Over 6 Miles Of Mtb Descent - Beinn Fhada

[@dons4europe]

That drone is a game changer , selling Scotland more than 'visit Scotland'. Well done.

[@McTrailRider]

They really should start paying me😜

[@joescott7500]

As long as it isn't the SNP funding you

[@garyboyle695]

@@joescott7500 could be worse could be the Tories.

[@joescott7500]

@@garyboyle695 I don't think so

[@roderickmchardy3650]

scotland is not for sale . you may visit if you wish .

[@gmbmedia28]

"I can show you pictures all you want. And tell you all I can nothing compares to actually being in here" Thank you for the awesome footage of your mountain bike riding.

[@McTrailRider]

Can never truly convey the feeling of being up a mountain, which is unfortunate.

[@johnbrown3951]

Scotland really is a stunning country. Views and vistas that only shepherds and gamekeepers ever saw until hill walking and now mountain biking became a thing. Thanks to your drone and cameras the rest of us can view this and work out if that is a step too far at our level. Keep the content coming it is phenomenal. Thanks.

[@benturner190]

One of your best videos ever i reckon. Class

[@McTrailRider]

Nice 💪

[@edwardrabbit.poetrybunny.7192]

The voice over, the editing, the bike riding - all first class. Well done guys!

[@charliehicks2554]

Absolutely amazing views. I love that drone, added so much to the production. Views for days.

[@McTrailRider]

Cheers Charlie 👍

[@thepainterdude1]

these videos are just getting better along with Piers Watched the extended cut but still had to watch this one

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Paul, and thanks for the support too 👍😊

[@dougiegraham662]

Amazing! That drone is the best spent grand ever. Liked the wee Beastie Boys sample as well😎

[@McTrailRider]

Worth every Penny 👍

[@A_AAA232]

Andrew your videos just get better and better - youre setting the bar high and the content just gets better! well done on that ride -stunning at the top, just a breathtaking place up in the mountains, the descent was class - drone shots mega -and Piers smashed it coming down. big respect, stuning content, bravo

[@McTrailRider]

Ticking all the boxes 💪👍

[@roderickmchardy3650]

yep , beast of a day ,,, some of those drops , giving me vertigo just watching !!

[@470danadidas]

Brilliant video and superb drone footage. Great advert for Scotland.

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks buddy

[@jimborainbird2311]

Epic, I mean really epic. The footage from 15.56 is jaw dropping. All I am thinking the whole way through this excellent film is, I won'a do that. Chapeau on great ride and faultless production

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks very much😊

[@ferfernando593]

Awesome landscapes! It looks a lot like a National Park out of my city. Greetings from Cuenca. Ecuador.

[@McTrailRider]

Nice! Ecuador looks amazing 👍

[@garyhutchin]

Those drone shots are incredible. Your videos have definitely inspired me, recently got a MTB so going to build my skills & fitness, then when ready start visiting some of these awesome mountains around Scotland

[@McTrailRider]

Your in for some great times ahead Gary 👍

[@markstorer7204]

Views to die for👍 Piers riding out of his skin.....drone footage was fab,great video 😁

[@McTrailRider]

Cheers Mark 👍 Piers was riding well

[@stu.c]

Haha, awesome stuff Andrew. Just looked at the dates, and as you were on your way up the hill I was driving past on the way out to Applecross and then round the coastal trail up to Ullapool. Now I know how amazing the views are from those massive looming mountains I skirted round the edges of... 👍

[@McTrailRider]

Small world! Quite fancy riding up Applecross way myself.

[@mrrdhh]

That’s a stunning film McTRailRider !! 😍

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Rich👍

[@Bessunger]

Fantastic, the scenery is stunning, the trail pretty tacky. The drone footages are great, it was great pleasure to follow you ;-) 👍

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Thorsten☺️

[@ianbiggs9930]

That drone shot at 16.05 Fabulous!

