I thought I'd never do this again (Singletrack 6 Day 6 - Red Mountain & Rossland)

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Day 6 arrived both quicker than we anticipated, but also just in time. We both struggled to find our climbing legs on Day 5 and wake up unsure what the day will bring. A year ago I couldn't even ride for two days in a row without pain, so the question is, will I be racing or just surviving?
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[@Mugzy1776]

It is so satisfying to watch Syd fight her way back from injury. Brought a tear to my eye. Syd you are a warrior 🙌

[@TheLeesto]

From being stuck on the bench side to giving butthole commentary mid-race. Thanks Syd!

[@1pho3nixmatt]

Macky, you're an absolute machine. (Right after Carter 😆) And Syd, Emanuela said it, "you're my hero" - such resolve and hard work we all can aspire to. Honored to be able to follow along, ride along, and hopefully convey how much you two inspire me, and likely most everyone who watches on the reg, to be more awesome. Keep on killing it you two.

[@mwinburn200]

100% this. Syd and Macky gave me the inspiration to push through the struggle of getting into shape as there is no way it would be as hard as what Syd went through with the crash. Now I've officially lost 60lbs today since February and built my MTB skills up to the point where racing is on the horizon. I've found an awesome local group to help keep me pushing and give me encouragement. Between them and Syd and Macky, I've become a better me in so many ways. Keep up the good work Syd, Macky, pho3nixmatt, and all you other awesome viewers! ❤

[@sapinva]

Think he maybe could have caught Carter if the race went another 12 days.

[@greggr1591]

Syd is an inspiration: she has never given up, never made excuses, never rationalized, never shirked; she has prevailed. And Macky is still The Boss -- congratulations to you both on a tremendous week of racing!

[@kylehall9333]

Her story has helped me so much in my recovery from an extremely painful slipped disc where my job depended on me being physically fit

[@mattmcdowell5225]

Beautiful Location, Race, Videos and EFFORT! SUPER happy for you guys. And YES, some of us never get a 2nd chance. Some of us, at 50 years old, fight leukemia daily and still keep fighting for every pedal stroke, knowing the whole time that I'll never race again. So SYD, BE THAT 2nd CHANCE FOR ALL OF US!!! LOVE 2 U 2!!!

[@waynecallister2236]

Congrats on great finishes! Syd, you didn't just "get" a second chance, you earned it with a LOT of hard work.

[@emma-eventing]

literally here for Syd's random musings about bear anatomy LOL --- and also the badassery, that too lol. well done guys!

[@cyclingnerddelux698]

Syd has unlocked the mad descending skills perk! Loved this series!!!

[@MrLeovdmeer]

Tears in my eyes watching Syd fight to the end. You go girl!!!

[@karlstine2065]

You two are so entertaining. Wish I could give more. I’m very proud of Syd.

[@Brett0206]

Syd, sometimes, with some injuries, we lose ourselves. Just for a while, if we are lucky. I’ve been following your story for awhile now and can only thank you for the courage to let us share your journey. I recognize so much of what you seemed to be going through, and I can’t put in words how happy I am for you and for how far you have come. I’m also really touched that you recognize that not all of us can find our way back.

[@reusserfarm1]

You two are amazing and thank you for taking us along on your 6 date adventure !! Syd watching you descent is BAT SHIT CRAZY AWESOME, Mackey you are just a wild child on a bike but watching Syd ride like the wind after coming back from all that time away from being on the bike for sure girl you should be very proud of yourself. Also really love your play by play during your rides too !!! Cheers to your next adventure together.

[@2007irongirl]

“That’s a big butthole.” Omg, Syd!! You made me laugh out loud.

[@durango1487]

SYD your emotion on the last climb was beautiful. I'm a few months past a spinal fusion at L3-4-5 as well as a fully plated neck. I LIVE for the day I can ride two days in a row much less RACE for 6.......You're a legend - thank you for being so inspirational - both of you. And thank you both for consistently posting awesome videos and not covering them in loud music. Hearing the gear changes, the tire hum, and y'alls breathing is a continual reminder of how hard our sport is. WELL DONE to you both.....

