Man that video, although not a riding video, it's about something I am also passionate about, and turns out to be my favorite video I've seen this week! Brian you were able to state everything so eloquently from your backstory to the channel startup all the way to that great advice for aspiring channels. It reminded me of our awesome road trip talks where we drive for miles and don't ever even turn the music on.... great job dude!
Thanks dude, so glad we were able to cross paths and share our passions. You've been a huge part of this journey and I can't wait to see where it goes next!
So I somehow came across both of your channels a few months ago...I didn't ride and I hadn't been on a bike since I was a little kid. After watching your's, Brian's and Seth's videos and seeing how much fun you have riding your bikes I woke up one morning and went out and bought myself a Cannondale Habit. Now I'm completely hooked. I sit in work all week, waiting for the weekend to come so I can get out on my bike and ride. Every weekend I travel from my hometown in Liverpool in the north west of England where it's flat as a pancake to different parts of the U.K. to ride the best trails Britain's mountains have to offer. You guys have inspired me with your videos and it's pretty much down to you that I've found something I love and know I'll enjoy for the rest of my life. If anyone here is contemplating getting into riding, then just do it. It will be the best decision you ever make. Thanks guys, and maybe one day "I'll see ya on the trail" till then "live free, ride hard and get stoked!!"
This is the best thing I've read all day. Thanks for sharing, and SO STOKED to hear you are out riding a bike again. As you have already remembered.... biking is about the best thing ever, and the more people on bike, the better place this world will be :D
Super inspiring Brian. Took a lot of balls to quit your job and go for this, but it was totally the right call. Congrats on your success! Trying to follow in your footsteps!
BCpov I'm loving your vids too, always looking out for a new release. Great content and think you have what it takes. The race series that you do with xc and enduro are some of my favourites.
Brain, love the videos you do. I think the one thing that I like the most about yours is the fact that your real, no bull crap. You show your crashes, you say your not smooth. But you keep pushing on. You inspire me to ride more, right now I'm healing from a broke collar bone from a ride a few weeks ago. I'm living my riding watching you and all the other shredders on TH-cam.. thank you so much
I said this in my 200 subs video a few weeks ago, but the reason a bunch of us small to medium size channels are able to network and bond is because of the ground work that you and Alexander and Seth built together. I've met so many great funny and skilled personalities as a result of our community, including yourself, so thanks for having that spark and chasing your dream, because if not, I wouldn't have met so many people, and I probably wouldn't have gotten hooked up with my prosthetic. That was all due to a chain of events that started because I decided to film myself riding!
The community aspect is hands down the most amazing thing about TH-cam imo. Brian, Seth, Phil, and myself have all found not just collaboraters to work with, but honest to god FRIENDS!
Yes. I really relate to the part about piecing the puzzle together in editing. Sometimes I come back from a ride/shoot and think "I'm not sure what the heck I'm gonna get out of that, video-wise" but then one little clip sparks an idea, then you realize that another fits perfectly within that idea... then you're scoring some music all of a sudden haha. I love that process of creating something, something that -- even if no one else were to watch -- I'd be super proud of and happy that I did it . In many ways it's such hard work, but it's those times of creativity just for the sake of creativity that make the hours melt away and makes the "work" seem a whole lot like play. That rhymed... Thanks for the insightful and honest videos Brian!
That's so damn cool, Ryan! Love hearing that you feel the magic too. I always wanted to create instead of consume, and I'm glad I found something to fill that need!
Thank you so much for sharing your story and passing on the lessons you’ve learned to those of us just starting out. A true shovel meister if I’ve ever seen one!
Been a sub since the giant trance video. it's been awesome seeing you grow and paying it forward with this advice. The world needs more quality TH-cam content!
I hate editing 🙋🏻♂️ maybe that's why I haven't had videos out in a while :/ Great video Brian, I can tell everyone that you are as genuine as it gets!
Brian, your videos are awesome. If you get a chance can you throw a couple of bloopers in your editing of mountain bike videos. Everyone loves bloopers!
I feel like there's a difficult balance between creating videos that you want to watch and trying to make videos that others will want to watch. I'd love to watch mountain biking videos where the rider is invisible, so it feels like it's just you and the trail. For me it's about the true POV aspect. I don't want to watch someone else ride, I want to feel as though it's me in the driver's seat. However, that takes any and all personality out of the equation. Quite frankly, I doubt that many people would be interested in just that. There's no story involved. Watching your videos I'll wonder, "Is Brian going to... hit that jump, make that climb (
Hi. I know you comment is from two years ago but I've started making some videos. Tell me what you think? th-cam.com/video/8jogL7dFJWc/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/nJdsFmK4gc0/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for being you, Brian. So many people jumping on this train that you started. So few are actually good. Your riding may not be the best, but your genuine/humble nature is the true connection. You nailed it. The first video I caught of yours was the Downieville trail guide. I've watched every video since. Cheers to you.
Saw your comment on the James Altucher interview with Lewis Howes and it piqued my interest. So I had to check out your channel. Really cool to hear your story and to see how far all your hustle has gotten you. Great advice here! Also, I watched a few a few of your mountain bike videos and now I really want to try it. You make it look so accessible. I live in Utah with literally hundreds of trails nearby, and now I feel kind of dumb for never trying out mountain biking.
Finding this video was kind of a relief for me. I started my mtb channel a few months ago, and feel stuck with my progress. I try to deliver my experiences with good quality video and audio from Peruvian mtb trails and thanks to you I finally realized I'm missing the most important component; the connection with the viewers. I'll try and include myself talking and commenting more on my videos from now on. Thanks for your story and insights, it means a lot to us small youtubers.
Brian, just watched this fantastic video which has (alongside your other videos) has greatly inspired me. I’m currently doing what I can to build my channel which I set up a while ago but as you stated, it’s been dormant for a while, however, I’ve really started to go for it and I seem to be receiving some great feedback (so far!). I’ve been mountain biking since 1986 and I’ve been through the XC racing scene and now I’m in love with the sport more than ever 🥰. In the last few recent years I’ve had some family losses and my mental health has suffered and continues to do so but mountain biking always pulls me out of the darker days in such a positive way. In addition, since really getting into my channel, I’ve found that simply focusing my energy into the editing of my footage helps just as much as shredding my bikes as I relive the moments again and again. I admire your style and positivity both as a mountain biker and a great human being so please continue to do what you seem to do so very well on two wheels, as it gives us newbies hope and ambition. Any other “top tips” you could offer would be greatly appreciated. Lastly, I’d like to say thanks for your time reading this incessant babbling and to say “Shred well and prosper” and I can only hope to meet you on the trails on day. Very Best regards... UpHillPhill 🤘✊
thanks for the inspiration! I share your passion for riding bikes and spreading the stoke. after 11 years of blogging, I just started a youtube channel - and this was exactly the video I needed to watch :) living the dream every day, brother!
really shows what kind of person you are to take the time to share all this for the people coming up behind you! thanks for the info and thanks for the inspiration!
I have been wanting to create a TH-cam channel for years now. I've dabbled in video game stuff because I am passionate about that. Mostly, I like entertaining people. I also am recently super into mountain biking. I have had a hard time deciding what I want to focus on. This has definitely been one of the most supportive and helpful videos I've seen. Thank you.
