Mountain Biking Captain Ahab in Moab, Utah

I've been hearing about Captain Ahab for quite a while and was so stoked to finish out the Moab trip with this loop. Riding with Alexander from The Singletrack Sampler and our host and guide Randall.
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[@charlesmansplaining]

Great video. I did this trail several years ago and watching this video makes me want to go back. Unfortunately I have quit mountainbiking due to to many injuries. This video brings tears to my eyes.

[@bkxc]

Ah man, I'm sorry you can't get back out there. I hope I did the ride justice and gave you a little taste of something you might not have seen again!

[@mtbmike7809]

Outstanding scenery and skills!

[@scott2375]

Amazing view has to be a must on the bucket list to see that part of the country

[@bkxc]

The views were some of the best ever! Love that desert landscape!

[@cynthiamartin7028]

As someone who nearly cacked it on the Corona Arch trail crux in snow, MERELY HIKING, I can't tell you how much these vids wow me. Oh Lord you guys. Stay great and don't die. :)

[@bkxc]

Haha thanks!

[@BuddinAdventures]

Love going back and rewatching these videos with all you guys in the video together

[@bkxc]

Yeah, that was a fantastic trip!!

[@The_Sampler]

11:15 This is why we are such great riding partners - we know exactly when to join in on the duet.

[@bkxc]

Hahaha, you know it!

[@kakusei3672]

alex, you got such a good attitude had to sub once I found you on BKXC.

[@The_Sampler]

Thank you so much dude, that's really something I love to hear as I believe in always being positive and adding levity to life.

[@tim0s002]

👍 I subscribed as well. Love watching you guys ride and the happy attitudes.

[@ianpawlowicz1452]

The Singletrack Sampler I

[@mikebussart2575]

Amazing riding, you keep doing bigger and bigger drops and getting more air. Makes want practice and ride more and more.

[@masterzilch5599]

Thanks again for the pause to give us a look at that magnificent, colorful canyon!

[@bkxc]

My pleasure! Gotta take some time for nature.

[@Scott-mk7tz]

I like watching Alex ride. He has a nice style on the bike. Very relaxed and flowy.

[@TheJoncic]

Having that rider in front of you really adds some nice perspective to the video. So many POV videos don't have any scale or context to them. Being able to see the guy in front go over obstacles, then you, makes the video more enjoyable to watch.

[@bkxc]

Glad you liked it!

[@impact2000]

This is incredible! Respect! especially for your climbing technics!

[@bkxc]

Thanks man, such a great ride!

[@ammoisking]

Just discovered your channel and I CANT WAIT TO BINGE WATCH ALL YOUR TRAIL VIDEOS!!!!!

[@jaredg8854]

Wow, that looks so fun. Great job, thank yoy

[@bigapplenyc9213]

Amazing ride! Great views from the park...thanks for sharing.

[@bkxc]

My pleasure!

[@dlippiel]

I am very impressed with your technical riding. Much of that looks pretty tough. Awesome job! Also as a newer rider I just wanted to thank you for your videos documenting your mountain bike riding and travels. Not only am I getting more and more inspired but I feel like I am seeing places that I have never been and probably won't ever go. Love the channel man! All the best!

[@bkxc]

Thanks so much, that's 100% what this channel is about, getting you to get out and ride more!

[@ianhope2106]

incredible skill & confidence. Well impressed.

[@bkxc]

Thanks so much!

[@stuartpilling6190]

Must have missed this one. Glad I found it.

[@wvmountainbikeguide]

One of my favorite trails. Nice job on the video. Cheers!

[@bkxc]

Thanks man! It was such a cool little trail

[@MonsterAliensnations]

Man, these trails in Moab are really really gnarly !

[@RideLabs]

I'm going to probably ride this in a few weeks, your video is building my anticipation, thanks!

[@bkxc]

NICE!

[@SobanBhatti]

Need to check out Moab in my lifetime. The view, the riding.. just EPIC

[@bkxc]

Definitely, it's the total package!

[@bruin4937]

AWESOME video! Thanks for posting!

[@bkxc]

Thanks! It was a great ride!

[@keithtremblay8803]

I rode Captain Ahab October 24, 2016. It's hands down the most fun I've had on any trail. I loved the technical as well as the views from up top. I can't wait to get back to Moab. Nice video.

[@bkxc]

Thanks Keith! It was super duper

[@cbogue3898]

Just started following you recently and this is the second time an old video popped up where we were literally a week apart on the same trail!

