The King Has Come For Her Crown

Follow Isabel King and her small team up and over the hill on Saddle Peak Rd. This is the Strava segment they were targeting: / strava .
A really badass effort by Iz, you can tell how much this hurt by the top. Her time was one minute off the men's record held by Phil Gaimon, and she did some major damage to the women's times.
There is a second of footage missing at 11:28 due to a camera/memory card issue
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[@stevereaburn7626]

good to see the data overlays, power output, gradient etc on screen,

[@BrewsAndBraaps]

What overlay software is this?

[@brauljo]

Just missing meters per second :^(

[@iwanyarmastaja3072]

@@BrewsAndBraaps I need to on hero8 :)))

[@rlsoriano]

how do you incorporate the data on the video?

[@knorrcubes5184]

Bike computer i guess? Garmin bryton wahoo

[@nqdtv6030]

I feel out of breath just watching

[@simeonlionpawpeters4005]

😅🤣😂

[@tacconelli]

@Jon Leach sympathy. Human sympathy.

[@Falkirk1976]

Me too!!!!!!! Jajajajaj

[@basedaudio1]

Her breathing sounds painful

[@props651]

Iz: "A little slower." Guy up front: "C'mon Iz...! I love that shit. Got people believing in you, motivating you, pushing you. 🤘🏼👊🏼 Awesome effort. That was fun to watch.

[@king_iz]

😂😂 that was my favorite part too

[@MatthewNash92]

This is like cycling heaven, where are all the cars ? And the roads so smooth .... Nice.

[@JoshHarrisPhotography]

The Santa Monica mountains from the Palisades to Oxnard are filled with roads like this. You just have to be willing to climb. :)

[@TopherMoss]

I love how cordial she is. More riders should be encouraging other riders along the way.

[@SprayIgniteBoom]

Agreed! The 50 somethings here in Italy 🇮🇹 do the same as they pass me on the 8-10%s...I view it as an incentive to keep going!

[@swaggermcyoloftw6663]

This is awesome! Please more videos like this But my mom thinks im watching something else with that sound 😅

[@burgsproductions5655]

Phub

[@burgsproductions5655]

:cccccc

[@soukainaessaid3422]

Hhhhh

[@ricecrash5225]

Love the LACK of music. Hearing the calls, breathing and that sweet, sweet, semi-silent sound of a tuned drivetrain can’t be beaten. Awesome work.

[@eddycao]

Love the graphics on the right. Very cool. Very, very cool.

[@king_iz]

So much heavy breathing! 🥵😂 Thanks for the sweet edit Saf! All aboard the pain 🚂

[@travisstrickland2604]

So impressive, especially when you see it in person. So glad the internet gets to see this now too! Absolute gazelles, all of them. IZ, Joe, Taylor, Safa! 👏👏🥩👑

[@jackdresden1256]

Amazing overlay on the right! It's really very helpful to see all the information on the rider as the ride goes on. Great filming too! Thank you for the beautiful content

[@ChrisBermudo]

Their speed climbing is faster than my speed on flat road :D

[@Elias-jo1cc]

@Albi Losha Everybody starts somewhere, fitness is a personal journey

[@spaceUniverse2012]

I was noticing the same thing, man!

[@peterthibeaux2779]

@@Elias-jo1cc Facts.

[@peterthibeaux2779]

@Albi Losha Geez dude you serious?

[@markgeorge2200]

@Albi Losha bro they are doing like 15-20mph on the climb itself alot of road bikers average 20mph on a big flat ride here and if you are riding something like a mountainbike youll average like 15 mph

[@sitflyer2661]

Nice to see an epic climb for a change! Loved this one.

[@vickyhollingworth6078]

Wow what a rider! Love the way this is filmed too, props to safa!

[@user-cy9ob2gg1x]

my lungs burn just hearing her breathe

[@roddas26]

Thank you for all the on screen data. Awesome effort.