You definitely have stand for your motto, "ride the best trails in the world", and it's enjoyable to watch your videos and see the different places you've travel. I was not expecting to watch this whole entire video since it's not about biking, but you have given great views about what goes behind making a successful channel and the steps it takes to get there. It is something that is applied in different aspects of life. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, your great vibes, and your experiences.
As much as having your channel helps you make connections with all of us, me watching your channel and having met you and ridden with you has helped me make incredible connections in the cycling world as well. Whether it was working with the high school kids this summer or just chatting about bikes with people in and around my dorm building, everyone knows who you, Alexander, and Seth are. And similarly to how you said in the video, to make a great channel you need to capitalize on the trends, to make good connections with people you need to capitalize on the trends they focus on. This environment you've created on TH-cam and Patreon is one that I am lucky to be a part of and, like I have mentioned in previous comments on yours and Alexander's videos, I will always support your channel and your mission whether that be with a comment like this, a comment on an Instagram post or even just by old fashioned word of mouth. You have become that authority figure in your niche for sure. Keep on ridin' the best trails in the world!
Thanks man. I listened to everything you sad on this vid after a long weekend of camping with my little boys. I watch all your videos and enjoyed your talk about your past work as a editor and what you're doing now. Keep it up from So-Cal
Dude, True story. I'm sitting in the airport cafe on my way back home from another insanely rad trip for my channel. You have helped me so much with my channel so far and every piece of advice you give hold so much substance. I wouldn't be following my dream if it wasn't for you and some other Tubers. I'm so stoked about the future & I'm committed to making it happen. Thanks Brian
Cudos man for being open to sharing your real personality. People are too worried about judgement and your awesome to watch and listen to while riding sick trails. Keeps the boredom away when I am not on the trail!
Haha, it really is about not caring what people think. Of course I care on some level, but riding with my thumbs over the bars in a tight jersey is pretty classic. Glad you're digging what I'm doing!
Probably one of your best videos. The riding is awesome, locations are amazing (especially in Canada), but the commitment and level of effort, as well as the way you found your niche is the most outstanding part. Plenty of great info in this. Thank you so much for sharing this. See YOU on the trails!
Amen brother!! Stoked that your able to put all your skills together to do something you love. Your channel is great, the way you talk during rides (and after) and your emtions riding is what keeps me hooked. When this video was done i was surprised it was so long. I was really engaged.
You were the topic of discussion during our trail building session today. My buddy Ron commented that he can't figure out what keeps drawing him to your videos. I laughed and said that it is because you are one of us, you ride like we ride. He agreed. So, thanks for doing videos that don't have to include 20ft gap jumps. ......or feeling the need to do the jump on the snake pit skinny. I'm going to keep throwing invites for you to come ride The Trails at Jakes Rocks,on the Allegheny National Forest, when you continue your 50 state shred. I like that you give insights to the places that you ride and this trail system is a really cool story. Be safe.
It's probably worth a standalone video of everything in the finale (starting at 25m13s) - that collection of advice is so succint, valuable, and portable that I've shared that much of it with family and friends.
Bryan, you have inspired me to get out and ride and I now go mtbing at every opportunity!Normally, I wouldn't sit through a video like this of just talking, but I watched your whole video and enjoyed it all!Thank you so much for what your doing, your killing it bro!
Hey Brian, I hope all is doing well. I know it has been a while but I wanted to reach out to you and congratulate you on your massive success here on TH-cam. I am so happy for anyone that is able to make a career out of doing what they love. The Horror Zone is still plugging away. I really appreciate all the call outs in this video and for all the information you provided here as well. I wish you all the continued success. Best always
I am really happy for you. I really love what you said about the mission statement and it really has made me rethink my journey in this crazy landscape as well. Thanks for all that you do,
Let me just say I can see the passion when you speak. Very positive, encouraging. Very well spoken. You have good energy. I think all of that shows and makes people wanna watch, wanna hear what you want to speak about. There's honesty behind that. All that just promotes interest and goodness. I can see why you have and had the jobs you've had. Keep doing what your doing. Good shit !
Solid advice man. Especially love the whole "get to the point" piece. Time flies when filming and I (and others) can tend to ramble, but love to edit all that out. This video will help a ton. Appreciate what you do!
Wow, this is the best TH-cam advice video out there! The advice you give is so helpful, I enjoyed hearing your story on the channel. Thanks Brian, love the channel 🍻🤘🏻
Nice to hear the back story - I've been following you since the very beginning - as well as Tim Schmoyer :-D Sounds so familiar - I make also MTB videos (in Finland), but also road biking and bike maintenance videos. Just trying to find more time for this...
3yrs later and still relevant evergreen content! This is a really great video and I know I appreciated every 28 minues of it! I'm obsessed with content creating, most of mine has revolved around photography with regular pages.. Video and TH-cam is very new to me!, But I'm absolutely loving the process of having a lot to learn! I have a long way to go but I always try to improve something somewhere in each video. I have a lot of work to do with story telling and "connection" obviously the biggest thing to a channel and one of my biggest struggles! getting in front of the camera is not a strong point. Hopefully I can utilize TH-cam as a tool to grow and get comfortable with stuff like that , that has done nothing but give me anxiety my entire life " being put in a spot light".
You've got a great personality Brian, that combined wit your infectious enthusiasm for mountain biking makes your channel addictive. Keep doing what you do man 👍
This right here is what it's all about. Huge props and thanks for you giving your insight back to the community! It's crazy how much it's grown since you started. Keep doing you man!
I think the biggest issue that I'm going to have to overcome in my videos is really thinking through the content that I want to provide. "Telling the story". I never really thought about these things as stories, and that is unusual for me. I'm a story teller, and it surprises me that I didn't see my approach to content creation as such. We all have stories to tell. My "niche" that I want to explore is mountain biking from a family perspective. So I need to start really thinking about what kind of content I envision with my videos and not just rush out to create something because I feel I need to. "Create the videos you want to watch". This is probably the most important piece of advice that any creative can receive. If we try to anticipate what the world wants, we will fail. A good barameter for what the world wants is what "we" want. If we want it, chances are there are a lot of other people who want it, too. I can't tell you the number of times I've heard successful artists say that they didn't start getting successful until AFTER they stopped worrying about what the world wanted, and created the things THEY wanted. I realize that my first video is now more of an experiment. It's just documenting a ride I recently went on. It's not unique in any way, so it probably isn't going to be my best effort. I'm still going to publish it because I went through the motions to get it done. But you've given us all a lot of food for thought in this. I noticed you didn't cover gear. I'm grateful for that. I don't yet have a gimbal, and while I hope to remedy that soon, I don't know exactly when that will be. I hope the gear I have will be sufficient until that time. I also think I'll ultimately need to figure out my sound. I don't know if that will come in the form of an external mike, learning how to edit audio better, or doing something like what Phil Kmetz does with syncing audio from another GoPro. I've already invested in my GoPro Hero 5. The timing of this video is awesome. I hope to get my Family MTB channel going soon. Your advice on naming hit kind hard, though. it just felt natural to include MTB in the name. I will give your advice on naming some consideration, but I don't think I'll change it anytime soon. 😂 I will have to learn how to reach out to some of my favorite TH-camrs. Thanks for all of this, Brian. This was very helpful. Stay upright and keep the rubber side down.
