Thanks to Kuat Racks (bit.ly/KuatNVRack) for the awesome new addition to the van, and to all my patrons (www.patreon.com/singletracksampler) that help make this channel possible every day, every video ! My bike storage is one of the most important pieces of the van build, and now I feel like it is DIALED - I couldn't be more stoked. Now on to getting it organized with all my ride gear..
Alex has been spending the night in his van while parked in my driveway, sometimes spending the day editing from the van as well. This is a sign of things to come!
Hey singletracksampler, I just want to say thanks for making these great videos! I started mountain biking because if you and now I'm riding black diamonds on the daily! You have really inpired me to have a different look on life and I just want to say thanks. And ride on!
Did a heap of Mountain biking in the late 90's, got back into it watching You and Seth with my son. The kid like enthusiasm you ooze keep us going too! Thanks so much, keep it up!!! Adam & Riley. Australia.
that hitch rack is an awesome option. not only to shuttle friends, but sometimes the bike is just too dirty to put inside. it also makes the van look even cooler!
Yep, and perfect for when you can't be bothered taking the front wheel off (small thing, but it used to drive me insane at the end of a long ride to have to take the wheel off, put it inside the car, and then lift a 15kg enduro bike up on top of my ute).
Mr. Sampler! I love your energetic laughs you've captured on the trail. That alone makes me want to ride tonight. Nice rack, and keep up the good work on the van!
So your videos are what inspired me to ride MTB. I was a trail runner with a shit knee and mountain biking was the best solution. I’m on a cheap bike for now. I’d love to ride with you one day when I’m on a good bike. LFRHGS brother!
I just caught up on all of your vids. It took me two weeks, lol. Then, then I went down a rabbit hole of cycling vids. Thanks!! Dude, you travel more than a penny from 1952.
i have a Kuat Transfer rack and it's flipping the best! Sooooo easy to deal with whether it's loading the bikes or set up. Plus, I called them about an issue I had and they just sent me out replacement parts. No questions asked. I always recommend my rack to others when we're out and about.
I have the Pivot and a 4 Bike NV. It is great setup and I get tons of questions at the trailhead about the swing arm as it is relatively new to the market. Makes the rack so much easier to navigate and allows you to actually get in the back of your vehicle!
So love watching you ride. the enthusiasm you have on the trails is very contagious. Can not wait for the weather to get better here so I can get out on the trails.
Amazing. This van life literally is one of the best out there. Your videos are such an inspiration me and for others to go out and riding, also enjoy the stoked of outdoors at the same time. Live Free, Ride Hard and Get Stoked!
You should try putting one of those wall mountable bike stands on the inside of your back door so you can work on your bike wherever. Love how the van build is coming along!
13's the lucky number ! Awesome vid. I'm copying that bed in my 97 Chevy Box Van,by the way, but it will be a queen with straight sides . Also the bike slider racks are such a great idea.
The Kuat NV is overall a great rack. My riding buddy has one on his van. If I ever need to upgrade from my cheap rack (I have a pickup so don't really need a rack at all) it will be an NV!!!
I have the same Kuat NV2.0. They are a bit on the pricey side, but incredibly well built and their customer service is top notch. Sometimes you get what you pay for. BTW if you want to carry two more bikes, they make an extension for your rack, accommodating 4 bikes total.
I found your channel by my interest in living out vehicles. This is the first video I saw you going down-hill biking and its fun to watch because it shows very well that you're definitely doing something you really love. It's cool to see that and a lot of people, including myself, don't chase what they love to do out of fear of it not being the best financial option. --- Love the inspiration man... Keep it real
You, Seth, and Brian own three of the most preferred hitch racks available. It would be cool to see a comparison video and opinions from all three of you.
I loved everything about this video. I got to see the van put to use, the perfect rack for it (and best executed promo vid, as the company is so rad), a sick group of riders coming together for the passion of riding, some epic trails, topped off with pizza and beer. This is the mtb lifestyle I love compiled into one easy and fun to watch vid full of stoke. Much thanks for this great material dude! Big fan.
I just found your channel today. What an awesome channel. Dude it is fun watching you ride the trails on your bike. Keep up all the great content! Now time for me to do some binge watching!
