I know three things: 1. Never invite Ryan over if you want warm weather. 2. Never be on the same flight as Ryan. 3. Ryan lets everyone ride his Pole, but I was the first. 😆😉 Awesome vid, man!
.If you or Ryan are ever homeless in Salt Lake City the Latter Day Saints will house and feed you. For 2 weekly days of custodian labor at their Temple.
Yay Santa Cruz-Santa Carla, where they filmed the 1987 vampire biker's rock and roll classic movie "The Lost Boys." My favourite film. Great video. Thank you mate.
My round trip ride to Santa Cruz and home again average 2,400 miles. Which is mainly I-5 at posted speed limit and off-road amid the Modoc Nation Forest seeking underground lava exploration. I use a DR-650.
Love the intro. Awesome. Will you be riding near Santa Barbara or Buellton. If your do then ride the Santa Ynez river Bed or the Dirt jumps in Lompoc called River Bend Bike Park
Okay thanks though keep up the great work 👍. Maybe I could ride with you cause I am know the trails around Buellton and Lompoc and Santa Barbara really well. Love your vids. Your bike is awesome. Huge fan. Thank you for replying to my comment. Always on it. Thanks 👍🚵🏼♂️
I do 2,400 mile rides, To Santa Cruz and home again. Also ride with Canadians at VEDDER MOUNTAIN. Free, open 24/7, with volunteer maintained routes. Might be too cold in winter rides for Californians.
I am getting ready to upgrade bikes and I would like to get something a little longer and slacker. I think the POLE is a little too extreme for me. But, i wanted to ask you how the XC (pedaling) part of your rides has been with such a long and low bike with suck a slack head tube angle.
New bike time! That's always exciting. The Evolink pedals really well actually. For a pedalling platform, I'd say its right between a Giant Reign and a Pivot Mach6, so not too squishy but not super firm either. Surprisingly enough, the geo makes for a great handling trail bike. You've kinda got to try it for yourself to really understand, but it's the best climber I've ever ridden and there's no wandering of the front wheel. Hope that helps!
So, wait, you have a DH frame, with Enduro parts?!?! How does it handle with the single crown fork? That's an awesome idea!!! I should do something with all my spares.
I researched it before. It's East of San Diego. Search for "Roman Road" and "Stairway to Hell." Supposedly the whole trail is awesome and shouldn't be ridden without a partner. Noble Canyon. Gotta hit that one up...bucket list. www.mtbproject.com/trail/561945/noble-canyon
There is always next time, if you ride with someone who really knows the area you can find yourself on some of the steepest, most tech trials in the US!
Yeah, riding the pig trails, the illegal trails in the Forest. Shame on you and the guy who took you there! I have ridden Niscene (and still do) since the 80's when we could ride on the hiking trails then the State Parks banned ALL mountainbikes from the park. I went to meetings and advocated for trail access, but because irresponsible riders were bombing down hiking trails and having collisions and scaring hikers the State Parks decided to allow bikes only on the fire road north of the steel bridge. Now with the advent of the Demo Forest riding area irresponsible riders are making illegal trails in the Forest. Actions like this will get us ALL banned from the Forest by the SP. Look, the Demo has some great trails, Wilder has some great trails, Ft Ord has some great trails! There are plenty of p;aces to go without infringing on places you shouldn't go. Remember; just because you can doesn't mean you should. Please be more responsible in your riding. Stay on trails and don't go making them without the landowners permission. Flame on!
I know three things:
1. Never invite Ryan over if you want warm weather.
2. Never be on the same flight as Ryan.
3. Ryan lets everyone ride his Pole, but I was the first.
😆😉
Awesome vid, man!
.If you or Ryan are ever homeless in Salt Lake City
the Latter Day Saints will house and feed you. For
2 weekly days of custodian labor at their Temple.
Those trails look absolutely magical. I really like the intro of this video.
Thanks RT! Such incredible trails.
Yay Santa Cruz-Santa Carla, where they filmed the 1987 vampire biker's rock and roll classic movie
"The Lost Boys."
My favourite film.
Great video.
Thank you mate.
That intro was awesome!