[@McTrailRider]

Came out very well 👌

[@FRAGMENTAL]

Superb stuff! I'm picking up one of those Skydio 2's at some point! I almost pulled the trigger on an Air 2s but was concerned about the restrictions on "legacy" drones in 2023. I've gone for the mini 2 which I'll use for the cinemamatic landscapes and I'll try to get the Skydio for the following. Thanks mate - Chris.

[@McTrailRider]

I think you have made a good call on both the drones to be honest.

[@Chris_Knopf]

What a place. What a ride. What a video… man that gives me goosebumps !!!

[@McTrailRider]

What a nice comment!☺️

[@mrnick4205]

Absolutely amazing way to wake up.. I am off to Southern Ireland soon with luck. Similar scenery. Mind-blowing !!! nice one.

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks buddy, I need to visit Ireland myself some day.

[@mrnick4205]

@@McTrailRider I may get back to you one day on this. It's a long complicated story. There may be a way though in time. At an amazing place . I just have to see how some things pan out. Long live the wheel lol.

[@feelfreemtb3474]

You've touched my MTB heart by saying 'Just climb some mountains'. Hope the lockdown is giving way for us Dutchies in the summer.

[@McTrailRider]

I want as many people as possible to experience that feeling you get on top of a mountain as possible 👌 Here’s hoping you can get that feeling very soon 🤞

[@snat6299]

Wow what great footage and a beautiful ride! Thank you for letting us enjoy this with you. God bless from the 🇺🇸

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@leeteemtb9587]

Never understand why people click dislike? No entiedo! This video is packed with adventures from down hill rock dodging to epic drone footage. Along with bonito vista's esse....... I spotted tu espanol con mas ariba, muy bien 😆

[@McTrailRider]

My Spanish didn’t go too much further than that though 😜

[@juliebirb7162]

Love your country. I've been all over the world but not Scotland yet. Excellent video, Andrew and enjoyed Pierce.

[@McTrailRider]

You’ll have to get over here soon then 👍

[@chrissyp7433]

Breathtaking views what a beautiful place to be so peaceful.

[@McTrailRider]

Before I started the drone up , it was extremely peaceful👌

[@m4dc0r3]

Luv your videos. The amount of work and care in each montage is really perceived. One of my favorite MTB content creators. Keep it up.

[@McTrailRider]

I very much appreciate the appreciation 👍

[@Itsthejourneynotthedestination]

Absolute epic footage ! and Pierce is fast turning into a riding God.

[@McTrailRider]

He’s not reached God level yet, but maybe next time out 😜

[@nufobiketrip]

Damn i would love to ride those places. Video quality is super good and the drone footage its just next level perspective. Big ups mate and cheers for that 👊🍺

[@McTrailRider]

Much appreciated dude

[@Mugtree]

Really awesome Andrew. Just cant wait to get back to Scotland and do some of your rides 👍

[@McTrailRider]

So many places just waiting to be ridden 👍

[@Mugtree]

@@McTrailRider so agree. So jealous you have all this on your doorstep. I get my highlander built on the second week of June so hopefully I’ll be able ti get to Scotland to ride it where it belongs 👍👍. Again thank you for the amazing videos

[@cb6866]

Damn Andrew....that was cool as hell . You guys must have been exhausted ! Thanks for sharing.

[@McTrailRider]

I did feel this one the next day, which is actually quite rare for me.

[@cb6866]

@@McTrailRider Well sir, you ride in the most treacherous places , a lot ! I can hear you , and you are seldom , if ever out of breath . Your cardio and fitness are through the roof, bud ! Thanks again

[@cb6866]

And.... Happy Days theme song was perfect

[@darcyphillips70]

Wow 🤩 Outstanding on every level…. the drone footage really does open this up to movie status, love seeing you two go to work and the perspective is breathtaking

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Darcy👍☺️

[@jsrides2065]

Awesome buddy another stonking vid both of you well hooked up on that mountain 🖖🏻🚵🚵

[@McTrailRider]

Much appreciated dude!

