I'll Never Do This Again | Chattahoochee BDR-X Final Episode

[@TheBeardedGrump]

If you watched the first 3 episodes you can skip to the 35 minute mark to see how and why the trip ended. There are some clips throughout the video that weren't in the previous episodes.

[@waynetaylor5637]

Appreciate keeping it real - you do it well. Enjoying the video you share.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks! I really appreciate it 👊

[@OneOldManRiding]

Very impressive video technically Greg. Hard to belive you started with a cell phone! You are going to be the Dork in the Road of the east coast soon! 😊 - Frank

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I know and that's been 3 years ago today. I don't know if I could carry that weight on my shoulders

[@touriston2wheels]

Great video, as always. My wife will never ride so I am always feeling guilty a smudge. I should be working on the house. However it helps my mental health to go out for my weekend day trips and sit at the CPU editing with a beer. That is some nice looking country on the east side. Different from the PNW.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I agree with you on it being a mental health break. I just got to get it out of my head that I'm being selfish because my wife encourages me to go on these trips and likes to see me happy.

[@scottsand69]

You did great, don’t sweat stuff like that. I’ve felt guilt like that too when I’m in the woods and the lovely wife was at home. But she knows I’m living the fullest life possible. It is what it is. Sometimes I get a vibe when I know when to say when. Rock on, hammer it.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks man. My life doesn't mind me going so my guilt is all self inflicted. I have had a lot of changes in my life this year and I just have to find the best way to deal with those changes.👊

[@scottsand69]

Yeah man, maybe you’re trying too hard with the KZbin. Just let it happen. I’ve been watching since the beginning. I suffer from anxiety and depression and it was totally life consuming. So you’re doing fantastic just to be Greg doing Greg. Lucky my anxiety and depression are in remission so to speak. You’re really a superstar for anyone with depression and anxiety. I know it’s the hardest thing ever. When you’re on your bike in the works you’re kicking its ass.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

@@scottsand69 this was the one time that I let making a video make the decision to go on a ride and that won't happen again. Anxiety and depression is a pain in the butt and certain life things happening doesn't make it any better. I'm glad to hear you are in a better place with yours. I'm slowly getting there I just have to kick a few more things in the rear and hopefully I'll be in a better place too

[@frostbitevinnie]

I get bad cramps in my left hamstring and calf. Every time I dab my calf locks up. Really sucks. My Dr. advised me to drink pickle juice. I think it helps but not sure.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I had clave pains ever since I've had surgery and the cramps started a couple of months ago. I would try the pickle juice but I can't stand pickles so I would probably throw up lol

[@toml1446]

@@TheBeardedGrump electrolyte powder will do similar. Pair it with a food for best absorption

[@perrysteed4069]

The new camera angle looked good, brother. You and I are in similar headspaces. If you need anything, I'm here for ya!

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks! It's a rough headspace to be in. I hope you're doing well 🙏👊

[@perrysteed4069]

@TheBeardedGrump it is, as you know. I've ridden by myself far more than with a cohort and I've seen some of the most beautiful places this Country has to offer but sometimes the freedom of being alone turns into the biggest source of my anxiety and depression. I've got all kinds of tools that are supposed to help shift my focus away from it, but they don't always work. I left a big ride earlier this year because it just felt wrong being away from family. I called it a "tactical retreat" simply because I needed them with me, and I needed them to see what is out there. Logistically, it isn't feasible for them to ride with me but we are working on a solution. The majority of the roads and trails I ride intersect with more 4 wheel passable routes. Wiith a little practice, my wife and kids can get out there in a different mode of transportation where we can explore. Keep the positive mental attitude, bro! We've got this...one step at a time!

[@Dirtboundanddown]

Great idea including the wife. How about she carries the gear in the car and you plan your stops then she is waiting for you at the next spot.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I don't think she would go for that plan lol. I've been working on some things for me and her to be able to spend more time together. Hopefully it will all pan out.

[@brianmurphy9606]

get a magnesium spray for the cramps...

[@Eds_PanAm]

you'll figure out the camping with the wife dude, when stuff becomes a job it isn't fun anymore, i've had that with stuff also....it plays hell on your head......you should probably be out riding and not filming eery time...just take the time to enjoy it, i have a 360 camera, just for myself, i constantly forget to put it on the bike because after working all week, i consider my bike as the escape....

