MAKING XC GREAT AGAIN 🇺🇸 50 STATE SHRED: TENNESSEE

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Always feels good to get back into the mountains. Windrock is famous for its EXTREME downhill bike park, but they have been quietly building "XC" trails over the past few years as well. What an awesome surprise with some really tough riding. A bit pricey, but still tons of fun.
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[@edwardwillers5673]

Going to miss Sara, she is such a pleasure to have her ride with you. Cheer!

[@fullfacejosh6809]

oh no we want more Sarah she is awesome.

[@shredlifeadventures9888]

No we dont....

[@StephenShreds]

@@shredlifeadventures9888 that's not very shred life of you bro.

[@ZillaYT]

You found a good soul and riding partner in Sarah. She's. good rider.

[@astreet339]

I live 45 minutes from “The Rock” and it’s a super fun place to ride! We are very blessed and fortunate to have it as our local trails!!

[@augu_3st613]

Bought my first mountain bike, your channel helped me decide this because I wanna bring one with my van as well along with my kayak. Hope you enjoyed my beautiful state! Safe travels.

[@mikebussart2575]

Tennessee looked like a lot of fun. Gonna miss Sarah on the rides. Keep making them and I'll keep watching.

[@N8MRN]

Tennessee: worried about it getting dark at 7:30. Canada: don't go to the trails until 8. 😁

[@CaliradoKid]

It's nice to see so much GREEN again. Man I rode Auburn a few days ago and it's a dry dusty plain! Looking forward to the rain already.

[@MTBChuckQC]

Im a francophone and I never made the link between Leroy and "Le roi" before hahaha thank you! Also have to tell you that in 2 hours, Im going to ride Bromont Mount for the first time!! (Been riding smaller mounts around before) Thanks for the inspiration Brian!

[@bkxc]

Awesome!! Love hearing that.

[@MTBChuckQC]

@@bkxc Did it, and it was pretty scary and fast for my hardtail, but made it out safe and sound! What an experience! But I'll continue practicing in my smaller places before haha!

[@glennwatt9753]

Covid sucks but small content operations like yours are keeping us going. Thanks!

[@ThePman113]

Going to miss Sara. What's the plan for Michigan?

[@PL-fh8cz]

A-w-w-w-w... Bye Sara. Life moves on, but you were a good addition to the channel. 😘

[@vicalgimu]

Sarcasm xD

[@celticspirit1]

Use this year as a trial run. Make 2021 your major tour. You have the remainder of the year to research and talk to subscribers for advice. Ride hard. Take care and best wishes.

[@PedalingDave]

Good ole Windrock. I've been meaning to check out the "XC" trails myself and this is pretty much what I expected they would be like. Sweet, Rough and Steep!

[@garyriggs6998]

You said it, “it is what it is”’, so just keep shredding this amazing, beautiful and complicated country of ours! 🤘

[@justinreynolds7944]

That was a epic ride. Sucks we won't have Sara anymore, I enjoyed see you have a riding partner. Can't wait to see where you ride in ky

[@Oper8or]

"You think the trails will be rocky"... ... lol. Welcome to Windrock. There are some really gnarly trails up there. Not just for bikes. Its a major offroad park here. We go there often.

[@am97001]

GREAT riding. This stuff is so difficult but y'all are making it look like flow trails.

[@bkxc]

Hahaha, yep, very tough stuff out there!

[@mikieson]

Brian..Your lady friend is really killing the trails..WOW..Those are not easy trails either. Super CHUNK...Let her know MUCH RESPECT!!

[@joshblum6245]

Right on you for discussing $28 for access to a private trail network! Trails don't build themselves - Excellent content!

[@Hdferguson3]

Zero of your entry fee goes to build or maintain those trails. Those trails are all built by volunteers with their own money.

[@joshblum6245]

Doug Ferguson Thats not cool...

[@Hdferguson3]

@@joshblum6245 Myself and one other guy have built and maintained those trails since 2009 when we stopped building at the DH side. While, we don't get any of that $28, we do get acres and acres of raw, natural, untapped terrain to build whatever we want.Truth be known, we only really build those trails for ourselves and our friends. We are happy that others ride them and enjoy themselves, but we never do it for the money. All of those trails are hand built with nothing but Rogue Hoes and saws. Don't need money to build trails.

[@scottfast03]

Another awesome vid Brian! Sorry to see Sarah go but happy for you that you found her. You two are a great couple! Be safe out on the road.

[@fromxctoletssee]

wow man what a trail. love that you are in the forest all the time. thanks for the adventure!!

