁

[@bigstoozeradventures]

Another wonderful video. Great biking skills and entertainment. What was the tyre liner you were putting in? I assume to prevent punctures. Cheers. Stoozer.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Hey mate. I've fitted Nukeproof ARD front and rear. Firstly for rim and puncture protection but also for the damping. I'm running relatively light tyre casings so hopefully with the inserts they end up being as robust as Double Downs with slightly improved damping 👍

[@bigstoozeradventures]

@@streetpigeonmtb Nice. As ever, thank you for responding. Much appreciated. Stoozer.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

No problem at all. I love have connection with all of you. Take care and stay safe bud 👍

[@ChunkyDawz1]

Love Ho Chi Min for a pretty weird reason... I remember the first time I rode it and took and belter of a tumble on it and rode it like a donkey. Actually a 3 legged donkey could ride the trail better than I did that day. Anyway, it’s certainly a trail I felt I’ve progressed on and seeing a noticeable difference in my riding, hence my enjoyment!! How do you find the inserts?

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Hi mate. So far the inserts are excellent. I bought the ARD as a muppet like myself cab fit them easily. You can run the tyres about 2-4 psi lower quite easily. They work brilliantly over rock and really dampen the trail. I've heard with the ARD they can lengthen over time and may need cut down. That hasn't happened yet but it is early days!

[@kevinwood8021]

Jamie, mint as per ace! Comp answer Ho Chi Min, its flat fast but requires real cocentration to ride it well. Two Qs pse. What inserts did you insert? Thoughts on the onsie . Thank you

[@streetpigeonmtb]

I've gone with Nukeoroof ARD for the inserts. Cheap and easy to fit. The only issue I've heard about is that they can lengthen over time so at some point you might need to shorten and cable tie them - otherwise they can make a rumbling sound apparently. So far I really rate them though. You can run a good 2-3 psi less but still feel supported 👍 The onesie is great. Defo a specialist piece of clothing though. For days when it is raining hard it is super cold. Above about 10 degrees temp and you'll get seriously toasty!

[@crazyoldmaninthewoods]

Awesome vid Jamie. I thought the fast section before you got to the start of Ho Chi Minh looked ace, what trail is that? Cheers for filming, Andy

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Let me check on the official name...

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Hi Andy. I think that was still Carl's Lane 👍

[@julieshanks7140]

Ho Chi Min because it’s a pretty good trail with tonnes of line choices! Different every time you go up 🤣

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It is a great trail, really under-rated. It scares me but I love it 👍

[@trailsfromthedarkside6460]

Brutal conditions. Well riden. Great job as always. Were you running tubes before you put the inserts in? Notice a big difference? Can’t wait to get back up the road again. Ride Safe mate.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Hi mate. I was Tubeless before inserts and the difference is huge. You'll notice going from tubes to Tubeless first of all. The tyre responds differently to the terrain, almost more supple IMO. Adding the inserts retains the initial suppleness but also adds a lovely damped feel. You can run the PSI very low for that initial grip but there is a nice feel as you stuff starts to be absorbed by the insert itself 👍

[@trailsfromthedarkside6460]

@@streetpigeonmtb sweet. Might be worth considering. I run tubeless but am quite prone to rim dinging😱. Keep up the sterling work

[@leemcfaul1321]

Careless whisper. I finally made it down the Shute without falling off a few weeks ago! 😁

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Good job! I need to try and get the left line on the chute sorted! Thanks for commenting and good luck in the competition 👍

[@alanmorton8459]

WooHoo - competition!! Subscribe to youtube channel - Check Watch latest vlog - Check Like vlog - Check Fav trail - Ho chi Minh Great vlog Jamie, love the look of first but especially the last trail. What a competition prize, pure belter!!!!!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Just saw this. Thank god as I'm just about to pick the winner!

[@juanromeromtb]

Nice video.... which camera and camera setting are you using? it looks great in spite of the low light conditions....stabilization usually is nos good with these light conditions...

[@streetpigeonmtb]

It's a Hero 7 Black mate. I been playing around with various settings from Abe Kislevitz 👍

[@juanromeromtb]

@@streetpigeonmtb cheers mate, I'll check it!!

[@MrMdoo11]

Done Ho Chi Min a few years ago. Would love tuition as lost confidence after dislocating my shoulder last year. Would help with bike position

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Sorry to hear that. I'm sure the guys at Ridelines could help you with that. Good luck in the comp. Because this isn't a massive channel you should have pretty decent odds!

[@scotty1841]

Favourite has to be careless whisper although I haven't tied ho chi min

[@streetpigeonmtb]

CW is great mate. Defo get HCM on your list though. Just make sure your tyres are in good nick as it has the potential to cause some damage! 🙈

[@johndavey7345]

Looks moister than an oyster. Assuming tress always wetter than inners? Nice to see non bike park trails as there are plenty of belters

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Actually, tress can be really dry. However the Western Trails do not drain as well and are often pretty wet! You should comment on your favourite trail in the vid and we can get you entered into the Ridelines competition that goes alongside this vlog 👍

[@johndavey7345]

@@streetpigeonmtb hmmm, either Thunderstruck or Dave's Trail or Hush Hush.....lets go with Thunderstruck!!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

None of them were in the vid! 😉

[@johndavey7345]

@@streetpigeonmtb muppet....careless whisper...

[@streetpigeonmtb]

🤣 Not at all! I just wanted to make sure you got an entry to the comp mate. Cheers for taking time to watch and comment 👍

[@musiciansteve7785]

My favourite trail of these is Fairy Liquid (Not really)

[@streetpigeonmtb]

That response begs a bit more questioning! 🤣 We'll get you entered into the comp. If you win you can tells us what your favourite trail is... really!

[@musiciansteve7785]

@@streetpigeonmtb thank you! I love your videos

[@streetpigeonmtb]

No worries. Thanks so much for the positivity mate 👍

[@bendavidson4958]

What camera settings do you use , that footage is way better than mine

[@streetpigeonmtb]

4K30, Hypersmooth, Superview, EV standard, min iso 100, max iso 3200, white balance 5500k. I think they are the main ones mate 👍

[@givemeakidney]

I like HCM, because I hate my wrists and my ankles.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ha ha! You can probably add tyres and rims to that list as well!

[@givemeakidney]

@@streetpigeonmtb True enough. I put in ard inserts last year but have yet to get back down to the valley since, thanks to Rona, so I've yet to get the full benefit 🤞.

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Ah nice. How did you rate the ARDs before Rona hit? So far I'm really impressed 👍

[@givemeakidney]

@@streetpigeonmtb So far so good. Theres a savage rocky section on my route out of the Pentlands that I've ruined two tyres and a rim on in the past (e-bike too) and I PRd it on Friday without so much as a ding. I really liked the valves she the fact that my non-superhuman forearms and fingers can get them fitted!

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Yeah. That was the decider for me. I think there are probably better protectors out there however many of them just look impossible to fit. For me the ARD had the best balance of cost, ease of fit and protection. I'm interested to see how they perform over time 👍