This Bike Park Is Just Built Different!

Windrock Bike Park has earned its reputation for being the gnarliest mountain bike parks in the U.S. and has become the training grounds for the fastest mountain bike racers in the Country. It's home to some of the steepest natural MTB trails, while having some of the big jumps in the southeast. There aren't many bike parks that intimidate me, but this one does because I know it can easily end your riding season. The last time I rode at Windrock Mountain Bike park was 4 years ago, and I wasn't even on my own bike.
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[@Sadokist]

I love it. Shows up. No warm up. Straight into a blind race. What a legend.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

You can't script this stuff. I honestly couldn't process what exactly clay had said about the race until It was too awkward to back out. 🙃

[@SecretSpots]

@@SkillsWithPhil That is frikken epic Phil! I'm in NJ, I hope to do a lap with you one day if you're in the neighborhood! 🤙

[@goneflying140]

Wow, you are human. You actually crashed in this video and kept it in there. Thanks for keeping it honest for people like me who crash literally every time they go riding! I'm had to become my own bike mechanic to keep the repair costs down. I Love your videos. They inspire me to keep riding, even though I suck compared to you. I have learned some things just watching you ride, and it has helped me become a better rider.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

I crash way more than people think. It comes with the territory. :)

[@goneflying140]

@@SkillsWithPhil It sure does. At least for me, and I don't do jumps or stunts. At 53 I am just happy to be in the trails.

[@fourutubez7294]

@@goneflying140 I'm 56 and think the same as you !

[@KelpStalker]

@@fourutubez7294 My buddy kept insisting I watch Phil - he's 54 - I'm 56 - while Phil is till a young gun he comes across as a down to earth guy who just likes to ride.

[@jburch47]

@@KelpStalker no

[@topspot4834]

"Bars are definitely ... They might actually be bent." _Proceeds to ride full speed hitting everything in sight!!_ *LEGEND*

[@SingleTrackMind207]

Bars may have been 1% bent...

[@shreddersinc9317]

Full speed?! That was merely 10% power

[@stevem9191]

and loose lol

[@topspot4834]

@@shreddersinc9317 good point!

[@anitaspam7767]

Absolute madlad!

[@scrappyhustler7467]

I love how even though Phil bent his bars he continued to send it down the mountain the rest of the way absolute mad man!

[@topspot4834]

Lol seriously ... At Windrock no less 😂 I noticed a slight crack in mine at Mountain Creek and went down as slow as possible. He's amazing

[@andreighimisi3439]

Let's not forget he sent crab apple hits on a trail bike

[@jacobeastham9505]

Lol the camera doesn’t do Windrock’s steepness justice, my worst fall there was trying to walk down. He was better off on the bike lol

[@skistudios5649]

spoiler

[@copperboltwire320]

@@skistudios5649 only a spoiler if you read the comments BEFORE the video ends...

[@cheetochaprides7632]

As soon as I saw that kid Bryson do the first couple jumps I said to myself we'll be seeing more of him in future, kids got potential!

[@anthonychen9060]

apparently the kid is #1 for his age group in US downhill 🤔

[@cheetochaprides7632]

@@anthonychen9060 wouldn't surprise me dude

[@emilkolinski]

huge potential there

[@red_3423]

@Zacattac Gaming *animations*

[@cammackey8259]

That kid is fucking sick

[@chromeunboxed]

Thanks for the shout-out! It was awesome to meet you! Keep up the good work 🙌

[@chromeunboxed]

Also, you make these trails look easy!!

[@gunklejay]

Cool seeing that Bellarmine jersey. Just down the street from me.

[@RD1R]

I love that Phil found a youtuber friend to "talk shop" with. 🤣

[@jimmymac63]

I don't use Chrome books, but I sub'ed anyway!

[@outdooradventures1361]

You are not the real Chrome

[@topspot4834]

18:09 for anyone that hasn't been to Windrock, that landing Bryson hit is ridiculously far. Amazing a kid that young could get that kinda distance ... I'll remember him from this video when he turns pro in a few years.

[@brycegilmore4499]

Yeah Bryson is crazy good. Every time I ride with him he gets better and is probably better than me even though I’m older. We will definitely be hearing from him in a few years.

[@jburch47]

who?

