DEADFALL! How to HIT Awkward Logs! Never Use a Chainsaw Again!!

[@robb-smith6328]

“Remain at a slow controlled pace” for you is like full speed for me 😂, great tips thanks.

[@dropsofink1336]

I repeat this same phrase to myself every down hill 😆😁

[@davidpurpura1450]

Rich , I enjoy and share your videos often and can't tell you how much truth there is to some of the tequines you described. I ride hard enduro in the Western Mountains of VA and I'm all over the bike with serious front and rear body position to deal with different situations. Most if my friends and I now all run the VE33S and simply love it between 4 5psi and 6psi depending on conditions. Thanks for all the great videos. Love IRC for sponsoring you!!!

[@easternyellowjacket276]

Lot's of good information here. I'd like to see this technique on semi-rotted hemlock that is still solid but with no bark, wet and humid, on an angle in an eastern woods setting. In that condition, you are essentially hitting a piece of smooth ice with your wheels. My crashes are spectacular.

[@phild9813]

I’ve found living in Wyoming that dirt bike tires don’t work well on ice. Try some studs lol

[@aboutfaceretreats6562]

Lol! Been there!

[@neuchigen]

I love this channel! I sit here in my cubicle dreaming about riding and I also get to listen to some tips on how to ride better so I can ruminate and then put them to use when I get to ride I suppose. I rode to work today too. Might have to get some practice on my lunch break!

[@michaelstevens9264]

Hey Rich, once again want to let you know your tutorials are appreciated , awhile back I realize that needed to definitly focus on the basics and your videos have been great! so it's been good to watch them.

[@STONEDARTphotos]

Great timing on this video. Cleared some single track yesterday but kept the logs.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Lots of deadfall this time of year!

[@thisandthat176]

1 failed attempt, 100 successful... You're such a good rider! Makes it look so easy! As allways perfectly explained! Makes us want to ride! 🙂

[@camstager4455]

Your instructional videos are awesome! I now work on all these tips when I trail ride.

[@scottloconti1871]

The best explanation of how to do anything is your channel, If you started a school I would the first in line, great job!!!

[@khmerlife3961]

Wow ! I, 47 and just started riding couple months now and your videos are the best and I’ve learned so much from them

[@rideroftheweek]

You’re doing a great job rich! Putting all your tips into practice and getting better every day! 👍

[@marcel7161]

Showing and explaining the failed attempt was very good for understanding why I sometimes (most times) go wrong. Thanks for that.

[@ozziejim8472]

Mate, your channel is gold! Thank you.

[@fmtnic]

Excellent! I really got a lot out of this video. Great detailed explanations!

[@XJonAye]

When I was a kid riding with my dad a lot I noticed that you had to hit down trees straight on. Every time I hit one I did weird angle with rotto soon as that's spinning back higher hits the tree the bike takes out slides on the tree like I'm grinding a rail on a skateboard. So everything you said in the air makes sense to me thanks rich

[@jeffbrownell279]

Really enjoy your videos and like the way you teach.I am a x offroad racer that has been riding trials since 2017 and have been mainly riding offroad again because that is what I love.After riding trials I find riding single track in upper Michigan not as much fun as the more extreme hard riding.I luckily have the site of the mad moose national Enduro to play and crash in.Your vidio,s inspire me to become a better rider.

[@aboutfaceretreats6562]

I am in Michigan too, where is the mad moose?

[@jeffbrownell279]

@@aboutfaceretreats6562 By Marquette Michigan in sands township.No hard Enduro this year but will have the loose moose Enduro which is a hoot.Check the district 16 race schedule.Lower Michigan is district 14.

[@lisimahus]

Great info, keep it comming, please! You are doing the community a big service!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

More to come! Thanks for the support!

[@jameslaguardia2709]

Great riding tips and a poetry lesson, too! What more could we ask for?

[@KnoxOffRoad]

Solid and Killer Spots! Also don't ever let your skidplate touch a leaning log. You and your bike will follow it down the mountain shortly after

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

haha! Especially if they are slick!

[@KnoxOffRoad]

@@IRCTireUSAMoto Oh yeah!

[@BigCDawg785]

Really a great teacher! Thank you.

[@M8D4fun]

Awesome tutes, you’re the machine!

[@Dowent]

When I see a log over a trail, I can be pretty sure I'll have it for myself. Few logs and a deep slick mud field are always good starts to a trail :) .

[@johnsnyder3204]

Another spectacular and helpful vid! Thank you so much for it! And even a bit of poetry😀

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Haha! Robert Frost comes in handy!

[@Cee-FJedi]

Awesome video, I've been waiting for this because this is what Wrecks me the most! Slippery logs freak me out!!. Thanks cheers

[@utahdesertrider1806]

You’re so good at all this. I totally know how to do all of what you’re explaining. But actually executing it is where my problem comes in. Especially when I’m fatigued. Was gonna post a video of gnarly rock riding but I was all wrong, bad body position etc. so no video.. thanks for the great techniques explained!

