My Colorado rides went terribly wrong.

[@stevencole7331]

Similar thing happen to me on the crested Butte 401 trail . Rode the trail the same day I got there . I looked at trail forks . A couple thousand feet of climbing and 17 miles . Piece of cake by my standards . Wondered if I should bring my hydration pack and said no a bottle should be fine . Mistake one . Began the road climb that felt difficult and half way I was really struggling . My water was emptying quickly . I finally made to the single track and thought the climbing was done . Oh no not close and it got steep . By then I was in real pain and as I crested 13000 ft I thought it was all down hill from here . Water was almost gone but I said no problem . Be back in the campsite in a jiffy . Finished the DH and started climbing again and again and again . I reached bonk status . You just don't realize what Alpine elevation can do coming from sea level . I ran out of water and I had to fill-up in a stream which was risky but had. No choice as I was dehydrated . Completed the climb barely functioning and hit the downhill in slow motion as my mind was out of touch . Got back to the tent with the sun had set . Collapsed in my sleeping bag . No dinner as I felt ill and I passed out . I underestimated what high elevation can do to the body that's not use to it . Fortunate I did not really get hurt .

[@Faeskis_1]

I love your method of storytelling! I've enjoyed every video of yours that I've seen

[@NoNames-vw3bq]

Yes! Love her narration style!

[@VanGirlYuka]

Thank you 😘

[@stefanhansen5882]

I agree. I'm just found this channel, and Yuka is super fun to listen to.

[@gretafinz6486]

Thank you for inspiring me, Yuka! You consistently operate on hero level.

[@MarquetteMTB]

Glad you lived to share the story, you have serious grit! ❤🙏🏼🤟🏼✌🏼

[@flowstateofmind]

Such an honest video

[@TheRotundRider]

You are the Queen Yuka. Thank you for the video and sharing the lows along with the highs. We've all been there and need the reminder that it happens to everyone.

[@kiaw4415]

The dog is adorable. Take care and have fun!

[@KID79nenshiki]

ユカさんにはいつも元気をもらっています！😊ありがとう！

[@VanGirlYuka]

Thanks ❤️

[@valeriesorrells]

Yuka, you are a rockstar!!! I love that you show the highs and the lows. We all get them. I've crashed and just sat there for awhile contemplating going on as well and it's always harder when riding with someone else. The expectation to keep up puts a little more pressure on ourselves especially when we are physically or mentally wiped out. You are not alone.

[@michaeljordan3084]

The most inspirational KZbinr

[@rottieshepcalibre9156]

I wish husband would ride at Yuki’s pace. Just in case one of you get in trouble. Crash - Wildlife encounters etc. take care guys 🙏

[@Mr229357]

Be careful and take care of yourself 😊👍🏻👍🏻

[@NoNames-vw3bq]

I really appreciate how you can still be so light-hearted*(seriously autocorrect changing it to lightheaded 😕) & find the humour in everything. You have such a wonderful spirit Yuka! And you have an incredible strength & determination. Very admirable. I'm glad you & Eric share your journeys with us, you both have great personality & presence.

[@Slinkylinky179]

Recently spent 2 weeks in colorado (im from sea level) and our experience was very similar. The 401 trail should have been easy but that climb kicked my ass. I also slid out super hard on a green xc trail. The elevation and loose dirt really sneak up on you in pretty much the whole state. I hiked my first 14er there as well and got elevation sickness pretty bad. I felt like I had taken something. My judgement and reasoning skills werent there and I felt like I could barely stand. It would have been a very easy hike at sea level but the elevation made it the hardest thing ive done. I know you've been at elevation more than i have, but once you're below 8k feet for a few days you'll probably realize how weird youve been feeling and why youve been crashing so much. It really messed me up even though I still had a great time in co. Crested butte in particular was unbelievable. Brought my dog who is in great athletic shape and it still kicked his ass too. He kept trying to take a nap on the fire road you crashed on. Needless to say, he got a couple of rest days after that. (Proper precautions were taken before anyone comments. He gets proper rest and lots of food and we only rode a section of the trail)

[@andreabaz158]

Colorado is beutiful! Also, i like your unfiltered and honest videos, keep on riding and sharing!!!