I found your video's because I was trying to plan some rides in Moab. Now I've watched every video. Love them and they have opened my eyes to where I can ride my bike.
It's awesome Bri , and don't ever think the little parts you put in like , stopping to eat , or see a waterfall etc , we dig it man . So thank you for inspiring me to get out on the bike and enjoy life ! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
It was nice to hear your confirming everything I thought about how to make a successful channel. For the past few weeks Ive moved onto trying to figure out the mechanics of camera angles and dealing with the weather in north east England during our 11 months of winter
Great back story Brian! It's easy to see your passion for what you are doing and trying to accomplish. I tell my kids all the time, find something you are passionate about and the living will follow if you persevere! Cubicle life sucks! Rock on!
This is the video have been looking for... this video is TH-cam GOLD! When I asked you previously about the possibility of you being a guest speaker in my classroom, this is the message/info I wanted my students to hear and learn from you. I will be showing this to all my classes, I have many students who are already active on social media and specifically TH-cam but, they lack direction and real world knowledge. Hopefully, they will appreciate the wisdom and direction you provide in this video. This is a gem of a video, I feel so fortunate to have found this it; thanks again and Best in 2018! (PS - Will you be at the NEMBA fest this June?)
I just love your channel as it is and like the intros to the ride and what you did at the end. For me its like being on the ride experience. Just keep it up, sorry I have don't have some great advice for you. I like that you take the time to reply it shows you care thanks.
Thanks for sharing the backstory of this great journey, it takes a lot of work to make dream a reality, but the hard work is paying off! 100k subs is in reach and the sky is the limit, keep up the good work
absolutely love your channel Brian... I live vicariously through it. This video is great, appreciate the candour and came in such a timely manner. I have friends who have just created their own channels... they're going o love this!
Thanks a ton Brian. Took two pages of notes. Not that I ever plan on making it a job, but I do hope to use it as a tool to inspire more people, and share my passion. Great stuff.
Hey Brian. While watching this video I just had a breakthrough about something I had been reflecting on for some time now. I am a ski racer but have recently started mountain biking a lot and I got "infected" as you called it. It's cool that on top of mtb related stuff you put out this video, because I think you give very useful tips about building a TH-cam channel and how to become a better version of yourself. Just wanted to say big thumbs up and that I will be coming along for your next adventures. Thank you!
I’ve been a big fan of TH-cam creators for a long time and this is one of the most interesting “how to be successful” videos I’ve seen. Great work Brian, I’m so happy that you could accomplish this dream.
Thanks for being around and being a true supporter from the beginning dude! So glad to meet so many cool people through this adventure, it's what matters most.
Spot on Brian. You put the work in, you'll get the rewards, whatever those are. It can take 5 minutes, it could take 50 years. And you'll only ever put the work in if you've got the passion. I've said it a few times and I'll say it again, big kudos for what you are doing and the influence it's having. Short story, my other passion (than bikes) is music. I DJ (I have a day job too) and - short story - after 5 years I've finally found my niche (down-tempo electronica) and have been pumping a monthly radio show for 18 months. It has a small listener base that is every so slowly increasing. The parallels to your advice about building a channel are strong: find the niche, produce quality content, interact with your audience, collaborate and offer help, be passionate and do what you'd watch (or listen to) not what you think will work (play to the crowd). All of that work has started to "pay-off" and resulted this week in a gig at, in my opinion, the best sound system in London. I couldn't help but think about all this stuff and what you, Alex and Seth are doing whilst I was queing up the records. So a virtual high-5, fist bump and nod that this is what it's all about. Keep doing it Brian! PS: Here's my channel ;-) (hey, you know how this works!) soundcloud.com/alonestare
Thanks for the passionate video. I love audio books too. But since I am new to this TH-cam channel stuff I am so glad you are taking the time to make these videos
I've watched this video before and have been back and forth with myself about just starting already! Came back to it today and it was refreshing and motivating! Can't wait to see how it all goes. Honestly, I hope to meet many of the YT MTB guys like yourself, Seth, Phil, and the Sampler. Here's to the effort to get there. Thanks for the vid!
Brian, thanks for the info I am actually going to share this with my wife. She has a youtube channel with my daughters where they play with toys and she has been trying to break into the youtube scene. Again I want to thank you for what you do. Man what a wealth of knowledge.
I'm just so impressed that you have released 3 videos a week on a fixed schedule without missing a day for over a year. Your work ethic is yet another reason for your success. Congrats and thank you.
TH-cam redemption. Such a good job, Brian. There is so much schlock on youtube that I really did not spend much time/effort there............until I ran across your videos. I was a big MTB guy on the East coast in the 90's, got injured kind of badly, had to stop riding............then started riding a few months ago after nearly twenty years. Shortly thereafter I saw your stuff. GREAT motivation. I am riding again, but left my hard-tail in the stable and have a full suspension machine now. Losing weight, getting healthy, having FUN again, and get to thank you for adding some jet fuel to my motivation engine. Keep it up!!
That's awesome Charlie, thank you so much for sharing that. It's incredibly powerful and keeps me FIRED UP to know you're getting inspiration from this thing.
Brian, you are awesome. A lot of TH-camrs don't reply to the comments, but on almost every comment you replied. That really means a lot to people. You're totally rad🤘
Thanks so much for this video! I've been watching for a while, but came across this video today in my quest to get my channel back in action. Currently in the process of rebranding from my previous "vape review" shenanigans...
Connection is the key. I love mountain biking, it got me fit once for the first time in my life, life happens and I have to get there again. I follow you and Alex because you guys are real people. Sure, I was looking for how to better my skills to be a better rider and that is how I found you guys, but it was through the bullshit I found you to be real. No sobery, no hey you have to look this way or to ride is on this $10,000 bike to be a real mtbr. You ride for the love of riding. That's is what has kept me around this past year and a half and motivating to get my fat ass back out there again. Thank you! 🤘🤘🤘
So glad that comes through Jody! I love having a nice bike and decent clothes, but when it comes down to I really hope people JUST GO RIDE! Now start molding that ass into it's true potential!!
Hey Brian, I commented a few months ago, and I just wanted to thank you for giving great advice. I’ve gotten 280 subs in two months and that’s from watching this video. Thanks ( ur my favourite MTB channel) 🤘🏻🍻
I recently came across your video. It has inspired me to get out and ride. I just purchased a new Bike and I’m working on my cardio and my fitness within this last week I have lost 5 pounds and looking for more. I have only been on the trails a couple of times and enjoying them and can’t wait to get out on them more.Unfortunately Fall is here and the snow will come as I live in New Brunswick Canada. But I have purchased a fat bike as well and will get out on the trails in the snow. This video motivates me more to do a channel unsure if it will be mountain bike related but possibly some videos and maybe other things that I am into. I have been going through all your videos and enjoying them. Keep it up.