[@BrianDReyes-qz5ed]

damn, I finished 4 litres of water watching this video

[@django9858]

Great video as always, thanks SAFA 😎👍☘️

[@WillFaustCuber]

Holy shit she is strong! I would be dropped so fast on a ride like this. 😂

[@cycling9945]

😂

[@neinnein4450]

That effort was very impressive. It’s also a nice to see the uphill. Especially with the great data fields 👍

[@paulbradford6475]

I was wheezing too...watching the video. Great job, Isabel.

[@kimgaugemusic]

Phenomenal effort, and out of the saddle for a lot of it. Congrats!

[@alvin.holbrook]

KILLER work. stoked to be able to get out and ride later today, thanks y'all

[@wallacedavidg]

Great commentary, "Who's idea was this?" They said it would be easy, they said it would be fun.

[@yamamancha]

"Come out to the coast have a few laughs"

[@HumaneNewt]

Great video safa! Data overlay works really well

[@kenblair2538]

Absolutely, a great video. Thanks. KB

[@jacquesdemolay5171]

I watched Terry B's amazing livestream all afternoon, then as soon as he signs off, SAFA drops this for my evening entertainment. Nicely timed.

[@jaybawar31]

Please make more of these!!

[@salsalawyer]

+1

[@walthansen6333]

Wow..... going for a QOM and still says 'hey' to people she passes.... Now THAT'S class.

[@SAFABrian]

I was thinking that when I was filming. I try raise two fingers if I have the energy haha.

[@trilawyer643]

@@SAFABrian head nod is all I've got...

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

@@trilawyer643 my press fit BB says hi squeaksqueak 🤣

[@pauloh4571]

I love that I could hear her breathing. That's the kind of fire and will it takes to race your bike uphill and win QOM's. You are incredibly impressive, Isabel.

[@chrisfoote3775]

Great work. Teamwork!

[@ncr323]

Way to goooo congratulations on that effort.

[@buddhahat]

That was awesome, way to go Izzy! And the view 😍

[@lukass5190]

Amazing watch, crazy speed uphill and glad the King made it!

[@bboxxstance]

that rad bib gave her Speed +2

[@Nomgoose]

She smashed that. What an effort!

[@magpiedelish]

AWESOME job! Love her shorts.

[@granddolph]

I know right - is nobody going to comment on the amazing shorts or what!??

[@gazringgbgjgggg6697]

Awesome works, she’s brill, well done all involved .👍

[@shaft3160]

Beautiful landscape, love to see this videos

[@dmitrymalanda9278]

„Who‘s idea was this?“😁 That‘s me in the middle of every single KOM attempt over a minute long 😃 Good job!

[@izzyberenson7381]

Badass! Really nice work.

[@DDGB08]

They all did an amazing job..very inspirational.

[@rizkizoes8541]

Please make more videos like this. Epic

[@jcsrst]

Glad to know I'm not alone in breathing that heavy!! The only difference is I'm going MUCH slower!! Great job and congratulations to Isabel!!

[@jacquesdemolay5171]

Not to detract from this, but I had always assumed that KOM/QOMs were solo efforts. Is drafting common for these attempts?

[@PersonaN007Grata]

It's supposed to be but nowadays people break KOM's in groups so everyone else is doing it too. She even mentions it about Joe taking all the wind and he's an animal.

[@Turbo329]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@notreally2406]

If you're not team time trialing with a tailwind, you may as well sell your bikes.

[@Nahhnope]

Always a bummer to see happen.

[@AstroLaVista]

I was thinking that, but still a mightily impressive effort, she really did go for it!

[@Illogic69]

So strong, so so strong! Well done!!

[@popcornsamurai]

Watching these videos keeps me from overeating junk because it makes me remember how much I’ll pay for it on every climb.

[@sourlemon83]

great effort by her. socks are dope too

[@furyl1_neverz91]

Ascent disciple! Finally!

[@TimDehdari]

Am I the only one who noticed the two Ford GT's in the background when they reach the top? 14:06 Great powerrun btw goddamn and nice to see her encouraging people they pass

[@ross3946]

Honestly love this style of video with the data overlays. Also 2 Ford GTs at 12:20!

