Colorado's New Directional DH Trail. Riding Hard Money in Black Hawk
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What a time to be alive. There is no better day than "New Trail Day". Hard Money is Colorado's newest directional, mtb only, dedicated dh trail, located just outside of Black Hawk on Maryland Mountain.The official grand opening is on Memorial Day Weekend, 2021, so come on out and enjoy the festivities.
This project was originally started by the city of Black Hawk a couple of years ago, offering outdoor rec opportunities close to town. COMBA got involved and raised funding to create mtb specific, directional trails. I see this sort of thing as a huge step in the right direction for the MTB community. The next round of fundraising will go to support the next two MTB only, directional trails, making four in total, culminating with a double black, true DH run. Huge thanks to Black Hawk for allowing BMA and COMBA to cater to our user group. The future is bright.
As we all know, these things don't just happen without the huge efforts of many people. Huge thanks to all of the volunteers have put countless hours into this trail system. Love your work. Please consider making a donation of time or money to COMBA or BMA. They are fighting for our user group on the ground and truly making an effort to move the needle. There are plenty of dig days coming up, every little bit helps the community. Be the change you want to see. Get involved! Cheers to Wendy and Gary for hosting Dacre and I.
Boulder Mountain Bike Alliance- www.bouldermountainbike.org/d...
Colorado Mountain Bike Association- www.comba.org/donate
Props to Black Diamond Trail Design and High Country Conservation for their amazing trail work at Maryland Mountain. Truly a pleasure to lay tires on your work!
- www.bdiamonddesigns.com/
- hcconservation.com/
Yeti Cycles has been supporting this initiative since the beginning, in hopes of having a true training area to foster the next generation of US DH racers.
yeticycles.com/
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Nothing better than "New Trail Day" !!! Huge thanks to everyone that made this happen for our community. Grand opening is Memorial day weekend, so come on out and get rad. Please consider donating time and/or money to COMBA \ BMA if you want to see more of this. Hard Money is the first of 4, bike-only, directional DH trails that will be constructed on Maryland Mountain in Black Hawk. Plenty of dig-days coming up if you want to join. Go here to get involved- www.comba.org/donate
@cjmx
3 жыл бұрын
Ripping! Looks so fun. Can’t wait to hit it.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
@Colorado Mountain Bike Association Thanks for hosting us!
@boulderMTB
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing the world this awesome system, Nate and Dacre!
@chopchopturtleboy
3 жыл бұрын
RAD video Nate! Thanks COMBA and BMA, more 💵💵💵 from me coming your way!
@jaidoninnature2698
3 жыл бұрын
Dude can you please share your GoPro settings and are you using the max lens mod?
So about 20 years ago I was the Planning Director for Black Hawk and was part of the team the negotiated the acquisition of Maryland Mountain from BLM - I used to ride the old jeep and rail grades and told the city council this would make an excellent mtb trail system. So nice to see this come fruition
@richardplastino792
3 жыл бұрын
Good job! It's easy to forget about all those who came before and made this possible.
@wrxpilot
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I just rode this yesterday, absolutely amazing trail system.
@patrickshoemaker6047
Жыл бұрын
You're a legend! I love this trail system. Thank you
@nateums
6 ай бұрын
its the best trail system close to denver IMO. thank you for making it happen!
I had no idea this trail was even being built. So well played on the video collaboration. I just joined COMBA so I can contribute to this kind of effort. Thanks to everyone who made this possible and I'll look forward to pitching in in the future.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
I just found about this project this week! I had no idea. lol. So stoked to get some eyes in it.
I rode hard money over the summer because of this video. Thank you
@natehills9388
Жыл бұрын
What did you think?
@coltonlarrison1583
Жыл бұрын
@@natehills9388 KZread and GoPro don’t do it justice. It is way gnarlier than what is shown. However it was an awesome time. Also that climb to get to the trailhead, it makes the downhill all worth it.
Stoked! Props to Dave, Rod and Drew, those guys put in tons of work. I got to help out a bit on the bottom portion, lots of rock work. Heavy AF. Stoked on it!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Tons of effort went into this one and it definitely shows.
Dang! Berms, jumps, little tech and all DH only... Congratulations Colorado!!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
About time ;)
@mingazzini
3 жыл бұрын
Congrats *Front Range* LOL
@MrTonka
3 жыл бұрын
@@mingazzini Fair. haha
Rode Hard Money, Claim Jumper, and Millsite today - all I can say is these trails are legit, extremely well built and make huge use of the existing terrain, and (IMO) immediately among the best in the Fromt Range!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
A welcome addition to the Front Range.
It is really rewarding to finally enjoy the fruits of your labor after you are part of the build process. Once this is worn in some, it will be even better. Should name that rocky, craggy drop the "Darce Drop." Keep up the great work and enjoy.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Huge props to everyone who helped stack dirt on this one.
