Mountain Biking and Mental Health -

[@SteveKimbo]

Top man 👍 this is the first video of yours I've seen. Sorry for your loss but you hit the nail on the head there. Off to #TotalMTB to buy something.

[@DickingAboutTV]

Thanks Steven, i really appreciate your comment mate and thanks for supporting them. cheers buddy. All the best. 🤘👍

[@SteveKimbo]

@@DickingAboutTV I'm going through some bad times myself and it's incredible the difference being out on the bike makes. As you say it doesn't change anything and nothing goes away, but I can deal with things so much better when I've had a ride. I never realised how many people are in a similar boat and use MTB to help with anxiety or depression. It's such a fantastic community to be a part of. Chin up and keep those pedals turning, we're all here for you 👍✊

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

So sorry to hear Richard. I do agree that getting out on bike is always valuable to flush out whatever difficult feelings occurring. Going to check out the website now...

[@streetpigeonmtb]

Mate. Thanks so much for sharing this. It's OK not to be OK. I think many MTBers battle with mental health issues. What draws us to MTB is that release from the struggles. It is fantastic that you were able to open up and encourage acceptance of an issue that some of us perceive to be laden with stigma. Sorry for your loss Richard. Thinking of you for sure. Take care and stay safe 👍

[@rhpmountaintrail9206]

Sorry for your loss Richard it is a great escape and distraction to get out on your bike absolutely agree look after yourself 👍

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

So sorry for your loss Richard. Thoughts and prayers 🙏are with you and yours.

[@squidridesmtb]

Sorry man. Is a rough time. I lost my mother over 15 years ago, now. Back then, skateboarding was my thing, getting out for a push about gave me the headspace I needed to help me through it. These days, mountain biking gives me that same headspace. Thank you for the video.

[@paulholden7154]

So sorry to hear your sad news, stay strong Rich, we are always here to support you. All the best Paul & Kim

[@GrahamFootBicycleLover]

Absolutely get this Richard. It sorted my head out after getting ill. Lovely words kiddo. The outdoors is the best therapy for everyone.

[@DickingAboutTV]

Thanks mate. Much appreciated.

[@5492sparky]

Thoughts are with you Richard. A great cause.

[@ElectricMountainBiker]

Well done for doing this video mate, takes strength to share this with us all but know we are here for you mate! Will share of course, but do not want the merch, do have an idea though which will support this as well 👍🏼

[@OGMTB]

So sorry to hear about your mom. I kinda needed to be reminded of this right now. When I feel down I need to get on my bike. My bike is the best antidepressant I have. Good luck to you Richard. You and your mom are in my heart tonight.

[@DickingAboutTV]

Thanks Rick 💛🤘

[@goproracertv]

Nice guitars…. and beautiful dog….

[@MTB_Derbyshire]

So sorry for your loss, really tough times. I would also like to say how important your message is. Funny how spinning the cranks let's your brain process things. I never come back from a ride in a bad mood...even when it's sub zero and I've had a mechanical. Best wishes!

[@trailtrackermtb]

Great cause I've been on website and bought a mens hoody in black. You just can't ignore companys like this. Thanks for posting Richard

[@DickingAboutTV]

That’s wonderful.. thanks so much for supporting them and for the comment. It’s very much appreciated! 💛🤘

[@charlesslwilson]

Well done for doing this as it’s not easy. Getting out on the MTB has been a big help this past year in lockdown for so many people too. Stay strong

[@peterharris3096]

Sorry for your loss Richard, I Lost my mine too recently so yep keep on keeping on.

[@TotalMTB]

Thank you so much Richard!!! 🙌💚

[@UPHILLPHILL]

Mate, I’m very very sorry to hear about your loss, please know that I’m thinking of you and I’m here if you need me 🙏🏻. 4 years ago I went through the same and I also struggled in ways that were alien to me. Mountain biking kept me sane, focused and gave me the strength I needed to continue my life. My Mum was a big supporter of me and my MTBing since the late 80’s which also gave me comfort but for over a year I really struggled. Since then, I’ve found new strength and motivation through KZbin and I’ve met some seriously awesome people, one of whom I’m writing this message to😉. Thanks for sharing not only this video but another side of you. It makes me feel that I’m not the only one still affected by grief and that it is ok to feel crap sometimes but also to know I can talk about it. Best wishes and much love buddy 🙏🏻🤗.

[@seantoms3396]

So sorry for your loss, stay strong brother 🙏

[@syncroG60golf]

So sorry to hear of your loss. I was in exactly your position early last year. I agree 100% that getting out on your bike, going for a run or walk or whatever definately put your head in a better place to deal with ‘life’. Thoughts are with you buddy 🙏🏻

[@nickp1126]

What a great cause. Thanks for sharing.