Three things I would like to ask/suggest: 1. Need a review of that Kuat. I've been looking for an upgrade to my bike rack and that Kuat looks nice. 2. You need a mud-proof bed cover. For those times when you need to shuttle people during wet and muddy days. 3. What's the real world fuel consumption on the van so far? I've been thinking about buying a van as well. Thanks!
Your whip is really coming along. It's been awesome watchin' the build. You guys ride really fast. Scares me sitting here. I can't wait for my butt to unpucker after watchin' this...
Hey Alex! I am really happy for you! It is great to see things coming together for you. I have been following you on and off for a couple of years now, thru all your mishaps and over comings and to me your enthusiasm and hanging in there is your real appeal, and you are obviously a cool dude which makes a big difference too. I just wanted to let you know if you didn't already that that Kuat has an 2 bike add on. It attaches to the end of the existing NV 2.0 rack to increase the carrying capacity to 4 bikes!! Also, you didn't mention it but Kuat would probably like you to showcase the fact that it comes with a field expedient bike stand too for performing your van/field based maintenance and repairs! That really is a cool feature along with the locking/securing capabilities that obviously add tons of value to the rack. Basically I think that you have the best rack in the business, and I have shopped all brands of racks. It is pricey though I know that with the pivot swing arm, the basic 2 bike rack and then the 2 bike add-on rack it is pushing $1,300, but if you really shop around maybe as low as $1,150, but that's not adding on the tax either!! But, It is a super awesome rack and with 4 bikes on your rack and 6 in your garage that's a monster Mtb partying 10 BIKES!!!!!!!!!!! That would basically make you and your van the "Multi-Mtb Carrying Master of the Universe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" That isn't even considering the fact that you could still install some considerable roof racking and carry several more bikes, on top of that. Stay stoked, Jack!
Yo that was fun to watch. Lol..I should be sleeping but I was no joke stoked and it got me hyped lol. I saw the van build first and then the trail ride from greatness! Nothing but love.
I saw a guy during American Ninja Warrior this week wearing one of your shirts. He was on the sidelines cheering on a friend or relative who was competing on the show.
Dude, with the blue lights on it looked like a seedy nightclub haha - need to get some strobes going! Seriously though congrats on the van, it's looking awesome and I'm certain you're gonna have great times in it for years to come. Keep it up man.
Just got myself a Kuat NV 2.0 last week. I was sick of having to take the front wheel off my enduro bike multiple times per week and lift it up onto the roof of my ute. Kuat are expensive as all hell in Australia, but it's worth every $$$
Look up Molle/ modular seat covers. It will give you extra storage behind your seats, and completely customizable. Every inch of storage space matters!
Bought the pivot when first released. I wish there was another receiver under it for towing. Currently have to remove the pivot every single time I have to tow (pretty often lately). The wilco swing away looks like it may be built a bit better and has the features I want. I think I have have gotten confused during researching of all the different swing aways
Sweet sweet garage set up. I picked up a Yakima Backswing that does the same as the Kurt,works awesome on my van. PS thanks for using Parks Tools those guys are the Best!
Im think a solid 15 people could get into it but crammed maybe 10 or 11 for still being comfortable love your stuff by the way man keep it up!!! and you should come up to BC and i might ride with you!
Hey! If recently started following you channel because if the van build and it's a plus you ride stupid quick on gnarly trails! I watch your riding vids while I'm on the bike in the gym, makes me cycle faster and longer haha cheers fella!
Yo what's up dude, welcome to the channel!! Love to hear that you are watching while being active, that's an awesome combo. Stay stoked and keep pedaling!!
DO NOT rely on that lock system! Know some folks that went into a restaurant only to come out and find an empty rack. Those cables can be cut very easily. Get a couple kryptonite 14mm chains and HEAVY duty locks and fahgettaboudtit
Trailjunkie - X2. I had my Salsa Spearfish stolen while taking other suitcases into a hotel. Came back out to take it inside to find the cable cut and gone! Expensive lesson. Now the bikes get locked with 14mm chain and mini D-locks to the receiver chain hook-ups...always. Of course that was in the SF Bay area-one of the worst bike theft areas. Cable locks are worthless - police told me almost every bum they pat down carries cable cutters.