Good to see more directional bike trails on the Front Range! Looks like this area will be a great compliment to the stuff at Floyd Hill, and those jumps look sick! Glad you and Dacre got to show it off with style. Cheers to everyone involved who got this approved and built. Can't wait to ride it!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
The future is bright. Enjoy. And yes, huge props to the volunteers!
Dude! That instant face-plant with the slot machine sound... HARD MONEY!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Haha, thanks for picking up on that.
Man that looks like a fun trail. I got arm pump just watching the video.
great trail! cool design. Nice to see people put in the time to make something that everyone can enjoy. Nice work!!
Wow! Looks like a blast. And in our own backyard. Thank you COMBA! Thanks for sharing this Nate!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Happy to showcase this one.
Looks like so much fun!! Damn dude! HUGE props to those trail builders/volunteers/patrons!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed, lots of hard work went into this one. Check it out if you find yourself in the area.
Hell yeah! Volunteering to do some work on it tomorrow! Can't wait!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Good man!
Sick riding as always Nate, great video! great trail!
This is way sicker than I expected 🤟
Beautifully built trail and sick session.
Finally rode these trails yesterday. So fun! Awesome all the work they put into it. I jumped that bush too. Good times!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed!
Diggin the ride from Dubrovnik! Thanks for sharing the new MTB park! Happy Trails, Jg
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
That stack was quite spectacular
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Impressive actually.
Sick trail! And a very pretty little town.
Yeah Dacre! Nice vid, can't wait to check this place out. Nice work once again Nate.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy.
Just bought an Airstream and this place is going to be a place to visit for sure. Thank you Nate Hills!!!!!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
The trailhead has the nicest crapper I have ever seen, lol
You guys got it figured out in Colorado man. Super sick looking trail. Gotta say, the Northeast has been doing a banger job as well. Great time to be a rider🙏
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Great time to ride bikes!
Awesome trail. Great work.
Love your videos man been wanting you for a year now you always have some good content keep shredding My friend 🤘🏼
This is a party trail. Flat out. Damn nice work done by the community! So inspiring.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers to everyone who worked hard on this one.
Go Colorado, Go Blackhawk! Some killer new trails in CO this year.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
So good to see!
@devrincs
3 жыл бұрын
Palisades Plunge coming soon!
Sick! Two of my buddies actually rode this on Thursday (yesterday).
That's a pretty ball-zee ride for a first run! Thanks for the videos!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Dacre is the man.
I like the sudden blast of music, nice touch
Amazing video as usual, the trail looks to good to be true for a public trail, pinch me quick am I dreaming.
Hell yea. I know what I'm doing next weekend! Thanks COMBA!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
Rode it today. Awesome trail. I like it better than Floyd Hill...more flowy. Linking a few laps of this and a few of Floyd Hill would make an awesome day.
This look fun. Love this kind of weather gloomy and cold.
Looks dreamy. Pumped to give it a ride!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy.
Looks awesome, will have to try these out very soon.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy
damn dude, I wanna ride these trails.. they are sick
Looks sick my dude! Come check out the trails in Durango soon!
Great trails!
Que trilha maravilhosa.. Huges from Brasil!
Dude! Looks so good. Wish I was 12 again.
@donchristie420
3 жыл бұрын
Wear plenty of armor and that will give you a little piece of mind😉
Helped build it and riding it was so satisfying
Love that Gilpin County dirt!
@ryandulaney48
3 жыл бұрын
Watch out for the Gilbillies.
Nice work for the trail gnomes!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Gnomes be stackin.
Beautiful place!
I pass by there a lot and did not know those trails were there . New to the mountain bike scene and I might have to attempt the first DH on the video
@natehills9388
10 ай бұрын
Enjoy!
Looks Sweet definitely be there next weekend
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
@rosol777
3 жыл бұрын
@@natehills9388 Will Do Thanks
Awesome 👏 👍 😎
more like easy money for you guys! cant wait to ride this!! 🤙👍
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
windrock in colorado! sick
Awesome looking trails! I’m headed to Colorado in about 2 weeks, may have to stop and have a little fun there! Wow!
@natehills9388
Жыл бұрын
Enjoy your trip!
@ronanderson5736
Жыл бұрын
@@natehills9388 thanks! Looking forward to it!
Hiker will definitely walk up the trail
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
There is a hike-only option on Maryland, so hopefully that helps with that situation.
Sick!!!
Fuck yeah Gary, camera loves you
Such a satisfying video! Like MTB and trails like this. Hello from Russia! By the way whats the name of the music?
I like the best road ever!!🚴😍😍😍😍🚵🚵😎
Looks like a riot!!
Fun times! Definitely a ton of work though. I still prefer a natural downhill trail, but that one looks pretty cool.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. This is a ton of fun however, give it a rip if you are ever in town.
Nice 🤘 Can't wait Hope Dacre is ok after he front wheel roulette trick. Always bet on black
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Only a ninja can kill another ninja.