[@jons1148]

I ride solo, but not by choice. I've become use to it and I travel a lot of back gravel roads that probably don't see a vehicle of any kind on it for a couple of days at a time. My wife put a gps tracker on my bike so she can at least find the bike if I go missing. She's not said anything about trying to find me.... (nervous laugh on my part).

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I don't mind riding solo but since my crash last year I've been a little bit reluctant about riding solo but I'm slowly getting over that. Camping solo isn't that fun though. It's nice to have someone to talk to while sitting around the fire. At least your wife will have a bike if you go missing lol. JK

[@robertf4129]

It's time to supplement with magnesium. No more leg cramps.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I'll have to give that a try. Thanks 👊

[@atticushexcel9567]

Hey man... I find taking videos is the best way to kill the flow of a ride. I now film simply and get what I get. Your videos are great, but I think simply filming the ride without creating "shots" is the way to go. Just push record and go with it imho. As a subscriber, I would prefer you have in the video a pre\post ride discussion. This is the trail, it is located here, maybe a screen shot of the map, and maybe put the gpx files in a shared drive with a link. That is what I am looking for. I watch this type of video to find out good places to ride. I think that would be great and I don't see anyone doing that. I watch a channel called georgianian (spelled wrong) and they do some awesome rides, but they hardly ever tell you where they are. BTW - I was having severe legs cramps for a long time. My son, a welder in Texas, also was having issues. It takes a while and you have to be diligent, like EVERY day for months, but we started taking 1/8 to 1/4 of a teaspoon of salt before bed and upon rising with a big glass of water. Dehydration effects can be experienced weeks and months after the event OR can accumulate over time. We also add extra salt to every meal. I take care of my 94 year old dad and salt the heck out of his food because he was passing out years ago and it has been a game changer. His blood pressure is perfect AND all his edema in his feet stopped. Minerals are GOOD. Real unrefined salt is super healthy. BUT the deal is to get high quality salt - we use Celtic salt. They have a bunch of different varieties and the "main" type comes in a 5lb bag. It is bull crap medical advice that ANYONE needs to watch salt intake. The issue is using salt that has been stripped of minerals through processing like every other food in the US now. Here are the salts I use in order of preference, but the first one should work well. Light Grey Celtic Sea Salt 5 Pound Resealable Bag Le Marinier French Sea Salt Fine Ground, 1.1lb - 18oz. +82 minerals. 100% Natural and Unrefined Celtic Sea Salt Makai Pure Gourmet Sea Salt - this has a much higher magnesium content. I have to use it sparingly because I am sensitive to magnesium. Redmond Real Sea Salt - I don't particularly trust this brand because they make a point of saying it is gluten free. NO salt has gluten. It is a stupid marketing ploy. I guess overall I would say don't be afraid of salt. All this goes with saying that if you have a situation that you have been told to reduce salt, forget everything I said. Take care man. Hope we can hook up one day.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I like making these videos but on this one I let just making a KZbin video make the decision to ride this route which is something I never do and I'll never make that decision again. I try to include info of where we're riding without giving out too much. 1 because I can't remember lol and 2 because I think doing that takes away from the adventure when the person watching goes out on their ride. I'll try that with the salt because ever since I've had surgery my calves have been hurting and over the last few months I've been having severe leg cramps.

[@atticushexcel9567]

@@TheBeardedGrump kzbin.infoOtVmDvf77Go This might help you understand your recovery from surgery a little more. I have been recovering from serious surgery for 2.5 years. Take it easy man and I hope your personal situations will heal as well. Injuries and surgeries can put massive strain on us. I had one doctor tell me that I am not the same person I was 3 years ago. Peace.

[@Eds_PanAm]

sounds like you ya'll need to figure out a route for the bike and meet up at a camp ground somewhere, instead of dispearse camping? you'll figure it out man....

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I don't like planning too much because it takes away from the adventure aspect of it for me. I just wasn't in the right mindset on this trip and made the decision to ride pretty much just because of KZbin and that's not a good way of doing things. Plus I've been having some personal stuff going on in my life which also didn't help with my motivation. I'll figure it all out and be back to my normal self before too long and be back really hammering the shit out of it 👊

[@Eds_PanAm]

@@TheBeardedGrump heck yeah man, you'll figure it out🤘