Revisiting my Childhood Skatepark - Louisville Kentucky!

We visit my hometown of Louisville Kentucky to ride my favorite spots from when I was growing up, and also visit my friends Brad Vetter and Jeral Tidwell to check out their amazing art studios and find out how they make a living!
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[@PorterMTB]

Here's the link to the merch! Thank you all for the amazing support! cognativemtb.com/collections/portermtb-collection

[@owenmarrie3717]

That’s so cool!

[@maydayarcanemusic]

Oi if I knew someone is famous as you was going to be down there I would have made my way to ya

[@maydayarcanemusic]

Me and my friends are usually down there and a lot of the times we go down there participating in the bike meets

[@Sugi-iv1mi]

It’s a great day, first thing in the morning and berm peak and porter MTB post Edit: thanks for all the likes guys 🙏🏻

[@grahamarkell8078]

Same

[@StankySam]

💯

[@parkerlovell1675]

Same just came from that vid haha

[@Sugi-iv1mi]

@@parkerlovell1675 same lol

[@gavinhopper1682]

Yes sirrr

[@minimtb3154]

KZbin is definitely more important than Spanish class!

[@Lucas-hk6gn]

Yup

[@JonnyDiggit]

Or math class when you don't understand what's going on 👀

[@Lucas-hk6gn]

No... just school in general bois

[@minimtb3154]

There is really no point in Spanish class! Spanish class should be swapped out with a Mountain Biking class or something!

[@ThatAverageMTBer]

@@minimtb3154 ya I enjoy my French classes tho

[@brendancory1459]

Who else loves how porter and seth have been posting the same day! I love your videos porter.

[@PorterMTB]

Thank you!!

[@T-bros]

Owen, you are HILARIOUS 😆

[@danthuente]

I know right?

[@t-brosgaming2863]

Totally!

[@christiaanoberholzer7655]

Eric and Seth have inspired me to pick up my bike and start riding it like I used to. You guys have also caused me to spend a lot money on bikes but I have earned more joy than from any other activity that I can think of. Keep up the great work.

[@PorterMTB]

That's great to hear, mountain biking has made my life better as well!

[@timmyfranks4087]

Porter Seth GMBN Crafted workshop Mandalorian Friday Take that COVID. We still have good days

[@PorterMTB]

It's a great day!

[@timmyfranks4087]

@@PorterMTB except for the fact that I just got back from a ride and may have a broken leg now😂🤣

[@PorterMTB]

@@timmyfranks4087 haha for real?? Hope not, that sounds super painful!

[@timmyfranks4087]

@@PorterMTB yah for real, feeling better now tho😄 edit: turns out not broken😀😀

[@VlogEpicness]

Amazing park,... and you pretty much had it all to yourself 👍🏻

[@PorterMTB]

Yeah we got lucky, went first think in the morning when it was chill!

[@user-qf9ix4xx9x]

I live in Kentucky but I live 2hours away from Louisville. I got a 24 inch for Christmas I have been jumping it but it is a trail bike. I also ride dirt bikes

[@ClaypitMTB]

I saw that Berm Peak posted and that you posted and I had no clue who to watch first😂

[@PorterMTB]

That's a good problem to have!

[@profesam8457]

I am really enjoying your videos. I love the family dynamic and admire your positive and humble attitude. Watching your videos is so much better for me than what some of the other creators are offering me. THANK YOU!!!

[@PorterMTB]

Thank you so much!

[@SuperRiderTV]

So many good memories at that skatepark with you! I thought it had been torn down, relieved to see that it's still going strong!

[@PorterMTB]

Yeah for sure!! It's even better than when we used to ride there!

[@ItsDaJax]

Nope, as you can see; they expanded it a few years ago. Currently the doors to the bathroom are welded shut.

[@Dedmine]

bro porter and seth is all I need to get through this virus :)

[@PorterMTB]

We got you!! 👊

[@artboytidwell]

Awesome! Thanks for having me along for the fun. Louisville is such a Great place for bikes and art, we love it here.

[@PorterMTB]

I'm so glad this all worked out, we've had a lot of good times over the years, let's keep it rolling!

[@adventures_with_ezra]

you guys should've checked out O'bannon state park its not far from lousville (like an hour, its in indiana) i live super close to it and could've shown you guys around. the trails there are amazing. Great video by the way, love to see familiar places.

[@PorterMTB]

I know, we really wanted to, but we ran out of time! Next Louisville visit we'll go there for sure!

[@jocelynmendez2721]

This is one on the coolest family’s on earth!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks for another great stop on the roadtrip. Your videos always have that good balance of schtick, realness, information, and action.

[@PorterMTB]

Good to hear, glad you're enjoying the vids!

