Team USA enters QUAD TANDEM Bike Race

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[@juderittenhouse4537]

Made it on the thumbnail🤩🤩🤩

[@DownieLive]

Jude, wait until you see the intro to episode 1 😉

[@jasonfox6013]

And well deserved too much love from New Zealand

[@colinashby7544]

You’re him Jude

[@zacmoylan4317]

We are them

[@eli_rittenhouse22]

wow you’re so cool

[@cmansour]

I just finished watching the Kara & Nate ride across the USA in a 3 seater bike so this was a neat surprise!

[@amye4087]

A lot of issues on this one. Thinking quad bikes are not really built for this. Seems like a bit more engineering needs to go into making things tougher. Totally psyched to watch the series though. Thanks for taking us along and thanks to all the participated and helped with the journey.

[@Nynke_K]

Wow, so much mayhem on day one! I just finished watching Kara and Nate cycle across the US in 36 days, and while their bike broke down a lot too, their back wheel only stopped spinning on day 30 or so... Either they got really lucky or adding just one more rider really increases the technical risks exponentially! I hope things got better for the race after day one...

[@Nathan-qc4gz]

Same here, and I completely agree, so much force and weight with just 3 ppl

[@DownieLive]

Also, these guys are racing, meaning pushing harder on the bike than just riding.

[@elizabethflanagan9754]

Same here. Very concerning about the breakdown. The trandem had much less pressure yet same chain issues. Interesting to see how it all goes.. .

[@pohanahawaii]

😉 If you have the Quad Championship again next year, I think Kara & Nate will probably enter. They've been doing a cycle challenge almost every year: Tuscany, Colorado Trail, Ragbrai, and Across America.

[@altowatts1325]

I can hear James T. Kirk from Star Trek saying,"To Boldly Go Where No Quad Tandem Bike Team Has Gone Before!" 👍🏾🤣

[@mikechadwick8163]

Nice change of pace, Mike. I'm looking forward to the Quad Tandems - they look like hard work. Thank you so much for always working on things that are interesting and worthwhile. 😊😊

[@chicabado]

Downie your personality fits these kinds of videos wonderfully! you bring the energy and make everyone smile. I love the branching out to different kinds of videos

[@kencase2179]

Exciting series, Mike! I think some more engineering needs to go into the quad bikes. That was a pretty scary fall for Team New Zealand! Ordering my Live WIRTH hat today.

[@jasonfox6013]

Don't worry we have the "she'll be right" get back on it attitude much love from New Zealand

[@nursefoodiethreesixty]

So excited for these series! Also, the WIRTH hats are great and their commitment to mental health is amazing.

[@jasonashby7327]

Thanks Downielive! Just watched this with my son Colin Ashby, seat three on team USA. Great footage, looking forward to the next episode.

[@emilyashby2508]

Yes, thank you!! This was an awesome video! The footage was fantastic. Counting the days until part 2!!

[@DownieLive]

@emilyashby2508 glad to hear you’ve enjoyed it so far! Lots more action to come!

[@blueman5924]

What the fork ! 😮 Glad everyone survived the spills and thrills. Thanks for sharing their journey. Wheely good stuff ! 🍁🤙

[@Nick-iu7xc]

As a kiwi myself I was pleasantly surprised to see a NZ team taking part, even if their fall took them out. Hope they weren't too banged up. The episode definitely kept me on the edge of my seat and I can't wait to see how the event plays out!

[@loeysmob]

Didn’t think I would enjoy this series, but now I can’t wait for the next video. As an Aussie I’m going for team Kiwi. ❤

[@722garage9]

Loving it. The idea of the guy in the back braking and changing gears is insane. I'd love to see a team Germany in future

[@colinashby7544]

I can’t wait for the whole world to know when Julian’s birthday is 😂

[@RichardinNC1]

Quite a start for all the teams. It’s crazy this occurs with quad tandems right after the Kara & Nate series riding a trandem across the USA. Yes, 3100 miles CA to MD with 2 sets of 3 riders. Women for 1/2 day and men to finish each day. They had many of the same issues.

[@snchilders]

Very interesting - I'm surprised that tandem quads aren't built more robustly .

[@mattloveslife]

Downie I hope every year this event gets bigger and bigger and more countries from all over the globe join in

[@BenMiller-vx5dj]

Stoked for the next one! Want more Jude ❤️

[@sebpic_]

Such a good first episode can’t wait to watch the next ones!!

[@kalrobbins2811]

This series is so exciting! Can't wait til the next one!

[@richtertaluban8676]

Woah! Just done Watching Kara and Nate Trandom Bike Series it feels like Quad Bike is the upgrade ☺️

[@sethtriggs]

I had never known this was a thing till I saw your intro, and I also am fascinated by the roles and the different mechanics required to make these bikes work! This is fantastic! And nice wheels (motorized and manual!)

