You might describe your channel as "mediocre" however, I reckon this is one of the most inspiring channels, I'm certain that's not just me either. Thanks to your channel I have got myself another motorcycle an XR 250r 1998 (coincidence but there you go).

@volvomeister

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Same, found his videos and decided to get a Dr350 after a long hiatus from dirtbikes lol

@Crooks103

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@@volvomeister nice one mate

@MrAddison79

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Haha funny I went out and bought a 2000 xr 250r, for the same reason, cause gabe said it ripped. And man was he right, I love this little bike! 👍👍👍

@Crooks103

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@@MrAddison79 That's great. Gotta say I am chuffed with my xr.

@KLRmurdercycle

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Same, but not the same.✌😌

You're moto hobo life is great to watch for those of us with a wife and kids!

It’s 3am where i am. But i need to watch this Torture Test Magazine video

Biggest takeaway for me - 5:30 "I got lost in the enjoyment of it while I brainlessly slammed out lap after lap." What you describe is a flow state, and that is where you want to be.

“Embrace the suck.” “Die trying.” Words to live by. Thanks again Gabe. Great content, great narration as usual.

You did it ! And you passed one the goal idea !for us the construction workers and dads who push threw week after week for a sunday ride

Gabriel "Lifes a 24-hour race, quitting is not an option" Great Job!

You did a great job mate I'm proud of you.

After participating in this race on a team, I honestly have no clue how you and the other Iron-men do it. It's not even the lack of sleep, but just the energy to push lap after lap. Very impressed and happy you and your team got the bike issues worked out.

@BrokenEnduro

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We just need more Temecula rides to make us tougher! Hahaha!

@americandirtrider7662

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@@BrokenEnduro the last Temecula ride was a test of our immune system, not riding ability 😄

You are just so damn bad ass, 24 long hours on a dirtbike, i cant even go for 30 minutes 👍👍👍

This “mediocre channel“ inspired me to start riding and racing dirt bikes again after a 20 year hiatus. Keep up the good work Gabe you are making a difference in peoples lives buddy!

You NEED to do a district 37 hare and hound race. You re absolutely fit enough and it's one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences ever. Last one I did was a hard fought 207th place finish out of around 450, but I got that finishers pin! lol

Don't ever underestimate yourself. You do some amazing things. And bring other's up with you

That little voice inside that tries to stop you is no joke. I battle with it daily in all aspects of life. Awesome video once again, and thank you for the inspiration to go out and share in the suffering during events like this. 😂

@BrokenEnduro

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Lucky for you, your crews voice is louder! Haahahaa!

@EachAdventure

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@@BrokenEnduro Hahah! Indeed it is. 😆

You're a machine bud👍 subbed since XR250 vid and owner because of. I feel a lot older since then but you are still out there going hard , you're a little younger than me but a total inspiration mate 👍

Your channel rocks man. I find myself periodically checking if you’ve dropped a new video just to make sure I didn’t miss one. I can’t think of any other channel I do that with. I also enjoy your perspective. Today I’m hosting a big training for work and your words remind me of how to approach the task at hand with a strong mentality, despite the stress or that “little voice.” Thanks.

Congrats! Absolutely love this channel, and get really excited for each video.

LEGEND.

You’ve perfectly captured why racing is so addictive. Thanks for sharing your experience!

Love the life lessons!!

Man this is awesome, love building the bikes as much as running them. Found you looking up videos of the 250x. I used to have a 2004 CRF250x back in 2010 but had to get rid of it. Just recently picked another up

Great Job Gabe! Enjoyed your videos. You passed me some time early in the night. I started the race on your right side. I also thought it was crazy how fast everyone started out! I’m glad I found your channel this year when I was doing my 24hr Ironman prep.

Congratulations Gabe! Outstanding! Keep up the great work, enjoy the journey, and we look forward to a follow up recovery video. 🎉 Kindly and Gratefully, Dennis

That's amazing you went solo! And hauled ass too. I get arm pump from riding a few hours, you're a beast!

Wow. Amazing. Not at all a mediocre Channel. Subscribed

Killer job out there brother! Hope to see you out there next year!

Remember, you get to do these races! You get to ride dirt bikes and meet great people and inspire others to persevere! Tomorrow is not promised to anyone so you, “get to” everyday!

Well done Gabe, Congrats on the podium and another great video! 👌

I haven't ridden in years. Coming across your videos has inspired me to get back into riding.

Adapt and overcome! Great Job!!

Keep kickin ass frickinjim ;) I've missed you and the ol 230! long time no see! The old supercapacitor bank is still working to this day!

The video we have been waiting for! Love it!!

Caught red handed at 1:28 😂😂😂

SO GOOD. Thanks for the content! You have such good voice-over scripts, really keeps it interesting.

Let's goo best the sequel to one of my favorite motorcycle videos.

Can’t wait for more content. You inspire me to ride more than all other channels combined. Thank you!

You are a special talent my dude! I'm a fan! You do have the skills and drive to be a sponsored rider. I know that's not what your looking for but I know even if you had a consistent bike with the competitive weight and power of the other bikes you'd be a strong finisher! Much respect and congratulations!

