I can't believe I'm doing this...

We're doing this thing. Welcome to my first video on my own channel. I have been moonlighting with ‪@sydandmacky‬ and between them and their community's encouragement - I am finally going solo. If you have caught me before - welcome to the f//ckery and now you get the behind the scenes of my aspiring amateur professional MTB life while corporate shlepping. If you just happened upon me - welcome to the f//ckery. Here we go - Stage One of Moab Rocks.

[@FrugalFitMom]

As a 42 year old mom of 4 who learned to MTB only 3 years ago, I feel the beating yourself up thing a LOT. I ride with my husband and 3 teenage sons and I'm always last. BUT people > miles! So excited to see you more here on KZbin!!!

[@LoSendquest]

WE’VE got this!!!

[@TheActiveLife20]

So cool to see you putting yourself out there, both in the races and here on KZbin. Not only did you beat a bunch of people out on the course you beat everyone who didn't get their a$$ off the couch and try. You rock.

[@LoSendquest]

Tearing up. Appreciate this.

[@chaseadventure]

I am so stoked for this! Love seeing you on Syd and Macky's channel. You have so much character you where made for the lime light!

[@TaylorMcIntyre-ui6sb]

“The people make the race” is my new life motto for everything!!

[@davidkittle5344]

You’re killing it! Looking forward (BIG TIME) to your channel moving forward!!!

[@joansamsel1754]

dude! so many things- you show up, you do it, you are funny as hell! and way better than you are giving yourself credit. You go girl! I look up to you! be proud, be loud, keep on keeping on. We are such a strong woman but we always have that freakin voice inside, it's GOOD ENOUGH, YOU ARE GOOD ENOUGH!! you ROCK, believe in you

[@LoSendquest]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@amystanton2740]

Lo, thanks for sharing that vulnerable moment. We can be so terribly hard on ourselves, can’t we? Macky’s comments were so real, kind and affirming. It made me tear up.

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you. It is so hard to be our own best friend sometimes. 🥰

[@bubbles34343434]

Don’t fool yourself you are killing it. Keep up the hard work it will pay off.

[@dcasandman]

I feel this. I’ve went all in several times over 16 years of amateur racing with a full time ton of hour job. I know I’m disappointed all the time. What I’ve learned no one cares or notices but ourselves. I hate just being a mid packer now days, but 50-60 hours work week, 2daughters, and a beautiful wife I’ll give up results to win in other ways. Wouldn’t mind adding a couple of friends in the mix and looks like yours are definitely supportive. Learn from sucky mental days and savor the days that just click.

[@StephanieUtley-om3mj]

I’m proud of my friend for showing up. And for finishing. And for having fun.

[@LoSendquest]

Love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️ and proud of you and your entry into technology and semi-advanced social world ❤️❤️❤️❤️🤣💋

[@AndreaBerggreen-og3qk]

Lo you rocked that race! I am so glad you are doing this channel - I love watching and listening to you. You are inspiring.

[@LoSendquest]

🥰🥰🥰🥰 thank you.

[@jill22]

I'm so proud of you! You work so hard and still manage to train. The way you schedule everything is incredible. You have always been so much fun to watch on Syd and Macky's videos. When you announced your channel, I ran right over and subscribed! ❤

[@LoSendquest]

Omgosh. Thank you so so so much!

[@pedalhound]

I am so frikkin stoked that you started your own channel....I am looking forward to see what this goes!

[@brandihodges9548]

You are killing it...attempting these races and working full time. I'll be entering my first BMX race tomorrow, at 49 yrs young and a good 80lbs overweight. But it will be fun!!!

[@LoSendquest]

You’ve got this. So proud!!!

[@davidwillis4223]

Lo! Hell yeah!! Subscribed. Your out-loud voice is all our inside voices. Don’t ever change.

[@Team81MTB]

You did great Lo! My first race was three years ago and I was 14th out of 14. Just remember that mountain biking is a process of marginal gains and sometimes marginal losses. As long as you keep training the gains will eventually come more often than the losses. This is a sport that will frustrate you to no end. Just stay vigilant and you shall overcome. 👍💪👊

[@LoSendquest]

Thanks so much. And thanks for the reminder!!!