Super motivational Brian. You've motivated me to start mountain biking over a month ago and I am loving it! Ya know, it's getting pretty cold. Maybe it's time to hang up that crummy Santa Cruz Brandon or whatever you call it and spend some time on skis. After all, mountain biking is just off season training for two planking.
I gotta say big b that is truly inspiring what you just said I've been going through a bit of a depression lately so thank's for the pep talk take care
Brian I'd like to see some more of that same passion you showed here to come through in your videos on the trail. You show that you have a great personality on this video. Let it come out more in your trail vids too. Love what you're doing. Cheers bud. From a faithful subscriber.
Absolutely amazing video, Brian! I have a lot of work cut out for me, thanks for putting this video guide out there. You're right on saying that being active in the community is a major help to success. That goes for TH-cam channels or even life in general. That reminds me, I have to make more friends and stop riding solo haha.
I always try to leave comments for you and Alex (and a few other smaller channels) because you're good at interacting back so I like to give my support that way.
Thank You for sharing your story. This advice video is just another example of the Genuine BK that comes across in all your videos. "Authenticity" is all about being real. I'll keep watching, as long as you keep making them :)
Your are all doing a great job, I spend hours of my day watching all your videos and I’m thinking of starting my own channel really soon, I have been been riding lots recently and I’m really enjoying it so making a career out of it would be a dream come true for me, I’m not sure the facilities in the UK would allow it to become as big as yours but it’s worth a try, keep doing what you’re doing guys 👌🚴👍🏻
Thanks a lot for sharing your insights. You were one of the inspirations for me starting a channel, like you I think most mtb video out there suck! It's either 2h shaky GoPro or overproduced commercials. I was lacking the human side of it and you made understand that it's possible. Still I think there is more that can be done to improve this niche and that's my challenge..
Thanks for the advice! The connection part key, i suscribed because I feel I'm with you riding the trails. It makes the ride come to life! Thanks man, keep up!
This video is so true. In short: be likeable (can differ for which audience ofc), have footage, be willing to put effort in it. At the moment I have 15 subscribers, my MTB video's get between 100 to 300 views. So far it's been mostly just pov-rides and no talking. I'm at the point where a gimbal would benefit my footage a lot. Thinking about the 'tell a story' or be charismatic, well...not really got a clue where I would be at. Enough to think about. Thanks Brian.
Great video Brian, have been away for 7 weeks and have now got a whole bunch of catchup to see what you've been up to! Love your insights into how your channel got its fans! Keep it up mate. 👍👍
There is barely a day that I don't talk to someone about mtb and your jump from job to you tube mtber ! That was your turning point! That was when we either watched you fail or succeed!!!! So everyone tuned in to see ! Could someone succeed doing this?? !!! And wonderfully you have! it's possible!!! And from all your efforts I know to start my journey in the Spain the Alps then NZ . It's been brilliant to watch and your communication is outstanding!
This is close to my favorite video. For the simple fact that you doing what you say "connecting" with people on your terms!!! I really can appreciate that. The other reason is I just dig watching your channel. It's real and honest!! So once again great job 👍🏽!! If you do make out here to FL. Look me up and you'll have a place to crash and ride from!! Later Bro., remember to always LIVE-LIFE-LOUD!!!
Dude, I really love this in depth video. Very inspirational, inyereating and motivating! Even though I am not planning on starting a TH-cam channel. You are a great guy, keep at it!
I still remember the first 100 subs video update riding with your SB66👍🏼 Osprey review was the best I got from you man coz up to know Im digging my backpack. Thanks Brian!
Dude honestly great video!! You were able to capture your audience without even riding some of the most beautiful trails! Very honest and still inspiring as always keep up the great work man!
Man that video, although not a riding video, it's about something I am also passionate about, and turns out to be my favorite video I've seen this week! Brian you were able to state everything so eloquently from your backstory to the channel startup all the way to that great advice for aspiring channels. It reminded me of our awesome road trip talks where we drive for miles and don't ever even turn the music on.... great job dude!
Thanks dude, so glad we were able to cross paths and share our passions. You've been a huge part of this journey and I can't wait to see where it goes next!
Totally agree!!!
So I somehow came across both of your channels a few months ago...I didn't ride and I hadn't been on a bike since I was a little kid.
After watching your's, Brian's and Seth's videos and seeing how much fun you have riding your bikes I woke up one morning and went out and bought myself a Cannondale Habit.
Now I'm completely hooked.
I sit in work all week, waiting for the weekend to come so I can get out on my bike and ride. Every weekend I travel from my hometown in Liverpool in the north west of England where it's flat as a pancake to different parts of the U.K. to ride the best trails Britain's mountains have to offer.
You guys have inspired me with your videos and it's pretty much down to you that I've found something I love and know I'll enjoy for the rest of my life.
If anyone here is contemplating getting into riding, then just do it. It will be the best decision you ever make.
Thanks guys, and maybe one day "I'll see ya on the trail" till then "live free, ride hard and get stoked!!"
This is the best thing I've read all day. Thanks for sharing, and SO STOKED to hear you are out riding a bike again. As you have already remembered.... biking is about the best thing ever, and the more people on bike, the better place this world will be :D
Love it dude!
So you're saying you like my avatar..... haha. Keep crushing dude. 28 minutes of my day out the window!
Haha I love your avatar! Thanks for everything Nate.
Super inspiring Brian. Took a lot of balls to quit your job and go for this, but it was totally the right call. Congrats on your success! Trying to follow in your footsteps!
BCpov I'm loving your vids too, always looking out for a new release. Great content and think you have what it takes. The race series that you do with xc and enduro are some of my favourites.
Glad you got something out of it Eric! Don't hesitate to hit me up!
Brain, love the videos you do. I think the one thing that I like the most about yours is the fact that your real, no bull crap. You show your crashes, you say your not smooth. But you keep pushing on. You inspire me to ride more, right now I'm healing from a broke collar bone from a ride a few weeks ago. I'm living my riding watching you and all the other shredders on TH-cam.. thank you so much
Thanks so much man. I'm so glad being real has been the path to success here. Heal up!!
I said this in my 200 subs video a few weeks ago, but the reason a bunch of us small to medium size channels are able to network and bond is because of the ground work that you and Alexander and Seth built together. I've met so many great funny and skilled personalities as a result of our community, including yourself, so thanks for having that spark and chasing your dream, because if not, I wouldn't have met so many people, and I probably wouldn't have gotten hooked up with my prosthetic. That was all due to a chain of events that started because I decided to film myself riding!
The community aspect is hands down the most amazing thing about TH-cam imo. Brian, Seth, Phil, and myself have all found not just collaboraters to work with, but honest to god FRIENDS!
Love hearing that Eric! Life is about relationships, and this channel has given me an incredible life.
No Front Brakes Agreed 👌
Yes. I really relate to the part about piecing the puzzle together in editing. Sometimes I come back from a ride/shoot and think "I'm not sure what the heck I'm gonna get out of that, video-wise" but then one little clip sparks an idea, then you realize that another fits perfectly within that idea... then you're scoring some music all of a sudden haha. I love that process of creating something, something that -- even if no one else were to watch -- I'd be super proud of and happy that I did it . In many ways it's such hard work, but it's those times of creativity just for the sake of creativity that make the hours melt away and makes the "work" seem a whole lot like play.