[@jamiev1560]

Thanks for coming to Tennessee my man! I hope you guys left time to come check out the new additions to the Knoxville greenway in Knoxville TN! All the rides are free and they’ve completed a new jump track at Baker Creek Preserve. Keep up the awesome vids. I love seeing all these places close to me that I can go and ride.

[@jimkrug2586]

Thanks for another great video. Sad to see Sarah move on. It was fun to watch her ride and she is a fearless talented rider!! All the best to you both.

[@AFugax]

That XC looks like my kind of XC! I did like the initial videos -stories, history, riding with others, and eating things more exciting than Uncrustables...but hey- these videos are still great as many of us limit travel and live vicariously thru you. Plus- it just means you’ll have to do it again in the future!

[@trinityvintage9865]

awww man. I miss Sarah already!

[@xanthippe_2695]

I know right?!

[@TheSVERguy]

What happened?

[@CarrieJamrogowicz]

Me too! Guess she’s not ready to quit her job and live in a van just yet. 😆 Did notice the little “Sarah 💜s you” in the corner of the board though. 🥰

[@01FozzyS]

@@TheSVERguy Went home.

[@anli2229]

Me too! 😞

[@williamrsclark]

Dude, strange times, but, counter clockwise bigger and better 50 states the sequel. The video's are keeping me going. Cheers!!!

[@xanthippe_2695]

Another great video! Will miss Sarah, love watching you enjoy the trails together.

[@michaelchristiani7507]

Good to see Sarah back in your vids. Hey happened to watch another You Tube couple and they were using your BKXC water bottle and there not bikers. Great plug for you I thought dude.

[@RGCastro7]

Excellent video, Brian! The riding looked quite fun, and you two look great together.

[@sbinnala14]

I’m loving the magnets on the wall. Tennessee has surprisingly good trails. Good video!

[@TheAngryHusky]

When you come to Arkansas you have to check out the new Monument Trail system on Mt. Nebo in Dardanelle. Almost 30 miles of awesomeness.

[@luisr.blanco8098]

Great ride ! She is so cool ! left you a note and all in the board so cute ! :)

[@franciscourbinaalvarado8686]

Step 1: Like the video Step 2: watch the video Step 3: enjoy the video Great stuff !!!

[@SentMKG]

Redeption 2021! Single Track Sampler did it and you know what so can you! Make this a year to remember and make 2021 a year to CELEBRATE with the extended outdoor/biking community.

[@thuggooch1776]

Hey boss whenever you do Michigan don't forget the Upper Peninsula! Great trails up in the Marquette area. Worth the trip IMO.

[@kodycoggin]

For people complaining about the $28, it is 100 for an annual pass (for those who live close). Which is a hell of a deal for single track hand cut by volunteers. These trails were built by hand from the OG windrock DH trail builders. Windrock takes the money, but the core keeps and maintains it. Well worth the money.

[@MrRay645]

Kody Coggin I’m living in NJ, google our property taxes.... I promise you will never here a single complaint from me about Tennessee. Ever!

[@romdavis2050]

OH NO!!!! Sarah not going to be riding with you for a while. She is Awesome. Hope to see her soon.

[@derekcravenPT]

Wow, that Sarah is a keeper; she was born to ride trails and has a great attitude when gravity takes her down. Don’t let that one go, she adds balance to your adventures.

[@techamekka6211]

Great to see you with Sarah it makes the Video more intresting to watch. Would be great if you could do a debrefing or wrap up at the end.

[@bjsorensen]

The main takeaway from BKXC videos for me is to pick new lines that I'm uncomfortable with. I'm an XC rider, mostly focused on speed and fitness, so I tend to find the path of least resistance. In the past couple months, I've sought out nastier lines to test myself and grow. So, thanks Brian...good inspiration!

[@InstrumentalArcanum]

Maine in October would be awesome . Leaves change etc . It's amazing 👌😀

[@mikieson]

you in my home state here..i figured you would hit up Windrock.I think i even mentioned it a time or 2 early on in your journey..One day i'll get to go there and ride my first bike park..

[@dougiegraham662]

That is definitely your favourite tshirt Brian! Hope you don't crash and rip it.. You'd be devestated😂

[@jefferybradford5936]

Can’t wait to see where you go when you come up here to Michigan

[@jefferybradford5936]

The number 6 on the top trails to ride here is Pontiac Lake trail in Waterford. The number 1 trail is Copper Harbour Trail in the Upper Peninsula. Pontiac Lake is 30 minutes from me. If you go there I’d love to meet one of my favorite KZbinrs lol

[@GHinWI]

Strange schedule: he’s spending the heat of the summer in the south...there’s a lot of northern states to hit and the weather’s good now.

