How to MTB in Hot Weather

[@scottrc5776]

when I was really young I though hydration pack were for blowing up with air so you can breathe under water. I was dumb

[@JIMEE]

Scott RC LOL 😂

[@God8-O]

Scott RC That's not a bad idea...

[@owengrahame4794]

hahaha someone needs to try that!

[@coen8323]

God :-O yes it is you will float

[@tuckera1879]

Instead if the air around you and the water in the pack it becomes the air in the pack and the water around you!

[@YaronYogev]

my tips, based on riding in hot Israel 1) start as early as possible in the day. Nothing beats the colors of sunrise over the Jerusalem mountains... 2) if you're into long XC rides, go for ones with shorter climbs and road/trail with firmer ground, avoid roads that are ground into powder 3) know where you can get water on your course in case you run out of water 4) try to choose a shaded area. my favorite is a course in the pine forests

[@Jeremy-fy1sz]

When i was riding with my school team, I found that the best combo was a hydration pack full of ice water, and a bottle with Gatorade on the bike.

[@TheJaezus]

AZ rider here, gotta be up and on the trail by sunrise if you want to do any trail riding here in the summer.

[@AmericusMaximus]

Jason McCord So right.

[@jesse3625]

Clicked this cause I live in Arizona. I laugh at your 92^

[@GasGrassOrAssetto]

We had one weekend this summer where 7 people died on the trails in Phoenix and Tucson. One of them was a personal trainer riding with 2 doctors... hydrate or die.

[@ulyssesvaughan464]

Jesse Felix 92 with Florida humidity feels more like 100+

[@adrianhernandezarista]

Ulysses Vaughan it may feel like 100+, but we are at 100+

[@Tom-gv7hc]

The humidity kills though

[@michaelfoodlover2742]

I only ride very early in the morning or very late at night during the summer in Phoenix, otherwise it's just too hot. 108 degrees at 7pm is still killer.

[@mbsk6356]

Ha ha ha I live in Scotland where it's bloody freezing why am I watching this.

[@bkxc]

I'm all about that spandex, baby!

[@theceoofgibson2563]

Why does this have one reply

[@immakungfukicku3513]

Nah there’s 3 reply’s dude

[@ghazypangerang6118]

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[@Hi-ns1md]

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[@willj8446]

@@Hi-ns1md 6

[@xpythagoras4044]

Note that if you fill the hydration pack to the brim then freeze it, the pack will tear due to the expansion of water as it turns to ice.

[@Jun235sg]

Take both water bottle and hydration pack.

[@Jun235sg]

+Eric Cartman I got 2 litre of water in my hydration pack and 750ml of sports drink in my bottle.

[@mack5692]

R/madlads

[@intandiana2786]

Drink your sweat

[@traceyslatter8143]

Yes

[@007-Bond]

Ok. Should I also tow a huge 1000L water tank behind me as well?

[@benpepke8466]

cold watermelon is best to eat on the trails or before

[@johnmay330]

Yes. My favourite summer fruit!

[@jdoggaming3358]

Agreed, especially since it is a hydration food

[@Fleepage]

Natural, filling, and hydrating. Can't get much better

[@johnmay330]

***** True haha. I love them because it is so refreshing

[@ScoutJoe]

It also a healthy food

[@Ghrostillo]

How to MTB in Cold af Weather pls!

[@joelpyy446]

felpel102 sunmer in finland -3 degrees

[@Tom-gv7hc]

Wear a jacket

[@agustinechevarria8048]

how to mtb in hot weather= you can't how to mtb in cold weather=just put on a lot of clothes

[@GarryFPV]

its literally impossible to bike where i am rn. The snow is 2 ft tall and the windstorms have decimated the trails. it's also -9 degrees F

[@zenithar5415]

Suomi perkelee

[@youngboyj9033]

Hey Seth, I live in Arizona and the heat is usually 100 degrees and above, although it is very dry and hot, I have gotten used to it by taking breaks in between my rides and bringing lots of water.

[@michaelip1569]

In summer, I usually ride at night

[@letsgocamping88]

To do that in the uk you'd have to start at about 9 in the evening. Early mornings are pretty cool

[@VAX1970]

UK forests are spooky at night and the deer are a nightmare, i almost hit them on a regular basis. At least in daylight you can see them.