Trailjunkie - Nope on the insurance - they said it was “outside” the vehicle and thus not covered. Picked up a 2017 model at Krakatoa Bikes in Fairfield, CA- they had it in 2 days. Nice little bike shop!!! Oh and got a new insurance company. :)
Ayy yo Alex, I've been watching the van build...super badass...The only thing I'd change is to add more solar. You can get efficient flexible solar panel to glue down on the roof and increase your output and axe the wind noise from that rack mounted one! Ch
I got that same rack back in the spring. Love it. And man, blue mountain pizza is so good. Try to stop the any time I'm headed up that way from greenville.
Thanks to Kuat Racks (bit.ly/KuatNVRack) for the awesome new addition to the van, and to all my patrons (www.patreon.com/singletracksampler) that help make this channel possible every day, every video ! My bike storage is one of the most important pieces of the van build, and now I feel like it is DIALED - I couldn't be more stoked. Now on to getting it organized with all my ride gear..
The Singletrack Sampler how heavy is that thing ?....It looks kinda heavy.
Tried Kuat link and didn't work on my phone. Anyone else experience this?
Tom Mauro I just did ...Nope it didn’t work for me either ..
Hey dude found your channel from Seth you guys rock!! Much love from England
The Singletrack Sampler I saw you in Michigan City by lake michigan
Alex has been spending the night in his van while parked in my driveway, sometimes spending the day editing from the van as well. This is a sign of things to come!
Ready for that open road!
Can't wait for more videos to come
Alex comme nb Canada there’s some great trails and a pretty sick bike park
Yeah but he's still mooching off your wifi, right!? XD
lol
Hey singletracksampler, I just want to say thanks for making these great videos! I started mountain biking because if you and now I'm riding black diamonds on the daily! You have really inpired me to have a different look on life and I just want to say thanks. And ride on!
Merketroid thanks!
I've progressed more now I even hit some double black diamonds at cuyuna lakes!
I saw some dude wearing you merch on American ninja warrior!
HOW SICK WAS THAT!! I saw it too :P
Links ?
This is the best van setup I have ever seen, stoked on the progress!
yewwww!! Thanks dude, a ton of thought went into the layout and then I had such awesome help in the execution
Did a heap of Mountain biking in the late 90's, got back into it watching You and Seth with my son. The kid like enthusiasm you ooze keep us going too! Thanks so much, keep it up!!! Adam & Riley. Australia.
I would just like to say mate, the van is unreal!!!! Life goals right there. Your living the dream Alex . 👍
Yo thank you dude!! I am 100% living my dream, and so damn grateful to be able to say that!!!
that hitch rack is an awesome option. not only to shuttle friends, but sometimes the bike is just too dirty to put inside. it also makes the van look even cooler!
Yes! I actually just did that yesterday after riding all day in the mud, and it was SO NICE to be able to leave it outside until after cleaning
Yep, and perfect for when you can't be bothered taking the front wheel off (small thing, but it used to drive me insane at the end of a long ride to have to take the wheel off, put it inside the car, and then lift a 15kg enduro bike up on top of my ute).
Mr. Sampler! I love your energetic laughs you've captured on the trail. That alone makes me want to ride tonight. Nice rack, and keep up the good work on the van!
I have had that Kuat rack for More than 5 years it is awesome dependable safe and Kuat has THE best customer service E V E R....
So your videos are what inspired me to ride MTB. I was a trail runner with a shit knee and mountain biking was the best solution. I’m on a cheap bike for now. I’d love to ride with you one day when I’m on a good bike. LFRHGS brother!
I just caught up on all of your vids. It took me two weeks, lol. Then, then I went down a rabbit hole of cycling vids. Thanks!! Dude, you travel more than a penny from 1952.
Thanks to you and BKXC I have lost a stone in 3 weeks by riding my bike on my local trail in the UK
SpudRaider, there so good and inspirational 🙂🙂
👌
A stone?
i have a Kuat Transfer rack and it's flipping the best! Sooooo easy to deal with whether it's loading the bikes or set up. Plus, I called them about an issue I had and they just sent me out replacement parts. No questions asked. I always recommend my rack to others when we're out and about.