[@mrvwbug4423]

It's been hot AF in Colorado and Wyoming recently, and dry as a bone, so wildfire season is hitting with a vengence.

[@Philociraptor]

I think he was trying to knock out the southern states at the beginning of the year and then move up to the upper states in the midsummer but had quite a big delay because of Covid.

[@ryanemmorey9796]

mixtape is one of my all time favorite trails anywhere

[@duanehundley]

12:22, the trees are beautiful. The green tunnel is real.

[@mattdickey2454]

Magic. No gloves, gloves, no gloves, gloves lol. Awesome video as usual.

[@patrickcollins5626]

We’ll miss Sarah! Good luck on hitting all 50 states. It looks like you’ve already hit all the states with highest infection rates. It sounds like you have a good plan to do it safely.

[@0sd007]

When in Indiana make sure you check out Griffin Bike Park and Brown County State Park !

[@evrnire8474]

Those trails looked *awesome* Nice mix of *flow* and *tech*

[@thebarofclay6100]

The genuine fear in your voice when she crashed was heart warming Brian... Have you scared her off now haha

[@tooclaws]

Hi Brian bro, still watching and Sarah a tip never let the speed go faster than your thinking of your route. :) Congrats on how well you pick yourself self up and smile. :)

[@CyrantoLizzani]

I watch this video on my TV in 4k very good

[@AndreLaurentMTB]

That's a rough ride. Looks like the Halton Hills tough rocky trails in Ontario. All fun! Man I need to get South again. No chance of that as long as the borders stay closed. Stress less, ride more. Be good, do better!

[@markbrown2450]

I think I have the first comment! The family was just in the great state of Tennessee! Absolutely beautiful.

[@T.R.S.D.]

Just rode there a couple weeks ago. Love the trail Mixtape!

[@keyshey]

aw we're going to miss Sarah :( Most places still allow carry out so at least you can still showcase some restaurant's offerings

[@andreanicol7588]

Hey dude, I’m so happy you’re happy

[@tonyalbuquerque3990]

You two are great,,congrats Sarah.....

[@JClark2600]

@0:39 I think it's ironic that Brian is saying he hates riding in the afternoon while GF is behind him with a 'GOOD VIBES ONLY' shirt on. hahaha

[@grantfeddema5332]

Good luck and stay safe buddy

[@johnbob9297]

Hello Brian so sorry to c Sara leaving , she brought something that u seemed to be looking for for a long time. Enjpoy your vids but better with Sara.

[@sham8723]

My fav comment "Ok, now I know why everyone's rides are only 6 miles long". Exactly. I always feel like a wimp when I talk to someone out west in a dry climate putting in 16 mile rides and i'm like "yeah... I rode 8 mi...." the tech (and humidity if it's summer) take it out of you. Also... North Side is a great 1st descent warm up lap... not that advice after the fact is very useful *shrug* Great vid. Nice job rolling in on the flat rock.

[@bike_somm]

Great job guys going into what looked to be all blind "Technical Goodness!!!" Haha, Great riding to the both of you, looks like awesome conditions in such a greenery filled Forest🌲🏔🙏🏼🚲💨🍀

[@mtbikestuff4264]

When you come to Ohio I would love to show you around some trails! Northeast Ohio has some pretty cool stuff!

[@lachlanbarrett6215]

Love he ids mate from Australia watch all the time great work

[@nickcutler7371]

Brian is performing a reverse migration... he is doing the south in the spring/summer and going north in the fall/winter. Good test for the van since everyone else goes south in the winter.

[@samcox358]

Holy i didn't realize how early it gets dark there. Where I live in Canada it doesn't get dark until 10:30

[@dbo1111]

When you coming to Minnesota? You will will need to send more in Sarah's honor 🤘

[@Grimace99]

My recommendation for MN is Cuyuna, hands down

[@theejoeylee]

Duluth. Nuff said

[@dbo1111]

Duluth, Tioga, Lebanon hills, battle Creek, Cuyuna, Giants. Love this place!

[@RUSH_Z3RO]

Man I love your vids you made me love Moutain biking I am getting my bike pretty soon. I love your enthusiasm please keep on making these awesome vids !!!

[@stevie150365]

Sad to see sara go , keep on keeping it on

[@doubledanzaXX]

got all the southern states done in summer wooeee

[@antondupreelifestylecoachi3424]

Just watched the new backyard trails builds video

[@arthurphilibert9069]

Me to

[@josephhrbrt]

Thats so fun

[@josephhrbrt]

This will be the most popular comment

[@craigsayler]

wow, makes me want to visit Tennesee more!