[@kennethzeltakalns4448]

Mad skills, Brian!! That was some really nice riding there- can't wait to see what Spain was like!

[@bkxc]

Thanks Kenneth, it was a fun one!

[@RideFlyJump]

Those trails really do look like a work of art. I enjoyed that. Cheers.

[@bkxc]

Thanks man, glad you dig it!

[@DarthBobo68]

These video's have us now planning a trip next fall to Moab.

[@bkxc]

Sweeeet! My job is done!

[@brave87ulysses]

It's so sick watching your riding progression as the videos come out everytime, goin harder and harder 👊🏼as always sick vid and looking forward to Espana!!

[@bkxc]

Thanks man! I feel like I'm getting better every ride.

[@ovtj]

Probably my favorite of the Moab series. You and Alexander are an awesome pair, hope you can do some more content together.

[@bkxc]

Awesome, so glad you liked it. Alexander and I will be riding together for a long time!

[@thenerdycyclist4670]

that's some seriously cool landscape! very nice!

[@bkxc]

Yep, one of the coolest in the world (so far)!

[@anonolomyd3965]

I love the quality of your videos! Definitely subbed from this one video!

[@bkxc]

Fantastic, glad you enjoyed it!

[@patrickthomas8333]

beast mode! Thanks for sharing

[@bkxc]

Thanks man! It was tons of fun

[@yakbiker75]

Nice work Brian... loving your vids!

[@bkxc]

Thanks bud, such a great trail!

[@TheJaxsonjack]

Vids from your channel have been showing up on my Recommend. I've really enjoyed them!

[@bkxc]

Thanks so much!

[@fieldysgrl98]

Best KZbin channel i've found in a loooooong time!! subbed.

[@pher8487]

Love your ride and scenery. Wow

[@bkxc]

Thanks!

[@michaelmcdaniel1832]

Much thanks for sharing your beautiful ride! My skill level is way below yours, though I love mountain biking and seeing the beauty all over this planet. If I am fortunate to create some trails wherever I am, sweet!! Lord willing 😊 Keep on riding and sharing!!

[@bkxc]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rafey77]

CRAZY RIDE AND beautiful scenery ...... pain & pleasure 🚴🏾👌🏽👍🏼

[@bkxc]

Thanks dude!

[@jasonlindquistmedia]

jus ordered an ibis ripmo, i cant even wait the smile on my face hasnt even been so big hahahah. youre videos helped and are amazing thanks.

[@AtypicalPaul]

Such beautiful views.

[@bkxc]

The best!

[@010MACS]

one of your series of vids I just keep watching! Great to see how near you are to 25k man. On and up!

[@bkxc]

Thanks so much dude!

[@andregilhespy7504]

Another great vid, thanks! I hope you're having a fantastic time in Spain, I can't wait to see what you've been up to :D

[@bkxc]

Thanks Andre! Stay tuned!

[@JustinRamseyphotography]

No idea how I have never hit like on this video until now. I must have watched it 20 times now. been to Moab twice and this coming month I am going back to hit this trail!!

[@bkxc]

Hahaha thanks dude!

[@PeterCPRail8748]

Some nice fast techy riding and the views. Very nice.

[@bkxc]

Thanks man!

[@Surendrarai2024]

very toff technical rocky trial. i am impressed with your technical skills.

[@bkxc]

Thanks!!

[@ryanmakarski8353]

Holy Moly! That was some rugged Doodoo! Nice job boys!

[@bryanjordan8876]

Scenery at the end blew me out the water dude!

[@mtbrat7155]

I ride my camber 29 er and I love it! I ride it everyday and I love climbing as much as the downhill!

[@fijibubba]

Such a sick video. Great riding! Dude I made it to Moab 5 days ago and have been riding like crazy. Tomorrow I’m riding Capt Ahab, I’ve watched this video like 5 times on loop. Thanks for the inspiration. I can’t wait to hit it in the morning!👍🏻 I also went up to Grand Junction (hit the Ribbon Trail) and also Fruita, 18 Road. Thanks for all your videos. You inspired me and have shown me so many awesome trails to ride. I’m so not ready to drive back to Cali on Sunday.

[@bkxc]

That's awesome man!! Go get it!

[@KOCOMA1234]

That is one insane trail! Love the technical part of that. Nothing looked too too hard. Just need to make quick good decisions.

[@bkxc]

Yeah, it was a really fun one!

[@funnuts1]

Your videos started my interest in mountain biking. I pulled the trigger and ordered a Transition Sentinel a few days ago. Should be here in a couple weeks. Keep up the great content!

