Longest Downhill Blue Trail in SoCal: Lower Monroe | Mountain Biking California

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  • @IggyEGuana
    @IggyEGuana 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this video. My friends and I did this trail today. It was a blast. But the bottom is all creek right now. We all got our feet soaked. At least now I know how to ride through a creek. And those appreciation stations were very nice. Descent was awesome with hero dirt.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So hyped you guys had a rad ride! ✔️

  • @emraiders81
    @emraiders81 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've done this ride a few times. Climb is a kick in the ass but worth it.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly. By the time you start the descent you forget all about the grind it took to get up the damn thing. ;)

  • @johnc.4025
    @johnc.4025 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh my Tony just watched this video and my wife and I were laughing are assess off with the commentary about the freaky guy staring at you 😂 Classic!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha that's awesome - I was crapping my pants at the time, but I knew I'd look back on it laughing. ;)

  • @19mozart67
    @19mozart67 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video...great memories from that trail from when I used to live in that area....thanks!

  • @wallacedavidg
    @wallacedavidg 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a great ride. Not too hard going up and super fun going down.
    The road is Glendora Mountain Road and it is a super road bike ride.
    LMTT was a forest service road allowing access to a mine back in the 1930s. The forest has reclaimed most of the truck trail to make it a wide 'single track' trail below the fire road.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good to know David. Appreciate the insight. 👌🏼

  • @felix-ve8jk
    @felix-ve8jk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That guy staring at you at the bottom lives there. I see him and others always camping there.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So I was riding in his house. Haha. Good to know TT. 👌🏼

  • @johnmurphy4989
    @johnmurphy4989 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for sharing, I've never heard of this trail. Looks nice.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Josh. 👍🏼

  • @danielmedina_mandown_mtb6363
    @danielmedina_mandown_mtb6363 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I see you are ripping on those new tires 🔥🤘

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Daniel - I’m really liking the new setup.

  • @randyhou8522
    @randyhou8522 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tony, I rode this trail this past Wednesday. That's right, the day after the epic 5 day rainstorm. Another one of my bright ideas. The bottom of the trail was completely washed out, and there were about 8 stream crossings before I got above the water. The steeper parts of the trail were super rutted out. I think the rain took the trail from a blue to black in some parts. But I got to the top, and rediculously beautiful snow-capped mountains as a reward. And the downhill was super fun, navigating all the ruts. Thanks for the good work bro, keep it up!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow the rain really switched things up over there you're the second person that commented on it this week. Glad you had a sick descent though!

  • @tristanmayberry9142
    @tristanmayberry9142 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your videos . Lower Monroe trail was an awesome ride. Nice work out. Awesome down hill. 6 miles up 6 miles down. Not very many people on weekdays.

  • @BigJasonRR
    @BigJasonRR 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was just about to recommend you check this trail out! It's one of my favorite local trails, although I'm guilty of usually shuttling it while I'm working on my fitness. I did the ride up last weekend for the first time on my ebike and had a blast. Great video, per usual!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jason! I try to do this ride once a month. Good stuff. 👌🏼

  • @CraigSotelo
    @CraigSotelo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gotta get you out to Greer Ranch Murrieta you’ll love that place 🤘🏻

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Been there once - it was sick! I'll be back there soon. ;)

  • @senorrobbie
    @senorrobbie 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sick! Definitely going to check out soon.

  • @richardfernandez3604
    @richardfernandez3604 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those views were too nice today🙌🏽🤙🏽

  • @rufinrl02
    @rufinrl02 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    way to go! I always enjoy watching your video.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Appreciate you watching and thank you Rufin!

    • @rufinrl02
      @rufinrl02 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOutsiderMTB Oh thanks to you.. you inspired me to go out there and see other trails.

