Top 5 Trails I've Ever Ridden | MTB AUSTRALIA

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

What's the best trail you have ever ridden?

[@omegadubs1547]

Derby Flickity sticks. I only live one hour away from Derby!!

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Awesome trail! Love that one, super jealous you live so close!

[@lucamtb__]

The you yangs have great trails I don’t really have a fav but it’s great I love an hour away so it’s not to far. I love the downhill trails at mt Buller too they are fire and the length of them are great they work you out.

[@OpiT44]

Maydena (TAS) is great fun. It’s gravity focused however, which may not be to everyone’s liking.

[@hayden7027]

Downhill 2 in Newcastle, short and simple unsanctioned trail but the flow and variety is unreal with awesome progressive jumps!

[@robertmuir8225]

definitely going to check out Ourimbah sometime soon

[@namtamtam6780]

Ourimbah is pretty sick, keep shredding

[@cookie13spike]

Thanks Phil for plugging the CCMTB club and ourimbah trails.. the club is currently putting in a huge amount of work to make some amazing changes for when racing resumes sometime latter in the year! Expect new trails, old ones brought back to life and extended jump line!

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

More than happy too mate, they do such a great job! Super keen to ride the new jump line, I need as much help jumping as I can get! They are really catering to everyone, which is awesome to see!

[@leviwilliams4961]

Totally agree with you about mt Narra it’s a great place to progress and has some great quality trails

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

They've done such a great job there! The Gorillas are absolute legends!

[@mitchbloxsom5695]

Yea Thanks for all the advice Phil. I've actually just bought a Merida One-Forty 600 as it was on sale for $2799. Thing is the only reason I went in was to replace a rim i had just totalled. This will be my first dually and I'm super excited for it to get shipped in so i can pick it up. Thanks and congrats of 5K!!

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks Mitchell! You have been such a great supporter of the channel! Super stoked to hear you got the bike! You will love it!

[@phillipveneris8158]

Thank for your review Phil

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Any time!

[@PavoMTB]

1. Maydena 2. Bright 3. Derby 4. Thredbo 5. Stromlo 6. Ourimbah / Awaba Looking forward to try Majura after your review as we always go Stromlo when heading towards Canberra. I am also looking forward to try Falls Creek, maybe after the winter 🤙

[@wastedtalentinc8007]

im new to trails, are there any (or bike parks) in metro sydney outside of Olympic park?

[@PavoMTB]

@@wastedtalentinc8007 Hey mate, there are plenty of trails around Sydney. My best suggestion for you would be to check out Trail Forks website or download their app. If you look at the content on my KZbin channel you will find videos from some of the most popular trails in Sydney. Once you have an idea where you wanna ride just type the trail name into the Trail Forks to find its location 🤙

[@wastedtalentinc8007]

Kuyavian thanks mate for the super quick response. Really appreciate the information. I’ll check your channel out too. Thanks again

[@PavoMTB]

@@wastedtalentinc8007 No worries mate, I'll see you on the trails 😉

[@wastedtalentinc8007]

Kuyavian thanks mate! Just got the app too.

[@jacobosteen4249]

I can’t believe you don’t have more subscribers! Keep it up dude thx for the info! Keep shredding 🤙🏼

[@jamescuthel4444]

Thanks Phil, keep up the awesome work 🤙

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks mate, will do!

[@davidoneill2983]

Awesome vid. Subscribed. Please keep making regular videos! I'm based in southwestern Sydney and I ride Mill Creek, Wylde, Oaks fire trail, Welby, Kentlyn, Heathcote/Loftus. I've been to Derby, Maydena, Vic High Country (Falls/Mt Beauty/Bright), Queenstown, Rotorua, Stromlo. It's so hard to pick a fav destination

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

That's quite a resume! Queenstown is definitely my fav out of the bunch but they are all so unique, so it's hard to pick a favourite

[@ramboexcess4469]

Thanks mate, well done

[@celonetvpn]

Great video mate, thank you!

[@NickBukey]

Enjoyed the video! You helped me pick a new bike too. Cheers from Newcastle

[@WarriorPleb]

I recently bought an Ebike for work commuting but I'd love to buy just a normal decent brand mountain pushy to go down some trails one day. and have a new sub mate!

