Unveiling the newest trail at VK | Another Bites The Dust

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Based on a question in the comments, I want to clarify that the membership for the Virginia Key Bike Club is yearly. If you're interested in purchasing one to help out the trails, you can do so here: vkbctrails.com/index.php/membership/

[@greghamra5626]

Stefano. I totally loved this video. I joined VKBC after seeing your video. Well deserved and glad I could contribute a bit, especially since earlier in the day I'd taken a few runs through the park and discovered the wooden roller coaster, Another One Bites The Dust. What fun! Thank you, VKBC, Frenchie, et. al.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thank YOU Greg! Happy to hear you enjoyed and became a member.

[@paulsmtbrides]

The line over the boat made me laugh 😂 did not see that coming haha. Looks like a great place to ride.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

I'm still not sure its an official line, but if there's one place where it'd be at home its in Florida lol.

[@verdonrocksphotography3510]

Its great when non traditional market like is FL is enthusiasts invested to unique trail! Love the fact they painted trail with blue contrasty and grippy stuff, for sure in humid environment it was very smart decision, love it, thank you for sharing V!

[@mikefleming3184]

On the very first day the Dust was open it was raining. I watched closely and I didn't see one person lose traction or slip off their line at all. The non skid paint works really well even at those downhill speeds transitioning into the climbs. Very little pedaling is needed on the climbs if any. Just lay off the breaks and you get sent upward.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

FL has great building due to the fact that the base terrain isn't all that amazing. Its a unique style of riding, but its a lot of fun.

[@gregpowell2468]

I live in Lakeland, Fl. Real close to some really great trails, Carter Rd, Alafia, and Balm Boyette. But I must say Virginia Key looks like a great place to ride. Quite impressed with the crews that contribute to building such awesome trails.

[@angels6865]

Awesome video!! VK has become so unique and technical. Can't wait to show this to all those who have never ridden in Florida, and say there's no mountains to ride on.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks Angel! Couldn't agree more, VK has gotten so much better in these last few months.

[@eddierodriguez7178]

I’m a local and I never noticed the line over the boat. Great stuff!!! Very excited for the future of this park.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

I had been eyeing it for a long time, but really only tried a little while ago. If you check my IG you can see how many times I had to try haha.

[@mikefleming3184]

Great Video. Really shredding and the camera work was excellent. GOOD COMMENTARY TOO. Thanks for making such a primo ad for VK.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks Mike!

[@MonoRider]

That new section is so much fun!!! I will try it soon. Vk Looks so much better now . Thanks for the video💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@BlindstuffMTB]

We gotta ride soon Diego!

[@blakcloud2561]

Wow on so many levels! One, this video really showcases the evolution of your riding from the early days when you were on your Giant. You ride so much faster, confident and aggressive. I say this one shows you off more than the other videos you've done out west because you don't have a lot of gravity helping you out here, because FLORIDA. You gotta earn your speed here. Two, this video really is a love letter to VK, particularly the last few minutes after you left "Another One Bites the Dust" and it's just you riding and riding. I haven't been to VK in a long while, looks like I need to head back soon. Really enjoyed this one. That Jeffsy is holding up well huh?!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks so much man! Really appreciate the kind words. I think it also really helped to get a buddy to help film some 3rd person shots. Everything looks much easier from the GoPro lol. Those trips to other places really help get loose and build confidence that then translates well back to FL, but yes, you're absolutely right, we have no choice but to pedal hard haha! Still loving the Jeffsy, pretty sure my next bike will just be the new version.

[@lazesq]

Thanks for video I got see more of the park in full since I'm a novice rider.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

More to come!

[@CogitoErgoSum67]

Best video I've seen. Thanks you.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thnx Humberto

[@billys.5580]

I rode this trail today and all I can say its WOW! Bring good lungs!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Its exhausting for sure.

[@ashkoninsd]

Awesome. Will be visiting from California

[@YourOwnAdventure]

Looks rad. Stopped everything and put it in fullscreen. Gotta get down there soon! Also, the footage is crispy.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks man! Stoked you enjoyed it. Lmk if you plan to come down. Filmed this on the Hero 7 + a Google Pixel 4, both so easy to use!

[@YourOwnAdventure]

@@BlindstuffMTB For sure. We'll have to link up! It's always surprising how smooth the chin mount looks....

[@BikesTrailsandGreenways]

Sweet trail, those bridges are awesome! I like the high speed passes!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Getting help to film really made a difference on how those passes looked!

[@waltw8230]

Awesome review, looking forward to riding there soon.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks, hope you get to ride here soon!

[@rwogmtb-ridingwitholdguy]

Love VK, we need to get back for a visit, looks like so many new updates.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Definitely changed a lot in the past months, if you haven't seen the new stuff you'd enjoy visiting again.

[@richardanderson4916]

Totally awesome bro!!!!👍👍Vipers out!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thnx man! 🤘🤘🤘

[@XCBen]

Man does that look fun, Stefano. I am excited to get out there soon. Looks like a fun event too.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks Ben! Looking forward to seeing your take on it. Lmk when you're coming down to VK.