[@catherinetorgerson5111]

Frugal Fit Mom channel sent her audience over and sends her warmest greetings! Your so fun!

[@LoSendquest]

This is wonderful. Thanks so much for the support!! Will have fresh content soon ❤️❤️

[@eightwheeladventures]

Fun stuff Lo. My wife and I love watching you with Syd and Mackey. So glad to see you post some videos as well. We like you are just getting into the XC racing and while my wife hasn't tackled any yet I've done a few and they are HARD. LOL So fun though. Keep having fun and as you say keep showing up.

[@LoSendquest]

So awesome to hear. We’ve got this!! We can do hard things!!

[@eightwheeladventures]

@@LoSendquest Heck yeah we can. You keep rocking those epic races because that stuff right now to me looks impossible. Hahaha. For the moment I'll keep working hard and conquering the easier local stuff. 😄

[@hathar1750]

LO you are awesome , do not be so hard on yourself !! I know its hard for us people who are result focused. But hey like Macky said you are doing great ! AND you have 2000 people rooting for you !! Go Lo

[@reneecasterline]

Wow Lo. I was expecting fun stuff because it’s you. I wasn’t expecting the vulnerability. As much as I love, love your spicy self talk, I love the vulnerability even more. Thanks for representing those of us who are not at the front, who want more (I guess everyone who races does). Thank you for showing up - not as a pro athlete, but as a person juggling a big job with training. You’re making space for all kinds of people to see someone they can relate to. I mean, I love Syd and Macky, but I can’t relate to them. Thanks for giving the gift of sharing your story. PS: I’m doing my first 24 hour race (with a team of awesome ladies) in July. Looking forward to the suffering (probably b/c I don’t know any better). Keep serving up the inspiration.

[@LoSendquest]

You are so welcome! This and your comments is why I wanted to do this. The suck is real! Proud of you for signing up for the race! 24 hour races are such a treat. Even when they aren’t! It’s a fun and wild experience. Watch out for those …TROLLS!

[@reneecasterline]

@@LoSendquest thanks Lo! Super excited for more videos from you and a summer full of riding bikes.

[@mtsegar]

Two of my favorite quotes: Comparison is the thief of joy, and never diminish an accomplishment. I hope you continue to work hard and enjoy the process. And… it’s really fun to hear Syd say swear words 😊.

[@LoSendquest]

Oh I haven’t heard the latter quote. Writing it down!! Thank you ❤️ Clearly corrupting my friends 🤣🤣

[@Chasing-Daydream]

Lo........ Just seeing your clips in S&Ms videos. Gave me a push to get more comfortable in mine. Your goofy playful determination gave those videos a special spice. That I personally relate to. Seeing you then make your own channel. Helped inspire me to commit more into my videos, with no shame. You helped me see that, Its my story. I can tell it how I want to. Watching you race, gives me extra motivation to go beat myself up at some more races too. So, thank you for sharing your keeping it real journey, struggles and triumphs. Looking forward to watching you grow as an influencer.

[@LoSendquest]

Love this!!!!! Keep it up!

[@rreukauf]

Lo, you’re awesome! My wife and I are big fans. Love that you started your own channel!

[@LoSendquest]

Wow, thank you!

[@KimberlyDohle]

I find you so inspirational! It’s refreshing to watch a woman balance her career, relationships and her passion!!!

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you!!!

[@gap250]

Love the different perspective and that we get to hear what Syd’s potty mouth really sounds like 😂

[@13cpapin]

Lo, I am one of those riders who is happy to finish any event that I do. You blew past me a few times at 24HOP and was nothing but encouraging! You are rocking it. Mackey was spot-on with his pep talk. Hang in there. You are already a badass, in time you will be a beast!

[@LoSendquest]

You’re sweet. Thanks so much for the encouragement!! And great job at 24HOP!!!

[@meredithmurray1352]

I’m 38F, very non-athletic, and the slowest of all my MTB friends, but this makes me want to get serious about training and racing. I couldn’t even imagine finishing a race like Moab Rocks, so I think you’re a total badass! Great first video, I’m excited to see where this journey takes you.