[@darylleonard6553]

Awesome great clips 😜🇭🇲💯🦘

[@jasonandhisbike]

Some great info! Last time I went to Majura, I swore I would never go again...but clearly I was riding the wrong trails! Will check out Ourimbah for sure.

[@The-Guy1649]

I live next to majura pines.rocklobster is my favourite too!

[@nicholaszygadlo5111]

My favourite trail is pork barrel in stromlo Good video

[@jessiewhittaker9417]

When the bearcreek bike park opens that's gonna be so good pretty much 10/15 minutes in from the end of the freeway aswell

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Yeeeew! so keen for that!

[@calebborstel1341]

Super informative definitely gonna look into some of these spots

[@mtbcrew3952]

Trails look sick!!!!!!😀

[@longandwinding]

Great stuff! Just discovered your channel. Would love to ride these trails if I ever came up north

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks mate! If you're ever up north in Sydney, hit me up and I can show you around :)

[@longandwinding]

Trail Talk MTB will do!

[@prexyllvidz]

Good MTB trail there ride safe..

[@sydneyfishing4620]

The enduro buyer guide helped my purchase a siskiu n8, even though it's second hand, super stoked👍

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Great to hear I helped you out! Such an awesome bike!

[@omegadubs1547]

so glad you put a new video up! keep it up.

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks, will do!

[@glennbehnke6104]

Congrats on 5K. I’ve just ordered a Merida One-Twenty 9.700 as my first step away from XC bikes. Decision was definitely influenced by your reviews ✌🏼

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks mate! Stoke to hear I could help, you are going to love it, such a fun efficient little trail bike. The rear suspension is dialed on the 120.

[@cjbikes01]

coming in late for some 2024 contrast: I would say now its oxy/cascades/bare creek (same kind of spot), then thredbo, then narooma, then ourimbah for NSW

[@squirrelcatcher1]

Some great tips for my next trip to Sydney. Keep up the good work!

[@TheMTBGrind]

Tassie has so much more than just Derby now!

[@DavidTreves]

Nearly doubled your subs in 2 months. Nice! Love your vids btw.

[@sashawestwood4442]

Great info ! Cheers

[@danielwebb9868]

I slipped my peddles and crashed at the bottom of the bk express ramp at ourimbah last week and broke my wrist, be safe out there guys, I miss riding already

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Ouch, I couldn't imagine a worse spot to slip a pedal on that trail. Carrying so much speed through there. I hope you are recovering well!

[@ronnoco]

Awesome video mate!

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it! Once this is over, we need to go for a ride!

[@sydneyfishing4620]

Favourite youtuber

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Best compliment I've had all year!

[@Willdrknght]

Check out what Synergy trails is doing at Glenworth Valley . The aim is to be the premier venue in Australia for all codes of mtb .

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Well aware of the project, patiently waiting! With the fire, covid and crowd funding it's been a tough run for them. Hopefully once we are out off all this they can make something great.

[@markodorfy4376]

How much has been done up there so far cant seem to find out any info on it these days

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

@@markodorfy4376 No idea, I saw they had start one trail

[@madformtb2312]

Have you ever been over to perth because the kalamunda circuit and margrate river trails are so great and so much fun to ride and a great mix of tech flow and jump lines

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Not yet! hopefully one day :)

[@TrailsnGravel]

Hi, will be visiting Sydney around April this year and want to explore few trails around.. And wanted your recommendations on the nearby trails, bike rental and how to reach the trail head using public transport (if allowed). Thanks

[@A.D.D.O.C.D.T]

Mad video man ! Subbed

[@leomolloy5067]

My favourite is the trails in sutho behind the cemetery. there are some nasty tech trails hidden there.

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Still need to go there! I've heard so many good things!

[@reillys7981]

The wooden drop/roll = death

[@leomolloy5067]

@@reillys7981 have you ride it? I thought it was fine. Just have to commit early.