[@craigblundell2031]

You're 1 in a million Yuka - love your videos 🙂

[@drworm7432]

Love this! The Colorado mountains are a different beast!!!

[@TheEpicBear851]

I love you guys videos 👍

[@stephendoggett190]

Love your makeup Yuka!

[@TheDavidjakeson]

That exact crash is super common here in Colorado. The loose-over-hard is out to get you around here!

[@WadeMade]

Yep, Broke my wrist slapping it against the hard ground at Sno Mass a few years back. With the big banked turns I thought I could rail them but the loose over hard got me.

[@Potz4pizza]

I can feel the exhaustion... we've all been there. I've made a habit of taking a longer break than I think I need while at the top these days...

[@UncleGeorgeTV]

Great to see a fresh video from you Sometimes we're just tired and need a short break try something new or different

[@victorhernandezespinosa8819]

I love you I love you Yuka!!! ❤

[@stevenshepperd1001]

Yuka your better than this don't let it get to you remember you are strong 💪

[@norco806]

I would still watch your videos even if they weren't mountain bike related btw. You're a great story teller.

[@clascaulfieldjr3653]

You’re in CO! You gotta visit Trestle this summer!

[@gnmatsu]

I love CO. This looks like Crested Butte in places. Especially 401 trail. And I think I saw 403 trail as well. Oh. And yes. Mind that front wheel and what it is doing. Glad you weren't more serious.

[@50whatnomadtravelnursemtb5]

I get the same way, I once stopped riding for a very long time, like 8 years....worst thing I ever did! I had to work all summer in Washington state, couldn't get motivated to ride in the winter there! Now I might have a week or 2 when I don't ride or feel miserable...that elevations really takes it out of you!!!

[@drmoynihan]

Yep!!! We live on Oregon at 359ft above sea level & are vacationing at sea level in Thailand. When we get back my buddies will want to ride our 2500ft peaks and it's barely possible. Having climbed Mt.Fuji twice and no matter what - altitude sickness just hits you. I can just imagine what the Colorado Rockies would do to me - that's why I will leave them to you!!!

[@kimweincek9019]

Yuka where are you riding in Colorado? I live here and there trails aren’t that good near me! Thx for your videos I love them!

[@hstravis]

Teocalli is in one of the most beautiful spots in Colorado.

[@cgriggsiv]

Yuka all I can say is Life throws you a curveball and you work your way through And then there's sometimes you throw yourself a curveball Given enough time you get out of that as well Keep up the good work and keep hanging on those handlebars You got this ❤

[@gethappycyclingcampingoutdoors]

Great video thanks ✌❤

[@chriswiles87]

As someone who's spent countless hours on both traditional and electric mountain bikes, I can wholeheartedly say that making the switch to an EMTB has transformed my riding experience. The difference it makes on long, challenging climbs is night and day, allowing you to enjoy the journey up as much as the ride down. What's more, the added assistance from the EMTB means you can comfortably wear extra protective gear, like knee pads, without feeling weighed down or restricted. From personal experience, the EMTB not only enhances your endurance but also opens up new trails and possibilities that might have seemed too daunting before. Trust me, it's a game-changer in the world of mountain biking.

[@webmenacee]

Lol not a real mountain biker 😂

[@김지수-f7e]

@@webmenacee So, Dh riders aren't mountain bikers? cuz we go up with a truck lol

[@danwebber9494]

Do you go the gym in an Ironman suit too? Then you can lift more without sweating.

[@igatuescaladatrekking7280]

Nice! 👏👏

[@VanGirlYuka]

It's called ”March of 365 steps (365歩のマーチ)" It's a old song and very popular in Japan!

[@nipd12]

you´re the best on youtube....