[@jburch47]

asked

[@Cash469]

@@jburch47 your supposed to wait until someone responds to say the asked part

[@avc8130]

Phil: I'll give him a little space.... 2 mins later Phil: I need to stop talking... That kid's got skills!

[@ww8wv1]

That young fella is going to be a big time rider one day. Great that you gave him your time!

[@Friskee62]

He already is...

[@ww8wv1]

@@Friskee62 agreed… as soon as I hit send on the comment I knew I had misspoken. Young fella can flat out ride!!!

[@flannelpocket9168]

I agree

[@SirJebusHRM]

Honestly, feels more like the kid was the one giving away his time.

[@danieldwyer]

Mad respect for the kid and his dad. That is definitely old school parenting. Your kids can't develop any talents if you shelter them too much.

[@zzzzzU123]

Hs

[@johnjohannemann1220]

After watching this video for the third time I sent it to every one I ride with. It is in my opinion the best non-professional riding video out there. Absolutely love the trails and the continent. At 63 years of age I do not have the physical strength to even attempt to ride like this nor do I have the hand eye coordination anymore. Thank you for what you do. Again absolutely love this video. You rock. Keep it up.

[@justinneufeld5623]

I've said it before and i'll say it again, your channel is the most entertaining and cool MTB channel out there. Keep up the great work!

[@SkillsWithPhil]

Thank you! :)

[@acesarge2]

Phil is to a mountain bike as John Wick is to a gun. It's just impressive to watch.

[@I_Am_Bone]

I usually avoid the POV type videos on any topic, but you actually talk your way through them, about the trail, or even about the history of the area you're riding. I enjoy your POV's. There is another rider from B.C. who is very watchable. At 52, and surviving 7 cancer diagnosis, I am looking at getting back on a bike, getting back into shape, and having fun riding bikes. You make it look fun, and honestly, your personality is so friendly, and sincere. Thank You Phil!

[@Dan_Kornfeld]

Admit it Phil, Bryson (the kid) had to drag his brakes a little so you could catch up! (Kidding!) Way to bounce back from the crash. +2 bonus points for the bent bars!

[@danielchapman3875]

You've got proper guts taking that race at that speed, falling subsequently bending your bars and then giving them a pat and carrying on.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

I told myself to just relax and cruise down, but as I've mentioned before, when there's a clock ticking, it's really hard to override your race instincts. It's one of the reason's I never use strava.

[@crazyhandgrows6432]

That young man you rode with is gonna be quite the animal if he keeps biking like he is. It was probably nice to follow someone especially when "leaf surfing", love these videos man. Thank you.

[@kylelamb604]

Having ridden the “Rock” many times it’s absurd how fast and flowy he is. This place is STEEP. GoPro effect is real here.

[@gartersnake3288]

I like how everyone is so chill when they meet phil. They're not like "OMG ARE YOU PHIL? I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL BRO". they're just casually like "Hey Phil"

[@ryancwiggins]

It was nice meeting you Phil. Hopefully we see you again soon.

[@SkillsWithPhil]

It was great meeting you. Thanks for schooling me on Trolling Motors!

[@ryancwiggins]

@@SkillsWithPhil 🤣

[@Friskee62]

That kid you were following is just like you, as far as the lines he takes. Seems like he has no fear...cool vid.

[@Rebeccaln61]

Oh, there’s a turn there…. I’m a blind 62-year-old that loves to listen to your videos. I just love the sounds and I know you’re on a bicycle and you’re running down mountains, so can only imagine how crazy they are the way they sound. God bless and stay safe.❤❤❤

[@Outdoor-lads12]

Just asking how'd you type this?

[@LordLightborn]

I actually said to myself: "man, it's amazing you can ride a bike that fast without crashing." And then he wipes out next corner. o-o

[@bongerrazo1]

sick trails and the kid is a MONSTER!!

[@seanleader]

That was sick dude. Cool to see the park from your perspective.

[@johanw5181]

I've never ridden a mountainbike in my life. I've no idea why youtube keep recommending your channel. And yet, I'm absolutely enthralled! Dude your content is awesome, and really relaxing to watch.