I have the Pivot and a 4 Bike NV. It is great setup and I get tons of questions at the trailhead about the swing arm as it is relatively new to the market. Makes the rack so much easier to navigate and allows you to actually get in the back of your vehicle!
So love watching you ride. the enthusiasm you have on the trails is very contagious. Can not wait for the weather to get better here so I can get out on the trails.
Don't think I've watched you ride like that before, and it's awesome.. 110% the whole way.
Alex this is the mountain bikers dream come true man, really stoked for you. The future of this channel will be even more awesome now \m/
Slick-track Shuttler. You were having a blast on another blind ride. Good times.
I have the same bike rack. Totally worth it as the tension device keeps it from rattling in the bumper hitch.
Such stable ride footage, even the falls look comfortable. Alex your energy is contagious keep it up.
Holy shit he's gotten so much better this past year. I mean he's doing manuals now!
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Best vanlife setup. Turned out way better than what I have seen
I feel like I was able to take ideas from others and make the ultimate combo! :P
Amazing. This van life literally is one of the best out there. Your videos are such an inspiration me and for others to go out and riding, also enjoy the stoked of outdoors at the same time. Live Free, Ride Hard and Get Stoked!
You're friends look like really nice people, and solid riders too. I like that you often include others in your videos. Cheers kid!
Just noticed the fingertip pullup/practice board over the sliding door. SICK! Killer riding, man.
You should try putting one of those wall mountable bike stands on the inside of your back door so you can work on your bike wherever. Love how the van build is coming along!
Garret Hitmar the Kuat rack has a built in TrailDoc workstand. Pivot the empty rack out 90 degrees, flip the rack vertical and good to go
Love the Kuate racks! You can easily put a add on to yours and they have another attachment that has a mechanic stand on the end of the rack.
13's the lucky number ! Awesome vid. I'm copying that bed in my 97 Chevy Box Van,by the way,
but it will be a queen with straight sides . Also the bike slider racks are such a great idea.
The Kuat NV is overall a great rack. My riding buddy has one on his van. If I ever need to upgrade from my cheap rack (I have a pickup so don't really need a rack at all) it will be an NV!!!
I have the same Kuat NV2.0. They are a bit on the pricey side, but incredibly well built and their customer service is top notch. Sometimes you get what you pay for. BTW if you want to carry two more bikes, they make an extension for your rack, accommodating 4 bikes total.
I found your channel by my interest in living out vehicles. This is the first video I saw you going down-hill biking and its fun to watch because it shows very well that you're definitely doing something you really love. It's cool to see that and a lot of people, including myself, don't chase what they love to do out of fear of it not being the best financial option. --- Love the inspiration man... Keep it real
You're so high energy and I love it
3+3 bikes inside, 2 in the back and 4 in the roof. Comfortably
Amazing job dude, keep forward!
Alex,you are such a freaking goof ball 😀 big thumbs up for sharing the wealth and getting that shuttle bus going
Loved seeing this van grow into what it is today, as well as your channel. Come to Connecticut for some crazy enduro riding!
After looking at all the major brands the Kuat was a no brainer. great build quality!
yea that build quality is really the thing that sets them apart imo
You, Seth, and Brian own three of the most preferred hitch racks available. It would be cool to see a comparison video and opinions from all three of you.
That was the best ride ever! Thanks for the ride !
That garage tray is freaking awesome!! Great work guys!
Damn that Strive looks sick. So happy Canyon came to the US finally. Just waiting for that Spectral CF 8.0 to get restocked!!
I like how you are excited about everthing
Kuat rack is nice, you will enjoy it. I especially like the tensioner wheel that keeps it from squeaking around in the hitch receptacle.
that is a pretty sweet little feature
You should ride Durango, CO. It has so many great trails all over, with a bunch of crazy rides like hogsback, it’s a must do!
I loved everything about this video. I got to see the van put to use, the perfect rack for it (and best executed promo vid, as the company is so rad), a sick group of riders coming together for the passion of riding, some epic trails, topped off with pizza and beer. This is the mtb lifestyle I love compiled into one easy and fun to watch vid full of stoke. Much thanks for this great material dude! Big fan.
I like the 1/2 riding 1/2 van life video, I think it's a really good fit for your channel at the moment.