[@ellomate..]

been hyped for this series !!! the channel is downie live!! much love from australia mate

[@himbourbanist]

honestly I think the bike management aspects of this race add a wild card element that's pretty fun to watch

[@DownieLive]

Absolutely!

[@sharon1806]

Wow this is exciting, love a bit of a change. Cannot wait for the next episode 👏👏

[@VishnuKamath]

This sport needs to be made official

[@lisaanderson8235]

Wow. This first episode has everything: hope, drama, terrible cycling puns, and some epic road rash. 😮😮 Looking forward to the next episodes!🚴👍😁

[@jayolson578]

This is actually a pretty awesome series!!! Keep Killing the content🍻🍻

[@skiergirl4753]

That NZ fork failure is insane! Love the BC interior ♥🍁 I found you during covid when I was homesick for Canada - your channel was such a help. Now that I can visit home again, I watch it for fun and joy

[@peterbernier9624]

Fantastic, entertaining, unique, scary and looking like so much fun. Can't wait for part 2

[@ferrelljr7]

such a badass start to the series! i need more!!

[@trcline100]

Looking forward to this!

[@keannelambertson6927]

So excited for this series!!!

[@OnDaComeUp]

me and my dad been long time watchers n just realised i wasn’t subscribed! awesome video downie keep it up!

[@davidg8945]

Awesome Filming as always....That seems like a really tuff sport.... Can't wait to get my Wirth hat!...I love all the good you do!! see you next week and I guess I do know where your going....

[@stevie4641]

This is gonna be great fun! For me sitting at home watching... Can't wait to see what happens.

[@nivardofloresperez1169]

Awesome man, that's awesome...!! I'm a daily basis Urban Biker, so I loved this chapter. I bet next one is gonna be so exciting as well. 😃🚲👍

[@thelittledojo]

This looks Fun! As this catches on engineering with catch up. Looking forward to the series!

[@cassiewardlow924]

I’m hooked!! This is 10/10 storytelling. Can’t wait for next week 🚴🏻🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏻🚴🏻‍♀️

[@DownieLive]

Yay! Thank you!

[@DarthSmirnoff]

There's something slightly ironic about Team USA shouting "USA! USA!" in the shadow of a Canadian Tire. lol

[@chubbygrunt90]

Turning on my notification for this after watching your other vid!

[@tracythorn2918]

I had no idea this existed. Thanks for showing us, Mike. I can't wait to see the next video!

[@CANMONQUE]

Love your energy as always but wish we had an introduction on the race. Where is it located. Where does it start, where does it end,etc.

[@florisdeschamps732]

So exited for this🎉🎉

[@barbb]

Awesome video - What route are you taking? What area of BC? (I am guessing?) Can't wait for part two

[@eastpeak74]

That was awesome! Those front forks on the kiwi bike folded up like paper though 😮. Roll on part 2!

[@DownieLive]

Coming soon!

[@thedogzoo]

I wish you all the best next week. 🏁🚲🚲🚲🚲🏁

[@Chennysa]

It is a competition that requires a lot of skill and patience but is full of fun and entertainment. I am someone who has wanted to see a competition like this for a long time. It's almost Christmas now. Do you have anything special for Christmas? I am especially excited about your channel and videos my love...💖

[@williamchristian8389]

Great Stuff Mike!!!!!!!

[@jymnmeier3527]

What a first day. Last time I was able to watch all the videos at once....waiting a week is going to be tough LOL. Great jib to all

[@siriustraining1774]

Quads ALWAYS need the cranks set out of phase (90 degree offset)! We always do this on our Quads, Quints, & 6 person bikes here @ Santana Cycles Inc. to help the rear wheel hub live a long & happy life!

[@brockwillis24]

Loved it great first episode.

[@gabriellouran4383]

Love this ! Keep going

[@awesomeadamfrom2099]

Awesome job Mike

[@LittleRainbowHappy]

Love to see team NZ. Hope they are all doing ok. Enjoying the bike content either way.

[@mbgrafix]

Indeed, this is *Wirth* watching!

[@lornarivera9094]

How exciting! I loved! Wow!🥰

[@DownieLive]

So glad!

[@margakat]

I didn't think I was going to like this video. I'm not much for bike races. But Mike surprised me. As he does so seamlessly, his videos are about people and connections. I should have known, though. I don't like car racing either and yet enjoyed those videos too.

[@22Facesmusica]

That was really exciting! I hope that with time bigger crowds and biger investments goes into quad tandem

[@DownieLive]

You and me both!

[@karengreenlee4356]

We have a bike ride across our state once a year. It's not a race just a ride. They probably have from 10,000 to 20,000 riders riding at least part of the ride. They have several ambulances traveling with them, along with military biker groups that help others out riding across the state. It's quite a big deal.