[@funiguy8779]

Oh you two!! Very sneaky editing to play with our emotions!! Syd's emotional uphill scene, combined with the epic music almost had me...then you hit us with Emanuela shouting out that Syd's her hero...well, that did get me 🥲.. Congrats to both of you on this epic adventure and thanks for taking us all along for the ride!! 👏

[@wvproudstewart5282]

Congratulations macky on your second place finish. And a big congratulations to syd for tough hard fought 6th place . It's ok that you started to cry on that last climb. I even teared up. Now you know all that hard work you put in recovering from your injury is paying off. And you have a great guy ,family, and friends supporting and encouraging all the way.

[@tmhudg]

Syd, you've always had the capacity for some great quips but they really came out in this vid - "actual footage of the climb yesterday", "That's a really big butt hole" And then... exposing your emotions to us like that. You are everyone's hero. What a trip you've both taken us on. The stories, the footage, the editing, the music, the personalities. This is why this is the best MTB channel. Thank you for doing this.

[@Cycle9568]

We make our second chances via extremely hard work and perseverance! I’ve suffered through the recovery of a nasty tibia plateau fracture! Know one knows the pain and suffering to recover until you personally have to do it! Congrats on the recovery and the races in your future! The bear poo discussion was awesome! 😂. Congrats to both of you!

[@Leo_Inclan]

You're both absolute heroes! It's inceribly inspiring to watch Syd go and race for 6 days straight at such a high level, reaching her limits and still pushing on. Macky, you beast! I can only imagine Carter must be a M A C H I N E, because the way you're riding is incredible even on gopro, which we all know makes every ride look about 10% as brutal as it is, so he really must be a superhuman of some kind. Thank you guys for sharing, it's always a pleasure to come along

[@Bigmountain73]

What an unreal race! Thank you for bringing us all along for the experiences. Macky you were in a tough place being mostly in no-man's land... been there and I know how hard it is to stay at race pace without seeing that "Carrot" in front of you. Dang! tho you were hauling the whole 6 days congratulations on a hard-earned 2nd! Syd, what a great series to have someone like Emanuela to battle with that is both supportive and competitive, this is when sport is at its best, and congratulations on realizing the hard work of injury recovery in such an epic way!

[@geckonia]

I loved seeing Syd fly through those trees…. Weeeeeeee

[@top_banana]

Congratulations to Syd for being 6th with less than a year after being injured. Macky congratulations to 2nd place love watching both of you keep up the hard work so we can enjoy watching.

[@easty-stage-4-fighter.]

This has been the best run of videos you have done, i have enjoyed everyone.. 1,that was a fantastic , well run event. 2, those trails are awesome 3 your bikes run so quiet 4,Syd makes me giggle with her ramblings on the trail. 5, you two are a fantastic couple and advert for mountain biking. as my health fails you are my inspiration to keep getting out there.

[@sydandmacky]

Thanks for the l kind words and glad to be able to provide some inspiration. Keep at it 💪

[@emte98]

My heart's in my mouth every time you all go through those trees! 😲

[@GlenPineo]

Proud of you Syd for all your hard work to recover from your injuries. Most people would give up under the hard work and sacrifices to get yourself back to the levels of competition you expect. Macky great effort to get 2nd place finish overall. You both have inspired me to get back on my Mtn Bike after 10 yrs off to get myself back into shape. Thank you for Being More Awesome. Thx OldCdnMtnBiker

[@TheRCNetwork]

How about a big 👍 for Emanuela! Great job Syd and Macky.

[@LockeLeviathan]

"It helps me to think that I am, and racing is so mental, who cares what's true? It's just what you tell yourself." - I told myself that me yelling 'Go, Go, Go!' at the screen actually helped Syd overtake Emanuela at the end. Also, crying helps scare the bears away. I'm not sure that is the best method, but whatever works. Great series, guys! Thank you so much for putting this out there.

[@gordonnichols8096]

I love it when Syd passed guys on the downhill!!!

[@okayatbikes1909]

Syd, you are using your second chance- you are making the most of it and appreciating it! Macky is so nice when he races- is he secretly Canadian?!?!😆 ripping those descents like a maniac- like oh, I guess I’m taking this drop line. No biggie. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. Thank you!