[@lilthrall]

i live in los angeles and i can't stand riding before sunset during late spring/summer/fall/almost all the time

[@TheGalaxy-ow2pf]

Michael Ip I made that photo

[@rahkinrah1963]

Yeah! Night riding is "cooler" with a different dimension...bears, elk on the trail, screaming mountain lions, and cows with devilish red eyes! Had them all...with no one to help.

[@Adam-lp5vz]

I love it when it's hot. I ride downhill and my local trails are soo muddy in winter. So summer is a blessing

[@brycemcdermaid7995]

Adam where you at?

[@Adam-lp5vz]

newzealand

[@agustinechevarria8048]

you are lucky because summer where I live is not possible, is just too hot, and when is cold here is drier and cooler

[@williammtbaz7044]

I live in Arizona... and 92° is nice weather!

[@Tom-gv7hc]

arizona heat is great unless its like 110 out. but 80 in florida feels like 100 in arizona

[@williammtbaz7044]

Funny how the weather temperature changes from state to state!

[@agustinechevarria8048]

William MTB AZ I live in miami florida and 90 degrees feels hotter than 110 degrees with no humidity, last summer I went to las vegas and it was 110, It felt really hot but nothing beats the heat of florida I guarantee it, trust me

[@LoganKraft]

Yeah. I'm in Vegas. Same here.

[@davidmayer7732]

same i am in tucson

[@bikescapade4034]

Here in Middle East, We froze a gel pack & put inside our hydration bag along with the bladder to keep it cold. Ride Safe

[@disconnected2043]

Haha In Alberta Canada it was like 30c which is unbearable for most of us candians

[@danny-wl8vc]

same here in germany

[@olivereng3532]

ikr

[@alexnewman4974]

it was 36 in Ontario yesterday

[@zFLAVEz]

Yeah plus the humidity in NB is crazy.

[@bradendoucette4139]

in Belleville ontario yesterday it was 42c

[@jamesbeasley2623]

hell im in arizona i am a frequent rider a tip that i would give is have a ice chest in your car just for water you can dump on yourself and i drink at least 10 water bottles before i go

[@pinecone76]

Another vote for freezing the hydration pack the night before the trip. Have been practicing this trick from the time I got one and love the end result (steady flow of ice cold water). Also, in between trips, I keep storing the empty packs in the freezer. Supposedly this is one fool proof method of preventing any mold from building up. So far I can say that indeed it works! Keep up the good work! Love your videos!

[@sewingfordolls3323]

I just started riding a bike in May,..i had not done so in years. I love it. In North Carolina it gets hot, not as much as Florida but still pretty hot so even though i am a beginner hydration is important on my list. I don't mountain bike yet but my cheap hybrid keeps me on my toes and here at the beach there is plenty to do. I research what to do to stay cool first then i plan my rides. since i am a beginner i start out going on short distances. I bike ride to a park that is about 1/2 mile to 1 mile away. there is plenty of shade and even a small off road trail that my bike can handle. I know where the water fountains are and I take a small back pack that is light on the luggage. I take two bottles mixed with either gateraide or just plain water. i don't go during the heat of the day which means I ride in the morning or late in the evening. I plan on riding about 10miles to a park down the road but that is for another day and I am already planning on that.

[@baileybassett7554]

I live in Queensland Australia and never really thought much about the heat. Guess I'm just used to it.

[@ItsLost]

and its winter and still hot

[@b-radracing173]

Me too

[@joebailey8845]

Isn't it the middle of Winter there though?

[@joebailey8845]

Sounds hotter than balls. Yeah, I'm in Japan where it's 33c and 100% humidity. Not fun:(

[@b-radracing173]

+Lachlan Mallinson ya

[@jacksonpalmer8955]

1:32 my how times change. He’s got everything mounted to his bike now 😂

[@leifashley]

Just a few things: 1. 90+ temps, you must hydrate the night before or you're going to have issues 2. NEVER freeze your water bladder or fill it full of ice. Most manufactures will tell you it will fail/crack at some point and will void any warranty 3. Banana or some other type of electrolyte is needed if you're sweating out a gallon of water a day or you will get heat cramps. I pulled my calf with one I had one so bad in GA heat.