  • @silverbackK9
    @silverbackK9 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am new to SoCal - love your videos and all the information about the ride.. Thanks

  • @elijah1833
    @elijah1833 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Might have to ride this weekend while vising LA.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Elijah! It’s a good one man. 👍🏼

  • @solid45
    @solid45 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is my local trail. The bottom riverbed section has changed a bit due to the amount of rain we had last winter. There are a few water crossings that you'll have to get off and step across while holding your bike, but we'll fix those just a soon as the water level subsides a bit more. We did some work filling ruts, clearing drains and creating water bars to help prevent new ruts. It's a bit overgrown from the rainfall, but it's still one of the most fun trails in the SGV. Way better than Marshall😉

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good to know and thanks for the feedback. Appreciate that. And thanks for tuning in ! 👌

  • @Humco_ND2
    @Humco_ND2 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to see this Trail finally uploaded! This is my local Trail, I live four miles away.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I remember you asking about this one! You're in a rad location.;)

  • @scottlambeth4871
    @scottlambeth4871 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Try riding the chino hills loop. It can be 20 or 10 mile ride. It would be awesome for you to ride it!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      On my list Scott! I've been waiting to get back in there for the cooler weather and when everything turns green. Love those grassy hills with the singletrack! ;)

  • @nivdavid177
    @nivdavid177 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    like your jeffsy and the music is great!

  • @deanfisher1753
    @deanfisher1753 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just found this video. Two things - One, thanks for showing me a new trail, I don't get up there that often, but would totally like to just get away and ride this. Second, very few would pull out a song from Lonesome Crow, one of my favorite albums. Watching this video was a little surreal as I probably would have that song in my head while descending as well. Awesome, keep up the great content.

  • @TheBikingViking
    @TheBikingViking 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just rode this over the weekend. The trail was very washed out and had huge ruts on the second half. Still a blast to ride!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We must have just missed you - this was filmed this past Saturday!

  • @GoneNoMad
    @GoneNoMad 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great return ride! Was it me, or did you ride better when the music was subtly added into the background? ;) Nice edit. SoCal riding is so foreign to me after riding Santa Cruz. It ALL looks so fast and every corner looks like wash out city. I've been riding 2.6 front and 2.5 rear on 30mm rims all summer and love the extra traction. Looks like you dug the added grip as well. Thanks again for the effort. We DO appreciate the time that you put in.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha - I think you're on to something with the music. ;) And yup - I had to learn how to ride down here in SoCal. Everything is loose and washed out, which at first was scary, but after putting in so many hours it's just part of the ride. It recently rained down here though, so the trails are the best they've been all year. Thanks again GoneNoMad!

  • @aaronk503
    @aaronk503 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loving the channel, I've been riding the same loop with the same trails at Santiago Oaks for quite a while now, and seeing your most recent video there made me go out today and check out something different from what I normally ride. Keep up the great work, you should try and make it out to Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park when you can! Its truly another rad place in the SoCal area!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love hearing that Aaron! I go to Aliso here and there. Really fun with some serious trails. I’m planning on making a vid there soon! 👊🏼

  • @kevincarranza8680
    @kevincarranza8680 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I need to learn how to use my brakes like you do... wait . You don’t! 🤘🏽 sick riding!

  • @071086
    @071086 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My personal favorite trail in SoCal. Noice!

  • @StudBar
    @StudBar 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bro those random rural pull out spots are where dudes go to hook up in the bushes.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Geez. I was just parked in the lot by the trail head. Rural pull outs are the new rest stops? Haha. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @mellissanash7517
    @mellissanash7517 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    These trail guides are great and it be cool to see some trail guides for the LA, Riverside & Ventura trails pls.

  • @RideWithGravity
    @RideWithGravity 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, that was me! I was just nervous & shy! 😅

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha - dude next time say what’s up!! 😉🙋🏻‍♂️

  • @photographer7
    @photographer7 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man. I just want to thank you for sharing all these great videos. I think they're the best of all the mtb videos on youtube. You do a great job of editing so that we get a feel for a trail without having to go on the entire ride. One suggestion is to include some commentary on your use of brakes on downhills - because it looks like you don't use 'em! How do you maintain control?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like them! Haha Believe me I use them. Thanks for saying that.

  • @joshuakotani3829
    @joshuakotani3829 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey man, love all the videos you post. I'm a roadie adding in some mtb experience so being able to see all the local trails you post has been a big help. I noticed you don't ride with a computer. Is there any particular reason why?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome to the channel. I just use Strava I don’t think I have a need for a computer.

