Mountain Biking in Aboyne is Magic!

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  • Welcome to Aboyne MTB trails and the first adventure on the Bird Aether 9C trail bike.
    In this video we head to Aboyne MTB trails sampling the trails - Rockhopper, a bit of Chutney and Relish. Although the focus on this video was getting the new trail bike set up, we still got to sample some of the awesome mtb riding to be had in Aboyne.
    This was my first ride on the Bird Aether 9C and I was hugely impressed. I hope you enjoy the video, finding out more about the bike and getting a feel for what is on offer at Aboyne.
    To help you find the parts of the video you most want to see, I have added the following chapters.
    0:00 Intro to the video
    0:39 The background for today's ride...
    1:48 Setting up the Bird Aether 9C
    3:52 Rockhopper trail Aboyne
    4:16 This feature on Rockhopper is quite scary!
    6:53 Tarland 2 Trails are nearly here...
    9:05 Relish trail at Aboyne is amazing!
    13:00 Reflections on Aboyne MTB
    If you are new to my videos then expect to see high quality riding vlogs shot in the same style as McTrail Rider and BKXC. I try to travel to the best MTB locations in Scotland finding you the best mountain biking trails to ride, enjoy and explore.
    The video was shot on a GoPro Hero 10 mounted on the chin of an Endura MT500 helmet using a Gnartec mount.
    I am sponsored by Bird Cycleworks. To they make incredible bikes at really competitive prices. check out their range of bikes and more at their website: www.bird.bike/
    I am sponsored by Mudhugger. They make the best MTB mud protection out there! www.themudhugger.co.uk/
    I am supported by Endura clothing. This is one of the most respected brands in the industry. To see why check out www.endurasport.com/
    My bike is maintained by Bspoke Cycles Peebles. They offer insanely good service and I cannot recommend them enough. Check them out at bspokepeebles.co.uk/
    #aboyne #aboynemtb #aboynemountainbiking
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  • @stewartleese5052
    @stewartleese5052 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another goodie. Well done.

  • @PeteMac69
    @PeteMac69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Flow heaven = Queenstown NZ. McNearly Gnarly at Wynyard. Rude Rock, Hot Rod, Zoot/lower Zoot at Coronet Peak. And then add Skyline itself, Glendhu and Alexandra day trips. Definitely a bucket list place to ride and I'll be back there in the Future. Hope to tick of some of the trails you are showcasing in June/July. Keep them coming please👍

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It sounds like I need to get out there mate. I'd love to ride in the Southern Hemisphere! Cheers for giving a list and some tips. I'll definitely check them out on YT. Enjoy your trip in June and July 👍

  • @tobyisbister331
    @tobyisbister331 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Mr Pigeon 👍

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers buddy. The edits seem to be going well. Looking forward to some spring/summer adventures now for sure!

  • @francomcsherrypostalteammt2196
    @francomcsherrypostalteammt2196 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Aboyne looks awesome mate. Al need to take the postal team up there to try trails out.. new bike looks the part hope you have lots of fun on it. Vid s are next level now mate.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Franco. Definitely get the team up there. They would love it!

  • @LukeMegBiking
    @LukeMegBiking ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks ace!!!!

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's so good!!! And we've got Tarland 2 opening in a few weeks. Aberdeenshire is hot right now!!!

  • @thefoolonthhill
    @thefoolonthhill ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid, Watched it during the week. Inspired. Headed up there today. Wow wow wow, amazing trails. Gold. Loved them. Best day out in a long time. Didn't make it round to rockhopper but got 43kms with relish, chutney and masterblaster and a few in between.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice! That's a proper day mate. So glad you enjoyed it. That's what the vids are all about. Get out and ride! 🤙

    • @thefoolonthhill
      @thefoolonthhill ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For sure man. Love ur vids. Recently started watching them on the big tv instead of my phone. Now the kids are asking if the pigeons got any new vids for us to watch. They are only 8 and 6 and are just starting to have an interest in mtb = more days out on the bikes, win win 🤟

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah, cheers for sharing that mate. That means the world that does. I'm hoping to bring you some great vids through the year that will continue to be family friendly! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. It really is appreciated 👍

    • @thefoolonthhill
      @thefoolonthhill ปีที่แล้ว

      No probs man. Gonna be an awesome summer for Scottish MTB with all the new stuff coming. Really can't wait. Hope you have a class year and we look forward to your vids.