[@algee8228]

Love it! Great instructional!!

[@Sladep123]

Awesome detail, thank you Rich

[@GR-iz4nm]

Thanks for the breakdown, great riding, aspen at those angles are impressive.

[@sethjeffreys3055]

This guy produces good training tips !

[@fooslinger]

Good explanation of technique in various situations. Subscribed

[@mikdavi3254]

You have an excellent way of explaining technical skills and the videography was well done and timed with your descriptions. Very well put together and helpful for us gumbys amd muppets. Thank you.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the support!

[@rogerrhodes2333]

Cool :) Always enjoy and learn from your videos

[@rickbaca9248]

Love these videos... How would this technique apply on a trail with head sized rolling rocks?

[@Swimmyrox]

You were great in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

[@soilsmanadv6673]

very good technique information..Thank you

[@ericmurillo1526]

Could you do a break down between the VE35 and IX-05H front tires? Or if you already have a good explanation could you point me towards that video. Thanks

[@nickbennett1223]

Another good one Rich.

[@ShiftGearsMoto]

Good advice. Starting to really enjoy going over bigger logs.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks!! Great to hear! I'm telling you it gets better and better!! That's all I like anymore!!

[@ShiftGearsMoto]

@@IRCTireUSAMoto that one at 7:15 looked gnarly!

[@shawnjohnston9054]

Solid as usual! 🤙

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks!

[@JackMasternone]

Great expectations and advice on technique! Thanks!!!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Glad it helped! Thanks for the support!

[@mxmike121xhardenduro4]

Great job again. Keep them coming. Mad Moose Hard Enduro was so awesome last weekend. I used your techniques many times and I became more efficient and less tired. If you even come to Michigan let me know. I'm heading to Moab November. Come do some training for our group!?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thats awesome to hear! Glad they help! Maybe we can make something happen!

[@mxmike121xhardenduro4]

@@IRCTireUSAMoto Let's make a plan.

[@josemutia7847]

Helpful techniques effective 👏👏👏💪💪🇵🇭

[@uncletom1971]

Oh! I found a video that I haven't '''liked'' yet, there! Now I think I've "LIKED" all your videos ;)

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks for watching!!

[@АндрейКоструба-н4й]

Hi, thank you for your channel! If the technique is the same for 4t bike?

[@Cyril_Harperink_87]

Thanks Rich for tips. It's as always very interesting. You probably have already planned it but could you please talk about your suspensions settings for the differents fiels and terrains you practice on ? When I watch your video they look pretty soft. And some riders say they make them harder than original setup. Thanks again man !

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I plan on doing video. It really depends on the bike because all valving is different. But hopefully we can put something together!

[@KrinklingPlasticBits]

@@IRCTireUSAMoto It's definitely a huge factor......at 9:29 it looks like you're completely bottomed out. Is that what you ride all of the time?

[@susumumori2553]

Hi Rich, at 3:03, your feet are off the pegs! Do you do that often when you clear obstacles?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I do it to get lift when the log is elevated. Heavy weight, then de-weight.

[@Gah_Hofs]

Great video, keep it up!!

[@endurok39pnw]

Earlier this year on a trail I called "the log hop trail" we had a log that was about 18", elevated, on a side hill, at an angle on the approach and up hill. Comedy ensued!

[@craigwilson8255]

The downhill logs look terrifying haha

[@MyersJ2Original]

Unrelated to this, but when will you be covering the newer tires such as the VE40?

[@chuckg7303]

New IX-09s going on the YZinger tomorrow, hoping they make up for my lack of skill...

[@absoluteit1614]

Legend, thanks mate! 👌

[@hello-dirt]

I don't know about anyone else, but I kept hearing Rich say "why would someone cut the damn log".

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Haha! There is always a time and a place to cut the completely impossible ones out of course. But if you have the opportunity take it as a challenge!!

[@garretthorner]

It always hurts my soul when I ride single track and see some badass logs that are cut out of the way Maybe I’m just a bit selfish though!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

To each their own!

[@HardEnduroLlewellyn]

Had to complain at our local spot, the hare scramble guys they were holding races for were using some of our single tracks and cutting trees and moving rocks to make it easier for them! Wtf, cool bro you can do 3-4 gear hauling ass through groomed tracks but can’t hop rocks or logs...

[@weStayModest]

@@HardEnduroLlewellyn hey now lol, I love 4th gear ripping through a trail I've run a bunch

[@joehop5780]

3:20 Linkage… what’s that???😄

[@ElMayo31]

So the blip just maintains the momentum right?

[@jacobmiller4720]

So rich i been wanting to try a gummy tire do i need to run a foam tube or can you us a regular inner tube

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

That depends on the gummy. The Ve33s Gekkota could handle a tube. Maybe the Jx8 Gekkota, not the Ix09w Gekkota. Hope that helps.