[@somerandomperson9724]

Me: laughs in Australian

[@zanyrucel8667]

Same ha

[@australiansickcunt170]

Yooo same

[@marinberndt4049]

Same

[@bigboyhours6473]

Same

[@loganclarke8936]

Same lol Aussie Aussie oi oi oi

[@Ronsonic]

Clothing recommendation: waffle weave base layer. You feel cooler the moment you pull it on. Great help here in Tampa where we end up riding through swamp land.

[@scottlarson1223]

I have to either ride in the morning or the evening. I live in Kingman, Arizona. Great mountain bike trail here.

[@jaredayers6670]

Reporting from Arizona here! Ride early, ride late, and nap in between is the only way to do it out here in the summer. We'll typically ride from 5a-8a, or 9p-midnight. That, and constant hydration......Its rough for two months, but the other 10 are amazing! Great channel Seth, keep it up

[@williamhunt768]

I really dig the freezing bag idea. When it's 90+ degrees and I have multiple 1/2 + mile climbs in the mountains, I find that the more breathable your shirt and shorts are, the better. Also, finding a chamios cream with menthol can help for the first parts of the ride.

[@MrMateZ]

the next video you should do early morning ride

[@jakerobinson3578]

that's so true

[@sean0575]

"hot as balls"...I say that all the time and got a good laugh when you started your video with that descriptor! love the videos Seth, keep it up!

[@LarryHopper]

I bought a mountain bike because biking on shaded forest trails is so much more enjoyable. Freezing the entire hydration pack is a great idea. Keep up the good work, Seth.

[@laustudie]

I rode in a desert on holiday. One liter an hour was the bare minimum. My longest trip i had 6,5 liters on my back. As long as you have enough water your body will be able to regulate your temprature.

[@daepicreeves955]

you: oh its 92 degrees me a confused brit: how is he alive!!!

[@DinnerForkTongue]

Me, the typical brazilian biker: Nice temperature to go out biking and catch a breeze!

[@turkerharungungor1586]

@@DinnerForkTongue in Antalya Turkey its 38 40degrees in summer. Its 100 and 104 fahrenheit

[@dylpriest7140]

That fan what you had in your phone breaks your phone don't use it

[@roarore8810]

zeqo beast depends if its cheap or not

[@raihanislam912]

Roarore88 not true, it frys it.

[@martinsindans1341]

@@roarore8810 iPhone can't give that much power so the charging port board dies Some android devices can handle it but I won't use it

[@XGaming1]

Exactly, I was going to say that same thing, I got one on amazon to take apart and use the motor for a project I was working on and before I took it apart my friend plugged it into his phone and it started spinning, his iPhone 6 was fine for two weeks until he dropped it and cracked his screen and then it stopped charging.

[@martinsindans1341]

@@XGaming1 if you are brave enough you can try to buy a charging port and replacement, and you can replace it and the screen easily. See ifixit for the info Apple might take them in customs

[@camachopepe]

In Coachella Valley where temperatures can reach up to 109 degrees right now I ride early in the morning around 6:00am and finish by 9:30ish am. I try to stay hydrated and bring plenty of water during my rides.

[@rebeccaedwards8590]

I live in South Mississippi and I wear a black full face helmet, lined with a black wool cap while I ride. My gloves are black and I wear long workout pants which are also black. (Today my shirt was black too). Today when I rode, the temp was 97° when I started riding and was 100° when I was done. All your tips are very good and I'm gonna start freezing my hydration pack the night before. Thank you for the tip. Another couple things I do to stay on the trails for long rides in 100° weather are 1. Wet my hair before the ride. (When you start rolling, you're instantly cooled down) 2. Water breaks every 15-20 mins and on every water break wet your wrists and your temples. Also, both sides of your neck and if you have ice water, hold the bottle on your neck and take deep breaths, which instantly brings your body temp down. This has allowed me to ride for 10+ miles wearing all that hot black stuff and not get sick from heat exhaustion On some days though, like today, those water breaks are more like every 10 mins

[@quijybojanklebits8750]

Ppl in az just drop dead when they ride in summer... its instant

[@fell-7282]

Legend has it if you come this early Seth will respond

[@SethsBikeHacks]

The legend is true

[@fell-7282]

+Seth's Bike Hacks you are my hero

[@RickyScoles]

lol love how legit this channel is and not just product placing like all the other big mtb channels

