@@MTBr-of-SoCal All good trails for sure. The rock garden on rockit is a bit much for some, but otherwise that trail is really fun for many. Thanks for the comment
I think the closer it is the more people ride it and the more total joy it will bring. For many of us the closeness means crowd so it can also be seen as a negative. Thanks for the comment.
It's simple and easy, but the jumps and berms can make it fun for the more advanced rider. There's an even bigger jump I didn't show because you have to come from another trail or do a hike a bike. Then, you can hit the rest of the trails right there.
Rad! I'm glad you were able to find the video. It's funny, you'll be faster and safer the less you skid. It was really fun riding the trail with you that day.
Awesome, let me know what you think. These trails are ridable by almost everyone. If you want better trails that need more skills let me know. Of course we have to wait for the rains to stop. Waterworks will dry faster then most trails, but I'm sure it's flooded right now.
Thanks for the video. You mentioned a few times, "We might see some hikers..." Have you considered wearing a bell to alert other trail users that you are coming...around that blind corner?
Yes, I ride with the Timber Bell. I've broken a few in crashes and replace them because I believe in them so much. Videos don't sound very good with the bell ringing so I try to keep it off when filming. Thanks for the comment.
Lizards is definitely a good trail. What do you think of Lizards after the county worked on it? I can't decide if it's better or worse....Thanks for the comment.
@@MTBMOR To be honest, I hadn't really noticed much! As long as they don't remove the jumps and tame the rock gardens, etc. I'm good with trail maintenance. I wish the county would add more wooden features, haha! ;-D
You definitetly got that double on waterworks that you skip in the beginning. You should try hitting it and land to the side until you feel confident going for it. Just careful in not going dead sailor trying turn and set up for that jump, but you definitely got it.
I'll bet you will get a lot of opinions on "Best." I think what you mean is "Best Bang for Buck" trails. I think we are spoiled here and there are quite a few depending on your skill level and time available to ride. Water Works is all around a gem in OC and Aliso has something for everyone. I still gotta make it down to SC, just too stuck in my local rut with my usual crew to get down there. Yew!!🤘
We are spoiled here. I sometimes psycho myself out because there are so many choices. It seems like many people prefer the rockier trails and there are many times I prefer them too. Since you don't make it down to SC, what would you put on this list?
@@MTBMOR we ride a lot of the same spots and I’m not super picky, I’m always happy to be on a bike. What I like to ride often depends on the temperature (hot or cold), what my cardio condition is in, and what I have to do when I get home from riding 😆
I have several different bikes. From a 170/170 Full Enduro to a 100/100 XC race bike. For most of these trails a trail bike would be best ( something with around 130 mm travel) but I can ride these on any of my bikes. Depending on my mood, I'd grab my Canyon Trail Lux or Trek Slash for these.
What other trails do you think should be on this list that create as much "Stoke" as these 3 trails?
I’d put the luge on the list.
@@laderamtb3684 Luge is one of my favorites, but I think it's a bit too much for some people to get out and ride.
5 Oak & Rock-It in Aliso for me. Luge is also great but getting there is a freakin' job!
@@MTBr-of-SoCal All good trails for sure. The rock garden on rockit is a bit much for some, but otherwise that trail is really fun for many. Thanks for the comment
I’m new to OC and have only ridden Waterworks so far. I appreciate this video.
My pleasure. Please don't hesitate to ask questions. I've made videos for most of the main trails in the area.
Thank you. I am 70 and usually ride XC type trail Siskyu D7 at Puddingstone/Bonelli in Pomona/San Dimas area. I will have to get down to OC.
Yes, we have tons of XC and great weather.
love all three of the trails you showed, also nice new profile pic, threw me off at first
Thanks for the comment. I switched it up to show support for Von Zipper.
@@MTBMOR awesome, its a rad photo!
@@TumorWarriorMedia Thanks for the compliment. I hear you are back on the bike.
@@MTBMOR indeed I am
Love your attitude! Looking forward to hitting some of these trails
Thank you, it's all about having fun! Personally I am always trying to progress, but I know it not all that important in the big picture.
Great Video. I never thought of closeness to the trailhead as being a factor in how good a trail is.
I think the closer it is the more people ride it and the more total joy it will bring. For many of us the closeness means crowd so it can also be seen as a negative. Thanks for the comment.