That rhymed...
Thanks for the insightful and honest videos Brian!
That's so damn cool, Ryan! Love hearing that you feel the magic too. I always wanted to create instead of consume, and I'm glad I found something to fill that need!
Thank you so much for sharing your story and passing on the lessons you’ve learned to those of us just starting out. A true shovel meister if I’ve ever seen one!
Damn, there's no shovel emoji that I can use to salute you! Thanks so much Jordan, I appreciate it.
Very timely video for me. Thank you Brian!
Bought my beloved Trek Remedy based off your review many thanks for taking the time to do it
W Davo, my pleasure bro! Glad you're lovin it!
Well you may have MTB in your name, but sure as shit there is no other yumyum around, so I'd stick with that!
Glad you enjoyed it Jason!
Been a sub since the giant trance video. it's been awesome seeing you grow and paying it forward with this advice. The world needs more quality TH-cam content!
Thanks so much man, I really enjoy YOUR videos and point of view!
I hate editing 🙋🏻♂️ maybe that's why I haven't had videos out in a while :/
Great video Brian, I can tell everyone that you are as genuine as it gets!
Thanks Alex, I really appreciate that man!
air drop them to me...i'll edit them for you! :) like you videos alex...get back on it!
Still you're my fav mtb youtuber, real and to the point! Haha
Brian, your videos are awesome. If you get a chance can you throw a couple of bloopers in your editing of mountain bike videos. Everyone loves bloopers!
Haha my bloopers are always in!
I feel like there's a difficult balance between creating videos that you want to watch and trying to make videos that others will want to watch. I'd love to watch mountain biking videos where the rider is invisible, so it feels like it's just you and the trail. For me it's about the true POV aspect. I don't want to watch someone else ride, I want to feel as though it's me in the driver's seat.
However, that takes any and all personality out of the equation. Quite frankly, I doubt that many people would be interested in just that. There's no story involved. Watching your videos I'll wonder, "Is Brian going to... hit that jump, make that climb (
I think you've gotta go all-in on what YOU think is most interesting. If it's entertaining it will work!
Hi. I know you comment is from two years ago but I've started making some videos. Tell me what you think? th-cam.com/video/8jogL7dFJWc/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/nJdsFmK4gc0/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for being you, Brian. So many people jumping on this train that you started. So few are actually good. Your riding may not be the best, but your genuine/humble nature is the true connection. You nailed it. The first video I caught of yours was the Downieville trail guide. I've watched every video since. Cheers to you.
Thanks for sticking around Christopher, it's really, really cool to know you're stilling enjoying the adventure!
Saw your comment on the James Altucher interview with Lewis Howes and it piqued my interest. So I had to check out your channel. Really cool to hear your story and to see how far all your hustle has gotten you. Great advice here!
Also, I watched a few a few of your mountain bike videos and now I really want to try it. You make it look so accessible. I live in Utah with literally hundreds of trails nearby, and now I feel kind of dumb for never trying out mountain biking.
Very cool Jake! Mountain biking is so damn hard at first but the pain pays off!
Finding this video was kind of a relief for me. I started my mtb channel a few months ago, and feel stuck with my progress. I try to deliver my experiences with good quality video and audio from Peruvian mtb trails and thanks to you I finally realized I'm missing the most important component; the connection with the viewers. I'll try and include myself talking and commenting more on my videos from now on. Thanks for your story and insights, it means a lot to us small youtubers.
Brian, just watched this fantastic video which has (alongside your other videos) has greatly inspired me. I’m currently doing what I can to build my channel which I set up a while ago but as you stated, it’s been dormant for a while, however, I’ve really started to go for it and I seem to be receiving some great feedback (so far!). I’ve been mountain biking since 1986 and I’ve been through the XC racing scene and now I’m in love with the sport more than ever 🥰. In the last few recent years I’ve had some family losses and my mental health has suffered and continues to do so but mountain biking always pulls me out of the darker days in such a positive way. In addition, since really getting into my channel, I’ve found that simply focusing my energy into the editing of my footage helps just as much as shredding my bikes as I relive the moments again and again. I admire your style and positivity both as a mountain biker and a great human being so please continue to do what you seem to do so very well on two wheels, as it gives us newbies hope and ambition. Any other “top tips” you could offer would be greatly appreciated. Lastly, I’d like to say thanks for your time reading this incessant babbling and to say “Shred well and prosper” and I can only hope to meet you on the trails on day. Very Best regards... UpHillPhill 🤘✊
Always appreciate your transparency and realness. Great advice that I'll definitely apply. Thanks bro!
Thank YOU!
I keep watching this vid over and over so many good things! The best thing I took away was to be yourself and don’t act a different way.
thanks for the inspiration! I share your passion for riding bikes and spreading the stoke. after 11 years of blogging, I just started a youtube channel - and this was exactly the video I needed to watch :) living the dream every day, brother!
really shows what kind of person you are to take the time to share all this for the people coming up behind you! thanks for the info and thanks for the inspiration!
I have been wanting to create a TH-cam channel for years now. I've dabbled in video game stuff because I am passionate about that. Mostly, I like entertaining people. I also am recently super into mountain biking. I have had a hard time deciding what I want to focus on. This has definitely been one of the most supportive and helpful videos I've seen. Thank you.
That's great! Happy to help in some way!
You definitely have stand for your motto, "ride the best trails in the world", and it's enjoyable to watch your videos and see the different places you've travel. I was not expecting to watch this whole entire video since it's not about biking, but you have given great views about what goes behind making a successful channel and the steps it takes to get there. It is something that is applied in different aspects of life. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, your great vibes, and your experiences.
Thanks so much Oscar!!
As much as having your channel helps you make connections with all of us, me watching your channel and having met you and ridden with you has helped me make incredible connections in the cycling world as well. Whether it was working with the high school kids this summer or just chatting about bikes with people in and around my dorm building, everyone knows who you, Alexander, and Seth are. And similarly to how you said in the video, to make a great channel you need to capitalize on the trends, to make good connections with people you need to capitalize on the trends they focus on. This environment you've created on TH-cam and Patreon is one that I am lucky to be a part of and, like I have mentioned in previous comments on yours and Alexander's videos, I will always support your channel and your mission whether that be with a comment like this, a comment on an Instagram post or even just by old fashioned word of mouth. You have become that authority figure in your niche for sure. Keep on ridin' the best trails in the world!
Thanks so much for the kind words Isaac, it means a ton that you support us in all the different ways you do!
Become the Shovelmajster. Got it. Changing my life now.
The path to riches and all the amazing Polish women you can handle!
An amazing peek behind the BKXC curtain. I appreciate all your hard work providing viewers with an escape to the outdoors.
Thanks Peter, glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks man. I listened to everything you sad on this vid after a long weekend of camping with my little boys. I watch all your videos and enjoyed your talk about your past work as a editor and what you're doing now. Keep it up from So-Cal
Glad you enjoyed it!
