Can we just appreciate that Blake high sided earlier in the week, smacked a tree with the same shoulder and still raced "The Crab" and finished in the top 30% of the racers. The guy is an absolute legend. I say yes to a full suspension bike Blake but really set up your jigs well for alignment and practice your welding. A Blake's Builds dual suspension is just what we need, you can try it out against Neil's budget down hill bike and compare how it rides. Actually it would be interesting to compare it with Rich's XC bike too. Martyn could set the challenges, Doddy and Anna can talk about your tech on the bike, it could be fun for everyone.
Imagine being involved in that race, looking at the results list and realising you weren't that far off Blake Samson and feeling great about yourself. Then this video drops and you realise, while you were on an enduro superbike, he was riding a hardtail he built in his garage with no prior experience that is also notorious for not even being able to ride in a straight line!!!
very impressive, I've done enough welding to know that wasn't as easy as people may think. loving the patina that the Crab is acquiring, needs a little more before clearcoating it to lock that in nicely.. Definitely make a full sus bike, I'll look forward to that.
Wow Blake is pretty insane to race in home made bike..But that is what he is capable of done. Race with whatever ride he is in. Lol Awesome mate!!!!!!!
It's insane that you didn't fly off the bike while you were concerned for the crab the whole time, not to mention that you kept up with other riders using your fairly jank bike XD. Amazing job and i'm glad to see that you're in one piece! Try to find a jig to keep the hub's holes aligned next time and keep an eye out if you do build a full suspension bike.
I don't care much to see a full suspension built, but I would like to see the Crab Mk II. Modifications to the geometry, maybe improvements to the welding skills?
Just ride like a champ, Blake your steel frame and head are amazing, hardtails doesn't allow you to sit same as the full suspension which mean you did double the work of any of other racers, can't wait to see you building a full suspension I think you will start a huge DIY mtb community
This is brilliant to watch. I stumbled across the initial videos on this bike right at the point i was starting a similar project in my own garage. I finished mine last May and sadly have not done a huge amount with it. Bits and pieces and local runs but nothing like this video, but it was the realisation of a lifelong dream to do it. I recommend it to anyone who loves bikes and loves tinkering. 👍
Son of a gun, you really went with the idea. We finally get to see The Krab ride Blake in a race. 😆 Btw, I think the crab needs some clear paint and rust inhibitor.
Nah, just give it a forced patina and wipe it with tough cloth after every wash. That’s what I do on my custom hardtail that I made out of spring steel.
Love it Blake, you should hang up the bike in the shape after the race at the room for Dirt Shed Show for display as a monument over "Professor Blake". The man with all the crazy and weird ideas. Can just say again, this was really nice, interesting and funny.
This is great, I’m gonna change the head tube angle now , 63.5 but then oh I like 64 actually cut weld. Pretty awesome makes me want to build my own chrome moly frame.
Blake Builds is the only part of GMBN i find entertaining. Please make a full suspension bike, and practive welding a bit more for better penetration and nicer welds that flow a bit more, they look a bit cold. :) Love your energy!
Well done Sir! A hell of an accomplishment! I would definitely like to see you build a full suspension bike now. Truth be told....on the step down stage I really did expect to see you crash hard after the front end came apart 😂 Nice job!
Even the worst welds still weld. Congratulations hopefully you've overcome the physiological aspects of your own handiwork. Ps a tip for your new venture practice your welding on old scraps of metal , even the best welders do this. 👍
I had a BMX bike that was welded together break straight in half when I was 10 years old in the mid 80's. I was jumping off a 4 foot platform after watching the movie Rad. I landed straight on my forehead, of course back then we didn't wear helmets either.
Great vid, only thing to spoil it was the 'music' (don't know why people feel the need to overlay the worst music possible onto videos) I'm looking forward to seeing you build a full sus, bi,e and race that 💪
Blake you are an inspiration. You're gift to the Mountain Biking community. Cheers mate.
Thanks GMBN Team for keeping us entertained. I'm a long time follower and this is one of my favorite channels. PLEASE don't change a thing !
It was great to meet you, Blake, top guy 🤟
Hell yer for the full suspension. Never doubt a Blake build 🤘
100% need to build a full sus now Blake, name it the Lobster :D
Or if the welds are bad, the Kraken
😂the lobster. Like it!! Deal!!!
@@Zimblake Yes! I can't wait!
