San Diego’s gnarliest MTB trails - Teds, reviewed and survived.

San Diego’s gnarliest MTB trails, Teds reviewed and survived with my specialized turbo Levo 2022 3rd gen.
Trail reviewed is called Circus Circus, it’s a black diamond trail like most out there. Not for beginner mountain bikers. A lot of rock rolls, drops, and jumps.
The real Teds, not just videos of expert riders hitting gnarly jumps.
Average mountain biker trail review. 
#mtb #levoturbo #specialized #gopro #emtblife #goprohero12 #sandiegomtb #emtb #gopropov #trailreview
San Diego has trails that will please all riders from the most beginner to those seeking more adventure. Experiences can be had from the coast, to the inland foothills to the wooded forests of Mount Laguna to the Anza Borrego Desert. Most riding areas in San Diego are a combination of singletrack and fireroads to provide connectivity. Head to Penasqutios Canyon and you'll find a variety of trails that are good for beginner and intermediate riders. Head to Black Mountain if you like the more rocky, technical trails with healthy dose of elevation, and go to Lake Hodges (San Dieguito River Park) if you're into a mix of the aforementioned riding areas. A little over an hour from downtown San Diego will get you to the Cleveland National Forest, featuring Noble Canyon, one of SoCal's best downhill trails. Cuyamaca State Park also offers some awesome singletrack and vistas as well.

[@rolpal619]

That’s how I feel going to Tunnel 4 my first time during my 1st year on MTB. I’m going slow. I’m all by myself during a weekday.

[@bikeempowerment]

Yeah, I hear ya. The trails at Ted’s are no joke.

[@MuchGrooove]

That big rock on circus is rollable but it’s definitely a surprise the first run down lol I’ve still yet to clean the section right after that though, it’s real tricky.

[@bikeempowerment]

I hear you. Tricky and intimidating in spots. How long have you been riding Teds?

[@Steven-mz2xj]

Good video.. send it!

[@bikeempowerment]

Oh yeah, I was sending it! 😂

[@dougnoel3745]

I grew up across the street started pushing my bmx bike up the fire roads in 74 I switched to a 3 speed Murray beach cruiser about 79 then mountain bikes about 86 no suspension rim brakes 1.9 tires we didn't build trails till the 90's.

[@bikeempowerment]

Awesome I’ve seen a big change in the past 10 years. But you must be like 😮

[@SprSonik13]

my 2 worst modern era crashes (almost 54, been mtn biking since the late 80s) were at Ted’s. A wipeout on the berms on a test ride that ended in a broken wrist and a new Yeti when I got back from urgent care the next morning. Then a fantastic fall off Bowel Movement when I was following a guy in to watch his line, and had told him I was not going to ride the feature because I had pushed my technical luck for the day. The rock had other plans for me, along with an evil since of humor.

[@bikeempowerment]

I hear you. I broke my foot on Iola Way 1.5 months ago. Teds is no joke, those rock roles can go bad very fast. Where else do you ride?

[@d-latz_mtb]

These are not the gnarliest in San Diego, but they are proper spicy! 🌶️

[@bikeempowerment]

Oh boy, these are gnarly enough for me. What trails would you say is more?

[@d-latz_mtb]

@@bikeempowerment there are some trails built in north county by some pro downhill racers and they make Teds look like a walk in the park lol. Not saying Teds is easy by any means. Everything there is a black and above for sure. Most of the trails I’m talking about are “secret” lol. I’m sure if you ask around in your circle, someone will know about the trails I’m talking about.

[@bikeempowerment]

I think I’ll pass on the double black secret trails.

[@michaelbeeman4151]

Im in PQ. My friends and i are all on emtbs and ride PQ, Ted Williams, Black Mtn all the time. we would love to join you.

[@bikeempowerment]

Cool, see if you can add me as a friend on Strava strava.app.link/1K2lbi5e1Lb My Strava name is Chris Bling Bikeempowerment

[@michaelbeeman4151]

@@bikeempowerment i sent a friends request Mike BeemN

[@bikeempowerment]

Got it

[@hardmtnbiker]

Just “ride YOUR ride” those trails look really nice. I would just get to know them better and you should be able to clean some of those rough sections.

[@bikeempowerment]

For sure, I ride to my comfort level. 😊 thanks for the advice.

[@76vetten]

Where n San Diego? Pine Valley? Great video. You make it look easy.

[@bikeempowerment]

🙏 Teds is just west of Poway and east of the 15 freeway. maps.app.goo.gl/ag5xiCAwEfyD7yQa8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

[@76vetten]

@@bikeempowerment Thanks for the areal. Fantastic. I moved a year ago from living on the preserve. Lots of fun trails there. Those bridges are awesome. I’ve not seen those. I saw the MTB sport start. The Mountain Bike Warehouse are my tenants in PB. I still ride my Gary Fisher full suspension bike they gave me. I’m too old for what you do. I’ll stick to your videos.

[@bikeempowerment]

Thanks appreciate it. I am friends with guy on Strava that is 75 years old. We met once on the trail and he is a beast…

[@johnhaugie4555]

Your commentary is classic! Thank you!!

[@bikeempowerment]

Thanks, it quickly turned out to be chaotic jabbering on my part 🎉 and more of a fun vid instead of a review.