[@knandagopal503]

The outro is amazing.

[@rmbtd]

I had someone fall also on a trail that I took them on. I definitely could of done a better job of warning when things got gnarly. I felt so horrible the rest of the day, cause I totally took responsibility for the fall.

[@FoCoFlowShow]

Pedaled Windrock DH Park last year ... not recommended ... but the trails are just NUTS - so much Gnar

[@laksjdfhghfhdkskdjfh]

Great video as usual and full of lots of fun educational and good content. Good to see even you still are afraid sometimes. Reminds me that fear can be good. ;) Aw bummer you had to temporarily part ways with Sarah she seems so nice and y'all seem really happy. Still so excited to see what else you've got lined up. I really enjoy your videos. I'm going to start mountain biking because of them. I need a sport I can do without having to spend years and years and years training but can spend the years learning as I ride and enjoying the journey.

[@MrHeller55]

BKXC when you come to PA there is an awesome trail system with some fun stuff near Scranton PA. Dick and Nancy is the name on trailforks. Genes trail to stone henge to blueberry is the way to go.

[@cesarortega802]

Thanks for another great video, thanks to COVID-19 that’s all the mtbiking I’m getting. Sorry to hear you are going solo, you guys make a great team.

[@BikingBadwithTC]

Can’t get that song outta my head, damn you! 😜

[@mericaman1269]

Sun goes down at 7:30. Lol. Try 9:00 my guy.

[@charlieb1874]

Depends on where you are in the world. The closer to the equator the shorter the days

[@adamarmstrong200]

It doesn’t get dark at 730 in Tennessee

[@mattmitchell5320]

Another great video. Glad to see you 2 back in the road. Probably just GoPro effect maybe, but so much of those trails look ridiculously off camber!

[@WALSRU]

Can't wait for an Ohio episode. Favorite trails in my state, keep in mind I live near Columbus. Mohican (long xc), Horns Hill huge new builds this year (Downhill and jumps), Chestnut Ridge for a little of both. Honorary mention to vulture's knob, I haven't made it out there yet.

[@Ye7ia07]

mahalo from Columbus. Love me some Great seal.

[@BlackMan614]

I would guess if doing Ohio you would go somewhere in the Wayne National Forest. Strouds Run or Lake Hope.

[@SemiSendy]

If you're not shuttling and just riding windrock XC, hit it on a weekday and it's only $10

[@Hdferguson3]

That is incorrect. You can self shuttle during the week on the DH trails for $10. The XC trails are under the regular land use permit and is completely different than the DH fees.

[@SemiSendy]

@@Hdferguson3 Gotcha, sounds like I was previously given the wrong info. I just checked with the general store....$28 for the XC/land use permit. Bummer.

[@rosskline]

I've heard about Windrock. Looks awesome!

[@cdmak1]

She's a good rider!

[@mrvwbug4423]

Will be interesting to see where you decide to ride in Wyoming (there is of course the obvious draws of Teton Pass and Grand Targhee bike park). I think a friend of mine emailed you about stuff in southern WY, a little while back.

[@charliekeith2157]

If you find yourself in Northern Virginia, check out Fountain Head regional park! Its the best place close to me an many of my friends!

[@TheSVERguy]

Time to hit the north while it’s rideable. Vt, Ct, Maine, the PNW. Jump up to Squamish and Whistler in a month

[@bobjohnson675]

I enjoyed the sing along to bad bad Leroy brown 😂

[@walterteeuw207]

Thanks Brian, now I need to start spotify and select some Frank Sinatra to get that song out of my head again. Take care and keep those vids coming!!

[@alexlurye1815]

Tennessee seems like it has good weather generally

[@Norway-BOY-MTB-Mountainbike]

just love your video and POV too ,keep it going !!!

[@rekamniar]

Most excellent indeed.

[@chuckwalters4759]

Come ride with our scheduled every Tuesday group in Midland Mi!

[@woogieboogie6487]

Windrock XC is no joke! Nothing XC about it. For those asking why it costs 28 smackers, it’s on private land. The entire area is ATV trails, Windrock Bike Park and camping facilities. The fee is considered a “ land use permit “. One of the few places you pay to ride in TN. It’s worth it though!

[@chunkylover54]

you need to check out the camba trails if you ever make it to wisconsin they have done a lot of fun stuff recently

[@chunkylover54]

you can also ride right from the trails to downtown cable or hayward both have wonderful places to eat and grab a drink. good times had by all