[@matthewfernandez82]

You should give mtb a chance should you have the means, you can get yourself out there on a used hardtail for sub $500. I just bought my first bike like 3 weeks ago cause I just got hooked on these vids. Took almost 2 weeks just to get used to biking in general again (been like 6-8 years since I was last on a bike) but, I just went to my local trails for the first time and I'm kinda hooked. Can't wait to travel north this summer to try something with some elevation (I live in Florida, trails literally have like 30 ft of man-made elevation change.)

[@somehumannamedauburn3084]

@@matthewfernandez82 if you’re looking for some good trails with elevation come to Park City Ut. They have a ton of trails all with natural elevation and a few good bike parks/downhill trails. It’s a really fun place to ride.

[@topspot4834]

More 🔥🔥🔥 from Phil ... Dude has been carrying KZbin on his back in 2021.

[@MikeR65]

I don’t understand why he doesn’t have more subs.

[@TomTom-qh1lk]

It really really impresses me the amount of Perception and focus it requires to be able to ride like this. Don't honestly think I would ever manage, no matter how fun it looks.

[@crazyhandgrows6432]

I love the fact you just friggin SEND IT. I jumped when you crashed out at the beginning. It's amazing how far technology has come. These GoPro head mount shots are getting so realistic.

[@trev021889]

These are by far the best videos hands down. Continue to do as many as your able to do. The entertainment level is through the roof. Good stuff Phil

[@josephgraham3807]

love the welcoming feeling of the biking community! always friendly and there to help out

[@1212dsc]

So pumped to see you back down south ripping it up. Windrock really is a magical place! Nowhere else like it! Sean has been putting in some serious work there!!

[@zb7799]

I was wondering why this track seemed so familiar to me a pretty new rider. Then at around 11:25 there's the mention of the race and it hit me. That race video was the first video I watched on this channel. Nice little memory lane moment, thanks!

[@AdventuresWithClair]

That younger kid Bryson is a beast.

[@Olive-oilien]

I know nothing about mountain biking but I can’t stop watching

[@jordan_ashbrook]

Love this style of video that you’ve been doing recently! Thanks for bringing us on your ride! 🤘🏻

[@rehd2445]

Just stumbled upon your channel. Always loved mountain biking but never went. I am definitely starting now after watching this! Also watching strangers get along warms my heart

[@dcasandman]

Kid is fearless, awesome you followed him for awhile

[@EZ-Videos]

For some reason, these videos are the absolute best to relax to. My GF gets anxiety, but for me it's just extremely chill.

[@genericinternetperson]

So much to unpack in this video. This place has really grown since I last saw it. The trails are seriously unique and I love that so much. And that kid is definitely going places, I mean damn. But that crash, I felt it coming in my bones and it shook me when he went down enough that I accidentally let out an audible "holy shit".

[@cameronwhite8861]

Everyone’s already said it a thousand times. But holy hell that kid is insane. Just watching how he enters certain things. Natural talent just OOZING from him. Also I was terrified the entire time watching. Great vid dude

[@SingerUnkn0wn]

Im 53 and these video's have me inspired to start riding. Ive been riding motocross for about 10 years and a little of that transfers. My first down hill run was at Winter Park. fun and scary. Great video. You are such a good dude.

[@wes3527]

Awesome video Phil!! I hope the boy you followed down stays healthy and continues to improve. I am impressed!!

[@dootster1]

Phil “ i think my bars are bent “ Also Phil, absolutely shreds down the rest of the race run🔥

[@steves6557]

Best part was watching the chase cam follow the young rider. Kid knew the park and trails well and has strong style on his jumps. Fun video, thanks for sharing! 👍

[@bagelenforcer3145]

My dad sent me this video. He used to live here in TN but moved to WI a few years ago and always talks about how much he misses the trails. I have his old bike and I know it's solid bike and that I would love Mtn biking but I can't get past that fear just yet. Maybe someday. I heard the bit about subscribers and recommended and I went ahead and subscribed. I don't get on YT much but I see that you're at 499k and subscribing can't hurt. Early congrats on 500k, maybe I'll get back to biking soon and hit this trail.

[@goldenmath4091]

That stuff they put in the water is everywhere now, some mad little shredders for sure, makes you feel old dude...great video

[@rich2632]

Amazing riding Phil. Keep up the good work!