[@njasak]

Thanks for your videos!!!

[@DownieLive]

My pleasure!

[@AJTheUnexceptionalBiker]

Here and ready to live vicariously 😂

[@MattMort]

Regardless of the cliff hanger, I'm cheering on Teams Canada! 💪♥

[@tonym492]

This is so kool! Im also from nz !

[@wehojm7320]

This is very intense and not what I expected. This should be a summer Oympic event.

[@adventureswithphil2560]

I love your passion project, Mike. The story telling is great. Your team has done a fantastic job. And... it's just weird enough that you've created a niche all of its own.

[@DownieLive]

Much appreciated!

[@saideepakb]

Just finished one tandem bike series (Kara and Nate) and on to this one now.

[@sampaccassi5666]

I think I know those people!!

[@PurrBetweenThePages]

Oh no that crash looked painful! I hope they'll all be okay!

[@FireEMS38]

This is going to be great!

[@zhukov43]

loving this, GO TEAM GB, we gotta defend the crown.

[@WVMbe]

we love you Downie 😁

[@thewolfethatcould8878]

What could go wrong? 😂🤣 This will no doubt be quite exilerating!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

7:38 The punnery in this video >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

[@dannydanny9875]

Kara & Nate did this with a 3 person Bike Across America 🙂

[@PokhrajRoy.]

7:08 Stereotype of friendly Canadians lol

[@hsdffdsffs8006]

So when is episode 2 coming out. Or did i miss it

[@DownieLive]

A new episode every Saturday.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

14:07 I love this team’s method of water supply. It’s very handy yet ‘hands-free’.

[@rikspector]

MIke, 'Thanks ,great, so to speak, start. Cheers, Rik Spector your neighbor in Ferndale, WA

[@cederian]

Dude, i feel bad the NZ team. Such a bad luck on the bike but im glad they are ok.

[@magma2moose]

LOVE TEAM USA LOVE WIRTH ❤

[@timwalther3294]

Glad the Kiwi's didnt get hurt too much. But a really entertaining video, anyway! Looking forward to more.

[@caa1000]

Better than The Amazing Race... Keep it up Mike! ❤

[@gazwj]

Anyone else wondering how multi person bikes have become the next big KZbin thing 🤣 between kara & nate and now Michael!

[@smashboy821]

Cool

[@RvB_Fan_since_8]

18:50 love him🤣

[@peterthebellhop7961]

You know Mike that Kara and Nate recently completed a ride across America on a Tridem, a three seater. They had numerous flats chain issues and a messed up rear chain wheel.

[@whatsupthom]

what speed are these bikes going? its hard to tell! sometimes it looks like theyre really cruising. good luck and safe travels to all teams!

[@PapaLupe]

Some of the bikes hit top speeds of 75km, but they are usually averaging 25-30km an hour !

[@musingwithreba9667]

Ouch! Team New Zealand 🇳🇿 that's gotta suck! And looks really painful, I hope nothing other than the front fork on the bike was broken 😮 Maybe needs some sturdier framing? These extra long machines seem quite precarious. Good job so far though, it's very exciting

[@jenniefowler4968]

The KZbin channel Kara and Nate just finished a cross country ride on a trandem bike. 8 people taking turns riding. The lead on the bike controlled everything.

[@Amm17ar]

It would be cool to partner with a big bike brand who can build you guys a bike that can stand up to the load. Also I think the sport would benefit more from a total time win rather than a position based one due to the staggered starts. Time starts when you set off, stops when you either hit the end of a checkpoint/end of the race to determine how fast they went through. Maybe a bit more regulations in terms of spare parts, a team mechanic, and each team having their own support vehicle. Also a certified medic(s) for the race lol, one for either every team or one that stays in the middle of the pack that can get to any team pretty quickly. I think this could have some great potential for a big sport. Biking is already incredibly world wide. Would be cool to see this grow.

[@TeecesPiecesAUS]

Team GB has the best moustache!

[@Fenrasulfr]

Would suspension forks alleviate some of those problems?

[@SnowCrasher]

Great new series! Looks like they really need to improve on the bike's reliability for the race to be more viable. It's more of a mechanic's race at this point.

[@louisetvancouver6161]

Super cool. Hoping everyone on team New Zealand is ok , looking forward to watching more of the race. 👍🚵

[@thefamilyhobo]

Good job…. Following Kara and Nate.

[@JarcodeRover]

The blue and red bike have fork issue's as well :P

[@siriustraining1774]

By the way, that blue quad will have a fork failure too. it is already bending

[@lordalfa600]

The captain controlling everything is the way to go. I would go with Di2 without cable controls and hydraulic brakes with biggest rotors, 48 spoke wheels with ratchet engagement 18T