  • @shaneduffy4853
    @shaneduffy4853 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great videos - that phone gets left behind a lot 🤣

  • @MrJGBX1
    @MrJGBX1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. Been wanting to hit this one . notice some other videos they start down on Colby trail off Lorraine then ride up to the road to where u parked. Thinking I might start from where u parked as well. Oh and must point out Love for the Appreciation Stations Is a MUST ! Appreciate your videos Thanks Bruh

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yup - there are a couple options to parking. Be careful where I parked though. I learned after there are some homeless that live in that area. That might have been where the freaky dude lives. Thanks!

  • @shaune3
    @shaune3 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sick ride! Do you ever make it up to central California for any rides?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sure do. I love it up there and am planning to get back up there soon. Check out this Los Osos ride I had a blast on: th-cam.com/video/R1J4TPJgULc/w-d-xo.html

  • @mikesavicky503
    @mikesavicky503 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Is the “appreciation station” sound from Zelda 64? It sounds familiar 😁

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Damn right it is. Good call Mike! Thanks for being a part of the channel buddy. 😉

    • @mikesavicky503
      @mikesavicky503 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Man that’s awesome! Looking forward to more videos 👍

  • @TheLAKERSareGodsTeam
    @TheLAKERSareGodsTeam 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    When are you going to ride Telegraph Canyon at Chino Hills State Park? 26 miles round-trip, I rode it in November and it killed me!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a chino hills ride on the channel. Check out the super bloom vid.👍

  • @enduser178
    @enduser178 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, super freak 👍

  • @garyindiana2127
    @garyindiana2127 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    🎶Jump Off a Building Kerry Getz is where you've heard it before😁

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A great flick. Kerry is a friend. ✔️👊

  • @dannysvideos2866
    @dannysvideos2866 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Is there parking up top for a shuttle or have to get dropped off?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There’s a turn around but not sure for parking. Definitely drop off though.

  • @A2ndgaze
    @A2ndgaze 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Home town trails are the best

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lucky to have home town trails like this. 👌🏼😉

    • @A2ndgaze
      @A2ndgaze 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOutsiderMTB I know but there arent any bike parks close

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Skypark? Where do you live?

  • @sflo236
    @sflo236 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sick vids buddy. Lemme know if you you’re ever down for a ride. Love to hit Mt Wilson or Palm Cyn w/ ya. Keep shredding 🤘🏽

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks and appreciate you tuning in. Solid invite too. 👍🏼

    • @johnc.4025
      @johnc.4025 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      sflo236 I’m up for a Mt Wilson ride someday. Used to do it all the time years ago. 👍🏽

    • @recipehacker9752
      @recipehacker9752 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep, us too. Wilson’s our thing. Someone call out day/time/place and let’s do this thing . Remember, up is the new down :)

  • @TristanBastidas
    @TristanBastidas 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i thought dogs were barking outside my house with that intro

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha - My dog Pip thought the same thing. 😉

  • @88privatepolicy
    @88privatepolicy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great content ! Is the road where you park the same road you would use to shuttle to the top of the trail?

  • @MAJJJJJJ
    @MAJJJJJJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like to know what bike your ridding and what kind of components and cranks set . how many gears and the cog set on your rear wheel what are the tooth ranges like a 13-32 or what? It would be great to know

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out my new bike day videos.👍

  • @LarryRichelli
    @LarryRichelli 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you please point me to some blue trails closer to Palm Springs. Thanks

  • @Tedroy
    @Tedroy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good music!

  • @rodpascua6
    @rodpascua6 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey buddy. What do you do when a wild animal chases you on one of these trails. I want to start riding but kinda anxious about that. And I’m not talking about guys like that freaky guy near your car. Lol

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha - That's never happened to me. They're more scared of you them you of them. If it happens, yell and get big.

  • @shortydancer
    @shortydancer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beginner here. Is there any danger of someone coming from the opposite direction? Or are these trails one way only?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Both ways so you just have to be careful or put a bell on your bars as you descend.

