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In regards to the climb, absolutely yes and you can easily return down the path you go up on a gravel bike. However, the downhill section (block trail aka Troy Lee) has sections that would make me nervous on a gravel bike. Not to say it's impossible, but do what you're comfortable with.

Absolutely! Just go at your own pace, be safe! Rock on 🤘

Glad you made it out there today! How were the trails? Is it in decent shape? It’s been a few months since I was last out there.

@@readyasillevermtb3939 First time there it was good. Decent trail condition.

Hello! Yes, that route is mostly Jack Creek Meadow Loop. It's pretty easy to get to from Ranch House trail (paved), or you can get to it from Creek Crossing/East Ridge. Here is the link to trailforks where you can see the trails I'm referring to: www.trailforks.com/region/daley-ranch/?activitytype=1&z=14.2&lat=33.17359&lon=-117.04710&content=trails,labels,nst,region,poi,directory,polygon,waypoint

Start at Oak Mesa Park on Wheeler Ave sir, then follow some people at the parking lot, they’ll get you to the ebtrance

Congrats on the new bike! What did you end up getting? I use a Hero 10 with stock equipment and a chesty mount. Make sure to angle the camera a bit towards the sky to get a better shot while on the bike. I changed a bit of the gopro video capture settings. Have fun out there! 🤘

@@Ryan-hj7gj I got a Co-Op Cycles Drt 1.1. Not expensive by any stretch but it fit MY budget and it does what I need. Thanks for your info, I've used my Hero 9 on the new bike and chesty a couple times and it comes out pretty good. I still can't figure out how to get my handlebars in the frame but that's not going to stop me. I've also got a new phone coming so that should help with the b-roll 😁

Good looking out Kevin! I can imagine most places are a bit dense right now after all of the crazy rains we got.

Thank you! I'm riding a Trek Fuel Ex 8. Only mods to stock I did that're worth mentioning are replacing the entire brake system with SLX levers & SLX 4 piston calipers. Stock brakes were not so great. Overall, the bike rides like a dream!

Hey thanks! The hope is one day she will join the MTB adventure with dad! 😂 that is if mom lets her! Hah!

Thanks bro! I'll accept wake up calls like that any day!

It's quite amazing to look at the history of riding and how it's a full-fledged hobby for tens of thousands of people now. Technology and gear changes exponentially over time, but none of that stuff will ever hold a candle to the memories we make out there.... Thank you for sharing yours!

On Trail Forks, the first trail from the video is Pinball, the second trail was Sith, and the third trail was Return of the Jedi. Trailforks link: www.trailforks.com/region/south-hills-preserve/trails/?activitytype=1&sort=global_rank&order=desc

Awesome man! Thank you! These kinds of perfect riding days only come around a few days a year. Glad so many are getting out there !

thank you! easily one of my favorites! Tell me how it goes 🤘

Hey thanks! loads of fun trails at Hulda Crooks in Loma Linda. I'm quite fortunate that these are my local trails!

It’s definitely worth it! Plus it will make the next climb easier :)

Thanks a lot! The scenery there reminds me a lot of Marshall Canyon. I’m going to post a video of that one soon. I got way behind on video editing & posting rides!

Months! Haha that was three weeks ago but I do agree it feels like months…

100%!! Where've you been riding lately? We should get out to Hulda again one of these days!

Ready as I'll ever MTB no where lately but when im out there ill give y’all a hollar 🤙, the bike has too much dust haha

@@Decepticon313 right on man. Dust off that bike so you can go play in the dust on the trail. 🤘

That's exactly right! There's a lot of parking at "Hulda Crooks Park" at the southern end of Mountain View Ave. It's a huge preserve area and loads of trails to explore.

@@readyasillevermtb3939 Awesome, thanks for this info! Cheers!

Thank you! I can't wait to go back and try it again. You're right about the pressure! It was a little too much. I've since taken some out of the front.

Hah yes! It's gnarly at a couple spots... better to live to ride another day!

Thank you! Everyone has loads of fun on this trail. "Outlaw" that runs adjacent to it is also a blast!

Yes! This Saturday… see you there!

Hey thanks! :)

@@readyasillevermtb3939is there puncture thorns there?

@@jefflodevico3151 I didn’t notice thorns but I’m sure they’re out there this time of year. I run tubeless tires and run with plenty of slime. I haven’t had any issues with punctures the last couple years as the slime seals up any punctures quickly.

@@readyasillevermtb3939thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, I’m not running tubeless and I’ve been to Fullerton Loop and I have a phobia of thorns now

Snow Valley is next! 😄 this past week I’ve been trying to catch up on editing!

It's not as hot as Loma Linda but certainly does get warm during the summer!

Definitely a good challenge and lots of room to improve the skills on. Thanks!

Did you go all the way up to the flag? The major trails that send you to the spot your talking about are Return of Jedi and Sith. Those two trails are heavily ridden, especially Sith which feels like powder right now. There are a couple trails that branch off from both Return of Jedi and Sith, but those little trails aren't obvious or easy to see when riding. Both Sith and Return of Jedi are "advanced" trails, and each has a steep section. How did you like the trails?

@@readyasillevermtb3939 I made it to the flag, went down toward the way I came up(valley view) and went off to the right. It was a quick trail and was kinda on a ridge. I liked everything but I only went down the one trail cause the climb killed me 🤣 I definitely need to work on my endurance for climbs.

@@masterofnone1481 sounds like you did “return of the Jedi” for sure then. Good job on going up to the top! It’s a lot of work to get to the flag. Keep getting out there!

Hey, I'm here for you Ken. Two thumbs up for wide-angle lenses. :)

thanks man!

lol... bro most of my time editing that video was spent cutting me walking down and over ruts!

@@readyasillevermtb3939 🤣🤣

Buddy: *crashing* Ryan: "Rider Down" Ken: "Me too!" so good...

I can’t wait to edit the most recent one. Lol

hey thanks a lot! It's fun making them and documenting the fun!