Yo thanks dude!! I think it's a nice combo too :D
I just found your channel today. What an awesome channel. Dude it is fun watching you ride the trails on your bike. Keep up all the great content! Now time for me to do some binge watching!
Great video..!!. What a set up on that van and all... LIVE FREE RIDE HARD. Have a great day.!!
Alex: you are the voice in my head when I ride. Great vid...love those Kuat racks!! Sweeeet!
Three things I would like to ask/suggest:
1. Need a review of that Kuat. I've been looking for an upgrade to my bike rack and that Kuat looks nice.
2. You need a mud-proof bed cover. For those times when you need to shuttle people during wet and muddy days.
3. What's the real world fuel consumption on the van so far? I've been thinking about buying a van as well.
Thanks!
Amigo, this new style of editing your doing is totally Adrenalizing
That is an awesome system. Well done! Trail looked really fun too.
Your whip is really coming along. It's been awesome watchin' the build. You guys ride really fast. Scares me sitting here. I can't wait for my butt to unpucker after watchin' this...
In this video you embody pure bliss (Stoke). Good for you.
Hey Alex! I am really happy for you! It is great to see things coming together for you. I have been following you on and off for a couple of years now, thru all your mishaps and over comings and to me your enthusiasm and hanging in there is your real appeal, and you are obviously a cool dude which makes a big difference too. I just wanted to let you know if you didn't already that that Kuat has an 2 bike add on. It attaches to the end of the existing NV 2.0 rack to increase the carrying capacity to 4 bikes!! Also, you didn't mention it but Kuat would probably like you to showcase the fact that it comes with a field expedient bike stand too for performing your van/field based maintenance and repairs! That really is a cool feature along with the locking/securing capabilities that obviously add tons of value to the rack. Basically I think that you have the best rack in the business, and I have shopped all brands of racks. It is pricey though I know that with the pivot swing arm, the basic 2 bike rack and then the 2 bike add-on rack it is pushing $1,300, but if you really shop around maybe as low as $1,150, but that's not adding on the tax either!! But, It is a super awesome rack and with 4 bikes on your rack and 6 in your garage that's a monster Mtb partying 10 BIKES!!!!!!!!!!! That would basically make you and your van the "Multi-Mtb Carrying Master of the Universe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" That isn't even considering the fact that you could still install some considerable roof racking and carry several more bikes, on top of that. Stay stoked, Jack!
That was a blast! I can feel just how much fun your having, Love it!! Awesome Video!!
The van is lookin Proper with all the bikes loaded! Kuat makes a great rack... super sturdy. I use one on my Jeep :D
Yo that was fun to watch. Lol..I should be sleeping but I was no joke stoked and it got me hyped lol. I saw the van build first and then the trail ride from greatness! Nothing but love.
Big Ivy is seriously good. There is some "local only hush hush" out there too.
Love the van setup! I have the same lockset on my Kuat hitch rack. Put a little oil in them every few weeks. They tend to freeze up.
Noted, thanks dude!
I love you and Seth’s videos keep doing what you are doing
Nice! I love my pivot! Run it with a 1 up rack and it is the bomb
I saw a guy during American Ninja Warrior this week wearing one of your shirts. He was on the sidelines cheering on a friend or relative who was competing on the show.
I'm so lovin the van build series of vidz!
That trail is SO much fun, not a lot of people know about it since it's so hard to find!
Awesome run and video. It finally came to me who you sound like. ..Bobcat Goldthwait.
You should take a tour of upper Michigan. There are trails everywhere. Places to go are ishpeming, Marquette, and copper harbor.
Mint ass trail and super sick set up for taking more bikes along
You got a smile out of me on the down hill.
looks like the rack my friend has. top notch quality. and if it’s not the same it’s still an awesome rack!
God I love your trail self-narration.
Man I can't even see the line.. and Alex u were soo fast!!👌👌👌👌
Dude, with the blue lights on it looked like a seedy nightclub haha - need to get some strobes going! Seriously though congrats on the van, it's looking awesome and I'm certain you're gonna have great times in it for years to come. Keep it up man.
The van is looking sick! Nice job!