[@LoSendquest]

You’re amazing!!! Just say yes and do the race. Even the sucky bits are worth it.

[@npax8435]

Lo, you’re a huge inspiration! Keep it up.

[@ICERACER54]

Great job dude! Stage racing is so hard. Stage racing in Moab is an extra level. You should be very proud of yourself! Looking forward to seeing you at other events!

[@irfuel]

The fact that she finished this is an accomplishment by itself!

[@LoSendquest]

Thanks a ton!

[@ICERACER54]

@@irfuel you’ve got that right!!

[@betsymcgovern3267]

Yay!! The Lo Show! It's what the world's been needing!

[@LoSendquest]

Awwwww 🥰

[@rattanicus]

Every time I am working out on my indoor trainer I find myself working out harder while watching Syd and Macky race. Now I have another person to watch and try to keep up with. Amazing video keep inspiring .

[@graffix11us]

First thing, YEAHHH, Lo made a channel so we can see stuff from her perspective!!!! Second, I can't believe you are this good and only training a few hours a week. Do NOT beat yourself up for the results you are getting. Watching you ride with Syd and Macky, I always assumed you rode a LOT more. You are very impressive, Lo, don't forget that :-)

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you so much.

[@dirtydimitris]

Lo hello from Greece ,yoy are the best ,dont worry it was a difficult race i believe in you because i start like you .Greetings from Greece.

[@carlholman2993]

Talk about timing! I just climbed that route up to the La Sal overlook. It sucked and took me over 4 hours. Sand flats road is a terrible surface for a steep gureling climb! Way to go Lo!!!

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you!

[@LoSendquest]

Also GREAT JOB to you!!!

[@GilVallo]

Awesome video Lo! You make the ride look way easier than I'm sure it is. Looking forward to see more awesome videos. Love the commentary.

[@markkligerman6861]

Lo, I enjoyed watching and I can relate to where your head is at. Let me tell you I was impressed at your riding and how you were just passing racers! I think you are way too hard on yourself. Be in the moment. Love the process. Give yourself grace. It’s supposed to be fun.

[@darlafitzpatrick8770]

I started riding 5 years ago (barely) at age 54. Some of my local heroes are women with fully gray hair in their late 60s who make it look effortless. I don't and will never race, but just getting more skilled on technical terrain is rewarding. To race as well as you is just a distant dream! Way to go.

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you so much!! You’ve got this too. Amazing that you’re getting after it.

[@sarahhagen2051]

Keeping it real Lo! You’re doing awesome!

[@LoSendquest]

I appreciate that!

[@maranutt775]

I said this on Syd and Macky's stage 2 video, but I'll put it here too. You inspire me to do hard things, and even though I'm the least coordinated person on the planet, I am going to put effort into trying trail riding with an e bike in the hopefully near future (I need a job lol). Thanks for being so honest and open and being you. It's not easy on the internet, and you also have to deal with a corporate BS job thing. Anyway. Just very excited to watch your journey and that you are sharing it! Thank you.

[@LoSendquest]

Thanks so much! Just want people to realize we all can do hard things. It just looks different. But also totally ok to. Or be feeling yourself. Just don’t let it define you

[@georidio]

love having you to following along with as well as Syd/Macky. one the back of how much you were beating yourself up about this... you freaking killed it... I rocked up to BCBR 22 as pretty much my first stage race. I knew I was doing it, did 4500 miles in the year leading up to it, lost 2stone and came 276 out of 286 that finished and loved (almost) every moment riding and will 100% be back at it in '26. My takeaway from it though is that training on its own does not make you kick ass... its you that does that and from what I've seen you ride you do kick ass. keep on keeping on and don't sacrifice having fun with it for one higher place. id rather finish 10th than 8th if i come away with a smile rather than questioning my life choices.

[@jorgec7285]

So cool I love Colo im from Westminster but I love riding in Durango and pueblo look forward to seeing more content from you and shout out to Syd and Mackie

[@arlenegariepy8957]

Finally!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yeah girl DO IT!!!!!!! Just do your best and DO NOT get yourself down because you are not up to anothers speed just do your own ride and OWN IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you! So hard to remember that and not get caught up ❤️❤️❤️

[@augieaa]

You’re killing it! Hope to run into you and Joe at Phil’s world one day.