[@hayleycomet8029]

That was awesome and very inspiring!

[@rickiovine2170]

This is my 2nd “SAFA Brian” video and was wondering if the great experience that I had from the first one would continue, because, it is, after all, a pretty basic concept. Cyclists cycling. But, it is so much more! It got me pumped up again, and, now I know that I need to watch these before going on my rides. It is not so basic to film correctly. The cameraman needs to know cycling and to give us the feeling of being on the ride with them. And, the Strava data tucked in the corner is tremendously helpful to get the full appreciation of the terrain. Isabelle is one fine cyclist. I am sure that the Strava was her’s and she can sustain impressive wattage. To be at 15mph when the Strava hit 8% at that point in the effort is beyond my abilities (I know. So what?) I could not tell if descending is one of her strong points, but my thoughts (based on not much) was that it is not. But, it is plenty good enough. Lastly, she shows us guys how different women cyclists are. She was encouraging riders that they passed; she was acknowledging others on the road, and, at the end she was so humble. Even though her cycling is impressive, it is her awareness and kindness toward others that makes her special. This is a trait that women seem to have that tends to elude us men. I learned something from her that had nothing to do with her considerable cycling skills. I need to stop being so laser focused on average speed and the terrain just ahead of me. Acknowledge riders that I pass on the roads? Not me. No way. But, thanks to Isabel I am going to be more aware of what is around me, and, learn that suffering isn’t all that cycling is about.

[@richardmccaughey5928]

I used to ride all those climbs in the '80's and early '90's with the Marina del Rey Cycling Club. I don't remember Saddle being that developed. Iz climbs like my old friend Jonathon (who sadly is no longer with us). Out of the saddle for miles. Glad I found this. Most of your videos are hairy descents. I always liked the challenge and joy of climbing. By the way, my ex-wife lived just off Fernwood about two miles above Topanga.

[@marciomvp9458]

Wow, she is so strong!!!!! Putting all that power and still greeting other rides :)

[@dwighty825]

Thanks for posting!! I’m a weekend warrior and will be down for a few more months due to injury. Your ride was very motivating, even through the breathing!!

[@steezymtb5876]

Sick effort, almost makes me wish we had mountains here as well. Then again, my legs and lungs are probably happy we don't. XD

[@Mokhtartba]

that Lady is Inspiring us! and my lungs works during watching this video! this is Amazing and a lot of power !!!!!

[@laopang91362]

That is incredible performance!

[@najiinaj8263]

Wow that was amazing 👏

[@BetterBeerBlog]

I... would be okay watching more climbing videos. Decent Disciples and Ascent Acolytes! I'm jealous of watching everyone riding. The wildfires up in Norcal are wild. There's one directly east to where I live and air quality is garbage. I'm counting down the days until I can get back on the road.

[@SAFABrian]

Wait for the new gravel series to drop. You're gonna dig it. Up and down 😊🙃

[@cahal]

Absolutely insane riding - incredibly impressive.

[@annemelo2571]

Damn she is freaking strong! love it!! and----- finally a girl on that road and also women watching your videos (channel) can see that we can also be as strong as the boys and keep up with them and also to bring more lightness, (c'mon, girls do that) oh I even feeling more motivated! lol Oh I like very much: "hey" to people she passes.. THAT'S class and nice. PS: Love the graphics on the right, super cool. Thank U Safa ;) U rock

[@dwaynedwayne7951]

Pretty impressive. What's even more impressive is that guy up front pulling you along the whole time. You should have to do it alone to claim a title.

[@sanestflexican]

Safa now I need to take a day off to recover just from watching lmao, great effort!

[@siskokidd]

For 10 years I lived in Topanga Canyon. Fernwood to Saddle Peak was one of my regular routes. Dreamy riding.

[@roadglide]

Awesome! Well done.

[@CHIP543]

Прекрасные затяжные подъемы с полочками . 👏👏👏

[@ronpagtalonia1908]

awesome job!!

[@murcielago188]

This is not fair. it is supposed to be a solo effort!