[@gavinpickthall4239]

Loving the roof tent! and scenery and the epic content. 👌🏼

[@McTrailRider]

The roof tent has been great 👌

[@TimmmmmyD]

Amazing views. Looks like an epic trip

[@McTrailRider]

I really enjoyed this trip for sure

[@johnmcevoy2744]

Drone footage is fantastic. Really enjoying the recent videos 👍

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks John👍

[@daverotors]

Fantastic views once again! And the drone is doing an awesome job as well

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks dude

[@davewatt8840]

Fantastic video and drone footage so good watched it here and also extended version on Patreon👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Piers is fair come on with riding skills

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Dave, Piers sure is getting the hang of it 👍

[@TuckRob]

Superb video once again. Wonderful part of the Highlands. Beinn Fhada is on my list. I've been on almost all of the surrounding mountains but not that one yet. I'm certainly more inspired to do so now.

[@McTrailRider]

I’m the opposite, I need to try some of the other hills. This is the only one I’ve done so far.

[@davehutcheson3785]

Excellent again Andy!

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Dave👍

[@camperp195]

Amazing scenery,another cracking vid 👍the drone is certainly earning its keep,spectacular footage.

[@McTrailRider]

Paid for itself already as far as I’m concerned 👍

[@SubmarinersDive]

You guys are hereby Qualified to MTB on the MOON! 👍 Awesome footage once again.

[@McTrailRider]

I have been called a non man before, but I think that’s different 😜😂

[@bazbroon]

Absolutely stunning mate 👌

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks dude👍

[@rhettetherington1351]

Wow! Amazing scenery and riding

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Rhett

[@anthonylau6691]

Beautiful Scotland! Amazing weather lucky you!

[@McTrailRider]

All in the timing Anthony😉

[@connorlindsay5528]

Phenomenal, one of the most beautiful regions Scotland has to offer. Its pronounced 'lee-a-hach' 👍

[@McTrailRider]

It sure is 😍 I was told that the locals pronounced it the east I say it, but I’m not great at Gaelic in fairness.

[@jakmoore4782]

Another amazing ride mate 👌. Pierce sending it 👏

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Jak

[@Thepoeticmtbr_The_poetic_mtbr]

Absolutely superb Mr McT. The footage of the mountains is brilliant all it needs is a deer and a Richard Attenborough voice over 😉 and Pierces riding is noticibley improving, but he does have a great riding buddy 👍 Audio, stability, quality, drone footage, top drawer

[@McTrailRider]

Cheers, Piers is fair progressing 👍

[@LMRomao]

good ride with fabulous landscapes.👊

[@McTrailRider]

Views for days 😍

[@cheesepizza87]

Great video, drone footage still blows mind. Subbed.

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks for the sub dude👍

[@jinavl]

where i live its a temperate rainforest..super green mountains..love Asheville NC

[@McTrailRider]

We get it very green here too, but definitely not up high like on this ride.

[@garyalexander3281]

Excellent views and great shots from the Skydio, thought it was going to crash into rocks at one point, heard somewhere that apparently singing whilst mountain biking helps concentration, although I can't sing for toffee so probably a bad idea 😂, cheers Andy looking forward to next installment 😁🚵🤙

[@McTrailRider]

Before I started filming my rides I used to always get a song running through my head, almost put me in a trance at times.

[@anthonydorney254]

Love it Andy , drone shots are epic 🤘

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Anthony

[@HD-dz4uk]

I've been on that summit, walking of course. Fantastic area for walking and Mountain biking 🚵‍♀️. Great views, better than ours and you are spot on that there's no substitute for seeing it yourself. The Drone footage is making a huge difference to your videos, the steepness comes through. Some quality bike handling on steep ground, Great stuff as always 👏 👍.

[@McTrailRider]

Can't beat that mountain top feeling👌

[@kieranwhittemore1010]

"not like massively dodgy, but you would not want to fook it up" LMAO

[@McTrailRider]

Funny but true 😜

[@Swaggerlot]

@@McTrailRider Yep, the second part of the statement! Plus you have really mastered the use of the new drone.

[@Adasrast]

Amazing as always and those views 🚵🏻‍♂️🏔🏔🏔🏔🤟🏻

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Adam

[@gernottoventile_mtb]

NIce one - again!!