I think I can add to the "why am I doing this?" part. Mostly because you can, thus you should. Not to get to personal (says the guys who's about to get personal), endurance racing is something I'm just not going to be able to ever do due to some vision problems (I've got pretty bad keratoconus and to use two contacts simultaneously per eye to get any sort of vision), HOWEVER, I still enjoy riding/racing/whatever, mostly because it's something I can do. However though whatever situation you're in, there's always something you CAN do. The change of perspective from looking at thing I can't do to thing I can do has helped me tremendously in life. Suffering while doing something you enjoy just means you're still able to be doing whatever you enjoy.

Hey there. Just subscribed recently while I got my kdx going after sitting for 5 years. I haven't been out riding in about 10 years from lack of bike and some injuries. Any words of wisdom? Also any more kdx videos coming? Love the channel and the less spent more fun attitude. Keep it up. Can't wait for more vids

Your stuff is so simple and because of that, absolutely great. Congrats on the journey you are having and also, thank you.For being just a cool person. It's to easy to pick. Cheers, all the way from Portugal 🇵🇹

Great vid, Gabe! Glad you guys did well.

Congrats Gabe, you never stop ceasing to amaze! Love your channel, your content, your thoughtful, educational, entertaining narration. You are smart, talented and inspiring. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

Hey Gabe! One question that I've always had: It appears that less is more in some occasions, and bike is also in this. Seeing how well you've made with the little CRF and the previous Suzuki DR may be something (And I'm saying this without taking any of the effort YOU have made thorough these races, as it is 20% the bike and 80% the rider.). Do you think that these little bikes could also be competitive in shorter races (Or hare scrambles) that do not last 24hs ? Either way, awesome video. You are a BEAST

@TortureTestMagazine

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It's largely dependent on the percentage of the course that lends itself to a bigger or smaller bike. The greater percentage of the course that is just a power-sucking drag race, the more disproportionately disadvantaged a little bike will be. However, a longer race does give the slower guy more opportunity to catch up, regardless of his reasons for being slower.

Dude! Loved the motivation in this.

Well done Gabe!

Great video thanks for sharing!

Excellent work . Congratulations !

OUTSTANDING!

hell ya brother

Super excited to see some crf230 content again! Been subbed in one way or another since og frickinjim!

Dude YES!

You have the mindset of a champion, squire!

You're the Man Gabe!! Your a Heck of a Rider Too - I have a '03 525exc you can Ride if you visit Australia 👍🇦🇺

This feels like torture test for your body and mind more so than the bike... Great job on the bike and an even wonderful job explaining what you went through... The same question lingers still... WHY?

right at the end of the vid the last clip i’m right behind you haha

How you described it at the end of your vid is how my wife describes doing Ironman events. She does it just to see what she can do, what her mind can do, her body, etc.

So epic!!!

Damn I could not race that long. Even after 8 hours of riding I'm pretty beat and that's normal trail riding not racing. Good job man

Awesome man my wr260r would really kick butt We love KTM and Husky Tears!!!!

Have you ever thought of doing a 3/6/12 hour race on an atv? Let me tell you, holy shit, was it a blast! Gotta have a good amount of physical toughness to flip over a 700 lbs 4x4 after hitting a small bump and keep going.

Just got to keep on keeping on man! hahahaha 😎

Purely from a power standpoint how does your dr200 build compare to this CRF230 build?

Beast!

Ride on brother

mad respect.

Legendary effort gabe a classic go hard or go home

so, when are you entering the Baja 1000 Iron man class lol. With some good backing though you could do it I reckon

You ain't no goon 😂👍

Aw man... after all that we didn't get to see a podium shot?! Congrats big time!! Think of the absolute best pro riders now, cause I'm pretty sure, they have that same mental outlook you are telling us about.

Its not a competition, buy try the arizona sun in the summer, its like 104 in the day, even still, I commend you for they effort and I loved the vid, it’s inspiring to watch you beat all of these people on a 230, you can really see how much better the other bikes were off of the start.

that was meeee i said “come on Gabe”!! #7

@dennisossianderrmplmtcst2053

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You rock! Best wishes in life and your next race! Be well, take good care and enjoy the journey! Gratefully, Dennis

Badassery all around.

Have they made you the Mayor of Glen Helen yet?

Did I miss it, what place did you finish?

what do you use to deal with the dust

@TortureTestMagazine

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Wolfsnout amzn.to/3DYi8UV

Jumbo Coconut Balls again!

What bike is that? A stripped down 230?

Put the XR in Baja

They say in Austria "Pokal oder Spital"! Means (cup or hospital) Ha ha!

This is the mindset that makes people Navy Seals, you should try this next!

Curious how many mile you do in a race like that?

See you at the 6 hour I hope

I'm here from Taco Tech Talk

🙂

That poor piston went up and down 10 million times during the event.

is that a honda 200 or a 250

@MrAddison79

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Crf230

Dude nothing about you is mediocre