[@thatbikeguy4800]

Bearm Peak and Porter MTB posted today , thats the dream

[@lukewilson9828]

Last week Single Track posted and Seth and Porter in the same day and I almost shit myself

[@Lucas-hk6gn]

Ha ha

[@thatbikeguy4800]

ok that us cool

[@PorterMTB]

It's a great day!

[@lynxg4641]

I'll say it again, way to be raising those boys, teach them that most of the time, things don't come easy and require hard work, keep em climbing and riding those rocky, rooty tech trails to earn the fun descents. Sweet logo your friend came up with, really think it encases you and your personality - trail work is as important as trail riding.

[@PorterMTB]

Good to hear I'm not the only one who feels that way with the hard work! Glad you like the logo too, Jeral is amazing, took a while to get it refined to where it is now!

[@levigardner3695]

The sound of the tires is so satisfying

[@andrescottin8102]

What a great family. Those kids are lucky to grow up like this.

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks! They are very lucky

[@henning5143]

Your kids are so adorable. It's so great to watch your family riding together and having so much fun. Thanks for letting us take part in your MTB life. All the best from Germany :)

[@PorterMTB]

Thank you! I hope to be able to visit Germany again one day!

[@EpicMTB]

This is great! The last video was insane and this one is too! Seth has posted too so I’ll check that out!

[@oldshovel]

Awesome friends. I love the shirts and hoodies

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks! Those are some really good friends doing amazing stuff.

[@owenmarrie3717]

Your channel is awesome!

[@TWRX_Chuck]

As someone with the last name of Porter, hell yeah im buying some merch!

[@PorterMTB]

Rad!!! Great name!

[@rachelpanth5527]

Is so great to see you getting out on the bikes with your family! Maybe I should start giving it a shot! Great video

[@PorterMTB]

Do it!! Just remember to have patience and keep it fun, especially with different ability levels.

[@Erik-py4jm]

Great video! As a father of a 1 year old I love the family aspect you bring to your videos! You do a great job teaching and training your sons! My daughter is getting a balance bike for Christmas so 🤞 she enjoys biking!

[@PorterMTB]

That's so awesome, kids are lucky to start on balance bikes!

[@jcsrst]

Nice looking merch! I am loving this series! So nice to see the different places your going and how you and your family all get along. As an artist I LOVE that you are sharing the importance of art with them!!

[@PorterMTB]

Thank you! It's been a fun series to talk about art a bit more, and really cool to showcase the artists!

[@easycountrygardens2001]

Tarzan, my son, spent SO many hours at the Louisville Skate Park. He was staple there. He loved that place, and the people of Louisville. #ILOVEYOUJOSHUA

[@TheRadar2819]

Another truly inspirational video. I cant wait to show my son this one. He loves skateboards and drawing

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks! Your son sounds awesome!

[@TeddyParker]

Proud dad moments... (Driving) "Hey kids look out the window... it's a big thing!"

[@PorterMTB]

Hahaha exactly!

[@JustJake77]

Love that your showing others who are following their passion... Anyone who follows their true path, will always live a content life... Great episode!

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks, I agree!

[@headshotsdsm5430]

Really enjoy seeing the family trip. Thanks for introducing us to Tidwell awesome artist

[@beckettvanhee1331]

Those art studios were awesome, and I just put a porter mtb hoodie on my Christmas list!

[@PorterMTB]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@LP3Films]

Brad and Jeral seems like such a chill dudes I loved their energy

[@kel5944]

It was great to see you riding Cherokee. I was there yesterday.

[@CinimodMG]

Was there last week! Love it!

[@PorterMTB]

I love that place, spent so much time riding there growing up!

[@scottpink2013]

I'll say this every time I watch your videos, absolutely the best dad ever and such a good person!

[@adamgroves4135]

Wow that merch looks sickk. Congrats Eric!

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks, glad you like it!

[@bigmantomatohead3348]

Love these full family vids!

[@rasmusadventures6070]

That’s a really nice logo! Big up to the artist! :-)

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks! Jeral is really good

[@hxcdynasty]

Just ordered a shirt! I absolutely love your channel! I have recent broken my foot while riding. Watching your videos is keeping my spirits high!

[@PorterMTB]

Oh no, hopefully it heals fast! Glad I can help with the recovery with the videos!

[@johnregel]

Your videos are so wholesome and honest. I can’t wait til my kids are old enough to shred. Great job to both Milo and Owen for clearing that big table!

[@JaredEnglert]

Eric, next time you come home, make sure you do it when the Silo Center Bike Park is open! Not sure if you've been able to ride it yet, but it's a blast. Less techy than Cherokee/Seneca, but some great jump lines, and next to several multi use flowy trails.

[@PorterMTB]

I got to ride Silo a year ago actually, it was awesome!

[@wheeler1234]

I love how he is able to make a living out of riding with his kids!! That is so cool!!

[@dudeman9119]

Riding bikes together might be one of the best ways to spend time and relate to your kids.