[@MTBAmerica]

Love your video. you are killing it yeahhh

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you.

[@winklertribe5268]

Love your channel! Thank you for keeping it real- and definitely give yourself more grace! You are fabulous!

[@DDdoesMtb]

Yay! So excited for this channel 😊

[@wynandclaassens4514]

So glad this has finally happened. Excited to see the future of your channel

[@LoSendquest]

Thanks so much!!

[@wynandclaassens4514]

​@@LoSendquest no, thank you for putting yourself out there and giving it your all. We're all here behind you singing with you on the bike!

[@jimvee4528]

This will be so fun! I love your comments in the moment in the trail. You know what’s better than racing (in my opinion)? Doing epic trips with friends. Long rides on new trails. Traveling to new places and exploring and learning. Even seeing how your local trails evolve over time or how your relationship to your favorite trail changes as you get faster. Also, the process of learning to be a faster, stronger cyclist. To me, all those things (and more) are better than racing and they make up the majority of your time, even if you like racing.

[@CaraRichards-uo6mn]

I’m so glad you started this channel!

[@stoggs85]

Awesome. Really.🎉 Your get to where you want to, as said it takes time.

[@margaretgentile6620]

thanks for representing the working gals in the biking scene!

[@alexalpizar4096]

Excellent video I like it a lot, I admire you a lot, you are very strong and always very positive in moving forward despite the frustrations, you are good at sports, keep going>>

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you so very much ❤️

[@mathewemden2068]

Lo, thank you for starting your own channel. Loved your "cameos" on Sid and Macky's channel. You are very entertaining, inspiring and I think you will do a lot to uplift many people who aren't like Sid and Mackey but are more like you and me. We work 40hrs+ but still want to train and push ourselves as far as we can, because that is living!

[@EvanLownds]

I think this calls for the quote of "comparison is the thief of joy." It is incredibly hard NOT to compare yourself to other racers, or Joe, Syd, Macky. But at the end of the day, the focus should be on how your hard work and training led to a better climb for you, maybe you felt better mid-race, got up a technical section that would have been too hard before, you recovered better, etc etc. In the next couple of years if you find yourself racing the same events annually, look at your times and performance versus last year, but try to not compare to others. (I say this knowing full well that I'm not good at it either, so helpful reminder to myself and anyone reading this comment.)

[@Joe-pb3lx]

this channel is fun.....just be yourself.....

[@LoSendquest]

Apparently everyone else is taken 🤪… thanks for this reminder ❤️❤️❤️

[@DrumguyCiv]

Hey Lo, your energy will carry you through. That and taking pointers from Syd and Macky. So excited to see where you take us with your channel.

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you❤️

[@okayatbikes1909]

Love the reality check with Syd and Macky. That’s some real talk. You’re doing great, Lo!

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you. Sometimes hard to remind yourself!!

[@EdWilsonPhoto]

very cool!! God bless ..and have a riotously good time!

[@robindunn568]

So glad I found this I absolutely adore Lo!

[@LoSendquest]

Yay!!!

[@Bike4adventure]

Awesomeness! Be proud of yourself! Your an inspiration!

[@lizrobertson9734]

I also have a hot, fast husband and a corporate job and can't put in more hours on the bike because I'm so stressed out that I can't recover. I actually cried with gratitude for the honesty. Thanks for being so awesome.

[@LoSendquest]

You are so welcome. ❤️❤️❤️

[@kimberlywakefield1675]

Lo, all of us with FULL TIME Corporate jobs that have dreams of being an athlete on the podium can use more of your encouragement and vulnerability! Keep it up. But like Mackey said, respect the recovery! Especially juggling a full time job. I look forward to more inspiring videos.

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you.

[@stepns4]

Loved the video. So real. No BS. So few people show the real emotions of how hard it is. Swing Lo sweat chariot! That which comes hardest, lasts longest.

[@LoSendquest]

🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@rogust]

Lo, you are killing it and a blast to watch. How about some specs on your bike build.

[@LoSendquest]

Sounds like a good post to make! Writing it down ! Stay tuned.