Thanks Ryan! It's way too much fun, making these vids.
Why is he talking to his GoPro? LOL. Good Times man! Can't wait to see the rest of the footage!
Great content and editing. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride.
I'm glad you liked it! It was a fun day. There's plenty more to post from this trip!
Oh man, those trails through the forest look amazing. So rad.
Endless singletrack! It was a blast.
Killer editing as always, can't wait til part 2
Thanks! Should be out in a couple of days.
My round trip ride to Santa Cruz and home again average 2,400 miles.
Which is mainly I-5 at posted speed limit and off-road amid the Modoc
Nation Forest seeking underground lava exploration. I use a DR-650.
Love the opening!! Such a beautiful coast!
It is! Loved it out there.
These are my local trails, thank you so much for reviewing them hope you enjoy!
Lucky! What a place 👌🏼
Great stuff. Speed on that trail looked fun
Thanks! Ya there were a few fun, high speed sections.
Right after your gimbal goes haywire, it looks like you're just falling uncontrollably down a cliff, haha ;)
Haha ya things looked a little more stressful from that point on 😂
Looks super fun and really narrow and scary lol
Haha yup that about sums it up!
Props for letting the shuttle driver ride your bike
It's fun to see the expressions on peoples faces haha
Northeast US people too! Went to Phoenix at the end of February, freezing every day! They said it never gets this cold! Lol!
What are the odds? Oh well, at least we're used to it haha
sweet vid man, you have such a sick editing style!!
Thanks Isaac!
the intro was amazing
It was fun to make! Thanks man
I think everyone you meet up with has to ride the Pole. You might need to change it from fastest bike to most popular haha.
Ha ya true enough!
Another Loam Ranger good to watch while you're "high" vid
Glad I can be of service 😂🤘🏼
This video is awesome! Good job!
Thanks! Glad you like it.
Great video man I’ve been watching you lately and you’ve caught my eye 👁. Keep it up man
Thanks Nicholas!
Great video love the channel
Thanks Trooper!
Man I'm so envious of that pole
How many times have I heard that before?!
Shuttle Dave is the man!
He is! Such a cool guy.
Love the intro. Awesome. Will you be riding near Santa Barbara or Buellton. If your do then ride the Santa Ynez river Bed or the Dirt jumps in Lompoc called River Bend Bike Park
Thanks! Unfortunately I'm back in Canada already, but next time I'm down there I'll check those places out. Cheers!
Okay thanks though keep up the great work 👍. Maybe I could ride with you cause I am know the trails around Buellton and Lompoc and Santa Barbara really well. Love your vids. Your bike is awesome. Huge fan. Thank you for replying to my comment. Always on it. Thanks 👍🚵🏼♂️
Great vid as usual, Ryan! Could you do a mini-review of the MRP Ramp Control?
Thanks! Ya once I get properly acquainted with it and how it changes the ride for me, I'll put something together for the fork/ramp control. Cheers!
Nice, thanks! Keep up the good work! :)
You're gonna get us Canadians not invited places if you keep bringing this Alberta weather with you!! Great video.
Haha I know! Those cold fronts just follow us around :D
The Loam Ranger's Swag, too much sauceeee
Dude...what trail is that? I live in the area and I have no clue what that trail is. I know it’s not Demo and must be part of Nisene Marks
Yup it's the other side of the mountain. Shhhhhh ;)
Is it just me or does the intro sounds like if your going to ride a santa cruz bike? Nice vid keep up the good work!
Haha ya I thought that as well for a minute. Slightly confusing :D
Was your intro inspired by the intro of Trailer Park Boys? Anyone else get that vibe with the music and slo motion b roll? I dig
It wasn't actually, but now I'm gonna go check out that other intro haha.
Pole + Tall Ryan = putting that new helmet to the test!
I smashed the top of my head on a tree again yesterday... it's the new normal haha
The Loam Ranger I rode last weekend with a guy that’s 6’6” and quickly realized how his height plays a direct role in his riding style
Did you go by Santa Cruz Bicycles by chance? Some great trails up at the school behind SCB.
Not this time! Would have been cool to check out though.