[@righteousbob272]

Thanks for bringing us along my man! That kid rips!

[@brysonpressonmtb6917]

Thanks bro!

[@kousinkoolaid]

I just sit here with my mouth open watching you ride bro. And the steez on that kid. Jeez Louise! Ya took that dirt smash like a champ man. 🙌🏼

[@MikeR65]

Love these videos you’ve been putting out lately Phil.

[@waylon7371]

Phil always coming with the next level content! Loved watching u ride with Bryson! Hes a beast too! 🤘🤘

[@TheHarry090]

Great content, it's nice to see you mixing it up with other riders on the trails

[@yahtz_5707]

Phil, you're an amazing rider! Loved watching this vid; and that Bryson lad is insane!

[@justadudeinasmallworld5912]

the fact that he can ride these trails alone is insane but also the fact that e can ride and talk to the camera while making slit second decisions is insane keep it up

[@vikfreeride808]

Amazing place and great videos! 💪🤟

[@HawthorneHillNaturePreserve]

You guys are SICK, I really enjoy watching you all. The young ones are out of control. This young guy obviously knows this trail in his sleep!

[@Mongrethod5000]

Love it man, I adore this content. I can watch these park ride videos over and over again

[@Slipperygecko390]

Can't wait to see that kid on the live stream, he's got one of the best styles around.

[@BC_Explores]

Glad you made it out to windrock!!!!!!

[@TheDustyShredder]

Phil, you are an absolute legend taking a bent bar like that and still going full send. I've decided that I'm taking the carbon bars off my bike when I go ride the trails. Carbon bars are really good for cutting down the vibrations on the road and even though mine were cheap, I just can't afford to break them. I'll get some good alloy bars instead. That said, there is some definite maintenance I need to do on my bike before I ride the trails again. My wheels need trued, tensioned, and dished, my shifter/derailleur needs adjustment (really stiff and doesn't shift smoothly to every gear), and my tires have started cracking. My chain also needs a good cleaning, and my brakes also need adjusting. I do hope you come to sample the trails Boise has to offer, we've definitely got some leg busters here, and Bogus Basin has been expanding their trail options to include some really good jump trails, technical trails, and flow trails, and that's not even including the trails coming down from the mountain. There are also quite a few other trails in the surrounding area that are nice.

[@marigoldfinkelston4813]

Biking during the fall looks so cool with all the pretty trees and leaves on the ground

[@SkillsWithPhil]

It is cool, but when the leaves are still on the trails, it can be sketchy 😆

[@Graeleaf]

Love these trail riding videos! Always amazing! Woo! 🤘

[@RichieRich38]

I needed to watch the video twice, that kids style is AWESOME!

[@jeffsaraiva7099]

Very fun video Phil! Thank you.

[@saddlesdownmtb3134]

I knew you were going to blow-out that turn on Dropout. I did the exact same thing a couple of weeks ago, and I wasn't going nearly as fast. Great video! The place is far more gnarly than it appears on GoPro, and there are some serious sniper rocks under those leaves. The blind drop off the rock drop was insane.

[@Tongys]

I am not really into bikes. Ridden a few casually but nothing like this. Probably would never attempt this in my life but it's addicting to watch and I love how it's just him living his life and doing what he wants to do. Definitely had to subscribe and like for this. Keep it up, i'll be watching all the rest in the future!

[@mattcronk7481]

Cool Video man! Sick riding, completelty above my level.

[@OtakuWrath]

these are so fun to watch. I don't really ride but these videos are really immersive.

[@glentot9243]

I'm liking this theme on your recent uploads where you follow these rad kids. at one point in time, when these kids are the present racers we will look back to these vidoes

[@am97001]

Pretty cool you got to ride with a legend, Phil. 😀

[@999berserker]

awesome man, trail builder has an evil streak :) looking forward to going through your other videos,

[@saucyy3794]

First video of yours I've ever watched. You are a great rider but also so nice and wholesome as a person! Gives me theradbrad vibes :)

[@mattpoe9391]

I was looking for vids on Windrock and ran across One of my favorites, "Phil" showing off the park. This turned out to be such a cool video. I particularly enjoyed Phil riding riding with Bryson "the kid." That young man is a gifted rider and I really enjoyed seeing him tow Phil in on some of the trails...way cool. Phil, you need to be mentoring kids like Bryson. Anyway, another great video and thanks for what you do.