Dude, True story. I'm sitting in the airport cafe on my way back home from another insanely rad trip for my channel. You have helped me so much with my channel so far and every piece of advice you give hold so much substance. I wouldn't be following my dream if it wasn't for you and some other Tubers. I'm so stoked about the future & I'm committed to making it happen. Thanks Brian
Love hearing that so much Wayne!! Really stoked about getting down and seeing your trails soon.
Cudos man for being open to sharing your real personality. People are too worried about judgement and your awesome to watch and listen to while riding sick trails. Keeps the boredom away when I am not on the trail!
Haha, it really is about not caring what people think. Of course I care on some level, but riding with my thumbs over the bars in a tight jersey is pretty classic. Glad you're digging what I'm doing!
Probably one of your best videos. The riding is awesome, locations are amazing (especially in Canada), but the commitment and level of effort, as well as the way you found your niche is the most outstanding part. Plenty of great info in this. Thank you so much for sharing this. See YOU on the trails!
Thanks so much Darrell, glad you got something out of it!
Amen brother!! Stoked that your able to put all your skills together to do something you love. Your channel is great, the way you talk during rides (and after) and your emtions riding is what keeps me hooked. When this video was done i was surprised it was so long. I was really engaged.
Thanks so much Joaquin, I always enjoy your comments!
Thank you Brian, I've enjoyed watching your journey- and it's refreshing to get a peek into the intentionality behind your growth. Keep inspiring.
Thanks so much Mark!
You were the topic of discussion during our trail building session today. My buddy Ron commented that he can't figure out what keeps drawing him to your videos. I laughed and said that it is because you are one of us, you ride like we ride. He agreed. So, thanks for doing videos that don't have to include 20ft gap jumps. ......or feeling the need to do the jump on the snake pit skinny.
I'm going to keep throwing invites for you to come ride The Trails at Jakes Rocks,on the Allegheny National Forest, when you continue your 50 state shred. I like that you give insights to the places that you ride and this trail system is a really cool story. Be safe.
It's probably worth a standalone video of everything in the finale (starting at 25m13s) - that collection of advice is so succint, valuable, and portable that I've shared that much of it with family and friends.
Gotta make em work for those nuggets!
Thanks for always helping everyone out. I appreciate it.
That's my goal!
Bryan, you have inspired me to get out and ride and I now go mtbing at every opportunity!Normally, I wouldn't sit through a video like this of just talking, but I watched your whole video and enjoyed it all!Thank you so much for what your doing, your killing it bro!
That's awesome, love hearing that Ash!
Just the truth Brian!
Sorry I spelt your name wrong before :)
Hey Brian, I hope all is doing well. I know it has been a while but I wanted to reach out to you and congratulate you on your massive success here on TH-cam. I am so happy for anyone that is able to make a career out of doing what they love. The Horror Zone is still plugging away. I really appreciate all the call outs in this video and for all the information you provided here as well. I wish you all the continued success. Best always
Thanks so much Ben! You were definitely a big piece of the puzzle in this whole journey. It's pretty unreal to find "my people" and get to do this.
I am really happy for you. I really love what you said about the mission statement and it really has made me rethink my journey in this crazy landscape as well. Thanks for all that you do,
Let me just say I can see the passion when you speak. Very positive, encouraging. Very well spoken. You have good energy. I think all of that shows and makes people wanna watch, wanna hear what you want to speak about. There's honesty behind that. All that just promotes interest and goodness. I can see why you have and had the jobs you've had. Keep doing what your doing. Good shit !
Thanks so much for the kind words Rob, I'm pretty amazed I can hold people's attention.
Solid advice man. Especially love the whole "get to the point" piece. Time flies when filming and I (and others) can tend to ramble, but love to edit all that out. This video will help a ton. Appreciate what you do!
Yes, gotta get down to the best parts! Glad you enjoyed it Kyle
Wow, this is the best TH-cam advice video out there! The advice you give is so helpful, I enjoyed hearing your story on the channel. Thanks Brian, love the channel 🍻🤘🏻
Nice to hear the back story - I've been following you since the very beginning - as well as Tim Schmoyer :-D Sounds so familiar - I make also MTB videos (in Finland), but also road biking and bike maintenance videos. Just trying to find more time for this...
Time time time, always a battle for time!
I remember you pedaling your channel at Crockett during a trail work day like two years ago. It's insane what it has grown into. Awesome job!
I remember that too Mike!! Thanks dude
3yrs later and still relevant evergreen content! This is a really great video and I know I appreciated every 28 minues of it! I'm obsessed with content creating, most of mine has revolved around photography with regular pages.. Video and TH-cam is very new to me!, But I'm absolutely loving the process of having a lot to learn! I have a long way to go but I always try to improve something somewhere in each video. I have a lot of work to do with story telling and "connection" obviously the biggest thing to a channel and one of my biggest struggles! getting in front of the camera is not a strong point. Hopefully I can utilize TH-cam as a tool to grow and get comfortable with stuff like that , that has done nothing but give me anxiety my entire life " being put in a spot light".
You've got a great personality Brian, that combined wit your infectious enthusiasm for mountain biking makes your channel addictive. Keep doing what you do man 👍
Thanks so much Eddie, glad to have you along on this journey!
This right here is what it's all about. Huge props and thanks for you giving your insight back to the community! It's crazy how much it's grown since you started. Keep doing you man!
Glad you got a little something out of it dude!
I think the biggest issue that I'm going to have to overcome in my videos is really thinking through the content that I want to provide. "Telling the story". I never really thought about these things as stories, and that is unusual for me. I'm a story teller, and it surprises me that I didn't see my approach to content creation as such. We all have stories to tell. My "niche" that I want to explore is mountain biking from a family perspective. So I need to start really thinking about what kind of content I envision with my videos and not just rush out to create something because I feel I need to.
"Create the videos you want to watch". This is probably the most important piece of advice that any creative can receive. If we try to anticipate what the world wants, we will fail. A good barameter for what the world wants is what "we" want. If we want it, chances are there are a lot of other people who want it, too. I can't tell you the number of times I've heard successful artists say that they didn't start getting successful until AFTER they stopped worrying about what the world wanted, and created the things THEY wanted.
I realize that my first video is now more of an experiment. It's just documenting a ride I recently went on. It's not unique in any way, so it probably isn't going to be my best effort. I'm still going to publish it because I went through the motions to get it done. But you've given us all a lot of food for thought in this.
I noticed you didn't cover gear. I'm grateful for that. I don't yet have a gimbal, and while I hope to remedy that soon, I don't know exactly when that will be. I hope the gear I have will be sufficient until that time. I also think I'll ultimately need to figure out my sound. I don't know if that will come in the form of an external mike, learning how to edit audio better, or doing something like what Phil Kmetz does with syncing audio from another GoPro. I've already invested in my GoPro Hero 5.
The timing of this video is awesome. I hope to get my Family MTB channel going soon. Your advice on naming hit kind hard, though. it just felt natural to include MTB in the name. I will give your advice on naming some consideration, but I don't think I'll change it anytime soon. 😂
I will have to learn how to reach out to some of my favorite TH-camrs. Thanks for all of this, Brian. This was very helpful.