"He's talking to his go pro" he says, talking to his own go pro
Looks fun. Nice riding.
Cheers Brian!
I do 2,400 mile rides, To Santa Cruz and home again.
Also ride with Canadians at VEDDER MOUNTAIN. Free,
open 24/7, with volunteer maintained routes. Might be
too cold in winter rides for Californians.
I love your channel come to Australia
I'll definitely get out there one day!
I am getting ready to upgrade bikes and I would like to get something a little longer and slacker. I think the POLE is a little too extreme for me. But, i wanted to ask you how the XC (pedaling) part of your rides has been with such a long and low bike with suck a slack head tube angle.
New bike time! That's always exciting. The Evolink pedals really well actually. For a pedalling platform, I'd say its right between a Giant Reign and a Pivot Mach6, so not too squishy but not super firm either. Surprisingly enough, the geo makes for a great handling trail bike. You've kinda got to try it for yourself to really understand, but it's the best climber I've ever ridden and there's no wandering of the front wheel.
Hope that helps!
That does help, thanks a lot for the response.
Cool vid. What is the name of the trail you are riding?
So, wait, you have a DH frame, with Enduro parts?!?!
How does it handle with the single crown fork?
That's an awesome idea!!! I should do something with all my spares.
The Pole Evolink 140 is a 140mm travel trail bike! It just so happens to have some seriously progressive geometry :)
Ha Ha Brian kranstans extreme carnivals
yeah come to Australia!!!!!
One day!
I go to niseane marks all the time
I would too if I was in the area!
damn man that forest is amazing. if i go in you will never find me again. never want to go home again.
I felt the same way!
The Loam Ranger I see BKXC riding in Canada and I'm like thats it I'm packing up and moving to Canada.
Great video bro
Where is this trail ?
Im in San Jose ca
Why didn't you guys do woodcutters trail at the beginning??
Not sure! I was just following Orbie :)
These are my local trails 😅
Wait trail is that?
Ride noble canyon in the cuyamaca trail system I dare you. It is like a little easier version of Moab utah
Double dog dare?? I'll have to check it out next time I'm in the area.
Owen mccarter is that in Santa Barbara
I researched it before. It's East of San Diego. Search for "Roman Road" and "Stairway to Hell." Supposedly the whole trail is awesome and shouldn't be ridden without a partner. Noble Canyon. Gotta hit that one up...bucket list.
www.mtbproject.com/trail/561945/noble-canyon
Yes double dog
Come to eagle mountain Utah
I'll put it on the list!
love bacon to doughnuts
That was a fun line!
Agreed, but quite blowin the names up on the internet, don't want these trails shut down
true
I love the trails tooooo
How can I find this trail?
Go ride laguna beach!
We thought about doing that but the timing didn't work out!
There is always next time, if you ride with someone who really knows the area you can find yourself on some of the steepest, most tech trials in the US!
16:10 rollercoaster ride starts here ;-p
What's the name of this trail?
Which one??
11:27
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Who is your favourite rider ?
Tough call, but right now I'd say Isak Leivsson
Song in the intro?
Hmm I can't remember! It's a track from Epidemic Sound.
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Yeah, riding the pig trails, the illegal trails in the Forest. Shame on you and the guy who took you there! I have ridden Niscene (and still do) since the 80's when we could ride on the hiking trails then the State Parks banned ALL mountainbikes from the park. I went to meetings and advocated for trail access, but because irresponsible riders were bombing down hiking trails and having collisions and scaring hikers the State Parks decided to allow bikes only on the fire road north of the steel bridge. Now with the advent of the Demo Forest riding area irresponsible riders are making illegal trails in the Forest. Actions like this will get us ALL banned from the Forest by the SP.
Look, the Demo has some great trails, Wilder has some great trails, Ft Ord has some great trails! There are plenty of p;aces to go without infringing on places you shouldn't go. Remember; just because you can doesn't mean you should. Please be more responsible in your riding. Stay on trails and don't go making them without the landowners permission.
Flame on!
Fuck off, everyone in SC rides those trails. Half the staff at SCB hit up upper campus on their lunch break.