[@beaugan7821]

Thank you for doing this videos! About six months ago I had depression and I wouldn't do anything i just sat inside looking at youtube but then I saw this channel so I decided to by a bike and go outside and now I ride my bike everyday. Thank you!

[@terrydavis7389]

another great video, so great to you get to do wat you love with the family

[@gabrielwolfe-nobaddays-8456]

Awesome cant wait for the next video! Super cool merchandise!

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks!! Glad you're into it!

[@maxmajors9480]

Mountain Biking in Kentucky is never talked about. If its on your way you should stop in Lexington Ky (where I live). The mountain biking scene there is growing like crazy. A good place to check out if u go is West Sixth Farm. Great new trails, a brewery, and great people who know what they're doing!

[@PorterMTB]

That sounds amazing, I'd love to check it out.

[@kawman415]

YES!!! Memory Lane sir....my hometown, grew up racing BMX @ Tom Sawyer and I remember that skate park when there was zero graffiti! My wife and I recently got into MTB and did Seneca trail by the golf course. Can’t wait to get back and see family. Stumbled onto your channel checking out Bentonville, it’s great info and great entertainment. Your boys crack us up! Maybe we’ll see you out on the trails! If you ever hit some Florida tracks that is.

[@PorterMTB]

That's awesome, I raced out at Tom Sawyer a bit too, and was there when they built the skatepark. The new addition makes it even better! I'd love to come ride Florida sometime, hopefully we can make it happen!

[@tom.allez2134]

This was an awesome video. Inspirational in so many ways as far as family time, bike riding and my fav... art. And most of all just going all out and doing what you love. Can’t wait to show this to my son

[@PorterMTB]

That's what I was going for, glad it came through in the video. Thanks for watching!

[@mattroy8629]

I never had the chance to have kids. And never really reggreted it until now haha. Only started MTB at 40. And watching you being the awesome dad you are with your two little shredders, I can tell you, If i was to be a dad I hope I would be just like you.

[@PorterMTB]

Haha that's funny. It's pretty fun sharing it with them, cool to pass it on.

[@dnbcricket]

Thanks for sharing. I don't think I've seen a mountain bike video inspiring us to aspire to chase our dreams and develop or talents in other fields of interest. You always hear the expression to be happy... do what you love. This trip showed us great examples of folks doing just that.

[@PorterMTB]

Glad you liked it! I think it's cool to show that it is possible to chase your dreams and make it work!

[@K2Rclan2]

I recently went back and watched a bunch of your old video's. It's very cool to see that you are progressing as a film maker! I love your content, keep it up!

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks, I really appreciate that! I try hard to get better with each video!

[@ThatAverageMTBer]

The trails look fun

[@U.F.O_0908]

I love hoodies too, even when it's not winter time!!!

[@jezuzizkool]

went right out and bought a piece of art from Jeral Tidwell! What great work he produces!

[@lamefart8831]

You're an awesome rider, father, and person in general, Eric! It also showed with your friends, great passionate friends! Yall are inspiring! 👍👍

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks!! Great user name too 😂

[@lamefart8831]

@@PorterMTB you're welcome and thank you. Hahaha! That's a homage to William Wallace.. William Wall-ass. 😂

[@gardentractorgarage]

So happy to see you guys stop by my home state! Kentucky Has a hope for mountain biking scene

[@randyabad9771]

First timer here and I love the content. I hope to ride with my little girl soon.

[@PorterMTB]

That's awesome, welcome aboard! You are gonna have so much fun with her!

[@MichaelBrown-wt2pq]

Really love this video!! Eric super inspirational! Meeting your artist friends and getting in touch with how and where. “It” all began. And and to meet these amazing and incredibly talented friends who followed their passions in life in such interesting ways. Simply a rad group of dudes...

[@PorterMTB]

Glad you liked it! Definitely had a good time seeing my friends and showing everyone what they do.

[@gordonnichols8096]

This is awesome!! So inspiring. Chase the dream!!

[@kolleykibber7807]

One of the best videos I have ever seen on YT, thank you guys.

[@lbedits211]

Thats a great vlog roadtrip looks so fun!

[@gregbeasley2657]

Love the family trip series!

[@isaacwardle7839]

Love these videos!

[@roydenny1076]

Awesome seeing my hometown featured! Cherokee is where I learned to ride in my early twenties. One of my boys wanted to ride the skate park with you guys. He’s not riding yet, but this certainly inspired him

[@RiggsRides]

It’s always cool to go back where you learn to ride. Also cool to go back to old friends. Great video as always!🤘

[@PorterMTB]

Yes! Thank you!

[@dylanyeo1631]

Awesome vid eric, looking forward the berm peak one!

[@GMK28]

Love this What a great start with berm peak and now Porter MTB!! This is my favorite channel. Someday I hope to be as great of a dad as you are! such goals

[@PorterMTB]

Wow, that means a lot!! Thank you! You will be a great dad!