[@huntermlmfao2778]

do you know any really good mtb trails or indoor parks

[@benpepke8466]

+hunter m LMFAO there is a indoor park in Milwaukee WI and one in Cleveland OH, called Rays mtb

[@R3dz40]

I live in Laredo Texas and it’s the same way. Hot hot hot. I never thought about hydrating the day before. Freezing the whole pack, Great tip 👍

[@DiabolicalBiscuit]

We rarely get that hot here in the UK, but we have awful humidity. Basically what that means is that some days breeze doesn’t exist, lovely warm air blowing across your body

[@lock_estunts5685]

It is freezing In Australia but it is good for this summer. Great video

[@jamesbaker2710]

Same here in nz ❄️

[@BlankUserName]

Wtf it's hot as fuck in Queensland suck it up baby it's fucking 30 degrees out

[@jackobrownyy1241]

+HippyPeaceCo hotter then a Bunnings sausage sizzle

[@ventur9025]

Wtf? What part of Australia? It's hot af

[@nicholaswojtowicz6591]

Well there is no way to solve how to ride in the heat is you hop on your bike and go

[@davidly9716]

Hot as balls at my house

[@Thrillowatt]

* bwalls

[@annneal5501]

NinjaGamer 44

[@jonhardy7131]

Arizonan here, all of the things you said are helpful. The heat here is excruciating and I have found that there is an additional level of preparation required. Think of athletes who go to the mountains to train. They do this to put their bodies through a harsher environment so they can have an edge. In a similar way, I have found that gradually acclimating to the heat is helpful. Your body will change how it functions to be enhanced for the extreme heat. The goal is to reduce the impact extreme heat has on you, physiologically. Getting out and being more active in the seasons leading up to summer, driving with the windows down when possible, and doing other day to day things once it is hot will help transition your body. Additionally, I bring a cucumber (mostly water and might aid as an anti-inflammatory), salt, and chewing gum to keep my mouth and throat moist. To reduce sun exposure and evaporation from the ultra dry air I wear a thin, loose, white, long sleeve training shirt. If you train your body, you will be physiologically more prepared and can put more brain and body power to the task at hand, rather than trying to figure out how to cope with the heat. If it's still overwhelming, go in the morning. Or just go to Flagstaff.

[@kodakyokud.b.g4036]

I dare Seth to do what I do five days a week. I wake up at 5 throw on my 80lb work bag and ride 11 miles to work on a tree farm, work 8 to 11 hr in a hot ass field, then bike another 11 miles to get home. yall got that easy life and I love your guys channel ive learned a couple new things from yall

[@rahkinrah1963]

Can't you afford a car?

[@elee325]

Blessing in disguise!

[@wreams2964]

Yet you have a furry profile pic? ‘Cause that says I’m a hard core badass lumberjack.

[@50nollieman]

Out here in california its going to be in the 100s next week. Last time I rode during a heat wave I found that just the hydration pack isnt enough. I ran out of water during the first loop so I took one descent down back to my car and grabbed some water bottles. Filled all my water up at the drinking fountain and went back out to the wilderness park. Most helpful TIP I can give is to take the extra water bottles with you and when youre climbing and start overheating, stop and pour some water on yourself. Get your jersey, socks and even shorts wet. When youre ready to ride uphill again and the wind hits you itll feel AMAZING. And OF COURSE dont pour water on yourself when you need it for drinkng(hence the extra water bottles). Ive seen 3 hikers get 911 called on them from heat exhaustion. Stay safe and have fun! BTW check out some of my lame mtb vids lol

[@rdjps]

Here in West Texas I start my ride as soon as it's light enough to see the snakes. That gives you an hour or so to ride. Hydration packs are mandatory as is continuous hydration the rest of the day. Short hard rides in the summer to maintain fitness in preparation for fall.

[@MrNobody-bv4ec]

Need to look at Ice Plates, a bit bulkier than say a hydro pack, but can freeze them solid before then wear them standalone or under a pack, soaks and cools your back as it melts and fresh cold water. Love mine.

[@larvitardratini5965]

"wutter"

[@LeavingIslam]

I love Sun ☀️ . I have washing machine . I just Changing my clothes every one hour . Note: Some times, I wash my self with a cold water (1 liter ) of cold water. Then , i am wearing the other clothes .