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks buddy

[@consuelabananahammock9088]

Amazing! Drone footage adds such an epic new perspective! Any plans to film any more in the Skye & Lochalsh area? Keen to see what Is on offer on my doorstep!!! Cheers 🍻

[@McTrailRider]

A bit more up Kintail way is planned, gut I'm not sure what there is on Skye that suits my kind of riding.

[@malcolmfrew7460]

That was top class, what a video.

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Malcolm

[@richardeljay]

Brilliant. Excellent 'reaping'. Drone footage was superb as was some of the bike handling (although at 16.02 and 18.10 some big drops looked quite close 😱).

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks dude, I tried not to look at the drops 🙈

[@scotlandmyhome7484]

Another epic 👍👏❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 best on KZbin 👍

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks dude 😊

[@AndyWardle]

Your videos pre drone were always epic. So what’s the next level? Epic er 😂 just fantastic mate. Piers looking slick too 👍 god I wish I was 30 years younger with a deviate bike 😂 👍

[@McTrailRider]

Not sure where I go from here TBH. You can’t get any younger, but you can still get a Deviate 👍

[@ams09121974]

No1 MTB Tuber, the drone is different class

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks dude 😊

[@neilriordan9300]

The footage is superb, its like im there

[@McTrailRider]

Good to hear 👍

[@bobstephenson8747]

Lovely video, the drone footage is outstanding, proper big mountain adventure! I’ve been lucky enough to have done the descent from the Bealach twice, once in a point to point from glen afric to morvich (in the long hot summer of 2018) and last year as a loop via the bothy. I would recommend it go on any mountain biker’s to do list, in fact watching this, I wouldn’t mind doing it again😀

[@McTrailRider]

I’ve went around this one via the bothy before, it’s a hell of a slog but a great route 👌

[@rascott1970]

I do the munros on foot. 107 done. Would love to helicopter in and ride down. The pushing uphill puts me off. Now an ebike would be fun ( plus spare battery)

[@bobstephenson8747]

@@McTrailRider yeah, didn’t you do it with bkxc and guy Kesteven? That was part of the inspiration to ride it iirc

[@McTrailRider]

@@bobstephenson8747 yes, but that was a full loop around the hill on that one.

[@paulbygrave6859]

Just Great as ever keep it up

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Paul

[@kevinw1129]

That new drone of yours is giving us all some amazing footage to watch. Has anyone done all the Munros on a MTB? If anyone can, you guys can.

[@McTrailRider]

One guy done them all in the 80’s, and now kzbin.info is half way through doing the same.

[@davidscullion2379]

Andrew those shots at 15 mins into video are amazing, don’t you just love staying in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@McTrailRider]

Best place in the world....... sometimes 😜

[@mcyoon77]

Very nice. That drone is the nuts. I have questions. Have you thought about naming the drone? The last one was clearly the Father Dougal of drones. This one is an excellent little pilot so I’d name it Winkle after a famous Scottish WW2 (and beyond) pilot. Also, where does Piers keep his stuff? For a day like that I’ve got food, drinks, spares, tools. Good cornice advice too. 👍👍

[@McTrailRider]

I just call my drone the Terrier, as it’s tenacious and doesn’t let go. Piers carries less than he should in my opinion, but I’ve always got a backpack for these rides and have most things that we would need.

[@nickstorey8204]

Happy days indeed 😊 👍

[@McTrailRider]

👍😁

[@dad7720]

Spectacular! You must be running tubeless on 29 wheels but what tyres are you using and what sealant? How often do you puncture?

[@McTrailRider]

Schwalbe Magic Mary/Hans Damph front/rear with Stans standard sealant. No punctures with this setup so far.

[@martinhall7873]

This is so on the list, fantastic vid. What bike / travel are you riding?... I’m trying to decide on what to go for and this is exactly the type of riding I like to do.

[@McTrailRider]

The bike is a Deviate Highlander www.deviatecycles.com/highlander150 For this kind of riding, it’s incredible. I genuinely love this bike👌

[@garioch_gravel_rider7376]

"Who are you and what have you done with Piers?" hahahahah!!