[@reillys7981]

Leo Molloy Yeah, went straight over the bars once

[@rikeshshiwakoti4729]

Op video

[@chasewilliams5279]

Hello nice vid I was wondering what is a good bike for a boy 10 year old

[@fogo1832]

Yum

[@letsnotgohome1314]

Hey! Thought I'd comment because I've been binge-watching your channelnd still never commented. Just researching before getting a bike. I'm torn between getting a hard tail (happier with the cost) or wanting all the best things in a dual suspension. realistically I'm only going to do green trails slowly so I don't want to buy things i won't see benefits from.

[@Basement_CNC]

Depends how much money you have over 2,200 US $ i'd take the full sus

[@letsnotgohome1314]

@@Basement_CNC thanks. I could make it happen 😜

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

If you are planning on progressing beyond green trails then a full sus would be good. The Polygon Siskiu D7 and Marin Rift Zone are my picks.

[@christostatarakis5264]

Thankyou 🙏🐔 Enjoyed your segment. I'm a new Subscriber 🚵🏽🚴🏽 My Daughter has her first MTB🚴 I'LL Be Watching you 🤠

[@harrywhitelaw8029]

How lucky am I to have MT Nara as my local trail.

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Very lucky!

[@jordononeill-charueski1765]

i ride there

[@elamonrahul]

Hey Phil, thanks for that list. Can you do a video on the camera and other set ups you use for your content. Cheers

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks Rahul! I dont do any too special. I use a gopro hero 7 black for my pov. 4k 30fps mounted on the chinbar with a wind slayer. Other setting include iso 100-400, auto white balance and shutter and go pro colour. For the studio I use a Sony A6400 with a boya lavalier microphone. I love this setup. Super simple. Then I just use one studio light.

[@elamonrahul]

Thanks mate.

[@Renton81]

Maydena bike park tassie would have to be it for me, and only because I can’t comment on derby as I broke 5 ribs on the first run there down ‘air ya garn’ when there in January.

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

I've been to Maydena too, unfortunately the conditions were horrible so I didnt have as much fun as derby. The soil has a fair bit more clay so there was no traction. Will have to go during summer! Ouch! how are the ribs now? Broken ribs are the worst! Just have to suffer until they get better.

[@drivingshow3539]

7.7k? He deserves 1mil

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

You are very generous hahaha. Thank you!

[@kynan.bonnice]

Derby Tasmania is the best

[@badonkadonk2646]

Yeah first comment woo! Also, I was wondering if you think you could give me some advice as I'm looking to get the marine rift zone 1 on bicycles online but the Marin alpine trail 7 is only 300 dollars more and has better components for a good price, do you think I should spend a bit more?

[@badonkadonk2646]

400 dollars more*

[@badonkadonk2646]

I also live near some pretty rocky terrain.

[@owenr2413]

Tristan_MTB I think it depends, will you use the extra travel or not. In my opinion only buy the alpine trail if you need the extra travel. Also if you buy the rift zone the $400 could be put to upgrades.

[@badonkadonk2646]

@@owenr2413 I mean I think I'll sue it because I'm looking at doing some enduro races and black diamond trails.

[@owenr2413]

Tristan_MTB Yea! Then i think it’s worth the money if you will use the travel. They also have a very similar spec so you will not miss out on anything.

[@jameshuynh6243]

Thanks for your vids man. I only recently got into mtb since we got hit with covid. Been looking at bikes to buy, what do you recommend in Australia for a beginner under $1000. I have been checking out giant talon 2. Really looking at hardtails and not dual suspension. Also thought I'd ask, did you ever give away that merida big nine Ltd. Can I enter to win 😁😁

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Thanks for tuning in man. Nope I still have the bike, I'm not really affiliated with Merida, so I might try and see if I can organise a dual-suspension down the line. For a hardtail the marin bobcat trail would be a good option at that price, otherwise a vitus sentier but that is delivered from the UK

[@harken9978]

you need to get to wa

[@The-Guy1649]

What's the best jump line you have ever ridden

[@mrshaggy442]

hey, just got a brand new mountain bike do you know any trails in sydney aus.

[@isaacbrenner1464]

I’m getting new gloves size xs do you have any things I should look for?

