Best video on Badlands out there. Instead of a bunch of disconnected clips without context (like most people post), you made it feel like I was going through the event with you. Great job!

You stepped up another level. After Atlas i thought "How is this guy able to ride such extreme races and still manage to tell this story while doing it" and this videos just topped the previous videos. As a bike rider and photographer who simply can't do both at the same time, you are pure inspiration - big time!

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Chris. I can’t deny it takes quite a bit of focus and I often wonder what I could do if I weren’t trying to film at the same time, but the challenge is enjoyable and if people enjoy the end result it’s all worthwhile. So glad to be of some inspiration mate! 🙏🏼

I actually just can't get my head around finishing in such a fast time whilst vlogging and checking in throughout the whole event. Unbelievable! Well done Tristan. You are my inspiration xxxx

Every once in a while I comeback to watch some of yours masterpieces. Best cycling content creator imo

@tristantakevideo

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much man 🙏🏼 Truly that means a lot.

As in all your videos, Tristan, you deliver raw insight into the experience and your honest, unabashed style of telling a story is beautiful. We, your followers, are grateful for that. Please continue to share as it gives us inspiration from races like Atlas and Badlands to see what the human body can do.¡ Gracias por todo!

@HugDeeznueces

8 ай бұрын

Congrats.

Surreal to watch Tristan . My anxiety comes from being sick and not being strong enough to be a good dad for my 3 kids . I certainly don’t do efforts like yours but I did find strength in a modest 2 or 3 hours “ efforts “ . Watching you fighting sickness on an effort out of your comfort zone absolutely shock me and where I currently have my mental limits on . If you had any doubts on combining filming but racing please be assured you have done the job ❤

Put your anxiety to bed Tristan! You did a fabulous job of recording and telling a thoroughly interesting, insightful and honest story. The editing was Bob on to 👍 Massive kudos to your parents. Having spent 6 years riding around the world on a motorcycle, I fully understand what their first journey gave them, and why they would want to sail around the world again in retirement. Aged 56, I too lol forward to doing it again, only next time it’ll be on a bicycle 😉. Chapeau to all 🙌🙌🙌

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Adam. 6 years is incredible! That must’ve been some journey man. Hopefully the next time around on the bike is just as enjoyable. 🙏🏼👌🏼

"Is not just you documenting your life mate" We appreciate a lot all of your content, it must be a real struggle to do something like that and film something with this kind of quality. Thanks very much for doing it for us, you truly inspire us! I know it must be hard sometimes but always remember that you are doing amazing content, you must be proud of what you are doing! Regards from Perth!

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼 I can’t deny it takes quite a lot of commitment and dedication at the time to pull out the phone to record, and continually be thinking about shots that may be useful or required down the line, but it’s a good challenge. And when it’s well received and enjoyed, that’s amazing for me. Thanks again mate!

Thank you for your dedication and effort put into preparing this video

This is pretty crazy, almost double everesting, on gravel, in 48 hours, in not ideal weather conditions, with a stomach bug, while also filming an incredible video and finishing 11th! It's almost as badass as sailing around the world! :)

@tristantakevideo

6 ай бұрын

Thanks man! 🙏🏼

I lived there for some years and you could ride and get lost for 100 kms in any direction, deadly in July and August if you run out of water! Amazing riding! Nearly all at 1000 metres plus.

Wow i salute you sir. Having a stomach ache in badlands is unimaginable. Good job for finishing it

Tristan, having watched all your videos , this was by far the best. Your vulnerability during that climb was so real. Just an awesome ride and video. Thank you for sharing . “Crack on” is my favorite Aussie saying.

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks mate. Have appreciated your support since the start. 🙏

next level storyteling from the best dierctor - life :)

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks man. You got that right! Always ready to make things interesting.

Thank you for sharing! I used the video to stay motivated whilst spinning. I'm 49 and will try my first gravel race in 2024....Take Care!

This was next level cycling Tristan. Congrats mate. Rode and pushed through as a true Aussie does. Sensational videography and content. Deep respect mate for you and all that rode 👏🚵‍♂️💪👊🤙🥇

Loved it. Could not have been better, both as a film and as a story. Thank you very much for creating so much enjoyment for so many of us.

Wow, what an awesome achievement, not only completing the race in under your target time, but also to document it in a way that made me feel the emotions you were experiencing. Great job.

That final outro gave me goosebumps, you really summed it up the appeal of ultras - to push yourself to the limit and enter that 'altered state' where both the highs and lows are amplified and you really feel ALIVE! BTW, I discovered you because I, too, participated in El Piri (7th day finisher and first ultra for me - I'm hooked). Can't wait to see the video for that one:!