[@Zyzzyx42]

Don't be surprised if the emotions continue to show up at totally unexpected times. You're right, not everyone gets a second chance. I completely agree, and get it. A bit over three years ago I was hit from behind by a car, major list of injuries including broken femur (which after almost healing, a year later turned into a full hip replacement, at 46 yo). It happened at a new height of my adult cycling fitness, took the next year to get going again. I'm just now getting fitness to beyond where I was three years ago, but the mental side comes and goes. I continue to have the emotions hit me when I least expect it, but I am working to embrace that as much as I can.

[@wg2060]

Excellent set of videos! Covering highs and lows and the emotions involved when pushing one’s limits! Plus we get to learn about bear poop diameter and the physiological implications of such ginormous turdlers.

[@Kevin-ex2yb]

Another amazing series by you both from a video and performance aspect. Thank you for your vulnerability Syd. You are both awesome human beings and I hope our paths cross someday. thank you both for being most awesome!

[@mariemeyer6852]

Syd you looked really strong and fast! All of your hard work thru injury has paid off! You are my inspiration for my recovery!

[@sydandmacky]

Keep it up 💪

[@SailorJoe89]

Way to go Syd and Macky! Syd you are such an inspiration for a lot of us! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, emotions, struggles and SUCCESSES!

[@tamserenity]

I am watching this a second time and I just realized how hard racing is on your tires!!

[@robwales5987]

Catching up on videos. Syd, watching you shred those trails is so impressive! Thanks for being awesome and open with your feelings. Macky, I cannot believe how fast you process those descents! 😳

[@kylehall9333]

First observation: Syd you are an inspiration i have been dealing with a nerve back issue on top of a slipped disc in my back and it has been one of the hardest and most painful things I have dealt with in my 30 years of living. Seeing how you worked through it persevered has honestly helped me keep my motivation up and kept training and working at getting healthy training Second: macky you are an absolute unit and an amazing rider i am watching how you descend and trying to pick up pointers third: Carter is freaking fast lmao

[@sydandmacky]

Keep it up 💪

[@OGDMaco]

Syd you are a machine with what you have done. You are smashing it. Macky you made my stomach turn watching you go down those tracks. Either you are rocking it keep it up.

[@Flux_Flow]

That was an incredible journey ! Thank you for letting me tag along and feeling a part of such an epic ride. Great job to you both.

[@leejohnson8719]

Great set of videos covering the race. Nice job finishing where you did. Extra happy for Syd for fighting through all you faced recently. As so many have already said, truly inspirational.

[@DaveCM]

Great job!!! I am sitting here at work and you have my crying. I am hoping nobody walks in on me for a bit. Watching that was pretty motivational.

[@celestecannon1751]

Syd, way to push through and BRING IT at the end! I've really enjoyed watching your POV, you are so good on the downhills, very inspiring!

[@johnridley5331]

Syd and her fellow riders are awsome anda credit to your sport keep up the great work Syd.

[@jackiegammon2065]

GREAT ride and week by both of you! Macky you certainly have become a machine and SYd that last poas was amazing, and so inspiring!! Thanks for taking us along on your journey!

[@JohnKatiku]

So amazing Syd and Emmanuella, Love your attitude, strength and Just pure heart. Thanks for sharing this and Counting Your Blessings. So Proud of You Syd. Macky You are a Great Man andLove your support. Well Done Guys ...

[@garybell6410]

At a local trail, Wingello, there is a climb called 'The Wall'. A tight turn at the bottom, so no momentum, although it wouldn't matter anyway. The first time I saw it was in a race, ride around the corner, and like WTF.

[@TheNeelonRokk]

Getting emotional over nothing? I wouldn't call your road to come-back nothing. You ARE an inspiration. 👍👍👍👍

[@yengsabio5315]

Watching this video feels like I'm already on this track! I adore the 'immersive' experience. I hate that I can't bike today; right leg strain. But I'll take the time to get it well so I can get back to biking after 7 days or so. Lots'a love, cheers, & Mabuhay, from tropical Philippines! #RideOn #KeepBiking

[@garydecker3281]

Yes Syd!!!! Great job Macky! Syd you continue to inspire me and my daughter Abbie, who has been going through her own challenges racing the last couple of years. You inspire her to keep working and racing on. Your videos are not just fun to watch and learn from but so inspiring! Thank you both and keep up the great work!!!!!