[@calebjohnson7264]

I've crashed super hard on that road coming down from Teocalli! It's loose!

[@VanGirlYuka]

I lost focus 😢

[@damienniotis7856]

That was a really dusty day at snowmass.

[@Lizzie_MTB]

It's always so disheartening when you crash on "the easy stuff" - it always seems to be where I get my worst injuries too 🤣

[@ericsharp5079]

Sometimes a little break is all you need! Is this Teocali Ridge trail?!

[@Sunshine-wn5ev]

Send it 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@plainuser48596]

Wish I was as good at this as Yuka is, guess there is only one way to go

[@HappyHands.]

I started laughing out loud with the grasshopper bit 🤣

[@VanGirlYuka]

I love that moment! It’s funny 🤣

[@michaelperry1210]

Glasshoppers, livers, dust, crunch. Oh my

[@gulfcitynd]

If you can walk away from the crash that'd always a good thing

[@VFXBishop]

Some rough days on the bike for sure, oof.

[@andyf3342]

I absolutely hate riding down fire roads, there’s something menacing about them.

[@richr7604]

Great video Yuka! But, where were your knee and elbow pads? Safety first..

[@TomCollins-c4h]

Do you think the slack head tube angle make you crash? Glad you're ok!

[@bigsid3011]

Damn gravity, it keeps pulling you off your bike.

[@s3l1m35]

I'm sorry Yuka, You're an amazing person and I appreciate your videos you make. Keep on rolling!!

[@smart_mushroom_]

I know this feeling lol

[@soup-rocket9865]

yukaさん、いつも日本語字幕を付けてくれて有難う御座います、英会話の勉強をしながら 楽しく動画を見ることが出来ていますｗ 今回の転倒災難でしたね、ですがあからさまに不機嫌になっていて笑ってしまいました 申し訳ないですｗ MTBの楽しさを日本に届けてくれてありがとうございます、おかげさまで私も MTB歴4年となりました。 そしてMTB雑誌で漫画も描くことになりました、何がどうなるか分からないものですねｗ これもyukaさんとericさんの動画を見たからです、心から感謝します。

[@VanGirlYuka]

うわっ、素晴らしいですね！その漫画ぜひ読んでみたいです✨オンラインで読めるようならぜひ教えてください！一緒にマウンテンバイクの面白さを日本に広めていきましょう😊 私、落ち込んだ時は何も話せなくなる人なのです🥲何か喋ったら泣きそうなので、無言になります笑 日本語字幕が役に立ってて嬉しい👍

[@soup-rocket9865]

@@VanGirlYuka お返事有難う御座います😄 読んでみたいなんて暖かいお言葉嬉しいです！ アドレスを貼ってしまうと問題があるかもなので、私のハンドルネームで検索して頂くと、pixivというサイトがヒットすると思うので、そちらで全話読めるようにしてあります☺ その中の「やまパ！」（Mountain＆Party!）という作品です。 これからもyukaさんの動画で楽しませてもらって、漫画やイラストで楽しさを表現させて頂きます！

[@soup-rocket9865]

@@VanGirlYuka 「やまパ！」で調べて頂くと読めるようになっております。 お暇な時に調べてみてくださいませ☺ これからも応援させて頂きますー！

[@dreemwalka]

Do you ride with cleats? Usually after the first crash you get a habit or putting your inside foot down around corners

[@donaldmcnulty]

Hi Yuka, How are you enjoying the states? No offense, I think Eric needs to watch out for you more. Both times you fell, he didn’t know.

[@michaelroy5989]

Eric, we see a bit of wisdom in your beard. :) I don't like seeing you crash Yuka. I hope you are well and that your morale is back on track.

[@weemankai]

With the amount of hiking/trekking/exploring you guys do, it makes me wonder why you wouldn't have ebikes. You guys could visit some serious places! Wouldn't be cheating, you'd just get further or explore more!

[@weemankai]

I reckon it would unlock your love for riding again/more! Certainly did for me!