[@sincityenduro4111]

Good video and helpful tips 👍

[@Bubbleuprubberdown]

Hey Rich, aside from protective kit on the bike do you ride with the stock gray throttle cam or the sporty black one? I am curious if there is an advantage or not with either one for hard enduro. Cheers. 👊🏽✊🏽🤘🏽

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Stock!

[@Bubbleuprubberdown]

@@IRCTireUSAMoto Cool Cool Cool! Thanks man. Keep these awesome videos coming. 👊🏽✊🏽🤘🏽

[@dmitryda6006]

brilliant content!

[@galerieluder1024]

again very impressiv. catlike moves.

[@philipsmith6152]

Great video, Dont believe in cutting logs, just go around them leave and them for people with the skills to get over them,

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Haha! Sometimes we have to of course. It's also true that some aren't good enough to make it over and they go around, which can get trails shut down if the area is strict with staying on the trail. But just as I said if you have the opportunity, take it as a challenge!!

[@brycedavis907]

@@IRCTireUSAMoto absolutely, I often wish it was more possible to leave deadfall in a lot more places, but as you mention it can be a sore spot for the usfs and get trails closed.

[@chrisvozza6530]

Yes the difficult trail less taken will make u a better rider

[@thomaseberhardt6603]

When you are explaining how to go over the elevated uphill aspen log, are you pulling the clutch in as you let off the throttle? I'm just getting into the harder terrain so sorry if this is a stupid question.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I am little bit. The goal is to have enough load on the engine to not need to.

[@thomaseberhardt6603]

@@IRCTireUSAMoto that makes sense thanks!

[@xlr8offroad]

Do you run a 110 rear on the Gas Gas? It looks it from the vids. Any reason specifically a 110 over 120 or 140? Thanks!

[@javi_adp7884]

Pure gold!

[@nikang249]

Thanks Rich! Your videos are biblical.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Haha! I appreciate that!

[@cminus19]

Rich hey I'm curious. How much do you weigh and did you respring or revalve the ec300 front and rear?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I'm 6'1" 175 No its stock.

[@professionalpiddler1071]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks!

[@Enduro-vdk]

sick video 🤟🏾👍🏾

[@jaybrap7401]

What gear do you use when approaching technical

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Depends on your bike and gearing.

[@jesta.drifter1249]

I'm curious? when attacking obstacles like this 1st or 2nd gear?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

depends on the bike and gearing.

[@louisdoucet1498]

Rich you need to start your own school impressive as always.

[@SuperLuiggi13]

Sick Brotha

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks for watching!!

[@jamesdenton3692]

I agree ,leave the chainsaw at home, save weight , use shaped charges. lol

[@zaliahmad9169]

Thank..

[@dawanderer5593]

thanks

[@robsonenduro3316]

awesome play ground!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Its the best!

[@brianshields5307]

Wish we could get people to quit clearing all logs off trails - those are all training opportunities!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Haha! I definitely enjoy them!

[@MrZachalewel]

Anyone know of good trails in St George besides out in Warner Valley?

[@OldManEnduro]

Have you ridden every trail in Warner?

[@MrZachalewel]

I don’t think anyone has but I live on the other side of town and am trying to find trails closer to home

[@OldManEnduro]

@@MrZachalewel where are you living? Santa Clara?

[@MrZachalewel]

Yep, want to go riding?

[@OldManEnduro]

@@MrZachalewel there's a bunch of great singletrack out in Santa Clara. Its getting hot out, so I usually try to be hitting the trails when the sun comes up. What are you riding?

[@speedyboi349]

Usually i just wheelie and squeeze the bike with my legs while i shift forward my body weight and that lifts the back tire up once it hits the log Im not the best at it but im decent

[@michaelsteven1090]

Haha..It slowly goes away, until one day, its just about gone, and then you stop..but it's worth it..

[@UTPP]

I bet Rich knows what e=mc² is 🤙

[@bikersoncall]

I let your opening and closing adds run, always, never a midroll, I don't know anyone that does.

[@DavidJones-mj5ju]

Hey Rich, the chainsaw industry is not gonna be happy with you.

[@tylerpalmer1399]

Why would you promote riding over and around trees. Go arounds destroy trails and get access restricted.

[@OldManEnduro]

Gotta get out there before all the dang Instagram log cutters do!!!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

lol!

[@potatopobobot4231]

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[@Chugg.Norris]

You guys need new intro music FOR SURE. I can make this happen for you 💯

[@algee8228]

I really like the intro music.

[@Chugg.Norris]

@@algee8228 it's boring... and janky... and gets annoying quickly because it's just not catchy at all... needs a bit more attitude. Doesnt fit the theme at all for these videos. As a producer, I'm just being honest 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@algee8228]

@@Chugg.Norris As a channel subscriber...I like it. I think it has a nice vibe & beat and fits the channel well in my totally unprofessional opinion.