  • @DizRidesMtb
    @DizRidesMtb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid bro . Class riding n trails. New bike looks sweet dude 👏👏👊👊

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers brother. I'm glad you enjoyed the vid! YT is pretty competitive these days so I'm trying to make sure the content is good 👌

    • @DizRidesMtb
      @DizRidesMtb ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@streetpigeonmtb awesome bro 👏👊👊

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      👌👌👌

  • @rossridesmtb7497
    @rossridesmtb7497 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The edits continue to get better and better, the drone footage adds so many great view points, you get much more of a sense of the trail. Love your work dude!

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you mate. It's not the perfect piece if kit, but you certainly can get some shots that add to the enjoyment of the vids! Cheers for the positive vibes buddy 😁

  • @ab_mtb
    @ab_mtb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks amazing, think we will be doing this for our HBR warm up instead 🤣🤣

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I take it you've done Tarland?

    • @ab_mtb
      @ab_mtb ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@streetpigeonmtb no we are heading there on Sunday, HBR on Saturday & noe going to aboyne on Friday night for my mates 40th

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ab_mtb have a great one buddy 👍

  • @LauraJaneWeeTamMTB
    @LauraJaneWeeTamMTB ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Trail dogs for the win! 🙌Great vid and good to hear a Tarland update!

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      Tarland is going to be so good! 👌👌👌

  • @smv9338
    @smv9338 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great filming & the trails look amazing. Really enjoyed watching your edit.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah, cheers mate. Really pleased you enjoyed the edit 👍

  • @TheMTBPOV
    @TheMTBPOV ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always enjoy your edits dude, bike looks mega.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bud. Absolutely loving the new machine 😁

  • @bigbigpedro100
    @bigbigpedro100 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've just had a go on rockhopper..
    Gopro doesn't do this trail justice, it's nuts!

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Tell me about it. GoPros do this all the time 🤣

  • @GavinFAllison
    @GavinFAllison ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I absolutely love my 9C. Glad you are enjoying riding it.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      An absolute blast Gavin. I can't stop smiling on it 🙌

  • @darrenlavery136
    @darrenlavery136 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and the trail bike is stunning really like it Jamie

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers pal. It's a lot of fun to ride! Glad you enjoyed the edit 👍

  • @TrailTrackerSwitzerland
    @TrailTrackerSwitzerland ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fabulous section of trail. You certainly look like you're feeling comfortable on the new bike 🤘

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's incredible eh? There is a lot more trail but it was closed for maintenance that day... A good excuse to go back!
      Sign of a good bike when you can instantly be at home on it. I can't believe how capable bikes are these days 🤯
      Hope you are all good bud.

  • @rupertbrock417
    @rupertbrock417 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like a lot of fun

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      I can honestly say that it is one of the best sections of trail I've ridden in a long time. Smiles for miles 😁😁😁

  • @rhettetherington1351
    @rhettetherington1351 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video as always. Looks like the new bike is going to get alot of use.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers bud. It's hard to keep off it! I'm going to make sure I spilt the vids up evenly between the bikes though... Well, that's the plan at least 🙈

  • @marcusdavies257
    @marcusdavies257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That looks a proper fun bit of trail 🤘, and loving the bits of drone footage, nicely done 👌

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's such a good trail. Honestly, you just smile the whole way down 😁

    • @marcusdavies257
      @marcusdavies257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@streetpigeonmtb looks like the kind of trail that gets even better the more you ride it and get to know it 😎

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, for sure. I'd love something like this at my local!

    • @marcusdavies257
      @marcusdavies257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@streetpigeonmtb ha ha, yeah, that would be living the dream.

  • @rascott1970
    @rascott1970 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    More Aether videos please! Recently got a 9A in the sale ( atomic blue 👌🏻) and loving it so far.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah brilliant! Hope you are enjoying it mate. Expect to see a good few Aether 9 vids this year and in the future 👌

  • @garioch_gravel_rider7376
    @garioch_gravel_rider7376 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome edit Jamie! Good to see you loving the ATA trails 😁

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are brilliant! Expect to see a lot more Aberdeenshire content in 2023 🤙

    • @garioch_gravel_rider7376
      @garioch_gravel_rider7376 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@streetpigeonmtb Excellent! Need to catch up for a ride sometime!

