This area is so much more than initially meets the eye. There are trail systems that stretch out to the west that go into two whole different forested areas. Bond Lake & McCloud's landing. Trailforks can guide you. Stress less, ride more. Stay safe.
Just start with the one I started with first in my video. Take it slow and work your way up! Wear your helmet and other protective gear if you have it!
This is my local trail system and I go as often as I can. There are some people that are building tons of new jumps in the freeride area and are working on a whole new trail. You should come back here and check it out!
Went there for the first time today, it’s awesome. If you go back - from free ride section, follow the main trail going east from there, there’s a big hill on the left. If you get to the top of that hill (I think the Trailforks mapped trail that gets you there is called endurathon), look for a chute on the south side of the hill. One goes to big fun step up, and the biggest jump I’ve seen in the wild in Ontario. Very friendly landing area though so you don’t have to make it to the true sweet spot - over a 40 foot gap. Took it at 80-90% speed of what you would need and it was super fun. For me, the in run started to feel too sketchy to take faster than that - being on a hard tail didn’t help. You may be able to clear it.
How much are your bike? What is the usual price for a beginner's bicycle who just started mountain biking? Would u recommend me one? I dontwant to buy too cheap one that would danger me to ride this type of trail
This bike is kinda old, its from 2016. I bought it used for 1600. For a begginer you could start on a hardtail from trek, specialized, giant or Norco. You can get something decent for around the 1500 dollar mark (brand new). That way you can see if you like the sport. If you get into it, I would sell your hardtail and buy a full suspension. Don't forget to put some money aside for a good helmet and probably some knee pads. Troy Lee, Fox, IXS and Smith make good protective gear.
Ooo looks like I've got some exploring to do haha. I remember seeing videos of a 50 foot gap and some gnarly freeride features. Jeffy is so good. I should definately spend more time there next year
its the type of place u want to tell ur friends about because its sick however u don't want to spoil its hidden-ness. this year some people came around and started messing with the features in the free ride section, removing rocks and totally ruining the drop, so I rebuilt some this fall hopefully its still standing
New to MTB and from the GTA, so I really appreciate your videos for showing me what options I have around my area. Between you and Trailforks, I've got everything I'll ever need! I don't know anyone else in the sport, do you know of any good biking community pages/groups for the area?
Great to hear! There's a ton of stuff to ride around the GTA! I would reccomend the Don Valley MTB page as well as Mountain Bikers Ontario. At the moment, facebook groups havr devolved a major shit show with this pandemic going on but these groups should bounce back eventually.
@@GoodTrails thanks, I'll check them out! Only good thing about the pandemic is that it's forcing me to learn the basics in a parking lot for the meantime, working on my bunny hop
Buddy youre a fucking beauty if I've seen one. Been tryna find new trails to hit around. You could try G Ross Lord Park or Earl Bales, both worth checking
LMAO dude you inspire me to do the same! So far I've only been to Blue Mountain and the Don Valley, got into MTB a month ago, picking up my first ever proper mountain bike this week! Once I fully explore and master the Don Valley I'ma go to Milton, Horseshoe, and what else would you recommend? I'm looking for long trails, I really like the ridge!
Not op but the hydrocut trails in Waterloo has some really well built flowy xc trails. Good place for a day trip because the trails are sanctioned so the signage is excellent, the trails are one directional and features well marked so they’re pretty safe to ride blind at a good pace
petarbg123 cross country. Didn’t mean it’s meant for xc racers though just meant they go up and down as opposed to like downhill free ride trails where you take a fire road to the top. Similar idea to the don valley trails
petarbg123 I’ve only been to the don 4 times tbh haven’t ridden the ridge yet I’ll have to check it out next time. It just depends on what you consider xc I guess, I personally call the don trails xc just because they involve so much on trail climbing, but trails like climbmax or rollerflowster have a downhill trail feel on the descents and you probably would be skipping most of the features if you’re on an actual xc bike. I’m guessing you might like the hydrocut then because you barely need to use your brakes there where as some of the don trails like catalyst you have to be pretty careful in the corners if you don’t like falling down 60 degree slopes. I do kind of enjoy the scariness of the exposure at the don though
I live 2 minutes from that trail! It’s awesome!
Nice!
Does this trail include some lines that will be good for beginners?
@@japapelili Yea I think so, haven’t been there in a while but definitely one of the best trails in my area.
Thanks for this, it looks pretty crazy but i may try it out when i visit town next week when i'm in town for work!
My favourite trails in the GTA!
@@GoodTrails I think im going there Monday, weather and work permitting, very excited
Nice!
This area is so much more than initially meets the eye. There are trail systems that stretch out to the west that go into two whole different forested areas. Bond Lake & McCloud's landing. Trailforks can guide you.
Stress less, ride more. Stay safe.
Agreed! Jeffeson Forrest is such a low key gold mine full of trails just outside of Toronto. I can't believe it's not discussed more!
@@GoodTrails Roger that!
I will go there this summer for sure
Nice! It's definately worth the trip. I didn't even get onto the ton of other trails here in this video
God damn..that was Gnarly for GTA
Yah it’s a really nice trail system! Also there are really gnarly jumps in there. There is a 50 footer gap somewhere that I have yet to find
What part of the trail is the “ free ride zone” looking for those nice jumps
I’m not sure, it’s party of any trail. I just stumbled on it
Great video man
I’m a beginner mountain biker myself and was wondering if you can give me some tips on how to nail the jumps here
Just start with the one I started with first in my video. Take it slow and work your way up! Wear your helmet and other protective gear if you have it!
This is my local trail system and I go as often as I can. There are some people that are building tons of new jumps in the freeride area and are working on a whole new trail. You should come back here and check it out!
Good to know! I will try to make it out this year!
Nice!! Looks like a place I’ll have to check out!