[@booty_hunter4207]

Well said

[@LeavingIslam]

@@booty_hunter4207 Today's sweating is less, sweat coming out of the skin is less, the heat is increasing, and sweating is less.

[@booty_hunter4207]

@@LeavingIslam exactly what I was thinking

[@jamesvaldez718]

Arizona living.. We start our ride about 6am and ride till about 9am.. after that its Lunch time and maybe a bike wash. Your right about shorter rides and trails that are close circle tracks to the car. Prescott Brownlow trial.. Thanks for the vids Seth!!! Much appreciated...

[@peteraugust5295]

I am impressed by people who keep mountainbiking in a place like this... Honestly, I would have never started there. That gives me another appreciation for slow people in bike parks, image they just flew in from a place like this haha

[@ParkerJonesmtb]

Well Seth here in BC it was 36° C a few days ago ( idk what it is in farenheit) so we're not doing very well either

[@i69m]

i think its like 90

[@joshuahanning3850]

96.8 in Fahrenheit

[@danny-wl8vc]

Holy shit here in germany most times about 29/30℃ and we are dying ok i ride dirtjumps and we dig and build and that stuff but its so hot (not as hot as at yours but were not used to this heat)

[@jamesbeasley2623]

96 thats like a winter day for us in Arizona

[@SuperXblasterX]

I feel like I just need to say this. Seth, I fucking love your videos.

[@SithLord77]

Rider in Arizona here - "Fresh Balls Lotion" is a miracle for comfort in the summer. No joke!!!

[@fxdeuce]

I am planning on buying an EMTB soon (I know, but am 70) and am picking up tips. I used to live in Vegas and ride a Harley. One thing that really helped was to bring a spray bottle. I also still have a vest that you soak and wear. We have hot days in Oregon, but not that many and it always cools down after sunset.

[@RRBuilder611]

What do I do stay cooler? How do I break the heat? Live up north... ERRR

[@xclent1975]

Keep your cold winters I will trade heat for the freezing cold any day

[@RCKING1]

I live in bc and bike on frome and whistler under the trees

[@pandevant]

And summer didn't start until 3 days ago. Dang it's been cold and wet. Gorgeous day in Whistler today 20 degrees.

[@ryankennard6626]

Many of the conversations are about dry heat vs humid heat. Either way, you sweat to cool yourself. While humidity makes it more difficult to cool, your soaked shirt reminds you to hydrate. Riding in the dry Southwest, many people forget to hydrate, because they do not feel the moisture leaving their body through respiration and perspiration. As Seth says, “The key is hydration.” When I lived in AZ, the way to extend the riding season was with lights! Riding at 4am was the coolest option, when it gets down into the 80s in May and 90s in summer.

[@islandman6427]

Seth, I agree, I live in South Texas on the coast, so 95 degrees and 80+% humidity make riding the trails an early AM thing from about May to September. I do have a suggestion that works for me. I also hydrate well at home before I head out to the trails. I also take a Thermo Tab. A salt tablet sold at Walmart. I only take one and then wash it down with a full glass of water about an hour before I hit the trails. I can drink all of my hydration pack (3 liters) in a 90 minute trail ride. After 90 minutes I am usually soaked and done. I also carry some sugar free Gatorade in the car and drink one or more of these after the bike is loaded and the AC in the car is cranked on as I head home. This method has worked well for this 50+ year old and prevents dehydration and any leg cramps later in the day. If you can drink 3 liters of water and never pee, you are doing some serious sweating. Hope this helps.

[@dittogalaxy1144]

Phrase of the day?...... Hot as BOWLS

[@beebot4507]

Dittogalaxy11 Betty swollocks lol

[@ahitler5592]

92 degrees? holy hell. the weather in here is mostly 32 degrees and people are sweating to death!

[@ahitler5592]

ah Fahrenheit my bad

[@Chiyumeh]

We wouldnt survive a 92°C day :D

[@danny-wl8vc]

+Ecchi till i die Its 92℉ not celsius

[@Chiyumeh]

Dexo i know but our little friend adolf thought it would be Celcius

[@sporttuttle3252]

It's 106 degrees here in south Texas

[@mc540flip]

Great tips! I live in Arizona and wake at 4am to beat the heat. Some ride at night. Like you said short loops and plenty of water.