I haven't tried waterworks, looks fun...good trail choices
It's simple and easy, but the jumps and berms can make it fun for the more advanced rider. There's an even bigger jump I didn't show because you have to come from another trail or do a hike a bike. Then, you can hit the rest of the trails right there.
Hahaha! Love the commentary. Now gotta hit some of these.
And I need to go hit 5 Oaks....It's been too long since I've ridden it. I just don't like the hike a bike to get there.
Great choices man! Every time I hear your chill stoke it makes me want to ride! ✌🏼🤟🏼
Thanks for the comment. We need to ride together again soon.
@@MTBMOR agreed! I’d love to!
Yo! Those volunteers were me and my buddy. I was the guy skidding lol.
Rad! I'm glad you were able to find the video. It's funny, you'll be faster and safer the less you skid. It was really fun riding the trail with you that day.
Total stoke trails for me would be:
1. TNA
2. Luge
3. Chutes Ridgeline
Those might be my favorite trails. All of them are a bit rocky for a lot of people, but I really did them. You have good taste in trails :)
Those in oc area?
Yes all in the OC area
Great vid bro. Just moved down to OC from NorCal. Nice edits and commentary. Gonna hit these up fo sho
Awesome, let me know what you think. These trails are ridable by almost everyone. If you want better trails that need more skills let me know. Of course we have to wait for the rains to stop. Waterworks will dry faster then most trails, but I'm sure it's flooded right now.
Awesome video!
Thanks for the compliment. I love watching these trails.
Great video
Thank you for the comment. It's always a blast making a video about good trails.
Thanks for the video. You mentioned a few times, "We might see some hikers..." Have you considered wearing a bell to alert other trail users that you are coming...around that blind corner?
Yes, I ride with the Timber Bell. I've broken a few in crashes and replace them because I believe in them so much. Videos don't sound very good with the bell ringing so I try to keep it off when filming. Thanks for the comment.
"Best" trails, ehh?? Yeah, well, that's just like, your OPINION, man! ;-) Very cool video. I'd say Lizard is another very stoke inducing trail.
Lizards is definitely a good trail. What do you think of Lizards after the county worked on it? I can't decide if it's better or worse....Thanks for the comment.
@@MTBMOR To be honest, I hadn't really noticed much! As long as they don't remove the jumps and tame the rock gardens, etc. I'm good with trail maintenance. I wish the county would add more wooden features, haha! ;-D
Good Video
Thanks for the comment.
You definitetly got that double on waterworks that you skip in the beginning. You should try hitting it and land to the side until you feel confident going for it. Just careful in not going dead sailor trying turn and set up for that jump, but you definitely got it.
Thanks for the comment and vote of confidence. I've hit the lip off to the side and it feels fine. I just need to send it!!!
Great Trails, but a little too mellow for me. I'd pick something more like the Luge.
Popular choice. The Luge is definitely one of my favorites. Thanks for the comment.
Cool some where new to ride.
Glad you liked it. Which trail(s) were new?
@@MTBMOR They are all new to me, I ride SD area for the most part but I am branching out lol
@@LevoRider Nice, I am mainly OC and Big Bear and I want to branch out too.
I'll bet you will get a lot of opinions on "Best." I think what you mean is "Best Bang for Buck" trails. I think we are spoiled here and there are quite a few depending on your skill level and time available to ride. Water Works is all around a gem in OC and Aliso has something for everyone. I still gotta make it down to SC, just too stuck in my local rut with my usual crew to get down there. Yew!!🤘
We are spoiled here. I sometimes psycho myself out because there are so many choices. It seems like many people prefer the rockier trails and there are many times I prefer them too. Since you don't make it down to SC, what would you put on this list?
@@MTBMOR we ride a lot of the same spots and I’m not super picky, I’m always happy to be on a bike. What I like to ride often depends on the temperature (hot or cold), what my cardio condition is in, and what I have to do when I get home from riding 😆
@@MacGyverDad The fun of being a mtb Dad
What kind of bike are you riding?
I have several different bikes. From a 170/170 Full Enduro to a 100/100 XC race bike. For most of these trails a trail bike would be best ( something with around 130 mm travel) but I can ride these on any of my bikes. Depending on my mood, I'd grab my Canyon Trail Lux or Trek Slash for these.