[@bkxc]

That's awesome David!

[@j.jurewicz1776]

That trail was killer, Amazing video man

[@bkxc]

Thanks man!

[@rollinghomefilms458]

Simply love this trail.

[@bkxc]

It's a great one!

[@johntwerp]

Another badass video. I enjoy all of them but it's definitely cool seeing you buddy up with some other guys. Too bad about Seth. He seems to be doing alright based on yesterdays video tho! On a side note, that is a sweet TRD!

[@bkxc]

Thanks John! Yeah, he's back at it and riding hard.

[@kyle4617]

These Moab videos are epic in my opinion there your best videos so far

[@bkxc]

Thanks Kyle! So glad you're enjoying them. They were so much fun!

[@nathanlewis4483]

KZbin suggested this video, and shortly after it started I thought I recognized those Yahoo! shorts. That's my Bro!

[@scorchzone]

Dude! Your Moab vids have been awesome but this...this is the one that makes me want to drive to Utah right the hell now! Looks sweet!

[@willkirschke5865]

Another epic ride!

[@bkxc]

Thanks man!

[@SuperSteveJO]

Thanks for sharing great scenery brave ride

[@bkxc]

Thanks for watching!

[@glockgoon7]

As you said "lean on me", I started to sing the song lean on me. Shortly after your buddy starts lol

[@calmenda]

Great video. Loved the quality of the video.

[@bkxc]

Thanks Carlos!

[@huntstyle]

I have come full circle, Brian! This was the first video of yours I saw about a year ago when I first started riding, and I recall thinking how difficult that trail looked... and now I've ridden it myself! Yeah, I crashed, but they were stupid crashes. The 10:30 mark in your video is where I had my bad crash. I nailed my bars on that big rock that juts out on the left, turned the wheel 90 degrees and went OTB... to the right where I had to fall further to reach ground! I think my hand will be okay. It's getting better.

[@bkxc]

Ahhhh, that spot is SO sketchy!! Glad the hand is feeling better dude.

[@ajmckay2]

Nice video and nice riding. I rode this trail about a month earlier in September and it was definitely one of my favorites - even with the substantial climbing.

[@bkxc]

Thanks! It was a good one!

[@kennethrhea7746]

Man I love Moab. I hope I can get a chance to get out there. Once again another great video.

[@bkxc]

Thanks man! It's a great place to visit.

[@ErGoooBIKE]

Que bonito el vídeo! El sitio es espectacular!!!Saludos desde España💪💪💪🍀🍀🍀

[@SPL]

Dude, I heard you say Trail - all I see is rocks and dirt ;).

[@misanthropickat6167]

We call that a road in Arizona

[@dreamup8431]

That is some rough sh*t

[@dee4hunteradventure899]

Damn! I'm drooling while i watch Lol!!! I wish we have this kind of trail here in Bay area.

[@bkxc]

Hahaha, warning: wear your bib!

[@DonaldsonClan]

Very well filmed, edited and narrated. Amasa trails area is my favorite trail system in the world.

[@bkxc]

Thanks man, I appreciate the kind words!

[@mikemancile4002]

I miss watching on this channel. Its been like almost two years(?) . Great vids man. Great vids

[@bkxc]

Welcome back! Just about 300 videos you've missed

[@NomadJan]

Holy shit! I'll be in Moab in 2 weeks and my friend recommends that I do Captain Ahab...Now I see why! I've been to Moab twice, in the past and there was no Captain Ahab back then...I hope I'm up for it!

[@eddarell9474]

Maadd Skillz Brian! Wow epic views since the weather cleared too. That 4Runner is tight! Thanks

[@bkxc]

Thanks Edd! That 4Runner will be mine!

[@endurofordaboys1768]

one last cracking video from moab, looking forward to the spain videos!

[@bkxc]

Thanks bud, it was such a fun ride!

[@DarthBobo68]

Brian you need to do a full review of the DVO suspension when you're ready.

[@bkxc]

Good call

[@RadwegbloggerDO1]

great landscape - I am envious

[@bkxc]

Pretty cool!

[@MikeAmban]

awesome video. as always

[@bkxc]

Thanks Mike!

[@papapelatomtb]

wow brian! what a landscape ! i'd definely fall down watching around. lol awesome vid man !

[@bkxc]

Hahaha, yeah gotta focus on the trail and not the views!

[@bretedge]

Ahab is right down the road from my house. Yeah, I'm lucky. Ahab is a rad trail and Hymasa is an awesome climb, but it's also a fun out and back if you're not feeling up to the challenge of Ahab. Great video!