[@grizzle273463]

TIP 1: Get rid of the racing jersey. You're not racing, you're out to enjoy, get exercise, have fun etc. Jerseys trap the heat against your body with their elastic hems. Sure you can unzip the front but in order to be really comfortable you gotta have the entire thing unzipped. Do you really want your belly hangin out in the breeze? I don't. SOLUTION: A regular moisture wicking shirt from wallmart or similar retailer. Once you hit about 10-12 mph the sleeves and waist open up and begin to flap in the breeze. That's free ventilation without having to do anything. All by itself it increases the air flow throughout your shirt eliminating your body heat and 'helps' to keep you cooler------cooler than a tight fitting jersey.

[@ThisGuyRides]

Today was so hot I rode without a shirt. Still sweat my ass off, but felt better without sweat soaked shirt next to my skin.

[@v10moped]

don't know what jersey's your talking about, but bike jersies DO wick away sweat and heat.

[@millenniummarketingconsult5209]

Hot as balls, lol

[@ventur9025]

Been here since 7k and have asked on many of ur vids. Do u race?

[@SethsBikeHacks]

No, not really my thing

[@jaymason480]

Hydration packs also add a lot of weight on your back that can make your back go out, which happened to me. I had to push my bike up hill 3 miles back to my truck. That day sucked.

[@jakubfranek8306]

I love watching these old videos

[@whiskeydelta4073]

Me, a Polish guy: laughs in 20°C

[@NathanFromme]

I used to mtb a lot in till I was really into it and baught a $3200 bike. the thing broke ever other day and I gave up on the sport. just 2 weeks after I purchased the bike the head tube was creeking and eventually something broke. then the rims. after one downhill ride the $600 rims broke. I don't have the funding for this shit.

[@ernestantonioching]

CSGOexe Nate what bike u got

[@xclent1975]

Fuji Nevada 1.7 29’r only spent $427 shipping and tax included from Sun and Ski online...2017 model great AF bike. Light too 32lbs ...very durable ...you just picked the wrong bike don’t give up it’s so much fun

[@Relco12]

Should've bought from local, free repairs

[@michaelpritchard1249]

I live in the high desert of New Mexico USA 🇺🇸 and we have very hot weather in the summer months. It's in the 90's to well over a 100 degrees on some days. We have some beautiful and awesome bike trails in this state. I happen to work outside for a living ( Landscaping) and know about keeping hydrated. I always drink plenty of water throughout the day everyday. I absolutely agree with you on freezing your whole hydration backpack. I do that quite often and helps me out a lot. Very good tip, and stay safe out on your biking trails.

[@rocket8885]

I live and ride in Central Texas and It is both super hot and super humid in the summer. Survival tips: start the ride as early as possible in the morning, take lots of water and electrolytes (including salt pills for longer rides), make use of any available trail shade, and avoid riding in the afternoon hours. I always try to wear light cycling gear and a well ventilated helmet. I always wipe down my bike post-ride to get the sweat of the frame to prevent corrosion.Take frequent breaks during the ride and try not to overdo it; cramps and heat exhaustion are no fun!

[@andyheilmann1656]

Being from the Northeast, I almost passed out on a road ride in Mississippi when I ran out of water. Heat is no joke, and these are really helpful tips

[@DinnerForkTongue]

I doubt I'll ever go on a ride withput water unless I'm forced to by pressing circumstances.

[@willlucas1032]

I live in Georgia and I personally do something that most people don't have the luxury of doing. if there is a death march climb that immediately leads to a blistering downhill, wait at the top in the sun and sweat. I know it will suck, but once you get some speed in the downhill the sweat will make you shiver

[@psych0billy6]

We are in 95 degree weather in New Mexico and it's monsoon season. A thin cotton tee shirt and some Van's Vanphibian shorts work well. Drinking ambient temperature water is best to prevent your body from going into shock from ice cold water. Your videos are very informative. Keep it up bro!