Stay upright and keep the rubber side down.
So glad I could make this at the right time and give you something to chew on Brian!
Dude! Love the channel and thanks for sharing your journey and insights. Great feedback for all aspiring content creators. Keep on grinding.
Glad you got a kick out of it Chris!
I found your video's because I was trying to plan some rides in Moab. Now I've watched every video. Love them and they have opened my eyes to where I can ride my bike.
Nice!! So glad you found me dude
Total respect for you! It takes a lot to put yourself out there. Congrats on your success!
Thanks so much!
It's awesome Bri , and don't ever think the little parts you put in like , stopping to eat , or see a waterfall etc , we dig it man . So thank you for inspiring me to get out on the bike and enjoy life ! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Awesome Paul, thanks for the support!
I still remember watching that giant trance video, I started following your channel since that video. Keep up the good work.
Awesome! I still remember your name!
It was nice to hear your confirming everything I thought about how to make a successful channel. For the past few weeks Ive moved onto trying to figure out the mechanics of camera angles and dealing with the weather in north east England during our 11 months of winter
Awesome, it's a constant learning process!
Great back story Brian! It's easy to see your passion for what you are doing and trying to accomplish. I tell my kids all the time, find something you are passionate about and the living will follow if you persevere! Cubicle life sucks! Rock on!
Thanks Kevin, I think that's an awesome message to give them!
This is the video have been looking for... this video is TH-cam GOLD! When I asked you previously about the possibility of you being a guest speaker in my classroom, this is the message/info I wanted my students to hear and learn from you. I will be showing this to all my classes, I have many students who are already active on social media and specifically TH-cam but, they lack direction and real world knowledge. Hopefully, they will appreciate the wisdom and direction you provide in this video. This is a gem of a video, I feel so fortunate to have found this it; thanks again and Best in 2018! (PS - Will you be at the NEMBA fest this June?)
Very cool!!!
I just love your channel as it is and like the intros to the ride and what you did at the end. For me its like being on the ride experience. Just keep it up, sorry I have don't have some great advice for you. I like that you take the time to reply it shows you care thanks.
Thanks so much Stuart! I think "creating the ride experience" is definitely some of the magic!
Thanks for sharing the backstory of this great journey, it takes a lot of work to make dream a reality, but the hard work is paying off! 100k subs is in reach and the sky is the limit, keep up the good work
Thanks so much Steve!
absolutely love your channel Brian... I live vicariously through it. This video is great, appreciate the candour and came in such a timely manner. I have friends who have just created their own channels... they're going o love this!
That's awesome, glad you're getting a kick out of it!
Thanks a ton Brian. Took two pages of notes. Not that I ever plan on making it a job, but I do hope to use it as a tool to inspire more people, and share my passion. Great stuff.
Love hearing that Dan! You've got the skills to really entertain!
Hey Brian. While watching this video I just had a breakthrough about something I had been reflecting on for some time now. I am a ski racer but have recently started mountain biking a lot and I got "infected" as you called it. It's cool that on top of mtb related stuff you put out this video, because I think you give very useful tips about building a TH-cam channel and how to become a better version of yourself.
Just wanted to say big thumbs up and that I will be coming along for your next adventures.
Thank you!
That's great man, so glad you got something out of it!
I’ve been a big fan of TH-cam creators for a long time and this is one of the most interesting “how to be successful” videos I’ve seen. Great work Brian, I’m so happy that you could accomplish this dream.
Thanks for being around and being a true supporter from the beginning dude! So glad to meet so many cool people through this adventure, it's what matters most.
Great stuff, Brian! Keep doing your great work of blessing people, both off bike and on bike.
Thanks Roy, that means a lot!
100k subscribers coming soon Brian! Love the channel. Definitely gets me out on the trails more. Very inspiring.
So dang soon! Glad to get you out riding more often.
Spot on Brian. You put the work in, you'll get the rewards, whatever those are. It can take 5 minutes, it could take 50 years. And you'll only ever put the work in if you've got the passion. I've said it a few times and I'll say it again, big kudos for what you are doing and the influence it's having.
Short story, my other passion (than bikes) is music. I DJ (I have a day job too) and - short story - after 5 years I've finally found my niche (down-tempo electronica) and have been pumping a monthly radio show for 18 months. It has a small listener base that is every so slowly increasing. The parallels to your advice about building a channel are strong: find the niche, produce quality content, interact with your audience, collaborate and offer help, be passionate and do what you'd watch (or listen to) not what you think will work (play to the crowd).
All of that work has started to "pay-off" and resulted this week in a gig at, in my opinion, the best sound system in London. I couldn't help but think about all this stuff and what you, Alex and Seth are doing whilst I was queing up the records.
So a virtual high-5, fist bump and nod that this is what it's all about. Keep doing it Brian!
PS: Here's my channel ;-) (hey, you know how this works!) soundcloud.com/alonestare
Wow that's awesome man, one step at a time!! Congrats, I seriously love hearing these kinds of stories!
Thanks for the passionate video. I love audio books too. But since I am new to this TH-cam channel stuff I am so glad you are taking the time to make these videos
Glad you enjoyed the videos!
Thank you Brian for sharing your story. Fantastic work as usual.
Thanks Paul!
I've watched this video before and have been back and forth with myself about just starting already! Came back to it today and it was refreshing and motivating!
Can't wait to see how it all goes. Honestly, I hope to meet many of the YT MTB guys like yourself, Seth, Phil, and the Sampler. Here's to the effort to get there.
Thanks for the vid!
My pleasure!!
Wow. That video was just what I needed to hear. Pretty down on my luck at the moment and needed a jolt of inspiration. Thanks Brian
Awesome, glad you got something out of it!
Brian, thanks for the info I am actually going to share this with my wife. She has a youtube channel with my daughters where they play with toys and she has been trying to break into the youtube scene. Again I want to thank you for what you do. Man what a wealth of knowledge.
That's awesome dude, I hope it helps!!
I'm just so impressed that you have released 3 videos a week on a fixed schedule without missing a day for over a year. Your work ethic is yet another reason for your success. Congrats and thank you.
Ride and grind! Thanks so much Seth, glad you're still watching after all this time!
TH-cam redemption. Such a good job, Brian. There is so much schlock on youtube that I really did not spend much time/effort there............until I ran across your videos. I was a big MTB guy on the East coast in the 90's, got injured kind of badly, had to stop riding............then started riding a few months ago after nearly twenty years.
Shortly thereafter I saw your stuff. GREAT motivation. I am riding again, but left my hard-tail in the stable and have a full suspension machine now. Losing weight, getting healthy, having FUN again, and get to thank you for adding some jet fuel to my motivation engine.
Keep it up!!
That's awesome Charlie, thank you so much for sharing that. It's incredibly powerful and keeps me FIRED UP to know you're getting inspiration from this thing.
Brian, you are awesome. A lot of TH-camrs don't reply to the comments, but on almost every comment you replied. That really means a lot to people. You're totally rad🤘
Thanks Josh, I always enjoy the comments!
Thanks so much for this video!
I've been watching for a while, but came across this video today in my quest to get my channel back in action.