[@turmerictequila]

This is awesome- get it!!!

[@angelabrown3931]

We're so glad you started a channel! You're killing it and an inspiration to us that are "Pretend Pro's"! 🤣 Congrats on starting a channel and we look forward to more in the future! Stephen and Angela

[@brienokeefe8101]

Well done! It's people like yourself and S&M that have inspired me to get back on my mountain bile.

[@LoSendquest]

Love this.

[@joelmelburn3370]

You are a breath of fresh air Lo. I've been watching Syd and Macky for years, your appearances in their videos has had me thinking Lo should do her own vids. Happy to see you posting videos. You're doing fantastic, looking forward to more.

[@LoSendquest]

Wow, thank you!

[@franciscogietz8616]

Glad to see you got this going. I rode a couple of miles with you/ behind/ in front at Gallup, NM for Zia Rides 24hrs Enchanted Forest. You are killing it and to be honest you represent majority of us "Normal" MTB riders. I was laughing so much just riding behind you with all your vocal thoughts while racing. Keep it up and hopefully see you guys in 2024 in Gallup.

[@LoSendquest]

I remember !!! You were a delight to ride with!

[@keefbrown]

Having seen it through to the end, wish I could give you multiple likes - your perspective, effort, determination and relationships with syd and Mackey are awesome. As a frequent flyer, traveller, and staying in soooooo many crappy hotel rooms I share your pain..

[@LoSendquest]

You are so kind. Thank you.

[@KetoCyclist]

Thank you for showing the sucky bits! Most people don't and the viewer gets a false sense of what really happened. It is easy to compare yourself to others and think that you are on a similar level as them, and then beat yourself up when you find out that is not the case. I try to remind myself of the famous quote "comparison is the thief of joy", and appreciate what I am capable of doing and where I started. I like that you are a regular person with a full time job and only have so many hours in a day to train. You are much more relatable to people like me!

[@LoSendquest]

That quote is amazing. A few fans have sent it and it is resonating. The key is to remind yourself, sometimes (especially hypoxic 😂) it can be tough. And with just the world of snaps and perfections it is easy to find yourself doing the stealing. Hoping we all can remind each other this. So thank you thank you thank you.

[@davidmelton6442]

And there ya have it! The beginning of an epic KZbin channel! Lo, you are so talented and fucking funny! You will just keep getting better and better and i am all in!!!!

[@LoSendquest]

You are so kind. Thank you!!! LFG!

[@brandondalley5506]

Its good to see a regular person who loves to mountain bike and does races but who still holds down a full time job. I want to be so good and be soooo fast but when work takes priority over your training schedule and reduces your training time it makes it tough. When I look back at it, its just still fun!

[@LoSendquest]

Exactly! But we will get there and enjoy it (most the time) along the way. 🥰

[@tedthemoose]

Can't wait for the next instalment (and the pretend pro merch drop!)

[@keefbrown]

You’re already an absolute legend - your character shines through in everything you do.

[@mattcromwell617]

Lo, so proud of you! Trust the process. You are trying to be the best you can be and that is all you can control. Your true results are constant improvements in skills and fitness, not places in a race. You got the win in my book!

[@LoSendquest]

Thanks so much. ❤️❤️❤️

[@kathardt-holoch4361]

I totally agree with Macky. You did amazing!

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you. Agreed. Sometimes it’s so hard in the moment and sometimes our brains are just plain silly!

[@nrmrvrk]

You're awesome Lo! I love your mix of sarcasm, positivity, and realism in your self talk. Thank you so much for sharing your race with us.

[@radek5690]

You are doing great! Racing is hard, it’s not easy. I came from Syd and Macky’s channel and I watched you go from barely finishing to now challenging. Remember last year when you were the party girl. Now you are party girl with determination and the attitude of “I want to beat everyone”. Keep it up!

[@SiFarmer]

Stoked for this channel ! Also quite inspired by your journey ❤

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you 🙌

[@davemyers1601]

Fantastic job! It's so inspiring to see you working hard and getting better with a demanding career and life - which is reality for most of us. Syd and Macky are amazing - they scare me nearly every week 😮 - but you are real life for the rest of us. Big hug and please appreciate how well you are doing! ❤

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you so much

[@angelabraun-uu4kd]

I’m glad syd and Mackey gave you a shout out so I could find your channel! I’m going to get so much enjoyment out of this content!

