Hardest Day on the bike EVER - Hangover Trail, Sedona, Arizona

On a super windy, cold, and rainy day, I attempt to ride the most difficult trail in Sedona and I eat a huge helping of humble pie.
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Intro Music
Song: Amulets - Length of Light
Song: Dan Lebowitz - Forgiven Fate
Hangover Backside Music
Song: Kevin MacLeod - Faceoff
Outro
Song: Joakim Karud - Movin' w/ Blue Wednesday
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[@Roaming50]

Damn. Not the trail for such poor weather! I like your honesty that when riding alone to not be too proud to walk a dicey section.

[@blumenpedaler9516]

Despite conditions and that rough start, way to get out there and push your limits! That’s what it’s all about.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Thanks! It’ll definitely be easier “next time” now that I know what to expect. 😄

[@BikingwithJP]

Ouch! Nobody wants to start a difficult trail day with an OTB crash! Glad you seemed to get away without any major injury.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Yes! I was happy for no injuries to myself or the hiker. 👍

[@MichianaMadman]

Looks a bit different than the Midwest. You did awesome man!

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Thanks!

[@bfg_mtb]

Grand Central is super flowy and fun. Definitely give that a go next time. And props to you for doing Hangover in those conditions (and solo).

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Thanks! It was tough but I was committed after chickening out last trip. I’ve heard good things about Grand Central and will definitely try to ride it next time. 🙏

[@TheCrashingDad]

Oh man, that was BRUTAL... But I'm glad that you are willing to ride it again (despite saying it'd be your ONE time on the trail)... Now that you've had eyes on it, the second and third time you'll definitely have a better time 🤘🏼(hopefully with better weather and friends) I will say though, that it doesn't get any less scary 😬

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Oh yea, I definitely left a lot of unfinished business up there. Best to face such challenges with friends (and better weather). 😝

[@3ravines275]

I was there 20 yrs ago, it was horrific then. I see it has not changed much.

[@BrianVaughn]

That was a good slam right out of the gate. I'm sure this will end up being one of those type 2 fun days. I'm the same way about new trails. I normally need to look at a feature a few times before I hit it and on new trails, I can get real cautious. I bet the next time you ride there, it will be a night and day experience.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

It’ll definitely be better next time. 👍

[@jasonzawacki8238]

I was literally making plans to check out sedona when this popped up. Its a sign.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Of the three H's, Hiline IMO is the most doable for us regular skilled humans. :)

[@jasonzawacki8238]

I was looking at the cathedral rock loop too

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Thats a really nice area (but where in Sedona isn’t? 😀). The climb on Templeton though is pretty brutal. I heard good things about Easy Breezy too, but only after I took a different route.

[@dangraf3646]

gee toto I don't think we're at palos anymore. great video man. keep at it. come visit Atwood in Rockford next season. super flowy and no angry 🌵

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

I've been wanting to check Atwood out! :D

[@themiddleagemasher8108]

Hangover is past my pay grade. I do ‘ok’ on Hiline

[@sparks701]

You live in Illinois. What the hell are you doing out there?? Good for you. You went wayyyy farther than I would have. I wouldn’t walk some of those tight spots. Great video! The trails can only get easier from there.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Definitely a bucket list trail.

[@ThePedro8-25-78]

I think we’ve all had one or more(I’ve had several) of those rides when you just feel defeated within the first 5 minutes! Great job pushing through the suffering!👍🏻

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Thanks! I wanted to turn around a few times, but I figured it couldn't get any worse. lol

[@avioxsupport3761]

Anyone else notice he said “holy cow” on the trail “cow pies”???

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Lol, I do say “holy cow” a lot. 😂🐮

[@wpf312]

Seems like a lotta squeeze for the juice lol. I’m sure you’ll have a redemption ride in the future under better circumstances!

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Oh man, I would love a redemption ride, but with an emotional support group. :D

[@wizaxed]

That looked pretty scary, but such a cool view!! And now you can say you did it!! Nice job.

[@MTBTrailSherpa]

TACO truck!! Awesome! Solo hangover in big wind and WET. Man, that would be scary with a friend. Did you see any other riders? Did you feel your balls grow after this? Props to you

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

I saw zero riders and exactly 1 hiker (we chat in the video) on Hangover proper. Plenty of other hikers on the trails leading up. Saw some bikers leaving via Schnebly Hill Road as I was heading up.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Lol, my balls were probably a little bigger right after Hangover kicked me in the balls. 😂

[@keithswynenburg2608]

Hangover seems to be like a Super Mario level.......do the cacti shoot their needles at you while you go by? Hope the rubber chicken survived. Safe travels from Lockport IL.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

No needles but I was super watchful for those Mario Kart bananas.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Yeah that was pretty scary looking. I would've walked most of it. Great job!

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Next time I ride it will be with an emotional support crew. :P

[@triton189]

Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go. T.S. Elliot Nice job, tough conditions out there. I HATE wind! 😄

[@gman6059]

Come on. You've ridden XX extension, that should have been a piece of cake! Obviously joking. That looked miserable.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Lol, it's XXe on steriods and viagra at the same time.

[@dougtanis2755]

Man,the views are beautiful but this dosent even look fun haha.

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

No bad views in Sedona. :D