[@bkxc]

Nice! It'd be awesome to have it in my backyard. Thanks dude.

[@freddiesoldemailpleaseemai2999]

Been watching Seth bike hacks for a few months just found you channel, you are a huge inspiration and an insane mountain biker

[@bkxc]

Thanks dude!

[@ladicius]

This is legit! Great work, man.

[@bkxc]

Thanks my man!

[@devo721]

That was awesome!

[@bkxc]

Thanks Mike!

[@Blackstoked]

so sick. you are getting good at drops and stuff

[@bkxc]

Thanks man! Practice makes perfect

[@kayakutah]

I highly recommend also riding up the jeep track, Vs Hymasa....it's a humbling, but rewarding experience.

[@bkxc]

Nice! Maybe next time

[@michaels.8244]

Awesome.. really enjoyed watching & you've got yourself another subscriber.

[@bkxc]

Thanks man, this was such a fun one!

[@relaxmarco]

Great ride, fantastic

[@bkxc]

Thanks dude

[@kaatinthehaat]

Stunning!!

[@bkxc]

Seriously!

[@mtbrat7155]

you guys are true rolemodels! your climbing skills are not human as well as your downhill skills!

[@bkxc]

Thanks man! Practice makes perfect

[@kobilevi1845]

Beautiful video!!!!!

[@bkxc]

Thanks!

[@Whitesnake2]

Another spectacular ride. Moab looks like a dream mtb destination. Gotta say, its clear to see your confidence growing with every ride. Love how you are attacking the gnar on the DH sections and lovin it! Thats one of the joys of riding imo and thats definitely on display in size in this video! Keep it going!!! Its gonna be interesting to see what you got up to in Spain!

[@bkxc]

Thanks Snake! Moab really is a dream, there are a shitload more trails out there to ride. My confidence is growing, riding behind Alexander and Seth showed me what's possible, and now I'm getting into my own groove.

[@Whitesnake2]

BK-XC keep it going man! The force is with you! Awesome job!

[@mwinner101]

Great video. Well done.

[@bkxc]

Thanks man!

[@wattermelon1510]

Just went there and this video almost does it justice. Amazing bucket list ride. Like my man says bring your "A" game and "A" equipment because they will all get tested on this trail.

[@ilanblondy9711]

one of the best videos ever made .. brother those videos are just a diamond for the average + rider !! your riding trips are awesome cheers for living the dream .. digging the BRONSON :-) good stuff your videos do the job and just make us WANT TO GO AND FU.... RIDE ANY TIME .. keep pedal hard .. its one package " pain and plessure !! happy new year wherever you are , boom

[@bkxc]

Thanks so much, man! I love the passion and enthusiasm and so glad I can get you fired up!

[@VKDM8687]

I am seriously in awe...and I know...this was 6 years ago. HOW DO YOU GET THIS GOOD?!?!?!?

[@SuperSnipehunter]

Who leaves a thumbs down on a video like this, lol. Good stuff bro. Those trails look awesome!!

[@steverice1756]

badass ride, definitely putting this one on the list, the Spain footage is going to be great

[@bkxc]

Thanks Steve, it was such a good one. Great first ride of the trip to get warmed up and feel if your bike is dialed in (even though we did it last). Editing Day 1 from Spain today and there's too much good stuff. Patreon folks are going to get a LONG extended cut.

[@jcw5007]

great video! kids and I are really enjoying it! subscribed.

[@bkxc]

Lots of cussing in my videos, FYI!

[@jcw5007]

turned the volume down after the first f bomb

[@jackransier9146]

this trail is so fun and I rode the trail with a group from sram/rockshocks testing out the newest rs-1 inverted forks

[@bkxc]

Nice, that's pretty sweet!

[@gaoutdoor4372]

Good trail good skill man subscribed

[@knordberg]

That was a sweet video. This is on my mental bucket list, but at age 60 and visually impaired, I don't thin it would be prudent. Watching this is probably the closest I'll get to it. Thanks for the ride. That sounded violent.

[@bkxc]

Thanks Kris! Glad I could give you a little slice of fun!

[@GodspeedSuperbeast]

Actually what I'm doing now, lol. I subscribed and going through your old videos. I love the lines you choose and your a hell of a climber, getting good on your decent too. Better than me for sure

[@bkxc]

Thanks so much William!

[@TheXaimaca]

sun, warm, blue sky, rocks, desert,colors and ...BKXC, beyond the imagination... thank you

[@bkxc]

Glad you liked it!