[@VanGirlYuka]

Would be awesome! but the problem is charging. We can't charge 2 e-bikes in our van...

[@jazzechos1372]

That was like a washout just because ...

[@DomainionSB165]

Thats fast

[@jeffp5418]

Should have grabbed some of those air cans from the gas station they actually work pretty good

[@craigmckinnon242]

Is it the bike?. I don't remember you wiping out so much with your old bike. Why did you replace it?

[@sjaan7370]

Yeah, it's the wrong bike for her imho.

[@tedwingate]

@4:40, Eric making the assumption that you're still on speaking terms.

[@chrisikeuchi5167]

Ganbatte!!

[@GravelHerault]

I think you're ready to switch to gravel riding 😂 (welcome!)

[@casestudymtb]

When fun isn't fun any more.

[@zaynegrey7056]

How long does a climb like this take you guys

[@nathanbray334]

why no pads

[@foxykc]

Knee pads. Been there where down is down

[@jean-marcvienne]

Take while driving

[@cartermac1784]

Ya Colorado kinda kicks your but if you are traveling to ride but it is worth it

[@TheEpicBear851]

Hello :)

[@yashpatel261]

I will make sure to carry antiseptics and band-aid from now on. To help myself or someone else who needs it.

[@VanGirlYuka]

lol thanks 🤣👍

[@fade2k652]

When Yuka is quiet you know she ain't happy :)

[@VanGirlYuka]

Definitely not. I can’t speak🥲

[@cgriggsiv]

And please don't forget to wear your knee pads and elbow pads and shin guards They are extremely helpful

[@KeithLong-p6n]

No knee or elbow pads that's a no, no.

[@ColinP46]

You don’t seem as comfortable on this new bike compared to the Bronson.

[@ark530abe]

That trail on the ebike is the move. Teo Ridge is so fun

[@VanGirlYuka]

I saw many e bikers! And motos. They looked like having fun🤣

[@MarkSmith455]

That frame size still looks too big for you. And maybe some other tyre tread or gripper compound would help. I think you would also be better with 27.5” based on your riding style from watching your vids, as what you lose with rolling speed, you will gain with manoeuvrability and handling

[@Tobywan83]

06:08 MTB makeup?

[@hellojrod]

Someday you'll learn to use pads. Maybe you are just building scar tissue thick enough so when you crash it will provide protection. Ganbatte!

[@UncleGeorgeTV]

七転び八起き

[@MTB_Rider_96]

Yikes! No knee pads? I would rather have them and not need them, than need them and not have them.

[@kevinmortimer1883]

time to go emtb Yuka

[@pauleddy5146]

Yuka, looks like that bike does NOT agree with you. But if you decide you have no alternative except to keep it, may I suggest you learn to turn with your hips more. I understand how dusty and loose it was, but , something to think about. We all hate to see you bite the dust.

[@zacharypump5910]

Doesn’t mean it’s the bike …

[@JOEX0183]

I hate winter because I can’t watch new vids from you

[@redlegds_adventures]

Maybe just stick to bikepacking. Hope all is ok

[@szmano]

no knee pads, smart

[@official_lubadar9429]

wear knee pads all the time

[@hl4734]

Except for on XC days

[@ANEEthingNeverything]

Avid knee pad guy. Never know when you will fall. When you do you are protected.

[@jeffp5418]

100% it's not worth the months of regrowing skin on your knees even if you're doing street riding, modern knee pads are very comfortable

[@stanley909]

I never ride w/o my kneepads, added long sleeves and pants even though it's hot here in Asia, that extra protection goes a long way. Srsly, do everything to protect yourself especially when you are capable and you have the means of doing so.

[@9livesMtb]

Any time yer going down..or acting the fool..knee pads and helmet..full face depending the size of fool you gonna be😈💪💪

[@FlowFinderUSA]

Guys, no knee and elbow pads?! No Bueno.

[@edixrider1964]

[@webmenacee]

That guy seems tired of you lol