There is alot more than what I covered!
Where is the first of ride if the day where you did the jump at ?
Went there for the first time today, it’s awesome. If you go back - from free ride section, follow the main trail going east from there, there’s a big hill on the left. If you get to the top of that hill (I think the Trailforks mapped trail that gets you there is called endurathon), look for a chute on the south side of the hill. One goes to big fun step up, and the biggest jump I’ve seen in the wild in Ontario. Very friendly landing area though so you don’t have to make it to the true sweet spot - over a 40 foot gap. Took it at 80-90% speed of what you would need and it was super fun. For me, the in run started to feel too sketchy to take faster than that - being on a hard tail didn’t help. You may be able to clear it.
I remember my friends telling me in 2013 they hit a 50 foot gap in there. That's probably the one you found! cool!
Just shredding it🤟🏽🤟🏽 Sweet video man keep it up 💯💯
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!!
Visited that place for the first time myself a couple days ago. Some sneaky good lines and hits in there! Ridgeliner is mint
Yep! Very underrated trails!
How much are your bike? What is the usual price for a beginner's bicycle who just started mountain biking? Would u recommend me one?
I dontwant to buy too cheap one that would danger me to ride this type of trail
This bike is kinda old, its from 2016. I bought it used for 1600. For a begginer you could start on a hardtail from trek, specialized, giant or Norco. You can get something decent for around the 1500 dollar mark (brand new). That way you can see if you like the sport. If you get into it, I would sell your hardtail and buy a full suspension. Don't forget to put some money aside for a good helmet and probably some knee pads. Troy Lee, Fox, IXS and Smith make good protective gear.
"Jeffy" local here, great video! lots more sick hidden jumps, including an entire free ride/DJ section that's brand new but quite hidden
Ooo looks like I've got some exploring to do haha. I remember seeing videos of a 50 foot gap and some gnarly freeride features. Jeffy is so good. I should definately spend more time there next year
*awesome video, subbed and belled for quality 4K mtb videso*
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
crackhouse is relatively long 5min+, it s up and down though, that s why, bit like a Don trail, but pretty good
I will check that out! I really like this spot.
you should come to hunters Creek in East aroura NY there is a 3 massive freeride lines and a bunch of techy climbs
Awesome tip! I will look it up!
Jefferson is a hidden gem in the GTA.
Agreed! It's lots of fun!
its the type of place u want to tell ur friends about because its sick however u don't want to spoil its hidden-ness. this year some people came around and started messing with the features in the free ride section, removing rocks and totally ruining the drop, so I rebuilt some this fall hopefully its still standing
I've heard there is some development they are planning there and alot of the trails are at risk
That shirt brought back some childhood memories!
Cool video. I appreciate that you included the responsible approach to trying new features.
Hockey Night in Canada!
Did you hit dannys downhill that trails crazy good!
No - I missed that one! I'll have to go again. Jefferson Forest is really fun and quite close to home.
New to MTB and from the GTA, so I really appreciate your videos for showing me what options I have around my area. Between you and Trailforks, I've got everything I'll ever need! I don't know anyone else in the sport, do you know of any good biking community pages/groups for the area?
Great to hear! There's a ton of stuff to ride around the GTA! I would reccomend the Don Valley MTB page as well as Mountain Bikers Ontario. At the moment, facebook groups havr devolved a major shit show with this pandemic going on but these groups should bounce back eventually.
@@GoodTrails thanks, I'll check them out! Only good thing about the pandemic is that it's forcing me to learn the basics in a parking lot for the meantime, working on my bunny hop
Buddy youre a fucking beauty if I've seen one. Been tryna find new trails to hit around. You could try G Ross Lord Park or Earl Bales, both worth checking
Bahah thanks. Already done a video on those exact trails! Its called something like north end trails or something like that
That freeride area was cool, your were getting some great air! The other trails looked short and sweet, great find!
Thanks! It's not bad at all for the GTA
LMAO dude you inspire me to do the same! So far I've only been to Blue Mountain and the Don Valley, got into MTB a month ago, picking up my first ever proper mountain bike this week! Once I fully explore and master the Don Valley I'ma go to Milton, Horseshoe, and what else would you recommend? I'm looking for long trails, I really like the ridge!
Not op but the hydrocut trails in Waterloo has some really well built flowy xc trails. Good place for a day trip because the trails are sanctioned so the signage is excellent, the trails are one directional and features well marked so they’re pretty safe to ride blind at a good pace
@@powerfister69 what are xc trails?
petarbg123 cross country. Didn’t mean it’s meant for xc racers though just meant they go up and down as opposed to like downhill free ride trails where you take a fire road to the top. Similar idea to the don valley trails
@@powerfister69 Is the ridge considered an xc trail? Because that's by far my favorite of all in the Don, the flow on it is just perfect!!
petarbg123 I’ve only been to the don 4 times tbh haven’t ridden the ridge yet I’ll have to check it out next time. It just depends on what you consider xc I guess, I personally call the don trails xc just because they involve so much on trail climbing, but trails like climbmax or rollerflowster have a downhill trail feel on the descents and you probably would be skipping most of the features if you’re on an actual xc bike. I’m guessing you might like the hydrocut then because you barely need to use your brakes there where as some of the don trails like catalyst you have to be pretty careful in the corners if you don’t like falling down 60 degree slopes. I do kind of enjoy the scariness of the exposure at the don though
Keep up the great video!!
Thanks! Will do
Jefferson is dope, haven’t been in a couple years
Yeah it is! You should go
My favourite trail system! I say its more beginner friendly than The Don.
Nice! i would like to explore it more!
Nice! i would like to explore it more!
love this place for practice, got new dh bike and might try it there lol
Some of the bigger gaps are worthy of a Dh bike for sure!
nice track.