[@DickingAboutTV]

thanks Nick 👍🤘

[@bradbell4055]

Had to quit working in 2003 because of my health had depression ever since wanted to work till i was 65 which is in a few weeks then got hit head on on motorcycle then in 2014 lost my wife to breast cancer who was my best friend ever then bought a new Trek the last week of April started riding bikes it pretty took care of the depression and has improved my health more then any Dr could do and I thought it would be a dust collector when I bought it now I love bikes maybe even more then when I was a kid sorry about your mom lost mine little over a year ago

[@the1goatboy]

Losing a parent, family member or friend is never easy. No words can ever fill the void or ease the loss but time and reflection is a great healer and time on a bike is the best so this very much makes sense. ❤

[@DickingAboutTV]

Well said - thank you 💚

[@bikeandbeyond]

Powerful stuff mate. Sorry for your recent loss. No matter who we are we all suffer sometimes. I completely agree that more often than not its the simple things that can really help when we are feeling low. Like going for a little ride, or reaching out to someone and asking them to go for a quick spin. These have helped me in the past. It may seem small but is can be life changing. It’s often the case that the person reaching out has no idea how powerful their gesture is to someone else. Great video mate!

[@DickingAboutTV]

sorry for the delayed response,... thanks so much for the comment and you are bang on - i've had so many friends just say 'how about getting out on the bikes' and it just shows me how much they care. 👍😊

[@alexthomasfitnessandmartia6528]

What an important vid to make. Well done. And a perfect example of how a dog feels your pain. He/she snuggled right up to you.

[@DickingAboutTV]

Thanks for the comment Alex.. she is a sweetie alright. and you're right about how dogs have great empathy.. 👍

[@afonsosnofa]

I’m sorry to hear about your mum Richard. My condolences

[@GedandMichele]

Sorry for your loss Richard.We all deal with loss differently and glad you seem to have found yours.Will add link on Surrey MTB Facebook page.

[@DickingAboutTV]

Thanks Gerard - much appreciated buddy. 💛

[@trailbuddiesuk7127]

sorry for your loss. thank you for making this video. its god to know im not the only one who has gone through something like this and found solice in mtb.. i lost my mum to cancer the day before my birthday in 2016. i had always been a rider but just as my mode of transport. from the time of her death i found a love for off road mountain biking as a way of dealing with my greif , something to give me some ' me time' alone with my thoughts away from the day to day pressures of being a single parent dad and bills etc.. since then i started the trail buddies uk fb group to creat a social network for people to meet up and ride with others in their area. ive made some really great life long friends through the group and found that mtb has been my saviour from falling into a world of self pitty and dispare.. mtb has helped with my physical health and most deffinitly my mental health..

[@DickingAboutTV]

I’m so pleased that you found some positives and it’s wonderful that you’ve started that group - I’ll go and check it out now! Thanks so much for the comment it’s very much appreciated! 👊💛

[@trailbuddiesuk7127]

@@DickingAboutTV thanks for the reply. hope to see you memebers request for the group soon :-)

[@MrFordy0001]

Great post mate. As you know thinking of you. Let me know when you ready to ride. Ordered my T to spread the word! Big man hugs x

[@MTBTrailSherpa]

I can appreciate what you are going through. My father recently received his last rites and we will be dealing with his passing shortly. Keep riding and great positive little video.

[@HallMarc_Trails]

Sorry to hear about your loss Richard, it's always difficult to lose loved ones without what's going on at the moment, being out on the bike certainly helps to put you in a better place, if you need a chat, you know how to contact me, stay strong & safe mate 🙏👍 ps, shared on my facebook group, no need to buy me a t shirt, we have a plan 👍

[@jefbricks]

Well done, honest vid. A fresh air fix certainly helps me!

[@goproracertv]

I was sad to watch this video … but you were brave putting out there …. Thank you

[@DickingAboutTV]

Thanks so much - it was tough to make but I wanted to maybe help others going through the same thing. i really appreciate your comment. 🙌👍

[@trailbuddiesuk7127]

video shared :-)

[@DizRidesMtb]

Our thoughts n cares go to u mate 💪 Mental health matters ❤️

[@AdventureTrailsMTB]

really sorry about your loss dude . you are absolutely right , be it a loss, money issues or just an argument with your wife , mtb is defiantly half way there to be a cure.

[@AdventureTrailsMTB]

also added to my group and page .

[@DickingAboutTV]

Thanks so much - it’s really nice how supportive people are if you let them in.. something I’ve not been good at in the past. 💛🤘

[@AdventureTrailsMTB]

@@DickingAboutTV i did a mental health awareness vid a few months back. It shows what a great community this is

[@TrailHuntingMTBeer]

Couldn’t work out how to share via KZbin, I’m a bit slow like that 😕. Shared via FB to get this important message out there. Thanks for sharing buddy, & keep on keeping on 👊

[@DickingAboutTV]

That’s great, thank you so much for the comment. 👍💛

[@trailhuntercy4433]

JUST SUBSCRIBED!!!

[@DickingAboutTV]

thanks so much! .. just looked at you channel - really like it and subscribed - great job🤘

[@phillrobinson9795]

Sorry for your loss; as a fellow fruit loop who suffers, I say do what you need to do 👍.. seems wrong to like your video, but you know what I mean 👊

[@grantgallacher4157]

Always here for you mate, we can ride in the morning if you like? lots of love x

[@bradbell4055]

Your channel was recommended by old man fatbike

[@DickingAboutTV]

lol .. Yens is my inspiration - he's an awesome bloke who has been kind enough to support and encourage me!