[@McTrailRider]

That’s how it felt 😜

[@seakayaker20]

6:15 Nerdy me estimated it using ridewithgps and draw lines at about 982m!

[@andytromans1]

Looks great! One question though.. Piers, where's his spare kit?! Been going into the hills all my life and wouldn't go just with that. Do you carry his mac and bobble hat?

[@McTrailRider]

Piers didn’t carry enough in my opinion, but I carry plenty, so hopefully could have us both covered if it came down to it.

[@rascott1970]

Awesome video. I’ve only walked that area. And well done for not saying Ben fadda 😂

[@McTrailRider]

To be fair, I did say Ben Fada the first time I went 😬

[@rascott1970]

Me too. Walkhighlands is the place for correct pronunciations of Scottish hills 👍🏻

[@McTrailRider]

@@rascott1970 that’s what I use 👍

[@cinqiwc]

Wow, epic views 😍

[@McTrailRider]

Not bad eh

[@lukavsoundseeker1642]

Andy I have a question regarding Skydio 2. Have You got any idea regarding warranty in case something would happen? If they gonna honor it even tho they don't ship overseas? You would do it through Your friend that shipped it to You or just taking under consideration that warranty wont be honored?

[@McTrailRider]

I've no idea tbh, and I'd rather not think about it either🙈

[@lukavsoundseeker1642]

@@McTrailRider hope there will never be a reason to find out mate! Just asking some questions cause I want to get one for myself.

[@travelingtaff]

hi there again whot sort off drone are u use in can i ast please awsome vid going up in 2 weeks from wales to do that :)

[@McTrailRider]

This is the drone www.skydio.com/skydio-2

[@johnparry7843]

You’re selling biking in the highlands, fantastic job

[@McTrailRider]

It's an easy sell

[@Melted-playz]

Awesome video smashed it on this video

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Carl

[@BCursed2012]

So when will the Ministry of Tourism sponsor your channel? Youre the best ambassador/tour guide to showcase the magnificent beauty of Scotland.

[@McTrailRider]

I get that one all the time, must be something in it.

[@chrisrae9478]

Recently came across the channel, your videos are class, top effort. Any good munro recommendations by ebikes? Keep the vids coming! 🤟

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Chris. Bynack More and Mount Keen are both very good for ebikes.

[@chrisrae9478]

@@McTrailRider cool mate ill check them out. Cheers 🤟

[@garybrown5769]

As mentioned the drone is next level for shots like !!! What cam you using for the free hand shots ?

[@McTrailRider]

Hand held shots are all done with an iPhone 12 Pro , with a bit of work in editing

[@Xaltae]

How much does a full suspension instead of hardtail help on something like that full descent from the top starting at 14.40? Would you be able to ride the same percentage of trail on either?

[@McTrailRider]

You could definitely ride it all on a hardtail, you would just go a bit slower and have more fatigue in your legs at the end.

[@Xaltae]

​@@McTrailRider Oh i was definitely fatigued... but i wouldnt call what i did "riding". Never rode a full sus before so wasnt sure how much difference it makes. Rode it on saturday as part of the loop, going up via Glean Licht. Hadnt really read much about the route other than a brief look on google. Knew it wasnt far mile wise, so did it as a "quick" stop on route elsewhere. Was not prepared for that at all.... 6.30 hours By the time i got to that final descent from the Bealach Sgairne, i was knackered. Im still pretty rookie at descending techy stuff, but even bits that i could normally ride, i was hitting every rock and pedal striking every narrow channel. Took the ebike as well...bit of a bugger hauling that up the climbs. Great videos though, been watching for ideas where to go.

[@thebarofclay6100]

Was Pearce replaced mId ride by Doddy or Blake .. the disguise wasn't that great with the GMBN clear as day haha new drone looks like it's giving you a fair amount of different camera angles

[@McTrailRider]

I thought something looked a bit different about piers😜

[@thebarofclay6100]

@@McTrailRider oh it's Piers lol sorry to him, I've miss heard this entire time

[@benjaggard-smith6412]

Putoline HPX R 2.5 (yes suspension fluid) will sort out your brakes, I've been using for 6 months with zero issues and no pump up. Lower viscosity means the piston retract back faster.