Awesome Video! I really like the editing and story telling, great work 🔥

Amazing will.power and endurance ,i did 500 km my longest distance in around 18 hours and next 2 days i was useless,but you guys on gravel and desert it's impressive .

The transcending battle between your inner "goodlands" journey vs the outer Badlands journey, succinctly narrated and vividly documented! Cheers from Melbourne.

Epic storytelling and editing 👍 One of, if not the best, account of Badlands, that I have seen so far... Thanks for sharing 🙂

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks mate..that’s a huge compliment. 🙏🏼

OMG Could not agree more with the other comments. Just brilliant. I have watched other Badlands video and whilst many are enjoyable yours is just a step above. Similar to previous Ultra you did you capture the essence of the route and race but also your personal story with the associate challenges. Documentary film making is your calling. All the best. Aussie old boy from Subiaco (like Ben) now living in St Pol de Mar.

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Simon..really appreciate the kind words and the fact you enjoyed it so much. Both ultras were such journeys in their own way, so I’m glad to have been able to share them 🙏🏼

Just insane. Super inspiring, Tristan.

Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

Some video that Tristan 🙌

I’m in awe ! Can’t find the words to describe how I feel about your experience, the quality of the blog says more than words.

Could agree more about the stories you take from adventures like Badlands to pass onto friends & families. Plus in a weird way, the pain and fatigue of pushing your body is satisfying

so stoked to be riding out there this year. loved watching your video about the experience! sooo gooood!

@tristantakevideo

3 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! You’ll love it over here! 🙌🏼

Undoubtly one of the best long-distance video I've ever seen. Better than many videos that were shot by chase cars. Well done Tristan!!!!

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much..really appreciate the kind words. 🙏🏼

That was brilliant, mate. Inspirational stuff that brought a tear to my eye. Chapeau 👏👏👏

Just watching the video was an awesome journey. I can only imagine what it was like actually being there.

Just dropping by @tristant to let you know that your content is absolutely amazing! The effort and creativity you put into your work truly shine through, and I can't wait to see what you come up with next. Keep creating and inspiring!

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much mate. Always appreciate your support and kind words! 🙏🏼

Another high quality vlog, trans Atlas. I felt your pain. I felt your grit. I felt your achievement. Congrats on 11th place. And the interview with Rob Britton; priceless. Thanks!

Thankyou for sharing your thoughts and experiences. ❤

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Andrew 🙏🏼

Did Badlands 2021… hot as hell (51C) … watched countless vids in preparation and have watched countless since. Your honesty and genuinely open humility make this short film the best of the lot. Congrats on the achievement of the race and the effort you put into producing this film. Both Outstanding .

Absolutely brilliant. Super ride, super video.

been waiting for these😁 superb storytelling👌🏻

Such a great job with this video and soooo nice to relive Badlands through your story 🙌

Thanks for taking us along . Much respect 🙏

Great video as always!

Great video. Thanks a lot for your amazing insights into the sport.

Great video!!! Mega kudos for getting through all the issues and keep recording and pedaling.

Wow just wow. Amazing. Great job Tristan I think what really sets you apart is your way of being able to tell a story and your skill to also make it vivid with your video editing skills. Amazing. As a new cyclist and KZreadr there is so much I can learn from you. It would be nice if one day you can make a video about how such a skill is learned and developed. Cheers on a huge accomplishment like this was 🫶🏼👏🏼.

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Dennis 🤜🏼🤛🏼 Lots and lots of practice, but there are some other things I’d love to teach somehow - either through a video, online course or in-person workshop. Really cool you’ve enjoyed my videos so much. Good luck with the riding and KZread journey mate.

@DennisGonzalez101

8 ай бұрын

@@tristantakevideo thanks. That would be awesome 👏🏼. Would definitely love to see something like that in the future.

Thank you very much for sharing! So intense. Hope you are doing well

Simply a top job,well done and thank you for sharing.

Insane video mate! Best one about badlands ive seen so far!

Wow, I enjoyed every minute of your doco on your journey thro Bad Lands. Chapeau 👍

Bloody brilliant video...edited like a pro.

What a great video and a big accomplishment with the race, thanks for sharing it!

Great video and massive respect!

Such a pleasure to watch! Amazing piece of content… I got so inspired by this video! Thanks so much, keep it up!! 🤩

Mate thanks so much for making this , it was amazing 👍

Tristan, WoW! I don’t know what else to say! WOW!

Great story telling. Thanks for taking the time and effort to share your story with us. Looking forward to your next adventure.