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would be great 👍

  • @DownhillDesireMTB
    @DownhillDesireMTB ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Quality content as usual Jamie👍 really enjoyed the bit showing you using the drone! (me being an aspiring youtuber!) the drone footage takes the content to the next level! but i know it sometimes feels like we are holding up the rides with our faffing about to get "the shot" lol. Life of an MTB content creator aye ! lol

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha ha. Indeed! Yeah, thought I'd keep that footage in there to show folks what goes on behind the scenes. I'm glad you are enjoying the vids. I'm trying to make sure the edits are strong in 2023 💪

    • @DownhillDesireMTB
      @DownhillDesireMTB ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@streetpigeonmtb buddy you're doing so well! your content/edits are standing head and shoulders above the vast majority of part time youtubers. Your one of my go to sources of inspiration for us "normal folks" trying to crack the YT game lol

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah, thanks mate. I've always tried to focus a bit more on the editing side to try and offer something a wee bit different. Keep at it mate. TH-cam is next to impossible these days and I believe the war of attrition is real. For a while I got down about my lack of progress in channel growth, so now I just focus making the edits I want to make rather than chasing views. I've been a lot happier since doing that and ironically, I think I've had better views since taking thay approach.
      Thanks for taking time to comment and feedback. Best of luck with your channel and have an awesome 2023👌

  • @shaneycarter8803
    @shaneycarter8803 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work as usual Pal.
    Picking up my 9c on Thursday as presently away in Amsterdam with my bestie.
    Going full top end build with Zero Moto 3 carbon wheels, xx1 drivetrain and code RSC as I'm a bit heavier. Deity carbon bars and reverb dropper. Running Pike ultimate 140mm and the same Ultimate deluxe rear shock The invis kit has arrived for installation prior to build.
    Can't wait to get it to Hamsterley, my local trails.
    Ps how's your thoughts on the rear shock ?
    Cheers Pal stay safe 👍

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That sounds like an incredible build mate. Really top end! Would be interested to hear what you think about the carbon wheels.
      Shock has been flawless so far. Very supple with a nice poppy feel and a decent ramp up on it. I'm enjoying it.
      Thanks for taking the time to comment. Let me know how you get on with the new steed!

    • @shaneycarter8803
      @shaneycarter8803 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's great to hear your thoughts on the shock as this was exactly what I was hoping for 👌
      Looking forward to trying out the zip Moto's too, the build quality is top drawer with the new V2 hub with practically instant engagement. Hoping that the ankle flex they are meant to have will soak up the little bumps whilst improving traction etc.
      I'll let you know as soon as she's ridden and tested out. Can't wait mate. All the best 👍

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You too! 😁👍

  • @kevinwood8021
    @kevinwood8021 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jamie great VLOG and trails. One pot thoughts?👊

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Twin pots... One would be pushing it I think 😁 The Cudas are very good - my only criticism is they took probably two rides to bed in.
      The initial bite feel is similar to Shimano, however the Formulas have more modulation after the initial bite.
      Overall I think twin pots are more than ample for a trail bike and/or lighter riders.

  • @DrFaroon
    @DrFaroon ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where is the Rockhopper trail, Jamie? Looks like you drove to Relish from wherever it is?

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's pretty much in Aboyne itself. If you check my Strava out or get on Trailforks you'll find it.
      Relish is in Birse Woods which is a 5 minute drive from Aboyne 👍

    • @DrFaroon
      @DrFaroon ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@streetpigeonmtb Found it - Trail Forks search engine fail. I've been to Birse Woods a plenty. Looks like you're doing the trails I did last week - I had a week in Aviemore, so we did Glenlivet, Laggan, Balloch, Learnie, Fort Bill. Great week. Now looking forward to the opening of Tarland 2, and the updated Glassie trails, while hitting the locals at Ball.

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      So many good trail options in 2023 mate 👌

  • @re7qi
    @re7qi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, how tall are you and what size frame were you riding?

    • @streetpigeonmtb
      @streetpigeonmtb  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi there. I'm 189cm and was on a large 👍 I could fit XL on most Bird frames but L feels right for the trails I ride 👍