[@scottcoulas8800]

Thank you Syd! I cried with you at the end. Lost most of my left eye vision around the time of your injury and got it back a year later last August for my second chance and watching you through your injury kept me going. Love you guys and your amazing attitudes. Keep it up and come back to Vancouver island for a ride!

[@icejunki]

Such an incredible video, my favorite video yet. Continue to inspire us you two!!!!

[@tbgiw]

Exactly why I love mountain biking, you’re all there to be your best but letting people pass when they’re better at one part of the race and then letting them pass on their better skills. ❤❤❤

[@KSIXRIDER]

At 14:53 I heard a battle cry... Rahhhhhhh!!! Nice work.

[@scottbates5099]

It's very motivational to see you appreciate and earn your second chance Syd. I've been working on mine for years now. I'm not sure I'll ever fully get it but I'm really glad you did. Thanks for making these videos they help keep me going.

[@sydandmacky]

Keep it up, you got this 💪

[@charliebamford2807]

Utterly awesome in every way. Syd is an inspiration to us all. Macky is simply on another level which mere mortals can but admire. A super series, well done to everybody!

[@timburkhalter114]

Way to go both of you, but especially you Syd and I’m not crying ;)

[@teckademic33]

that inspirational music at the end as Syd was making her way to the end brought tears to my eyes. Syd, you're amazing and a winner in my book!

[@douglaskaye1395]

Syd you descend like a “Banshee” absolutely amazing you are definitely back!!! Keep up the excellent work and Macky WOW just great, love the high quality sportsmanship. Thanks for sharing DK

[@rascal1234]

You both are an inspiration to me. It is amazing to peer into the life, training and issues top cyclists go through. It shows we all struggle with the same issues.

[@patrickdoyle6519]

Watched a handful of your videos now but sub'd on this one because I can personally relate to emotional release under extreme physical fatigue &/or exhaustion. There's no better feeling in the world than being in that moment and coming out the other side of it. Well done Syd. Well done Macky! Cheers y'all, happy trails.

[@Dan_Kornfeld]

Syd and Macky, you guys are absolute legends! Cheers also to Carter for being an inspiration to go faster, and to Emanuela for being an awesome racer and competitor, and for showing love and encouragement. Keep doing what you do!

[@paffpieboy]

Great series well done to both of you. Thanks for taking us on your journey.

[@nilz6432]

Awsome series, and the fact that you show the ups and downs and not only the "cool shots" is amazing. I cried a little with Syd at the end.

[@LlenadeMalo]

Amazing amounts of realness. That emotional stage when you are so deep and the hormones are super messed up, is racing. Also Syd downhills like a demon.

[@tenpennyguy]

So very impressed with your courage and openness, and the mutual support between racers. In what other sport will the person being passed say 'you're my hero'?

[@graeme5364]

Syd, as others have mentioned you are an inspiration. I felt myself wanting to cry with you at the end as you were giving it your all. Congratulations on finishing strong and being competitive in each stage race. You and Macky are true hero’s. Well done.

[@bikerjoe8921]

Wow. The Dynamic Duo. You guys rock. I'm gonna miss watching this series. I guess I'll have to watch it all over again.🙂 Get some well- deserved rest. Thank you for all your hard work.

[@scottsather602]

Love the Partridge Family jersey

[@JimCockerham]

Thanks for taking us with you guys on this amazing series. Congratulations on some spectacular racing!

[@TMAN882]

Syd, I completely get why you cried. I am grateful for my health every day and for being able to ride bikes.

[@Trilogy2112]

Love your videos, guys! Well done 👍

[@teaguemurphy9462]

YES, SYD and MACKY, love to see it!

[@Geeios1]

IDK Mac, but the Syd looked faster today. Congrats, good video and great racing. Thanks.