Currently in the process of rebranding from my previous "vape review" shenanigans...
Connection is the key. I love mountain biking, it got me fit once for the first time in my life, life happens and I have to get there again. I follow you and Alex because you guys are real people. Sure, I was looking for how to better my skills to be a better rider and that is how I found you guys, but it was through the bullshit I found you to be real. No sobery, no hey you have to look this way or to ride is on this $10,000 bike to be a real mtbr. You ride for the love of riding. That's is what has kept me around this past year and a half and motivating to get my fat ass back out there again. Thank you! 🤘🤘🤘
So glad that comes through Jody! I love having a nice bike and decent clothes, but when it comes down to I really hope people JUST GO RIDE! Now start molding that ass into it's true potential!!
BKXC oh yeah Bro! I want a nice bike and gear too and I will. I will bust my ass literally and figuratively until then lol!
Stoked for the life you're living! Thank you for the great content.
Stoked that you're still digging my videos Gary!
Hey Brian, I commented a few months ago, and I just wanted to thank you for giving great advice. I’ve gotten 280 subs in two months and that’s from watching this video. Thanks ( ur my favourite MTB channel) 🤘🏻🍻
Fantastic!!
I recently came across your video. It has inspired me to get out and ride. I just purchased a new Bike and I’m working on my cardio and my fitness within this last week I have lost 5 pounds and looking for more. I have only been on the trails a couple of times and enjoying them and can’t wait to get out on them more.Unfortunately Fall is here and the snow will come as I live in New Brunswick Canada. But I have purchased a fat bike as well and will get out on the trails in the snow. This video motivates me more to do a channel unsure if it will be mountain bike related but possibly some videos and maybe other things that I am into. I have been going through all your videos and enjoying them. Keep it up.
That's amazing dude!! Love hearing that.
Super motivational Brian. You've motivated me to start mountain biking over a month ago and I am loving it! Ya know, it's getting pretty cold. Maybe it's time to hang up that crummy Santa Cruz Brandon or whatever you call it and spend some time on skis. After all, mountain biking is just off season training for two planking.
That's fantastic, Alec, glad I got you fired up! Yeah, I may have to do a ski video, that'd be interesting!
I gotta say big b that is truly inspiring what you just said I've been going through a bit of a depression lately so thank's for the pep talk take care
Glad I could give you a bit of a spark, dude. Exercise always helps me, but it's always the last thing you want to do when you're in a funk.
Brian I'd like to see some more of that same passion you showed here to come through in your videos on the trail. You show that you have a great personality on this video. Let it come out more in your trail vids too. Love what you're doing. Cheers bud. From a faithful subscriber.
It comes out when the trail is great! Otherwise I'd just be faking it! Thanks Alex!
Absolutely amazing video, Brian! I have a lot of work cut out for me, thanks for putting this video guide out there. You're right on saying that being active in the community is a major help to success. That goes for TH-cam channels or even life in general. That reminds me, I have to make more friends and stop riding solo haha.
Life is about relationships! Glad you enjoyed the vid.
Thanks for sending this to me Brian, its given me a lot to think about. See you out on the trails!
Absolutely on point man! And every TH-cam success has changed their style two or three times.
Thanks William!
I always try to leave comments for you and Alex (and a few other smaller channels) because you're good at interacting back so I like to give my support that way.
Thanks dude, I always appreciate it!
It's great to get insight into the mind behind the mountain biking. Keep up the awesome vids!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank You for sharing your story. This advice video is just another example of the Genuine BK that comes across in all your videos. "Authenticity" is all about being real.
I'll keep watching, as long as you keep making them :)
Thanks so much Manny, very, very appreciated!
Your are all doing a great job, I spend hours of my day watching all your videos and I’m thinking of starting my own channel really soon, I have been been riding lots recently and I’m really enjoying it so making a career out of it would be a dream come true for me, I’m not sure the facilities in the UK would allow it to become as big as yours but it’s worth a try, keep doing what you’re doing guys 👌🚴👍🏻
Thanks so much!!
Thanks a lot for sharing your insights. You were one of the inspirations for me starting a channel, like you I think most mtb video out there suck! It's either 2h shaky GoPro or overproduced commercials. I was lacking the human side of it and you made understand that it's possible. Still I think there is more that can be done to improve this niche and that's my challenge..
Glad you could get a little something out of my rambling!!
Thanks for the advice! The connection part key, i suscribed because I feel I'm with you riding the trails. It makes the ride come to life! Thanks man, keep up!
That's awesome, thanks!
This video is so true. In short: be likeable (can differ for which audience ofc), have footage, be willing to put effort in it.
At the moment I have 15 subscribers, my MTB video's get between 100 to 300 views.
So far it's been mostly just pov-rides and no talking. I'm at the point where a gimbal would benefit my footage a lot.
Thinking about the 'tell a story' or be charismatic, well...not really got a clue where I would be at.
Enough to think about. Thanks Brian.
Great video Brian, have been away for 7 weeks and have now got a whole bunch of catchup to see what you've been up to! Love your insights into how your channel got its fans! Keep it up mate. 👍👍
Dude your Europe trip looked pretty damn good!! I think I had some of my best videos over the past few weeks, so you're in for a treat!
Very impressive, very inspirational! You are turning into a pretty good motivational guy yourself, both mentally and physically.
Thanks Lars, I'm so happy that something I say might have a positive impact on someone!
There is barely a day that I don't talk to someone about mtb and your jump from job to you tube mtber ! That was your turning point! That was when we either watched you fail or succeed!!!! So everyone tuned in to see ! Could someone succeed doing this?? !!! And wonderfully you have! it's possible!!! And from all your efforts I know to start my journey in the Spain the Alps then NZ . It's been brilliant to watch and your communication is outstanding!
That's so cool Mitch, thanks so much!
love your honesty Brian. Thanks for this video
Thanks dude!
This is close to my favorite video. For the simple fact that you doing what you say "connecting" with people on your terms!!! I really can appreciate that. The other reason is I just dig watching your channel. It's real and honest!! So once again great job 👍🏽!! If you do make out here to FL. Look me up and you'll have a place to crash and ride from!! Later Bro., remember to always LIVE-LIFE-LOUD!!!
Thanks, I appreciate that so much!
This video is great! It has helped me out lots!
Dude, I really love this in depth video. Very inspirational, inyereating and motivating! Even though I am not planning on starting a TH-cam channel. You are a great guy, keep at it!
Awesome, so glad you got something out of it!
Brilliant advice Brian and so eloquently delivered. When it comes to MTB content you're at the top.
Thanks a ton Eddie!
Your positivity is almost infectious. Good stuff man, good stuff....
Thanks so much Stuart!
I still remember the first 100 subs video update riding with your SB66👍🏼 Osprey review was the best I got from you man coz up to know Im digging my backpack. Thanks Brian!
Haha I still remember YOU! Thanks man
You are awesome Brian! Good luck for many years of adventures bro!
Dude honestly great video!! You were able to capture your audience without even riding some of the most beautiful trails! Very honest and still inspiring as always keep up the great work man!
Awesome, glad you got something out of it Joe!