[@tpickering99]

Yep, easy to get KOMs when drafting.

[@krazed9918]

You'd have to take most likely 80-90% of KOM/QOMs off of Strava in popular segments then.

[@brianbrooks9361]

@@krazed9918 not true

[@Bayo106]

@@brianbrooks9361 very true

[@bacformwork1223]

Todd it didn’t look easy to me mate

[@cartracer64]

very impressive, you rock girl!!

[@JOTAGOMEZ23]

Amazing video! 👌👏👏👏👏👏

[@geesco9513]

Great ride!!

[@quokkaYT]

She is freaking strong!

[@ACOG7ORGUK]

Well Done, great job

[@danielfcoronado49]

great job... love how the lead guy kept looking back not to drop her... good job team

[@strongarm_aus5486]

Great content. Nice one.

[@MfATALAY16]

awesome guys very good ride congratulations

[@Z-AKSOY]

Absolutely perfect 👌

[@Saledburnette]

I'm still watching, wondering when she's gonna take a turn... 🤔

[@NeoPayneHK]

i dont think so when you see her keep standing up the two lead-up are beast~~~

[@Saledburnette]

@@NeoPayneHK I mean, it isn't quite the same thing if you're being towed up... she beat it by 2 mins so she definitely could have made it a team effort is all im saying

[@NeoPayneHK]

@@Saledburnette agree about team effort~ i think the best chance she can take a turn is on the descent almost at last

[@audieali9556]

Respect she road flat out the entire time!!!! It doesn’t matter about your breathing. You have the best attitude and wicked fast.

[@blaizejay]

A fully assisted QOM right here... She could have pulled through for the last couple 100m's to make it slightly more legit I feel.

[@blaizejay]

Also, before the 'Leadout Brigade' tries to tell me otherwise, I'm pretty sure Phil Gaimon gets all of his KOMs unassisted and solo. So why is this OK?

[@SAFABrian]

No that's not true. I link to his vids where he is assisted in another comment reply.

[@thetechfromheaven]

That shit was TIGHT , never lower than 70rpm cadence, just savage

[@SkinnyPorkBelly]

This video motivated me to smash some local segments the next morning, lotta of PRs but then my quad exploded😂😂😂

[@MrPaanhoskins]

Outstanding , from a beginner, truly inspiring , climb like a god

[@ikarusungunlugu7530]

ohaaa amazing bravo and brava bro's!

[@thrill_seeker8498]

Now lets do it with the huge benefit of the front riders draft.

[@egigstertroll3521]

Impressed with the hill climb speed.

[@tuvalrodriguezmejia9119]

Beautiful!

[@mohammedmidlaj4623]

Good ride👍👍✌️

[@madyogi6164]

Nice climb. I wonder If down the hill is so much breath-taking as well... xD Thx for sharing...

[@maxjenkins6193]

Thats some crazy high wattage, good effort

[@craigm5713]

That was awesome

[@ccdin1]

good team effort

[@kroeff_san]

Insane 🔥🔥🔥

[@lacyclist78]

You are passing people like they're standing still... and they would pass me like I was standing still!

[@rawtoast5066]

And you would pass me like im standing still because i probably would be standing still taking a break

[@egigstertroll3521]

Saw a video on trying to keep the chain straight and not shifting under load. I think that will help me and also keep my drivetrain longer

[@elmerrichardson6413]

Damn Isabel! You put in work today. Now go, enjoy the descent!

[@elmerrichardson6413]

All hail the Queen!

[@ahmettopal6301]

More climbing video please 😇👏👏👏

[@kenblair2538]

I had to watch this a 2nd time, it was soooo fun. SAFA, your amazing in your own rights. Question, why was she carrying water on a short effort. ? At 1.87lbs/bottle, her "guys" should have that delegation . Again, that was a beautiful climbing effort . KB.

[@SAFABrian]

How many seconds do you think that could have save her, 1 or 2? Next time we'll make Joe put them in his jersey pockets.

[@kenblair2538]

@@SAFABrian Might have pushed that record up , making it harder to break.KB