[@McTrailRider]

That’s a new one for me 🤔

[@benjaggard-smith6412]

@@McTrailRider yep its a well used solution from Germany, google it!

[@NameisLeon]

Absolutely brilliant. Love that whole area. Been enjoying your vids a lot recently nate. Where was the car park you slept at? Heading up that way in a few weeks and put these hills on the list... Cheers.

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Leon. The carpark is up the hill on the way to the original Skye ferry.

[@garsr6]

Looks like the viewpoint above Ratagan on the Glenelg Road?

[@McTrailRider]

@@garsr6 yes, that’s it 👍

[@NameisLeon]

@@McTrailRider nice one mate, yeah I know where you are. Cheers, happy riding

[@NameisLeon]

@@garsr6 nice one!

[@martinhayes5087]

The Syndicate put out a video a while back that helped sort my wandering bite point, if you Google "Shimano Wandering bite point" the first link should be to an MBR article that has a link the video in :) hope that helps

[@McTrailRider]

Somebody else in the comments recommended that video. I’ve now given it a go and it has made the brakes feel better overall, with a better bite point. It unfortunately does still wonder a bit, even when cold🙁

[@stevem4038]

Awesome riding and great footage - that drone is an absolute game changer for we armchair riders! I know you ride a deviate but what bike is Pierce riding?

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Steve, Piers is on a privateer 161. It’s a cracking bike for the money👌

[@NeilsEMTBWorld]

Awesome 🤙🏻📸⛰🔋⚡️ That’s a ride I want to do!

[@McTrailRider]

Get it done man 👍

[@NeilsEMTBWorld]

@@McTrailRider I’m on it!!! 🤙🏻

[@craigtbmtb8993]

That was a truly brilliant video. The drone has certainly taken your videos to the next level. What as the ride out of 10? Looked close to a 10 from what I saw.

[@McTrailRider]

For me, it’s probably an 8 or 9. Would be more if I could cycle up more of it and if the bottom would get drier at some point.

[@joekindred7901]

Look at Pierce advertising for a rival KZbin channel right in front of you, the nerve of the guy 😂

[@McTrailRider]

I need to get done McTrail Rider t shirts for him 👍

[@mrruaridhblack]

Something I would buy 👍

[@davidabbs4459]

You push the bikes all the way up? Do you do any riding on the way up?

[@McTrailRider]

This one is 95% hike-a-bike, but there are other mountains that you can cycle a good bit up.

[@nickdmackie]

Great vid, Andrew! Concur with others; that drone is quite incredible, really adds a new dimension/perspective to your content. Hey, boring question, what tyre pressures do you run?

[@McTrailRider]

Thanks Nick. 23/25 psi front/rear

[@nickdmackie]

@@McTrailRider cool, you still on Michelins? Any inserts? 🤔

[@McTrailRider]

@@nickdmackie on Swchalbe’s now, no inserts

[@garsr6]

Nice one! Good vid, cheers! Did this ride in the summer of 2013, was the hottest day i have ever had on a bike! What roof tent is that?

[@McTrailRider]

The first time I done this ride, it was just under 30 degrees and I ended up getting heat stroke 😬 The tent is a James Baroud Evasion, expensive but very good.

[@paghal11]

I'd love it if your channel was "Mountain bikin'..ya bass" Or something. In all seriousness, thank you for showcasing the gorgeousness of Scotland and for your trademark humor and humility despite your prodigious athleticism and talent. Now away and play in the muck before your heid swells.

[@McTrailRider]

Ego very much inflated! Thanks dude

[@jesmtb]

Epic ride and video Andrew once more... assuming that you are tubeless, what pressures are you running back and front to combat the aggressiveness of the terrain?

[@McTrailRider]

Tubeless 23/25psi front/rear👍

[@brianbathgate4944]

Superb!

[@McTrailRider]

Thank you