[@upallnyte2000]

okay, first off I am older than crap when I was young I rode dirt bikes like Yamaha and Kawasaki but I could not even think about the speeds you guys are riding your bicycles and the split decision or quick thinking of which way to go on these trails. I loved this video and that kid in front of you, wow! I'm thinking he is at school and a teacher or someone says to him "what do you do when you are not in school?" "Oh" he replies, 'I like to ride my bike". the guy envisions him on a sidewalk cruising around town. But wow! Crazy good video!!! Subscribed!

[@nikoyannaros48]

These natural built trails are great. This is my definition of Mountainbiking. Interesting that you had to put more air in your fork. The suspension has to work perfect here. I liked the conversations and the rides with all those Interesting people. This little kid, imagine in 10 years, he is going to be World class. Wow.

[@FiretrailMtb]

Great edit as always phill 🤟🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🔥

[@kevinpeters8372]

Awesome video. Definitely amazing. Glad that landing didn’t end your day. Keep up the awesome content 🤘🏻

[@ktvlm3987]

no coffee, no warm ups, just race runs! 👏👏

[@coopkink]

im planning to come to Windrock in the spring to wheel my truck and ride bikes and this video has me infatuated with this place. Ive heard so many cool things and cant wait to check it out

[@Bozza36]

That conversation around 9:50 made me look at Phil's sub count, and then I realised I wasn't subscribed. I have literally been watching this channel for years, and I swear I was subbed. I guess you have a "new" subscriber then Phil.

[@rustywrx]

"Oh man, I would have stacked it like 10 times by now.. How has he not.. Oh, there it is, he is mortal"

[@tiggy5198]

This channel is one of my kids and mine favourites Phil.that Bryce young lad could shreddd 🤘awesome to see.

[@jankmastermtb4910]

wow! i’m already skiing and your still biking! sick, keep up the great work

[@KTMRACING39]

Phil you’re a legend man! This video is so sick! Keep it up!

[@dcooksey503]

Man, nothing beats going to my subscriptions and seeing a new Skills with Phil video. Just brightens up even the worst of days.

[@topspot4834]

Especially one that's over 30 minutes ... His content has been 🔥🔥🔥 this year. Really took it to another level. Praying he goes out west and we get to see some videos from Moab and Sedona.

[@goatio007]

Another banger!!! Thanks Phil

[@paulwintermute1495]

This kid is the Jackson Goldstone of Tennessee! What a shredder!

[@jimmymac63]

Looks like Bryson needs his own channel!

[@andrewchuck288]

Man you're one of my favorites fs. Sick riding too. Def will check this place out eventually!

[@emfry821]

Great channel, love your content. Let's get this man to 500,000 and beyond.

[@jayhome2715]

20:48 the kids not even breathing heavy meanwhile Phil's gasping ahahhaa like it's effortless for kids.....

[@vaughnhaney8939]

Great video Phil! I wish I would have know you were in town! I live like 10 minutes from wind rock!

[@SerhiyMTB]

Man that is impressive riding!

[@SecretSpots]

When you post a new vid, I stop what I'm doing to watch. NEVER disappointed! Next time you're roaming through NJ I hope to do a lap or 3 with you! (Not that I'd keep up LOL)

[@lisadavies3296]

This is def one of your top videos and that Kid, Bryson, was amazing!!

[@quinnjustinen26]

Bars feels funky he says… proceeds to absolutely shred the trail still

[@splooshmtb]

Phil you madman, blind race line at full speed haha love it

[@Seluecus1]

got a sub from me, brotha. This was the most relaxing video i've seen in a while, outside of listening to specific music. Being 35 (soon), i wouldn't mind getting back on a bike, but i never did any racing or just enjoying sprints around a park. I'm sure IA probably has a few, but i've never looked and I just never have the time to look, let alone get a bike. That being said, i really enjoyed this video.

[@TheFoxStalksHisPrey]

Gnarly biff at 2:25! Good recovery!

[@s2tha3lgaming94]

Cool video and awesome trails. This actually triggered my anxiety. Very relieving to see you get right up after the wipeout!