[@mrrims]

Looks like a fun trail to ride !

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Great because its a very different trail depending on how much you push.

[@HallMarc_Trails]

This place looks amazing, you're riding is spot on too :)

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks Marc, it's been so much to see it grow into a more mature park.

[@americantrailrider7031]

Love the boat line!!! Have to try that next time..

[@BlindstuffMTB]

You should! Hurry up though, because with the jumpline build its probably going to become impossible pretty soon.

[@americantrailrider7031]

@@BlindstuffMTB cool. I'll get out there this weekend.

[@LiftedAdventures]

Awesome man. Gotta make it down that way some day.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Its totally worth it.

[@andrewapotheosis]

Great video! Got a membership can’t wait to go on a night ride!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Night riding is one of my favorite parts of the membership. Makes VK look like a completely new place!

[@EdwinJoseFranceschiRios]

Dude you have leveled up quite a lot in your riding 💪🏻 so loose!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks so much!

[@greenbikemike4805]

Dude I want to drive the 10 hours south to ride there now !!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Next time you're coming to FL, definitely make the stop.

[@MrTonka]

Yeah! Getting after it!!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Full send!

[@Giftig--Daniel-P]

Those trails are really awesome. They're about 6 levels above my riding level tho. Bike parks are cool, I tend to stick to trails around bike parks instead cause they're more natural/longer. But this was a fun watch.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Just a matter of practice. Spend enough time on the bike and you can ride whatever you feel like it. A few years ago this seemed impossible to me.

[@Sean-zm3dp]

This is a great video but man, I got to say, that is an amazing thumbnail. Did you make it yourself?

[@JAPE70]

Awesome video... did you filmed the video with a chest mounted GoPro, can you share the model and the settings used? Thanks!

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Thanks! I filmed this with a Hero 7. 1440p, Protune On, Flat color profile, and then color corrected in Adobe Premiere. Mounted to the chinbar of my helmet.

[@JAPE70]

@@BlindstuffMTB Thank you!

[@ricardo6695]

What advise you give to a starter rookie. Got a decent bike to start and still trying to master the trails at Amelia. Looking to jump on this one soon but looks a bit tougher than Amelia. By rookie rider I mean I’ve ridden only 3 times and got the bike 2 weeks ago.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Ride, ride, ride. There's no replacement for just spending time on the bike. VK is definitely harder than Amelia, but nothing is mandatory, you can always do the trails you feel comfortable with and skip the others. Welcome to the sport.

[@synndakitt]

Great vid. I am an advance blue trail rider. If I only had one afternoon to ride in Miami, between Markham and Vk, what would be the best trail?

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Sorry about the delay. They're both awesome, Markham is more technical, VK is more flowy.

[@KarelPZ]

How do you get into this sport. What bike should I get that won’t brake the bank but will get me going.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Given the video you commented on, I assume your local to South Florida. If so, your easiest bet is to come to Virginia Key and rent a bike from the VKOC. If you're looking to buy you have to start thinking about budget a little bit more, a good hardtail is likely to be the best option if you want something new. If you're ok with going used, you can get more for your money, but you have to look out for the shape the bike is in. If you want, message me on IG and I can guide you a bit more.

[@Thisthat1234]

Sorry. Not sure If you mentioned it. What YT are you riding ?

[@BlindstuffMTB]

The Jeffsy. This was on my 2017 27, just switched over to their 29er. There's also a vid on my channel

[@netposerx]

Is the membership per year or month?

[@BlindstuffMTB]

I should have clarified. Per year! Per month would be insane lol.

[@netposerx]

@@BlindstuffMTB Haha. Maybe provide a link where to get that membership?

[@BlindstuffMTB]

@@netposerx Done, pinned a comment with it. Thank you for the idea.

[@nicolasquinonez5111]

This is a kids playground Florida citizens don’t know real mtb and great video my guy

[@ShoneDaddy]

I hate how XC focused VK is honestly. It needs a jump line, and the rocky terrain just makes it so much more tiring than it has to be.

[@BlindstuffMTB]

Have you ridden the new jumps in stairway to heaven or the ones in long and winding road? A new jumpline is coming soon too, come out and help build. What rocky terrain?

[@skatetheglobe]

Sucks to spend all that money to build something that isn't rideable for everyone. Not sure why they would build it with some sections that are wide and others that aren't. As adaptive mountain bikers, we aren't asking to remake every trail but if you're gonna build new ones at least make them wide enough for everyone to use. Sure does look fun though

[@BlindstuffMTB]

I have to admit I have very minimal knowledge on adaptive mountain biking. At VK we have a route that covers only adaptive trails, however, it doesn't include them all. The entrance to this trail is already on a trail that can't be accesed on an adaptive bike; I don't make these kinda choice, but I assume that the club decided to not go as wide as needed since access was already a no-go. I will make sure to voice your opinion next time I'm there so we take these things into consideration. Thanks so much for letting us know of the oversight.