[@CardzRC]

Another great video! As an Arizona MTBer who is CONSTANTLY battling heat I'll tell you what works for me. First of all, wearing a white shirt is huge. The amount of sunlight reflected away from your body is worth a few degrees atleast. Also, not to be the lame old guy here or anything, but a lot of you young guys have got to start using sunblock!!! Skin cancer is fully real. My dad was an outdoorsman in his youth and his reward now that he is in his 60's is to get skin cancers removed from his face, arms and ears once or twice every year. Also your tip about gatorade is huge. Even if people dont like it, it's a scientific fact that your body will absorb the hydration faster in the heat if electrolytes are included. I fill my hydration pack with water and I carry a water bottle with gatorade that I pound halfway through my ride. Stay cool my friends, dont be macho. In arizona we just had a 12 year old kid die from the heat while he was on a hike with his dad. Sunblock, water, and know when to call it. It's difficult to shred the gnar when you are dead.

[@utopia2112]

Seth and everyone, I highly recommend getting a lightweight merino wool shirt for riding (or doing anything) in hot weather. Once you try merino shirts in the heat, you won't want to wear cotton which feels gross and stifling in comparison. They are also superior for general cycling use because synthetic ("plastic") jerseys get stinky super fast, but merino doesn't. As a _fiber_, merino has the downside of not being very abrasion-resistant so if you have long sleeve wool garments, expect holes in high-wear areas like elbows & cuffs -- but short sleeve merino generally doesn't have this problem. Merino's other downside is its cost. The stuff ain't cheap. But it is SO worth it for its unparalleled comfort. In fact, with just a few exceptions (such as my trailbuilder organization's volunteer shirt) I've switched from cotton to merino for all my shirts. Zero regrets. Seth, it's been two years since you made this video, how about a "merino review" update video? Your content is high-quality and influential and I think you'd love merino and would help others take the wooly plunge. OK, enough merino fanboying... Keep up the good work and stay cool.

[@Bronkey469]

*For water bottles*, put a zip tie around your frame and bottle cage. tighten it around your bottle until its tight but still acessable. For plastic water bottles that shrink just tighten it through the ride. I commute on my bike have been saved by this SO MANY TIMES.

[@gabecota4004]

Longboarding cowboy from Phoenix here if you want to know some ways to brave 115° I’ve got some tips 1 hydration 2 hydration 3 go to a fishing store and get a cooling neck gaiter get it wet maybe freeze it a little it can cool your core temp Down up to thirty degrees 4 cold shower recovery 5 avoid riding on surfaces that reflect heat if you can like black asphalt 6 work you’re way up slowly and eventually you can cope with heat like a rattlesnake

[@c0linh20house2]

Hot as bawlz. Deadass, I love that you're a New Yorker. That heat down there is OD.

[@troruaz]

Tempe AZ, USA resident here. Pretty much same stuff you recommend. Lots of early morning and night riders in the desert summer. If you're more conditioned, you can have an entire trail system to yourself after 11 am :) it was only 105 today!

[@technologyguy101]

Please continue to be a real content channel not just product or gadget reviews! Love your vids!

[@artemisxo6734]

the best thing about hydration packs is that they facilitate the best practice for hydration, which is lots of little sips, consistently having a little not stopping to have a lot

[@justafatman7]

Phoenix AZ here. because I'm so close to my trails i fill my pack with ice cubes then water, same effect as yourself but a little more water available at any time. another thing to help is bandannas soaking wet and super cold, put it on your head under your helmet, when it drys out use some cold cammlepack water to re-wet it. the evapritive cooling works well! I also recomend a gaterneck here to so if a haboob happens while your out and about you can put it on and not inhale the sand!

[@Silverripples]

Another good add on/option is to take a medium towel, soak it in cold water wrinch it out 2/3rd and hang it around your neck. It cools a lot down even on the hottest day. When you pass another fountain or so wet the towel again and wrinch it out and so on. You can also use the towel to wet your lips or breath through it for extra comfort. When climbing a long climb I hang the towel over my head without the helmet of course. The helmet is for rough stuff and going down.

[@EndoNintendo]

I live in Arizona. I ride in the summer! The only way to have an enjoyable summer ride in Arizona is to get up very early and start when the sun is just coming up. As soon as 8-9am hits. Time to go home 😕

[@WolfPackM98c]

Im in Phoenix, Arizona and had to invest in some specific gear to brave the summer. Trying to ride during the day in 110+ weather and you notice very quick what works and what doesn’t. I use a minimalist hydration pack. The idea is to limit the amount of contact between you and the pack as possible. The friction and lack of air just create too much heat and you’ll stop to take it off too often. Long sleeve moisture wicking shirts are awesome. I also use a hat that is made of lightweight breathable fabric with an extra long bill and neck drape. Wick socks are nice with breathable shoes.