[@GalacticWoodsman]

Incredible content Eric! Stoked on this and hope the merch does super well for you!

[@AdamBantonRides]

Super cool to see this Eric. great job

[@thetalkingfly]

so Good!!!!!!!!!

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks Steve!!

[@AdamBantonRides]

Also your friends make really cool stuff....the printing press is so rad.

[@StevenBagley]

This was so great! Gotta get one of those shirts!

[@Lucas-hk6gn]

This is such a great video you are one of my idols you are so good at biking and have also such great kids too! Keep making great videos and thanks for the new video!

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks, we will!!

[@jdmChip]

Great stuff, thank you for posting to the local Ky ride page!

[@PorterMTB]

I hope to get back to Louisville more to ride with everyone!

[@ratowner5721]

Looks so fun, I aspire to be like you guys. Love the content and keep it flowing

[@prophecyhawk]

memento mori❤️

[@SpaghettioH]

Cool to see this is the park you grew up riding at, Ryan Williams just visited and loved it!

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Another great video! That skatepark in Louisville is legendary. I can't believe how empty it was.

[@PorterMTB]

It is legendary, we hit it first thing in the morning so it would be chill. Had it all to ourselves!

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@@PorterMTB That's awesome!

[@gettin-sendy]

The Tee's came up awesome, great work guys.

[@janvandenkieboom4474]

diiiiiggg this episode. loved the prelude of "Art you can ride" from last episode

[@stevewestoverrocks]

When you say "it's cool to make things with your hands" I totally get a mister rogers vibe. These videos are amazing! Awesome work.

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks Steve! Good to hear from you!

[@Typeshitttt]

Its so cool watching you in my town😃

[@PorterMTB]

Louisville is great!

[@wenksta10]

Dude shirts are rad! Fun watching the development and process of creating the press!

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks Bryce!!! Hope you're well, can't wait to see you again!

[@amargnwalkr]

Another awesome video Eric! Love the merch! Hope to get one soon.

[@PorterMTB]

Thanks!!

[@MichaelEdlin542]

This channel is so wholesome, I aspire to have the same relationship with my future kids as you do with yours!

[@CheckTh1s]

I had a good day today so I subscribed. Do not regret it, keep up the good work guys.

[@PorterMTB]

That's great, welcome aboard! Hope you're day keeps getting better!

[@mtbarchaeology]

I live in Utah now, but I may be moving to the Louisville area soon! Every time I go out there I just want to build more and more trails! Loved the video man. Love your wholesome content. Keep it up!

[@flipjack534]

I love your videos I cant wait to start riding again

[@ItsDaJax]

I think I was in middle school when they built the skate park. I was always down there on mtbs and cruisers. I'm still here in louisville, trying to find my way to be somebody. Good to see a fellow Louisvillian that made it. Too bad Falls City Community Bike Works has been closed practically all year, I used to volunteer a lot there. A guy who used to volunteer there; Drew Echelbeger had cycled all over America and some of Mexico like two years ago. My biggest feat was riding a beach cruiser to Lex. Well, I was glad to see this pop up in my feed. Take care, man.

[@damarapoledna3636]

love your content, Eric, keep up the quality work😀

[@carter_durlacher]

The skate park looks so cool. Great riding

[@whatster8521]

Lucky kids...being taught to turn passions into a living. Wish I'd learnt that at a young age. Good on you Mr P

[@rwogmtb-ridingwitholdguy]

Just loving this channel, jealous of your trip, so cool.

[@markbruce8145]

Loving the content with the kids, me and my 12 year old son are just getting into mountain biking in the UK so it’s great to pick up tips and ideas etc.

[@PorterMTB]

That's awesome, you're gonna have so much fun with him!

[@BenKickert]

Heck yeah! More WKU connections!

[@John-cz3gt]

Amazing video the best family .

[@jacksonmtb6603]

Super cool! That looks like a great place to grow up! 👍🙂

[@PorterMTB]

It really is a good place to grow up

[@jacksonmtb6603]

@@PorterMTB sick 👍🤙

[@frankenclouds5740]

Punk and skatepark go together like afterwork brew and youtubes🤘🍺 Skateboarding and punk music in highschool have def shaped my interests throughout the rest of my life thus far. Also chris stapleton and jason isbell 🎸 🎸 🤠🤠🤘🤘 Alkaline trio!

[@PorterMTB]

I agree on all those! We need to hang out sometime!

[@JGeddes2]

Late comment but I live in Louisville and it’s amazing to think that the guy that got me into mtb grew up there

[@PorterMTB]

What's up! Louisville is a great place to grow up riding, lots of good spots. Hope we get to shred one day!

[@JGeddes2]

I usually ride at turkey run park they have great trails there hope I see you one day too ❤️