@@brettjohnson9453 My first mtb bike was a Carrera Kraken lol....
yes pls
Can we just appreciate that Blake high sided earlier in the week, smacked a tree with the same shoulder and still raced "The Crab" and finished in the top 30% of the racers. The guy is an absolute legend. I say yes to a full suspension bike Blake but really set up your jigs well for alignment and practice your welding. A Blake's Builds dual suspension is just what we need, you can try it out against Neil's budget down hill bike and compare how it rides. Actually it would be interesting to compare it with Rich's XC bike too. Martyn could set the challenges, Doddy and Anna can talk about your tech on the bike, it could be fun for everyone.
The crab fan here. Been waiting for every ride of it. Pretty neat in the trails.🎉🎉🎉
you are a winner anyway, best in HT-Cat, best over 30 on a HT, Best on a build your own HT, best GMBN Presenter on a build your own HT ...........
Love your style, Blake. Making riding fun, first and foremost.
Imagine being involved in that race, looking at the results list and realising you weren't that far off Blake Samson and feeling great about yourself. Then this video drops and you realise, while you were on an enduro superbike, he was riding a hardtail he built in his garage with no prior experience that is also notorious for not even being able to ride in a straight line!!!
Hey Blake, you need to get that frame rust proofed.
Great vid👍
very impressive, I've done enough welding to know that wasn't as easy as people may think. loving the patina that the Crab is acquiring, needs a little more before clearcoating it to lock that in nicely.. Definitely make a full sus bike, I'll look forward to that.
Wow Blake is pretty insane to race in home made bike..But that is what he is capable of done. Race with whatever ride he is in. Lol Awesome mate!!!!!!!
Awesome Riding Blake,The Crab Certainly Did You Proud.Look Forward To Your Full Suspension Build Dude!!
Blake is the coolest. Positive energy. Yes keep building and yes build a full S.
Thanks for another fantastic video Blake........GMBN is so inspiring
Yes, Blake. Of course we want to see you build a full suspension bike.
Racing on the Frankenbike, ohhh,..a bit anxious and nerves.....I love it!!
I vote yes! Love the Blake-builds-bikes series!
It's insane that you didn't fly off the bike while you were concerned for the crab the whole time, not to mention that you kept up with other riders using your fairly jank bike XD. Amazing job and i'm glad to see that you're in one piece! Try to find a jig to keep the hub's holes aligned next time and keep an eye out if you do build a full suspension bike.
I don't care much to see a full suspension built, but I would like to see the Crab Mk II. Modifications to the geometry, maybe improvements to the welding skills?
you are my hero blake samson, the reason I love hardtail.
You're a serious MTBer when you have welder in the tool box
Lmfao seriously off his head trustin them welds🤯 😂🤣😂😂😂🤣 most welders wouldnt trust ther own welds like that
😂😂😂😂
@@Rab_Cee Yup, and I'm one of them.
Imagine having a full blow TIG setup and a 7075 3D printer on your van 💀💎
Goes too show you dont need a super expensive bike too have a good time riding or racing. 👍
Yes! Congrats, Blake! Please build a full suspension bike! Use a protractor to get the right angles for it.
10:18, knew there would be a clip of Leon somewhere. He’s one fast bloke
Just ride like a champ, Blake your steel frame and head are amazing, hardtails doesn't allow you to sit same as the full suspension which mean you did double the work of any of other racers, can't wait to see you building a full suspension I think you will start a huge DIY mtb community
Felt sick almost as much as Blake watching that.....
Well done
This is brilliant to watch. I stumbled across the initial videos on this bike right at the point i was starting a similar project in my own garage. I finished mine last May and sadly have not done a huge amount with it. Bits and pieces and local runs but nothing like this video, but it was the realisation of a lifelong dream to do it. I recommend it to anyone who loves bikes and loves tinkering. 👍
Son of a gun, you really went with the idea. We finally get to see The Krab ride Blake in a race. 😆
Btw, I think the crab needs some clear paint and rust inhibitor.
in rust we trust!
Nah, just give it a forced patina and wipe it with tough cloth after every wash. That’s what I do on my custom hardtail that I made out of spring steel.
Build again Blake. But please get a jig first. I think the viewers were just as concerned and very glad you and the Crab got through it!!! Awesome!!!
Love this bike
100% for the full suspension bike
The "Crab" did great!! And, heck yes. You should build a dual suspension.
Rock on Blake!!!
Love it Blake, you should hang up the bike in the shape after the race at the room for Dirt Shed Show for display as a monument over "Professor Blake". The man with all the crazy and weird ideas. Can just say again, this was really nice, interesting and funny.