  • @Frost-n-Criss
    @Frost-n-Criss 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just did this yesterday, up and down 7.5 miles each way because the gate was closed

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s a big climb for a big descent. 👊

    • @Frost-n-Criss
      @Frost-n-Criss 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOutsiderMTB It was fun but really overgrown lol

  • @tizben
    @tizben 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is the descent the same way you went up?

  • @markburleson7546
    @markburleson7546 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What’s the tune during the first half of the descent?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      "I'm going mad" by The Scorpions. Solid tune!

  • @masterofnone1481
    @masterofnone1481 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably planning on breaking in to cars

  • @smtennant
    @smtennant 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would you suggest riding up GMR on the pavement and then shred down to avoid the down hill riders?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not as fun. Also there’s not a lot of dh riders on this trail. You can shuttle it with a buddy a couple times though.

    • @raulrodarte9553
      @raulrodarte9553 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where's the drop off point..lower Monroe?

  • @malakangel9322
    @malakangel9322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi tony im learning a lot from your vids. I am a novice biker, im curious how much tire pressure i need for these kind of trails? Thank you

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Depends on your weight and preference but I'm doing high 20's. Less when it's dry and loose.

    • @malakangel9322
      @malakangel9322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Outsider MTB thank you tony. Is it in psi :) ? Thank u for your quick response!

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yup!

  • @d3extreme
    @d3extreme 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    do you wear a full face helmet ever?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do at bike parks, but ok the trails not so much. I’ve got a Fox Pro Frame FF. 👌🏼

  • @abmvt
    @abmvt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just moved to Glendora and got a new Roscoe 7 that needs to have its cherry popped
    Where did you park and put in
    I’m all about the climb

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hot those links under the vid. 👍

    • @abmvt
      @abmvt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Outsider MTB so right next to the Dalton turn off ? I was just there riding last night I thought it was further up ? It’s 2 mile from my front door lol

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@abmvt I park at the bottom where the trail head is - there are some dirt lots along the street.

    • @abmvt
      @abmvt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Outsider MTB I just need to find the trail head I took one off dalton road that send me head first into a boulder garden and creek it’s was nasty ... I’m to old heal broken bones lol . I subbed your channel gonna look for some scenic light rides to get my skills back been 15 years since I used to thrash about

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Trailforks has it. It’s on the right side of the road next to the parking lot.

  • @RyanPhung725
    @RyanPhung725 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there parking at the top?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not sure but maybe. I know there’s a pull off.

  • @DuhVibehunter
    @DuhVibehunter 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    that guy was #methingaround. siccck

  • @bryanduran1474
    @bryanduran1474 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many miles up did you do?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      About 6.

    • @bryanduran1474
      @bryanduran1474 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOutsiderMTB cool, Your videos are dope! Keep it up

  • @Antweak83
    @Antweak83 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's the total downhill time?

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’d say about 30 minutes back to the car including the bottom section. Pretty solid descent.

    • @Antweak83
      @Antweak83 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheOutsiderMTB I'm definitely riding this very soon. Looks really flowy. Thanks for the upload.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear - it's worth the descent. ;)

  • @frankramirez4818
    @frankramirez4818 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe the guy staring at you wanted to take your car?

  • @recipehacker9752
    @recipehacker9752 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Help me find my brother, who responds to nickname ‘Little Sqwatch.’ He is known by his habit of stripping near trailheads whenever he sees something he wants to eat. Oh, and he has an aversion to smartphones.

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think I might have seen him Lynn.

  • @oswaldoa7128
    @oswaldoa7128 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I do this trail at least ones a month. You park where I park.

  • @joshwalewis6942
    @joshwalewis6942 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yo man that "weird freaky dude" was actually me I don't like you talking about me like that...that was honestly pretty disrespectful to me man I didn't steal your phone because i thought you were cool

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha - turns out I’m not that cool. Thanks for watching Josh. 😉

    • @dfliedner
      @dfliedner 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheOutsiderMTB Well at least he didn't thumbs down your video. Lol

    • @TheOutsiderMTB
      @TheOutsiderMTB  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The dreaded thumbs down. 😉