[@humbleanarchist8636]

Coming from Scotland to Utah is such a massive change in climate. Our summer's are about 70° max, and Utah averages about 85-90° or more in parts. The heat is my biggest obstacle. That and the fact I'm quite new to the sport, and not as fit as I'd like to be. Got a decent sized camelback from a thrift store for $1 and I use that, or take the bag out for shorter rides and put a bottle and snacks in. I wear basketball shorts and a tank-top mainly. Still to buy a helmet, but I'll get one this week. I haven't been doing anything too technical. Bought a 2017 Marlin 5, and put Maxxis on it, new lock on grips, and decent pedals. The components aren't great, but the minor upgrades have made it feel a lot better. Anyway. Keep the videos coming. I've watched a load of them. Cheers.

[@johngraham6506]

I freeze a small Frogg Togg before I go. By the time I get to the trail it is just cold. I then put it under my helmet on top of my head. Once it gets warm I stop and pour cold water from my hydration pack to cool it down again. Yes, I lose some ventilation but the coolness from the Frogg Togg more than makes up for it. I live in hot, steamy Alabama and this has been my best solution to date.

[@ReckAtmosphere]

I tried riding early in the morning today before the unbearable heat and i have to say, I highly recommend it. You may loose some sleep, but its always better than passing out on the trails.

[@lionlocVanDwellington]

I do my riding in the early morning as the sun comes up.

[@sebakker5955]

I use a hydration pack as well as having 2 bottle cages installed on my bike for my bicycle trips

[@douglaslorenz5192]

I love the way he says balls it cracks me up. And the humor is just hilarious. Peace from the PNW. 🌲

[@getsomemtb7427]

Haven't ridden in four days. Slipping into depression. 90+ in California. A sure way to ride in hot weather is by going on a dawn patrol run or set out a bit before dusk. I'll ride tonight. Sun sets at 8:00PM and my loop is about 90 minutes, so I leave about 2 hrs before sun set. Dawn patrol is coolest, but work kind of gets in the way.

[@richardcandelaria5826]

Hi Seth. Not sure how much this helps where the humidity is at least as high as the temperature but here's what I've done from all four corner states. Dunk my head by way of my camelback. Bend forward, pinch your bite valve and wet your head/face. Then once you start riding again you've got some wind chill going on. You use more water but so what. Ice in the camelback is great too. Hope it helps.

[@bryndonhinkle7080]

So, I watched your video! I live in Grand Junction, CO and agree with you on the heat!! During the summer, it's always above 93°F, EVERYDAY!!!!

[@edcatt9196]

As the weather here in Kansas gets hot (and it can be both high temperatures as well as quite humid) you sweat a lot. So, I use a hydration pack (3 lt.) when it's really hot, and a couple of bottles for when it's not so bad, or the ride is shorter. I also use either electrolyte replacement capsules, or something like Hammer's Endurolytes Fizz. But beginning hydration the day before is the best. I eat a small amount of carbs at the beginning, and then very lightly snack throughout the ride itself. Small bites of a Clif Bar, or an occasional gel. Works for me. But, when it's really hot---I go out really early in the morning, and get home by around 9:00!

[@petripeace1627]

As an Arizona resident, early morning rides or night rides are your best bet. Riding mid-day can be brutal. If you condition yourself and hydrate well though, you can ride for a good while. Learn to recognize the signs of heat exhaustion and know when to call it quits though. Go riding with a partner with equal abilities if you can.

[@rducut]

AZ heat doesn't stop us from riding. We are out on the trails at 5am and be done by 8. And like what you said, Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate!

[@Uphier]

Today's high in west valley of Phoenix, AZ was around 97 degrees F and I usually hit the trails at or around Estrella Mountain Park near Avondale. To beat the heat I find it easier to go just shortly before the sunrise or before the sunset.

[@IanMac165]

This explained my last ride very well, at least the negative not-getting-hydrated-enough parts. I was riding in Jupiter Florida at the Camp Murphy trails where there is no breeze and no trees to protect you from the sun. Let's just say it was a very hard day, hahaha.