Do it Blake! Build a full squash! Give us all hope that we can build the bike of our dreams!
Cant wait for the full suspension build! Might try to make one too! 😂
Your home made bike is a testament to your welding both you and the bike did well I can't wait to see what you built next 👌🏾💯
Amazing !!! Great video and creative
Hell yes build a full suss. Well done mate for this one.
Great work Blake! Both on the bike and your ride. Man, I'm so happy to see it hold up the way it did. I think you should totally do a dual sus.
Maybe show the crab some colour??? Luv to see you paint it!
Please!! Yes please!!! Build a full squish!
The CRAB is AMAZING ❤ WOULD LOVE to see you build a full suspension bike that would be epic ❤
best bike name ever Blake, your feckin' awesome dude
Proper trooper 👌 👏
This is great, I’m gonna change the head tube angle now , 63.5 but then oh I like 64 actually cut weld. Pretty awesome makes me want to build my own chrome moly frame.
Well done my brother! Congrats on building a beast.
Build it ..I love the crab built video...I learned something...
Keep being amazing … you are awesome
Heck yea !!!! would love to see a Full Sus built !!!! Do it....
Build the full sus Blake, build it! Love your Blake Builds projects 😊
Your a beast Blake. Whar a legend.
AWESOME Blake so stoked for you that you rode the Krab in a mini enduro 👊🤘
Great video #GMBN crew 🤘
A full sus would be amazing I reckon a 160 enduro bike would be wicked
Well done Blake 👏
Blake Builds is the only part of GMBN i find entertaining.
Please make a full suspension bike, and practive welding a bit more for better penetration and nicer welds that flow a bit more, they look a bit cold. :)
Love your energy!
Yes build it!
Yes to FS!
Wow Blake absolutely EPIC when I seen the title I had to watch in the view of something was going to snap but amazing epic build of the hardtail
Keep it up Gmbn
Well done Sir! A hell of an accomplishment! I would definitely like to see you build a full suspension bike now.
Truth be told....on the step down stage I really did expect to see you crash hard after the front end came apart 😂
Nice job!
Yes, full suspension would be awesome!
Great video thanks Blake and GMBN
Next up: the birth of Samson Cycles. Well done,Blake! Deakinator approved!
7:31 May i know, where can i get the gopro mount?
Blake is the man!
True Legend Blake
We need to see Blake build a full suspension in his garage!
YES FS build please!!
hell yeah we wanna see you build another bike!
YESSSS, go build a fully Blake 😃👍🏾🎊
where we can see how did you weld your own frame? step by step
👍 Build the BLULLY & they will come ‼️
0:41 it's just the blake style 😂
Yes full suspension build ….🎉
Yes! Build a fully now
Build it! Build it! Build it! Yay!
I agree you should do full suspension
Definitely need to build a full sus. I built one, designing it in linkage software and its amazing. I would be looking forward to see you build one.
GO FOR IT..
Build it! Build it! Build it!!!
Carbon wrap the joints for reinforcement, it would effectively hide the welds and reinforce the key areas.
Wooo GG ! I would definitely let a pro welder redo the junctions because u did a great job building it already
Running hot way to go blake!!
Does anyone know much about this enduro event? Do you need to sign up? How often is it etc… TIA
Even the worst welds still weld. Congratulations hopefully you've overcome the physiological aspects of your own handiwork. Ps a tip for your new venture practice your welding on old scraps of metal , even the best welders do this. 👍
planning to build ny very first mtb and it's a hardtail. my frsne choice is a dartmoor hornet. any thoughts on the quality of the brand
Get building Blake 👍
Build a full suspension!! That would be sick!
Build it Blake! 😁
Maybe paint crab before its next appearance :)
Wonna See you riding the Mega Evalance it would be so funny to watch😮😂
😅you are indeed a bike builder welldone! yeah love to see you build a fullsus next time😆🤘🏻
Absolutely want to see you build a full sus and race it!! DO IT DO IT
It takes a brave man to ride on welds like that!
It is April 1st today right?!
I had a BMX bike that was welded together break straight in half when I was 10 years old in the mid 80's. I was jumping off a 4 foot platform after watching the movie Rad. I landed straight on my forehead, of course back then we didn't wear helmets either.
Great vid, only thing to spoil it was the 'music' (don't know why people feel the need to overlay the worst music possible onto videos) I'm looking forward to seeing you build a full sus, bi,e and race that 💪
Awesome video Blake! Bike did great. 👍You should absolutely build a full suspension! Love the van build also. Keep up the good work. 😜