Great video, proper job, well done!

What a great adventure, I have followed your videos and photos for a long time and the truth is they are very good, especially the photos, they are spectacular, greetings from Aguascalientes , México

Fantastic effort mate , a great story teller and can see where you get your sense of adventure ! What a production, a pleasure to watch.

Great job Tristan! Really very impressive. And great video. Thanks so much for sharing your experience.

A truly exceptional video - thank you!!!

I love the inspiration mate! Hope to be like you one day

Awesome video, storytelling and effort - I cannot imagine doing such a hard race and you have done it while feeling and being sick! Big inspiration and keep these stories coming!

Amazing video!!

Well done Tristan, this was an excellent video to watch, and 11th place on an epic ride like Badlands is something to be very proud of. I can echo others here and say that I think this is the best video produced so far about the race, so well put together and very honest. It definitely makes me want to try the event! You wanted to test yourself and boy you sure did… lots to take away and learn from about how to acclimatise better, how to pace better and what to do about sleeping. What a great experience for you. Thanks again.

Incredible. Thank you for sharing the journey.

That was an incredible ride, Tristan!! And kudos on the brilliant capture on video as we could really feel the effort. That ending had me stunned and speechless! I am a big, big fan now!! 👍🏻🙏💥!!

Congrat!, amazing history and fantastic video, good job !

Wow! That was awesome, especially your words at the end about your last 50km.

Absolutely awesome Tristan. Wow you did amazing, what a gladiator. Such a fantastic video.

What a great video!! I did Badlands in 2022 so brings back memories and I had similar hallucinations ;-)

I very much enjoyed this documentary! Well done.

Congratulations Tristan. Awesome achievement told spectacularly! 👊🏼

Amazing video Tristan, one of your best! We visit Andalusia each year and I've never heard of Badlands so this was a real eye opener for the area and the race. Huge congratulations for carrying on when you were obviously feeling pretty rough, well done 👍

GREAT video! Thx

That was unreal! ❤

Great video!! Well done on all parts!!!

What a beast! This is an epic doc

Nice movie! thanks a lot for sharing it ! 👍

Superb 👌 I thought I remembered so much more from the race, some parts of your film i barely recognised. Thank you for bringing it all back in such an honest and humble way. My Badlands journey began long before the start line and finished way past the finish line. Its in my blood now. A fab account of an iconic race.

Incredible. 👊🏽

Firstly…. Thank you for this video! Inspirational, informative, and just a really great story. Definitely not sure if I could do it but really glad you achieved your goals 👊 keep up with the great videos

Thank you for sharing this personal piece with us! What an achievement - and as others said before: really an outstanding video. Greets from Germany 😊

Fantastic ride, chapeau! Plus another great video, absolutely amazing. I just don’t know how you managed to do both. Keep up the good work!

Wow. Kudos Tristan epic story telling.

Amazing documentary with impressive quality, thanks for all the work you did to share your experince.

Awesome. BEST video of badlands experience.

Well done! Amazing result and achieving your goal, and the video was really really well made. The physical and emotional struggles really came through, but still it was beautiful and inspiring :) 11/10 points

Very inspiring and that what I was looking for. Congrats from Poland and hope to CU on trail. :)

Goose bumps! What a beautiful story and achievement. You nailed it in all ways.

Amazing story! Amazing video! Amazing tunes! Thanks for taking time to make this gem of documentary. The Almeria climb entry was some choice words. I ride 8K to and from work daily, so this is a REAL eye opener.

Wicked mate, thank you!!!

Amazing you managed to finish at all never mind 11th after feeling so awful so early on! Massive congrats and excellent film.

Absolutely amazing video and ride. Amazing you performed well and recorded along the way. Awesome images and a very well- made video. You should be proud of yourself. Top, top, top job!!! And thank you for sharing this experience.

OMG poetry! In motion.... Your best work yet. So good. Awesome effort too. Wow... 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

My biggest respect for that journey mate! Gave me goosebumps and inspiration. Undoubt a story for your grandkids one day. Ride on!

Awesome work, enjoyed reliving this crazy "race" 👏 We had quick chat along the way after 100k+ when it was pouring down. The climb after Almeria is the worst thing I have ever experienced on a bike 🤣

@tristantakevideo

8 ай бұрын

Haha that moment at km100 was one of my lowest, followed quickly by that climb..😂 Congrats for getting it done though mate!

Unreal effort and movie. Chapeau, sir, chapeau

Cheers, so we will see you at next year's Badlands. You got out there, and I'm happy for you. Be well.

Goosebumps!