Man i had so much fun watching you have so much fun! Good episode
holy shit you’re shredding the trails so much better than last year congrats on succeeding that much plus your van is looking sick
Just got myself a Kuat NV 2.0 last week. I was sick of having to take the front wheel off my enduro bike multiple times per week and lift it up onto the roof of my ute. Kuat are expensive as all hell in Australia, but it's worth every $$$
Look up Molle/ modular seat covers. It will give you extra storage behind your seats, and completely customizable. Every inch of storage space matters!
This is the first time I've seen you mountainbike (only watched the van videos so far) and holy shit you're flying!!!!
Love your set up! Making me want the van life so much more!
Bought the pivot when first released. I wish there was another receiver under it for towing. Currently have to remove the pivot every single time I have to tow (pretty often lately). The wilco swing away looks like it may be built a bit better and has the features I want. I think I have have gotten confused during researching of all the different swing aways
Sick set up man, all you need is running water, no wait you use the creeks .. lol. Kudos on the build.
DEYM!!! now my #vanlife perspective has changed for the good.. so stoked for your upcoming vids TSS
Dude I can't wait to get on the road with this beast!!
Sweet sweet garage set up. I picked up a Yakima Backswing that does the same as the Kurt,works awesome on my van. PS thanks for using Parks Tools those guys are the Best!
Im think a solid 15 people could get into it but crammed maybe 10 or 11 for still being comfortable love your stuff by the way man keep it up!!! and you should come up to BC and i might ride with you!
sickest set up dude, seriously inspiring
Always stoked to watch your vids
That van is amazing!!!!!
You should put hooks on the back side of the couch to put the wheals while drive so you could put things on the side of the slide outs
Love your riding videos and stoke! FYI there is a 2-bike extension for the Kuat NV so you can shuttle 2 more bikes.
Hey! If recently started following you channel because if the van build and it's a plus you ride stupid quick on gnarly trails! I watch your riding vids while I'm on the bike in the gym, makes me cycle faster and longer haha cheers fella!
Yo what's up dude, welcome to the channel!! Love to hear that you are watching while being active, that's an awesome combo. Stay stoked and keep pedaling!!
The Singletrack Sampler wheeeeeey! You replied! Sick bro keep it real with the fans! If your even in the UK hit me up bro! Keep shreading the gnar!
DO NOT rely on that lock system! Know some folks that went into a restaurant only to come out and find an empty rack. Those cables can be cut very easily. Get a couple kryptonite 14mm chains and HEAVY duty locks and fahgettaboudtit
Trailjunkie - X2. I had my Salsa Spearfish stolen while taking other suitcases into a hotel. Came back out to take it inside to find the cable cut and gone! Expensive lesson. Now the bikes get locked with 14mm chain and mini D-locks to the receiver chain hook-ups...always. Of course that was in the SF Bay area-one of the worst bike theft areas. Cable locks are worthless - police told me almost every bum they pat down carries cable cutters.
Everybody’s worst nightmare. Hate that happened to you! Hope in the end insurance covered you and you ended up with a shiny new steed😄
Trailjunkie - Nope on the insurance - they said it was “outside” the vehicle and thus not covered. Picked up a 2017 model at Krakatoa Bikes in Fairfield, CA- they had it in 2 days. Nice little bike shop!!! Oh and got a new insurance company. :)
Damn nice bike racks Alex! That van is dope! And nice ride!! Always goin fast as hell like always!
Awesome great run and time capsule guys 👍🏾
Ayy yo Alex, I've been watching the van build...super badass...The only thing I'd change is to add more solar. You can get efficient flexible solar panel to glue down on the roof and increase your output and axe the wind noise from that rack mounted one!
Ch
Oooh myyy gooood I love how your bike is so quiet 🤤🤤🤤😍😍😍
I totally went to lowes and scored some of those bins. Great find!!
The Reverend They have em at Costco, too.
Fantastic Trail in florest Mam, two dogs Crazy Trail Alexander, the Van fantastic day day Very Very Nice my friend, thanks for video Alex,🇧🇷😎🤘🏼🍺
I just love to watch how positive you are! Your happiness make me happy :D
Mission: Spread the stoke
Status: Accomplished
:D
I got that same rack back in the spring. Love it. And man, blue mountain pizza is so good. Try to stop the any time I'm headed up that way from greenville.
Blue Mountain is a must on the way back from anything north of asheville :P