[@wayneg9019]

Great job to both of you! Syd you worked so hard to get back to this point. You deserve a hardy ATTA GIRL! I got to race my MTN bike today and forgot how fun it was. Great content you two, keep it up!

[@jkimm7]

So proud of both of you for a fantastic stage race! So happy we get to watch along and see these races. Thanks so much for the hard work you put into these videos and congrats once again!

[@Axr24have]

Good ride guys and great vids!

[@vincedavis5326]

That was an inspirational video series. Awesome!

[@crbondur]

Syd, the amount of hard work you put in for SO LONG to be able to do this again is inspiring! You guys ROCK! I love your videos, and I appreciate the reminder to "Be More Awesome"! =D

[@takozamtbtrailscout7106]

Love the content! These race series is awesome and inspires me to one day race!

[@The80shilling]

Great series, loved going along with both of you for the rides. Thank you both.

[@playing_in_trafic]

Loved this whole series. Looked a tough race. Well done to both of you for pushing all the way through.

[@davelloyd8454]

Syd - you made that second chance by hard work and long term commitment. Great series. I faltered around day 4 but glad I watched 5 and definitely 6. Incredibly impressive descending Macky!

[@ride-paddle-repeat]

What a great wrap to an awesome series. Very emotional to see you both push through and for Syd to be some humble/open about the past year's challenges. You both are definitely inspiring us to all be a bit more awesome.

[@TimeToPolka]

Thank you for sharing all the moments, the ups and downs. It is so inspiring to get to share in your adventures in amazing places as you push yourselves to the limit and beyond.

[@mikecarter6758]

Congrats to you both! A real fun series to watch.

[@grantlingley1385]

You guys were awesome this week! Thanks so much again for all of your work posting and of course racing!!! Happy Canadians Thanksgiving!!!

[@corbiewhite7113]

Really liked watching this series. Excellent riding by both of you.

[@darrenbutterworth807]

Loved this series and really appreciated the extra effort you've both taken to bring it to us. Thank you! Also, not surprising you were emotional Syd - you've come such a long way in a relatively short time, so to be able to be so competitive over a tough 6 days is amazing. You're also obviously very mindful of the fact others don't get this chance so the best you can do for them is exactly what you're doing... being an inspiration to us all! 💪💯🚴

[@jasonfraser3572]

Enjoyed the race set. Well done

[@lesleywinter4401]

Syd you deserve to be emotional. Having a second chance us one thing but having the fortitude to put in the required work to recover properly is another. Embrace the emotion,its a great part of you

[@chrisdenning9816]

Just awesome! You guys are warriors. Thanks

[@graffix11us]

Thank you guys for making these great videos. To Syd, it is truly inspirational watching your comeback and I am so happy you are getting back into top shape after such a hard time. It is really cool to watch the point of view shots that show how bumpy the ride really is compared to the ride it appears to be watching the rider just in front who looks smooth and flowy. You guys do a great job of showing what mountain bike racing is really like.

[@jamiemiceli7911]

Thanks for letting me relive an amazing week!

[@nicholkid]

These series must take a good amount of work to put together and I love watching. I appreciate the effort. I get to live vicariously through you!

[@dougsmith4678]

Congratulations to you both!

[@stevencole7331]

Hard work and not giving up gave you the opportunity of a second chance . life gives you no guarantees . Well done guys . Off to the next .

[@cobykluth1878]

Humble and inspiring realization. Thanks Syd. Great to see the hard work paying off for you two this season!

[@PumpkinVillage]

Your both so good. Really enjoy your videos and this series was one of the most outstanding. Take care, Al

[@kevinlanchester42]

This series of videos was just a fantastic adventure. You guys are doing an awesome job, the race results are great but are secondary to the super riding you both bring onto our screens thank you for bringing us so much great entertainment. Looking forward to next adventure.

[@jeremykeegan8090]

Well this was a fantastic series to watch - you both raced your hearts out! This last one got me emotional. Both of you are an inspiration!

[@zionfpv8803]

So good and empowering to follow your guys' journey. Love you guys, keep up the good work, good luck at the next race!