[@milogibbins8620]

Have you been to bulli Dh or any trails around that

[@ven-echo]

This isn't a trail but it's a track full of jumps and stuff it's in Maryborough Queensland it's right near the aldridge school I went there today and it's a thrill

[@hman6722]

What is the best trail bike in your opinion for under $4000 AUD

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Marin Rift Zone 3 would be my pick with some spare change

[@midlifebiker7424]

YT Jeffsy from Pushy is worth a note. I have the Capra which is a weapon but more Enduro..

[@jayest12]

are these in nsw in sidney?

[@bwatt286]

What bike/s were you on in this vids? always good for judging what bike is needed

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

I always ride a 150-160mm travel bike. You will be able to ride all these trails with a 130-140mm bike

[@bwatt286]

@@trailtalkmtb6603 Thanks mate. Could i just ask do you pedal that bike much or just focus on the downs? Would love the extra squish on my new bike but unfortunately spend alot of time climbing.

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

@@bwatt286 I pedal purely for the downs. That's why I would reccomend a 130-140mm bike for a bit more versatility on Aussie trails unless you plan to just focus on the downs

[@bwatt286]

@@trailtalkmtb6603 You've confirmed my thoughts and helped with my buying paralysis. Thanks legend

[@sinc96]

Hey mate literaly started riding last week. I bought a merida big9 in 2014 went on 3 rides then parked it. I'm now a local to garigal national park what would be your tips for local trails and possibly a decent dualy as an upgrade

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Awesome to see you get back into it. The easiest trails to get back into it are Manly Dam then Serrata and once you feel comfortable try Ghania. After that Mt Narra is the best for progression. If you download the Trail Forks app you will be able to find all these. In terms of bikes, a 120-140mm trail bike is perfect. Something like the Marin Rift Zone, Polygon Siskiu T or Trek Fuel would be good options.

[@shawn.bourke.3]

Dude I'm so torn between the Norco Sight A3 and Trek Fuel EX 7; Norco has awesome geometry and felt great to ride in the car park but I'm suss on the rear shock issue for heavy riders (had to set sag to like 10% to avoid bottom out... from bunny hopping) and the spec isn't great (SX lol? last years Fluid fs 3 had NX...). The A2 colour is a deal breaker. Trek is better spec'ed (NX), looks way prettier but not as aggressive geometry and I want a long bike with long reach/steep STA (I'm about 192cm). Plus I could probs upgrade to EX 8 for not a lot more. I know there's no easy answer here I just felt like having a winge.

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

As good as the geo and value is on the Norco's this year, its just not made for bigger riders, unfortunately. It also depends on your riding. If you are just doing trails the Fuel is great and a pretty capable bike. It will do most trails in Aus with ease. You really want something around 500mm of reach at your height.

[@will.mcm1316]

i realy want a bike and im 11 and about 5 ft? in australia

[@jarreds602]

Good ones in Sydney?

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Plenty of good trails in Sydeny, check out trail forks!

[@lucamtb__]

How many different types of bikes do you have?

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

I only use my Marin Alpine Trail 7 but I do have a hardtail (I only use it for training).

[@orlandobailey9950]

How many of these trails can I ride on a trail bike or something with about 130mm-140mm?

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

All these trails are ride-able on a 130-140mm bike. Ourimbah would probably be the hardest due to its higher speeds but if you are riding within your means it shouldn't be an issue :)

[@jackfeltham8966]

I can’t imagine you’d have any problems at ourimbah on a 130mm bike as long as you keep your expectations in check. I’ve ridden a few of the ‘dh’ trails there on my xc hardtail and while it wasn’t very comfortable or fast, it was definitely doable

[@martinez2405]

Nothing from the gong? 😳

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

I hadn't been at the time of filming, I would definitely include it now :)

[@FijiTui]

Can u send a mtn bike to me please I live in Australia aswell

[@FijiTui]

Because I don’t have one

[@ieadi6558]

Damn, i should've typed best easy mountain bike trail in sydney 🤕

[@ryandriscoll2309]

How big is your package?

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

🤏

[@midlifebiker7424]

Shame they cleared so many trees at Majura Pines.

[@dootguy5011]

Yeah so what your saying is we have fuck all in NSW :/ lol

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Plenty of great trails!