[@LoSendquest]

Welcome aboard!

[@Zyzzyx42]

Awww yeah!!! I have been waiting for this channel ever since your Trans Andes race commentary. And again on the Enchanted Forest 24hrs, and again when.... well, yeah, i've been ready for this.

[@MikeK02048]

I loved watching you on Syd and Macky's channel, and I'm looking forward to your content. I'm a regular weekend warrior that is just now starting to mountain bike again after 15 years of nothing but road riding. And I get inspired by people like you that have the guts and determination to just do it! Best of luck Lo!

[@LoSendquest]

Thanks so much! Welcome back to the Mountain Bike world! We’ve got this.

[@leonbond9275]

SO glad you are doing this. Your perspective is GOLD, and so much fun (and insightful) Can't wait to see more 🥰 "Groad" 🤣🤣 My new favourite word!!

[@karenboezio254]

You go girl! Love your running commentary

[@BobKreder48]

Epic video which was exactly! What I hoped for! Vibes and honesty galore 💪💪💪

[@nathanbailey6668]

you rock lo...don't stop being you! Thats enough. so excited to see your journey and see the real side of things, Sid and Macky are great teachers for that, and I am positive you will meet and exceed all your goals and expectations! Just have faith in yourself and the process.

[@LoSendquest]

❤️❤️❤️ thanks so very much!!!

[@dsmithmcse]

LO, you are an aamazing rider/racer and an awesome human. You are a bright light and make people smile. Don't belittle your efforts, you are doing great. I'm sort of like you. I work 50-60 hours a week and beat myself up because I'm not better on my bikes. I get in maybe 10-12 hours of riding a week (ZWIFT @ 03:00 - 04:30 Tue-Thur) a 3-4 hour road ride on Saturdays and then Gravel or Mtn. Bike (Fezarri Delano Peak) on Sundays. I've accepted that I'll never be a "competitive racer" but that is OK. As long as you give 100% where you finish in a race is irrelevant. I'm now a subscriber to your channel and looking forward to your animated narration while you are tearing up the trails.

[@LoSendquest]

Love this. Thank you.

[@Ice242424]

I love that Macky said what he did and honestly I have and still do feel exactly like you do Lo. you are doing the hard stuff.

[@Ice242424]

I also train with stupid fast friends so I feel you on that too.

[@John-cf4iv]

Best MTB race commentary ever!

[@davejohnstone1359]

I agree with Macky, you're killing it! The tough question is what is it? From our side of the camera you know what it is!

[@tmwei396]

Great job, Lo. I've watched all of your videos... both of them. Looking forward to more.

[@LoSendquest]

Thank you!!!!

[@grega9220]

I dont use the word Epic lightly... but this is going to be epic. ;-) Also, it was great to meet you in Moab with the #bemoreawesome crew (Greg and MB)

[@LoSendquest]

So wonderful!!!! Thanks for signing up for the SendQuest

[@guentherishere]

I'm so glad you decided to make this video. This was great, Lo!

[@findingflow]

Awesome 1st video!!! Love the edit and know how much of another full time job it can be, and really love that you kept it real. Looking forward to more

[@LoSendquest]

Thanks so much!!

[@RHAboutFace]

This video is so very relevant to how it really feels. Great job Lo! The only real person that I've found that I am in competition with is myself.

[@LoSendquest]

Some times that’s the hardest competition! We’ve got this!

[@mariemeyer6852]

Lo you are the best you!! So enjoy your video! Makes us smile. Look forward to the next one.

[@divscifres2674]

Excellent job on your First (second) Video! I thoroughly enjoyed it -- love your funny comments and it was sooooo relatable (except that you are a MUCH better rider than I am!). When I don't "put in the time" (for anything), I am not that engaged with the result, but when I DO put in the time, I expect to see a payoff in my results. It was nice to see someone else who feels the same way.

[@garydecker3281]

Love watching you! Good luck!!!!