@divac5410
3 жыл бұрын
A ninja killer could also
Me and a few will be there opening day....looks awesome.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@outandabout1325
3 жыл бұрын
Best ride since....ever. Those downhill switchbacks are crazy on hard money.
@outandabout1325
3 жыл бұрын
AND after riding this I couldn’t help but to join COMBA. if my membership goes toward trails like this....hell yeah.
The 420th liker 💪🏾... Im getting into mtb this yr, just waiting for my trance advanced to get in
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
Yaaassss, more smashing for all
Colorado has the best trails when it comes to MTB👍👍👍. Fresh air and smells pine tree.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
You got that right!
nice trail
Yay to directional trails! New trail move : Scandi flick to Scorpion!🤣
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Whiskey is my yoga.
*Très bonne vidéo* 👍
Omg this thing is sick!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
They build us jumps in the woods!
Sweet!!
I moved back to Colorado from the Seattle area, I took Tiger mtn for granted. Stoked to see mtb dh trails making there way here. I'll be making the 3 hour drive to ride those in June. Thanks for all you do...
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
YES finally FREERIDAY :)
That was legit. Have you ever risen Red Mountain Grandstaff in Glenwood Springs? It’s a pretty awesome downhill course, one of my favorites!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
I need to check that one out. I've heard good things.
WOW!!!
I'll be there in a couple weeks Hammerheads
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Get some.
@jdwells7233
3 жыл бұрын
Went and got me some today...
Well done whoever broke their backs making this trail! One question though. How do you turn our sandy, subpar dirt into those beautiful berms?
Dude can you please share your GoPro settings and are you using the max lens mod?
What do you think of it compared to floyd? Can't wait to try it out!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Similar vibes for sure.
Showing whats possible when you leave JeffCo!
@boulderMTB
3 жыл бұрын
And BoCo ;)
How did you even find this!? I live 15 min away and I didn't know about it. Its also not on mtb project or trailforks yet. Looks amazing though im excited
@Andrew.Drennan
3 жыл бұрын
Comba probably invited him
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Comba hosted Dacre and I to get some eyes on this new trail and hopefully get some funds raised for the rest of the DH network to be finished.
@liamtaylor9806
3 жыл бұрын
@@natehills9388 well ain't that awesome
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
@@liamtaylor9806 Honored to be able to showcase this one. Huge step in the right direction!
@jcarls44
3 жыл бұрын
It’s been open since last year for most of the trails. Hard Money just got finished but Claim Jumper was finished last June or so.
Are you both using spd shoes or not?
Hidden Treasure trail head off HW 119 is the access point for this stuff?
We need this land management mentality on CA!!!
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
No doubt.
Been waiting for this one. Roadtrip Maryland Mtn then hit new Plunge epic June 1?
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Get some. Hopefully the Plunge opens soon!
@ov3rcl0cked
3 жыл бұрын
I'm hearing that the plunge is pretty fucking gnarly. You can ride the lower section as an out and back.
What helmet is the guy in front wearing?
How do you decide which bike to ride on any given day?
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
I flip a coin.
All downhill? Is there a shuttle?
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
This is accessed by a climb trail. No shuttles.
what climb trail did u take nate
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
I have ridden both of them.
0:59 oof.
Which handlebars is Nate riding and what width?
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
I am running Truvativ Descendant carbon bars on most of my bikes at 750mm
@rigobertoruiz6136
3 жыл бұрын
@@natehills9388 nice! Thanks for the reply Nate! Big fan of the videos! Keep it up and be safe out there. Handlebars and stem are my next goodie :)
Not sure if you noticed the typo in the title.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up! Rough week in the edit cave, haha
What's the trail up like?
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Mellow climb to the top.
How do you guys ride packless?
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
This is a 5 mile loop. We have everything we need on our bikes and in our bibs.
@divac5410
3 жыл бұрын
My opinion, you really need a backpack for a whole day riding or for few dozens miles from anywhere. Short's pockets, hips pack, seatbag or frame pack is often enough.
SO STOKED FOR THIS! 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙Thanks Colorado Mountain Bike Association (COMBA) and Boulder Mountainbike Alliance (BMA) for making this RAD new area! SMASH THOSE DONATE BUTTONS PEEPS! COMBA: www.comba.org/donate BMA: www.bouldermountainbike.org/donate/
0:59 fuuuuuck!
00:58 lmao that’s what he gets for ripping up the brand new trail with his scandy nonsense 😂😂
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Some of the funnest turns on the hill right there!
That was such a hard hit at 0:58.. My dude okay? lol Can't just show something like that and give no context.
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Tommy is a legend.
My stoke is high! Unlike my crypto portfolio...
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
Same. Back to the moon please!
Was hoping this wouldn't blow up tho
that otb, somebody have that removed...nothing to see here
@natehills9388
3 жыл бұрын
JRA